9 Things to Do Before Installing iOS 14.8.1

Decide How to Download iOS 14.8.1

Decide how you'll download and install the iOS 14.8.1 update on your device before you hit download. 

If you plan on installing iOS 14.8.1 Over-the-Air (OTA) through the device's Settings, you'll need to have at least a 50% charge and you'll need to be connected to a Wi-Fi network unless you have an iPhone 12 connected to a 5G network. 

You can also install the iOS 14.8.1 update via iTunes. Simply plug your device in, find your device, and check for an update. 

Note that if you're running macOS Monterey, macOS Big Sur or macOS Catalina you'll need to update via Finder, not iTunes.