Nokia N900 - Manual (Page 111)

Check for updates
To see a list of installed application packages that can be
updated, select > App. manager and Update . The
list contains the name, version, and size of each package.
When you select a package, a short description of its contents
is displayed.
You can select the packages you want to update or update all
available packages. You can also sort update packages in the
same way as when browsing installable applications, or view
application details.
To prevent any possible loss of data, back up your data before
installing operating system updates.
Update software
Software updates may include new features and enhanced
functions that were not available at the time of purchase of
your device. Updating the software may also improve the
device performance. You can update the software in your
device with Application manager or with Nokia Software
Updater.
Automatic software updates
When new software updates are available for the operating
system or for Nokia or third party applications, or when there
are additional applications available for your device, is
displayed in the status area.
It is recommended that you install software updates as they
may contain important bug fixes and other updates. If you
dismiss the suggested updates, you can later install them
from the Application manager.
Downloading software updates may involve the transmission
of large amounts of data (network service).
Make sure that the device battery has enough power, or
connect the charger before starting the update.
Install software updates
1 Select the status area and New updates .
2 Select Update all , or select the packages to install and
Continue .
3 Confirm the installation.
Install additional applications
1 Select the status area and New releases .
2 To open a web page with details of an additional
application, select Download .
Check the version number of the software on your device
Select > Settings and About product . Or, select
> Phone and , and enter *#0000#.
Most software updates can be installed with the Application
manager. However, an update using Nokia Software Updater
may sometimes be necessary. In this case, you receive a
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