If you have installed a beta version of the operating system iPadOS or iOS and you are not satisfied with the new features or the performance of the device, in this tutorial you will see step by step how you can revert from iPadOS or iOS beta to stable version.
Beta operating systems reveal the new features, functionality, and apps that will appear in the final, stable version for all users. The purpose of these beta releases is to test and refine the new features on as many devices as possible, thereby obtaining relevant feedback related to performance and potential bugs in different usage scenarios. However, before installing a beta version of an operating system, it is important to be aware of the risks involved. Beta versions of iOS or iPadOS they may contain malfunctions, bugs, or incompatibilities with certain applications and, in more serious cases, may affect the overall performance of the device, including battery life.
How can you downgrade or revert from iPadOS or iOS beta to stable version?
If you have installed a beta version of iPadOS or iOS, but the experience is not up to your expectations, you can revert to the stable version by following the steps in the tutorial below:
1. You need to make a complete backup of the data on your iPhone or iPad device.
View the tutorial: How do you back up all the data on your iPhone or iPad?
2. Download on Mac or Windows PC latest stable version of iOS or iPadOS for your device.
I use it as a download source https://ipsw.me/.
The resulting file will be like this: iPhone17,1_18.1_22B83_Restore.ipsw
3. Disable the location function "Find My” for your device.
Disabling “Find My” can be done from the app Settings > Apple Account > Find My.
Related: How to Remove an iPhone from Your Apple Account Before Selling It
4. Connect iPhone to Mac with the help of the data cable (preferably the original one).
5. Open Finder and access your iPhone from the left side bar. You may need to enter your iPhone's unlock code.
6. Hold down the "Options" key then click on the "Restore iPhone..." button
7. Select the file .ipsw downloaded in point 2, then follow the instructions and wait until the installation process of the stable iOS version is completed.
Improperly said, this is the only way you can uninstall an operating system iPadOS or iOS Beta. After the stable iOS installation process is complete, you'll be able to use your iCloud backup to restore your apps, settings, and data.
In conclusion, if you want to come back from iPadOS or iOS beta to the stable version, you need to reinstall the operating system on your iPad or iPhone.
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