Want to remove 17.1 and go back to 16.7.2

Really dislike the 17.1 on my 12Pro. Can I go back to 16.7.2 without a major hassle?

iPhone 12 Pro, iOS 17

Posted on Nov 9, 2023 12:11 PM

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Bob Timmons

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Posted on Nov 9, 2023 12:15 PM

Apple does not support this. Updates are a one way street. You can't go backwards.

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Bob Timmons

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Nov 9, 2023 12:15 PM in response to OldGuyApple12ProUser

Apple does not support this. Updates are a one way street. You can't go backwards.

Katana-San

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Nov 9, 2023 12:12 PM in response to OldGuyApple12ProUser

Hello~ No…you can’t downgrade…it’s not supported.

~Katana-San~

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Want to remove 17.1 and go back to 16.7.2