Unable to update from iOS 4.2.1!

I have an iPod touch 3rd Gen 8gb running iOS 4.2.1, but when I try to update my software, my iTunes says that I have the latest software available, can anyone help me find a way to update?

The original poster said he has a 8GB 3G iPod. Apple only made 32 and 64 GB 3G iPods. When the 3G iPod was introduced, the 8GB 2G iPOd with updated iOS continued to be sold. That is how I know.
See:
Identifying iPod models
ellabellasmella wrote:
lllaass how on earth do u know that this person has a 2g ipod. you do not live with him !
anyway restore youre ipod and it will automatically update :-)

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