On 19/08/2013, at 6:28 PM, Ronda Brown <[email protected]> wrote: > I don't know where you downloaded the App from, it might be an unsigned .ipa > package. > The install process is one Apple believes in security through obscurity. >
Yes, it could well be unsigned. > Or Brushes v2 might not be compatible with iOS 6.1.3 > > Is v2 still on the App Store? I'm fairly sure when the app is updated the > previous version is deleted from the store. > That is why it is useful to make a copy of the App and store it somewhere > else, in case you want to go back to that version. Too late for that now, yes it is gone Severin > Cheers, > Ronni > > Sent from Ronni's iPad4 > > > > On 19/08/2013, at 5:06 PM, Severin Crisp <[email protected]> wrote: > >> Got there but it copies then comes up with "Failed to Install", as >> originally feared. I am not sure what else I can do. >> Thanks for all the help >> Severin >> >> On 19/08/2013, at 4:53 PM, Ronda Brown <[email protected]> wrote: >> >>> Hi Severin, >>> >>> I'm not sure I understand you. >>> >>> The earlier version of the App is showing in iTunes Apps? >>> Connect your iPad via USB cable to iTunes >>> When the iPad shows under devices, click on Apps button and make sure the >>> App is selected >>> Then Sync >>> >>> Cheers, >>> Ronni >>> >>> Sent from Ronni's iPad4 >>> >>> On 19/08/2013, at 4:34 PM, Severin Crisp <[email protected]> wrote: >>> >>>> Ronni >>>> I am linked to the iMac by cable with v3 removed from the Mobile Apps >>>> and the earlier version sitting there in its place, v3 is removed from the >>>> iPad. The earlier version shows in iTunes with an Install button that >>>> changes to Will Install when I click it. Automatically install New Apps >>>> is on but nothing further seems to be happening. >>>> What should I do next? >>>> Severin >>>> >>>> On 19/08/2013, at 3:49 PM, Severin Crisp <[email protected]> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Thanks Ronni, I am in the process of trying that. The stored list does >>>>> not show all versions, only the current one to which I upgraded. The >>>>> "new" copy I have is a "foreigner" so may not work. How do I delete the >>>>> existing application? Can not find that in my iPad UG. >>>>> Many thanks >>>>> Severin ( in sunshine, after the wonderful rain!) >>>>> >>>>> On 19/08/2013, at 3:29 PM, Ronni Brown <[email protected]> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> Hi Severin, >>>>>> >>>>>> Did you purchase both the earlier version & the newer version of this >>>>>> App through the iTunes App Store? >>>>>> An App downloaded using your iTunes Account has your Apple ID >>>>>> information stored in the .ipa file (as a plist) >>>>>> >>>>>> If you didn't purchase the 'previous version' through the iTunes App >>>>>> Store this may not work (iTunes might reject it). >>>>>> >>>>>> All your iOS Apps are stored locally on your computer in your Home >>>>>> directory in this location: >>>>>> ~/Music/iTunes/iTunes Media/Mobile Applications/ >>>>>> >>>>>> So I would first backup (copy) both versions of the App (.ipa) to >>>>>> another location for safe keeping. >>>>>> >>>>>> 1. Navigate to the iOS app location, at ~/Music/iTunes/iTunes >>>>>> Media/Mobile Applications/ and find the app >>>>>> >>>>>> 2. Copy the app file/s to another location to serve as the backup >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> Downgrading to Previous Version of an iOS App >>>>>> >>>>>> 1. On the iOS device (your iPad), delete the app you wish to downgrade >>>>>> 2. On the computer, quit iTunes >>>>>> 3. Again navigate to the local iOS app location at ~/Music/iTunes/iTunes >>>>>> Media/Mobile Applications/ >>>>>> 4. Remove the newest version of the app .ipa file from that directory >>>>>> 5. Copy the previously saved version of the app to the /Mobile >>>>>> Applications/ directory >>>>>> 6. Relaunch iTunes >>>>>> 7. Resync the iPhone, iPad, or iPod, and the older app version will >>>>>> restore to the device to complete the downgrade. >>>>>> >>>>>> In some situations the older versions of apps won’t be compatible with >>>>>> the newest version of iOS, you’ll know this is the case because the app >>>>>> won’t launch when you attempt to open it on the iPhone/iPad, or you will >>>>>> get a message stating a new version is available and asking to upgrade. >>>>>> >>>>>> If this doesn't work you can replace the new version back in the Mobile >>>>>> Applications location and sync again. >>>>>> Note: I take all care but no responsibility if this does not work. >>>>>> >>>>>> Let us know how you get on please. >>>>>> >>>>>> Cheers, >>>>>> Ronni >>>>>> >>>>>> 17" MacBook Pro 2.3GHz Quad-Core i7 “Thunderbolt" >>>>>> 2.3GHz / 8GB / 750GB @ 7200rpm HD >>>>>> >>>>>> OS X 10.8.4 Mountain Lion >>>>>> Windows 7 Ultimate (under sufferance) >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> On 19/08/2013, at 1:28 PM, Severin Crisp <[email protected]> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>>> I have Brushes v3 on my iPad and wish to revert to an earlier version >>>>>>> which has a desirable feature. I have this version as a .ipa file >>>>>>> sitting in my Dropbox. How do I make it install from there? Do I need >>>>>>> to clean out v3 first, if so how do I do that. >>>>>>> Severin Crisp >>>>>>> (iPad novice, iMac moderately masterful) >>>>>>> ____________________________________________________ > -- The WA Macintosh User Group Mailing List -- > Archives - <http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/archives.shtml> > Guidelines - <http://www.wamug.org.au/mailinglist/guidelines.shtml> > Settings & Unsubscribe - > <http://lists.wamug.org.au/listinfo/wamug.org.au-wamug> ____________________________________________________ Assoc Prof R Severin Crisp, FAIP, FIP, CPhys 15 Thomas St, Mount Clarence, Albany, 6330, Western Australia ph (08) 9842 1950 ( Int'l +61 8 9842 1950) mail to: [email protected] ____________________________________________________
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