If you’re an iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max owner and are planning to update to the iOS 16.1 beta you should be aware that the beta is preventing the GPS from working properly (Via MacRumors) on the devices for many users. While we can expect bugs in beta software, this bug affects a much-used core function of the iPhone.
The good news is, iPhone 14 Pro users who already installed the iOS 16.1 beta can downgrade to iOS 16.0.1 or wait until a later iOS 16.1 beta fixes the issue in order to restore GPS functionality. The cause of the issue is unclear.
iPhone 14 Pro models boast dual-frequency GPS support, meaning the iPhones can receive signals from GPS satellites operating on both the legacy L1 frequency and the higher-power L5 frequency, allowing them to better travel through obstacles like buildings and trees. The combination of the two signals is designed to improve location accuracy in mapping apps and more.
Standard iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus do not have to worry, as their handsets lack dual-frequency GPS support.
