You should keep automatic app updates enabled so that your iPhone and iPad can install security patches and the latest versions of apps & games whenever they are available.
Even though Automatic App Updates are enabled on iPhones by default, if you have disabled them manually, here’s how to turn them on again.
How do you enable automatic app updates on an iPhone?
You can change the App Store settings to turn on the Automatic App Updates feature. Once you enable the feature, your iPhone will download the latest updates to any app without delay. Here’s what you need to do.
1. Launch the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. When the Settings app opens, scroll down and tap on the App Store.
3. On the App Store screen, enable the toggle beside App Updates.
Please note that even after enabling Automatic App Updates, your iPhone may not always install the updates immediately. So, it’s recommended that you perform a manual check for app updates from the App Store.
How to Enable Automatic Downloads on iPhone
Automatic Download is a feature that downloads apps purchased on your other Apple Devices. Enabling this feature will make your app purchase available to all connected devices.
1. Launch the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. When the Settings app opens, scroll down and tap on the App Store.
3. On the App Store screen, enable the toggle beside App Downloads.
Note: If you’re using iOS 12 or lower, you will find several options under the Automatic Downloads section. You need to turn on the sliders for Music, Apps, Books & Audiobooks, Updates.
How to Update Apps Manually on iPhone
Even if you’ve turned on the Automatic App Updates, your iPhone may not always install the updates immediately. So, it’s recommended to perform a manual check for the app updates from the App Store. Here’s what you need to do.
1. Launch the Apple App Store on your iPhone.
2. When the App Store opens, tap on your Profile picture at the top right corner.
3. On the Upcoming Automatic Updates section, tap on Update All.
4. If you want to update a specific app, tap the Update button next to it.
How to Update the Stock Apps on iPhone
Your iPhone also has many stock apps like Safari, Photos, Camera, etc. You can’t update those apps from the Apple App Store.
The only way to update the stock apps is to update your iPhone’s system software. Here’s how to do that.
1. Launch the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. When the Settings app opens, tap on General.
3 On the General screen, tap on Software Update.
4. If any Software update is available, tap Download and Install or Update Now.
That’s all about how to turn on Automatic App Updates on iPhone. It’s very important to keep your iPhone Apps up to date; in this way, you will have the best possible app experience. If you need more help on this topic, let us know in the comments. Also, if you find this guide helpful, don’t forget to share it with your friends.