Apple has launched iOS 17.5, introducing a suite of new features, upgrades, and security patches. These enhancements target user interface and overall performance, providing a more efficient user experience. Apple has further fortified its commitment to user data protection with new privacy controls.
Siri has also been upgraded, becoming smarter and more intuitive. The latest update includes security patches vital in fixing vulnerabilities that may risk user privacy and data.
The update introduces Quartiles, a new word puzzle game exclusive to Apple News Plus members. ‘Read with Me’, an AI-driven feature to aid children in improving their reading comprehension, has also been introduced. As a bonus, users can now access the ‘High Interest, Low Vocabulary’ library which is specially designed for emerging readers.
The user interface experience has been enhanced with the introduction of dark mode for easier nighttime reading.
iOS 17.5’s privacy upgrades, gaming, and accessibility
Voiceover support has also been improved, allowing visually impaired users to navigate more comfortably.
The ‘Live Text’ feature has been introduced to improve accessibility. This feature enables users to recognize text in images, which can be copied for use in their articles or other projects.
For a dash of friendly competition, Apple has added a leaderboard feature. Apple News Plus members can now compare their daily Quartiles scores with others. The leaderboard can be activated through the Game Center option under News+ Puzzles.
An Offline Mode has been introduced, allowing users to download stories, puzzles, and audio pieces for offline use. A bookmarking feature has been added to give users easy access to their favorite articles and pieces at their convenience.
To increase security, iOS 17.5 sends notifications about unidentified third-party trackers in close proximity. Following the alert, the device helps locate the tracker and provides steps to deactivate it.
Lastly, Apple has increased its direct app download capacity for EU residents, allowing them to download apps directly from developers’ websites.
In conclusion, Apple News Plus continues to break boundaries by introducing features that are informative, entertaining, and educational. Apple’s commitment to accessibility and creating a user-friendly experience remains commendable.
