Should I upgrade iPhone 3G to iOS4.......yes....but be patient!
Hi all
I've been reading some horror stories the last few days, but I wanted everyone that's unsure about the update that it's not a nightmare for everyone. I for one didn't have any issues at all, but it did take over 5 hours to complete, so be prepared, don't rush, and don't panic!
Allow your standard backup to go through first. When thats done, then update the iPhone software. I recommend doing the download only option, but I've always done this and never had any issues. It may not make any difference but it's all I can reference.
Once the update is downloaded start the install. To be honest I don't do anything during this process. I don't even use Safari, I just leave it alone. I know that it seems pedantic but at the end of the day all of my updates have been simple without any issues at all.
The unified Inbox in Mail is great. I really like the Folders for Apps, they work a treat. The SMS character counter is handy but please note that it's a feature you need to turn on in Settings, and it only kicks in after 50 characters. The camera zoom function is a nice addition and works fine. Remember, you can't change the wallpaper or use multi-tasking on a 3G, these are 3GS onwards only. After the update explore the Settings menu and see what's new. Am I looking forward to iPhone 4...**** right I am, but not because my 3G is now a brick.
Good luck.
It's really your decision, I upgraded my 3G to 3.0 last night without issue.
Just did what I normally do, connect iPhone, iTunes launches backs up iPhone then I clicked check for updates.
Pop up box said a new version etc I clicked ok, it downloaded and installed (took a little bit of time) but I just eft it to it. After 10 to 15 minutes it was done.
Works a treat.
Some people may be experiencing some issues, that's the nature of the forum (for problems) you rarely get posts about how well something is working, but mine is working well, no issues yet.
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