What's new in version 10.3 3. Updates on other devices

Hello! I returned from a ten-day trip to Yaroslavl and Poshekhonye. I had a wonderful and spiritual rest in those places. I didn’t even take the computer in my hands, I didn’t watch the news, that is, I was almost completely out of touch with civilization. During this time, Apple managed to release final version of iOS 10.3.3.

This update is very interesting to me, because I still rolled back my iPhone 6 Plus from iOS 11. Why? Yes, because I have never seen so many glitches even in beta versions. The last straw was that with iOS 11, the battery charge went nowhere in 3-4 hours. On iOS 10.3.2 iPhone 6 Plus and iPhone 5S work stable.

iOS 10.3.3- this is a small update less than 100 megabytes (up to 200 megabytes on different models of iPad/iPhone), it is designed to fix minor inconspicuous bugs that Apple found during beta testing. Also, the update is aimed at improving security. For iOS 10.3.3, as many as 6 beta versions have been released. Most likely, this is the last iOS 10 update before the release of the final iOS 11.

How to install iOS 10.3.3?

Normal update

1. We make a backup copy of the system. Just in case, this should always be done before updating.
2. Come in Settings->General->Software Update. You have to wait there. The update page will appear. Click "Download and Install". Enter the passcode for your iPhone/iPad.
3. If suddenly the system does not start updating automatically, then click "Install". Installation requires 50% battery power. If less, then you can update by keeping the device on charge.
4. Wait 15-20 minutes until the system updates the device.

Update via iTunes

1. We connect the iPhone / iPad to the computer via a wire. We launch iTunes. We poke there on the icon of the device.
2. In the "Overview" section, make a backup copy.
3. Immediately a little higher we find the "Update" button and update the iPhone / iPad. During the update, do not disconnect the device from the computer.

If you need a full recovery to iOS 10.3.3, then you need.

Popular questions and answers for iOS 10.3.3

Question: Is it possible to roll back to iOS 9, 8, 7, 6?

No, a rollback will be possible for some time on iOS 10.3.2 (iOS 10, 10.3, 9, 8, 7, etc. are no longer available). Usually within 1-2 weeks Apple stops signing the old version of the firmware and it will also become unavailable. Recently, this period has become longer.

Question: What is the best way to flash? Through an update on a tablet or an update in iTunes?

Does not matter. :) Updating by air is usually more convenient and faster.

Question: Is it better to update to 10.3.2 or flash through recovery?

Traditional news about updates ask any questions about the update in the comments.

First, the release of iOS 10.3 beta 1 for developers took place, and yesterday the first public version of the update beta became available. There is no official list of changes and innovations, but here is what we found interesting.

The test build was numbered 14E5230e. iOS 10.3 beta 1 is available for iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 5s/5c/5/SE, iPod touch 6G, iPad 4, iPad Air, iPad Air 2, iPad Pro and iPad mini 2, 3, and 4. iTunes 12.5 required to install.

1. Find My AirPods

As you might guess, the Find My AirPods function (“Find an AirPods earpiece”) is a complete analogue of “”, only for wireless headphones. The headphones will be shown on the map, and the user will be able to remotely play a loud sound on them to hear where they are lost.

2. New mobile keyboard for one-handed typing

When Apple ditched 4-inch iPhones in favor of phones with larger displays, not everyone was able to type with one hand. In order to reach the opposite edge of the screen, you need to have really very long fingers. Probably, soon even owners of short fingers will be able to easily type text, holding the iPhone with just one hand, because in iOS 10.3 beta 1, a smaller keyboard that moves around the screen was discovered. True, at the moment the keyboard on the principle of "picture in picture" is available only to iPad users.

3. New file system APFS (Apple File System)

Last summer, Apple at WWDC introduced a new file system APFS (Apple File System). The task of APFS is to replace the obsolete HFS + file system, which is already more than 15 years old. iOS 10.3 brings APFS to life.

It is claimed that the transition from HFS + to APFS will increase system performance. Some testers have already noted that they noticed improvements. APFS was developed with a focus on working on solid state drives. According to Apple, APFS supports stronger encryption, copy-on-write metadata, space sharing, file and directory copying, images, fast directory modification, and fast cataloging.

4. Change app icons without updating

Developer Steve Tronton-Smith noticed that iOS 10.3 introduced the ability to quickly change the app icon. This will allow developers to update icons during promotional campaigns or during various in-game events. Theoretically, this feature can allow icons to display progress in games or any processes in programs. For example, playing music. It is currently unclear how this will work.

