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The iOS 17.5 photo bug caused deleted photos to resurface on iPhones due to a new local storage scanning mechanism, not involving any Apple or iCloud servers. The issue was fixed in iOS 17.5.1 by removing this scanning feature, and affected users need to manually delete the restored photos from the Recents folder. Claims about photos reappearing on wiped and resold devices were debunked.
Apple released iOS 17.5.1 to fix a bug in iOS 17.5 that caused previously deleted photos to resurface on local devices due to a database corruption issue. The company clarified that the photos were not regurgitated from iCloud but were retained locally. Apple also addressed user concerns about photos appearing on other devices, attributing it to non-iCloud backups or direct transfers. The incident highlights the complexities of data deletion and storage.
Apple has clarified that the iOS 17.5 bug causing deleted photos to reappear was due to a corrupted database entry on affected devices, not iCloud Photos. The issue, which affected a small number of users, was fixed in the iOS 17.5.1 update, but users must manually delete any reappeared photos.
Apple released iOS 17.5.1 to fix a rare issue where deleted photos reappeared due to database corruption. The problem was not related to iCloud Photos but to the device's file system. Apple clarified that properly erased devices do not retain old photos, and affected users need to manually delete reappeared photos.
Apple has released a fix for a bug in iOS 17.5 that caused deleted photos to reappear in users' photo libraries, raising privacy concerns. The issue, described as a "rare" database corruption, has led to questions about how Apple stores and deletes photo data. Despite issuing the fix, Apple has not provided detailed explanations, prompting criticism and concerns about the potential recurrence of the problem.
Apple has begun beta testing iOS 17.5, expected to be released in mid-May, with new features including web distribution in the EU, a new Quartiles game for Apple News+, design changes, and Find My network updates. The update also includes changes for MDM users and hints at a new gesture for Apple Pencil 3 in iPadOS 17.5.
The new iOS 17.5 beta allows iPhone users in the European Union to download apps directly from the websites of Apple app developers, bypassing the App Store or alternative app marketplaces. Developers must meet specific criteria for safety and transparency, and a 0.50 euro Core Technology Fee is charged for each annual install over one million. This move is in compliance with the EU's Digital Markets Act and is not available on the iPad or to iPhone users in other countries.
iOS 17.5 beta 1 introduces new features such as the Apple News+ Quartiles game, Game Center integration, a new unwanted tracking system, web installation for apps in the EU, and design updates for the Podcast widget and Books app. Additionally, the update provides insights into the 2024 iPad Pro, including details about new display technology, model identifiers, OLED panel suppliers, and potential features for the Apple Pencil 3 and Magic Keyboard. The iPad Pro is expected to launch in May, with the iOS 17.5 update likely to follow soon after.
Apple's upcoming iOS 17.5 beta includes a hidden word game called Quartiles for Apple News+ subscribers, featuring word snippets in a grid format. However, the game has received criticism for its difficulty and lack of user-friendly features, leading to frustration among players. Some feel that the game's design makes it more infuriating than enjoyable, and it requires a strong command of the English language to succeed. Despite being part of the iOS update, Quartiles has faced backlash for its challenging gameplay and lack of accessibility for a wider audience.
Apple's iOS 17.5 update introduces a new word game called "Quartiles" to the Apple News app, expanding its collection of puzzles for Apple News+ subscribers. The game challenges players to form words from a grid of tiles and includes Game Center integration with leaderboards for Daily Solve Time and Daily Score stats. However, the discoverability of these puzzles within the app is questioned, with suggestions for better integration.
Apple has begun beta testing iOS 17.5, expected to be released in mid-May, with new features including web distribution in the EU, design changes, Find My network updates, and an update for MDM users. The update allows developers to distribute apps directly from their websites within the EU, introduces anti-stalking capabilities for accessories like AirTags, and includes a new system to disable unwanted tracking accessories.
Apple has released the first developer beta for iOS 17.5, offering a glimpse of upcoming features such as opening the iPhone to alternative marketplaces in response to the EU's Digital Markets Act, improved Find My functionality to detect unauthorized trackers, and various redesign elements. The beta also hints at changes for Mobile Device Management and potential new features for iPadOS 17.5.
Apple's upcoming iOS 17.5 update will introduce new features to address privacy and security concerns related to Bluetooth trackers like AirTag, allowing the Find My app to identify and alert users about uncertified tracking accessories. Google is also set to launch its own Find My Device network, which will provide similar protections for Android users. These developments aim to address worries about potential misuse of tracking devices and enhance the security of the tracking experience for users.
Apple releases the first beta of iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 with few user-facing features, while rumors suggest the iPhone 16 may have thinner bezels and new iPads face production delays. The iPadOS 17.5 beta hints at a Battery Health menu for upcoming iPads, and details on the rumored Beats Solo 4 headphones emerge. Additionally, Apple introduces spatial Personas for the Vision Pro headset, and a newsletter offers a weekly recap of top Apple stories.
Apple's upcoming iOS 17.5 update for iPhone will introduce new features to address concerns related to Bluetooth trackers like AirTag, allowing the Find My app to identify and alert users about non-certified tracking accessories. Google is also launching its own Find My Device network, which will help locate devices and compatible accessories even when offline. Recent incidents of AirTags being used for potential criminal activities have prompted the need for enhanced tracking device protection, with both Apple and Google's systems expected to bring significant changes in the coming weeks.