Apple releases iOS 14 today, surprising many iOS developers Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Apple releases iOS 14 today, surprising many iOS developers "A big WTF." News by Tom Phillips Deputy Editor Updated on 16 Sep 2020 50 comments Apple last night threw the covers off a range of new iPads and Apple Watches, and fully unveiled its new iOS 14 operating system. But while app developers knew iOS 14 was coming - indeed, developer versions have been available now for a few months - they did not know when it would arrive. It was a little surprising, then, when Apple announced it would begin iOS 14's rollout... today. Numerous app developers reacted in surprise at the news, and there was a scramble overnight to inform users that updating to the new operating system might break unsupported apps. A big WTF at Apple dropping iOS 14 tomorrow without giving developers any notice, or final tools to submit their apps - Steve Troughton-Smith (@stroughtonsmith) September 15, 2020 To see this content please enable targeting cookies. Manage cookie settings These products all look cool as hell, but from the perspective of third-party developer relations, that keynote was one of the worst.- James Thomson (@jamesthomson) September 15, 2020 To see this content please enable targeting cookies. Manage cookie settings Other developers expressed frustration they were not able to capitalise on the traditional planned release day for Apple's latest operating system - a lucrative moment when App Store browsing peaks. iOS 14 adds app support for Android-style home screen widgets and introduces App Clips - bitesize parts of an app which let you use your Apple ID to pay or log-in to a service without having to download its full app. Pokémon Go was one of several games to warn users against upgrading - though in the last few hours it announced it has rushed out an update to ensure compatibility with iOS 14. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 59 Modder dives into Demon's Souls files following PS5 jailbreak, discovers fabled Ring of the Chieftain Who knows what's nexus? 4 Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 10 Latest Articles Preview Football Manager's new Console edition is the best you'll get without a PC Getting Touch-right. Splatoon 3 Amiibos will be out next month Ink-coming! 3 Fans think Phil Spencer's shelf is teasing the Xbox Game Pass streaming box UPDATE: Xbox confirms old Keystone prototype. 59 Modder dives into Demon's Souls files following PS5 jailbreak, discovers fabled Ring of the Chieftain Who knows what's nexus? 4 Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store