IOS 7.1.2 update = recovery mode

I just updated my fully charged iPhone 5S with at least 4 GB of free memory to iOS 7.1.2 via the internal software update function.
Suddenly my iPhone 5S is in recovery mode. I never did any jailbreak or hack whatsoever!
Any ideas?

I have similar problem, after clicking the update, it says that I have to connect to iTunes. After connecting the iTunes, the iTunes doesn't not recognize the phone and I have to restore my phone. However, after clicking 'restore iphone' and the connection to software is stalled and now still have problems with connection. Fyi, I have checked the wifi and internet connection, all seems OK and good.
it almost 4 hours now, I cant use my phone to make phone calls or checking emails.
what should I do?

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