I need to update to Maverick. I'm currently running OS 10.7.5 and every time I try to find a compatible update to even update to Mountain Lion, I can't find it. My computer is running slowly and I can't use iPhoto.

Okay, so I can't upgrade to Maverick because it's incompatible, nor do I happen to have thousands of dollars to dish out for a new Mac. I can't even find the next upgrade. Every time I click "Software Update" it finds nothing related to this. And it's also really important for me to be able to use iPhoto which lately just gives me the rainbow wheel of death even though I've tried several fixes.

There are no software updates for Lion (10.7) past 10.7.5.
If your machine supports Mountain Lion (10.8) you can buy it at the Apple Store. They'll send you a redemption code via email and you can use it at the App Store to download Mountain Lion.
http://www.todaysiphone.com/2013/10/online-apple-store-offering-redemption-codes -os-x-lion-mountain-lion/
iPhoto is not part of the OS and each of those apps can be purchased via the App Store.

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Welcome to the Apple Support Communities
Check if your computer is compatible with Snow Leopard > http://support.apple.com/kb/sp575 If it's supported, cal Apple to buy Snow Leopard > http://support.apple.com/kb/HE57 Then, make a backup, insert the DVD and upgrade. Finally, open Apple menu > Software Update and install the latest version.
Check if your Mac is supported > http://www.apple.com/osx/specs If it's supported, open App Store and purchase OS X. Check if your programs are compatible > http://www.roaringapps.com

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jdeclanflynn wrote:
...My question is will I need to update from Mountain Lion to Maverick in order to update to Yosemite this fall? Thanks in advance.
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Back up all data.
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Hi Niel
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Thanks for sharing...
To the OP - I had a upgrade from the App Store 'stall' on me last week - I couldn't even Force Quit the App Store app. I ended up just powering down with the power button and when I logged back into the App Store, the update finished downloading in seconds and I was ready to begin installation.
Try that and see if it works for you...
Clinton

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OK..found another question like mine that already had the answer...problem solved. Thanks!

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The article below may be able to help you with this issue.
Click on the link below to see more details and screenshots.
I've quoted some helpful highlights for you:
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If you chose Picture-in-picture zooming, a window appears near the mouse cursor with the magnified image. If you chose Fullscreen zooming, the entire screen displays the magnified image.
I hope this information helps ....
Have a great day!
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HT3576 I need to update my IOS otherwise I can't use half the apps... how do I do it without wiping everything out...

^^^^^^^^

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