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Have you recently installed the tvOS beta version on your Apple TV and decided it was a mistake? Or, maybe you encountered a bug in the latest beta that made you want to downgrade it. Don’t worry; there’s a way to roll back your tvOS to version 11 or 12.
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to downgrade tvOS beta:
Steps to Downgrade Apple TV 4 out of tvOS beta
This method will work only if you are using an Apple TV or Apple TV 4. Follow the steps below:
- Visit the download webpage and select Apple TV.
- Choose your Apple TV or Apple TV 4.
- Choose the latest version of tvOS you wish to install. Ensure it is signed; otherwise, you will not be able to get your hands on it.
- Select the version of the tvOS you want to install.
- Click on the “Download” tab to begin downloading the firmware file.
- Connect your Apple TV to the computer via a USB-C cable.
- Open the iTunes application.
- Wait for iTunes to recognize your Apple TV.
- Select “Restore Apple TV” and press the “Alt/Option” key (for Mac users) or “Shift” key (for PC users).
- A pop-up window will appear; click on the IPSW firmware and click “Open.”
- Confirm that you want to import the firmware via iTunes.
- Click on “Restore.”
Steps to Downgrade Apple TV with 4K on tvOS beta
If you have an Apple TV with 4K, you will be unable to downgrade it using the steps above since it doesn’t have a USB-C port. Nonetheless, if you want to downgrade it, you’ll need to:
- Opt into the Apple beta program from here.
- From your Apple TV, navigate to Settings > System > Software Update and enable/disable Beta Updates for Public Beta.
- To opt-out of the beta program completely, log in with your Apple ID and password and click on the link provided.
- Next, go to Settings > System > Reset.
- Click on the Reset button.
- Wait for your Apple TV to reset to its factory default settings.
In conclusion, follow the above steps to downgrade your Apple TV from a tvOS beta version. Suppose you experience any challenges while following the steps provided. In that case, you can reach out to the Compsmag.com team for support by clicking on the “Contact Our Team” link provided. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter for more tech news and tutorials.
FAQs
Q1. Will downgrading my tvOS software cause me to lose my data?
Downgrading your tvOS software will erase all data on your Apple TV. As such, it is essential to back up your data before proceeding with the downgrade.
Q2. Can I upgrade to tvOS beta version again after downgrading?
Yes, you can. However, it is essential to note that beta versions are often unstable and could cause problems. As such, it is advisable to create a backup before upgrading to the beta version again.