iOS 8.0.2 Problems, Security Bugs: Issues Continue to Be Reported

It's only been weeks since the new iOS 8 was released for Apple users but the outcry of problems and issues has been consistent over that time.

The company though has been busy fixing the issues one by one, and they have already released the iOS 8.0.1 and now have also released a further fix, the iOS 8.0.2. The update has not fixed anything by any means though, and various users are still complaining online; some have even claimed the latest iOS 8.0.2 has created a few further problems.

Users have reported the need for another update before Apple actually jumps to another version — the 8.1.0, which has already been previewed by developers.

Users have reported problems with the iOS 8.0.2, which include difficulty in connecting to Wi-Fi, security issues, poor network signal and problems with Bluetooth connectivity. Problems with Bluetooth connectivity reportedly affect car users who need to sync their devices for calls.

According to Apple, the iOS 8.0.2 addresses the following:

• Fixes an issue in iOS 8.0.1 that impacted cellular network connectivity and Touch ID on iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus
• Fixes a bug so HealthKit apps can now be made available on the App Store
• Addresses an issue where 3rd party keyboards could become deselected when a user enters their passcode
• Fixes an issue that prevented some apps from accessing photos from the Photo Library
• Improves the reliability of the Reachability feature on iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus
• Fixes an issue that could cause unexpected cellular data usage when receiving SMS/MMS messages
• Better support of Ask To Buy for Family Sharing for In-App Purchases
• Fixes an issue where ringtones were sometimes not restored from iCloud backups
• Fixes a bug that prevented uploading photos and videos from Safari

Furthermore, according to the company, the new update "contains hundreds of new features", including the following:

• Messages improvements
• Photos improvements, Camera improvements
• QuickType keyboard
• Health app, Family Sharing
• iCloud Drive
• Spotlight improvements
• Mail improvements
• Siri improvements
• Safari improvements
• Maps improvements
• App Store improvements
• Quick access to key contacts in multitasking view
• Interactive Notifications for Messages, Mail, Calendar, Reminders and enabled third-party apps
• New Tips app to help you do more with your iOS devices
• iBooks app built into iOS, now with auto night mode and new organization for book series
• Podcasts app built into iOS
• Battery usage by app
• iCloud Keychain can use saved website passwords to easily sign in to associated apps
• FaceTime Audio call waiting
• Rich text editing in Notes
• Peer-to-peer AirPlay discovery and playback
• Enterprise features
• Accessibility features
• Features for China
• Expanded language support
• New developer capabilities and Bug fixes

However, Apple added, "Some features may not be available for all countries or all areas".