iOS 15.7.2 Not Available, Not Showing On iPhone & iPad? Fix?
iOS 15.7.2 not available on iPhone?
iOS 15.7.2 not available on iPhone and iPad? Apple has released build number 19H218 alongside iOS 16.2 and the other software versions for its entire range of products but 15.7.2 is not showing in the Software Update section?
iOS 15.7.2 Not Available On iPhone?
Several readers have reported that this release is not showing up on iPhone although it runs iOS 15.7.1 or earlier:
Kevin writes:
“The new ios 15.7.2 came out today and I can’t update both my iPhone 11 and iPad Pro 9.7 :(. The software update page is still forcing me to download and install ios 16 ( now ios 16.2).”
iPadOS 15.7.2 Not Showing On iPad?
Are you encountering the same issue on iPad running iPadOS 15.7.1? You’re forced to update to iPadOS 16.2, because it’s the only available option?
Scrolling down to the bottom of the page doesn’t display the:
Also available: iOS 15.7.2, similar to when iOS 15.7.1 was available as an alternate update?
Fact: Unfortunately iOS 15.7.2 is only available to iPhone and iPads that are not compatible with iOS 16!
iOS 15.7.2 Compatible iPhones
According to Apple’s support document this update is only available to:
- iPhone 6s (all models)
- iPhone 7 (all models)
- iPhone SE (1st gen.)
- iPod touch (7th gen.)
iOS 15.7.2 Compatible iPads
- iPad Pro (all models)
- iPad Air 2 and later
- iPad 5th gen. and later
- iPad mini 4 and later
Can You Fix iOS 15.7.2 Not Showing On iPhone?
If you’re looking to bypass limitation I can think of two possible options!
Both of them require you to force the iOS 15.7 RC update, which is the last beta version, of 15.7.2 and comes with the same build 19H218, which makes it identical to to the public release:
1. Update Using iOS 15.7.2 ipsw File
This alternative requires you to manually download the iOS 15.7.2 RC ipsw file and update it on your iPhone with the help of a computer (Windows or Mac) and the Finder or iTunes software.
How to: A detailed step-by-step guide is available here. However, first check the list below if iOS 15.7.2 ipsw download links are available for your iPhone or iPad model.
iOS 15.7.2 RC ipsw Download Links
Tap on the link available below to download the file on your computer:
- iPhone 8, iPhone 7 – https://updates.cdn-apple.com/2022FallFCS/fullrestores/012-91805/5531E6FE-EDD1-4A4F-9B8C-4A12A4CD541B/iPhone_4.7_P3_15.7.2_19H218_Restore.ipsw
- iPhone 8 Plus, 7 Plus – https://updates.cdn-apple.com/2022FallFCS/fullrestores/012-91647/699549D0-95C6-4AF0-A1AC-24F523A4CF37/iPhone_5.5_P3_15.7.2_19H218_Restore.ipsw
- Other iPhone models will be updated if available.
iPadOS 15.7.2 RC ipsw Download Links
Tap on the link available below to download the file on your computer:
- iPad Air 2, iPad mini 4 – https://updates.cdn-apple.com/2022FallFCS/fullrestores/012-91738/9BE0A8A9-C322-4A55-98DE-FD4E373D0C36/iPad_64bit_TouchID_15.7.2_19H218_Restore.ipsw
- Other iPhone models will be updated if available.
2. Update Using iOS 15 Beta Profile
iOS 15.7.2 download iPhone 12 Pro
Another option is to download and install the iOS 15 beta profile and update to iOS 15.7.2 RC, over-the-air in Settings:
- 1. Download the iOS 15 Beta Profile from your Apple Developer account or from other third-party websites on the web.
- 2. Install profile and restart iPhone.
- 3. Go for Settings -> General -> Software Update. Does iOS 15.7.2 show up? Tap Download and Install and follow the regular over-the-air update process!
Have you managed to download iOS 15.7.2 on an iOS 16 compatible iPhone or iPad? Do you have a better solution or other questions? Share your feedback in the comments!
