Apple has released iOS 16.6.1, an emergency update for iPhones, to fix two serious flaws that have been actively exploited by attackers to deliver spyware without user interaction.
Apple confirmed during its special event that iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 will be released on September 18, bringing various new features including customizable contact profiles, voicemail support for FaceTime, simplified sharing with NameDrop, and an interactive StandBy interface for iPhones.
Apple is releasing operating system updates, including iOS 17, WatchOS 10, iPadOS 17, TVOS 17, and MacOS Sonoma, with new features and improvements for compatible 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 has released the iPhone 15 with a day-one software update, iOS 17.0.2, to fix a bug that can brick the phone during initial setup, but users can also fix the issue by putting the phone into DFU mode and restoring it from a computer.
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'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 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.
iOS 17 brings significant new features and upgrades to streamline iPhone usage, including StandBy mode, interactive widgets, improved messaging with Live Stickers and voice note transcription, enhanced autocorrect, adaptive audio for AirPods Pro, and accessibility improvements, making it a quality-of-life upgrade for iPhone users.
Some users of iPhone 15 models running iOS 17 are experiencing Wi-Fi issues, including slow loading times and periodic disconnections, potentially due to a software bug that may be addressed in a future iOS update.
iOS 17, Apple's biggest annual software update for iPhone users, was released on September 17, 2023, and includes new features for Messages, FaceTime, widgets, and more.
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.
Apple has released the third betas of iOS 17.1 and iPadOS 17.1 to developers, featuring new features such as favoriting content, improved AirDrop transfers, and enhanced compatibility with Apple Watch and iPhone.
Apple is set to release its iOS 17.1 update by October 24th, which will address radiation levels in the iPhone 12 and includes other features such as an Apple Music favorites system and support for AirDrop over the internet.
Apple is developing a pad-like device that will update new iPhones to the latest iOS version before they are opened, ensuring a smooth user experience right from the start.
Apple is planning to introduce a system that will wirelessly update new iPhones while they are still in the box, improving the user experience by eliminating the need for an immediate software update upon setup.
Apple's upcoming iOS 17.1 update will address safety concerns with iPhone 12 and introduce new features such as StandBy mode settings, Apple Music upgrades, AirDrop using cellular data, a flashlight symbol in Live Activities, and the return of new ringtones.
Apple has released the release candidate versions of iOS 17.1 and iPadOS 17.1, which include new features such as favoriting content, improved AirDrop transfers, and compatibility with the new USB-C Apple Pencil.
