With the launch of iOS 16.3, Apple increased the security of its mobile operating system. iOS users can now use physical security keys for their Apple ID’s two-factor authentication (2FA) for the first time. Celebrities, journalists, and government workers who face extraordinary security threats will now be further protected by this new safeguard disclosed by the corporation last year.
Phishing attacks, which con users into granting an intruder access through 2FA, should be avoided with critical physical support. Only individuals with physical access to the key can access your account if you use a device like the YubiKey. Most security keys use USB, while some can be plugged into the iPhone’s Lightning connection.
NFC and Bluetooth keys, however, ought to function with the iPhone, and you may use Apple’s Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter to attach a USB key. Additionally updated in iOS 16.3 are the Emergency SOS controls.
Holding down the power and volume-up buttons will still allow you to contact emergency services, but it will wait to dial 911 until you let go of the controls. This enables you to cancel before alerting the emergency services.
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Additionally, the update includes bug fixes for problems, including strokes not showing up on shared Freeform app boards, horizontal lines showing up on the iPhone 14 Pro Max after waking up, and a glitch that prohibited the Home lock screen widget from displaying the status of the Home app.
Finally, it includes compatibility with the newest HomePod of the second generation. You may install the update by going to Settings > General > Software Update on a compatible device.
Here are all the releases from Apple today except 12.5.7 as Apple did not add that to its release page. Lots of updates available to everyone right now with iOS 16.3 and updates to iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV and HomePod pic.twitter.com/vhdwWoYEkl
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I upgrade to 16.3?
Yes, most users should update to iOS 16.3 on their iPhones. Several security enhancements in the latest patch are essential for protecting privacy. Data breaches may be more likely for users of outdated software.
What is new in Ipados 16.3?
iPhone OS 16.3 The improvements and problem fix in this update are as follows: By requiring a physical security key as part of the two-factor authentication sign-in process on new devices, Security Keys for Apple ID enable users to increase the security of their account. Assistance for HomePod (2nd generation)
What are Apple security keys?
An Apple ID security key is a tiny piece of third-party hardware that you may attach to your iPhone and use to prove your identity while logging in.