Apple just pushed out iOS 6.0.1 that is supposed to fix a host of issues. iPhone 5 owners, you have one extra step to install the update. iPhone 5 needed an extra step because there is a bug in iOS 6.0 that prevents the iPhone 5 from doing OTA updates. Don’t worry, it’s really easy and really fast

 iOS 6.0.1 OTA update

  • Go to general settings.
  • Choose software update.

System Requirements

  • iPhone 4S
  • iPhone 4
  • iPhone 3GS
  • iPad (3rd generation)
  • iPad 2
  • iPod touch (4th generation)

 

Fix to iOS 6.0.1 upgrade issues

1. Check for updates as usual

2. Download and install the updater

3. Run the updater

4. Update as normal … it happens automatically.

iOS 6.0.1 Release notes:

This update contains improvements and bug fixes, including:

  • Fixes a bug that prevents iPhone 5 from installing software updates wirelessly over the air
  • Fixes a bug where horizontal lines may be displayed across the keyboard
  • Fixes an issue that could cause camera flash to not go off
  • Improves reliability of iPhone 5 and iPod touch (5th generation) when connected to encrypted WPA2 Wi-Fi networks
  • Resolves an issue that prevents the iPhone from using the cellular network in some instances
  • Consolidated the Use Cellular Data switch for iTunes Match
  • Fixes a Passcode Lock bug which sometimes allowed access to Passbook pass details from lock screen
  • Fixes a bug affecting Exchange meetings

You can also download iOS 6.0.1 using the direct download links available or connecting and updating from the iTunes as well.

 

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