Got a New iPhone 17? How to Use All the New Features
Dec 26, 2025
Apple's iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max have been available to buy since September, and a fair few will have been gifted over the holidays. If you're the proud owner of one of Apple's latest models, then keep reading. Whether you're upgrading from an older iPhone or
completely new to the devices, this article will help you get the most out your new iPhone.
MacRumors has put together the following series of iPhone 17 how-to articles explaining all the new features that can be found on Apple's newest models.
All iPhone 17 Models (Incl. iPhone Air)
Dynamic Island Explained: What It Does and How to Use It
iPhone 17 Camera Control: Everything You Need to Know
Action Button: What It Does and How to Customize It
How to Use the New Center Stage Front Camera
How to Rotate the Front Camera Without Changing iPhone Orientation
How to Disable Center Stage Front Camera Auto-Zoom
How to Disable Center Stage Front Camera Auto-Rotate
How to Enable Dual Capture Video Recording
How to Disable Adaptive Power Mode (On by Default)
How to Hard Reset or Force Restart All iPhone 17 Models
iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max
How to Use 8x Optical Zoom
Shooting Video in Apple's New ProRes RAW Format
iOS 26
Ultimate iOS 26 Walkthrough: Guides and How Tos for Every New Feature
Tone Down Apple's New Liquid Glass Design for Improved Legibility
iOS 26 Setup Guide: 10 Things You Should Do First
Tint App Icons to Match Your New iPhone 17 Color
Tint App Icons to Match Your iPhone's Case Color
iOS 26: All the New iPhone Lock Screen Customizations
All the New iPhone Ringtones in iOS 26
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