They’re a few reasons why updating your smartphone devices regularly is important. Updates renew security features as well as provide bug fixes. You should check for a new version of software about every 1-2 months. Below are commonly used devices as well as update information:

IPad/IPhone: To upgrade your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, connect it to your computer and follow the onscreen instructions in iTunes. The software update is free. Some older models of the iPhone and iPod touch do not support iOS 4.3, therefore we recommend not using calendar synchronization for older models. Detailed instructions on updating your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch can be found at http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1414

Droid: Motorola provides software updates. The below link has all of the information needed for different various model updates:
http://www.motorola.com/Support/US-EN/Consumer-Support/Mobile-Phones/Motorola+DROID+X

Blackberry Devices: To update your blackberry device, make sure to first back up your data. You can update the software over the web or through your service provider. Simply run the setup wizard and reinstall or add your applications. These instructions and more detailed information can be found at
http://us.blackberry.com/support/software/osupdate.jsp

Also, when updating be sure to use “official” updates offered by the company that creates your device. Unofficial updates can contain extra steps and pose for problems. If you need assistance with any of these processes, please contact the ESS Helpdesk at 8-1818 and we can walk you through the process.

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