The newest iOS update is iOS 17.1, which was released on October 25, 2023. This update brings new features for more expressive communication, simplified sharing, and a new full-screen experience for your iPhone. Some of the new features include:
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Apple Music: Users can now favorite songs, albums, playlists, and artists, both from within the app and from the Now Playing interface.
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AirDrop: Transfers can now be completed over the internet once initiated.
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Wallet: The app can now include bank balances in the UK, and theres a flashlight indicator in the Dynamic Island.
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Phone: The Up Next carousel has redesigned cards, a three-dot options menu icon, and a new compact playback indicator that shows if youve started a podcast but not finished it.
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Camera: An updated camera leveling function is included in iOS 17. Activating the new Level option will add a horizontal line to the screen so you can make sure that landscape shots are properly lined up and level.
These are just a few of the new features included in iOS 17.1. Users can update their iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to the latest version of iOS by going to Settings > General > Software Update.