Can/Should I upgrade iPhone software?

My iPhone is 3GS. I have software version 3.1 (don't think I've ever updated it!). I've noticed more and more apps are unavailable as I don't have current enough software but I'm worried if I update to the latest version I'll have problems with the battery etc. We currently have iTunes version 10.0.1.22 - do I need to upgrade iTunes also? I don't have a good track record with updating iTunes as it always seems to mess up the computer - it seems ok if you're starting from fresh with a new computer but updating an existing version of iTunes always seems a nightmare. Should I update the iPhone software or just accept that I'll have less and less access to apps? Thx.

It is ultimately your decision whether to upgrade or not.
That being said, there are a multitude of security enhancements, bug fixes, and performance enhancements that have been incorporated into iOS over the last two years.
Why are you concerned about the battery? Because a handful of users have reported battery issues after upgrading? If you look through the forums, you will see the same issues reported after EVERY iOS upgrade dating back to version 1.0.
Your version of iTunes is current, so there is no need to update that.
Just make sure you have a good backup prior to starting the update, this is the first step in the process, but always better to be safe than sorry.

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3.4GHz Pentium 4 550 with HTT (shows up as two 3.4 GHz proc's), 800 MGz FSB, 1MB L2 Cache, 1GB PC-3200 400MGz DDR, ATI Radeon X600 XT 256 MB, system on WD 250GB 7200 rpm SATA, storage on Promise 2+0 Stripe SCSI RAID 0 (2 400GB WD drives), Windows XP Media Center edition SP3. It is an off the shelf Sony Viao R VGC-RA826G. I only added a SCSI controller and storage drives.
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I would really like to upgrade my software and take advantages of all the improvements (including the replacement of Go Live with Dreamweaver and Flash). First I would like to hear some experienced opinions about whether my system can handle it... I know with 2 GB of RAM it will meet the minimum requirements for CS4, but I wonder if I am better off meeting the minimum requirements of CS4 or sticking with CS1 for which I am well over-spec'ed...
BOTTOM LINE: All in all, would I be better off with CS4 on this machine (or CS2 or CS3), or am I better off leaving CS1 on this machine because of the processor, RAM and GPU limitations?
Eddy

You can't upgrade to CS2 or CS3 since they're no longer available. The CS to CS4 upgrade price will go up by $200. at the end of April and if all things remain the same, when CS5 comes out you won't be eligible to upgrade at all.
Now that that's out fo the way, I'm going to go out on a limb and say you won't be at all happy with the performance of CS4 on that machine. At this point, you'd be far better off buying a new machine with Vista 64 a 512 meg video card and at least 8 gigs of RAM.
You can download the trials if you'd like but I'll be shocked if you're happy with the performance.
Bob

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Hi all
I've been reading some horror stories the last few days, but I wanted everyone that's unsure about the update that it's not a nightmare for everyone. I for one didn't have any issues at all, but it did take over 5 hours to complete, so be prepared, don't rush, and don't panic!
Allow your standard backup to go through first. When thats done, then update the iPhone software. I recommend doing the download only option, but I've always done this and never had any issues. It may not make any difference but it's all I can reference.
Once the update is downloaded start the install. To be honest I don't do anything during this process. I don't even use Safari, I just leave it alone. I know that it seems pedantic but at the end of the day all of my updates have been simple without any issues at all.
The unified Inbox in Mail is great. I really like the Folders for Apps, they work a treat. The SMS character counter is handy but please note that it's a feature you need to turn on in Settings, and it only kicks in after 50 characters. The camera zoom function is a nice addition and works fine. Remember, you can't change the wallpaper or use multi-tasking on a 3G, these are 3GS onwards only. After the update explore the Settings menu and see what's new. Am I looking forward to iPhone 4...**** right I am, but not because my 3G is now a brick.
Good luck.

It's really your decision, I upgraded my 3G to 3.0 last night without issue.
Just did what I normally do, connect iPhone, iTunes launches backs up iPhone then I clicked check for updates.
Pop up box said a new version etc I clicked ok, it downloaded and installed (took a little bit of time) but I just eft it to it. After 10 to 15 minutes it was done.
Works a treat.
Some people may be experiencing some issues, that's the nature of the forum (for problems) you rarely get posts about how well something is working, but mine is working well, no issues yet.

