How to revert to older version of iTunes

I'm always apprehensive of updating iTunes to newer versions.
Just bought an iPhone 5 64GB and I'd like to sync it with music.
My older phone (32 GB 3GS) had complications when I first bought it, so I'd chosen never to update IT or my iTunes since.
The 3GS is still running on an older version (3.1.3 [7E18]) and it's been amazing through my 3 years of use.
The version of iTunes I'm running is 10.3.1 from back in 2011 (I believe) and I'm quite happy with it.
My iPods AND iPhone have given me no problems these past few years.
In order to sync my new phone, I'm expecting that iTunes will require the update.
So... Is there a way to SAVE my current version of iTunes (10.3.1) in case the current one is not to my liking?
I was hoping to save a copy of it to a USB key.
I'd also appreciate instruction on how to revert back to this older version if I need to later.
I'm using a MacBook Pro with Mac OS X Version 10.5.8
2.53 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 4 GB 1067 MHz DDR3
Thanks in advance, and have a Safe & Happy New Year!

You can restore much of the look & feel of the previous version with these shortcuts:
ALT to temporarily display the menu bar
CTRL+B to show or hide the menu bar
CTRL+S to show or hide the sidebar
CTRL+/ to show or hide the status bar (won't hide for me on Win XP)
Click the magnifying glass top right and untick Search Entire Library to restore the old search behaviour
Use View > Hide <Media Kind> in the cloud or Edit > Preferences > Store and untick Show iTunes in the cloud purchases to hide the cloud items. The second method eliminates the cloud status column (and may let iTunes start up more quickly)
If you don't like having different coloured background & text in the Album view use Edit > Preferences > General and untick Use custom colours for open albums, movies, etc.
If you still feel the need to roll back to iTunes 10.7 first download a copy of the 32 bit installer or 64 bit installer as appropriate, uninstall iTunes and supporting software, i.e. Apple Application Support & Apple Mobile Device Support. Reboot. Restore the pre-upgrade version of your library database as per the diagram below (click on it to enlarge), then install iTunes 10.7.
See iTunes Folder Watch for a tool to scan the media folder and catch up with any changes made since the backup file was created.
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I have a new windows laptop and would like to install the older version of iTunes, since there are so many problems with the new one. I tried installing the latest version and correct the problems with it, but after hours of frustration and reading and trying this and that, nothing is working for me! I give up and just want the old iTunes, or please tell me how soon will a new trouble free version be available?

For general advice see Troubleshooting issues with iTunes for Windows updates.
The steps in the second box are a guide to removing everything related to iTunes and then rebuilding it which is often a good starting point unless the symptoms indicate a more specific approach. Review the other boxes and the list of support documents further down page in case one of them applies.
Your library should be unaffected by these steps but there is backup and recovery advice elsewhere in the user tip.
If you've already tried a complete uninstall and reinstall try opening iTunes in safe mode (hold down CTRL+SHIFT) as you start iTunes, then going to Edit > Preferences > Store and turing off Show iTunes in the Cloud purchases. You may find iTunes will now start normally.
Or see the Further Information area of Troubleshooting issues with iTunes for Windows updates and try the tip about rolling back to the most recent version of iTunes that worked for you.
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how can i remove old versions of itunes from my macbook air

Welcome to Apple Communities
When you update iTunes, older versions are replaced. If you didn't update, go to Software Update

Reverting to older versions of iTunes

Hey, just wondering if anyone knows the best method of reverting to a previous version of iTunes. I really hate how the new one (7.3) orders the artists by now putting # numbers last not first and anything with 'A' before it, ordered under the next letter (e.g. A Perfect Circle now under 'P' not 'A'). I dont know if I should open the iTunes file and choose 'Remove' it and re install an older version, but just worried about music being wiped from iTunes and having to re add all of it, which has happened and isn't fun. If anyone has anything on that, much appreciated.
Thanks
Windows XP

I've got the same question - how can I revert to a preview version, and will I keep my library?
I've got 7.3.2 now and it *****!!
The whole music stuttering issue is back and it's SLOW! Both in recognizing I've hooked up my iPod as well as with syncing and ejecting it again. Just when they improved that.. grumble!!!
(sorry to complain in your topic, but this is really really annoying me).
Anyway, the 2 previous version were running a lot smoother and faster, so I too would like to know how to backtrack.
Or an even better alternative: I really wish Apple would get their act together and get everything to WORK.

