iPhone Privacy Settings Reverting After iOS 17 Update, Users Report

Some iPhone users report privacy settings changing without consent after iOS 17 update
Significant locations and iPhone analytics being enabled again despite being previously disabled
Location data in analytics reports could have privacy implications even if reports are anonymous
Issue seems to impact targeted individuals more than general users
Apple has not commented, but users should check settings if they disabled these options before

forbes.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/12/2023

Apple Announces iOS 17 Release Date of September 18, Bringing New Features Like Video Voicemail

Apple announced that iOS 17 will be available as a free upgrade on Monday, September 18, promising new features such as upgraded FaceTime, a contact info sharing tool, a new journal app, and improved autocorrect.

9/19/2023

5 Ways to Adjust iOS Settings for More Privacy and Control

iOS 17 introduces new features and settings, but not all may be loved by users, and fortunately, there are ways to disable them if desired.

9/22/2023

iPhone 15 Setup Bug Fixed in iOS 17.0.2 Update

Apple has acknowledged a bug in iOS 17 that affects the data transfer process for the new iPhone 15 models, but a fix is available with iOS 17.0.2.

9/22/2023

Apple Releases Urgent iPhone Updates to Fix Critical Security Flaws

Apple has released an update, iOS 17.0.1, to fix security issues, including a Kernel issue, a certificate validation issue, and a WebKit fix, that were likely being exploited before the previous iOS 16.7 was released.

9/28/2023

iOS 17's New StandBy Mode Brings Glanceable Info to Your Lock Screen

Apple's iOS 17 update introduces the StandBy feature, which allows users to access important information from third-party apps with a glance, and although the number of supported apps is currently limited, it is expected to grow in the future.

10/6/2023

iOS 17 Brings StandBy Display, Enhanced Continuity, Typing Upgrades, and More to iPhone 14 Pro

iOS 17 brings significant new features and upgrades to streamline iPhone usage, including StandBy mode, interactive widgets, improved messaging with Live Stickers and voice note transcription, enhanced autocorrect, adaptive audio for AirPods Pro, and accessibility improvements, making it a quality-of-life upgrade for iPhone users.

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Posted 9/24/2023, 12:03:11 PM

iPhone Privacy Settings Reverting After iOS 17 Update, Users Report

Some iPhone users report privacy settings changing without consent after iOS 17 update
Significant locations and iPhone analytics being enabled again despite being previously disabled
Location data in analytics reports could have privacy implications even if reports are anonymous
Issue seems to impact targeted individuals more than general users
Apple has not commented, but users should check settings if they disabled these options before

forbes.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/12/2023

Apple Announces iOS 17 Release Date of September 18, Bringing New Features Like Video Voicemail

9/19/2023

5 Ways to Adjust iOS Settings for More Privacy and Control

iOS 17 introduces new features and settings, but not all may be loved by users, and fortunately, there are ways to disable them if desired.

9/22/2023

iPhone 15 Setup Bug Fixed in iOS 17.0.2 Update

Apple has acknowledged a bug in iOS 17 that affects the data transfer process for the new iPhone 15 models, but a fix is available with iOS 17.0.2.

9/22/2023

Apple Releases Urgent iPhone Updates to Fix Critical Security Flaws

9/28/2023

iOS 17's New StandBy Mode Brings Glanceable Info to Your Lock Screen

10/6/2023

iOS 17 Brings StandBy Display, Enhanced Continuity, Typing Upgrades, and More to iPhone 14 Pro