Last updated:January 7, 2025, 11:33 IST
The iOS 18.2 update was released for iPhone users in December, but a new version was released this week.

A new iOS 18.2 version will be rolled out this week with these fixes
The new iOS 18.2.1 update is rolling out to iPhone users this week, and as expected, it’s not the most feature-rich version from Apple. It’s been less than a month since the iOS 18.2 update was released, but the .1 update appears to be a quick fix to improve some issues and address certain security concerns. The iOS 18.2 update was Apple’s second update to bring new AI features such as visual intelligence to some iPhone models.
iOS 18.2.1 Update: What’s in store
The iOS 18.2.1 update is available for download by iPhone users who already installed the iOS 18.2 version last month. Apple’s update notes simply say, “This update provides important bug fixes and is recommended for all users,” suggesting that you shouldn’t expect any new features with this version. I am.
Apple hasn’t even mentioned what the update fixes, but we’re hoping that AI-related errors are some of the changes iPhone users will get in the new version.
There are multiple reports suggesting that AI summarization tools on Apple devices are making gross errors regarding the details of news discovered and reported by media companies such as the BBC. People using the BBC News app have been informed of misleading details, such as popular tennis player Rafael Nadal announcing in front of the world that he is gay, which is completely false.
These emergency releases from Apple also address unknown security risks, so it’s important to update your iPhone right away.
iOS 18.2.1 update: How to install
– Go to “Settings” on your iPhone
– Click “General” and tap “Software Update”
– New update version pop-up will appear
– Authenticate downloads using a passcode
– The device will restart with iOS 18.2.1 version.
While the company is working on a big iOS 18.3 update scheduled to be released later this month, the iPadOS 18.2.1 update has also been rolled out for iPad users.