I'm not seeing reports of iOS 26 installs going sideways, but I still always take these steps before making a major upgrade.
Learn how to back up and clean install iOS 26 or iPadOS 26 on your iPhone or iPad. Step-by-step guide with IPSW download link, restore instructions, and compatibility list.
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