Apple regularly pleases its users with the release of new firmware versions, so every owner of an "apple" smartphone thinks about whether it is worth updating the software on their smartphone. In this publication, we will talk about how to update IOS to version 8 on the 4th iPhone, and whether it is worth doing.
iOS update options
When the company introduced the new iOS 8 to its users, it immediately became clear that the iPhone 4 would not be able to function normally with this firmware version. The fact is that this operating system is designed for mobile devices with a 2-core processor, while the 4th iPhone is equipped with only one. However, put new system IOS 8 on Iphone 4 is still possible. There are two upgrade options for this:
- using iTunes through a computer;
- through the network.
It should be noted that after the update, only the user is solely responsible for the functioning of his gadget.
Using iTunes via computer
So, how to update iPhone 4 using a computer?
First you need to download the update using special application iTunes (if many free space) or from the official website of the manufacturer. Before connecting the device, make sure you are using the latest iTunes version, then click on "Help" in the menu bar and enable "Update". After that, you need to do the following:
When downloading the firmware using Safari, you must disable automatic unpacking. Also, you can use Firefox or Chrome for this.
Update via Wi-Fi
In fact, updating the software on a smartphone with using Wi-Fi- an easier way than the previous one, but there is no full guarantee that the update will be successful. First of all, it should be noted that even high speed connection is quite difficult to download a firmware file weighing 1 GB. In addition, do not forget about the battery of the device - the minimum charge for downloading a file must be at least half. If after downloading the update process starts and the device sits down and turns off, then you will have to connect the device to the computer and continue the process in iTunes.
If you plan to use this option, then you must do the following:
- Check connection wireless connection and browser access.
- Turn on "Settings", go to the "General" section, select "Software Update" and click "Download and Install". The download process starts automatically and the software update process takes place in background. You can’t run a process on a smartphone without a jailbreak
- After downloading the file, click the "Install" button and accept the appropriate agreement for users.
After the update process is finished, you need to make some adjustments and return all the saved content from the created backup iCloud or iTunes.
Mobile devices from Apple, as every fan knows, operate on the iOS operating system. The manufacturer updates this system annually. Every owner of an "apple" device sooner or later thinks about changing software to the newest version.
In this article, we will tell you how to update the iPhone 4 and 4S and what methods are suitable for this. Do I need to contact service center, or you can update your iPhone 4 at home.
For the owners of the fourth version of the iPhone, the release of iOS version 8 was more of a sad than a joyful event, since it immediately became obvious that it was impossible to install this firmware on the iPhone 4. The reason is that this "OS" is suitable for mobile devices with a processor in 2 cores, and the fourth iPhone is equipped with only one.
However, on iPhone 4, as it turned out later, you can install iOS version eight, and in two different ways:
- At iTunes help via PC or laptop.
- Using a Wi-Fi hotspot.
Let's look at both methods in more detail. But keep in mind that all responsibility for the result of the actions will lie with you. After the procedure, the device may cease to function normally and “fly off” the warranty, if any.
How to install iOS 8 via computer and iTunes
To use this method, you cannot do without a PC or laptop, as well as without installed program iTunes. Surely every iPhone owner has this utility. But if you haven't downloaded it yet, be sure to do so. Also, do not forget that the version of the utility must be the most "fresh". You can download the software from the official Apple resource.
If you are thoroughly prepared, you can proceed to the actual firmware process. For this you need:
1 Connect the phone to a PC or laptop using a USB cable. 2 iTunes will start automatically when detected mobile device. But if this does not happen, you need to open the utility manually. 3 Click the phone button (located to the left of iTunes Stop). 4 Go to the update section (you do not need to press the shift key or any other key). If there is an update, its download will start automatically, as well as installation on the device. 5 Data pops up in a new window containing information about the update. You need to click on the button that provides for downloading and updating the iOS version of the eight. And if after that you see a message in the window that the device uses the latest version, you need to download the file with the firmware using the link provided by the system.If you download using Safari, you will need to turn off automatic unpacking. You can also use other popular browsers- Chrome and the like.
