How to Download iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 for Your iPhone and iPad

Apple has recently released iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4, two updates that come with a number of new features, enhancements, and bug fixes for your iPhone and iPad. In this article, we will show you what’s new in these updates, which devices are compatible, how to back up your device before updating, how to download and install the updates, and how to troubleshoot some common problems after updating.

What’s New in iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4

iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 bring a lot of improvements and additions to your iPhone and iPad, ranging from updated emoji characters to web push notifications on the iPad. Here are some of the highlights:

New Emoji Characters

iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 include new emoji characters that were first approved in September 2022 by the Unicode Consortium. Added emojis include shaking head, pink heart, blue heart, gray heart, donkey, moose, black bird, goose, wing, jellyfish, hyacinth, pea pod, ginger, fan, comb, flute, maracas, and a number of left and right facing hand options. There are 21 new emoji in all.

Safari Web Push Notifications

Now that iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 are here, you can take advantage of web-based notifications from Safari on your iPhone or iPad. This feature allows you to receive notifications from websites through Safari, just like notifications sent from App Store apps. Only websites that you save as a web app on the Home Screen can request to send push notifications.

Voice Isolation for Phone Calls

Voice-isolating tech is common on several phone brands’ devices, such as Clear Calling on the Pixel 7, and helps reduce background noise while you’re talking so the person at the other end can hear you better. This was already a feature for other iOS services like FaceTime and WhatsApp, but Apple is bringing this to other iPhone phone calls.

Other Enhancements and Bug Fixes

iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 also include a number of other enhancements and bug fixes for your iPhone and iPad, such as:

• Support for PlayStation 5 DualSense Edge controller
• New order tracking widget for Apple Pay purchases
• New action options for the Shortcuts app
• New features for the Podcasts app
• Fixes for Siri not being responsive
• Fixes for an emoji not showing its skin tone variations
• Fixes for over 30 security exploits

Which Devices Are Compatible with iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4

You can use iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 with these devices:

If you have one of these devices, you can update to iOS 16.4 or iPadOS 16.4 for free.

How to Back Up Your Device Before Updating

Before you update your device, it’s always a good idea to back up your data in case something goes wrong during the update process. You can back up your device using iCloud or your computer.

Back Up Using iCloud

To back up your device using iCloud, follow these steps:

1. Connect your device to a Wi-Fi network.
2. Go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup.
3. Tap Back Up Now and wait for the backup to complete.
4. You can check the progress and confirm the backup by going to Settings > [your name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup. Under Back Up Now, you should see the date and time of your last backup.

Back Up Using Your Computer

To back up your device using your computer, follow these steps:

1. Connect your device to your computer using a USB cable.
2. If you have a Mac with macOS Catalina or later, open Finder. If you have a Mac with macOS Mojave or earlier, or a PC, open iTunes.
3. If a message asks for your device passcode or to Trust This Computer, follow the onscreen steps.
4. Select your device when it appears on your computer.
5. If you want to encrypt your backup, select the box called Encrypt [device] backup and create a password. If you don’t need to encrypt your backup, just click Back Up Now.
6. When the backup is done, you can see it in Finder or iTunes preferences under Devices. You should also see the date and time of your last backup.

How to Download and Install iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4

Once you have backed up your device, you can download and install iOS 16.4 or iPadOS 16.4 over the air (OTA) or using your computer.

Download and Install Over the Air (OTA)

To download and install iOS 16.4 or iPadOS 16.4 over the air, follow these steps:

1. Connect your device to a power source and a Wi-Fi network.
2. Go to Settings > General > Software Update.
3. Tap Download and Install. If a message asks to temporarily remove apps because the software needs more space for the update, tap Continue or Cancel. Later, iOS or iPadOS will reinstall apps that it removed.
4. To update now, tap Install. Or you can tap Later and choose Install Tonight or Remind Me Later. If you tap Install Tonight, just plug your device into power before you go to sleep. Your device will update automatically overnight.
5. If asked, enter your passcode.
6. Your device will restart and update to iOS 16.4 or iPadOS 16.4.

