How to return to the previous version of iOS. How to return the old 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 specific 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 circuits. But sometimes the current version of the operating system turns out to be too “heavy” for the gadget; this usually 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 its original settings, while all data and content from the device are deleted, the smartphone receives a clean operating system.
Update - Using iTunes or the built-in iPhone tool, you can update the operating system to the latest version, personal data and content are preserved.
Rollback means returning to an earlier version of the system; using special tools, the user can select 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 iOS operating system.
Preparatory stage
Before installation alternative version iOS you will need to do several 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 help 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 remains is to download the desired 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 new version for 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 enter DFU mode on your 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.
Have you read ““? Still couldn’t resist and installed it, and now you don’t know how to roll back from iOS 11 to iOS 10? As long as Apple signs the iOS 10 firmware, you can easily switch back to iOS 10. This process will not take you much time. Full instructions rollback further under the cut.
How to return iOS 10 from iOS 11?
Let's start in order... What you need to do to avoid losing all your data on your phone or tablet...
If you are in front of iOS installation 11 backed up to iTunes or iCloud on iOS 10, then after a rollback you can restore this data. If you make a “backup” on iOS 11, it will no longer be possible to restore new data on the firmware version of iOS 10. Therefore, it is important to understand that you can only recover information from backup copy made on iOS 10, or you will have to restore mobile device like new.
How to downgrade from iOS 11 to iOS 10?
- First you need to check which iTunes version you have installed. Must be the latest one.
- Now you need to download the latest build iOS firmware 10, which Apple is still signing. On this moment This . Download it specifically for your device model.
- Now take your iPhone or iPad, go to the Settings application and disable the “Find iPhone” function there, as well as password protection and Touch ID.
- Let's move on... Connect your iPhone or iPad to your computer using a cable and launch iTunes. Click on the icon with the image of your device.
- Enable DFU mode on the device. Press and hold the power button for 3 seconds and, without releasing it, press the HOME button for 10 seconds. Then we continue to hold the HOME button, but at the same time release the power button. Hold the HOME button for another 30 seconds. iTunes will detect your device in recovery mode.
- Now in iTunes, press and hold the (Alt) Option key on Mac or SHIFT key on Windows and select the Restore option. All that remains is to specify the previously saved IPSW file for iOS 10.3.3 firmware and wait for the process to complete.
We remind you once again that a rollback from iOS 11 to iOS 10 can only be done if Apple signs the iOS 10 build.
Developers from Apple New versions of the operating system are published quite often. But the updated version will not always be better previous iOS. Luckily, if you want to downgrade to an earlier version, it's not that hard to do.
In updates, developers change the way some applications work, optimize programs, and fix bugs. But it happens that new opportunities are not to your liking, while the old ones are no longer available. Yes, and the occurrence of errors in the updated version is also possible, and it will take a lot of time before they are corrected. It is in these situations that rollback to the previous one may come in handy. iOS version.
There can be many reasons to roll back to a previous version of iOS.
The easiest way to rollback to old version- official. But it has a number of limitations. Officially, you can “roll back” only to the previous version of the system and only for a short time after the update is released. Then developers block the rollback option, and users have to look for other ways.
Preparatory steps before downgrading to an earlier version of iOS
Before you begin the rollback process itself, you need to perform preparatory steps. To do this you need:
- create a backup copy of your files so as not to lose the data stored on your device;
- select and download the firmware - it is very important that the firmware is downloaded from a reliable source and does not contain errors;
- disable the Find My iPhone feature.
Backup
There are two ways to copy data from Apple devices: This backup to iCloud or copying data from using iTunes.
Copying data using iCloud
Once the process of transferring data to iCloud is complete, it will be contained in cloud storage. To copy, do the following:
After this, the backup will be created. To avoid having to repeat manual steps on a regular basis, you can set up the entire process automatically. However, to create a copy before rolling back to the previous version, this is not necessary.
Copying Data Using iTunes
To create a backup using iTunes, you will need to install the media player on your computer. After that do the following:
Get one of latest versions Firmware for your device can be found on third-party sites. Read reviews beforehand to make sure the site can be trusted. Most likely, during the download process you will be asked to indicate which Apple device you use, specify the model and then select the proposed version from the list. After downloading the version you need, be sure to remember where you downloaded the file. You will need it later.
