What You Need to Know About iOS 7

Is Apple’s new operating system for you?

Let Me Upgrade You - Are Americans cashing out for the latest iPhones, Galaxys and Droids? Or are people upgrading and trading in older devices? BET.com takes a look at cellphone buyback and upgrade plans to see how they work and if they are cost effective. —Dominique Zonyéé(Photo: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

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iOS 7 Is New and Improved - Apple launched the new iOS 7 software last week, and social media went crazy this weekend with one in three users complaining about download problems ranging from length of time to losing phone data and more. BET.com compiled a list of all you need to know about iOS 7. – Dominique Zonyéé(Photo: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

What Is iOS 7? - Six years in the making, iOS 7 is Apple’s latest software that controls all the basics of your gadget, including the look, feel, settings and hardware.(Photo: AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)

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What Is iOS 7? - Six years in the making, iOS 7 is Apple’s latest software that controls all the basics of your gadget, including the look, feel, settings and hardware.(Photo: AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)

iOS 6 vs. iOS 7: What’s the Difference? - The biggest difference is the look. iOS 7 features an updated notifications and time-control system. The camera offers a new square photo option. Siri’s voice-search tool adds an option for male voice.(Photo: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

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iOS 6 vs. iOS 7: What’s the Difference? - The biggest difference is the look. iOS 7 features an updated notifications and time-control system. The camera offers a new square photo option. Siri’s voice-search tool adds an option for male voice.(Photo: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

What Products Can I Update? - iOS 7 is not compatible with all Apple products. However, all fourth generation products are, including the iPad 2 and 3. The iPad mini and iPod touch can also be upgraded. Just in case you are worried about your device, here is a full list of all upgradeable products.(Photo: Lintao Zhang/Getty Images)

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What Products Can I Update? - iOS 7 is not compatible with all Apple products. However, all fourth generation products are, including the iPad 2 and 3. The iPad mini and iPod touch can also be upgraded. Just in case you are worried about your device, here is a full list of all upgradeable products.(Photo: Lintao Zhang/Getty Images)

Two Degrees of Separation - The government will no longer access phone records of more than two people removed from an individual being monitored by officials, down from three people removed from an individual being investigated.(Photo: Mark Lennihan/AP Photo)

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Why Should I Update? - If you want to feel like you have a new phone, go ahead and update. But remember there is no rush. Once you upgrade, there is no turning back. The new software has a few glitches, so older device users beware. New Apple products come iOS 7 equipped. (Photo: AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)

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How Long Will the Update Take? - Since iOS 7 is new and in high demand, the length of time it takes to upgrade will depend on Apple’s server. The overall upgrade time could range from 40-335 minutes.(Photo: AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Ryan Remiorz)

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How Long Will the Update Take? - Since iOS 7 is new and in high demand, the length of time it takes to upgrade will depend on Apple’s server. The overall upgrade time could range from 40-335 minutes.(Photo: AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Ryan Remiorz)

Get Off Your Phone - We all use our cellphones as a clutch. But if you have it in hand the whole time you’re out, there is less of a chance anyone would want to spark up a conversation with you. Challenge yourself to keep your phone locked away for at least 20 minutes and see what happens. (Photo: Alejandro Rivera/Getty Images)

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OK, I Am Convinced. Let’s Update. - The first step? Back up your device, then proceed to download the new iOS 7 software. If you are ready to download, go here.(Photo: Alejandro Rivera/Getty Images)