Apple has released minor updates for iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 to address a major bug causing old deleted photos to reappear for iPhone users. The main purpose of this update is to fix the issue that surfaced after the release of iOS 17.5, where users noticed their previously deleted photos reappearing in their galleries.
Some of these photos dated back as far as 2010, causing confusion among users. According to MacRumors, Apple identified the problem as a database corruption issue and specifically designed iOS 17.5.1 to resolve it.
Despite Apple's new update to fix this bug, some users have questioned whether Apple retains their deleted photos. According to 9to5Mac, the company's release note clarifies the situation. Apple stated, "This update provides important bug fixes and addresses a rare issue where photos that experienced database corruption could reappear in the Photos library even if they were deleted."
The incident has embarrassed the tech giant, which often underpins its refutation on user privacy.
Seeing deleted photos reappear contradicts this stance. Apple said it was working to resolve the issue by repairing the database handling mechanisms, ensuring accurate photo library records and preventing previously deleted photos from resurfacing.
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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella thinks new CoPilot+ PCs will outperform Apple's macs
Microsoft Corp. CEO Satya Nadella envisions a new era of computing driven by specialized AI chips and enhanced performance, aiming to revive the longstanding competition between Windows PCs and Apple Inc.'s Mac.
Recognising Apple's impressive accomplishments, Nadella stressed on his goal to bring strong competition to the Windows versus Mac dynamic. Microsoft's latest initiative includes the launch of a new category of AI-focused PCs, named Copilot+ PC.
These machines, developed under the Microsoft Surface line and by other manufacturers, feature dedicated AI processing chips, promising significantly improved power and speed.
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Microsoft asserts that these new devices will outperform Apple’s MacBook Air M3 by an impressive 58 per cent. Starting at $1,000, these advanced PCs will be available on June 18.
While Apple has been lagging behind its Big Tech peers in AI, it is preparing to unveil an ambitious strategy at its upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference. The company has already hinted at future innovations with the introduction of the M4 SoC during the launch of the 2024 iPad series.
(With inputs from agencies)
