This post now has the comprehensive details on iOS, iPadOS, tvOS, HomePodOS 17 and watchOS 10 features:
iOS 17
Phone* Contact Posters let you customize how you appear on other peopleโs devices when you call them with a customized poster
* Live Voicemail displays a live transcription as someone leaves a message and allows you to pick up the call
Messages* Stickers iMessage app brings all your stickers into one place including Live Stickers, Memoji, Animoji, emoji stickers, and your third party sticker packs
* Live Stickers can be created by lifting the subject from photos or videos and stylizing them with effects like Shiny, Puffy, Comic, and Outline
* Check In automatically notifies a family member or friend when you arrive at a destination safely and can share helpful information with them in case of a delay
* Audio message transcription is available for audio messages you receive so you can read them in the moment and listen later
* Search improvements help you find messages faster by allowing you to combine search filters such as people, keywords, and content types like photos or links to find exactly what you are looking for
* Swipe to reply to a message inline by swiping to the right on any bubble
* One-time verification code cleanup automatically deletes verification codes from the Messages app after using them with AutoFill in other apps
FaceTime* Leave a video or audio message to capture exactly what you want to say when someone does not pick up your FaceTime call
* Enjoy FaceTime calls on Apple TV by using your iPhone as a camera (Apple TV 4K 2nd generation and later)
* Reactions layer 3D effects like hearts, balloons, confetti, and more around you in video calls and can be triggered with gestures
* Video effects allow you to adjust the intensity of Studio Lighting and Portrait mode
StandBy* Full-screen experience with glanceable information like clocks, photos, and widgets designed to view from a distance when iPhone is on its side and charging in places such as your nightstand, kitchen counter, or desk
* Clocks are available in a variety of styles including Digital, Analog, Solar, Float, and World Clock, with elements you can personalize like the accent color
* Photos automatically shuffle through your best shots or showcase a specific album you choose
* Widgets give you access to information at a distance and appear in Smart Stacks that deliver the right information at the right time
* Night Mode lets clocks, photos, and widgets take on a red tone in low light
* Preferred view per MagSafe charger remembers your preference for each place you charge with MagSafe, whether thatโs a clock, photos, or widgets
Widgets* Interactive widgets let you take actions, like mark a reminder as complete, directly from the widget by tapping it on the Home Screen, Lock Screen, or in StandBy
* iPhone widgets on Mac enable you to add widgets from your iPhone to your Mac desktop
AirDrop* NameDrop lets you exchange contact information with someone new by bringing your iPhones close together
* New way to initiate AirDrop allows you to share content or start a SharePlay session over AirDrop by bringing your iPhones close together
Keyboard* Improved autocorrect accuracy makes typing even easier by leveraging a powerful transformer-based language model (iPhone 12 and later)
* Easier autocorrect editing temporarily underlines corrected words and lets you revert back to what you originally typed with just a tap
* Enhanced sentence corrections can correct more types of grammatical mistakes when you finish sentences (iPhone 12 and later)
* Inline predictive text shows single and multi-word predictions as you type that can be added by tapping space bar (iPhone 12 and later)
Safari and Passwords* Profiles keep your browsing separate for topics like work and personal, separating your history, cookies, extensions, Tab Groups, and favorites
* Private Browsing enhancements include locking your private browsing windows when youโre not using them, blocking known trackers from loading, and removing identifying tracking from URLs
* Password and passkey sharing lets you create a group of passwords to share with trusted contacts that stays up to date as members of the group make changes
* One-time verification code AutoFill from Mail autofill in Safari so you can log in without leaving the browser
Music* SharePlay makes it easy for everyone to control and play Apple Music in the car
* Crossfade smoothly transitions between songs by fading out the currently playing song while fading in the next so the music never stops
AirPlay* Intelligent AirPlay device list makes finding the right AirPlay-compatible TV or speaker even easier by showing your devices in order of relevance, based on your preferences
* Suggested AirPlay device connections are proactively shown to you as a notification to make it even more seamless to connect to your preferred AirPlay devices
* Automatic AirPlay device connections are made between your iPhone and the most relevant AirPlay-compatible device so all you have to do is tap โPlayโ to begin enjoying your content
AirPods* Adaptive Audio delivers a new listening mode that dynamically blends Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency to tailor the noise control experience based on the conditions of your environment (AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with firmware version 6A300 or later)
