The duration of the “Update Requested” phase during an iOS 18 installation can vary significantly. This phase represents the period where the device communicates with Apple’s servers to verify the software update’s validity and prepare it for download. A stuck “Update Requested” status implies the process is either delayed due to network issues, server overload, or a potential software glitch on the device itself.
The swiftness of software installations directly impacts user experience. A quicker update process translates to less downtime and immediate access to new features, security enhancements, and bug fixes included in iOS 18. Historically, prolonged update times have been a source of user frustration, especially immediately following a major iOS release when server demand is at its highest.