iOS 17 is the latest version of Apple's mobile operating system, and it comes with a number of new features and improvements. Some of these features are obvious, like the new lock screen and the redesigned Messages app. But there are also a number of hidden features that you might not know about.
In this blog post, we will explore iOS 17 features. These features will make your iPhone more powerful, more efficient, and more fun to use. So whether you're a casual user or a power user, you're sure to find something in this post that you didn't know about.
1. Contact Poster
Contact Poster is a new feature in iOS 17 that allows you to customize how your contact card appears when someone calls you. You can choose to use a photo, Memoji, or monogram as your Contact Poster and add text and other details.
To enable Contact Posters, open the Contacts app and tap on your name. Then, tap Contact Photo & Poster and select the option you want to use.
Here are the steps on how to enable Contact Posters on iPhone:
- Open the Contacts app.
- Tap on your name.
- Tap Contact Photo & Poster.
- Select the option you want to use:
- Photo: Choose a photo from your Camera Roll or Photo Library.
- Memoji: Create a custom Memoji or choose one from the gallery.
- Monogram: Create a monogram using your initials.
- Tap Done.
2. NameDrop
Namedrop is a new feature in iOS 17 that allows you to quickly and easily share your contact information with another iPhone user by simply bringing your devices close together. This can be useful for networking at a conference, collaborating on a project with colleagues, or simply meeting someone new and wanting to exchange contact information.
To enable Namedrop, you need to have iOS 17 installed on your iPhone and have Bluetooth and Wi-Fi turned on. Then, follow these steps:
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap on General.
- Tap on AirDrop.
- Ensure that AirDrop is turned on and that Contacts Only or Everyone is selected.
Once you have enabled Namedrop, you can share your contact information with another iPhone user by following these steps:
- Bring your devices close together.
- The other person's iPhone will display a notification asking if they want to accept your contact information.
- If they tap Accept, your contact information will be shared with them.
3. StandBy Mode
StandBy Mode is a new feature in iOS 17 that allows your iPhone to stay on and be used as a digital nightstand display when it is placed on a charging stand in landscape mode. StandBy Mode displays interactive widgets, photos, and the time, and you can also listen to music or podcasts.
To enable StandBy Mode, you need to have iOS 17 installed on your iPhone and have a compatible charging stand. Then, follow these steps:
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap on Battery.
- Tap on StandBy.
- Turn on the StandBy switch.
Once you have enabled StandBy Mode, your iPhone will automatically enter StandBy Mode when it is placed on a compatible charging stand in landscape mode. You can also manually enter StandBy Mode by double-pressing the side button.
4. Live Stickers
Live Stickers are a new feature in iOS 17 that allows you to send animated stickers in Messages. Live Stickers are created from Live Photos, which are photos that capture a few seconds of movement before and after a still image. When you send a Live Sticker, it will animate on the recipient's screen.
To enable Live Stickers, you need to have iOS 17 installed on your iPhone and have a Live Photo. Then, follow these steps:
- Open the Messages app.
- Start a new conversation or open an existing one.
- Tap the Stickers button.
5. Personal Voice
Personal Voice is a new feature in iOS 17 that allows you to create a digital replica of your voice that can be used to speak text or phrases. This can be useful for people who are unable to speak, or for people who want to create a more personalized experience with their iPhone.
To enable Personal Voice, you need to have iOS 17 installed on your iPhone and have a microphone. Then, follow these steps:
- Open the Settings app.
- Tap on Accessibility.
- Tap on Voice.
- Tap on Personal Voice.
- Follow the instructions to create your Personal Voice.
Once you have enabled Personal Voice, you can use it to speak text or phrases by opening the Settings app, tapping on Accessibility, tapping on Voice, and then tapping on the Personal Voice button.
These are just a few of the best-hidden features of iOS 17. There are many more that we haven't had time to cover in this post. But hopefully, this has given you a good starting point for exploring all that iOS 17 has to offer.
