Can a 3G iphone be updated online?

In fact, I beleive that's the only way that you can update it, via iTunes. I don't believe you can do a update directly on the phone prior to iOS 5.

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Can't sync iphone after update

I recently installed the new iphone update v. 1.1.1 and phone worked fine. It synced, etc. But after installing iphoto 4 on my computer so I can download my pictures off iphone, I plug it in and iphoto access iphone first and does not let itunes sync with it. any ideas before removing iphoto. I would like to be able to download my pictures to my computer. Thanks

Yes, disable iPhoto from opening, then sync again.
The setting is in Image Capture, in the general preferences. Set it to "when a camera is connected, open NO applications", if you want to disable iPhoto opening whenever the iPhone (or some other camera device) is attached.
Then reset your iPhone. Reboot your mac.
Sync again.

HT201210 error 3014, can't restore iPhone after updated the new version of itune

after updated the new version of itunes, my iphone can't back up and restore.
Why everytime update the new version of itunes have problem????

See Network connection or download errors
Error 1479: This error occurs when trying to contact Apple for an update or restore. Quit iTunes, disconnect from USB, restart the iOS device, reconnect the device to the computer, then launch iTunes and attempt to update or restore again.
Error 1639: See this article for resolution.
Errors 3000-3999 (3004, 3013, 3014, 3018, 3164, 3194, and so on): Error codes in the 3000 range generally mean that iTunes cannot contact the update server (gs.apple.com) on ports 80 or 443.
Update to the latest version of iTunes.
Verify the computer's date and time are accurate.
Check that your security or firewall software is not interfering with ports 80 or 443, or with the server gs.apple.com.
Follow Troubleshooting security software. Often, uninstalling third-party security software will resolve these errors.
An entry in your hosts file may be redirecting requests to gs.apple.com (see "Unable to contact the iOS software update server gs.apple.com" above).
Internet proxy settings can cause this issue. If you are using a proxy, try without using one.
Test restoring while connected to a known-good networ

HT4623 can my 3g iphone be updated to ios 5

can my iphone 3g be updated to ios 5

Unfortunately the highest software you will be able to update your device to is iOS 4.2.1. Sorry. Hope this helps.

HT4972 can a 3GS iphone be updated with iOS 4 or iOS 5 software?

I have a 3GS phone and would like to know if It can be updated with ios 4 or ios 5 software.
Thanks!

Yes, the iPhone 3GS can be updated to the current software iOS 6.1.4.
UPDATE - It might be 6.1.3 ... I don't remember. But anyway, you either update all the way or not at all.

7.7 - Install error? Can't download iPhone firmware update

I downloaded 7.7 yesterday and got an install error, but when I opened it up, it said it was version 7.7 and had the Application menu item. So I thought all was dandy!
But when I tried to update my iPhone to 2.0, a message popped up that said I need 7.7 installed. I clicked "Update," was taken to Software Update, but of course nothing was found.
Then I thought I'd try to download it manually, but the download links are nowhere to be found on apple's site: http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/
Any ideas? Please help! I want to get 2.0 installed before I leave for work.

You have to wait several minutes for iTunes to recognize any new iPod or iPhone after the 7.7 update. There is a major bug with the program. Apple has removed the download from their servers, which I don't think they have ever done, even with minor issues of previous iTunes releases in the past... I'm sure they are working on it and I hope to see iTunes 7.7.1 ready to download soon. You probably can't update any firmware/software until Apple fixes things...

Can't sync Iphone after update the Itunes 11.1.5.5

Hi Can seem to get Iphone recognised when hooking up to Itunes to synce phone....... any ideas on how to resolve this issue?

Same problem here. I feel like I should know by now not to update iTunes before seeing if there are any issues with the release but I did anyway.
I tried uninstalling and reinstalling. That didn't work.
I tried doing a System Restore. With the restored version (11.1.3.8 I think it was) I was able to sync using File -> Devices -> Sync but iTunes would crash if I tried navigating to the phone in the Sidebar.
I tried restoring to an even older point but that version gave me an error about missing files and the library being created from a newer version. I tried going back to the later restore but that was no longer working.
I had to install 11.1.5.5. The one that's useless because I can't sync.
Please fix this, Apple!!!

Can't Activate iPhone After Updating 3GS to iOS 6.0.1

Hi,
I just updated my iPhone 3GS iOS to 6.0.1 and it says could not activate your iPhone with the message
"Your iPhone could not be activatedbecause the activation server is temporarily unavailable. Try connecting your iPhone to iTunes to activate it, or try again in a couple of minutes.
Please help me to fix the issue.
Thanks,
Mahendra

If u had jailbroken it earlier, the iphone is now bricked and cannot be activated.

Can´t download iPhone software update

Hi,
I'm new to the iPhone and every time I sync it I get asked about the newest update (2.2) so I tell iTunes to download it, apparently it's quite heavy. The thing is that after one minute or so the downloading is interrupted and get an error 9006.
I've tried multiple times with no results. Help please?
And thanks in advance

I have this same exact problem on my windows xp system. I get a server connection error but i am able to connect to itunes store and regular internet explorer. Also if i do try to update it and it does give me the server connection error, my connection drops and i have to restart my computer.

How to do a delayed download for iPhone Software Update

How do i use a "download manager" to download a iPhone Software Update at a specified later time?
i.e. delay my download until after 2 a.m. when Hughesnet Fair Access Policy allows me to download such large files...
Alternatively, can I download iPhone Software Updates from somewhere other than iTunes?

Only your carrier can unlock a phone. Contact the carrier.

