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Apple Releases iOS 15.0.1 and iPadOS 15.1

Updates fix bugs and improve security

By Cesar Cadenas Cesar Cadenas Writer California State University - Long Beach Cesar Cadenas has been writing about the tech industry since 2016 on a variety of topics like cryptocurrency, video games, the latest gadgets, and much more. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on October 4, 2021 12:39PM EDT Fact checked by Rich Scherr Fact checked by Rich Scherr University of Maryland Baltimore County Rich Scherr is a seasoned technology and financial journalist who spent nearly two decades as the editor of Potomac and Bay Area Tech Wire. lifewire's fact checking process Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Phones Mobile Phones Internet & Security Computers & Tablets Smart Life Home Theater & Entertainment Software & Apps Social Media Streaming Gaming Apple on Monday released iOS 15.0.1 and iPadOS 15.1, both of which aim to fix several bugs and add security updates. The updates come two weeks after the launch of iOS 15, and according to MacRumors, the problems being tackled include the Apple Watch bug and an instance where the Settings app gives wrong information. COROIMAGE/Getty Images There was an issue affecting the iPhone 13, in which users could not unlock their smartphone with an authenticated Apple Watch if they were wearing a facemask. This update patches that issue. iOS 15.0.1 also fixes an issue with the Settings app that displayed a message which incorrectly said the device’s storage was full when it wasn’t. Additionally, it addresses a problem that would cause audio meditation programs to start a workout on the Apple Watch for Fitness+ subscribers. The iPadOS 15.1 update has the same Settings app and audio meditation fixes. As for security fixes, several Twitter users have noticed the update fixes a zero-day lock screen vulnerability that Apple neglected to mention in its release notes. It appears the update rollout isn’t going as smoothly as Apple would have liked. Several Twitter users have reported the fixes to be unreliable, creating new problems in some cases. For example, one user claims that upon downloading 15.0.1, his iPhone Pro 11 now displays his storage as having nothing in it. Apple has stated that it plans on fixing a bug that prevents developers from fully utilizing 120Hz ProMotion displays for their app’s animations. The latest update is available for all eligible devices and can be downloaded by going to Software update in the Settings app. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Fix It When WhatsApp Isn't Working How to Update an iPad 8 Reasons Why Your iPad Keeps Crashing The iPadOS Versions Guide How to Fix It When Spotify Is Not Working How to Fix It When an Apple Podcast Won't Play How Do I Update Firefox? (Most Recent: Firefox 106) How to Fix It When Facebook Dating Is Not Working How to Fix It When an Amazon Fire Tablet Is Stuck on the Fire Screen Apple TV Problems and How to Solve Them How to Fix Missing Personal Hotspot on iPhone Apple Watch Not Unlocking Mac? How to Fix the Problem How to Fix It When an iPad Won't Turn Off How to Fix an iOS 11 Battery Drain How to Sign Up for Apple's iOS Public Beta Program Apple Watch Not Pinging iPhone? How to Fix the Problem Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies