New iOS 11.3: Here are the most popular features you should know about

If you've ever wanted to see yourself as an animated bear, or just stop your older iPhone from slowing down, Apple has just the update for you.

 

The company released its iOS 11.3 mobile operating system update on Thursday, which includes a laundry list of new features and fixes. It's the third major update for iOS 11 since it was released last summer, and the first to address one of Apple's biggest scandals.

You can turn off the controversial iPhone-slowing feature

Owners of older devices can now disable a feature that slows down their iPhone to prevent a sudden shutdown.
Apple (AAPL) has admitted to slowing down some iPhones to prevent a sudden shutdown caused by older batteries. To placate outraged customers, the company dropped the price of battery replacements earlier this year. It also said it would release a new feature to give users more control.
The new Battery Health options are located in Settings -> Battery -> Battery Health (Beta). It shows information about the status of your battery, including its maximum capacity and peak performance capability. It will tell you if the battery needs to be replaced.
Turning off the "performance management" feature might make your phone feel zippier, but could also result in your device turning off unexpectedly.
Apple brags about some very timely privacy features
When you first install iOS 11.3, you're greeted with a landing page about its new Data & Privacy feature that states, "Apple believes privacy is a fundamental human right."
When you open Apple apps, you'll see a small Data & Privacy icon that looks like two people shaking hands. Click and you can see a rundown of all the data you're sending back to Apple and what the company needs it for.