Enhanced security: Apple iOS 17.3 stolen device protection will save your iPhone, download now

Apple's recent iOS update, version iOS 17.3, brings a critical security boost with Stolen Device Protection. This feature adds layers of defense against phone thieves, requiring biometric verification and introducing delays for crucial actions.

1. Stolen Device Protection Overview:Apple's latest iOS update, version 17.3, introduces Stolen Device Protection, a feature designed to thwart thieves by adding extra security layers. It aims to prevent unauthorized access to key functions and settings, addressing vulnerabilities exploited by iPhone thieves.  (unsplash)

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1/6 1. Stolen Device Protection Overview:Apple's latest iOS update, version 17.3, introduces Stolen Device Protection, a feature designed to thwart thieves by adding extra security layers. It aims to prevent unauthorized access to key functions and settings, addressing vulnerabilities exploited by iPhone thieves.  (unsplash)

2. Increased Security Measures:Stolen Device Protection tracks users' "familiar locations," requiring additional biometric verifications for certain actions when the device is away from these places. This reduces reliance on easily compromised passcodes, enhancing security with features like Face ID or Touch ID.  (unsplash)

2/6 2. Increased Security Measures:Stolen Device Protection tracks users' "familiar locations," requiring additional biometric verifications for certain actions when the device is away from these places. This reduces reliance on easily compromised passcodes, enhancing security with features like Face ID or Touch ID.  (unsplash)

3. Biometric Authentication:The feature ensures that only the rightful owner can erase contents or settings by demanding a Face ID or Touch ID scan. Passcodes or backup methods are not accepted, making it significantly challenging for thieves attempting to wipe the device for resale.  (unsplash)

3/6 3. Biometric Authentication:The feature ensures that only the rightful owner can erase contents or settings by demanding a Face ID or Touch ID scan. Passcodes or backup methods are not accepted, making it significantly challenging for thieves attempting to wipe the device for resale.  (unsplash)

4. Actions Triggering Protection:Stolen Device Protection activates when users attempt actions like using Keychain passwords, modifying Apple ID settings, turning off Lost Mode, applying for an Apple Card, or setting up a new device. A second layer introduces delays and additional verifications for critical security settings. (unsplash)

4/6 4. Actions Triggering Protection:Stolen Device Protection activates when users attempt actions like using Keychain passwords, modifying Apple ID settings, turning off Lost Mode, applying for an Apple Card, or setting up a new device. A second layer introduces delays and additional verifications for critical security settings. (unsplash)

5. Activation Process:To activate Stolen Device Protection, users need to update their iOS, go to settings, and navigate to "Face ID & Passcode" or "Touch ID & Passcode." After entering the passcode, users can find and toggle the Stolen Device Protection setting. Ensure two-factor authentication and Find My device are active for it to appear. (unsplash)

5/6 5. Activation Process:To activate Stolen Device Protection, users need to update their iOS, go to settings, and navigate to "Face ID & Passcode" or "Touch ID & Passcode." After entering the passcode, users can find and toggle the Stolen Device Protection setting. Ensure two-factor authentication and Find My device are active for it to appear. (unsplash)

6. Applicability to iPhone Models:Stolen Device Protection applies to iPhone XS and newer models, including the second- and third-generation iPhone SE models. This feature aims to address the reported surge in phone thefts by making it more challenging for thieves to compromise user accounts and data. (unsplash)

6/6 6. Applicability to iPhone Models:Stolen Device Protection applies to iPhone XS and newer models, including the second- and third-generation iPhone SE models. This feature aims to address the reported surge in phone thefts by making it more challenging for thieves to compromise user accounts and data. (unsplash)