How To Update or Downgrade iPhone 6? | Dr.fone
How To Upgrade or Downgrade iPhone 6 Without iTunes?
Apple devices come with the option of upgrading their operating system now and then. While you may receive timely updates of iOS or iPadOS on your iPhone 6 there are several others that are practiced updating the OS. One such method involves iTunes, which can be a risky process. As an alternative, Dr.Fone comes with an option to update iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch without iTunes and even downgrade iOS.
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Part 1: How To Update iOS or iPadOS to the Latest Version?
Wondershare Dr.Fone - System Repair (iOS) provides a comprehensive set of options to update iOS devices without iTunes. While the process retains data for you, it upgrades your iOS without jailbreaking the iPhone 6 device. Neither is the device put at risk, nor does Dr.Fone allow such procedures to compromise the quality of the iPhone 6 device.
- Step 1: Launch Dr.Fone and Select System Repair
Download and install the latest version of Wondershare Dr.Fone on your computer and continue to launch it. Proceed to the Toolbox section from the left panel and select System Repair from the options.
Dr.Fone Mac version still has the old interface, but it does not affect the use of Dr.Fone function, we will update it as soon as possible.
- Step 2: Select the Device Type to Repair
Continue to select iOS on the next screen to define the nature of the device that is to be repaired.
- Step 3: Proceed with the Right Method
As you are redirected to the next screen, look for the iOS Upgrade/Downgrade option to lead to the required set of options.
- Step 4: Select the Option to Upgrade iOS
For upgrading your iOS, you are advised to continue with the Upgrade iOS option on the next screen.
- Step 5: Attach iDevice to Establish the Connection
The platform prompts for connecting the iPhone 6 with the computer that is to be processed with a USB connection.
As you attach the device with a proper USB cable, the platform detects the device and continues to establish a proper connection.
- Step 6: Select iOS Firmware and Download
On a successful connection, a list of upgrading options appears on the next screen, where the user can select any option to continue with the process. Click Download against the iOS version that you want to upgrade to.
Note: For updating iOS, you are provided with the options of a flat flash and upgrade flash, which come in both official and beta versions.
- Step 7: Initiate Download of iOS Firmware
The firmware starts to download on the platform and is verified before it is made ready for installation on the iDevice.
- Step 8: Repair iOS Device with Installed Firmware
Once the iOS firmware downloads successfully, click Repair Now on the platform to initiate the process.
- Step 9: Observe the Completion of the Process
You can analyze the completion of the process through the progress bar appearing on the next screen.
- Step 10: Conclude Upgrading iOS/iPadOS
As the operating system is upgraded on your iDevice, continue to click Done to conclude the entire process.
Part 2: How to Downgrade iOS or iPadOS to an Older Version?
When it comes to downgrading your iOS or iPadOS to an older version, Wondershare Dr.Fone provides a comprehensive set of functions within its tool. You can select the most appropriate version according to the available options. Find out how you can downgrade Apple iOS with the help of Dr.Fone:
- Step 1: Select Downgrade iOS/iPadOS
As you progress into the right menu, select Downgrade from the two options for the execution of the required process.
- Step 2: Backup iDevice If Needed
A prompt will appear asking you to back up your iOS device data before executing this process, as the process normally erases the data of the device. Click Continue if you do not bother with the erasing of your data.
Note: For example, if you are downgrading from iOS version iOS 16.4.1 to version iOS 16.4 the data within the iDevice will be retained. Conversely, if the iDevice is downgraded from iOS 16.4 to iOS 16.3.1, the data will be erased from the device. Thus, it is best to back up your device before performing such an operation.
- Step 3: Connect your iDevice with USB Cable
You will then be asked to connect your iDevice with a USB connection.
As the device is attached, it will be automatically detected, and the platform will continue with the particular method.
- Step 4: Select iOS Firmware to Downgrade
Select the best iOS firmware option from the options on the next screen, which will act as the version to which the iDevice will be downgraded. As you tap Download, you will be redirected to a new screen.
Note: For example, if you are downgrading from iOS version iOS 16.4.1 to version iOS 16.4 the data within the iDevice will be retained. Conversely, if the iDevice is downgraded from iOS 16.4 to iOS 16.3.1, the data will be erased from the device. Thus, it is best to back up your iOS device before performing such an operation.
- Step 5: Download iOS Firmware on Platform
The respective iOS firmware will start downloading on the platform. Before it is used to downgrade the iOS across the iDevice, the platform will verify the process.
