How to downgrade from iOS 26.2.1 to iOS 18 due to overheating and performance issues?

Hello, I have a problem with my phone and I think it's because of the 26.2.1 IOS update, my phone overheats and lags and slows down before I didn't update to 26 IOS, everything was fine, I think it's an effect because of 26.2.1 if you can help me return IOS 18, please help



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Original Title: Problems with updates

iPhone 13, iOS 26

Posted on Feb 5, 2026 8:25 AM

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Bekbol44 wrote:

Hello, I have a problem with my phone and I think it's because of the 26.2.1 IOS update, my phone overheats and lags and slows down before I didn't update to 26 IOS, everything was fine, I think it's an effect because of 26.2.1 if you can help me return IOS 18, please help


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Original Title: Problems with updates

iOS updates don't cause such issues, but batteries which are at or near their end of life do. Your iPhone could be at least 5 years old and if it has the original battery, the battery is likely failing. Open Settings > Battery > Battery Health - if the health is at, near or below 80%, it's time to pay Apple to replace the battery.


iPhone Battery Replacement - Apple Support


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Feb 5, 2026 8:28 AM in response to Bekbol44

Bekbol44 wrote:

Hello, I have a problem with my phone and I think it's because of the 26.2.1 IOS update, my phone overheats and lags and slows down before I didn't update to 26 IOS, everything was fine, I think it's an effect because of 26.2.1 if you can help me return IOS 18, please help


[Re-Titled by Moderator]
Original Title: Problems with updates

iOS updates don't cause such issues, but batteries which are at or near their end of life do. Your iPhone could be at least 5 years old and if it has the original battery, the battery is likely failing. Open Settings > Battery > Battery Health - if the health is at, near or below 80%, it's time to pay Apple to replace the battery.


iPhone Battery Replacement - Apple Support


How to downgrade from iOS 26.2.1 to iOS 18 due to overheating and performance issues?

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