Apple has finally released the beta of iOS 17 and iPadOS 17, presented during the WWDC 2023 and now available for all compatible devices.
According to the testers who have already been able to take a look at the release, this time the Cupertino giant would have focused the update mainly on the App Phone, iMessage and FaceTime.
However, there are also many other small innovations introduced by Apple that could be well received by the owners of iPhone e iPad.
Let’s find out more about it.
iOS 17 and iPadOS 17, how Phone, iMessage and FaceTime change
iOS 17 and iPadOS 17, as just mentioned, mainly focus on updates to the Messages, Phone and FaceTime apps.
Thanks to the new versions, users can create and set up cards for your custom contacts and swap your cards using the feature NameDropwhich has become even more intuitive.
As for iMessage and FaceTime, it is now possible to use them new reactions, filters ed effects to make communication even more fun.
Besides, Apple has also added new features for create and share stickers. Also appearing are the Live Sticker, which work like GIFs and can be created by the user starting from Live Photos snap.
iOS 17 and iPadOS 17, more news to come
The beta versions of iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 have also boosted the functionality of AirDropmaking it easier to transfer files between Apple devices and use shared media content.
As promised with the new versions of Apple’s operating systems, the long-awaited has also arrived Standby mode, implemented for the first time in the previous beta and enhanced with a series of settings that allow the user to better customize the device when used as a smart hub. The update also includes improved notification management.
It also changes Apple Music with a massive operation of fixing the most frequent errors and bugs that users have reported in recent months. The application also gets the long awaited crossfade and its own widgets, both features can be managed and organized from the settings tab.
Also confirmed Journalthe application with functionality similar to a diary or a notepad, where the user can jot down thoughts, notes and anything that comes to mind.
Also Siri updates with new voice commands which allow users to give much more directions to the smart assistant, including the one to write and send a text message.
Finally, the function for i arrives on various Apple applications suggestions which helps users discover the various features available.
How to install the iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 beta
To install future versions of the operating system on supported iPhones and iPads, you must first have at least 20% battery or alternatively connect the device to the mains.
Updates can be installed in OTA mode by accessing the appropriate settings dedicated to software updates and going to the tab Beta updates.
Finally, please note that to access the beta you will no longer need to have a shape Apple from Developers given that the Cupertino company has allowed all its users to try the next versions of the operating system but only after registering their own Apple ID on the official portal.