How to roll back iPhone 5 after system update. How to “downgrade” to an earlier version of iOS

Hi all! In today's topic I would like to continue the conversation about the iPhone. In particular, in one of my previous articles I already told you, so today’s article will be a continuation...

When a smartphone starts to work incorrectly, the first thing you need to do is check the operating system. The most common cause of deterioration in quality iPhone work are glitches in iOS. Defects appear due to malware, system clogging with unnecessary software or hardware conflict with a certain version operating system.

How to return to the previous version of iOS?

I have already told you how to update or restore a gadget; in both cases we used standard schemes. But sometimes the current version of the operating system turns out to be too “heavy” for the gadget, usually this happens with outdated iPhone models. The user updates the gadget and realizes that the new version of iOS overloads the gadget. Having gone into the settings, the owner of the smartphone discovers that there is no “Go back” button in the settings. After researching this question, I found a fairly simple way to get back to previous system, that is, install the iOS we need manually.

Difference from recovery

Surely you have already encountered gadget restoration. Very often, users mean by one concept “flashing” three actions at once. Let's briefly go through each option so as not to get confused in the future. We can perform the following manipulations with our smartphone:

Restoration - returning the gadget to initial settings, in this case, all data and content from the device are deleted, and the smartphone receives a clean operating system.

Update - when iTunes help or the built-in iPhone tool, you can update the operating system to the latest version, personal data and content are preserved.

Rollback - implies a return to more earlier version system, with the help of special tools, the user can choose any firmware for his gadget, including custom.

This material discusses rollback in detail. Follow my instructions and you will succeed. I recommend performing this manipulation only for those gadgets that began to slow down after updating to the latest version of the operating system. iOS systems.

Preparatory stage

Before installing an alternative version of iOS, you will need to do a few things: simple actions. Let's start with backup. No one is immune from a sudden error during a rollback, so you need to save all the data on your smartphone. You can create a backup using standard tool in iPhone. Go to “Settings”, in this section you will find the “Restore and Backup” menu. With simple manipulations you can protect all your data from loss.

The second step is to select the desired version of iOS. If you need a rollback, most likely you already have the operating system you need. If not, then on this resource http://appstudio.org/ios you will find the necessary firmware.

Download it and save it on your computer, since we will perform the rollback using a PC.

You can also download iOS from this site http://getios.com/ Go to the resource and find a field where you need to indicate the type of your gadget “YOUR DEVICE”. In the next window you should enter the model, after which a window with iOS options, which will work on your iOS. All that's left to do is download the required version. The screenshot above shows the selection menu in detail.

Rollback process: instructions

We take a charged smartphone and connect it to the computer using a cord. Launch iTunes. IMPORTANT! The program must be the latest version, to update, go to the “Help” - “Update” tab. The application will automatically download the latest version and restart.

Now you need to wait until the program sees your device, it usually takes a few seconds, so you won’t have to wait long. You will also need to select the type of gadget you have; to do this, select the appropriate section in the settings or simply press the “Ctrl + S” combination on your keyboard.

In the window that appears, click the “Browse” button, and then click the “Update” button. If you are working on a computer with an operating system Windows system, then you need to hold down the “Shift” key and at the same time click on the “Update” button. Concerning Mac users, then you need to hold down the “Alt” key and click on “Update”.

After this, a form will appear where you need to select a new version to update. We will trick the system and click on the pre-downloaded firmware, which may be several levels lower. Thus, we will start the rollback process to the previous version. If you return it in the standard way old firmware it didn’t work, try using a special program.

Rollback using RedSnow

Download RedSnow from the developer's official website and install it on your computer. The creators have taken care of a version for computers on Windows and Mac. Be sure to follow the preparatory steps described above to avoid losing important data and content. I’ll say right away that this method takes more time than working in iTunes, but in some cases it’s impossible to do without RedSnow.

To roll back using this program, you will need to log into DFU mode on iPhone. To do this, you need to connect the gadget to the PC, turn off the device, and after the work is complete, you should simultaneously hold down the “Power” and “Home” buttons for about 10 seconds. After this, release the power button, while the “Home” button should remain pressed. Wait until the program, in our case RedSnow, detects the device in recovery mode.

