Apple officially launched iOS 17 earlierVersion 3, in this version, the Stolen Device Protection function is added, mainly to prevent the iPhone from being accidentally lost or stolen, even if the thief knows the unlock password of the iPhone, they cannot easily obtain the sensitive information on the device. And why is this feature important for iPhone users?
Today, we're going to talk about the new armor that Apple's little apples have added - iOS 17Version 3 of the Stolen Device Protection feature. This feature is simply to equip your iPhone with a 24-hour blinking bodyguard, which discourages thieves. So, who exactly is this mysterious new bodyguard? Let's do it.
Apple on iOS 17This feature was added in version 3, and its core idea is: Apple on iOS 17Stolen device protection has been added in 3 for extra security. If a thief obtains both your iPhone and your passcode, the "Device Theft Protection" feature prevents this from happening. When Stolen Device Protection is enabled, biometric authentication with Face ID or Touch ID is required to access passwords in iCloud Keychain, turn off Lost Mode, erase content, and make purchases in Safari. Actions such as changing your Apple ID password also require Face ID, and there is a one-hour security delay.
First of all, make sure that your iPhone has been upgraded to iOS 173 or higher. Then, follow the steps below:
Open the Settings app
Tap Face ID & Passcode
Enter your iPhone unlock passcode.
Turn on the Stolen Device Protection feature.
When this feature is turned on, if you try to change your device passcode or sign out of your Apple ID in an unfamiliar place, your iPhone will automatically activate the Secure Delay feature, allowing you to wait an hour for biometric verification again.
If an unfortunate day does come and your iPhone falls into the wrong hands, this feature is like an auto-start anti-theft system. You can quickly log in to iCloud, check your iPhone location, and even mark it as lost to keep your device safe. Not only does this protect your privacy, but it may also make thieves give up stealing because of the difficulty of unlocking.
In our digital life, iPhone is not only a communication tool, but also a treasure trove of private data. ios 17.The 3 Stolen Device Protection feature adds a strong line of defense to your privacy through biometrics and security delay mechanisms. This way, even if someone illegally takes possession of your iPhone, they won't be able to easily steal your information or change your password. This is Apple's New Year's gift to us, a safe and worry-free digital life.
Biometric authentication: A technology that uses biometrics (e.g., fingerprints, facial recognition) for identity verification.
face id: Facial recognition technology developed by Apple for security authentication on iPhone and iPad Pro.
touch id: Apple's fingerprint recognition technology for secure authentication on iPhone, iPad and MacBook Pro.
icloud: A cloud service platform provided by Apple Inc. to store data and synchronize information across multiple devices.
apple id: An account system provided by Apple Inc. to users to access Apple services, such as the App Store, iCloud, etc.