How to flash iPhone 4 to iOS 8 via Wi-Fi
Installing the iOS 8 operating system on the iPhone 4 in this way is even easier than using the previous one. But no one can guarantee a successful outcome of the operation, as with the first method.
If you are going to install the firmware on the device in this way, ensure in advance high speed connections by experimenting with different points access. The fact is that the weight of the firmware is considerable and amounts to 1 gigabyte. If the data transfer rate is low, the download time will be very long.
It is also necessary to recharge the device, at least up to half of the charge indicator. If you do not put the device on charge before the firmware operation, the device may be discharged and turn off during the firmware, and you will have to continue already on a PC or laptop, and do everything the first way.
So, to flash an iPhone 4 via Wi-Fi, follow these steps:
1 Recheck stability WiFi connections and browser access. 2 Go to the main settings section, click on software updates, and then on the download and installation section. The operation will start automatically, the process will run in the background. Recall that the phone must be jailbroken. 3 Click on the button to install the downloaded file, accept the user agreement by clicking on the appropriate button.Upon completion of the operation, you need to correct something and move the saved information from the backup made in advance to iCloud or iTunes. Now you know the answer to the question of how to upgrade iPhone 4 to iOS 8. This is done easily - in just 3 steps.
As can be seen from the description of the iPhone 4 firmware process, this is not a very difficult operation, but not fast either. You have to wait about an hour to installed file turned out to be on the device in a state of full performance, but this is the maximum waiting period.
If the firmware for some unknown reason failed, you should contact the support service on the Apple Internet resource.
Problems with the firmware of the fourth iPhone
If you decide to use the second iPhone 4 firmware method, that is, work via Wi-Fi, and the process did not work, the reasons may lie in the following:
- Lack of space to store information in the device's memory.
- Long file download time on a slow connection.
- The device cannot connect to the update server.
- The update was not complete.
How to update iPhone 4S to iOS 8 when memory is overloaded
Unfortunately, on outdated versions iPhones, such as a quarter, if there is not enough space in the memory, the device will not automatically clean the system. This feature is only available on phones running iOS 9 or later. later versions"OSes". AT last case- when triggered useful function- part of the program files, which can then be re-downloaded, will be deleted by the system. Thanks to this, the user does not have to manually select junk files and wash them one by one. But if after removing extra programs in any way the problem remains, you need to try to update using iTunes.
But if there was no PC or laptop at hand, that is, it is not possible to use the iTunes utility, manually delete unnecessary software. To do this, go to the main settings, to the software updates section and click on usage settings.
To update the firmware, in any case, you will need the Internet. The download time of the firmware file will directly depend on its size and connection speed. During the download process, the device can be used for its intended purpose (for example, make calls).
When the firmware file is fully loaded, the corresponding information will be displayed on the display. To speed up the download, it is better not to download other files during this operation. But if the connection remains slow, you should use a different Wi-Fi access point if possible.
How to update iPhone 4 to iOS 8 without access to the server
If a such a nuisance or the inability to check for updates happened to your device during the firmware, do not be discouraged, but try updating the system again on the same network.
With the release of mobile operating system updates iOS systems Apple is much more organized than the competing product from Google. And although the number of smartphone models that support iOS hardly reaches two dozen, from time to time the company restricts access to the current firmware version on devices that it considers “obsolete”.
This is due both to hardware incompatibility and device performance (for example, to present iPhone work 3GS on iOS 10 is extremely difficult), and with a marketing decision. After all, Apple stops signing past firmware and restricts access to new ones. You cannot install unsigned firmware (firmware with an expired digital certificate).