The rollback is performed according to the following scheme:

— Launch the application on the computer and select the “Extras” section in the main menu and go to the “Even more” menu.

— Now press the “Restore” button. Here you will need to specify the path to the firmware file using the IPSW key.

— As soon as the question window appears, you should quickly click on the “YES” button.

— Now switch the device to DFU mode according to the instructions.

— When the program detects the device, you will need to specify the path to the certificates, usually they come along with the firmware file.

“We just have to wait for the process to complete.” The “Restore Successful” message will let you know that you did everything right.

As you can see, return to previous version not difficult. It is important to determine whether you need it or not. If necessary, you can always upgrade to more new iOS, the rollback operation does not affect this in any way.

19 September Apple released the final iOS version 11. Millions of iPhone, iPod and iPad users immediately began updating “over the air” and today everyone has decided whether to stay on new version system or is it better to wait for the time being on the more stable iOS 10.

At the time of publication of this Apple instructions continues to sign the iOS version 10.3.3, so the rollback procedure is still possible. If you decide to return to the top ten, try not to hesitate - then it may be too late.

What needs to be done before downgrading from iOS 11 to iOS 10?

The process of preparing an iOS device is quite simple and allows you to restore all data immediately after installing iOS 10, but with one condition - you must have a backup copy in iTunes or iCloud created under iOS 10.

If you downgrade the firmware, you cannot restore data from a backup copy from a newer version of iOS.

Head to the menu Settings -> Touch ID & Password and turn off the corresponding slider. Rollback is possible only when protection is disabled.

How to downgrade from iOS 11 to iOS 10. Step-by-step instructions

1. Clamp Power key and turn off your iOS device. For iPhone 7: Hold the Volume Down button while holding down the Home button.

2. Hold down the Home key and connect your smartphone using a USB cable to your computer or Mac with installed application iTunes. Hold down the Home key until you see the iTunes icon.

3. The iTunes app should recognize your device and offer three options: Cancel, Update, or Restore. Select “Cancel”.

4. Download the firmware image specific to your device.

Hello everyone, dear iOS users devices – iPad and iPhone. In today's article I will tell you how you can return the previous, old version of iOS. Why might this be needed? For example, you updated to a new version of the operating system, you don’t like it and want to return to the previous version of iOS. Standard methods You won’t be able to do this (return), you will have to carry out some manipulations.

The process of “rolling back” to an old version of the iOS operating system is as follows:

• Select and download from the Internet the version of the iOS operating system you need.
• Connect your gadget (iPad or iPhone) to your computer and launch iTunes.
• Adding the downloaded iOS version to iTunes program, then automatic system rollback.

But, before you start restoring the old version of iOS, I want to clarify a few points:

• Be sure to do this before work backup copy your his iOS devices, this will prevent you from losing data if the rollback fails.
• You will not be able to or the iPad is too old versions of iOS, for example, iOS 6 and below. Apple simply stopped signing (activating) these versions. Perhaps by the time you read this article, Apple has stopped signing iOS. Before rolling back, please take this into account.
• The rollback process is painless for your iPhone or iPad, even if you fail to rollback successfully, you can always restore your iPhone or iPad. But in any case, you act at your own peril and risk.

So let's begin the process of upgrading your iOS operating system to an earlier version..

First of all, before you downgrade, you need to download the version of the operating system that you want to install on your iPhone or iPad. I’ll say right away that you can download iOS completely free of charge. So, let's move on to the download process:

• Follow the link - http://www.getios.com/.
• In the “YOUR DEVICE” field you need to select the type of your mobile device. For example: iPhone or iPad.
• Next, in the “THE MODEL” field you need to select the model of your device. For example: iPhone 4s or iPad 2 Wi-Fi.
• Next, in the “iOS VERSION” field you need to select the version of iOS that you want to install on your iOS gadget.
• To complete the entire operation, you need to click the “Download” button, after which the process of loading the operating system will begin.

So, after the file with the system is downloaded to your device, proceed to the next step.

