iOS 11.4 Update Released, Download Now for iPhone and iPad

iOS 11.4 Update Released, Download Now for iPhone and iPad

Apple has released iOS 11.4 for iPhone and iPad. The latest iOS software update focuses primarily on the inclusion of AirPlay 2 support, some HomePod updates, and the addition of Messages in iCloud support, though there are a handful of other features and bug fixes as well. The full release notes are included below, along with a quick tutorial on how to update your iPhone or iPad to iOS 11.4, along with iOS 11.4 IPSW download links for more advanced users. Separately, Apple also released tvOS 11.4 for Apple TV and watchOS 4.3.1 for Apple Tv. Additionally, has been released along with Security Updates for Mac users. Always to iCloud or iTunes, or both, before installing any iOS software update. The update will download and install, the device will reboot itself to complete the process. Users can also choose to install iOS 11.4 on their iPhone or iPad by using iTunes when they connect a device to their computer by USB. Another option is to use IPSW firmware files. is considered advanced but its not particularly difficult, it does require iTunes and a computer, along with a USB cable, however. The links below to firmware files point to Apple servers: Most users are better off installing iOS 11.4 through Software Update or iTunes. Release notes accompanying the iOS 11.4 download include the following: iOS 11.4 includes AirPlay 2 multi-room audio, support for HomePod stereo pairs, and Messages in iCloud. This update also includes bug fixes and improvements. AirPlay 2 Control your home audio system and AirPlay 2-enabled speakers throughout your house Play music at the same time on multiple AirPlay 2-enabled speakers in your house, all in sync Control AirPlay 2-enabled speakers from Control Center, the Lock screen, or AirPlay controls within apps on your iPhone or iPad Use your voice to control AirPlay 2-enabled speakers with Siri from your iPhone or iPad, HomePod, or Apple TV Take a call or play a game on your iPhone or iPad without interrupting playback on your AirPlay 2-enabled speakers HomePod stereo pair This update supports setting up your HomePod stereo pair using your iPhone or iPad HomePod pair automatically senses its location in the room and balances the sound based on the speakers locations Advanced beamforming provides wider soundstage than traditional stereo pair HomePod will automatically update to support stereo pairs, unless auto updates are disabled in the Home app Messages in iCloud Store your messages, photos, and other attachments in iCloud and free up space on your devices All your messages appear when you sign into a new device with the same iMessage account When you delete messages and conversations they are instantly removed from all your devices To turn on Messages in iCloud, enable Messages in iCloud settings (Settings > [your name] > iCloud) Your conversations continue to be end-to-end encrypted Other improvements and fixes Enables teachers to assign their students reading activities in iBooks using the Schoolwork app Fixes an issue where certain character sequences could cause Messages to crash Addresses a Messages issue that could cause some messages to appear out of order Addresses an issue that could prevent logging in or accessing files on Google Drive, Google Docs and Gmail in Safari Fixes an issue that could prevent data syncing in Health Fixes an issue that could prevent users from changing what apps can access Health data Resolves an issue that could cause an app to appear in an incorrect location on the Home screen Fixes an issue where CarPlay audio could become distorted Fixes an issue where selecting music from your iPhone could fail when playing music over Bluetooth or when connected to USB on some vehicles For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: https://support.apple.com/kb/HT201222 Separately, Apple also released tvOS 11.4 for Apple TV and watchOS 4.3.1 for Apple TV, which can be installed through their respective Settings apps. .