Cant update to  ios 5 as itunes say's its up to date when it is ios 4.2.1 help please

cant update to  ios 5 as itunes say's its up to date when it is ios 4.2.1 help please

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iPhone 3G can be updated to iOS 4.2.1, so you use an iPhone 3G

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    Hi Peter,
    Thank you for the note - I have seen similar replies on other posting errors and I see how that could make sense. The thing is, my iPhone is not jailbroken - it is from an authorized distributor. However, when I told them about the "no service" problem on the sim, they were unable to assist. Then my phone messaged that an itunes restore was required - so I did that, several times, to the error message now noted on my post. I wonder if there is some other way to over-write this message? Thanks very much.

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    Does anyone know how to fix this? I tried to install the apps again but I have to buy them. I don't want to pay again. They also disappeared from my iTunes in the computer. =(
    During the update, I had to restore the phone once, but I saw that it backed up all my data when I first plugged it in. I don't know what could have happened. Help please!

    All iTunes content on your iPhone - all music, movies, tv shows, and 3rd party apps should be in your iTunes library on your computer. iTunes content in your iTunes library cannot be erased when syncing an iPod, iPad, or iPhone, or when installing an iPhone firmware update. Regardless, it is a good idea to include your iTunes library with your computer's backup along with all other important data stored on an external drive or some other external media used for backup purposes only.
    Did you have Sync Apps selected under the Apps tab for your iPhone sync preferences with iTunes? If so, after downloading an app with your iPhone the app will be copied to your iTunes library automatically the first time you sync your iPhone with iTunes after doing so.
    No iTunes content on your iPhone - no music, movies, tv shows, podcasts, or 3rd party apps is included with your iPhone's backup, which is updated by iTunes as the first step during the iTunes sync process.
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    When i try to update my Iphone 4 to IOS 5, it does it back up etc and then comes up with a message saying there is an internal error.
    I have the most recent version of Itunes, have tried re starting my mac, turning my iphone off and on, still the same message.
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    And that message is exactly what? What system? What update? You need to be a lot more specific and provide more info.
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  • HT4623 i want to update my ipod touch but it says i am up to date when i no its not

    i have a ipod that has not been used for a while but i now want to start and use it but i've tried to up date it but it says it is but it is using ios 3. please help any one ....

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    iOS: How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
    A 1G iPod can go to iOS 2.2 via iTunes and iOS 3.1.3 via
    Purchasing iOS 3.1 Software Update for iPod touch (1st generation)                   
    https://buy.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZFinance.woa/wa/touchLegacyLandingPage
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    i cant update my ios... it says this device isn't eligible for the request

    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS4451

  • I cant update ipod to I0S5 from Itunes always saying that its timed out

    I cant update ipod to I0S5 from Itunes always saying that its timed out, I have tried updating numerous times still no luck

    Disabling the computer's security software during the download and update usually resolves that error.

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    I cant update my Ipod classic with Itunes it is related to Windows installer is not done correctly.

    Sounds like you need to repair the Windows Installer Service.
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  • HT4972 Why i cant update my iOS to iOS 6

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    What have you tried?  Connect your iPad to the computer with
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    for updates and iTunes should handle the rest. If using a Windows
    computer, you may need to temporarily disable your anti-virus and
    firewall for the update to succeed. If you have any problem, please
    post back with the exact wording of any error message and someone
    will answer. Once you have updated to iOS 6, future updates can
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  • Cant update from ios 6 beta 4 to GM

    Keeps saying software is up to date when i check wirelessly and through iTunes. 
    Does anyone know how to get round this issue?

    To update from ios 6 Beta 4 to GM you need to follow these steps:
    1. Connect Iphone to computer with itunes running.
    2. Turn of iphone
    3. Hold down off button for 3 second
    4. While holding down off button hold the home button for 10 seconds
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  • Unable to update to ios 5 on windows 7. please can someone help me i have tried everything? i deleted itunes and downloaded the new version when i plug my iphone 4 in it does a back and then I try and update the software it extracts error 3194

    unable to update to ios 5 on windows 7. please can someone help me i have tried everything? i deleted itunes and downloaded the new version when i plug my iphone 4 in it does a back and then I then everything runs normal and it extracts and then i get an error code at the end 3197. had the iphone for two months and its new.
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    followed someones instructions and it has worked ios 5 is now working on my iphone 4

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  • I am trying to update my phone. And it says it's up to date with 7.1 something but I want IOS 8?

    I am trying to update my phone. And it says it's up to date with 7.1 something but I want IOS 8?

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  • I can't download the latest itunes (I need to for my phone) because it says I need an updated OS version, but my computer says everything is up to date. Help?

    I can't download the latest itunes (I need to for my phone) because it says I need an updated OS version, but my computer says everything is up to date. Any help?

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  • I updated my iphone 3g to ios4.2.1 ... the update was succesful but nw itunes says that sim card inserted in this phone is not acceptable and also states that on;y compatible sim from supported carrier is acceptable !!! kindly suggest ...

    i updated my iphone 3g to ios4.2.1 ... the update was succesful but nw itunes says that sim card inserted in this phone is not acceptable and also states that on;y compatible sim from supported carrier is acceptable !!! kindly suggest ...

    horsie10 wrote:
    i bought my iphone in USA and im using it in india .... kindly hellp me how can i resolve this problem !!!
    It has NEVER been possible to purchase an unlocked iPhone 3G in the US. Your phone was hacked. Updating it has re-locked it to AT&T. AT&T will NOT unlock iPhones for any reason.
    The phone is now useless to you. There is no legitimate way to fix this. Buy a new phone. Preferably in India.

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