I don't have computer to update my iPad os so how can I update my iPad when the software update button is not present?

The software update key does not appear on my iPad I don't have a computer soj cannot use that to update via iTunes so how can I update my os

iPad, iOS 4.3.3

Posted on Apr 27, 2013 2:16 AM

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Apr 27, 2013 6:33 AM in response to Simon Watkiss

You can use a friend's computer or an Apple store will do it for you.


If you have an iPad 1, the max iOS is 5.1.1. For newer iPads, the current iOS is 6.1.3. The Settings>General>Software Update only appears if you have iOS 5.0 or higher currently installed.


iOS 5: Updating your device to iOS 5 or Later

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4972


How to install iOS 6

http://www.macworld.com/article/2010061/hands-on-with-ios-6-installation.html


iOS: How to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4623


If you are currently running an iOS lower than 5.0, connect the iPad to the computer, open iTunes. Then select the iPad under the Devices heading on the left, click on the Summary tab and then click on Check for Update.


Tip - If connected to your computer, you may need to disable your firewall and anitvirus software temporarily. Then download and install the iOS update. Be sure and backup your iPad before the iOS update. After you update an iPad (except iPad 1) to iOS 6.x, the next update can be installed via wifi (i.e., not connected to your computer).


Tip 2 - If you're updating via wifi, place your iPad close to your router to preclude getting a corrupted download.


 Cheers, Tom 😉

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