Blazing fast. Incredibly private.

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Safari is the best way to experience the internet on all your Apple devices. It brings robust customization options, powerful privacy protections, and optimizes battery life — so you can browse how you like, when you like. And when it comes to speed, it’s the world’s fastest browser. 1

Performance

More with the battery. less with the loading..

With a blazing-fast JavaScript engine, Safari is the world’s fastest browser. 1 It’s developed to run specifically on Apple devices, so it’s geared to make the most out of your battery life and deliver long-lasting power.

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Increased performance

We’re always working to make the fastest desktop browser on the planet even faster.

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Improved power efficiency

Safari lets you do more online on a single charge.

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Up to 4 hours more streaming videos compared with Chrome 3

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Up to 17 hours of video streaming 3

Best-in-class browsing

Safari outperforms both Mac and PC browsers in benchmark after benchmark on the same Mac. 4

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JavaScript performance on advanced web applications. 4

Safari vs. other Mac browsers

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Rendering performance of animated content. 4

Web application responsiveness. 4

4K video streaming

See your favorite shows and films in their best light. Safari supports in-browser 4K HDR video playback for YouTube, Netflix, and Apple TV+. 5 And it runs efficiently for longer-lasting battery life.

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Privacy is built in.

Online privacy isn’t just something you should hope for — it’s something you should expect. That’s why Safari comes with industry-leading privacy protection technology built in, including Intelligent Tracking Prevention that identifies trackers and helps prevent them from profiling or following you across the web. Upgrading to iCloud+ gives you even more privacy protections, including the ability to sign up for websites and services without having to share your personal email address.

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Intelligent Tracking Prevention

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Safari stops trackers in their tracks.

What you browse is no one’s business but your own. Safari has built‑in protections to help stop websites and data-collection companies from watching and profiling you based on your browsing activity. Intelligent Tracking Prevention uses on‑device intelligence to help prevent cross‑site tracking and stops known trackers from using your IP address — making it incredibly difficult to learn who you are and what you’re interested in.

Privacy Report

Safari makes it simple to see how your privacy is protected on all the websites you visit. Click Privacy Report in the Safari menu for a snapshot of cross-site trackers currently prevented from profiling you on the website you’re visiting. Or view a weekly Privacy Report to see how Safari protects you as you browse over time.

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Customization

Putting the you in url..

Safari is more customizable than ever. Organize your tabs into Tab Groups so it’s easy to go from one interest to the next. Set a custom background image and fine-tune your browser window with your favorite features — like Reading List, Favorites, iCloud Tabs, and Siri Suggestions. And third-party extensions for iPhone, iPad, and Mac let you do even more with Safari, so you can browse the way you want across all your devices.

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Safari Profiles allow you to separate your history, extensions, Tab Groups, favorites, cookies, and more. Quickly switch between profiles for topics you create, like Personal and Work.

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Web apps let you save your favorite websites to the Dock on Mac and to the Home Screen on iPhone and iPad. A simplified toolbar and separate settings give you an app-like experience.

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Safari Extensions add functionality to your browser to help you explore the web the way you want. Find and add your favorite extensions in the dedicated Safari category on the App Store.

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Save and organize your tabs in the way that works best for you. Name your Tab Groups, edit them, and switch among them across devices. You can also share Tab Groups — making planning your next family trip or group project easier and more collaborative.

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Smart Tools

Designed to help your work flow..

Built-in tools create a browsing experience that’s far more immersive, intuitive, and immediate. Get detailed information about a subject in a photo with just a click, select text within any image, instantly translate an entire web page, and quickly take notes wherever you are on a site — without having to switch apps.

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Notes is your go-to app to capture any thought. And with the Quick Note feature, you can instantly jot down ideas as you browse websites without having to leave Safari.

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Translation

Translate entire web pages with a single click. You can also get translations for text in images and paused video without leaving Safari.

Interact with text in any image or paused video on the web using functions like copy and paste, translate, and lookup. 6

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Visual Look Up

Quickly learn more about landmarks, works of art, breeds of dogs, and more with only a photo or an image you find online. And easily lift the subject of an image from Safari, remove its background, and paste it into Messages, Notes, or other apps.

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Surf safe and sound.

Strong security protections in Safari help keep you safe. Passkeys introduce a safer way to sign in. iCloud Keychain securely stores and autofills passkeys and passwords across all your devices. Safari also notifies you when it encounters suspicious websites and prevents them from loading. Because it loads each web page in a separate process, any harmful code is always confined to a single browser tab so it won’t crash the entire application or access your data. And Safari automatically upgrades sites from HTTP to the more secure HTTPS when available.

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Passkeys introduce a more secure and easier way to sign in. No passwords required.

Passkeys are end-to-end encrypted and safe from phishing and data leaks, and they are stronger than all common two-factor authentication types. Thanks to iCloud Keychain, they work across all your Apple devices, and they even work on non-Apple devices.

Learn more about passkeys

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Apple Pay and Wallet make checkout as easy as lifting a finger.

Apple Pay is the easiest and most secure way to shop on Safari — allowing you to complete transactions with Face ID or Touch ID on your iPhone or iPad, with Touch ID on your MacBook Pro or MacBook Air, or by double-clicking the side button on your Apple Watch.

Learn more about Apple Pay

With AutoFill, you can easily fill in your previously saved credit card information from the Wallet app during checkout. Your credit card details are never shared, and your transactions are protected with industry-leading security.

Same Safari. Different device.

Safari works seamlessly and syncs your passwords, bookmarks, history, tabs, and more across Mac, iPad, iPhone, and Apple Watch. And when your Mac, iOS, or iPadOS devices are near each other, they can automatically pass what you’re doing in Safari from one device to another using Handoff. You can even copy images, video, or text from Safari on your iPhone or iPad, then paste into another app on your nearby Mac — or vice versa.

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When you use Safari on multiple devices, your tabs carry over from one Apple device to another. So you can search, shop, work, or browse on your iPhone, then switch to your iPad or Mac and pick up right where you left off.

Save web pages you want to read later by adding them to your Reading List. Then view them on any of your iCloud-connected devices — even if you’re not connected to the internet.

iCloud Keychain securely stores your user names, passkeys, passwords, and credit card numbers and keeps them up to date on your trusted devices. So you can easily sign in to your favorite websites — as well as apps on iOS and iPadOS — and quickly make online purchases.

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Designed for developers.

Deep WebKit integration between Mac hardware and macOS allows Safari to deliver the fastest performance and the longest battery life of any browser on the platform, while supporting modern web standards for rich experiences in the browser. WebKit in macOS Sonoma includes optimizations that enable even richer browsing experiences, and give developers more control over styling and layout — allowing for more engaging content.

Make Safari your default browser

Customize your start page, view your browsing privacy report, monitor your saved passwords, use apple pay in safari, view your tabs across all your devices, read the safari user guide, get safari support.

How to update Safari — Get the latest browser updates on iOS and macOS

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How to update Safari — Get the latest browser updates on iOS and macOS

Safari is the third-most popular browser, following gold medal-holding Google Chrome and relatively new silver medalist Microsoft Edge . Safari offers various features that keep its users happy and secure. However, occasional updates are still necessary to ensure that you get the best experience from your Safari browser. This article will teach you how to update your Safari manually.

Safari often updates multiple times in a year. It does this to patch new security vulnerabilities and stop attacks from hackers. However, there are times when updates may include new functionalities or changes to the look of the system.

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By default, Safari updates without any action required from you. However, if you need to update Safari manually, you have come to the right place. Below are the steps to update Safari on macOS and iOS . 

How to Manually Update Safari on macOS

1. To update your browser on macOS, click on the Apple menu and select System Preferences . This will open the System Preferences window.

2. Next, click on Software Update and wait for your device to load.

3. Select any updates related to your Safari browser. If none are shown, it means that your Safari is already up-to-date.

How to Manually Update Safari on iOS Devices

1. The steps to update Safari on iOS differ from those on macOS. Here, the first thing you need to do is open your Settings app.

2. Go to the General section.

3. Click on Software Update . Wait for your iOS device to load and select the updates related to Safari. You now have the safest and latest version of your browser. 

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iOS 15: How to get the iPhone's old Safari layout back

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Safari's new design in iOS 15 isn't for everyone. 

Apple released iOS 15 near the end of September, and the company is currently readying the next update, iOS 15.2, for release likely sometime this week. For some, there's still an annoying change in the iPhone's web browser, Safari. After updating to iOS 15 you may have noticed that the address bar is not located at the bottom of the screen. 

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The change is a jolt to your muscle memory. I know I found myself constantly reaching to the top of the iPhone's screen for the address bar, but eventually, I grew to enjoy the new layout.

It only takes a couple of seconds to make the switch. I suggest giving the new Safari a chance for a day or two before going back to the old design -- I've been using it since June and don't think I could go back to the old Safari. Nonetheless, here are the steps should you need them. 

