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There are times when you simply can't update your iPhone/iPad to the latest iOS/iPadOS
16 beta 3/2/1 for now or restore your iPhone or iPad to factory settings using the usual way due to some weird errors, right? You then opt to use recovery mode to restore your iOS device via iTunes, to get the issue resolved. But, what if the iPhone/iPad recovery mode not working and how would you fix it? Well! We've tailored this post specifically to guide the users to resolve such a troublesome issue. Let's first learn why is recovery
mode not working on your iDevice. The possible causes for this are – iTunes doesn't work normally, improper firmware installation , iDevice unable to connect to a server, hardware problem and so on. Let's now uncover the solutions to get it fixed.
1. Update iTunes to Bypass Not Working Recovery ModeThe first solution to iPhone/iPad recovery mode not working issue is updating iTunes or the macOS if your Mac is running macOS Catalina or above. Most issues with iOS devices get fixed when the regarding apps and operating systems are updated. Here are the steps Mac Catalina or later
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2. Force Restart iPhone/iPad to Fix Recovery Mode Not Working IssueYou can also try fixing iPhone/iPad recovery mode not working problem by force restarting it. Minor issues with iDevice get resolved by this way. The method varies from different iDevice models. Let's follow the steps below to do it. For iPhone 8/X/11/12 and iPad without Home button:
For iPhone 7/7 Plus:
For iPhone 6/5 or older models and iPad with Home button:
3. Check Apple Mobile Device USB DriverSometimes, iTunes fails to recognize your iPhone/iPad in recovery mode because the Apple Mobile Device USB driver is not or improperly installed. So you can check Device Manager to see if the Apple Mobile Device USB driver is rightly installed. Follow these steps to open Device Manager:
4. Try an iTunes Alternative without Data LossWhen the above solutions turn futile in resolving iPhone/iPad recovery mode not working problem. You can try an iTunes alternative to update or restore your iDevice. The best option, in this case, is iMyFone Fixppo (iOS/iPadOS 15 beta 3/2/1 supported).
Apart from fixing the iPhone/iPad recovery mode not working issue, it can also unlock your locked device with its "Reset iDevices" mode.
Here is the detailed guide on using the "Standard Mode" of iMyFone Fixppo. Step 1: Download, install and launch the latest version of iMyFone Fixppo on your computer. Now, tap on the "Standard Mode" for initiating the process. Then, get your device connected to the PC and click "Next".
Step 2: If your device can be detected directly, then keep going. If your device can not be detected, iMyFone Fixppo will ask you to put the device in DFU/Recovery Mode. Go for the "Recovery Mode" and proceed with the on-screen procedures.
Step 3: After the program detects your iPhone/iPad. You need to confirm the information regarding your iPhone/iPad here. You can choose a suitable firmware version on the drop-down menu if there is more than one option. After that, click "Download" to begin the process. If there is no firmware or you want to install other signed firmware, you can download it somewhere else and then click "Select it" to install it on your iDevice.
Once the firmware has been downloaded, click "Start to Fix" on the iMyFone interface. It will automatically repair the iPhone/iPad and resolve the recovery mode not working problem.
5. Try iTunes Again Using DFU Mode (Erase iPhone)Another method for fixing iPhone/iPad recovery mode not working issue is putting the device into DFU mode and restoring it via iTunes. Though, in this mode data loss is prevalent. Think twice before you try this way if you don't have a backup before. Here are the steps for all the iPhone/iPad models.
For iPad with Home button:1: Switch off the iPad by holding the Power switch. 2: Press the Home button and the Power button for 10 seconds. If you see the Apple logo, then you need to restart the process again. 3: While holding the Home button, let go of the Power button. If you see the recovery mode screen, just restart the process again. 4: If the iPad screen stays black, then the device entered successfully into the DFU mode. For iPad without Home button:1: Quickly press and release the Volume Up button, and then the Volume Down button. Next press and hold the Power button until the Power Off slider appears. Release the button, and drag the slider to power your iPad off. 2: Press and hold the Power button on your iPad for 3 seconds. Now, while still holding down the Power button, press and hold the Volume Down button for 10 seconds. 3: Release the Power button and continue holding the Volume Down button for another 5 seconds. 4: If the screen stays black, your device is now in DFU mode. And the Apple logo and recovery mode screen mean you fail and should do it again from beginning. Please note that your iPhone/iPad screen will stay black when it enters DFU mode.
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Rated successfully! You have already rated this article, please do not repeat scoring! Why does my iPhone keep exiting recovery mode?What could be happening is that the time it is taking to download the software file is taking longer than 15 minutes which causes recovery mode to time out on your iPhone. The download of the iOS file should still be downloading in iTunes on your computer.
What do I do if my iPhone is stuck in recovery mode and won't restore?Common Ways to Fix iPhone Won't Restore in Recovery Mode. Try and Try Again. If your main problem is that iTunes or Finder is not able to detect your iPhone, then you may want to be patient and try several times. ... . Use the Original USB. ... . Turn off Find My iPhone. ... . Enter DFU Mode to Restore the iPhone. ... . Turn to Apple.. How long can an iPhone stay in recovery mode?2. How long can an iPhone stay in recovery mode? An iPhone can stay in recovery mode for about fifteen minutes. After that, if no actions are performed, it will exit the recovery mode.
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