* Personalized Volume adjusts the volume of your media in response to your environment and listening preferences over time (AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with firmware version 6A300 or later)
* Conversation Awareness lowers your media volume and enhances the voices of the people in front of the user, all while reducing background noise (AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with firmware version 6A300 or later)
* Press to mute and unmute your microphone by pressing the AirPods stem or the Digital Crown on AirPods Max when on a call (AirPods (3rd generation), AirPods Pro (1st and 2nd generation), or AirPods Max with firmware version 6A300 or later)
Maps* Offline Maps allow you to select an area you want to access, search, and explore rich information for places to download for use when your iPhone doesnโt have a Wi-Fi or cellular signal
* EV routing improvements give you routes based on real-time EV charger availability for supported chargers
Siri* Option to say โSiriโ in addition to โHey Siriโ for an even more natural way to make requests
* Back-to-back requests can be issued without needing to reactivate Siri in between commands (iPhone 11 and later)
Visual Look Up* Expanded domains in Visual Look Up help you discover similar recipes from photos of food, Maps information from photos of storefronts, and the meaning of signs and symbols on things like laundry tags
* Multiple or single subjects can be lifted from the background of photos and videos and placed into apps like Messages
* Visual Look Up in Video helps you learn about objects that appear in paused video frames
* Visual Look Up for subjects in photos enables you to look up information about objects you lift from photos directly from the callout bar
Health* State of Mind reflection allows you to log your momentary emotion and daily mood, choose what factors are having the biggest impact on you, and describe your feelings
* Interactive charts give you insights into your state of mind, how it has changed over time, and what factors may have influence such as exercise, sleep, and mindful minutes
* Mental health assessments help you understand your current risk for depression and anxiety and if you might benefit from getting support
* Screen Distance leverages the TrueDepth camera that powers Face ID to encourage you to increase the distance you view your device to reduce digital eye strain and can help reduce the risk of myopia in children
Privacy* Sensitive Content Warnings can be enabled to prevent users from unexpectedly being shown images containing nudity in Messages, AirDrop, Contact Posters in the Phone app, and FaceTime messages
* Expanded Communication Safety protections for children now detect videos containing nudity in addition to photos that children may receive or attempt to send in Messages, AirDrop, Contact Posters in the Phone app, FaceTime messages, and the system Photo picker
* Improved sharing permissions give you even more control over what you share with apps, with an embedded photo picker and an add-only Calendar permission
* Link tracking protection removes extra information from links shared in Messages, Mail, and Safari Private Browsing that some websites use in their URLs to track you across other websites, and links still work as expected
Accessibility* Assistive Access distills apps and experiences to their essential features in Phone and FaceTime, Messages, Camera, Photos, and Music, including large text, visual alternatives, and focused choices to lighten cognitive load
* Live Speech lets you type what you want to say and have it be spoken out loud in phone calls, FaceTime calls, and for in-person conversations
* Personal Voice enables users who are at risk of losing their voice to privately and securely create a voice that sounds like them on iPhone, and use it with Live Speech in phone and FaceTime calls
* Point and Speak in Magnifier Detection Mode uses iPhone to read text out loud on physical objects with small text labels, such as keypads on doors and buttons on appliances
This release also includes other features and improvements:* Roadside Assistance via satellite lets you contact AAA to help you with vehicle issues when out of Wi-Fi or cellular range (iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max)
* Pets in the People album in Photos surfaces individual pets in the album just like friends or family members
* Photos Album widget lets you select a specific album from the Photos app to appear in the widget
* Item sharing in Find My allows you to share an AirTag or Find My network accessory with up to five other people
* Activity History in Home displays a recent history of events for door locks, garage doors, security systems, and contact sensors
* Grid Forecast in Home shows when your electrical grid has cleaner energy sources available (Contiguous US only)
* Grocery Lists in Reminders automatically group related items into sections as you add them
* Inline PDFs and document scans in Notes are presented full-width, making them easy to view and mark them up
* New Memoji stickers in Keyboard include Halo, Smirk, and Peekaboo
* App Shortcuts in Spotlight Top Hit offer you app shortcuts to your next action when you search for an app
* Redesigned Sharing tab in Fitness provides highlights of your friendsโ activity like workout streaks and awards
* Email or phone number sign-in lets you sign into your iPhone with any email address or phone number listed in your Apple ID account
