What is an IPSW file?

An IPSW (iOS Software) file is a firmware file used by Apple devices. It contains the operating system and other software components needed to restore or update iOS devices like iPhones, iPads, and iPod touches.

How do I download an unsigned IPSW?

You can download unsigned IPSW files from IPSWFile.com. IPSW File is the #1 trusted websites that archive these files. All the files shared on IPSWFile.com is are from Apple server, so it is 100% safe and secure to download and use files downloaded from IPSWFile.com

How do I install an IPSW file on an iPhone?

To install an IPSW file on an iPhone: 1. Connect your iPhone to a computer with iTunes or Finder (macOS Catalina and later). 2. Open iTunes or Finder and select your device. 3. Hold the Shift key (Windows) or Option key (Mac) and click on 'Check for Update' or 'Restore iPhone.' 4. Select the IPSW file you want to install. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

How to install unsigned ipsw?

Installing an unsigned IPSW file is generally not possible on modern iOS devices due to Apple's security measures. Unsigned IPSW files are typically older versions of iOS that Apple no longer signs (authorizes for installation).

How to restore unsigned ipsw without SHSH blobs

Unfortunately, it's not possible to restore an unsigned IPSW without SHSH blobs on modern iOS devices. SHSH blobs are unique signatures required for downgrading or restoring to a specific iOS version, and they need to be saved while Apple is still signing that version.

How can I use an IPSW file to restore my device?

You can use iTunes or 3uTools to restore your device using an IPSW file. Simply download the correct IPSW file for your device, connect your device to your computer, and use iTunes or 3uTools to select and restore the firmware.

Download iOS 8.2 (12D508) for iPhone 5s (Global)

You will have to note that you can only restore signed IPSW firmware files using iTunes or 3utools.

Firmware Identifier	iPhone6,2
iOS Version	8.2
Release Date	2015-03-09
Update Date	2015-03-04
Sha1sum	b24183e30e25c1043a6657cbed50d7e08f7e440f
Sha256sum	64f01e455de86b05887af0cfb7e410380a6d7f4b2a35ae74dedcf88de7c639e6
md5sum	07115932e1c01769bc4f645e06b5dbc4
Size	1.80 GB
FileName	iPhone6,2_8.2_12D508_Restore.ipsw
Status

This release introduces support for Apple Watch, and also includes improvements to the Health app, increased stability and bug fixes.

Apple Watch support

New Apple Watch app to pair and sync with iPhone, and to customize watch settings
New Activity app for viewing fitness data and achievements from Apple Watch; appears when Apple Watch is paired
Available on iPhone 5 and later

Health app improvements

Adds the ability to select the unit of measurement for distance, body temperature, height, weight and blood glucose
Improves stability when dealing with large amounts of data
Includes the ability to add and visualize workout sessions from 3rd-party apps
Addresses an issue that may have prevented users from adding a photo in Medical ID
Fixes units for vitamins and minerals
Fixes an issue where Health data wouldn’t refresh after changing data source order
Fixes an issue where some graphs showed no data values
Adds a privacy setting that enables turning off tracking of steps, distance and flights climbed

Stability enhancements

Increases stability of Mail
Improves stability of Flyover in Maps
Improves stability of Music
Improves VoiceOver reliability
Improves connectivity with Made for iPhone Hearing Aids

Bug fixes

Fixes an issue in Maps that prevented navigating to some favorite locations
Addresses an issue where the last word in a quick reply message wasn't autocorrected
Fixes an issue where duplicate iTunes purchased content could prevent iCloud restore from completing
Resolves an issue where some music or playlists didn’t sync from iTunes to the Music app
Fixes an issue where deleted audiobooks sometimes remained on device
Resolves an issue that could prevent call audio from routing to car speakers while using Siri Eyes Free
Fixes a Bluetooth calling issue where no audio is heard until the call is answered
Fixes a timezone issue where Calendar events appear in GMT
Addresses an issue that caused certain events in a custom recurring meeting to drop from an Exchange calendar
Fixes a certificate error that prevented configuring an Exchange account behind a third-party gateway
Fixes an issue that could cause an organizer’s Exchange meeting notes to be overwritten
Resolves an issue that prevented some Calendar events from automatically showing as 'Busy' after accepting an invite

For information on the security content of this update, please visit this website:

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1222

Download iOS 8.2 (12D508) for iPhone 5s (Global)

Release Notes

IPSW File Download FAQ