I am trying to backup a phone and it is not allowing me too. It is asking for the software to be updated, when I refer to system preferences there are no updates needed.
Also, the following information may be useful to know. It is important to understand the difference between updates and upgrades. An update is when we install a newer version of the same operating system. Your older Sierra OS is no longer supported by Apple. So there are no longer any updates offered. When one is available it will be found in the System Preferences by clicking the Software Update button. If you already have the latest version installed, you will be notified that no update is available. An upgrade is when you install a newer operating system such as upgrading from Catalina to Big Sur. What you can install is dependent on the year and model Mac you have. Upgrade links may be found in the Apple App Store. I hope this information is helpful in clearing up any confusion.
Also, the following information may be useful to know. It is important to understand the difference between updates and upgrades. An update is when we install a newer version of the same operating system. Your older Sierra OS is no longer supported by Apple. So there are no longer any updates offered. When one is available it will be found in the System Preferences by clicking the Software Update button. If you already have the latest version installed, you will be notified that no update is available. An upgrade is when you install a newer operating system such as upgrading from Catalina to Big Sur. What you can install is dependent on the year and model Mac you have. Upgrade links may be found in the Apple App Store. I hope this information is helpful in clearing up any confusion.
Back up your data, check the application compatibility table, click here, and then on the download link for a higher OS.
Catalina and above won't run 32-bit software and split iTunes into several applications; if you choose one of them, use Go64 as well.
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How do I perform a software update on a Macos Sierra showing no update available?