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How to go back to the old Safari design

There are two ways to go about reverting Safari to its previous look. One is done directly in Safari; the other requires you to open the Settings app. They both do the same thing, so it's really up to you how you go about making the chance. 

The first method requires you to go to  Settings , then find and select  Safari . Scroll down until you see get to the  Tabs  section. There you'll find two thumbnails of the iPhone.  Tab Bar , which is the new design, is on the left.  Single Tab , or the old design, is on the right. Select  Single Tab . 

The second method, which is much easier and quicker, is all done directly in Safari itself, but it's a little hidden. 

You can move Safari's address bar back to the top of the screen with ease. 

In Safari, tap on the  aA  icon that should be on the left side of the address bar. A menu will show up, and at the top of it will be the  Show Top Address Bar option . Select it. (You can also use the same steps to reverse the change, as shown in the screenshots above.)

The new Safari isn't the only new feature in iOS 15. I have a few of them here that you need to know about , as well as some great hidden features I've found so far . 

If you're going back to the old-look Safari as soon as possible, let us know why in the comments.

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Update Safari on iPhone: Easy Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to our guide on how to update Safari on your iPhone. As the default browser on iPhones, Safari not only provides a seamless browsing experience but also incorporates the latest features and security improvements. By keeping Safari updated , you ensure that you have access to the best browsing experience available.

In this guide, we will walk you through the process of updating Safari on your iPhone in different ways. Whether you prefer automatic updates or manual checks, we have you covered. Let’s dive in!

In the following sections, you’ll find step-by-step instructions for updating Safari on your iPhone. We’ll cover methods such as checking for iOS updates , setting up automatic updates, manually updating Safari, and using your computer or the App Store to update Safari.

Stay tuned for all the details to ensure your Safari browser is always up to date with the latest enhancements. Let’s get started!

Check for iOS Updates to Update Safari on iPhone

To update Safari on your iPhone, you need to check for and install the latest iOS updates . By keeping your iOS updated, you ensure that you have the latest version of Safari on your iPhone. Follow these steps:

  • Go to Settings on your iPhone.
  • Scroll down and tap on General .
  • Tap on Software Update .
  • If an update is available, you will see a notification. Tap Download and Install to begin the update process.
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the update.

Checking for iOS updates

By ensuring that your iOS is up to date, you not only get the latest features and improvements but also keep your Safari browser secure and running smoothly. Don’t miss out on the latest updates for Safari on your iPhone.

Set up Automatic Updates for iPhone

To ensure that your iPhone stays up to date with the latest software, including Safari updates, you can enable automatic updates. By enabling this feature, your iPhone will automatically download and install iOS updates , keeping Safari and other apps current. Here’s how you can set up automatic updates:

  • Tap on General.
  • Scroll down and select Software Update.
  • Under Automatic Updates, toggle on the option for Download iOS updates .

Your iPhone will now automatically download and install iOS updates, including Safari updates, when connected to Wi-Fi and charging overnight. This ensures that your device is always up to date with the latest features and security improvements.

Enable automatic updates for iPhone

By enabling automatic updates , you no longer need to manually check for updates. This convenient feature saves you time and effort, and it guarantees that Safari and other apps on your iPhone are continuously updated.

Manually Update Safari on iPhone

If you prefer to have more control over when to update Safari on your iPhone, you can manually check for updates by following these steps:

  • Scroll down and tap on General.
  • Tap on Software Update.
  • If there is an available update for Safari, it will be displayed on the screen.
  • Tap on Download and Install to update Safari to the latest version.

By manually checking for Safari updates, you can ensure that you stay up to date with the latest features and security improvements for the Safari browser on your iPhone.

Checking for Safari Updates on iPhone

To manually update Safari on your iPhone, follow the steps below:

  • Open the Settings app.
  • Select Software Update.
  • If an update for Safari is available, it will be shown on the screen.
  • Tap Download and Install to update Safari to the latest version.

By staying proactive in checking for Safari updates, you can ensure that you have the latest features, bug fixes, and security patches for a seamless browsing experience.

Additional Methods to Update Safari on iPhone

Besides updating Safari on your iPhone through iOS updates, you have two additional methods at your disposal:

1. Update Safari using your computer:

Connect your iPhone to your computer using a cable.

  • On a Mac (macOS 10.15 or later), open the Finder and select your iPhone. Then, click on General and click Check for Update.
  • On a Mac (macOS 10.14 or earlier) or a Windows PC, open iTunes. Click on the iPhone icon, then click Summary and Check for Update.
  • Click Update to install the available Safari update.

2. Update Safari through the App Store:

Open the App Store on your iPhone.

  • Go to the Updates tab.
  • If there is an available update for Safari, it will be listed here. Tap Update to install the update.

Using these additional methods, you can easily keep Safari up to date on your iPhone, ensuring you have the latest features and security improvements.

Reference: The provided image demonstrates the process of updating Safari via the App Store. By following this method, you can conveniently update Safari on your iPhone to the latest version.

Keeping Safari updated on your iPhone is crucial for maintaining the security of your device and enjoying the latest features and enhancements. By regularly updating your iOS, you ensure that Safari stays up to date with the latest version, providing you with a secure and seamless browsing experience.

Enabling automatic updates is a convenient way to ensure that Safari is always up to date. By simply connecting your iPhone to a Wi-Fi network and charging it overnight, your device will automatically download and install the latest iOS updates, including updates for Safari.

If you prefer to have more control over the update process, you can manually check for Safari updates on your iPhone. Simply go to Settings, tap on General, and select Software Update. If there is an available update for Safari, you can download and install it from this screen.

By keeping Safari updated , you not only benefit from improved security measures but also gain access to the latest features and functionalities offered by the browser. So, make sure to stay informed about the benefits of updating Safari and promptly install the latest updates to ensure a smooth and enjoyable browsing experience on your iPhone.

How do I update Safari on my iPhone?

To update Safari on your iPhone, you need to check for and install the latest iOS updates. This will automatically update Safari to the latest version. Follow these steps: 1. Go to Settings on your iPhone. 2. Scroll down and tap on General. 3. Tap on Software Update. 4. If an update is available, tap Download and Install to begin the update process. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the update.

How can I check for iOS updates to update Safari on my iPhone?

To check for iOS updates, follow these steps: 1. Go to Settings on your iPhone. 2. Scroll down and tap on General. 3. Tap on Software Update. 4. If there is an available update, you will see a notification. Tap Download and Install to update your iPhone and Safari to the latest version.

Can I set up automatic updates for my iPhone to keep Safari updated?

Yes, you can set up automatic updates for your iPhone, including updates for Safari. Here’s how: 1. Go to Settings on your iPhone. 2. Tap on General. 3. Tap on Software Update. 4. Under Automatic Updates, toggle on the option for Download iOS updates. 5. Your iPhone will now automatically download and install iOS updates, which includes updates for Safari, when connected to Wi-Fi and charging overnight.

Is there a way to manually update Safari on my iPhone?

Yes, if you prefer to manually update Safari, you can do so by following these steps: 1. Go to Settings on your iPhone. 2. Scroll down and tap on General. 3. Tap on Software Update. 4. If there is an available update for Safari, it will be displayed on the screen. 5. Tap on Download and Install to update Safari to the latest version.

Are there any additional methods to update Safari on my iPhone?

Yes, you can update Safari on your iPhone using your computer. Here are two methods: 1. Update Safari using your computer: – Connect your iPhone to your computer using a cable. – On a Mac (macOS 10.15 or later), open the Finder and select your iPhone, then click on General and click Check for Update. – On a Mac (macOS 10.14 or earlier) or a Windows PC, open iTunes, click on the iPhone icon, then click Summary and Check for Update. – Click Update to install the available Safari update. 2. Update Safari through the App Store: – Open the App Store on your iPhone. – Go to the Updates tab. – If there is an available update for Safari, it will be listed here. Tap Update to install the update.

Why is it important to keep Safari updated on my iPhone?

Keeping Safari updated on your iPhone is essential for security reasons and to take advantage of the latest features and improvements. Regularly updating your iOS ensures that Safari is also up to date, providing better security and a smoother browsing experience.

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How To Upgrade Your Safari Browser On iPhone

Safari is Apple's flagship web browser and comes pre-installed on all Apple devices. It has been the default browser for Macs since 2003, and for iPhones since 2007. Safari is knwn for its sleek design and user-friendly interface. It also offers a range of features such as tabbed browsing, built-in privacy features, and an integrated search engine.

If you're an iPhone user, you'll want to make sure that your Safari browser is up to date in order to get the best performance out of it. Fortunately, updating Safari on your iPhone is easy and only takes a few minutes. Here's how:

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone by tapping its icon on the home screen. 2. Scroll down and select “General,” then choose “ Software Update.” 3. Wait while your device checks for available updates; if any are found, they will be listed here. 4. Select “Install Now” to update Safari (and any other updates that may be available). 5. Your device will begin downloading the new version of Safari; wait unil the download is complete before using it again.

