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Sooner or later there comes a time when, for some reason, you need to return more earlier version firmware on your Android device. These reasons can be very different: from software glitches and errors to dissatisfaction with some unofficial assembly operating system. In any case, you need to be fully armed and know how to undo changes made to the software.

Possible problems after updating Android

Android updates do not always improve the life of the device owner

Not to say that an Android upgrade will completely ruin the life of the device owner, but it is guaranteed to cause moments of headache.

After the update, some shortcuts periodically disappear from the desktop, and along with them, programs.

In other cases, after modifying the system, the user discovers new ones that are not at all compulsory programs, which cannot be deleted.

Options for returning old firmware

Backup

There are many applications that are designed to create backup copies of your Android gadget's data, all of them have their own advantages and disadvantages. But we will look at the example of one of the first and most universal programs For Reserve copy and recovery - Titanium Backup.

Titanium Backup has long gained fame as the most effective program for backups

First, let's figure out why you need to use special software at all, because Android natively has backup capabilities. For example, when changing your phone or after a full reset To restore factory settings, just log into your Google account and your contact data will be restored. However, do not forget that in this case all applications and games are lost. Wi-Fi settings and other networks, system settings etc. And this is a very significant problem if dozens of those same applications are installed - since restoration can take an prohibitively long time.

So, to create a backup, we need Root rights on the device and the Titanium Backup program itself. Root rights are required to access system files and folders in which the settings and data we are interested in are stored. Next, install the Titanium Backup program. Don't forget to allow installation of applications from " Unknown sources" After the first launch, Titanium Backup will ask for superuser rights, we give them and we can remember the decision. Don’t rush to click everything - the program is quite powerful, and with full access to the system inexperienced user can do a lot of things. Adhere to the principle: “never use functions unless you are sure what they do.”

To create a backup, you will need a memory card installed in the appropriate slot with a sufficient amount of free space, since the backup will be made specifically to it. On the main work screen, select the “Backups” tab. Press the “Menu” button on the phone and select “Processing” at the bottom of the screen. In the menu that opens, select “Back up all user software and system data” and click “Start” opposite it. The program will prompt you to select all applications for backup. We are interested in a complete copy of the system, so we don’t change anything. After this, I start the process of creating a backup. The process may take different quantities time, depending on the quantity installed programs. Now in the “TitaniumBackup” folder on your memory card you can see a large number of files with backup copies, it is advisable to copy them to a computer or other device - you never know, suddenly microSD card will fail. It is also possible to configure automatic creation backups in the “Schedules” menu.

When the time comes and you need to restore the contents of your Android device, you can do this in several ways. Firstly, you can restore both applications and settings. Through the “Processing” menu item, go to the “Recovery” section and click “Restore all software with data”. You can also restore only individual applications– then in the “Backups” section select specific applications and click “Restore”. Don't forget that sometimes you need to reboot your device before the changes take effect. In any case, Titanium Backup offers great amount options for creating and restoring backups, so you can always return your Android gadget to the initial state. If you need to restore a full copy of the operating system, that is, the firmware, then you need to use the alternative menu ClockworkMod recovery Recovery or similar.

Other rollback methods

Reset to menu

The path to the treasured option depends on the type and model of your device:

  • phones on Android versions 2.3: Settings > Privacy >
  • Android phones version 4: Settings > Device memory > Reset to factory settings;
  • tablets on Android version 4: Settings > Backup & reset > Reset settings.

Hard reset

The path to a hard reset starts with Android menu system recovery

Go to the menu " Android system recovery" (). First you will need to turn off your smartphone or tablet, and then use the key combination, which again differs depending on the device manufacturer:

  • a more or less universal option is to simultaneously hold down the power and volume down buttons;
  • Samsung – simultaneously hold down the power and volume up buttons;
  • Sony Ericsson – simultaneously hold down the power, volume down and camera buttons;
  • Huawei – simultaneously hold down the power, volume down and volume up buttons;
  • LG – simultaneously hold down the power, volume down and home screen buttons for more than 10 seconds. Release the power button after the LG logo lights up on the screen, hold the rest until you go to the recovery screen;
  • HTC (the most interesting) - hold down the volume down key, then briefly press the power button. Once you see the recovery menu on the screen, you can temporarily leave the volume down button alone. Find the “Clear storage” item, select it by pressing the power button and confirm the action by clicking on volume down.

For more confident navigation through the “Android system recovery” menu, it would be useful to remind you of the button assignments: highlight is to move through the menu, and select is to select a menu item.

We get to the line “ wipe data / factory reset" and select this item. Then in the new menu we find the action confirmation sub-item and select it.

With both the hard and the lighter reset options, a reboot will occur, after which your device will wake up with standard factory settings.

