iOS 17 Features

Apple announced that iOS 17, which is the upcoming key update to the iPhone OS will bring several new features like NameDrop, StandBy mode, a smarter keyboard, etc. However, all the features won't work with every iPhone model which is supported by iOS 17. Go through the article to learn which feature will work on which model.

iOS 17 Overview:

iOS 17 is the recent iOS version designed for running on the iPhone. At WWDC in June, iOS 17 which was previewed by Apple, is now in beta testing and it is expected to see a release in September along with new iPhone models. There are new features for iPhone models such as FaceTime & Messages. Moreover, you can find small improvements also for other applications.

The company focused on communication. So, it overhauled the Phone app. You will be able to generate customized Contact Posters which people can see when you call them. Moreover, you can select an image or a Memoji, choose a font, a font color, etc. In this case, you need to know that the Contact Posters are available for the Phone app as well as for third-party apps.

iOS 17 Features:

Live Voicemail:

It helps to transform the way of interaction with Visual Voicemail. Using the feature, you can access the mailbox from a message list instead of calling a number. The iOS 17 transcribes the voicemail in real time on the Lock Screen. Although the feature supports any iPhone that runs iOS 17, people in the US & Canada can enjoy this feature only.

3D Reactions in FaceTime:

FaceTime includes several new features. For instance, as a user, you can leave a video message when another person misses their call. You can also find new 3D reactions identifying hand movements to show hearts, confetti, & fireworks. However, this feature will work on iPhone 12 or later.

FaceTime on Apple TV:

iOS 17 & tvOS 17 enable you to connect your iPhone wirelessly to Apple TV. Therefore, you can begin a FaceTime call on the large screen. This feature works on iPhones that run iOS 17, but it needs a second-generation (2021) Apple TV 4K or later.

NameDrop:

This one is a new facet of AirDrop. With the help of this feature, you can exchange contact information from one iPhone to another iPhone. The feature works with Apple Watch also. When you bring two iPhones together, SharePlay will be initiated. It enables you to watch a movie, listen to music, or play a game with someone who is using an iPhone. Later in 2023, AirDrop will start enabling users to transfer large files when two mobiles come closer.

Improved Autocorrect:

This operating system uses ML to analyze the way of typing on the mobile. As a result, the feature becomes more accurate & personal. You can see words underlined temporarily, showing you the changes. It is possible to revert back to the real word with a single tap. The system works on iPhone 12 & later in these languages including:- Arabic, Dutch, English, French, German, Hebrew, Korean, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish, and Thai.

Keyboard predictions:

Inline prediction is a new keyboard-related feature. The system's task is to predict words or sentences when you are typing something and then auto-completes the sentence with a tap on the space bar. To use this feature, you need to have an iPhone 12 or later. Remember, this feature can work only in English.

AirPods Adaptive Audio and Quicker Automatic Switching:

Apple has elucidated a few improvements coming to AirPods. As per the external environment, Adaptive Audio is a combination of Transparency & Active Noise Cancellation. Although regarding compatibility, there doesn't exist any limitation on the iPhone devices, you can use the feature only with the second-generation AirPods Pro.

Press to mute & unmute on AirPods:

Hit the AirPods' stem to mute a call or unmute this ( when you are on a call). The feature supports 3rd-generation AirPods and generations of AirPods Pro. You can also use the feature with AirPods Max through Digital Crown.

New ‘Siri’ command:

Since the iPhone 6s, users have been communicating with Siri. Just they need to say "Hey Siri" for communication. Later, the command was included for almost every Apple device and became important for HomePod which is Apple's smart speaker. Now, people don't have to say "Hey Siri" to talk to the virtual assistant due to iOS 17, macOS 14, & other updates. This new command can work with those iPhones that run iOS 17. If it comes to talking about AirPods, only second-generation AirPods Pro supports this.

Siri back-to-back requests:

The feature indicates that after activating Siri, asking for many requests is possible without needing to reactivate it.

Point and Speak:

This one is a new accessibility feature which is beneficial for people with vision disabilities. It helps them to interact with those physical objects that have text levels. Once you point the camera of your mobile, the system will help you to read the detected texts. But it supports only iPhones having a LiDAR scanner (iPhone 12 Pro and newer Pro models).

Home Activity History:

With the help of this feature in the Home App, you can see who locked & unlocked the door and when. Besides, using this feature, you can get to see recent activity for garage doors, contact sensors, & security systems. The feature supports every iPhone that runs iOS 17. You only have to update the Home app Architecture before you enable the feature.

StandBy:

When you are not using an iPhone, enable the StandBy mode by putting this horizontally on a charger. In this mode, you will get to see a full-screen display with information at a glance. The mode can offer the best performance when you use an always-on display. It is quite the same as the Nightstand mode on Apple Watch. This specific mode provides various clock styles, photos, calendars, weather, a view of Live Activities, or customizable widgets via Smart Stack.

How to Install the Beta:

Developers can only download iOS 17 as of right now. But the company has made a big change to its policies, resulting in beta developers accessing it for free. They only need to have an Apple ID. We never advise to install the software on a main device as Betas can be ribbed with bugs & other issues.

Compatibility:

iOS 17 supports the iPhone XR/iPhone XS and later. It indicates that this one drops support for iPhone 8, iPhone X & iPhone 8 Plus. These devices could run iOS 16 but are unable to be updated to iOS 17.

• iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus 
• iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max 
• iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini 
• iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max 
• iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini 
• iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max 
• iPhone 11 
• iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max
•  iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max
• iPhone XR 
• iPhone SE (2nd generation or later) Launch Date:

It is going to be in beta testing for many months. While developers can access it now, the company plans to make a public beta available in July. In September, its official launch will happen.

Conclusion:

Everything about iOS 17 features is covered in this article. You can ask us via comment, if you have further queries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What are the features of iOS 17?

The features of iOS 17 are:-

• Live Voicemail. 
• Catch up on messages. 
• New ways to use AirDrop. 
• StandBy Mode. 
• Screen Distance. 
• Reminders Grocery Lists.

Q. Does iPhone 7 have iOS 17?

The company is ending the support for these devices: iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, and iPhone 8, with iOS 17. But, people using an iPhone XR and iPhone XS or newer ( the 2nd- and 3rd-gen iPhone SE) can download and run it.

Q. Is iOS 17 beta out?

Apple announced iOS 17 at WWDC 2023 on June 5.