Apple Releases iOS 10.2.1; Bringing Fixes for Braille Users
Apple has today released iOS 10.2.1 to the public.
At the time of posting, release notes are not yet available; however, it's
likely that this release will mostly bring under-the-hood improvements with
no major changes in regard to features and operation. We will update this
post if this proves not to be the case and there are outward-facing changes
of note.
For blind & low vision users, our testing indicates that Apple has made some
progress towards addressing the accessibility bugs present in iOS 10
<http://www.applevis.com/bugs/ios/active> . Specifically, based on our
limited testing, we believe the following serious bugs to be resolved in iOS
10.2.1:
* Freedom Scientific Focus Blue, Handy Tech Easy Braille, Papenmeier,
and Esys braille displays now correctly pair to devices running iOS 10.2.1.
* When typing in any text field with a braille display, text input is
no longer sluggish as it was for many under iOS 10.2.
These are currently the only accessibility-related changes that we are aware
of in iOS 10.2.1.
However, as we always stress, it is impossible for us to test all devices,
apps, and use cases. With this and the fact that iOS 10 introduced a number
of bugs which were not common to all users and use cases, it is possible
that there are changes, regressions or improvements that we are not aware of
at the time of posting. With this in mind, we would greatly appreciate your
help in ensuring that the information on this page is as complete and
accurate as possible. If you spot any accessibility-related changes in iOS
10.2.1, please do let us know in the comments below.
On the "Blog" page.
iOS 10.2.1 is available via Over-the-Air Update (Settings>General>Software
Update) or via iTunes on your Mac or PC. As always, we recommend making a
backup of your device before installing any software update.
Apple Releases Software Updates for the Mac, Apple Watch & Fourth-Generation
Apple TV
Today has seen another round of software updates from Apple. In addition to
the release of iOS 10.2.1
<http://www.applevis.com/blog/apple-ios-news/apple-releases-ios-1021-bringin
g-fixes-braille-users> , there have also been updates for the Mac, Apple
Watch & fourth-generation Apple TV.
At the time of posting, full release notes for these updates are not yet
available; however, it is safe to assume that there will be the standard mix
of bug fixes, security patches, and under-the-hood performance improvements.
We have been able to carry out some limited testing of macOS 10.12.3 prior
to today's public release, and our experience suggests that the only
accessibility-related change for blind & low vision users is that VoiceOver
once again announces the remaining battery percentage on Mac laptops.
As we always stress, it is impossible for us to test all applications and
use cases. So, it is entirely possible that we have overlooked some changes,
regressions or improvements. With this in mind, we would greatly appreciate
your help in ensuring that the information on this page is as complete and
accurate as possible. If you spot any accessibility-related changes in any
of today's releases, please do let us know by adding a comment below.
On the "Blog" page.
We will update this post if we learn of significant new features or changes
in any of these releases.
How to Update
macOS Sierra 10.12.3 is available via the Updates tab in the Mac App Store.
watchOS 3.1.3 is available by going to the Watch app on your iPhone and
navigating to General> Software Update. To install the update, your Watch
must be connected to its charger and have at least 50% battery power.
To install tvOS 10.1.1 on a fourth-generation Apple TV, go to the Settings
channel, then look for the System section near the bottom. From here, look
for Software Updates under Maintenance, then select Update Software and
Download and Install.
Website:
www.applevis.com
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