Other innovations and changes

• Expanded support for HomeKit accessories.
• Siri is now aware of all Indian Premier League and International Cricket Council cricket games.
• Safari has a "Reduce Motion" feature, it applies to web applications.
• A security section has been added to the settings, where all your devices are listed. The section also includes various settings and a two-factor authentication function.
• The Podcasts app got its own widget.
• App developers now have the ability to provide users with a quick app rating dialog box without having to visit the App Store.
• Detailed details of the occupied space in iCloud.
• A set of tools for SiriKit developers to create your own Siri voice commands.
• Updated the animation of launching applications from the main screen.
• Added 3D Touch actions for the Weather app.

The release of the final version of iOS 10.3 will take place with the release of the new . Apparently, this can happen in March.

This week, Apple began testing iOS 10.3.3 among developers. This cumulative update, of course, is not as interesting as the upcoming large-scale iOS 11 update, but still worthy of attention. We've put together five things you need to know about the new OS release.

iOS 10.3.3 beta

If you want to test iOS 10.3.3 before the official release, you have the opportunity.

Apple allows developers and general users to install beta updates as part of a testing program. But before you decide to install a preview version of iOS, it is worth remembering that you may encounter all sorts of errors.

You can downgrade to iOS 10.3.1/10.3.2

In case of problems with iOS 10.3.3, you can roll back to the previous final version of iOS. Apple is currently signing iOS 10.3.2 and iOS 10.3.1. That is, for a limited time, you will be able to install any of these versions.

Users who are waiting for a jailbreak should return to iOS 10.3.1. Soon Apple will stop issuing digital certificates, and only iOS 10.3.2 can be installed.

What's new in iOS 10.3.3

The lack of new features is one of the reasons why you should not rush to upgrade to iOS 10.3.3. The OS brings no UI-level innovations other than three new background images on the 12-inch iPad Pro. And even for the sake of wallpaper, it’s not worth updating, they can be downloaded separately.

The iOS 10.3.3 update is primarily aimed at fixing bugs and improving stability. But not only.

iOS 10.3.3 will increase the speed of devices

iPad Pro users can wait for new wallpapers, while the rest will have to make do with traditional bug fixes. The question arises: how much will the transition to iOS 10.3.3 affect device performance?

Recently, a video comparison of the final version of iOS 10.3.2 with the first beta version of iOS 10.3.3 appeared on the iAppleBytes YouTube channel. The participants in the experiment were iPhone 5, iPhone 5s, iPhone 6 and iPhone 6s. Judging by the results of the tests, the new release will bring some improvements in terms of performance and application speed.

iOS 10.3.3 release date

Apple hasn't announced a release date for the final version of iOS 10.3.3, so how long the update will be in beta is unknown. Usually the company gives such details from the stage during presentations, so it is possible that the release date will be known on June 5th.

How iPhone, iPad and iPod touch users are pleased with the update? A complete list of changes, including those not described in the official note that accompanies iOS 10.3, has been collected as part of this article.

Full official list of innovations in iOS 10.3

iOS 10.3 introduces new features, including finding AirPods with Find My iPhone, and more ways to use Siri with shopping, travel, and car interaction apps.

Find iPhone

• View your current or last known location for your AirPods.
• Play sound on both AirPods for easier discovery.

• Support for the status of settlement transactions and accounts in mobile payment programs.
• Support for travel planning in travel booking programs.
• Support checking the fuel level, door lock status, turning on the lights and activating the car horn in the car interaction programs.
• Support for cricket scores and statistics from Indian Premier Cricket League (IPL) and International Cricket Council (ICC).

• Possibility of convenient access to the last used programs from the status menu.
• Ability to access Up Next and the album of the currently playing song from the Now Playing screen in Apple Music.
• Daily curated playlists and new music categories in Apple Music.

Further improvements and bug fixes

• The ability to continue watching rented iTunes movies on any of your devices - iPhone, iPad, Apple TV and Mac.
• A new, unified Settings view for your Apple ID credentials, settings, and devices.
• Hourly weather forecast in Maps using 3D Touch on the displayed current temperature.
• Support for "parked car" search in Maps.
• Added the ability to delete unwanted invitations and report them as spam in Calendar.
• Support for launching scenarios with accessories, switches, and buttons in the Home app.
• Support for displaying the battery level of an accessory in the Home app.
• Support for 3D Touch and Podcasts Today widget to access recently updated shows.
• The ability to share shows and podcast episodes with full playback support through Messages.
• Fixed a bug that could prevent the display of your current location after resetting the location settings.
• VoiceOver stability improvements for Phone, Safari, and Mail.

