Devices that have not been unlocked after a certain time will not update automatically, but the user will still be prompted to update upon unlocking their device. For added safety, authorization tokens will expire.

This means these devices can be updated without requiring the end user to unlock their device. Updates on iOS-based devices with passcodes are also better enforced with the lock screen on iOS/iPadOS using the passcode to generate an authorization token which is then stored to approve the update installation. And if a device can’t update due to an issue such as power, battery life, storage, etc., thanks to the OS’s resiliency, it continues to try again until the update is complete. Software updates via DDM are much more reliable, reminding users more frequently as the deadline for the update approaches while continuing to provide a friendly user experience, particularly on macOS. With DDM, devices now inform Jamf Pro when a change is made so admins know when updates are starting, installing and then completed- notifying end users in a timely fashion. Now, with managed software updates via DDM, admins can specify the date and time of updates. In the past, Jamf Pro would need to consistently have devices check in to refresh the latest data. It empowers Jamf Pro cloud admins to better schedule and enforce the latest software updates to managed devices. Managed software updates -powered by Declarative Device Management (DDM)- add more functionality to the existing DDM protocol. Jamf Pro 11 is not only about its new interface but also continues to support the most important Apple features- including the new operating systems, iOS and iPadOS 17, macOS Sonoma and tvOS 17. But, as Veronica Batista noted in the JNUC keynote, “ the evolution of Jamf Pro is more than just a pretty face.” Continued Apple support We could not be more excited to release this updated, modern look to Jamf Pro.

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