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How To Upgrade or Downgrade Apple iPhone SE (2020) 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 SE (2020) 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 SE (2020) device. Neither is the device put at risk, nor does Dr.Fone allow such procedures to compromise the quality of the Apple iPhone SE (2020) 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 SE (2020) 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 SE (2020) with the computer that is to be processed with a USB connection.
As you attach the Apple iPhone SE (2020) device with a proper USB cable, the platform detects the Apple iPhone SE (2020) 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 SE (2020).
- 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 SE (2020) 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 SE (2020) will be retained. Conversely, if the Apple iPhone SE (2020) is downgraded from iOS 16.4 to iOS 16.3.1, the data will be erased from the Apple iPhone SE (2020) 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 SE (2020) 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 SE (2020) 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 SE (2020) will be retained. Conversely, if the Apple iPhone SE (2020) is downgraded from iOS 16.4 to iOS 16.3.1, the data will be erased from the Apple iPhone SE (2020) 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 SE (2020), the platform will verify the process.
- Step 6: Perform the Downgrade Process on the Apple iPhone SE (2020)
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 SE (2020) 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 SE (2020) 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 SE (2020) device. Neither is the device put at risk, nor does Dr.Fone allow such procedures to compromise the quality of the Apple iPhone SE (2020) 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 SE (2020) 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 SE (2020) with the computer that is to be processed with a USB connection.
As you attach the Apple iPhone SE (2020) device with a proper USB cable, the platform detects the Apple iPhone SE (2020) 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 SE (2020).
- 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 SE (2020) 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 SE (2020) will be retained. Conversely, if the Apple iPhone SE (2020) is downgraded from iOS 16.4 to iOS 16.3.1, the data will be erased from the Apple iPhone SE (2020) 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 SE (2020) 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 SE (2020) 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 SE (2020) will be retained. Conversely, if the Apple iPhone SE (2020) is downgraded from iOS 16.4 to iOS 16.3.1, the data will be erased from the Apple iPhone SE (2020) 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 SE (2020), the platform will verify the process.
- Step 6: Perform the Downgrade Process on the Apple iPhone SE (2020)
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 Install the Latest iOS/iPadOS Beta Version on Apple iPhone SE (2020)?
Every year, Apple comes with its latest release of iOS under the banner of upgrading the Apple iPhone SE (2020) device’s operations. Similarly, with every iOS upgrade, a dedicated iOS beta release is expected before the final release. Many people are curious about installing the beta version and wish to try iOS before anyone else. Thus, Dr.Fone - System Repair (iOS) comes with an advanced option of updating devices to the iOS public beta, as discussed in the guide.
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- Step 1: Proceed With System Repair
Launch Wondershare Dr.Fone on your computer after successfully downloading and installing the tool. Continue to select System Repair from the Toolbox section to launch it.
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 Device Type
You are advised to select iOS from the next screen as you will be installing the public beta on an iDevice.
- Step 3: Continue For Installing iOS Beta Version
From the next set of options appearing on the screen, you must select Explore iOS Beta Features to proceed with the installation of iOS public beta on your iDevice.
- Step 4: Connect iDevice With USB
Following this, you will have to connect your iDevice, which is to be upgraded with a cable connection.
As the connection is established, the platform detects the Apple iPhone SE (2020) device on the computer automatically.
- Step 5: Download the Required iOS Beta Firmware
The next screen displays the beta versions installed on the Apple iPhone SE (2020). Click Download adjacent to a particular version and continue.
- Step 6: Continue to Download the iOS Beta On Platform
The following screen shows the initiation of downloading the iOS beta version on your iDevice.
- Step 7: Verify and Install iOS Beta on Apple iPhone SE (2020)
As the iOS firmware installs successfully, it is verified by the platform and made available for installation on the Apple iPhone SE (2020) device. Continue to click Repair Now to redirect toward the installation of the firmware.
- Step 8: Conclude Installation of iOS Public Beta
The progress bar shows the completion of the process.
Once it is concluded, a prompt message appears on the window. You are advised to click Done to finish the process.
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- Title: How to Update Apple iPhone SE (2020) without iTunes? | Dr.fone
- Author: Ian
- Created at : 2024-05-20 10:20:25
- Updated at : 2024-05-21 10:20:25
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