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Why can’t I download and install my iOS 16 with data or hotspot connection?

Why can’t I use data or hotspot connection to download and install iOS 16

Posted on Feb 26, 2023 2:45 AM

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Posted on Feb 26, 2023 3:02 AM

We can’t answer “why” in this community…


.., but we CAN confirm that either WiFi or 5G high-speed data (carrier dependent) is indeed a requirement.

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Why can’t I download and install my iOS 16 with data or hotspot connection?

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