Exciting news for iOS users! According to 9to5Mac, a reliable source on social media hints at an upcoming iOS 18.0.1 update. While many are eagerly awaiting iOS 18.1, the imminent release seems to be focused on bug fixes.
The iOS 18.0.1 update is expected to address various bugs, including a critical iMessage bug. Additionally, iPad users plagued by installation issues with iPadOS 18 may find relief with the concurrent release of iPadOS 18.0.1.
One noteworthy bug being fixed is the iMessage glitch that crashes phones when responding to messages containing shared Apple Watch faces. This bug is anticipated to be resolved with the upcoming update, preventing further disruptions for users.
The iPadOS 18 bug causing bricking on newly purchased iPad Pro models will also be tackled in the 18.0.1 update. This bug affected users of the 11-inch and 13-inch M4 iPad Pro (2024) models, prompting Apple to swiftly pull the update for those devices.
Once these critical bug fixes are implemented, Apple will shift its focus to the release of iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1. These updates are set to introduce components of Apple Intelligence to enhance user experience.
Apple Intelligence, a venture into artificial intelligence, was initially slated for the iPhone 16 series launch but was postponed. Pieces of Apple Intelligence will gradually roll out across software updates like iOS 18.1, 18.2, and so on.
Recent iOS 18.1 betas for developers and beta testers showcase improvements powered by Apple Intelligence, such as enhancements to Siri and writing tools. The official iOS 18.1 release is expected by the end of October, with iOS 18.2 following suit before the year ends.
In late September, MacRumors was the first to report on Apple’s plans to launch iOS 18.0.1 in the near future.
