I have a 1st Gen iPad - can I update to iOS5 or iOS6?
I have a 1st Gen iPad - can I update to iOS5 or iOS6?
iPad, iOS 4.3.3
You can only update to IOS 5.1.1
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If you are using IOS 4, you need to connect to iTune (computer) to update software.
Update to IOS 5.1.1
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972
Where do I find the update? Thanks for the help
See 3rd post.
Thanks - to clarify -
When you say iTunes (computer), you mean i do it from my iPad correct? Not a desktop! Right?
You have to connect to iTune (computer) and Check for Updates
http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee374/Diavonex/Album%208/9945c533b34084789a6 6c80835635efb_zps127df13a.jpg
Make sure all content is transferred and device is backed up before you update.
Transfer purchases
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1848
How to backup
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1766
Thanks so much! Sorry For such elementary questions! Quite frankly I've never hooked this iPad up to a computer before! I am a bit out of my comfort zone! I thot I could just download from the App Store!
Again - thanks
You are most welcome 🙂
I have a 1st Gen iPad - can I update to iOS5 or iOS6?