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iOS 12 Problems: 5 Things You Need to Know
Apple’s iOS 12.5.6 update is causing issues for some iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch owners
iOS 12.5.6 is an extremely small update, but some users are running into big problems after installing Apple’s latest iOS 12 firmware.
iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch users are dealing with installation issues, abnormal battery drain, lag, connectivity issues, and problems with Touch ID. These are all common iOS problems and most of them can be fixed in minutes.
In this guide to iOS 12.5.6 problems we’ll take you through the most glaring issues. Our walkthrough will also show you where to find potential fixes for the most common iOS 12 problems and direct you to a few resources that could come in handy if and when you run into trouble.
We’ll also touch on the state of the iOS 12 downgrade and a few things you can expect from Apple and the next version of iOS.
iOS 12.5.6 Problems
While some iOS 12.5.6 problems are brand new, others have carried over from previous versions of iOS 12.
The iOS 12.5.6 download is getting stuck on some iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch models. If this happens, you’ll want to hard reset your device. This usually resolves the problem and gets the download moving again.
We’re also seeing reports about Wi-Fi and Bluetooth issues, GPS problems, 3D Touch problems, landscape problems, user interface lag, lockups, freezes, app crashes, and AirPlay problems.
Months ago, Apple acknowledged a widespread, extremely problematic, eavesdropping FaceTime issue impacting several versions of iOS 12 (iOS 12.1-iOS 12.1.3).
In a nutshell, the bug lets you call someone via FaceTime and hear the audio coming from their phone before they pick up the phone.
Apple addressed the problem in iOS 12.1.4 and those who want to continue using Group FaceTime must download a newer version of iOS 12 for it to work. The feature is permanently disabled on iOS 12.1-iOS 12.1.3.
Some iOS 12.1.4 users were still having issues with Group FaceTime, but Apple’s iOS 12.2 update fixed them. If you’re running software older than iOS 12.2, make sure you download iOS 12.5.6. The fixes from iOS 12.2 are baked into your upgrade.
If you’re running iOS software older than iOS 12.2, you must download iOS 12.5.6 if you want to use Group FaceTime.
If you haven’t downloaded iOS 12.5.6 yet, we recommend preparing your device for the download. A little prep can go a long way toward preventing problems.
To assist you we’ve put together a step-by-step pre-installation process and our checklist will take you through the most important things you need to do before you install iOS 12.5.6.
Where to Find Feedback
If you’re running iOS 12.5.6 or you’re thinking about upgrading, it’s important to dig into feedback from those using the updates. This feedback will alert you to potential problems and potential benefits as well.
We’ve released our list of reasons to and not to install the iOS 12.5.6 update right now and it will help get you started. If you’re on the fence about making the move to iOS 12.5.6, this is a good starting point.
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.
How to Fix iOS 12 Problems
Some iOS 12.5.6 problems can be fixed in minutes.
If you’re running into trouble on iOS 12.5.6, there’s no need to panic. We’ve put together a list of fixes for the most common iOS 12 problems. It’s a great place to start.
We’ve also released a list of tips that could help you improve your device’s performance and also one that outlines ways to fix iOS 12 battery life problems.
If you’re unable to find a fix for your problem in our guides, you should go to Apple’s discussion forums for help. If Apple’s forums aren’t helpful, you can get in contact with Apple Support via Twitter or via the company’s website.
If Apple’s online services fail you, you might want to schedule an appointment to see a Genius at your local Apple Store if it’s open.
They should be able to diagnose your issue in minutes and provide you with a fix or a replacement depending on your warranty and problem.
You Can Downgrade from iOS 12.5.6
If you run into trouble on iOS 12.5.6 note that you can downgrade to the previous version of iOS 12.
Apple’s currently signing on iOS 12.5.5 which means you can drop back down to the software in an attempt to improve your device’s performance.
Unfortunately, the company’s closed off the downgrade path back to iOS 12.5.4, iOS 12.5.3, and older versions of iOS which means there’s no way back to those updates.
For more about how the downgrade process works, take a look at our detailed walkthrough.
What’s Next
If you’re running into problems on iOS 12 and you’re using an iPhone 6s or newer, you should upgrade to iOS 15. If you’re using a newer iPad model, you should upgrade to iPadOS 15.
iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 come with performance upgrades and they could have a noticeable impact on your device’s overall performance.
If you’re using an iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 5s, iPad Air, iPad mini 3, iPad mini 2, or iPod touch sixth-gen, you’re stuck with iOS 12.
