Why is there no backwards compatibility? It seems blatantly obvious you are trying to force your users to upgrade in order to increase profits.

It is very frustrating when you purchase a VERY expensive software package that is the latest version only to start receiving "You can't open this because there's a newer version out" error messages less than a year later.
I know you're going to defend yourselves with some stock BS such as "Newer versions have capabilities that older version don't have", but I know this isn't the case. Illustrator could just open the newer versions and you know what, if there's some effect that isn't supported, just let it display it incorrectly. I'm almost positive that you've purposefully programmed your software to detect if a file is a newer version and then force illustrator to display the error and not open it.
I believe you are using dishonest and shady tactics to increase revenue, and I am very displeased.

@ joshmakar:
To a large extent, you are preaching to the choir here. Many long-time helpers in these fora have left in recent years, often over disillusion re: Adobe and it's current course in many areas.
While it is little consolation regarding the question/ problem in your initial post; if the newer AI file was saved with PDF compatibility ON (the default, I believe), you MAY be able to PLACE the file into an open Illustrator document. Exactly how editable it will remain is questionable, and depends on the file and what tools and effects may have been used. It is not backward compatibility, but it is (like so much in Adobe software any more) a workaround.
And, of course, one can always ask whoever supplied the file to save as an older format, but see my note above re: workarounds.
Who, Me? Cynical? NAH!
--OB

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Was the device previously hacked to be unlocked? If it was, it may now be bricked.
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There is no SIM card in the phone you are attempting to activate message??

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actually, there should be a sim card in the slot. It will not have been activated, but it should be there. just open it up and check. also...be careful about where you are traveling internationally, especially if you are using data. A few countries (not most, about 40...many in Asia and South America) use both CDMA and GSM. on your 4s you do not have an option to choose what Network System you want to use (GSM, CDMA, AUTO etc). On my recent trip to Venezuela, my 4s only grabbed CDMA which left me without email, web and texting...not good for a business trip. After several hours on the phone with Verizon, I discovered that they are pushing an update to all Verizon 4s phones (not sure if it is ALL 4s phones or just those that have had their sims activated). Was told the PRL version number for this is 52638 (a number which is outside the range of the November PRL listings). what happened to me was either 1) my phone was never pushed this PRL (the push happens on Mondays and Tuesdays), or my phone may have been pushed the update but if *228 is pressed, that will overwrite the PRL so you are out of luck! in any event, if you are traveling to one of these countries and you want data, be sure you not only activate your sim, but that you have the proper PRL in your phone. Remember, until they come up with a permanent fix, don't do another *228 once you have this update!!

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Hey ugwujos,
Thanks for the question. I understand that you are experiencing activation issues with your iPhone. When troubleshooting activation issues, the following article provides some great steps:
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http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3424
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The item may have been removed either permanently or temporarily between now and when you last downloaded it. There may be an problem with the App Store or your connection to it. Have you tried resetting your device by pressing and holding the Home button and power button until the silver apple appears? Try waiting a couple of hours and trying again.

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Thanks. I don't think this one was ever jailbroken, but I'll have to ask to be sure. Even so, a lot of people with 3gs's seem to have this same problem even if their phone was never jailbroken when they upgrade to 5.1.1.

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I need some serious help!
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However after part of the Itune update completed a message came up on the screen
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Which particular .msi file does the message go on to say cannot be found? (Several different .msi files might be mentioned in this context: itunes.msi, bonjour.msi, AppleSoftwareUpdate.msi, etc.)

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Before trying the update again, use Microsoft's Fix it solution at http://support.microsoft.com/mats/Program_Install_and_Uninstall. Use it to uninstall iTunes and Quicktime. It bypasses this not uncommon problem. When the solution finishes, the selected program will be uninstalled. It can take several minutes and I have seen as much as half an hour.
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I have been without mu IPhone 4 since yesterday now as I tried to do the IOS6 update and since then it has messed up my phone and I am unable to access any of it's functions as it is locked on the update screen.
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Why do you block my domain & Blogg? There is nothing there that is dangerous for anyone. Besides, you are the only internett browser that is blocking it.

I wonder why you block my domain and my homepage/blogg. This site don't contain anything dangerous at all. It is only about me, my family and friends. You are THE ONLY BROWSER that block it. And I wonder why you do it.
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