iOS 4.2 pushed back to November 24th?
According to sources close to Apple, the release of iOS 4.2 for iPhone and iPad has been delayed until November 24th. The Telegraph reports:
But a source that works closely with Apple said that the company had shelved its original plan to release the software update today, and had instead pushed back the launch until later this month.
Although this isn't technically a delay (Apple officially announced that iOS 4.2 will be released sometime in November), it was thought that Apple might have been planning to release iOS 4.2 today.
Apple released iTunes 10.1 earlier today, something they usually do at least a few days in advance of any major firmware update. Additionally, devs were seeded a new GM build of iOS 4.2 for the iPad just a few hours ago which corrected the WiFi issues plaguing the previous GM build. All of this suggests to us that Apple simply wants to ensure there are no overlooked issues that need to be patched before an official release.
Regardless, we're still a little miffed about the possibility of not getting iOS 4.2 for another 12 days. How do you feel about a release on November 24th? Let us know in the comments!
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I'm still surprised AirPrint is gone, I'm not advertising anymore of apples sh*t.
well i think is sucks. but i would rather it come out and work thank come out and brick things...
This is all good and everything but I wished they would have taken this much care before releasing the iPhone4. The design is aesthetically beautiful but an engineering nightmare. I'm starting to wish I never bought it.
Sick out of my mind but dont care anymore because they said sometime in November so it's right there
I'm sick of waiting. Speed it up! How hard can it be!?
I was waiting this update because of the my language in keyboard. So I'm bored now.
Well, they said available in November. As far as I'm concerned, that is still on schedule. Ironic that people want Apple to hurry up on this but complain if they release buggy software.
Really... is everyone that upset? We've made it through our entire lives without iOS 4.2 so is another 12 days that big of a deal? I think everyone needs to stop working for the day, go have a beer, and relax!
Live with it
4.1 works alright, there's just a few bugs here and there. I hope 4.2 is golden when they release it.
The bright side is that more developers will be able to get their updates in for the release day.
@Dionte AirPrint isn't gone, they just took out network printing, which is basically if you don't have a wireless printer but it's hooked up to a computer on your network you can still use it to print. AirPrint is still there though, but I mean who doesn't have a wireless printer if you bought one in the past few years?
There are people who just can't wait for 4.2 that haven't installed the GM build yet? It's there, go get it.
Given this, a 4.1.1 to fix alarms would be nice.
"Joe says:
November 12, 2010 at 5:06 pm
There are people who just can’t wait for 4.2 that haven’t installed the GM build yet? It’s there, go get it."
I heard it was not advisable to do this unless you're not a developer. Not true?
Tired of waiting. But atleast they said novemeber and we are still in it. So hopefully soon.
Was really looking forward to this, folders and multi tasking on the iPad will be really great.
Man, what a bunch spoiled entitletards. You guys live and depend far too much on dumped.
We don't mind....were all too busy playing Black Ops!!!
"Man, what a bunch spoiled entitletards...." ~Shrike
Greatest. Post. Ever!!!
I couldn't have said it better myself.
@Andy
I agree!
I'm still waiting for Apple to de-brick my 3G. Last update helped but the thing is still laggy and unresponsive. So yeah, I am getting a little antsy.
please quit saying "multi tasking" because this is not multi tasking. Its joke tasking. I hate my freakin ipad and this is just another reason why i hate it. my wifi sucks.. it crashes when more than 1 app is backgrounded. its garbage!!! garbage!!!
Well, guys you really dont have to wait ya know. All yall have to do is download itunes beta 10.1.10 and the iPad iOS 4.2 GM firmware and install it. You dont need to have a dev account because its GM and working in the beta iTunes. Havent tried it on the official iTunes yet but I have my iPhone 3GS on iOS 4.2 GM and im not a dev. Not tryna put that out their but oh well
You are miffed about Apple delivering an update when they promised? Get a life TipB.
Go outside and take a walk.
Smart Apple. Releasing on the day Gran Tursimo 5 comes out (hopefully).
@Kareem have you jailbroken yet with limera1n and are you using Windows?
It's too bad they didn't release this, wait for the jailbreakers to tip their hand, then release a patch to fix the wifi issue and close the latest JB hole in the bargain.
That would teach them for whining.
Here is the second GM seed for iPad (iPad1,14.28C134b):
http://bit.ly/dektYP
When downloaded open iTunes and connect your iPad. You have to unzip the downloaded file. In iTunes hold down the shift-key and click on "restore". Select the unzipped file and you are ready to go iOS 4.2.
Enjoy!
Of course downloading file and installing it is at own risk. I haven't done it yet, just found the GM seed for iPad. Just wanted to tell it to the persons who can't wait for the official iOS 4.2 update!
@audit Yeah! I have jailbroken my iPhone on iOS 4.2 with Redsn0w but Cydia is not compatiable with iOS 4.2. Everytime I tried to open up the Cydia app it would open and close after. So I restored it to iOS 4.2 to remove Cydia and use im using windows.
People, theres no risk. Its a GM firmware. You dont need a dev account. Seriously, im on iOS 4.2 for iPhone 3GS. Once you update your good money but if you have a jailbroken iPhone & unlocked iPhone I suggest you guys wait
Hopefully Apple will be implementing new features... like custom SMS tones.
