Troubleshooting Windows Phone Lumia 535 Update Issues
Having trouble updating your Windows Phone Lumia 535? Don't worry, following these steps should help get your device up to date. Properly updating your phone ensures the best performance, security, and access to the latest features.
1. Checking for Updates
To manually update your Windows Phone Lumia 535, you will need to go through a few steps. Here's what to do:
Open the settings menu on your phone.
Scroll down and tap on Update security.
Select the option for Phone update.
Tap on Check for updates and follow the prompts to download and install the update if available.
Note that if your phone does not have automatic updates enabled, you may need to check for updates manually.
2. Ensure You Have Enough Storage
A lack of storage space can prevent updates from being installed. Here's how to check and manage the storage on your device:
Go to the settings menu on your phone.
Tap on Storage to view the current usage.
Delete unnecessary apps or files to free up space.
Maintaining a sufficient amount of storage will ensure that your phone can handle the file sizes for updates.
3. Connect to Wi-Fi
Updates can be quite large and are better downloaded over Wi-Fi to avoid incurring unnecessary data charges. Make sure your device is connected to a stable Wi-Fi network before initiating the download.
4. Charge Your Phone
To ensure a smooth update process, make sure your phone is fully charged. At the very least, try to ensure it reaches at least 50% charge. Keeping it plugged in during the update process will also help avoid interruptions.
5. Use the Windows Device Recovery Tool (As a Last Resort)
If your phone still fails to update despite following the above steps, you can try using the Windows Device Recovery Tool on your PC. Here's how to do it:
Download and install the Windows Device Recovery Tool on your computer.
Connect your Lumia 535 to your computer via USB.
Follow the prompts in the tool to reinstall the latest software on your phone.
Keep in mind that this process will erase all data on your device, so be sure to back up any important information before proceeding.
Frequently Asked Questions
If the phone has not been upgraded to Windows 10, do so manually using the guidelines provided on Quora. This is free and should be done before the end of March 2018.
If your phone is already upgraded to Windows 10, follow the smaller update prompts provided by Microsoft.
Adjust the Idle Hours setting in Phone Update to a more suitable time of the day/night when you are unlikely to use the phone.
Select the duration when the internet speed is faster during the update process.
Remember that updates are typically done on Wi-Fi connections, not on mobile data, to avoid data usage.
If an update is automatically done, you will receive a notification.
By following these steps and tips, you should be able to successfully update your Windows Phone Lumia 535. If you continue to experience issues, it may be worth investigating specific problems with your device.