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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2025-09-06
    UPDATED: 2025-09-25

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
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    ### A10(X) iPads
    - Devices that fall under here have iPadOS 17.x as the latest version. (18.x for iPad 7)
    - Use **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version (see guides above): https://sep.lol/
    - Use **turdus merula** for downgrades to any version (see guides above): https://sep.lol/

    ### A11 devices
    - Devices that fall under here are the iPhone 8 and X.
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    ### A9(X) and A10(X) devices, also iPad Air 2 and mini 4
    - Devices that fall under here have iOS 15.x as the latest version. (16.x for older A9(X) iPads)
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 14.x/15.x with SHSH blobs. A9(X) iPads can also be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs. you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - A9(X) and A10(X) devices only: It may be better to instead use **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version (see guides above): https://sep.lol/
    - A9(X) and A10(X) devices only: It may be better to instead use **turdus merula** for downgrades to any version (see guides above): https://sep.lol/

    ### A7 and A8 devices except iPad Air 2 and mini 4
    - Devices that fall under here have iOS 12.5.7 as the latest version.
    - You can downgrade to as low as 11.3 with futurerestore if you have SHSH blobs
    - You can downgrade with SHSH blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - turdus medula may add support for A8(X) devices in a future update
    - turdus merula may add support for A8(X) devices in a future update

    ### A7 devices (iPhone 5S, iPad Air 1, iPad mini 2)
    - A7 devices (except iPad4,6 and all iPad mini 3 models) can downgrade to 10.3.3 without existing blobs, using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) or [LeetDown](https://github.com/rA9stuff/LeetDown)
    - Unfortunately checkm8 is unreliable on Linux, so using macOS may be the better option with gaster having better success rates there
    - Unfortunately A6/A7 checkm8 is unreliable on Linux, so using macOS may be the better option with gaster having better success rates there
    - [iPwnder Lite for iOS](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit/wiki/Pwning-Using-Another-iOS-Device) can also be used to put device in pwned DFU, if you have another jailbroken iOS device
    - You can also downgrade to 10.2-10.3.2 if you have SHSH blobs
    - You can go as low as 10.1.x but Touch ID will not work for 5S
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    ### A11 devices
    - Devices that fall under here are the iPhone 8 and X.
    - See the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/). iOS 16 SEP/baseband is incompatible with iOS 15 and below.
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs, you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For downgrades to iOS 14.3-15 with blobs for iPhone 8 and X devices (For advanced users only), See "Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15" linked here: https://gist.github.com/pixdoet/2b58cce317a3bc7158dfe10c53e3dd32
    - On the futurerestore part in Part 3, use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) to restore to iOS 14.3-15 with blobs. Then continue with the guide for activation
    - iOS 16 SEP/baseband is partially incompatible with iOS 14.3-15.x, and fully incompatible with iOS 14.2 and below.
    - You will also have several issues after the restore itself. Broken features may include: SMS/iMessage, VPN, Face ID, Touch ID resets, sideloading (use TrollStore instead), and potentially other features

    ### A9(X) and A10(X) devices, also iPad Air 2 and mini 4
    - Devices that fall under here have iOS 15.x as the latest version. (16.x for older A9(X) iPads)
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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2025-08-24
    UPDATED: 2025-09-06

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
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    - You can downgrade and jailbreak any of these devices (**except for iPhone 5C**) to iOS 8.4.1 using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) without existing blobs
    - For iPhone 4S and iPad 2 (except iPad2,4) devices, iOS 6.1.3 is also an option
    - You can downgrade to any iOS version that you have SHSH blobs for using Legacy iOS Kit
    - You can also save on-board SHSH blobs with Legacy iOS Kit's "Save Onboard Blobs" option
    - You can also save onboard SHSH blobs with Legacy iOS Kit's "Save Onboard Blobs" option
    - If you have iOS 7 SHSH blobs, you can do untethered downgrades using Legacy iOS Kit (powdersn0w)
    - You can also dualboot to any version except 4.3.x using [Coolbooter](https://coolbooter.com)
    - It is recommended to downgrade Coolbooter to 1.5 to 1.4.1
    - For devices jailbroken on iOS 10, downgrade Coolbooter first then install "Coolbooter Fix for Socket" from my repo: https://lukezgd.github.io/repo
    - iPad 2 only: You can dualboot to iOS 4.3.x using [FourThree-iPad2](https://github.com/LukeZGD/FourThree-iPad2)
    - You can downgrade **tethered** without blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - Usage of Legacy iOS Kit is recommended since both n1ghtshade and Deca5 have jailbreak issues
    - Downgrading tethered by going to: Restore/Downgrade -> Other (Tethered)
    - Do a tethered boot by going to: Other Utilities -> Just Boot

    ### iPhone 4
    - You can downgrade to iOS 6, 5, or 4 untethered using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) (powdersn0w)
    - Only iPhone3,1 (GSM) and iPhone3,3 (CDMA) are supported for untethered downgrades
    - You can also use Legacy iOS Kit to downgrade with saved SHSH blobs (see above)
    - You can also use Legacy iOS Kit to do **tethered** downgrades
    - Downgrading tethered by going to: Restore/Downgrade -> Other (Tethered)
    - Do a tethered boot by going to: Other Utilities -> Just Boot
    - Tethered downgrade IPSWs option is also available in Legacy iOS Kit, see below notes
    - You can also use Legacy iOS Kit to do **tethered** downgrades, see above notes
    - You can dualboot to any version except 4.x using [Coolbooter](https://coolbooter.com)

    ### **iPod touch 4th gen**
    - There are no untethered downgrade options without blobs, unfortunately.
    - iPod touch 4th gen can be tethered upgrade to iOS 7: https://lukezgd.github.io/ipodtouchhax/
    - You can do **tethered** downgrades without blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - Downgrading tethered by going to: Restore/Downgrade -> Other (Tethered)
    - Do a tethered boot by going to: Other Utilities -> Just Boot
    - You can do **tethered** downgrades without blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit), see above notes

    ### iPhone 3GS, iPad 1, iPod touch 2nd and 3rd gen
    - You can also use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) to do untethered downgrades to other iOS versions without blobs (or with blobs also)
    - iOS 4.1 is signed for the 3GS, touch 2nd gen and 3rd gen, use iTunes or Legacy iOS Kit to downgrade
    - Error 1015 will show up at the end of restore for iTunes. On Windows, you can exit recovery mode using [RecoveryModeTool](https://invoxiplaygames.uk/projects/recoverymodetool/)
    - Tethered downgrade option is also available in Legacy iOS Kit, see above notes
    - For iPod touch 2nd gen (old bootrom model), there is no firmware signing for versions 3.0 and lower can be restored freely. 3.x IPSWs are available here: https://invoxiplaygames.uk/ipsw/ and https://archives.legacyjailbreak.com
    - For iPod touch 2nd gen (old bootrom model), there is no firmware signing for versions 3.0 and lower can be restored freely. 3.x IPSWs are available here: https://invoxiplaygames.uk/ipsw/ and https://legacyjailbreak.gitlab.io/archive/

    ### iPhone 2G, 3G, and iPod touch 1st gen
    - There is no firmware signing for these and they can be restored to any iOS version
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    - This makes use of changes from tihmstar's idevicerestore fork (iOS 1 and 2 support): https://github.com/tihmstar/idevicerestore
    - iPhone 3G devices can be easily downgraded to iOS 4.1 and 3.1.3 using Legacy iOS Kit, with the option to jailbreak and hacktivate
    - For iPhone 2G and touch 1, here are 3.1.3 custom IPSWs that may be useful: https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit-Keys/releases/tag/jailbreak
    - Most IPSWs for iPod touch 1st gen are available here: https://invoxiplaygames.uk/ipsw/ and https://archives.legacyjailbreak.com
    - Most IPSWs for iPod touch 1st gen are available here: https://invoxiplaygames.uk/ipsw/ and https://legacyjailbreak.gitlab.io/archive/
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    - You can also dualboot to any version except 4.3.x using [Coolbooter](https://coolbooter.com)
    - It is recommended to downgrade Coolbooter to 1.5 to 1.4.1
    - For devices jailbroken on iOS 10, downgrade Coolbooter first then install "Coolbooter Fix for Socket" from my repo: https://lukezgd.github.io/repo
    - iPad 2 only: You can dualboot to iOS 4.3.x using [FourThree-iPad2](https://github.com/LukeZGD/FourThree-iPad2) or [4tify-iPad2](https://github.com/Zurac-Apps/4tify-iPad2)
    - 4tify-iPad2 is for macOS only
    - You can downgrade **tethered** without blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit), [n1ghtshade](https://github.com/synackuk/n1ghtshade), or [Deca5](https://github.com/zzanehip/Deca5)
    - Both n1ghtshade and Deca5 are for macOS only
    - iPad 2 only: You can dualboot to iOS 4.3.x using [FourThree-iPad2](https://github.com/LukeZGD/FourThree-iPad2)
    - You can downgrade **tethered** without blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - Usage of Legacy iOS Kit is recommended since both n1ghtshade and Deca5 have jailbreak issues

