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Shanus — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 13:39:36 GMT

My computer (IPAD...Apple) updated itself during the night a few days ago...nothing's been the same since!!! I couldn't get to Forums, Safari took me to Nordstrom, but in Canada, etc.

DH called Apple and they said phones ringing off hook with complaints and they're "working on it". Meanwhile, I'm now using Chrome (?). I have to sign in (email/PW) if I leave this site and come back. Definite PIA. My laptop which is Microsoft, no issues, but so new hasn't been completely set up yet. DH was midway putting info on it from phone/IPAD...both Apple. He added Dashlane (again?), but supposed to store passwords so don't have to sign in each time.

Computers are wonderful when they work and not so great when they go down!!! Hopefully, I'm back temporarily on IPAD. Laptop should be finished tonite. Apple stores are closed at mall...not sure just here or nationally so couldn't go there for help.

What did I miss?

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goldensrbest — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 13:49:01 GMT

I have problems each time i update, i am ignoring this for the last 6 days.

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Foxxee — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 13:56:52 GMT

I know nothing about Apple, but I must ask if Apple has "Restore" or something similar. Restoring the computer back to where it was before the update or the restore removes the update.

Occasionally, after an update on Windows 10, my computer runs slower than a snail. I do a Restore to fix it; however, Microsoft recognizes I need an update again because I removed it, so they keep hounding me until I let them update.

Usually, though, others complained about the problem and Microsoft fixed it, so the second update works fine.

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Shanus — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 14:12:51 GMT

@Foxxee wrote:
I know nothing about Apple, but I must ask if Apple has "Restore" or something similar. Restoring the computer back to where it was before the update or the restore removes the update.

Occasionally, after an update on Windows 10, my computer runs slower than a snail. I do a Restore to fix it; however, Microsoft recognizes I need an update again because I removed it, so they keep hounding me until I let them update.

Usually, though, others complained about the problem and Microsoft fixed it, so the second update works fine.

@Foxxee We haven't found any way to Restore or go back to before the update...other irate Apple customers have not either. I'm hoping to have an easier time with the Microsoft laptop. SIL is "big wig" in company in Redmond, WA (headquarters). Microsoft moved him there from VA and took my DD far away 😢. He's walking us through set-up.

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NicksmomESQ — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 14:17:32 GMT

My DH's IPhone updated overnight.He got lucky everything is fine. My son told me not to allow this update.Too many problems.I'm ignoring it.I also turned off automatic updates from DH's phone.

I'm not allowing the update on my iPad.

Can someone who is tech savvy explain to me why Apple updates are so iffy. Don't they test them before they're released?

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Ainhisg — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 14:46:09 GMT

I updated my iPad last night, and everything is working perfectly this morning...no issues at all. You might consider turning your iPad off and then back on to see if that helps reset things correctly. It might not, but it's worth a try if you've not done so already.

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Anonymous032819 — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 14:58:36 GMT

My Kindle (which is what I use) updated overnight, too!

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Shanus — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 15:22:53 GMT

@NicksmomESQ wrote:
My DH's IPhone updated overnight.He got lucky everything is fine. My son told me not to allow this update.Too many problems.I'm ignoring it.I also turned off automatic updates from DH's phone.
I'm not allowing the update on my iPad.
Can someone who is tech savvy explain to me why Apple updates are so iffy. Don't they test them before they're released?

@NicksmomESQ Great question. I'd love to know. Every update brings issues/problems. Leave well enough alone.

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chrystaltree — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 15:55:26 GMT

I don't know about Apple, hubby uses Apple everything. He has never mentioned any issues with the upgrades. He has his work Ipad and his own personal one. My Acer laptop did an upgrade a month ago and it's been a mess ever since. Thank heavens my empoyer gave us all new laptops to use for work. I've been using my Acer Chromebook and my Smartphone for my personal use. My laptop is old, it's almost 7 years old and it's been a work horse for 6 years because I used it 10 hours a day for work. I more than got my money out of it and 7 years is ancient for a computer so truly need a new one. Perfect timing since the shopping channels are selling them as gifts.

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bewise — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 15:58:34 GMT

Same problem,updated now I can't find would I want.

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Mz iMac — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 16:33:12 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
My computer (IPAD...Apple) updated itself during the night a few days ago...nothing's been the same since!!!

What did I miss?

Turn OFF automatic downloads and/or updatings. You can do so manually at your leisure.

Me personally.........I NEVER let a "Mac" do anything automaticallly. I am in control of the OS, NOT the other way around.

Turn on or turn off automatic updates

On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, go to Settings > [your name] > iTunes & App Store. Then turn on or turn off App Updates.

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Turn off automatic downloads

On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, go to Settings > [your name] > iTunes & App Store. Under Automatic Downloads, turn off Apps.

SOURCE: Apple Knowledge Base

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Mz iMac — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 16:51:11 GMT

@NicksmomESQ wrote:
Can someone who is tech savvy explain to me why Apple updates are so iffy. Don't they test them before they're released?

Yes, Apple test new updates & upgrades. Most times they have "beta" testers. Public beta testers tests the "upgrades." The rest (updates) are done in house.

No iOS & OS updates & upgrades are perfect. Very few are actually"buggy." The MAJORITY of folks have no issues at all. I only have Macs (OS). The only OS I download (manually) are the COMBO updates. Never ever an issue. I do not own any iOS devices so unknown if there are COMBO downloads for them. You would have to check Apple's software download website. NOT the App store.

You do not have to upgrade (brand new) everytime one comes out. I always wait till the 3rd version. I let everyone else battle the bugs. By the 3rd version, the bugs have all been ironed out. I don't fix what ain't broken.

Updates are mostely "security updates."

The most important thing you can do on any Apple product when updating and upgrading is to ALWAYS RESTART the device if it does not do so automatically.

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deeva — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 17:35:07 GMT

I never update my iPad untilI research if the update is necessary or if it causes more issues than it solves.

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Growing — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 21:57:45 GMT

We do not allow our devices to automatically update. But husband pays attention to Apple update news. He always knows the bad updates. If it were just me, I'd be doing automatic updates and having the same issues as you. Hope this gets fixed ASAP.

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ECBG — Thu, 05 Nov 2020 00:23:39 GMT

You missed that you were greatly missed here!!!!