Disabling the Find My iPhone feature
If you did everything correctly, you will receive a message by email notifying you that the “Find iPhone” option has been turned off on your device.
Reverting to a previous version of the operating system
Firmware rollback is a safe function, and in any case you can return your device to its previous state. However, you still act at your own risk. Be careful and you won't have any problems.
To rollback, follow these steps:
This way you can go back to one of the previous versions of iOS. But is it possible to choose the old version? No, you will not be allowed to download it from the site. Even if you find it in third party sources, correct installation will not be produced. These are restrictions from Apple, and official way there's nothing to solve here.
Officially you can downgrade iOS devices to one of the previous ones Rolling back the iOS version using a special program
In addition to the ability to return the previous version using iTunes, there is another way. You can roll back your device using special program. For example, a program called RedShow copes well with this task. But it is worth noting the following:
- this method is much more complicated and may require you to install a jailbreak (unless, of course, you have already installed it);
- if you want to roll back not only to the previous version, but also to earlier ones, you will need SHSH certificate from the old version. Saving occurs automatically if jailbroken. Or you can save the data manually after each update using the TinyUmbrella program;
- The rollback option is not available for all devices. Ideal for iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4 and iPod touch 4G, rollback is also available on the iPad 2. Until recently, this feature was not available on other devices, but now the developers have added support for several more phones.
The rollback process itself using this program is done as follows:
Rolling back applications on iOS
We figured out how to roll back the operating system. But what if you need to rollback one of the installed applications? After all, unsuccessful updates happen there too. There is an official Charles Proxy tool for this. It allows you to access older versions of apps or games on your iPhone or iPad. Using this program is not very easy, so this is a topic for a separate article.
You can roll back apps on iOS to one of the previous versions Video: rollback iOS from any version to an older one
For most users, the option of officially returning to one of the latest versions of the device will be enough. The main thing is that this version is still supported by Apple. If you need to revert to an earlier version, you can use one of unofficial ways. In any case, now, if you install an unsuccessful update, you know what to do.
- Slow operation of the old device on new versions of the system
- bugs, freezes, freezes, problems with autonomy and the desire to return a stable version of the firmware (hello iOS 11)
- dissatisfaction with the new design and poor implementation of the stated functions
Unfortunately, the rollback any iPhone before any iOS version is not possible. The fact is that in 2009 year Apple introduced restrictions on the ability to roll back certain devices to a specific firmware version. Therefore, before starting the procedure, check whether your smartphone can return to the desired version of iOS.
Disabling the Find My iPhone option
This option is designed to help you locate your device if it is lost or stolen. It blocks any manipulations with the firmware, so you need to disable it before resetting the device. Otherwise, all rollback attempts will result in an error message.
Turn off Touch ID and passcode
- Open Settings
- Go to "Touch ID and Passcode"
- If necessary, enter a passcode
- Select "Turn off passcode"
- Then confirm the action in the pop-up message
Ways to downgrade iPhone firmware
Method 1: Downgrade iOS using iTunes
- Disable iPhone
- When the smartphone screen goes dark, connect the device to the computer
- Click Home button and do not release it until the display shows schematic icons of iTunes and Lightning wires ( iPhone owners 7/7 Plus must press the volume down key)
- Afterwards you can launch iTunes; the program automatically recognizes the smartphone in desired mode
- A warning pop-up window will appear on your computer screen - click “Cancel” on it
- Then, while holding Shift(Windows) or Alt(Mac), initiate recovery. To do this, click the appropriate button
- In the dialog box that opens, select the pre-downloaded firmware file with the extension .ipsw
- Wait until the firmware is installed on the device. Never disconnect your smartphone from your computer.
- After turn on iPhone execute initial setup and if necessary restore it from backup
Attention! If you want to return not to the previous one, but to one of more earlier versions firmware, we recommend doing a sequential rollback. That is, roll back to previous version, then to the previous one, etc. Otherwise, the device may display an error and will not boot. Instead, the Lightning lanyard and the iTunes icon will appear on the screen again.
Method 2. Rollback in DFU Mode
DFU Mode - alternate mode installations stable versions systems. Used in cases where previous method for some reason it doesn't work. Be prepared for the fact that during the flashing process the device will not show any signs of life and will not respond to button presses.
