Would you like to try out iOS 7’s flat user interface, Control Center, latest multitasking view and other interesting features on your old iOS device? In the past, Whitedoor has done that and the latest version is all set to bring iOS 7 to iPhone 2G, 3G and iPod Touch 1G, 2G devices.
Whitedoor, is an awesome tool that creates custom IPSW file (Apple Software Update file extension) to flash it on to any iOS device that is not compatible with iOS 7 operating system. And when the custom file is flashed, it brings the popular features and UI components of iOS 7 to your device. It means, your old iPhone would be decorated with the latest iOS 7 interface, card based App switcher, the new Control Center, Notification Center and Lock screen.
Disclaimer: Please try out the below steps at your own risk, as Techglimpse is not responsible for any damage that may cause during the process.
How to install iOS 7 on Older iPhone and iPod Touch?
- Step 1: Backup your device first. This should be the first step before you Jailbreak or modify the base operating system.
- Step 2: Download Redsn0w.
- Step 3: If your device is carrier unlocked, then jump to Whitedoor site from your computer,
- Step 4: Under appropriate device pull down menu, choose the desktop operating system and click Download button on the next page.
- Step 4: The above step will take you to another page where, select ‘Normal’ firmware (IPSW).
- Step 5: If you are willing to hack an iPhone during the Whitedoor installation process, then you should download ‘Unlocker’ version of IPSW file.
- Step 6: After the successful download, place your device in Pwned DFU mode via redsn0w. You will find more options under ‘Extras’ tab of redsnow. Click and proceed with the on-screen instructions.
- Step 7: You are ready to flash the IPSW file on your device using iTunes. To do that, hold on the Shift key, hit ‘Restore’ button and select IPSW file.
- Step 8: Restart iPhone when the flash is successful.
Remember, Whitedoor will automatically Jailbreak your device, so you will see Cydia icon on your device’s home screen. Interestingly, the performance of your device will not be affected while running iOS 7’s new interface.
If you are someone who loves to play with your device and get some lovely interface of Apple’s latest mobile operating system, then Whitedoor is a must try.
