Download iPadOS 12.4.8 (16G201) for iPad mini 3 (WiFi)

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 iPad4,7
iPadOS Version 12.4.8
Release Date 2020-07-15
Update Date 2024-06-03
Sha1sum
20e93fe132213d0f300bc8ca9a53ad1099e90eae
Sha256sum
f928ae57858748f1839c4c2619945abe333855c6bbe723bc71bdbd1e24cf938c
md5sum
680fddb38c33e213a361c5205fe25a62
Size 2.75 GB
FileName
iPad_64bit_TouchID_12.4.8_16G201_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 12.4.8 provides important security updates and is recommended for all users.

Some features may not be available for all regions or on all Apple devices. For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website:

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