| Tethered | Untethered | |----------|-------------| | Device requires a computer to boot up | Device boots normally by itself | | If battery dies, reconnect to PC to reboot | No computer needed after downgrade | | Works fine once booted | Ideal for daily use | | Only downgrade option for iPod touch 5 | Not possible for iOS 6 on this model |
Practical limitations and risks
If you want the iOS 6 look and feel on an iPod touch 5, the closest you can get is theming iOS 8.4.1 (via WinterBoard or Anemone) after downgrading to 8.4.1. True iOS 6 is impossible unless you already saved blobs a decade ago. downgrade ipod touch 5 to ios 6
This guide will walk you through every step, the risks involved, and how to bring your classic iPod back to its former glory. the risks involved