New iOS 17 features you should try ASAP

It's upgrade day, and iPhone owners are in for some real treats.

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Lewis Wallace
September 18, 2023

Today’s upgrades to iOS, watchOS, iPadOS and tvOS bring a slew of new features to Apple devices. After your download(s) complete, check our articles to see what new features you should try out first.

Our lead story runs down the 50 most exciting new features in iOS 17, all conveniently categorized.

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— Lewis Wallace, managing editor

The 50 best iOS 17 features you should try after you update

There are the biggest features, Contact Posters and Standby, that you should definitely check out first. But there are dozens more features for you to learn, explore and take advantage of — organized all in one place here.

iOS 17 arrives with Contact Poster, big AirDrop improvements and more

iOS 17 is finally out for all compatible iPhones, packing new features like StandBy, Contact Poster, enhanced autocorrect and more.

watchOS 10 lands on your Apple Watch today with these new features

watchOS 10 is here to transform your Apple Watch experience, with redesigned system apps, two new watch faces, widgets with Smart Stack support and an even better Workout app.

Don't miss the best new features in iPadOS 17

Apple just released iPadOS 17 to the public, and there's a lot to like. Here are the best new features for iPad users.

tvOS 17 brings FaceTime to Apple TV 4K

With the help of Continuity Camera, the new software update lets you hand off FaceTime calls from iPhone or iPad to Apple TV 4K.

A message from the Cult of Mac Deals team

This 6-in-1 charging cable costs just $21.99

Staying charged means staying productive. To keep all your precious Apple devices humming, consider picking up a versatile charging cable that can juice up just about anything you throw at it.

Incredible deals slashes 20% off AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C case before launch

The new AirPods Pro 2 version that comes with a USB-C case was only unveiled last week but you can already save $50 off the retail price.

Apple sees strong demand for iPhone 15 Pro Max

Making the 5x telephoto camera exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro Max spurs high-end sales, as more consumers opt for that model this year.

Fantastic ‘Foundation’ season 2 finale promises hope for the future [Apple TV+ recap] ★★★★★

Apple TV+ sci-fi series "Foundation" ends its second season, going out on a remarkable high note fueled by momentum and emotion.

Replacing iPhone 15 Pro’s broken glass back won’t burn a hole in your wallet

A new internal design makes this common repair considerably cheaper than in previous years.

iPhone 15 USB-C port doesn't hide any nasty secrets

Apple didn't tinker with the USB-C port in the iPhone 15 series to disadvantage standard cables. You can use any one you want.

A message from the Cult of Mac Deals team

Grab a MacBook Air with Intel inside for just $369.99

Get a refurbished 2017 MacBook Air with Intel Core i5 at a very affordable price. It's portable, perfect for certain situations, and priced to move.

Protect iPhone 15's screen with tough new UltraGlass 2

iPhone 15 handsets have tough screens, but you can make them tougher with Belkin's new ScreenForce UltraGlass 2 Treated Screen Protectors.

‘Foundation’ season 2 is a huge hit for Apple TV+

The sci-fi epic "Foundation" draws enough viewers to put the Apple TV+ series near the top of the popularity charts for three weeks in a row.

Bring new life to an old Intel-based iMac or Mac mini [Setups]

Assigning a new SSD to be your aging Mac's startup disk can bring new life to the machine. Here’s how to do it.

Slow down and relax with ‘Japanese Rural Life Adventure’

The new Apple Arcade game is about living your best, most relaxed (digital) life, with plenty of the traditional culture of Japan mixed in.

Whose 'Wonderlust' predictions came true? [The CultCast]

This week on Cult of Mac's podcast: We dissect Apple's "Wonderlust" event, and rate our predictions for new iPhones, Apple Watches and more.

Today in Apple history: iOS 7's major redesign divides fans

On September 18, 2013, iOS 7 launched with a controversial new look that divided the tech world. Skeuomorphism was dead at Apple!

Tweetz o’ the day

sam henri gold (@[email protected])

Attached: 1 image tbh I think it would've been funnier if apple announced they're discontinuing leather and introducing all new materials that are even worse for the environment

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