• New APFS file system.

The main change in iOS 10.3 is invisible. We are talking about the introduction by Apple into its mobile OS of the new file system APFS (Apple File System). APFS is optimized for the fastest Solid State Drive (Flash/SSD) support, has strong encryption support, supports workspace sharing, copy-on-write metadata, fast directory change, file and directory copying, and fast cataloging.

The transition to APFS will be noticed by all iPhone and iPad users. The new file system makes iOS 10.3 much faster than previous versions of iOS, as confirmed by the first. At the same time, performance gains are noted both on new devices and on old ones.

• Find My AirPods feature.

• "Ratings and Reviews" feature.

Starting with iOS 10.3, Apple made it possible for developers to show users of their apps a special window that allows them to quickly rate. Apple thought that some users might not like such pop-up windows. In the menu "Settings" → "iTunes Store and App Store" the option "Ratings and reviews" became available, which makes it possible to disable the display of such windows.

• New security section in settings.

• Extended iCloud storage statistics.

iOS 10.3 adds a new options menu, Settings → Apple ID → iCloud, which provides more advanced statistics on iCloud storage allocation. In the same menu, you can see the list of applications that use iCloud.

• The Maps app has a new 3D Touch gesture for the weather icon. Applying a gesture shows a detailed forecast.

• Web apps in the Safari browser have received support for the Reduce Motion accessibility feature.
• HomeKit supports more accessories.
• The Podcasts app has got its own widget.

• Slightly changed the animation when launching applications. When maximizing and minimizing, application windows have become slightly more rounded.

• The SiriKit toolkit (allowing developers to add Siri support to their applications) has been expanded with support for new features, including checking the status of payments, money transfers, and more.
• Developers now have the ability to update their app icons without having to release updates to the App Store.
• CarPlay has the ability to open the last running applications.

iOS 10.3 update

If you are using an "apple" device with, you should understand that installing the iOS 10.3 update will cross out its fate, since hackers have not yet presented an updated exploit to crack this firmware version. Therefore, it is worth temporarily refraining from installing the update.

What do mobile "users" say who have already downloaded a new firmware to their gadget. Below are some reviews that will form the first impression of the update.

Installed iOS 10.3 on iPhone 7+. Delighted with the new animation - very smooth!

iPad Air 2 flight is excellent, while everyone likes it. I will update my iPhone 6s Plus at night.

If you're thinking about installing 10.3 on an iPad Air, it's definitely worth it. The tablet began to work much better.

I tried to put on the iPhone 5s, but the error occurs all the time. Although there is no Jail and did not test the beta. What is the problem?

I did not notice any difference between the final version and the latest "beta". Generally ok.

Installed on iPhone 6s. I will do a rollback - the iPhone has become terribly slow.

iPhone 5s after installing iOS 10.3 became terribly buggy. Who also? We'll have to go back to 10.2.1 while we still can.

Updated through "tuna" (iTunes), everything flies. AirPods can now be easily found by pressing play alarm in Find My iPhone. Cool!

I know it's too early to talk about it, but it seemed to me that the performance of the smartphone has become much better.

So far everything is stable. I noticed that the system began to work noticeably faster. Uploading videos to iCloud is just instant, it used to take 15 to 20 seconds. Finally a decent update is out.

After updating on iPhone 5c, the iTunes logo and lightning cable stuck on the screen. My girlfriend on iPhone 6 had the same problem. I had to do a system restore and rollback to iOS 10.2.1, it's good that the backup was made on time. Let's try again today.

Is it worth installing iOS 10.3 on iPhone/iPad

As you can see, feedback on iOS 10.3 at the first stage of launching a public build can be divided into two parts. Some users were able to successfully install the update and noticed an increase in performance and speed. Others either failed to download iOS 10.3 at all due to an error, or noticed that their iPhone began to “slow down”.

There is an opinion that it is preferable to use the installation method through iTunes, rather than over the air. We are also interested in the question of how the battery behaves after installing iOS 10.3, how quickly does the battery drain? But we will get the answer to this question only after a few days, when the firmware can be tested a little longer.

There is a separate article on our resource where the issue of battery consumption on iOS 10.3 is discussed in detail -

This article will be updated as new interesting information is discovered.