Apple's iPhone software v2.0 available early for brave users

***AppleInsider*** · 07-10-2008, 10:19 AM

Although Apple has yet to officially release iPhone Software v2.0, readers have discovered an active download link that will allow you to manually download and then install the update on your current iPhone ahead of time. Included is a step-by-step guide on how to update your iPhone using the file download.

How to obtain iPhone Software v2.0 early

AppleInsider reader Jared notes that the new software can be obtained from this link [225MB]. The build number of the software is "5A347," slightly newer than build "5A345" that was discovered to be running on iPhone demo units that began making their way to Apple and AT&T retail stores a bit earlier in the week.

If you download the software from the above link, you will need to manually tell iTunes to use the file that that you just downloaded, as iTunes will be unaware of its location on your hard drive. To do this, select your iPhone in iTunes to bring up the iPhone summary tab, then simply hold down the "option" key on your Mac or PC while selecting the "Check for Update" button. Then select the "iPhone1,2_2.0_5A347_Restore.ipsw" file from your hard drive.

For most users, the file will download as a "iPhone1,2_2.0_5A347_Restore.ipsw.zip". In this case, you must rename the file to "iPhone1,2_2.0_5A347_Restore.ipsw" by deleting the ".zip" from the file name, but do not unzip the file yourself. (iTunes will unzip the file once you select it.) After you rename the file, if everything went right, its icon should change to a lego-looking iTunes installer module (below) and you can then select it in iTunes as described above.

AppleInsider forum member irnchriz notes that if you download the software using a Mac, Safari automatically extracts the zip file and puts the original zip file in the trash. If this is the case, drag the "iPhone1,2_2.0_5A347_Restore.ipsw.zip" file from the trash and remove the ".zip" file extension from the file name as mentioned above. You can then select the file in iTunes as mentioned above.

Before you update

Before updating, however, it's imperative that you review Apple's support document on Updating and restoring iPhone and iPod touch software.

Apple notes that: Normally if you choose to update, the iPhone or iPod touch software is updated but your settings and media are not affected. If your device currently has a software version prior to 2.0 (1.x) and you are updating to software version 2.0 or later, all data on your device will be erased in order to perform install the new software. In this case, iTunes will offer to create a one-time media backup of your device depending on what content is on your device and what content is stored in the iTunes Library you are connected to. You should ensure that you have enough free space on your Mac or PC to accommodate a backup that matches the capacity of your iPhone or iPod touch (4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, or 32 GB) if you proceed with the this backup."

"If you choose to restore, all data is erased from iPhone or iPod touch, including songs, videos, contacts, photos, calendar information, and any other data. All iPhone or iPod touch settings are restored to their factory condition. Whenever you update or restore your iPhone or iPod touch software, Apple highly recommends that you perform a sync prior to the update in order to back up any changes since your last sync. If you have movie rentals on the device, see this document before restoring."

After you update

After you update your iPhone with iPhone Software 2.0, which takes about 10 minutes, the iPhone will restart and disappear from iTunes. For about 10-20 seconds it will appear as if your iPhone is inactive or bricked. Don't panic. Wait 10 seconds and it should re-appear in iTunes and reactivate itself. At this point, iTunes should display a dialog like the one below, asking if you'd now like to restore all the information that was on your iPhone before iPhone Software 2.0 wiped it clean to perform the install. The restore process will take several minutes, at least, depending on how much content you had on your iPhone.

Once iTunes has performed the data restore, you should see a dialog box appear like the one below. After that, iTunes will sync back the media files from your iTunes library. Your iPhone is then good to go with the new version of iPhone Software.

Note: When updating to iPhone Software 2.0 via the file downloaded link provided above, iTunes did not ask to perform a data backup prior to installation as Apple's support document suggested. Instead, it performed a backup automatically without prompting.

iPhone Configuration Web Utility 1.0

Apple has also released iPhone Configuration Web Utility 1.0 for Mac OS X and Windows.

iPhone Configuration Web Utility lets you easily create, sign and distribute configuration profiles using a web browser.

Configuration profiles are XML files that contain device security policies, VPN configuration information, Wi-Fi settings, APN settings, Exchange account settings, mail settings, and certificates that permit iPhone and iPod touch to work with your enterprise systems.

For instructions on how to use iPhone Configuration Web Utility, see the iPhone and iPod touch Enterprise Deployment Guide.

Other notes

The version of iPhone Software v2.0 linked in this article cannot be installed on an iPod touch. Apple will charge iPod touch users a $10 upgrade fee for the software. iPod touch users should be able to officially upgrade sometime later today.

