HT4623 Don't have "software update" option. How do I get ios5 on ipad

Don't have "software update" option. How do I get ios5 on ipad

The Settings > General > Software Update option only appears when you have iOS 5+ installed, if you have iOS 4 or earlier on it then you will need to do the update via your computer's iTunes.
Connect the iPad to your computer's iTunes and copy any purchases off the iPad to your computer via File > Transfer Purchases (File > Devices > Transfer Purchases if you are on iTunes 11). You may also want to copy photos and any important documents off the iPad as well e.g. via the file sharing section at the bottom of the device's apps tab when connected to iTunes, via wifi, email, dropbox etc - they should be included in the backup, but it's best to have a copy of them outside of the backup just in case. You can then force a backup of the iPad by right-clicking the iPad 'Device' on the left-hand side of iTunes and selecting 'Backup'.
Then start the update by selecting the iPad on the left-hand side of iTunes, and on the Summary tab on the right-hand side clicking the Check For Updates button
Updating to iOS 5+ : http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
An iPad 2 will update to iOS 6.0.1 (which is the only version that is 'signed' by Apple), so you will lose the built-in YouTube app and the Maps app will change.

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  • HT4623 Don't have software update in my general settings why?

    Don't have software update in my general settings, why? And whatever I try my iPhone won't let me update software. Suggestions

    The Settings > General > Software Update option only appears when you have iOS 5+ installed, if you have iOS 4 then you will need to do the update via your computer's iTunes.
    Connect the iPad or iPhone to your computer's iTunes and copy any purchases off the device to your computer via File > Transfer Purchases. You may also want to copy photos and any important documents off the device as well e.g. via the file sharing section at the bottom of the device's apps tab when connected to iTunes, via wifi, email, dropbox etc - they should be included in the backup, but it's best to have a copy of them outside of the backup just in case. You can then force a backup of the device by right-clicking the iPad/iPhone 'Device' on the left-hand side of iTunes and selecting 'Backup'.
    Then start the update by selecting the device on the left-hand side of iTunes, and on the Summary tab on the right-hand side clicking the Check For Updates button
    Updating to iOS 5+ : http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972

  • HT4623 I don't have software update option in my general settings how I will have to update?

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    Go back to the article you asked this question from, ignore the instructions for updating it wirelessly, scroll down, and follow those for updating it from iTunes on a computer.
    An iPhone 3G can't be updated past 4.2.1.
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  • HT4623 I don't have software update option in the general folder in iPad 2

    How to upgrade iPad 2 version to ios5

    See the chart below to determine whether you can upgrade your device and what you can upgrade to.
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         Device                                       iOS Verson
    iPhone 1                                      iOS 3.1.3
    iPhone 3G                                   iOS 4.2.1
    iPhone 3GS                                 iOS 6.1
    iPhone 4                                      iOS 6.1
    iPhone 4S                                    iOS 6.1
    iPhone 5                                      iOS 6.1
    iPod Touch 1                               iOS 3.1.3
    iPod Touch 2                               iOS 4.2.1
    iPod Touch 3                               iOS 5.1.1
    iPod Touch 4                               iOS 6.1
    iPod Touch 5                               iOS 6.1
    iPad 1                                          iOS 5.1.1
    iPad 2                                          iOS 6.1
    iPad 3                                          iOS 6.1
    iPad 4                                          iOS 6.1
    iPad Mini                                     iOS 6.1
    Select the method most appropriate for your situation.
    Upgrading iOS
       1. How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch
       2. iPhone Support
       3. iPod Touch Support
       4. iPad Support
         a. Updating Your iOS to Version 6.0.x from iOS 5
              Tap Settings > General > Software Update
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         c. Resolving update problems
            1. iOS - Unable to update or restore
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  • HT4623 don't have software update in general settings on my ipod touch

    Can you tell me if i can upgrade to ios5 have ipod touch version 4.3.2 (8h7)

    That option comes with iOS 5.
    To update
    Connect the iPod to your computer and update via iTunes
    iTunes 10 for Windows: Update and restore software on iPod, iPhone, or iPad
    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)
    A 2G to 4.2.1. Requires iTunes version 10.X. That requires a Mac with OSX 10.5.8 or later. With 1OSX 10.4.11 you can only go to iTunes 9.X which gets you as high as iOS 4.1
    A 3G to 5.1.1  Requires iTunes version 10.5 or later
    A 4G to 6  Requires iTunes version 10.7 or later. That requires a Mac with OSX 10.6.8 or later
    Identifying iPod models
    iOS 4: Updating your device to iOS 5 or later

  • HT4623 Iphone 3g has no update setting how can i get ios5 for icloud

    I have no update setting on my iphone3g.  i received an ipad for Xmas. Need to update phone to ios5 to use icloud. Can and how do I do this? I'm a senior trying to figure this stuff out. I admit, I'm out of my realm. Any easy tutorials?

