iPadOS 13 beta is plagued with various bugs and performance issues. Some issues require a fix from Apple, while others can be fixed within minutes.
Apple’s iPadOS 13 beta brings loads of new features to the iPad lineup. The list includes a new Dark Mode, a new Home Screen, improvements to the Apple Pencil experience, text editing improvements, an upgraded keyboard and much more.
The beta is exciting, but not without problems. iPad owners have been complaining of various issues since the beta was released in June.
We’ve seen complaints about minor, annoying bugs, and we’ve also heard complaints about much bigger performance issues. If you decide to install the iPadOS 13 beta on your tablet, there’s a good chance you’ll run into a problem.
If you don’t want to wait for Apple to fix your issue in an upcoming beta release and there is no guarantee that it will, you can try to fix them yourself. If you can’t find the fix you’re looking for, you can roll back to iOS 12.
In this guide, we’ll tell you about some common iPadOS 13 beta issues and take you to some fixes that can help you avoid a downgrade.
How to Fix iPadOS 13 Beta Installation Issues
Some iPad users are having trouble downloading and installing the iPadOS 13 beta.
If this is your first time installing beta software on a tablet, take a look at our installation instructions. We will tell you the whole process step by step and help you install the software correctly.
inside that release notesApple says users with large photo libraries may have to wait a long time while their device displays the Apple logo with a progress bar. So be patient if your setup is taking a long time to complete.
If your download or installation gets stuck, you should try resetting your device and reinstalling the beta version. You can also try to enter recovery mode and restore to iOS 12.3.1 or iOS 12.3.
If that doesn’t work, you can try removing your SIM card and see if that starts things up.
How to Fix iPadOS 13 Beta Battery Life Issues
Some iPadOS 13 beta testers are noticing a strange battery drain after upgrading from iOS 12. This is a common problem with Apple software and can be difficult to fix.
If you’re starting to notice strange battery drain, please check out our full guide to fixing beta battery life issues. There’s a very good chance that one (or more) of your apps is causing problems.
How to Fix iPadOS 13 Beta Performance Issues
We’ve been hearing about various performance issues including lag, crashes, crashes and reboots. These are also common problems.
If you’re dealing with one of these issues, please see our guide to fix beta performance issues. It will allow you to go through fixes that have worked for us and many more in the past.
How to Fix iPadOS 13 Beta Wi-Fi Issues
Some iPadOS 13 beta testers are dealing with Wi-Fi disconnections and slow speeds. Fixing Wi-Fi issues can be tricky, but there are a few things you should try if your connection starts working.
Before you start playing around with your iPad’s settings, try unplugging your router for a minute or two. If you don’t see a change, check and see if there is an outage in your area. you can use a site Down Detector To find your ISP (Internet Service Provider) and see if there are reports from other customers.
If you are sure that your problems are not related to your ISP or router, go to your tablet’s Settings and forget about the not working Wi-Fi connection. Here’s how to do this:
If you’re still dealing with issues, go to your Settings app and Reset your Network Settings. Make sure you have your Wi-Fi passwords handy, as you will need to re-enter the passwords after this process is complete. Here’s how to reset your network settings:
If none of this works, Apple’s own Guide for Wi-Fi problems and it’s definitely worth a look.
How to Fix iPadOS 13 Beta Bluetooth Issues
If your Bluetooth connection is working, here are a few fixes you can try.
Open your Settings app and go to your iPad’s Bluetooth connections. Once there, tap the blue i in the circle next to the Bluetooth connection that is having the problem and tap Forget This Device on the next screen. Try reconnecting when your iPad forgets the device.
If that doesn’t work then you should try resetting your device’s Network Settings. Here’s how to do this:
This process will take a few seconds to complete. It also causes your tablet to forget known connections, including Wi-Fi connections, so make sure you have your passwords handy.
If you’re still experiencing Bluetooth issues, try resetting all your settings. This returns them to their factory defaults. Here’s how to do this:
This will also cause your iPad to forget known Wi-Fi connections, so be sure to have your passwords on hand before making this move.
How to Fix iPadOS 13 Beta Cellular Data Issues
If you have an iPad with cellular support and your cellular connection is having issues in iPadOS 13 beta, here are some steps you can take.
First, check with your carrier and see if there’s an outage in your area. Follow these links AT&T, sprint, T mobileor verizon and review reports.
If you are sure that the problems you are seeing are not related to the service interruption, try restarting your iPad and see if the issue is resolved.
If you’re still seeing problems, go to your Settings app, tap About and check for carrier updates. If there is an update, download it. It can solve the problems you see.
You can try turning Cellular Data off and on. Go to your settings, tap Cellular and Turn it Off. Wait a minute and then turn it back on.
If these fixes don’t work, try resetting your iPad’s Network Settings:
How to Fix iPadOS 13 Beta App Issues
Developers won’t be releasing iPadOS 13 support updates until it nears the official launch this fall. If an app starts working on your iPad, you only have a few options.
If one of your apps starts running in beta, make sure you’re running the latest version of the app. If an update does not fix the problem, you should try reinstalling the app.
If you’re still unable to run the app, you may need to upgrade to iOS 12 and wait for the developer to release a support update for iPadOS 13.
How to Fix iPadOS 13 Beta Face ID Issues
If you have a new iPad Pro and your Face ID starts working, you need to restart your tablet. This should fix the problem.
How to Fix iPadOS 13 Beta Touch ID Issues
If you have an iPad that uses Touch ID instead of Face ID and your Touch ID fingerprint sensor starts working, here are a few potential fixes to try.
Before making changes to your settings, make sure there is no dirt or sweat on the Touch ID sensor. Also check for oil on your hands as this can cause the sensor to misread your fingerprints.
If all goes well, try restarting your iPad. Sometimes a simple reboot alleviates problems.
If that doesn’t work, try retraining your fingerprints on your tablet. Here’s how to do this:
How to Fix iPadOS 13 Beta iCloud Issues
Apple notes that you may see the message “Failed to connect to iCloud” when creating a new document in Pages, Numbers, or Keynote in a shared folder.
In such a case, you will want to close and reopen the document. This should fix the issue.
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