If restoring with the most recent version of iTunes does not work, Apple recommends reading this support document.

A complete rundown of features in iPhone Software 2.0 were covered previously.

[ View this article at AppleInsider.com ]

pairof9s · 07-10-2008, 10:48 AM

I don't have the stomach for this!

Pupator · 07-10-2008, 10:52 AM

Downloaded the restore file: 85.2MB (Though it said it was 200+ throughout the download), but iTunes won't install it.

I get error 1403.

ibmman69 · 07-10-2008, 10:52 AM

Stupid question, can I install this on an ipod touch?

irnchriz · 07-10-2008, 10:54 AM

Got it, installed it, works fine.

Installed a load of apps from the store and its all cool.

One note, if you do download this using your Mac, Safari automatically extracts the contents and puts the original file in the trash.

Drag the file from the trash and remove the .zip file extension leaving just .ipsw then option click the check for update box in itunes for your iPhone.

This is for the iPhone only the iPod touch requires a paid for update.

sapporobaby · 07-10-2008, 10:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ibmman69

Stupid question, can I install this on an ipod touch?

Never mind.

***Kasper*** · 07-10-2008, 11:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sapporobaby

Yes a dumb question as it says in the article that it will not install on an iPod Touch. Read all the way down next time.

No, I just added that. It wasn't his fault. That wasn't clear a minute ago. =P

K

chriskeo · 07-10-2008, 11:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AppleInsider

The version of iPhone Software v2.0 linked in this article cannot be installed on an iPod touch. Apple will charge iPod touch users a $10 upgrade fee for the software. iPod touch users should be able to officially upgrade sometime later today.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ibmman69

Stupid question, can I install this on an ipod touch?

For those of you that don't read i put this by itself for the people who thought this was there chance to save $9.99

hotel17 · 07-10-2008, 11:02 AM

will this work on a unlocked & jailbreaked iphone 1.1.4??

chriskeo · 07-10-2008, 11:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kasper

No, I just added that. It wasn't his fault. That wasn't clear a minute ago. =P

K

How do you know that it will be available for the iPod touch later today?

solsun · 07-10-2008, 11:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotel17

will this work on a unlocked & jailbreaked iphone 1.1.4??

Try it and let us know!

slavik · 07-10-2008, 11:04 AM

Please do not attempt, there's only one day left until everything is official.. I tryed it and not I have to restore my iPhone

Knowlton · 07-10-2008, 11:06 AM

I am holding in the option key (alt) and clicking the update button yet is is just saying "you have the current version 1.14"

Any help?

sapporobaby · 07-10-2008, 11:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slavik

Please do not attempt, there's only one day left until everything is official.. I tryed it and not I have to restore my iPhone

Dude, maybe you are having a problem. If people want to try it they will. Others have reported that it works.

Apple also released a configuration tool as well.

slavik · 07-10-2008, 11:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sapporobaby

Dude, maybe you are having a problem. If people want to try it they will. Others have reported that it works.

Apple also released a configuration tool as well.

yeah now I'm thinking that i havent read all the instructions

Hardyman · 07-10-2008, 11:11 AM

Gonna be late for work now...

sapporobaby · 07-10-2008, 11:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slavik

yeah now I'm thinking that i havent read all the instructions

Take a deep breath. Relax a bit and try it again. I am pretty sure you are excited. I know I am.

Cheers

Pupator · 07-10-2008, 11:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Knowlton

I am holding in the option key (alt) and clicking the update button yet is is just saying "you have the current version 1.14"

Any help?

Click "restore" instead of update.

slavik · 07-10-2008, 11:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sapporobaby

Take a deep breath. Relax a bit and try it again. I am pretty sure you are excited. I know I am.

Cheers

Now I'm hoping that my iphone will be restored before I have to leave to school lol... but i will try after

sapporobaby · 07-10-2008, 11:14 AM

On a somewhat related note. Mobileme is not up yet. They are late. I tried it earlier and connected but it timed out.

Ireland · 07-10-2008, 11:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotel17

will this work on a unlocked & jailbreaked iphone 1.1.4??

Ireland · 07-10-2008, 11:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sapporobaby

On a somewhat related note. Mobileme is not up yet. They are late. I tried it earlier and connected but it timed out.

