HT4972 My iPhone 3 does not have an option in settings to update my software. How do I update it?

My iphone 3 does not have an option in settings to update the software. How do I update it?

The iPhone 3 G can only update as far as iOS 4.2.1
It is Not Compatable with any later iOS

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HT4623 why my iphone does not have the software update option

why my iphone does not have the software update option

Are you sure you're connected to a network and that your iphone isn't on airplane mode?

HT4623 i just bought an iPad from a friend. I think is generation 1 or 2 not sure where to look for this. Bottom line, I would like to update it to iOS7. Is this possible? It does not have the option for software update.

i just bought an iPad from a friend. I think is generation 1 or 2 not sure where to look for this. Bottom line, I would like to update it to iOS7. Is this possible? It does not have the option for software update.

Identify Your iPad
http://www.ifixit.com/Info/ID-your-iPad
If you have an iPad 1, the max iOS is 5.1.1. For newer iPads, the current iOS is 7.0.4. The Settings>General>Software Update only appears if you have iOS 5.0 or higher currently installed.
You can no longer update to iOS 6.x, or down grade the iOS.
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 antivirus 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.
How to Upgrade to iOS 7
The iOS 7.0 update requires around 2.5 GB of storage space, so if your iPad is almost full, you may need to clear up some space. You can check your available space in Settings -> General -> Usage.
There are two ways to upgrade to iOS 7: You can use your Wi-Fi connection, or you can connect your iPad to your PC and update through iTunes. We'll go over each method.
To upgrade using Wi-Fi:
Note: If your iPad's battery is under 50%, you will want to plug it into your charger while performing the update.
Go into the iPad's Settings.
Locate and tap "General" from the menu on the left.
The second option from the top is "Software Update". Tap this to move into the update settings.
Tap "Download and Install". This will start the upgrade, which will take several minutes and will reboot your iPad during the process. If the Download and Install button is grayed out, trying clearing up some space. The space required by the update is mostly temporary, so you should gain most of it back after iOS 7 is installed.
Once the update is installed, you may have to run through the initial steps of setting up your iPad again. This is to account for new features and settings.
To upgrade using iTunes:
First, connect your iPad to your PC or Mac using the cable provided when you purchased your device. This will allow iTunes to communicate with your iPad.
You will also need the latest version of iTunes. Don't worry, you will be prompted to download the latest version when you launch iTunes. Once it installs, you may be asked to setup iCloud by logging into your iTunes account. If you have a Mac, you may be prompted on whether or not you want to enable the Find my Mac feature.
Now you are ready to begin the process:
If you upgraded iTunes earlier, go ahead and launch it. (For many, it will launch automatically when you plug in your iPad.)
Once iTunes is launched, it should automatically detect that a new version of the operating system exists and prompt you to upgrade to it. Choose Cancel. Before updating, you will want to manually sync your iPad to make sure everything is up to date.
After canceling the dialog box, iTunes should automatically sync with your iPad.
If iTunes doesn't automatically sync, you can manually do it by selecting your iPad within iTunes, clicking on the File menu and choosing Sync iPad from the list.
After your iPad has been synced to iTunes, select your iPad within iTunes. You can find it on the left side menu under Devices.
From the iPad screen, click on the Update button.
After verifying that you want to update your iPad, the process will begin. It takes a few minutes to update the operating system during which time your iPad may reboot a few times.
After updating, you may be asked a few questions when your device finally boots back up. This is to account for new settings and features.
 Cheers, Tom

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I have a gen 3 ipod and can't get it into disk mode. In itunes it does not have the option and I cant figure out how to do it on the ipod touch itself. Any ideas?

I have a gen 3 ipod and can't get it into disk mode. In itunes it does not have the option and I cant figure out how to do it on the ipod touch itself. Any ideas?

Recovering your iTunes library from your iPod or iOS device: Apple Support Communities

My iphone does not have facetime on it. I've tried going into restrictions, but there's a passcode that doesn't seem to be one that I've used before. Is it possible to reset the phone and then just restore a portion of the old information?

My iPhone does not have Facetime on it. I've tried going into restrictions, but there's a passcode that doesn't seem to be one that I've used before. Is it possible to reset the phone and then just restore a portion of the old information? I've tried several pass codes and now am locked out for an hour after being locked out for 5 minutes and then 15 minutes. It said that I had tried 7 pass codes prior to these, but I don't remember ever trying to get into restrictions before.
I've looked up other posts on this, and my phone was purchased in the US and does not have an AE in the model number.

Help for forgotten passcode > iOS: Forgotten passcode or device disabled after entering wrong passcode
When you have access to your iPhone again, FaceTime is a pre installed app that cannot be removed.
Try a search > iOS: Understanding Spotlight Search

HT1841 How to disable some of the automatic function from my bluetooth (jabra) while iphone does not have the capacity to set up the bluetooth property like BB?

How to disable some of the automatic function from my bluetooth (jabra) while iphone does not have the capacity to set up the bluetooth property like BB?

