1. To view your current software version, from the home screen, select the Settings app.

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  2. Select General.

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  3. Select About.

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  4. Scroll down to view the Version and Carrier number information.

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  5. To check for software updates via device and update wirelessly, from the General screen select Software Update.

    Note: If an update is available, select Download and Install and follow the prompts. If you use a passcode, you'll need to enter it before installing the update. Your device must be plugged into a power source in order to update wirelessly. Before you update, back up your device to iCloud or iTunes. Updates may download automatically while your device is connected to Wi-Fi and a power source.

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  6. To turn on/off automatic software updates, from the Software Update screen, select Automatic Updates, then select the Automatic Updates switch.

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  7. If you can’t update wirelessly or if you want to update with iTunes, connect the device to the computer using the included Lightning-to-USB cable.

    Note: Updates might download automatically while your device is connected to Wi-Fi and a power source.

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  8. Install and open the latest version of iTunes on your computer.

    Note: Learn more from Apple support article: Get the latest version of iTunes.

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  9. Click on the device icon.

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  10. From the Summary panel, click Check for Update. If an update is available, follow the prompts.

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