How to download Apple iOS 12 update

If you have been following Apple closely, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that the firm will be releasing iOS 12, the mobile operating system for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch devices, on Monday (September 17). The OS version was introduced back in June during WWDC 2018 conference. It is compatible with all the iPhone and iPad models ranging back to the iPhone 5S and iPad mini 2. The downloading process for both the devices stays the same. Here are the steps how you can start downloading the newest iOS version.

As it happens every year, as soon as Apple releases the new iOS version, all the eligible iPhone and iPad models get a notification in the Settings app. However, before you simply begin the download and install process, make sure that all your data on the particular iOS device is backed up just in case things don’t go as expected.

So here are the steps:

Step 1: Tap on Settings > General > Software Update.

Step 2: Tap on the ‘Download and Install’ option to begin the process.

Step 3: Once downloaded, tap on ‘Install and Agree with Apple’s Terms and Conditions’.

Step 4: The device will restart once the update is installed.

It is worth adding that the time taken to download the iOS 12 update can vary based on different devices and the connection speed. It is advisable to download the update on a Wi-Fi connectivity.

But what if there’s no internet connection or not enough space in your smartphone? Don’t worry, there’s an alternative way to download it. All you need to do is this:

Get to the nearest PC/Mac connected to the internet, open iTunes and follow these steps.

Step 1: Open iTunes on the desktop and connected the iOS device that you want to upgrade.

Step 2: On top you will see an icon representing your device, click on that.

Step 3: In the Summary tab, click on ‘Check for update’

Step 4: Download and update.

Step 5: You will get some instructions on the screen and voila! Your device is running iOS 12.