iOS 6.1.1 Doesn't Fix iPhone 4S Battery Issue, Adds Problems
Many issues plaguing the iPhone 4S still aren't fixed with iOS 6.1.1.
Sometimes you have to pat yourself on the back for not updating the OS. That might be a loaded statement given updates are supposed to fix bugs and make a platform more secure, but we've seen our share of update blunders that can kill performance, break features and even brick gadgets altogether.
Apple's latest iOS release, v6.1.1, supposedly addressed the iPhone 4S model and 3G connection issues brought on by the previous release. According to the company, the patch "fixes an issue that could impact cellular performance and reliability for iPhone 4S." Apple didn't specify the exact nature of the "issue".
However this week iPhone 4S owners have flooded various forum threads with complaints about persistent battery drain issues. Previously this latest patch was believed to include a fix for the drain, but iPhone 4S owners claim their devices are not only seeing high-battery loss, but overheating.
"iOS 6 was seamless for my phone and I experienced no issues," one forum member wrote. "When I converted to 6.1, the battery retained about 30 percent of its usual lifespan– and overheats. 6.1.1 hasn’t improved the situation."
The latest iOS update also didn't fix a security bug brought on by v6.1 that allows anyone to bypass the lockscreen. The hacker doesn't reach the Home screen, but does have access to contacts and photos stored on the device. Steps to achieve access include accessing the emergency call section, putting the device on stand-by mode and more.
The update also didn't fix a problem surrounding iPhone 4S users connecting and syncing with Microsoft Exchange servers. Microsoft told network administrators to merely block those devices from have access. Apple said it identified the problem and would release a fix.
On Friday German website iPhone-Ticker said that Apple is gearing up to release iOS v6.1.2 that will address all the problems listed in this report. The update is expected to land early next week, but the report claims that it may not appear until Thursday or later based on information provided by carriers.
Zak Islam not posting Apple news?
Oh wait.. Apple pays him to post pro-crApple.
No Zak. It's being reported in a lot of forums.
Seriously, STFU..
It might not be flawless, but at least Apple is actively supporting it's product unlike some other manufactures....
They better switch to iPhone 5 before the next updated, which either will blow up or disintegrate your iPhone 4s.
yeah, everyone one of those 4s owners should switch to 5, otherwise. reminds me of CREATIVE that crippled their own devices
How about Bluetooth and flickering screen that made my Nexus 7 with 4.2.1 useless... and it took Google 3 months to fix? Oh wait, Google can do no wrong? They write perfect code?
Just realized I'm trying to convince prepubescent morons...
Sent from my Nexus 7
Yep, that should do it...
I really don't give a rat's ass about the die hard iSheep, but if Apple keeps lowering the bar the next version of Android might be half assed coded slop and Google will be able to get away with it because its STILL BETTER than iOS!
Fix it Apple! If you don't Windows might take over the mobile phone market and we're all screwed!
LOL, The last update 4.2.2 that took Google 3 months to put out fixed a number of issues that crippled my device as well as the Nexus 10 and the 4....
Google isn't perfect either - I own both Apple and Android devices. What is rediculous is people making fun of Apple yet they are using phones which have a version of Android that is 2 years old or they totally ignore Googles massive fail with Jelly Bean... Did I mention December was missing from my calendar?
http://www.androidpolice.com/tags/nexus-7-bluetooth-issue/
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1991489
https://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=39633
https://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=39841
They juuust patched it after months of dead silence on what they plan on doing - the same thing people give Apple grief for on it's patches.
If you're gonna give Apple crap, don't be hypocritical and give Google it's fair share.
I can now enjoy my Nexus
Sent from my Nexus 7