When it comes to operating system updates, we at igamesnews encourage users to install them as soon as possible. Updates sometimes have cool new features, but it’s the bug fixes and security updates that are the most important.
But many think there’s a good argument for waiting, and with iOS 16.4, iPadOS 16.4, and macOS 13.3, Apple has proven that argument. These updates introduced a number of bugs that caused issues, none of which are minor. They all have bugs that can seriously disrupt your ability to use your devices.
Apple is apparently aware of the issues and MacRumors reports that iOS 16.4.1 is in development to fix iPhone bugs. Checking for a macOS Ventura 13.3.1 update has not been done, but we assume it is also in progress. In the meantime, here are some of the widely reported bugs found with iOS 16.4 and macOS Ventura 13.3 that a point release will hopefully fix, and if you haven’t updated, you should probably wait.
iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 Known Issues
- Weather app: The Weather app that many of us rely on to set the tone for the day is having trouble displaying the forecast. Earlier this week, the Weather app suffered a complete data outage, and although service has been restored (according to Apple’s System Status website), the app is still working wobbly.
- Battery drain: There always seem to be a number of users who experience reduced battery life when an update is released. But the number of anecdotal accounts, such as those from Apple’s support community, seem to be more common with iOS 16.4. YouTuber iAppleBytes has a video demonstration of a Geekbench battery test with iOS 16.4 that supports the shortened battery life claim.
- Home app: The Home app, used to control smart home devices, got an architecture update, but Apple stumbled in its rollout. It was initially offered in iOS 16.2, but was removed and later released with iOS 16.4. Now there are a number of complaints about the reworked app, iMore reports.
macOS Ventura 13.3 Known Issues
- Universal control and transfer: These features, which rely on iCloud connectivity, stopped working for some users after installing 13.3. The workaround is to sign out of iCloud and then sign back in, but that can cause a whole lot of headaches, especially if you’re using iCloud to sync your photo library.
- home directory: macOS 13.3 introduces an issue with users’ home directories saved on external drives. A workaround for this issue is to disable System Integrity Protection, but that’s not ideal. An email from igamesnews reader Andy in the UK suggests there are more issues than meets the eye with iCloud and SIP, and I tend to agree.
- A look: Although I haven’t had this issue, many users in Apple’s support community are unable to get Quick Look to work in macOS 13.3. As someone who uses Quick Look all the time, this bug would drive me crazy.