Which iOS and which iPhone can be installed - you will learn in this material.
iPhone 2G
Minimum iOS version
: iPhone OS 1.0 (1A543a)
Maximum iOS Version: iOS 3.1.3 (7E18)
Average update size: 91 - 245 MB
The original iPhone was the only device on which you can install the first version of the operating system. Then they were called like iPhone OS. The latest firmware available for installation on original iPhone- iOS 3.1.3. Downgrade is available.
iPhone3G
Minimum iOS Version: iOS 2.0 (5A347)
Maximum iOS Version: iOS 4.2.1 (8C148)
Average update size: 225 - 322 MB
The updated iPhone 3G came out of the box with iOS 2.0. Firmware is supported up to today. Upgrading above iOS 4.2.1 is not possible. Please note that Apple does not sign iOS firmware 4.0, 4.0.1 and 4.0.2.
iPhone 3GS
Minimum iOS Version: iOS 4.1 (8B117)
Maximum iOS Version: iOS 6.1.6 (10B500)
Average update size: 382 - 784 MB
With "fast" iPhone version 3GS Apple was very generous. The latest firmware version is iOS 6.1.6. But with the version of iOS 5, a strange situation turned out. It is no longer signed and cannot be installed. At the same time, the minimum possible iOS, which will work on a smartphone - iOS 4.1.
iPhone 4 (GSM/CDMA)
Minimum iOS Version
Maximum iOS Version: iOS 7.1.2 (build depends on the model)
Average update size: 1.12 GB
The only firmware that can be installed on the iPhone 4 is iOS 7.1.2. Starting with the iPhone 4, Apple closed any selection options. Complete failure from skeuomorphism on the part of the company was met with a forced transition to "flat" iOS 7. When installing, be careful, because the iPhone 4 is presented in three versions: GSM, CDMA and GSM (rev. A) 2012. You need to install your own firmware for each.
iPhone 4s
Minimum iOS Version: iOS 9.3.5 (13G36)
Maximum iOS Version: iOS 9.3.5 (13G36)
Average update size: 1.5 GB
Up to September 2016 year iPhone 4s supported the current iOS 9 firmware. the release of iOS 10 Apple has limited the installation of new items for a smartphone released 4 years ago.
iPhone 5 and all subsequent models released after 2012
Minimum iOS Version: iOS 10.0.2 (14A456)
Maximum iOS Version: updates are up to date
The first smartphone that Apple gave access to latest firmware iOS 10. Together with iPhone 5, the current version of iOS 10 can also be installed on:
- iPhone 5s, 5c
- iPhone 6, 6 Plus
- iPhone SE
- iPhone 6s, 6s Plus
- iPhone 7, 7 Plus.
At the time of publication this material iOS 10.1 remains the current version of iOS 10. iOS firmware version 10.0.1 cannot be installed because Apple has stopped signing it.
Download current versions iOS for specific device You can visit the IPSW.me website. There you can also find out the status of the system subscription from Apple.
Greetings to all readers of the computer blog site! A friend of mine recently contacted me with a request to unlock the iPhone 5s. According to him, being in a state of intoxication, he put a password on the phone (from his girlfriend), and in the morning he could not remember it. After a few failed attempts password entry, the iPhone is automatically locked.
When turned on, the display shows " iPhone disabled! Connect to iTunes." When connecting to a computer, the problem was not solved - a password was still required.
In this article I will tell you how to unlock any Apple device- iPhone 4, 4s, 5s, 5, 6, 6s, 7, iPad, etc. We will remove the lock by flashing, i.e. Full reset of the phone to the "factory" state. iPhone firmware is a complicated procedure, but in fact it is quite simple, so do not rush to bring your phone to the service, but first try to do everything yourself.
The firmware will help solve any software problems with your phone. Essentially, we will do full reset iPhone to factory condition as if we had just bought it. I will warn you right away, we will need internet access.
I unlocked iPhone 5, model a1429, but way firmware is universal, and will work for all Apple devices - iPhone 4,5,6,7, as well as iPad.
Most often, this article is read by people who forgot the password on your phone. In such cases, the iPhone/iPad displays messages like: " iPhone is disabled. Connect to iTunes" or "Repeat after 24,000,000 minutes«.
However, you can try flashing your phone for any problems with your iPhone. For example, if your iPhone glitches, restarts, or won't boot or turn on at all- iPhone flashing can help you!
Alarm! Using this method all information on your Apple device will be erased. Be careful, and if you still hope to remember the password, look for other ways to unlock it.
You do all the actions described below at your own peril and risk, and I am not responsible for a damaged phone. Fortunately, the procedure is standard, invented by Apple itself, so go ahead! 😉
I immediately upset those whose iPhone is tied to iCloud.
