iOS 17 new features: teeming with handy new capabilities

Phone and FaceTime iOS 16 brought the ability to customise the Lock Screen on the iPhone and Apple is taking the same concept forward by extending it to the Phone app.

Messages The texting app on the iPhone will be getting a new stickers experience, along with the ability to create live stickers by lifting subjects from photos, complete with the option to add effects.

StandBy A feature hitherto available via third-party apps, iOS 17 will be able to turn your iPhone into a bedside stand showing info like a clock, favourite photos, widgets, etc.

Health The Health app on the iPhone presents a comprehensive dashboard of your physical activity and health parameters, when used to its fullest potential.