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Where can I manually download ipsw files from an apple.com host?

Hello,

Is there an online location at apple.com where I can download *.ipsw files for iPhones, iPads etc.?

I've seen some sites like ipsw.me and ipswdownloader.com but I would feel more comfortable downloading directly from Apple.com


Thanks!

Posted on Aug 31, 2015 10:21 AM

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Posted on Aug 31, 2015 1:21 PM

No. Not legitimately. Let iTunes determine the correct file and download it for you.

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Aug 31, 2015 1:23 PM in response to TAJSR

You can't. Apple does not provide direct downloads for iOS ipsw files for iDevices except to registered developers.


There's really no need, since you can only install the current iOS release. All other files would be useless, as they would no longer be signed for installation.


If you have a Developer Apple ID, you can log in here for the downloads:

https://developer.apple.com/ios/download/

Where can I manually download ipsw files from an apple.com host?

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