The anticipation for annual iOS upgrade of Apple is building as iPhone users eagerly await the arrival of iOS 17. While the beta versions have been in testing for several months the burning question on everyone’s mind is that When will iOS 17 officially be available for the public?
iOS 17 Release Date
iOS enthusiasts the wait for iOS 17 is almost over! Apple recently introduced the iOS 17 Release Candidate which typically serves as the final beta build before the official release. Historically the official version becomes available to the public within a week after the Release Candidate (RC) is unveiled.
So here is the date to mark in your calendar: The official iOS 17 release is set for September 18.
iOS 17 Eligible iPhones
It is essential to note that not all iPhones will be eligible for the iOS 17 upgrade. If you are wondering whether your iPhone makes the cut check out official list of eligible devices:
- iPhone 14
- iPhone 14 Plus
- iPhone 14 Pro
- iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 mini
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XR
- iPhone SE (2nd generation or later)
Exciting Features of iOS 17
Now that you know if your iPhone is eligible for iOS 17 then you might be curious about why this update is generating so much excitement. iOS 17 is a significant annual upgrade that promises a plethora of valuable features. Many of these features were unveiled at the WWDC event and iOS 17 did not disappointed.
Overview of what can expected:
- Standby Mode
Use iPhone as a Smart Home Display when it’s charging. - Personalized Contact Poster
Create unique contact posters using images, Memojis, colors and fonts. - Siri Improvements
Siri gains the ability to read web articles and receives several enhancements. - Safari Enhancements
Safari becomes even more powerful with new Profiles the option to change the search engine in private mode, authentication in private browsing and more. - iMessage Upgrades
Easily view everything you share most on iMessage in one place. - Stickers Drawer
A centralized hub for stickers, Memojis, emojis and other packs. - FaceTime Improvements
Leave a video or audio message when someone misses your FaceTime call. - Interactive Widgets
Control various functions right from your Widgets. - Apple Maps Offline Maps
Enjoy the long awaited offline maps feature. - NameDrop
Share contact numbers with ease.
How to Update to iOS 17
If your iPhone is eligible for iOS 17 upgrading. Follow these steps:
- Open the Settings app.
- Go to General > Software Update.
- Once iOS 17 is live, it will appear here. Tap Download and Install to begin the process.
For those already on the iOS 17 RC there is no need to upgrade as the RC is essentially the same as the official build.
iOS 17 is on the horizon and it is bringing exciting features and improvements to eligible iPhones. Mark your calendar for September 18, when the official release will take place. Stay tuned to experience the latest enhancements and make the most out of your iPhone with iOS 17.