Video: How to restore firmware on Android

As you can see, the process of returning to the old version of Android is not as scary as many people think. Follow our instructions and don’t forget to make backups.

Despite the fact that operating system updates for iPad 1,2,3 or another model in 90% of cases are associated with a transition to a new version, some users want to roll back. In other words, downgrade the firmware. The reason may be dissatisfaction with the operation of the system or the complete inoperability of the tablet.

The possibility of a rollback really exists. How to perform this operation on any iPad models (2,3.4, iPad mini), we will describe in detail in this article.

Since 2009, the Apple company began to carefully monitor which iOS variations can be returned to a specific device. Therefore, before starting the firmware, you now need to check whether a rollback from your gadget is possible in principle. And if so, which versions?

For this purpose it is recommended to use various services, of which there are many on the Internet (like Appstudio.org). There the user will be able to see a list of available versions to which they can switch. After selection specific type firmware, you will need to download it to your PC/laptop.

The download process consists of selecting the type of device, its generation and firmware version. Then the download process will begin automatically. Then you will need to select a location on your PC to save the file so that you can use it for rollback in the future.

Making a backup

In the situation with Apple non-standard situations happens very rarely, but creating a backup wouldn’t be a bad idea. Remember this rule: first create a copy, and then install the firmware, but not vice versa.

This operation is performed via iTunes or the cloud. It would also be a good idea to have a copy of photographs, videos and audio clips for future uploading to your tablet. Files of this type will not be 100% included in the backup.

It should be noted here that when saving a copy in iTunes, it will only be available for the ninth operating system. Therefore, if the user does not have a copy for the eighth variation of iOS, if the rollback is successful, he will have to configure the phone as a new one. If an operation in progress is interrupted for some reason (for example, due to an error), you can always return to nine.

In the situation with the “cloud” everything backup data will be restored regardless of the installed iOS version. Therefore, we put the “cloud” as a priority. And if this step is not available, you will have to save it in iTunes.

Disable the device search function

If this option is active on your device, you should disable it before the rollback procedure. Otherwise, the utility will generate an error. And this will happen at the very start of the procedure.

You can deactivate the function in one of 3 ways:

  • Through the device settings in the “cloud” menu.
  • In the iOS program of the same name (you can download it completely free).
  • On a PC/laptop with any operating system.

But it is important that the tablet from which the work will be done is connected to the network.


Rollback method to the previous operating system

There are 2 ways to perform this procedure:

  • using RecoveryMode4
  • using DFU.

The first mode is emergency. It's meant to be restored normal functioning gadget after it has stopped working normally.

DFU is essentially the same thing. The only difference is that the operation is performed bypassing the operating system and is done directly through the firmware. This method is recommended if it is impossible to use the first method.

iPad 2 firmware rollback: Recovery Mode

First, initiate a shutdown of the tablet and wait for the display to fade. Connect your device to your PC/laptop. The device recognizes the gadget in the mode we need. Then follow this algorithm:

  • Launch iTunes and wait for the program to find your iPad. There are 2 possible scenarios for the development of events here. The first is a pop-up window offering to restore the gadget. If this is exactly what you need, then you just need to click on the consent button. Secondly, if the utility does not respond in any way, then you need to click on the tablet icon and find the recovery option. Then you will need to select it while holding down Shift or Alt (depending on the PC operating system).
  • The file manager will pop up, where you will need to select a specific firmware variation. You will need to find the pre-downloaded file.
  • Select the firmware and click on the opening element.
    • Selecting the .ipsw file.
    • Waiting for the process to complete. The program will do everything itself, fully automatically.
    • Disconnecting iPad from PC/Laptop.
    • Turn off the tablet by pressing Power.
    • Turn on the device with a quick click on the same button.

When performing the procedure via iTunes:

That's all - the tablet is ready for further work, we have successfully rolled back the firmware.

Reflash iPad using DFU Mode

Before the operation, the tablet version two or three (or any other) must be switched to the named mode. To do this, you need to connect the device to the PC and turn off mobile gadget. Then press the Home and Power buttons at the same time for 8-12 seconds. After this period, you should continue to hold the first button and release the second. And so on until the program recognizes the tablet in DFU mode.

  • Select your gadget in iTunes.
  • We are looking for a recovery point.
  • Select it by holding the Shift or Alt element (depending on the operating system).
  • In the pop-up window, indicate the firmware (or rather, the path to it) and click on the open element.
  • We are waiting for the completion of the operation, which the program will perform automatically.
  • We turn on the tablet and use it for its intended purpose.

This method should be chosen by those who have firmware via Recovery Mode for some reason I didn’t go.