Problems reverting to older version of Itunes

Hello,
Ever since I updated Itunes to 10.2.2 it has had loads of problems. The most obvious is when i try to scroll through my library the information from the genius bar gets all jumbled up with it. I hoped to fix this problem by using time machine to revert to the older version. However when I attempt to do this I get an error saying I dont have sufficient privileges for Itunes. I am the only account on this machine so I should have privileges for everything. Does any one know a solution to this?

"The installer has encountered an unexpected error installing this package. This may indicate a problem with this package. The error code is 2349."
What does this mean
... There's been a bunch of unusual error message codes in the 2300-range reported here lately. According to Microsoft, that's a "Copy resumed with different info":
http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/aa372835(VS.85).aspx
... and a search through some information on other packages that might get it during installs suggests the installers might indeed be damaged.
I'd first investigate the possibilities that Katrina is describing and asking you about.

How to revert to older version of imovie

I updated to imovie 10.0.2 and I hate it! How can I go back to the older version?

Look in your Applications folder. You probably have the old version still there.
But honestly, the new version is pretty nice. It takes some getting used to because it does some things differently, but a trip to youtube.com will likely answer your questions.

How to revert to older version of ipod software

The latest 1.0.3 iPod upgrade screwed up my iPod. Some artists don't show up under the Artists, All Artists or Genre menus. I have to go under All Albums or All songs under a submenu to find them. In iTunes things are fine, and when I connect my iPod and browse the music on the iPod using iTunes, things are fine. It's only on the iPod things are screwed up. I've tried changing the MP3 tag information on the names, genre, etc. numerous times to no avail.
And only since 1.0.3.
Is there a way to revert to the prior (I assume 1.0.2) version of iPod software? Resetting the iPod stupidly puts back 1.0.3 again. I don't see where I can download 1.0.2 or any iPod version anywhere.
Raul

Well. go to http://spr33.co.uk/wp/archives/downgrading-apple-ipod-firmware-102-101 and dolwload the "iPod_24.1.0.1.ipsw" then press the shift button when clicking restore locat the file and then you are downgrading!
The problem is I could only find 1.0.1! I'm serching for 1.0.2 right now!

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I uploaded IOS7 to my iphone and now it wont sync with my computer because the Itunessoftware is outdated. However, when I try to get the newest Itunes platform it says I needed 10.8. I still onlyh have 10.3. How can I get the 10.8 so I can get the 11.1 ?

If you have Mac OS X 10.6.3, run the Software Update pane of System Preferences.
If you have Mac OS X 10.5.3 on an Intel Mac, buy a Mac OS X 10.6 DVD from the online Apple Store.
If you have Mac OS X 10.3, 10.4.3, or 10.5.3 on a PowerPC Mac, you can't.
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When trying to update my version of iTunes on my PC with Windows 7, I receive the error message "The older version of iTunes cannot be romoved". How do I correct this problem without losing all the music that I have in iTunes on my PC?

(1) Download the Windows Installer CleanUp utility installer file (msicuu2.exe) from the following Major Geeks page (use one of the links under the thingy on the Major Geeks page):
http://majorgeeks.com/download.php?det=4459
(2) Doubleclick the msicuu2.exe file and follow the prompts to install the Windows Installer CleanUp utility. (If you're on a Windows Vista or Windows 7 system and you get a Code 800A0046 error message when doubleclicking the msicuu2.exe file, try instead right-clicking on the msicuu2.exe file and selecting "Run as administrator".)
(3) In your Start menu click All Programs and then click Windows Install Clean Up. The Windows Installer CleanUp utility window appears, listing software that is currently installed on your computer.
(4) In the list of programs that appears in CleanUp, select any iTunes entries and click "Remove", as per the following screenshot:
(5) Quit out of CleanUp, restart the PC and try another iTunes install. Does it go through properly this time?

I have an older version of itunes stuck on my computer and because of an apparent pathway missing it wont let me uninstall and reinstall the newer itunes....anyone know how to fix this issue?

I have an older version of itunes stuck on my computer and because of an apparent pathway missing it wont let me uninstall and reinstall the newer itunes....anyone know how to fix this issue?

What's the precise text of that message please, jeremy? (There's a few different ones I can think of that you might be getting.)

I have an older version of iTunes on my office computer and it will not let me update to the current version without an administrative password. How can I get around this??

I have an older version of iTunes on my office computer and it will not allow me to upgrade to the newer version without an administrative password. How can I get around this???

