While iOS 17 is still months away, here’s everything we know about the next iPhone operating system coming in 2023.
The The next big iPhone update will be iOS 17 and, while there are still many months and several updates to iOS 16, we thought it would be interesting to summarize everything we know about Apple’s next mobile operating system.
Although there are not many leaks yet, we know a lot about iOS 17. We can almost guarantee both its presentation date and its release date, and we can get an idea of the iPhone that will be able to install the operating system. Plus, there’s a good handful of features that could be coming.
When will iOS 17 be released
All new Apple operating systems are presented on the same day at the same conference: the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple Worldwide Developers Conference or simply WWDC. This conference always takes place during the first weeks of June each year, and normally Apple presents its systems on Mondays.
So, iOS 17 will be presented at WWDC 2023. Looking at Apple’s calendar and history, WWDC 23 will most likely be held in the week of June 5-11, so we should see iOS 17 for the first time on June 5, 2023.
When is iOS 17 coming out
As you can see, Apple’s release schedule tends to be more or less consistent each year. And if we already know that iOS 17 will be released in early June 2023, we also know that will be officially launched in mid-September 2023. For example, iOS 16 was released on September 12, 2022.
Looking at this year’s schedule, iOS 17 could be released between September 11 and 18. Everything will depend on when the iPhone 15 will be presented, which will release the new operating system.
iPhone models compatible with iOS 17
It is not easy to know which iPhone models will not be compatible with iOS 17. With iOS 16, Apple left behind two generations, the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus and the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus, as well as the ‘iPhone SE, could not be updated. It’s not normal for Apple to leave behind two generations at onceit is therefore possible that this year the list will continue.
Therefore, it is likely that all iPhones with iOS 16 can update to iOS 17. Although this is of course only speculation until Apple presents its new system. Of course, in case of leaving an iPhone outside, the iPhone 8, 8 Plus and iPhone X They are the ones with the most ballots not to update to iOS 17. It should also be taken into account that all iPhone 15s will also be compatible.
- iPhone 13 Pro Max.
- iPhone 13 Pro.
- iPhone 13.
- iPhone 13 mini.
- iPhone SE 2022.
- iPhone 12 Pro Max.
- iPhone 12 Pro.
- iPhone 12.
- iPhone 12 mini.
- iPhone SE 2020
- iPhone 11.
- iPhone 11 Pro.
- iPhone 11 Pro Max.
- iPhone XS.
- iPhone XS Max.
- iPhone XR.
- iPhoneX.
- iPhone 8.
- iPhone 8 Plus.
Possible iOS 17 news
As for the possible novelties of the system, it is necessary to count on the leaks. and for now there are not too many reports of possible iOS 17 newsalthough there are old rumors that may come back with force.
App Store Alternatives
Since then, iOS 17 will be a fully compatible system with alternatives to the App StoreEurope will force Apple to do it. It’s even possible that iOS 16 will have to somehow support third-party app stores as well.
Apple must build iOS 17 knowing there will be alternative app stores, and it will surely bring many changes to the system. Both internally and in terms of information and alerts to users.
Interactive widgets and more sizes
It’s a rumor that was already strong before the rise of iOS 16 but which finally it was not filledHowever, it makes perfect sense for Apple to improve the current system widgets after three updates. Widgets arrived with iOS 14, and while more features have been added, their design hasn’t changed.
Many are waiting for these widgets be more interactive, for example with the playback commands. In addition, Apple could launch widgets of more sizesespecially small for apps that offer little information, such as the Activity widget.
What’s new in iMessage
One of the few rumors we’ve heard about iOS 17 centers around the Messages app. As noted, Apple is planning a complete overhaul of iMessage. Apple’s Mail app is said to have a new home screen, a more visual section of stickers, video clips and augmented reality features. One of the most important renovations in its history.
Change in icons
This rumor is also inherited from the unmet rumors of iOS 16. the icons have barely changed since iOS 7, so that Apple could give them a new twist 10 years later. Many believe that the new design of iOS icons should be that of macOS, we will see if this is something that changes in iOS 17.
Split screen on Max and Plus models
This is a feature many of us have been waiting for for a long time. Just as we can use two apps at the same time on the iPad, larger iPhones might also be great to include this feature, which would also differentiate them a little from their little brothers. Although it is true that it is more of a wish than something that can be real.
More Default Apps
In iOS we can use non-default Apple apps, such as Internet browsers or email management applications. This might have to be opened up to new apps with new European regulations, so it’s likely that Apple will also allow the use of default third-party apps that replace Notes, Photos or Contacts.
Satellite connection in more countries
This is a function exclusive to iPhone 14 and only available in the US and Canada. And it is likely that, as has happened with other functions, it will gradually expand to new countries. Hopefully with iOS 17 and iPhone 15, this feature will reach more parts of the world.
we hope iOS 17 is coming with all these new features and more. We have to wait a few months to find out, but I’m sure little by little more information about the future iPhone operating system will arrive.
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