Oliver Haslam on September 13, 2024, 12:34 am

How To Prepare For iOS 18 And iPadOS 18 The Right Way

Here’s how to prepare to install the iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 update on your compatible iPhone or iPad the right way.

Apple’s new iOS 18 iPhone software update is now here and that means that you’re probably looking to get ready to install it on your own device. But how should you go about installing the new update while making sure that you have as few problems as possible? We’re going to run through the steps right here.

Check Your Device Is Compatible

Most modern iPhones are compatible with iOS 18 so the chances are good that yours is, too. But it never hurts to be sure so check before you get started. You can check it here: iOS 18 Compatible iPhone And iPad Models [List].

If You Have An Apple Watch

Owners of Apple Watches should probably make sure that they are all backed up and ready to go. Nobody wants to lose data when updating an iPhone.

Update iTunes/macOS

Mac owners should make sure that they’re running the latest version of macOS while those who are using Windows should ensure that the latest version of iTunes is installed. This will help make sure that there are no unknown compatibility issues during the update process.

Charge To 100%

If you can’t run the update while plugged into a charger, consider charging the iPhone to 100% to make sure that you have plenty of power before the update begins. An iPhone’s battery running dry mid-update could cause problems.

Free Up Some Storage

The iOS 18 update won’t begin if you don’t have enough storage, but it never hurts to make sure you have plenty of breathing room before you begin.

Back Everything Up

It’s never a bad idea to make sure you are all backed up in case anything goes wrong during a software update. Whether that’s using iCloud or a local backup to a computer, make sure you have a recent backup before beginning the update process.

Check Release Time In Your Region

The iOS 18 update will be available at different times depending on what part of the world you’re in. Make sure you know when to start checking for the update in your country here: iOS 18 Download Release Time In Your Region Time Zone.