Finally, the iOS 10 update addresses a GeoServices bug that could have exposed sensitive location information on an iPhone.
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Some of the new features in iOS 10 include a new lock screen, there is no longer a slide to unlock feature, the device is now unlocked by pressing the home button.
This is why I often recommend that users wait a day or two before rushing to apply the latest major update of an operating system. unless they believe they might be at particular risk of being targeted by online criminals exploiting security holes fixed by the new version.
Reportedly, the latest iOS 10 comes with an extensive range of appealing features.
It is a good idea to backup your iPhone using wither iCloud backup or through iTunes before updating in case anything goes wrong during the update.
iOS 10: iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone SE, iPod Touch 6th gen, iPad Mini 2 and higher, iPad 4th Generation, and the iPad Air and iPad Pro series.
Do not release until recovery mode is displayed on the screen. “Apple will also regularly release new standalone challenges so users can continue learning new skills”, says Apple.
The firm’s Apple Music has also been redesigned as part of the update, having been criticised for causing confusion when it launched in 2015.
Apple Music has been refreshed and streamlined with a more intuitive interface.
Apparently, there’s an easy fix for users that can’t seem to get Invisible Ink to work-you may have “reduce motion” turned on. Feel free to leave them in the comment and we’ll add them to the ever-growing list. iOS 10 is good, but not flawless. Also, get ready for other companies to participate with their own sets of stickers for iMessages.
The general availability of iOS 10 followed a beta preview program that Apple kicked off in July this year.
Improved Control Center: The Control Center, introduced with iOS 9 has been improved greatly, and is categorized into Apple Home, quick settings, and media playback options.
The Messaging application too is getting a comprehensive overhaul.
There are both intentional changes by Apple that need to be remedied for some users, and unintentional glitches due to bad code that we can help alleviate.
Apple is also loosening the grip on Siri by allowing third-party developers access to the voice assistant. This means that you’ll be able to speak to Siri to send a message in WhatsApp, book an Uber, or make a call via Skype.
After the iOS 10 release today, some users complained that it rendered their phones unusable.
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Although some had to factory reset the device, others just experienced a temporary bricking of the handset and were able to successfully install iOS 10 later.
