iPad mini (gen 6) | Released: 2021 | Max iPadOS: 26 iPad Pro 12.9" (gen 5) iPad Air (gen 4) | Released: 2020 | Max iPadOS:
To downgrade an original iPad mini (1st Generation) Go to product viewer dialog for this item. downgrade ipad mini to ios 6 verified
Before attempting any method, ensure your device meets these criteria: : These methods primarily apply to the iPad Mini 1st Generation (A1432, A1454, A1455). iPad mini (gen 6) | Released: 2021 |
If you simply miss the look of iOS 6, there is a verified workaround if your iPad mini is running iOS 12 or newer. Not Functional for iPad Mini in most cases
Not Functional for iPad Mini in most cases. Tools like Beehind or DowngradeTheOS exist for 32-bit devices (like the iPhone 4s and iPad 2). However, the iPad Mini contains a different BootROM revision compared to the iPad 2. While the iPad 2 can be "Daisy Chained" (using iOS 4/5 blobs to trick the device into accepting iOS 6), the iPad Mini lacks a valid lower iOS version to initiate this exploit chain because it shipped with iOS 6.