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iOS 10 is available for download: how to install it, 10 new features to test (+ watchOS and tvOS installation)

iOS 10is finally available. He is
possible, from now on, to take advantage of the new features. With iOS 10, the company
Cupertino offers a version of iOS richer in features and
applications more convenient to use. The changes are visible,
accessible and numerous.

To take advantage of it, you will therefore have to update your machine. Nothing good
wizard though, but a few steps to follow so thateverything is happening
without incident. So here ishow to download and install iOS
10. Note that tvOS and watchOS are also there
heard for those who have Apple Watch and Apple TV.

First of all, if you have not already done so, do not hesitate to consult our
article onthe
preparing your device for the future update. Once ready for
l’installation,twosolutions are possible: OTA (without
fil) or iTunes.

Another important clarification: those who passed through
thepublic beta of iOSand installed theversion
10.0.1do not have any updates to do, this evening is the
same version which is distributed to the general public. It is about
even for watchOS. However, versions from the beta program
prevent reviews from being posted on the App Store. It is therefore preferable to carry out
the update. To do this, delete the "iOS Beta Software Profile" by
go to Settings > General > Profile, then perform a restore
iTunes.

Updated 20:49: update problems that
blocked devices were encountered during the 1st hour of updating
arrangement. Apple has just indicated thatthe
problem is fixed.

OTA

To update OTA (Over The Air), you must go to
Settings, on the tab,General, ThenUpdate
software. The update should appear there (size, one
good giga), you must then click onInstaller.

To learn more about how to proceed next, feel free to
to consultce
tutorial.

PLEASE NOTE: OTA updates do not necessarily appear immediately
continued on the machine.If you're in a hurry, go through iTunes
for a more traditional installation.

iTunes

To update via iTunes, you must connect your iPhone or iPad to
the computer on which iTunes is installed, then click on the icon
corresponding icon in the software, icon which normally appeared after
a few seconds.

Then just click onTo updateon the right, in
below the small ad describing that the new version of iOS 10 is
available.

From there, follow the few steps indicated, a few manipulations
are carried out (unlocking your iPhone, in particular), but the
procedure remains very basic.

In both cases, you probably need to have a little patience,
because it could well be that Apple's servers are in high demand
within the first hours of the update becoming available.

Remember that iOS 10 is available for the following devices
uniquely :

  • iPhone: 5, 5c, 5s, SE, 6, 6 Plus, 6s and 6s Plus
  • iPad: iPad 4, iPad mini 2, 3 and 4, iPad Air and Air
    2, iPad Pro 9.7 and 12.9 inches
  • iPod: iPod touch 6th generation

Apple Watch Update

With iOS 10, the Apple Watch will receive its new system version
operating as well. It is therefore watchOS 3 which accompanies it.

To update the watch, you must first update the iPhone
to which it is “linked”. It is then within the “Watch” application that the
update is carried out.

  • First of all, you must make sure that the iPhone, in iOS 10, is connected to the
    Wi-Fi and charged with at least 50% battery remaining. * The watch must be
    loaded on its support.
  • You must then select the Watch application on the iPhone, go to
    General, then inUpdate. An update must be
    available, if not, wait...
  • Otherwise, click onDownload, then onInstallera
    once the download is complete
  • On the next screen, the system asks for the security password.
    the iPhone. It must be completed on the iPhone.
  • Accept the terms and conditions.
  • Then click onInstalleron the iPhone on the Apple Watch.
  • Once the installation is complete, you are good to take full advantage of the
    new OSon your watch

Apple TV update

To update the Apple TV, if not directly
carried out or proposed, you must go to the “Settings” > “System” menu
> "Software updates".

Select "Update Software". It is then proposed to update
update, by downloading and installing the new version of tvOS, to
To do this, select "Download and install".

All that remains is to wish you aGood
installation. Please note that we have planned some articles for you
discover iOS 10 from all angles very quickly!

For all technical issues and questions, feel free to reach out
the iPhon.fr and VIPad.fr community on our
forum. And share your update deadlines and... First impressions
below !

If you're waiting while it loads, take the time to install

our free app(bugs in the new version are being worked out
correction) and reread the numerous topics on the new features introduced in
iOS 10:

The classics

Some practical improvements

New applications

iPad

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By : Keleops AG

Editor-in-chief for iPhon.fr. Pierre is like Indiana Jones, looking for the lost iOS trick. Also a long-time Mac user, Apple devices hold no secrets for him. Contact: pierre[a]iphon.fr.

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