Apple has released iOS 18.6 and iPadOS 18.6, two updates that bring numerous security fixes and improvements. Most users hate updates, but Apple updates aren't just visual improvements or new features; they're fundamentally designed to ensure the security of your device and your personal data.
In a move aimed at enhancing the security of its users, Apple has released iOS 18.6, which includes more than 20 security fixes. This update corrects some bugs and addresses critical vulnerabilities that could put users' data and privacy at risk, making it a must-have update for all iPhone users.
There are updates for all Apple systems and updates for iOS 17, macOS 14, and macOS 13 as well.
What's new in iOS 18.6, according to Apple
- Important security improvements and bug fixes to protect your device and improve performance.
- Fixed an issue in the Photos app that prevented sharing of Memories clips.
- Improved experience of downloading apps from outside the App Store (for EU users).
- Fixes an issue in VoiceOver that could reveal the PIN while speaking it aloud.
- Improved display of the privacy indicator when using the camera or microphone.
- Fixed bugs in AFClip and CFNetwork libraries that could cause crashes.
- Fixed a bug in the CoreAudio library when playing malicious audio files.
- Fixed a bug in the CoreMedia library that could cause the app to close unexpectedly or cause memory corruption when playing malicious audio files.
- The update also includes eight fixes related to WebKit, which could expose sensitive user information and cause Safari to crash and memory corruption.
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.
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After the update is finished, the device will restart. After several steps, the update will be completed.
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