The iOS 18 release has sparked much excitement, though, as with all new software releases, this came with its share of issues. From across the globe, users reported a number of glitches impacting their experience with Apple’s latest software. While it is mostly likely that these issues will continue to resolve with new releases, it is still important to understand what the issues are and how to mitigate them. Below we will discuss the biggest iOS 18 glitches reported thus far and ways to fix them.

1. Wi-Fi Problems

Wi-Fi problems are among the most common problems users have reported after the iOS 18 upgrade. Users reported Wi-Fi that constantly disconnects, slows down or will not connect at all. These interruptions can be particularly annoying, especially when trying to access an online resource.

Fixes:

1. Power cycle your iPhone.
2. Forget the Wi-Fi connection and reconnect.
3. Reset your iPhone’s network setting. You can do this by going to Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings.
4. Reboot your Wi-fi router.

In some cases, simply changing your DNS settings on the iPod have resolved connectivity issues. Also, simply power cycling the router has also been a quick fix too.

2. Touchscreen Issues

Another common problem has been the phone’s touchscreen stops responding. Users have reported freezing screens and or lagging touch functionality after upgrading to iOS 18. These issues greatly inhibit users from interacting with their devices, which can range anywhere from a slight inconvenience to complete non-responsiveness.

Fixes:

1. Wipe down your iPhone’s screen or case to ensure no obstructions.
2. Force restart your iPhone (Holding the volume up button and the power button until the Apple logo appears, this will do a hard reset of the device).
3. If force restarting does not help, the next step is to to restore the device through iTunes.

3. Battery Drain

With nearly every new iOS version, users report increased battery drain, and iOS 18 is no different. Many users have noted that their battery discharges faster than it did on iOS 17. This usually stems from new features that require more resources, background processes running more frequently, or general software bugs.

Fixes:

Disable background app refresh using Settings > General > Background App Refresh.
Turn off location on apps that do not require constant tracking (Settings > Privacy > Location Services).
Reduce motion, and screen brightness may help conserve battery.
If the drain continues, it is recommended to monitor each iOS 18 update as Apple will deliver patches to “fix the bugs”.

4. iPhone stuck in Recovery Mode

A serious complaint about iOS 18 is some users’ iPhones stay in Recovery Mode after trying to perform an update. This occurs when the update process is paused, or an iOS 18 file could be corrupted. The device is essentially unusable.

Fixes:

Force restart your iPhone.
Connect the device to a Mac or PC and restore it to a previous version of iOS using iTunes.
There are also third-party tools that may help like Tenorshare ReiBoot.

5. Dynamic Island Glitch

The Dynamic Island feature that was introduced with iOS 16 has had some interesting glitches for some users while in iOS 18. One is after Face ID, while in the Dynamic Island animation spins strangely making the user unsure if the unlock completed or not. This appears to happen if your apps are locked but the screen itself is not locked.

Fixes:

There is currently no fix available for this bug from Apple, but it is expected progress will be made with each iOS 18 update. Until then, restarting the app or device will temporarily assist the user till the next app or lock screen is approved​.

6. Problem with Lock Screen Notifications

A frustrating glitch in iOS 18 is when lock screen notifications are not working. Some users have said they are not receiving any text or call notifications, and when they try to pull up the notifications, they snap back down forcibly.

Fix:

-Look at Settings > Notifications > Show Previews and make sure Allow Access When Locked is toggled ON.
-Possibly turn off “Scheduled Summary.”
-Check if “Do Not Disturb” is enabled and eventually TURN it OFF.

7. Home Screen Not Loading

There are a number of users reporting their Home Screen is not loading especially after deleting a widget. The iPhone goes back to the lock screen and becomes unusable temporarily.

Fix:

-You can try restarting your iPhone.
-Try not deleting widgets instantly after updating to iOS 18. –This looks like it triggers the glitch.
-Apple is most probably releasing a patch fixing this.

8. App Crashing/Incompatibility

Some apps are reporting crashing and won’t open at all due to iOS 18’s new APIs. This is primarily the case for apps that haven’t been optimized yet.

Fix:

-Check the Apps Store for updates to these apps. Developers are usually quick to patch these issues.
-Reinstallation also may fix the compatibility issue.

9. Apple ID/Authentication Error

An interesting problem reported by a few users is when Apple ID authentication fails. Users attempting to use some apps sometimes receive a “Could Not Authenticate” error or are told their Apple ID is ineligible to use these apps.

Fixes:

– Log out of your Apple ID account, then log back in.
– Clear the Safari browser caches.
– Make sure your device is fully up to date with the latest version of iOS 18.
– In some cases, reaching out to Apple Support may be required to resolve more elaborate authentication problems​

My final Thoughts on iOS 18

While iOS 18 is a new operating system with cool new features and improvements, early users are experiencing several bugs that diminish usability. Fortunately, many of these issues can be worked around or fixed with a simple troubleshooting procedures, and Apple will release an update to fix the more critical bugs at some point.

It’s easy to lose some patience when an operating system receives major patch updates, so keep an eye on new patches Apple will release over the next couple weeks. If you experience any of the issues about which we’ve written, please consider following the fixes outlined whenever possible. Remember, iOS updates are meant to be an improvement in user experience, even if it takes a few bumpy days on the ride.

more news and incoming update on iOS 18 visit the official apple website https://www.apple.com/

Keeping updated and vigilant, you will find ways to minimize those early bugs and enjoy most of the new iOS 18 features available to you.

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