* New drawing tools in Freeform include a fountain pen, watercolor brush, ruler and more to create expressive boards
* Crash Detection optimizations (iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max)
Some features may not be available for all regions or on all Apple devices. For more information, please visit this website:
www.apple.com/ios/ios-17Some features may not be available for all regions or on all iPhone models. For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website:
support.apple.com/kb/HT201222iPadOS 17Lock Screen* Redesigned Lock Screen gives you all new ways to personalize your Lock Screen by showcasing favorite photos, customizing font styles, displaying widgets, and more
* A multilayered depth effect places the subject of the photo in front of the time
* Multiple Lock Screens can be created and you can easily switch between them
* Lock Screen gallery offers personalized suggestions as well as Apple curated collections, with new wallpapers like Kaleidoscope, Hello, and Lake
* Motion effect for Live Photo wallpaper makes your Lock Screen feel more dynamic with Live Photos which settle into your Home Screen when unlocked
* Live Activities make it easier to stay on top of things that are happening in real time, right from the Lock Screen
* Notifications appear at the bottom of your Lock Screen and can be displayed in an expanded list view, stacked view, or count view
Widgets* Widgets on the Lock Screen let you glance at information like the weather, time, battery levels, calendar events, alarms and third party widgets
* Interactive widgets let you take actions, like mark a reminder as complete, directly from the widget by tapping it on the Home Screen or Lock Screen
* Undo on Home Screen lets you undo where you placed a widget by shaking iPad or using a three-finger tap
Messages* Stickers iMessage app brings all your stickers into one place including Live Stickers, Memoji, Animoji, emoji stickers, and your third party sticker packs
* Live Stickers can be created by lifting the subject from photos or videos and stylizing them with effects like Shiny, Puffy, Comic, and Outline
* Audio message transcription is available for audio messages you receive so you can read them in the moment and listen later
* Search improvements help you find messages faster by allowing you to combine search filters such as people, keywords, and content types like photos or links to find exactly what you are looking for
* Swipe to reply to a message inline by swiping to the right on any bubble
* One-time verification code cleanup automatically deletes verification codes from the Messages app after using them with AutoFill in other apps
FaceTime* Leave a video or audio message to capture exactly what you want to say when someone does not pick up your FaceTime call
* Enjoy FaceTime calls on Apple TV by using your iPad as a camera (Apple TV 4K 2nd generation and later)
* Reactions layer 3D effects like hearts, balloons, confetti, and more around you in video calls and can be triggered with gestures
* Video effects allow you to adjust the intensity of Studio Lighting and Portrait mode
Health* Health app on iPad is designed for the larger display, including the sidebar for quick navigation, rich details in Favorites, and interactive charts
* Health and fitness data seamlessly syncs across your devices from your iPad, iPhone, and Apple Watch, as well as compatible third-party apps and devices
* Health Sharing lets you choose health data to share with those closest to you and receive important notifications about your loved onesโ health and view things like their activity, mobility data, heart rate data, and trends
* State of Mind reflection allows you to log your momentary emotion and daily mood, choose what factors are having the biggest impact on you, and describe your feelings
* Interactive charts give you insights into your state of mind, how it has changed over time, and what factors may have influence such as exercise, sleep, and mindful minutes
* Mental health assessments help you understand your current risk for depression and anxiety and if you might benefit from getting support
* Screen Distance leverages the TrueDepth camera that powers Face ID to encourage you to increase the distance you view your device to reduce digital eye strain and can help reduce the risk of myopia in children
Notes* Inline PDFs and document scans are presented full-width in your note, making it easy to view and mark-up a document youโre reviewing
* Linked notes allow you to create hyperlinks to other notes to connect ideas, content, or any information
* Block quote formatting makes it easy to visually offset a section of writing with a quote bar
* Monostyled text formatting features monospace text inset with a distinct background
* Open in Pages lets you create a Pages document from your note from the share menu
Safari and Passwords* Profiles keep your browsing separate for topics like work and personal, separating your history, cookies, extensions, Tab Groups, and favorites
* Private Browsing enhancements include locking your private browsing windows when youโre not using them, blocking known trackers from loading, and removing identifying tracking from URLs
* Password and passkey sharing lets you create a group of passwords to share with trusted contacts that stays up to date as members of the group make changes
