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title: "How can I perform a software update on the Blade?"
slug: "how-can-i-perform-a-software-update-on-the-blade"
updated: 2024-02-07T16:24:39Z
published: 2024-02-07T16:24:39Z
canonical: "support.vuzix.com/how-can-i-perform-a-software-update-on-the-blade"
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# How can I perform a software update on the Blade?

The Blade has the ability to perform a Software update over-the-air (OTA). Note: performing a an update to the Blade OS will not remove or erase any of your personal data (photos, videos, settings and apps).

To perform a software update on your Blade, ensure the device's battery is charged to at least 50% and is connected to the internet (Wi-Fi).

When connected to the internet, the Blade will automatically check for updates at the frequency selected and display a message if one is available.

You can also manually trigger a check for updates via the Blade Software Update menu or on the Companion App.

To check and update your Blade follow the below instructions:

#### From the Companion App:

Ensure the Blade is currently connected to the [Companion App](https://d2iankuf53zudv.cloudfront.net/Content/Upload/PDFs/companion_app_main.png) on your smartphone. Click on [Settings](https://d2iankuf53zudv.cloudfront.net/Content/Upload/PDFs/companion_app_settings1.png) tab, [scroll down](https://d2iankuf53zudv.cloudfront.net/Content/Upload/PDFs/companion_app_settings2.png) and click on the "[Software Update](https://d2iankuf53zudv.cloudfront.net/Content/Upload/PDFs/companion_app_ota.png)" option.

Clicking on 'Check for Software Update' will check if there is a new Software version available. If no updates are available, you will be prompted with a message indicating 'Your Blade software is up to date'. If an update is available, a [status message](https://d2iankuf53zudv.cloudfront.net/Content/Upload/PDFs/companion_app_ota2.png) will show up with release notes explaining the contents of the new version. Note: The ability to initiate the Software update of the Blade OS from Companion App is currently not implemented. To initiate the update, follow the steps below.

#### From within the Blade Settings App:

On your Blade, navigate to [Settings](https://d2iankuf53zudv.cloudfront.net/Content/Upload/PDFs/blade_update1.jpg) > [System](https://d2iankuf53zudv.cloudfront.net/Content/Upload/PDFs/blade_update2.jpg) > [Software Update](https://d2iankuf53zudv.cloudfront.net/Content/Upload/PDFs/blade_update2a.jpg).

Clicking on the 'Check for updates' option will check if there is a new Software version available. If there are no updates available, a toast message will appear indicating as such. If there is an update available, you will be prompted with a dialog saying [new updates are available](https://d2iankuf53zudv.cloudfront.net/Content/Upload/PDFs/blade_update4a.jpg) for your Blade. The dialog will guide your through the process of [Downloading](https://d2iankuf53zudv.cloudfront.net/Content/Upload/PDFs/blade_update5.jpg) the Software Update, [Verifying](https://d2iankuf53zudv.cloudfront.net/Content/Upload/PDFs/blade_update6.jpg) it and later installing. As part of this process, the Blade will reboot after the install.