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How To Upgrade or Downgrade Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8 device. Neither is the device put at risk, nor does Dr.Fone allow such procedures to compromise the quality of the Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8 with the computer that is to be processed with a USB connection.
As you attach the Apple iPhone 8 device with a proper USB cable, the platform detects the Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8.
- 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 Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8 will be retained. Conversely, if the Apple iPhone 8 is downgraded from iOS 16.4 to iOS 16.3.1, the data will be erased from the Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8 will be retained. Conversely, if the Apple iPhone 8 is downgraded from iOS 16.4 to iOS 16.3.1, the data will be erased from the Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8, the platform will verify the process.
- Step 6: Perform the Downgrade Process on the Apple iPhone 8
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 Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8 device. Neither is the device put at risk, nor does Dr.Fone allow such procedures to compromise the quality of the Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8 with the computer that is to be processed with a USB connection.
As you attach the Apple iPhone 8 device with a proper USB cable, the platform detects the Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8.
- 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 Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8 will be retained. Conversely, if the Apple iPhone 8 is downgraded from iOS 16.4 to iOS 16.3.1, the data will be erased from the Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8 will be retained. Conversely, if the Apple iPhone 8 is downgraded from iOS 16.4 to iOS 16.3.1, the data will be erased from the Apple iPhone 8 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 Apple iPhone 8, the platform will verify the process.
- Step 6: Perform the Downgrade Process on the Apple iPhone 8
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 Get Out of Recovery or DFU Mode on Apple iPhone 8?
Have you been working with Wondershare Dr.Fone - System Repair (iOS) to fix some system issues with your iOS device? If so, it would surely be put in Recovery Mode or DFU mode for this purpose. To retain your device back in normal condition, you will have to exit Recovery Mode iPhone or its DFU Mode. For that, this guide helps you with some comprehensive steps:
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Part 1: How To Exit Recovery Mode (Free Service)
While working for a specific operation, you might have put your iOS device in Recovery Mode. If so, taking it out of the Recovery Mode seems an impossible task. In such a condition, you can consider using the free service of Wondershare Dr.Fone. While no data of the Apple iPhone 8 device is at risk, follow the procedure described below to exit Recovery Mode iPhone:
- Step 1: Open Dr.Fone and Continue With System Repair
Launch Wondershare Dr.Fone on your computer and proceed to select the Toolbox section from the left panel. Continue to the System Repair tool to initiate the required process.
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: Define the Nature of the Device
On the window that opens up, select iOS to define the nature of the Apple iPhone 8 device that will be part of the process.
- Step 3: Select the Appropriate Mode of Repair
Continue to select Toolbox Repair from the options on the next screen.
- Step 4: Verify Device Condition and Select Option
Verify if the screen of your iOS device is showing the respective visuals. If so, your iOS device is in Recovery Mode.
After verifying the situation of your iOS device, continue to select the Exit Recovery Mode option on the window that opens.
- Step 5: Exit Recovery Mode
The Exit Recovery Mode process is a one-click process that will execute the complete task. Click Exit Recovery Mode on the bottom of the screen to carry out the process.
- Step 6: Execute the Process Successfully
The next window will display the completion of the process. Check if your iOS device is operational or not. If the Apple iPhone 8 device does not start, you can tap on the Standard Mode option below to fix the problematic device.
Part 2: How To Exit DFU Mode (Free Service)
Wondershare Dr.Fone - System Repair (iOS) also provides a dedicated feature of exiting the DFU mode through its service. If you intend to exit DFU Mode after accidentally putting the iOS device in this particular mode, follow the steps provided below for a comprehensive overview:
- Step 1: Navigate to Exit DFU Option
As you navigate into the Toolbox Repair function provided by System Repair (iOS), proceed to the next screen to select the option of Exit DFU Mode.
- Step 2: Follow On-Screen Instructions to Exit
On the next screen, you will be provided with an on-screen set of instructions to put an iOS device out of DFU mode. Select any particular iPhone model range your device lies in and follow the guidelines.
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- Title: How to Downgrade Apple iPhone 8 without Losing Data? | Dr.fone
- Author: Ian
- Created at : 2024-05-20 10:20:14
- Updated at : 2024-05-21 10:20:14
- Link: https://techidaily.com/how-to-downgrade-apple-iphone-8-without-losing-data-drfone-by-drfone-ios-system-repair-ios-system-repair/
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