If your computer can run the newest software (El Capitan), then you just need to open the mac app store, hit 'Get' and follow the steps on the screen. El Capitan is a free upgrade! If your computer is too old to upgrade past 10.7 (Lion), you have some options as well: Download the standalone updater: OS X Lion Update 10.7.5 (Client Combo). Nov 04, 2018 I’m unable to download any new apps or put data onto my computer from my iPhone; because iTunes isn’t up to date. I’ve even tried going to the apple site & downloading it that way, but it just doesn’t give me the option to download the latest software. I currently have Software OS X Version 10.8.5. Please help 😩 I’m dying here. Top three feasible ways to fix iTunes won't update or restore iPhone and iPhone gets stuck on recovery mode, as well as resolve update/restore errors in iTunes. This site uses cookies. By continuing to use this site you agree to our use of cookies in accordance with our Cookie Policy Agree.
How to get updates for macOS Mojave or later
If you've upgraded to macOS Mojave or later, follow these steps to keep it up to date:
- Choose System Preferences from the Apple menu , then click Software Update to check for updates.
- If any updates are available, click the Update Now button to install them. Or click ”More info” to see details about each update and select specific updates to install.
- When Software Update says that your Mac is up to date, the installed version of macOS and all of its apps are also up to date. That includes Safari, iTunes, Books, Messages, Mail, Calendar, Photos, and FaceTime.
To find updates for iMovie, Garageband, Pages, Numbers, Keynote, and other apps that were downloaded separately from the App Store, open the App Store on your Mac, then click the Updates tab.
To automatically install macOS updates in the future, including apps that were downloaded separately from the App Store, select ”Automatically keep my Mac up to date.” Your Mac will notify you when updates require it to restart, so you can always choose to install those later.
How to get updates for earlier macOS versions
If you're using an earlier macOS, such as macOS High Sierra, Sierra, El Capitan, or earlier,* follow these steps to keep it up to date:
- Open the App Store app on your Mac.
- Click Updates in the App Store toolbar.
- Use the Update buttons to download and install any updates listed.
- When the App Store shows no more updates, the installed version of macOS and all of its apps are up to date. That includes Safari, iTunes, iBooks, Messages, Mail, Calendar, Photos, and FaceTime. Later versions may be available by upgrading your macOS.
To automatically download updates in the future, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, click App Store, then select ”Download newly available updates in the background.” Your Mac will notify you when updates are ready to install.
* If you're using OS X Lion or Snow Leopard, get OS X updates by choosing Apple menu > Software Update.
How to get updates for iOS
Learn how to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to the latest version of iOS.
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- Learn how to upgrade to the latest version of macOS.
- Find out which macOS your Mac is using.
- You can redownload apps that you previously downloaded from the App Store.
- Your Mac doesn't automatically download large updates when it's using a Personal Hotspot.
- iPhone Backup/Restore
- iTunes Backup/Restore
by Jenefey AaronUpdated on 2020-03-10 / Update for iTunes Tips
Have you ever encountered iTunes won't update or restore iPhone by giving error message or causing iPhone stuck on 'connect to iTunes' screen? Just as this iPhone user on Apple forums:
'Can someone please help me? I updated my iPhone 5s and it did all it needed to then it told me to connect to iTunes using my laptop, which I have done, Nothing is working I can't turn my phone on it still shows connect to iTunes. I have tried 3 times to restore the software BUT NOTHING.....PLEASE HELP ME'
If you are running into similar update or restore issues, or iTunes gives error while updating or restoring iPhone, iPad or iPod touch, keep reading on to learn how to fix when iTunes won't update or restore iPhone 7/7 Plus/SE/6s/6s Plus/6/6 Plus/5s/5c/5.
Fix iTunes Won't Restore iPhone and iPhone Stuck on 'Connect to iTunes' Screen
Sometimes when you try to update or restore your iOS device in iTunes on your Mac or PC, you may find that iTunes cannot complete the restore/update and your iPhone gets stuck on connect to iTunes screen (Recovery Mode). How to get your iPhone out of recovery mode and restore/update it successfully? I recommend you a third-party software – Tenorshare iCareFone.
Choose Fix iOS Stuck feature in Tenorshare iCareFone, and you will find that there are Enter/Exit Recovery Mode and Enter/Exit DFU Mode. They aim to resolve various iPhone/iPad freezes including white apple logo, black screen of death, continuous reboot, etc.
If your iPhone is stuck at recovery mode, the 'Start Now' in Exit Recovery Mode is highlighted. Click 'Start Now' button and wait for your iPhone to boot into normal state.
This is a one-click solution to resolve iPhone freeze that happens on update/restore.
Fix iPhone Update or Restore Error in iTunes
When you restore or update your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch, you might see this message: 'The iPhone [device name] could not be restored. An unknown error occurred [error number].'
Since the causes of specific iOS update and restore errors vary, you can refer to this article to get the top 6 ways to fix update/restore errors in iTunes.
Using Tenorshare TunesCare
Another way to fix 'iTunes not updating or restoring on iPhone', then you can attempt to use Tenorshare TunesCare, which is an all-in-one iTunes repair tool to fix all iTunes syncing problems and iTunes errors for free.
- Step 1: First of all, download Tenorshare TunesCare and click 'Fix All iTunes Issues' to fix your iTunes on computer.
- Step 2: If your iPhone performs abnormally, then just click 'Repair iTunes' to start downloading iTunes drives for repairing.
- Step 3: After downloading the repairing drives for iTunes, Tenorshare TunesCare will automatically start to repair your iTunes.
- Step 4: After repairing, Tenorshare TunesCare will prompt you that iTunes is repaired successfully and your iTunes will automatically restart.
Repair iOS System as Ultimate Solution
If neither of the above solutions helps, it might be because of system files loss or iOS files corruption. In this case, you have to fix the iOS system. Fortunately, iPhone Care Pro provides a safe way to repair iOS system without data loss.
- Step 1. Connect your iPhone or iPad to computer and select Repair Operating System in Tenorshare iCareFone.
- Step 2. Once your device is detected, you will get a download address of the latest firmware package for your device. You can download the matching firmware package online or import downloaded firmware pckage if you already downloaded it.
- Step 3. Once the firmware is downloaded or imported to Tenorshare iCareFone, you can start repairing the iPhone system. The whole process takes less than 10 minutes.
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Done! You fix the corruption/lost iOS system file by repairing the operating system. What is more, the iOS version is up to date now.
Conclusion
Why My Mac Wont Update
We summary three feasible ways to fix iTunes update/restore issues that you may be troubled. To be honest, iPhone Care Pro provides more features including cleanup junk files in iOS device, transfer iOS data, backup & restore, and remove ads.