HT4972 iOS 4.2.1 update to iOS 5 or later
How do you erase and restore your IPAD before completing update from 4.2.1 to iOS 5 or later?
You don't need to, that is done automatically by the update process - that statement at the top of that page is effectively just a warning that you should take a backup / copy any important content of the device before starting the update.
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HT4972 why can't I update my ipad to ios 4.3
I have an ipad model A1219 with ios 4.2.1 and would like to update to 4.3 to be able to install certain apps. Itunes is indicating there are no updates available at the moment. Does that mean that I can't do the update and that I'll have to stay with this ios?
Thank you very much for your help.If you have an iPad 1, the max iOS is 5.1.1. For newer iPads, the current iOS is 6.1. The Settings>General>Software Update only appears if you have iOS 5.0 or higher currently installed.
iOS 4: 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 -
HT4972 Why can't I update my iPad to iOS 5 or later?!
I can't find the icon software update on my iPad that helps me updating my iPad (2) to iOS 6 but I have on my iPhone 5
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 -
My Iphone 4S got broken and need to use old Iphone 3G.
I want to update IOS 4.2.1 on Iphone 3G to IOS 5 by using Itune. Itune said that IOS 4.2.1 is the latest. How can I update IOS 5 or later on Iphone3g?The iPhone 3G can not run anything higher than 4.2.1. It's obsolete.
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HT4972 Why can't I update my iPhone 3G to iOS 5
How could I update my iPhone 3G to iOS 5 or later to can use alots of features and apps are not working on my recent software
Sorry you can't. The highest IOS for a 3G i-phone is 4.2.1.
You would need to get an iphone 4S or higher to use those apps, that require a higher IOS. -
HT4972 Why can't i update my ipad to iOS 6 or higher?
I am trying to update my ipad form iOS 5.1.1 to six or higher, but it want let me. why?
If it's an iPad 1, then you cannot. See:
See the chart below to determine whether you can upgrade your device and what you can upgrade to. If you do not have a Software Update option present on your iDevice, then you are trying to upgrade to iOS 5 or higher. You will have to connect your device to your computer and open iTunes in order to upgrade.
IPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad iOS Compatibility Chart
Device iOS Verson
iPhone 1 iOS 3.1.3
iPhone 3G iOS 4.2.1
iPhone 3GS iOS 6.1.x
iPhone 4 iOS 7.1.x
iPhone 4S iOS 7.1.x
iPhone 5 iOS 7.1.x
iPhone 5c iOS 7.1.x
iPhone 5s iOS 7.1.x
iPod Touch 1 iOS 3.1.3
iPod Touch 2 iOS 4.2.1
iPod Touch 3 iOS 5.1.1
iPod Touch 4 iOS 6.1.x
iPod Touch 5 iOS 7.1.x
iPad 1 iOS 5.1.1
iPad 2 iOS 7.1.x
iPad 3 iOS 7.1.x
iPad 4 iOS 7.1.x
iPad Mini iOS 7.1.x
iPad Air iOS 7.1.x
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Select the method most appropriate for your situation.
Upgrading iOS
1. How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch
2. iPhone Support
3. iPod Touch Support
4. iPad Support
a. Updating Your iOS from iOS 5
Tap Settings > General > Software Update
If an update is available there will be an active Update button. If you are current,
then you will see a gray screen with a message saying your are up to date.
b. If you are still using iOS 4 — Updating your device to iOS 5 or later.
c. Resolving update problems
1. iOS - Unable to update or restore
2. iOS- Resolving update and restore alert messages -
HT4972 Why can't I update my ipad to ios 5? Don't have the update option.
I have the 4.3.3 version
You must connect to your computer and use iTunes:
See the chart below to determine whether you can upgrade your device and what you can upgrade to.
IPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad iOS Compatibility Chart
Device iOS Verson
iPhone 1 iOS 3.1.3
iPhone 3G iOS 4.2.1
iPhone 3GS iOS 6.1.x
iPhone 4 iOS 6.1.x
iPhone 4S iOS 6.1.x
iPhone 5 iOS 6.1.x
iPod Touch 1 iOS 3.1.3
iPod Touch 2 iOS 4.2.1
iPod Touch 3 iOS 5.1.1
iPod Touch 4 iOS 6.1.x
iPod Touch 5 iOS 6.1.x
iPad 1 iOS 5.1.1
iPad 2 iOS 6.1.x
iPad 3 iOS 6.1.x
iPad 4 iOS 6.1.x
iPad Mini iOS 6.1.x
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Select the method most appropriate for your situation.
