I can't update ipod touch to new 4.2

I can'tupdate my ipod touch to new 4,2

Which model of iPod Touch do you have? The 1st generation can not be upgraded beyond iOS 3.1.3.

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Can't update iPod touch 3. No iTunes app showing & no software update available in updates...HELP

I can't get iPod touch updated. Can't get it connected to cloud. There are no iTunes app, software updates or cloud options in menus. I don't know what to do.

To update
Connect the iPod to your computer and update via iTunes
iTunes 10 for Windows: Update and restore software on iPod, iPhone, or iPad
A 1G iPod can go to iOS 3.1.3
A 2G to 4.2.1. Requires iTunes version 10.X. That requires a Mac with OSX 10.5.8 or later. With 1OSX 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. That requires a Mac with OSX 10.6.8 or later
Identifying iPod models

Can not update Ipod touch to IOS 5

I have a ipod touch 4th generation 32gb and I can not update my ipod to the new IOS 5 software. A error message keeps popping up saying that the network connection has timed out. I have tried various things to get rid of this problem restarting my laptop and also I have updated my itunes software to the newest one. Any help with this problem will be great cheers

Two solutions:
- Disable the computer's security software during the download and update.
- Directly download and install the update using the instuctions here:
iPod, iPhone and iPad Firmware Download

Help. I can't update iPod Touch 1st gen from ios 2.1.2 to 3.1.1; already paid for it.

Hi all,
I got an iPod Touch 1st gen for my youngest son for Christmas as a starter. It has the 2.1.2 ios on it, but after I paid for the upgrade to 3.1.1, I keep getting an error message (8288) saying there was a problem with the network connection. I have called customer service, and they suggested I try on a different computer, and if that didn't work, try connecting to a different network, and then trying the update. None of this has worked. It seems that tech support is clueless with this issue.
I have installed and unistalled iTunes 10.5, 10.3, 10.4, and now I am back with 10.5. I have tried looking up the issue from several search engines but no one seems to have a universal solution and I have tried several.
I really want to have this thing updated for himw hwne he opens it, but I am starting to worry that my purchase was a bust. I know this is the oldest version, but I don't want to buy a newer, more expensive iPod and him still not be mature enough to really take care of it. As I said, this one is a starter.
Can anyone help? Please?!
Thank you!!!
P.S. We have a PC, with Windows XP Home.

Yes, I have contacted them. They are who told me to try a few of the "fixes". They actually said they had never heard of this error, or any problems relating to his download. Also, when I was talking to them, they came here to this forum to find the answer...:/ This is why I am asking here. I was hoping someone had an idea I hadn't tried already.
Thanks.

Trouble updating iPod touch to new version of software

I have an iPod touch model MB533LL running on version 2.2.1 software. I tried to update to version 4.2 but it gets hung up every time and wont complete the update. My husband is on version 3.1.2 and the same thing happens to him. Why? I heard apple iTouches don't like to update to new software versions very easily especially if you are more than one version behind. I don't even know if I can locate an older version of the software ion the internet to update even partially. Problem is just about 100% of aps are not available because my software version is so old. I have lik 30 GB of memory unused so that's not the issue. Any ideas? Could the fact we share the same lap top for our itunes while having different versions of the software be causing the problem?

Try a manual install following directions in link below.
Basic troubleshooting steps.
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How can I update ipod touch model MCO86LL

My son just received this ipod touch and when I tried to download games for him everything is saying "incompatible with this version of ipod touch." It is 4.2.1 and someone told me I couldn't update it to a newer version!? Can I update this ipod?

You do not. You have a 2G and those ca nonly go to 4.2.1
To more easily find compatible apps:
iOSSearch - search the iTunes store for compatible apps.
Apple Club - filter apps by iOS version.
Starting when iOS 7 was released, Apple now allows downloading the last compatible version of some apps (iOS 4.2.1 and later only)
App Store: Downloading Older Versions of Apps on iOS - Apple Club
App Store: Install the latest compatible version of an app
You first have to download the non-compatible version on your computer. Then when you try to purchase the version on your iPod you will be offered a compatible version if one exists.