If you have an iBook G4, (PPC) you can't do much.
But if that is a MacBook (intel) you may be able to
upgrade the OS X, if the hardware is up to it...
Since there were about nine different build models
of MacBook (not powerpc iBook) to identify what
one you have would be the first step to knowing
what OS X and RAM upgrades it could use.
If the computer is not already at OS X 10.6.8,
it can't go online to get or use OS X 10.7.5. So,
when you more accurately describe the 'Book,
detailed information is available.
When you find the serial number, there is a web
page that can be used to identify by serial no.
http://www.powerbookmedic.com/identify-mac-serial.php
That'd be a first step. Or even the Model number
which should be visible on the outer case by hinge.
Good luck & happy computing!

Can not update iTunes because I have iMac with 10.5.8 . How I will sync my iphone 6.0 with an older version of iTunes on my iMac???? There is no update for the software of my iMac and no update for the iTunes.... So how can I sync????

Can not update iTunes because I have iMac with 10.5.8 . How I will sync my iphone 6.0 with an older version of iTunes on my iMac???? There is no update for the software of my iMac and no update for the iTunes.... So how can I sync????

Requirements for iPhone 5:
Syncing with iTunes on a Mac or PC requires:
Mac: OS X v10.6.8 or later
PC: Windows 7; Windows Vista; or Windows XP Home or Professional with Service Pack 3 or later
iTunes 10.7 or later
The highest version of iTunes you can install is 10.6.3 which will not sync with the iPhone 5.
Roger Wilmut1 wrote:
It's always a good idea to check the requirements before purchasing.
The person I spoke with at 1-800-MY-APPLE gave me totally different info...she said the iPhone 5 would in fact sync with the older version of iTunes and that I could restore from my previous iPhone 4 backup and also bring in my music that way. Hmmm....
I'm inclined to go by the published specs, but now I have to jump thru a bunch of hoops I wasn't expecting to.

How do I use a newer iTunes library on an older version of iTunes?

I have an iTunes Library on my MacBook Pro running iTunes 11.1..5. I want to copy the library to my older G5 PowerPC with an older version of iTunes which has recently had a new drive installed (because of the old drive failing) and new Leopard System (the limit for the G5).
It seems I cannot just copy it to the G5 because I get a message like "cannot open iTunes Library because it is a newer version" or somethihng like that. It suggests updating iTunes but iTunes is upgraded to the max on the G5..
How can I convert my iTunes Library to run on the older version of iTunes? There are several suggestions available online, but none of them seem to fix the problem.
Anyone know how to fix this? My iTunes Library is extensive and I cannot even entertain the thought of reloading all that music and video!

In the iTunes folder on the G5...
Delete the file iTunes library.itl.
Move the iTunes library.xml (or iTunes Music library.xml) to the desktop.
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iTunes menu File > Library > Import playlist and select the iTunes library.xml you moved to the desktop.
You can then delete the file on the desktop.

How can I remove an older version of iTunes ao I can download 10.3.1?

How can I remove an older version of iTunes from my PC in order to down load 10.3.1?

You shouldn't need to. Just update the iTunes application or download the newest version from here.
http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/
B-rock

Download older version o itunes now it won't open, how do i fix this? i just uninstall the newer version

i download a ring tone maker, but am tying toadd it to my phone in itunes an it doesnt work, i read that i can unnistall the newe version of itunes an install the older version, i did that but when i try to open i tunes it gives me this messgage "the file itunes library cannot be read because it was created by a newe version of itunes" how do i fix this to use the older version of itunes the 10 something is worthless.

Try following steps and test one at a time:
1. Restart computer, right mouse click iTunes icon and select "Run As Administrator"
2. If that does not work, check to see if this file APSDaemon.exe is the problem here.
Close your iTunes.
Press Ctrl-Alt-Del key and choose Task Manager. In the "Processes" Tab, select the file APSDaemon.exe and click End Prosses button, then close the task manager window.
Now open itunes and see if it is working?
If that works, to prevent having to do the same process everytime you restart Windows, go to. START button, type in
MSCONFIG
Hit ENTER
Click STARTUP Tab, Uncheck "Apple Push", click OK.
Restart Windows.
3. If that fails or you don't see ApsDaemon.exe in the Processes, refer to following article to remove SC files:
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS2363
4. If that fails, repair or reinstall your Quicktime. START / CONTROL PANEL / PROGRAMS N FEATURES / hightlight QUICKTIME and click REPAIR.

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