Bottom line: Chop-chop draining batteries or an abrasive system app bug usually pushes iPhone and iPad owners to download Apple tree's latest software update promptly. iOS/iPadOS 14.4, nevertheless, should likely be given more attention given that this release addresses three security vulnerabilities that Apple says "may accept been actively exploited." Ane of these is a kernel-level problems, while two are WebKit exploits that could allow for arbitrary code execution from a remote hacker.

With iOS fourteen.iv, owners of uniform iPhone models (6s and upward) will exist able to scan smaller QR codes, thanks to a tweaked Camera app. Those on the iPhone 12 series will at present as well get a notification if their phone'due south camera hardware has been replaced with non-Apple tree parts.

Additionally, the update adds a new option under Settings to classify the type of third-party Bluetooth sound device in-employ and so the phone can correctly place connected headphones and send relevant audio notifications. Bug fixes, meanwhile, include the post-obit:

  • Prototype artifacts could appear in HDR photos taken with iPhone 12 Pro
  • Fitness widget may not brandish updated Activity data
  • Typing may be delayed and give-and-take suggestions may not appear in the keyboard
  • The keyboard may non come up in the correct language in Messages
  • Audio stories from the News app in CarPlay may not resume after existence paused for spoken directions or Siri
  • Enabling Switch Command in Accessibility may prevent phone calls from being answered from the Lock Screen

Apple has also included security fixes for 3 vulnerabilities in iOS/iPadOS 14.4, ane being a kernel-level exploit that could allow a malicious app drag privileges and two being WebKit-related issues that could let an aggressor to execute harmful code remotely on an affected device. Apple says that all three security loopholes were reported by anonymous security researchers and that it volition provide more than info regarding these vulnerabilities in the future.

Updates were likewise rolled out for tvOS, with version fourteen.4 focusing on bug fixes and optimizations, every bit well equally watchOS seven.iii that packs the following list of features, improvements, and bug fixes:

  • Unity watch confront—inspired by the colors of the Pan-African Flag, the shapes change throughout the twenty-four hour period as yous move creating a face that's unique to you
  • Time to Walk for Apple tree Fettle+ subscribers—an sound experience in the Conditioning app where guests share inspiring stories every bit you walk
  • ECG app on Apple Watch Series 4 or subsequently in Nihon, Mayotte, Philippines, and Thailand
  • Irregular heart rhythm notifications in Nippon, Mayotte, Philippines, Taiwan, and Thailand
  • Fix for an issue where Control Center and Notification Heart may be unresponsive when Zoom is enabled