I haven been in the Apple community for just a few weeks but what really puzzle me is the number of posts asking for how to upgrade an iPhone, iPad or iPod successfully. Well, it is really easy and I am not sure why so many people having issues with it. Nonetheless, you have come to the right place as I am going to explain to you step by step on how to upgrade your iDevice without much to worry about!

The much anticipated iOS 5.1 is released!
What you need to remember is ALWAYS backup your phone and details. Regardless you backup via iCloud (for those using iOS 5 and above) or backup to your computer, just do it! It won't kill you to have additional backups.

Now, without much waiting, here are the steps and follow them to the full stop and you will be just fine in upgrading your iDevice.

Upgrading using iTunes
1. Always backup (did I mention to you how important back up is?) via iTunes or iCloud of your choice.
2. If you have recently jail break your iDevice, it is highly recommended to perform a full wipe before upgrading.
3. [Optional] Select Restore to perform a full wipe and restoring back to iDevice original state.
4. Select 'Check for update'.
5. Follow the instruction which is usually click to agree and yes to install.
6. Let the phone upgrade itself and grab yourself a coffee. Usually such will take about from 5 minutes to mere 30 minutes.
7. Restore your data if needed and you can continue rocking with your iDevice.




Upgrading using iDevice OTA
1. As usual, backup your data.
2. If you have recently jail break your iDevice, it is highly recommended to perform a full wipe before upgrading.
3. [Optional] Select 'Erase All Setting and Content' on your device to ensure a clean installation.
4. Go to Setting > General > Software Update
5. Click to update and follow the instruction given.
6. Usually these type of upgrade is faster and thus, will take less than 10 minutes.
7. Restore your data if needed and you can continue rocking with your iDevice.

There you go, two easiest ways to upgrade your iDevice without having to worry if something might go wrong during the process. Now, you start rocking out with your latest iOS 5.1 update!

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