The iOS 10.3.2 version has just been released, a minor update compared to iOS 10.3, focusing on performance and security. One thing retained from version 10.3 is that iOS 10.3.2 still supports devices using 32-bit chips like iPhone 5 or iPhone 5C, so if you are using one of these devices, you can upgrade as you did when updating iOS 10.3 for iPhone and similar devices back in late March.
With not much change but crucial improvements in performance and security for iOS devices, you should download and update iOS 10.3.2 now. There are 2 ways to update iOS 10.3.2 for iPhone 7, 7 plus, 6s, 6s plus, 6, 5s, 5, and iPad, either through iTunes or OTA. Whatever method you choose, check out Mytour's guide beforehand to avoid unexpected errors.
Guidelines for updating iOS 10.3.2 on iPhone and iPad via iTunes and OTA
1. Updating iOS 10.3.2 using iTunes
To update iOS 10.3.2 for iPhone and iPad using iTunes, you need to download iTunes from here.
-Another essential component is the iOS 10.3.2 firmware for your corresponding iPhone or iPad device, available here: Download iOS 10.3.2.
Step 1: First, launch iTunes and connect your iPhone to iTunes using the provided cable.
Step 2: When the iPhone icon appears, click on it to enter the settings for upgrading to iOS 10.3.2 for iPhone and iPad.
Step 3: Here, press the Shift key (hold it) + left-click and select the 'Check for Update' option to proceed with updating iOS 10.3.2 for iPhone and iPad using iTunes.
Step 4: The system will prompt you to access the folder containing the downloaded iOS 10.3.2 Firmware file, click Open to choose that file.
Step 5: iTunes system will ask for confirmation if you want to upgrade or not, click Update to confirm your consent to update iOS 10.3.2 for iPhone and iPad.
Step 6: Immediately, iTunes will start loading the upgrade data, updating iOS 10.3.2 for the device, and it may take a few minutes to complete the iOS 10.3.2 upgrade process.
2. Updating iOS 10.3.2 via OTA
Step 1: OTA is the method that helps you update iOS 10.3.2 directly on the iPhone using WiFi to download firmware from Apple's system to the iPhone. Access Settings and select General.
Step 2: Then, select the Update Software option to proceed with updating iOS 10.3.2 for iPhone and iPad directly via OTA.
At this point, the system will search for the latest update version for the device, and on the screen, the iOS 10.3.2 update version will be displayed. Press the Download & Install option as shown above.
Note: It is advisable not to use the iOS 10.3.2 update via OTA during peak hours to avoid download failures or very slow downloads. Furthermore, ensure that your iPhone battery is over 50%.
Step 3: The process of downloading the iOS 10.3.2 upgrade for iPhone and iPad will take some time. Once this process is complete, select Install Now .
Note : The process of downloading the iOS 10.3.2 update for upgrading, updating iOS 10.3.2 on iPhone, iPad, whether fast or slow, depends on your network speed. As mentioned on Mytour, it is recommended to avoid peak hours and use WiFi instead of 3G for downloads.
Step 4: After the download is complete, the installation of iOS 10.3.2 for iPhone, iPad will proceed, and it will take a few minutes until you can use it again.
Here is the guide to update iOS 10.3.2 for iPhone 7, 7 plus, 6s, 6s plus, 6, 5s, 5, and iPad through iTunes and OTA. Before upgrading to iOS 10.3.2, pay attention to some points. Refer to our article on things to consider when upgrading to iOS 10.3.2 and decide for yourself.
In case you successfully update to iOS 10.3.2 but do not like this version, you can downgrade iOS 10.3.2 to iOS 10.3.1 using iTunes. Refer to the guide on how to downgrade iOS 10.3.2 to 10.3.1 for iPhone, iPad by Mytour for the most accurate steps.
Updating to iOS 10.3.2 may not always go smoothly, and there might be various errors encountered. Refer to the guide on fixing issues when updating to iOS 10.3.2 here to find timely solutions if you come across such scenarios.
