Find My Live quit after update to iOS 17.3.1

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Find My Live quit after update to iOS 17.3.1

Thanks Tcubed!

I upgraded an iPhone 11 Pro to IOS 17.2 and Find My Live quit working. It is now at 17.3.1 and Live still does not work. Wife’s iPhone 14 Pro still has IOS 16.7.2 and sees newer and older versions in Live view. An iPad Air 4 with 16.7 can also see Live view from newer and older versions.

Find My Live on older versions has a small green circle radiating outward from the selected Live icon while it moves on the map. The iPhone 11 Pro with 17.1.3 never switches to the Live view. I plan on not upgrading the older devices until I hear from you that it is fixed.

Posted on Feb 20, 2024 7:44 AM

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Tcubed

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Mar 5, 2024 4:04 PM in response to PhilTron

Well it's STILL NOT FIXED. I installed iOS 17.4 (released this afternoon) and the "Live FindMe" feature stiil has not been fixed. I reported the same to apple on the open issue I have with them. I tested on iPhone and iPad both still have Live View reporting: "No Location Found".

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Tcubed

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Mar 24, 2024 3:53 PM in response to Tcubed

Once again it's STILL NOT FIXED. I installed iOS 17.4.1 (released today) and Live FindMe still does not work.

It still reports "No Location Found".

Arrrgh!!!

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PhilTron Author

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Mar 5, 2024 4:22 PM in response to PhilTron

Thanks for the update on Find My Live on 17.4. I will be carrying my iPad Air, since it still works. Wife’s iPhone 14 still works with 16.7 and she’s not going to upgrade yet, either. Will be grateful when they do fix it.

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Feb 20, 2024 8:01 AM in response to PhilTron

iOS updates generally aim to enhance user experience, boost security, and fix bugs rather than disrupt core features. Find My issues after updates might stem from underlying, unmentioned factors. Updates won't typically alter personal data but may refine settings or features. Backup before major updates for safety. Review Apple's update details and backup advice for a smooth process.

Kindly consider checking your settings and addressing any device issues before attributing the issue to external factors.

See what each update does: About iOS 17 Updates, About iOS 16 Updates, About iOS 15 Updates, About iOS 14 Updates, About iOS 13 Updates, About iOS 12 Updates, and so on...

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Feb 20, 2024 8:05 AM in response to PhilTron

For real-time status updates on Find My, ensure a continuous internet connection. Merely being connected to WiFi might not be sufficient; a robust and consistent internet connection is essential for the seamless display of live location information. It's important to note that the accuracy and timeliness of location data on Find My are contingent upon a stable internet connection, beyond just the presence of a WiFi connection. Therefore, to ensure the most reliable and up-to-date live status on Find My, make certain that your device maintains an active and reliable internet connection.

Internet not available WiFi and Cellular … - Apple Community

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Feb 20, 2024 9:35 AM in response to SravanKrA

Thank you for your reply. I had originally attempted to reply to a user in the FindMy discussion about his comments, but I was unable to reply to him, and this new discussion resulted. I have tried nearly everything that was suggested in that original discussion, to no avail. I have a good internet connection, and live view works quite well on all my devices running iOS 16.7 on iPhone and iPad. I will read through the About iOS 17 Updates link above and see if it sheds any new light on the problem. I began using Apple devices in 2008, after years with CP/M 2.2 and IBM PCs, and have loved them immensely!

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Find My Live quit after update to iOS 17.3.1

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