Apple iOS 7.1: Flaws, Problems And Fixes

10:59 - 23 May 2014

Like every OS has issues after an upgrade, Apple's ios 7.1 comes with a few problem baggage of its own ranging from battery issues to bluetooth, however, the good news is, there is a solution.

Problem: Freezing issue

Nothing is more annoying than a freezing and unresponsive screen, especially when you have to pick a call or do something urgent. Sometimes it happens when opening or closing an app, or it may occur when a notification comes in.

Solution:

Keep your apps updated. Go to Settings> iTunes and Apple Store> Put every App on auto-update
If your phone still freezes, you can try setting. Go to
You could also try a factory reset and restore via iTunes or iCloud.

Problem: Battery Drain

This seems to be a usual problem associated with OS upgrades as iOS 7.1 isn't left out.

Solution:

Restart your device. Hold down the Home button and the Sleep/Wake button until you see the Apple logo, then restart.
If this doesn't work, try going to
Back up your files, then erase everything.

Problem: Touch ID not working

Instead of fixing the Touch ID feature, iOS 7.1 update seems to have broken it.

Solution:

Your last option is to take it into an Apple Store and show them the problem.

Problem: Wi-Fi not working

My Wi-Fi isn't working! This seems like a common complaint every time there’s a new platform version. Some people are finding that previously good Wi-Fi connections are now a bit flaky, others are reporting that Wi-Fi is completely unavailable and they can’t connect at all.

Solution:

Switch to Airplane mode for a while, then try connecting to W-Fi again after you turn off the Airplane mode.
Hold down the Home button until your device restarts itself.
Turn your router off for 30 seconds and then switch it on again.
Reset your Wi-Fi network.
Try changing the channel on your router and check the rest of the settings.
Make sure that your router firmware is up to date.

Problem: Bluetooth not functioning

Solution:

Hold down the Home button and the Sleep/Wake button until your device restarts.
Go to
Check the manual for your Bluetooth device. Is there a pairing button? Can you delete the saved pairings? Is there a firmware update?

These are some of the most common problems we have heard about the Apple iOS 7.1. If you are having other issues, do write us.