How do you update iphone 3g to ios 5?

I just restored my iphone 3G in the process of updating from 4.2.1 to ios 5. After restor it didn't ask to update to ios 5, it asked to set up as new iphone or sync what was backed up. Do I need to set up as new iphone in order to update to version 5?

I have an iphone 3gs and ive tryed to buy ringtones on my iphone but when i go to buy one it says "Tones are not available on this device. a device that can run ios 5.0 or later is required" So i put into google " download ios 5.0" bit its not working and i can't find anywhere on itunes the download button to download it. its just telling me the features. please help xxx

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    how do you update Iphone 3GS?

    tineamarie wrote:
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    If you have iOS 4... See Here...
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
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    austin bowden wrote:
    hi guys how do you update you ipod touch 4th generation software to ios 5?
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    I really want to update the software of my 3gs (currently running ios 4.1). If anyone knows how to, plz reply asap.
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    (102937)

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    i had a problem when i update iphone 3gs from ios 5.1.1 to 6.1. How could i fix it?. I can active my phone?help me, please!

    Well we need to know what your problem is if you want someone to offer a solution for you

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