Apple has released new software just now for its customers, including iOS 17.6.1 for iPhone and iPadOS 17.6.1 for iPad.
As for what’s new in iOS 17.6.1 for iPhone? The release notes mention it includes bug fixes and “addresses an issue that prevents enabling or disabling Advanced Data Protection.” This feature was launched back in 2022 that debuted end-to-end encryption for iCloud backups.
Here’s what’s available now for download for iPhone, iPad and Mac:
You can update your iPhone or iPad by going to Settings > General > Software Update.
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A Patch to the Patch: remember when Apple used to make fun of Microsoft's monthly Patch Tuesdays?
Now granted, that was when Apple used to ignore problems or deny issues existed (and often still do, if it comes to that), so I guess this is an improvement…
As mentioned over and over, Apple always released an updated version of the initial update within a few weeks. Hence, it is foolish to update right away. Yet, without these impatient users, Apple wouldn’t be bothered to provide these follow-up updates so promptly.