    ### iPhone 4
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    - Do a tethered boot by going to: Other Utilities -> Just Boot
    - Tethered downgrade IPSWs option is also available in Legacy iOS Kit, see below notes
    - You can dualboot to any version except 4.x using [Coolbooter](https://coolbooter.com)
    - You can dualboot to 4.x using [4tify](https://github.com/Zurac-Apps/4tify) (macOS only)
    - 4tify for Linux (untested): https://github.com/LukeZGD/4tify-linux

    ### **iPod touch 4th gen**
    - There are no untethered downgrade options without blobs, unfortunately.
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    ### iPhone 3GS, iPad 1, iPod touch 2nd and 3rd gen
    - You can also use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) to do untethered downgrades to other iOS versions without blobs (or with blobs also)
    - iOS 4.1 is signed for the 3GS, touch 2nd gen and 3rd gen, use iTunes or Legacy iOS Kit to downgrade
    - Error 1015 will show up at the end of restore for iTunes. On WIndows, you can exit recovery mode using [RecoveryModeTool](https://invoxiplaygames.uk/projects/recoverymodetool/)
    - Error 1015 will show up at the end of restore for iTunes. On Windows, you can exit recovery mode using [RecoveryModeTool](https://invoxiplaygames.uk/projects/recoverymodetool/)
    - Tethered downgrade option is also available in Legacy iOS Kit, see above notes
    - For iPod touch 2nd gen (old bootrom model), there is no firmware signing for versions 3.0 and lower can be restored freely. 3.x IPSWs are available here: https://invoxiplaygames.uk/ipsw/ and https://archives.legacyjailbreak.com

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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2025-07-01
    UPDATED: 2025-08-24

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
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    - You can do **tethered** downgrades without blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - Downgrading tethered by going to: Restore/Downgrade -> Other (Tethered)
    - Do a tethered boot by going to: Other Utilities -> Just Boot
    - There is also the option to use tethered downgrade IPSWs from these (Restore/Downgrade -> Other (Custom IPSW)):
    - https://www.reddit.com/r/LegacyJailbreak/comments/ji17zv/discussion_would_you_guys_be_interested_in/
    - https://github.com/lychitree/pr3lude
    - https://archives.legacyjailbreak.com

    ### iPhone 3GS, iPad 1, iPod touch 2nd and 3rd gen
    - You can also use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) to do untethered downgrades to other iOS versions without blobs (or with blobs also)
    - iOS 4.1 is signed for the 3GS, touch 2nd gen and 3rd gen, use iTunes or Legacy iOS Kit to downgrade
    - Error 1015 will show up at the end of restore for iTunes. You can exit recovery mode using [RecoveryModeTool](https://invoxiplaygames.uk/projects/recoverymodetool/)
    - Error 1015 will show up at the end of restore for iTunes. On WIndows, you can exit recovery mode using [RecoveryModeTool](https://invoxiplaygames.uk/projects/recoverymodetool/)
    - Tethered downgrade option is also available in Legacy iOS Kit, see above notes
    - For the iPod touch 3rd gen, see tethered custom IPSWs in pr3lude
    - For iPod touch 2nd gen (old bootrom model), there is no firmware signing for versions 3.0 and lower can be restored freely. 3.x IPSWs are available here: https://invoxiplaygames.uk/ipsw/ and https://archives.legacyjailbreak.com

    ### iPhone 2G, 3G, and iPod touch 1st gen
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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2025-06-28
    UPDATED: 2025-07-01

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
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    - Devices that fall under here are the iPhone 8 and X.
    - See the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/). iOS 16 SEP/baseband is incompatible with iOS 15 and below.
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs, you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For downgrades to iOS 14.3-15 with blobs for iPhone 8 devices (For advanced users only), See "Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15" linked here: https://gist.github.com/pixdoet/2b58cce317a3bc7158dfe10c53e3dd32
    - On the futurerestore part in Part 3, you can use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) to restore to iOS 14-15 with blobs. Then continue with the guide for activation
    - For downgrades to iOS 14.3-15 with blobs for iPhone X devices (For very advanced users only), see this: https://x.com/MasterMike88/status/1938196774063116599
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot to iOS 14-15: [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)
    - For downgrades to iOS 14.3-15 with blobs for iPhone 8 and X devices (For advanced users only), See "Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15" linked here: https://gist.github.com/pixdoet/2b58cce317a3bc7158dfe10c53e3dd32
    - On the futurerestore part in Part 3, use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) to restore to iOS 14.3-15 with blobs. Then continue with the guide for activation

    ### A9(X) and A10(X) devices, also iPad Air 2 and mini 4
    - Devices that fall under here have iOS 15.x as the latest version. (16.x for older A9(X) iPads)
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    - You can downgrade to any iOS version that you have SHSH blobs for using Legacy iOS Kit
    - You can also save on-board SHSH blobs with Legacy iOS Kit's "Save Onboard Blobs" option
    - If you have iOS 7 SHSH blobs, you can do untethered downgrades using Legacy iOS Kit (powdersn0w)
    - You can also dualboot to any version using [Coolbooter](https://coolbooter.com)
    - You can also dualboot to any version except 4.3.x using [Coolbooter](https://coolbooter.com)
    - It is recommended to downgrade Coolbooter to 1.5 to 1.4.1
    - For devices jailbroken on iOS 10, downgrade Coolbooter first then install "Coolbooter Fix for Socket" from my repo: https://lukezgd.github.io/repo
    - iPad 2 only: You can dualboot to iOS 4.3.x using [FourThree-iPad2](https://github.com/LukeZGD/FourThree-iPad2) or [4tify-iPad2](https://github.com/Zurac-Apps/4tify-iPad2)
    - 4tify-iPad2 is for macOS only
    - You can downgrade **tethered** without blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit), [n1ghtshade](https://github.com/synackuk/n1ghtshade), or [Deca5](https://github.com/zzanehip/Deca5)
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    - Delay OTA Guide (updating only): https://ios.cfw.guide/updating-blobless
    - Even if there are Windows builds/versions for some of these tools, **iOS downgrades should be done on macOS or Linux only**

    ### **iOS 17/18 devices** (A12 devices and newer, older A10(X) iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest version 17.x/18.x.
    - Delay OTA Guide (updating only): https://ios.cfw.guide/updating-blobless
    - A12 devices and newer: You cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones. All SHSH blobs are currently useless.
    - For A10 iPads only: Use **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version tethered or untethered with blobs: https://sep.lol/
    ### A12 devices and newer
    - You cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones. All SHSH blobs are currently useless.

