Originally Posted by Asharp

I had originally planned to upgrade to 6 the first chance I had, but I haven't because I can't find the time to double check the backups of my files.

It seems like a few of the problems members report in this and similar threads could have been avoided by backing up data. However, members are also "complaining" about and asking for help with iOS 6 related data losses in areas I would not have anticipated, so I'm making sure I back up files I normally don't bother with to avoid potential data losses in those areas.

In addition, members are reporting problems that would seriously impact my work efficiency were such problems to happen to me, so now I'm subscribing to certain threads to see how their issues can be resolved so I can have workarounds handy just in case one is needed.

From this perspective, people's complaints and negative reports are not mere "whining" but quite valuable input that is helping people like me to reduce the possible incidence of future upgrading complications.

It is important to remember that a lot of folks are not having any problems at all, aside from the lost of the youtube app and the change to maps. I updated two devices and neither of them suffered any data loss. The maps change has zero impact for me because it was always weak so i found better alternatives. Better to let google do its own apps than tk have apple doing it for them.

Originally Posted by AQ_OC

It is important to remember that a lot of folks are not having any problems at all, aside from the lost of the youtube app and the change to maps. I updated two devices and neither of them suffered any data loss. The maps change has zero impact for me because it was always weak so i found better alternatives. Better to let google do its own apps than tk have apple doing it for them.

I'm aware of that too. I read about the changes in 6 before the upgrade went into effect, so some of the common complaints aren't news to me.

And If I remember correctly, there were also a lot of complaints about the previous upgrade, but I never experienced a single problem myself. It's just that I have more to lose because the iPad is so much more a part of what I do than even 6 months ago that I'm just being a bit more cautious.

I have actually found that the updates have made me even more productive.

Originally Posted by Asharp

I'm aware of that too. I read about the changes in 6 before the upgrade went into effect, so some of the common complaints aren't news to me.

And If I remember correctly, there were also a lot of complaints about the previous upgrade, but I never experienced a single problem myself. It's just that I have more to lose because the iPad is so much more a part of what I do than even 6 months ago that I'm just being a bit more cautious.

I understand. I use my everyday at work. Integral to many functions. But since I use dropbox, I can quickly switch over to a laptop when needed.

Dropbox is definitely worth having. We share a paid account and most of our life is on it. I also backup to iCloud too, just have too much important information I don't want to lose, and I want to have access to regardless of which type of technology I am.

Thanks for all your help, but unfortunately I still cannot update to IOS 6. I now have a £400 brick that I can do nothing with. I can't update and I can't restore. There are still two options left. I can take my brick to the Apple store or option two (my favourite). Our apartment is on the ninth floor and from our lounge window we can see the Avon Gorge and the Clifton Suspension Bridge which crosses it. I don't think I could throw my brick as far as the gorge but I could give it a ninety foot drop test.

That might be satisfying for a few seconds, but on the whole I'd recommend option #1.

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Anybody noticed that you have to download the dictionary if you want the definition of a word in the mail, notes or other apps? Well that for me is not so much of a complaint but I didn't have to do that In iOS 5 . However after downloading the dictionary it's working fine

Sent from my iPad3 on iOS 6

Originally Posted by Mimshacktee

Anybody noticed that you have to download the dictionary if you want the definition of a word in the mail, notes or other apps? Well that for me is not so much of a complaint but I didn't have to do that In iOS 5 . However after downloading the dictionary it's working fine

Sent from my iPad3 on iOS 6

I haven't had a problem with the dictionary at all. It works fine in all the iOS apps and others and never needed to be downloaded.

As I noted in the iOS forum, though, I'm having issues getting the full options menu when selecting text in iBooks for copying. I don't know if It is an iOS glitch or something weird going on on my iPad due to another installed app causin ginterference. Hopefully, it will either clear up on its own or someone will come up with a solution for me.

I have seen a lot of complaints about the new AppStore, but I for one love it. I always found all those tiny icons overwhelming and being an older person I really appreciate the now very easy to see results.

I didn't use Maps or YouTube very much so no problem there at all. My wifi is pretty stable, web pages load pretty quickly, maybe even a little faster than before. Some of my iOS5 apps are glitchy. So while I don't love iOS6 and am not super enthusiastic about it, I think it will be fine in the long run, after we get used to it and Aople makes some tweaks.

I have used Android phones and tablets for the most part and am new to the iPad as of four months ago. For all those who think that life will be better if you run on over to Android, here's a heads up: things are just as difficult and glitchy over there. The forums are full of people threatening to go over to Apple, because the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence. But, as my son says, its astroturf.

My biggest complaint with iOS6 (iPhone 5 really) is the battery life. Has anyone noticed an issue with battery life for iOS 6 with iPad? Curious if this is an iOS or hardware issue.