Apple discontinues iOS 18 downgrade support, marking a significant shift in software policy.

Apple has stopped signing the previous version of iOS 18, making it impossible for users to downgrade from the latest version, 18.0.1.

Provides a safeguard against potential bugs in new iOS versions
Allows users to revert to a previous version if necessary
Ensures that users stay on the most up-to-date and stable version of iOS

Users who have updated to iOS 18.0.1 but have a reason to revert to the previous version are now unable to do so. Apple has stopped signing the iOS 18 update, making it impossible to downgrade to the earlier version of the system.

Typically, Apple keeps its updates signed for some time after a new version is released. This allows users to revert to a previous version if necessary, serving as a safeguard against potential bugs in the new iOS versions causing problems.

The latest version, iOS 18.0.1, was recently made available, and now that it has been on the market for some time, Apple has ceased signing the previous version. Consequently, users are no longer able to revert to iOS 18 if they desire.

In most cases, downgrading should not be necessary as iOS 18.0.1 does not have any known bugs. Therefore, it is advisable for users to stay on the current version.

It’s worth noting that this measure also affects iPadOS 18. Users who update to the latest version will no longer be able to revert to the previous one. Of course, those still on version 18 can continue using it as usual if they wish, as it continues to function normally.

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