iOS 13 is officially out today. Apple has just released the long-awaited thirteenth version of iOS for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
How to download iOS 13 update for iPhone
Before you download the iOS 13 update to your iPhone, read the following important information.
- iOS 13 compatible devices
- Backup iOS device
List of compatible devices with iOS 13
iOS 13 supports the following devices:
- iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone X, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone SE
- 7th Gen iPod Touch
Warning for jailbreak users
If you use a jailbreak on your iOS device and cannot live without your favorite jailbreak tweaks, we recommend that you do not upgrade to iOS 13 until the jailbreak for iOS 13 is released.
If you still want to update, then you will have to update via iTunes.
Backup iOS device
</ p>Before proceeding with the upgrade, we highly recommend that you back up your device via iTunes or iCloud.
How to download and install iOS 13 over the air (OTA)
Before downloading, connect the device topower source so that the battery does not run out during the update process. Downloading and installing the update may take from several minutes to an hour, depending on the load on the Apple servers and your Internet connection. We also recommend connecting your iPhone to a Wi-Fi local area network for faster updates.
STEP 1.Once connected to Wi-Fi, open the Settings app and tapBasic > Software Update. iOS will automatically check for available updates and let you know that iOS 13 is available.
</ p>Note.If you have been jailbroken, you should install the update using iTunes, since over-the-air updates are usually not possible after jailbreaking.
STEP 2. BeforeYou'll be taken to a screen with information about all the new features and improvements in iOS 13. TapDownload and install,to download the iOS 13 update and install it on your iPhone or iPad.
You will receive a notification when the update is downloaded. Return toSettings> Basic> Software Updateand then clickInstall nowto install iOS 13 on your device.
How to install iOS 13 using IPSW files via iTunes
If the iOS 13 update does not come over the airvia WIFI or cellular, you can install it manually by downloading the firmware from the official download links below and use iTunes to manually update iOS. Also, if you do not have enough free space on the device, this method is suitable for you.
Before connecting your device to your computer, make sure you are using the latest version of iTunes.
</ p>If you have the latest version of iTunes installed, proceed to the following steps:
STEP 1.Connect your iOS device to your computer using a USB cable. Wait for iTunes to open and connect to your device.
STEP 2.Click the device icon button to the left of the iTunes Store button in the top left corner of iTunes.
STEP 3:Click "Refresh »without holding down the Option key or the Shift key. If an iOS 13 update is available, it will automatically download and update your device to iOS 13.
STEP 4:You will receive a pop-up message indicating that a new update is available. Click on the button"Downloadand update ". If iTunes does not offer to upgrade to the latest version, then download the firmware file manually using the links from step 5.
</ p>STEP 5:Skip this step if iOS 13 was downloaded in steps 3 and 4.
Download the firmware file for your device,follow the link to download the iOS 13 IPSW file for your iPhone [Please note that the download file is about 2.0 GB depending on your device].
Note. If you download the firmware file using Safari, make sure that the automatic unzip feature is disabled, or use Chrome or Firefox.
Download iOS 13 for iPhone
iOS 13 (iPhone 6s): iPhone_4.7_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone 6s Plus): iPhone_5.5_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone SE): iPhone_4.0_64bit_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone 7 GSM + CDMA): iPhone_4.7_P3_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone 7 Plus GSM + CDMA): iPhone_5.5_P3_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone 7 GSM): iPhone_4.7_P3_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone 7 Plus GSM): iPhone_5.5_P3_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone 8 GSM + CDMA): iPhone_4.7_P3_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone 8 Plus GSM + CDMA): iPhone_5.5_P3_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone 8 GSM):iPhone_4.7_P3_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone 8 Plus GSM): iPhone_5.5_P3_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone X GSM + CDMA): iPhone10.3, iPhone10.6_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone X GSM): iPhone10.3, iPhone10.6_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone XS): iPhone11.2, iPhone11.4, iPhone11.6_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone XS Max (China)): iPhone11.2, iPhone11.4, iPhone11.6_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone XS Max (Global)): iPhone11.2, iPhone11.4, iPhone11.6_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone XR): iPhone11.8_13.0_17A577_Restore. ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone 11): iPhone_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone 11 Pro): iPhone12.3, iPhone12.5_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
iOS 13 (iPhone 11 Pro Max): iPhone12.3, iPhone12.5_13.0_17A577_Restore.ipsw
After downloading the firmware file, hold down the keyOption (Mac) or Shift key (Windows) and click Refresh. Important: click “Update” and not the “Restore iPhone” button to avoid restoring your iPhone and re-setting up the device.
STEP 6.A pop-up message will appear informing you that iTunes will update your device to iOS 13. Click the buttonRefresh.
STEP 7:Check out the information about iOS 13 firmware. Click on the buttonFurther. Then click the "I agree",toto agreewith conditions.
STEP 8:iTunes will now download the firmware file (this maytake a long time depending on your internet connection as it can be up to 2.0 GB in size). After downloading the file, the software will be processed and extracted, and then the device will be prepared for the software update and the update will be installed.
STEP 9:Do not disconnect the device until it runs outupdate. This may take a few minutes. Your device will be updated to iOS 13 and will reboot once or twice during the installation process. After the update is successful, you will see the Hello screen. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your device.
You can read our post with a list of all the best new features of iOS 13 for iPhone to get the most out of iOS 13.
An update for the iPad will be released on September 24.
Write in the comments did you manage to upgrade to iOS 13?