    ### A10(X) iPads
    - Devices that fall under here have iPadOS 17.x as the latest version. (18.x for iPad 7)
    - Use **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version (see guides above): https://sep.lol/

    ### **iOS 16 devices** (A11 devices)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 16.x. (except older A9 iPads, see below section instead)
    ### A11 devices
    - Devices that fall under here are the iPhone 8 and X.
    - See the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/). iOS 16 SEP/baseband is incompatible with iOS 15 and below.
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs, you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For downgrades to iOS 14-15 with blobs for iPhone 8 devices (NOT iPhone X) (For advanced users only), See "Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15" linked here: https://gist.github.com/pixdoet/2b58cce317a3bc7158dfe10c53e3dd32
    - For downgrades to iOS 14.3-15 with blobs for iPhone 8 devices (For advanced users only), See "Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15" linked here: https://gist.github.com/pixdoet/2b58cce317a3bc7158dfe10c53e3dd32
    - On the futurerestore part in Part 3, you can use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) to restore to iOS 14-15 with blobs. Then continue with the guide for activation
    - For downgrades to iOS 14-15 with blobs for iPhone X devices (For very advanced users only), see this: https://x.com/MasterMike88/status/1938196774063116599
    - For downgrades to iOS 14.3-15 with blobs for iPhone X devices (For very advanced users only), see this: https://x.com/MasterMike88/status/1938196774063116599
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot to iOS 14-15: [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)

    ### **iOS 14-15-16 devices** (A9(X) and A10(X) devices, iPad Air 2 and mini 4, older A9(X) iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 15.x. (16.x for older A9(X) iPads)
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 14.x/15.x with SHSH blobs. Older A9(X) iPads can also be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs. you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For older A9(X) iPads, better use turdus medula instead for restoring to iOS 15 and lower
    - For more details about SEP and baseband compatibility, see the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/)
    - For all devices that fall under here, use **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version tethered or untethered with blobs: https://sep.lol/
    ### A9(X) and A10(X) devices, also iPad Air 2 and mini 4
    - Devices that fall under here have iOS 15.x as the latest version. (16.x for older A9(X) iPads)
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 14.x/15.x with SHSH blobs. A9(X) iPads can also be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs. you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - A9(X) and A10(X) devices only: It may be better to instead use **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version (see guides above): https://sep.lol/

    ### **iOS 12 devices** (A7 and A8 devices except iPad Air 2 and mini 4)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 12.5.7.
    ### A7 and A8 devices except iPad Air 2 and mini 4
    - Devices that fall under here have iOS 12.5.7 as the latest version.
    - You can downgrade to as low as 11.3 with futurerestore if you have SHSH blobs
    - You can downgrade with SHSH blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - turdus medula may add support for A8(X) devices in a future update

    ### **A7 devices** (iPhone 5S, iPad Air 1, iPad mini 2)
    - A7 devices (except iPad4,6 and all iPad mini 3 models) can downgrade to 10.3.3 without existing blobs, using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) or [LeetDown](https://github.com/rA9stuff/LeetDown)
    - Unfortunately checkm8 is very unreliable on Linux, so using macOS may be the better option with iPwnder32/ipwnder_lite used for better success rates
    - [iPwnder Lite for iOS](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit/wiki/Pwning-Using-Another-iOS-Device) can also be used to put device in pwned DFU
    - You can also downgrade to 10.2-10.3.2 if you have SHSH blobs
    ### A7 devices (iPhone 5S, iPad Air 1, iPad mini 2)
    - A7 devices (except iPad4,6 and all iPad mini 3 models) can downgrade to 10.3.3 without existing blobs, using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) or [LeetDown](https://github.com/rA9stuff/LeetDown)
    - Unfortunately checkm8 is unreliable on Linux, so using macOS may be the better option with gaster having better success rates there
    - [iPwnder Lite for iOS](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit/wiki/Pwning-Using-Another-iOS-Device) can also be used to put device in pwned DFU, if you have another jailbroken iOS device
    - You can also downgrade to 10.2-10.3.2 if you have SHSH blobs
    - You can go as low as 10.1.x but Touch ID will not work for 5S
    - You can downgrade with SHSH blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)

    ### **A5(X) and A6(X) devices**
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 9.3.5, 9.3.6, 10.3.3, or 10.3.4.
    ### A5(X) and A6(X) devices
    - Devices that fall under here have the iOS 9.3.5, 9.3.6, 10.3.3, or 10.3.4 as their latest version.
    - You can downgrade and jailbreak any of these devices (**except for iPhone 5C**) to iOS 8.4.1 using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) without existing blobs
    - For iPhone 4S and iPad 2 (except iPad2,4) devices, iOS 6.1.3 is also an option
    - You can downgrade to any iOS version that you have SHSH blobs for using Legacy iOS Kit
    @@ -64,7 +63,7 @@ UPDATED: 2025-06-28
    - Both n1ghtshade and Deca5 are for macOS only
    - Usage of Legacy iOS Kit is recommended since both n1ghtshade and Deca5 have jailbreak issues

    ### **iPhone 4**
    ### iPhone 4
    - You can downgrade to iOS 6, 5, or 4 untethered using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) (powdersn0w)
    - Only iPhone3,1 (GSM) and iPhone3,3 (CDMA) are supported for untethered downgrades
    - You can also use Legacy iOS Kit to downgrade with saved SHSH blobs (see above)
    @@ -87,16 +86,16 @@ UPDATED: 2025-06-28
    - https://github.com/lychitree/pr3lude
    - https://archives.legacyjailbreak.com

    ### **iPhone 3GS, iPad 1, iPod touch 2nd and 3rd gen**
    ### iPhone 3GS, iPad 1, iPod touch 2nd and 3rd gen
    - You can also use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) to do untethered downgrades to other iOS versions without blobs (or with blobs also)
    - iOS 4.1 is signed for the 3GS, touch 2nd gen and 3rd gen, use iTunes or Legacy iOS Kit to downgrade
    - Error 1015 will show up at the end of restore for iTunes. You can exit recovery mode using [RecoveryModeTool](https://invoxiplaygames.uk/projects/recoverymodetool/)
    - Tethered downgrade option is also available in Legacy iOS Kit, see above notes
    - For the iPod touch 3rd gen, see tethered custom IPSWs in pr3lude
    - For iPod touch 2nd gen (old bootrom model), there is no firmware signing for versions 3.0 and lower can be restored freely. 3.x IPSWs are available here: https://invoxiplaygames.uk/ipsw/ and https://archives.legacyjailbreak.com

    ### **iPhone 2G, 3G, and iPod touch 1st gen**
    - AFAIK, there is no firmware signing and they can be restored to any iOS version using an appropriate older iTunes version after placing the device in pwned DFU mode using redsn0w.
    ### iPhone 2G, 3G, and iPod touch 1st gen
    - There is no firmware signing for these and they can be restored to any iOS version
    - [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) also supports these devices for restoring custom IPSWs as well as restoring to any other iOS version
    - Jailbreak support is for iOS 4.2.1, 4.1 and 3.1.3 for these devices
    - Lowest working version is 2.0, 1.x does not work
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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2025-04-04
    UPDATED: 2025-06-28

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
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    ### **iOS 17/18 devices** (A12 devices and newer, older A10(X) iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest version 17.x/18.x.
    - Delay OTA Guide (updating only): https://ios.cfw.guide/updating-blobless
    - (A12 devices and newer) You cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones. All SHSH blobs are currently useless.
    - A12 devices and newer: You cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones. All SHSH blobs are currently useless.
    - For A10 iPads only: Use **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version tethered or untethered with blobs: https://sep.lol/

    ### **iOS 16 devices** (A11 devices)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 16.x. (except older A9 iPads, see below section instead)
    - See the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/). iOS 16 SEP/baseband is incompatible with iOS 15 and below.
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs, you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For iPhone X, you cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones or 16.6.x with blobs. All SHSH blobs for 16.5.x and lower are currently useless.
    - For downgrades to iOS 14-15 with blobs for iPhone 8 devices (NOT iPhone X) (For advanced users only), See "Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15" linked here: https://gist.github.com/pixdoet/2b58cce317a3bc7158dfe10c53e3dd32
    - On the futurerestore part in Part 3, you can use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) to restore to iOS 14-15 with blobs. Then continue with the guide
    - On the futurerestore part in Part 3, you can use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) to restore to iOS 14-15 with blobs. Then continue with the guide for activation
    - For downgrades to iOS 14-15 with blobs for iPhone X devices (For very advanced users only), see this: https://x.com/MasterMike88/status/1938196774063116599
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot to iOS 14-15: [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot to lower versions: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) is an option to A11 devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Downgrading from iOS 16 is supported on macOS only

    ### **iOS 14-15-16 devices** (A9(X) and A10(X) devices, iPad Air 2 and mini 4, older A9(X) iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 15.x. (16.x for older A9(X) iPads)
    @@ -43,7 +41,6 @@ UPDATED: 2025-04-04
    - You can downgrade to as low as 11.3 with futurerestore if you have SHSH blobs
    - You can downgrade with SHSH blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - turdus medula may add support for A8(X) devices in a future update
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions

