iOS 8.4.1 is a recent unexpected update from Apple to users worldwide. If you're using iPhone 4s, iPhone 5, 5s, or iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, you might be wondering whether to upgrade to iOS 8.4.1 at this moment. Check out our advice below.
Firstly, are you a fan of Apple Music? If so, consider upgrading to iOS 8.4.1 for a better Apple Music experience. It addresses issues like hidden songs on Apple Music, iCloud Music Library not working, adding songs to playlists, and fixing Love button issues on Connect for artists.
Next, do you need jailbreak? If yes, then you should not hastily upgrade to iOS 8.4.1 as Apple has blocked jailbreaking on this version. However, if you're not into tinkering but prefer stability, iOS 8.4.1 is worth the upgrade.
For iPhone 4s, operating on iOS 8 can be quite burdensome. If you're currently using iOS 7 and find it smooth, think twice before moving to iOS 8.4.1. Your device might lag and stutter due to the many new features updated compared to iOS 7, making it significantly heavier.
If you're certain about updating to iOS 8.4.1, ensure your device has over 50% battery, back up your data before the upgrade, and if your device is jailbroken, avoid updating via OTA. To update to iOS 8.4.1, users navigate to Settings > General > Software Update. Check for version 12H32, or update directly on your device through OTA using the high-speed download link for iOS 8.4 provided here: download iOS 8.4