iOS 8.0.1 will reportedly fix issues with visual voicemail, keyboard, VPN, and more

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Somewhat unlike Apple, but here we go again. iOS 8.0.2 is now out fixing the bugs below, but without bricking any phones. If you don't feel like updating right away or are not having any problems right now, why not wait a day or two until the air is clear.

iOS 8.0.2 release notes:

  • 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 third-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

The original story follows below:

Update 3: Confirming the problem, Apple has now pulled iOS 8.0.1. The flaw seems to primarily affect iPhone 6 and 6 Plus users, although some users on older devices are apparently having trouble too.

Update 2: Some users are reporting an issue with iOS 8.0.1 giving them "No Service" messages after upgrading and also problems with Touch ID. We've tested it on an iPhone 5s and encountered neither so far but you might want to hold off until there's confirmation from Apple.

Update: Well that was fast, iOS 8.0.1 is now available. Full release notes below.

Apple has already prepared the first maintenance update for iOS 8, its latest mobile operating system. Dubbed iOS 8.0.1, the update addresses several bugs, including problems with:

  • Call forwarding and freezing when accessing visual voicemail
  • Keypad not showing up to enter iCloud Keychain verification codes
  • Videos occasionally not playing on Safari
  • AirDrop support for Passbook passes
  • Installation of VPN profiles

Released last week, iOS 8 brought along several new features including Continuity, third-party keyboards, Notification Center Widgets, and more. But following the upgrade, users have been reporting several issues, especially related to Wi-Fi connectivity and battery life, both of which doesn't appear to be addressed in this first update, although it's not yet confirmed.

Earlier this month, word got out that the Cupertino-based company was preparing to seed carrier partners with iOS 8.0.1 even before officially announcing the launch plans for iOS 8. The latest report claims that the update has already been provided to carrier partners ahead of its upcoming public release, for which no date is available yet -- although if the update is indeed at the carrier stage, it should roll out soon.

Despite the issues, iOS 8 adoption has been brisk, with Apple claiming nearly half of the devices that connect to the iOS App Store are now running its latest mobile OS.

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https://www.techspot.com/news/58180-ios-802-fixes-issues-with-keyboard-healthkit-and-more.html

 
Don't upgrade to 8.0 wait for 8.0.1.... I'm running a 5s and was silly enough to install the update yesterday along with all my other devices at home for my patch Tuesday. That was a fail. My phones been such a pain in the *** since then, I've been poking and pounding my screen hoping for some response out of it. Ugh. Can't wait till my carrier pushes out 8.0.1. Apple needs Jobs back, Cook is a clown and taking Apple down the Ballmer route. Maybe iOS 8 will become the Vistas of iOS.
Just read some initial impressions on he BB Passport sounds like a productivity winner to me. I need to get rid of this iToy.
 
We have 4 iPhone 5s' and two Ipads, including 1 that uses VPN regularly. All upgraded to iOS 8. None of us have experienced any issues at all.. Is it possible that it has something to do with carrier adjustments?
 
I have experienced the Safari video issue - videos stopped playing and rebooting or closing Safari made no different. Also I bought Swype keyboard which is very good but the phone occasionally forgets I've selected it and returns me to the default keyboard until I reselect it again.
 
Will be hard to fix the bending problem with a software update. ;)

I work in a large IT shop of F300 company that develops both Android/iOS apps and we are finding more issues with our apps on iOS8. Apple needs to ensure backwards compatibility with iOS7 apps. iOS fragmentation is getting worse while Android is dealing with theirs. We used to UAT (user acceptance test) on just a few iOS devices and a bunch of Android devices. Now we just test Android devices with each version of Android and are now adding more iOS devices. IE, iPhone 2/3 and older iPads can't get iOS8 meanwhile Google has put out the same version of Google Services (APIs that devs use) across all versions back to Android 2.x - only about 5% of Android devices don't have 2.x or higher.

The result is that newer Android apps are more stable on old version of Android than newer iOS apps across new or older versions of iOS. There are other tests that show iOS apps are more buggy than Android across many OS versions/devices.
 
Someone at work bought an iPhone 6 for their son but he has been unable to use it as cannot install the sim as you need a special screwdriver. I must say I was little surprised. Has anyone else had this issue?
 
It's the same SIM installation as all the previous iPhones: push pin into the side tray. It's on the right side of iPhone 6. There will be a push pin inside the iPhone box the phone came in.
 
I upgraded iPhone 5 and iPad 4 to iOS 8 on the day it went out. None of the reported issues were encountered. It all must be related to your provider + the phone generation + series + software installed + available space + God knows what else. All mine devices work perfectly with iOS 8.
 
Guest said:
It's the same SIM installation as all the previous iPhones: push pin into the side tray. It's on the right side of iPhone 6. There will be a push pin inside the iPhone box the phone came in.
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I shall mention that but I suspect it was missing from the box!
 
DanMaze said:
We have 4 iPhone 5s' and two Ipads, including 1 that uses VPN regularly. All upgraded to iOS 8. None of us have experienced any issues at all.. Is it possible that it has something to do with carrier adjustments?
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It's only affected new Iphones 6/6+.
 
't realize educated people bought underpowered and overpriced products. I guess education doesn't necessarily prevent ignorance.
 
Railman said:
Someone at work bought an iPhone 6 for their son but he has been unable to use it as cannot install the sim as you need a special screwdriver. I must say I was little surprised. Has anyone else had this issue?
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That funny looking little thing with the sharp point that comes bundled with all iPhone 6's is called a sim ejector, tell that person, or maybe you can show them (I assume you have more intelligence than typical iSheep) how to shove it into the little hole on the sim tray and push, the sim tray will then pop out allowing a sim card to be inserted then stand back and watch the incredulous look on their face.
 
Skidmarksdeluxe said:
That funny looking little thing with the sharp point that comes bundled with all iPhone 6's is called a sim ejector, tell that person, or maybe you can show them (I assume you have more intelligence than typical iSheep) how to shove it into the little hole on the sim tray and push, the sim tray will then pop out allowing a sim card to be inserted then stand back and watch the incredulous look on their face.
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Ironically I did mention that tool but apparently the item was probably thrown out with the packaging!
 
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