Mon Sep 23 22:09:00 UTC 2024: ## Apple Stops Signing iOS 17.6.1, Downgrading Options Limited

**Cupertino, CA** – Apple has stopped signing iOS 17.6.1 and iPadOS 17.6.1 for all devices except the latest iPad Pro models equipped with the M4 chip. This move, a common practice by Apple, prevents users from downgrading to older software versions.

The decision comes just one week after the release of iOS 18, with iPadOS 18 currently unavailable for M4 iPad Pro models, likely explaining the continued signing of iPadOS 17.6.1 for those specific devices.

iPhone users seeking to downgrade to iOS 17 are now limited to iOS 17.7 as the only remaining signed version. This leaves limited options for users wishing to revert to an earlier operating system.

This move highlights Apple’s commitment to pushing users towards the latest software releases, offering the most up-to-date features and security updates.

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