Apple users, rejoice! Apple has announced their next-generation iPhone operating system, iOS 8, and it’s packed with new features and improvements that are sure to make your iOS experience even better than it already is. Here’s what you need to know about the latest version of Apple’s mobile operating system.
1) Everything you need to know about iOS8 release date
What do you know about the iPhone 5 release date? Is there anything new to learn? Well, let’s take a look. It is expected that we will see a release of iOS8 on Wednesday, September 17th. As of right now there is no clear indication as to what the new features will be within this update, but we can assume that it will include bug fixes, performance enhancements and improvements to existing applications.
Just like any other Apple product, Apple has been careful not to disclose everything up front because they want you buy their product without any doubt in your mind that it is worth the price. I mean this in terms of purchase price as well as cost after purchasing such as accessories and upgrades.
2) When will it be released?
The release date for Apple’s next-generation operating system is still unknown. However, the latest report suggests that it will be released this summer. This would put its release right around the same time as Google I/O and WWDC, so it would be likely that it will be either announced during one of these events or shortly after. The price of the update is also unknown.
If there is a cost associated with upgrading, people are expected to need more than $100 in order to get it when it releases—though this varies depending on where you live. Apple could also choose to go ad-free with this new OS and charge for upgrades instead of producing money from advertisements as well.
3) How do I download it?
The update is not downloadable yet. If the release date is Monday, September 20th, then Apple may have the OTA updates available for download by September 12th-13th. Users will likely be able to head over to the software update section on their iPhones, touch update and then follow the directions from there. The update should show up in a few moments as an OTA (over-the-air) update. If it does not appear, do not panic!
Sometimes this takes time, especially if your phone is offline or the server has been overloaded with requests. It can take up to 24 hours for an update to come through. It would also be best if you keep your phone connected so that you can find out when the update is ready, rather than waiting until you are connected again to find out about it. You could always get in contact with Apple support and see what they say about your issue as well!
4) Does my phone qualify?
If you have an Apple phone and are a beta tester, then yes, your phone is most likely qualified. If you’re not a beta tester, we recommend waiting until the official release date is announced. Otherwise, there’s no way to know if your phone will work. And it seems like beta testers are in luck because Apple has released some of their system requirements for developers to make their apps compatible with the newest iPhone operating system. For now, all we can do is wait until September 18th and hope our phones survive!
5) List of compatible devices
Not all devices will be supported with the release of Apple iPhone iOS 16. Older models such as the 5s, 5c, and 4s will not be able to take advantage of all that Apple has in store. In order to upgrade to the newest version of the operating system, you will need a device that meets these minimum requirements. This is not only your physical device but also any other accessories you have. If you have an original iPad Air, for example, it cannot use an iPad Air 2 keyboard because they are made for different devices.
6) Bug fixes in the new update
When it comes to software bugs, what people generally don’t like is the surprise. But because of software, glitches are inevitable and can happen for a number of reasons, like human error or a malfunctioning system. When this does happen and a company gets notified that there’s an issue with their app, they usually get right on fixing it.
In the case of mobile apps, like the Apple iPhone apps, bugs are frustrating and a big inconvenience but they will be resolved as soon as possible. And while many different versions of Apple iPhones may vary in terms of the user experience when using these applications such as iOS 16 or 12 (updates), one thing remains constant: making sure that the bugs are fixed so everything runs smoothly!
7) Is there a previous version to upgrade from?
As you wait for the release of Apple’s newest operating system, iOS 8, we thought it would be helpful to take a look back at what we know about Apple’s most recent operating system, iOS 7. With Apple consistently tweaking their software and releasing updates on a regular basis, it can be hard to keep up with what’s new in the world of iDevices.
Although upgrading from an older operating system to the newest one is never a decision you want to make lightly, here are some reasons why you may want to upgrade from iOS 7 to iOS 8 when it releases in September.
8) iOS8 issues for developers
The big update coming to the Apple iPhone is called iOS8 and will be a major overhaul of Apple. iOS8 promises to fix some major issues with the current operating system and bring tons of new features for consumers. From helping developers, reducing application crashes, improving battery life and optimizing storage, it looks like there will be plenty to like when you download this one.
Overall it appears that users should look forward to an improved user experience with the next release from Apple. There are bound to be a few wrinkles when it comes out but most of them are minor in comparison with what you’ll get in return if you download now instead of waiting for a while.
