Software Update 9.2

Apple releases software updates regularly that add useful new features as well as fix many bugs and issues present in older versions.  If your iPad is not up to date, you could be missing out on fixes to problems that you are experiencing.  iOS update 9.2 fixes many issues with apps such as Mail and Camera as well as adds a few new features.
For a complete list of bug fixes and added features in this update, check this link:
Apple Update Info Link

It is important to keep your devices up to date to avoid possibly damaging bugs or problems in your device.  This is why you should update to iOS 9.2 as soon as possible.

How to install:

Please make sure your iPad is on or above 50% battery

FYI- This update may take a couple hours please allow yourself to have time

-Go to "Settings", click "General", then click on "Software Update"

-For information on the update please read the update information

-If needed, click "Learn More" for more information to learn more about the update

-Once you want to update scroll to the bottom and click "Download and Install", this should automatically begin the update and once finished it will install.

If you have any questions or trouble feel free to stop by the Help Desk.

Friends of Seniors Computer Class

For the past three years, I have been part of the Friends of Seniors club.  This is a community outreach club that volunteers to help senior citizens in and around Upton.  This includes the towns of Mendon and Uxbridge.  I have been the Vice President for the last two years.  What I mainly do is run a computer class at the Upton Senior center every Wednesday.

Every week, I drive to the Upton Senior center and spend an hour with the members there teaching them about technology.  It started as a simple troubleshooting session, but has formed into a full blown class teaching Word, Facebook, and other useful skills.  Folks bring in their personal devices such as iPhones, iPads, and laptops or simply use the desktops provided by the senior center.  Due to the variety of experience and knowledge level present in the people I am teaching, I usually spend a lot of time one on one.  This is great because it allows me to get to know each person.

I have seen great progress in the people I am teaching, and have gotten to know them very well.  Technology is often out of reach for senior citizens because it is difficult to learn if you don't grow up with it.  This computer class helps these senior citizens learn to use technology in their everyday lives in ways such as speaking to relatives across the country or printing out directions.

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