How to downgrade the system in 5s

How to downgrade the system in 5s

As the iOS system continues to be updated, many users have discovered that the new system may affect the performance of older devices (such as iPhone 5s). Therefore, downgrading the system has become a hot topic. This article will introduce you to the steps, precautions and related data of downgrading the iPhone 5s system in detail to help you complete the operation smoothly.

1. Reasons for downgrading the system

As an old device, iPhone 5s may encounter the following problems after upgrading to the latest iOS system:

1. Running speed slows down
2. Reduced battery life
3. Application compatibility issues
4. System freezes

Therefore, many users choose to downgrade to older, more stable versions of the system to improve device performance.

2. Preparations before downgrading

Before downgrading your system, you need to make the following preparations:

1.Back up data: Data may be lost during the downgrade process, it is recommended to use iTunes or iCloud backup.
2.Download firmware: Find an older version of iOS firmware for iPhone 5s.
3.Check compatibility: Make sure your device supports the downgrade target version.

3. Downgrade steps

The following are the detailed steps to downgrade the iPhone 5s system:

1. Download the corresponding iOS firmware file (.ipsw format).
2. Connect iPhone 5s to the computer and open iTunes.
3. Enter recovery mode: Press and hold the Home button and the Power button until the recovery mode interface appears.
4. In iTunes, hold down the Shift (Windows) or Option (Mac) key and click "Restore iPhone".
5. Select the downloaded firmware file and wait for the downgrade to complete.

4. Precautions

1. Downgrading the system may result in data loss, so be sure to back it up in advance.
2. Apple officials may have closed the verification channels for some older versions of the system, and you need to confirm whether it is feasible before downgrading.
3. The device may need to be reactivated after downgrading.

5. Hot Topics and Hot Content

The following are hot topics and data related to iPhone downgrades in the past 10 days:

6. Performance comparison after downgrade

The following is the performance comparison data of iPhone 5s under different iOS versions:

7. Frequently Asked Questions

1.Q: Can I still upgrade back to the latest system after downgrading?
A: Yes, but please note that Apple may close the verification channel for older versions of the system at any time.

2.Q: Will downgrading void the warranty?
A: The downgrade operation itself will not affect the warranty, but if the hardware is damaged due to downgrade, it may not be covered by the warranty.

3.Q: Which iOS versions can be downgraded?
A: Only versions for which Apple has not closed the verification channel can be downgraded. Please check Apple’s official status for details.

8. Summary

Downgrading the system is an effective way to improve the performance of iPhone 5s, but be sure to make a backup and confirm the availability of the target version before operation. Through the steps and data provided in this article, you can complete the downgrade operation more safely and efficiently, and make your iPhone 5s full of life again.