Apple releases iOS update to prevent deleted photos from reappearing

Apple has released a minor update for iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 to address a major bug causing old deleted photos to reappear for iPhone users. The issue arose after the release of iOS 17.5, where users were surprised to find photos dating back to 2010 reappearing in their galleries.

According to MacRumors, Apple identified the problem as a database corruption issue and promptly released iOS 17.5.1 to fix it. Despite the update, some users have raised concerns about the privacy of their deleted photos. Apple clarified in its release notes that the update addresses a rare issue of database corruption causing deleted photos to resurface in the Photos library.

This incident has put Apple in an awkward position, as the tech giant prides itself on prioritizing user privacy. The company assured users that it is working to resolve the issue by improving database handling mechanisms to prevent deleted photos from reappearing.

In a separate development, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has announced plans to introduce a new category of AI-focused PCs called CoPilot+ PC. These devices, featuring dedicated AI processing chips, are expected to outperform Apple’s MacBook Air M3 by 58%. Microsoft aims to revive the competition between Windows PCs and Apple’s Mac with these advanced machines, which will be available starting June 18.

While Apple is gearing up to unveil its own AI strategy at the upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference, Microsoft’s move signals a new era of computing driven by specialized AI chips and enhanced performance. The rivalry between the two tech giants is set to intensify as they compete for dominance in the PC market.