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Software Update

When I try to update my iPhone SE I get a message: Software Update failed: An error occurred downloading iOS 14.8.1. I tried the software update connected to my laptop and I get the same message. I would appreciate any solutions to this problem.

iPhone SE

Posted on Nov 26, 2021 3:57 PM

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Posted on Nov 26, 2021 4:19 PM

Do you have sufficient space on the iPhone for the update file, plus the room to uncompress it? See this for some hints for common problems when updating. Updating iOS: common issues and solutions - Apple Community

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