The action of disabling alerts that prompt users to install new versions of the iPhone Operating System. These prompts can appear as badges on the Settings app icon, banners at the top of the screen, or pop-up notifications requiring user interaction.
Suppressing these alerts allows for uninterrupted device usage and can prevent inadvertent operating system installations. Some users may prefer to delay updates due to concerns about compatibility issues with existing applications or a desire to maintain a specific iOS version for jailbreaking purposes. Furthermore, in environments with limited bandwidth, avoiding automatic update downloads can conserve data usage.