Can't update ipod touch (1st Generation) to iOS3

I have a 1st generatiom ipod touch 8GB. I am trying to update the software from iOS3 so I can download apps on to it. It currently runs 1.1.5
I have purchased the upgrade through itunes (latest version) but it will crash when it trys to download the update and I get the following message
"There was a problem downloading iOS 3.1.1 Software Update for iPod touch. An unknown error occurred (8288)."
Can anyone help

Hello, I hope by now you have resolved the upgrade issue, but if not, here is what I ended up having to do:
“SUCCESS!!! I took my iPod to a friend who is a computer programmer/genius. He turned off his wireless, hooked the ethernet cable directly into his computer, and the download went through without a hitch. YAY!”
Here is my original post explaining what I had already tried:
“Hi all,
I got an iPod Touch 1st gen for my youngest son for Christmas as a starter. It has the 2.1.2 ios on it, but after I paid for the upgrade to 3.1.1, I keep getting an error message (8288) saying there was a problem with the network connection. I have called customer service, and they suggested I try on a different computer, and if that didn't work, try connecting to a different network, and then trying the update. None of this has worked. It seems that tech support is clueless with this issue.
I have installed and unistalled iTunes 10.5, 10.3, 10.4, and now I am back with 10.5. I have tried looking up the issue from several search engines but no one seems to have a universal solution and I have tried several.
I really want to have this thing updated for himw hwne he opens it, but I am starting to worry that my purchase was a bust. I know this is the oldest version, but I don't want to buy a newer, more expensive iPod and him still not be mature enough to really take care of it. As I said, this one is a starter.
Can anyone help? Please?!
Thank you!!!
P.S. We have a PC, with Windows XP Home.”
Now, there seem to be a lot of different ways to solve the 8288 error, none of which are universal. Best of luck getting yours upgraded!
Tiffany
P.S. The post by Sparkhi is a link to his blog going into a long story about how he wanted Apple to pay him for “solving” the issue….the one that apparently has been solved by multiple solutions. I’m not trying to bash, it just bothers me that he put up this whole story and finally, at the very end of his blog post, posts his solution.

Can't Update iPod Touch 1G

Hello I am currently using an iPod Touch 1G, version: 2.2.1.
The problem I am having is that I can't update it. I've gone back to it after not using in a while and it won't allow me to use the free apps that I used to enjoy such as iMob until I update to version 3.0.
However my iTunes is telling me that this is the latest version and doesn't give me the option to update. I have tried restoring the iPod, as well as updating and reinstalling iTunes.
I'm not sure where the problem is, whether it is my iTunes, iPod or if the 1G can't be updated any further(which I really wouldn't be happy about).
This iPod has never been hacked or jailbroken or whatever other terms that describe it being used against Apples policies.
I hope someone can help me or point me in the right direction.
Many thanks in advance.
Britain666
p.s. Forgot to add that I use 64 bit version of iTunes (not sure if it matters).
Message was edited by: Britain666

OK sorry but found the answer on another topic.
Bit ridiculous that 1G users have to pay to update to an inferior version whereas everyone else gets the latest one free though.

Can't update ipod touch to vers 4.0 with itunes 9.1.1

Hi folks,
Itunes tells me that new software (vers. 4.0) is available for my ipod touch but when I click UPDATE it mistakenly informs me that my itunes software (9.1.1) is up to date. I want to update the ipod touch software NOT the itunes software. Anyone else have this problem? Solution?
thanks for any help

Ok, to start with, iTunes version 9.1.1 cannot sync or work with iOS 4. You first have to download iTunes 9.2 in order to do so. If iTunes was wanting to download the latest version of itself, let it in order to upgrade to iOS 4. Or if it thinks it is the latest version, go to the Apple.com and download iTunes 9.2 . Once that's done, just download the iOS 4, sync it. And you're good. (warning, you may come into issues with the upgrade to iOS 4. just read one of my other posts that may solve it... or just keep trying till it works or contact Apple.) Hope this helped

