HT4623 where is the 'Update Software' button on iPhone 3?

Having found the page for software updates on apple info pages,
but where is the 'Update Software' button on an iPhone 3, then?

There isn't one on the iPhone 3G. That model can only be updated to iOS 4.2.1, & OTA updates require iOS 5.0 or higher.
You have to update an iPhone 3G using iTunes.

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  • HT4972 my iphone 3gs does not have the update software button how do i update the software

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    Pls help

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    I'm trying to sync my ipad over wifi, with my MAC, I have the updated software on my MAC, the ipad is up to dat 6.1.2.  I can follow all of the steps, but I can't find a SUMMARY button on the toolbar, nor do I receive the option to sync.  What am I doing wrong or what should I look for?  Thank You

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  • HT4623 i just update software in my iphone 3gs but at the end its not activating my iphone

    i have updated software in my iphone 3gs by plugging wire with my laptop but at the end its not activating so, i just want to know how can i activate software update 6.1.2 on my iphone 3gs

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  • HT4623 Now that iOS is consistently being updated.  Will the 1st Generation IPad be stuck with IOS 5?  Eventually my IPad will be good for nothing as Apps start requiring the updated software.

    Now that iOS is consistently being updated.  Will the 1st Generation IPad be stuck with IOS 5?  Eventually my IPad will be good for nothing as Apps start requiring the updated software.

    The iPad 1 can only be updated to iOS 5.1.1. This is unlikely to change.
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  • HT4623 Hi. I'm trying to update my iPod but the update software  option is not available. What should I do?

    Hi. I'm trying to update my iPod but the update software option is not available.
    Does anyone know what I should do?

    Liamatron wrote:
    Hi. I'm trying to update my iPod but the update software option is not available.
    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 3GS doesnt have the update software options so what do I do?

    3GS doesnt have the update software option under general settings..I want to update my version of itunes to be able to download the Times Mobile App..cant seem to do it..

    The feature you are looking for is available with iOS 5 or later. You will need to update your iPhone with iTunes on a Mac or PC.
    Hope that helps

  • HT4623 My phone does not have the Update SOftware option between About & Usage in General under Settings. How do I update it then?

    My phone does not have the Update SOftware option between About & Usage in General under Settings. How do I update it then?

    This is called Support a Community of users who are helping each other. Save the sarcasm or smart remarks. I read must of your answers to other people as well and you seam to have a pattern like a bully. Sorry that our questions are above you. If you have no helping comments save them for yourself. READ what support means, you should try it once in awhile.

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