Apple (AAPL) Offers First Update for iOS 7 Since Launch

Apple (Nasdaq: AAPL) released its first update for iOS 7 since the operating system debut some six months ago.

Earlier Monday, Apple offered up iOS 7.1 for download. Features of the update include:

-- CarPlay. According to Apple, Available on select new cars in 2014, CarPlay takes the things you want to do with your iPhone while driving and puts them on your car’s built-in display. Now you have a smarter, safer way to make calls, get directions, or play music from your iPhone while in the car. Just plug in your iPhone and go.

-- Siri improvements. Manually control when Siri listens by holding down the Home button while you speak and releasing it when you’re done, the company said.

-- Better camera settings.

-- iTunes Radio updates.

-- Calendar changes.

-- Improvements to Touch ID.

-- An occasional Home screen crash bug has been fixed.

-- iPhone 4 users will enjoy improved responsiveness and performance.

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