If there is no access to this iCloud, this method will not help you anyway. After the firmware, the phone will start asking for a password from iCloud. In this case, you can restore access to the phone only if you have original box from this phone, and cash receipt on him. All this will need to be sent to Apple, they will check the information and restore access to you.
If you don’t have a password or a check, alas, you have a brick. Well, you can change motherboard, or sell the phone for spare parts, which is basically the same.
How to flash any Apple device - iPhone 4, 5s, 5, 6, 6s, 7, iPad? Step-by-step instruction.
To get started, you need download and install iTunes from the official apple website: apple.com/ru/itunes/download/
Installing iTunes shouldn't be too difficult, but just in case, it's detailed in video at the end of the article.
So, we have the program installed.
First we need to put the iPhone into recovery mode. It's very easy to do this:
Congratulations! You are logged in recovery mode !
Now we turn our attention to the laptop screen. iTunes should automatically launch. If it doesn't, start it manually. You will see a window asking you to restore or update your iPhone:
We press the button " Reestablish«.
Next, most likely, a window will pop up asking you to install the most latest version iOS. After clicking the "Restore and Update" button All data on your iPhone will be erased, then downloaded and installed the new iPhone software. We think, then we press this button. 
This window may pop up:
The firmware download for the iPhone will begin from the Apple website. The download time depends on the speed of your internet connection. Download progress can be monitored by clicking the icon in the upper right corner:
After going through all the steps, on the iPhone you will see the welcome screen:
Hooray, our iPhone 5 is unlocked! It remains to insert a SIM card, and set it up as if you just bought it in a store!
iPhone is disabled. Connect to iTunes - how to unlock? [VIDEO]
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Error 4013 when restoring iPhone.
If you read on, and do not rejoice at your “resurrected” phone, then something has not worked out for you. To be honest, it didn't go smoothly for me the first time. When you first try to restore an iPhone by flashing, at the stage " iPhone waiting» Happened Unknown error (4013):
“B.., well, what the f..?!” … "Excellent!" I thought. “When faced with a problem, I can warn my subscribers about it!” Started looking for a solution. The forums were full of advice of various kinds. A very popular option was Put your iPhone in the freezer and then flash it«:
I did not resort to such radical solutions as freezing someone else's device, and decided to first follow the recommendations from the official Apple website.
Apple technical support recommended 3 options when these errors appeared - install Latest updates Windows or Mac, change the USB cable (also, I advise you to try plugging the device into a different USB port), or try restoring the iPhone on another computer: 
Since I have a lot of different laptops at hand (), I decided to go the third way, especially since on the first laptop due to the small volume hard drive there was a "stripped down" Windows 7. Of course, without any updates.
What do you think - after starting the recovery procedure on another laptop, everything went well!
If you encounter any other errors when restoring your iPhone, take a look.
If you have any questions or just liked the article, leave a comment below it.
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More recently, the famous Canadian iOS programmer, known under the nickname iH8Sn0w until version 2.9.9. This application will be very useful for owners locked to the operator Apple smartphones, because only with the help you can get it on iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS with subsequent unlocking.
In contact with
Main Feature This tool is to create a custom firmware iOS 6.1 with a jailbreak without modem upgrade and with the possibility of activation (hacktivation).
The disadvantages include working only on operating system Windows and only support older devices such as iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4.
What is custom firmware for without modem upgrade?
The fact is that when updating (restoring) iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4 (and any other iPhone) on official firmware, along with updating iOS itself, the version of the modem firmware, which is responsible for unlocking the smartphone, is often updated.
For example, if you have a locked iPhone operator 3GS with the legendary modem version from the iPad - 06.15.00 (or any other), then when updating to the official iOS 6.1 firmware, in best case You will receive a “software” (correctable) brick, but if your iPhone 3GS was released after October 2011, then there is a huge chance of getting a “hardware” brick, which can only be restored by replacing the so-called modem part"flash drive". The pleasure is not cheap, the cost of replacing a "flash drive" is from $30 to $80.