Once your device has finished updating Safari, you should notice a marked improvement in performance, including faster page loading times and better security against malicious websites and viruses. If you ever need to check which version of Safari you're running, just open the Settings app again and select “General” then “About.” This screen will show you which version of Safari you have installed on your device as well as other important information about iOS itself.

Updating Safari on your iPhone doesn't take long at all but can really improve the experience of usig it – so make sure that yours is always up to date!

Checking If Safari Browser is Up To Date

To ensure your Safari browser is up to date, you can check for updates by following a few simple steps. First, open the App Store on your Mac. Next, click the Apple menu icon in the top left-hand corner of your screen and select ‘Updates'. You will be presented with a list of all available updates for your Mac; look for and activate the Safari update to update your browser. Once the update has completed, you can confirm that Safari is up to date.

Latest Version of Safari for iPhone

The latest version of Safari for iPhones is version 15.6, which was released on July 29th, 2022. This version offers a variety of features designed to make your browsing experience smoother and more secure, including improved privacy settings, faster page loading times, support for the latest web technologies, and a redesigned start page. Additionally, Apple has made improvements to the web inspector tool and made it easier to manage stored passwords in Safari. With all thse features and more, you can be sure that you're surfing the internet safely and securely with the latest version of Safari for iPhones.

Automatic Updating of Safari

To get Safari to update automatically, you need to go to System Preferences and select Software Update. Wait for your Mac to check for updates. If there's an available update, click Upgrade Now. To ensure your Mac and Safari are always up-to-date, you can check the box that says Automatically keep my Mac up to date. This will allow your Mac to download relevant updates as they become available, so you don't have to manually install them.

Updating Safari When No Updates Are Available

If your Safari browser says that no updates are available, you can try the follwing steps to troubleshoot the issue: 1. Check your Wi-Fi and broadband connection. Make sure that you have a good internet connection before you try updating Safari. 2. Check Apple's System Status page to make sure there is an update available for Safari. 3. If all else fails, restart your Mac and then try updating manually by going to the App Store and searching for Safari updates. 4. If you are still having trouble, it may be a good idea to check for any issues on your Mac and address them before trying to update Safari again.

Finding the Safari Version on a Mobile Phone

To find your Safari version on your phone, you will need to go to the Settings app. Once you are in the Settings app, tap on General and then tap About. Here, you will see a list of all the information about your device, including the software version of Safari that is currently installed on your phone. You can also check for updates by tapping on Software Update in the About page.

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Updating Your Browser

Updating your browser is an important step to ensure that you have the latest security and performance features. To update your browser, start by opening the browser of your choice and navigating to the browser's settings menu, typically found in the top rght corner. From here you can check for updates and install them if they are available. Depending on the browser you use, you may also have the option to set your browser to automatically check for updates so that it always has the latest version. Additionally, some browsers may require you to download and install updates manually, so be sure to check for instructions specific to your chosen browser.

The Disappearance of Safari Browser

It's possible that your Safari browser may have been deleted accidentally, or it may have disappeared for some other reason. If this is the case, you can quickly get it installed from the App Store. To do this, open the App Store and search for “Safari” in the search icon. Once you find it, press the “Get” tab to begin downloading and installing it onto your device.

What Is The Latest Version of Safari?

The most up-to-date version of Safari is version 15.5, which was released on May 16, 2022. This version of Safari is compatible with macOS 10.15 Catalina and later versions of macOS. It features improvements to efficiency, performance, privacy and security, as well as new features such as tab groups and an enhanced start page. Additionally, this version also offers support for the latest web standards in order to ensure that websites work properly across all devices.

Updating a Browser on a Phone

Updating your browser on your phone is easy! Start by opening the Play Store app. You will see a profile icon at the top right of the screen. Tap on this icon and select Manage apps & device. This will bring up a list of apps that have updates available. Find Chrome in the list and tap Update next to it. This will start the update process for Chrome, so just wait for it to finish and you're all set!

Updating an iPhone

To update your iPhone, make sure it is plugged into a power source and connected to the internet with Wi-Fi. Then go to Settings > General and tap Software Update. If there are two software update options available, choose the one you would like to install and tap Install Now. Your iPhone will then begin downloading and installing the latest software update. Depending on the size of the update, this process can take up to several minutes. Once complete, your iPhone will be running the most recent version of iOS.

Uninstalling Safari

Unfortunately, you cannot completely uninstall Safari from an iOS device. However, if you do not wish to use the app, you can turn it off by going to Settings > Screen Time and toggle the switch next to Safari to OFF. This will remove the app from your home screen and put it in your App Library.

Reinstalling Safari

No, unfortunately you are not able to uninstall and reinstall Safari as it is an integrated part of the MacOS operating system. You can however adjust the settings of Safari to customize it to your preferences. Additionally, you can reset Safari if needed by selecting ‘Reset Safari' from the ‘Safari' menu in the upper left corner of your screen.

Checking If Your Browser Is Up To Date

In order to determine if your browser is up to date, you can check the version iformation for your browser. To do this, open the browser and select Help in the menu bar. From there, select About [Your Browser]. This will display the version of your browser and allow you to compare it against the latest version available on the developer website. If your browser version is lower than the latest version available on the developer website, then you will need to update it in order to ensure that you have access to all of the most recent features and security updates.

Accessing Browser Settings on an iPhone

The browser settings on an iPhone can be found in Settings > Safari. Here you can customize vrious aspects of your browser, such as the Default Browser App, which will allow you to switch between different browsers if desired. You can also adjust settings for Privacy & Security, Search Engine, AutoFill, and Advanced Settings.

Restoring Safari to Normal on iPhone

To get Safari back to normal on your iPhone, first open the Settings app and then scroll down to find Safari. Once you've opened the Safari settings menu, scroll down until you find the “Single Tab” option. Select it to restore Safari to its original design with the URL bar on top. This should get your Safari back to normal and put the search bar back on top of the screen.

What Has Happened to Safari on My iPhone?

Safari is the default web browser on your iPhone and is uually pre-installed when you purchase it. If for some reason Safari has disappeared from your iPhone, the most likely explanation is that you accidentally deleted it. Another possibility is that your phone was updated to a new version of iOS, which may have caused Safari to be removed. You can easily get it back by going to the App Store and searching for Safari, or using the Spotlight Search feature on your iPhone to look for it.

Cost of Updating Safari

No, updating Safari is free. To update Safari, open the App Store app on your Mac and click Updates in the toolbar. If a Safari update is available, click Update next to it and follow the onscreen instructions. You may need to restart your Mac after updating Safari.

Updating Google on an iPhone

Updating Google on your iPhone is easy! To get started, open the App Store and tap the Profile icon at the top right of the screen. Scroll down to “Available Updates” and search for Google. If Google is listed, tap Update to begin downloading and installing the update. You may need to enter your Apple ID password during this process. Once complete, you'll have the latest version of Google on your iPhone!

Should I Update My Chrome Browser on My Phone?

Yes, you should definitely update Chrome on your phone. Not only will this keep your browser running smoothly, but it will also ensure that you have the latest security features and bug fixes. To update Chrome, open the Google Play Store app and search for “Google Chrome”. Tap on the Chrome icon and then select ‘Update'. If there is an avalable update, it should begin to install automatically. Once the installation is complete, Chrome will be up-to-date and ready to use.

Does Google Chrome Automatically Update?

Yes, Google Chrome updates automatically. When there is a new update available, Chrome will automatically apply it when you close and reopen the browser. You can also manually check for updates by clicking on the “More” button in the top right corner of the browser window, selecting “Help” and then selecting “About Google Chrome.” This will open a page were you can check for any available updates and install them.

Safari is an advanced web browser developed by Apple that is designed to provide a superior and secure browsing experience while also offering a number of features that make it more efficient and enjoyable. It offers an intuitive interface with quick and easy navigation, fast page loading times, private browsing capabilities, built-in security features, and support for a variety of third-party extensions. It provides an excellent platform for viewing websites and streaming media, allowing users to enjoy the best of the web witout compromising their security or privacy. Safari is one of the most popular web browsers available today, providing users with a reliable and powerful way to access the internet.

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How and why to update Safari, Chrome, and other web browsers on iPhone and Mac

It’s vital to keep your browsers like Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera, Brave, etc., updated on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. In this safety guide, we tell you why and how to ensure you always have the latest version of web browsers on your Apple devices.

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Why should I care about updating web browsers?

A web browser is your medium to the internet. It handles essential activities like logging in to your internet banking, checking your email, booking hotels and plane tickets using your credit card, uploading documents to sensitive websites, filling out job applications, using social media, and more.

