iOS 7: 6 tips before downloading the update

The latest mobile OS from Apple is available for download. An expert gives some advice before taking the plunge and switch iOS 7. Here are the tips suggested by Mike Reed, IT Engineer at MobileIron, a company specializing in solutions for mobile device management.
 

iOS 7

1 - Update all applications

While the App Store does not report, better make sure your applications are up to date. Since Tuesday, the updates, including compatibility with the latest iOS, succeed each other in a continuous stream. 

2 - Save the terminal double

Via iTunes or iCloud. "If you need to restore your device, you also want to be able to restore data applications," said Mike Reed. "During the backup, the application is preserved. But we must also save the data attached to it, otherwise they will not be kept. "Here is a link to the Apple Web page that explains how to backup and restore their iOS device.  

3 - Keep the passwords for all applications and all services protected

"It is not excluded that after the update, applications and services require again enter the password" warns Mike Reed. "Make sure you have on hand and you can connect to the website application, check if your email before confirming the change of password."

4 - Have the latest version of iTunes

"You must have the latest version of iTunes - 11.05 - if you plan to back up your device with iTunes or decide to install iOS 7 from iTunes."

5 - Be ready to dispense with your mobile iOS for a day

If you run the update and it fails, the device can remain "stuck in recovery mode and it may take some time to solve the problem," warns the engineer. "If you can not live without your iPhone or iPad, better wait before you embark on an update on the fly,"

6 - Allow time for download

"Many people will rush to download the update when it becomes available and Apple's servers may be saturated," said Mike Reed. "The download time will be affected ".    

For more info about iOS7 and How to use it, watch this Video