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Apple's iOS 18.2, a major update featuring expanded Apple Intelligence, is expected to release in early December, likely the week of December 9. This update will extend advanced features to more English-speaking countries, including the UK, Australia, South Africa, Canada, and New Zealand. The release is anticipated to occur on a Tuesday, possibly December 10, although exact dates may vary.
Apple abruptly withdrew the iOS 17.3 developer beta from its Developer Center after reports of a boot loop issue that rendered some iPhones inoperable. The problem seemed to be more prevalent on devices with the Back Tap feature enabled. While the public beta has been delayed, Apple is working on a fix and has advised users to restore their devices using Recovery Mode if affected. The incident has raised questions about the final release date of iOS 17.3, which may be pushed back from its expected late January or early February timeline.
Apple abruptly withdrew the iOS 17.3 developer beta from its Developer Center after reports of iPhones entering boot loops post-installation. The issue was significant enough to prompt the removal of both iOS and iPadOS 17.3 betas just hours after their release. Apple has not provided a new timeline for the public beta release and has advised those with affected devices to enter Recovery Mode and restore a previous iOS version. The problem may have been linked to the Back Tap feature and could potentially delay the full release of iOS 17.3.
The latest iOS 17.3 beta 2 update is causing some iPhones, particularly models from the iPhone 12 onwards, to become bricked and stuck in a boot loop. Apple is expected to address the issue, potentially delaying the public beta or withdrawing the developer beta. Users affected by the problem can fix their devices by downloading the previous iOS 17.3 beta 1 IPSW, entering recovery mode, and restoring their iPhone to the earlier version using a Mac or software like iMazing, though this process will erase iPhone data.
Apple is set to release iOS 17.3, introducing significant new features such as Stolen Device Protection, which prevents unauthorized access to an iPhone or iPad if it's stolen. This update follows a Wall Street Journal report on iPhone security vulnerabilities. Users can activate this feature in the settings, enhancing their device's security. Additionally, iOS 17.3 is expected to include important security fixes for vulnerabilities that may have been exploited in real-life attacks. The update is crucial for users with newer devices, as Apple now only provides iOS 16 patches for older iPhones. More features, like Collaborative Playlists in Apple Music and RCS messaging, are anticipated in 2024, with iOS 18 expected to bring AI enhancements to Siri and Messages.