iOS 17 RC version is now available for beta users and the stable release is expected on Sept. 18 at 1:00 p.m. ET for non-beta users, featuring upgrades to Messages, Phone, and FaceTime apps, new features like Contact Posters and NameDrop, and the introduction of Standby mode.
iOS 17 will be available to download next week, but some older iPhone models, including the iPhone 8, 8 Plus, and X, won't be compatible with the new operating system.
iOS 17, the latest operating system update from Apple, will bring new features such as live voicemail screening, standby mode, FaceTime improvements, and Adaptive Audio to enhance user experience on their flagship products including the iPhone and AirPods.
iOS 17 introduces interactive Home Screen widgets for various apps, including music, health, fitness, food, tracking, financial, educational, customization, entertainment, and utility apps, allowing users to access and control app features directly from the Home Screen.
iOS 17 introduces new features and settings, but not all may be loved by users, and fortunately, there are ways to disable them if desired.
Apple has released new versions of Pages, Keynote, and Numbers, introducing new features for iOS 17 and the Mac such as 3D objects, Stickers, inline predictions for text, collaboration during FaceTime calls, and the ability to open suggested documents or presentations when searching.
Apple has released iOS 17.0.1 and iPadOS 17.0.1 updates, offering bug fixes and security updates for eligible devices.
Apple has launched its iPhone 15 models and MacRumors has provided a series of how-to articles to help users navigate the new features, while iOS 17 comes pre-installed with the new models and MacRumors has also provided in-depth feature guides for the new software.
Apple advises users to update their iPhone 15 devices to iOS 17.0.2 before transferring data from another iPhone to avoid encountering issues and to ensure a smooth transfer process.
Apple has released iOS 17 and iPadOS 17, but it's uncertain how long iOS 16 will continue receiving updates.
Apple had a busy week with the release of iOS 17, the launch of the iPhone 15 lineup, and updates to the Apple Watch and AirPods Pro.
Upgrading to iOS 17 may reactivate Significant Locations and iPhone Analytics without user permission, raising concerns about privacy settings on iPhones.
Apple has released iOS 17, which includes a new feature called Contact Posters that allows users to create personalized digital calling cards that pop up on others' iPhones when they call, as well as the option to link a Medical ID for emergency situations.
Apple's iOS 17 update introduces the StandBy feature, which allows users to access important information from third-party apps with a glance, and although the number of supported apps is currently limited, it is expected to grow in the future.
Apple has released the second beta of iOS 17.1, which includes features such as StandBy Display Options, reintroduced ringtones and text tones, a fix for the 80% charging limit, and more.
Apple has released the iOS 17.0.3 update for iPhone and iPadOS 17.0.3 update for iPads, addressing an overheating issue on iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max and a kernel vulnerability that could be exploited by attackers.
Apple's iOS 17 introduces new features in Messages, including automatic transcription of audio messages, Check In to share estimated arrival times, multiple filters for searching, grouped apps, easier navigation and replies, improved location sharing, and automatic deletion of verification codes.
A former Apple sales specialist on TikTok warns iPhone 13 and older model users against downloading iOS 17, claiming that the update intentionally slows down older phones and drains battery life.