hi,
two hints, first:
void QWidget::update () [slot]
Updates the widget unless updates are disabled or the widget is hidden.
This function does not cause an immediate repaint; instead it schedules a paint event for processing when Qt returns to the main event loop. This permits Qt to optimize for more speed and less flicker than a call to repaint() does.
so use repaint instead...
Repaints the widget directly by calling paintEvent() immediately, unless updates are disabled or the widget is hidden.
We suggest only using repaint() if you need an immediate repaint, for example during animation. In almost all circumstances update() is better, as it permits Qt to optimize for speed and minimize flicker.
second - make sure that you have updatesEnabled property set to true.