iOS 17 Redesigns iMessage Interface, Moving App Access to Pop-Up Menu

Apple has redesigned the iMessage interface in iOS 17, moving access to apps and shortcuts to a pop-up menu.
You can customize the order of apps in the new menu by long-pressing and dragging them.
The new interface makes accessing the Photos picker take extra taps.
A hidden trick lets you access Photos with one tap by long-pressing the "+" button.
The changes are controversial, with many users struggling to adjust to the new interface in iOS 17.

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9/13/2023

iOS 17 Adds Customizable 'Contact Posters' for Calls

In iOS 17, Apple introduces Contact Posters, allowing iPhone users to customize their representation during calls with photos, emoji, and personalized typography.

9/14/2023

iOS 17 Launching Soon with Updates to Messages, FaceTime and More

Apple has announced iOS 17, which includes upgrades to Messages, FaceTime, keyboard, and more, and is available for iPhones launched within the last five years.

9/29/2023

Google Messages App Redesign Removes Hamburger Menu, Adds Profile Navigation

Google has updated its Messages app by removing the navigation drawer and replacing it with a redesigned interface where users can access additional options by tapping their profile picture.

10/6/2023

iOS 17 Brings StandBy Display, Enhanced Continuity, Typing Upgrades, and More to iPhone 14 Pro

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.

10/6/2023

iOS 17 Messages Gets Transcriptions, Improved Search, and Location Sharing Updates

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.

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Posted 9/20/2023, 4:52:00 PM

iOS 17 Redesigns iMessage Interface, Moving App Access to Pop-Up Menu

Apple has redesigned the iMessage interface in iOS 17, moving access to apps and shortcuts to a pop-up menu.
You can customize the order of apps in the new menu by long-pressing and dragging them.
The new interface makes accessing the Photos picker take extra taps.
A hidden trick lets you access Photos with one tap by long-pressing the "+" button.
The changes are controversial, with many users struggling to adjust to the new interface in iOS 17.

9to5mac.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/13/2023

iOS 17 Adds Customizable 'Contact Posters' for Calls

In iOS 17, Apple introduces Contact Posters, allowing iPhone users to customize their representation during calls with photos, emoji, and personalized typography.

9/14/2023

iOS 17 Launching Soon with Updates to Messages, FaceTime and More

Apple has announced iOS 17, which includes upgrades to Messages, FaceTime, keyboard, and more, and is available for iPhones launched within the last five years.

9/29/2023

Google Messages App Redesign Removes Hamburger Menu, Adds Profile Navigation

Google has updated its Messages app by removing the navigation drawer and replacing it with a redesigned interface where users can access additional options by tapping their profile picture.

10/6/2023

iOS 17 Brings StandBy Display, Enhanced Continuity, Typing Upgrades, and More to iPhone 14 Pro

10/6/2023

iOS 17 Messages Gets Transcriptions, Improved Search, and Location Sharing Updates