This concludes our manual. As you can see, there is nothing complicated in the rollback procedure. And there is no need to go to a repair shop and spend money. You can do everything yourself, because now you know how to install more old firmware on iPad. Even a beginner can handle it.

Yesterday we talked about how iPhone and iPad can be installed outdated versions applications using the Charlie program. From the comments to that article it turned out that there is a simpler way that does not involve using third party tools. This method only works if the new version of the application is not supported by your device due to system requirements.

If you are using an old Apple smartphone or tablet, or have not updated iOS to version 8 or 9, you will inevitably encounter limitations - App Store will prompt you to first or update your operating system. However, you can cheat and download not a new version of the application, but one compatible with old technology or an outdated build of iOS.

How to install on iOS old version applications?

1. Go to system iPhone settings or iPad and turn on iCloud synchronization.
2. Launch iTunes on your computer and download the application you need, even if it’s a new version.
3. Open the App Store on mobile device and find the application you downloaded through iTunes.
4. Near the application name, instead of the “download” button, a button with a cloud will appear, which shows what is in your account a "purchase" has already been registered and you can freely download this application on your device.
5. If your iPhone or iPad is incompatible with this application, the system will display an error and... offer to download the version that was once compatible with it.
6. Wait a while - the outdated version of the application will be downloaded to your device.

We emphasize once again that this installation method can only be used on older devices (iPhone 3, 4, etc.), and install outdated versions of applications on new smartphones and Apple tablets possible using Charlie apps, which we recently wrote about. Charlie works as a proxy that downloads from servers Apple you need you a version of the application - more stable than the new one or with features that were subsequently removed by the developers. One such application is official client VKontakte, which once had a full-fledged music section, but now only excerpts from songs are available, leading to the iTunes store.

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Apple technology is subject to fewer changes than devices running Android. On iOS you cannot work with files downloaded from the network, change the interface significantly, or install software from third party sources V Bypass App Store.

It’s even more difficult to customize the operating system - the developers do not allow you to roll back iOS at any time (for example, to legendary version firmware 10.3.3). And yet the rollback function is available, albeit in a greatly reduced version and with a lot of nuances. Which ones? Find out more below!

Is it possible to rollback iOS?

Operating room rollback procedure iOS systems possible on any Apple devices– this includes Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch and Apple TV, and Apple Watch. Of course, you shouldn’t count on returning to iOS 7, 8 or 9 on smartphones - the rollback works under the conditions that are pre-set by the developers. So, for example, if it became possible to test a beta iOS version, then the opportunity for a rollback will certainly appear, but before the first stable version, next to beta.

Possible problems

Range of possible technical errors extensive There may be problems with activating the device after an incorrect (the instructions described in the next chapter exclude such problems) rollback, difficulties associated with using biometric scanners, launching the camera and saving photos, playing music and even activation mobile network. There are situations that are much worse when, due to the wrong algorithm of actions, neither smartphones, nor tablets, nor “ smart watch» no longer turned on without contacting the service center.

The only way to avoid meeting people like this uncorrectable errors– do not deviate from the instructions, use firmware files from trusted sources, do not improvise and under no circumstances interfere with devices connected to the PC via USB (if the wire comes off, the recovery process will be disrupted, and serious consequences will follow).

Working methods

It is always worth starting the process of returning to the old version of the iOS operating system from the website, a kind of database where independent developers have created a real cult of admirers of Apple technology. Firstly, we have put together a whole collection of instructions and answers to frequently asked questions. So, for example, anyone can find out whether it is possible to install JailBreak on iOS 11.4, whether it is worth downloading 12 Beta, how to disable all service notifications and change the wallpaper.

And secondly, we took care of preserving the last ten official updates iOS operating system, and those versions to which it is realistic to roll back are marked with special green checkmarks. And here it is important to understand that the set of versions available for rollback is strictly limited and depends on Apple’s actions.

For example, if it appears iOS Beta 12 especially for developers, then they will allow you to roll back to 11. If beta 13 appears, then to stable 12 and so on. There is no way to install via IPSW.ME (and by third party methods) iOS 8, 9, 10, of course not. Therefore, if you want to roll back from beta to something stable, there is a way:

Preparing the device

Before restoring, it is important to disable the “Find iPhone” mode on any device suitable for the rollback:

And yet – without the “Find iPhone (iPad, iPod, etc.)” function, any Apple technology is under serious threat, and therefore there is no need to delay the recovery mode, it is better to get down to business right away. And, after returning to the required version iOS - immediately activate the function back.

Recovery Mode

If there are no problems with the save firmware, backup and settings, then it’s time to get to the point:


iOS Rollback possible - the main thing is to carefully understand the instructions described above and, most importantly, not to use firmware downloaded from unverified sources.

