Apple has begun rolling out the long-awaited update of iOS 12.1 for all iPhones, iPads and iPods Touch eligible (6 e Gen).
The size of the software varies depending on the type of device. The new Apple iOS 12.1 is a big, incremental update and comes with several new features, including FaceTime Group, the activation of the Dual SIM feature for some iPhones with eSIM, new Emoji, improvements in the game. camera and more.
Here's how to install Apple iOS 12.1 on your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch (6 [19659008] Gen):
via OTA (Over-The-Air):
1. Settings >> General >> Software Update
[Tip: Users’ who want to install the update directly on the device via OTA, make sure to clear enough device storage space and also make sure the device has more than 50% battery life, before downloading the new OS firmware]
via iTunes
1. Save your iPhone or iPad with iCloud or iTunes.
2. Launch iTunes on your Mac or PC.
3. Make sure you are using the latest version of iTunes. Go to About then Look for updates or visit iTunes.com.
4. Plug in your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch if it is not already there.
5. Click on iPhone, iPad or iPod in the navigation menu at the top left.
6. Click the Find Updates button in the first section that contains information about your device. You can also click Restore if you want to clean your drive with updated software.
An update must be recognized, click Download and Update in the context menu to accept the terms and conditions.
8. Unlock your device with your pbadword if you are prompted to continue the upgrade.
Apple iOS 12.1: Key Features to Know
Preview of Depth Control in Portrait Mode:
Before iOS 12.1, the newly launched iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR had control functionality depth, but the user could only use it after taking the picture. Now, after upgrading to iOS 12.1, the aforementioned phones owners can set the depth control (F16-F1.4) in real time, before taking the picture. Portrait mode with depth control is also available on the TrueDepth camera for selfies, which includes Memoji and faster tracking of face tracking for third-party ARKit apps.