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For those of you who are updating to iOS 7 today, just a warning that its going to take around 5 hours to do the update, which will include some down time for your device, so you might want to wait to set it going when you head for bed, rather than interrupt game play.
If you think I've suddenly gone all 'techie', not the case, This message is courtesy of my 'computer whiz' daughter.
Hope the update goes well for you.
(She is around to answer questions)
Thank you Woozle and your daughter for the warning.
I bet the server (from Apple, not Hay Day) are slow right now.
5 hours?! Unreal.
It typically happens on the first day of a new iOS update release. Think I'll hold off til tomor or the weekend til the mad rush dies down.
Nothing will come between me and my Hay Day! :)
I can't say how hammered Apple's serves will be, but please make a backup of our device before updating!! :) I have iOS 7 on my iPhone and Hay Day rocks with it.
Cheers,
Nick
i dont understand, why does it takes 5 hrs. as far as i understand, its just an update of the cosmetic aspect mostly of ios, even if its a "overhaul" but lol it sure does looks like an android interface now.
I have not updated yet, i usually wait a while, but i still don't understand why does it takes 5 hours? is this through itunes?
Its not going to be 5 hours. As developer I already got updated my devices to the beta versions. Each takes about half and hour to proceed trough good wifi.Quote:
Originally Posted by Woozle
The gm edition (the final one that comes today) is going to take max an hour even less. Depends. But 5 hours? Seriously? Don't think so...
Think of it this way, u have a bunch of people trying to get across a toll bridge at the same time...traffic will slow down but u will eventually get across. Whereas if there's no traffic, getting to the other side would be quick.Quote:
Originally Posted by mzmflo
When i saw the message from pjawn /pjaw/pf..... i don't know.. lolzzz :o, i immediatly went to settings for updating, didn't knew about the 5 hours yet. It takes a long time indeed, but gladly i can still play hayday meanwhile.
i'm so curious to experience myself how hayday goes with it!
And this is the first time in my whole apple-life that i know the same day that there's an ios update:o Thanks to this forum.
Normally i update after getting a message on my device, and thats always more then a week later :rolleyes:
just download the ipsw from mirror??????? not gonna take 5 hrs...Quote:
Originally Posted by Haystacker
i think i misunderstood OP. so its 5 hours to DOWNLOAD? i was like whatttt??? 5 hours to install?
my bad
Where can I download the iOS 7 on my iPad? I can't find on my setting or anything else... Thanks!
Never mind, found it!
Pits out for US currently. If you live in Europe it will take an hour more until you receive the notification on the setting icon.Quote:
Originally Posted by SweetDeeDee12
Maybe not 5 hours to download ipsw file and install via iTunes but it could be an approximative time to download and install via WIFI directly from the device.
iOS7 is released wordwide simultaneously. You need to launch the search for update: Settings > General > Software update
So to clarify - when I started my download it said expected download time was 5 hours, but in reality the whole process took just under an hour on my iPhone 5, with only about 20 minutes of it being switched off to reboot. Can't say how long the ipad will take as mum's is refusing to download the new software at present. And no, its not through itunes but via settings > General > Software update.Quote:
Originally Posted by mzmflo
Hope that helps!
yeah i always only just download ipsw from mirror and update manually. i like to be in control. LOL
Hi SweetDeeDee, if you go to settings (the silver cogs), then General, then software update, it will then tell you that there is new software (iOS 7) ready to download.Quote:
Originally Posted by SweetDeeDee12
As someone else has also mentioned, please back up your device to your computer first (via iTunes), as this will save your data and make the process easier.
You can also backup through icloud on your device.Quote:
Originally Posted by laurasauras
By the way it's fabulous!!! Love it!!! :) Here is a shot hehe
http://i.imgur.com/1JC8j0c.jpg
That's awesome! The new icons look kinda toyish tho and will definitely take a little getting used to. I'm more interested in the control center and Siri's new manly voice lolQuote:
Originally Posted by topvase
Forget waiting til the weekend. Downloading after work! :D
new game center icon > old game center icon for me lol
I already have it on my iPad. I'm an Apple fanboy, so I clicked "download" at 1:02 EST. :cool: It took an hour, (until 2:14 EST) but on my iPhone 4 it says 24 hours.Quote:
Originally Posted by topvase
(Hint: 8 million people clicked download between 1:05 PM EST and 1:06 PM EST. :rolleyes:)
Lol. That's funny. I got the beta 6 before 2 weeks or so and I'm still waiting the notification for gold master... Gonna try trough iTunes..Quote:
Originally Posted by Fishfam
For me i'm downloading the ios7 right now and looks petty good. At 200 MB and only 30 minute left :) It is a huge file.