- Step 6: Perform the Downgrade Process on the iDevice
Click Repair Now to redirect toward installing the iOS firmware on your device.
- Step 7: Conclude iOS Downgrade
The progress bar displays the completion of the process.
As the iOS is successfully downgraded on your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch, continue to click Done to execute the entire process.
How To Upgrade or Downgrade iPhone 6 Without iTunes?
Apple devices come with the option of upgrading their operating system now and then. While you may receive timely updates of iOS or iPadOS on your iPhone 6 there are several others that are practiced updating the OS. One such method involves iTunes, which can be a risky process. As an alternative, Dr.Fone comes with an option to update iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch without iTunes and even downgrade iOS.
Upgrade to the Newest Dr.Fone Manage Your Phone Wherever You Go
Part 1: How To Update iOS or iPadOS to the Latest Version?
Wondershare Dr.Fone - System Repair (iOS) provides a comprehensive set of options to update iOS devices without iTunes. While the process retains data for you, it upgrades your iOS without jailbreaking the iPhone 6 device. Neither is the device put at risk, nor does Dr.Fone allow such procedures to compromise the quality of the iPhone 6 device.
- Step 1: Launch Dr.Fone and Select System Repair
Download and install the latest version of Wondershare Dr.Fone on your computer and continue to launch it. Proceed to the Toolbox section from the left panel and select System Repair from the options.
Dr.Fone Mac version still has the old interface, but it does not affect the use of Dr.Fone function, we will update it as soon as possible.
- Step 2: Select the Device Type to Repair
Continue to select iOS on the next screen to define the nature of the device that is to be repaired.
- Step 3: Proceed with the Right Method
As you are redirected to the next screen, look for the iOS Upgrade/Downgrade option to lead to the required set of options.
- Step 4: Select the Option to Upgrade iOS
For upgrading your iOS, you are advised to continue with the Upgrade iOS option on the next screen.
- Step 5: Attach iDevice to Establish the Connection
The platform prompts for connecting the iPhone 6 with the computer that is to be processed with a USB connection.
As you attach the device with a proper USB cable, the platform detects the device and continues to establish a proper connection.
- Step 6: Select iOS Firmware and Download
On a successful connection, a list of upgrading options appears on the next screen, where the user can select any option to continue with the process. Click Download against the iOS version that you want to upgrade to.
Note: For updating iOS, you are provided with the options of a flat flash and upgrade flash, which come in both official and beta versions.
- Step 7: Initiate Download of iOS Firmware
The firmware starts to download on the platform and is verified before it is made ready for installation on the iDevice.
- Step 8: Repair iOS Device with Installed Firmware
Once the iOS firmware downloads successfully, click Repair Now on the platform to initiate the process.
- Step 9: Observe the Completion of the Process
You can analyze the completion of the process through the progress bar appearing on the next screen.
- Step 10: Conclude Upgrading iOS/iPadOS
As the operating system is upgraded on your iDevice, continue to click Done to conclude the entire process.
Part 2: How to Downgrade iOS or iPadOS to an Older Version?
When it comes to downgrading your iOS or iPadOS to an older version, Wondershare Dr.Fone provides a comprehensive set of functions within its tool. You can select the most appropriate version according to the available options. Find out how you can downgrade Apple iOS with the help of Dr.Fone:
- Step 1: Select Downgrade iOS/iPadOS
As you progress into the right menu, select Downgrade from the two options for the execution of the required process.
- Step 2: Backup iDevice If Needed
A prompt will appear asking you to back up your iOS device data before executing this process, as the process normally erases the data of the device. Click Continue if you do not bother with the erasing of your data.
Note: For example, if you are downgrading from iOS version iOS 16.4.1 to version iOS 16.4 the data within the iDevice will be retained. Conversely, if the iDevice is downgraded from iOS 16.4 to iOS 16.3.1, the data will be erased from the device. Thus, it is best to back up your device before performing such an operation.
- Step 3: Connect your iDevice with USB Cable
You will then be asked to connect your iDevice with a USB connection.
As the device is attached, it will be automatically detected, and the platform will continue with the particular method.
- Step 4: Select iOS Firmware to Downgrade
Select the best iOS firmware option from the options on the next screen, which will act as the version to which the iDevice will be downgraded. As you tap Download, you will be redirected to a new screen.