    ### **A7 devices** (iPhone 5S, iPad Air 1, iPad mini 2)
    - A7 devices (except iPad4,6 and all iPad mini 3 models) can downgrade to 10.3.3 without existing blobs, using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) or [LeetDown](https://github.com/rA9stuff/LeetDown)
    @@ -52,7 +49,6 @@ UPDATED: 2025-04-04
    - You can also downgrade to 10.2-10.3.2 if you have SHSH blobs
    - You can go as low as 10.1.x but Touch ID will not work for 5S
    - You can downgrade with SHSH blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - You can also downgrade/dualboot **tethered** with Semaphorin as mentioned above

    ### **A5(X) and A6(X) devices**
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 9.3.5, 9.3.6, 10.3.3, or 10.3.4.
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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2025-03-30
    UPDATED: 2025-04-04

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
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    - Delay OTA Guide (updating only): https://ios.cfw.guide/updating-blobless
    - Even if there are Windows builds/versions for some of these tools, **iOS downgrades should be done on macOS or Linux only**

    ### **iOS 17/18 devices** (A12 devices and newer, older A10 iPads)
    ### **iOS 17/18 devices** (A12 devices and newer, older A10(X) iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest version 17.x/18.x.
    - Delay OTA Guide (updating only): https://ios.cfw.guide/updating-blobless
    - (A12 devices and newer) You cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones. All SHSH blobs are currently useless.
    @@ -31,10 +31,10 @@ UPDATED: 2025-03-30
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot to lower versions: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) is an option to A11 devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Downgrading from iOS 16 is supported on macOS only

    ### **iOS 14-15-16 devices** (A9 and A10 devices, iPad Air 2 and mini 4, older A9 iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 15.x. (16.x for older A9 iPads)
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 14.x/15.x with SHSH blobs. Older A9 iPads can also be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs. you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For older A9 iPads, better use turdus medula instead for restoring to iOS 15 and lower
    ### **iOS 14-15-16 devices** (A9(X) and A10(X) devices, iPad Air 2 and mini 4, older A9(X) iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 15.x. (16.x for older A9(X) iPads)
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 14.x/15.x with SHSH blobs. Older A9(X) iPads can also be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs. you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For older A9(X) iPads, better use turdus medula instead for restoring to iOS 15 and lower
    - For more details about SEP and baseband compatibility, see the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/)
    - For all devices that fall under here, use **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version tethered or untethered with blobs: https://sep.lol/

    @@ -66,10 +66,11 @@ UPDATED: 2025-03-30
    - 4tify-iPad2 is for macOS only
    - You can downgrade **tethered** without blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit), [n1ghtshade](https://github.com/synackuk/n1ghtshade), or [Deca5](https://github.com/zzanehip/Deca5)
    - Both n1ghtshade and Deca5 are for macOS only
    - Usage of Legacy iOS Kit is recommended since both n1ghtshade and Deca5 have jailbreak issues

    ### **iPhone 4**
    - You can downgrade to iOS 6, 5, or 4 untethered using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) (powdersn0w)
    - Only iPhone3,1 (GSM) and iPhone3,3 (CDMA) are supported
    - Only iPhone3,1 (GSM) and iPhone3,3 (CDMA) are supported for untethered downgrades
    - You can also use Legacy iOS Kit to downgrade with saved SHSH blobs (see above)
    - You can also use Legacy iOS Kit to do **tethered** downgrades
    - Downgrading tethered by going to: Restore/Downgrade -> Other (Tethered)
    @@ -81,7 +82,7 @@ UPDATED: 2025-03-30

    ### **iPod touch 4th gen**
    - There are no untethered downgrade options without blobs, unfortunately.
    - iPod touch 4th gen can be tethered upgrade to iOS 7: https://albyvar.github.io/ipodtouchhax/
    - iPod touch 4th gen can be tethered upgrade to iOS 7: https://lukezgd.github.io/ipodtouchhax/
    - You can do **tethered** downgrades without blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - Downgrading tethered by going to: Restore/Downgrade -> Other (Tethered)
    - Do a tethered boot by going to: Other Utilities -> Just Boot
    @@ -106,4 +107,4 @@ UPDATED: 2025-03-30
    - This makes use of changes from tihmstar's idevicerestore fork (iOS 1 and 2 support): https://github.com/tihmstar/idevicerestore
    - iPhone 3G devices can be easily downgraded to iOS 4.1 and 3.1.3 using Legacy iOS Kit, with the option to jailbreak and hacktivate
    - For iPhone 2G and touch 1, here are 3.1.3 custom IPSWs that may be useful: https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit-Keys/releases/tag/jailbreak
    - IPSWs for older iPod touch are not available in ipsw.me. They are available here: https://invoxiplaygames.uk/ipsw/ and https://archives.legacyjailbreak.com
    - Most IPSWs for iPod touch 1st gen are available here: https://invoxiplaygames.uk/ipsw/ and https://archives.legacyjailbreak.com
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    - These devices can be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs, you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For iPhone X, you cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones or 16.6.x with blobs. All SHSH blobs for 16.5.x and lower are currently useless.
    - For downgrades to iOS 14-15 with blobs for iPhone 8 devices (NOT iPhone X) (For advanced users only), See "Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15" linked here: https://gist.github.com/pixdoet/2b58cce317a3bc7158dfe10c53e3dd32
    - On the futurerestore part in Part 3, you can use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) to restore to iOS 14-15 with blobs. Then continue with the guide
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot to iOS 14-15: [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot to lower versions: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) is an option to A11 devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Downgrading from iOS 16 is supported on macOS only
    - While this technically supports A9 iPads too, Semaphorin sucks and is not recommended to use. No support for this

    ### **iOS 14-15-16 devices** (A9 and A10 devices, iPad Air 2 and mini 4, older A9 iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 15.x. (16.x for older A9 iPads)
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    ### **iOS 14-15-16 devices** (A9 and A10 devices, iPad Air 2 and mini 4, older A9 iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 15.x. (16.x for older A9 iPads)
    - All other devices can be restored to iOS 14.x/15.x with SHSH blobs. Older A9 iPads can be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs. you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 14.x/15.x with SHSH blobs. Older A9 iPads can also be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs. you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For older A9 iPads, better use turdus medula instead for restoring to iOS 15 and lower
    - For more details about SEP and baseband compatibility, see the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/)
    - For all devices that fall under here, use **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version tethered or untethered with blobs: https://sep.lol/
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    - For A10 iPads only: Use **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version tethered or untethered with blobs: https://sep.lol/

    ### **iOS 16 devices** (A11 devices)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 16.x.
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 16.x. (except older A9 iPads, see below section instead)
    - See the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/). iOS 16 SEP/baseband is incompatible with iOS 15 and below.
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs, you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For iPhone X, you cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones or 16.6.x with blobs. All SHSH blobs for 16.5.x and lower are currently useless.
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    - Devices that fall under here have the latest version 17.x/18.x.
    - Delay OTA Guide (updating only): https://ios.cfw.guide/updating-blobless
    - (A12 devices and newer) You cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones. All SHSH blobs are currently useless.
    - For A10 iPads only:
    - Use **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version tethered or untethered with blobs: https://sep.lol/
    - For A10 iPads only: Use **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version tethered or untethered with blobs: https://sep.lol/

    ### **iOS 16 devices** (A11 devices, older A9 iPads)
    ### **iOS 16 devices** (A11 devices)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 16.x.
    - See the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/). iOS 16 SEP/baseband is incompatible with iOS 15 and below.
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs, you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For iPhone X, you cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones or 16.6.x with blobs. All SHSH blobs for 16.5.x and lower are currently useless.
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)
    - See links above for tethered 64-bit downgrade guides (likely not applicable to iPhone X)
    - For A9 iPads only, you may also **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version tethered or untethered: https://sep.lol/
    - For downgrades to iOS 14-15 with blobs for iPhone 8 devices (NOT iPhone X) (For advanced users only), See "Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15" linked here: https://gist.github.com/pixdoet/2b58cce317a3bc7158dfe10c53e3dd32
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) is an option to A11 devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot to iOS 14-15: [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot to lower versions: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) is an option to A11 devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Downgrading from iOS 16 is supported on macOS only
    - While this technically supports A9 iPads too, Semaphorin sucks and is not recommended to use. No support for this

