Apple iOS 16.1.2 update brings important changes- What it is and why you should install

Apple iOS 16.1.2 update: The US-based technology giant Apple has released iOS 16.1.2 update for iPhone users globally. The latest iOS update introduces improved compatibility with wireless carriers along with Crash Detection optimization on the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro models.

The iOS 16.1.2 update can be downloaded on eligible iPhones over-the-air by going to Settings > General > Software Update.

This update provides important security updates and the following enhancements for your iPhone: - Improved compatibility with wireless carriers, Crash Detection optimizations on iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro models

Crash Detection optimization could perhaps involve improvements to prevent the ‌iPhone 14‌ models from calling emergency services when users are enjoying rollercoasters and other intense rides. There have been multiple reports of accidental Crash Detection activations at amusement park, the MacRumors reported. 

"iOS 16.1.2 will be followed by iOS 16.2, an update that is being beta tested and is expected to see a launch in December. iOS 16.2 introduces the Freeform app, new Home app architecture, and other features," the report added.

Recently, Apple released iOS 16.1.1 and iPadOS 16.1.1 with bug fixes. iOS 16.1.1 fixec a few unspecified bugs that iPhone users have been dealing with, according to Apple's release notes. Users have been afflicted with widespread Wi-Fi bug, for example. The Wi-Fi bug resulted in random disconnects, with some users unable to stay connected to their Wi-Fi networks.