HT4972 Upgrade iPhone software version from 4.3.4 to the latest available

I am trying to upgrade my iPhone software version from 4.3.4 to the latest and keep getting this message whenever I hit <Update> or <Restore>. "The iPhone software update server could not be contacted" - what should I do?

Start by making sure you have disabled any firewall or antivirus programs.

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Have a macbook runniing osx 10.5.8 should I buy a new computer or upgrade the software?

That's your choice. Without know what your exact model is here is the upgrade path for OS X:
Upgrade Paths to Snow Leopard, Lion, and/or Mountain Lion
You can upgrade to Mountain Lion from Lion or directly from Snow Leopard. Mountain Lion can be downloaded from the Mac App Store for $19.99. To access the App Store you must have Snow Leopard 10.6.6 or later installed.
Upgrading to Snow Leopard
You can purchase Snow Leopard through the Apple Store: Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard — Apple Store (U.S.). The price is $19.99 plus tax. You will be sent physical media by mail after placing your order.
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       5. Some features require a compatible Internet service provider;
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       6. Some features require Apple’s iCloud services; fees and
           terms apply.
Upgrading to Lion
If your computer does not meet the requirements to install Mountain Lion, it may still meet the requirements to install Lion.
You can purchase Lion by contacting Customer Service: Contacting Apple for support and service — this includes international calling numbers. The cost is $19.99 (as it was before) plus tax. It's a download. You will get an email containing a redemption code that you then use at the Mac App Store to download Lion. Save a copy of that installer to your Downloads folder because the installer deletes itself at the end of the installation.
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       1. Mac computer with an Intel Core 2 Duo, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7,
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       5. Some features require an Apple ID; terms apply.
Upgrading to Mountain Lion
To upgrade to Mountain Lion you must have Snow Leopard 10.6.8 or Lion installed. Purchase and download Mountain Lion from the App Store. Sign in using your Apple ID. Mountain Lion is $19.99 plus tax. The file is quite large, over 4 GBs, so allow some time to download. It would be preferable to use Ethernet because it is nearly four times faster than wireless.
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         2. MacBook (Late 2008 Aluminum, or Early 2009 or newer) —
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         4. MacBook Air (Late 2008 or newer) — Model Identifier 2,1 or later
         5. Mac mini (Early 2009 or newer) — Model Identifier 3,1 or later
         6. Mac Pro (Early 2008 or newer) — Model Identifier 3,1 or later
         7. Xserve (Early 2009) — Model Identifier 3,1 or later
To find the model identifier open System Profiler in the Utilities folder. It's displayed in the panel on the right.
Are my applications compatible?
         See App Compatibility Table — RoaringApps.
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If your model is a plastic housed MacBook then I would buy a new computer. If you have a model from Late 2008 or later, then it's a matter of just how old it is. The last MacBook was in 2010, and that model would run Mountain Lion OK. Prior to that I would stick with Snow Leopard.

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I updated by Iphone software to the latest version last week and now none of my applications will load onto the iphone, i have tried deleting the applications and getting them again from the I-Tunes store but this doesn't work either... can any one please help me??

Hmmm sorry pal, I think you may be stuffed. I have had the same problem with some of my apps, that don't seem to work anymore ie they load, but then just crash out.

Can i copy latest iPhone software update to another computer?

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iPad
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Can't restore 3G - "iPhone software update server could not be contacted"

my phone was stolen and subsequently returned to me. an incorrect passcode was inserted on numerous occassions by the thief and this action has subsequently blocked my phone.
it no longer accepts my original passcode.
i've managed to get the phone in to recovery mode but when i try and restore it, i get a message saying: "The iPhone software update server could not be contacted. The network connection timed out."
i proceeded to installed the latest version of iTunes; and turned off my firewall. i also rebooted the computer - to no avail.
Please help!

yeah, i've done that too. i'm getting a message that says "coreFoundation.dll was not found" so i'm downloading it right now...
hope that works - fingers crossed!
thanks for your help!

