Apple announced several new updates at its WWDC 2023 event in June. These include iOS 17, iPadOS 17, macOS Sonoma, watchOS 10, and tvOS 17. They’ve now confirmed the release dates for these operating systems at the Apple Wonderlust event. iOS 17 is a major update with improvements to Phone, FaceTime, and Messages, but it won’t be available for all iPhone models; it’s only for iPhone Xs and newer.
Release Dates and Compatibility
iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 will be available to users starting September 18. iOS 17 is compatible with iPhone models from iPhone SE (2nd generation) up to iPhone 14. iPadOS 17 works on various iPad models, including the 6th generation and later, iPad mini (5th generation and later), iPad Air (3rd generation and later), and various iPad Pro models.
| Operating System | Release Date | Compatibility | New Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| iOS 17 | September 18 | iPhone Xs and later | – Personalized Contact Posters – Real-time voicemail transcription – FaceTime message recording – Enhanced Airdrop, NameDrop, autocorrect, and more – Introduction of the “Journal” app |
| iPadOS 17 | September 18 | iPad 6th gen and later, iPad mini 5th gen and later, iPad Air 3rd gen and later, various iPad Pro models | – Customizable Lock Screen and interactive widgets – Improved PDF and Notes features – New interactive tools – Introduction of the Health app on iPad |
| macOS Sonoma | September 26 | Compatible Mac computers | – Desktop widgets – Enhanced video conferencing – Faster Safari browsing – Game Mode for gaming |
| watchOS 10 | September 18 | Apple Watch Series 4 and later, paired with iPhone Xs or later running iOS 17 | – Redesigned apps – New widgets – Easier navigation – Control Center access – Two new watch faces |
| tvOS 17 | Not specified | Apple TV | – Display FaceTime calls on Apple TV – Direct calls from the television – Enhanced dialogue – Dolby Vision 8.1 support – Third-party VPN support |
New Features
iOS 17 brings personalized Contact Posters for incoming calls, real-time transcription of voicemails, and the ability to record and send FaceTime messages. It also enhances Airdrop, NameDrop, autocorrect, dictation, privacy features, AirPlay, and introduces a new app called Journal.
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iPadOS 17 includes a customizable Lock Screen, interactive widgets, improved PDF and Notes features, and interactive tools for Messages, FaceTime, and Safari. It also introduces the Health app for iPad.
macOS Sonoma
macOS Sonoma allows users to place widgets on the desktop, enhances video conferencing, improves Safari for faster browsing, and introduces a Game Mode for optimized gaming. It becomes available on compatible Mac computers starting September 26.
watchOS 10
watchOS 10 will be available for Apple Watch Series 4 and later, paired with iPhone Xs or later running iOS 17. It includes redesigned apps, new widgets, easier navigation, and the ability to access the Control Center with a side button. Two new watch faces are also introduced.
tvOS 17
tvOS 17 allows users to display FaceTime calls on Apple TV and make calls directly from the television. It adds various features like enhanced dialogue, Dolby Vision 8.1 support, and support for third-party VPNs to personalize the TV experience.
In summary, Apple introduced a range of updates and new features for its various operating systems, enhancing communication, customization, and functionality across its devices.
