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Apple has pushed iOS 17.1.2, iPadOS 17.1.2 and macOS Sonoma 14.1.2 updates to eligible iPhones, iPads and Mac devices. Ever since the release of iOS 17, the Cupertino company has been releasing micro-updates. These updates mainly focus on addressing bugs and fixing security vulnerabilities, and this update is no different. Therefore, no new features. Moreover, the much-anticipated Journal app for iPhone is still missing in the update. It is expected to come with the iOS 17.2 update.
These iPhones, iPads are eligible for iOS 17.1.2 / iPadOS 17.1.2 update
Apple notes that iPhone XS and later, including the latest iPhone 15 line, are eligible for the update. As for iPadOS 17.1.2, Apple announced the iPad Pro 12.9-inch 2nd generation and later, the iPad Pro 10.5-inch, the iPad Pro 11-inch 1st generation and later, the iPad Air 3rd generation and later, the iPad 6th generation and later, and iPad mini 5th generation and later are eligible.
These Mac devices are eligible for macOS Sonoma 14.1.2 devices
The latest macOS Sonoma 14.1.2 update is available for Mac Studio (2022 and later), iMac (2019 and later), Mac Pro (2019 and later), Mac Mini (2018 and later), MacBook Air (2018 and later), MacBook Pro (2018 and later), and iMac Pro (2017) models.
Most importantly, the new update also includes an update to Safari browser on Mac devices. The latest Safari 17.1.2 update attempts to fix security vulnerabilities.
How to update to iOS 17.1.2 / iPadOS 17.1.2 / MacOS Sonoma 14.1.2
To update your compatible iPhone, iPad or Mac to iOS 17.1.2, iPadOS 17.1.2 or macOS Sonoma 14.1.2, follow these steps: Open the Settings app, navigate to the General section, and access the Software Updates section. Allow the page to refresh, and when the new version is visible, select Download and Install. Your Apple device will then download and prepare the update.
After the preparation is complete, the device will automatically reboot multiple times for installation. Ensure your iPhone or Mac remains connected to a power source throughout the installation process. Once finished, your device will be running the updated operating system.