iOS 17.5 Update: Features, Performance, and Battery Life

iOS 17.2.1 update: Security fixes, iCloud & Weather widget improvements.

iOS 17 Update and Features

Apple consistently releases developer and public betas with new features and bug fixes. Every month, they also release a significant new Public Stable iOS update for all iPhone users.

This article is a complete guide to all the latest iOS 17 updates, including developer betas and stable versions. We cover everything you need to know before downloading the update on your device. This includes what’s new in the latest update, device performance, battery performance of the new update, and whether you should install it or not.

This guide is particularly useful for those who might be worried about potential bugs after updating to the latest version. So stay tuned and protect your iPhone from any issues that might arise due to buggy iOS updates.

iOS 17.5 Update

The latest update released on the iPhone is iOS 17.5 Beta 3, available for all developer and public beta users.

The iOS 17.5 Beta 3 was released on April 23, 2024, with a new build number 21F5063f and modem firmware 1.60.02. Based on a one-week review, this update does not provide a good battery backup compared to the previous version, and you might notice a few bugs on your iPhone.

iOS 17.5 Beta 3

Release Note:

  • New Apple universal link for eSIM installation
  • Now you can download any application from third-party stores
  • Fixed issue with Apple Music not downloading on cellular data
  • Fixed the issue with the Markup tool not working properly

Bugs:

  • Adding new wallpaper does not load
  • Stopwatch does not show in live activities
VersioniOS 17.5 Beta 3
Build Number21F5063f
Modem Firmware1.60.02
Update Size222.8 MB
Release DateApr 23, 2023
Geekbench Scores (iPhone 15 Pro Max)Single-core: 2935
Multi-core: 7176

Old iOS 17 Updates, Build No & Modem Firmware

VersionBuild No.Modem FirmwareRelease Date
iOS 17.5 Beta 321F5063f1.60.02Apr 23, 2023
iOS 17.5 Beta 221F5058e1.60.00Apr 17, 2023
iOS 17.5 Beta 121F5058e1.60.00Apr 2, 2023
iOS 17.4.121E2361.55.04Mar 21, 2024
iOS 17.421E2191.55.04March 4, 2024
iOS 17.4 RC21E2171.55.04Feb 27, 2024
iOS 17.4 Beta 421E5209b1.55.04Feb 2., 2024
iOS 17.4 Beta 321E5200d1.55.04Feb 13, 2024
iOS 17.3.121D611.40.01Feb 8, 2024
iOS 17.4 Beta 221E5195e1.55.01Feb 6, 2024
iOS 17.4 Beta 121E5184i1.54.00Jan 25, 2024
iOS 17.321D501.40.01Jan 21, 2024
iOS 17.3 RC21D501.40.01Jan 17, 2024
iOS 17.3 Beta 321D5044a2.20.06Jan 9, 2024
iOS 17.3 Beta 221D5036c1.40.00Jan 3, 2024
iOS 17.2.121C661.22.05Dec 19, 2023
iOS 17.3 Beta 121D5026f1.40.00Dec 12, 2023
iOS 17.2 RC21C621.22.05Dec 5, 2023
iOS 17.1.221B1011.12.01Dec 1, 2023
iOS 17.2 Beta 421C5054b1.22.05November 28, 2023
iOS 17.2 Beta 321C5046c1.22.05November 14, 2023
iOS 17.2 Beta 221C5040g1.12.02-1November 09, 2023
iOS 17.1.1 Stable21B911.12.02November 07, 2023
iOS 17.2 Beta 121C5029g1.22.01October 26, 2023
iOS 17.1 RC21B741.12.00October 17, 2023
iOS 17.1 Beta 321B5066a1.12.00October 10, 2023
iOS 17.0.3 Stable21A3601.00.03October 4, 2023
iOS 17.1 Beta 221B5056e1.12.00October 3, 2023
iOS 17.1 Beta 121B5045h1.11.00September 27, 2023
iOS 17.0.2 Stable21A3512.08.02September 26, 2023
iOS 17.0.1 Stable21A3402.08.02September 21, 2023
iOS 17.0 RC21A3292.08.02September 18, 2023
iOS 17 Beta 821A5326a2.08.02August 29, 2023
iOS 17 Beta 521A5303d2.08.01August 9, 2023
iOS 17 Beta 321A5277h2.04.01July 5, 2023
iOS 17 Beta 221A5268h2.04.00June 22, 2023
iOS 17 Beta 121A5248v1.80.00June 5, 2023

AirPods Latest Firmware Version

AirPods ModelFirmware Version
AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C)6B34
AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning)6B34
AirPods Pro (1st generation)6A321
AirPods (3rd generation)6A321
AirPods (2nd generation)6A321
AirPods Max6A325
AirPods (1st generation)6.8.8

How to Download iOS 17 Update on iPhone

To download the iOS 17 update on your iPhone, follow these simple steps:

  • Open the “Settings” app on your iPhone.
  • Scroll down and tap “General.”
  • Tap “Software Update.”
  • Click on “Download and Install.”
  • Tap “Install Now.” Your iPhone will restart, and the installation process will begin.

Posted by Rushirajsinh Jadeja

Rushiraj, founder of TechRushi, is an expert in iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, with 5+ years of writing clear and detailed guides to maximize device use.