July 21, 2022, 9:41 am | Read time: 2 minutes
Apple has released the update to iOS 15.6 for iPhones and iPads. As always, the question arises whether to install the new firmware immediately or wait a bit longer.
iOS 15.6 and iPadOS 15.6 are now available for download. In the brief description, Apple mentions improvements, bug fixes, and security updates–not much in the way of specifics. However, the update to iOS 15.6 addresses some annoying bugs.
iOS 15.6 fixes storage and Safari issues
In some cases, iPhone and iPad users received an error message indicating that their device’s storage was nearly full, even when there was actually plenty of capacity available. With the update to iOS 15.6, Apple fixes this bug, so the incorrect warning no longer appears.
A problem with Safari was also resolved. Apple’s in-house browser sometimes opened a new tab with a previously visited web address instead of a newly requested webpage. The browser history seemed to be searched randomly. Additionally, Braille devices no longer run slower when navigating through text in emails. Previously, they sometimes stopped responding altogether due to a bug in the mail program.
Overall, the update to iOS 15.6 includes several bug fixes. Therefore, downloading the software is recommended. On the iPhone and iPad, users can find the update in the settings under “General” and “Software Update.” The download file is about 410 MB, depending on the iPhone model. It is advisable to back up data before installation.
Read also: All about the iPhone 14
iOS 16 is just around the corner
While iOS 15.6 is a relatively small update, iOS 16 brings a truly extensive update to iPhones and iPads. It introduces numerous new features and even a new look with customized widgets. A detailed list of all the new features can be found in the news about iOS 16.
Apple will present iOS 16 along with the new iPhone 14 models. The keynote is currently rumored to be on September 13.