It's up, down, left, right, in, out and back again. It should be up solid by tomorrow. I'm got sick of checking, succeeding, failing and trying again.

ad4m.phillips · 07-10-2008, 11:24 AM

i've applied the update and my iPhone version is 2.0 (5A347)

i didn't have to unzip the folder just command-clicked the update and selected it. Ran smoothly and then restored the phone with everything on it that was there before version 2.0. flawless

amerist · 07-10-2008, 11:25 AM

This thing took about 20 minutes to install. Made me late for work. It's all worth it though.

PANDORA FTW!

Knowlton · 07-10-2008, 11:26 AM

Well I clicked restore while holding down ALT and it just restored my iPhone.

I did install itunes 7.7

O4BlackWRX · 07-10-2008, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Knowlton

Well I clicked restore while holding down ALT and it just restored my iPhone.

I did install itunes 7.7

It's the OPTION key instead, I am currently updating me & so far so good. Like amerist said it takes about 20 minutes to prepare and then restore it.

rooster69 · 07-10-2008, 11:30 AM

Installed on Vista 64. upgrade went fine.

CTRL + SHIFT on PC on left side.

Last_Restraint · 07-10-2008, 11:35 AM

I am also confused on how to get past my PC's Alt problem. I hold down alt and press check for updates and am not given a chance to access my hard drive. Also using the RESTORE just leads to a back up pop up, i don't see how if i press, cancel, back up , or no back up will do anything to access my hard drive. Can someone help me get around this road block? Thanks!!

wprowe · 07-10-2008, 11:36 AM

I tried the upgrade without a connection to the internet. It locked my phone with a message that it cannot connect to Apple. I will have to leave the office once meetings are over to find a Wi-Fi connection so I can complete the process. Bottom line, make sure you have an internet connection before trying this.

Last_Restraint · 07-10-2008, 11:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rooster69

Installed on Vista 64. upgrade went fine.

CTRL + SHIFT on PC on left side.

Got it thanks!!

solipsism · 07-10-2008, 11:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by solsun

Try it and let us know!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pupator

Downloaded the restore file: 85.2MB (Though it said it was 200+ throughout the download), but iTunes won't install it.

I get error 1403.

The file is 225MB, you only have 85MB. Until you download the complete file it's not going to install.

screth · 07-10-2008, 11:51 AM

worked great for me. I had a jailbroken 1.1.3 and updated to 1.1.4 before doing the 2.0 just to be safe

sapporobaby · 07-10-2008, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by screth

worked great for me. I had a jailbroken 1.1.3 and updated to 1.1.4 before doing the 2.0 just to be safe

Do any of the jailbreakers work?

blazinrayzin · 07-10-2008, 11:53 AM

Use the Shift Key instead of ALT. That seemed to work for me.

Knowlton · 07-10-2008, 11:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rooster69

Installed on Vista 64. upgrade went fine.

CTRL + SHIFT on PC on left side.

Thanks worked great

shanmugam · 07-10-2008, 11:56 AM

downloaded and installed ...

everything is fine.

Super Monkey Ball RULEZ!!!

AIM works like charm ....

shanmugam · 07-10-2008, 11:58 AM

Update takes a while to complete everything, i guess may be because of firmware upgrade takes looooong time ....

landscape to portrait did not work restart of the iPhone required - after that i can see Scientific calculator

can not figure out how to configure exchange ... it says certification failed... i guess my company does not support iPhone yet

Last_Restraint · 07-10-2008, 12:08 PM

It worked for me so I can vouch for the validity of the download.

Last_Restraint · 07-10-2008, 12:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shanmugam

downloaded and installed ...

everything is fine.

Super Monkey Ball RULEZ!!!

AIM works like charm ....

Is Super Monkey Ball worth the ten bucks?

sapporobaby · 07-10-2008, 12:11 PM

Has anyone installed the remote? Will it install on the iPod Touch 1.1.4 or is 2.0 required?