Related: If you’re looking to downgrade iOS 16.2 you can still do it using the iOS 15.6 RC loophole!
I tried to install iOS 15.7.2 using above beta profile download method but it’s no use as a user i get “unable to verify update” error no matter how many times I did force reboot and connected to stable wifi network trying to install but no use anyway same error again! Apple is really forcing us to upgrade to that buggy iOS 16. I would rather stick to ios 15 till iOS 17 or even 18 update comes in future.
Thanks for the feedback. Sorry that it did not work. Can you please mention your iPhone model? You could try to restore to 15.7.1 RC, I can share you the ipsw file download link if you tell me the iPhone model.
My model is iPhone 11 and even if you put .ipsw file still can’t be restored as iOS 15.7.1 is not signed and even if i roll back to iOS 15.6 RC also the update will still show up ios 15.7.2 not iOS 15.7.1. So I’m done trying and thanks for your suggestion & help I appreciate your work and patient.
You’re welcome. If you have the time I suggest you to give it a try with iOS 15.7.1 RC. Here is the ipsw link for iPhone 11:
https://updates.cdn-apple.com/2022FallFCS/fullrestores/012-91053/79F28EB1-CAC2-4B9D-A741-B3AFAD237905/iPhone11,8,iPhone12,1_15.7.1_19H115_Restore.ipsw
iOS 15.7.1 shows as still signed for the older iPhone models on ipsw.me and it was available for all iOS 16 devices. Do let us know if you try it out.
can you please share iOS 15.7.1 RC for iPhone 13 Pro
Here you go:
https://updates.cdn-apple.com/2022FallFCS/fullrestores/012-91116/73ED8EED-F915-4955-84E7-5937C8CAE802/iPhone14,2_15.7.1_19H115_Restore.ipsw
Let us know if you manage to downgrade. I don’t think it’s signed anymore. If it isn’t downgrade won’t start anyway when you go for Restore iPhone, so you can safely try it. Of course, perform a backup before starting.
didn’t work, Error
:(
Thanks for confirming.
Not anymore as iOS 15.7.1 stopped signing!
Yes, it did. You can update to iOS 15.7.2 with the help of delayed OTA Configuration Profile.
No luck on this. Says no connection after downloaded it. I’m on XS.
Thanks for the feedback. Sorry to hear this. You can try to restore to iOS 15.7.1 RC. Here is the .ipsw file for your iPhone XS.
P.S.: Haven’t tried it though, so do it at your own risk. If the version isn’t signed anymore the restore process won’t start anyway.
Link for iPhone XS, XS Max, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max only:
https://updates.cdn-apple.com/2022FallFCS/fullrestores/012-91078/C4CE2F3A-5F2A-4DF3-BA5A-648651991F9F/iPhone11,2,iPhone11,4,iPhone11,6,iPhone12,3,iPhone12,5_15.7.1_19H115_Restore.ipsw
Still possible to update to ios 15.7.2 search on google update 15.7.2 rc iphone 13
You must be in supervised mode and have a delay profile
Yes, that’s true. We’re working on a guide for it. Stay tuned.
Translated from Portuguese:
Could you explain better what you are talking about?
“Poderia explicar melhor sobre o que está falando?”
I will waiting
OK. We will post soon and I will update the link here.
Translated from Portuguese:
I can’t find it, do you have a link?
“Não encontrei, tem algum link?”
Yeah i check on Macrumors post from a user how to do it step by step by its a bloody hellish method to do and the Time Machine thing is killing my time. Also u need a PC with paid iMazing or a MacOS with Configurator 2 setup. I better stick with iOS 15.7.1 or wait till apple roll out another RC build in future
We’ve done it on two devices. Once you do it once, it won’t feel that complicated. However, if you don’t have a Mac with Apple Configurator 2, you do need to pay for iMazing on Windows PC indeed. Let us know if you want us to post a tutorial about it.
