Apple releases iOS 17.3 update for iPhone users, adding Stolen Device Protection feature that protects devices against theft. and new Black Unity wallpapers
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Apple releases update iOS 17.3 Latest version of operating system formobile phone iPhone (including iPadOS 17.3 for iPad), which comes with additional security measures like Stolen Device Protection, which protects devices if they’re stolen. Including adding a new Black Unity background image to celebrate Black History Month. In addition, there are also security updates and other bug fixes for the iPhone. Details of the main interesting features are as follows.
What’s new in iOS 17.3?
Stolen Device Protection
Features to help protect against stolen devices If you choose to turn on this feature At any time an iPhone is likely to be stolen. That is, it detects that you are not in a familiar place, such as home or work. The system will force you to scan your face with Face ID to verify your identity first. In order to be able to unlock the device to access important information, there is also a delay so that the thief cannot immediately change the password or change the security settings.
New Black Unity wallpaper
Picture from: apple.com
Added a new Black Unity wallpaper for the Lock Screen to celebrate Black History Month in 2024, named “Black Unity” as the theme. “Unity blossoms” which comes in the theme of blossoming flowers. Which can be used on iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch.
Other interesting features
In addition, in iOS 17.3 there are other feature updates, such as creating playlists together in Apple Music, as well as checking AppleCare and warranty in the settings page. Along with fixing other bugs such as collision detection and AirPlay features, etc.
iOS 17.3 supported models. What iPhone models are there?
For iPhone models that are supported and can be updated to iOS 17.3 are as follows.
– iPhone 15 Series
– iPhone 14 Series
– iPhone 13 Series
– iPhone 12 Series
– iPhone 11 Series
– iPhone XS Series
– iPhone XR
– iPhone SE 2nd generation
– iPhone SE 3rd generation
iOS 17.3 How to update? What should I do?
For users of supported iPhone models You can update OTA (Over The Air) with the following steps:
1. Go to Settings.
2. Select the topic General.
3. Select Software Update.
4. Press Download & Install (Download and Install).
That’s it, the system will begin the iOS 17.3 update process, which will only take a few minutes.
Thank you for information and pictures from: support.apple.com(2), apple.com
