iOS 26.1 downgrade is no longer possible as Apple stops signing the update, pushing iPhone users to stay on iOS 26.2 and newer.
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You Can No Longer Downgrade To iOS 26.1
iOS 26.1 Downgrade Is No Longer Possible Trying to downgrade to iOS 26.1 and hitting a dead end? Apple has officially stopped signing iOS 26.1, which means iPhone users can no longer revert to that version using Finder on macOS or the Apple Devices app on Windows. This change forces all supported iPhones to remain on iOS 26.2 or later, closing the rollback window many users rely on after updates. Apple quietly made the move shortly after releasing iOS 26.2, following its usual update cycle. For users experiencing bugs or performance issues, the timing raises fresh concerns. The decision also signals Apple’s rapid transition toward newer builds. Anyone hoping to return to iOS 26.1 is now out of luck. Credit: Google Why Apple Stopped Signing iOS 26.1 Apple regularly stops signing older iOS versions to maintain platform security and reduce fragmentation. Once a version like iOS 26.1 is unsigned, Apple’s servers reject any attempt to install it. This ensures users stay on builds with the late…
