How to downgrade iOS 8.0.1 to iOS 8 on Apple iPhone 6?: 6 Steps

Since iOS 8.0.1 update brought major problems on Apple iPhone 6 and in Apple 6 plus Smartphone. Most of the consumer complaints, once updated to latest version they can’t make calls, text messages or Apple touchID. Those who moved to new version (iOS 8.0.1) need to roll back to iOS 8. Moreover to fix these major issues, Apple recommends downgrading iOS 8.0.1 to iOS 8 is the better options.

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How to downgrade iOS 8.0.1 to iOS 8 on Apple iPhone 6?

• Step 1: Well, First of all you need to download IPSW file from third party website (www.ipswdownloader.com). In fact, website includes all the Apple Smartphone IPSW files. There you need to select your phone, model name and firmware version in drop-down menu. Required downloading time depends on file size and internet speed.  

• Step 2: If you are iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 plus users can easily download IPSW file from below links.

iPhone 6

iPhone 6 Plus

• Step 3: Now pair iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus device with your personal computer. And launch iTunes application.

• Step 4: Under backup menu>back up now option. That avoids loosing of contacts, messages, settings as well as application. Later save all data back to your device with one click.

• Step 5: disable or stop find my phone option in iCloud settings. Even if you are using Windows on PC, hold Shift key and click on restore option.

• Step 6: Then select downloaded IPSW files. It takes few minutes to upload IPSW files to your phone. After all, restore your backup files to your device.

Restoring operating system to stable version includes few steps which you need to follow carefully. Before moving to step 1, don’t forget to take a backup of your data.

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via:[cnet]