    ### **iOS 14-15 devices** (A9 and A10 devices, iPad Air 2 and mini 4)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 15.x.
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 14.x/15.x with SHSH blobs, you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    ### **iOS 14-15-16 devices** (A9 and A10 devices, iPad Air 2 and mini 4, older A9 iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 15.x. (16.x for older A9 iPads)
    - All other devices can be restored to iOS 14.x/15.x with SHSH blobs. Older A9 iPads can be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs. you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For older A9 iPads, better use turdus medula instead for restoring to iOS 15 and lower
    - For more details about SEP and baseband compatibility, see the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/)
    - For A9-A10X devices, use **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version tethered or untethered with blobs: https://sep.lol/
    - For all devices that fall under here, use **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version tethered or untethered with blobs: https://sep.lol/

    ### **iOS 12 devices** (A7 and A8 devices except iPad Air 2 and mini 4)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 12.5.7.
    @@ -56,7 +54,7 @@ UPDATED: 2025-03-30
    - You can downgrade with SHSH blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - You can also downgrade/dualboot **tethered** with Semaphorin as mentioned above

    ### **A5, A5X, A6, and A6X devices**
    ### **A5(X) and A6(X) devices**
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 9.3.5, 9.3.6, 10.3.3, or 10.3.4.
    - You can downgrade and jailbreak any of these devices (**except for iPhone 5C**) to iOS 8.4.1 using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) without existing blobs
    - For iPhone 4S and iPad 2 (except iPad2,4) devices, iOS 6.1.3 is also an option
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    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
    - As of updating this post, there is now a free downgrade tool that utilizes a SEP exploit released for A9-A10X devices: https://sep.lol/
    - As of updating this post, there is now a free downgrade tool that utilizes a SEP exploit released for A9-A10X devices, **turdus merula**: https://sep.lol/
    - Untethered with blobs guide: https://ios.cfw.guide/turdusmerula/
    - Tethered guide: https://ios.cfw.guide/turdusmerula-tethered/
    - Save SHSH blobs for signed iOS versions using [TSS Saver](https://tsssaver.1conan.com/) or [blobsaver](https://github.com/airsquared/blobsaver)
    - GitHub repo for futurerestore nightly: https://github.com/futurerestore/futurerestore
    - For Windows builds of futurerestore nightly, go to the Discord server linked in the readme
    @@ -17,30 +19,32 @@ UPDATED: 2025-03-30
    - Delay OTA Guide (updating only): https://ios.cfw.guide/updating-blobless
    - (A12 devices and newer) You cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones. All SHSH blobs are currently useless.
    - For A10 iPads only:
    - Downgrades to any version tethered or untethered: https://sep.lol/
    - Use **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version tethered or untethered with blobs: https://sep.lol/

    ### **iOS 16 devices** (A11 devices, older A9 iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 16.x.
    - See the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/). iOS 16 SEP/baseband is incompatible with iOS 15 and below.
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs, you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For iPhone X, you cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones or 16.6.x with blobs. All SHSH blobs for 16.5.x and lower are currently useless.
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Downgrading from iOS 16 is supported on macOS only
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)
    - See links above for tethered 64-bit downgrade guides (likely not applicable to iPhone X)
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs for all these devices except for iPhone X. For advanced users only. See "Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15" linked above
    - For A9 iPads only, you may also use this tool, Downgrades to any version tethered or untethered: https://sep.lol/
    - For A9 iPads only, you may also **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version tethered or untethered: https://sep.lol/
    - For downgrades to iOS 14-15 with blobs for iPhone 8 devices (NOT iPhone X) (For advanced users only), See "Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15" linked here: https://gist.github.com/pixdoet/2b58cce317a3bc7158dfe10c53e3dd32
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) is an option to A11 devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Downgrading from iOS 16 is supported on macOS only
    - While this technically supports A9 iPads too, Semaphorin sucks and is not recommended to use. No support for this

    ### **iOS 14-15 devices** (A9 and A10 devices, iPad Air 2 and mini 4)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 15.x.
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 14.x/15.x with SHSH blobs, you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For more details about SEP and baseband compatibility, see the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/)
    - For A9-A10X devices, Downgrades to any version tethered or untethered: https://sep.lol/
    - For A9-A10X devices, use **turdus medula** for downgrades to any version tethered or untethered with blobs: https://sep.lol/

    ### **iOS 12 devices** (A7 and A8 devices except iPad Air 2 and mini 4)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 12.5.7.
    - You can downgrade to as low as 11.3 with futurerestore if you have SHSH blobs
    - You can downgrade with SHSH blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - turdus medula may add support for A8(X) devices in a future update
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions

    ### **A7 devices** (iPhone 5S, iPad Air 1, iPad mini 2)
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    - GitHub repo for futurerestore nightly: https://github.com/futurerestore/futurerestore
    - For Windows builds of futurerestore nightly, go to the Discord server linked in the readme
    - Almost all 32-bit downgrades can be done by Legacy iOS Kit: https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit
    - Tethered 64-bit downgrades are mostly covered by Semaphorin (discontinued): https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin
    - Tethered 64-bit iOS 15 downgrade guide by dleovl: https://github.com/dleovl/ios15tether
    - Tethered 64-bit downgrade guide by mineek: https://github.com/mineek/iostethereddowngrade
    - Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15: https://gist.github.com/pixdoet/2b58cce317a3bc7158dfe10c53e3dd32
    - Delay OTA Guide (updating only): https://ios.cfw.guide/updating-blobless
    - Even if there are Windows builds/versions for some of these tools, **iOS downgrades should be done on macOS or Linux only**

    @@ -21,10 +17,7 @@ UPDATED: 2025-03-30
    - Delay OTA Guide (updating only): https://ios.cfw.guide/updating-blobless
    - (A12 devices and newer) You cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones. All SHSH blobs are currently useless.
    - For A10 iPads only:
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Note that Semaphorin support is bad and you should just use this tool instead: https://sep.lol/
    - See links above for other tethered 64-bit downgrade guides
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs. For advanced users only, see "Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15" linked above
    - Downgrades to any version tethered or untethered: https://sep.lol/

    ### **iOS 16 devices** (A11 devices, older A9 iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 16.x.
    @@ -36,18 +29,13 @@ UPDATED: 2025-03-30
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)
    - See links above for tethered 64-bit downgrade guides (likely not applicable to iPhone X)
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs for all these devices except for iPhone X. For advanced users only. See "Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15" linked above
    - For A9 iPads, you may also use this tool: https://sep.lol/
    - For A9 iPads only, you may also use this tool, Downgrades to any version tethered or untethered: https://sep.lol/

    ### **iOS 14-15 devices** (A9 and A10 devices, iPad Air 2 and mini 4)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 15.x.
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 14.x/15.x with SHSH blobs, you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For more details about SEP and baseband compatibility, see the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/)
    - For iOS 13 and lower, check for compatibility with Limefix
    - As of updating this post, Limefix supports A9 devices and iOS 10, check for updates for other devices and versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)
    - See links above for other tethered 64-bit downgrade guides
    - For A9-A10X devices, this tool supports any iOS version: https://sep.lol/
    - For A9-A10X devices, Downgrades to any version tethered or untethered: https://sep.lol/

    ### **iOS 12 devices** (A7 and A8 devices except iPad Air 2 and mini 4)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 12.5.7.
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    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
    - As of updating this post, there is now a free downgrade tool that utilizes a SEP exploit released for A9-A10X devices: https://sep.lol/
    - There might be a better downgrade tool that uses a SEP exploit in the future, it may be better to wait for that instead
    - Save SHSH blobs for signed iOS versions using [TSS Saver](https://tsssaver.1conan.com/) or [blobsaver](https://github.com/airsquared/blobsaver)
    - GitHub repo for futurerestore nightly: https://github.com/futurerestore/futurerestore
    - For Windows builds of futurerestore nightly, go to the Discord server linked in the readme
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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2024-12-01
    UPDATED: 2025-03-30

