Apple’s Weather app on iPhone is down for many users today. The issues started at around midnight ET and have persisted throughout the morning in many locations. iPhone owners have reported opening the Weather app and finding no data or old cached weather information.
9to5Mac notes that while the main Weather app is broken for many, the Apple Watch version is working fine for people. Apple issued a support notification earlier today noting that “some users are affected” by the lack of Weather data. Apple’s support note says that “next-hour precipitation may be unavailable for Alaska due to a data provider outage,” but the problem is far more widespread than just Alaska.
This outage is especially frustrating for users who rely on the Apple Weather app for up-to-date and accurate weather information. It is not clear how long the outage will last, but Apple is likely working to resolve the issue as soon as possible.
This is not the first time that Apple has experienced issues with its Weather app. In the past, users have reported inaccuracies in the app’s data, such as incorrect temperatures or forecasts. However, these issues were generally isolated and did not affect a large number of users.
The current outage is more widespread and is likely due to a technical issue with the app’s data provider. It is unclear at this time which data provider is responsible for the outage, but Apple is likely investigating the issue and working to resolve it.
Apple’s Weather app issues come just a week after Dark Sky returned briefly. Apple acquired Dark Sky in 2020 and shut it down and moved some of its features into the Weather app. The Dark Sky app briefly returned from the dead last week before disappearing again.
When Apple’s new Weather app is working, it has some great improvements thanks to the Dark Sky integration, but many still miss the dedicated Dark Sky app. Apple has added rain alerts, but you’re not able to control whether you want alerts for light, medium, or heavy rain, which is particularly irritating in countries like England, where it rains a lot. Apple is based in California’s Silicon Valley, where it rains infrequently, so Apple’s software engineers probably forgot to migrate over that essential feature from Dark Sky.
The outage of the Weather app is also a reminder of the growing importance of accurate weather data in today’s world. With more people working remotely and relying on digital tools for communication and collaboration, having access to up-to-date and accurate weather information is more important than ever.
For businesses that rely on accurate weather data, such as agriculture or transportation companies, an outage like this can have serious consequences. Even for individuals, inaccurate weather information can cause inconvenience or even danger if it results in incorrect travel plans or preparation for severe weather events.
In conclusion, the outage of Apple’s Weather app is a frustrating reminder of the importance of accurate weather data in our daily lives. While Apple is likely working to resolve the issue, it serves as a reminder of the potential consequences of relying too heavily on digital tools for critical information. As we continue to embrace digital technology in our personal and professional lives, it is important to also consider backup plans and alternative sources of information to ensure that we are prepared for any potential outages or disruptions.
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