Hold off on updating any of your devices if you’re a member of Apple’s developer program. A few hours after going live, Apple removed the most recent iOS 17.3 Beta 2 update. Why? Some iPhones were reportedly bricked by the update, resulting in endless boot loop problems for the impacted devices.
The second iOS 17.3 beta was quickly taken down from the developer’s center and over-the-air channel. It did not specify when users would be able to access the software once more. But it’s probably already fixed, and before returning it to testers, more firmware testing will be done.
For those interested in learning more, numerous customers have reported on various channels that some iPhones are not functioning properly due to the second beta of iOS 17.3. Some people reported that their iPhone 15 (review) was stuck with a flashing cogwheel, while others reported an endless reboot loop. The problem also seems to impact older iPhone models, such as the iPhone 14, and its underlying cause is said to have enabled the Back Tap gesture.
How to fix an iOS 17.3 Beta 2 boot loop on your iPhone
It was noted that the issue cannot be resolved with a hard reset. Instead, users must download the iOS 17.3 Beta 1 in IPSW file format after plugging their iPhone into a laptop or MacBook to start it in recovery mode. After that, third-party applications like Finder or iMazing can be used to install the firmware.
To begin with, a Stolen Device functionality was present in the previous iOS 17.3 beta edition. This is an improved security technique to stop people from fully taking control of stolen iPhones with exposed passcodes. When using Apple Pay and gaining access to Apple accounts and passwords, it adds additional procedures like Face ID.
The Journal app and Spatial Video mode for the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, which were first released in iOS 17.2, are anticipated to be updated in iOS 17.3. Although it was removed from the iOS 17.2 RC edition, Apple Music’s collaborative playlists functionality will also return.
