On September 18th, Apple commenced the global release of iOS 17 for its iPhone lineup. This eagerly awaited software update for mobile devices was initially introduced at the WWDC 2023 event in June and subsequently made available in beta form for extensive testing in the weeks leading up to its official launch. Now, after several months of meticulous testing, Apple is prepared to introduce its new operating system to users worldwide, aligning with the PDT time zone of California where the company is based. iOS 17 brings with it a range of exciting enhancements, including Standby Mode and Name Drop, both exclusively designed for iPhone XS and newer models.
Let's delve deeper into the details of iOS 17, including the list of compatible devices and its standout features, as well as what we've learned about this latest mobile update for Apple's iPhone series.
While Apple has not specified an exact time for the rollout of the iOS 17 software update, users in India can anticipate its availability at around 10 PM on the same day or in the early hours of the following morning. This aligns with the timing of the rollout, which is synchronized with the PDT time zone of California, USA.
iOS 17 is compatible with iPhones equipped with the A12 Bionic chip or a more recent iteration. Consequently, devices such as the iPhone X, iPhone 8, and iPhone 8 Plus, all of which debuted in 2017, will not receive the update this year. As a result, iOS 17 will be accessible for iPhone SE (2nd generation and later), iPhone XR, and subsequent models.
Typically, Apple notifies users when a new iOS update becomes available for their iPhones. However, you can also manually check for updates by navigating to Settings > General > Software Update.
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