Hackers and malicious agents constantly evolve their techniques to get hold of your private data like email, address, phone number, financial details, etc.

To ensure a safe experience, all leading browsers frequently introduce updates to fix bugs and patch any dangerous loopholes. Therefore, to have a safe experience, regularly updating your web browsers is of utmost importance.

Plus, almost all web browsers have some kind of password manager built-in. Thus to ensure the proper safety of your usernames and passwords , it’s crucial to keep your browsers updated.

How to update your web browsers on iPhone and iPad

The only way to update the Safari browser on iPhone and iPad is to get the latest version of iOS or iPadOS by going to Settings  >  General  >  Software Update . This is because Apple doesn’t publish separate updates for its built-in core apps and handles their update via iOS updates.

Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera, Brave, and other browsers

Follow these steps to update any other third-party web browser on your iPhone or iPad:

  • Press the App Store icon and choose  Updates .
  • Pull down the Account screen to refresh it.
  • Tap  UPDATE  next to Google Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or another browser you use.

Update Google Chrome and other web browsers on iPhone

To ensure your web browsers (and all other apps) are continuously updated automatically, go to Settings  >  App Store  and enable  App Updates .

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How to update your browsers on Mac

Here are the steps to update all leading browsers on Mac.

Like iPhone and iPad, Safari updates on Mac are handled by macOS updates. To ensure you have the latest version of Safari on your Mac, go to  System Preferences  and click  Software Update . From here, download and install any pending macOS update.

Tip: Sometimes, you might see a standalone update for Safari. For this, go to System Preferences  >  Software Update  and click  More Info .

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Here, uncheck the macOS update and choose to update only the Safari browser by selecting it and clicking Install Now .

Update Safari on Mac from System Preferences

Most popular browsers, including Chrome, update automatically in the background when you close the browser and open it again. However, if you haven’t done so in a while, you will see the word “ Update ” at the top right of your Chrome window. Simply click it, and you’re done.

Besides that, you can also follow these steps to ensure Chrome is updated on your Mac:

  • Open Chrome and press the  Command + comma (,)  keys.
  • Click  About Chrome  from the bottom left.
  • Select  Update Google Chrome .

Note:  If you don’t see the Update Google Chrome button, that means your browser is already up to date. In such cases, it will say “ Chrome is up to date ” and the version number.

Steps showing how to update Chrome on Mac

Firefox automatically updates itself in the background when you close and reopen it. After that, it usually shows you a web page highlighting the new changes. Still, to be sure, follow these steps to manually check for Firefox updates on your Mac:

  • Open Firefox and press the  Command + comma (,)  keys to see its preferences.
  • Scroll down the General section, and you will see  Firefox Updates .
  • Click  Check for updates .

How to update Firefox on Mac

Follow these steps to update the Brave browser on your Mac:

  • Open Brave and go to its preferences by pressing the Command + comma (,)  keys.
  • Click  Privacy and security .
  • Scroll down and under Safety check, click  Check now . The browser will check for any pending updates and download them.
  • Once downloaded, click  Relaunch  to finish updating your Brave browser.

Steps to update the Brave browser on Mac

Here’s how to update the Opera browser on your Mac:

  • Open the browser and click the word  Opera from the top menu bar.
  • Choose  Update & Recovery .
  • Click  Check for update .

Update Opera browser on Mac

When you install and open Edge on your Mac for the first time, it opens the Microsoft AutoUpdate tool. Here, if you check the box for “ Automatically keep Microsoft Apps up to date ,” the update tool will automatically update all your Microsoft apps, including Edge.

Automatically keep Microsoft Apps up to date on Mac using the AutoUpdate tool

Follow these steps to manually update Microsoft Edge on your Mac:

  • Open Edge on your Mac.
  • Select  Help  from the top menu bar.
  • Click  Update Microsoft Edge .

How to update Microsoft Edge browser on Mac

This is how you can have the latest versions of web browsers on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Even if you use any other browser not mentioned in this post, the steps to update it should be almost identical.

Updating web browsers on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS

Third-party browsers on Mac do an excellent job and update themselves periodically in the background when you quit and reopen them. This ensures a safe browsing experience with little to no manual labor.

Similarly, if you enable auto app updates on your iPhone or iPad, your third-party browsers will stay up to date with all the new features and security updates.

However, the trouble starts with keeping Safari updated , as its updates are handled by updating the entire operating system – iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. Compared to regular app updates, full software updates take a lot of time to download and install. Not to forget, your device is unusable when the update is being installed. Plus, some people who have limited or slow internet connection or little free space may not bother to update their operating systems as regularly.

Still, to ensure Safari is always up to date, you can enable a setting that automatically updates your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Here’s how:

  • iOS and iPadOS:  Go to Settings > General > Software Update >  Automatic Updates  and enable  Download iOS Updates . Next, turn on  Install iOS Updates .
  • macOS:  Go to System Preferences > Software Update and check the box for  Automatically keep my Mac up to date . Click  Advanced  to get more control over downloading and installing macOS updates.

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10 New Things Your iPhone Can Do in This Week's iOS 17.4 Update

Apple will this month release iOS 17.4, its biggest iPhone software update of the year so far, featuring a number of features and changes that users have been anticipating for quite a while.

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1. Generate Podcast Transcripts

Apple is adding audio transcripts to the Podcasts app for iPhone, meaning you'll be able to read along to your favorite podcasts as they are spoken. If you're familiar with lyrics in Apple Music, it's very similar.

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2. Protect Messages Against Quantum Attacks

Apple is bringing a new cryptographic security feature to iMessage called PQ3. This "groundbreaking" and "state-of-the-art" protocol provides "extensive defenses against even highly sophisticated quantum attacks," according to Apple.

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3. Support for Next-Generation CarPlay

Next-generation CarPlay is set to launch in the U.S. later in 2024, and iOS 17.4 brings support for a slew of new apps, including climate control, tire pressure, rear-view camera feed, electric vehicle charging status, and more.

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4. Siri Reads Incoming Messages in Other Languages

Previously in iOS 17, ‌Siri‌'s interaction with Messages was limited to one option – the ability for ‌Siri‌ to automatically send your dictated messages without asking you to confirm them first.

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5. Stolen Device Protection Away From Home

To make it harder for a thief to access passcode-protected data on a stolen iPhone, Apple in iOS 17.3 included Stolen Device Protection. With the feature enabled, Face ID or Touch ID is required to access passwords in iCloud Keychain, Lost Mode settings, options for erasing the device, and making purchases in Safari.

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6. Live Activity for Stopwatch

For some reason, Apple previously never offered Live Activity support for when you start a stopwatch in the Clock app, until now.

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7. Generate Apple Cash Virtual Card Numbers

iPhone owners running iOS 17.4 will be able to generate a virtual card number for spending Apple Cash when Apple Pay isn't an online option.

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8. App Support for Cloud Gaming Services

With iOS 17.4, streaming game apps will finally be allowed on the ‌App Store‌ worldwide, which means services like Xbox Cloud Gaming and Nvidia GeForce NOW can be offered as standalone ‌iPhone‌ and ‌iPad‌ apps.

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9. Set a Contactless Payment Provider

In iOS 17.4, third-party payment applications and banks can utilize the NFC chip in iPhones to enable contactless payments directly through the device in the European Economic Area, bypassing the need for Apple Pay or the Wallet app. Users in this region will have the ability to choose a primary contactless payment service, which is triggered at payment terminals or by double-pressing the iPhone's Side button.

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10. Support for Alternative App Stores

App developers in the EU will be able to offer alternative app stores or install their apps through alternative stores. This means users in the EU will be able to set their preferred alternative app store as the default app store on their device, rather than Apple's own App Store. EU users will see an option for this in the Settings app.

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You must already be familiar with the role that an updated OS plays in keeping your device secure. Malware, ransomware, and other kinds of malicious viruses are rampant on the internet , and it is essential that your device is well-equipped to protect you against them. Your web browser plays an important part in this as well. Like your device’s OS, the web browser also receives routine security patches from its developers. In this article, we bring you the top 4 ways to update the Safari browser on your iPhone and Mac.

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Update Safari on iPhone using the App Store

Step 1: Long press the App Store icon on your iPhone’s home screen .

Step 2: Hit the Updates option.

Step 2: Hit the Updates option.

Step 3: Make sure your Account page is refreshed. You can do this by pulling down the top of the page and then releasing it.

Step 4: Scroll down to Safari and hit the Update button next to it.

Step 4: Scroll down to Safari and hit the Update button next to it.

Turn on automatic updates

If you don’t want to manually update the Safari app on your iPhone, simply turn on automatic updates for all apps. Your apps will only update when you are connected to a WiFi network.

Step 1: Go to Settings and select App Store .

Step 1: Go to Settings and select App Store.