Ok....HELP. This iOS 7 upgrade. Do I get an automatic update message sent to my devices, or do I have to go look for them ?. I know, I know. I'm so not good with all this kind of stuff. Do I have to update all my devices ?
Hmm... I think you can get more info on the web. Here's a link to start with:
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2423350,00.asp
iOS7 is not available for ALL device and you do have to go look for them. And ALWAYS do a full backup via iTunes.
And my next question...how. How to I backup through iTunes?. I have it. I have a few apple devices. My iPhone, iPads and my MacBook Pro. Why do I feel a trip to some computer wizz coming up lol.
Hi Sweetie, I'll get Laura to talk you through it on my Facebook messenger if you like.Quote:
Originally Posted by Nink
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Originally Posted by Nink
Don't wait for notification... The server is full... iTunes for the win:
1. Open iTunes and go Help > Check for Updates.
2. After you download the latest Version of iTunes connect your iPad trough USB.
2. Do full backup just in case something crush.
4. Check for Update from iPad's summary page in iTunes.
5. You're done. The update trough iTunes is out worldwide so go for it.
Ps: Update all devices, I recommend to you so you get all new features.
Cheers,
official how to step by step.Quote:
Originally Posted by Nink
select how to back up under the "itunes"
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1766
theres images there to guide you through, so maybe be more helpful.
Hi my lovely. I just sent you a PM...Quote:
Originally Posted by Woozle
Wow the download only took me like less than 2 minute. now I'm stalling the ios7. BTW this is for my iPad Mini. I have upgraded to Samsung Galaxy S 4 for my phone. I will still use my iphone 4S (but will remain at ios 6.
Thank you peeps, for your comments/help. I will have a little look.
updated my i5, i am leaving i4 with os6. now updating my ipad. why does it need 3.3gb space lol... i only had 2.9gb left on my ipad and wasnt able to update had to delete stuff :(
use ipad mostly for studies i have alot of reference books there plus my hobby books. next time im buying an ipad with alot of mem. :mad:
first impression, it felt like some theme that i dont like lol... had to google how to close app in ios 7. the new music player look feels amateurish i really dislike it. prefer the feel of the old one better. oh well.
2 hours and then an error. Reminded me why I normally wait a few days after release!
just tap it again to install. it gave me that error too, i just retap the install button and it worked.Quote:
Originally Posted by Cazzabee
Tried that didnt work. I'm just gonna wait. I normally wait....dunno why I decided to do try it this time LOL. It should go through with no issues at the weekend
did you restart your device? and try again?
Yeah i've done this a few years now. Know all the tricks LOL.
I've experienced the pain of losing everything too so make sure I know what Im doing LOL
Nearly 11pm here too so it can wait till I have some more time
yup the servers are officially congested now. I have no problem updating on my phone but my ipad took 7 tries to verify.
everyone and their dogs are updating their phones all at once :P
Just installed iOS 7. Took about 30 minutes from start to finish.Quote:
Originally Posted by mzmflo
I agree...aside from the new colorful icons, everything else is so bland. Black and white everywhere :(. I haven't played with all the new features yet but I'm sure there are some cool stuff that's worth the download. All in all, aesthetically speaking, I much prefer iOS 6.
Don't worry, I had to google how to close apps too. Doh! Lol
Ok, for all you experts out there, I have a question. Two actually.
How do I stop all my old emails showing on the home screen? It's saying I have 380 emails, instead if just the number of how many new.
How do I close apps?
i turned on the much touted improved camera and uh, well theres a square and photo function.. i dont get it. looks about the same to me lolQuote:
Originally Posted by Haystacker
yeah they are copying android in such an obvious way... if i want an android i get one =.= my whole family are using android phones except me and my brothers. younger brother is a recent convert. my mom wants to play hay day with us. and shes using a samsung.
its too uh windows 8 feel :( not original at all, i am with you, i prefer the ios 6 looks
lol you too eh? i kept tapping on the icons and it did nothing lol
edit:finally updated my ipad now i got to google another thing... the orientation lock does not work :s
you too tink? LOLQuote:
Originally Posted by Tinkerbell
to close apps double tap home screen and swipe UP the thumb nails
as for emails, i havent figured that out... i went from 38 unread before update to 970 lol...
