New firmware for iPhone. IPad firmware

Restoring iPhone 5S is actually a simple process that all modern iOS device owners should know about. After reading this article, you will learn about what the gadget firmware is, and also get the necessary information about the available flashing options. So how to reflash your iPhone yourself?

Features of the procedure

All owners of such devices must have the skills of flashing the gadget. Even if you become the owner of an expensive modern device, you do not have to contact a service center if there are certain difficulties in the operation of the device.

So what is firmware? If this concept is considered as a software component, then the firmware iPhone smartphone 5S is work on replacing the OS or software. In the "apple" company, the software for Apple gadgets is simply called iOS. If we consider the flashing of an iOS device as a process, then we can say that this is an update or restoration of the device's software.

There are two main flashing options:

  • update;
  • recovery.

They are almost the same, but as a result of the first operation, new iOS... When restoring an iPhone, the term "new" does not refer to the OS itself, but to its state. In other words, it becomes "clean".

Flashing methods

There are two ways to restore the operation of the smartphone operating system, one of which is universal and can be simultaneously used for updating and restoring. The second option is only suitable for updating.

To carry out the operation, you need to choose what suits you best:

  • update via Wi-Fi;
  • firmware via iTunes.

The iPhone 5S supports the ability to update the OS using a wireless network. In the second case, the data is downloaded to a personal computer, and then a flashing is carried out using iTunes.

Differences between processes

Both processes have certain differences that must be taken into account when choosing one or another option. Updating or restoring a smartphone is a software component of a gadget. The process itself is the restoration of the original data.

During recovery, all content, as well as personal data, is automatically deleted from the iPhone. All smartphone settings are returned to factory settings. Simply put, this process is a reset of the gadget itself to factory settings and getting a clean latest version OS.

When updated, the data remains, but only the system is updated. In other words, updating a smartphone is installing the most recent (or any required) version of the operating system.

Gadgets for iOS can be in three modes provided by the manufacturer - update (DFU Mode), recovery (Recovery Mode) and normal. As a result, the flashing process, respectively, can also take place in three modes.

Flash using iTunes

The iPhone recovery process with this option involves a few simple steps:

  • download the iOS file to your smartphone, but this is not required.

    • In order to independently update a 5S series smartphone, you will need to do the following:

    1. Disable Find iPhone on your smartphone.
    2. Connect your phone to a PC, launch iTunes manually, if it is not set to launch automatically.
    3. Open synchronization by clicking on the icon with the name of the device.
    4. Press "Restore" (while holding down the "Shift" button). If your computer is running a Mac operating system, then Alt is pressed instead of Shift.

    1. After that, a window will open where you will need to select the location on the local disk where the firmware is located.
    2. The file must have the "ipsw" extension, click open on it and then confirm the request. iTunes will start the operation on its own.

    Nothing more is required from the user, the program itself will delete all unnecessary content and download the new firmware. The device will enter Recovery Mode and recovery will take place.

    Flashing over Wi-Fi

    In the iPhone 5S, the developers have implemented an update into the OS itself. In the gadget settings there is a "Software update" item, but this service functions only when Wi-Fi is connected (such a process will not work without a normal connection speed).

    So, how to reflash the 5th iPhone yourself?

    • In the 5S model menu, select "Settings", go to the "General" section and then click "Software Update".

    • The next step is to click the Download and Install button.
    • After that, a new window will open where you must agree to the terms of the developer.
    • Next, you just need to wait until the installation process is complete.

    While using this method of system recovery, you do not have to worry about anything. Self-loading of the file is not required in this case, it will be automatically installed on the phone.

    It should be noted that the update does not delete data, but this option is dangerous for locked and jailbroken devices. This is because the firmware can deactivate the jailbreak.

    Reset iOS settings

    The update process on the iPhone locked under the operator leads to the following consequences:

    • complete loss of jailbreak;
    • the impossibility of connecting a smartphone to another operator;
    • lock your phone.

    There is a solution to this problem. You will need to factory reset and delete content without OS update process and loss of jailbreak. To do this, you can use a special program, for example, SemiRestore, which clears the contents of the phone and resets the settings without any loss.

    From all of the above, it becomes clear that iPhone firmware is a fairly simple process that does not require special knowledge and skills. It is enough to have basic management skills. This allows you to save on visits to specialized service centers.