Step 2: Turn on the toggle switch for App Updates . In the Cellular Data section, turn off the toggle switch for Automatic Downloads .

Step 2: Turn on the toggle switch for App Updates. In the Cellular Data section, turn off the toggle switch for Automatic Downloads.

Update the Safari browser on your Mac

Step 1: Open the App Store on your Mac.

Step 2: Hit the Updates option at the top of the screen.

Step 3: This is where you’ll find the list of apps on your device with a pending update .

Update Safari on your Mac by updating the macOS

Once you update macOS to its latest version, it also updates the native apps like Safari on your device. Here’s how you can go about it.

Step 1: Hit the Apple logo at the top left corner of the screen and select System Preferences .

Step 2: Click on System Updates .

Step 3: Your device will check for any new updates .

Step 4: Once it shows a new update, click on Upgrade Now .

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do i update the safari browser on my mac.

To update the Safari browser on your Mac, simply head over to the App Store and switch to the Updates tab. This is where you’ll find the list of apps with pending updates. If Safari is on the list, click the Update button next to it.

How do I turn on automatic updates for the apps on my iPhone?

Go to Settings>App Store and turn on the toggle switch for App Updates. Your smartphone will automatically download the latest versions of the apps installed in it. 

Why should I update the Safari browser on my iPhone?

New versions of web browsers contain important security updates that guard your device against malicious entities.

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These are the top 4 ways to update Safari on your iPhone and Mac. If you’re thinking of turning on automatic updates, make sure it is under the precondition that your device is connected to a WiFi network. Updating apps over a cellular connection can eat up a significant portion of your mobile data.

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Apple released  iOS 17.4  to the general public on Tuesday, more than a month after iOS 17.3  was released to the general public. The latest iOS update brings new features, including major changes for people in the European Union  and  new emoji , as well as bug fixes to your iPhone. 

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To download the update, go to  Settings  >  General  >  Software Update , tap  Install Now  and follow the onscreen prompts. 

Here's what iOS 17.3 brings to your iPhone.

Downloading other app stores in the EU

Apple introduced a significant change to Safari, the App Store and iOS with iOS 17.4, but only for people in Europe. With iOS 17.4, people in the EU can download an alternative app store and apps from outside the App Store. As CNET's Katie Collins reports , this marks one of the largest changes to the App Store since its inception in 2008. People in the EU will also be given new default app controls, giving them more ways to customize their iPhone experience. 

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People in the EU have access to other app stores and more now.

Apple made these changes , which were announced in January, to comply with the EU's Digital Markets Act.

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More options for in-app payments

Apple introduced more ways to make in-app payments with iOS 17.4. If you go to Settings > Privacy & Security , you'll see an option called Contactless & NFC , or near-field communication . If you tap the new option, you'll be taken to a mostly blank page that has a small disclaimer that says the page will show apps that have requested the ability to use contactless and NFC payments in the future. Apple announced these options alongside the changes for people in the EU, and there's no word on whether this will be utilized by apps outside that region.

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New emoji to come to iPhones with the first iOS 17.4 developer beta

Some of the new emoji in iOS 17.4 include a phoenix, a slice of lime and broken chains.

Apple introduced over 100 new emoji to iPhone users with iOS 17.4. Those emoji include heads shaking up and down or left and right, a phoenix and a slice of lime. These emoji were announced in 2023, and some Android devices, including the latest Samsung phones , already have them.

Improved iMessage security against future threats

With iOS 17.4, your iMessage chats get a security boost to protect them from cyberattacks that involve quantum computing. According to CNET's David Lumb , Apple said it hasn't seen these kinds of cyberattacks yet, but the company wants to get ahead of the potential threat now. 

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Podcasts can now show transcripts

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You can now read a transcript of your favorite podcasts with iOS 17.4.

In iOS 17.4, you can read the transcripts of your favorite podcasts as you listen to them. To see the transcripts, go into the Podcasts app and start listening to a show, then tap the show's banner across the bottom of your screen. Look at the bottom of the show's title card and you'll see a new button in the bottom left corner that looks like a speech bubble with quotes inside it. Tap this button and you'll see the transcript of the show you're listening to.

You can search within the transcript, too, so if someone mentions a book or movie title and you only remember part of it, you can search the part you do know and find the whole title. 

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Virtual card numbers come to Apple Cash

Your Apple Cash  gets an upgrade with iOS 17.4, too. Now you can have a virtual card that can access your Apple Cash. This card comes with its own number, expiration date and three-digit security code, like a physical card. You can also easily request a new card number if you think your card has been compromised.

This feature is helpful if you want to use your Apple Cash at an online store that doesn't accept Apple Pay.

Another digital clock widget

In iOS 17.4, Apple introduced a new digital clock app widget called City Digital. This widget displays the time as well as a set location as opposed to wherever your iPhone is at the moment. This can be helpful if you're traveling or live far from family and friends but want to keep in touch without waking them up in the middle of the night.

Apple introduced the digital clock widget to iPhones with the release of iOS 17.2 .

More Stolen Device Protection options

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Stolen Device Protection now lets you always require a security delay, or only when you're away from locations like your home.

Apple introduced a few new options in  Stolen Device Protection  with iOS 17.4. The new options let you choose whether you want to always require a one-hour security delay to access certain settings or make changes, or to only require the delay when you're away from a familiar location like your home. 

Apple introduced Stolen Device Protection with iOS 17.3, and the intent of the feature is to protect some of your data if your device is stolen or falls into nefarious hands. The feature doesn't protect all your data, but Apple still recommends everyone turn it on.

New Battery Health readout for iPhone 15 models

With iOS 17.4,  iPhone 15 models  get a new  Battery Health  readout. If you go to  Settings > Battery, you'll see a new option which tells you the status of your battery's health in a word, like Normal or Service. You can also tap this option for more details about your battery, like its cycle count and maximum capacity. Before, your iPhone would show a percentage in relation to your battery's health without any indication of what it means.

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New Home button in the Music and Books apps

Apple introduced a Home button in Apple Music and the Books app with iOS 17.4. If you open either app and look at the bottom of your screen, the Home button is in the far-left corner. This button replaced Listen Now in Apple Music and Read Now in Books. 

If you're an Apple Music subscriber and tap the button, you're taken to a page that shows you menus, like Recently Played, and recommendations based on artists you've listened to. If you tap this button in the Books app, you see menus like Current Bestsellers and Start Reading for Free.

Previous iOS updates brought Home buttons to the Podcasts and Apple TV apps, so this change is likely Apple trying to apply some uniformity across its apps.

Siri can send messages in more than one language

In iOS 17.4, Apple gave Siri the ability to send messages in multiple languages. If you go to Settings > Siri & Search, you'll see the option  Messaging   with Siri , which replaced Automatically Send Messages . Tap Messaging with Siri  and you'll see Add Language . If you tap this, you can have Siri send messages in other languages, like Arabic, Spanish and Thai. Apple writes that Siri will also read messages using the languages in this list, but choosing one from this list won't change the primary language Siri listens and responds in. Prior to this, Siri could only send messages in English.

New Apple CarPlay and Maps experience in certain vehicles

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Certain Apple CarPlay supported vehicles will show a new Maps instrument cluster with iOS 17.4.

With iOS 17.4, if you use Apple CarPlay with Maps in certain supported vehicles, you'll see a new instrument cluster. 

"With supported CarPlay vehicles, Apple Maps will present a new instrument cluster experience with information about upcoming maneuvers," Apple wrote online . "Users will be able to swap the desired display type between the main and instrument cluster screen by tapping the map configuration button on the upper right of the Maps main screen."

However, Apple didn't say which vehicles support this new feature, and the company didn't immediately respond to a request for comment.

Here are the full release notes for iOS 17.4.

Emoji New mushroom, phoenix, lime, broken chain, and shaking heads emoji are now available in the emoji keyboard. 18 people and body emoji add the option to face them in either direction. Apple Podcasts Transcripts let you follow an episode with text that highlights in sync with the audio in English, Spanish, French and German. Episode text can be read in full, searched for a word or phrase, tapped to play from a specific point and used with accessibility features such as Text Size, Increase Contrast and VoiceOver. This update includes the following enhancements and bug fixes: Music recognition lets you add songs you have identified to your Apple Music Playlists and Library, as well as Apple Music Classic. Siri has a new option to announce messages you receive in any supported language. Stolen Device Protection supports the option for increased security in all locations. Battery Health in Settings shows battery cycle count, manufacture date, and first use on iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro models. Call Identification displays Apple-verified business name, logo and department name when available. Business updates in Messages for Business provide trusted information for order status, flight notifications, fraud alerts or other transactions you opt into. Apple Cash virtual card numbers enable you to pay with Apple Cash at merchants that don't yet accept Apple Pay by typing in your number from Wallet or using Safari AutoFill. Fixes an issue where contact pictures are blank in Find My. Fixes an issue for Dual SIM users where the phone number changes from primary to secondary and is visible to a group they have messaged. Some features may not be available for all regions or on all Apple devices. For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: https://support.apple.com/kb/HT201222

For more on iOS 17, check out all the new features that were included in iOS 17.3 and iOS 17.2 . You can also check out our iOS 17 cheat sheet .

