How to Upgrade Apple iPhone 8 to the Latest iOS Version? | Dr.fone

How to Upgrade Apple iPhone 8 to the Latest iOS Version? | Dr.fone

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How To Repair Apple iPhone 8 iOS System Issues?

Dr.Fone - System Repair (iOS) comes with a unique and effective solution for system repairing for its iPhone/iPad/iPod users. Regardless of the nature of the error, this repairing tool repairs more than 150+ problems involving iOS/iPadOS. If you have been facing software issues with your iOS device, this iOS system repair tool is an effective solution.

Note: After using this function, your iOS device will be updated to the latest iOS version. And if your iOS device has been jailbroken, it will be updated to a non-jailbroken version. If you have unlocked your iOS device before, it will be re-locked.

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Part 1: iOS Standard Repair

The first method involves a standard repair against a problematic iDevice. If you are facing issues in managing the system problem within the iOS device, you can try this particular feature which retains the data completely. No data loss is recorded against iOS Standard Repair. To know how it is done, follow the steps described below:

  • Step 1: Open System Repair Tool

Launch Wondershare Dr.Fone after successfully downloading the tool on your computer. Continue to the Toolbox section from the top-left section of the screen. Select System Repair from the list of options appearing on the home screen.

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  • Step 2: Lead to Select Device

As you connect your iOS device with a cable connection, you will be redirected to a new window where you will have to select the nature of the Apple iPhone 8 device. Since you are practicing iOS system repair, go for iOS in the window that opens.

select ios for system repair

  • Step 3: Continue With iOS Repair

The window that opens presents a set of options you can work on for the system repair of your iOS device. Select iOS Repair to continue for a system repair of your iOS device.

continue to ios repair

  • Step 4: Select Standard Mode

The next window demands you select the repair mode for your iOS device. Select Standard Repair from the two options as you look forward to retaining the data during the process.

proceed with standard mode

  • Step 5: Put iOS Device in Recovery Mode

For the next step, you are advised to put your iOS device into Recovery Mode. By following the on-screen instructions, you can easily put your iDevice into Recovery Mode. Once done, tap Enter Recovery Mode to lead next. If not, click the Guide button to follow the instructions to put an unresponsive or abnormal device into Recovery Mode.

put iphone in recovery mode standard

  • Step 6: Download the Appropriate iOS Firmware

Once the Apple iPhone 8 device is in Recovery Mode, the platform will automatically detect the respective iOS firmware that can be installed in the Apple iPhone 8 device. Click Download against the iOS firmware you wish to install in your problematic device.

download ios firmware standard

  • Step 7: Start Downloading iOS Firmware

The device will automatically start downloading the iOS firmware on the platform. Once it downloads, it is verified by the platform before being made available for updating the iOS device.

wait for ios firmware standard

  • Step 8: Continue to Install on iOS Device

Continue to click Repair Now to proceed with repairing your iOS device.

install ios firmware standard

  • Step 9: Observe the Installation Progress

The progress bar on the next screen shows the completion of the process. Wait until the process concludes, and make sure to keep the Apple iPhone 8 connected to the computer.

repair ios device firmware

  • Step 10: Repair iOS Device With Standard Repair

The following screen shows the completion of the process. Choose the Done option to conclude the entire repair process and use your iOS device easily.

successful ios repair standard

Part 2: iOS Advanced Repair

If Standard Repair does not work for you and you cannot repair your iOS decvice with it, Dr.Fone - System Repair (iOS) provides the unique functionality of Advanced Repair. This particular mode gives an in-depth check on the Apple iPhone 8. It covers more serious issues involving the Apple iPhone 8 device’s system, but please note that it also erases all the data within it. Thus, it is best to back up your iDevice’s data before you consider practicing an iOS Advanced Repair.

  • Step 1: Select Advanced Repair

Proceed to select Advanced Repair from the options; however, make sure to perform a complete backup of your device’s data before performing the operation on it.

continue with advanced mode

  • Step 2: Put Device in Recovery Mode

On the next screen, you will find a guide explaining how to put your iOS device in Recovery Mode. Select the Enter Recovery Mode option if you have successfully been able to do it. However, if you find the screen to be unresponsive, click Guide to lead to another page that will provide you with comprehensive instructions on how to put the Apple iPhone 8 device in Recovery Mode.

put iphone in recovery mode advanced

  • Step 3: Select iOS Firmware and Download

Once done, you will be prompted to another screen where you have to select the respective iOS firmware you want to download on your iDevice. Select Download adjacent to the respective iOS firmware to initiate the process.

select ios firmware for advanced repair

  • Step 4: Start Downloading the Selected iOS Firmware

The iOS firmware starts downloading on the platform, which will be verified before installation on the Apple iPhone 8 device.

download ios firmware for advanced repair

  • Step 5: Proceed to Install iOS Firmware on Device

As the firmware is ready for installation, click Repair Now to execute the process.

perform advanced ios repair

  • Step 6: View the Installation Progress of the Firmware

You can view the completion of the installation through a progress bar.

view completion of advanced repair

  • Step 7: Successfully Perform Advanced Repair

As the process concludes, a prompt window appears on the front showing a completion message. Click Done and check if your iOS device has been repaired.

conclude advanced ios repair

How To Install the Latest iOS/iPadOS Beta Version on Apple iPhone 8?

Every year, Apple comes with its latest release of iOS under the banner of upgrading the Apple iPhone 8 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.

select system repair from the toolbox

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.

select ios to proceed

  • 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.

select the option to install ios beta

  • Step 4: Connect iDevice With USB

Following this, you will have to connect your iDevice, which is to be upgraded with a cable connection.

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As the connection is established, the platform detects the Apple iPhone 8 device on the computer automatically.

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  • Step 5: Download the Required iOS Beta Firmware

The next screen displays the beta versions installed on the Apple iPhone 8. Click Download adjacent to a particular version and continue.

select ios beta firmware

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  • 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.

start downloading beta firmware

  • Step 7: Verify and Install iOS Beta on Apple iPhone 8

As the iOS firmware installs successfully, it is verified by the platform and made available for installation on the Apple iPhone 8 device. Continue to click Repair Now to redirect toward the installation of the firmware.

install ios beta firmware on Apple iPhone 8

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  • Step 8: Conclude Installation of iOS Public Beta

The progress bar shows the completion of the process.

view the progress of the installation

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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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.

access system repair from the toolbox

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.

select the nature of the Apple iPhone 8 device

  • Step 3: Select the Appropriate Mode of Repair

Continue to select Toolbox Repair from the options on the next screen.

access toolbox repair

  • 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.

check device status

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After verifying the situation of your iOS device, continue to select the Exit Recovery Mode option on the window that opens.

proceed to exit recovery mode

  • 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.

perform one click function

  • 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.

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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.

proceed to 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.

follow instructions to exit dfu mode


  • Title: How to Upgrade Apple iPhone 8 to the Latest iOS Version? | Dr.fone
  • Author: Ian
  • Created at : 2024-09-23 04:34:03
  • Updated at : 2024-09-24 11:13:52
  • Link: https://techidaily.com/how-to-upgrade-apple-iphone-8-to-the-latest-ios-version-drfone-by-drfone-ios-system-repair-ios-system-repair/
  • License: This work is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.