The wait is over, and iOS 17 has just landed, bringing with it a treasure trove of over 100 shiny new features and upgrades to jazz up your iPhone experience. From personalized phone calls to futuristic audio tricks, get ready to have a blast exploring what this update has in store for you.
Personalized Phone Calls: Dial Up the Fun!
iOS 17 kicks off the party with “contact posters” – think of them as snazzy wallpapers for your favorite people. When your bestie calls, you can deck out their caller screen with photos, Memojis, and names. It’s like giving each call a VIP pass!
Live Voicemail: The Revival of Call Screening
Remember the good ol’ days when you could let a call ring and snoop on the voicemail? Well, iOS 17 brings that magic back! When someone leaves you a voice message, you can read it in real-time. No more guessing games with mystery callers.
Check In: Your New BFF in Safety
Say goodbye to the days of yelling, “Text me when you get home!” and then promptly forgetting. iOS 17 introduces the “Check In” feature. Now, you can start a Check-In with a friend and let your iPhone do the detective work, notifying your loved ones when you arrive safely.
Search Filters: Hunt Down the Good Stuff
Searching for stuff in your chats? iOS 17’s got your back with souped-up search filters. You can now fine-tune your searches, like hunting for that elusive address in a chat with your BFF, rather than digging through a lifetime of messages.
Location Sharing Made a Breeze
iOS 17 simplifies location sharing to a tap. With the touch of a button in Messages, you can request someone’s location, and it pops up in a handy text bubble until your location-sharing adventure is over. Plus, tracking your pals is now a breeze with the Find My friends shortcut.
Audio Message Updates: Let the Fun Talk Begin
Ready for a fun twist? iOS 17 now transcribes your audio messages in real-time. While it might not be the original point of audio messages, it’s a lifesaver for those who’ve forgotten their headphones. You can even pause, speed up, and continue your audio messages, making chats more dynamic than ever!
New Stickers Experience: Stick ‘Em All!
For sticker enthusiasts, iOS 17 is a sticker wonderland. Live Stickers, Memoji, Animoji, emoji stickers, and third-party packs are all bundled into one easy-access menu. Plus, you can create your own stickers—cat lovers, rejoice!
Leave a Message on FaceTime: Voicemail Gets a Makeover
Missed FaceTime calls no longer lead to frustration. With iOS 17, you can leave video or audio messages in voicemail when your friends don’t pick up. No more ‘wtf, I thought we were friends’ texts!
Standby: The Party on Your Nightstand
iOS 17 introduces Standby, the cool new kid on the block. Just put your iPhone on its side while charging, and boom! You’ve got a full-screen experience that’s perfect for your nightstand or kitchen counter.
Interactive Widgets: Playtime on Your Home Screen
Widgets are getting a makeover, too! Now, you can interact with them—cross off tasks, pause music, or control smart gadgets—all without leaving your home screen. Your iPhone is now your personal playground.
NameDrop: Sharing Made a Breeze
AirDrop gets a makeover with NameDrop. Sharing contact info is now a breeze; just nudge your iPhone or Apple Watch close to another device, and voila! Your name and Contact Poster are part of the deal.
Autocorrect, but Better: No More Ducking Typos!
iOS 17 comes to the rescue with improved autocorrect. Say goodbye to those embarrassing typos in English, French, and Spanish. Now, you can text with style and grace.
Safari Profiles: Keep It Organized
Tired of the digital clutter? iOS 17 lets you create different profiles in Safari for work, play, and secrets you don’t want anyone to see. Keep your browsing, cookies, and favorites neat and tidy.
Adaptive Audio: Music to Your Ears
If you’re rocking AirPods Pro (2nd gen), you’re in for a treat! iOS 17 brings Adaptive Audio to the table. It magically adjusts noise levels and adds noise cancellation for a top-notch listening experience.
Offline Maps: Never Get Lost Again!
Travelers, rejoice! With iOS 17, you can download maps for offline adventures. Whether you’re navigating the subway or going off-grid on a hike, your maps will guide you, no signal needed!
Just Say “Siri” – The Sassy Assistant
In the “meh” category of updates, iOS 17 lets you ditch the “Hey Siri.” Now, you can summon your trusty assistant with a cool and casual “Siri.”
Visual Look Up: Search Like a Pro
iOS 17 transforms how you look things up. Find recipes from food photos, locate stores from pictures, and more. These tools even work on paused videos, adding a dash of magic to your searches.
iOS 17 isn’t just an update; it’s a party! So, grab your iPhone, hit that update button, and let the fun begin. Whiles we’re all eagerly waiting for more surprises like AirDrop updates, the Journal app, the catch-up arrow, and Apple Music collaboration, there’s already a world of excitement waiting for you in iOS 17. Your iPhone is now your playground, so go out there and have a blast!
