Apple has withdrawn iOS 17.3 beta 2 after serious bugs rendered iPhones unusable

Beta versions offer early insights into new software and unreleased features for curious and risk-taking users. While many beta versions run without any major problems, some can cause serious errors.

In this case, users are experiencing a boot loop when trying to restart their iPhone, leading to increasing complaints. This means that the phone is stuck in the start-up process and no longer boots up, rendering the device unusable. The error appears to affect all models of the 14 and 15 series, according to forum posts from Reddit, mastodon, and 9to5Mac. Apple has already retracted the update in response to the complaints. However, users who have already downloaded the update should urgently refrain from installing it.

To resolve the issue and potentially restart the device, affected users can only download the first iOS 17.3 Beta1 IPSW, put the smartphone into DFU mode, and attempt an update without a factory reset. However, this method is not always successful, leaving some users with an unusable iPhone. It is hoped that Apple will release an official fix and a new version of the beta soon.

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