Move on to the fun part - replacing iOS with an earlier version. To return iOS, follow these steps::

• Connect your gadget to personal computer on which the latest one is installed iTunes version(if there is no program, then you need to install it. You can download it from the link - http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/).
• Launch iTunes.
• IN side menu(if not visible, press CTRL+S) select your device.
• In the field that opens, in the “Overview” tab, find the “Update” button.
• Clamp Shift key(if you have Windows) or Alt (if you have a Mac) and click on the “Update” button. A window will open in which you need to select the previously downloaded file with the operating system.
• After all the above actions will begin iOS rollback versions. This usually doesn't take long.

That's all for today, I hope this short note helped you, you were able to return the version of iOS that you need.

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Apple regularly updates the iOS operating system to provide users with new features. But not everyone likes these updates - some iPhone and iPad owners prefer to use older versions. How to rollback iOS if fresh update was it inconvenient? For this there are two simple tool, accessible even to novice users.

Updates and precautions

The appearance of new versions of iOS does not mean that older versions stop working. Only the oldest versions that are no longer signed by the developer do not work. If you install such an operating system on your device, it will not be possible to activate it. This limitation can be circumvented with using iOS Downgrade Tool, but this is only possible if the device is jailbroken.

It is possible to roll back iOS. And Apple specialists made sure that this procedure was as safe as possible. If flashing Android devices can still lead to loss of functionality, then in the case of iPhone and iPad the situation is simpler - failures are practically excluded here. But that doesn't mean we won't need backups. What is recommended to do before rolling back iOS?

• Make a complete backup of your device;
• Save all necessary files in a safe place;
• Check if data has been synchronized with iCloud.

If all conditions are met, you can safely proceed to return to the previous version of iOS. Where can I get previous firmware for Apple devices? There is a website for this called getios.com. By visiting this resource, you will find simple form, in which you will need to select your device, model and requested version.

It should be noted that the resource contains all versions of the iOS operating system for all devices from Apple , from iPhone to Apple consoles TV.

How to return the old version of iOS

To perform this operation we need a firmware file with a previous version of iOS, a computer with iTunes application, smartphone/tablet and cable. We connect the device to the computer, launch iTunes and wait for the connection to be established.

As soon as the device is detected, we can begin rolling back the firmware. To do this, go to the “Overview” tab and click on the “Update” button while simultaneously holding down the Shift key (Alt on Apple computers). We indicate the location of the previously downloaded file and wait patiently.

As soon as the rollback of the iOS operating system is completed, we activate the device and begin using it. If for some reason the rollback fails, you can return to working version– you saved it earlier as a backup copy? If there is a copy, select it and perform a return. Now you can try the rollback again.

Please note that if you are using a version of the operating system that is not signed by Apple, the activation process will not be possible.

As we can see, cancel iOS update and return previous version operating system is relatively easy. Any failures here are practically excluded, but neglect the complete backup you can’t - you should always be able to return to working firmware.

Before returning to the old version of iOS, you need to make sure to disable the Find My iPhone function - this is done in the iCloud settings. This function is disabled in iPad tablets in the same way.

iOS Downgrade Tool

We have already said that the oldest versions of the iOS operating system are not signed by Apple. Therefore, you won't be able to install them. And why are they needed? Old versions are outdated, have many bugs, and consume too much battery power. After all, new versions are not being developed so that users continue to use old firmware.

However, sometimes the need to install the old version still arises. In order to install an old version of the iOS operating system, you need to jailbreak and use the iOS Downgrade Tool. It is easy to use and does not cause any particular difficulties.

The first step is to install the SSH package on the device - this is done through the Cydia program, created specifically for installing software that is not available in the official AppStore application store. Next, we need to connect the computer and iOS device to one wireless network Wi-Fi and find out what IP address is assigned to the connected device. To do this, you should look into the connection settings or visit administrative panel router.

Next, launch the iOS Downgrade Tool utility, enter the device’s IP address, select the iOS version from the drop-down list, click on the “Downgrade” button - the firmware update procedure for the selected version will start. The utility may freeze a little, but this is its normal behavior.

