Apple is still releasing an update for iOS 16, but work is already underway on iOS 17 in the background. We’re collecting the most important information and rumors about the update for your iPhone.
Apple is currently working on the next major update for your iPhone: iOS 17. As every year, the new version of the operating system will bring some changes and innovations. We summarize them here for you as best as possible so that you know exactly what to expect with the new software.
What new features will there be?
Apple is pretty good at keeping secrets, so the first official information might not come out until the developer previews and betas. Of course there is some speculation, but nothing has been proven to date.
Improvement of the control center
According to a leaked email, one of the main aspects of the update is to improve the control center. Exactly how these looks will look is not yet known, but fans can probably look forward to some new features.
Adaptation to the Dynamic Island
Newer iPhones now have the so-called Dynamic Island. This is the cutout on the upper side of the display that houses the inner camera. The update to iOS 17 should offer new customization options that should better integrate the recess into Apple’s design.
diary app
According to a Wall Street Journal report, Apple is said to be working on a kind of diary app that will allow users to log their thoughts and activities throughout the day. What exactly this should look like and whether the application will appear with iOS 17 is currently still unclear.
side loading
Apple users have been waiting for years to be able to download apps outside of the App Store. This processor is called sideloading and according to Apple expert Mark Gurman, iOS 17 could finally introduce this new option.
New design for the Health app
The popular health app will apparently get a new design. In particular, the interface is to be revised and thus display the most important information more clearly. In the favorites section of the app, small squares should then display readings such as heart rate, sleep, activities and many more.
New wallet app
The wallet app will probably also get a new design, with the layout in particular being affected. In addition, a button for ”All transactions” should be added, which should give you a better overview of your payments. In addition, a search function and a function for saving money are to be installed.
New wallpapers
Apple’s own wallpapers are very popular with users and a few more are added every year. And also this year there will be new wallpapers with the new iOS version. In addition, with the new software version you can customize your wallpaper better and even share it with friends and acquaintances.
Lock screen maps improved
A majority of Apple users also make use of Apple’s popular ”Maps” app. Now the design should be adjusted when navigating the lock screen in order to better adapt the map to the look. one tipsters According to this, a better transition between maps and the lock screen should be possible.
When will iOS 17 be released?
If the process is similar to what it has been in recent years, iOS 17 will probably be released in the fall. The first betas usually start in May or June, which will give us at least some information about the software.
Apple will probably give users a first public look in June 2023. Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is taking place on June 5th. The event aims to promote developers and focuses on iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS and tvOS. In addition to many workshops and other opportunities to learn more about programming and developing software, there will probably also be a preview of iOS 17. This is to be presented to the world for the first time in the form of an online event.
Which iPhones get the update?
Every year a few models are removed from the update list because they are too old for the new software. Below we have made a list of smartphones that are expected to receive an update:
- iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 14 Pro
- iPhone 14Plus
- iPhone 14
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 mini
- iPhone SE (2022)
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iphone 12
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone SE (2020)
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iphone 11
- iPhone XR
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
The iPhones will not receive the update
Already last year, some iPhones did not receive the update to iOS 16. Some models will not receive an update this year either. This year, these models are expected to be affected: iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone X. However, there are also rumors claiming that the devices will be updated to iOS 17 after all. According to an insider, however, all smartphones that received iOS 16 should also receive iOS 17.
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