Apple Preparing iOS 16.1.1 as Widespread Wi-Fi Bug Persists

[MacRumors]

Apple is preparing an iOS 16.1.1 update for the iPhone to address bugs and issues experienced by users following the first major update to the iOS 16 operating system two weeks ago, including a persistent Wi-Fi bug that's been annoying iPhone customers.

MacRumors in the past week has seen signs of devices running iOS 16.1.1 in our website analytics, indicating the update is under testing within Apple and could see a launch in the near future. While it's unclear what the update will include, it's possible it could fix a widespread and persistent Wi-Fi bug that has impacted users. The bug causes a user's iPhone to randomly disconnect from Wi-Fi when left on standby, such as overnight or in other situations.

Alongside the fix for the Wi-Fi bug, Apple could address long-standing complaints from users since iOS 16's launch in September, including reports of battery drain, slow Spotlight search, and laggy animations on iPhone 14 Pro models when swiping out of apps. For new features, iOS 16.1.1 could include Emergency SOS via Satellite for iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro models.

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman recently said in his Power On newsletter that Apple is likely to release Emergency SOS via Satellite via a dot-update to iOS 16 in November, which could turn out to be iOS 16.1.1. MacRumors has seen no sign of any other iOS 16.1.X update in our analytics at the time of writing. Apple has not yet provided specific information on when Emergency SOS via Satellite will be available to users beyond saying in November.

Apple is currently publicly testing iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2 with developers and members of the public beta program. iOS 16.2 is slated to be launched in mid-December.

Article Link: Apple Preparing iOS 16.1.1 as Widespread Wi-Fi Bug Persists

 

[zorinlynx]

I'm guessing this is only hitting some devices? Wifi's been solid on 16.1 since the update, both at home and work.

 

[TwoBytes]

I hope it fixes the GPS issue too!

 

[mariuskv]

Give give

 

[TheYayAreaLiving 🎗️]

Hopefully, it fixes the battery life issue as well. With iOS 16.1 my battery life on iPhone 14 Pro Max 1TB has not been that great

 

[macguru212]

My iPad has wifi issues since upgrading - I need to toggle on/off for it to fully work. Hopefully this is only a short term problem. Get yer toosh in gear, Apple.

 

[Kylo83]

We need AirPods Pro 2 firmware update I’m sick of the audio swaying from side to side

 

[djbuddha]

I'm guessing this is only hitting some devices? Wifi's been solid on 16.1 since the update, both at home and work.

My 13 Pro Max has been a disaster. Reset my network settings, even restored the phone. Haven’t updated my old XS Max and Wi-Fi is perfectly fine.

We don’t have a real unlimited data plan in Canada without getting throttled to dial up days, so being vigilant about constantly checking and restarting Wi-Fi or even the phone in some instances is crucial until they address this in an update.

 

[BigMcGuire]

My 13 Pro Max has been a disaster. Reset my network settings, even restored the phone. Haven’t updated my old XS Max and Wi-Fi is perfectly fine.

We don’t have a real unlimited data plan in Canada without getting throttled to dial up days, so being vigilant about constantly checking and restarting Wi-Fi or even the phone in some instances is crucial until they address this in an update.

Not just me!

My launch 13 PM - ever since iOS 16 came out - noticed that wifi sometimes drops out. It will just refuse to load anything in any app - and my phone tells me I don't have internet. I turn off WiFi and everything works perfectly. And I have WiFi assist on! Usually turning on WiFi works but sometimes I have to wait awhile for WiFi to kick back in.

Pre iOS 16 - WiFi was perfect on this device. Happens once or twice every other day.

 

[lcgarza10]

When @MacRumors says "..has seen signs of devices running iOS 16.1.1 in our websites analytics.." do they mean that Apple iOS software Testing team with unreleased version (even to beta tester developers) like this 16.1.1 actually visit macrumors.com ??

 

[Eldaerenth Faexidor]

My 14 Pro’s performance on iOS 16 is nothing but smooth sailing, literally experienced zero bugs, lol.

 

[antiprotest]

I hope it fixes... oh who am I kidding.

 

[Orizaba]

On my 14 Pro Max, I have had random overheating for no apparent reason since installing 16.1 (not gaming, just browsing web, random low intensity apps), hope 16.1.1 fixes this.

 

[dannys1]

We need AirPods Pro 2 firmware update I’m sick of the audio swaying from side to side

Are you haven't just got head tracking on? There's no "swaying side to side" bug.

 

[Realityck]

Apple is preparing an iOS 16.1.1 update for the iPhone to address bugs and issues experienced by users following the first major update to the iOS 16 operating system two weeks ago, including a persistent Wi-Fi bug that's been annoying iPhone customers.

Hope this bug fix release for Wi-Fi issues goes out in the next few days.

 

[GMShadow]

An AirPods firmware update (or an iOS fix) to fix that “Replace battery…” error for the Pro 2s would be nice.

 

[MisterMxyzptlk]

My HomeKit stopped sunrise/sunset automations

 

[John Connor]

So many updates these days. The issues are very frustrating. Maybe they should just slow down a bit?

 

[tgwaste]

Apple makes great HW but their software has just tanked in the last several years. It's non stop problems.

 

[tgwaste]

My HomeKit stopped sunrise/sunset automations

Homekit has always and will always be complete and total puke

 

[Kylo83]

Are you haven't just got head tracking on? There's no "swaying side to side" bug.

It’s off and yes there is many forums and posts have been said about it, the audio goes from one side to another look it up

 

[Kylo83]

Are you haven't just got head tracking on? There's no "swaying side to side" bug.

AirPods Pro 2 users complain of audio drift and syncing issues

AirPods Pro 2 have been widely praised since their release last month, but there have been a few early bugs....

9to5mac.com

 

[ratspg]

Ah wow didn't know so many people have been affected by this! I hope it resolves the issues people are facing. My iPhone 14 Pro Max has been running solid, no battery issues thankfully, no heating issues, and definitely haven't experienced the wi-fi issue. Hope it gets resolved asap so everyone can enjoy their devices!

 

[now i see it]

I’m a full believer that THE purpose of iOS updates is to intentionally break things that previously work, while throwing in a bone of questionable new features.
Then they spend the entire year slowly “fixing” all their “bugs” to keep people always coming back for more in hopes that their iPhone will work properly one day.

Likely Apple’s biggest nightmare is putting out a perfect version of iOS that doesn’t have any problems. Bad for business. Gotta keep the masses unsatisfied

 

[sdf]

My 13 Pro Max has been a disaster. Reset my network settings, even restored the phone. Haven’t updated my old XS Max and Wi-Fi is perfectly fine.

I believe you, but until I hit this post I was thinking "I'm glad this doesn't affect the 13 Pro Max." I haven't had any problems on mine. I wonder what the trigger is?