iPhone Backup Restore

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iPhone Backup Restore

I had downloaded the new version on my iPhone a week ago. I thought I would test it out for a week and then restore it back using a backup I made on iOS 17 (before I updated it to the new update).

The thing is, I was going to back it up today using my Mac, but before I clicked on "Restore Backup", I made a new backup with current version thinking it'll create 2 different backups (one with 17 and one with the new one); so I could revert it back to the new version with all my current files (incase I forgot to backup/save a file), since it had an option for "Manage Backups".

When I created my new backup, with the current version, I have no clue why, but my iOS 17 backup is now automatically deleted. I did not have my Time Machine on as I did not have a backup disk.

It would be great if someone could help me figure out how to get my previous backup back.

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iPhone 12 mini, iOS 18

Posted on Jun 20, 2024 10:04 AM

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Answer 1

Bob Timmons

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Jun 20, 2024 11:13 AM in response to panigrahi9128

The old backup was overwritten unless you used a Mac or PC to back up....before....you installed the new software......and.....you also went through the process to "Archive" the backup to store it as a separate file on your Mac before you installed the "new" software.

Then, you would have a backup copy of the phone using the "old" software and a separate backup copy of the phone using the "new" software.

It's too late now, but there are very good reasons why Apple strongly recommends that you only install "new" software on a separate phone.......not the one that you use everyday.

Having said all this, if the moderators detect that we are discussing "new" software here, the post will be removed.

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Answer 2

Jun 20, 2024 11:08 AM in response to panigrahi9128

iCloud stores only one backup per device. You can have multiple backups on a computer.

If an iCloud backup takes place after you install the new iOS, it cannot be used to restore when downgrading.

Beta iOS versions are not supposed to be discussed on the general forums. That may be why Apple deleted your other posts.

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Answer 3

Jun 20, 2024 11:41 AM in response to Bob Timmons

I had used a mac to back up my phones files but it was set to default on icloud instead of my mac. I guess thats why it got overwritten. Is there any way I can download iOS 17 now? (Even if my files get deleted?)

Is there a separate page to discuss about the beta software issues?

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Answer 4

Bob Timmons

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Jun 20, 2024 11:51 AM in response to panigrahi9128

Is there a separate page to discuss about the beta software issues?

Yes, if you are a registered developer with Apple, you already know about the separate site. Sounds as if you likely have a "bootleg" copy of the new software, so all bets are off.

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Answer 5

Jun 20, 2024 10:09 AM in response to panigrahi9128

New version of what? If you mean iOS 18 read this support article —> How to uninstall iOS or iPadOS beta software - Apple Support

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Answer 6

Jun 20, 2024 10:48 AM in response to Limnos

Yes, apple removes my post if i mention it.

So basically I had a backup which got overwritten/deleted when i made a new backup.

Is there any way to access my old backup?

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Answer 7

Jun 20, 2024 10:52 PM in response to Bob Timmons

Thats sad to hear… Do you think visiting the genius bar would do any good? Can they reinstall ios 17?

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