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How to fix Safari not working on iPhone after iOS 17 update

Last Updated on December 3, 2023 by Dave Johnson

Some users have reported that Safari doesn’t load websites or webpages after iOS 17 update. There could be many reasons for Safari not working on your iPhone after iOS 17 update. This is especially an issue when you rely heavily on Safari to browse the internet.

Fortunately, most iOS 17 Safari problems are minor and can be fixed within a few minutes without much technical knowledge. Just follow the steps below to fix Safari if it isn’t working properly on your iPhone after iOS 17 update.

Note: Information in this article applies to the iPhone 11 series, 12 series, 13, 14, and 15 series iPhones.

How to fix Safari not working on iPhone in iOS 17

1. update safari.

Before you do anything, make sure that Safari is up-to-date. It is possible that a software update may fix your problem. Safari is part of iOS and included with iOS. This means when you update iOS, Safari will also be updated. This further means that you need to update iOS to install the latest Safari updates. Here is how:

  • Go to Settings and tap on General .
  • Tap on Software Update and install any available updates.

2. Close Safari and then reopen it

One of the ways you can fix minor app glitches on iOS is by force-quitting problematic apps.

So, if Safari is still not working for you, then you should force-quit and reopen the app. Here’s how:

  • iPhone XR, 11, 12, 13, 14, or 15, go to your Home screen and swipe up from the bottom of the screen. If this is an iPhone SE (2nd or 3rd generation), double press the Home button.
  • This will reveal the app switcher which lists your most recently used apps.
  • Swipe left or right and find the Safari preview.
  • Swipe up on the Safari icon.
  • Then reopen Safari normally to see if your issue is resolved.

3. Internet connection issues?

It is possible that Safari is not working after iOS 17 update due to problems with internet connection. Lets first try to test that if you have a strong connection. Open the App Store app on your device, does the App Store app load without an issue? Then probably you have a connection. If not, you may try:

  • Turn on Airplane Mode and wait about 30 seconds and then turn it off (Settings > Airplane Mode).
  • Restart your modem and router by unplugging the power cord and wait about 1 minute and then plug them back in.
  • Try a different connection. If you are using a cellular connection, connect to a Wi-Fi network to see if your problem still occurs. If you are using a Wi-Fi connection, then try to connect to a Wi-Fi network.

4. Check for VPN and security software

Sometimes VPN can interfere with website loading on Safari. To disable VPN on your device, follow the steps below:

  • Open Settings , then tap on General .
  • Tap VPN & Device Management , then tap VPN .
  • Also, look at Settings > General > Profiles . If this option doesn’t exist, you don’t have any profiles installed. If you see something here, it may have been installed by the system administrator for your company, and you should talk to them.

5. Restart your iPhone

You hear it all the time—turn your device off and on again. While this may sound like a cliche fix, restarting your iPhone has been known to clear your usable memory, which can speed up Safari.

If Safari is frozen or just a blank white screen, restarting your iPhone can also fix these problems. Here’s how:

  • iPhone XR, 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15 : Press the side button and the volume up button until the Power Off slider appears. Slide it, then wait 30 seconds. Press the side button until the Apple logo appears.
  • iPhone SE(2nd or 3rd gen) : Press and hold the side button until the Power Off slider appears. Slide it, then wait 30 seconds. Press the side button until the Apple logo appears.

6. Turn off private relay

Private Relay works like a VPN and routes your Internet traffic through two separate relays to encrypt traffic and hide your IP address. If you have an iCloud Plus subscription, the setting is enabled by default. Private Relay can affect some websites. Here’s what to do:

  • Open Settings , then tap on your name at the top.
  • Tap on iCloud , then if Private Relay is on, tap on Private Relay .
  • Toggle the switch next to Private Relay to turn it off.
  • Select Turn Off Until Tomorrow . If you find that this is the problem, you may want to turn it off completely.

7. Disable extensions

Safari extensions are useful tools, but some of them, and ad blockers, in particular, might prevent Safari from working properly. If you are using extensions, disable them and see if that fixes your problem. Here’s how:

  • Open the Settings app.
  • Tap Safari .
  • Tap Extensions .
  • Turn off all of the extensions.

Now, force-quit Safari and open again. If Safari is now working, this means that one or more of your extensions are causing your problem. What you can do is to turn on extensions one by one until you find the problematic one. When you find it, you can update or delete the associated app to fix your problem. If Safari is not working still, you can now enable your extensions.

8. Clear out Safari data

This will remove history, cookies and other data. The history will be cleared from all of your devices signed into iCloud.

  • Open the Settings app on your iPhone and then go into Safari .
  • Tap Clear History and Website Data .
  • Choose your time frame. You can choose all history .
  • Tap Clear History .

9. Check that JavaScript is enabled

JavaScript is on by default on most iOS devices. However, if you’re having issues with Safari, it’s likely that JavaScript is off. Sometimes, one might turn JavsScript off as some websites might not support it.

If you’ve turned JavaScript off or want to check if it’s off and turn it back on, follow the steps below:

  • Open Settings and tap on Safari .
  • Scroll down and tap on Advanced .
  • If JavaScript is off, toggle the switch to turn it on.

10. Turn off Safari experimental features

The experimental features of Safari give you access to upcoming web tools, ideas about web element changes, new browser initiatives, behavior adjustments, and other under-test development features by the Apple development team.

Sometimes, you’ll find activating these features beneficial to enhance the web app experience on Safari. However, if you don’t possess a clear idea of which experimental features of Safari are beneficial, you shouldn’t toy with this section of the Safari web browser application. Here’s how to check and disable Safari experimental features on your iPhone:

  • Open Settings .
  • scroll down and tap Advanced .
  • Tap Experimental Features . And toggle off everything here. If this does not resolve your problem, you can turn them on again.

11. Reset Network Settings

You can Reset Network Settings if nothing else has fixed your iOS 17 Safari problems. Resetting network settings can solve a variety of connection problems, however, you will need to set up all of your Wi-Fi networks again. Copy down your Wi-Fi networks and their passwords, then Reset Network Settings by following the steps below:

  • Go to Settings , then tap General .
  • Tap Transfer or Reset iPhone , then Reset .
  • Tap Reset Network Settings , then follow onscreen instructions.

12. Contact Apple Support

If none of the above has solved your iOS 17 Safari issues, you may want to contact Apple Support for more help.

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Troubleshooting, ios 17.4 update released to download with new emoji, podcasts transcripts, & bug fixes.

iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 updates released by Apple

Apple has released iOS 17.4 update for iPhone, and ipadOS 17.4 update for iPad.

The iOS/iPadOS 17.4 updates feature new Emoji icons including a phoenix and mushroom, a podcasts transcription feature, a handful of bug fixes and security updates, along with some minor additions and changes. European users also gain some specific new capabilities that allow them to add apps from outside the App Store, but users outside the EU zone will not have those options.

Separately, macOS Sonoma 14.4, watchOS 14.4, tvOS 14.4, and visionOS 1.1 are not yet available, but are expected to launch in the near future.

How to Download & Install iOS 17.4 / iPadOS 17.4 Update

You will want to make sure that you backup the iPhone or iPad to iCloud or a computer before starting the software update. Doing so makes sure you do not lose your data in the rare event that something goes wrong.

  • Open the “Settings” app on iPhone or iPad
  • Go to “General”
  • Select “Software Update”
  • Choose to “Update Now” for iOS 17.4 / iPadOS 17.4 to start the download and update process

iOS 17.4 update

Installing iOS 17.4 or iPadOS 17.4 requires the iPhone or iPad to restart, as usual.

You can also update your iPhone or iPad by connecting your device to a computer with Finder, or iTunes, or the newer Apple Devices app in Windows.

