iOS 16.6 ― Bug Fixes, Changes, and Improvements

[contacos]

I have reduced motion turned on because the whole fade in and fade out effect when you switch between apps makes me want to vomit and I am pleasantly surprised that my weather is animated now. It used to not be with reduced motion turned on. Maybe it’s a bug? Hope it stays.

Edit: damn seems to be a bug.

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[1BadManVan]

So far so good on 16.6. Everything snappy and smooth, haven’t had many issues overall on my 14 pro max on the last few versions of iOS 16 though.

 

[Morgon]

[Removed; was able to correct my issue]

 

[William Gates]

Updated to 16.6 last night. Having playback issues on AirPods Pro 2 this morning. Audio cuts out intermittently when phone is into pocket. Front pocket is useable, but not great. Back pocket is unusable. Audio continuously clips.

 

[Helmsley]

So far so good on 16.6. Everything snappy and smooth, haven’t had many issues overall on my 14 pro max on the last few versions of iOS 16 though.

Same here (iPhone 13).

 

[dgutierrez04]

iOS 16.6

Developer Release Date ― July 18, 2023
Public Release Date ― July 24, 2023
Build Numbers ― 20G75
Darwin Kernel Version ―

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

iOS 16.6 RC Release Notes

New Features & Changes
New Issues
Remaining Issues
Resolved Issues

Additional Notes

• Developers and testers can report bugs using the Feedback app. If you don't have the public or developer profiles installed, you can still open the app by entering the following URL in Safari:
• iOS 16 Preview
• iOS 16 Features
• iOS 16 Press Release
• iOS Release Notes
• iOS Beta Release Notes
• iOS Security Updates

Spoiler: Modem Firmware

• iPhone 14 Pro/Max: 1.80.02
• iPhone SE (3rd gen): 2.07.03
• iPhone 13/mini/Pro/Max: 2.80.01
• iPhone 12/mini/Pro/Max: 3.80.01
• iPhone 11/Pro/Max/SE (2nd gen)/iPad Air (4th gen): 4.03.01
• iPhone XR/XS/Max: 5.03.00
• Qualcomm iPhone 8/8 Plus/X: 8.03.00
• Intel iPhone 8/8 Plus/X: 5.03.00

Spoiler: Carrier Version

Australia

• Optus - 51.0
• Telstra - 52.7
• Vodafone AU - 51.0

Belgium

• BASE - 33.0
• Orange B - 54.0
• Proximus - 45.0
• Telenet - 44.1

Brazil

• Claro Brasil - 54.1.0
• Vivo - 54.0
• TIM -
• Oi -

Canada

• Videotron - 53.0
• Rogers - 41.0
• Fido - 54.1
• Bell - 54.0.1
• Telus - 54.0.1
• Freedom/Shaw Mobile - 54.0.1
• Fizz - 53.0
• Virgin Mobile - 50.0

Denmark

• 3 DK - 46.7.11
• TDC 54.0

France

• Bouygues Telecom - 40.0
• Orange France - 50.0

Germany

• Vodafone.de - 54.0
• Telekom.de - 52.7
• O2-DE - 54.2.2

Greece:

• Cosmote - 38.0

Guatemala

• TIGO GT - 49.0

India

• Airtel - 54.0
• Jio - 54.0 (iPhone) and 54.0.1 (iPad)
• Vi India (Vodafone Idea) - 54.0

Ireland

• Eir - 33.5
• Vodafone IE - 38.0

Mexico

• Mexico - Telcel - 54.0.1

Morocco

• Orange - 50.0

Netherlands

• KPN - 54.0
• Vodafone NL - 45.0

Poland

• T-Mobile -
• Orange - 49.6.3 (Voice & SMS)
• Play - 31.0

Portugal

• Vodafone P - 40.0

Romania

• Orange RO - 53.7.2

Southeast Asia

• Singapore Singtel -
• Philippines Globe - 53.7.2
• Philippines Globe (iPad) - 38.0
• Philippines Smart - 54.0
• Thailand AIS - 53.0
• Thailand DTAC - 53.0
• Malaysia Umobile - 33.0
• Malaysia Maxis -33.0
• Malaysia Digi -
• Malaysia celcom -
• Hong Kong - 32.0
• Taiwan -

Sweden

• Comviq -
• Tre - 31.0

Switzerland

• Salt - 53.0
• Sunrise - 54.0
• Swisscom 54.0

Turkey

• Turkcell (Lifecell) - 36.5.5
• Vodafone TR - 32.0
• Turk Telekom - 32.0

United Kingdom

• EE - 54.0
• BT-UK (EE MVNO)- 50.0.1
• Three - 54.0
• iD Mobile (Three MVNO) - 36.5.4
• O2-UK - 50.0
• Giffgaff (O2 MVNO) - 41.0
• Vodafone UK - 53.0
• Virgin Mobile (EE MVNO) - 39.5
• Lebara (Vodafone MVNO) - 51.0

United States

• AT&T - 54.0.1
• Cricket - 40.5.2
• FirstNet - 51.0
• FirstNet (iPad) - 41.7.6
• Metro (TMO MVNO) - 54.0.1
• Spectrum (VZW MVNO) - 54.0.1
• T-Mobile - 54.1.1
• TracFone/Straight Talk/Walmart Family Mobile - 54.0.1
• U.S. Cellular - 46.7.24
• Ultra/Mint Mobile (TMO MVNO) - 54.0.1
• Verizon - 54.0.1
• Verizon (iPad) - 41.0
• Visible (VZW MVNO) - 51.0.1
• Xfinity Mobile - 52.0

Spain

• Orange ES - 54.0

Finland

• DNA - 52.7

Other

• Docomo - 32.5.10
• AlwaysOnline -

This is the current Kernel version for iOS 16.6

 

[tbone7467]

this update made me have to reset up my applewatch. I thought that was strange.

