iPhone 6 iOS 9.1 Update Review: Should You Install?

A week ago, Apple released the iPhone 6 iOS 9.1 update, which brings new emojis and bug fixes to the old flagship. We’ve been testing the update and today we want to help you decide if the iPhone 6 iOS 9.1 update is worth installing now.

Earlier this year, Apple confirmed an iOS 9 release, presumably for the iPhone 6. At that time, the device was less than a year old, so a transition to a new version of iOS was expected. Apple usually keeps iPhone updates for three years, sometimes four years.

In September, Apple kept its word and released an iPhone 6 iOS 9 update. Since then, Apple has refined the operating system with a number of upgrades, including the landmark iOS 9.1 update that arrived last week.

iPhone 6 iOS 9.1 is much bigger than the iOS 9.0.1 and iOS 9.0.2 updates that came before it. It comes with solutions to iOS 9 issues and also brings new emojis and some stability updates for stock Apple apps. This is an important update and one we’ve spent a lot of time with.

I’ve been using the iPhone 6 iOS 9.1 update for a week now and today I want to take a look at its long-term performance.

iPhone 6 iOS 9.1 Update Review

Before I give my thoughts on the iPhone 6 iOS 9.1 update, there are a few things I want to clarify.

First I upgraded from iOS 9.0.2 to iOS 9.1. Second, I probably use my iPhone 6 differently than you do. Mileage varies. I’ll do my best to steer you in the right direction, but you may want to get a second or third opinion on the benefits of iOS 9.1. I encourage you.

And finally, while I’m going to talk about iOS 9.1 features, this review focuses on the update’s performance in a few key areas. If you’re not familiar with iOS 9 or iOS 9.1, you’ll want to take a look at our long directions.

Apps

During my week with the iPhone 6 iOS 9.1 update I had a few issues with my apps but nothing major. Nothing like the 50+ Chrome crashes I saw with an older version of iOS 9 a few weeks ago.

Chrome (recently updated) crashed a few times and so did Twitter and Facebook but that’s normal. The Weather Channel app and Hangouts also crashed a few times. But other than that, I didn’t see any major issues with my app suite.

Asana, Slack, YouTube, Instagram, Gmail, Dark Sky, Amazon, SoundCloud, Spotify, and Xbox One Smartglass are all good.

iOS 9.1 also brought stability improvements to the Photos and Music app. I’m not an Apple Music user but a heavy Photos user and I haven’t noticed any major issues with the app. At least not yet.

I can’t even tell you how many app updates I’ve installed since Sep 16. And the updates keep coming. Facebook recently released a fix for iOS battery drain issues and Instagram has released a support update for iOS 9. These updates and others probably helped.

If you’re worried about iOS 9.1 or are already seeing issues, my advice is check the App Store and download the latest bug fix updates. If that doesn’t help app performance, try reinstalling. You will also want to try restarting your iPhone 6. This sometimes clears up confusion.

iPhone 6 iOS 9.1 Battery Life

I’ve been using the iPhone 6 iOS 9.1 update for a week now and I haven’t noticed any abnormal battery drain when the phone is in use or in standby mode.

Using a mix of LTE and Wi-Fi I’m able to use the iPhone 6 a full day from 8am to 8pm, and that’s in line with what I can get from the iPhone 6s with iOS 9.1. on board. I couldn’t see a big difference between the two.

I researched the battery usage tool last week and didn’t notice anything unusual. Chrome and Twitter, the two apps I use the most, draw the most load, which makes sense given how much I use them. Everything looks fine.

If you’re experiencing battery issues with iOS 9.1 on board, there’s a good chance an app or your terrible habits are causing the issue.

I’ve compiled a list of fixes and tips to help you fix bad iOS 9.1 battery life on iPhone 6. Check these out because I don’t think a fix for battery life will come in Apple’s next iOS update. .

Wi-Fi, LTE and Bluetooth

I’m testing the iPhone 6 on AT&T’s network. And I haven’t encountered any problems so far. LTE and 4G provide the speeds I’m used to and I haven’t experienced any drop in my connection.

I tested the device and its new software on several different routers and Wi-Fi connections and noticed nothing. Range is still excellent and speeds are still high. I did not see any Wi-Fi connection drops.

I also spent a lot of time testing Bluetooth. I tested it with speakers (Bose Soundlink Mini), several pairs of headphones, and a Toyota Prius. I have successfully paired the device with all these devices. Disconnected, nothing.

Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular data issues can occur at any time, so you’ll want to be prepared. I’ve put together a list of fixes I’ve found over the years, and it’s the first place to look if you need help.

Bugs and Issues

If you haven’t upgraded to iOS 9.1 yet, be aware that there is an installation issue affecting alarms. If you rely on an alarm to wake up for school or work, listen to me.

If you set iOS 9.1 to install overnight, it can set off your alarms. Frankly, this is bad. Solution? Download and install your iOS 9.1 update like I did. You can watch for issues throughout the day.

I he didn’t get into it and I didn’t see anything else jumping off the page. I’m sure it’s not a major bug in the software, but there may be smaller bugs lurking in the cracks that I haven’t been able to search yet. I’ve been digging for a week and haven’t noticed anything.

However, some iPhone 6 users are dealing with iOS 9.1 issues. While there is no way to guarantee the security of your device, my advice is to do some preparatory work before installation. It will help.

If you still encounter a problem, check our fix list.

User Interface Speed

iPhone 6 iOS 9.1 update keeps the device speed. Opening folders and apps is fast and fluid, and I didn’t notice any slowdowns or lags during my time with the update.

I noticed some keyboard lag a few days after the update was released but the problem went away a few days ago and hasn’t returned.

iOS 9.1 is fast on all my devices, including the three-year-old iPhone 5 in 2012. My hope holds.

Should You Install the iOS 9.1 Update?

If you’re already on iOS 9, I think this is unwise. iOS 9.1 fixes a ton of bugs, fixes potential vulnerabilities, introduces 150 new emojis, and delivers excellent performance in key areas like battery life and UI speed.

There is some risk, but if you do the right amount of prep work, I think you will come out of the installation unscathed. I think it’s worth the risk.

If you’re coming from iOS 8, you’ll want to be a little more careful. Review some additional feedback and then make your move. iOS 9.1 is the most stable version of iOS 9, at least for me.

Now, it’s time to start looking forward to the iOS 9.2 update.