iOS 13.3 for iPhone: We are now giving iOS 13 on iPhones a cautious green light for iPhone 7 and newer. I say cautious because some of the earliest adopters experienced a fair number of bugs. However, John, Sarah and I are not having any issues, and Apple has released several patches already. We all have newer iPhones, and that could be why we are faring better than some others.
All this to say, even though Apple approves iOS 13 for iPhone 6S and newer, an older device might see a big hit to battery capacity. Apple has already released several patches for iOS 13 and each one brings more security.
iOS 13 is a nice upgrade with some interesting new features and lots of security tweaks. Here is the complete list from Apple.
The Photos app received a pretty comprehensive revamp and will behave very differently, so please be aware. As with any major upgrade, you will see a fair number of interface changes, so be prepared.
If you choose to upgrade your device yourself, please backup first. You will also need to update any apps that offer updates via the App Store on your iPhone.
Call us if you need or want assistance with this.
iPadOS 13.3: Apple has given the iPad its very own OS dedicated to allowing your iPad to function better as a replacement for a laptop, and to be better integrated with external devices. We have the same advice as for the iPhone above: a cautious green light. For most users, the changes will be more inline with those on iPhones. However, it does open up more options for those thinking of switching to iPad use and retiring their computers.
Here is Apple's complete list of iPad features in the new iOS.
To Update Your iPhone or iPad to the New OS
1. Update all the third party apps on your iPhone/iPad by touching on the App store icon, which may or may not have a red number on it. When the App store opens, touch on the word Updates at the bottom of the screen.
This list will show you available updates at the top. As long as you are connected to wi-fi, you can just click on Update All. This ensures ongoing compatibility for these apps.
NOTE: IF YOU USE HEARING AIDS WITH YOUR IPHONE, contact your hearing aid provider to ensure that your iPhone stays compatible BEFORE UPGRADING!
2. Make sure your iPhone or iPad is backed up. For most folks this happens via iCloud. (Check here: Settings > Your Name > iCloud > Backups. This screen will show you the last time your device backed up.) You will also have an option to Backup Now, and that is a good thing to do right before upgrading.
3. Plug your iPhone /iPad into power and be sure you are connected to a wireless network. Touch on Settings > General > Software Update. You will see either 'install now' or 'download and install.' Follow the on-screen prompts and you should be good to go. Be patient some of the upgrade steps take time and you may have to reply to on screen prompts.
Your iPhone or iPad will restart - possibly more than once, and you will have to answer a series of questions and enter your iCloud/Apple ID Password. Then you can begin using the new system.
If you are at all unsure about upgrading, we will be happy to help you through the process. Just give us a call at 707-573-9649.
If you want to avoid the update, when prompted to update touch on Later, and then on the next screen touch on Remind Me Later. You will have to repeat this process every day or so.
