iOS 7.1.2 release date is expected to happen soon.

Previously, rumors about iOS 7.1.2 release date emerged suggesting that the firmware update will mainly address email attachment encryption issues. And recent reports seem to confirm that the iOS 7.1.2 release date is imminent.

According to a post on Apple Insider, citing a report that surfaced on Friday, the iOS 7 update will most likely bring fixes for issues discovered such as the email attachment encryption and another bug that affects email downloads.

Come iOS 7.1.2 release date, Apple users who will update their iOS device might also be able to get a fix for a lock screen issue. As reported on iClarified, the lock screen bug allows "users access to limited apps in certain circumstances."

Furthermore, 9to5mac.com also mentioned the speculation that the iOS 7.1.2 update "could make it easier for users to disconnect their phone numbers from iMessage." However, there is no indication yet that this feature will be available once the iOS 7.1.2 release date happens.

And lastly, the iOS 7.1.2 release date is also expected to bring in enhancements to iBeacon connectivity, as well as a fix to address data transfer with third-party accessories.

Moreover, the latest reports about the iOS 7.1.2 release date suggested that the Cupertino-based tech giant has already seeded the upcoming firmware with build number 11D25 to carrier partners for approval. They are requested to sign off on the iOS 7.1.2 update by June 27. This means that the iOS 7.1.2 release date for the public is about to happen soon.

Also, as noted on iClarified, iOS 7.1.2 is possibly the final firmware update for the iOS 7 until the iOS 8 version arrives at some point this fall season of 2014.

Stay tune for more updates regarding the iOS 7.1.2 release date.