HT4623 What do I do if software update is not an option in settings?

How do I upgrade operating system when I don't have the software upgrade choice in my settings area?

See
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 to your computer & click on the "Update your device using iTunes".
Tip - 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 to iOS 6.x, the next update can be installed via wifi (i.e., not connected to your computer).
 Cheers, Tom

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  • HT4623 I am trying to update an iPhone 4 but I can't follow the instructions above because "software update" is not an option under settings/general.  How can I update my phone?

    I am trying to update an iPhone 4 but I can't follow the instructions above because "software update" is not an option under settings/general.  How can I update my phone?

    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

  • HT4623 Software update is not available in the settings general

    Software update is not available in the settings>general

    That is only a feature of iOS 5 or later...
    If you have iOS 4... See Here...
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
    OR...
    Connect to iTunes on the computer you usually Sync with and “ Check for Updates “...
    If an Update Appears Install it... if not... you are up to date for your particular Device...
    See the Using iTunes Section Here...
    How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

  • HT4623 software update is not in my general settings and i am still on the same iPhone 4 settings?

    software update is not in my general settings and i am still on the same iPhone 4 settings?

    Read the article below.
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972

  • HT4623 What if there is no software update option in the settings of my iPhone 3s?

    What do I do if there is no software update option in the settings of my iphone 3GS?

    In order to update over the air you will need to be on IOS 5.0 or higher.
    For you to update your 3GS you will need to plug it to your computer and open itunes.  itunes should detect that your phone needs an upgrade, suggest doing a backup before updating.
    NOte if you hava an iphone 3G the highest IOS is 4.2.1

  • HT4623 Software updates is not showing in my settings?

    My settings does not show the software update tab and I need tp get latest updates. How do I do this?

    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).
    Tip 2 - If you're updating via wifi, place your iPad close to your router to preclude getting a corrupted download.
     Cheers, Tom

  • HT4539 trying to update my iphone 3 "software update" is not listed under my settings

    trying to update iphone 3 version 4.2.6.  "software update" missing from settings under general.

    Welcome to the Apple Community.
    Connect it to a computer and update via iTunes.

  • I need to update my software, but "software update" does not appear under General/settings.

    Any ideas? Thank you.

    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 to your computer's iTunes and copy any purchases off the iPad to your computer via File > Transfer Purchases. 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 1 will update to iOS 5.1.1, and an iPad 2 and 3 to iOS 6.0.1 (the first gen iPad doesn't support iOS 6). If it is an iPad 2 or 3 then iOS 6 will remove the built-in YouTube app and the Maps app will change - though google have app versions in the store.

  • I am trying to update my OS.... but Software Update is not shown in my Settings General screen.  Any ideas?

    I have a first gen iPad.  The manual says to open Settings>General>Software Update.
    I have Settings>General.... .but not Software Update shown....
    Any suggestion will be appreciated.

    Altogether now ....
    Transfer purchases.
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1848
    How to backup
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1766
    How to update your iPad
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4623

  • HT4623 What if doesn't say software update?

    Help me my iphone is so slow and I don't know sync it.

    Really?
    Use the cable that came in the box with the phone... One end plugs into your phone, the other end plugs into a USB port on your computer.
    Make sure you have the latest version of iTunes installed on your computer.
    http://www.apple.com/itunes

  • HT4623 software update is not an option underneath general settings.... ???

    I have an ipod touch version 4.3.3
    I would like to update the software to connect with my iphone 4s and use icloud.
    there is no softward update option under general settings.
    how can I update?

    Hi!
    you first you should update your device with iTunes in computer to iOS 5 then OTA (over the air) update button will be enable.
    for updating with computer:
    1- Download latest version of iTunes from here.
    2- connect your iPad to computer (iTunes).
    3- in left side (iTunes 10 or older) or in top right (iTunes 11 - latest version) your iPad will be apear.
    4- click on it. in summery tab you find update button.
    before using iTunes on computer please read the manual carefully or see here and find your own topic.

  • HT4623 Under "settings/general" "software updates" is not listed as an option.  So.... how do I get updates?

    Under "Settings/General"     "Software Updates" is not an option.  So........How do i get updates?

    Settings>General>Software Update if iPad is currently on IOS 5 and above.
    If your are using IOS 4, see below.
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972

  • HT4623 im having a problem updating my phone. it downloaded the first part but then when i hit install it says software update is not available at this time. what do i do ?

    im having a problem updating my phone. it downloaded the first part but then when i hit install it says software update is not available at this time. what do i do ?

    Does it say Try Again Later?  If so, try again later.    Worked for me on one device, later!  2 of my devices are being a bit more stubborn!

  • HT4623 When I go to settings General, software update is not one of the options. Now what do I do to update  my phone?

    When I go to settings>General, software update is not one of the options. Now what do I do to update  my phone?

    Read the entire article.
    Not just the first part.
    It tells you how to update via itunes:
    Learn about iOS: How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch 

  • HT4623 When i click on general settings, the software update does not seem to come up? It wont let me download any apps.

    When i click on general settings, the software update does not seem to come up? It wont let me download any apps.
    I Want to download i0s 5
    i have ipod touch 3rd gen

    You need to connect your iPod to iTunes on a computer and update from there.
    Before updating, I recommend that you create a backup first, using : http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1766
    Please note that iPod 3d generation only goes up to iOS 5.1.1
    To update the iPod, use: http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4623
    scroll down to the part that's about updating with iTunes.
    Good luck
    Stijn
    Message was edited by: jesterwylde

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