Upgrading iOS
1. How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch
2. iPhone Support
3. iPod Touch Support
4. iPad Support
a. Updating Your iOS to Version 6.0.x from iOS 5
Tap Settings > General > Software Update
If an update is available there will be an active Update button. If you are current,
then you will see a gray screen with a message saying your are up to date.
b. If you are still using iOS 4 — Updating your device to iOS 5 or later.
c. Resolving update problems
1. iOS - Unable to update or restore
2. iOS- Resolving update and restore alert messages -
Re: iOS 5: Updating your device to iOS 6 or later.
Hey guys how do I update my Ipad 2 IOS5 to IOS6 ?
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
Tip - Be sure and backup your iPad before the iOS update.
Tip 2 - If you're updating via wifi, place your iPad close to your router to preclude getting a corrupted download.
Cheers, Tom -
I originally had the issue where it would not connect at all but got that fixed.
Now I am experiencing the issue when trying update the ipad ios to version 5
The process finished backing up the ipad then it says unable to connect to the backup server try again later
Any idea what I need to do now?
thanks for any helpSee
iOS 5: Updating your device to iOS 5
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
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. After you update to iOS 5.x, the next update can be installed via wifi (i.e., not connected to your computer).
Cheers, Tom -
I bought my little brother an iPod touch 2nd generation for Xmas so we could text since we love states away but it won't verify and complete updating so I can download the texting apps required by iOS 4 or later can someone tell me how to update it please
What exactly happens when you try to update the iPod? What does the error message say?
Also, are you sure yo have a 2G iPod?
See:
Identifying iPod models
I ask since a 1G can only go to iOS 2.x via iTunes and highest is 3.1.3 via
Purchasing iOS 3.1 Software Update for iPod touch (1st generation) -
i have ios 4.2.1 on my iphone4, now i want to udate it to 6.1.3 .is it possible? if yes then how?
and i don't want to update on ios 7 or later
pleaase help meNo you can't. It is iOS 7 or not at all. You need to update to the lastest software or not at all, so the choice is yours. Update to the latest software or not at all. Stick with what you have.
Also stop trolling this forum with the same stupid question to which you have had the same answer time and again. -
I have submitted build by xcode 6.1 but in itunes account shows us Apps and app updates submitted to the App Store must be built with Xcode 5.1.1 or later, and iOS 7 or later SDK after clicking the submit for review.
Please tell me the solution as soon as possible and i am able to remove the build.You have used Xcode 6.1 and it is a valid version, so you should not have any problem. Anyway, if there is any problem, Apple will contact with you to fix it before your app is published.
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Hi Guys,
i am receiving this error since last 3 days please help me resolve this.
i am already using XCode 5.1.1 and iOS 7 SDK i have regenerated my app store provisioning profile twice after this issue.
my app gets validated by Xcode and also gets uploaded successfully through Application Loader (i.e. latest one 2.9.1 i believe)
but in itunes connect when i try to submit my app for review i receive this error.
"Apps and app updates submitted to the App Store must be built with Xcode 5.1.1 or later, and iOS 7 or later SDK."I'm getting the same error as well, using Xcode 6.1 (6A1042b) on OSX 10.9.5. My project settings in Xcode have “Deployment Target” as “7.0” and “Base SDK” as “Latest iOS (iOS 8.1)”. I uploaded the app via Xcode, not with the application loader and I've tried re-generating my distribution provisioning profile.
This is an update to an existing app which was previously built against iOS 6.0 sdk but all attempts to submit the update now produce the error message "Apps and app updates submitted to the App Store must be built with Xcode 5.1.1 or later, and iOS 7 or later SDK." -
Is that possible to update iOS 4 or later in iPhone 2G?
Hello! I'm using iPhone 2G in which newest application could not be installed because of iOS 3.1.3. I just wanna know that can i update my iPhone OS with iOS 4 or later / is there any technical specification required to be updated. Pls, guide me.
I believe that is it for the 2G. It is a different operating system as of the 3 and the 2 can't hack what is required or the memory required. I believe this to be true but only about 75% sure. Hope it helps.
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My iPod has apps and music that I really don't want to lose. My iTunes at home is the older version and won't update to iTunes 11. If I update my iPod to ios 6 will the iTunes at home (the one that can't update to iTunes 11)-- support my iPod touch if I update it to ios 6 or later?-- meaning that will my iTunes be able to transfer my music and apps back to my iPod? Like, will it be able yo support it?
- First try a rset. Nothing will be lost.
Reset iPod touch: Hold down the On/Off button and the Home button at the same time for at
least ten seconds, until the Apple logo appears.
- Next try restoring from backup
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