Review Update iOS 17.3 : Apa Aja Bedanya?

Summary

Indra reviews the new iOS 17.3 update for iPhones, highlighting key new features like United Bloom wallpapers celebrating Black history month, collaborative playlists in Apple Music, improved AirPlay mirroring to hotel TVs, enhanced stolen device protection requiring biometric authentication before changing passcode/Apple ID, and optimizations like smoother performance and improved battery life. Indra recommends updating and asks viewers to comment on their experiences after upgrading to help others decide whether to install iOS 17.3.

Takeaways

• 😊 iOS 17.3 was just released by Apple with new features like stolen device protection.
• 📱 The update is compatible with iPhone XS and newer models.
• 💻 HomePod OS, tvOS and watchOS also received version 17.3 updates.
• 🌼 There are new United Bloom wallpapers in iOS 17.3 to celebrate Black History Month.
• 🎵 You can now collaborate on playlists with friends and family in Apple Music.
• 📺 AirPlay now works with hotel TVs that have AirPlay support in iOS 17.3.
• 🔐 Stolen device protection adds another security layer if your iPhone is taken to an unfamiliar location.
• 😃 Performance and battery life seem improved over iOS 17.2 based on initial testing.
• 🛡️ There are likely many bug fixes and security improvements in iOS 17.3 as well.
• 👍 It is recommended to update to iOS 17.3 for the new features and optimizations.

Q & A

What is the latest iOS update released by Apple?

iOS 17.3

What are some of the notable new features in iOS 17.3?

New United wallpapers honoring Black History Month, collaboration playlists in Apple Music, improved AirPlay connectivity to smart TVs in hotels, enhanced Find My tracking for Apple devices, and Stolen Device Protection.

What is the new Stolen Device Protection feature in iOS 17.3?

It is an additional security layer that requires biometric authentication before turning off or changing passcodes, Apple IDs, or erasing data when an iPhone is detected to have moved from a familiar location.

Which iPhone models are compatible with the iOS 17.3 update?

The update is compatible with iPhone models from the iPhone XR and newer. Older models like the iPhone X, iPhone 8, and iPhone 8 Plus do not support iOS 17.3.

What steps does the video recommend before updating to iOS 17.3?

Ensure battery level is above 50% or the phone is plugged in, back up your data, ensure internet connection is stable, and disable Back Tap and Triple Tap accessibility features.

How long does downloading the iOS 17.3 firmware update take?

It takes about 6-7 minutes to download the 772.9MB firmware file.

What is the purpose of the new collaborative playlists in Apple Music?

It allows you to create shared playlists with friends and family, where everyone can add songs, reorder tracks, and react with emojis - avoiding conflicts over which songs to play.

How does the improved AirPlay support for hotels work?

You can now directly AirPlay media from your iPhone to supported smart TVs in hotel rooms without needing to login or logout of hotel room accounts.

Where can you check coverage status for Apple devices signed in to your Apple ID?

The new settings allow you to see coverage expiration dates, available services, support options for all your Apple devices linked to your Apple ID directly on your iPhone.

What other improvements are included in the iOS 17.3 update?

Optimized crash detection on iPhone 14/15 models, privacy enhancements, and general bug fixes and performance improvements.