From Apple - "This update features a beautiful new design and contains hundreds of new features, including Control Centre, AirDrop, iTunes Radio and improvements to Notification Centre, Multitasking, Camera, Photos, Safari, Siri and more."
ipad 3 - Go to settings/general/software update... Whole thing took 12mins...
Woozle - Siri is upgraded... This should be interesting for you...??? lol
John.
iPhone 5 took appr 45mins, same with iPad 4. Pretty quick. Now to just get use to it lol
Holy! So many whites:eek:... I rather have a colours on the keyboards & internet bar.
Haha, seems I'm not the only one. Thanx for your advice, simple really. Now if only I could figure out the emails, I've tried everything I could think of and it seems the only way would be to delete all the old emails. Let me know if you find anything.Quote:
Originally Posted by mzmflo
Cheers, Tink
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Originally Posted by SweetDeeDee12
:(:(:(:( SO WHITE yes sigh my fav wallpaper not going to work now :s
http://i889.photobucket.com/albums/a...ps7c841fd5.jpg
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Originally Posted by mzmflo
My etes hurt :D Change your background or atleast make it negative effect.
I SAD!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by topvase
it was so pretty before lol but yeah i need a diff bg now
I upgraded over night......Quote:
Originally Posted by mzmflo
Is this for iPhone 4?
I can't get this to work.
Anyone know how to hard close the apps?
Thanks,
Marcus.
Apple say it worked with iphone 4 and up. to close the app you double tap the home button then there be a bunch of thumbnails depending on how many apps you have open. SWIPE UPWARDS on the thumbnail to hard close the apps.Quote:
Originally Posted by MARCUST147
i didnt update my iphone 4 i am leaving it on os 6 so i dont know, but so far i get some bit of freeze on my ipad 4 after the update but its pretty seamless on my iphone 5. so sorry i cant really help you with your phone.
I managed, thanks.Quote:
Originally Posted by mzmflo
Once you have the mini-pictures showing with the app names below them you have to select the picture of the app you want to close and then swipe it up. Does not work by selecting the app name.
Thanks again.
Marcus.
yeah, thats exactly what i said lol.. except apple called them pictures as thumbnails so i am just using back the same word for it. but yes you swipe upwards to close.Quote:
Originally Posted by MARCUST147
I upgraded my ipad 4 tonight after I backed it up on iCloud. Ipad said it would take an hour, but it took about 1:15. The lack of contrast will take some getting used to. It looks anemic.
Hello,just finished updating to IOS 7 and it took less than an hour for me(Hong Kong)Quote:
Originally Posted by Woozle
Not sure how, but my email is only showing the number of new emails not the total.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tinkerbell
Updated my ipad mini for a few houra now. Anyone else noticing that Hay Day is very laggy and unresponsive IF apps are running in the background? If i close all then it's back to normal.
SC did you test this scenario too? Im interested in your experiences.
ajszi
I am glad I started this thread, it seems to have been quite popular and everyone was able to help each other. My daughter is still with me 'working from home' at the moment (she's Laurasauras on the forum) she's happy to help but won't be able to answer questions immediately. However the likelihood is that somebody else on the forum will, so if you're stuck, keep posting.
Now I have a question, I play Hay Day on my daughter's iPad. (The poor girl left it with me six months ago and has never got it back!). She had never played Hay Day on the iPad, but had Game Centre set up in her name. When I started playing Hay Day she created a new Game Centre account for me in my name, and a new Apple ID and password for me as well. She plays Hay Day on her iPhone. After the update this morning her iPad resorted to her original Game Centre settings, ie. in her name, and we had to reset Game Centre in my name.
my question is, is everyone aware that you can run more than one Game Centre account on an iPad? And also more than one Apple ID? I know all the advice is that you can't run more than one Hay Day game, but would not two separate GC accounts and two separate Apple IDs facilitate this? We don't really want to do this but I'm just curious whether in theory it would work. Any thoughts?
Okay, iOS7 updated on iPod Touch 5 via Wifi. Everything went smoothly :).