From my own observations, I can say with 99.9% certainty that you will not “catch” a hardware failure of the modem part (flash drive) on an iPhone 3GS with 16 or 32 GB of memory. These models ceased production until October 2011. But, with the iPhone 3GS version of 8 GB, you need to be more careful, I repeat that with iPhone update 3GS 8GB, released after October 2011 on the official firmware - a huge probability of failure of the modem part of the smartphone.
The first signs of failure of the modem part are the absence of Settings values IMEI, Bluetooth, WiFi. If the problem is caused by an update (recovery) to the official firmware, then on the iPhone 3GS 16 and 32GB it can be cured programmatically, but not always on the iPhone 3GS 8GB. I take this opportunity to invite (pah-pah-pah, of course) to our "Apple-repair" — .
And so, the custom iOS 6.1 firmware obtained with the help provides an opportunity to restore any iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4 locked to the operator WITHOUT updating (upgrading) the modem firmware version. Those. in this case, ONLY the iOS version is upgraded, and the modem version remains unchanged. This allows you to easily unlock iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4 on iOS 6.1 firmware using a utility or turbo SIM cards (Gevey, Rebel, etc.)
iOS 6.1 custom firmware for locked iPhone 4 and iPhone 3GS. Instructions for creating.
Before following this manual, be sure to read it to the very end.
1. Download IPSW file official iOS 6.1 firmware and .
2. Open and click the white arrow in the blue square at the bottom right corner of the app window. In the window that opens, select Browse for an IPSW and point to the official iOS 6.1 firmware downloaded in item 1.
3. If you are creating a custom for iPhone 3GS, then in the next window you will be asked to specify the bootrom version. Select "New-Bootrom / I don't know", which means you don't know about the bootrom version. :)
4. Make sure the firmware has been successfully authenticated. An inscription like this should appear: (Your firmware version) IPSW Verified! See screenshot. Click on the white arrow.
5. Select Expert Mode. Click on the arrow to continue.
6. Select an item General.
7. In this window, you can add a function for the iOS 6.1 custom being created. Check the box activation The iPhone(Hacktivate) if you have NO The SIM card of the operator to which your iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4 is locked. And NOT check this box if you have THERE IS in the presence of a SIM-card of the "native" operator. Click on the arrow.
8. Click on the button "Buid IPSW" to create a custom iOS 6.1 firmware file for iPhone 4 or iPhone 3GS. Click on the arrow.
9. will start creating a custom iOS 6.1 firmware with a jailbreak, about which the application will notify you with a message Done and a donation offer to the hackers who created the , sewn into the received custom.
The custom iOS 6.1 firmware you created will appear on your desktop.
Click OK.
10.
In order to recover to the iOS 6.1 received by custom and not get into iTunes error 16xx, you need to convert your iPhone to special mode recovery - . Follow the instructions on the screen:
- press the Power button and the Home button at the same time for 10-12 seconds.
release after 10-12 seconds power button but keep holding home button until a green ticker appears on the screen.
All! You have an iPhone in front of you PWNED DFU(black screen). will inform you about it.
Custom firmware with iOS 6.1 jailbreak on iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4. Installation instructions.
1. Launch iTunes. The app should detect your iPhone is in recovery mode (PWNED DFU). Press and hold on the keyboard Shift and at the same time click the Restore button in the iTunes window.
2. Specify the IPSW file of the received iOS 6.1 custom firmware for iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4 in the window and click "Open".
The installation process will begin. Do not touch your iPhone during recovery. Wait. This may take 10-15 minutes.
ATTENTION!
— If at the end of the recovery your iPhone was in recovery mode(on the screen iTunes icon and cable), then the utility, which you can download, will help you get out of it. Launch iReb and go to the tab Recovery Mode Loop Fixer / SHSH Blobs Grabber.
Click on the button Set Auto-Boot True (Fixes 1015 Errors / Recovery Loops).
- noticed that iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4 with custom firmware installed is NOT detected in iTunes. Unfortunately we don't have a solution yet. However, for synchronization, we recommend using third-party iTunes-like applications, such as iTools or iFunBox.
Congratulations, you have received an iPhone 3GS or iPhone 4 with an untethered iOS 6.1 jailbreak.
