Apple MC987LL/A, MC992LL/A, MC959LLA Updating Apps, Writing Reviews, Update an app, Write a review

Some apps use push notifications to alert you of new information, even when the app isn’t running. Notifications vary by app, but may include text or sound alerts, or a number on the app icon on the Home screen.

Updating Apps

The App Store checks for updates to apps you install. The App Store icon shows the total number of app updates available.

If an update is available when you access the App Store, the Updates screen appears immediately. App updates are downloaded and installed when you choose to update them.

Note: App upgrades are new releases, which you can purchase or download.

Update an app:

1At the bottom of the screen, tap Updates.

2Tap an app to see more information about the update.

3Tap Update.

Update all apps: At the bottom of the screen, tap Updates, then tap Update All.

If you try to update an app purchased with a different Apple ID, you’re prompted for that Apple ID and password.

Writing Reviews

You can write and submit app reviews on iPad.

Write a review:

1On the Info screen, scroll down to “Customer Ratings and Reviews.”

2Tap “Write a Review.”

3Set the rating (1–5 stars), enter a title for the review, and add optional review comments.

4Tap Submit.

Before submitting a review, you must be signed in with your Apple ID and have purchased or downloaded the app.

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