Officially announced last June at WWDC, iOS 17 marks the biggest software update of the year for iPhone. With a myriad of new features for Messages, FaceTime, widgets and much more, Apple promises to make the new iPhones more personal and intuitive.
During the’Wonderlust event last night, in which Cupertino presented the new models iPhone 15 and the new range of Apple Watch Series 9the Release Candidate for iOS 17, iPadOS 17, watchOS 10 and tvOS 17.
It is therefore possible to try thelatest major iPhone release preview, as RC is available to those with an Apple ID associated with a developer account. In the system settings, you will find a dedicated section accessible via the “Beta Updates” option, where you can choose between “Developer Beta” and “Public beta”.
Apple’s indication remains that of avoid downloading the beta on the primary device and proceed to download on a secondary one to prevent the risk of sudden data loss. We will therefore have to wait for the next one September 18 for the stable version of iOS 17. Just in time for the deliveries of the coveted iPhones, scheduled for September 22nd.
In the meantime, let’s see all the news observed in the changelog.
All the news of iOS 17
Support is coming Voicemail for FaceTime audio and video calls to archive voice messages along with a collection of new reactions such as hearts, balloons, fireworks, laser beams and rain, which can be activated with specific gestures and compatible with third-party apps. Live Voicemail transcribes the voice message to the answering machine in real time, allowing you to answer the call in the meantime. Spam messages are immediately rejected.
Con “Contact Posters“You can customize your profile card when you interact with other iPhone users using photos or Memojis, special typography, and background colors.
As for AirDrop, NameDrop makes it easier to share contact details with other iPhone or Apple Watch users by bringing the devices closer together. SharePlay allows you to share videos, music and games. Later in the year, AirDrop will enable large file transfers between phones, completed via iCloud.
L’Music app gets a significant makeover, with collaborative playlists and crossfading support. In CarPlaySharePlay support allows all passengers to have a say in playlist selection.
iOS 17 introduces a major overhaul of the functionality of automatic correctionleveraging the power of machine learning that learns from typing habits, making it easy to correct errors and automatically complete words and sentences. An improved speech recognition model offers greater dictation accuracy.
One of the most notable additions to iOS 17 is Mode StandBy. When you place iPhone horizontally on a charger, it turns into one smart display con widget showing time, calendar, alarms and more.
With iOS 17 it is possible interact directly with widgets without accessing the respective apps. For example, control playback from the Music app widget on the home screen. Additionally, Apple is introducing Home app widgets for the first time.
Accessibility side, Assistive Access is a customizable interface that simplifies the use of iPhone by users with cognitive disabilities. Personal Voice It allows people at risk of speech loss, such as those with ALS, to recreate a voice similar to their own. Live Speech allows non-verbal users to type and have their words spoken in person, during phone calls or FaceTime conversations.
In addition to improved search filters, theMessages app allows you to create custom stickers using photos and automatically transcribes audio messages. Two-factor authentication codes sent to Mail support autofill, and the app automatically deletes 2FA text messages.
Combining Messages and Find My, iOS 17 introduces “Check In” to alert family or friends when you reach your destination safely. If there are delays or no responses, it shares your location, battery level, and cellular service status.
Later this year, iOS 17 will introduce a new Journal appwhich uses machine learning to suggest moments worth keeping and journal with photos, music, workouts, and more.
Other features of the new iPhone operating system
Among other changes, the ability to share passwords and passkeys stored in iCloud Keychain, consult offline maps and locate electric car charging stations in real time on Apple Maps, record mood and emotions in the Health app.
Still “Screen Distance” helps reduce the risk of myopia, the AirTag can be shared with five other people and works with all other Find My network accessories. Siri can be activated with the command “Siri” instead of “Hey Siri”.
The AirPods they offer adaptive audio, personalized volume, conversation awareness, and improvements to auto-switching and call controls. L’app Promemoria automatically groups the items you add to your shopping list by categories. L’Photos app recognizes cats and dogs and automatically separates images of each into their respective albums.
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