10 Things to Do Before Installing iOS 9.1

Apple’s iOS 9.1 update for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch is finally here and it brings new emojis and bug fixes to the company’s new operating system. While you might be tempted to install right away, there are some things you’ll want to do before installing iOS 9.1 on your device.

In September, shortly after the iPhone 6s launch event, Apple confirmed the first milestone update for iOS 9. The update, iOS 9.1, arrived in beta form for developers and testers on September 11th. The beta didn’t confirm an iOS 9.1 release date but it did confirm many of the update’s features.

Today, after the release of several iOS 9.1 betas, Apple’s taken the update out of testing and released it to the public delivering new emojis, security patches, and bug fixes for iOS 9 problems to devices capable of running the new operating system.

iOS 9.1 replaces the company’s iOS 9.0.2 update and it represents the first milestone upgrade for Apple’s iOS 9 software. It’s an extensive update and one that iPhone and iPad users will want to consider as we move away from today’s roll out.

There’s a lot to like about iOS 9.1 but there’s also a potential for problems. iOS updates, especially big ones like iOS 9.1, have the potential to hurt the performance on your device. And that’s why we always recommend doing some prep work before you install.

If you’re new to Apple’s iOS software or you just want to play it safe with the iOS 9.1 update, follow these pre-installation tips. They’ll help you get you, and your device, ready for the iOS 9.1 update in no time at all.

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