KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- iOS 17.3 Beta Release: Apple has initiated the rollout of iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 beta versions for public testing before the official release.
- Stolen Device Protection: iOS 17.3 introduces a security feature requiring Face ID or Touch ID for iCloud Keychain access, Lost Mode deactivation, content wiping, and more, enhancing protection against device theft.
- Collaborative Apple Music Playlists: The update enables Apple Music users to create collaborative playlists, fostering shared music experiences. Users can easily convert any playlist into a collaborative one by sharing a link.
- Spatial Video Recording: Recently introduced in iOS 17.2, the ‘spatial video’ recording feature is available for iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, offering a groundbreaking capability to capture and relive moments on Apple Vision Pro.
- Beta Access Procedure: Beta testers can access the iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 beta versions by navigating to the Settings app, selecting the Software Update section, and opting for “Beta Updates” after signing up on Apple’s beta testing website.
- Upcoming Spatial Video Availability: While iOS 17.2 brought spatial video recording, Apple plans to make this feature widely available in early 2024, providing users with a new and immersive way to capture memories.
Apple releases 1st public beta of iOS 17.3 with stolen device protection
Apple is now letting people try out the early versions of its upcoming software updates, iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3, before they’re officially released. To get these test versions, users need to go to their phone settings, find the “Software Update” section, click on “Beta Updates,” and then pick either iOS 17 or iPadOS 17 Public Beta. Before doing this, they have to sign up on Apple’s testing website.
One big feature in iOS 17.3 is the Stolen Device Protection. This is like an extra security guard for your iPhone if it gets stolen. If someone steals your iPhone and tries to use your passcode, they’ll need to also use Face ID or Touch ID to access things like your saved passwords, turning off the Lost Mode, erasing everything on your phone, and using your saved payment info on Safari.
Another cool thing in this update is collaborative Apple Music playlists. This means that Apple Music users can now create playlists together with their friends or family who also like the same music. All they have to do is tap on the person-shaped icon and share the link to turn any playlist into a collaborative one.
Just a little while ago, Apple released iOS 17.2, which gave a special ability to users with the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. Now, they can record something called ‘spatial video,’ which is a cool way to capture important moments in life. Apple says this feature will be available for everyone early next year in 2024.
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