Apple Pauses iPadOS 18 Rollout After M4 iPad Pro Bricking Issues

 

Attention iPad Pro M4 users! Apple has temporarily halted the iPadOS 18 update after reports of devices being bricked during the installation process. If you're using one of Apple's latest iPads, here's everything you need to know about the situation.

What's Happening?

Apple recently rolled out iPadOS 18, bringing exciting new features like math note-taking with AI and improved home screen customization. However, many users of the new M4 iPad Pro are reporting a serious problem — their devices are getting bricked during the update process. A bricked device means it becomes completely unusable, unable to turn on or function.

The issue was first highlighted on Reddit and Apple’s support forums, where users shared that their iPads shut down while installing iPadOS 18 and refused to turn back on.

Apple's Response

Apple has acknowledged the issue, confirming that a "small number of devices" are impacted. In response, they have pulled the iPadOS 18 update for the M4 iPad Pro models and are actively working on a fix. The update is still available for other iPads, which appear unaffected by the problem.

For those who have already downloaded iPadOS 18 but have not installed it, the update will not be available for installation until Apple releases a new version with a fix.

What Should You Do?

If you have an M4 iPad Pro, here are some key points to keep in mind:

1. Don't update yet: Wait for Apple to resolve the issue before installing iPadOS 18 on your device.
2. Back up your data: If you haven’t updated yet, make sure your data is safely backed up to avoid any potential loss.
3. Contact Apple Support if bricked: If your iPad Pro is already bricked, Apple advises reaching out to them for a replacement device. Some users report waiting a few days to even weeks for replacements, depending on availability.

What Caused the Problem?

The exact cause remains unclear, though some speculate it might be related to iPadOS 17.7 being installed before the iPadOS 18 update. There is no official confirmation from Apple about the root cause. Until they provide a fix, the issue appears isolated to the latest M4 chip-powered iPads, released earlier this year.

When Will the Fix Be Available?

Apple has not provided a timeline for the updated version of iPadOS 18. Given the severity of the issue, it’s likely they’re working hard to resolve it quickly. As of now, other iPad models can safely update to iPadOS 18 without reported issues.

What’s Next for iPadOS 18?

While the current situation is frustrating for M4 iPad Pro owners, iPadOS 18 does bring several exciting features, such as:

• Math Notes: Write equations by hand, and the iPad uses AI to solve them instantly.
• Home Screen Customization: Customize the size, colour, and layout of app icons.
• Extra Tab Bar: Easier navigation in apps like Apple News and Apple TV.

Once Apple fixes the bricking issue, users can enjoy these new features without worry. However, until then, it’s best to avoid updating if you’re using an M4 iPad Pro.

Shakir Bukhari 

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