    Ways to factory reset and clear content

    If necessary, you can reset the settings and clear the content in the iPhone using special procedures. It is worth doing this in cases when the phone runs out of free space or it starts to work poorly.

    To check the available memory, go to the "General" section in the phone settings, then click on "Statistics" and find the "Storage" section. This menu contains information about the memory of the device.

    You can clean the Iphone 5S partially or completely in several ways through:

    • iTunes;
    • "Storage";
    • Desktop;
    • iCloud;
    • erase settings and content on your phone.

    Certain methods completely "zero" the device and clean up the iOS. As a result, it will be necessary to restore and configure the data from the backup. The phone firmware will be like new, without unnecessary data. In other cases, you can only delete specific data and applications.

    Removing settings and content

    The process of removing settings and all content takes place in five steps:

    1. Go to the "Settings" section, then "General" and click "Reset";
    2. Select "Erase", enter the password, if it was set;
    3. Confirm the request by double-clicking "Erase iPhone";
    4. When the phone search function is on, you need to enter the password;
    5. After disabling the phone search function, the screen goes out, the manufacturer's logo and the process bar appear.

    To carry out the process, it is not always necessary to connect the phone to the charger, but the level of the battery reserve must be appropriate. Otherwise, you may lose all files important to you.

    Erasing data with iCloud

    Cleaning your iPhone using iCloud is done remotely from your computer or other device. At the same time, it does not matter which operating system you use. The process only needs an internet connection. The procedure itself is carried out in several stages:

    1. Log in to icloud.com and start a phone search;
    2. Select "All devices", click on the icon of your device;
    3. A window will appear on the right in which you must confirm the deletion of data;
    4. Confirm the request "Erase";
    5. Activation Lock does not allow you to erase data until you enter your Apple ID password;
    6. Click "Next" and at the end "Finish";
    7. After that, the process of erasing data on the iPhone begins.

    You can carry out the procedure even if the phone is not connected to the Internet. The request will be queued and executed when connected to the network. In other words, as soon as the phone goes online, the process will start automatically.

    Removing the application and files

    Check everything carefully before deleting any files. Important data for you, numbers, photos, videos should be transferred to another medium. You can remove any applications from the iPhone operating system in different ways: using settings, iTunes or the desktop. The easiest option is to hold the icon with your finger until a “cross” appears in the corner. By clicking on this "cross" you confirm the process, after which the data will be deleted.

    Removal with the help of "Storage" takes place in several stages. Like all of the listed procedures, such an operation does not take much time and effort. It is enough to memorize each step, and you will be able to cope with this task in a matter of minutes:

    • You need to go to "Settings", go to the "General" section, select the "Statistics" item and then "Storage".
    • Next, you need to select an application, after which a window will appear with the corresponding information about the size of the application.
    • Select "Uninstall a program" and confirm the process, after which all selected files will be deleted.

    Another option to delete data on your 5S phone is to use iTunes. There are also no difficulties here, just follow the steps listed, and you can cope with this task in a few minutes:

    1. Connect your smartphone to Wi-Fi or computer, launch iTunes;
    2. Select your device;
    3. Select the "Programs" tab;
    4. Next to the file to be deleted, in the list of downloads, there will be a “Delete” button that must be clicked.

    All apps marked for deletion on iPhone will be completely erased. Also, they can be installed again in exactly the same way.

    It should be noted that the free space of any phone, including the iPhone 5S, is occupied by other files, for example, notes, contacts, music, photos, and so on. However, there is another application that simply "eats up" memory - this is Safari. Therefore, if you use your iPhone to access the network, then be prepared for the fact that it will constantly take up a lot of space. You will need to periodically clear the cache.

    Thanks to such simple knowledge, you will be able to repair not only your phone, but also help your relatives and friends. Also, for some advanced owners Apple products such knowledge allows you to make good money.

    In conclusion, it should be said that flashing a smartphone and deleting files does not take much time, and the process itself is quite clear and simple. Everyone can easily cope with this issue, it is enough to have minimal skills in working with a phone and a computer. This is a good way to save money and time. In addition, if you try and get better acquainted with the capabilities of your phone, then additional options for controlling your phone will open before you.

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    Finally, it saved users from a rather unpleasant nuance, namely, differences between versions of the same system for different device specifications. The innovation is not God knows what, but it significantly simplifies the life of the owners of iDevices with a complete reinstallation (restoration) of the OS.

