Apple rolls out iOS 17.1 Beta 3 update: Here's everything new and fixed
iOS 17.1 Beta 3 update, a new feature tweak has been introduced to address user complaints. This update will now prevent certain actions from being unintentionally triggered when an iPhone is placed in a pocket or inside a bag. Specifically, the Camera, Flashlight, Voice Memo, Focus, and Magnifier functions will no longer activate via the Action Button when the iPhone is not in an open, accessible state.
This adjustment aims to prevent accidental battery drain caused by inadvertent button presses. As per a report by HT Tech, despite the need for a long press, the Action Button still inadvertently triggered functions like Camera, Flashlight, Voice Memo, Focus, and Magnifier in the past. However, with the iOS 17.1 Beta 3 update, these specific functions will no longer be activated when the iPhone is inside a pocket or bag.
It is important to clarify that other functions like mute and shortcuts can still be activated within the pocket. Additionally, while this update prevents actions initiated from the Action Button, it doesn't affect the individual activation of these functions if desired, adds the report. In addition, the built-in Wallet app has undergone an update.
In the previous iOS 17.1 Beta 1 and Beta 2 versions, some users encountered instances of the Wallet app crashing, causing disruptions during critical moments. Fortunately, this problem has been resolved in the latest update. Meanwhile, Apple has introduced a new feature that restricts the modem's power allowance for iPhone 12 models in France.
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