Apple Releases iOS 9.0.2: Fixes for Cellular Data, iMessage Activation Issues, More

UPDATE – The security notes for iOS 9.0.2 say the update fixes the Lock Screen vulnerability that allowed bad guys to bypass the lock screen and access photos and contacts on a locked device. (Via MacRumors)

Apple on Wednesday released another update for iOS 9. iOS 9.0.2 is a security and maintenance update for the recently released mobile operating system. This is the second such release in the past week.

iOS 9.0.2 addresses the following issues:

  • Fixes an issue with the setting to turn on or off app cellular data usage
  • Resolves an issue that prevented iMessage activation for some users
  • Resolves an issue where an iCloud backup could be interrupted after starting a manual backup
  • Fixes an issue where the screen could incorrectly rotate when receiving notifications
  • Improves the stability of Podcasts

The update is available over the air on iOS 9 device via “Settings” -> “General” -> “Software Update.” The update is also available via iTunes on Macs and PCs.
Chris Hauk

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