Will you update your iPhone to iOS 17 today? This is why you want to persevere (2024)

Not everyone needs itdownload the latest iOS updateon their iPhone as soon as Apple makes it available.

Apple announced the release date of iOS 17 during itsWonderlust eventlast week, along withiPhone 15-serie, ThatApple Watch-serie 9InSecond generation Apple Watch Ultra. iOS 17will be availableto all involveda compatible iPhonetoday, September 18. But just because it's released does that mean you should install it on your phone?

In this story, I'll look at a few reasons why you might not want to update to iOS 17 just yet and instead let others try it out.

If you know you want iOS 17, check it outHow to download iOS 17, as well as all the otherscool hidden iOS 17 settings and featuresyou can expect to find.

Your iPhone's battery may drain faster than normal

A reason to press pause while downloading? There's actually no single common reason why battery drains right after a major software update like iOS 17, but it happens to some people pretty much every year.

If your battery level is already in bad condition (Institutions>Bacteria>Battery status), you may want to wait a while before updating to iOS 17.

Here are a few reasons why iOS 17 can drain your battery:

• Your phone is working overtime background.New features, such as the improved search in Messages or Live Stickers for your photos, may need to index your files to work properly.
• Your apps do not support iOS 17.Developers are given enough time to update their apps to the latest iPhone software, but if they don't, apps can drain more battery due to being outdated.

And of course, there's always a small chance of software bugs running in the background that could affect your battery life.

Even if you wait for future iOS 17 updates, you may still experience battery drain for the first few days, but this usually goes away once your iPhone is done with the software update.

Your older iPhone can become very slow

Just because your iPhone supports iOS 17 doesn't necessarily mean that the new operating system will run smoothly on your device. An older iPhone model, such asiPhone XSofiPhone 11 Promay struggle to meet the demands of iOS 17 due to low storage space, low RAM, or an older chipset.

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You may encounter errors that can cause problems on your iPhone

No matter how polished a software update may seem, a few bugs will inevitably slip through the cracks. That's why Apple sometimes releases a 'spot update' shortly after a major update to fix problems such as:

• Battery draining.
• Delay.
• Apps are forcibly closed.
• Phone is restarting.
• Useless functions.

If you're concerned about possible issues like this, it's best to wait until any major bugs are fixed in the next iOS 17 updates.

You might not get all the new iOS 17 features you want after all

Not all iPhones running iOS 17 will get all the new features, especially older models like the iPhone XR and iPhone 11. Below are some features that aren't supported on all devices running iOS 17:

• Hand responses in FaceTime: iPhone 12 and later.
• FaceTime on Apple TV: iPhone XS/XR and later.
• Enhanced AutoCorrect: iPhone 12 and later.
• Predictions online as you type: iPhone 12 and later.

If you've been looking forward to any of these features but can't get them because of your older iPhone, you might want to skip iOS 17.

For the most part, you should probably update to iOS 17

Regardless of the hesitation you may have about jumping in, there are plenty of reasons to just go ahead and update to iOS 17. In addition to all the new features you can take advantage of, Apple's major software updates can fix bugs and other issues dissolve. problems in previous iterations.

However, major updates don't just fix problems, they also bring new privacy and security settings that improve your security and better protect your personal data.

On iOS 17, you have a few key privacy and security features to look forward to:

• Sensitive content warning:You can enable a setting to blur sensitive photos and videos sent to you. This feature works in Messages, AirDrop, Contact Posts, FaceTime Messages, and third-party applications.
  
• Enhanced permissions:With applications, you can choose which photos you want to share in the app, while keeping the rest private. An application can also add an event to your calendar without being able to see your other events.
• Extended lock mode:The new and improved Lockdown Mode increases security and helps protect you from more advanced cyber attacks. It now even works on your Apple Watch.

And then there are all the new accessibility features that can be incredibly beneficial for people with disabilities:

• Personal voice:An AI feature that lets you clone your voice and use it via type-to-speak to communicate with others.
• Supported access:Simplifies everything on your phone, making it easier to use.

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