    As you know, Apple releases different specifications of devices for different regions due to the technical features of the cellular networks of local operators. Determining the exact variation of your iPhone or iPad is quite simple - it matches the model number indicated on the box and on the back of the device itself (A1453, A1533, A1518, etc.). That is, when reinstalling iOS through recovery, the user previously had to download an IPSW file with a specific version of the system that exactly matches the device's specification. It is worth admitting that many users did not succeed in choosing the right firmware for the iPhone or iPad the first time.

    How to choose the firmware for restoring (flashing) iPhone and iPad

    Now what? From now on, iOS 10 is not only universal across all iPhone and iPad specifications, but in some cases the same firmware can be suitable even for different models... For example, the same iPSW file will correctly install the top ten on the iPad Air 2, iPad mini 3 and iPad mini 4 (previously, each device had at least two versions of the IPSW firmware file).

    You can always download all current firmware files for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch.

    What is the use of this? Naturally, now it becomes much easier to find the firmware for your iPhone or iPad, while the task of reinstalling iOS for beginners is much easier - additional nuances often complicate the procedure. In addition, some users (for example, repairing iDevices) store IPSW files on physical drives or in the "clouds", and this innovation will help save disk space.

    Most recently, the famous Canadian iOS programmer, known under the nickname iH8Sn0w up to version 2.9.9. This application will be very useful for owners locked to the operator Apple smartphones since only with the help can be obtained on iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS with subsequent unlock.

    The main feature of this tool is the creation of a custom iOS 6.1 firmware with jailbreak without upgrading the modem and with the ability to activate (hack).

    The disadvantages include work only on the Windows operating system and support only for older devices such as iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4.

    Why do you need custom firmware without upgrading the modem?

    The fact is that when updating (restoring) an iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4 (and any other iPhone) to the official firmware, along with updating the iOS itself, the modem firmware version, which is responsible for unlocking the smartphone, is often updated.

    For example, if you have an iPhone 3GS locked on the operator with the legendary version of the iPad modem - 06.15.00 (or any other), then when you update to the official iOS 6.1 firmware, at best you will receive a "software" (fixable) brick, but if If your iPhone 3GS was released after October 2011, then there is a great chance of getting a "hardware" brick, which can only be restored by replacing the so-called modem part of the "flash drive". The pleasure is not cheap, the cost of replacing the "flash drive" ranges from $ 30 to $ 80.

    From my own observations, I can say with 99.9% certainty that you will not "catch" a hardware failure of the modem part (flash drive) on an iPhone 3GS with 16 or 32 GB of memory. These models were discontinued until October 2011. But, with the iPhone 3GS version of 8 GB, you need to be more careful, I repeat that when updating the iPhone 3GS 8GB, released after October 2011 to the official firmware, there is a huge probability of failure of the modem part of the smartphone.

    The first signs of failure of the modem part are the absence of Settings values IMEI, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi... If the problem is caused by updating (restoring) to the official firmware, then on iPhone 3GS 16 and 32GB this can be cured by software, but on iPhone 3GS 8GB it is not always possible. Taking this opportunity, I invite (pah-pah-pah, of course) to our "Yablyk-repair" — .

    And so, the custom iOS 6.1 firmware obtained with the help provides an opportunity to restore any iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4 locked to the operator WITHOUT updating (increasing) the modem firmware version. Those. in this case, ONLY the iOS version is upgraded, and the modem version remains unchanged. That allows you to easily unlock iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4 on iOS 6.1 using a utility or turbo SIM cards (Gevey, Rebel, etc.)

    Custom iOS 6.1 firmware for locked iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS. Instructions for creating.

    Before following this instruction, be sure to read it to the very end.

    1. Download IPSW file official iOS 6.1 firmware and app.

    2. Open and click the white arrow in the blue square in the lower right corner of the application window. In the window that opens, select "Browse for an IPSW" and point to the official iOS 6.1 firmware downloaded at item 1.

    3. If you are creating a custom for the iPhone 3GS, then in the next window you will be asked to specify the bootrom version. Please select "New-Bootrom / I dont't know", which means you are not aware of the bootrom version. :)

    4. Make sure that the firmware has been successfully identified. An inscription of the type should appear: (Your firmware version) IPSW Verified! See screenshot. Click on the white arrow.

