5 Things to Know About the iOS 17.0.1 Update

Apple’s pushed a new version of iOS 17 to iPhone users and iOS 17.0.1 is available to download right now if you own an iPhone XS or newer

If you’re currently running iOS 17.0, iOS 17.0.1 is the update you’ll see if you check for a software update in your Settings app. It’s also the version of iOS 17 you’ll see if you’re upgrading from iOS 16.

iOS 17.0.1 is a point upgrade and it’s much, much smaller than Apple’s initial iOS 17 release. The software is focused on fixing issues within the operating system.

With that in mind, we want to take you through everything you need to know about Apple’s latest iOS 17 update for iPhone.

In this walkthrough we’ll outline iOS 17.0.1’s changes, offer some thoughts about the software’s performance, detail iOS 17.0.1 problems, highlight the iOS 17 jailbreak status, and more.

We’ll start with a quick look at iOS 17.0.1’s performance.

iOS 17.0.1 Review

If your iPhone’s currently running iOS 17.0, you’ll see the smallest iOS 17.0.1 download size. It’s around 346MB. Unless your iPhone is really low on storage, you won’t have to make room for the download.

The iOS 17.0.1 download size depends on your iPhone model and the version of iOS it’s currently running. If your iPhone is running a really old version of iOS, you will see a larger download. That’s because iOS 17.0.1 brings the changes from any updates you skipped.

The iOS 17.0.1 installation process shouldn’t take long and it’ll go much faster than the initial iOS 17 download and installation. For more about the iOS 17.0.1 download and installation, check out our walkthrough.

We’ve been using iOS 17.0.1 on an iPhone 12 Pro for several days now and here’s what we’ve learned about the software’s performance thus far:

Battery Life & Connectivity

• iOS 17.0.1 battery life is stable right now
• Wi-Fi connectivity is fast and reliable
• Bluetooth is working normally
• GPS and cellular data are also working properly

App Performance

• Third-party apps including Netflix, Twitter, Slack, Gmail, Chrome, and Spotify are all working fine
• First party apps like Safari, Podcasts, and Calendar are also running well

Speed

• iOS 17.0.1 feels as fast as iOS 17.0.1 did and we haven’t noticed any abnormal lag, lockups, or freezes

If you’re dealing with bugs and/or performance issues on iOS 17.0 or iOS 16, you might want to install the iOS 17.0.1 update on your iPhone today.

If you need help making a decision about an upgrade, check out our reasons to, and not to, install iOS 17.0.1 right now.

iOS 17.0.1 Problems

iOS 17.0.1 went through testing behind the scenes. And while we haven’t noticed any big problems with the software thus far, Apple’s new update is causing problems for some iPhone users.

Some of these problems are exclusive to iOS 17.0.1 while others have carried over from iOS 17.0 and older versions of iOS.

The current list of iOS 17.0.1 problems includes abnormal battery drain, Bluetooth issues, Wi-Fi issues, installation issues, Exchange issues, and problems with first and third-party apps.

If you run into a problem with iOS 17.0.1, have a look at our list of fixes for the most common iOS 17 problems. We’ve also released tips that could help you improve your phone’s performance and some tips that could help fix battery life issues.

Apple’s currently signing on iOS 17.0, iOS 16.7, and iOS 16.6.1 which means you can drop your iPhone’s software back to older software if iOS 17.0.1 starts causing problems. You can’t downgrade to any iOS software older than iOS 16.6.1.

For more about the downgrade process, check out our guide.

iOS 17.0.1 Features

iOS 17.0.1 is, again, a point release. It’s a maintenance upgrade and it doesn’t bring new features to your iPhone unless you’re moving to it from iOS 16.

The update’s release notes state that the update provides bug fixes and important security updates for iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro models. You can get a look at the security patches over on Apple’s website.

If you’re moving up from iOS 16, your iOS 17.0.1 will be far more substantial because it will include the features and fixes from any updates you skipped.

So, if you’re moving up from the most recent version of iOS 16, iOS 17.0.1 includes everything from Apple’s initial version of iOS 17, iOS 17.0. You can learn more about the changes in our guide.

iOS 17 Jailbreak

If you still jailbreak, make sure you avoid the iOS 17.0.1 update.

We don’t expect developers to release a tool that’s compatible with iOS 17 today, or at any point in the near future. If you still jailbreak, keep an eye out for new information.

What’s Next

Apple’s will release new versions of iOS 17. The company is testing multiple versions of the software behind the scenes and we expect the company to confirm the first major upgrade soon.

Look for the company to put iOS 17.1 into beta testing in the near future. If you typically install new iOS betas on your iPhone, or if you’re simply curious about the next version of iOS 17, keep an eye out.

Install iOS 17.4.1 for Better Security

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If security is important to you, think about installing Apple's iOS 17.4.1 update right away. The iOS 17.4.1 update includes two security patches. These patches will help keep your device and its data protected from harm. And that makes iOS 17.4.1 an important upgrade. If you missed iOS 17.4 and older software, you'll get the security patches from updates you missed when you upgrade to iOS 17.4.1. iOS 17.4 had four security patches on board.  The update also delivered quantum security protection for iMessage. The company says the upgrade gives iMessage "the strongest security properties of any at-scale messaging protocol in the world."  The iOS 17.3 update brought 15 new security patches to iPhone. The software also added Stolen Device Protection to iPhone. It increases the security of your iPhone and Apple ID by requiring Face ID or Touch ID to gain access to passwords, make purchases in Safari, and more. This is useful if someone gets access to your iPhone and its passcode.  iOS 17.2 delivered 10 new security patches to iPhone. If you wish to find out more, you can head on over to Apple's security site for the details. iOS 17.2 also included iMessage Contact Key Verification which improves the security of iMessage. The company also fixed an exploit that let the Flipper Zero multi-tool lock up iPhones. iOS 17.1.2 had two security patches on board. Both were related to WebKit. If you want to learn more, you can do so right here. iOS 17.1 brought 18 security fixes to iPhone. It addressed issues within Weather, Status Bar, WebKit, and more.  iOS 17.0.3 brought two patches for two security issues Apple identified within the software. If you want to read about the patches, head here. iOS 17.0.1 delivered three important patches to iPhone. If you're interested in the exact nature of these improvements, you can read about them over on Apple's security website. As for iOS 17 itself, it brought 40+ new security patches with it. A staggering number to say the least. If you want to learn more about them, head over to Apple.  In addition to those patches, iOS 17 brings some additional enhancements to privacy and security including improvements to Communication Safety beyond Messages. It now includes content sent by AirDrop, Contact Posters in the Phone app, FaceTime, and the systemwide photo picker. You now have an option to blur out sensitive photos and videos before you choose to view them. There's also an expanded Lockdown Mode which will help protect you against cyber attacks. Apple's also improved sharing permissions and you now have more control over what you share with the apps on your device.  The company also notes that starting in iOS 17, Voice Memos encrypts the titles of recordings stored in iCloud, in addition to the recordings themselves. If you skipped older versions of iOS, you'll get the security patches from those updates with your iOS 17.4.1 update as well.

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