Download and Install Using Your Computer

To download and install iOS 16.4 or iPadOS 16.4 using your computer, follow these steps:

1. Connect your device to your computer using a USB cable.
2. If you have a Mac with macOS Catalina or later, open Finder. If you have a Mac with macOS Mojave or earlier, or a PC, open iTunes.
3. If a message asks for your device passcode or to Trust This Computer, follow the onscreen steps.
4. Select your device when it appears on your computer.
5. Click Check for Update. If there is an update available, click Download and Update.
6. If asked, enter your passcode.
7. Your device will restart and update to iOS 16.4 or iPadOS 16.4.

How to Troubleshoot Common Problems After Updating

After updating your device to iOS 16.4 or iPadOS 16.4, you may encounter some issues or glitches that affect your device’s performance or functionality. Here are some of the common problems and how to fix them:

Battery Drain

If you notice that your device’s battery is draining faster than usual after updating, you can try these solutions:

• Check the Battery Usage in Settings > Battery to see which apps are consuming the most power and adjust their settings accordingly.
• Turn off Background App Refresh for apps that you don’t need to run in the background in Settings > General > Background App Refresh.
• Reduce the screen brightness and enable Auto-Brightness in Settings > Display & Brightness.
• Turn on Low Power Mode in Settings > Battery when your battery level is low.
• Update your apps to the latest versions in the App Store.
• Reset your device’s settings by going to Settings > General > Reset > Reset All Settings.

Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Issues

If you have trouble connecting to Bluetooth devices or Wi-Fi networks after updating, you can try these solutions:

• Turn off and on Bluetooth or Wi-Fi in Settings or Control Center.
• Forget and reconnect to the Bluetooth device or Wi-Fi network in Settings > Bluetooth or Settings > Wi-Fi.
• Restart your device and the Bluetooth device or router.
• Reset your network settings by going to Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings.

App Crashes and Freezes

If you experience app crashes or freezes after updating, you can try these solutions:

• Force quit the app by swiping up from the bottom of the screen and holding until you see the App Switcher. Then swipe up on the app’s preview to close it.
• Restart your device by holding the power button until you see the slide to power off option. Then slide to power off and turn on your device again.
• Update the app to the latest version in the App Store.
• Delete and reinstall the app from the App Store.

Conclusion

iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 are two updates that bring a lot of new features, enhancements, and bug fixes to your iPhone and iPad. You can download and install them for free on compatible devices by following the steps in this article. You can also troubleshoot some common problems that may arise after updating by using the tips we provided. We hope you enjoy using iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 on your iPhone and iPad!

FAQs

Here are some frequently asked questions about iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4:

1. How do I check if I have iOS 16.4 or iPadOS 16.4 installed?
   You can check your software version by going to Settings > General > About and looking at the Software Version field.
2. How do I turn on web push notifications on Safari?
   You can turn on web push notifications on Safari by going to Settings > Safari > Notifications and toggling on Allow Notifications from Websites I Visit. You can also manage which websites can send you notifications by tapping on each website name and choosing Allow, Deny, or Remove.
3. How do I use voice isolation for phone calls?
   You can use voice isolation for phone calls by tapping on the microphone icon during a call and choosing Voice Isolation. You can also switch to Standard mode or Wide Spectrum mode depending on your preference.
4. How do I use the order tracking widget for Apple Pay purchases?
   You can use the order tracking widget for Apple Pay purchases by adding it to your Home Screen or Today View. To do this, touch and hold an empty area on your Home Screen until the apps jiggle. Then tap the + icon at the top left corner and scroll down to find Order Tracking. Tap on it and choose the size and location of the widget. Then tap Add Widget and Done. You can also edit or remove the widget by touching and holding it and choosing Edit Widget or Remove Widget.
5. How do I use the new action options for the Shortcuts app?
   You can use the new action options for the Shortcuts app by opening the app and tapping on a shortcut or creating a new one. Then tap on the + icon at the bottom right corner and scroll down to find the new actions, such as Get Battery Level, Get Clipboard, Get Current Location, Get Device Details, Get Network Details, and more. Tap on an action to add it to your shortcut and customize its settings.

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