iOS 17.3 Beta 2 Rolled Back by Apple After iPhone Bricking Issues

In a surprising turn of events, Apple’s iOS 17.3 Beta 2 release faced an unexpected setback. Hours after the initial rollout, the Cupertino tech giant swiftly pulled back the update due to reported boot loop issues encountered by several users worldwide.

The beta version, known for its early access to upcoming features and other improvements, was awaited by the developers. However, soon after the installation, several users found themselves stuck in a boot loop, where the device continuously attempted to restart without success.

Acknowledging the issue, Apple took prompt action to prevent further users from encountering the problem. It temporarily halted the distribution of iOS 17.3 Beta 2 and initiated an investigation into the root cause of the boot loop.

Some reports suggest the iOS 17.3 boot loop bug could be related to the Back Tap setting. A log shared by a developer, Guilherme Rambo, that a particular Back Tap feature is triggering the boot loop, ultimately causing the iPhone to crash.

iOS 17.3 beta 2 was expected to arrive with a notable security feature –Stolen Device Protectionalong withApple Music Collaborative Playlistsfeature.

If you are affected by the buggy iOS 17.3 Beta 2 update and have got your iPhone bricked, you can try downloading the iOS 17.3 Beta 1 IPSW on a Mac and enter the recovery mode to restore the IPSW.

This incident serves as a reminder of the inherent risks involved in installing beta versions of operating systems. Beta releases, while providing early access to upcoming features, often come with unforeseen bugs and issues that can affect the device’s performance.

The re-release of a more stable version of iOS 17.3 Beta 2 will happen in the near future. Until then users are advised to exercise caution and patience while Apple works diligently to address the reported issue.

Vikhyat Rishi

Vikhyat has a bachelor’s degree in Electronic and Communication Engineering and over five years of writing experience. His passion for technology and Apple products led him to Beebom, where he specializes in writing App features, How To’s and app troubleshooting guides for fellow Apple users. When not typing away on his MacBook Pro, he loves exploring the real world.

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