Apple Unleashes iOS 17.3: Major Updates across iPhone, iPad, and More

Apple today released the final version of its much-anticipated iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 upgrades. The new upgrade comes a week after the business distributed the release candidate build to developers for testing. iOS 17.3 is a significant upgrade in terms of platform changes, in addition to bug fixes and performance improvements.

iOS 17.3 Released for iPhone with Major Features and Security Improvements

If you've been waiting for iOS 17.3 or iPadOS 17.3, it's now here for all compatible iPhones and iPads. If your device is compatible, you may download and install the newest version from the Settings app. Simply go to General > Software Update and download the most recent version for your device. The technique is same for the iPhone and iPad.

As previously said, iOS 17.3 is a substantial release that includes several bug fixes and security measures, as per WCCFTech. Aside from that, the update offers support for AirPlaying content on hotel room TVs. You may also make collaborative playlists on Apple Music with your friends and family. Check out the release notes below:

Stolen Device Protection

- Stolen Device Protection increases security of iPhone and Apple ID by requiring Face ID or Touch ID with no passcode fallback to perform certain actions
- Security Delay requires Face ID or Touch ID, an hour wait, and then an additional successful biometric authentication before sensitive operations like changing device passcode or Apple ID password can be performed

Lock Screen

- New Unity wallpaper honors Black history and culture in celebration of Black History Month

Music

- Collaborate on playlists allows you to invite friends to join your playlist and everyone can add, reorder, and remove songs
- Emoji reactions can be added to any track in a collaborative playlist

This update also includes the following improvements:

- AirPlay hotel support lets you stream content directly to the TV in your room in select hotels
- AppleCare & Warranty in Settings shows your coverage for all devices signed in with your Apple ID
- Crash detection optimizations (all iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 models)

As previously indicated, iOS 17.3 is compatible with all iPhone devices. Because it offers a new security feature for the iPhone, we recommend that readers upgrade the current build as soon as possible to secure their device. The firm has also announced other upgrades, so stay tuned. We'll be posting an in-depth look at the new features in the recent iOS 17.3 release soon.

Apple Has Released watchOS 10.3, macOS 14.3, and tvOS 17.3 for Compatible Devices

Apple has just released iOS 17.3, along with watchOS 10.3, macOS 14.3, and tvOS 17.3 updates for all supported devices. If you've been waiting for the update, you can now download and install it for free. The most recent versions provide stability improvements and new features to the table.

watchOS 10.3 is now available for all compatible Apple Watch devices. If you wish to install the most recent update for your device, go to the Apple Watch app on your iPhone, then General > Software Update, and install the newest version. Make sure your Apple Watch has at least 50% battery life and is hooked into a power source. Furthermore, your Apple Watch must be within range of your iPhone and linked to a secure internet connection.

Aside from watchOS 10.3, Apple has released the final version of macOS 14.3 to the public. The most recent version is available for download on compatible Macs via the Software version mechanism in System Settings. The business has also published macOS 12.7.3 and macOS 13.6.4. macOS 14.3 provides security upgrades for older models. MacOS 14.3 adds features including collaborative playlists on Apple Music. Check out the changelog below:

macOS Sonoma 14.3 introduces enhancements to Apple Music, as well as other features, bug fixes, and security updates for your Mac.

• Collaborate on playlists in Apple Music allows you to invite friends to join your playlist and everyone can add, reorder, and remove songs
• Emoji reactions can be added to any track in a collaborative playlist in Apple Music
• AppleCare & Warranty in Settings shows your coverage for all devices signed in with your Apple ID

Aside from that, Apple has made tvOS 17.3 available to everyone who has an Apple TV. The most recent version may be obtained from Settings > Software Update. If you activate automatic updates, your Apple TV will be upgraded to the current version.

Finally, Apple has released HomePod 17.3 software for both the HomePod and HomePod mini. While Apple did not reveal what the updated version contains, we may assume the corporation has just modified the audio with stability improvements. As previously stated, the firm has also released iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 to the general public.

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