A sign that the downgrade went well will be the restart of the device and its subsequent loading in working mode - now you can enjoy old version iOS. Before performing the procedure, do not forget to make a backup copy of all your data, since flashing involves their complete deletion.

You can find information on how to jailbreak a particular Apple device on the pages of our website or on specialized resources.

If you upgraded to iOS 10 but then changed your mind, there is an option to roll back to iOS 9.3.2. There are two main ways to do this. One of them requires a backup copy, and the second, fortunately, does not. Apple signs iOS 9.3.2 to this moment and no other previous versions. Therefore, iOS 9.3.2 is the oldest version that you can restore to your device.

Method 1: No backup

You will lose everything you have text messages, but all other settings and applications will remain after the rollback.

1. Download the corresponding IPSW file for your iPhone or iPad.
2. Make sure you have it installed on your computer latest version iTunes. If not, download and install it.
3. Connect your iPhone or iPad to your computer and then click on the device icon that appears.
4. In the Summary section, click the Check for Updates button while holding down the Shift key (Windows) or Option key (Mac).
5. Now find and select the IPSW file you downloaded earlier.
6. Your device will be updated to iOS 9.3.2.

Next time you're tempted to download the beta, either make a full backup first or resist the urge.

Method 2: Using a previously made backup

Apple doesn't approve of downgrading to previous versions of iOS, and for good reason. However, such a possibility exists. Currently Apple servers are still signing iOS 9.3.2. You cannot roll back beyond this version. So the problem may arise if your backup is made to an earlier iOS firmware. So, let's be clear: to roll back, you can only use the backup that was created when your device was running iOS 9.3.2.

The key is that you should always have a full, up-to-date backup. The best way to create a password-protected copy is through iTunes. You can also do this through iCloud to get another opportunity to restore your contacts, images and other things.

Step 1: Prepare IPSW

To reinstall iOS 9.3.2 you will need the appropriate ipsw file for your iPhone models or iPad. Outdated versions will not work, because they are not “signed”, i.e. not approved by Apple servers.

For Mac users who have the ipsw file stored on their hard drive, you need to go to the following path: youruserfolder/Library/iTunes/, and then find it in the iPhone Software Updates or iPad Software Updates folder.

If you don't have the latest version of the file, whether you're a PC or Mac user, you can easily find it by searching for "ipsw download". Next, you need to select and download the file corresponding to your device. A search will bring up a variety of sites, including https://ipsw.me/, which will tell you which versions are currently up to date.

Step 2. Rollback procedure

Keep in mind that if you are reading this article after the final version of iOS 10 has officially released, you have very little time to rollback. From experience recent years you only have a week after the original release date (not after the date you upgraded), after which downgrade will not be possible except for jailbroken smartphones.

So let's get started. Disable Find function My iPhone/iPad on your device, if it was turned on. You'll find it by going to Settings > iCloud. Then connect your iPhone or iPad to your PC or Mac. Launch iTunes. Click on the device icon in the iTunes interface and select Summary. Now, holding Alt key/Option on Mac or Shift on PC, click the Restore iPhone button. Next, find and open the IPSW file, after which the computer will reinstall iOS 9.3.2 on your iPad or iPhone. Or should...

Go to Recovery mode

If iTunes reports that your device is already running the latest version of iOS, you may need to use Recovery Mode ( Recovery mode). Turn off the device's power completely, plug one end of the sync cable into your computer, and then hold down Home button on iPhone/iPad, connect the other end of the cable to it. When the Connect to iTunes screen appears, release the Home button.

iTunes will tell you that your device is now in Recovery mode. Next, while holding Option key(Shift for PC), click on Restore, find iOS file 9.3.2.ipsw and install it on your device.

Restoring from a backup

If the above procedure is successful, you will get an almost clean iPhone with nothing on it. Now it's time to apply the backup you created earlier. In iTunes, click the Restore iPhone button and select the appropriate backup. The process may take about an hour, but your smartphone will return exactly to the state it was in when the copy was created.

If you don't have any copies, you'll have to sync your music, videos, and other content from iTunes or iCloud. Then you can go to App Store with your Apple ID and download everything you've previously purchased.