How to enter DFU Mode on Your iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, 12 Pro and Pro Max

The following method of entering the DFU mode has been used by Apple (by using the same button combination) since the iPhone 8, 8 Plus and X. If you’re coming from an iPhone 7 or earlier, you’ll find this new button combination to be more complicated than before.

Here are the requirements to enter DFU (device firmware update)

  • Windows or Mac computer.
  • Latest version of iTunes installed or if you’re using a Mac, macOS Catalina.
  • Lightning to USB or Lightning to USB-C cable.

Before you begin, you should know that DFU mode erases your iPhone’s data. If you want your photos, texts, documents, or other data saved, you’ll need to back it up through iTunes or iCloud first.

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