What does the blue dot next to certain icons represent ?

[iMore Question]

After updating the apps on my iPad there is a blue dot next to the name of the app ,and the app does not open. I switched off my iPad and turn it on again but it didn't work . Iam using ios7 .how can I enable the app ?

 

[phreddyl]

try deleting and reinstalling to see if that helps- it may be an issue with the app itself. Also check the recent reviews to see if any one else is having the same issue

 

[anon4757448]

I'm wondering if that's an issue with the phone. The blue dots drive me crazy so I always open the app just to get rid of them. If it happens to each updated app, the app may not be the issue. Did you try a reset by holding down the power and home buttons until the phone restarts? If that doesn't work I would contact Apple.


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[Janey_G]

It is because the app was recently updated. If you launch the app, the dot will clear out.

 

[anon4757448]

It is because the app was recently updated. If you launch the app, the dot will clear out.

I think the issue is that the updated apps won't open.


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[pr1nce]

As Janey mentioned the blue dot means it's a recently updated app. However, if you're not able to launch the the app, delete the app and relaunch. Good luck.

 

[Jaguarr40]

Delete the app, Reboot your phone to clear any cached files or remnants of that app and then reinstall it. Try launching it then and all should be good.