iOS 17.3 beta brings Stolen device protection for iPhones has started the rollout of the iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 beta updates for developers. This comes shortly after the recent release of iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2.
Actions requiring authentication
-Viewing or using passwords or passkeys
-Applying for a new Apple Card
-Turning off Lost Mode
-Erasing all content and settings
-Apple Cash and Savings actions in Wallet
-Using payment methods in Safari
-Setting up a new device
One-Hour Security Delay for
-Changing the Apple ID password
-Updating Apple ID security settings
-Changing an iPhone passcode
-Adding or removing Face ID or Touch ID
-Turning off Find My
-Turning off Stolen Device Protection
Basically, Apple has thoughtfully created a two-tier system that offers the right level of security. It also prioritizes user friendliness, which makes Stolen Device Protection a great addition.
To turn on Stolen Device Protection, make sure you’re first running iOS 17.3 beta. If you are, head to Settings, Face ID and Passcode, and then Stolen Device Protection.
The public release of iOS 17.3 is expected in January or February of next year. I hope you will know upcoming features will be updated in the iOS version coming days to get on it.