Apple released iOS 17.3 to the general public on Monday, more than a month after the company released iOS 17.2. The latest update brings a few new features, like Stolen Device Protection, as well as bug fixes to your iPhone.
To download the update, go to Settings > General > Software Update, tap Install Now and follow the onscreen prompts.
Here are the new features iOS 17.3 brings to your iPhone.
Stolen Device Protection
Apple’s iOS 17.3 introduces Stolen Device Protection to your iPhone, which aims to help protect you and your data.
According to CNET’s David Lumb, Stolen Device Protection requires you to enter your biometric authentication, like Face ID and Touch ID, multiple times to access some of your sensitive settings and information, like your Apple ID password. This feature uses a new mechanism, called Security Delay, when you try to change these settings.
If you attempt to change these settings when you’re away from a familiar location, like your home, Stolen Device Protection will require you to enter your biometric info, like your facial scan or fingerprint, twice; once initially and then again after an hour. However, since Stolen Device Protection only protects a handful of settings, you still have to take steps to protect other information, like your social media accounts. This is an optional security feature, but Apple recommends everyone turn it on.
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