iOS 12.5.7 ― Bug Fixes, Changes, and Improvements

[Banglazed]

iOS 12.5.7

Release Date ― January 23, 2023
Build Number ― 16H81
Darwin Kernel Version ―

This update provides important security updates and is recommended for all users.

For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: https://support.apple.com/kb/HT201222

New Features & Changes
New Issues
Remaining Issues
Resolved Issues
Additional Notes

• iOS Release Notes
• iOS Beta Release Notes
• Deleting built-in app can affect system functionalities and Settings app. To restore affected functionalities, download the deleted built-in app back to your device.

Spoiler: Modem Firmware

• Intel iPhone XR/XS/Max: 1.06.02
• Qualcomm iPhone 8/8 Plus/X: 3.70.01
• Intel iPhone 8/8 Plus/X: 2.03.06
• Qualcomm iPhone 7/7 Plus: 5.60.01
• Intel iPhone 7/7 Plus: 3.03.04
• iPhone 6/6 Plus/SE: 7.70.01
• iPhone 6S/6S Plus: 5.70.01
• iPhone 5S: 10.80.02
• Qualcomm iPad Pro 9.7: 5.60.01

Spoiler: Carrier Version

United States

• Verizon - 36.0.1
• Visible (MVNO Verizon) 34.0
• Verizon (iPad) - 35.0
• T-Mobile - 36.0.2
• T-Mobile (iPad) - 36.0
• AT&T - 36.0.2
• Cricket - 35.5.3
• MetroPCS -
• U.S. Cellular - 32.5.9
• Sprint - 36.1
• TracFone/Straight Talk/Walmart Family Mobile - 36.1
• Xfinity Mobile 36.0.1

United Kingdom

• EE - 36.0.1
• BT-UK MVNO on EE- 36.0
• Three - 36.0
• O2-UK - 36.0
• Vodafone UK - 36.0
• Virgin Mobile MVNO on EE- 34.0

Belgium

• Orange B - 32.5.7
• BASE - 33.0

Canada

• Videotron -
• Rogers - 36.0.1
• Fido - 35.5
• Bell - 35.0
• Telus - 32.5.12
• Freedom Mobile - 34.0

France

• Orange France - 31.5.1
• Orange Morocco - 31.5

Germany

• O2-DE - 36.0
• Vodafone.de - 36.0
• Telekom.de - 36.0

Netherlands

• KPN -

Southeast Asia

• Singapore Singtel -
• Philippines Globe - 36.0
• Philippines Globe (iPad) - 36.0
• Philippines Smart - 36.1
• Thailand AIS -
• Malaysia Umobile - 33.0
• Malaysia Maxis -33.0
• Malaysia Digi -
• Malaysia celcom -
• Hong Kong - 32.0

Sweden

• Comviq -
• Tre - 31.0

Switzerland

• Salt - 35.5
• Sunrise - 36.01
• Swisscom - 35.0

Ireland

• Eir - 33.5

Australia

• Optus - 32.0
• Telstra - 36.0

Turkey

• Turkcell (Lifecell) - 32.0
• Vodafone TR - 32.0
• Turk Telekom - 32.0

Poland

• T-Mobile -
• Orange - 32.0
• Play - 31.0

India

• Airtel - 35.0
• Jio - 36.0
• Vodafone Idea - 35.5

Mexico

• Mexico - Telcel - 35.0

Guatemala

• TIGO GT -34.0

OtherDocomo - 32.5.10

• AlwaysOnline -

 

[ediks]

9,5 years of software update for the 5S, insane

 

[sam_dean]

9,5 years of software update for the 5S, insane

Incorrect.... it's a Security Update.

Software Update implies new features or updated UI...

Security Updates are just patches so your device will not be easily hacked.

 

[BeautifulWoman_1984]

Thanks for posting this thread!

Could someone please tell me if this is a safe update to install?

 

[sam_dean]

Thanks for posting this thread!

Could someone please tell me if this is a safe update to install?

Very safe! It's a security update to patch security holes and safeguard your data.

 

[BeautifulWoman_1984]

Very safe! It's a security update to patch security holes and safeguard your data.

Thank you for your reply!

The reason I ask is because in the past I've installed a few iOS Updates that have made my iPad Mini 3 run worse after doing the software upgrade...

 

[sam_dean]

Thank you for your reply!

The reason I ask is because in the past I've installed a few iOS Updates that have made my iPad Mini 3 run worse after doing the software upgrade...

If you can treat yourself by buying an iPad released this year.

I'm keeping my Mac, Watch & iPad until after the final Security Update then upgrading to the next model announced that year. This is typically 7-10 years.

Security and Software Updates are supposed to keep your data safe from hackers. If you do not upgrade so your devices does not become slow you are opening yourself up to dangers that may cost you more than the cost of a new iPad.

This applies to any and all devices.

I have a 2012 iMac that I intend to replace with a 2023 iMac because I dont want hackers getting my financial data like username/passwords.

 

[BeautifulWoman_1984]

If you can treat yourself by buying an iPad released this year.

I'm keeping my Mac, Watch & iPad until after the final Security Update then upgrading to the next model announced that year. This is typically 7-10 years.

Security and Software Updates are supposed to keep your data safe from hackers. If you do not upgrade so your devices does not become slow you are opening yourself up to dangers that may cost you more than the cost of a new iPad.

This applies to any and all devices.

I have a 2012 iMac that I intend to replace with a 2023 iMac because I dont want hackers getting my financial data like username/passwords.

Thank you for your reply!

Apple products receiving security updates is a SERIOUS issue for me.

To give you a better idea of what I mean, I made a thread here:

https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/very-important-question-how-to-keep-high-sierra-secure.2243288/

 

[sam_dean]

Thank you for your reply!

Apple products receiving security updates is a SERIOUS issue for me.

To give you a better idea of what I mean, I made a thread here:

https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/very-important-question-how-to-keep-high-sierra-secure.2243288/

I'd replace your 2011 Mac mini 32nm with a 2020 or 2022 5nm model. It will be like night and day.

This is also a reason why my replacement cycle is 120 months long... you will really feel the difference.

 

[MattSee]

Oh, IPad Mini 2 here is security patched, nice!

 

[salsa steph]

Since the 12.5.7 update my iPad mini 2 unexpectedly shuts down and can switch on only randomly (sometimes after several days of charge)
Force restart not effective
That is a pity, it WAS PERFECTLY FINE for simple tasks or some apps...

Any other tip than bringing it to repair is welcome

 

[BeautifulWoman_1984]

My iPad Mini 3 is still running fine with this iOS 12.5.7 update.

However, does anyone know if Apple will release any more updates for iOS 12??? I'm just wondering because my Mac Mini mid2011 no longer receives even basic security updates and it's much more powerful than my iPad Mini 3...