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Go here, find your country and follow the directions to contact Apple for help.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5699

Hi my iPhone does not have reception. I have tried the sim in a different phone and it has reception. Any ideas what I can do

Hi my iPhone does not have reception. I have tried the sim in a different phone and it has reception. Any ideas what I can do

try these things
-reset your network by going setting> general>reset>reset network setting
-toggle airplane mode on and off
-then back up your information and then restore as new.
-still no service then if your within your limited warranty apple can replace it for nothing if not it is 199$ for replacement

HT4623 my 3G iphone does not have a software update tab. how do i update my phone?

My iphone does not have a software update tab. How do I update my phone without it?

You don't have a software update on your phone because you need IOS 5.0 or higher to OTA.
You will have to update using itunes.

How do I deal with "StartUpItems if2k" has not been started because it does not have the proper security settings?

Whenever I turn on or restart my MBP, a dialog box appears saying --> “/Library/StartupItems/if2k” has not been started because it does not have the proper security settings.
How can I fix this?
First, I searched online and found a site with a If2k_Remover_V2.zip file, but whenever I try to open the link, a page comes up saying,
Forbidden
You don't have permission to access /w/files/if2k/If2k_Remover_V2.zip on this server.
Any thoughts on this?
Also, I see the if2k folder in the Library/StartUpItems; is it something I can just drag into the Trash? Or would that be a bad move?

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Error message: ""/Library/StartupItems/IntegoCommon" has not been started because it does not have the proper security settings."

I recently got a new Macbook Pro. I transferred my info from my old mac. Now when I startup my Macbook Pro, I get this error message "“/Library/StartupItems/IntegoCommon” has not been started because it does not have the proper security settings." I have run Disk Utility, but nothing has changed.
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Uninstall any Intego junk according to its instructions and ensure that all its components have been completely eradicated from your Mac. You may need to download Intego's installer so that you can run its uninstaller.
Intego will make your Mac run very poorly, unacceptably so. Never install such junk on a Mac.

I have CD version of Adobe Photoshop Element 9. I have CD version of Adobe Photoshop Element 9. I have purchased the new Macbook which does not have DVD drive. Can I download this software over the web and install using the Serial Number I have. Thanks,

I have CD version of Adobe Photoshop Element 9. I have CD version of Adobe Photoshop Element 9. I have purchased the new Macbook which does not have DVD drive. Can I download this software over the web and install using the Serial Number I have. Thanks,@

yes,
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Acrobat: XI, X | 9,8 | 9 standard
Premiere Elements: 12 | 11, 10 | 9, 8, 7
Photoshop Elements: 12 | 11, 10 | 9,8,7
Lightroom: 5 | 4 | 3
Captivate: 8 | 7 | 6 | 5
Contribute: CS5 | CS4, CS3
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Download and installation help for Prodesigntools links are listed on most linked pages. They are critical; especially steps 1, 2 and 3. If you click a link that does not have those steps listed, open a second window using the Lightroom 3 link to see those 'Important Instructions'.

When I turn on my computer I get the following error messages: Insecure Startup Item disabled. "Library/StartupItems/HP IO" has not been started because it does not have the proper security settings. Also for HP Trap Monitor. How do I fix these?

When I turn on my computer I get the following error messages:
Insecure Startup Item disabled. "Library/StartupItems/HP IO" has not been started because it does not have the proper security settings.
Insecure Startup Item disabled. "Library/StartupItems/HP Trap Monitor" has not been started because it does not have the proper security settings.
How do I fix these?

Library/LaunchAgents: com.promethean.activmgr.plist
Library/LaunchDaemons: com.microsoft.office.licensing.helper.plist, com.promethean.activhardwareservice.plist
Library/StartupItems: HP IO folder - HP IO, Resources, StartupParameters.plist
HP Trap Monitor folder - HP Trap Monitor, Resources, StartupParameters.plist
These are the system extension errors
"/System/Library/Extensions/AppleGraphicsControl.kext"
"/System/Library/Extensions/AppleGraphicsControl.kext/Contents/PlugIns/AppleMux Control.kext"
"/System/Library/Extensions/AppleGraphicsControl.kext/Contents/PlugIns/ApplePoli cyControl.kext"
"/System/Library/Extensions/BJUSBLoad.kext"
"/System/Library/Extensions/EPSONUSBPrintClass.kext"
I do not know what any of these do or how to fix them. I have run multiple disk permission repairs & disk repairs. The startup & system extension errors continue to come up.
I even followed the directions to move HP IO & HP Trap Monitor to the trash, run disk permissions repair, put back in folder, then restart - and still am getting error message.

Everytime I start up my MacBook Pro, I get this message. 'Insecure Startup Disabled.' "/Library/Startup items/HP Trap Monitor" has not been started because it does not have the proper security settings.

Everytime I start up my MacBook Pro, I get this message. 'Insecure Startup Disabled.' "/Library/Startup items/HP Trap Monitor" has not been started because it does not have the proper security settings.

Update your HP Printer drivers/software at their website or uninstall using the developers method.

HT4972 My iPhone 3 does not have an option in settings to update my software. How do I update it?

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