With iOS 17, Apple gives you the tools to express yourself in unique ways like never before when messaging or calling someone. The operating system offers sharing features with new and convenient options while letting you get more usability from an iPhone than ever before.
Here are some of the exciting new features to expect when Apple releases iOS 17.
What Are The New Features?
1. Apps in One Place
With the new plus button, you can view the items you send the most. That includes audio messages, your current location, and images. All your iMessage apps are in one place, then swipe up to see the rest of them that you only use occasionally.
2. Check-ins
Apple lets you check in automatically with iOS 17. When you arrive at a specific destination, like your home, your family members or friends receive a notification.
3. Easier Communication
Apple includes a catch-up arrow for your messages. This command lets you see the first message in a new chain if a conversation happens without you.
Another new feature is the option to swipe to the right on any message. You can reply to it at that point, making it easier to reduce miscommunication issues.
4. Search Filters
It’s easier than ever with iOS 17 to find the specific messages you need on your iPhone. You can combine different filters to quickly narrow your data points to find a particular conversation.
5. Automatic Transcription
Previous software updates have allowed people to send audio messages like a text. That information isn’t always convenient, so Apple now includes an automatic transcription. This feature ensures you can read the information immediately, then listen later.
6. Share and View Locations
With iO5 17, you can share your location or request one from friends or family from the plus button. If someone shares this information with you, it will appear in your conversation.
7. Have All Your Stickers
Apple gives you a sticker drawer to put all your favorites in one place. You can access emojis, Live Stickers, and Memojis with other packs here. They’ll sync with iCloud to be available on all your devices.
You can also create unique stickers from your own photographs, use them in more places since they’re on the emoji keyboard, and much more. From emails to documents, your favorite graphics are ready to send almost anywhere.
8. FaceTime Voicemail
If you miss a call, you can upload a video or an audio message that plays for that person. It creates a personalized way to offer a note on a missed connection while modernizing communication alternatives to texting.
You can also set up your iPhone as a camera to start calls on the app through Apple TV. With iOS 17, you can hand off the call from your device to the television as another alternative.
9. Hand Reactions
You can add different digital reactions that fill your camera frame with 3D effects, including fireworks, confetti, and hearts. These reactions are sharable with a simple hand gesture.
Apple offers some exciting opportunities with iOS 17. Its expected release is Fall 2023.