Apple has been working on its big iOS 17.4 update for months now and the reason why this specific update holds more importance is the type of additions it will bring to the table. iOS 17.4 will finally update the platform with changes that are imposed by the EU under the Digital Markets Act. What this means is that users will finally be able to download and install apps from outside the App Store. The update will also host a bevy of features for users in North America, so it is a win-win for all. With that said Apple could release its major iOS 17.4 update for the iPhone today.
Apple is very keen to introduce the new changes in the platform ahead of the deadline imposed by the EU, which is tomorrow. This means that Apple will release the iOS 17.4 update for the iPhone ahead of March 6., if it wants to stay clear of hefty fines. Apple could release the update today due to various reasons, one of which is the deadline.
Another reason is that the company has already seeded the release candidate build of iOS 17.4 to developers for testing purposes. Apple always seeds the release candidate builds one week ahead of the final release. With the release candidate build out and about for a week, Apple could see fit to release iOS 17.4 soon. Additionally, the company typically releases software updates on a Tuesday. If the company keeps up with its timeline, Apple could release the update in a matter of hours. However, the company could always surprise us with a delayed launch.
iOS 17.4 will be a major update for the iPhone, possibly one of the most critical updates as it brings some system-level changes and features for the people reading in countries that fall under the EU. Users will be able to sideload apps on their iPhone and developers will have the option to offer alternative app
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