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What can I do if I’m trying to update my phone but it keeps saying not connect to the internet, when I’m connected to the internet

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Posted on Sep 21, 2021 6:35 PM

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Posted on Sep 21, 2021 6:37 PM

superion Said:

"iPhone: What can I do if I’m trying to update my phone but it keeps saying not connect to the internet, when I’m connected to the internet"

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Why the Issue?:

There is an error connection to Apple's servers.


To Check for Updates:

Use a Computer and Ethernet:

Start with attempting an update through use of a computer. If you cannot use Wi-Fi, then use Ethernet.  Go Here: Update your iPhone Using a Computer - User Tip. On the computer, you would connect it through Ethernet, going directly into your router. For a Mac (or PC) that does not have Ethernet, this would be the adapter to use: Belkin USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter - Apple

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Sep 21, 2021 6:37 PM in response to superion

superion Said:

"iPhone: What can I do if I’m trying to update my phone but it keeps saying not connect to the internet, when I’m connected to the internet"

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Why the Issue?:

There is an error connection to Apple's servers.


To Check for Updates:

Use a Computer and Ethernet:

Start with attempting an update through use of a computer. If you cannot use Wi-Fi, then use Ethernet.  Go Here: Update your iPhone Using a Computer - User Tip. On the computer, you would connect it through Ethernet, going directly into your router. For a Mac (or PC) that does not have Ethernet, this would be the adapter to use: Belkin USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter - Apple

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