IPhone Update

The iPhone update is the latest version of the system software that runs Apple's iPhone. The same system software also runs the iPad and the iPod Touch. The iPhone update, called iOS, adds additional functionality to these items’ operating systems and repairs bugs that exist from previous releases of the iOS software.http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1061

The current release of the iPhone update software is available from Apple, Inc., and can be downloaded from their website for free. The iOS software provides functionality for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch such as wireless printing, the ability to communicate with other computing devices, and various other multimedia capabilities.http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1061

The iOS 4.2 release provides a variety of new features over previous versions, especially for the iPad. New features and functions include:

• Multitasking on iPad: Allows iPad users to run multiple apps at the same time without slowing down performance.

• Folders on iPad: Provides iPad users with folders for more efficient organizing.

• Airprint: Allows users to send documents and photos to printers without using cables or a docking station.

• AirPlay: Lets users stream digital media to Apple TVs and and AirPlay enabled speakers.

• Find My iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch: A MobileMe feature that allows users to find and remotely control a lost device.http://www.apple.com/ios/

"According to tests conducted by Website TiPb (The iPhone Blog) the iOS 4.2 update will put some pep into the iPhone 3G handset that has been at the center of at least one performance-related lawsuit." — "PC World"http://www.pcworld.com/article/210254/apples_ios_42_update_boosts_iphone_3g_perfomance.html

"All in all, the improvements that iOS 4.2 brings aren't ground-breaking, but they are very welcome." — "Laptop Magazine"http://www.laptopmag.com/review/software/apple-ios-42-for-ipad.aspx?page=2#axzz1AvkFteVZ

"Apple's iOS 4.2.1 is a worthwhile update for the iPad, mainly because it delivers multitasking capability. The update isn't as exciting on the iPhone and iPod touch but it's still worth grabbing, especially since it's free." — "CNET UK"http://reviews.cnet.co.uk/mobile-apps/apple-ios-421-review-50001722/