Installing the latest version of Apple’s WatchOS is just about as simple as installing an iOS or iPadOS update, just done from a different app. You’ll also need to have greater than 50% battery for installation to start, too.

One note: Your iPhone or iPad will need to restart during the process, so be sure you aren’t in the middle of anything before you begin. Simply follow the onscreen prompts and you’ll have installation complete in no time. If not, this is where you’ll see the screen prompting you to install the latest version of iOS or iPadOS. If your device is already up to date you’ll just see a note saying no updates are available. Tap it, and on the menu that appears tap Software Update. Open the Settings app and look for General (it should be at the top of the third group of menu items). If, for whatever reason, it doesn’t, here are some steps you can follow to install the update yourself. There’s a good chance you won’t even need to follow these steps: Your iPhone or iPad will probably prompt you to install iOS or iPadOS 15 automatically. For simplicity’s sake, I’m only covering iOS here if you’re trying to install the iPadOS 15 beta follow these steps and simply substitute your iPhone for your iPad. Installing iOS 15 and iPadOS is sequentially identical.

iPhone SE (first and second generation).

2021 event: What business pros need to know (free PDF) (TechRepublic)Īccording to Apple, all existing Apple Watches are compatible with watchOS 8, while iOS 15 and its close cousin iPadOS 15 are supported on the following devices: It’s always worth stating that installing updates can sometimes cause problems, so there are a few things you should do before installing iOS 15: take a full encrypted backup of your device, or at a minimum, a recent iCloud backup to safely store important files and settings. ICloud Usage Policy (TechRepublic Premium) How to boost your iPhone’s battery chargeĬlean your Mac before you break down and buy a new one

Here's how to install the software and remove old beta profiles if you tested the iOS, iPadOS or watchOS prior to release.Īpple’s iOS 15 is now generally available, and with it comes the need to update your iPhone to the latest version in order to keep receiving the most up-to-date features and device security. The latest software versions are out for iPhones, iPads and Apple Watches. How to upgrade to iOS 15 and watchOS 8 and remove your beta profile

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