In the early morning of the 13th, Apple finally released the first public beta version of iOS17   HE Tuber which means that ordinary users can experience iOS17 in advance after applying for qualifications.

You can use Safari to visit https://beta.apple.com/ to apply for qualifications.

If you are willing to try something new, you may wish to experience a public beta version with Shichao first to see what new features iOS17 has that are worth upgrading before making a decision

The first thing I want to talk about is the "standby" that everyone is looking forward to.

When the iPhone is placed horizontally while charging, it will enter a mode similar to a bedside clock.

There are three views in standby: selected photos, widgets, and clock.

Among them, the "Clock" view has a variety of themes to choose from, and in the "Widgets" view, you can also mix and match components as needed.

I think this feature is more suitable for the iPhone 14 Pro (Max) series. After turning on their unique "all-weather display", we can see the latest information at any time.

In addition, standby also supports display of "real-time activities".

For example, during countdown, there is a timer icon on the screen. Clicking it will display the countdown in full screen.

You may be worried that you will miss notifications in "standby" mode. On the contrary, standby can not only push notifications, but also serve as oversized reminders.

This is an adapted countdown notification, and it works well.

So look at it this way, none of the information you can get on the lock screen (widgets, time, notifications, implementation activities) will be lost in standby mode.

All it does is present it differently.

This method is not only more beautiful, but also allows you to obtain information more conveniently according to actual needs.

Although third-party clock software also has a similar "bedside clock" function, standby is a system-level function after all. It does not require automation and shortcut commands, and it will be clearer when receiving App notifications.

2. Name Drop

Apple’s motion effects have always been recognized as silky smooth. I still vividly remember the stunning debut of Smart Island last year.

This year, when using NameDrop, I was conquered by its animation effects. . .

On TikTok, some videos that just show the NameDrop animation can get tens of thousands or hundreds of thousands of likes from netizens.

NameDrop allows two iPhones to quickly exchange contact information when their tops are close together.

The moment the mobile phones slowly faced each other, it felt like the soul of the mobile phone had been captured, something was exchanged, and finally it bounced back quickly with a "Boom!"

In addition, not only contact information, NameDrop also supports sharing Safari tabs, files, and photos.

This is a great savior for uploading photos offline.

Shichao still remembers the way he would search through a bunch of iPhone lists every time he AirDroped a friend.

But now I just need to choose a good picture and touch it with the person.

Now, if you use AirDrop or text messages to send photos, you will receive a friendly reminder from Apple.

He will assume that you are posting naked photos of yourself, so he will remind you, "You are not wrong, but these photos and videos may be used to hurt you."

If you insist on sending, it will also say "This is your choice, please make sure you feel safe".

Of course, if you are the recipient and are airdropped to some sensitive photos or videos, iOS17 will also pre-blur the photos, and you can choose whether to view them.

Oh, I would like to call this function an anti-hot eye device. We are no longer afraid of being attacked by sexy pictures in public places.

Some friends may be worried about how Apple distinguishes these fruit photos. In fact, this algorithm is built into the local device, so you don’t need to worry.

Besides, Apple’s efforts in protecting user privacy are obvious to all around the world. No matter how many people dissatisfy Apple, they still agree with it. . .

In addition, as far as I know, ordinary developers can also use this detection technology.