Apple has officially stopped supporting iOS 17.1.1 and iOS 17.1.2, making it impossible for iPhone users to revert to these versions. The decision follows the recent release of iOS 17.2 on December 11 and the subsequent launch of iOS 17.2.1 on December 19.
Apple routinely discontinues support for older iOS versions after introducing new releases. This strategy encourages users to update their iPhones with the latest operating systems, ensuring they benefit from improved features and security measures. It also prevents users from downgrading to older, potentially less secure software versions.
The current publicly available version is iOS 17.2.1, which brought unspecified bug fixes. The preceding iOS 17.2 update included significant additions, such as the Journal app, spatial video recording for iPhone 15 Pro models, and Messages and Apple Music updates. This move aims to enhance overall user experience and maintain higher security across Apple devices.