 

[Reverend Benny]

So far so good on 16.6. Everything snappy and smooth, haven’t had many issues overall on my 14 pro max on the last few versions of iOS 16 though.

Same here, iPhone 13 Pro. After 6 hours it seems to have drained a lot less battery considering the percentage I have left. But, well see after a few days, to early to tell now if it actually is better.

 

[17fox]

Same here, iPhone 13 Pro. After 6 hours it seems to have drained a lot less battery considering the percentage I have left. But, well see after a few days, to early to tell now if it actually is better.

Also 13 Pro and the battery life has been really good since updating to RC/Release

 

[Populus]

According to iAppleBytes this release has provided a general improvement in battery life on most devices, except iPhone 8 and 11, two devices that were extremely benefitted on the previous release iOS 16.5.1 (a) that now return to their usual rating.

 

[Bstephens]

I've noticed much lower cpu usage when idling. The regular spikes up to 20% are gone.

 

[eicca]

I continue to be convinced that Apple doesn’t actually test anything before they release it anymore.

Dock doesn’t stay on screen in Stage Manager even when it is enabled to stay on scteen. New bug as of 16.6 (I skipped 16.5.1).

EDIT: Of course, it doesn’t work at all until I post here about it. Now out of the blue it works fine.

 

[Nhwhazup]

I’ve noticed both my iPhone and iPad seem not as snappy and quick with 16.6.

 

[Helmsley]

I continue to be convinced that Apple doesn’t actually test anything before they release it anymore.

That's a ridiculous claim to make.

All software has bugs, not just iOS, despite testing.

 

[eicca]

That's a ridiculous claim to make.

All software has bugs, not just iOS, despite testing.

Some of them are so blatantly obvious and infuriating the only explanation is they didn’t test it or willingly released crap.

 

[Djones96]

iOS 16.6 on my 14 Pro Max feels snappy, but battery life has been horrific.

 

[CTHarrryH]

What may seem simple to test, etc. the complexity of the software and the variety of usage makes testing everything almost impossible. Many of the errors that people report the majority of people don't see. Not saying I'd love to see no errors but that is life in these complex software/usage days

 

[BrightCanon]

iOS 16.6 on my 14 Pro Max feels snappy, but battery life has been horrific.

I reset my network setting & seemed to help. Maybe give that a shot.

 

[Morgon]

Has anyone seen an issue with GPS since this update? Waze and Google Maps are useless; Apple Maps doesn't seem to know where I am. Clicking the location arrow just ends up spinning indefinitely. If I reboot the phone, it works for my first trip, but then an hour or two later (when I go to use it again), it'll have me stuck at my last location.

Issue specifically started after updating to 16.6 and never had this type of problem before.

 

[xpxp2002]

Is anyone noticing an improvement with iOS 16.6 the iPhone no longer going to “SOS only” in areas with heavy congestion? I’m wondering if the modem firmware update fixed it.

I went to a venue where my phone always goes to “SOS” repeatedly inside, even though there’s a DAS and mmWave. This is the first time in nearly a year that it kept working there!

 

[ph.rei]

Has anyone seen an issue with GPS since this update? Waze and Google Maps are useless; Apple Maps doesn't seem to know where I am. Clicking the location arrow just ends up spinning indefinitely. If I reboot the phone, it works for my first trip, but then an hour or two later (when I go to use it again), it'll have me stuck at my last location.

Issue specifically started after updating to 16.6 and never had this type of problem before.

Regarding Google maps, I had this issue yesterday, while i was on 16.6 B2 i think. I think it has something to do with the satellites, not IOS. I updated to the public 16.6 just now and will see how it works these days.

 

[Morgon]

Regarding Google maps, I had this issue yesterday, while i was on 16.6 B2 i think. I think it has something to do with the satellites, not IOS. I updated to the public 16.6 just now and will see how it works these days.

Unfortunately it's more than just Google Maps - Apple Maps and any other app that requires location no longer knows where I am. Strangely, HomeKit still knows when I'm home, although I'm not fully sure if that's due to me connecting to WiFi (it didn't turn on my lights when approaching home, only after I had gotten into the driveway)

I think I need an Apple Store visit

 

[Carlospaco]

Ios 16.6 on my iphone xr is much better.
Battery is know better. 4hours SOT and still 30% battery left. Batteryhealth is 85%

 

[Ready-for-Apple]

Has anyone seen an issue with GPS since this update? Waze and Google Maps are useless; Apple Maps doesn't seem to know where I am. Clicking the location arrow just ends up spinning indefinitely. If I reboot the phone, it works for my first trip, but then an hour or two later (when I go to use it again), it'll have me stuck at my last location.

Issue specifically started after updating to 16.6 and never had this type of problem before.

Would you please check if apps with your chosen settings are still visible under "Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services".
I'm worried that with iOS 16.6 the same "location services bug" as with macOS 13.5 has moved in...🙈


@All
Would be great if everyone with iOS 16.6 please check this and if you have any problems, post it here with iPhone model. Thanks!

 

[Momof2.1107]

Would you please check if apps with your chosen settings are still visible under "Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services".
I'm worried that with iOS 16.6 the same "location services bug" as with macOS 13.5 has moved in...🙈


@All
Would be great if everyone with iOS 16.6 please check this and if you have any problems, post it here with iPhone model. Thanks!

Mine are still available on 16.6.