Apple releases iOS 16.3 with support for physical security keys - Engadget

Apple boosted iOS security today with the release of its 16.3 software update.

For the first time, iOS users can use physical security keys for two-factor authentication (2FA) of their Apple ID.

This new measure, announced by the company last year, adds a layer of protection for those facing unusual security threats — people like celebrities, journalists and government employees.

Physical key support should help prevent phishing scams, which can trick users into allowing an intruder access through 2FA.

The update also adds bug fixes for issues like strokes not appearing on shared boards in the Freeform app, horizontal lines appearing on the iPhone 14 Pro Max after waking and a bug that prevented the Home lock screen widget from showing the Home app's status.

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