Apple started to rollout the release candidate of the iOS 17.3 software update for public beta iPhone devices ahead of next week’s official release for all iPhone users.
This release highlights all of the new features and capabilities of iOS 17.3 as a pre-release preparation. If you are interested in loading this new update make sure to participate in the beta channel to get the new build.
However, RC is an early access version and it’s not recommended to load a beta update on your primary device as it may bring numerous bugs and changes that could ruin your iPhone experience.
Below you can check the full iOS 17.3 RC changelog:
Stolen Device Protection
- Stolen Device Protection increases security of iPhone and Apple ID by requiring Face ID or Touch ID with no passcode fallback to perform certain actions
- Security Delay requires Face ID or Touch ID, an hour wait, and then an additional successful biometric authentication before sensitive operations like changing device passcode or Apple ID password can be performed
Lock Screen
- New Unity wallpaper honors Black history and culture in celebration of Black History Month
Music
- Collaborate on playlists allows you to invite friends to join your
playlist and everyone can add, reorder, and remove songs - Emoji reactions can be added to any track in a collaborative playlist
This update also includes the following improvements:
- AirPlay hotel support lets you stream content directly to the TV in your room in select hotels
- AppleCare & Warranty in Settings shows your coverage for all devices signed in with your Apple ID
- Crash detection optimizations (all iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 models)
iOS 17.3