iOS 12.1.3: Update makes cellular and WiFi connections of iPhones and iPads unusable

Already with the previous iOS 12.1.2 update, there was connectivity on some devices after the updateprotrouble. Now, however, it seems to be getting worse. Some users no longer have reception after the update – for example with WLAN.

Many users are currently advising against updating to iOS 12.1.3. Many users are reporting reception problems online after installing the latest version of iOS. Some have no reception via the mobile network or the Wi-Fi network. Many people are tweeting about these problems to the Apple support account.

iOS 12.1.3: Better to wait than download

So there is also messages via a slowed WiFi connection in iOS 12.1.3 - about 100 Mbit / s slower. On the other hand reported another user of problems – both at 2,4 and 5 GHz – on certain frequencies. The WLAN connection is often said to no longer work correctly. There are also said to be problems with mobile communications, such as this user reported on Twitter. However, the update works for some users proflawless. Nevertheless, we currently advise against installing the update. Unfortunately, Apple will probably not withdraw the update here either.

These software problems have been occurring more frequently at Apple recently. Nobody knows exactly what the cause is. However, bug fixes from previous updates often make the problem worse - as in this case. Save your nerves with problems with your cellular or Wi-Fi connection and wait.