[Orn8one]

Can anyone tell me if there is a specific way this should be done. I can't find any detailed instructions anywhere and whether either of my devices updates is hit or miss. A change of book if never updated.
On my home network:
When I bookmark and return to the homepage the touch has the message updating .....
When I open my iPad often it hasn't updated even if I have refreshed.
When do I need to do sync on the touch as it says it's updating?
I do use sync on networks that don't connect automatically. Hooray for the experimental browser, often networks have to be accepted using that.
Does the iPad app only refresh when you are in the library?
I am just confused by all the inconsistencies. If anyone can direct me to detailed instructions I would devour them! The Kobo ones are very limited.
Thank you.