It's A New World As Apple Officially Launches iOS 7
September 18, 2013
It's official. Apple's iOS 7 is now available for download worldwide. It is available over the air (OTA) and through iTunes via a Mac or PC.
First demoed by Apple at WWDC in June, the new version is perhaps the biggest software update in the history of iOS. It includes a completely new design, plus new features like Control Center, AirDrop, iTunes Radio, and much more.
To download iOS 7 on your compatible iOS device, go into the Settings app under General > Software Update, and then follow the directions. To upgrade using a computer, be sure that your iOS device is connected. From there, go into the iTunes application, and select iTunes > Check for Updates.
To upgrade OTA, you must be connected to a Wi-Fi network.
If the update isn't showing up for you just yet, try a little bit later.
We plan on publishing a number of how-to videos and stories in the coming days about iOS 7. In addition, be sure to take a look at our previous iOS 7 coverage right here.
In the meantime, here is an introductory look at iOS 7:
One final note: Today will be a busy day. As such, don't be surprised if downloads from Apple run very, very slow.
Once you install iOS 7, let us know what you think by using the comments below.