Originally Posted by
nateohio Just as a side note...how do you set up as a new device? Is there any benefit to doing it through iTunes? I've heard that there have have been issues with OTA updates and I OTA'ed 9.0.2 right when I got the phone.
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This is what I usually do when a new iOS version gets released after I do both an iCloud and iTunes backup.
1. Locate the current .ipsw file on my MacBook and then put it in the trash bin.
2. Put my iPhone in DFU mode.
3. Connect the device to my MacBook and allow iTunes to detect it in recovery.
4. Select "restore and update" to allow iTunes to download and install a fresh full copy of the latest official iOS version for my device.
5. When the process is complete and I'm met with the Welcome screen, I choose to set it up as a new device rather than from a backup.
6. After entering my Wi-Fi passcode, when prompted, I set up iCloud, iMessage, FaceTine as well as log into the iTunes & App Store. I have a separate Apple ID for iCloud and the iTunes & App Store.
7. I then set up my other email accounts.
8. After that, I install my purchased apps
9. Afterwards, I go through each and every setting and make changes according to my likes and needs.
10. I set up my home screens.