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
    - As of updating this post, there is a downgrade tool that utilizes a SEP exploit released. However its device support is currently limited: https://limefix.tech/?product=limefix-sep-utility-testing
    - As of updating this post, there is now a free downgrade tool that utilizes a SEP exploit released for A9-A10X devices: https://sep.lol/
    - There might be a better downgrade tool that uses a SEP exploit in the future, it may be better to wait for that instead
    - Save SHSH blobs for signed iOS versions using [TSS Saver](https://tsssaver.1conan.com/) or [blobsaver](https://github.com/airsquared/blobsaver)
    - GitHub repo for futurerestore nightly: https://github.com/futurerestore/futurerestore
    @@ -23,6 +23,7 @@ UPDATED: 2024-12-01
    - (A12 devices and newer) You cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones. All SHSH blobs are currently useless.
    - For A10 iPads only:
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Note that Semaphorin support is bad and you should just use this tool instead: https://sep.lol/
    - See links above for other tethered 64-bit downgrade guides
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs. For advanced users only, see "Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15" linked above

    @@ -36,6 +37,7 @@ UPDATED: 2024-12-01
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)
    - See links above for tethered 64-bit downgrade guides (likely not applicable to iPhone X)
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs for all these devices except for iPhone X. For advanced users only. See "Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15" linked above
    - For A9 iPads, you may also use this tool: https://sep.lol/

    ### **iOS 14-15 devices** (A9 and A10 devices, iPad Air 2 and mini 4)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 15.x.
    @@ -46,6 +48,7 @@ UPDATED: 2024-12-01
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)
    - See links above for other tethered 64-bit downgrade guides
    - For A9-A10X devices, this tool supports any iOS version: https://sep.lol/

    ### **iOS 12 devices** (A7 and A8 devices except iPad Air 2 and mini 4)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 12.5.7.
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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2024-11-24
    UPDATED: 2024-12-01

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
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    ### **iPhone 2G, 3G, and iPod touch 1st gen**
    - AFAIK, there is no firmware signing and they can be restored to any iOS version using an appropriate older iTunes version after placing the device in pwned DFU mode using redsn0w.
    - [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) also supports these devices for restoring custom IPSWs as well as restoring to any other iOS version
    - Jailbreak support is for iOS 4.1 and 3.1.3 only for these devices
    - Jailbreak support is for iOS 4.2.1, 4.1 and 3.1.3 for these devices
    - Lowest working version is 2.0, 1.x does not work
    - This makes use of changes from tihmstar's idevicerestore fork (iOS 1 and 2 support): https://github.com/tihmstar/idevicerestore
    - iPhone 3G devices can be easily downgraded to iOS 4.1 and 3.1.3 using Legacy iOS Kit, with the option to jailbreak and hacktivate
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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2024-09-25
    UPDATED: 2024-11-24

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
    - As of updating this post, there is a downgrade tool that utilizes a SEP exploit released. However its device support is currently limited: https://limefix.tech/?product=limefix-sep-utility-testing
    - There might be a better downgrade tool that uses a SEP exploit in the future, it may be better to wait for that instead
    - Save SHSH blobs for signed iOS versions using [TSS Saver](https://tsssaver.1conan.com/) or [blobsaver](https://github.com/airsquared/blobsaver)
    - GitHub repo for futurerestore nightly: https://github.com/futurerestore/futurerestore
    - For Windows builds of futurerestore, go to the Discord server linked in the readme
    - For Windows builds of futurerestore nightly, go to the Discord server linked in the readme
    - Almost all 32-bit downgrades can be done by Legacy iOS Kit: https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit
    - Tethered 64-bit downgrades are mostly covered by Semaphorin (discontinued): https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin
    - Tethered 64-bit iOS 15 downgrade guide by dleovl: https://github.com/dleovl/ios15tether
    - Tethered 64-bit downgrade guide by mineek: https://github.com/mineek/iostethereddowngrade
    - Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15: https://gist.github.com/pixdoet/2b58cce317a3bc7158dfe10c53e3dd32
    - Delay OTA Guide (updating only): https://ios.cfw.guide/updating-blobless
    - Even if there are Windows builds/versions for some of these tools, **iOS downgrades should be done on macOS or Linux only**

    @@ -21,9 +23,8 @@ UPDATED: 2024-09-25
    - (A12 devices and newer) You cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones. All SHSH blobs are currently useless.
    - For A10 iPads only:
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - See links above for tethered 64-bit downgrade guides
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs. For advanced users only, see guide linked in compatibility chart
    - For A10 iPads, check for Limefix compatibility
    - See links above for other tethered 64-bit downgrade guides
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs. For advanced users only, see "Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15" linked above

    ### **iOS 16 devices** (A11 devices, older A9 iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 16.x.
    @@ -34,8 +35,7 @@ UPDATED: 2024-09-25
    - Downgrading from iOS 16 is supported on macOS only
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)
    - See links above for tethered 64-bit downgrade guides (likely not applicable to iPhone X)
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs for all these devices except for iPhone X. For advanced users only. See the guide linked in compatibility chart
    - For A9 iPads, check for Limefix compatibility
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs for all these devices except for iPhone X. For advanced users only. See "Guide for downgrading iOS 16+ checkm8 devices to iOS 14-15" linked above

    ### **iOS 14-15 devices** (A9 and A10 devices, iPad Air 2 and mini 4)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 15.x.
    @@ -45,14 +45,13 @@ UPDATED: 2024-09-25
    - As of updating this post, Limefix supports A9 devices and iOS 10, check for updates for other devices and versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)
    - See links above for tethered 64-bit downgrade guides
    - See links above for other tethered 64-bit downgrade guides

    ### **iOS 12 devices** (A7 and A8 devices except iPad Air 2 and mini 4)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 12.5.7.
    - You can downgrade to as low as 11.3 with futurerestore if you have SHSH blobs
    - You can downgrade with SHSH blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - For other downgrades with blobs, check for Limefix compatibility

    ### **A7 devices** (iPhone 5S, iPad Air 1, iPad mini 2)
    - A7 devices (except iPad4,6 and all iPad mini 3 models) can downgrade to 10.3.3 without existing blobs, using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) or [LeetDown](https://github.com/rA9stuff/LeetDown)
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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2024-06-22
    UPDATED: 2024-09-25

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
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    - Delay OTA Guide (updating only): https://ios.cfw.guide/updating-blobless
    - Even if there are Windows builds/versions for some of these tools, **iOS downgrades should be done on macOS or Linux only**

    ### **iOS 17 devices** (A12 devices and newer, older A10 iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest version 17.x.
    ### **iOS 17/18 devices** (A12 devices and newer, older A10 iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest version 17.x/18.x.
    - Delay OTA Guide (updating only): https://ios.cfw.guide/updating-blobless
    - Restoring to iOS 16 and lower is not possible.
    - (A12 devices and newer) You cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones. All SHSH blobs are currently useless.
    - For A10 iPads only:
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2024-06-08
    UPDATED: 2024-06-22

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
    - As of updating this post, there is a downgrade tool that utilizes a SEP exploit released. However its device support is currently limited: https://limefix.tech/?product=limefix-sep-utility-testing
    - Save SHSH blobs for signed iOS versions using [TSS Saver](https://tsssaver.1conan.com/) or [blobsaver](https://github.com/airsquared/blobsaver)
    - GitHub repo for futurerestore nightly: https://github.com/futurerestore/futurerestore
    - GitHub repo for futurerestore nightly: https://github.com/futurerestore/futurerestore
    - For Windows builds of futurerestore, go to the Discord server linked in the readme
    - Almost all 32-bit downgrades can be done by Legacy iOS Kit: https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit
    - Tethered 64-bit downgrades are mostly covered by Semaphorin (discontinued): https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin
    - Tethered 64-bit iOS 15 downgrade guide by dleovl: https://github.com/dleovl/ios15tether
    - Tethered 64-bit downgrade guide by mineek: https://github.com/mineek/iostethereddowngrade
    - Delay OTA Guide (updating only): https://ios.cfw.guide/updating-blobless
    - Even if there are Windows builds/versions, **futurerestore and other downgrade utilities should be used on macOS or Linux only**
    - Even if there are Windows builds/versions for some of these tools, **iOS downgrades should be done on macOS or Linux only**

    ### **iOS 17 devices** (A12 devices and newer, older A10 iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest version 17.x.
    @@ -18,6 +22,7 @@ UPDATED: 2024-06-08
    - (A12 devices and newer) You cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones. All SHSH blobs are currently useless.
    - For A10 iPads only:
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - See links above for tethered 64-bit downgrade guides
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs. For advanced users only, see guide linked in compatibility chart
    - For A10 iPads, check for Limefix compatibility

