How to fix Stuck On “iTunes Is Downloading the Software for This iPhone”?

1. iTunes Is Downloading the Software for This iPhone? How Long Does It Take?

Actually there is no particular time limit on how long it will take for iTunes to download the firmware. It varies from people to people, depending on how soon your iDevice connects with the Apple server to download the software. Roughly 'iOS Download and Update' usually takes almost 30 minutes. If everything goes fine then your device might run smoothly in no more than 1 hour.

If you find iTunes is stuck on "iTunes Is Downloading the Software for This iPhone" for hours, you may quit iTunes and restart to try again.

2. If Your iPhone Is in Normal Mode Before That

If your iPhone works normally before iTunes is stuck on downloading the software for this iPhone, you can try do something for both your iTunes and iPhone to avoid the problem.

Here in this section, we've brought to you quite effective solutions that you can perform to fix the iTunes stuck issue.

2.1. Update iTunes

First of all, make sure you have the latest iTunes installed. To update iTunes on Windows version, you can just click "Help" in the Menu, and then click "Check for Updates". Follow the instruction to install the latest version of your iTunes.

If you are using a Mac, you can just go the the App store and check if there is update for iTunes. Click "UPDATE" if there is the option.

2.2. Hard Reset iPhone

Try performing hard reset on your iPhone as the first method to fix the issue as it has been proved effective for fixing iOS glitches. Follow the steps provided carefully:

• iPhone 6 or Older Devices

Hold down the 'Sleep/Wake' button simultaneously with 'Home' button till you see the phone screen turn black. As soon as the Apple logo starts appearing, let go of the buttons.

• iPhone 7/7 Plus

Press and hole the 'Sleep/Wake' and 'Volume Down' button together until the Apple logo appears. Leave them once after that.

• iPhone 8/8 Plus/iPhone X

First quickly push the 'Volume Up' key and release quickly, repeat the same with the 'Volume Down' key. Press the 'Sleep/Wake' button till the Apple logo appears on the screen.

2.3. Reset all Settings

To reset all settings in your iPhone, you don't have to be a tech-geek. Knowing some simple steps will ease your burden and help you deal with the problem that iTunes is stuck on downloading the software for this iPhone. Here are the steps –

1. From your iPhone home screen, go to 'Settings' and then click 'General'.
2. Scroll down to the end of the screen and then press the 'Reset' tab found there.
3. Under 'Reset' option click on 'Reset All Settings' and you are good to go. If prompted for a passcode then provide the same.

2.4. Restore from Backup

If you are still stuck on "iTunes is downloading the software for this iPhone", you should then try to resolve it by restoring your device from a previous backup. Sometimes, restoring with old backup fixes whatever additional glitches happened with an iOS device. So, here are the steps to do it –

1. Ensure to install the latest version of iTunes on your computer and launch it. Connect your iPhone using a lightning cable and make sure to tap on 'Trust' when 'Trust This Computer' message appears on your screen. Now, click on your iPhone from the iTunes' main screen.
2. Go to the 'Summary' tab and under the 'Backups' section click on 'Restore Backup' button. Select the most recent or any desired backup file from the list in the pop-up window and tap 'Restore'.

Note: Please do not disconnect the iDevice until the process completes.

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