The version 8.1.1 specifically targets the older Apple products such as the iPhone 4S and iPad 2 to make them perform faster. After the rollout of the iOS 8, many users experienced that installing it on an older iPhone or iPad made their devices sluggish due to the software requiring faster processing speed and the like – it’s basically like putting the energy of a kid inside an old man’s body. Apple recognized this and made them push this 8.1.1 update that includes “bug fixes, increased stability and performance improvements for iPad 2 and iPhone 4S.” It's nice of Apple to still come out with updates for their older models and aren't just using their resources on new phones and tablets. If you're not one of the people getting the new iPhone 6 then fret not. With iOS 8’s pending release in a few hours, your "old school" iPhone will pretty much get a refreshed software packed with added functionalities. Here are some of the new features to be available for both the iPhone 6 and even the earlier generations. Embedded time-lapse mode The iOS 8’s camera app has been incorporated with a time-lapse function (in addition to the slow-motion mode on iPhone 5S) that can be used to shoot long durations of footage and speed it up afterwards – pretty much like the Hyperlapse app. Read more in our articles including "Apple outs iOS 8.1.1; Makes your iPhone 4S and iPad 2 perform faster " and "7 new features for old iPhones when iOS 8 arrives".
The version 8.1.1 specifically targets the older Apple products such as the iPhone 4S and iPad 2 to make them perform faster. After the rollout of the iOS 8, many users experienced that installing it on an older iPhone or iPad made their devices sluggish due to the software requiring faster processing speed and the like – it’s basically like putting the energy of a kid inside an old man’s body.
Apple recognized this and made them push this 8.1.1 update that includes “bug fixes, increased stability and performance improvements for iPad 2 and iPhone 4S.” It's nice of Apple to still come out with updates for their older models and aren't just using their resources on new phones and tablets. If you're not one of the people getting the new iPhone 6 then fret not. With iOS 8’s pending release in a few hours, your "old school" iPhone will pretty much get a refreshed software packed with added functionalities.
Our coverage of iphone 4s includes: "Apple outs iOS 8.1.1; Makes your iPhone 4S and iPad 2 perform faster "; "7 new features for old iPhones when iOS 8 arrives"; "Galaxy S3 vs. iPhone 4S vs. Lumia 900". Each article provides unique insights and information.