Unable to install update , An error occurred installing iOS 16.5.1

I can do nothing as it's the "Verifying update " is on already 4 hrs and nothing happens . I can't even turn off the iPhone.

What should I do? Help

iPhone 11, 16

Posted on Jul 9, 2023 08:36 PM

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MrHoffman

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Posted on Jul 9, 2023 08:50 PM

Force-restart, and try the update again: Force restart iPhone - Apple Support

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Force-restart, and try the update again: Force restart iPhone - Apple Support

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