After you make your selection, the tool will take over:
Downgrading an iPhone 4s to iOS 5 is significantly more restricted than downgrading to iOS 6. While iOS 6.1.3 remains "signed" for the 4s via an OTA (Over-The-Air) update loophole, iOS 5 is not, making an untethered downgrade impossible without SHSH blobs . Downgrade Methods
The most reliable, modern method to achieve an untethered iOS 5 downgrade on an A5 device uses a command-line utility called (developed by LukeZGD), running on a macOS or Linux computer. Tools Required
to gain access to Cydia. If you prefer a cleaner base, many users first perform an untethered downgrade to iOS 6.1.3 (which is still signed via OTA) using Legacy iOS Kit 2. Install CoolBooter on your device. Enter the following URL: downgrade iphone 4s to ios 5
: Your storage is split between the two operating systems. 3. Tethered Downgrade (Without SHSH Blobs) How to downgrade iPhone 4 to iOS 4 and iOS 5 in 2024
Enter your iPhone’s when prompted by the Terminal.
You will need iTunes installed on your computer for its device drivers. On Windows, ensure you use the standard desktop version rather than the Microsoft Store version. After you make your selection, the tool will
Download the latest version of Legacy iOS Kit and unzip it.
Do not unplug the cable until the terminal says the process is complete and your iPhone boots to the classic iOS 5 "Setup" screen. Method 2: The iOS 6.1.3 Dual-Boot Route (CoolBooter)
Open , add the repository https://coolbooter.com , and install the CoolBooter app. Tools Required to gain access to Cydia
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In the Legacy iOS Kit menu, select the option for . Select your device model ( iPhone 4s ).
The tool will ask you to select the IPSW you downloaded in Phase 1.
The tool will automatically download the correct, official IPSW firmware file directly from Apple's servers and patch it with the necessary exploits. Step 4: Flash the Firmware