Does lion os need to be updated

do i need to update my operating system i have lion and now i think macs are at maverick?

You only need to update if you need to use software which requires it.
Whether or not you should update depends on if you have a backup and if the changes in Mavericks would benefit what you use the computer for.
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    This is your phone's operating temp range:
    Operating ambient temperature: 32° to 95° F (0° to 35° C)
    You exceed that range & you'll get that warning...you do nothing, & your phone will shut down to prevent damage. Easy to exceed that range while your phone is navigating & exposed to sun or another heat source.
    It is what it is.

  • HT201328 Does your iphone need to be updated to the newest OS to unlock it?

    I haven't updated my phone in about a year it seems because I didn't want the new changes.  So I think my OS is 5.1.1.  Anyways I got a code from ATT for an unlock which is useless since it sounds like I don't even need a code, however my phone won't unlock.  I have tried a few times to erase and restore my phone and nothing indicates an unlock.  So, could it be the OS? Or is there some other step I am missing?  thanks. 

    nikkap wrote:
    I haven't updated to the latest software because I didn't want my google maps to change to the new version they made with poorer directions.
    To each their own, but you can always install the Google Maps app.
    nikkap wrote:
    I also didn't want to lose battery charge quicker and didn't want certain functions to cease working like wifi which I've heard has been a problem.  It just seems that since my phone is so 'old' that updating it could cause more harm than good. 
    Nothing is further from the truth.  Installing updates does not cause hardware issues or hardware to stop working.  Anyone that tells you otherwise is completely ignorant.
    I (and millions of others) have installed iOS updates with little or no adverse affects.  The vast majority of issues that arise during an iOS update can be rectified with basic troubleshooting from the User's Guide.
    There is no legitimate reason to not update the iOS which adds new features and fixes security issues in iOS.
    nikkap wrote:
    My other problem is that someone proxied the call to ATT to obtain the unlock so I don't know exactly what happened and if in fact they did agree to unlock or perhaps lied instead or did something else.  But I don't have the account information for ATT since it's a group account so i'm SOL. 
    Well, there you go.  You need to contact AT&T or get the correct information and go to AT&T's website and request the unlock.
    There are no codes, as you've already found out.
    Once the unlock has been approved, AT&T will email you to let you know it has been processed and that the next step is to restore the device.

  • Does the MacBook need a Firmware update?

    Hi there,
    I was wondering if with this little beast we needs an Update regarding its CPU (Firmware).
    Thanks in advance guys.

    To run Boot Camp, no. For anything else… that's really up to the Apple-update Gods. Most Macs have at least one firmware update in their lifetimes.

  • Hey there! So I plugged in my ipod to my computer and it didn't show up where it normally does. I need to update my song list. How can I make it appear? It doesn't come up in Iphoto. A few days ago my sispluggeditintoanothercomputerbutidon'tknowwhatshedid

    Hey there! So I plugged in my ipod to my computer and it didn't show up where it normally does. I need to update my song list. How can I make it appear? It doesn't come up in iphoto either. A few days ago my sis plugged it into another computer but I don't know if she synched it to the other computer, and frankly, she won't remember. I have tried updating itunes, charging the ipod, restarting the ipod/computer, and the rest of what the apple site said to do. Ps I have the latest ipod touch
    I need help stat! Please help!

    I'd say your sister messed up and your iPod is toasted.
    Think about it...  She plugged it in to another computer, she doesn't remember what she did (yeah, right), and now your iPod is not being recognized by your computer... 
    Also take into consideration how old is your sister, and how much does she know about electronics?

  • My ipod touch needed to be updated so I did and now it won't turn on all it does is show the itunes icon and says toconnect it to itunes so I did and let it be updated and now it wont turn on and I tried resetting but nothing changed.

    My ipod touch needed to be updated so I did and now it won't turn on all it does is show the itunes icon and says toconnect it to itunes so I did and let it be updated and now it wont turn on and I tried resetting but nothing changed.

    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       

  • Canon Pixma MP 540 does not scan any longer after update mountain lion. printer works normally. Who can help.

