HT4623 my ipod doesn't display "software update" in settings

I have an ipod touch 3rd generation, and want to update it.  When I go into my settings, then to general, there is not a "software update" option.  Can I change that?  or is it because my itouch is too old?

See:
iOS 4: Updating your device to iOS 5 or later
You need itunes 10.5 or later on your computer.

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  • HT4623 My iPod doesn't have, software update in the general settings and I don't know how to get iOS 5. I'm so confused! How do I do it then?!?!

    My iPod will not update! In the settings it doesn't have software update and I don't know last time it was updated! I need help because I want this to be updated! Somebody please help!

    To update
    The Settings>General>Software Update comes with iOS 5 and later.
    Connect the iPod to your computer and update via iTunes as far as your iPod 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)
    https://buy.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZFinance.woa/wa/touchLegacyLandingPage
    A 2G to 4.2.1. Requires iTunes version 10.X. If a Mac it requires OSX 10.5.8 or later. With OSX 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. For a Mac, that requires a Mac with OSX 10.6.8 or later
    Identifying iPod models

  • HT4623 My iPod doesn't show "software update" in the settings? What do I do?

    I want to update my iPod to iOS5 but when I go toy settings I don't have the option of software update. How can I upgrade it??

    - Transfer iTunes purchases to the computer by
    iTunes Store: Transferring purchases from your iOS device or iPod to a computer
    - Transfer other music by using a third-party program like one of those discussed here:
    Copy music
    - You can also redownload iTunes purchases by:
    Downloading past purchases from the App Store, iBookstore, and iTunes Store
    - Connect the iPod to the computer and make a backup by right clicking on the iPOd under Devices in iTunes and select Back Up
    - Restore the iPod from that backup. This will also update the iOS.

  • 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
    The Settings>General>Software Update comes with iOS 5 and later.
    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)
    A 2G to 4.2.1. Requires iTunes version 10.X. If a Mac it requires OSX 10.5.8 or later. With OSX 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. For a Mac, that requires a Mac with OSX 10.6.8 or later
    Identifying iPod models

  • HT4623 My iPad does not have software update in settings? What can I do to get iOS 6?

    My iPad does not have software update in settings, what can I do to download iOS 6?

    If you have an iPad 1, the max iOS is 5.1.1. For newer iPads, the current iOS is 6.1.3. The Settings>General>Software Update only appears if you have iOS 5.0 or higher currently installed.
    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
    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're updating via wifi, place your iPad close to your router to preclude getting a corrupted download.
     Cheers, Tom

  • HT4623 my ipod does not say software update at all how do i update my ipod touch

    my ipod needs to be updated and i cant becuz it doesnt say software update on it anywhere...
    need help asap

    To update
    The Settings>General>Software Update comes with iOS 5 and later.
    Connect the iPod to your computer and update via iTunes as far as your iPod 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)       
    https://buy.itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZFinance.woa/wa/touchLegacyLandingPage
    A 2G to 4.2.1. Requires iTunes version 10.X. If a Mac it requires OSX 10.5.8 or later. With OSX 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. For a Mac, that requires a Mac with OSX 10.6.8 or later
    Identifying iPod models
    Only the 5G iPod can go to iOS 7

  • HT4623 My iPod does not say software update

    My iPod does not say software update

    To update
    The Settings>General>Software Update comes with iOS 5 and later.
    Connect the iPod to your computer and update via iTunes as far as your iPod 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)
    A 2G to 4.2.1. Requires iTunes version 10.X. If a Mac it requires OSX 10.5.8 or later. With OSX 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. For a Mac, that requires a Mac with OSX 10.6.8 or later
    Identifying iPod models

  • HT4623 My iPhone doesn't have software update.

    My iPhone doest have software updating ?

    Requires iOS 5.0 or higher to have that setting. If you don't have that setting, follow the directions in the support article you linked to to update your phone.

  • HT4623 my iPhone doesn't say "software update"

    How do I update my iPhone? I need ios 5.

    Software Update only appears in Settings with iOS 5 or later.  To update your iPhone connect to iTunes and select check for update.

  • HT4623 My ipad does not have "Software Update" under Settings/ General asit is an ipda 2 so how do I upgrade to iSO 5?

    I have an iPad 2 and I want to ugrade the sftware to iSO5. When following the instructions I am told to go to Settings / General/ Software Upgarde to then down load the Update. The iPad 2 does not have Software Update under General so how do I install iSO5?

    If you have an iPad 1, the max iOS is 5.1.1. For newer iPads, the current iOS is 6.0.1. For the iPad Mini the iOS is 6.0.2. The Settings>General>Software Update only appears if you have iOS 5.0 or higher currently installed.
    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
    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).
     Cheers, Tom

  • HT4623 My iPhone doesn't show software update under general info

    Can someone help me?

    The option to update without the computer (Over the air) was made available with iOS 5. 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

  • HT4623 My iPad doesn't have software update

    When i go into settings my iPad does not have an update software category. What do I do??

    Connect your iPad to iTune (computer) and Check for Updates. Backup before you proceed with update.
    http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee374/Diavonex/a12310c6040505d18fbb03256ceb7 0de.jpg

  • HT4623 My iPad doesn't show software update tab

    Am I screwed!?

    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.
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  • HT4623 My phone doesn't show software update mode. Why?

    I have I phone 4. Want to upgrade to IOS6. When I go to general. It does not show me any upgrade button to install. Why?

    Welcome to the Apple Support Communities
    It only appears on iOS 5 or newer. Connect your iPhone to the PC or Mac and iTunes will ask you to update to the most recent version

  • HT4623 My device doesn't have software update

    I winnaar NO Why my iPhone 3G DONT have the app software update

    That is only a feature of iOS 5 or later...
    You have iOS 4... Which is as high as an iPhone 3G will go... iOS 4.2.1 to be exact.

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