    @@ -29,6 +34,7 @@ UPDATED: 2024-06-08
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Downgrading from iOS 16 is supported on macOS only
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)
    - See links above for tethered 64-bit downgrade guides (likely not applicable to iPhone X)
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs for all these devices except for iPhone X. For advanced users only. See the guide linked in compatibility chart
    - For A9 iPads, check for Limefix compatibility

    @@ -40,11 +46,12 @@ UPDATED: 2024-06-08
    - As of updating this post, Limefix supports A9 devices and iOS 10, check for updates for other devices and versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)
    - See links above for tethered 64-bit downgrade guides

    ### **iOS 12 devices** (A7 and A8 devices except iPad Air 2 and mini 4)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 12.5.7.
    - You can downgrade to as low as 11.3 with futurerestore if you have SHSH blobs
    - You can downgrade with SHSH blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - You can downgrade to as low as 11.3 with futurerestore if you have SHSH blobs
    - You can downgrade with SHSH blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - For other downgrades with blobs, check for Limefix compatibility

    @@ -103,7 +110,8 @@ UPDATED: 2024-06-08

    ### **iPhone 2G, 3G, and iPod touch 1st gen**
    - AFAIK, there is no firmware signing and they can be restored to any iOS version using an appropriate older iTunes version after placing the device in pwned DFU mode using redsn0w.
    - Legacy iOS Kit also supports these devices for restoring custom IPSWs as well as restoring to any other iOS version
    - [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) also supports these devices for restoring custom IPSWs as well as restoring to any other iOS version
    - Jailbreak support is for iOS 4.1 and 3.1.3 only for these devices
    - Lowest working version is 2.0, 1.x does not work
    - This makes use of changes from tihmstar's idevicerestore fork (iOS 1 and 2 support): https://github.com/tihmstar/idevicerestore
    - iPhone 3G devices can be easily downgraded to iOS 4.1 and 3.1.3 using Legacy iOS Kit, with the option to jailbreak and hacktivate
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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2024-06-07
    UPDATED: 2024-06-08

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
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    - You can also save on-board SHSH blobs with Legacy iOS Kit's "Save Onboard Blobs" option
    - If you have iOS 7 SHSH blobs, you can do untethered downgrades using Legacy iOS Kit (powdersn0w)
    - You can also dualboot to any version using [Coolbooter](https://coolbooter.com)
    - You can dualboot to iOS 4.3.x using [4tify-iPad2](https://github.com/Zurac-Apps/4tify-iPad2) (**iPad 2 only**, macOS only)
    - iPad 2 only: You can dualboot to iOS 4.3.x using [FourThree-iPad2](https://github.com/LukeZGD/FourThree-iPad2) or [4tify-iPad2](https://github.com/Zurac-Apps/4tify-iPad2)
    - 4tify-iPad2 is for macOS only
    - You can downgrade **tethered** without blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit), [n1ghtshade](https://github.com/synackuk/n1ghtshade), or [Deca5](https://github.com/zzanehip/Deca5)
    - Both n1ghtshade and Deca5 are for macOS only

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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2024-06-03
    UPDATED: 2024-06-07

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
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    - Restoring to iOS 16 and lower is not possible.
    - (A12 devices and newer) You cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones. All SHSH blobs are currently useless.
    - For A10 iPads only:
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs. For advanced users only, see guide linked in compatibility chart
    - For A10 iPads, check for Limefix compatibility

    @@ -26,7 +26,8 @@ UPDATED: 2024-06-03
    - See the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/). iOS 16 SEP/baseband is incompatible with iOS 15 and below.
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs, you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For iPhone X, you cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones or 16.6.x with blobs. All SHSH blobs for 16.5.x and lower are currently useless.
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Downgrading from iOS 16 is supported on macOS only
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs for all these devices except for iPhone X. For advanced users only. See the guide linked in compatibility chart
    - For A9 iPads, check for Limefix compatibility
    @@ -37,14 +38,14 @@ UPDATED: 2024-06-03
    - For more details about SEP and baseband compatibility, see the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/)
    - For iOS 13 and lower, check for compatibility with Limefix
    - As of updating this post, Limefix supports A9 devices and iOS 10, check for updates for other devices and versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)

    ### **iOS 12 devices** (A7 and A8 devices except iPad Air 2 and mini 4)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 12.5.7.
    - You can downgrade to as low as 11.3 with futurerestore if you have SHSH blobs
    - You can downgrade with SHSH blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - For other downgrades with blobs, check for Limefix compatibility

    ### **A7 devices** (iPhone 5S, iPad Air 1, iPad mini 2)
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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2024-05-27
    UPDATED: 2024-06-03

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
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    **## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices
    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2024-06-03
    UPDATED: 2024-05-27

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
    - As of updating this post, there is a downgrade tool that utilizes a SEP exploit released. However its device support is currently limited: https://limefix.tech/?product=limefix-sep-utility-testing
    - Save SHSH blobs for signed iOS versions using [TSS Saver](https://tsssaver.1conan.com/) or [blobsaver](https://github.com/airsquared/blobsaver)
    - GitHub repo for futurerestore nightly: https://github.com/futurerestore/futurerestore
    - For Windows builds of futurerestore, go to the Discord server linked in the readme
    - Delay OTA Guide (updating only): https://ios.cfw.guide/updating-blobless
    - **futurerestore and other downgrade utilities should be used on macOS or Linux only**
    - Even if there are Windows builds/versions, **futurerestore and other downgrade utilities should be used on macOS or Linux only**

    ### **iOS 17 devices** (A12 devices and newer, older A10 iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest version 17.x.
    @@ -18,14 +19,15 @@ UPDATED: 2024-06-03
    - For A10 iPads only:
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs. For advanced users only, see guide linked in compatibility chart
    - Limefix is not yet compatible with A10 devices, wait for updates
    - For A10 iPads, check for Limefix compatibility

    ### **iOS 16 devices** (A11 devices, older A9 iPads)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 16.x.
    - See the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/). iOS 16 SEP/baseband is incompatible with iOS 15 and below.
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs, you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For iPhone X, you cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones or 16.6.x with blobs. All SHSH blobs for 16.5.x and lower are useless.
    - For iPhone X, you cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones or 16.6.x with blobs. All SHSH blobs for 16.5.x and lower are currently useless.
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs for all these devices except for iPhone X. For advanced users only. See the guide linked in compatibility chart
    - For A9 iPads, check for Limefix compatibility

    @@ -34,15 +36,16 @@ UPDATED: 2024-06-03
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 14.x/15.x with SHSH blobs, you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For more details about SEP and baseband compatibility, see the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/)
    - For iOS 13 and lower, check for compatibility with Limefix
    - As of updating this post, Limefix only supports A9 devices and iOS 10, wait for updates for other devices and versions
    - As of updating this post, Limefix supports A9 devices and iOS 10, check for updates for other devices and versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n) or [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n)

    ### **iOS 12 devices** (A7 and A8 devices except iPad Air 2 and mini 4)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 12.5.7.
    - You can downgrade to as low as 11.3 with futurerestore if you have SHSH blobs
    - You can downgrade with SHSH blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Limefix is not yet compatible with these devices, wait for updates
    - For other downgrades with blobs, check for Limefix compatibility

    ### **A7 devices** (iPhone 5S, iPad Air 1, iPad mini 2)
    - A7 devices (except iPad4,6 and all iPad mini 3 models) can downgrade to 10.3.3 without existing blobs, using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) or [LeetDown](https://github.com/rA9stuff/LeetDown)
    @@ -104,4 +107,3 @@ UPDATED: 2024-06-03
    - iPhone 3G devices can be easily downgraded to iOS 4.1 and 3.1.3 using Legacy iOS Kit, with the option to jailbreak and hacktivate
    - For iPhone 2G and touch 1, here are 3.1.3 custom IPSWs that may be useful: https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit-Keys/releases/tag/jailbreak
    - IPSWs for older iPod touch are not available in ipsw.me. They are available here: https://invoxiplaygames.uk/ipsw/ and https://archives.legacyjailbreak.com
    **
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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices
    **## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2024-06-03

