Apple launches iOS 14.4

Following the release of the Release Candidates for iOS 14.4, iPadOS 14.4, tvOS 14.4 and watchOS 7.3, the final versions arrive today . In these updates we find some new characteristics, such as a new sphere for the Apple Watch and, above all, bug fixes, such as the bluetooth connectivity on Macs.


iOS 14.4 available: Bluetooth improvements, ProRAW photos and bug fixes

Apple launches iOS 14.4

As is common with updates this time of year, the news is rather rare and focuses on fixing some bugs , improving performance and improving device security. Among the available versions, the one that includes the most changes is iOS / iPadOS 14.4, which includes the following:


  • Improve the recognition of small QR codes from the Camera app.
  • Option to organize the Bluetooth device type in Settings to correctly recognize the headphones for audio notifications.
  • Notifications for when the iPhone camera cannot be proved as a genuine new Apple camera on iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max.


Regarding error resolution, we find the following:


  • Fixes a bug where image artifacts could appear in HDR photos taken with the iPhone 12 Pro.m
  • Fixes a bug in the Fitness widget that could not display updated activity data.
  • Improves keyboard performance where typing could lag and word suggestions might not appear on the keyboard.
  • Fixes a bug where the keyboard might not appear in the accurate language in Messages.
  • Fixes a bug where enabling Switch Control in Accessibility could stop phone calls from being answered from the lock screen.


New dial for Apple Watch and polished charactistics

In watchOS 7.3 the list of new characteristics is somewhat shorter. The update is primarily focused on bringing ECG and irregular rhythm notifications to Japan, Mayotte, the Philippines, Taiwan, and Thailand. In addition, a new dial is added for the Apple Watch called Unity that is inspired by the Pan-African flag. And in terms of resolution of errors, the one that could cause the Control Center and the Notification Center not to respond well with the zoom activated is solved.


As we have already commented on many occasions, software updates go far beyond the specific news that may be introduced. Bug fixes, performance development and security improvements should be enough for us to upgrade our devices as soon as a new version is available.