Apple IOS 17 IPadOS 17 MacOS Sonoma WatchOS 10 Latest Updates

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At the recent Wonderlust event, Apple Inc. revealed the launch date for its upcoming operating system, iOS 17, alongside other operating systems like iPadOS 17, macOS Sonoma, watchOS 10, and tvOS 17. These exciting updates were initially introduced at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in 2023.

iOS 17 marks a significant milestone for Apple, promising substantial enhancements in the way FaceTime and messages work on iPhones. However, it’s important to note that not all iPhone models will be able to enjoy these improvements. Apple has specified that iOS 17 will be free only for iPhone Xs and newer models.

In essence, iOS 17 is set to bring exciting changes to the iPhone experience, but some older iPhone models won’t be included in this update.

Exciting news for Apple enthusiasts! iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 are set to make their grand debut on September 18th. These updates bring a host of new features and improvements to iPhone and iPad users.

The following iPhone models are in for a treat, as they’ll get to enjoy the iOS 17 experience:

Similarly, iPadOS 17 will be available as a free software update for the following iPad models:

  • iPad (6th generation and later)
  • iPad mini (5th generation and later)
  • iPad Air (3rd generation and later)
  • 12.9- inch iPad Pro (second generation and later)
  • 11-inch iPad Pro (first generation and later).
  • 10.5-inch iPad Pro

Features of iOS 17, iPadOS 17

  1. Contact Poster: When someone calls, you’ll see a neat profile-like display for your contacts, making calls more informative.
  2. Spam Call Defense: iOS 17 helps you identify and block spam calls from third-party apps, keeping your phone hassle-free.
  3. Real-Time Voicemail Translation: Voicemails get translated instantly, so you can understand them without delay.
  4. Improved FaceTime and Messages: Now, you can send messages during FaceTime calls, making it easier to connect when someone can’t pick up a call. You can also start a FaceTime call on your Apple TV and switch it to your TV screen seamlessly.
  5. Enhancements Galore: iOS 17 improves many aspects of your Apple experience, including AirDrop, NameDrop, Autocorrect, Dictation, Privacy Settings, AirPlay, Apple Music, and Safari browsing.
  6. Enhanced PDF and Notes: Reading PDFs and using Notes on your iPad is now even more convenient.
  7. Interactive Features: Enjoy interactive tools in Messages, FaceTime, and Safari, just like in iOS 17.
  8. Health App on iPad: Keep an eye on your health data with the Health app, now available on iPad.

Features coming with macOS Sonoma, watchOS 10, and tvOS 17

macOS Sonoma (for Mac computers, available from September 26):

  • Improved Video Calls: With macOS Sonoma, your video conferences will be even better. It means smoother and clearer online meetings.
  • Faster Web Browsing: If you’re a fan of using Safari to explore the web, you’ll love this. You can now zip through multiple open windows quickly.
  • Game Mode: Gamers, take note! You can now enjoy a special game mode right on your Mac, making your gaming experience even more awesome.

watchOS 10 (for Apple Watches):

  • Contact Access: You’ll find improvements in how you interact with your contacts.
  • Redesigned Apps and Navigation: Apps and getting around your watch will be easier and more user-friendly.
  • Fresh Watch Faces: watchOS 10 introduces two cool new watch face options.

tvOS 17 (for Apple TV):

  • You can make FaceTime calls right from your Apple TV, bringing video chats to the big screen.
  • There’s a new feature called Direct Call, which likely makes it easier to connect with your contacts.
  • For better picture quality, tvOS 17 supports Dolby Vision, so your movies and shows will look stunning.
  • Plus, it’s now easier to use third-party VPN services with your Apple TV.

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