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iOS 10.3.3 Problems: 5 Things You Need to Know

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Apple’s iOS 10.3.3 update delivers bug fixes and security patches, but many iPhone and iPad users continue to complain about a variety of frustrating iOS 10.3.3 problems as we push deeper into 2018.

Like the iOS 10.3.2 update, iOS 10.3.3 aims to improve iOS 10 performance, not harm it. While some iOS 10.3.3 users are reporting improved performance, others are running into battery drain, installation issues, and other performance issues.

With that in mind we want to take a look at the most important things iPhone, iPad and iPod touch owners need to know about the iOS 10.3.3 problems currently plaguing Apple’s mobile devices.

This roundup takes a look at the current state of problems, shows you potential fixes for the most common iOS 10.3.3 issues, and provides some resources that could come in handy if you start to see trouble with your version of iOS 10.3.3.

It also looks at what’s next for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Apple won’t release any more iOS 10 updates which means owners of devices like the iPhone 5 and iPhone 5c can’t rely on Apple for bug fixes going forward.

iOS 10.3.3 Problems

iOS 10.3.3, iOS 10.3.2, and Apple’s other iOS 10 updates are causing problems for many users and the list includes some of the usual suspects.

iOS 10.3.3 users are seeing installation errors, severe battery drain, issues with Wi-Fi connectivity, various Bluetooth issues, Touch ID problems, 3D Touch issues, Hey Siri problems, and issues with first and third-party applications including Facebook and Soundcloud.

We’re also hearing about UI lag on older devices, random reboots, issues with sound, and various problems with the App Store including busted downloads.

Apple’s discussion forums, Reddit, and social media sites like Twitter are still rife with complaints about the iOS 10.3.3 update and the list could continue to grow as more people install Apple’s update.

It’s virtually impossible to predict what kind of performance you’ll see on your phone or tablet and this is precisely why we always recommend doing a some prep work before installing an iOS release, even a small maintenance release like iOS 10.3.3.

We’ve put together a step-by-step process that will take you through the pre-iOS 10.3.3 installation process we used on our iPhones and iPads.

Where to Find Feedback

It’s important to keep tabs on the update’s performance. Part of this is monitoring your version of the update for issues. Part of it is digging into feedback from other iOS 10.3.3 users.

Digging into this ongoing iOS 10.3.3 feedback will alert you to potential iOS 10.3.3 problems and it’ll help you find potential benefits of the iOS 10.3.3 update.

To start you off, we’ve put together some reasons to and not to install the iOS 10.3.3 update on your device right now. If you’re on the fence about making the move to iOS 10.3.3, start there.

We’ve taken a look at iOS 10.3.3 on the iPhone 7, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5, and iPad. If you need some quick feedback about performance, head there.

As always, we also recommend keeping an eye on YouTube, Apple’s discussion forums, social media sites like Twitter/Facebook, and the MacRumors forums for additional feedback about the current version of iOS 10.

How to Fix iOS 10.3.3 Problems

If you run into an iOS 10.3.3 problem on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch, there’s no need to panic. Chances are, you’ll be able to fix your issue from the confines of your home or office.

Before you take your iPhone or iPad down to an Apple Store or carrier store you’ll want to try to fix your issue(s) manually.

We’ve put together a list of the most common iOS 10 problems and fixes and it’s a great place to start if you’re in trouble.

We also recently released a list of tips that could help you improve your device’s performance. Some of these will take seconds to complete, others are a little more involved.

If you’re unable to find a fix for your issue there, you should go to Apple’s discussion forums for help. There are tons of helpful users there.

If Apple’s forums don’t help, you can get in contact with Apple Support via Twitter or the company’s website.

If that doesn’t work, schedule an appointment to see a Genius at a local Apple Store.

iOS 10.3.3 Downgrade Closed

Apple is no longer signing off on iOS 10.3.2 which means you can no longer downgrade in an effort to fix the problems you’re seeing on iOS 10.3.3. You can’t downgrade to anything older than iOS 10.3.2 either.

This change is permanent. Apple won’t magically open the iOS 10.3.2 update back up to iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch users. Once you make the upgrade to iOS 10/iOS 10.3.3 you’re stuck unless you’re able to move your device to iOS 11 or iOS 12 beta.

If you’re curious about the downgrade process and how it works, take a look at our detailed walkthrough.

What’s Next

The iOS 10.3.3 is the last version of iOS 10 which means iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, and iPad 4 users won’t get any more bug fixes from Apple.

The most up-to-date version of iOS is iOS 11.4. iOS 11.4 is compatible with iPhone 5s and above, iPad mini 2 and above, iPad 5 and above, iPad Air and up, 9.7-inch iPad Pro and up, and the sixth-gen iPod touch.

Apple’s iOS 11 update is full of features, tweaks, and enhancements but it’s also plagued with many of the same problems affecting iOS 10.3.3 users so you’ll want to be careful if you decide to upgrade.

The company’s also testing an iOS 12 update ahead of an official release this fall. Like iOS 11, iOS 12 comes with a long list of changes including performance improvements for older devices.

iOS 12 will be limited to devices capable of running iOS 11 which means the iPhone 5s and iPad mini 2 make the cut.

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