Apple's next iPhone update, iOS 17.4, is just around the corner. While the exact release date has yet to be confirmed, we have some clues to help us narrow it down. One significant aspect of this upcoming update involves Apple's compliance with the European Union's Digital Markets Act, which is set to take effect on March 6, 2024.
According to the Act, certain large online platforms, known as gatekeepers, have the power to act as private rule makers, potentially creating a bottleneck in the digital economy. Apple falls under this category. As per the Act, gatekeepers have until March 6, 2024, to implement the necessary requirements. Given that March 6 falls on a Wednesday, we can expect Apple to release iOS 17.4 sometime between Friday, March 1, and Wednesday, March 6.
