- To view your current software version, from the home screen select the Settings app.
Note: The images and steps in this tutorial reflect the latest software version (iOS12). For more information on the latest update available for your device, check att.com/softwareupdates. - Select General.
- Select About.
- Scroll down to view the Version and Carrier number information.
Note: For additional information, or to update to the latest software version, please visit http://www.apple.com/iphone/softwareupdate/. - To check for software updates via device and update wirelessly, from the General screen select Software Update.
Note: If an update is available, select Download and Install and follow the prompts. If you use a passcode, you'll need to enter it before installing the update. Your device must be plugged in to a power source in order to update wirelessly. Before you update, back up your device to iCloud or iTunes. Updates may download automatically while your device is connected to Wi-Fi and a power source. - To turn on/off automatic software updates, from the Software Update screen, select Automatic Updates then select the Automatic Updates switch.
- If you can’t update wirelessly or if you want to update with iTunes, connect the device to the computer using the included Lightning-to-USB cable.
Note: Updates might download automatically while your device is connected to Wi-Fi and a power source. - Install and open the latest version of iTunes on your computer.
Note: Learn more from Apple support article: Get the latest version of iTunes. - Click on the device icon.
- From the Summary panel, click Check for Update. If an update is available, follow the prompts.