How to Control Wireless App Upgrade Downloads
Posted 01/28/2011 at 3:29pm
| by David W. Martin
We generally update our iOS apps on a regular basis via iTunes or wirelessly over the air. But, one problem with the latter method is that apps over 20 MB will only download over-the-air when you have a Wi-Fi connection. Usually, when we start these downloads, there's the inevitability we'll leave the Wi-Fi coverage area and will need to stop the app download temporarily. Here's how: locate the app that is currently downloading and you'll see a progress bar on the icon. Simply tap the icon before the download is completed and the icon will display the word "paused. " It will not start again until you tap it.

This is particularly handy for those times when you're bombarded with pop-ups reminding you that an app is over 20 MB. Locate that app and pause it. You should stop seeing the nagging reminder about needing a Wi-Fi connection.

Compatibility: iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.