Apple iOS 12.3.1 update released to fix iMessage and VoLTE issues
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Apple has just released another iOS update, which addresses a couple of issues that many iPhone users have complained of lately. If you’re rocking an iPhone as your daily driver, you should be able to see a notification on your device letting you know that you can download iOS 12.3.1, the latest firmware software released by Apple.
As far as the contents of the update go, Apple says that iOS 12.3.1, which was released just two weeks after iOS 12.3, addresses an issue that could prevent iPhone users from making or receiving VoLTE (voice over LTE) calls.
Also, the update fixes many of the problems in the Messages app, including those that could cause messages from unknown senders to pop up in one’s conversation list even though the Filter Unknown Senders option is enabled.
Another Messages fix should solve another bug with Messages, which could prevent the Report Junk link from appearing in the app’s threads from unknown senders.
In other news, Apple is gearing up for the next major iOS 13 updates. Keep in mind though that Apple hasn’t yet confirmed anything about iOS 13, so take it with a tint of salt until the update is announced.
Questions & Answers
Q.What specific problems with the Messages app does the iOS 12.3.1 update address?
What specific problems with the Messages app does the iOS 12.3.1 update address?
The update fixes issues where messages from unknown senders appeared in conversation lists despite the filter being enabled. It also resolves a bug preventing the 'Report Junk' link from showing in threads from unknown senders.
Q.What is the primary connectivity issue that this new iOS update aims to resolve?
What is the primary connectivity issue that this new iOS update aims to resolve?
The iOS 12.3.1 update is designed to address a problem that could stop iPhone users from successfully making or receiving VoLTE (voice over LTE) calls, improving communication reliability.
Q.How recently was the previous iOS version released before this new update?
How recently was the previous iOS version released before this new update?
The iOS 12.3.1 update was released just two weeks after its predecessor, iOS 12.3. This indicates a fairly rapid release cycle to address recent issues.
Q.Has Apple provided any official details regarding the upcoming iOS 13 update?
Has Apple provided any official details regarding the upcoming iOS 13 update?
No, Apple has not yet confirmed anything about iOS 13. Readers are advised to treat information about it with caution until an official announcement is made by the company.
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