Apple today released an updated version of iOS 17.6.1 and iPadOS 17.6.1, which were originally released in early August as updates to the iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 operating systems released last year. The new version has a build number of 21G101, up from 21G93.
The updates can be downloaded and installed on compatible iPhones and iPads over-the-air by going to “Settings” -> “General” -> “Software Update.”
Apple’s release notes say the iOS 17.6.1 update addresses an issue that could prevent the enabling or disabling of Advanced Data Protection. It is unclear what is different between the new version of the software and the original version.
This update includes important bug fixes and addresses an issue that prevents enabling or disabling Advanced Data Protection.
The Advanced Data Protection bug impacted a small number of users who reported trying to turn Advanced Data Protection on and saw an error message and Advanced Data Protection did not activate. Affected users who tried to turn it off saw it disabled in the interface, even though it was still active for iCloud data.
iPhone users who have experienced the bug will see a notification asking them to confirm the decision to turn the feature off after installing iOS 17.6.1.