* One-time verification code AutoFill from Mail autofill in Safari so you can log in without leaving the browser
Keyboard* Improved autocorrect accuracy makes typing even easier by leveraging a powerful transformer-based language model (iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation and later), iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation and later), iPad (10th generation), iPad Air (4th generation and later), and iPad mini (6th generation))
* Easier autocorrect editing temporarily underlines corrected words and lets you revert back to what you originally typed with just a tap
* Enhanced sentence corrections can correct more types of grammatical mistakes when you finish sentences (iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation and later), iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation and later), iPad (10th generation), iPad Air (4th generation and later), and iPad mini (6th generation))
* Inline predictive text shows single and multi-word predictions as you type that can be added by tapping space bar (iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation and later), iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation and later), iPad (10th generation), iPad Air (4th generation and later), and iPad mini (6th generation))
Freeform* Improved drawing with new tools, like fountain pen, ruler and watercolor as well as shape recognition
* Follow Along allows you to guide collaborators around your board so that they can see what you see as you move around the canvas
* Better diagraming helps you quickly build diagrams and flowcharts by dragging connector handles to connect objects
* Share to Freeform lets you add content from other apps to your Freeform boards using the share sheet
* PDF markup allows you to annotate directly on PDFs in your board
* 3D interaction lets you preview 3D objects on your canvas with Quick Look
Stage Manager* More flexible window positioning lets you create your ideal window layout with larger draggable areas for precise selection and positioning of apps
* External display cameras can be used for FaceTime and video calls
Visual Look Up* Expanded domains in Visual Look Up help you discover similar recipes from photos of food, Maps information from photos of storefronts, and the meaning of signs and symbols on things like laundry tags
* Multiple or single subjects can be lifted from the background of photos and videos and placed into apps like Messages
* Visual Look Up in Video helps you learn about objects that appear in paused video frames
* Visual Look Up for subjects in photos enables you to look up information about objects you lift from photos directly from the callout bar
Siri* Option to say โSiriโ in addition to โHey Siriโ for an even more natural way to make requests
* Back-to-back requests can be issued without needing to reactivate Siri in between commands (iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation and later), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation and later), iPad Air (3rd generation and later), iPad mini (5th generation and later), and iPad (8th generation and later))
AirPlay* Intelligent AirPlay device list makes finding the right AirPlay-compatible TV or speaker even easier by showing your devices in order of relevance, based on your preferences
* Suggested AirPlay device connections are proactively shown to you as a notification to make it even more seamless to connect to your preferred AirPlay devices
* Automatic AirPlay device connections are made between your iPad and the most relevant AirPlay-compatible device so all you have to do is tap โPlayโ to begin enjoying your content
AirPods* Adaptive Audio delivers a new listening mode that dynamically blends Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency to tailor the noise control experience based on the conditions of your environment (AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with firmware version 6A300 or later)
* Personalized Volume adjusts the volume of your media in response to your environment and listening preferences over time (AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with firmware version 6A300 or later)
* Conversation Awareness lowers your media volume and enhances the voices of the people in front of the user, all while reducing background noise (AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with firmware version 6A300 or later)
* Press to mute and unmute your microphone by pressing the AirPods stem or the Digital Crown on AirPods Max when on a call (AirPods (3rd generation), AirPods Pro (1st and 2nd generation), or AirPods Max with firmware version 6A300 or later)
Privacy* Sensitive Content Warnings can be enabled to prevent users from unexpectedly being shown images containing nudity in Messages, AirDrop, Contact Posters in the Phone app, and FaceTime messages
* Expanded Communication Safety protections for children now detect videos containing nudity in addition to photos that children may receive or attempt to send in Messages, AirDrop, Contact Posters in the Phone app, FaceTime messages, and the system Photo picker
* Improved sharing permissions give you even more control over what you share with apps, with an embedded photo picker and an add-only Calendar permission
* Link tracking protection removes extra information from links shared in Messages, Mail, and Safari Private Browsing that some websites use in their URLs to track you across other websites, and links still work as expected
