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Tools and requirements
You’ll need aWi-Fi connectionand acompatible iPhoneto download iOS 18.
Once there, go toGeneral > Software Update.
To do this, go toSettings > General > iPhone storage.
At this point, its a good idea toplug your iPhone into a chargerand let the magic happen.
Your iPhone will automatically reboot with iOS 18 installedonce the download is complete.
Troubleshooting
What should you do if iOS 18 is not downloading?
Sometimes, iOS updates wont begin downloading automatically even after youve manually initiated the download process.
The most common reason for this is a lack of storage space.
What do you do if iOS 18 is stuck in the ‘preparing update’ stage?
You should see an iOS 18 file tap on it, thenhit ‘Delete Update’.