07-10-2008, 10:19 AM	#1
*AppleInsider* Kasper's Automated Slave Join Date: Nov 1997 Posts: 6,152	Apple's iPhone software v2.0 available early for brave users Although Apple has yet to officially release iPhone Software v2.0, readers have discovered an active download link that will allow you to manually download and then install the update on your current iPhone ahead of time. Included is a step-by-step guide on how to update your iPhone using the file download. How to obtain iPhone Software v2.0 early AppleInsider reader Jared notes that the new software can be obtained from this link [225MB]. The build number of the software is "5A347," slightly newer than build "5A345" that was discovered to be running on iPhone demo units that began making their way to Apple and AT&T retail stores a bit earlier in the week. If you download the software from the above link, you will need to manually tell iTunes to use the file that that you just downloaded, as iTunes will be unaware of its location on your hard drive. To do this, select your iPhone in iTunes to bring up the iPhone summary tab, then simply hold down the "option" key on your Mac or PC while selecting the "Check for Update" button. Then select the "iPhone1,2_2.0_5A347_Restore.ipsw" file from your hard drive. For most users, the file will download as a "iPhone1,2_2.0_5A347_Restore.ipsw.zip". In this case, you must rename the file to "iPhone1,2_2.0_5A347_Restore.ipsw" by deleting the ".zip" from the file name, but do not unzip the file yourself. (iTunes will unzip the file once you select it.) After you rename the file, if everything went right, its icon should change to a lego-looking iTunes installer module (below) and you can then select it in iTunes as described above. AppleInsider forum member irnchriz notes that if you download the software using a Mac, Safari automatically extracts the zip file and puts the original zip file in the trash. If this is the case, drag the "iPhone1,2_2.0_5A347_Restore.ipsw.zip" file from the trash and remove the ".zip" file extension from the file name as mentioned above. You can then select the file in iTunes as mentioned above. Before you update Before updating, however, it's imperative that you review Apple's support document on Updating and restoring iPhone and iPod touch software. Apple notes that: Normally if you choose to update, the iPhone or iPod touch software is updated but your settings and media are not affected. If your device currently has a software version prior to 2.0 (1.x) and you are updating to software version 2.0 or later, all data on your device will be erased in order to perform install the new software. In this case, iTunes will offer to create a one-time media backup of your device depending on what content is on your device and what content is stored in the iTunes Library you are connected to. You should ensure that you have enough free space on your Mac or PC to accommodate a backup that matches the capacity of your iPhone or iPod touch (4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, or 32 GB) if you proceed with the this backup." "If you choose to restore, all data is erased from iPhone or iPod touch, including songs, videos, contacts, photos, calendar information, and any other data. All iPhone or iPod touch settings are restored to their factory condition. Whenever you update or restore your iPhone or iPod touch software, Apple highly recommends that you perform a sync prior to the update in order to back up any changes since your last sync. If you have movie rentals on the device, see this document before restoring." After you update After you update your iPhone with iPhone Software 2.0, which takes about 10 minutes, the iPhone will restart and disappear from iTunes. For about 10-20 seconds it will appear as if your iPhone is inactive or bricked. Don't panic. Wait 10 seconds and it should re-appear in iTunes and reactivate itself. At this point, iTunes should display a dialog like the one below, asking if you'd now like to restore all the information that was on your iPhone before iPhone Software 2.0 wiped it clean to perform the install. The restore process will take several minutes, at least, depending on how much content you had on your iPhone. Once iTunes has performed the data restore, you should see a dialog box appear like the one below. After that, iTunes will sync back the media files from your iTunes library. Your iPhone is then good to go with the new version of iPhone Software. Note: When updating to iPhone Software 2.0 via the file downloaded link provided above, iTunes did not ask to perform a data backup prior to installation as Apple's support document suggested. Instead, it performed a backup automatically without prompting. iPhone Configuration Web Utility 1.0 Apple has also released iPhone Configuration Web Utility 1.0 for Mac OS X and Windows. iPhone Configuration Web Utility lets you easily create, sign and distribute configuration profiles using a web browser. Configuration profiles are XML files that contain device security policies, VPN configuration information, Wi-Fi settings, APN settings, Exchange account settings, mail settings, and certificates that permit iPhone and iPod touch to work with your enterprise systems. For instructions on how to use iPhone Configuration Web Utility, see the iPhone and iPod touch Enterprise Deployment Guide. Other notes The version of iPhone Software v2.0 linked in this article cannot be installed on an iPod touch. Apple will charge iPod touch users a $10 upgrade fee for the software. iPod touch users should be able to officially upgrade sometime later today. If restoring with the most recent version of iTunes does not work, Apple recommends reading this support document. A complete rundown of features in iPhone Software 2.0 were covered previously. [ View this article at AppleInsider.com ]

07-10-2008, 10:48 AM	#2
pairof9s Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: South Carolina Posts: 58	Ouch!!! I don't have the stomach for this!

07-10-2008, 10:52 AM	#3
Pupator Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Columbus, NC Posts: 2	I downloaded but it won't install. Downloaded the restore file: 85.2MB (Though it said it was 200+ throughout the download), but iTunes won't install it. I get error 1403.

