A Backdoor to stay on iOS 14 and still get patches!
According to sources, iOS will now provide users with the option of choosing among 2 software upgrade versions in the Settings screen. Users may choose between updating to iOS 15 or staying on iOS 14 and receiving crucial security upgrades. As per 9to5 Mac, the iOS 15 upgrade will appear in the Settings screen as an optional update. Users can disable the automated installation of the latest OS as well as continue to keep iOS 14 on their smartphones. Users will receive security fixes for iOS 14 rather than iOS 15 upgrades in the software Upgrade screen if the options are enabled. Users must follow the procedures below to stay on iOS 14:
— On your iPhone, iPod, or iPad, open the Settings app.
— Select the General option from the drop-down menu.
— Select software Update from the drop-down menu.
— Select Automatic Updates from the drop-down menu.
— Turn off the option to receive & apply iOS updates automatically.
However, a stable version of iOS 15 must be installed later on in order to enjoy the amazing new features.