How to update to iOS 7?

iOS 7 is a great new version of Apple’s mobile operating system. Vastly redefined, and revamped, the new iOS feels different but acts familiar. If you made up your mind and you are ready to update to iOS 7, be sure to follow our upgrade guide below. It demonstrates the two ways in which you can update from an earlier iOS version to iOS 7.

Regardless of which approach you choose to upgrade the iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch to iOS 7, you must be sure that you’d really like to do so. You might also want to read a blog article we previously published which can help you decide whether to upgrade: 3 things to consider before you upgrade to iOS 7.

When can I update to iOS 7?

iOS 7 is publicly released on September 18th. The exact time of iOS 7 release is not known, however judging from previous iOS releases, you should be able to update early in the morning US time.

Which devices support iOS 7?

You can update to iOS 7 if you have the following iOS devices:

• iPhone 5, 4S and 4
• iPad 2 and iPad with Retina display
• iPad Mini
• iPod Touch 5

Should I backup before updating to iOS 7 ?

It is best practice to back up the iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch right before updating. Even a well engineered update process can fail. It is therefore important to take a few extra steps and back up your iOS information. Read this detailed article we created which will help you back up the iDevice before you begin with the iOS 7 upgrade.

How to do I update to iOS 7?

There are two ways to upgrade the iOS version of your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch – via connecting the device to iTunes on a computer, or directly from within the device.

Upgrade iOS from within iOS device (valid for iOS 5 and above)

Since iOS 5, it is possible to upgrade the iOS version without the need to connect the iOS device to a computer (over-the-air update). To upgrade to iOS 7, simply navigate to Settings > General > Software Update. The screenshot below demonstrates how to do so on an iPad, but this is also valid for the iPhone and iPod Touch.

You need to ensure that the iOS device is plugged in to a power source via the USB cable and that you are connected to the Internet. To avoid potential data costs, it is preferable to connect to a WiFi network and not use your 3G connection. Now let the iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch connect to the Apple servers and tap “Download and Install”.

Once you see the update begin, stand-by until it completes.

Update to iOS 7 via iTunes

Another way to update to iOS 7 is via connecting the iOS device to iTunes on a computer. Note that once you upgrade to iOS 7, you will only be able to use iTunes 11.1 and above with the iDevice. iTunes 11.1 is already available as a BETA for Mac. We expect the final updated iTunes version to be out for both Windows and Mac up to a day before the public release of iOS 7 on September 18th. Before you continue, make sure your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch data is safely backed up.

Connect the iOS device to a computer via the USB cable and run iTunes on that computer. Once you see the device appear on iTunes, click on it and from the Summary tab click “Update”.

Accept the following prompt by clicking on “Update”.

Finally, you will be given the choice to back up the device before upgrading to iOS 7. If you just made a backup, click “Don’t Back Up”. If you are not sure whether you made a backup of the device, read this section of the article: “Backup iOS data”.

iTunes will now begin the update process. Stand-by for the update to complete. If you are using a laptop computer, make certain that it is connected to the power socket.

Updating to iOS 7 is an easy procedure and can be done via iTunes or directly from within the iOS device.

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