iOS 11.1, the first substantial update to Apple’s new mobile operating system, is here. Anyone currently running iOS 11.0 can and should go to Settings–>General–>Software Update to pull the download now, because there’s some substantial new features to play with.
In iOS11.1 we’re getting hundreds of new emoji, the return of a much-loved 3D Touch gesture for multitasking, and a veritable stack of bug fixes.
The most notable update, at least for most people, will be the new emoji. There’s a couple hundred new characters to choose from, including a peace hand sign, a rock climber, curling, hedgehogs, and a new mermaid. We also have a woman with a headscarf, a bearded person, and a zombie.
In any case, the over-the-air update is out now, so you should go download it if you want to play with the new features. Just make sure your battery is above 50% (or plugged in), and it’s always a good idea to have a recent backup in case the update doesn’t go as planned.
Wondering which devices are compatible with iOS 11.1? Here’s the complete list:
- iPhone 8
- iPhone 8 Plus
- iPhone 7
- iPhone 7 Plus
- iPhone 6s
- iPhone 6s Plus
- iPhone 6
- iPhone 6 Plus
- iPhone SE
- iPhone 5s
- 12.9-inch iPad Pro 2nd generation
- 12.9-inch iPad Pro 1st generation
- 10.5-inch iPad Pro
- 9.7-inch iPad Pro
- iPad Air 2
- iPad Air
- iPad 5th generation
- iPad mini 4
- iPad mini 3
- iPad mini 2
- iPod touch 6th generation
