Apple released a flurry of updates today addressing various issues in their latest operating systems: visionOS 2.0.1, watchOS 11.0.1, iOS 18.0.1, iPadOS 18.0.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.0.1. Let’s break down what’s fixed in each update.
visionOS 2.0.1: This update focuses on fixing bugs within the Safari web browser used on the Apple Vision Pro headset. It resolves an issue that caused YouTube videos to freeze and addresses problems with Safari Web Extension data.
watchOS 11.0.1: This update tackles several bugs impacting the Apple Watch. It fixes unexpected restarts, crashes in the Music app, faster than expected battery drain, and temporary touchscreen unresponsiveness on the latest Apple Watch models.
iOS 18.0.1: This update addresses various issues experienced by iPhone 16 users. It resolves touchscreen unresponsiveness, camera freezing while recording macro videos, and unexpected crashes in the Messages app. Additionally, it fixes a memory allocation problem that affected some iPhone models.
iPadOS 18.0.1: This update brings good news for M4 iPad Pro owners. After a previous update caused issues for some devices, this version brings iPadOS 18 officially to these models. It also fixes crashes in the Messages app and memory allocation problems present in some iPads.
macOS Sequoia 15.0.1: This first update for the new macOS Sequoia focuses on improving compatibility with third-party security software and fixing a bug that caused the Messages app to crash when sending messages with shared Apple Watch faces.
How to Update:
- visionOS: Download the update through the Settings app > General > Software Update on your Apple Vision Pro headset.
- watchOS: Update your Apple Watch via the Watch app on your iPhone (Settings > General > Software Update). Ensure your Watch has at least 50% battery and is on a charger.
- iOS & iPadOS: Download the update through Settings > General > Software Update on your iPhone or iPad.
- macOS: Update through System Settings > Software Update.
Remember to back up your devices before installing any software updates.
Additional Notes:
- You can find more details about the features introduced in each major update by checking out our dedicated roundups for visionOS 2, watchOS 11, iOS 18, and iPadOS 18.
