HT4623 hi, my i got iphone 4 and it does not have the option of software update on settings so how i can update my software

hi,
i have iphone 4 and i want to update the software and i there is no option of update the software in my phone

Follow the directions here:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
Once you update to iOS 6.1.3, the option in Settings will appear.

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    i just bought an iPad from a friend. I think is generation 1 or 2 not sure where to look for this. Bottom line, I would like to update it to iOS7. Is this possible?  It does not have the option for software update.

    Identify Your iPad
    http://www.ifixit.com/Info/ID-your-iPad
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    iOS 5: 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
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    Tip 2 - If you're updating via wifi, place your iPad close to your router to preclude getting a corrupted download.
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    The iOS 7.0 update requires around 2.5 GB of storage space, so if your iPad is almost full, you may need to clear up some space. You can check your available space in Settings -> General -> Usage.
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     Cheers, Tom

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  • HT4623 in settings and then general i do not have the option of software update...? How do I know if I am on IOS6 I also seem to be having trouble trying to use icloud i think this is because my apple id is not in the form of an email address...? can anyo

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    stell80 wrote:
    in settings and then general i do not have the option of software update...?
    That is only present if you have already updated to iOS 5 or later.  If you're on iOS 4 you can only update while connected to your computer's iTunes.
    stell80 wrote:
    How do I know if I am on IOS6
    Settings/ General/ About
    stell80 wrote:
    I also seem to be having trouble trying to use icloud i think this is because my apple id is not in the form of an email address...? can anyone help
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    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972

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    gemsmobiletans wrote:
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    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
    OR...
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    See the Using iTunes Section Here...
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    Make sure you have the Latest Version of iTunes Installed
    iTunes free download from www.itunes.com/download
    Note:
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