    My Canon Pixma MP 540 does not scan any longer after update mountain lion. MP Navigator EX 2.0 starts and immediatley stops and comes with this message:
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    Hi
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  • Ever since i downloaded Lion i cant open my photobooth, it says it needs to be updated but i dont know how without opening it

    After downloading the new Lion, my photobooth doesnt open. I click it and it bounced on my dock then a screen pops up basically saying it needs to be updated but i dont know how to update it without opening up the app. What do i do?

    Saturday, from inside my pictures folder, I opened PhotoBooth for the first time since installing Lion.  The same message was given to me.  I said OK, or something, and it updated with the new app., icons etc. with no problems.  Wish I could help you more but I am a bit mystified as to why it didn't update with the Lion install in the first place?
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  • Trying to update apple tv (small black box).  how do i do update?  can't find system settings. i see system preferences no mac pro.  does apple tv need to be plugged into hdtv for the update or PC.  If PC, how?

    trying to update apple tv (small black box).  how do i do update?  can't find system settings. i see system preferences no mac pro.  does apple tv need to be plugged into hdtv for the update or PC.  If PC, how?

    You have to do it on the Apple TV itself while it's plugged into a TV so that you can see its screen.
    I quote
    How to update software on your Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation)
    Learn how to update the software on your Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation). It's always a good idea to have the latest software on your Apple TV.
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    Select Settings > General > Update Software. Apple TV checks for an available update; if one is available, a download message should appear.
    Click Download and Install to start the download process.
    Do not disconnect your Apple TV during the update process. The Apple TV status light may flash slowly during the update and restart process. This is expected behavior.

  • I have updated to Lion OK. Do I need to download updates to Pages and Numbers as well?

    I have updated to Lion OK.   Do I need to download updates to Pages and Numbers as well?

    Only if they show up in Software Update.

  • I have a G5 and bought and upgraded to osx 10.5.  now i need to upgrade to 10.5.6 or higher, but when i download and try to install, i get message "this volume does not meet requirements for this update".

    i am trying to sync an ipad to a power mac g5.  i bought and upgraded to osx 10.5 and have tried to download and 10.5.6 or higher, but i keep getting same message:  "you cannot install mac os x update on this volume.  this volume does not meet requirements for this update".  help!

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    iTunes 10.2 or later recommended
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    iTunes Store account
    Internet access
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  • Alas, I updated to Lion and need to remove Appleworks from laptop. What, besides the application (folder) else do I need to remove. I am putting items onto a CD so I may be able to work on a Leopard machine.

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  • Does my keynote 5.2 (09 installed from CD) need to be updated through the App Store?

    Does my keynote 5.2 (09 installed from CD) need to be updated through the App Store?

    Does that Tivo have the on demand icon?

  • Quick Question - how often does a device check-in to see if it needs an iOS update?

    simple question which i cant get an answer from Apple or the Normal discussion forums, so thought i woudl try the developer forums.
    how often does a device check-in to see if it needs an iOS update?
    and if its perodically (something like 7 days) would that explain why on two devices - one would show as the latest update being 7.0.4 and one shows 7.0.6?

    How ddid you ask Apple?
    This information is probably simply not disclosed.

  • Why does yosemite repeatedly require the java update?  I did it twice already but it keeps saying it needs the update.

    I updated my iMac to Yosemite the other day.  When I rebooted it brought up a message saying it needed a newer/updated Java something, so I went to the site to download it and then installed.  Today it asked for it again.  So I did it again, I watched it download and with the password, again, it updated and said it was successful.  Now when I open Safari it brings up the same message about needing the new Java software but I've done it twice already and it doesn't seem to find the file.  How do I get this to stop?  I am already wishing I had not made the jump to Yos

    Follow the official instructions to completely uninstall Java plugin:
    https://www.java.com/en/download/help/mac_uninstall_java.xml
    Then, if you don't need Java, don't reinstall it at all.  Having the Java plugin enabled in your web browser is a security risk and is rarely needed for any modern website.  I have not needed the Java plugin on a website in many years now and when I find a website that still uses it, I just don't use the website.
    If you do need Java for some reason, but not in the browser, then you can download the latest Java 8 version directly from Oracle:
    http://www.java.com/en/download/mac_download.jsp?locale=en
    Once it's installed, go to System Preferences > Java, click the Security tab, and then disable the "Enable Java content in the browser" option.  That will allow you to use desktop applications that use Java but keep you safe by disabling it in the browser.

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