07-10-2008, 11:25 AM	#24
amerist Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 62	Wyrx for me This thing took about 20 minutes to install. Made me late for work. It's all worth it though. PANDORA FTW!

07-10-2008, 11:30 AM	#27
rooster69 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 1	App Store works, Lost Visual Voice Mail Installed on Vista 64. upgrade went fine. CTRL + SHIFT on PC on left side.

07-10-2008, 10:52 AM	#4
ibmman69 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 1	Stupid question, can I install this on an ipod touch?

07-10-2008, 10:54 AM	#5
irnchriz Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 308	Got it, installed it, works fine. Installed a load of apps from the store and its all cool. One note, if you do download this using your Mac, Safari automatically extracts the contents and puts the original file in the trash. Drag the file from the trash and remove the .zip file extension leaving just .ipsw then option click the check for update box in itunes for your iPhone. This is for the iPhone only the iPod touch requires a paid for update.

07-10-2008, 11:02 AM	#9
hotel17 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 1	will this work on a unlocked & jailbreaked iphone 1.1.4??

07-10-2008, 11:04 AM	#12
slavik Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 3	Please do not attempt, there's only one day left until everything is official.. I tryed it and not I have to restore my iPhone

07-10-2008, 11:06 AM	#13
Knowlton Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 11	I am holding in the option key (alt) and clicking the update button yet is is just saying "you have the current version 1.14" Any help?

07-10-2008, 11:11 AM	#16
Hardyman Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 5	Gonna be late for work now...

07-10-2008, 11:14 AM	#20
sapporobaby Privileges Revoked Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Currently where I am located. Posts: 1,067	On a somewhat related note. Mobileme is not up yet. They are late. I tried it earlier and connected but it timed out.

07-10-2008, 11:24 AM	#23
ad4m.phillips Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 35	i've applied the update and my iPhone version is 2.0 (5A347) i didn't have to unzip the folder just command-clicked the update and selected it. Ran smoothly and then restored the phone with everything on it that was there before version 2.0. flawless

07-10-2008, 11:26 AM	#25
Knowlton Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 11	Well I clicked restore while holding down ALT and it just restored my iPhone. I did install itunes 7.7

07-10-2008, 11:35 AM	#28
Last_Restraint Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 6	I am also confused on how to get past my PC's Alt problem. I hold down alt and press check for updates and am not given a chance to access my hard drive. Also using the RESTORE just leads to a back up pop up, i don't see how if i press, cancel, back up , or no back up will do anything to access my hard drive. Can someone help me get around this road block? Thanks!!

07-10-2008, 11:36 AM	#29
wprowe Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 19	Network Connection Required I tried the upgrade without a connection to the internet. It locked my phone with a message that it cannot connect to Apple. I will have to leave the office once meetings are over to find a Wi-Fi connection so I can complete the process. Bottom line, make sure you have an internet connection before trying this.

07-10-2008, 11:51 AM	#32
screth Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 7	worked great for me. I had a jailbroken 1.1.3 and updated to 1.1.4 before doing the 2.0 just to be safe

07-10-2008, 11:53 AM	#34
blazinrayzin Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 3	Windows 2.0 Update Use the Shift Key instead of ALT. That seemed to work for me.

07-10-2008, 11:56 AM	#36
shanmugam Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 1,196	downloaded and installed ... everything is fine. Super Monkey Ball RULEZ!!! AIM works like charm .... 13.3" Core Duo MB Black \| 500 GB WD Scorpio Blue \| 2GB RAM \| 10.5.6 \| Viewsonic VX2255wmb 22" LCD 16GB iPhone 3G

07-10-2008, 11:58 AM	#37
shanmugam Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 1,196	Update takes a while to complete everything, i guess may be because of firmware upgrade takes looooong time .... landscape to portrait did not work restart of the iPhone required - after that i can see Scientific calculator can not figure out how to configure exchange ... it says certification failed... i guess my company does not support iPhone yet 13.3" Core Duo MB Black \| 500 GB WD Scorpio Blue \| 2GB RAM \| 10.5.6 \| Viewsonic VX2255wmb 22" LCD 16GB iPhone 3G Last edited by shanmugam; 07-10-2008 at 12:08 PM..

07-10-2008, 12:08 PM	#38
Last_Restraint Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 6	It worked for me so I can vouch for the validity of the download.

07-10-2008, 12:11 PM	#40
sapporobaby Privileges Revoked Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Currently where I am located. Posts: 1,067	Has anyone installed the remote? Will it install on the iPod Touch 1.1.4 or is 2.0 required?

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