iOS 6 software update disables Wi-Fi for users of certain devices [Update: Resolved]
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The recently released iOS 6 software update from Apple apparently disables Wi-Fi connectivity. Users of the iPhone 4S, iPad 2, and iPad 3 are reporting that they can no longer connect to their Wi-Fi networks after updating. For now, an official fix is still unavailable, so users are advised to perform basic troubleshooting steps like rebooting, resetting the network settings, or toggling the Wi-Fi switch in order to find a temporary resolution.

Update: The issue has now been resolved by Apple's engineers.

What Else You Need To Know

  • The iOS 6 software update was released for a number of different Apple devices including the iPad 2, iPhone 4, and 4th generation iPod touch.

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