    @@ -104,3 +104,4 @@ UPDATED: 2024-06-03
    - iPhone 3G devices can be easily downgraded to iOS 4.1 and 3.1.3 using Legacy iOS Kit, with the option to jailbreak and hacktivate
    - For iPhone 2G and touch 1, here are 3.1.3 custom IPSWs that may be useful: https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit-Keys/releases/tag/jailbreak
    - IPSWs for older iPod touch are not available in ipsw.me. They are available here: https://invoxiplaygames.uk/ipsw/ and https://archives.legacyjailbreak.com
    **
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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2024-05-27
    UPDATED: 2024-06-03

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
    @@ -17,7 +17,6 @@ UPDATED: 2024-05-27
    - (A12 devices and newer) You cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones. All SHSH blobs are currently useless.
    - For A10 iPads only:
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n), [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n), and [seprmvr64](https://github.com/mineek/seprmvr64)
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs. For advanced users only, see guide linked in compatibility chart
    - Limefix is not yet compatible with A10 devices, wait for updates

    @@ -27,7 +26,6 @@ UPDATED: 2024-05-27
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs, you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For iPhone X, you cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones or 16.6.x with blobs. All SHSH blobs for 16.5.x and lower are useless.
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n), [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n), and [seprmvr64](https://github.com/mineek/seprmvr64)
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs for all these devices except for iPhone X. For advanced users only. See the guide linked in compatibility chart
    - For A9 iPads, check for Limefix compatibility

    @@ -38,14 +36,12 @@ UPDATED: 2024-05-27
    - For iOS 13 and lower, check for compatibility with Limefix
    - As of updating this post, Limefix only supports A9 devices and iOS 10, wait for updates for other devices and versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n), [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n), and [seprmvr64](https://github.com/mineek/seprmvr64)

    ### **iOS 12 devices** (A7 and A8 devices except iPad Air 2 and mini 4)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 12.5.7.
    - You can downgrade to as low as 11.3 with futurerestore if you have SHSH blobs
    - You can downgrade with SHSH blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade is also an option with [sunst0rm](https://github.com/mineek/sunst0rm)
    - Limefix is not yet compatible with these devices, wait for updates

    ### **A7 devices** (iPhone 5S, iPad Air 1, iPad mini 2)
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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2024-05-19
    UPDATED: 2024-05-27

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
    @@ -16,8 +16,8 @@ UPDATED: 2024-05-19
    - Restoring to iOS 16 and lower is not possible.
    - (A12 devices and newer) You cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones. All SHSH blobs are currently useless.
    - For A10 iPads only:
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n), [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n), and [seprmvr64](https://github.com/mineek/seprmvr64)
    - Tethered downgrade: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs. For advanced users only, see guide linked in compatibility chart
    - Limefix is not yet compatible with A10 devices, wait for updates

    @@ -26,8 +26,8 @@ UPDATED: 2024-05-19
    - See the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/). iOS 16 SEP/baseband is incompatible with iOS 15 and below.
    - These devices can be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs, you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For iPhone X, you cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones or 16.6.x with blobs. All SHSH blobs for 16.5.x and lower are useless.
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n), [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n), and [seprmvr64](https://github.com/mineek/seprmvr64)
    - Tethered downgrade (except for iPhone X): [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n), [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n), and [seprmvr64](https://github.com/mineek/seprmvr64)
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs for all these devices except for iPhone X. For advanced users only. See the guide linked in compatibility chart
    - For A9 iPads, check for Limefix compatibility

    @@ -37,16 +37,16 @@ UPDATED: 2024-05-19
    - For more details about SEP and baseband compatibility, see the [SEP/BB Compatibility Chart](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Mb1UNm6g3yvdQD67M413GYSaJ4uoNhLgpkc7YKi3LBs/)
    - For iOS 13 and lower, check for compatibility with Limefix
    - As of updating this post, Limefix only supports A9 devices and iOS 10, wait for updates for other devices and versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is also an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n), [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n), and [seprmvr64](https://github.com/mineek/seprmvr64)
    - Tethered downgrade: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions

    ### **iOS 12 devices** (A7 and A8 devices except iPad Air 2 and mini 4)
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 12.5.7.
    - You can downgrade to as low as 11.3 with futurerestore if you have SHSH blobs
    - You can downgrade with SHSH blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - Tethered downgrade is also an option with [sunst0rm](https://github.com/mineek/sunst0rm)
    - Limefix is not yet compatible with these devices, wait for updates
    - Tethered downgrade: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions

    ### **A7 devices** (iPhone 5S, iPad Air 1, iPad mini 2)
    - A7 devices (except iPad4,6 and all iPad mini 3 models) can downgrade to 10.3.3 without existing blobs, using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) or [LeetDown](https://github.com/rA9stuff/LeetDown)
    @@ -55,7 +55,7 @@ UPDATED: 2024-05-19
    - You can also downgrade to 10.2-10.3.2 if you have SHSH blobs
    - You can go as low as 10.1.x but Touch ID will not work for 5S
    - You can downgrade with SHSH blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - You can also downgrade **tethered** with Semaphorin as mentioned above
    - You can also downgrade/dualboot **tethered** with Semaphorin as mentioned above

    ### **A5, A5X, A6, and A6X devices**
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 9.3.5, 9.3.6, 10.3.3, or 10.3.4.
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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2024-05-02
    UPDATED: 2024-05-19

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
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    - (A12 devices and newer) You cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones. All SHSH blobs are currently useless.
    - For A10 iPads only:
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n), [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n), and [seprmvr64](https://github.com/mineek/seprmvr64)
    - Tethered downgrade: [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs. For advanced users only, see guide linked in compatibility chart
    - Limefix is not yet compatible with A10 devices, wait for updates

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    - These devices can be restored to iOS 16.6.x with SHSH blobs, you may use [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit) for this which utilizes the updated **futurerestore nightly**.
    - For iPhone X, you cannot restore to any iOS versions other than signed ones or 16.6.x with blobs. All SHSH blobs for 16.5.x and lower are useless.
    - Tethered downgrade/dualboot is an option with [downr1n](https://github.com/edwin170/downr1n), [dualra1n](https://github.com/dualra1n/dualra1n), and [seprmvr64](https://github.com/mineek/seprmvr64)
    - Tethered downgrade (except for iPhone X): [Semaphorin](https://github.com/y08wilm/Semaphorin) supports these devices for downgrading to lower iOS versions
    - It is technically possible to downgrade to iOS 14-15 with blobs for all these devices except for iPhone X. For advanced users only. See the guide linked in compatibility chart
    - For A9 iPads, check for Limefix compatibility

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    - Unfortunately checkm8 is very unreliable on Linux, so using macOS may be the better option with iPwnder32/ipwnder_lite used for better success rates
    - [iPwnder Lite for iOS](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit/wiki/Pwning-Using-Another-iOS-Device) can also be used to put device in pwned DFU
    - You can also downgrade to 10.2-10.3.2 if you have SHSH blobs
    - You can go as low as 10.1.x but Touch ID will not work
    - You can go as low as 10.1.x but Touch ID will not work for 5S
    - You can downgrade with SHSH blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - You can also downgrade **tethered** with Semaphorin as mentioned above

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    ## Downgrade and dualboot status of almost all iOS devices

    UPDATED: 2024-04-09
    UPDATED: 2024-05-02

    - Reddit mirror: https://www.reddit.com/r/iOSDowngrade/comments/j1x7iv/downgrade_and_dualboot_status_of_almost_all_ios/
    - GitHub Gist mirror: https://gist.github.com/LukeZGD/9d781f1b03a69fa46869384a9407a41a
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    - You can also downgrade to 10.2-10.3.2 if you have SHSH blobs
    - You can go as low as 10.1.x but Touch ID will not work
    - You can downgrade with SHSH blobs using [Legacy iOS Kit](https://github.com/LukeZGD/Legacy-iOS-Kit)
    - You can also downgrade **tethered** to iOS 7 manually: https://ios7.iarchive.app
    - You can also downgrade **tethered** with Semaphorin as mentioned above

    ### **A5, A5X, A6, and A6X devices**
    - Devices that fall under here have the latest iOS version 9.3.5, 9.3.6, 10.3.3, or 10.3.4.