Apple is internally testing iOS 18.2.1 for the iPhone, according to an anonymous social media account with a good history of iOS-related information. The build number of the next software update is: 22C161.
As reported MacRumorsTraditionally, when the anonymous account shares the build number of an upcoming iOS update, it is usually released about a week later. However, the release of iOS 18.2.1 might be slightly delayed, thanks to the holiday season. The post does not link to the social networks in question, in order to respect the account’s request that its social media posts not be linked.
iOS 18.2.1 is likely a minor update that fixes bugs and/or fixes security vulnerabilities. Although no critical, widespread bugs have been announced recently, Apple has likely identified bugs and/or security vulnerabilities that need to be fixed before iOS 18.3.
iOS 18.3 is currently being tested by developers and public beta testers. This update is expected to be released to all users in January or early February.
