Apple updated iOS and macOS, bringing improvements to Emergency SOS, Apple ID's improved data protection, and other features.
Updates for macOS Venture and iOS 16 were released by Apple on Monday. Following the changes, iOS is now available with version 16.3, while Ventura 13.2 is now available for macOS.
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The addition of Security Keys for Apple ID, which enables users to increase the security of their accounts by requiring a physical key as part of the two-factor authentication sign-in process on new devices, and the activation of advanced data protection with end-to-end encryption for iCloud data are among the updates in iOS 16.3.
Apple updated Emergency SOS with iOS 16.3 and added advanced data protection for Apple ID.
The update also includes support for HomePod (2nd generation) and updates to Emergency SOS calls, which now require holding the side button while pressing the up or down volume button and releasing it to prevent inadvertent calls.
The update also contains improvements for widgets on the Home Lock Screen, Siri bugs, and the Freeform app.
Twenty security patches are included in the macOS Ventura 13.2 updates, which also make adjustments to iCloud and sign-in choices to increase security.
Apple made the announcements to include contact key verification for iMessage and increase end-to-end encryption for data points on iCloud in December of last year.
Users that choose advanced data security will have the bulk of their data safeguarded even in the event of a cloud data breach.
With watchOS 9.3 and iPad 16.3, respectively, Apple also announced updates for the watchOS and iPad OS, delivering security and bug improvements.
As part of Black History Month in the United States of America, the Cupertino-based tech corporation has also released new "Unity" wallpapers honouring Black history and culture.
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