HT4623 How do you update an iphone 3gs to iOS 5?

I've been having a lot of trouble just simply updating my iphone.
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Connect to iTunes on the computer you usually Sync with and “ Check for Updates “...
If an Update Appears Install it... if not... you are up to date for your particular Device...
See the Using iTunes Section Here...
How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

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HT4623 How do you update the iPhone 3gs to the latest software?

I do not have an iPhone 4. I have an iPhone 3gs, and am trying to update the latest software. I have tried three times already, and each time I have to wait 2 hours so it is frustrating. It has not worked a single time yet. Not much on the internet talks about updating a 3gs to the latest software, but I finally found something that said I had to have the latest iTunes. I did not have the latest iTunes, so I am trying that now. Hopefully that works. If there's something I really need to do, please help. I just want the latest software.

Connect your phone to iTunes on a PC and you will be guided from there.
Or - you could use the search facility on this page - there are thousands of hits.

HT4623 How can i update my iphone 3gs from ios 4.2.1 to ios 6.1

Already tried to sync with itunes and was advised when selecting check for update that current ios is 4.2.1. ios 5 or higher is needed for most apps on app store.

Read the article from which the question was posted and follow the directions.
Identifying iPhone models

How do i update my IPhone 3gs to IOS 5 without wifi ?

Hello.
How do i update my iphone 3gs to IOS 5 without wifi connection.I don't have wifi connection.After updating to IOS 5 it ask "Choose a network"
What should i do.I dont have wifi so how can i choose a network?
Sample :
I have 1gb internet connection on my iphone from my contract company and i have internet connection on my computer.

Same answer as when you asked the smae question before.

How do I update my iphone 3GS to IOS 6?

How do I update my iphone 3GS to IOS 6?

If your 3GS has iOS 4, see:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
Otherwise see:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4623
Regards.

HT4623 how do i update my iphone 3gs as it keeps saying that 4.2.1 is the right update which its not

how do i update my iphone 3gs as its got 4.2.1 and its saying that it is the right updatee but its not

To expand on the 1/2-answer that Diesel gave;
The first thing you should look into is which version of iTunes you have. If you're not running iTunes 10, then you're not going to be able to update your phone past iOS 4.2.
Depending on what kind of system you're using, there are several reasons why your iTunes may be out of date:
In the Mac world, if you're not running a version of OS/X newer than 10.5.x (Leopard) then iTunes won't upgrade to the latest version (10). If you have a pre-2006 G-series processor Mac, you're pretty-much stuck at 10.4.x (Tiger) or lower and, sadly, Apple/iTunes doesn't support those machines any more. If your Mac is newer than 2006 but older than 2008, you'll likely be stuck at finding a copy of Snow Leopard (10.6.x) and you need to see your local Apple service provider to see if they can get you updated.
If you're running a Windows workstation, I believe that any Windows machine that's still running XP patched to Service Pack 2 or later should still be able to install and use iTunes 10. The system requirements can be found on the iTunes download page. If for some reason your iTunes has stopped doing its updates (or won't do them) you'll probably need to re-install iTunes. Installing over-top of the old iTunes should work and you won't loose any of your data - however, just in case, you should back-up your computer prior to making any significant changes to the software.
Now, Diesel also made the assumption that you may only have a 3G phone and not a 3Gs. To verify this not the case, plus for anyone who may be reading this and has any doubt, this link will help you identify your phone. iOS 5 and later does not support phones older than the 3Gs, and its unlikely that your cellular service provider will for very long either.
Good luck.

HT4623 how do you update your iphone to 10.6.3

how do you update your iphone to 10.6.3

You can't. The message you are getting is probably referring to iTunes on your computer.

HT4623 How can I update my iphone 4 from iOS 5.1.1 to iOS 6.1.4 only. I am not looking for iOS 7 right now. Please suggest the update process?

Hi Team,
I have iphone4 16GB with iOS 5.1.1. While using the phone, few times the phone is automatically going to shutdown and getting call disconnected. Some times, it happens more frequently in a day, sometimes not.
and also, How can I update my iphone 4 from iOS 5.1.1 to iOS 6.1.4 only. I am not looking for iOS 7 right now. Please suggest the update process?

You cannot. You can only upgrade to the currently supported version of the iOS which, at this time is iOS 7.0.2.

HT4623 How do I update my Iphone 4 to IOS 6 rather than IOS 7?

How do I update my Iphone 4 to IOS 6 rather than IOS 7:

You cannot. iTunes won't install iOS versions older than the latest compatible release with any given device, and if one's somehow installed anyway, Apple's servers won't activate the device afterwards.
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HT4623 how do you update my iphone from itunes?

how do i update my iphone using itunes?

Did the Link you posted from not help you...?
What seems to be the issue...?

HT4623 how do i update my iphone 4s to iOs 6.1?

How do I update my iPhone 4s?

There are two methods to do so.
1- using iTunes
connect your iPhone to iTunes and click update
2-Using the phone itself
if your phone supports this feature go to settings> general > software update. from that screen you should be able to update your iPhone.

HT4623 How do you update a iPad 1 to iOS 6.0 ?

How do you update a IPad 1 to 6.0 when it is showing no no software update in the setting?

Fatboy Butch wrote:
How do you update a IPad 1 to 6.0
You cannot.
The iPad 1 can only go as far as iOS 5.1.1

How do you update an iphone 3gs?

I have bought an iphone 3gs but my imessage isn't working. Apparently i need to update my software but I do not know how to do this.
can anyone help?
Thanks
toby

If your iDevice is using a version of iOS lower than 5, you will need to use iTunes on your syncing computer to perform the upgrade. Use the Apple link below as a guide for the upgrade.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
Also read the instructions from the section entitled "Update your device using iTunes" at the link below.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4623
Information regarding transferring purchases from your iDevice to iTunes on your syncing computer can be found at the link below.
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1848

HT4623 how do i update my iphone 3gs to a software better then ios 4.0 it keeps saying no update available

i need help updating my 3gs i cant get it to update past ios 4.2 and not many apps are compatiable inless i have ios 5.0 or greater can anyone help?

The iPhone 3G will not upgrade past iOS 4.2.1, but the iPhone 3GS is supported up to iOS 6.1.3. Are you sure you have a 3GS and not just a 3G?

How can I update my iPhone 3gs to ios 4.3?

I really do hope that someone out there can offer me some guidance on this matter.
I am unable to download Facebook and most other apps. I have already done a Google search for this question and keep ending up at the same guide, telling me that it should be on my phone (the option to update software) however it isn't due to an early operating system. I have tried to do it via iTunes and am running the latest version, but no joy. It says no updates available.
I really hope that someone can assist me with this.
Thank you in advance!

Welcome to the Apple Support Communities
If iTunes told you that you are running the most recent version, you have an iPhone 3G, that is only compatible with iOS 4.2.1. You can't upgrade to a later version

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