Many users encounter the problem of being stuck on the Preparing Update screen when updating to iOS 18.
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Apple recently released a new iOS 18 update for all compatible iPhone models with a host of new features and major AI improvements. The company has also released developer betas. However, many people reported that they got stuck on the "Preparing Update" screen when updating.
iOS 18 crashes while updating.
It is known that this problem often occurs due to overloaded traffic to Apple 's servers during the initial release of the update, but the way to fix this problem is quite simple. According to technology experts, users just need to delete the corrupted update file and reinstall from the beginning.
Fixing steps:
- Open the Settings app on iPhone, select General.
- Next select iPhone Storage (iPhone capacity).
- Find the iOS 18 OTA file and select Delete Update.
- Close all applications and return to the home screen.
Then, reinstall iOS 18 from scratch by going to Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates. The reinstallation process may take some time, please wait patiently.
If difficulties or errors arise, you should contact Apple support for help.
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Apple will "replace" the control center of iOS 18 after 7 years of operation.
According to sources from Bloomberg, iOS 18 will bring a revolution to the Control Center on Apple devices. This is considered the biggest update of this component since the significant interface change in 2017 with iOS 11.
The highlight of the new control center is the ability to customize the layout and support multiple page displays. Users can rearrange or remove controls to their liking through the Settings app, providing a more personalized experience.
The familiar interface of the control center on the iPhone is about to be "transformed".
The familiar interface of the control center on the iPhone is about to be "transformed".
In addition, the music widget has also been upgraded, taking up the entire width of the Control Center and displaying more information such as album art. This promises to bring a more intuitive and engaging music experience.
These changes mark a major step forward in improving the user experience on Apple devices. Users will have more control over device settings and the interface for managing functions will also become more user-friendly and efficient.
Apple is expected to officially introduce iOS 18 at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) on June 10. The first beta version will be released to members of the Apple Developer Program soon after. The official update is expected to launch in September, along with the launch of the iPhone 16 series.