iOS 11.2 beta can be a pretty heavy download, but it shouldn’t take too long to install if you know what you’re doing.
Apple’s first iOS 11.2 beta doesn’t bring the company’s Apple Pay Cash platform, but it does bring some interesting tweaks to the new operating system.
iOS 11.2 beta is interesting but far from perfect. Many iOS 11.2 beta testers are complaining of performance issues, bugs, and other bumps in the road.
Most people are better off waiting for the final release of iOS 11.2 (probably due in December), but we don’t blame the developer or you if you’re interested in trying the public iOS 11.2 beta right now.
One question we keep getting from potential iOS 11.2 beta testers is about the download process and how long it takes for the beta to install on an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
There is no definite answer. Mileage will certainly vary from person to person, device to device, but if you want to download the iOS 11.2 beta on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch, we can help you determine how much time you should dedicate.
Assuming you’re preparing for the iOS 11.2 beta and connected to a fast Wi-Fi network, it may take less than 10 minutes to install your iOS 11.2 beta. If you are not prepared, the download and installation process can take much longer.
Prepare for iOS 11.2 Beta
Before installing the iOS 11.2 beta on a compatible iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, you’ll want to prepare. If you’ve recently backed up your device and/or contacted your IT department, you can be on your way in minutes. If you haven’t done any prep work, you may need to spend an hour or more making sure you and your device are ready.
We’ve put together a pre-installation guide to walk you through the steps you need to take before installing iOS 11.2 beta on a primary or secondary iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
Making a backup is completely optional but highly recommended. The odds are slim, but we always hear horror stories about lost photos and other data.
If you back up your files via iCloud or iTunes, you’ll have peace of mind knowing your important data is safe.
iOS 11.2 Beta Download Time
If you are installing iOS 11.2 beta for the first time, your download will be pretty important. If you have an iPhone 6s you are facing a 1.96GB update and if you have an iPhone 7 you are facing a 1.97GB update.
If you’re using a high-speed Wi-Fi connection and you’re fine with no issues, your download can be completed in as little as five minutes. If you are on a slower Wi-Fi network, the download may take up to 15 minutes. You may also see delays during peak hours.
Apple usually releases new iOS beta software on Monday morning (around 10am Pacific), and you may see slower download times if you choose to upgrade immediately.
iOS 11.2 Beta Installation Time
Despite its size, the iOS 11.2 beta installation shouldn’t take too long to complete.
We installed the iOS 11.2 beta on two devices, iPhone 7 and iPhone 6s, and both installations were completed in less than 10 minutes. This is a beta and extremely fast for an update of this size.
However, most of you will want to set aside 20-30 minutes to watch the installation. Note that your device may reboot itself once or twice. This is normal.
Check out the step-by-step for more information on the best way to install iOS 11.2 beta. It will hold your hand through the entire installation process.
Post install
Once the iOS 11.2 beta installation is over, you may need to spend some time logging into iCloud and any apps and services that sign you out.
You’ll also want to use your essential apps and services to check your important files and make sure they’re working properly.
Spend up to 10 minutes poking around your device for major issues. If all is well, start using iOS 11.2 beta and report any bugs you see to Apple so engineers can improve the final version.
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