With the rapid development of technology, smartphones have become an indispensable part of our daily lives. Among them, the iPhone has won the love of users around the world with its excellent performance and elegant design. In order to keep your phone in tip-top shape and enjoy the latest features, it's crucial to update your iOS system regularly. This article will guide you in detail how to do an iOS update on your iPhone while making sure your data and settings are intact.
Before you update: Back up your iPhone
We strongly recommend that you take a backup before making any system updates. This way, even if there is a problem with the update process, you can easily restore your data and settings. iPhone offers two ways to back up: automatic and manual.
To make sure that your iPhone automatically backs up overnight, you can go to Settings >iCloud > Backup, then turn on iCloud Backup. When your iPhone is charged and connected to a Wi-Fi network, it automatically backs up. You can also enable Automatic Updates in Settings > General > Software Updates, and select iOS Updates under Automatic Installation and Automatic. That way, when a new iOS version is available, your iPhone will automate** and install updates overnight.
Of course, if you prefer to control the backup process manually, or want to take a backup immediately before making an update, you can also opt for a manual backup. Just head to "Settings" > your name >iCloud" and tap on "iCloud Backup". Then click "Back Up Now" and wait for the backup process to complete.
Update your iPhone manually
In addition to automatic updates, you can manually check for and install iOS updates at any time. Just head to Settings > General > Software Update, and the system will check if there is an update available. If a new iOS version is available, you can select Install and install to update your system. During the update process, make sure your iPhone is connected to a stable network and remains charged to avoid interruptions or failures in the update.
It's worth noting that if you don't want automatically** and iOS updates installed, you can go to Settings > General > Software Update and turn off the Automatic Updates option. This way, you'll have complete manual control over the iOS update and installation process.
Use your computer to update your iPhone
In addition to updating directly on your iPhone, you can also use your computer to update your device. This method is especially useful for users who are unable to update via OTA (Over-the-Air Update), or who want to take a more comprehensive backup before updating.
First, you'll need to connect your iPhone to your computer using a cable. Then, depending on your PC's operating system and version, choose how to do it.
If you're using macOS 10On Mac computers 15 or later, you can select your iPhone in the sidebar of the Finder. Then click General at the top of the window, click Check for Updates. If an update is available, you'll see an option to install the update and install it.
If you're using macOS 10For Mac computers 14 or earlier, or a Windows PC, you'll need to open the iTunes app. Near the top left of the iTunes window, you will see a button like iPhone, tap on it and select "Summary". Then, tap on the "Check for Updates" button. If an update is available, iTunes will display an "Update" button that you can tap to get started** and install the update.
Whichever update option you choose, make sure you have the latest version of iTunes or macOS installed on your computer. This ensures a smooth update process and avoids potential compatibility issues.
Overall, updating the iOS system on your iPhone is a relatively simple and safe process. Just follow the steps above and make sure you have adequate backups before updating, and you'll be able to easily enjoy the latest features and performance improvements, while ensuring that your data and settings are intact. Hopefully, this article will be helpful and guide you on your iOS update journey!