Just like experts predicted, Apple launched its new iOS 7.1.1 for public use. It solves some problems experienced by users and improves the firmware performance along with Touch ID option and keyboard response.

There are two main methods on how you can get iOS 7.1.1 update. One way is using OTA upgrade option. The other one is through download links.

Method 1

iOS 7.1.1 install process can be done this way. Firstly, you should backup your iPhone or other gadget through iCloud program or iTunes. Secondly you need to connect the smartphone or tablet to your computer and open Settings application. Then you have to select General menu and Software Update menu where Install Update is available.

Method 2

This is also simple. You need to download iOS 7.1.1 file depending on your device model and version.

If you have iPod touch 5 generation you can install update from here.

If you have iPad Air, you can download IPSW for Wi-Fi + Cellular and Wi-Fi.

If you own iPad 4 gen, use these links: CDMA, GSM or Wi-Fi.

If you have iPad 3 generation, upgrade from here: Wi-Fi model, AT&T Wi-Fi + Cellular and Verizon Wi-Fi + Cellular.

iPad 2 users get four links to choose from: Wi-Fi (Rev A and regular Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi + 3G GSM and Wi-Fi + 3G CDMA version.

iPad mini CDMA, GSM and Wi-Fi links and iPad mini 2 Wi-Fi + Cellular and Wi-Fi model.

iPhone links for iOS 7.1.1 download are available below:

iPhone 5 CDMA and GSM

iPhone 5c CDMA and GSM

iPhone 5S CDMA and GSM

iPhone 4S

iPhone 4 GSM Rev A, GSM and CDMA

iPhone users who have installed iOS 7.1 get a small problem. Each time they are listening to YouTube music or watch videos they hear the music stop playing once they are trying to do other things on the smartphone. There is cool iOS 7.1 feature you must know about.

There is a good application called Jasmine. You can find it in the App Store. It can fix the issue and allow you playing YouTube audio files in the background on the iOS 7.1 iPhone 4S and iPad. This is a walk around you will like.

First you download this application. Then you should do small trick and get music playing in the background.

Step 1. Download Jasmine for iOS 7 gadgets.

Step 2. Launch YouTube video you wish to watch. Click on the home button. You will hear no music now as it stops playing.

Step 3. Swipe upward from the bottom of the screen and you will open Control Center.

Step 4. There will be a triangle Play option. Click on it. It will show your audio file played last.

Step 5. Now you can have iOS 7.1 YouTube video play in your background.

We hope that iPhone and iPad users enjoy using this little tip and discover other great iOS 7.1 features.

Most users know how to update to iOS 7.1 through OTA option or via direct links to this firmware. iTunes can also help you with the updating however there are some problems you need to know about before you install the latest Apple operating system for its iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.

iPhone keyboard problem has surfaced in addition to battery and Wi-Fi issues some users complain about on Apple support forums. Luckily, there is a fix to this bug and we’ll explain how exactly you can make your slow keyboard faster after installing iOS 7.1.

The new keyboard bug appeared after the first reboot that followed firmware update. As users note, their screen registered passcode taps for a long while, and usually this procedure takes less than a second. It takes key taps long time to register which makes typing kind of difficult. The bug is actually frustrating especially if you are in a rush.

How to Fix iOS 7.1 Keyboard Problem on iPhone

If you get the issue, here is what you need to do to solve it.

Step 1. Launch Settings.

Step 2. Select General tab.

Step 3. Click on Reset option.

Step 4. Select Reset Keyboard Dictionary.

Step 5. You will have to enter a passcode when you are asked to do so.

Step 6. Now the problem should be gone however you need to add custom words again if you had them before because resetting deletes all the words.

iOS 6 car integration was long awaited from Apple, and now with iOS 7 introduction and high popularity a lot of drivers keep waiting for iOS in the car feature official presentation. You get an ability to drive safely since you are able to use Apple Maps while holding the steering wheel. You can do this with CarPlay.

This new Apple technology was introduced earlier this week. The Cupertino-based company showed the opportunities of its iOS CarPlay feature at the Geneva International Motor show. Different firmware users, including iOS 7 future updates, will get a chance to have iOS software on the car dashboard.

Being able to control your vehicle and use iOS options at the same time is really interesting. This is something that will be loved by most “fruit” device fans with vehicles. iOS in the car makes it easy to control your apps with a word. You can also activated different options with fast touch.

Car and navigation bar in iOS 7 and further operating system updates will be a great feature to introduce during WWDC 2014.

CarPlay brings your iPhone content at your fingertips. The new option offers minimum distraction from the road. You can get all the news, Maps directions, Siri help and other things on-the-go.

You have to connect your smartphone with CarPlay. This will give you control over different iOS features through your vehicle’s interface. Siri can be enabled with the click on your steering wheel. This personal assistant can make iPhone calls, let you hear your voicemails, get to your contacts list and much more.

The new iPhone in the car feature let’s you hear your songs, iTunes Radio, hear your messages etc. The first vehicles to get CarPlay support include some Mercedes, Volvo and Ferrari models. They will be sold this year. The next cars to get iOS car option should be Honda, Toyota, Nissan and General Motors.

iPhone 5S in the car option works together with iOS 7 and two more handsets, iPhone 5 and iPhone 5c.