Apple stops supporting iOS 18.0 downgrades after releasing iOS 18.0.1

Today, exactly one week after officially releasing the iOS 18.0.1 update, Apple has stopped signing iOS 18.0. This means that users will no longer be able to downgrade to an older version of iOS.

Apple released iOS 18.0.1.

iOS 18: Big improvements and quick fixes

Apple released iOS 18 on September 16 with a host of new features for iPhone. The update brings more powerful customization tools, a redesigned Photos app, and major upgrades to other apps like Messages and Notes.

However, not long after that, users reported a number of problems, especially on the latest iPhone models. To fix it, Apple quickly released the iOS 18.0.1 update on October 3, bringing fixes for common issues.

Bugs fixed in iOS 18.0.1

The iOS 18.0.1 update includes fixes for the following issues:

- The touchscreen on some iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro models may become temporarily unresponsive in certain situations.

- The camera may freeze when recording video in macro mode with the ultra-wide camera, 4K resolution, and HDR off on iPhone 16 Pro.

- Messages may suddenly stop working when replying to a message from a shared Apple Watch face.

- System performance may be affected due to memory allocation issues on some iPhone models.

- Apple stops supporting downgrades after iOS 18.0.1 update

As usual, after a week of the update being released, Apple decided to stop signing the older version – this time iOS 18.0. This makes it impossible for users to go back to the previous version after upgrading to iOS 18.0.1.

Apple's decision to end support for downgrades isn't new. The company typically says a week is enough time for users to downgrade if they're having problems, and then fixes in a new update should help keep their devices running smoothly.

If you are running iOS 18.0.1 and are happy with it, there is no need to worry about this issue. However, if you are running iOS 18.0, please note that after upgrading to iOS 18.0.1, you will not be able to go back to the previous version.

Hung Nguyen (According to 9to5mac)

Source: https://www.congluan.vn/apple-ngung-ho-tro-ha-cap-ios-180-sau-khi-phat-hanh-ios-1801-post316259.html