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iOS 17.4.1 Update for iPhone is Imminent

iOS 17.4.1 and iPadOS 17.4.1 should be released within the next few days, with a build number of 21E235, according to a source with a proven track record.

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MacRumors previously reported that Apple was internally testing iOS 17.4.1. As a minor update for the iPhone, it will likely address software bugs and/or security vulnerabilities. It is unclear if the update will include any other changes.

As to be expected, Apple has also been internally testing iOS 17.5, and the first beta of that update is likely to be released this week.

We consider it likely that there will also be a macOS 14.4.1 update for the Mac at some point, as there have been complaints about several bugs on macOS 14.4 related to USB hubs, Java, Bluetooth, printers, audio plugins, and more.

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Top Rated Comments

jamdex Avatar
29 months ago

Oh no! What do I do now!? How do I prepare for this imminent event?
So exciting, been waiting for this since 17.4
Score: 15 Votes (Like | Disagree)
klasma Avatar
29 months ago

iOS 17.4.1 Update for iPhone is Imminent
Oh no! What do I do now!? How do I prepare for this imminent event?
Score: 13 Votes (Like | Disagree)
29 months ago
I hope they release it on Patch Tuesday.
Sincerely,
Bill Gates
Score: 12 Votes (Like | Disagree)
klasma Avatar
29 months ago

Avoid reading the comments when its release article is up is a good start for a more positive view on humans and life in general.
I commend your sacrifice of still reading the comments.
Score: 10 Votes (Like | Disagree)
29 months ago
What we need is a fix for the usb hub macOS issue causing kernel panics. Where is that update?
Score: 10 Votes (Like | Disagree)
Jimmy Bubbles Avatar
29 months ago
this is the longest imminent deployment I've ever seen in recent history...
Score: 6 Votes (Like | Disagree)