Update your iPhone NOW: Apple releases an urgent security update that fixes a ‘rare’ bug – here’s how to install it on your device
They are some of the popular smartphones around the world, but if you have an iPhone, you must update it immediately.
Apple has released its latest software update, called iOS 18.0.1, which brings ‘important bug fixes’ and ‘security updates’.
Additionally, the new software patch fixes rare bugs that caused the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro to temporarily freeze or freeze.
Cybersecurity experts warn that keeping your older, outdated software could leave you vulnerable to criminal hackers.
To ensure your technology stays safe, here’s how to download the latest update.
They are some of the most popular smartphones in the world, but if you have an iPhone, make sure you update it immediately when Apple releases iOS 18.0.1.
The iOS 18.0.1 update includes “important bug fixes and security updates” for your iPhone
The iOS 18.0.1 update was released last night and is available for the iPhone XS and later.
In the patch notes for the update, Apple says it has fixed an issue where the “touch screen may become temporarily unresponsive under certain conditions on iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro models.”
This will be good news for iPhone 16 users who have reported that their new phones’ screens are often unresponsive since the iOS 18 update.
On X, formerly Twitter, a commenter wrote: ‘iPhone 16 Pro Max is buggy AF! from the touchscreen being unresponsive to the phone switching to a lower refresh rate.
Another commenter wrote, “I spent $1,600 on an iPhone 16 Pro Max, only to see it freeze and crash at least twice a day.”
‘My iPhone 16 pro has been pretty useless since I got it. Freezes, crashes, repeats,” added another.
In addition to fixing this frustrating issue, Apple says the iOS 18.0.1 update will fix a glitch that caused the camera to freeze while recording with the Ultra Wide camera.
The latest iOS 18 update claims to fix two bugs that cause the iPhone 16’s screen and camera app to freeze or crash unexpectedly
Since the release of iOS 18, a number of iPhone 16 customers have reported that their phone’s screens often become unresponsive
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The patch also fixes a bug where “messages may stop unexpectedly when replying to a message with a shared Apple Watch face.”
This update coincides with the release of iPadOS 18.0.1 for the iPad Pro 13-inch, iPad Pro 12.9-inch 3rd generation and later, iPad Pro 11-inch 1st generation and later, iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 7th generation and later, and iPad mini 5th generation and later.’
The release of the iPad update comes after iPadOS 18 was unexpectedly withdrawn after a rare glitch reportedly bricked some M4 iPad Pros.
This will be the first time iPad users can try out many of iOS 18’s new features, like home screen customization and a revamped Control Center.
Even if you don’t experience any of these issues, cybersecurity experts say it’s crucial that you update to the latest software as soon as possible.
Experts say it’s important to update to the latest software as soon as possible to ensure you’re protected from cybercriminals
Jake Moore, global cybersecurity advisor for ESET, told MailOnline: ‘It’s crucial that people ensure their devices are automatically updated to the latest operating system.
“Outdated operating systems may remain vulnerable to attacks as criminals can then use these localized exploits to target people’s data on their phones.”
Mr Moore points out that iOS 18 also includes some major security upgrades, such as a new standalone Passwords app.
“The Passwords app is a much easier way to create and manage all your passwords, passcodes, verification codes and more,” says Mr Moore.
‘It’s all end-to-end encrypted and you can easily create groups and share passwords with those who also need access.’
iPadOS 18.0.1 makes iOS 18 available to iPad for the first time since the update was pulled due to a rare glitch that irreversibly crashed some M4 iPad Pros
To bring your iPhone or iPad to iOS 18.0.1, simply open the Settings app and navigate to the section labeled General.
From here you should see the option for ‘Software Update’ at the top of the screen.
Clicking on this will immediately bring up the option to update to the latest software available.
Alternatively, you may see a notification on the Settings page saying ‘Software update available’. Selecting this will take you to the same update page.
Once you find the update, tap “Update Now” to install the software immediately, or tap “Update Tonight” to install it while your phone charges overnight.
Apple explains: “If you select Update Tonight, iPhone will attempt to update when the device is locked and the battery has sufficient charge.”