Outlook for iOS crashes due to coding error
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Microsoft confirmed that Outlook for iOS version 5.2602.0 crashes or freezes on iPad devices due to a coding error. The issue arises from a change meant to refresh tabs when feature flags are updated. Users can work around the problem by launching Outlook in Airplane Mode and then re-enabling Wi-Fi or cellular data. Microsoft has developed a fix, but it may take up to 24 hours to reach the App Store due to Apple's review process.
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23.01.2026 15:34 1 articles · 23h ago
Outlook for iOS crashes due to coding error
Microsoft confirmed that Outlook for iOS version 5.2602.0 crashes or freezes on iPad devices due to a coding error. The issue arises from a change meant to refresh tabs when feature flags are updated. Users can work around the problem by launching Outlook in Airplane Mode and then re-enabling Wi-Fi or cellular data. Microsoft has developed a fix, but it may take up to 24 hours to reach the App Store due to Apple's review process.
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- Microsoft: Outlook for iOS crashes, freezes due to coding error — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 23.01.2026 15:34
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Outlook for iOS version 5.2602.0 crashes or freezes on iPad devices due to a coding error.
First reported: 23.01.2026 15:341 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Microsoft: Outlook for iOS crashes, freezes due to coding error — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 23.01.2026 15:34
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The issue is related to a change meant to refresh tabs when feature flags are updated.
First reported: 23.01.2026 15:341 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Microsoft: Outlook for iOS crashes, freezes due to coding error — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 23.01.2026 15:34
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Users can work around the problem by launching Outlook in Airplane Mode and then re-enabling Wi-Fi or cellular data.
First reported: 23.01.2026 15:341 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Microsoft: Outlook for iOS crashes, freezes due to coding error — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 23.01.2026 15:34
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Microsoft has developed a fix, but it may take up to 24 hours to reach the App Store due to Apple's review process.
First reported: 23.01.2026 15:341 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Microsoft: Outlook for iOS crashes, freezes due to coding error — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 23.01.2026 15:34
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The issue has been flagged as an incident in the Microsoft 365 admin center.
First reported: 23.01.2026 15:341 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Microsoft: Outlook for iOS crashes, freezes due to coding error — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 23.01.2026 15:34