iOS 17 is the biggest update of new Features and Improvements.

Interactive widgets Widgets are now interactive, which means you can interact with elements of the widget itself without having to open the app.

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Live Voicemail Voicemails can now be transcribed and read as text. This is a great way to quickly & easily find information in videos, such as phone numbers, addresses & website URLs.

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FaceTime voicemail You can now leave video voicemails for your friends and family. Personal Voice: You can create your own custom Siri voice.

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Offline Apple Maps You can now use maps offline. This is great for when you're travelling to a new place and you don't have internet access.

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Share Passwords You can easily share passwords with friends, family, and colleagues using the Messages app.

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Automatically delete iPhone 2FA codes Two-factor authentication (2FA) codes are now automatically deleted from the Messages app after 24 hours.

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Messages new UI and stickers The Messages app is getting a new user interface in iOS 17, making it easier to use and navigate. You're also getting new stickers to use in your messages.

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Screen Distance for Eye Health Screen Distance measures how far away you are holding your phone from your face & sends you notifications if you're holding it too close.

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Food ID Food ID is a new feature in iOS 17 that can identify food items using your camera. This is a great way to learn more about the food you are eating or to find recipes for new dishes to try.

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