iOS 17.4: Apple's Upcoming Software Update Brings Exciting New Features
Apple is set to release its latest software update, iOS 17.4, within about a month after the filming of this video. The exact release date is expected to be mid to early March, and everyone should be able to download the new update by then. As we wait for the official release, let's dive into some of the exciting new features that Apple has in store for us with iOS 17.4.
New Emojis: A World of Possibilities
One of the most anticipated features of iOS 17.4 is the addition of over 100 new emojis. This includes a wide range of Unicode 15.1, which will add new accessibility and type-specific emojis such as mushroom, broken chain, headshake (left and right or up and down), and our personal favorite, the Phoenix Emoji. What's even more exciting is that these new emojis come with different skin tones, allowing users to express themselves in a more diverse and inclusive way.
SharePlay: Control Your Music from Anywhere
Another exciting feature of iOS 17.4 is SharePlay, which was first introduced with CarPlay for iOS. This innovative feature allows users to control their music with another device as long as they allow it to. To enable this feature, simply scan the QR code provided in the video. However, SharePlay has now been expanded to HomePod and Apple TV with tvOS, making it even more accessible to a wider range of Apple devices.
Improved Podcast App: Live Transcripts at Your Fingertips
Apple has also made some significant changes to the podcast application with iOS 17.4. One of the most exciting new features is the live transcript option. When listening to a podcast, users can now tap on the button on the bottom left and access a live transcript of the conversation. This feature is similar to Apple Music lyrics, allowing users to read along with their favorite podcasts.
Stolen Device Protection: Enhanced Security Measures
When it comes to security, Apple never compromises. iOS 17.4 brings enhanced stolen device protection features to ensure your safety and privacy. Once updated to iOS 17.4, users will see a new submenu for stolen device protection in the settings menu. This allows them to enable or disable the feature, as well as choose from two new options: always or only when familiar locations are detected.
City Digital Widget: A New Clock Face for Your iPhone
Last but not least, Apple has introduced one of our favorite new widgets – the City Digital widget – under the clocks extension. This stylish and modern clock face is now available with iOS 17.4, and users can choose between a light or dark variant to suit their preferences. But what's even more exciting is that this widget is also available for standby mode, ensuring that your iPhone stays up-to-date and connected at all times.
Conclusion
As we await the official release of iOS 17.4, it's clear that Apple has once again set the bar high with its latest software update. From new emojis to improved security measures, there's something for everyone in this exciting lineup of features. Whether you're a casual user or an avid tech enthusiast, iOS 17.4 is sure to bring a fresh wave of excitement and innovation to your iPhone experience. Stay tuned for the official release date, and get ready to explore all that iOS 17.4 has to offer!
"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enso let's talk about iOS 17.4 apple is set to be releasing this new software update within about a month after the filming of this video we're expecting Apple to release this update towards mid to early March so about a month as of today everyone should be able to download this new update and I wanted to share with you guys my top five favorite new features coming to the iPhone with Apple's upcoming iOS 17.4 so let's go ahead and Dive Right In starting off with new emojis iOS 17.4 will include un code 15.1 and this will add over 100 new emojis from accessibility to different types of emojis like mushroom broken chain we also have the headshake left and right or up and down and one of my favorites without a doubt is the new Phoenix Emoji will also be available and as I mentioned there's going to be over a 100 new emojis including different skin tones so yeah Unicode 15.1 will be available with iOS 17.4 now shareplay will also be expanding with iOS 17 .4 this new feature was first introduced with carplay for iOS and it allows users to control the music with another device as long as you allow them to by scanning this QR code here but shareplay has now been expanded to homod and the Apple TV with tvos as you can see right here you can go ahead and enjoy this new feature now with more Apple devices now Apple also added some changes to the podcast application you now have the live transcript feature available so if you go into the podcast app here and you're listening to a podcast and you want the live transcript you see this button here on the bottom left just like apple music lyrics you can tap into that and then you get a live transcript of the podcast that you're listening to so those two new options I think you guys are going to really enjoy that are coming to the iPhone with iOS 17.4 now Apple will also be expanding on Stolen device Protection security DeLay So if we go into settings here and we jump into face ID and passcodes after you update to iOS 17.4 you'll see a new submenu here for stolen device protection now this gives you the option right here on the top to enable or disable the feature but when you go to disable the feature you get what's called security delay right there you see but now you have the option to choose rather this delay applies at home and work familiar location or not so you can choose always or obviously always from familiar location so two new options available there for security delay and Apple has also added one of my favorite new widgets which which is the city Digital widget it is now available with iOS 17.4 under the clocks extension right there it is and you can choose whether you want the light or dark variant of this one which is the one that I'm rocking right here there it is and this one is also available for standby so let's go into standby here let me show you what it looks like on standby so let's goad and plug this iPhone to a power source and we should have standby kick in here in just a few seconds and there it is the new feature is now available right there the new digital clock or city digital clock is also available for standby and those are going to be my top five favorite new features coming to the iPhone with iOS 17.4 let me know what you think in those comments down below I hope you guys enjoy the video thank you for watching and I'll see you guys on the next one peaceso let's talk about iOS 17.4 apple is set to be releasing this new software update within about a month after the filming of this video we're expecting Apple to release this update towards mid to early March so about a month as of today everyone should be able to download this new update and I wanted to share with you guys my top five favorite new features coming to the iPhone with Apple's upcoming iOS 17.4 so let's go ahead and Dive Right In starting off with new emojis iOS 17.4 will include un code 15.1 and this will add over 100 new emojis from accessibility to different types of emojis like mushroom broken chain we also have the headshake left and right or up and down and one of my favorites without a doubt is the new Phoenix Emoji will also be available and as I mentioned there's going to be over a 100 new emojis including different skin tones so yeah Unicode 15.1 will be available with iOS 17.4 now shareplay will also be expanding with iOS 17 .4 this new feature was first introduced with carplay for iOS and it allows users to control the music with another device as long as you allow them to by scanning this QR code here but shareplay has now been expanded to homod and the Apple TV with tvos as you can see right here you can go ahead and enjoy this new feature now with more Apple devices now Apple also added some changes to the podcast application you now have the live transcript feature available so if you go into the podcast app here and you're listening to a podcast and you want the live transcript you see this button here on the bottom left just like apple music lyrics you can tap into that and then you get a live transcript of the podcast that you're listening to so those two new options I think you guys are going to really enjoy that are coming to the iPhone with iOS 17.4 now Apple will also be expanding on Stolen device Protection security DeLay So if we go into settings here and we jump into face ID and passcodes after you update to iOS 17.4 you'll see a new submenu here for stolen device protection now this gives you the option right here on the top to enable or disable the feature but when you go to disable the feature you get what's called security delay right there you see but now you have the option to choose rather this delay applies at home and work familiar location or not so you can choose always or obviously always from familiar location so two new options available there for security delay and Apple has also added one of my favorite new widgets which which is the city Digital widget it is now available with iOS 17.4 under the clocks extension right there it is and you can choose whether you want the light or dark variant of this one which is the one that I'm rocking right here there it is and this one is also available for standby so let's go into standby here let me show you what it looks like on standby so let's goad and plug this iPhone to a power source and we should have standby kick in here in just a few seconds and there it is the new feature is now available right there the new digital clock or city digital clock is also available for standby and those are going to be my top five favorite new features coming to the iPhone with iOS 17.4 let me know what you think in those comments down below I hope you guys enjoy the video thank you for watching and I'll see you guys on the next one peace\n"
