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Wireless Firmware Restoration in iPhone 16: iPhone 16 models will have wireless restoration of firmware, removing the need for a Mac or PC for recovery.
Inclusion of RecoveryOS: Similar to Apple Watch and Apple TV, iPhone 16 features RecoveryOS, which enables users to restore firmware wirelessly from another iOS device like an iPhone or iPad.
Recovery Process: iPhone 16 in Recovery Mode can restore firmware wirelessly from another iOS 18 iPhone or iPad nearby.
No Need for Mac or PC: This new system eliminates the need for traditional methods like connecting the iPhone to a Mac or PC for firmware recovery, simplifying the process for users.
Special Recovery Partition in iPhone 16: iPhone 16 models have a special recovery partition that can handle the process independently, even if the main iOS partition is not booted.
Limited to iPhone 16 Models for Now: While any iOS 18 device can help restore a bricked iPhone 16, only iPhone 16 models currently support full wireless recovery.
Future Potential: It's unclear if this feature needs new hardware or will work on older iPhones. Apple hasn't confirmed yet.