On October 20, 2023, Apple released the second release candidate (RC) of iOS 17.1 for iPhone 15 models. This is a test version of the software that is expected to be released to the public in the coming weeks.
The iOS 17.1 RC2 update includes a number of new features and bug fixes, including:
- New features:
- The ability to favorite songs, albums, playlists, artists, and more in Apple Music.
- The option to continue transferring AirDrop content over the internet when you step out of range.
- New options to control when the display turns off on the iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max.
- The ability to choose a specific album to use with Photo Shuffle on the Lock Screen.
- Bug fixes:
- Fixes for issues that could cause the iPhone 15 to overheat.
- Fixes for issues that could cause the iPhone 15 to freeze or restart unexpectedly.
- Fixes for other minor bugs and performance issues.
How to install the iOS 17.1 RC2 update
To install the iOS 17.1 RC2 update, you must be a registered Apple developer. If you are, you can install the update by following these steps:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone 15.
- Tap on “General”.
- Tap on “Software Update”.
- Tap on “Beta Updates”.
- Toggle on the switch for “iOS 17 Developer Beta”.
- Enter your Apple ID password if prompted.
- Tap on “Download and Install”.
Once the update has been downloaded and installed, your iPhone 15 will restart.
It is important to note that the iOS 17.1 RC2 update is a test version of the software. It may contain bugs or other problems that could affect the performance or stability of your iPhone 15.
If you are not comfortable using test versions of software, you should wait until the final version of iOS 17.1 is released to the public before updating your iPhone 15.
What’s new in iOS 17.1?
In addition to the new features and bug fixes included in the iOS 17.1 RC2 update, the final version of iOS 17.1 is also expected to include a number of other new features and improvements, such as:
- A new Live Text feature for videos. This feature will allow users to select and copy text from videos, just as they can do with still images.
- A new Lock Screen design with more customization options. Users will be able to add widgets, change the font and color of the clock, and add new wallpapers to their Lock Screen.
- New Focus features. Users will be able to create custom Focus filters to reduce distractions from specific apps or websites.
- New Messages features. Users will be able to unsend messages, edit messages after they have been sent, and mark messages as unread.
- New Mail features. Users will be able to schedule emails to be sent later, and they will receive notifications when someone replies to an email that they have sent.
The iOS 17.1 RC2 update is a welcome addition for iPhone 15 users. It includes a number of new features and bug fixes that will improve the overall experience of using the device.
If you are a registered Apple developer, we encourage you to install the iOS 17.1 RC2 update and share your feedback with Apple. This will help Apple to identify and fix any remaining bugs before the final version of iOS 17.1 is released to the public. In addition to the new features and bug fixes mentioned above, iOS 17.1 is also expected to include a number of other under-the-hood improvements. These improvements may not be immediately noticeable to users, but they will help to make iOS more stable and efficient.
Overall, iOS 17.1 is a significant update for iPhone 15 users. It includes a number of new features and improvements that will make the device more enjoyable to use. We are eager to see what Apple has in store for us in future updates of iOS 17.
