Apple releases iOS 16.6.1, iPadOS 16.6.1, and watchOS 9.6.2 with bug fixes; update now

Notably, iOS 16.6.1 arrives just over a month after the release of iOS 16.6, an update that brought bug fixes.

Currently, iOS 16.6.1 and iPadOS 16.6.1 can be downloaded wirelessly on eligible iPhones and iPads by navigating to Settings.

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It may take a few minutes for you to receive the update as Apple releases it simultaneously for all global users.

Meanwhile, watchOS 9.6.2 can be downloaded for free through the app on your iPhone by opening it and navigating to

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To install new software, ensure your Apple Watch has at least 50% battery, is placed on the charger, and remains within range of your ‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌iPhone‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌.

According to Apple's release notes, versions 16.6.1 of iPadOS and watchOS 9.6.2 include unspecified bug fixes and security enhancements. Users are advised to update their devices promptly. These might be the final updates for iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and watchOS 9 as Apple is expected to release their successors in the coming weeks.