IOS 17

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Seventeenth major release of iOS mobile operating system


iOS 17

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Native name
DeveloperApple Inc.
Written in
OS familyUnix-like, iOS
Working stateCurrent
Source modelClosed source with open-source components
Initial releaseSeptember  18, 2023; 15 months ago (2023-09-18)
Released to
manufacturing
General
availability
Latest release


iOS 17 is the seventeenth major release of the iOS mobile operating system developed by Apple Inc. It was announced at the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) on June 5, 2023, and was released to the public on September 18, 2023. iOS 17 introduces several new features and improvements over its predecessor, iOS 16.

Features[edit | edit source]

iOS 17 includes a variety of new features and enhancements:

  • StandBy Mode: A new feature that allows the iPhone to display useful information such as the time, widgets, and notifications when it is charging and placed in landscape mode.
  • Contact Posters: Users can now create personalized contact posters that appear during phone calls.
  • Live Voicemail: This feature transcribes voicemail messages in real-time, allowing users to read the message as it is being recorded.
  • NameDrop: A new way to share contact information by bringing two iPhones close together.
  • Journal App: A new app designed to help users document their daily activities and thoughts.
  • Improved Autocorrect: Enhancements to the autocorrect feature, making it more accurate and context-aware.
  • Interactive Widgets: Widgets on the home screen are now interactive, allowing users to perform actions directly from the widget.
  • AirDrop Enhancements: Improved AirDrop functionality, including the ability to continue transfers over the internet if the devices move out of range.

Compatibility[edit | edit source]

iOS 17 is compatible with the following devices:

Reception[edit | edit source]

The reception of iOS 17 has been generally positive, with praise for its new features and improvements in usability and performance. However, some users have reported issues with battery life and minor bugs, which are expected to be addressed in future updates.

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