Here Are 10 Amazing Features of iOS 17 That Apple Didn't Disclose – (Part 2)
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Chapter 1: Introduction to iOS 17 Features
Apple's latest iOS 17 update brings a host of exciting features that many users may not yet be aware of. Let’s dive into ten incredible enhancements that could significantly improve your iPhone experience.
Section 1.1: Revamped Update Screen
The update screen in iOS 17 has received a fresh design. This change became evident with the release of Beta 2, which was the first update following the initial iOS 17 launch. Now, you can choose the 'Update Tonight' option. If you select this, the update will be downloaded immediately and installed later when your iPhone is locked and has sufficient battery life.
Section 1.2: Automation Flexibility
In iOS 16, once you set an automation, there was no option to disable it without deleting the entire setup. Fortunately, iOS 17 has introduced a more user-friendly approach. Users can now simply select 'Don't Run' to temporarily disable an automation without having to recreate it later.
Subsection 1.2.1: Audio Reading in Safari
Have you ever found an intriguing article on Safari but didn’t have the time to read it? With iOS 17, you can listen to articles read aloud. Just tap aA < Listen to Page 🔉, and Siri will narrate the content. This feature also allows you to control playback directly from the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island, maintaining audio even if you switch tabs.
Section 1.3: Temperature Unit Setting
A small yet handy addition, iOS 17 now allows users to set the temperature unit in the Weather app to mirror their system settings. You can find this option in Settings ⚙️ < Weather ⛅️.
Section 1.4: Progress Indicators for Activity Badges
In the Activity Badges section, iOS 17 introduces progress bars that visually indicate your badge completion. This new feature motivates users by showing how close they are to achieving their goals.
Section 1.5: Enhanced Visual Lookup
iOS 17 has refreshed its Visual Lookup feature. Previously, it showed a sparkle icon when identifying objects in photos. Now, it displays specific glyphs representing detected items like plants, animals, and landmarks.
Section 1.6: Upgraded Stocks Widget
The Stocks widget has also been improved. Users can now see arrow indicators showing whether a company's stock is up or down over the last day, along with relevant news articles, enhancing the widget’s functionality.
Section 1.7: Customizable Keychain Password Titles
In previous versions, Keychain entry titles were fixed to the website for which you saved the password. Now, in iOS 17, you can customize these titles for easier management.
Section 1.8: Quick Password Insertion
Sharing passwords has become easier. Simply tap the message field, select Insert < Passwords, and choose the relevant password to autofill it in your message.
Section 1.9: Enhanced 'Find My Watch' Feature
The 'Find My Watch' feature has also received an update. Once you locate your watch, it will stop pinging automatically, making it more intuitive to use.
Section 1.10: Dynamic Island Notifications
A subtle yet impactful change is the notification for 'Watch Unlocked' appearing on the Dynamic Island. This feature notifies users when their Apple Watch unlocks automatically in conjunction with their iPhone, enhancing user experience for those with compatible devices.
Chapter 2: Exploring More Features
The first video, titled "10 iOS 17 Features I BET You Didn't Know!", delves into lesser-known aspects of the update that enhance usability and functionality.
The second video, "iOS 17 Released - What's New? (400+ New Features)," provides an overview of the extensive range of new features available with the latest release.
With these enhancements, iOS 17 proves to be an exciting update that aims to elevate the iPhone experience for its users. If you’re interested in even more features, consider checking out the 90+ new features of iOS 17 in a continually updated compilation.