If it feels like just yesterday that you updated your iPhone, you're not imagining things. Apple surprised users with yet another update just two weeks after the previous one. Usually, we would expect the next iPhone update to come next month with the release of iOS 17.4. So, what's the deal with iOS 17.3.1? How can you get it, and should you bother?
First things first, iOS 17 is now up to version iOS 17.3.1. However, before you rush to update, note that I will be updating this post in a week with final thoughts on whether or not you should upgrade. Keep in mind that iOS 17.3.1 is compatible only with models from 2018 or later, including iPhone XS, iPhone XR, all models from the iPhone 11 to the latest iPhone 15, and the second- and third-generation iPhone SE. You can get the update through automatic downloads, but you might get it faster if you manually check for updates by opening the Settings app, selecting General, and then tapping on Software Update.
