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Guilherme Mazui

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What is the Difference Between iOS 8 and iOS 8.1?

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iOS 8 and iOS 8.1 are both major releases of Apple's mobile operating system, but they have some differences in terms of features, improvements, and bug fixes. Here are the key differences between the two:

  • SMS and MMS text messages: iOS 8.1 introduced the ability for iPhone users to send and receive SMS and MMS text messages from their iPad and Mac.
  • Bug fixes and improvements: iOS 8.1 includes several bug fixes and improvements to existing features, such as enhancing Wi-Fi performance and resolving issues with Bluetooth connections. Some of these fix
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    • Comparative Table: iOS 8 vs iOS 8.1

    Here is a table comparing the differences between iOS 8 and iOS 8.1:

    Feature iOS 8 iOS 8.1
    Major Release Date September 17, 2014 October 20, 2014
    Upgrade Not required for devices supporting iOS 8 Required for devices supporting iOS 8 to access new features and bug fixes
    New Features None Improvements to existing features and bug fixes in applications such as Photos, Messages, and Safari
    Performance Issues with Wi-Fi performance and Bluetooth connections Enhanced Wi-Fi performance and improved Bluetooth connections

    iOS 8.1 is a major update for iOS 8 that provides new features, improvements to existing features, and important bug fixes. Any device that supports iOS 8 can easily upgrade to iOS 8.1.

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    Guilherme Mazui

    Guilherme Mazui is graduated in journalism from the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG) and a master's degree in Communication from the University of São Paulo (USP). In addition, he has experience in advertising writing and has worked as a content editor in several companies.