[CoachKandSportsguy]

Apple just released a new update with two significant security flaws patched. I suggest updating if not automatic and you own an Apple iPhone

Version 18.1.1

[ElDiabloJoe]

Originally Posted by CoachKandSportsguy

Apple just released a new update with two significant security flaws patched. I suggest updating if not automatic and you own an Apple iPhone

Version 18.1.1

Thank you, Done.

[ohioshooter]

I’m at 17.6.1 and says no update available.

[ElDiabloJoe]

Originally Posted by ohioshooter

I’m at 17.6.1 and says no update available.

What device model are you trying to update? Do you have an obsolete / no longer supported device? They won't update those. Look at the list here:

Obtaining service for your Apple product after an expired warranty - Apple Support

[BrianL99]

Originally Posted by ohioshooter

I’m at 17.6.1 and says no update available.

Are you using Apple Beta System?

The system won't automatically update to 18 if you are.

You need to manually select iOS 18.

I believe the current Beta is 18.2B

[tophcfa]

Originally Posted by CoachKandSportsguy

Apple just released a new update with two significant security flaws patched. I suggest updating if not automatic and you own an Apple iPhone

Version 18.1.1

I recently updated my iPhone and am regretting it. Way too many changes to the interface and they put a bunch of apps on my phone I didn’t want and had to delete. And since the update, they began sending me notifications my cloud storage is full and want me to pay a monthly fee for more storage. Why can’t they just update the security flaws without all the other garbage?

[Bogie Shooter]

I didn’t get the garbage you mention……….

[tophcfa]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

I didn’t get the garbage you mention……….

Well, good for you. Perhaps you update your phone frequently and get the changes in small and relatively unnoticeable amounts over time. I haven’t updated my device for over three years. Unfortunately, I was forced to update it when I returned the Comcast modem and replaced it with my own. To activate the new modem I had to download the Xfinity app, which wouldn’t load onto my phone without updating the O/S. When you jump up several releases of operating systems the changes are many and significant. It almost felt like I had to learn how to use a new phone. And I really don’t like having apps loaded on my phone that I never requested or want to have. Just more third parties tracking my data.

[BrianL99]

Originally Posted by tophcfa

I haven’t updated my device for over three years.

There's a clue.

Originally Posted by tophcfa

And I really don’t like having apps loaded on my phone that I never requested or want to have. Just more third parties tracking my data.

iOS updates do not add any 3rd party apps to your phone and iOS gives you the option (the 1st time you open an App), to prevent the App from tracking your data. It's a requirement for any App available in the App store.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

I didn’t get the garbage you mention……….

Originally Posted by tophcfa

Well, good for you. Perhaps you update your phone frequently and get the changes in small and relatively unnoticeable amounts over time. I haven’t updated my device for over three years. Unfortunately, I was forced to update it when I returned the Comcast modem and replaced it with my own. To activate the new modem I had to download the Xfinity app, which wouldn’t load onto my phone without updating the O/S. When you jump up several releases of operating systems the changes are many and significant. It almost felt like I had to learn how to use a new phone. And I really don’t like having apps loaded on my phone that I never requested or want to have. Just more third parties tracking my data.

Most experts advise updates as they become available. Wow, 3 years………..

[ohioshooter]

Originally Posted by ElDiabloJoe

What device model are you trying to update? Do you have an obsolete / no longer supported device? They won't update those. Look at the list here:

Obtaining service for your Apple product after an expired warranty - Apple Support

iPhone 13

[ohioshooter]

It’s there now, updating tonight.

[JRcorvette]

Originally Posted by CoachKandSportsguy

Apple just released a new update with two significant security flaws patched. I suggest updating if not automatic and you own an Apple iPhone

Version 18.1.1

I always keep ours updated but this time I noticed it made some changes to a few things… Photos for example has change the way it works a bit.

[JRcorvette]

It’s stupid not to keep your phone and computer up to date. You are putting your devices at much greater risk of being hacked and you definitely don’t want that. Worried about being “tracked” well lots of things are already tracking you including your car! Unless you are in the Witness Protection Program don’t worry about it.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Originally Posted by CoachKandSportsguy

Apple just released a new update with two significant security flaws patched. I suggest updating if not automatic and you own an Apple iPhone

Version 18.1.1

Did it overnight.