How to Update iPhone using your Computer

Before Starting the update, make sure your device is plugged into your computer

and that your computer is connected to the internet

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If you're using a Mac with macOS Catalina or later,

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open the finder.

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If you're using a Mac with macOS Mojave or earlier

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or a Windows computer open iTunes

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You might receive a notification when a new update is available

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Which you can click to start the update process

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Otherwise, locate your device in the sidebar

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and make sure you're in the General tab

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Next, click update

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Then click update again and follow the prompts

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When the update is complete your iPhone will restart.

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