Apple releases iOS 13.1.1 to address Battery drain, Backup, Siri and Keyboard vulnerability issues

Apple has released an iOS 13.1.1 update includes a handful of bug fixes and improvements. The update includes a fix for a battery drain issue plaguing users across the board. It also resolves a problem that may impact Siri’s ability to recognize requests on the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max.

The latest update also addresses a problem that prevents iPhones from being restored from backups. The problem which caused Reminders to sync slowly has also been addressed and A fix for the bug that might cause Safari search suggestions to re-enable after being turned off.

Also, a security vulnerability in iOS 13 that allowed third-party keyboards to gain full access to a device even without users permission has been patched.

Apple’s release notes, the iOS 13.1.1 update addresses the following bugs:

• Fixes issues that could prevent iPhone restoring from backup
• Addresses an issue that could cause battery to drain more quickly
• Fixes an issue that could impact recognition of Siri requests on iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max
• Resolves a problem where Safari search suggestions may re-enable after turning them off
• Addresses an issue that could cause Reminders to sync slowly
• Fixes a security issue for third-party keyboard apps

There are also separate release notes for the iPad, but the update addresses the same issues:

• Fixes issues that could prevent iPad restoring from backup
• Addresses an issue that could cause battery to drain more quickly
• Resolves a problem where Safari search suggestions may re-enable after turning them off
• Addresses an issue that could cause Reminders to sync slowly
• Fixes a security issue for third-party keyboard apps

The iOS 13.1.1 update mostly focuses on bug fixes so do not expect any major changes. Users with a device that is compatible with iOS 13.1.1 can grab the update over-the-air by navigating to Settings -> General -> Software Update. If you want, you can also install the update through iTunes by connecting your iOS device to a computer.

Some may be irritated that there is yet another update to install but others will view it as Apple being quick to roll out fixes.