Apple today released iOS 17.6.1 and iPadOS 17.6.1, the latest minor version updates for the iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 operating systems. Just one week after the release of iOS 17.6 and iPadOS 17.6, Apple has been quick to roll out this series of fix updates.
Users can download and install iOS 17.6.1 and iPadOS 17.6.1 directly on supported iPhones and iPads via the Settings > General > Software Update path on the device. 17.6.1 and iPadOS 17.6.1 on supported iPhones and iPads. iOS 16.7.10 has also been released for devices that cannot be upgraded to iOS 17 to ensure that users of these devices can still enjoy the latest security fixes.
According to Apple's update notes, the iOS 17.6.1 update addresses an issue that could cause the Advanced Data Protection feature to not be properly enabled or disabled. This issue affects only a small number of users, but is critical to data security. Affected users may receive an error message when attempting to enable Advanced Data Protection, resulting in the feature not being activated correctly. Users who try to disable the feature are shown as having it turned off on the interface, but it actually remains turned on in the background.
This update fixes both of these issues. For those who were unable to properly turn off Advanced Data Protection, they will receive a notification after installing iOS 17.6.1 asking them to confirm whether they really want to turn off the feature. Apple also says that even in the case of these bugs, users' iCloud data is still protected at the expected or higher level of security.
With this update, Apple demonstrates its continued commitment to providing users with a secure and stable operating system experience. Even with minor user feedback issues, Apple has taken swift and effective steps to address them, ensuring that user data privacy and device security are always a priority.
Can iOS 17.6.1 be jailbroken?
Apple iOS 17.6.1 Jailbreak can be completed with Palera1n for some iPad models (A12 or below) at the moment, if needed.Palera1n official websiteThe jailbreak tutorial provided completes the jailbreak.