    5. Please select Expert Mode... Click on the arrow to continue.

    6. Select item General.

    7. In this window, you can add a function for the created custom iOS 6.1. Check the box Activation The iPhone (Hacktivate) if you have NO SIM-card of the operator on which your iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4 is locked. And NOT check this box if you have THERE IS in the presence of a SIM-card of the "native" operator. Click on the arrow.

    8. Click on the button "Buid IPSW" to create a custom iOS 6.1 firmware file for iPhone 4 or iPhone 3GS. Click on the arrow.

    9. will start creating a custom iOS 6.1 firmware with a jailbreak, about which the application will notify you with a message "Done" and offering a donation to hackers from who created it, sewn into the one received by the custom.

    The custom iOS 6.1 firmware you have created will appear on your computer desktop.

    Click on OK.

    10. In order to recover to the custom iOS 6.1 and not get the 16xx error in iTunes, you need to put your iPhone into a special recovery mode -. Follow the instructions on the screen:

    - press the Power button and the Home button at the same time for 10-12 seconds.
    - after 10-12 seconds, release the Power button, but continue to hold the Home button until a green scrolling line appears on the screen.

    Everything! Before you iPhone in mode PWNED DFU(black screen). will inform you about it.

    Custom firmware with jailbreak iOS 6.1 on iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4. Installation instructions.

    1. Launch iTunes. The app should detect your iPhone in recovery mode (PWNED DFU). Press and hold on the keyboard Shift and at the same time click the Restore button in the iTunes window.

    2. Specify in the window the IPSW file of the received custom firmware iOS 6.1 for iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4 and click "Open".

    The installation process will begin. Do not touch your iPhone during recovery. Wait. This may take 10-15 minutes.

    ATTENTION!

    - If at the end of recovery your iPhone is in Recovery Mode(on the screen the iTunes icon and the cable), then you can exit the utility, which you can download. Launch iReb and go to the tab Recovery Mode Loop Fixer / SHSH Blobs Grabber.

    Click on the button Set Auto-Boot True (Fixes 1015 Errors / Recovery Loops).

    - noticed that iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4 with custom firmware installed is NOT detected in iTunes. Unfortunately, we do not have a solution yet. However, for synchronization, we recommend using third-party iTunes analog applications, such as iTools or iFunBox.

    Congratulations, you have received an iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4 with iOS 6.1 untethered jailbreak.

    Here we deal with the standard methods iPhone firmware, as well as flashing through Recovery Mode and DFU. Bookmark the instructions. It will come in handy to update or revive the device.

    Automatic software update air

    Why: For a standard transition to a new version of iOS.

    How: Go to Settings - General - Software Update... Wait for the information to be updated, read the innovations, download and install the software using the corresponding button.

    Automatic update via iTunes

    Why: To upgrade to a new version of iOS if you cannot download software from iPhone.

    How: Connect iPhone to computer via USB. Go to the device management section, click the button Refresh and wait for the operation to complete.

    Manual iPhone update via iTunes

    Why: To upgrade to a new version of iOS using the downloaded firmware file, if you cannot update the device using standard means.

    How: Connect iPhone to computer via USB. Go to the device management section. Hold down Option for Mac or Shift for Windows and click Refresh... Select the downloaded firmware file and wait for the operation to complete.

    Smartphone firmware via Recovery Mode

    Why: To get a completely clean iOS if operating system does not work correctly.

    How: Turn off your smartphone. Hold the volume down key for 7 or Home for other iPhones and connect the device to your computer.

    iTunes will automatically detect if there is a problem with the iPhone and will offer to update or restore it.

    Flashing iPhone with DFU Mode

    Why: To reanimate an iOS device when Recovery Mode does not help - the iPhone does not turn on and does not respond to other manipulations.

    How: Connect your iPhone to your computer, and turn it off if it's on.

    Press and hold the power button for three seconds. Without releasing it, press the volume down button for 7-ki and Home for other devices and hold for ten seconds. Release the power button, but continue to hold the second for another five seconds.

    iTunes will notify you that the iPhone is connected. Now it is in recovery mode via DFU and you can do it by pressing the corresponding button.

    If the Apple or iTunes logo is lit on the screen, you have put your smartphone in Recovery Mode. Did something wrong, so try again from the beginning.

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