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| Release Date | January 26, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Upload Date | January 22, 2026 |
| Filename | af5fde5e97bd6585def1a57000c9f4b803fe7348.zip |
| Filesize | 2.1 GiB |
| Identifier | iPad4,6 |
This update extends the certificate required by features such as iMessage, FaceTime, and device activation to continue working after January 2027.
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