Apple released iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5 to the general public last week, which brought a boatload of forward-facing additions to the table. Apart from new features and changes, the update also housed a plethora of bug fixes and performance enhancements for a smooth user experience. However, you might want to wait to skip the latest version and wait for the next update. iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5 comes with an issue that is breaking Apple's Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter on iPhone and iPad models. Scroll down to read more details on the matter and if you should downgrade to the previous version.

iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5 bug is causing an issue where Apple's Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter will not work properly

Apple's Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter for accessories is not working properly with the release of iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5. The updating is causing the accessory to not charge while delivering its devised purpose to connect a camera or a mic. The adapter comes with a USB-C port along with a Lightning port that allows users to connect their accessory having the ability to simultaneously charge their iPhone or iPad. iOS 16.5 is causing an issue where the accessory would connect, but the ability to charge the iPhone is broken.

Affected users have shared their disappointment on the Apple Support Communityand Reddit, stating that the adapter does not charge or power any device that is connected to either port. Take note that this is not a hardware issue, as the culprit is the latest iOS 16.5 update. If you are a content creator who uses the accessory all the time, it is best that you restrain yourself from updating to the latest build.

As mentioned earlier, affected users should skip iOS 16.5 update as it causes the Apple Lightning to USB 3 camera adapter to not work as intended. if you have already updated to the latest build, you can downgrade to the previous iOS build. Apple will stop signing iOS 16.4.1 this week, which will restrict you from downgrading to the previous version. Henceforth, it would be wise to make use of the availability.

For everyone else who does not use the adapter, the update brings a boatload of new additions and changes to the table. You can check out the changelog for more details. Apple has also seeded the first iOS 16.6 beta to developers for testing purposes which will potentially arrive next month after the WWDC event. This is all there is to it, folks. Are you affected by the iOS 16.5 issue? Let us know in the comments.