Apple Boosts Its iOS Security Through The Release Of A New 16.3 Software Update
Apple is starting off 2023 right and by that, we mean enhanced security features for its users.
The
leading iPhone maker boosted iOS security through the launch of a new
software update to its 16.3. This is reportedly the first time that iOS
users could make use of physical security keys to carry out the 2FA via
their Apple user ID.
The measure was first mentioned by the
Cupertino firm in 2022 and now, we’re seeing it come into play today.
Many are seeing this as an excellent extra protection layer for all
users having trouble with the countless number of threats coming their
way on a usual basis. This entails the likes of celebs, employees, in
the public sector, and even journalists.
Such support will
reportedly assist in warding off threats linked to phishing scams that
are disguised to trick users into allowing intruders to get access via
2-factor authentication. Moreover, such devices as the YubiKey
delineates how those having access to such keys may end up in your
account.
Apple announced that although most security keys enter into the device’s
lightning port, the majority of them utilize USB. But in most cases,
both the likes of NFC and Bluetooth keys do work well using this device.
Hence, you do end up plugging USBs into the Apple Lightening that’s
connected to the phone’s USB 3 camera adapter.
This new update
would also be looking at the likes of controls designed for Emergency
SOS situations. In such a way, users would be able to call up any
emergency service by simply pressing down on the buttons for volume
control and power. For now, it will not be calling up 911 until and
unless the user releases it. For those wondering why? Well, it gives
users the chance to cancel emergency service calls before any relevant
authority receives the notification.
On the other hand, this new
update will also be altering any reported bugs such as strokes that
don’t appear across shared boards seen on the Freeform application.
Other issues like horizontally placed lines on the iPhone 14 Pro Max
witnessed after waking and even bugs linked to home screen lock widgets
not displaying the Home app status would be included. Lastly, there’s
more support being included for the likes of the 2nd Gen HomePod.
If you happen to have any device that’s compatible, be sure to update your phone by entering the settings tab today.