HT4623 How do you update the ios on IPHONE3?

Hi,
On my IPHONE3 there is no functionality of 'UPDATE SOFTWARE' as per the instruction.
Is there any other way to update it?
Cheers,
Dee

If your iDevice is using a version of iOS lower than 5, you will need to use iTunes on your syncing computer to perform the upgrade. Use the Apple link below as a guide for the upgrade.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
Also read the instructions from the section entitled "Update your device using iTunes" at the link below.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4623
Information regarding transferring purchases from your iDevice to iTunes on your syncing computer can be found at the link below.
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1848
NOTE: The iPhone 3G can not be upgraded beyond iOS 4.2.1.

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