Apple released iOS 26.0.1 to fix bugs affecting iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone Air, including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth disconnections, camera artifacts, and connectivity problems after update.
Meta's CTO explained that the demo failures at Meta Connect were caused by resource management errors and a new race condition bug, not Wi-Fi problems, and emphasized that the product itself remains promising despite these technical hiccups.
Meta's new smart glasses lineup, including the Ray‑Ban Display and Meta Gen 2, was showcased at Meta Connect 2025, but a live demo was marred by Wi-Fi issues and technical failures, highlighting the challenges of launching advanced wearable tech. Despite the setbacks, early reviews praised the innovative features and potential of the glasses, emphasizing Meta's long-term focus on neural interfaces and AI-powered wearables.
Google's Bay View campus in California, home to AI teams, has been plagued by bad Wi-Fi for months, prompting employees to use Ethernet cables and create hotspots with their phones. The company has made improvements and issued new laptops with more powerful Wi-Fi chips, but the broader fix is expected in the coming weeks. The 600,000-square-foot building's unique design, featuring a tent-like roof, is believed to be a factor in the Wi-Fi problems. Despite the connectivity issues, the campus, designed with input from Google's internal teams, boasts a striking design with solar panels and ample natural light.
Microsoft has fixed a known issue causing Wi-Fi network connectivity problems on Windows 11 systems triggered by recent cumulative updates. The issue affected Wi-Fi adapters connecting to enterprise, education, or public networks using 802.1x authentication. Windows 10 devices were not likely affected. The fix was implemented through Known Issue Rollback (KIR), and affected users can uninstall the specific updates or use a troubleshooter tool.
Microsoft has acknowledged that some Windows 11 devices are experiencing Wi-Fi connectivity issues after installing recent cumulative updates. The company is investigating the problem and has asked affected users to provide feedback through the Feedback Hub app. In the meantime, users are advised to uninstall the problematic updates as a temporary workaround. The issue seems to primarily affect enterprise, education, and public Wi-Fi networks using 802.1x authentication. Windows 10 systems are not likely affected by these connectivity problems.
The Windows 11 KB5033375 December 2023 update is causing Wi-Fi connectivity issues for users, particularly those in universities and small to medium-sized businesses. Reports indicate that the update is breaking Wi-Fi connections, with some users experiencing inconsistent responses and packet losses. The problem may be linked to a compatibility issue between the Qualcomm QCA61x4a wireless adapter and the Windows 11 update. Disabling 802.11r on affected SSIDs or uninstalling the update are suggested workarounds. Microsoft has not yet acknowledged or provided a fix for the issue.
Apple is expected to release the iOS 17.1.2 update for iPhone this week, focusing on bug fixes. It may address Wi-Fi connectivity issues and minor bugs related to push notifications and HomeKit. This update follows iOS 17.1.1, which fixed a BMW wireless charging issue and a problem with the Weather app widget. iOS 17.2, with new features like Apple's Journal app and spatial video recording, is also anticipated to be released soon.
Users have reported Wi-Fi issues on iPhones running iOS 17, including slow connections, apps failing to load content, and issues with web browsing. Apple has not acknowledged the problem, and there is no official fix at the moment. Some users have found workarounds, such as turning off iCloud private relay or adjusting Wi-Fi range, but these may have limitations. The extent of the problem is unclear, but it has affected a significant number of people. A software update is hoped to provide a permanent solution.
Users of the new iPhone 15 models running iOS 17 are reporting Wi-Fi issues, including slow loading times and intermittent connectivity. Some users have found temporary solutions, such as adjusting Wi-Fi channel range or toggling flight mode on and off. It is unclear whether this is a widespread issue, and Apple has not yet acknowledged or addressed the problem. Users are hoping for a software update to fix the Wi-Fi issues.