Apple just publicly released its new iPhone update on Thursday, which brings additions like an optional systemwide dark theme, a Street View-like feature for Apple Maps, and new privacy-oriented features. It also, however, has introduced many bugs to the iPhone owners who have installed it so far.
In the hours following the launch of iOS 13, users have complained about a variety of glitches that affect elements such as Bluetooth, WiFi, and the on-screen keyboard. More critically, the software shipped with a flaw that, when exploited, could allow an intruder to bypass the lock screen and access a user's contacts, CNN Business and Ars Technica reported.
Apple will be shipping a software update called iOS 13.1 on September 24 to address this flaw, as well as other general bugs. It'll also bring new features that were originally announced as being part of iOS 13, including the ability to share an ETA from Maps and add Siri shortcuts to HomeKit automations.
Apple did not immediately respond to Business Insider's request for comment.
It's not uncommon for new operating-system updates to come with a few minor bugs. Apple typically releases a smaller update after each major iOS system update to patch general bugs, but it's unusual for the company to move up such a release in this way.
That's why it can be wise to wait a couple of days before installing the latest update. But that doesn't mean you should avoid updating entirely â software updates usually introduce important security-bug fixes, which can be critical to keeping your device safe.
It's not the first time Apple has come under scrutiny for launching software that's noticeably affected the user experience. When iOS 8.0.1 launched in 2014 â a small update that was meant to be a follow-up to iOS 8 â many users reported that their cellular connections had been disabled and encountered issues with Touch ID.