    Iphone 3g can only go as high as 4.2.1, if you are on 3.0.1, then connect to itunes and click on check for updates, then update. To go any higher than ios 4.2.1 you will have to get a newer phone.
    And if your wanting to use icloud on your phone to sync with your ipad, then again, you will have to buy at least an iphone 4 or above to get ios 5.0.

  • HT4623 My iPad does not have Software Update option??  How do I update to iOS5?

    My iPad does not have Software Update option?  How do I update to higher versions???

    If you have an iPad 1, the max iOS is 5.1.1. For newer iPads, the current iOS is 6.1. The Settings>General>Software Update only appears if you have iOS 5.0 or higher currently installed.
    iOS 4: Updating your device to iOS 5 or Later
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
    How to install iOS 6
    http://www.macworld.com/article/2010061/hands-on-with-ios-6-installation.html
    iOS: How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4623
    If you are currently running an iOS lower than 5.0, connect the iPad to the computer, open iTunes. Then select the iPad under the Devices heading on the left, click on the Summary tab and then click on Check for Update.
    Tip - If connected to your computer, you may need to disable your firewall and anitvirus software temporarily.  Then download and install the iOS update. Be sure and backup your iPad before the iOS update. After you update an iPad (except iPad 1) to iOS 6.x, the next update can be installed via wifi (i.e., not connected to your computer).
    Tip 2 - If you are updating using wifi, locate your iPad close to your router so you don't get a wifi dropout (can cause update corruption).
     Cheers, Tom

  • HT4623 I don't have "software update" under my general settings. How do I update my iPhone4 iOS?

    Hi. I have an iphone4 and can't update my iOS. I don't have "software update" as a option under general settings. How do I update my phone?

    If you are using iOS 4 (or earlier) there is no Software Update in Settings. That feature was first added in iOS 5.
    To update you will have to connect your iPhone to iTunes on a computer (preferably the one you sync with and backup to).
    See here: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972

  • HT4623 How to update if I don't have software update in my settings

    How to update if I don't have software update in my settings

    By doing it from a computer as described in the 'Update your device using iTunes' section of that article.
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  • HT4623 My iPod don't have software update link under general menu? How do you update the latest version

    My iPod don't have software update link under general tab How do you update the latest version?

    To update
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    Connect the iPod to your computer and update via iTunes as far as your model allows
    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)
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    A 4G to 6  Requires iTunes version 10.7 or later. For a Mac, that requires a Mac with OSX 10.6.8 or later
    Identifying iPod models

  • HT4623 General Settings in my iphone 4 doesn't have software update option.  Why?

    General Settings in my iphone 4 doesn't have software update option.  Can anyone tell me why and how to put the option in?

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  • Im using iphone 4 uk unlock , it has ios 4.2.1 and it does not have software update option.Now i want to update the phone with latest ios is it possible and tel me how ?

    Im using iphone 4 uk unlock , it has ios 4.2.1 and it does not have software update option.Now i want to update the phone with latest ios is it possible and tel me how ?

    The update to iOS 5.0 & higher is an erase/restore deal, so make sure you follow the directions here to update your phone:
    http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4972
    iOS 7.0.4 will be installed.

  • I have an old 1 phone 3 gs and need to update to ios software but when enter settings , general on phone there is no " software Update " option - how can i update to later version of ios ?

    I have an 1 phoe 3gs and need to download newer version of IOS but when n settings , general - there is no Software Update option - how can i update to a leter version of IOS ?
    THANKS

    Update it from iTunes on a computer as described at the bottom of this article; devices running an iOS version prior to 5.0 can't be updated straight from the device. It will be updated to the newest iOS release supported by the device’s hardware.
    The maximum iOS version for the fourth generation iPod touch and iPhone 3GS is 6.1.3.
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  • I Phone 4 how do I get iOS if I don't have Software Update under my General settings

    I Phone 4 how do I get iOS if I don't have Software Update under my General settings

    You can only due an OTA update if your on IOS 5 or higher.  If not connect your phone with itunes and itunes should read that your phone needs to be updated.  suggest doing a backup of your phone prior to updating.

  • HT4623 I don't have software updates in my iphone setting

    I don't have software updates in my iphone

    The software update setting on the phone requires iOS 5 or later.  See this to update your phone:
    iOS 4: Updating your device to iOS 5 or later

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