The recent developments around Apple’s iOS haven’t left all users of the operating system happy, as several bugs were introduced which served to annoy many to a large extent. Still, Apple are obviously dedicated to supporting their system and are generally quick to address problems like these when they arise, which is evident in the latest release of iOS 8.1.2. The update delivers various features that users have been requesting for a while, mostly in the form of bug fixes.
Actually, no major features have been added, although the number of fixed bugs should definitely please any regular user of the operating system. Among those is a notorious bug which was introduced in 8.1.1, due to which users have been losing their ringtones from iTunes. With iOS 8.1.2, this should no longer happen, as the accidental deleting has been resolved.
Apple are also continuing their battle against the jailbreak community, for better or worse – the new iOS 8.1.2 makes the TaiG jailbreak obsolete, which was the most prominent method on the scene lately. However, it wasn’t long after the release of the new OS version that the jailbreak community announced a patch in the works for 8.1.2. Many experts commenting on the ongoing issue have stated that it’s a futile battle for Apple, one that they simply cannot win, but can certainly pour a lot of resources into for no reason.
Users who’re running a jailbroken device should refrain from updating to 8.1.2 until the new jailbreak has been released publicly, which shouldn’t be long from now, according to reports. On the other hand, those who have been getting annoyed with the various bugs introduced in 8.1.1 might find themselves unable to resist the temptation. Depending on how one uses their device, the lack of access to a reliable jailbreak may or may not be a dealbreaker for some users, although it’s still something to keep in mind before reaching for that update button.
In any case, it’s good to see that Apple are putting effort into the support of iOS, even if parts of it have been targeted in questionable directions. Some have been stating that if the company puts less effort in fighting against jailbreakers, and more effort on improving the actual usability of the operating system, it would do them a lot more good in the long run, both in terms of OS functionality, as well as user trust. Of course, the company has its own plans and they will likely continue to do things like they have until now, as the situation with the locked iOS obviously suits them. The closed platform does have its advantages, but it’s questionable if it’s the right move for the future.