Note: For example, if you are downgrading from iOS version iOS 16.4.1 to version iOS 16.4 the data within the iDevice will be retained. Conversely, if the iDevice is downgraded from iOS 16.4 to iOS 16.3.1, the data will be erased from the device. Thus, it is best to back up your iOS device before performing such an operation.
- Step 5: Download iOS Firmware on Platform
The respective iOS firmware will start downloading on the platform. Before it is used to downgrade the iOS across the iDevice, the platform will verify the process.
- Step 6: Perform the Downgrade Process on the iDevice
Click Repair Now to redirect toward installing the iOS firmware on your device.
- Step 7: Conclude iOS Downgrade
The progress bar displays the completion of the process.
As the iOS is successfully downgraded on your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch, continue to click Done to execute the entire process.
How To Reset Your iPhone 6?
iOS devices that are causing multiple software and system issues need to be reset properly. Wondershare Dr.Fone - System Repair (iOS) comes with a proper system to reset the iOS device. With the help of the tool, you can reset your iOS device by following the guidelines provided below.
Note: Resetting your device may cause you to lose all of your data, including your contacts, photos, messages, and apps. By backing up your iOS data , you can ensure that you have a copy of all your important information and can easily restore it to your device after the reset.
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Index
Part 1: General Reset (Free Service)
For the first approach, you can consider the option of performing a general reset which needs to be executed manually by the user. While this does not erase any data of the iOS device, it puts all major settings of the iPhone 6 device to default. Such an approach goes perfectly in situations where you have to resolve issues like not receiving notifications on iOS device or the phone network remains unavailable.
Follow the steps guided below to reset your iOS device properly:
- Step 1: Launch Dr.Fone and Access System Repair
Open Wondershare Dr.Fone after downloading and installing the latest version of the software on the computer. Continue to select Toolbox from the left section and redirect to selecting System Repair from the options.
Dr.Fone Mac version still has the old interface, but it does not affect the use of Dr.Fone function, we will update it as soon as possible.
- Step 2: Select the Nature of the Device
For the next window, select iOS to perform repairing operations for an iOS device.
- Step 3: Access Toolbox Repair
On the next screen, look for the Toolbox Repair option out of all available options since you are considering resetting your device.
- Step 4: Continue to Reset iOS Device
As you lead to the next screen, multiple options appear on the front, out of which you are advised to select Reset Device.
- Step 5: Proceed to a General Reset
This particular process is available in two different modes, out of which you have to select General Reset to continue.
- Step 6: Follow the Instructions to Reset the Device
The screen that appears next displays a composite guide explaining how to reset your iOS device properly. Follow the on-screen instructions to execute the entire process manually.
Part 2: Factory Reset (Paid Service)
In situations where you forget the password of your iOS device or get stuck at a point where it stops working, Dr.Fone - System Repair (iOS) comes with an option of performing a factory reset through the service.
For an understanding of how to reset your iOS device with Dr.Fone - System Repair (iOS) using the factory reset method, follow the instructions provided next:
- Step 1: Proceed to Reset Device Option
As you lead into the Toolbox Repair option, select the Reset Device button to proceed with resetting your iOS device.
- Step 2: Initiate Factory Reset on the Device
Continue on the next screen to select Factory Reset to perform a comprehensive reset on the iOS device.
- Step 3: Put iOS device in Recovery Mode
On the next window, follow the on-screen instructions to put your iOS device in Recovery Mode. Select the model of the iPhone 6 device according to your conditions. However, if you are not able to put your iOS device in Recovery Mode, click the Try DFU Mode option on the bottom-left of the screen.
- Step 4: Download Respective iOS Firmware
Once the device is in Recovery or DFU Mode, the platform automatically detects the connected device and displays a set of iOS firmware that can be downloaded on the device. Click Download against any iOS firmware to initiate the download.
- Step 5: Start Installation of iOS Firmware
As the firmware starts downloading on the platform, it is made available for installation after verification.
For installing the iOS firmware on the device, choose the Repair Now option to proceed next.
- Step 6: Conclude Resetting the iOS Device
Not the progress of the iOS firmware on the following screen and wait until it is completely installed on the device.
A prompt message of completion will appear on the screen showing the successful installation of the iOS firmware on the device.
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- Title: How To Update or Downgrade iPhone 6? | Dr.fone
- Author: Vivienne
- Created at : 2024-05-19 18:09:41
- Updated at : 2024-05-20 18:09:41
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