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Apple Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
The iPhone’s Podcasts app has received a major update with iOS 17.4. Users can follow an episode of a podcast using transcripts in real time. Text in the transcript will be highlighted to be in sync with the audio. Additionally, users can read the transcript of an episode in full, search for a specific word or phrase within the podcast and tap on it to play from that specific point.
Transcripts for Apple Podcasts are available in English, French and German languages. The provided transcript is also compatible with iPhone’s accessibility features such as changes to text size, contrast, and more.
Apple Music
Apple Music
With the iOS 17.4 update, users will be able to add songs and audio tracks to their playlists and library directly from the Music recognition. This feature works with the Apple Music Classical version as well.
Battery Health
Battery Health
Battery Health section in Settings on the iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max models now shows battery cycle count, battery manufacture date, and its first use on the device.
New Emojis and features
New Emojis and features
Apple has added new emojis, including mushroom, phoenix, lime, and broken chain to its emoji keyboard. Additionally, users can make 18 people and body emojis to face in their direction.
Siri voice assistant
With the new update, Apple’s voice assistant for iPhones gets the ability to announce the messages received on the smartphone in any language that the assistant supports.
Other
Other
Other notable changes coming to iPhones with iOS 17.4 update includes increased security options in stolen device protection. With the update, users can opt for increased security in all locations. Earlier, the feature only worked in unfamiliar locations.
With the new update, the call identification feature on the iPhone displays Apple verified business name, logo and the department during an incoming call. This feature only works if the business has provided relevant information to Apple.
First Published: Mar 06 2024 | 12:05 PM IST
