With the release of iOS 17.4, Apple opened the doors to third-party app stores for users in EU countries, but it has also encountered a battery issue. Some iPhone users have reported battery problems following the iOS 17.4 update. The extent of the issue is not yet known, but it is highly likely that Apple will release an urgent update to address it.
Apple's iOS 17.4 update, while enabling access to third-party app stores in the EU, has garnered attention primarily for a battery issue. Users on the X platform have shared experiences of battery problems after updating to iOS 17.4. It's unclear how widespread the iOS 17.4 battery issue is among iPhone users.
Apple frequently faces similar issues with each operating system update. Users of older iPhone models, like the iPhone 11 and 11 Pro, are not always satisfied with new updates. Apple released the iOS 17.4 update five days ago, and posts regarding battery issues began appearing on the X platform shortly after. For instance, an iPhone 11 Pro user reported that after updating to iOS 17.4, charging the phone from 40% took four hours to reach 94%. Complaints about the new operating system draining the battery more quickly are emerging, but the prevalence of this issue is still unknown. Apple is likely to release an urgent update if the iOS 17.4 battery problem is widespread.
However, if the issue is rare, users might have to wait until the next iOS update. iPhone 11 users have already received the latest iOS update, and Apple might also release a minor correction update.
iOS 17.4 Update Features
The iOS 17.4 update introduced significant changes, mostly exciting for users in the EU. Key features of the iOS 17.4 update include:
- EU users can now choose an alternative app store as the default on their iPhones.
- Users have access to full-text transcripts for all podcasts in Apple Podcasts, enhancing the listening experience and accessibility for hearing-impaired users.
- SharePlay feature is now available with HomePod, allowing multiple users to listen to Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, and other audio content together on HomePod.
- iOS 17.4 includes new emojis such as a lemon, brown mushroom, phoenix, broken chain, vertically shaking head (meaning yes), and horizontally shaking head (meaning no). Additionally, 18 people and body emojis now have the option to face in both directions.
- iOS 17.4 prepares for the new CarPlay, set to launch in the US in 2024.
- iMessage includes an update to fix a security vulnerability.
- Code discoveries hint at future features like Apple Music Classical, Family Sharing for Fitness+ subscription, and a new operating system for the AR/VR headset.
These updates underscore Apple's commitment to enhancing user experience and security, despite the challenges posed by the battery issue.
