Updating to iOS 16 on iPhone and iPad

Before delving into the details of updating to iOS 16, here are some crucial notes that you should be aware of to avoid any mishaps, errors, or issues during the process.

How to update to iOS 16 on iPhone

Important considerations

- iOS 16 supports and is compatible only with iPhone 8 and later models, excluding older devices like iPhone 6S, iPhone 7, and the first-generation iPhone SE. You can check the list of iPhones eligible for iOS 16 here.

- Before proceeding with the steps on how to update to iOS 16, Mytour.vn recommends that you back up your iPhone to avoid any potential issues.

- iOS 16 beta is an experimental version and not the final official release, so it may contain some bugs and issues.

- Ensure that your iPhone is supported and has enough storage to install and update to iOS 16.

I. Updating to iOS 16 Beta

Method 1: Updating to iOS 16 Beta directly on iPhone

Step 1: First, open the Safari browser on your iPhone and visit developer.apple.com. Tap the gear icon in the top-left corner, then choose the Account option and log in to your Apple developer account.

Step 2: Next, locate and tap on iOS 16, then press the Download button in the top-right corner of the screen.

Step 3: At this point, a window will appear with a notification that the website is trying to open the Settings app to display the configuration profile. Your task is to tap Allow =>Close .

Step 4: Open the Settings app on your iPhone, find and tap on the Profile Downloaded option below your profile.

Step 5: Tap Install (top right corner) and enter your device unlock passcode.

Step 6: Tap Install several times to install the iOS 16 beta software configuration, then press Restart to reboot your iPhone.

Step 7: After your iPhone restarts, open the Settings app =>General settings.

Step 8: Tap Software Update =>Download and Install under the iOS 16 Developer Beta update section.

Step 9: Agree to Apple's terms and conditions to start downloading the iOS 16 beta update on your device. This process may take anywhere from 5 to 15 minutes, depending on your internet connection speed. Once the download is complete, tap the Install button.

Method 2: Updating to iOS 16 Beta via Finder

In some instances, if you're unable to directly download and update iOS 16 beta on your iPhone, you can perform it through Finder.

Step 1: To begin, access and log in to your Apple developer website account, then go to the Downloads section. Here, find and download the iOS 16 beta software restore image for your iPhone.

Step 2: Connect your iPhone to your Mac using a USB cable, then launch Finder on your Mac and select your iPhone in the left sidebar.

Step 3: Next, go to the Summary tab, press and hold the Option key and click on Restore iPhone to initiate the iPhone restoration.

Step 4: Choose the iOS beta software restore file you downloaded and click on the Restore button to start the iOS 16 beta installation.

II. Updating to Official iOS 16

Updating to the official iOS 16 is much simpler than the beta version and doesn't require registration.

To get started, open the Settings app =>General settings =>Software Update. Then, click on Download and Install.

At this point, you'll be prompted to enter your passcode, agree to the terms, and wait until the download and update process for iOS 16 is complete.

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