Apple released iOS 18.1.1 and iPadOS 18.1.1 yesterday, at an unusually late time, two minor updates to iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 that debuted earlier in September. iOS 18.1.1 and iPadOS 18.1.1 come three weeks after the release of iOS 18.1. According to Apple’s release notes, iOS 18.1.1 brings important security fixes and is recommended for all users.
This update is important and it seems to be a vulnerability that is being exploited so even older devices Apple has also released iOS 17.7.2 for devices that are still running iOS 17.
What's new in iOS 18.1.1, according to Apple
- This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users.
Before updating, make sure to take a backup copy of the contents of your device, whether on iCloud or on the iTunes application
To update your device, take the following steps ...
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Go to Settings -> General -> Software Update, it will show you that an update is available.
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You can click on Learn more to view the update details
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To download the update, you must connect to Wi-Fi. It is preferable to connect your device to the charger, then press the “Update Now” button.
The passcode entry screen will appear.
You may see the Terms and Conditions screen, accept them.
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After the update is finished, the device will restart. After several steps, the update will be completed.
