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Recently, we just upgraded to iOS 11, Apple's significant update at the end of 2017 for iPhone and iPad devices. However, it's not yet a flawless version and not suitable for use due to numerous issues. Therefore, a iOS 11.1 upgrade is released to improve device performance, minimize errors, and notably optimize battery life compared to the previous iOS 11 upgrade.
Currently, there are two methods to upgrade to iOS 11.1: either update iOS 11 through OTA by downloading directly to the device, or use the alternative method of updating iOS 11.1 with iTunes, the most effective software for iOS devices like iPhone and iPad.
Guide to Upgrade to iOS 11.1 for iPhone and iPad
1. Upgrade to iOS 11.1 Using iTunes
To update iOS 11.1 for iPhone and iPad using iTunes, you need to download iTunes from this link.
Next, download the latest firmware, iOS 11.1, for your corresponding iPhone or iPad model. Get iOS 11.1 from this link.
Step 1: Begin by opening the iTunes software and connecting your iPhone to iTunes using the provided cable. When prompted by the phone to trust this computer, click trust.
Step 2: When the iPhone icon appears, click on it to access the settings for upgrading to iOS 11.1 for iPhone and iPad.
Step 3: Here, press the Shift key (hold) + left-click and select Check for Update to proceed with updating iOS 11.1 for iPhone and iPad via iTunes.
Step 4: The system will prompt you to access the folder containing the downloaded iOS 11.1 Firmware file. Click Open to choose that file.
Step 5: iTunes system will ask for confirmation if you want to upgrade, click Update to confirm and initiate iOS 11.1 update for iPhone, iPad.
Step 6: Immediately, iTunes will start loading upgrade data, updating iOS 11.1 for the device, and it may take a few minutes to complete the iOS 11.1 upgrade process.
2. Upgrade to iOS 11.1 via OTA
Step 1: OTA is the method that helps you update iOS 11.1 directly on iPhone using WiFi to download firmware from Apple's system to your iPhone. Access Settings, choose General.
Note: Use this method only to upgrade to iOS 11.1 when your network is stable and not during peak hours, especially right after the release of iOS 11.1.
Step 2: After that, we click on the Update Software option to proceed with updating iOS 11.1 for iPhone and iPad directly through OTA.
At this point, the system will search for the latest update for the device, and then on the screen, the iOS 11.1 version will be displayed. Choose Download & Install to initiate the download and installation process.
Step 3: The process of downloading the iOS 11.1 upgrade for iPhone and iPad will take some time. Once completed, select Install Now to install it immediately.
Step 4: Once the download is complete, iOS 11.1 will automatically install on your iPhone or iPad, taking a few minutes until you can use it again.
Here is a guide on how to upgrade to iOS 11.1 for iPhone and iPad through OTA or using iTunes. With this iOS 11.1 version, users hope for more satisfaction and resolution of battery and system-related issues.
In case you upgrade to iOS 11.1 and are not satisfied, or you want to downgrade to the previous iOS version, you can refer to the method of downgrading to iOS 11.1.
Additionally, readers should always install the latest version of iTunes for the best compatibility with iOS firmware. Although some versions may not require a very high iTunes version, downloading and installing the latest iTunes always comes with certain benefits.