- Connect iPhone to Windows PC/Mac
- Turn off the device
- Launch iTunes on PC/Mac
- Press and hold the Home and Power/Power buttons for 10 seconds
- Remove your finger from the Power/On button without releasing the Home button
- Wait until the device is recognized by iTunes in the desired mode (DFU Mode)
- Select your device
- Click “Restore iPhone” while holding alt for macOS and shift for Windows
- In the window that appears, specify the path to the pre-downloaded HDD firmware file and click the “Open” button
- Wait until the operation is completed, after which you can turn on the device
Method 3. Rollback iPhone while saving user data
This option is considered less reliable compared to the two described above, since required version The firmware is not installed from scratch. However, it allows you to save music, photos, contacts and other important information on the device (can be useful if you don't have time to restore this data from a backup).
To do this, in iTunes → Device recovery menu, instead of the “Restore iPhone...” button, click “Update”.
Wait for the process to complete. The device will be updated to the specified firmware version in automatic mode, after which it will turn on.
Today, the developers released a new version 3.0 of the VKontakte application for iPhone. User reaction but new design And user interface turned out to be ambiguous. Many immediately wanted to return the old version of VK to the iPhone and, in confusion, began to look for a way to do this. In this article we will tell you in detail how to roll back VK 3.0 version on iPhone to the old one. We urge everyone who wants to cancel the VKontakte update to do the following.
How to remove the restriction when listening to music on VK —
How to return the old version of VK to iPhone
Unfortunately, in App Store There is no way to download the old version of VKontakte on iPhone. At the moment, there are two ways: one is temporary, the second is for advanced users.
Download the old version of VK and install
This method VK application rollback is working, tested on iPhone 5 and 6S. In order to download the old version of the application we will need the Chinese program PP Assistant (aka Chinese iTunes). Works with iPhone, iPad and iPod.
Instructions:
How to roll back a VK update on an iPhone and install the old version?
At the moment, a “life hack” is working - you can install the old version 2.15.3 from the Purchases section in the App Store. First uninstall the VK 3.0 application, then open app Store, go to the Updates section, at the top there will be a Purchases section - in it, find the VK App application from the list, install it. At the time of writing, this method helps to return the old version of VKontakte to the iPhone. Most likely with the release next update VK, this method will stop working.
How to roll back VK 3.0 version on iPhone
If the first method does not suit you, use advanced user skills. This method works - we checked it. And it won't take much of your time.
- First, you need to download and then install the Charles program. Next Run it and click on the Grant Priveleges tab if you are using OS X, then enter the administrator password.
- Download the application, the old version of which you want to install, using iTunes on your computer, and then go to the Structure tab in the Charles application. You will see the "buy" server.
- Right-click on “buy” and select Enable SSL Proxying.
- Now stop downloading in iTunes.
- Find the application again by opening the description page. We start the download, then cancel it again.
- Next, open the “buy” server pop-up menu and select buyProduct.
- Click on Response using right button click on buyProduct and select Export. Select the Desktop as the export location, select XML format and click Save.
- Open the XML file using text editor and find this text:
softwareVersionExternalIdentifiers Below this text you will see something like this:
1862841
1998707
2486624
2515121
2549327
2592648
2644032
2767414
These are the versions of the application from older to newer. Now you need to copy the version number you want to download, then close the text editor. - Now we return to Charles and right-click on buyProduct, select Edit.
- Select Text and find the following line:
appExtVrsId
Below it you will notice a number in the tag, replace it with the number you copied and click Execute. - Scroll down to Response, then you will notice bundleShortVersionString. Below it you will see the version of the application you selected.
- Right-click on buyProduct in the list under the “buy” server and select Breakpoints.
- Find the application again in iTunes so that the program refreshes the page, and now click on the download button again.
- Return to Charles and you will see a pop-up window. Click Edit Request, then XML Text and below the line
appExtVrsId paste the number copied in the eighth paragraph. Click Execute again. - Now you will need to carefully press Execute.
- Check iTunes. The download should start and complete.
- Open the My Apps tab in iTunes and you should see the app you downloaded. By right clicking on it you can request Additional information and make sure you downloaded the old version.
- Connect your mobile device to iTunes and install the application on your device.
- Close and remove Charles. Ready!