Apple releases iOS 17.5 — New Games, Tracking Detection, and More
Apple releases iOS 17.5, which includes substantial enhancements for iPhone and iPad users.
The update, which comes alongside iPadOS 17.5, macOS 14.5 Sonoma, and others, provides a range of enhancements, including:
New Games for Apple News+:
Quartiles: is a unique and creative daily word game that tests your wit.
Offline Mode: Access the Today feed and News+ tabs without an internet connection.
Bookmarking in News+ Puzzles: New player data for crosswords, mini-crosswords, and quartiles, including statistics and streaks.
Multiplatform Tracking Detection
Notifications if an unknown Bluetooth tracker moves with you, regardless of the device’s operating system.
Security Enhancements: macOS 14.5 and macOS 13.6.7 focus on security updates to protect your device.
Other Improvements: Performance and stability improvements on HomePod. Updates for watchOS 10.5 and tvOS 17.5.
Installing apps from the web in the EU: EU developers can now allow consumers to install apps from the web under certain conditions.
Availability:
iOS 17.5 is now available for download on compatible devices.
