Apple Releases iOS 13.2.2 to Fix Aggressive Background App Closing
Apple rolls out iOS 13.2.2 to resolve a frustrating bug that causes background apps to close prematurely. The update also patches several other issues involving cellular service, encrypted emails, and Safari sign-on.
Apple releases iOS 13.2.2 to fix a frustrating bug that causes background apps to shut down prematurely. While this update does not introduce major new features, it restores proper multitasking functionality so users no longer lose their place in recently used applications.
The latest patch also addresses several other annoying issues that plague iPhone users. It resolves a problem where devices temporarily lose cellular service after a phone call, fixes a glitch that makes S/MIME encrypted emails unreadable, and repairs Safari's Kerberos single sign-on capabilities.
Additionally, the update fixes a charging conflict that occurs when users plug in a Yubikey via the Lightning port for two-factor authentication. Users can download iOS 13.2.2 right now by navigating to the Settings app, tapping General, and selecting Software Update.