I changed my apple ID successfully online on my iPad and iPhone but when I wish to buy an app, the old ID comes up automatically and there seems to be nothing I can do, so I cannot update or buy any apps.

I changed my apple ID successfully online on my iPad and iPhone but when I wish to buy an app, the old ID comes up automatically and there seems to be nothing I can do, so I cannot update or buy any apps.

Welcome to the Apple Community..
In order to change your Apple ID or password for your iCloud account on your iOS device, you need to delete the account from your iOS device first, then add it back using your updated details. (Settings > iCloud, scroll down and hit "Delete Account")
Providing you are simply updating your existing details and not changing to another account, when you delete your account, all the data that is synced with iCloud will also be deleted from the device (but not from iCloud), but will be synced back to your device when you login again.
In order to change your Apple ID or password for your iCloud account on your computer, you need to sign out of the account from your computer first, then sign back in using your updated details. (System Preferences > iCloud, click the sign out button)
In order to change your Apple ID or password for your iTunes account on your iOS device, you need to sign out from your iOS device first, then sign back in using your updated details. (Settings > iTunes & App store, scroll down and tap your ID)
If you are using iMessages or FaceTime, you will also need to log out and into your ID there too.

"The iphone software update server could not be contacted" - error message recieved when i try to update to 5.1.1 via itunes , what can i do ?

The iphone software update server could not be contacted" - error message recieved when i try to update to 5.1.1 via itunes , what can i do ?

Dear Lawrence Finch:
If you're still around I hope you see this message, as you're the FIRST person (after reading every link, thread, other sites, apple support articles, etc.) to mention JB may be causing this iTunes popup window to REPEATEDLY occur:
"The iPhone software update server could not be contacted."
No, I did not hack anything (are you kidding? Grannies don't hack!), but I unknowingly bought a 3Gs iOS 3.1 from ebay that was not advertised as JB. Since it is like brand new, I was going to keep it (because my old backup is iOS 3.1.2) & was trying to simply restore & update, which (I thought) would remove the JB (that's what everybody says at forums, etc).
Instead, after "erasing all settings/content" (inside phone's Settings to get the prior person's name out of there), it is now stuck in White Apple Mode.
Put it in DFU/Recovery Mode & connect to iTunes but that stupid above message keeps appearing & I have already read/tried EVERYTHING to get rid of that message, starting with:
1. OLD phones (3Gs) with OLD iOS 3.1+ should work FINE with OLD Mac (iBook) with OLD OSX (Tiger 10.4.11) with OLD iTunes (9.2.1[5]). So that can't be the problem.
Here's all the other things apple & others say to check which I already checked:
2. USB ports are FINE, both work FINE, so that's not the problem.
3. No "extra USB devices" are connected, ONLY a mouse, & then the phone (yes, I tried it w/o the mouse connected but that didn't help).
4. No "usb hubs."
5. Latest iTunes for this OSX has already been DL'd (iTunes 9.2.1[5]). If you know of a newer one for this OSX, please advise.
6. No antivirus software.
7. No security software.
8. No routers; only 1 comcast modem, period. Wired Ethernet.
9. No wifi gadgets, no wifi at all.
10. No firewalls, except what is on iBook in the SHARING/System-Prefs. section. It's turned OFF.
11. Did the hosts/terminal thing sudo nano whatever it was. There were only 3 lines, NO gs.apple.com:
xxxxx local host
xxxxx broadcast host
xxxx local host
Oh, & btw, ATT officially unlocked this phone (after I filled out their online forms) but I can't finish the process via iTunes to get their Confirmation that "Device is Now Unlocked," so I can use T-Mo.
So that's it. If you have any other ideas of what to do from here, since from your comment, maybe it's the stupid JB on this phone that is causing the problem (???), please advise.
Many thanks!

I recently updated to ios5.0.1 and was syncing my itouch.I noticed that it was tking too long and my itouch turned off. now, i can't turn it on.went online and tried everything but nothing works. HELP PLEASE!

I recently updated to ios5.0.1 and was syncing my itouch.I noticed that it was taking too long and my itouch turned off. now, i can't turn it on.went online and tried everything from the troubleshooting assistant but nothing works. HELP PLEASE!

Have yu tried everthing here:
iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
Next see if placing the iPod in DFU mode will allow iTunes to see the iPod so you can restore the iPod.
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
Last, make an appointment a the Genius Bar of an Apple stroe.

I had over 200 e-mails. I went to my webmail and deleted most of them. However, my iPhone still shows 200 e-mails. How can I force my iPhone to update from the e-mail server? Or will I have to delete each e-mail from my iPhone as well? Thanks.

I had over 200 e-mails. I went to my webmail and deleted most of them. However, my iPhone still shows 200 e-mails. How can I force my iPhone to update from the e-mail server? Or will I have to delete each e-mail from my iPhone as well? Thanks.

You may have to try deleting all the music from your phone (by going to Settings>General>Usage>Music, swipping All Music and tapping Delete), then sync it all back on with iTunes in order to fix this.

I have an iphone 4 for verizon and i am going to switch phones and get a droid motorolla 4g phone and the droid doesnt have a sim card. does my iphone 4 have a sim card that i can put in the droid? can i buy sim cards separately online for the droid?

i have an iphone 4 for verizon and i am going to switch phones and get a droid motorolla 4g phone and the droid doesnt have a sim card. does my iphone 4 have a sim card that i can put in the droid? can i buy sim cards separately online for the droid?

Brandon2184 wrote:
The iPhone 4 uses a "Nano SIM"
The CDMA iPhone 4 does not use a SIM at all. There is no SIM slot. It is a pure CDMA phone.

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