Facing difficulties while updating the Apple TV tvOS 16? However, even if you face adversity like Apple TV software update failed or Apple TV couldn’t download the update at a time, you will need to update the TV for a better experience. For sure, you will upgrade the Apple TV to the latest version, once you look out to fix the Apple TV software update failed error.
Apple TV 4K, Apple TV 3rd Generation, Apple TV 5th Generation, Apple TV 6th Generation.
To update Apple TV, you will need a good internet connection along with patience. Because we don’t know how much time it will take to complete the update. Primarily, check out the perfect method to update the Apple TV.
- Check Wi-Fi internet or Ethernet is working or not
- Restart or Unplug Apple TV
- Apple TV 4th Generation or later or Apple TV 4k: Settings > System > Restart.
- Apple TV 3rd Generation: Settings > General > Restart.
Unplug your Apple TV from power and Wait for six seconds. After that, try downloading and installing the software update on your Apple TV.
Using Apple TV Remote
- Siri Remote or Apple TV: Hold down the
Menu button when the Light on Apple TV flashes. - Aluminum or White Apple Remote: Hold Down Menu and Down Button when a light on Apple TV Flashes.
Menu button when the Light on Apple TV flashes.How to Update Apple TV: Follow Below Steps
In case if you are attempting a false method to update your Apple TV, then kindly look at the following steps of how to update Apple TV,
Step #1: Go to “Settings” on the Apple TV.
Step #2: Click on “System”.
Step #3: Then select “Software Updates”.
Step #4: Lastly, choose “Update Software”.
Step #5: If any pending update is available, click on “Download and Install”. [latest available tvOS firmware is tvOS 16 or later]
Step #6: Depending on the speed of the internet connection, updating will take time.
Step #7: Once the update is downloaded to your Apple TV, it will prepare for installation.
Note: Make sure you didn’t unplug the power cord and Ethernet cable (if you are not using Wi-Fi).
That’s it! This is the simple procedure to update the Apple TV.
Now, If you are not able to update the Apple TV at that moment on how to deal with the situation, look forward to knowing.
Update Apple TV software Update Automatically
Automatically update Apple TV software Update in your TV settings, Go to the Settings app on your Apple TV > System > Software Update > Turn on Automatic Update.
Fix 1: Make sure the Internet connection is working
Sometimes when we put the device on the update, and due to the unusual activity of ISP, the Apple TV stuck on the update, and we are helpless. Alternatively, if you are using Wi-Fi, connect the Ethernet cable directly to the Apple TV.
Fix 2: Wait for sometime
Waiting for some time is also one type of solution to any weird problem. If you see an Apple TV update stuck or paused, then just sit back and relax don’t turn off the TV.
Still, if you didn’t find any change in the progress bar, contact Apple Support instantly and let the Apple TV remain on. Don’t power off the TV.
Fix 3: Erase All Settings
Alternatively, Apple TV itself is capable of fixing bugs and glitches preventing smooth functioning.
So if Apple TV asks you to Restart or Erase All Settings, then select Restart. Once the Apple TV restarts, try to update it.
Again if you will be asked to Restart or Erase All Settings, then go for Erase All Settings.
Lastly, you have only one option which is to take help from the Apple Support team. Send Feedback to us if you have any problems and more help in detail.
