Download iPadOS 12.5 (16H20) for iPad mini 2 (Cellular)

You will have to note that you can only restore signed IPSW firmware files using iTunes or 3utools.

❌ This IPSW firmware is not being Signed by Apple

Firmware Identifier iPad4,5
iPadOS Version 12.5
Release Date 2020-12-14
Update Date 2024-06-03
Sha1sum
80020cb688eb7852977bb1c2d50ce599b1d51559
Sha256sum
24b44ef8dbf60ef1b12ad6c6168ccd8a8370d45511d3f00db273378eeee28142
md5sum
3696e1507c106493c4115fdd293cae0b
Size 2.76 GB
FileName
iPad_64bit_12.5_16H20_Restore.ipsw
Status

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Release Notes

It should be noted that these are the official release notes for the from Apple

iOS 12.5 lets you opt-in to the COVID-19 Exposure Notifications system for your iPhone. System availability depends on support from your local public health authority. For more information see covid19.apple.com/contacttracing

This release also provides security updates and is recommended for all users.

For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website:

https://support.apple.com/kb/HT201222