Apple has released the first update to iOS 6, set to fix a few bugs and improve performance. iOS 6.0.1 is available through the usual methods, over-the-air (OTA) or iTunes.
The update is about a 38MB to 48MB download, depending on device, and can be accessed by navigating to Settings > General > Software Update and clicking on Download and Install.
iOS 6.0.1 addresses the following issues:
- Fixes a bug where horizontal lines may be displayed across the keyboard
iOS 6.0.1 Software Update
- Fixes an issue that could cause camera flash to not go off
- Improves reliability of iPhone 5 and iPod touch (5th generation) when connected to encrypted WPA2 Wi-Fi networks
- Resolves an issue that prevents iPhone from using the cellular network in some instances
- Consolidated the Use Cellular Data switch for iTunes Match
- Fixes a Passcode Lock bug which sometimes allowed access to Passbook pass details from lock screen
- Fixes a bug affecting exchange meetings
Apple also released a beta version of iOS 6.1 to developers. The main change is reportedly the addition of a system that allows developers to use Apple’s maps within their applications.
