Right: Looks like Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are off, right? Nope: They're just disconnected. The radios are still active, which poses both battery and security concerns.
Screenshot by Rick Broida/CNET
There's something different aboutiOS 11-- and whether or not it's a good thing is up for debate.
Ever since its debut, way back in iOS 7, Control Center has included convenientBluetoothand Wi-Fi toggles. Tap one, the feature turns off. Tap again, it's back on.
In iOS 11, those same toggles are there, but they function differently: Instead of actually turning off the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi radios, they simply disconnect you from devices and networks. The radios stay on.
When will Apple fix this?
Apple isn't likely to issue a fix for this unless there's sufficient user outcry, but it isn't a bug; it's by design, according tothis Apple support document.
What's the purpose behind this new "feature"? As explained in that document, "In iOS 11 and later, when you toggle the Wi-Fi or Bluetooth buttons in Control Center, your device will immediately disconnect from Wi-Fi and Bluetooth accessories. Both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth will continue to be available."
Why? So you can keep using "important" features and devices like AirDrop, AirPlay, theApple Penciland theApple Watch.
Here's where it gets really weird: If you deactivate Bluetooth and/or Wi-Fi via Control Center, both will reactivate automatically starting at 5 a.m., or if you restart your device. And Wi-Fi reactivates if you walk or drive to a new location.
How to really turn off Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
Now Bluetooth isoffoff.
Screenshot by Rick Broida/CNET
I suspect most folks toggle these radios off for security reasons (iPhones are susceptible to the recentBlueBorne malware attack) and/or to extend battery life. Unfortunately, Control Center no longer allows you to turn off Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
To do that, you'll need to venture into Settings, just like in the days before Control Center.
For Bluetooth:Settings > Bluetooth > Off
For Wi-Fi:Settings > Wi-Fi > Off
What are your thoughts on this? Do you prefer the new way these buttons simply disconnect you, or do you want Apple to return this option to the way it was?
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