Accessibility* Assistive Access distills apps and experiences to their essential features in Phone and FaceTime, Messages, Camera, Photos, and Music, including large text, visual alternatives, and focused choices for users with cognitive disabilities
* Live Speech lets you type what you want to say and have it be spoken out loud in phone calls, FaceTime calls, or for in-person conversations
* Personal Voice enables users who are at risk of losing their speech function to privately and securely create a voice that sounds like them on iPad, and use it with Live Speech in phone and FaceTime calls
* Point and Speak in Magnifier Detection Mode uses iPad to read text out loud on physical objects with small text labels, such as keypads on doors and buttons on appliances
This release also includes other features and improvements:* Pets in the People album in Photos surfaces individual pets in the album just like friends or family members
* Photos Album widget lets you select a specific album from the Photos app to appear in the widget
* Item sharing in Find My allows you to share an AirTag or Find My network accessory with up to five other people
* Activity History in Home displays a recent history of events for door locks, garage doors, security systems, and contact sensors
* Grid Forecast in Home shows when your electrical grid has cleaner energy sources available (Contiguous US only)
* Grocery Lists in Reminders automatically group related items into sections as you add them
* New Memoji stickers in Keyboard include Halo, Smirk, and Peekaboo
* App Shortcuts in Spotlight Top Hit offer you app shortcuts to your next action when you search for an app
* Email or phone number sign-in lets you sign into your iPad with any email address or phone number listed in your Apple ID account
This release includes even more features and improvements. For more information, please visit this website:
www.apple.com/ipados/ipados-17Some features may not be available for all regions or on all Apple devices. For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website:
support.apple.com/kb/HT201222tvOS 17 tvOS 17 available now, bringing FaceTime to Apple TV 4K
* Through the powerful integration of hardware and software, Apple TV 4K becomes an even more versatile living room device with the launch of FaceTime on tvOS 17 today, bringing new ways to connect with family and friends.1 Users can make calls directly from Apple TV 4K, or start calls on iPhone or iPad, and hand them off to Apple TV 4K. FaceTime on Apple TV 4K takes advantage of Continuity Camera support to wirelessly connect to iPhone or iPad, and leverages the devicesโ cameras and microphones to bring participants together on the TV.
* Later this year, new tvOS apps from Webex by Cisco and Zoom will take advantage of Continuity Camera and expand their communications capabilities to Apple TV 4K. Developers can make the most of Continuity Camera APIs on Apple TV 4K to integrate iPhone or iPad into their tvOS apps, and create new shared and immersive entertainment experiences for the living room.
* Also new with tvOS 17 on Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD is expanded functionality with Siri. Users can ask more general questions and receive helpful responses, making Siri even more approachable and useful.
Additional features available with tvOS 17:* A redesigned Control Center on Apple TV makes it easier than ever for users to access key settings and information throughout the entire Apple TV experience. From the Home Screen, Control Center now displays system status, including the time and active profile, and expands with other helpful details based on a userโs activity.
* The new Siri Remote locator on iPhone strengthens its seamless integration with Apple TV. Users can launch the Apple TV Remote inside Control Center on iPhone to find their Siri Remote (2nd generation) or later. As users get closer to the remote, an onscreen circle grows in size to guide their movement.
Interactivity with Apple Music Sing and Continuity Camera allows users to see themselves onscreen and add entertaining filters as they sing along to their favorite tracks.2
* Memories as screen savers let users enjoy curated photos from their personal library, Shared Library, or both on the big screen.
* Enhance Dialogue separates the dialogue from the background noise and brings it forward to the center channel so users can more clearly hear what is being said over the effects, action, and music in a movie or TV show on Apple TV 4K when paired with HomePod (2nd generation).tvOS 17 is available as a free software update for Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD. Features are subject to change. Some features may not be available in all regions or all languages, or on all devices. For more information, visit apple.com/apple-tv-4k.
watchOS 10watchOS 10 is the biggest update since the introduction of Apple Watch, and brings a fresh look for virtually every app, new ways to navigate and a new Smart Stack to display the information you need, as soon as you need it, from any watch face. It introduces enhanced capabilities for cycling workouts and hiking, a new mental health experience in the Mindfulness app to reflect on your state of mind, and the ability to track the time you spend in daylight.
