Apple launched iOS 18.4 for iPhone users last week. This update introduced Priority Notifications, a set of new emojis, an Ambient Music feature, and more. Currently, Apple is focusing on iOS 18.4.1, which is aimed at addressing bugs.
iOS 18.4.1 on the horizon
New insights into iOS 18.4.1 have emerged through analytics data observed by DMN and our colleagues over at MacRumors. This suggests that Apple is intensifying the testing phase of the update ahead of its public release, which might happen as early as this week.
While there are no specific details on new features for iOS 18.4.1, it is expected to concentrate on bug fixes and enhancements in performance. For example, several iPhone users have reported significant issues with CarPlay since upgrading to iOS 18.4 last week. Additionally, users on Reddit have indicated a decline in battery life and thermal performance with iOS 18.4 compared to iOS 18.3.2. Some have also noted that the update unexpectedly restored apps they had previously deleted on their devices.
Have you noticed any bugs after updating your iPhone to iOS 18.4 last week? Feel free to share your experiences in the comments below. iOS 18.5 is also undergoing beta testing, though it does not introduce any major changes.
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