It’s unclear when Apple plans to release a new version of iOS 12. We could see Apple release a new version of iOS 12 down the road, but that’s far from guaranteed.
If your device is really struggling on iOS 12.5.6, keep an eye out for a new release.
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If security is important to you, and you missed older versions of iOS 15, you'll want to think about installing Apple's iOS 15.8.2 update right away. iOS 15.8.2 doesn't have any security updates on board. But, if you missed prior versions of iOS 15, you'll get their patches when you upgrade. iOS 15.8.1 wasn't a big update, but it did have a pair of security patches on board. They're important and they will help protect your device from harm. iOS 15.8 had an important security patch on board. iOS 15.7.9 brought a new security patch with it. It addressed an issue where hackers could gain access via PassKit (Apple Wallet) image. For more information, head over to Apple's website. iOS 15.7.8 had 10 security patches on board. These patches are essential if you want to keep your device and its data safe from harm. Apple's outlined the changes in detail and they're worth a look. iOS 15.7.7 brought three security patches to iPhone models lingering on iOS 15. For more about them, head over to Apple's security site. iOS 15.7.6 had several security updates on board. For more information about those patches, head here. The iOS 15.7.5 update patched up actively exploited vulnerabilities making it an extremely important upgrade for your iPhone. To learn more about the patches, check out Apple's guide. iOS 15.7.4 brought important security fixes to older iPhone models as well. If you want to learn more about these changes, check out Apple's guide. iOS 15.7.3 also brought a batch of security patches to iPhone. You can learn more about these changes right here. iOS 15.7.2 brought numerous patches along with it. For more about them, head over to Apple's website for more details. iOS 15.7.1 update brought 17 security patches with it while iOS 15.7 delivered 11 security patches to iPhone. If you want a look at the details, head over to Apple's security site for more information. If you missed iOS 15.6.1, it had two security patches on board. You can read more about the pair on Apple's website. If you missed Apple's iOS 15.6 update, it had 30+ security upgrades on board. You can learn more about them right here. If you missed iOS 15.5 it brought 27 new security patches to the iPhone. You can learn more about these patches over on Apple's security site. If you missed iOS 15.4.1, it had one new security patch on board. You can read more about it over on Apple's website. If you missed the iOS 15.4 update, it had a whopping 36 new security patches on board. If you want to learn more about these patches, head on over to Apple's security site for the particulars. If you missed iOS 15.3.1, it had one security patch on board. For more about it, head over to Apple's security page. If you missed iOS 15.3, you'll also get its patches with your upgrade. iOS 15.3 brought 10 new security patches to iPhone users. If you're interested in the details, you can read more about them right here. If you missed iOS 15.2.1, you'll get its security patch with your upgrade. You can learn more about the change over on Apple's website. If you missed Apple's iOS 15.2 update, you'll get its 30+ security patches with your upgrade. You can read all about them over on the company's security site. iOS 15.2 also included some important upgrades to privacy. The software brought the company's App Privacy Report to Settings. This lets you see how often your apps have accessed your location, photos, camera, microphone, contacts and more during the last seven days. You can also see their network activity. In addition, iOS 15.2 brought Apple's communication safety features for kids. You'll find these features in the Messages app, in Siri, in Spotlight, and in Search. If you missed iOS 15.1, iOS 15.8.2 will bring its security patches to your iPhone. You can read more about them on Apple's website. If you missed iOS 15.0.2 you'll also get its security patch with your upgrade. You can learn more about it right here. iOS 15.0 also brought numerous security patches to your iPhone. If you'll be moving up from iOS 14 and you're interested in the exact nature of these improvements, you can read about them over on Apple's security website. Apple's updated its website with new information about iOS 15's batch of security patches. The company now says the software patched up an issue that could have exposed a user's private Apple ID information and in-app search history. It also says iOS 15 patched up an issue that allowed apps to override Privacy preferences. If you skipped iOS 14.8 or any older versions of iOS, you'll get the security patches from those updates with your iOS 15.8.2 update as well. In addition to those patches, iOS 15 comes with some security and privacy upgrades including improvements to Siri. Requests made to Siri are now processed on the device itself using Neural Engine. This makes it more secure. If you're an Apple Card user, you'll now get a security code that changes regularly to use when you make online transactions. Apple's also included a built-in authenticator that's similar to Google Authenticator. This will let you generate verification codes for enhanced sign-in security under your Passwords. There's also a Mail feature that hides your IP address. | |||||||||||||||
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