Advanced users can also use IPSW files to update their devices manually, though there’s little reason to take that approach for the majority of users.

iOS 17.4 IPSW Download Links

  • iPhone 15 Pro Max
  • iPhone 15 Pro
  • iPhone 15 Plus
  • iPhone 14 Pro Max
  • iPhone 14 Pro
  • iPhone 14 Plus
  • iPhone SE (3rd generation)
  • iPhone 13 Pro
  • iPhone 13 Pro Max
  • iPhone 13 mini
  • iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro
  • iPhone 12 Pro Max
  • iPhone 12 mini
  • iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max
  • iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max
  • iPhone SE (2nd generation)

iPadOS 17.4 IPSW Download Links

  • 11-in. iPad Pro (4th generation), 12.9-in. iPad Pro (6th generation)
  • 10.2-in. iPad (10th generation)
  • iPad Air (5th Generation)
  • iPad mini (6th generation)
  • 10.2-in. iPad (9th generation)
  • 11-in. iPad Pro (3rd generation), 12.9-in. iPad Pro (5th generation)
  • iPad Air (4th generation)
  • 10.2-in. iPad (8th generation)
  • 11-in. iPad Pro (1st and 2nd generations), 12.9-in. iPad Pro (3rd and 4th generations)
  • 10.5-in. iPad Pro (1st generation), 12.9-in. iPad Pro (2nd generation)
  • iPad (6th generation)
  • iPad mini (5th generation), iPad Air (3rd generation)
  • 10.2-in. iPad (7th generation)

iOS 17.4 Release Notes

Release notes accompanying the iOS 17.4 update are included below:

Emoji – New mushroom, phoenix, lime, broken chain, and shaking heads emoji are now available in the emoji keyboard – 18 people and body emoji add the option to face them in either direction Apple Podcasts – Transcripts let you follow an episode with text that highlights in sync with the audio in English, Spanish, French and German – Episode text can be read in full, searched for a word or phrase, tapped to play from a specific point and used with accessibility features such as Text Size, Increase Contrast, and VoiceOver This update includes the following enhancements and bug fixes: – Music recognition lets you add songs you have identified to your Apple Music Playlists and Library, as well as Apple Music Classical – Siri has a new option to announce messages you receive in any supported language – Stolen Device Protection supports the option for increased security in all locations – Battery Health in Settings shows battery cycle count, manufacture date, and first use on iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro models – Call Identification displays Apple-verified business name, logo, and department name when available – Business updates in Messages for Business provide trusted information for order status, flight notifications, fraud alerts or other transactions you opt into – Apple Cash virtual card numbers enable you to pay with Apple Cash at merchants that don’t yet accept Apple Pay by typing in your number from Wallet or using Safari AutoFill – Fixes an issue where contact pictures are blank in Find My – Fixes an issue for Dual SIM users where the phone number changes from primary to secondary and is visible to a group they have messaged Some features may not be available for all regions or on all Apple devices. For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: https://support.apple.com/kb/HT201222

Additional system software updates for MacOS, WatchOS, tvOS, and visionOS, are expected soon as well.

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Safari isn't an app which you update like other apps. Safari updates when you update iOS on your phone. Your signature suggests you are on iOS 11 on your iPhone 6. Your phone is a nearly 8 year old phone, which can be updated to iOS 12.5.5, but no further. Update your phone to iOS 12.5.5 and you'll get whatever Safari version is compatible at that level. If you need a more current version, then it's likely time to consider upgrading to a newer, more modern iPhone. We are currently on iOS 15.0.2 in the newer phones.

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Apple has confirmed it will release the final version of iOS 17.4, officially bringing the software update out of beta. iOS 17.4 is packed with changes including new emoji characters, podcast transcriptions, virtual Apple Cash card numbers, and much more. The update also addresses Digital Markets Act regulatory requirements in the EU with support for competing app marketplaces and other changes where required.

Table of contents

Release notes, availability.

iOS 17.4 emoji characters add new ways to express approval or denial, break through the chains, rise from the ashes, or just express that limes are superior to lemons. There’s also a mushroom that looks less out of Mario World and more out of the grocery store.

The new emoji characters are also available in macOS 14.4 on the Mac, watchOS 10.4 for Apple Watch, and iPadOS 17.4 for iPad. For Apple Vision Pro owners, they appear in visionOS 1.1.

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CarPlay in iOS 17.4 includes a new way to present Apple Maps data on cars with instrument cluster secondary displays.

Prior to iOS 17.4, the main display presented street-level directions while the instrument cluster showed the overview of your route while navigating. 

Starting with iOS 17.4, cars with instrument cluster displays can toggle the main display between a street-level view and the route view. Toggling modes swaps which view appears on which screen.

Effectively, this means that turn-by-turn directions can appear behind the steering wheel now rather than the overview mode. Most CarPlay implementations use a single display with a toggle for switching between views.

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Other changes include auto-generated transcripts in Apple Podcasts, a new setting for Stolen Device Protection , a setting for ignoring Double Tap on Apple Watch when using Vision Pro, and more .

  • New mushroom, phoenix, lime, broken chain, and shaking heads emoji are now available in the emoji keyboard
  • 18 people and body emoji add the option to face them in either direction

Apple Podcasts

  • Transcripts let you follow an episode with text that highlights in sync with the audio in English, Spanish, French and German
  • Episode text can be read in full, searched for a word or phrase, tapped to play from a specific point and used with accessibility features such as Text Size, Increase Contrast, and VoiceOver

This update includes the following enhancements and bug fixes:

  • Music recognition lets you add songs you have identified to your Apple Music Playlists and Library, as well as Apple Music Classical
  • Siri has a new option to announce messages you receive in any supported language
  • Stolen Device Protection supports the option for increased security in all locations
  • Battery Health in Settings shows battery cycle count, manufacture date, and first use on iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro models
  • Call Identification displays Apple-verified business name, logo, and department name when available
  • Business updates in Messages for Business provide trusted information for order status, flight notifications, fraud alerts or other transactions you opt into
  • Apple Cash virtual card numbers enable you to pay with Apple Cash at merchants that donât yet accept Apple Pay by typing in your number from Wallet or using Safari AutoFill
  • Fixes an issue where contact pictures are blank in Find My
  • Fixes an issue for Dual SIM users where the phone number changes from primary to secondary and is visible to a group they have messaged

iOS 17.4 for iPhone is now available for everyone. Changes due to the DMA are only offered in the EU.

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About iOS 16 Updates

iOS 16 brings a redesigned Lock Screen with new ways to customize and widgets for information at a glance. Link your Lock Screen to a Focus and use Focus filters to filter out distracting content in apps. Big updates to Messages let you edit or unsend a message you just sent. Visual Look Up lets you lift the subject of an image from the background and copy and paste it in apps like Mail and Messages. iOS 16 also includes new updates to Mail, Maps, Wallet, Health, News, and more.

For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: https://support.apple.com/kb/HT201222

Want to get the update or having issues updating? Learn more .

This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users.

For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website:

https://support.apple.com/kb/HT201222

This update fixes an issue where built-in Apple apps that have been deleted may not reinstall.

This update provides important bug fixes and security updates and is recommended for all users.

This update provides important security fixes and is recommended for all users. It also fixes an issue that prevents charging with the Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter.

This update includes enhancements, bug fixes, and security updates for your iPhone.

This update includes the following enhancements and bug fixes:

A new Pride Celebration wallpaper for the Lock Screen to honor the LGBTQ+ community and culture

Sports tab in Apple News gives easy access to stories, scores, standings, and more, for the teams and leagues you follow

My Sports score and schedule cards in Apple News take you directly to game pages where you can find additional details about specific games

Fixes an issue where Spotlight may become unresponsive

Addresses an issue where Podcasts in CarPlay may not load content

Fixes an issue where Screen Time settings may reset or not sync across all devices

Some features may not be available for all regions or on all Apple devices. For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website:

https://support.apple.com/HT201222

This update provides important bug fixes and security updates for your iPhone including:

Pushing hands emoji does not show skin tone variations

Siri does not respond in some cases

This update introduces 21 new emoji and includes other enhancements, bug fixes, and security updates for your iPhone.

21 new emoji including animals, hand gestures, and objects are now available in emoji keyboard

Notifications for web apps added to the Home Screen

Voice Isolation for cellular calls prioritizes your voice and blocks out ambient noise around you

Duplicates album in Photos expands support to detect duplicate photos and videos in an iCloud Shared Photo Library

VoiceOver support for maps in the Weather app

Accessibility setting to automatically dim video when flashes of light or strobe effects are detected

Fixes an issue where Ask to Buy requests from children may fail to appear on the parent's device

Addresses issues where Matter-compatible thermostats could become unresponsive when paired to Apple Home

Crash Detection optimizations on iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro models

This update provides important bug fixes and security updates for your iPhone.

iCloud settings may be unresponsive or incorrectly display if apps are using iCloud

Siri requests for Find My may not work

This update introduces a new Unity wallpaper to honor Black history and culture in celebration of Black History Month, Security Keys for Apple ID, and includes other enhancements, bug fixes, and security updates for your iPhone.