Experience* Use redesigned apps that utilise the rounded corners and full surface area of the display
* View timely information that is adaptive to context, like time of day and location, with the Smart Stack by turning the Digital Crown from any watch face
* Access the Control Centre by clicking the side button
* Push Digital Crown once to access all apps and twice to access recently used apps
Watch Faces* Snoopy features over 100 different animations with Snoopy and Woodstock that respond to the time of day, local weather and activities such as a workout
* Palette depicts time as colour using three distinct overlapping layers that shift as time goes by
* Solar Analogue features classic hour marks on a luminous dial, with light and shadow that shift throughout the day in response to the position of the sun
* Modular Ultra utilises the edges of the display for real-time data through three user-selectable options and seven different complications (Available on Apple Watch Ultra)
Messages* View Memoji or photos of contacts
* Pin favourites
* Edit, Undo Send and Sort by Unread
Workout* Cycling Workouts now support Bluetooth-enabled sensors like power meters, speed sensors and cadence sensors with new power and cadence metrics
* Cycling Power view displays your power output during your workout, measured in watts
* Power Zone view uses Functional Threshold Power, which measures the highest power you can maintain for a 60-minute session, to create personalised zones and show time spent in each zone
* Cycling Speed view shows current and max speed, distance, heart rate and/or power
* Cycle metrics, workout views and cycling experiences from your Apple Watch can now appear as a Live Activity on iPhone, which can be mounted to the handlebar of your bike
Activity* Icons in the corners provide quick access to Weekly Summary, Sharing and awards
* Move, Exercise and Stand Rings are visible on individual screens by scrolling the Digital Crown, along with the ability to adjust goals, view steps, distance, flights climbed and activity history
* Weekly Summary now includes Exercise and Stand totals, in addition to the Move total
* Activity Sharing shows photos or avatars of your friends
* Trainer Tips from the expert trainers at Fitness+ provide guidance on areas like workout techniques, mindfulness, healthy habits and staying motivated in the Fitness app on iPhone
Fitness+* Create a workout and meditation schedule with Custom Plans
* Choose your selected activity days, workout durations and types, trainers, music and plan length, and Fitness+ will automatically create the plan
* Build a queue of workouts and meditations that you want to complete in a row with Stacks
Compass* Last Mobile Connection Waypoint automatically estimates the last location on your route where your device was able to connect to your network provider's network
* Last Emergency Call Waypoint automatically estimates the last location available for you to connect to any network to contact emergency services
* POI Waypoints display points of interests you have saved in Guides within Maps
* Waypoint Elevation is a new view that uses data from the altimeter to create a 3D representation of the elevation of your saved waypoints
* Elevation Alerts notify you when you have passed a particular elevation threshold
Maps* Walking radius shows roughly how long it might take to walk to nearby restaurants, shops or other points of interest with rich information for places like hours, ratings and more
* Offline Maps downloaded on your iPhone can be viewed on your paired Apple Watch when your iPhone is on and within range
* Routes for driving, cycling, walking or taking public transport are supported in offline maps, including estimated arrival time based on predicted traffic
* Topographic maps display features in national and regional parks in the US like trails, contour lines, elevation and points of interest
* Hiking trail information in the US with details like trail length and elevation
Weather* See weather information quickly with background and contextual visual effects
* Access important information like Ultraviolet Index, Air Quality Index and Wind Speed in one view
* View data like Condition, Temperature, Precipitation, Wind Speed, UVI, Visibility, Humidity and AQI by swiping right
* Scroll to see Hourly and Daily views
* View Humidity complication on your watch face
Mindfulness* State of Mind reflection allows you to log your current emotion or daily mood
* Contributing factors such as work, family and current events can be included, and you can describe how youโre feeling, such as joyful, content or worried
* Reminders to log your State of Mind are available through notifications, watch complications and prompts following a breathe session, reflect session or audio meditation from Fitness+
Medications* Follow-up reminders notify you to log a medication if you havenโt logged one 30 minutes after the scheduled time
* Option to set follow-up reminders as critical alerts so they can be seen even if your device is muted or you have a Focus enabled
Other features and improvements:* Time in Daylight now measured using the ambient light sensor (Available on Apple Watch SE, Apple Watch Series 6 and later, and Apple Watch Ultra)
* Grid Forecast in Home app and watch face complication use live data from your local electricity grid to show when itโs running on cleaner sources so you can plan when to charge devices or run appliances (Contiguous US only)
* Communication Safety now detects if kids are sending or receiving sensitive videos
* Sensitive Content Warning for adults brings Communication Safety technology to all users by blurring photos and videos containing nudity, and allowing you to choose if you want to see them
* Notifications to emergency contacts after an Emergency SOS call will be delivered as critical alerts
* Group FaceTime audio calls are now supported
Some features may not be available in all countries or all areas. For more information, visit:
www.apple.com/uk/watchos/feature-availability/For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website:
support.apple.com/kb/HT201222HomePodOS 17* Software version 17 includes support for your HomePod.
* This update also includes bug fixes and stability improvements.
* Siri support for AirPlay allows you to start an AirPlay session from your iPhone or iPad directly on your HomePod using just your voice, so you can play an even wider range of third-party music services on HomePod.
* New call controls enable you to mute or unmute a call on HomePod.
* Enhance Dialogue on HomePod (2nd generation) gives you the option to hear spoken voices more clearly over background sounds when paired with Apple TV 4K.
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