Can not update ipod touch, can not update ipod touch

Hello,
I have a ipod touch 1st gen and i havent used it for a few years, now i powered it up back again, working fine and able to synchronize etc.
The problem i have is that i can not update the iOS. When i try updating through iTunes it said: software is up to date. But when i try to download the Facebook app for example, i get the error: iOS 4.xx is required.
Can anyone help me out?
Greetings,
Michel

Thats just ****** up man, thanks for the fast answer though, almost paid those ******* 35 euro on the phone.
apps that are compatible with iOs 3.1.3, yea your funny. only ****** apps that will be.
ill give you 5 points for the quick answer although the answer did not help me

Can't Update iPod Touch

For some reason I cannot update my iPod touch. I skipped my 3.0 update b/c I didn't have the funds and might've made it stop checking for updates. But now I'm stuck on 2.2.1 and want to update but can't. When I click the "Check for Updates" button, it tells me that I'm up to date. Thoughts?

I'm in exactly the same boat! I want to upgrade from 2.x to 3.x, and I can't. What's up with that? Before 4.x came out, I had the option to upgrade to 3.x. I have an updated version of an app that requires 3.x, so how do I upgrade???
-Steve

I was updating ipod touch to new iOS5 and it told me that all data would be lost with update and to put it oon computer, but update not there. How do i update with out this happening?

I am looking for some help with updating to iOS5, i downloaded to computer to avoid losing data on ipod touch but update was not there. I've done three times and same result. If I have all music on usb drive will I be able to reupload it after update, or is there another way to do it by transferring my music from ipod touch to computer and the re-installing in itunes. Alot of the music I have is copied off of discs and not from itune purchases. Any help will be greatly appreciated and my computer skills are satisfactory but I am by no means a computer guru. Thanks

As all of the msuic came from your computer in the first place it should still be there. Is it not?
EVERYTHING on your ipod should also be on your computer and should be included in your regular backup copy of your computer.
Make sure that everything is on your computer. You can transfer itunes purchases from the ipod. Without syncing: File>Transfer Purchases.
When everything is on your computer, then it can be synced back to the ipod after updating.

Can't update Ipod touch 2.0 to 2.1

Hello, this is really bugging me. I cant seem to update my ipod touch from 2.0 to 2.1. I really want to download some cool apps from the app store, but i cant because it says i have to update my ipod. I downloaded the free update to 2.0 "illegally". I am wondering if this is prt of my problem.
Any suggestions will be helpful
Thank you

oOkay i found out how to do it. First make sure you have iTunes 8. Then, Power off your iPod by holding the sleep/wake button and sliding the red slider to the right. Open iTunes and hold the home button on your iPod while plugging it into the USB cord. This will make it go into recovery mode where you will be able to restore it. When it is done restoring, SET IT UP AS A NEW IPOD. Sync all your music and videos and you are good.

HT4972 Can I update iPod touch from ios 4.2.1 to latest SW version?

iTunes show "this version of the iPod software (4.2.1)is the current version". Is that mean Ipod touch can't update iOS to higher version?

On that iPod touch model, yes.
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Can't update ipod touch 2nd gen to iOS4

Hi, I have a old ipod touch 2nd gen. I just did a factory restore and it was restore to iOS 2.2.1. When i click Check for Update in iTune, it says 2.2.1 the current version. How do i get to update the ipod touch to iOS4 ?

Are you sure you don't actually have a 1G iPod Touch? See this article to help you determine what generation it is.
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1353
If it's truly a 1G iPod Touch, you can only upgrade to iOS 3.1 using this link to purchase the update.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2052
Otherwise, if you do have a 2G iPod Touch, make sure you are running the latest version of iTunes.
B-rock

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