Apple is expected to announce iOS 17 at its WWDC keynote on June 5
Apple Music is also expected to receive updates in iOS 17, with the ability to view lyrics directly on the lock screen.
The upcoming iOS 17 update is expected to bring new features and changes to several areas, including the lock screen, Apple Music, App Library, and Control Center, according to a recent Weibo post.
Users may have the option to adjust the font size on the lock screen, making it more suited to their preferences. In addition, a new button can allow users to share their custom lock screen designs with other iPhone users, adding a fun and interactive element to personalizing their devices.
Apple Music is also expected to receive updates in iOS 17, with the ability to view lyrics right on the lock screen, which is a convenient way to listen along to songs. In addition, Apple Music’s interface may undergo simplified design changes, with the aim of improving the user experience and making it easier to use.
App Library, the feature that organizes apps on the home screen, could also see improvements. Users may have the option to manually rename folders in the app library, allowing apps to be more customized and organized according to personal preferences.
Finally, the Control Center, the menu that provides quick access to various settings, is also rumored to see design changes in iOS 17. One notable change could be a flashlight brightness slider that can be freely adjusted, similar to the volume slider, for more control and flexibility when using the flashlight feature on iPhones.
In general, rumors have suggested that iOS 17 will be a modest update focused on stability and performance improvements, MacRumors reported.
On last week’s episode of the MacRumors Show podcast, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman revealed what he expects from iOS 17, including improvements to the Find My and Wallet apps. It’s unlikely the update will include “major new features” such as the customizable lock screen introduced with iOS 16.
Apple is expected to announce iOS 17 at its WWDC keynote on June 5. The first beta of the update should be available to developers shortly after the keynote, while a public beta will likely be available in July.
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