Apple is expected to launch the iOS 17 operating system in September 2023 (and it will also be included in the iPhone 15 ). The new update brings with it a number of significant innovations, which expand the capabilities of the devices and offer users an improved experience.
Main innovations
The main innovations in iOS 17 include:
- Improvements to the Phone app: Apple is upgrading the Phone app with several improvements, including a new “Live Text” feature that allows users to recognize text in photos and videos of a phone number, the ability to add specific phone numbers to the “My People” list, and the ability to use Face ID to identify the the caller before receiving the call.
- Improvements to the Messages app: Apple is also upgrading the Messages app with several improvements, including a new “Shared with You” feature that allows users to easily find content shared between them, the ability to edit messages after they’ve been sent, and the ability to send multiple messages to large groups of people.
- New calendar app: Apple introduces a new calendar app with a redesigned design and new capabilities, including the option to create several different calendars, the option to track future events, and the option to receive reminders about important events.
- New “Focus” feature: Apple introduces a new “Focus” feature that allows users to focus on certain tasks by filtering out notifications.
- Ability to use Apple Pay to pay for products and services online: Apple is expanding the capabilities of Apple Pay, allowing users to use the service to pay for products and services online.
Additional innovations for the iOS 17 system
iOS 17 also includes several other innovations, including:
- Support for Face ID with a mask: iOS 17 supports Face ID with a mask, so that users can unlock their iPhone even if they are wearing a mask.
- New “Live Text” feature in photos: iOS 17 allows users to recognize text in photos, even if the text is not clear or legible.
- Possibility to change the size of the widget: iOS 17 allows users to change the size of the widget, to adapt it to their needs.
availability
iOS 17 is expected to be available for devices that support iOS 16, including:
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XR
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 mini
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
The update is expected to be available for free download via the App Store.
assessment
iOS 17 is a major update to Apple’s operating system. The main innovations in the update improve the capabilities of the devices and offer users an improved experience.
The innovations in the phone application and messages make the use of iPhone devices more efficient. The new calendar app offers users new options for managing their time. And the new “Focus” feature allows users to focus on certain tasks without being distracted by notifications.