For devices deployed across the enterprise, Apple’s major operating system 10.0 update upgrades device interoperability and expands enterprise mobility management functionality. With these latest enhancements, iOS is evolving into a complete enterprise platform.
Security and Supervision
In this release, Apple has given more control to corporations over devices distributed to employees exclusively for work use. This expanded device management capability is particularly useful in situations in which security is of the utmost importance. User restrictions and a locked down configuration are the key aspects of these “supervised” devices. This will reduce the security liability of inadvertent compromise of devices and information by access to unknown wi-fi networks. Industry partners that are in government-regulated environments will find this business benefit of great value.
Apple has also added security features beyond just username and password controls. The implementation of OAuth 2.0 enables a token authentication process to verify the connection between the device and Exchange server. In addition, email security has been increased through the strengthening of the S/MIME secure email protocol.
Communication and Connectivity
This may seem anti-climactic to many since an iPhone is already well connected and able to communicate, but connectivity via your mobile provider through iCloud is now available. Previously, iCloud calls could only be connected to users of AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint, so iOS 10.3 brings Verizon into the fold. That’s huge from the business benefit point of view.
Data Storage
It is reported that the iOS 10.3 update can reclaim as much as 7.8 GB of available storage on your device. With professionals using their mobile devices more like hand-held computers, an extra 7.8 GB of storage is a big deal. Apparently, the devices with higher initial storage capacity will show an increase in capacity after the iOS 10.3 update. The increases are attributed to lower operating system storage requirements.
Device Performance
The iOS 10.3 update replaces the HFS+ with the new Apple File System. The change allows the device to take advantage of new technologies, such as solid-state drives versus magnetic disk hard drives. The increased speeds of data access will be most pleasing to the salesman conducting an impromptu demonstration of his latest products using an iPad as the visual medium.
Another technology-related issue is a feature that doesn’t get much press. The higher frame rates in excess of the industry standard 60 Hz devices will provide the creative professional a more realistic product on their iPad using the freeform pen or think of the possibilities for some amazing augmented and virtual reality on iOS devices.
User Experience
There are some cool new things that Siri can do for you like check the status of bills your business must pay. Siri can check the due date and make sure it gets paid on time using the native payment apps on the device. Siri can book a car for you or call you a cab – all via voice command. If you’re driving your personal car, Siri can check the fuel level, lock it if you forgot, and make sure the lights are off, so you’re not stranded waiting for the auto service to give you a jump start.
If there’s one consistent thing about software, it’s that it’s never perfect. There are always bugs and fixes to contend with. From the business point of view, strategies for device upgrades must take into account how well the latest release is performing. Since iOS 10.3 has come out, there have been several subsequent updates through iOS 10.3.3. These are primarily maintenance updates that correct inconveniences such as unexplained battery drain, less the optimal performance, and random reboots.
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