It’s at this time of year when we normally get alerts offering us the choice to upgrade to the latest operating systems. However, before you hit the ‘OK’ button, press pause! There isn’t really a right or wrong choice in terms of when you upgrade but with over 30 years’ experience we are able to give you the best advice and help you through the process of when and how.
MICROSOFT WINDOWS 11
So, the big news this month, launched on 5th October, is Windows 11. It has had a major redesign so does look different from previous versions. Not all computers will be compatible, and if so, your laptop or desktop may not alert you to the upgrade option. Some devices will offer you the upgrade, but your system may only just be suitable and as a result you may lose performance, so it is wise to be cautious.
Our recommendation at Cool Breeze is to hold fire for now and wait for the rest of the world to upgrade their devices. All major upgrades will have their teething problems that Microsoft will need to iron out, so waiting a while will allow us at Cool Breeze to carry out some testing and advise you on your specific circumstances and devices, and when, how and if to upgrade.
APPLE IOS 15 AND IPAD OS 15
Apple launches annual updates to their mobile and tablet devices, and this is the latest. As with any updates, not all devices will be supported, but if it isn’t then you won’t be offered the option to upgrade.
If you can though, we would highly recommend that you upgrade to this latest version. It can take about an hour to complete the process, so you won’t be able to use your phone or device for some or most of this time.
This latest upgrade does have some really useful new features which we will share in more detail with you soon. Gary’s favourite one is the ability to search any app on your phone for text/words (even in a photo!) – and is a great time saver!
Apple iOS 15 and iPad OS 15 has been out for a few weeks now and we have detected no major issues so, if you would like to upgrade, either call us at Cool Breeze or head to your ‘Settings’ and System Update to kick things off.
Models supported for iOS 15 are the iPhone 6s and newer
Models supported for iPad OS 15 are:
- iPad Mini 4 and newer
- iPad Air 2 and newer
- iPad 5th Generation and newer
- All iPad pro models
APPLE MAC os Monterey
This is not yet released but due any day now. Our advice is the same as for Windows 11 above, and to wait until any known bugs are ironed out. Apple will resolve these with further incremental updates so delaying your upgrade would be a wise move.
If your device is compatible to the new upgrades, you will be offered the option when you open your device. You will need to go to System preferences – Software updates – Mac OS Big Monterey – upgrade now
Models supported include:
- MacBook 2016 and later
- iMac 2015 and later
- MacBook Pro and Air 2015 and later.
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