A new software bug has surfaced that can cause the home screen of iPhone and iPad devices to crash. This issue affects users who type a specific 4-character phrase on their device.
What Causes the Home Screen to Crash?
This bug causes the iPhone’s SpringBoard app, which controls the home screen, to crash. When users type the phrase “::” in three different places, the device’s home screen crashes. These places include the home screen’s search function, the app library’s search bar, and the settings app’s search bar.
No Major Damage to the Device, but Caution is Important
Although this bug does not cause permanent damage to the device, it’s better to avoid typing this phrase to keep your iPhone safe and avoid any unnecessary trouble.
Is This a New Issue?
This is not the first time iPhones have experienced crashes due to a phrase. In the past, similar issues occurred in 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2020, where specific phrases typed in messages would cause the device to crash. Fortunately, this time it’s not a cyber attack but just a minor security bug.
Conclusion
If you want to prevent your iPhone or iPad’s home screen from crashing, avoid typing this specific phrase. While this bug isn’t severe, caution is always better.
Tech giants like Apple usually resolve such bugs quickly, so it’s expected that a solution for this issue will be available soon.