Apple released the iOS 17.5 update, bringing security patches and new features to iPhones. The update includes a new word game called Quartiles for Apple News Plus subscribers, where players combine tiles to form words. Apple also introduced puzzle leaderboards for News Plus subscribers, allowing them to compare daily puzzle scores with others. Additionally, Apple News Plus subscribers can now access an offline mode to read their favorite publications without an internet connection.
iOS 17.5 also allows people in the EU to download apps from a developer’s website, with developers needing to opt into new App Store business terms and pay a Core Technology Fee. The update includes a new set of Pride Collection wallpapers and a Repair State mode that simplifies the repair process by allowing users to prepare their device for repair while disabling Find My. Podcast widgets now change color to match the artwork of the podcast being listened to, and users can find recently played podcasts in Spotlight Search.
The Books app in iOS 17.5 includes a counter tool to help users track their daily reading goals, with the option to set customizable reading goals. The update also detects unknown third-party trackers, providing alerts if such a device is moving with the user. The full release notes for iOS 17.5 include enhancements to Apple News, the introduction of Quartiles, new player data for puzzles, and cross-platform tracking detection for unknown tracking devices.
To download the update, users can go to Settings > General > Software Update and tap Update Now. The update introduces various new features and enhancements, including offline mode for Apple News Plus subscribers, puzzle leaderboards, Pride Collection wallpapers, Repair State mode, podcast widget color changes, and the ability to detect unknown third-party trackers. This update provides users with a range of new functionalities and improvements to enhance their iPhone experience.