Jeff they said there are custom SMS tones. But they still suck.
Hmm... While they're at it, wish they could add a button to iPhone's keyboard to make the keyboard go away, as on the iPad. it is a pain sometimes on the yahoo app after updating status (keyboard stays up, and cant get to controls at the bottom, have to open a fake new msg then close it to make keyboard lower down...i know it a yahoo app issue, but that extra button on keyboard would be cool).
I just downloaded the GM. It's nothing special.
They should have released 4.2 as is, because why would the people like me have to wait 12 more days for something that affects the iPad when I don't even own one.
Can someone provide a link to new HP printers that will be "Airprint" compatible? Was thinking of buying HP C410a. Thanks.
Kareem, where did you get 4.2GM?
Hey everyone.. I was just wondering... regardless of the release date for iOS 4.2, with the TV mode and closed-captioning set to "on", will that eventually work? That's one issue that Apple should work on before releasing the new iOS. I've seen the pros and cons when we'd be able to upgrade the iOS, but... just wanted to see what everyone thinks about that because, myself, I'm a hard-of-hearing person. I'd like to be able to watch movies, TV shows, and podcasting with closed-captioning feature on/enabled (but sadly doesn't work on iOS 3.2.2) when on a road trip or something. Thanks, everyone!
I'm in no hurry. I think I will go have a beer with Mike.
it will be out on the 16 at 10:00 am apple time
and AirPrint will be live
Sure they said November, but now this is lateee November. So it's okay to be slightly ticked.
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Who cares. A bunch of lame text tones. Seriously, I am very disappointed w this phone. The fact that a text message totally disrupts my life on this phone and can't be shut off. Is a total joke.
Don Omar meet the orphans out now
I hope Apple Top Dog is right but either way at least they are not pushing it back till Dec yet... But what ever iPhone Rocks I don't know why people have to complain so much?!?! My iPhones have worked better then any other electric device I have ever had from Game Consols to PC's to Blackberry's... I can't wait to buy our iMac & iPad soon...!!!
Robert, just turn off preview in settings and/or sell it and buy another phone. We all have choices.
R u kidding me, November 24 th.First they say it's the 8th, then the 12th, then the 16th, and the 24 th. I will not wait that long.
We don't want buggy software. Take your time Steve Jobs. Beta versions are serving their purpose.
I did turn off pre view. It still pops up and says I have a text. It doesnt show the message but still interrupts what I'm doing.
Can it be disabled totally?
That's my birthday!!!!!
"dumped"
Damn you iOS auto correct! Damn you to hell!
i cant wait!!!!!!!!!!!!
Can apple put anything as of late when they say they are going to. This is just another white iphone roll back.
How is this a rollback???
They said November. They are on time.
First of all THEY didn't say anything about releasing on the 8th. WildlyTech.. where did you get this information? Just because the blogs are out making up stories as usual doesn't make it fact. We have NOTHING to be upset at Apple about here.. even if it were to slip past November. (although then we could say they promised something and didn't deliver on time ala Microsoft, which wouldn't be a good habit to get into)
Let them perfect it as much as possible. How many times have they been burned buy releasing something that seems to not be tested out enough. Last thing we need now is a bunch of anti-Apple whiners laughing because iOS 4.2 created wireless issues and frustrated people.
Get it right, then release it. I'm eager to get it but I'll wait as long as it takes.
Microsoft always launched their new software exactly when they said they would. Win 95 is a good example. Included with each was a guarantee of no fewer than 10 blue screens of death.
I'm firmly convinced that the people bitching about the delayed release of 4.2 are doing a bit. At least I think they are doing a bit. Like Bill Shatner said on SNL 25 years ago....."GET A LIFE....MOVE OUT OF YOUR PARENTS BASEMENTS!! YOU THERE....HAVE YOU EVEN KISSED A GIRL!!"
@Gage - no they took out 99.9% of all printers, and left support for about 5 - HP specific printers and I bet you don't have one.
They should have provided a framework that all printer manufacturers could have plugged into so they could support older printers and
not just new ones
If the IPAD build is an issue, why make the iPhone and iPod users wait? They can make those builds available. Why do all devices have to be released at the same time? Heck, if they release it now for the iPhone/iPod they may find something else they can be a week ahead on fixing for the next builds for all devices.
Jobs and his hush hush secrecy is ridiculous. Just tell us what's going on and planned dates. We can take it Steve...REALLY. You can leave the dates open and we WILL understand that. It's better than all these stupid rumors floating around. What's the harm in telling everyone, "Our plan is to release all three device builds on Nov 12, unless we detect a problem." "Oops...we detected a problem in the iPad build and are going to investigate and fix...we pushed the date to Nov 24 so we can adequately test it." I and a lot of others would be fine with that.
But Nooooooooooo....big Stevie I firmly believe gets his kicks being ultimate master of his universe and lording over info. Probably reads the blogs and chuckles to himself about how silly we all are. "Hey, come read this blog...OMG they are so funny and wrong! Hey, leak Y and lets see how it drives them all nuts for the next week...yeah..."
Great product vs. obnoxious arrogant CEO...great product vs. obnoxious arrogant CEO...???? Sigh...