After updating to a new version of iOS, you may notice that you do not like the firmware. In this case, there is an excellent solution - roll back the software to the optimal version, in your opinion. That is, if you updated to, for example, IOS 10, then you can easily install it on your iOS device 8 using the instructions below.

When is it necessary to rollback iOS?

The reasons for installing an older version of the operating system may be the following circumstances:

  • With new firmware versions, the design changes, and not all users may like the new design.
  • The most common reason is the appearance of freezes and glitches. Happen similar problems for two reasons: either the new version of the firmware became available to users in a too crude form, with errors in the code and shortcomings, or the device that was updated was already outdated for the loads created by new version IOS.

Please note that it is not possible to roll back any device for any version, detailed information You can view which device to which firmware version can be rolled back to on the following website - http://appstudio.org/shsh. All data is located in table format.

How to roll back iOS to a specific version on an Apple device

Before you begin the process, you need to prepare the following things:

  • iTunes installed on your computer and updated to the latest version.
  • The version of the software you selected, in IPSW format, is downloaded to an easily accessible folder. You can download it from trusted websites that distribute IOS firmware for free, for example, following link- http://appstudio.org/ios. Download the firmware strictly for your device model, otherwise problems will arise during installation.
  • A USB adapter that will connect your device to your computer.

If all the above conditions are met by you, then next step will prepare the device itself for the rollback process.

Saving important data

Please note that when you roll back your device, all data, applications and media files from it are permanently erased, so it’s worth taking care of them. There is an option that allows you to delete files from the device, it will be discussed later in the article, but it is no less stable. You can save everything you need using backup, created as follows:

Disable password

Another important point is to disable the password and Touch ID, if it is supported and enabled on your device.

Deactivating Find My iPhone

Before any actions with the device’s firmware, you must disable the “Find iPhone” function, since, otherwise, iTunes simply will not allow you to perform any actions:

Firmware rollback

If all previous preparatory work have been carried out, then you can begin the rollback itself. It doesn't matter which device you're downgrading from, or from which version of iOS you're downgrading to.

  1. Connect the device to the computer using a USB adapter.
  2. Log in to the system.
  3. Go to your device's settings by clicking on the icon that looks like a phone or tablet.
  4. Clamp Shift button on the keyboard if you are using Windows, or Option button, if you are using Mac OS. Without releasing the key, click on the “Restore” button.
  5. A window with folders will open; you need to specify the path to the firmware that you downloaded earlier.
  6. Wait while iTunes extracts the software from the firmware and installs it. The process can last from five minutes to half an hour, do not disconnect the device from the computer or interrupt the process with any actions, otherwise the device may enter endless recovery mode.

Rollback without data loss

This rollback option also exists; it allows you to rollback without losing the data on the device. To do this, in point 4 of the “Rolling Back Firmware” section, you need to click on the “Restore” button and the “Update” button. All other steps are completely the same. The only thing worth considering is that the execution full recovery, that is, resetting the system and installing it from scratch is safer, since the chance that any elements will remain from the previous version is much lower.

Video tutorial: How to downgrade iOS version

Third party rollback programs

If for some reason the iTunes method does not suit you, then you can use the third-party program RedSnow. It is distributed free of charge for both Windows and Mac OS on the official website of the developer - http://redsnow.ru.

  1. After downloading and opening the program, select the Extras section.
  2. Click on the Even More button.
  3. In the menu that opens, go to the Restore block.
  4. Click the IPSW button to specify the path to the previously downloaded firmware.
  5. The notification that appears will ask you whether to cancel the modem upgrade or not. Click on the “Yes” option.
  6. A window will open in which you will be warned that the device will now need to be put into recovery mode, close it.
  7. Connect the device to the computer using a USB adapter and enter it into DFU Mode. How to do this is described step by step in the program itself.
  8. If you have not previously performed such rollback operations with this program, then click on the Remote button so that it will automatically find the necessary hashes on its servers.
  9. Done, now all you have to do is wait for the process to complete. The device will automatically update to the version you downloaded and turn on, after which you will have to go through the initial setup process.

Is it possible to roll back individual applications?

If the purpose of your system rollback is to install older versions of applications, then you should not carry it out, since there is a better option - use a special App program Admin. You can download it directly from the App Store for free. Thanks to this application, you can view all available versions applications installed on your phone and roll back to them. To use the program, just select the applications to roll back and enter the unique version number to which you want to roll back the selected application.

So, installing an older version of the software is possible on all devices from Apple, but you can’t roll back to any version, but only to those that have the SHSH signature. The process can be completed either through the official iTunes app, and through third-party programs. The main thing is to download correct version firmware and do not interrupt the update process until it is fully completed.