You can’t knock a forthcoming iOS update, especially after a gigantic switch from iOS 17 to iOS 18.
Apple appears to be internally testing iOS 18.0.1 for the iPhone, based on evidence of the software update in various website’s analytics this week.
iOS 18.0.1 is expected to be a minor update focused on bug fixes as opposed to new features. Issues that could be addressed include sorting out touchscreen issues affecting the new iPhone 16 series as well as older models. Other fixes could include a resolution for an iMessage bug where a shared Apple Watch face can cause the app to repeatedly crash, and iPadOS 18 bricking some iPad Pro units with the M4 chip.
It’s unknown as to when iOS 18.0.1 will be released, but the rumor mill seems to be guessing towards the end of next week.
iOS 18.0.1 will precede iOS 18.1, which Apple previously announced will be released in October. Already available in beta, iOS 18.1 includes the first Apple Intelligence features for the iPhone, including writing tools, notification summaries, and more. Apple Intelligence is available on the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and any iPhone 16 model.
Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.