iOS 17.3.1 Download and Install - 2 Easy Ways
Apple is continuing to release the iOS 17 update. The new iOS version always fixes the bugs in earlier versions.
Can't wait to embrace the newest iOS 17 features? In this post, how to download and install iOS 17.3.1/iOS 17.4 Beta will be introduced in detail. Just keep reading!
Before iOS 17 Download and Install
To ensure a successful iOS 17.3.1/iOS 17.4 Beta download and install, here are some important things you must know.
1. Check Compatibility
Before updating to iOS 17.3.1/iOS 17.4 Beta, you must check compatibility first.
iOS 17 is compatible with these devices:
- iPhone 14/14 Plus/14 Pro/14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13/13 mini/13 Pro/13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12/12 mini/12 Pro/12 Pro Max
- iPhone 11/11 Pro/11 Pro Max
- iPhone XS/XS Max
- iPhone XR
- iPhone SE (2nd generation or later)
2. Check Your iOS Version
Check whether your iOS version is 16.4 and later or earlier:
Open Settings＞General＞About.
The way to download and install the iOS 17.4 Beta is a little different for iOS versions before and after iOS 16.4. In the following introduction, you'll learn the detailed method to download and install iOS 17.3.1/iOS17.4 Beta on different iOS versions.
3. Clear iPhone Storage
Last but not least, it's necessary to check and clear iPhone storage before you download and install iOS 17.3.1/iOS 17.4 Beta. The iOS 17.3.1 update software is about 638 MB in size. Not enough space on the iPhone may lead to download and install failure.
Go and check your iPhone storage first: iPhone Settings＞General＞iPhone Storage. And if your iPhone storage is full, there are 7 ways to free up space on iPhone.
How to Download and Install iOS 17.3.1/iOS 17.4 Beta
Now that you have already prepared to follow the update, let's just go ahead. To make the updating tutorial clear, we divide the tutorial into 2 parts - update to iOS 17.3.1 and update to iOS 17.4 Beta. After checking your iOS version, just go directly to the corresponding tutorial.
How to Update to iOS 17.3.1
iOS 17.3.1 is available now for iPhone users. You can update to iOS 17.3.1 via Settings, iTunes/Finder, or third-party upgrade software.
- Update to iOS 17.3.1 via Settings
Go to Settings＞General＞Software Update＞Update Now.
- Update to iOS 17.3.1 via iTunes/Finder
- Connect your iPhone to your computer via a USB cable.
- Open Finder/iTunes.
- Click your iPhone icon at the sidebar＞Check for Update/Update＞Download and Update.
How to Update to iOS 17.4 Beta
Want to know more about iOS 17.4 Beta download and install? Read on to learn more useful information.
For iOS 16.4 and Later
Apple brings an easy and quick way for iPhone users whose iPhone running iOS 16.4 and later. This time you don't need to join the Apple Developer Program, all you need to do is sign in.
Many users are confused about the iOS Beta update not showing up. In general, this is because you need to sign in to the Apple Developer Program with your Apple ID first. And after that, the iOS Beta update will show up. (If still not showing up, refresh and wait for a while.)
Here is how to download and install iOS 17.4 Beta on an iPhone running iOS 16.4 and later iOS version:
Method 1. Download and Install iOS 17.4 Beta via Apple Developer Program Online
- Go to Apple Developer Program.
- Click/Tap Account＞sign in with your Apple ID.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to allow the agreement.
- Go to iPhone Settings＞General＞Software Update＞Beta Updates.
- Check iOS 17 Developer Beta and back to Software Update.
- Tap Update Now or Update Tonight and wait for the process to be completed.
Method 2. Download and Install iOS 17.4 Beta via the Apple Developer App
- Go to Apple Store.
- Download Apple Developer app.
- Tap Account＞Sign In＞allow the agreement.
- Go to iPhone Settings＞General＞Software Update＞Beta Updates.
- Check iOS 17 Developer Beta and back to Software Update.
- Tap Update Now or Update Tonight and wait for the process to be completed.
- Make sure your iPhone signs in with the same Apple ID that you use to sign into the Apple Developer website.
- This process has a network connection requirement.
- There may be a situation in which you cannot sign into the Apple Developer website with your Apple ID which is registered with your telephone number. If you ever encounter this issue, try to register/use a new Apple ID with email.
For iOS 16.4 earlier:
- For iOS 16.4 and later iOS versions aren't available/looking for another way:
Go to Settings＞tap Profile Download or find it in VPN & Device Management＞tap Install. (If it still not showing up, refresh and wait for a while.)
- For iOS 16.4 and later iOS versions are available:
- Go to iPhone Settings＞General＞Software Update＞Download and Install.
- Follow the method mentioned in "For iOS 16.4 and Later".
The way to find "Software Update" varies from different iOS versions, just find the software update option on your iOS version.
How to Upgrade iOS with Upgrade Tool
Besides upgrading manually, you can also pick up a reliable upgrade tool. BuhoRepair is a powerful tool that meets your multiple needs whether you want to upgrade or downgrade iOS.
Here is how to use BuhoRepair to upgrade iOS:
- Free download, install, and launch BuhoRepair.
- Click Upgrade＞ Upgrade Version＞ Upgrade Now.
- Connect your iPhone to your computer and trust your computer on your iPhone.
- Click Download＞Upgrade Now.
- Set up your iPhone after the upgrading process is completed.
In addition, if you find iOS 17/iOS 17 Beta hard to use and want to downgrade iOS 17 to iOS 16, there are 3 easy ways.
Conclusion
What we mentioned above is iOS 17.3.1/iOS 17.4 Beta download and install.
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Clare Weaver has been captivated by the world of Apple products since the launch of iconic iPhone in 2007. With a wealth of experience, Clare is your go-to source for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and all things Apple.
