“This update provides important bug fixes and security updates, and fixes an issue in Photos that could prevent memory movies from being shared,” said a message posted to users’ iPhones asking them to implement the update, as seen by The Epoch Times.
That update specifically targets the iPhone XS and later models, the iPad Pro 13-inch, the iPad Pro 12.9-inch third generation and later, the iPad Pro 11-inch first generation and later, the iPad Air third generation and later, the iPad seventh generation and later, and the iPad mini fifth generation and later, according to Apple.
Apple has long said that it generally does not disclose, confirm, or discuss any security issues until patches are available.
But the company stressed in the notes that users should attempt to upgrade their devices.
How to Update Device
For most iPhone users, to upgrade the device, navigate to Settings, select General, and then tap on the Software Update button. Users should see an option to install iOS 18.6.Apple Unveils Upcoming Changes
Last month, Apple unveiled upgrades to operating systems across its devices, including overhauled visual elements, a fresh naming system for software updates, and new features in its Apple Intelligence suite. At its annual Worldwide Developers Conference, the company also said it would open up the underlying technology it uses for Apple Intelligence to developers.This year’s major iOS release would have originally been called iOS 19, following the usual sequence after iOS 18. However, Apple is now changing its naming convention: future iOS versions will be numbered based on the year following their release—similar to how car manufacturers name new models.
The Phone app, meanwhile, now includes call screening, allowing it to answer calls or wait on hold for you. The Messages app is also getting updates that include customizable chat backgrounds, the company said in June.
