Can i update the ipod touch 2g iOS?

wondering if there is hope to update the operating system of this old thing to one that will actually talk with newer apps?  fingers crossed.
i want to give this to my kids to play games on.

I should say that it has been updated to 4.2.1 but i'm wondering if i can push it as far as iOS 5.  I am a dreamer.

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  • HT4623 Can you update the ipod touch 2nd generation

    Can u update the ipod touch 2nd generation,Or do u have to buy a new ipod touch...

    iOS 4: Updating your device to iOS 5 or later
    Here are the last OS versions for each iPod generation:
    An original iPod Touch can run iPhone OS 3.1.3
    2G model: maximum iOS 4.2.1
    3G model: maximum iOS 5.1.1
    4G, 5G can run iOS 6.
    Message was edited by: John Galt

  • Hi Apple, Can you update the iPod touch 4g and make it have Siri, the fans of Apple wants it :( including me please?

    Hi Apple, Can you update the iPod touch 4g and make it have Siri, the fans of Apple wants it :( including me please?

    You are not addressing Apple here. We are just users like yourself. To make a suggestion to Apple:
    Apple - iPod touch – Feedback
    Per the following the 4G iPod does not have the hardware to adequately support Siri.
    audience technology and siri - Google Search

  • HT1459 Can I update my iPod touch from iOS 4.2.1 to iOS 5?

    Can I update my iPod touch from iOS 4.2.1 to iOS 5?

    If it's a second generation iPod touch, no; they can't be updated past 4.2.1.
    If it's a third generation iPod touch, yes.
    If it's a fourth generation iPod touch, no; they can only be updated directly to 6.1.3.
    (87667)

  • I can't update my iPod touch to IOS 4.2.1 (Error -1)

    Im having trouble updating my ipod touch to IOS 4.2.1
    "An unknown error occured when restoring Jakinessex's ipod (-1)"
    What can I do to fix this?
    I click update on my new Macbook-Pro in Itunes,
    It vertifys the software,
    And just before the update happens,
    The error message pops up,
    Im also trying to change the apple id on the ipod(I dont have the store icon in the settings to change my apple id, Which the update my ipod hasn't got)
    So could you also tell me how to change the apple id in the Version IOS 2.2.1
    Thanks!

    Try on another computer
    Then see:
    -1 error
    -1 error too
    If still problem means a hardware problem. In that case make an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store.
    Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar
    If you get it work, you get the iOS 3.1.3, the last update for the 1G here:
    Purchasing iOS 3.1 Software Update for iPod touch (1st generation)       
    https://buy.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZFinance.woa/wa/touchLegacyLandingPage

  • Can't update my ipod touch to iOS 5.3 (4th G)!

    i have an ipod touch 4th generation. i want to update it to iOS 5.3 but everytime i do from itunes an error message occurs in different forms. however the most frequent message is: There was a problem downloading the software for the ipod: "xxx's ipod". An unknown error occured(9006). (i currently have version 4.2.1)
    along with this, it assumes like 12 hours for the download to be complete and and arror message appears after a few hours.
    what is the problem and how should i resolve it to update my ipod touch?

    Okay. I've tried syncing it first, resetting it first, downloading the firmware, uninstalling and reinstalling iTunes, I've checked my connections and ports and everything, run all kinds of diagnostics, and nothing is working. Every time it says it's backing it up, my iPod resets and then it's back to square one. I'm going to restore it and see if that helps. What a pain in the butt, especially since it wouldn't back it up.... >.<

  • How can u update the ipod touch 2nd generation to the 4.2 it won't update through itunes

    I need help installing ios 4.2 on the ipod touch 2nd generation, it won't do it through itunes..ty

    What happens when you try?
    Error message?
    Are you sure you have a 2G iPod and not a 1G iPod? A 1G can only go to iOS 3.1.3 See:
    Identifying iPod models

  • HT202157 can i update the ipod touch second generation any higher than 4.2

    can i update it and or is there going to be one coming out at all

    Highest possible is 4.2.1.

  • HT4623 can the ipod touch support iOS 7 update because my ipod keeps saying its update

    i can not update my ipod touch to iOS 7 can some one help me with this problem i keep checking and it keeps telling me its up to date

    The 4th generation can not be upgraded beyond 6.1.3. It lacks the required hardware (RAM) for the new version of iOS.

  • HT4623 I was updating my iPod Touch 5 iOS from Ver 7.0.3 to Ver 7.0.4 and my iPod locked up. Can not reset. The only thing I get is a picture the lightning cable pointing to a circular iTunes icon. Any idea on how to unlock my device? Thanks. Stroke72

    I was updating my iPod Touch 5 iOS from Ver 7.0.3 to Ver 7.0.4 and myiPod locked up. I can not reset or restore the unit. The only thing it will do is show me a graphic of thr lightning cable facing up to an arrow and then to a circular blue iTunes icon. I interpert this to mean "connect the iPod to my computer thru the USB cable while iTunes is running. I do this and nothing changes. Total lock up. Any ideas?
    Thanks.
    Stroke72

    You need to restore the iPod...
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1414
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1808

  • HT4205 Can I update my iPod touch 2nd generation with iOS 4.2.1 to restore the iOS  to a new and improved iOS? Can I go from iOS 4.2.1 too iOS 5.0.

    Can I update my iPod touch 2nd generation with iOS 4.2.1 to restore the iOS  to a new and improved iOS? Can I go from iOS 4.2.1 too iOS 5.0.

    All you can do is get a newer model iPod. The 2G can only go as high as 4.2.1. Its hardare does not support a higher iOS version

  • HT1338 Can I update my iPod touch to the iOS 7.0.2? If so how? It's not available on my setting/general/software uodate

    Can I update my iPod touch to the iOS 7.0.2? If so how? It's not available on my setting/general/software update

    iOS 7 isn't compatible with the fourth generation iPod touch.
    (90606)

  • I can not update my ipod touch to version 4.3. tells me that the ipod has the latest version. and in the ipod says I have version 4.2.1

    I can not update my ipod touch to version 4.3.
    tells me that the ipod has the latest version.
    and in the ipod says I have version 4.2.1

    jaziel wrote:
    I can not update my ipod touch to version 4.3.
    tells me that the ipod has the latest version.
    and in the ipod says I have version 4.2.1
    It sounds like you may have a 2nd generation iPod Touch. If so, 4.2.1 is the highest iOS. Please note there was never a 2nd Generation 8gB version of the iPod Touch.
    Stedman

  • I was updating my ipod touch to iOS 6.1.3...when it's finish..the recovery mode appeared and when i plugged it on itunes it didn't work

    I was updating my ipod touch to iOS 6.1.3...when it's finish..the recovery mode appeared and when i plugged it on itunes it didn't work

    Try:
    - iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
    - Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
    How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
    - If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
    - Try on another computer
    - If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
      Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar              

  • While I was updating my ipod touch to ios 6 the battery got drained during the process, i tried restoring it, it couldnt now my ipod is stuck on the Apple logo screen.

    while I was updating my ipod touch to ios 6 the battery got drained during the process, i tried restoring it, it couldnt now my ipod is stuck on the Apple logo screen.
    Can anyone help me with this issue???

    Connect your iTouch to your PC then open iTunes, if iTunes does not recognize your device, try to hold the SLEEP Button and the HOME button at the same time (iPod Reset) for a couple of seconds until the "Charging Tone sounds, now you should be seeing your device name in the iTunes " Device List". If you do, just click RESTORE and iTunes will automatically restore your iTouch to original set-up and download the iOS6 update.
    Hope this helps..

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