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Apple set to release iOS 18.3.1 to fix bugs, enhance security
Update is expected to be available in coming weeks


(Web Desk): Apple is preparing to release iOS 18.3.1, an important update that will address security issues and fix bugs affecting iPhones.
According to a report from MacRumors, the update is expected to be available in the coming weeks, shortly after iOS 18.3 was released in late January.
Although details about iOS 18.3.1 are not fully known, it is expected to include important security improvements, especially focusing on vulnerabilities that may have been exploited in real-life cyberattacks. The iOS 18.3 update, which came out last month, included 29 security fixes, including one for a serious problem in CoreMedia (CVE-2025-24085). This issue could allow harmful apps to take control of devices. With security being a top priority, it’s likely iOS 18.3.1 will continue to address any new threats to protect users.
In addition to security fixes, iOS 18.3.1 will likely resolve several bugs that have affected users since the last update. One known issue is with Apple’s Intelligence notifications for news and entertainment apps, which were temporarily turned off in iOS 18.3 because of problems with the summaries. It’s not yet clear if these summaries will be fully restored in iOS 18.3.1 or in a future update, but Apple is working to fix the issue soon.
iOS 18.3.1 will be released before the next major update, iOS 18.4, which is expected in April. This makes iOS 18.3.1 a necessary update to fix any remaining issues and provide users with a stable experience while waiting for the bigger update.
As always, users should check for the latest iOS version to keep their devices secure and up to date. To do this, go to Settings > General > Software Update on your iPhone or iPad.

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