The iOS 17 update has brought some exciting new features to your iPhone. Whether you have the latest iPhone 15 or an older model, updating to iOS 17 will unlock these new capabilities. Let’s take a look at five of our favorite features that Apple has introduced with this update.
One of the standout features of iOS 17 is the ability to download Apple Maps for offline use. This means you can access maps and GPS navigation even when you don’t have phone service. You can select an area on Apple Maps and save it for offline use, which is perfect for areas with spotty phone service like higher elevations.
Live Voicemail is another great feature introduced with iOS 17. It transcribes voicemail messages in real-time, allowing you to see what someone wants to talk about before even listening to the voicemail. You can even answer the call while the voicemail is being left, making it easier to manage your calls.
Visual Lookup is a feature that allows you to take a photo and search for objects in the background of the image. Whether it’s a famous landmark, a dog breed, or an unknown flower, Visual Lookup can provide information about anything you see in a photo.
iOS 17 also makes it easier to activate Siri by allowing you to simply say “Siri” without needing to say “Hey Siri” first. This small change makes interacting with Apple’s voice assistant more seamless and convenient.
Finally, Standby turns your iPhone into a nightstand clock while it charges horizontally. You can customize what information is displayed on the screen, whether it’s the clock face, calendar, weather, photos, widgets, or anything else you prefer.
While these are just five of the new features in iOS 17, Apple continues to improve the iPhone user experience with each update. If you have a favorite feature in iOS 17 that wasn’t mentioned, feel free to share it with us. Apple’s commitment to enhancing the iPhone experience is evident in these new features, and we look forward to seeing what else they have in store in future updates.
