Apple’s latest iOS 17 for iPhone has been officially released for all eligible iPhone users. If you own an iPhone XS or above, you can install the new update on your device. The new update comes with fun features like Namedrop, Stand By, Journal, and more. While installing an OS update is a pretty straightforward process, some users often come across unexpected issues that can be pretty confusing to resolve. In this article, we bring you the top 4 methods to fix the ‘iOS 17 won’t install’ issue on your iPhone.
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Make sure your iPhone has ample storage
Your phone’s operating system takes up a significant portion of the internal memory. If your phone is lacking enough storage space, you may experience an error while installing the new OS. This is valid for iOS 17 as well. To fix this issue, go to Settings>General>iPhone Storage and check if your phone’s internal memory has enough storage space left. Typically, you need at least 5GB of storage space to install a new OS. Delete some bulky files to free up space on your iPhone.
Are you connected to a stable network?
Downloading a new OS requires a stable WiFi connection. If your internet connection is not up to the mark, the OS can take a lot of time to download. Switch to a better network or perform a network settings refresh on your iPhone to improve the existing connection. Here’s how you can go about it.
Step 1: Go to Settings and select General.
Step 2: Scroll down and select Transfer or reset iPhone.
Step 3: Select Reset followed by Reset Network Settings.
Can’t install iOS 17 on your iPhone? Delete the update and try again
If you’re facing issues during the iOS 17 installation phase on your iPhone, try deleting the OS file and downloading it again. Here’s how.
Step 1: Go to Settings and select General.
Step 2: Tap on iPhone Storage.
Step 3: Select iOS 17.
Step 4: Tap on Delete Update.
Step 5: Now, go to General>Software Update to download iOS 17 again.
Install iOS 17 on your iPhone using iTunes
If you’re unable to install iOS 17 on your iPhone from the Software Update page in device settings, try using iTunes instead. You will need to connect your iPhone to your Mac to carry out this process.
Step 1: Connect your iPhone to your Mac using a lightning cable.
Step 2: Click on your iPhone’s device name from the menu.
Step 3: Go to the Summary tab and click on Check for updates.
Step 4: Hit Update to download and install iOS 17 on your iPhone.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why can’t I install iOS 17 on my iPhone?
If you cannot see the option to install iOS 17 on your iPhone, it means your device has run out of the promised software updates coverage period. Only iPhone XS, XR and above can run the new iOS 17.
Why am I unable to download iOS 17 on my iPhone?
If you’re facing issues with downloading the iOS 17 update on your iPhone, make sure your device is connected to a stable WiFi network and has at least 5GB of free storage space.
Why won’t iOS 17 install on my iPhone after I have downloaded it?
If the iOS 17 update won’t install on your iPhone after being downloaded, you will have to delete the OS file and download it again. Go to Settings>General>iPhone Storage>iOS 17 and select Delete Update. Then, go to General>Software Update to download it again.
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Conclusion
This is how you can fix the ‘iOS 17 won’t install’ issue on your iPhone. Want to know what’s new on iOS 17? Here is our list of the best iOS 17 features. Which aspect of the OS do you like the most? Let us know in the comments!
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