An iOS update can fail for simple reasons like low free storage, slow internet, VPN/firewall interference, or a partially downloaded update ...

Many iPhones display "Update Requested" or stall at "Preparing Update" when attempting to install iOS 26. Learn how to fix if ...

Apple has just released for download iOS 26.0.1 in both OTA Update and IPSW links form. Alongside iOS 26.0.1 for iPhone, Apple has also released iPadOS 26.0.1 for iPad.

The company admits that users may notice temporary overheating or reduced battery life right after a major release, as the device completes background tasks like re-indexing and app updates.

I'm not seeing reports of iOS 26 installs going sideways, but I still always take these steps before making a major upgrade.

After launching the latest iPhone 17 series at its Aww Dropping event on September 9th, Apple also made iOS 26 available to everyone via an OTA update on September 15th. A large number of people ...