5 Solutions to Fix Error 23 When Updating iPhone or iPad

When updating or restoring your iPhone or iPad, you may encounter errors like Error 23. This is just a simple error that is related to hardware issues so there is no big deal about experiencing this error. To fix this, you may need to try all the solutions below in order to identify the problem.

Ways to Fix iTunes Error 23

There are 5 simple ways to finally get rid of this error that is hindering you from completing your task. One solution may work for many users but not for you, so you may need to try all of them out and see which one will solve the problem first.

Solution 1: Update iTunes

Do you have the latest version of iTunes? One reason that can cause you error 23 is not using the latest version of iTunes. Make sure that it is up to date. Simply open iTunes and check for Update. Simply download it and wait for it to finish installing.

Solution 2: Reboot your iPhone

If there are some iTunes errors, a simple reboot can solve the problem. Simply hold sleep/wake button and wait for the Apple logo to appear. This is easiest solution to solve Error 23.

Solution 3: Check your Antivirus Software

Most of the problems that you experience are related to your antivirus or security software. Make sure that your security software is also up to date. If updating your security software did not solve the error, turn it off for a while and start updating your iPhone or iPad.

Solution 4: Battery Issues

The cause for this error could be your battery. You can open your iPhone and check the status of your battery. However, if you do not want to remove your iPhone’s battery by yourself, simply go to the nearest Apple store for the battery to be checked.

Solution 5: DFU Mode

To do DFU mode, simply turn your iPhone off. Launch iTunes and connect your device to PC with a USB cable. Hold home button for at least three seconds and hold sleep/wake button simultaneously for few seconds.

Keep holding home button and release the power button. You will see “Connect to iTunes Screen” which means that your device has already been detected in recovery mode. Simply backup and restore your data.

These are the simple solutions to fix Error 23. After trying all the solutions given and the error still occurs, hopefully not, simply call Apple support or visit the nearest Apple store.