After updating to iOS 18, many iPhone users are reporting frustrating lag and delays when using the keyboard. Complaints have flooded Reddit and Apple’s own support forums, with users saying the issue causes noticeable delays between typing and when characters appear on the screen.
The issue seems to affect various iPhone models, including the iPhone 14 Pro Max and iPhone 13 Pro, and some users are describing it as severe enough to disrupt day-to-day use. “There’s a noticeable lag when I press a key, and it’s driving me crazy,” one user shared on Reddit. Others have chimed in with similar experiences, with some mentioning that even the dictation feature becomes unresponsive after a few sentences.
This isn’t an isolated issue for iOS 18. Several users noted that earlier versions of iOS also had similar problems, but they say iOS 18 has made it worse. The issue isn’t just limited to the keyboard either—some users are also reporting lag in apps like Safari and Photos, where switching tabs or scrolling through pictures feels slow and stuttery. However, this might just be a separate bug. Even iPhone 16 users are facing performance issues.
That said, for some, a simple restart or a factory reset has helped alleviate the issue, but many are still struggling to find a consistent fix. “I factory reset then restored a backup from iCloud and it seemed to fix the issue,” another user commented.
Apple has yet to release an official statement addressing the lag, but users are hoping for a fix in an upcoming iOS update. Meanwhile, some who have tested the iOS 18.1 beta have noted that the keyboard lag seems to be less noticeable, though the problem isn’t entirely gone for everyone. In my experience running iOS 18.1 beta on an iPhone 13, I haven’t encountered any noticeable performance issues when typing.
But if you’re experiencing keyboard lag after the iOS 18 update, you’re not alone, and hopefully, Apple will resolve the issue soon. Feel free to let me and other readers know if you found a potential fix for the issue or not in the comments section below.
Dwayne Cubbins
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For nearly a decade, I've been deciphering the complexities of the tech world, with a particular passion for helping users navigate the ever-changing tech landscape. From crafting in-depth guides that unlock your phone's hidden potential to uncovering and explaining the latest bugs and glitches, I make sure you get the most out of your devices. And yes, you might occasionally find me ranting about some truly frustrating tech mishaps.
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