iOS 14, iPadOS 14: How to Download and Install Right Now

iOS 14 will be released in India on September 17. Apple originally announced iOS 14 at WWDC in June this year. Some of the key features of iOS 14 include support for widgets, the App Library, Picture-in-Picture (PiP) when making FaceTime calls, and more. In this guide, we’ll tell you how to download and install iOS 14 and iPad OS on a compatible iPhone or iPad.

Before you begin this process, please note that the latest iOS updates can be installed on your iPhone or iPad over Wi-Fi or through the Finder on your Mac. Windows users can install the latest software updates through iTunes. As always, make sure to make a complete backup of your iPhone or iPad before proceeding. Nonetheless, here is the list of compatible iPhone and iPad models that are getting the new update.

Get the list of iPhone and iPad models for iOS 14 and iPadOS 14

The following iPhone models will receive the iOS 14 update:

The following iPad models will receive the latest iPad OS update:

How to download and install iOS 14 and iPad OS over Wi-Fi

Here’s how to download iOS 14 and iPad OS on a compatible iPhone or iPad. Please follow the steps below.

1. On your iPhone or iPad, go to set up > General > Software updates. This will start checking for updates on your device.
2. tap Download and install.
3. Your download will now begin. The speed obviously depends on the speed of your internet connection. Please note that this requires Wi-Fi and cannot be done over a mobile data connection.
4. After the download is complete, click Install.
5. tap agree When you see Apple’s terms and conditions.

How to download and install iOS 14 and iPad OS on Mac through Finder

Follow the steps below to install iOS 14 and iPad OS on your iPhone or iPad through Finder on your Mac.

1. Connect your iPhone or iPad to your Mac via the charging cable.
   Once the profile for your phone or tablet loads, click Check for updates under the software.
2. Next, click Downloads and updates.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to guide you through the rest of the process.

How to download and install iOS 14, iPad OS via iTunes on Windows

Follow the steps below to install iOS 14 and iPad OS on your iPhone or iPad through iTunes on Windows.

1. If iTunes is not installed on your system, click here to download it. After installation, open iTunes.
2. Now, connect your iPhone or iPad to your computer via Lightning cable.
3. On iTunes, your device icon will appear near the upper left corner. Click this icon. You may need to unlock your device for this icon to appear.
4. Click generalize In the left pane of iTunes.
5. In the right pane you will see a box labeled Check for updates. Click this button.
6. Next, click Download and update And follow the on-screen instructions to guide you through the rest of the process.

By following these simple steps, you will be able to download and install iOS 14 or iPad OS on your compatible iPhone or iPad.

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