Thank you for your reply but no thanks I’m fine with iOS 15.7.1 till apple started rolling out iOS 15.7.3. I’m using my daily driver and I don’t want to take any risk losing data.
Hello, can link me ipsw 15.7.2 for iphone Xr?
Unfortunately, it’s not available. We’ve found ipsw links only for the devices already updated.
Can u help me pls. Set beta profile on iphone – downloading 15.7.2, and when i want to install write : update check failed
or maybe 15.7.1?
It has been unsigned, unfortunately.
Yes, unfortunately it won’t validate the update. It only works for iPhone 8 and earlier. Apple is not allowing iPhones and iPads that are compatible to iOS 16 to continue to receive iOS 15 updates.
hey bro i install on my iPhone xr please tell me any perfomance advantage ? any battery advantage same working like official 15.7.2 ? and any issue in this software profile ver ?
i updating !
file downloading now !
any problem fast tell me !
please
and thanks !
You get lots of security fixes if you install iOS 15.7.2.
Yeah but still in RC version tho. So will apple rollout next RC build of iOS 15.7 or is it the End of line for iOS 15?
P.S: Apology for any grammar issues.
RC version of 15.7.2 is identical build with the public release. They will continue to release updates but only for devices unable to run iOS 16.
Too shame as Apple is acting their planned obsolescence via unsigned method. So that they force ppl with old iPhone model too but new One by slowing down in iOS 16 buggy update. At least they should provide 1yr security patch update to old iOS version or release a bug free non battery draining perfectly tested a stable iOS upgrade.
That makes sense. You can still update to iOS 15.7.2 using a delayed OTA configuration profile, but this method might be too complicated for the average user.
I’m not average user ma booi I’m a techie who like Experiments and fun! I did delayed ota to I/Os 15.7.2 & man ! It really worked well!
P.S: Nice to meeting you Mrs.Patricia. We will meet again!
Great. Glad that it worked. Thanks for sharing.
Is the ipsw file iOS 15.7.2 that you share still signed for restore with iTunes or Finder?
Yes, for the devices that are unable to run iOS 16. The others need a delayed OTA configuration profile to be able to get 15.7.2.
Hello, i’m downgrade my iPhone SE 2020 to 15..6 RC from your link. Thanks.
But how to upgrade to 15.7.2?
You can’t. It’s not available for devices that are able to run iOS 16 unless you use a delayed OTA profile.
Okay. But the latest update on SE 2020 is 15.6.1 before 16 release. Is 15.6.1 still possible to update?
No. iOS 15.6 RC is the only signed version. It’s a beta version the Release Candidate.
Thank’s for saving my data dan my phone . Glad to know you
You’re welcome. ;)
Hi there,
I have an iPad Air 2 and since Monday the iPadOS 16.3 version is available for download on it. Since this model is not supported on iPadOS 16 I am assuming that this a (visual) bug. Restarting my device has no effect and even when the device searches Apple Update again it still shows iPadOS 16.3 as the best available update for my device.
Any ideas as how to fix this?
I am currently running 15.7 (19H12) on an iPad Air 2, model MP2H2NF/A.
Thanks for sharing this Dirk. That’s intresting. It might be a bug or Apple silently rolling it out for the iPad Air 2 too. If that’s not your work iPad I would play with it and try to update. If you’re not happy with it you can downgrade to iPadOS 15.6 RC which is currently still signed as shown here:
https://www.iphonetricks.org/downgrade-ipados-16-to-15-how-to-guide/
P.S.: I am planning to bring this on the front page. Would you be so kind and send a photo of the update showing up on your iPad Air 2? Please send it to contact[at]iphonetricks.org
Hello Patricia,
I decided to change my language to English before taking the screenshot so that it’s easier to read for everybody.
After the obligatory restart in order for the change to take effect, the update disappeared. Reverting to my native language and initiating an update search through Apple Update does not bring up any results anymore.
I guess whatever Apple did they fixed it or it fixed itself
Thanks for the follow up. Glad that you managed to get around it.