Upgrading iPhone software 3.0 through iTunes but won't update

I've been trying to update my iPhone software to 3.0 through iTunes on my home PC, but it keeps giving me an error message saying that the "software update server cannot be contacted. Check internet connection or try again later." My internet connect is active/fine, have already downloaded the latest version of iTunes (8.2), so what's wrong???

I think I've figured this out.
Using another PC on a different network, which doesn't have a restrictive firewall, and the synch to Gmail contacts worked...
I didn't think it was a firewall problem, because in the original attempt, I even used Wireshark to sniff the network traffic for the synchronization traffic. I only saw http traffic to the google servers, and that's not restricted...so I must have missed something in the network trace, but my guess is that the firewall (a cisco 5500 series) was blocking the authentication traffic. Perhaps it uses imap or some other protocol besides http or https, which would have been allowed.
I also log all dropped traffic in a syslog, and didn't see any entries corresponding to the synch, but again, I may have missed something.
So, at any rate, it is now working and I'm pretty certain it was the cisco firewall policy that was the problem.

How can i upgrade Iphone software without having to spend £132 on Mac OS?

I have OS 10.4.11 and want to upgrade my iphone to new sw version but cant as I can only upgrade Itunes to version 9.1.1. on this OS.
Is there any way I can upgrade my Iphone without having the expense of upgrading my Mac OS (I would have to purchase the Mac Box set at £132)?
G

If you have an Intel Mac, all you need is the $29 upgrade disk. Regardless of what you might read or be told, the $29 upgrade disk will install a full copy of SL.

ITunes cannot upgrade iphone software.

Whenever I try and do an upgrade to my iPhone, iTunes seems to always get almost to the end of the update and then freezes. This has happened with version 10 and previous versions as well.
I am using Snow Leopard 10.6.4.
Do I need to re-install itunes? If so how?
Thanks and I look forward to your advice on this issue.

It depends on which iMac you have. If it is a PPC (G4 or G5) iMac you cannpt upgrade beyond Leopard 10.5.8, and you cannot synch with an iPhone 5.
If it an Intel iMac you need to first purchase Snow Leopard 10.6 and update iTunes:
Requirements for OS X 10.6 'Snow Leopard'
http://support.apple.com/kb/SP575
(NB: PowerPC applications can still be run in Snow Leopard using Rosetta, but they will not work in later versions of OS X.)
The OS 10.6 Snow Leopard install DVD is available for $19.99 from the Apple Store:
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC573/mac-os-x-106-snow-leopard
and in the UK:
http://store.apple.com/uk/product/MC573/mac-os-x-106-snow-leopard
When you have installed it, run Software Update to download and install the latest updates for Snow Leopard to bring it up to 10.6.8, or download the combo update from here:
http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1399
Check via Software Update whether any further updates are required, particularly to iTunes.
You should now see the App Store icon in iTunes, and you now need to set up your account:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4479
You can now upgrade to Mavericks OS 10.9 for free IF you have one of the following Macs, with not less than 2GB of RAM, and at least 8GB of available space on your hard drive:
iMac (Mid-2007 or later)
MacBook (13-inch Aluminum, Late 2008), (13-inch, Early 2009 or later)
MacBook Pro (13-inch, Mid-2009 or later), (15-inch, Mid/Late 2007 or later), (17-inch, Late 2007 or later)
MacBook Air (Late 2008 or later)
Mac Mini (Early 2009 or later)
Mac Pro (Early 2008 or later)
Xserve (Early 2009)
If you cannot run Mavericks you can purchase the code to use to download Lion from the App Store (Lion requires an Intel-based Mac with a Core 2 Duo, i3, i5, i7 or Xeon processor and 2GB of RAM, running the latest version of Snow Leopard):
http://store.apple.com/us/product/D6106Z/A/os-x-lion
or Mountain Lion:
http://store.apple.com/us/product/D6377Z/A/os-x-mountain-lion

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My iphone has a capacity of 14.28GB, with 12.02GB free so there should not be too much data to back up, yet it seems to be stuck in the back up phase.

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Help.

You might want to read through this forum:
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Look at the system preferences for iTunes 10.5.3. Are you running 10.5.x (Leopard) or later? If you are then please repost in the iTunes for Mac forum.

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Every time I try to upgrade to the latest version I get the following error message.
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