Issues since IOS 18.5 update with calls, data, and battery issues

Did you restart your Apple Watch after the update and Force Restart your iPhone and iPad after the update? This is recommended after all updates.

To restart your Apple Watch, simply press and hold the power button until you see the off button at the top right hand corner. Tap it and then swipe to power off. Wait a minute, then press and hold the power button until you see the Apple Logo, then let go.

To Force restart your iPhone or iPad, see this link --> Force restart iPhone - Apple Support (the link is for iPhone, but the same process works on iPad)

I have iPhone 11 on 18.5 and when I take screen grab, my brightness of the phone goes down to half and I can’t see my screen.

reporting this as a bug for future fixes.

in addition toSeveral issues have been reported by users who have updated to iOS 18.5, including battery drain, performance issues, and problems with specific apps like Mail and the Mail app freezing. Some users have also experienced issues with connectivity, such as problems with tethering to a computer and degraded service. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown: 

Battery Drain: 

• Users have reported significant battery drain after updating to iOS 18.5, with some experiencing a noticeable decrease in battery life, especially on older devices like the iPhone SE 2022. 
• The battery drain issue seems to be inconsistent, with some users experiencing it more frequently than others. 

Performance Issues: 

• Some users have experienced lagging, jerky graphics, and slow app launches, particularly noticeable during FaceTime audio calls and when scrolling through apps. 
• Graphical freezes when opening apps like the Camera have also been reported. 
• Some users have experienced a slowdown in overall performance and responsiveness. 

App-Specific Issues: 

• The Mail app has been reported to freeze or fail to respond, with users experiencing blank or white screens. 
• Some users have reported that the Mail app is still freezing on iOS 18.5. 

Connectivity Issues: 

• Users have reported issues with tethering their iPhones to computers, experiencing "you are not connected to the internet" messages in Safari, despite the phone being connected to a personal hotspot. 
• Degraded service connectivity has also been reported. 

Other Issues: 

• Some users have experienced issues with MagSafe charging. 
• There are reports of Siri reverting to the old style for some users, with others experiencing background downloads of a new model. 
• AirPods Max with USB-C have also been reported to have issues. 

General Feedback: 

• Many users have expressed frustration with the issues, with some stating that they are considering switching away from Apple products. 
• Some users have reported that the issues are so severe that they are impacting the usability of their devices.