How iOS 17.3 will redefine your User Experience

Manuel Wereb
Mac O’Clock
Published in
4 min readDec 23, 2023

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After the early December launch of iOS 17.2, Apple is currently in the beta testing phase for iOS 17.3, targeting iPhone users. The key highlight of this update is the introduction of a feature named Stolen Device Protection, aimed at safeguarding iPhone users in case both their phone and passcode are stolen.

Continue reading for a comprehensive overview of iOS 17.3, encompassing details on new features, the expected release date, and additional information.

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What is the anticipated release date for iOS 17.3?

Considering the release patterns of iOS 15.3 and iOS 16.3, our current expectation is that iOS 17.3 will likely be launched in the latter part of January. This projection takes into account the historical release dates of previous iOS versions and accommodates the potential slowdown during the holiday period, when many Apple engineers may not be actively working.

  • iOS 16.3: Released on January 23, 2023.
  • iOS 15.3: Released on January 26, 2022.
  • iOS 14.3: Released on December 14, 2020.
  • iOS 13.3: Released on December 10, 2019.

What are the latest features introduced in iOS 17.3?

Secure Device Protection

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Manuel Wereb
Mac O’Clock

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