Can I restore an older iOS backup onto a device running a newer version?
Hey Guys,
I've got an iPhone 5s, which I am updating to the latest version of iOS 11, which, as of today, is 11.4.
After I update, I plan to back up all my data, and completely erase the iPhone. I'll do a fresh start then.
My questions are:
1. Say Apple releases a new update to iOS 11. (Something like 11.4.1, per se) After updating my phone, can I restore the 11.4 backup?
2. Say they released a new iOS. Like iOS 12. Now can I restore my backup from iOS 11.4?
3. Off Topic: Are my photos stored in the backup file along with the other data, or must I back them up using the Photos App?
As this question deals with data, Kindly refrain from answering if you are unfamiliar with the process.
btw: I've seen posts from years ago about how some of these are possible, but there seem to be many scenarios which confuse me. Moreover, backup rules might have changed over the past 7 years.
Thanks Guys!
-Matt