IOS – Downgrade iOS 5.1 on the iPad to iOS 5.0

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New version of iOS is out & I have upgraded my iPad to iOS 5.1 from iOS 5.0. I didn't realize that some other software will not work with iOS 5.1 so I would like to go back. How can I downgrade iOS version on my iPad?

Best Answer

Apple is still signing iOS 5.0.1. You will need to download the 5.0.1 ipfw and then place your device into DFU mode. From there, hold the ALT/OPTION key as you hit the restore button in iTunes. Then point iTunes to the newly downloaded firmware.

You must act fast. When Apple closes this window and stops signing the old firmware, it will not be possible to downgrade iOS.

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