iOS, iPadOS 17.3 Released January 22, 2024

An incremental but important update has just been released for recent Apple devices including the iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Watch, and Mac. The new update, version 17.3, comes with a highly anticipated theft-deterrent feature, that when enabled will require regular FaceID check-ins. This is to prevent theft from people who know your device’s PIN.

You can install 17.3 right now through your device’s Settings application. Depending on your device, the new update weighs in at around 600-850MB. You’ll need to install the new iOS before updating your Apple Watch. There is also an update for the Mac.