Yes, the Apple ID is not tied with the device but to the service you choose to use with it (iMessage, Facetime, Game Center, AppStore...) and you can switch Apple ID.Quote:
Originally Posted by Woozle
I think it should be able but not recommended to have 2 farms on 1 device, each tied with separated Apple ID. Still, the risk of losing your farm is just 1 tap away (when asked to replace the current farm with the new one) and there is no recovery possible, given the bonding process farm-Apple ID is out of our control.
I don't like the look of it at all. Too much white, which will be glaring and straining on the eyes rather than the soothing color balance of iOS6, and the icons look so cartoonish and bland. I also like the old game center icon better. You know just by looking at it what it is. Same with photos...the camera was self explanatory but what looks like a 70's colored flower just doesn't work for me aesthetically. :(
I'm going to keep the old version until I know more about the new features and if they are worth it to me to deal with the new visuals.
Hope all you folks keep posting as you get to know the iOS7 and give input on the new features and how beneficial they are.
@mzmflo: I love your background, shame you may have to lose it.
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Originally Posted by Cricks3
If you want so much to stay with the old version and in the same time to use the new features you can just jailbreak your decide and set it as you wish.
ps: there are a lot of minuses in this stuff and it's illegal in a way...
Hey TinkerbellQuote:
Originally Posted by Tinkerbell
if you just click the edit button on your list then "mark all" then "mark as read" this will retain your old emails but will show them as read hence will take away the high number of emails. Next time you refresh emails it will only show your new ones
Is it really just me and you guys dont see any lag, slowness with Hay Day on IOS7? Im wondering what could be wrong with my setup. All the other games run smoothly but hay day.
again, this only happens when there are apps running in the background!
I updated this morning and it only took about fifteen minutes. I guess it depends on three things - your version of iPad (I don't have iPhone) - your wifi speed - how many are trying to download at the same time.Quote:
Originally Posted by Woozle
How do I get back with old version on my iPad? Any ideas?
i didn't like the white stuff cause it's too much whites.
i have experienced some lag and slowness with hayday on my ipad 4 with ios7 this is only with chrome running in the background.Quote:
Originally Posted by ajszi
but its really smooth and awesome on my iphone 5 with ios7.
i guess i need to buy an ipad 5 when it comes out?
if u dont want ios7, and want a roll back, u need to download ipsw file of ios 6 that suits your ipad versionQuote:
Originally Posted by SweetDeeDee12
then go into itunes, backup, factory reset your phone and then you have to manually select the ipsw to roll back.
http://www.imore.com/how-downgrade-i...eta-back-ios-6
heres a link, i know it says ios 7 beta to ios 6, but the methods are the same. one thing though, if you arent really tech savvy, you should get someone to do this for you.
thanks cricks! but i sadly need to change it cause too much white and hurting my eyes. i changed to a new one.Quote:
Originally Posted by Cricks3
the only thing i like so far about the new features are airdrop. sharing stuff between my devices makes simpler.
i like control center, it really makes it more fluid to toggle certain functions like bluetooth, wifi, camera, clock, etc
i dont really feel anything for the camera, and i have mentioned previously the colour on the new music player sucks.
siri doesnt affect me, since i dont turn it on. She dont understand my australian accent.
i like the airdrop... without the need to use icloud, airdrop is awesome to share images and documents between devices.
have not check out itunes radio yet.
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i have updated my iphone 5 in 15min or less, so far no lag but i only play hay day and have closed every app i have running on the background.
As far as differences:
I hate the white
I have the child look
i have the big icons and the fact they have limited to almost 1/2 the apps you can see on a
Also the new place of the settings/definitions is horrible i can't find anything past
Using a slightly bigger font for this.
For everyone that feels overwhelmed by IOS7, this is a website help article that is simple to teach you how to use a few new functions on IOS 7. Theres also some hidden functions you should turn off, so if you are concerned or curious, check this page out!
Thanks mzmflo the link was very helpful
We upgraded last night, both iPads and only took about 15 minutes - after we made sure everything was backed up. Not keen on so much white and I liked the old game centre better. My 'words with friends' game will not rotate from portrait view to landscape although everything else does. Emails are fine. Game centre automatically upgraded scrabble for me which I had avoided doing as I liked the old version:(Quote:
Originally Posted by Sunnyshine
I guess I will get used to it.:)
Thanks mzmflo for that link. There are a few things I have turned off butI will check it out.:)Quote:
Originally Posted by mzmflo
another science geek...I love it!Quote:
Originally Posted by mzmflo
Thanx for that link mzmflo, very helpful!Quote:
Originally Posted by mzmflo