Apple has started rolling out iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 to the public with new emojis, revamped battery health section, and more. These updates come almost two months after the release of iOS 17.4.1 and iPadOS 17.4.1 which debuted with bug fixes and security improvements. Apple keeps refining the software experience with every 17.x update whilst also fixing security issues.
Here’s what’s new according to the Release Notes:
“This update introduces a new Pride Radiance wallpaper for the Lock Screen, Apple News enhancements, and other features, bug fixes and security updates for your iPhone.
Some features may not be available in all regions or on all Apple devices. For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: https://support.apple.com/kb/HT201222
- Apple News:
-Â Offline mode in Apple News+ gives you access to the Today
feed and News+ tab, even when you don’t have an internet
connection
– Quartiles is a new and original daily word game that is now
available in Apple News+
– Scoreboard in News+ Puzzles gives you access to new player
data for Crossword, Mini Crossword and Quartiles, including stats
and streaks - Tracking Notifications:
– Cross-Platform Tracking Detection delivers notifications to
users if a compatible Bluetooth tracker they do not own is moving
with them, regardless of what operating system the device is
paired with”
iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 also include fixes to 15 security flaws, according to Apple.
iOS 17.5 should also enable users in the EU to download apps from the web, without the App Store, although developers need to enable it first.
These updates are available on all devices that support iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 including:
- iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max, and iPhone XR
- iPhone SE (3rd generation)
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
- iPad Pro (2nd generation and later)
- iPad Air (3rd generation and later)
- iPad (6th generation and later)
- iPad mini (5th generation and later)
In addition to iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5, Apple has also released iOS 16.7.8, and iPadOS 16.7.8, for older devices with bug fixes and security improvements. Some of the oldest supported devices are the iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, and iPhone X. Apple ended support for these devices with iOS 16. However, it is simply amazing to see them provide security updates till date for devices that are over 6 years old, making Apple a clear winner in terms of Security & Software updates.
It is highly recommended to update your iPhone & iPad to the latest software for the best experience and the best security. What’s your favorite new feature? Let us know down in the comments or tweet to us on @appleosophy! Be sure to download the Appleosophy App from the App Store or visit our website to stay updated with the latest Apple news!
