Apple has released iOS 16.3, the third major update to its latest operating software iOS 16.
How to download it
The update features security keys for Apple ID, new HomePod support, bug fixes, etc.
iOS 16.3 can be downloaded over-the-air by navigating to Settings > General > Software Update on compatible iPhones and iPads.
However, owing to high demand it may take a little longer for the updates to reach every user.
Highlights
The update comes with security keys for Apple ID with which users can opt for physical two-factor authentication instead of the digital two-factor authentication used for Apple ID logins.
There’s a new Unity wallpaper, along with support for the second-generation HomePod, which was announced on January 18.
It can be ordered now, with shipping starting from February 3.
The update also fixes bugs that caused horizontal lines to temporarily appear on the iPhone 14 Pro Max and another that resulted in the Home Lock Screen widget not accurately displaying the Home application status.
Full list of fixes, features & more
Here’s Apple’s full release notes for the update:
This update includes the following enhancements and bug fixes:
- New Unity wallpaper honors Black history and culture in celebration of Black History Month
- Security Keys for Apple ID allow users to strengthen the security of their account by requiring a physical security key as part of the two-factor authentication sign-in process on new devices
- Support for HomePod (2nd generation)
- Emergency SOS calls now require holding the side button with the up or down volume button and then releasing in order to prevent inadvertent emergency calls
- Fixes an issue in Freeform where some drawing strokes created with Apple Pencil or your finger may not appear on shared boards
- Addresses an issue where the wallpaper may appear black on the Lock Screen
- Fixes an issue where horizontal lines may temporarily appear while waking up iPhone 14 Pro Max
- Fixes an issue where the Home Lock Screen widget does not accurately display the Home app status
- Addresses an issue where Siri may not respond properly to music requests
- Resolves issues where Siri requests in CarPlay may not be understood correctly
The first iOS 16 OS came out in September last year.
iOS 16.3 comes over a month after the launch of iOS 16.2, an update that featured the Freeform app, Apple Music Sing, Advanced Data Protection and more.