New Unity wallpaper honors Black history and culture in celebration of Black History Month

Security Keys for Apple ID allow users to strengthen the security of their account by requiring a physical security key as part of the two factor authentication sign in process on new devices

Support for HomePod (2nd generation)

Emergency SOS calls now require holding the side button with the up or down volume button and then releasing in order to prevent inadvertent emergency calls

Fixes an issue in Freeform where some drawing strokes created with Apple Pencil or your finger may not appear on shared boards

Addresses an issue where the wallpaper may appear black on the Lock Screen

Fixes an issue where horizontal lines may temporarily appear while waking up iPhone 14 Pro Max

Fixes an issue where the Home Lock Screen widget does not accurately display Home app status

Addresses an issue where Siri may not respond properly to music requests

Resolves issues where Siri requests in CarPlay may not be understood correctly

This update introduces Freeform, an app that offers a great place to brainstorm and bring your ideas to life. This release also adds Apple Music Sing, Advanced Data Protection for iCloud, Lock Screen improvements, and other features and bug fixes for your iPhone.

Freeform is a new app for working creatively with friends or colleagues on Mac, iPad and iPhone

A flexible canvas lets you add files, images, stickies, and more

Drawing tools let you sketch anywhere on the canvas with your finger

Apple Music Sing

A new way to sing along with millions of your favorite songs in Apple Music

Fully adjustable vocals let you duet with the original artist, sing solo, or mix it up

Newly enhanced beat-by-beat lyrics make it even easier to follow along with the music

Advanced Data Protection for iCloud

New option expands the total number of iCloud data categories protected using end-to-end encryption to 23 — including iCloud Backup, Notes, and Photos — protecting your information even in the case of a data breach in the cloud

Lock Screen

New settings allow you to hide wallpaper or notifications when Always-On display is enabled on iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max

Sleep widget lets you view your most recent sleep data

Medications widget lets you view reminders and quickly access your schedule

Game Center

SharePlay support in Game Center for multiplayer games so you can play with the people you are on a FaceTime call with

Activity Widget allows you to see what your friends are playing and achieving in games right from your Home Screen

Live Activities for Apple TV app let you follow your favorite teams with live scores right on your Lock Screen or in Dynamic Island on iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max

Improved reliability and efficiency of communication between your smart home accessories and Apple devices

This update also includes the following improvements and bug fixes:

Improved search in Messages allows you to find photos based on their content, like a dog, car, person, or text

Reload and Show IP Address setting enables iCloud Private Relay users to temporarily disable the service for a specific site in Safari

News articles in Weather display information relevant to the weather in that location

Participant Cursors in Notes allow you to see live indicators as others make updates in a shared note

AirDrop now automatically reverts to Contacts Only after 10 minutes to prevent unwanted requests to receive content

Fixes an issue that causes some notes not to sync with iCloud after updates are made

This update provides important security updates and the following enhancements for your iPhone:

Improved compatibility with wireless carriers

This update includes bug fixes and security updates and is recommended for all users.

This update introduces iCloud Shared Photo Library making it easy to keep your family photos up to date. This release also adds support for third party apps in Live Activities, support for Apple Fitness+ on iPhone even if you don’t have an Apple Watch, and includes other features and bug fixes for your iPhone.

iCloud Shared Photo Library

Separate library for seamlessly sharing photos and videos with up to five other people

Setup rules allow you to easily contribute past photos based on start date or people in the photos when you set up or join a library

Library filters for quickly switching between viewing the Shared Library, your Personal Library, or both libraries together

Shared edits and permissions let everyone add, edit, favorite, caption, and delete photos

Sharing toggle in Camera lets you choose to send photos you take straight to the Shared Library, or enable a setting to share automatically when other participants are detected nearby using Bluetooth

Live Activities

Live Activities from third party apps are available in the Dynamic Island and on the Lock Screen for iPhone 14 Pro models

Apple Fitness+ is supported on iPhone even if you don’t have an Apple Watch

Key sharing enables you to securely share car, hotel room, and other keys in Wallet using messaging apps such as Messages and WhatsApp

Matter, the new smart home connectivity standard, is supported enabling a wide variety of smart home accessories to work together across ecosystems

Clean Energy Charging

New setting that can try to reduce your carbon footprint by selectively charging when lower carbon emission electricity is available

Reader controls are automatically hidden as you start reading

This update also includes bug fixes for your iPhone:

Deleted conversations may appear in the conversations list in Messages

Dynamic Island content is not available when using Reachability

CarPlay may fail to connect when using a VPN app

This update provides bug fixes and important security updates for your iPhone including the following:

Incoming call and app notifications may be delayed or not delivered on iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max

Low microphone volume can occur during CarPlay phone calls on iPhone 14 models

Camera may be slow to launch or switch between modes on iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max

Mail crashes on launch after receiving a malformed email

Camera may vibrate and cause blurry photos when shooting with some third-party apps on iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max

Display may appear completely black during device setup

Copy and paste between apps may cause a permission prompt to appear more than expected

VoiceOver may be unavailable after rebooting

Addresses an issue where touch input was unresponsive on some iPhone X, iPhone XR, and iPhone 11 displays after being serviced

This update is recommended for all iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro users and provides important bug fixes including the following:

iMessage and FaceTime may not complete activation

Photos may appear soft when zooming in landscape orientation on iPhone 14 Pro Max

Enterprise single sign-on apps may fail to authenticate

Redesigned Lock Screen gives you all new ways to personalize your Lock Screen by showcasing favorite photos, customizing font styles, displaying widgets, and more

Multiple Lock Screens can be created and you can easily switch between them

Lock Screen gallery offers personalized suggestions along with Apple curated collections for your Lock Screen

Font and color options for customizing the look of the date and time on your Lock Screen

Widgets on the Lock Screen display information at a glance like the weather, battery levels, upcoming calendar events, and more

A new effect places the subject of the photo in front of the time (iPhone XS and later)

Photo styles change the color filter, tinting, and font style of photos on the Lock Screen to complement each other

Notifications appear at the bottom of your Lock Screen and can be displayed in an expanded list view, stacked view, or count view

Lock Screen linking connects your Lock Screen to a Focus, so you can activate a Focus by switching to the corresponding Lock Screen

Focus filters hide distracting content in apps like Calendar, Mail, Messages, Safari and third party apps

Streamlined setup makes it easier and faster to get started with Focus, with personalized Lock Screen and Home Screen suggestions that include apps and widgets that are relevant to the Focus you’re setting up

Edit a message for up to 15 minutes after sending it and recipients see a record of edits

Undo send allows you to recall any message for up to 2 minutes after sending it

Mark as unread makes it easy to come back to a conversation later

SharePlay in Messages lets you enjoy activities like watching movies, listening to music, playing games, and more with friends while messaging

Collaboration provides a simple way to invite others to collaborate on a file via Messages and get activity updates in the thread when someone makes an edit to a shared project

Improved search delivers more accurate, complete results and provide suggestions as soon as you begin to type

Undo send allows you to cancel delivery of a message within 10 seconds of hitting send

Scheduled send for sending an email at a specific day and time

Follow‑up surfaces sent emails that have not been replied to, to the top of your inbox so you can quickly follow‑up

Remind me lets you schedule a date and time to be reminded about an email

Safari and Passkeys

Shared Tab Groups let you share a set of tabs with others and see the Tab Group update instantly as you work together

Tab Group start pages can be customized with different background images and favorites for each Tab Group

Pinned tabs in Tab Groups enable you to pin frequently visited websites for each Tab Group

Safari web page translation adds translation for web pages in Turkish, Thai, Vietnamese, Polish, Indonesian, and Dutch

Passkeys offer support for an easier and safer sign‑in method to replace passwords

Passkey syncing through iCloud Keychain makes your passkeys available across all your Apple devices while keeping them end-to-end encrypted

Live Text video support allows you to interact with text in a paused video frame so you can copy, translate, lookup, share, and more (iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR and later)

Quick actions let you take action on data detected in photos and videos with a single tap, so you can track flights or shipments, translate foreign languages, convert currencies, and more (iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR and later)

Visual Look Up

Lift subject from background isolates the subject of an image so you can copy and paste it into apps like Mail and Messages (iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR and later)

Visual Look Up adds recognition of birds, insects, spiders, and statues in your photos (iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR and later)

Easy Shortcuts setup makes it possible to run shortcuts with Siri as soon as you download an app with no upfront setup (iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR and later)

A new setting allows you to send messages without Siri asking you to confirm before sending

“Hey Siri, what can I do here?” helps you discover Siri capabilities in iOS and apps just by asking (iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR and later)

Call hang up option for ending Phone and FaceTime calls with Siri by saying “Hey Siri, hang up.” (iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR and later)

All-new Dictation experience supports using your voice and keyboard together to enter and edit text (iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR and later)

Automatic punctuation inserts commas, periods, and question marks as you dictate

Emoji support lets you insert emoji using your voice (iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR and later)

Multi-stop routing supports adding up to fifteen stops along your driving route in Maps

Transit cards in Maps let you see low balances and replenish your card when you add transit cards to Wallet, all without leaving Maps

Transit fares show you how much your journey will cost in the San Francisco Bay Area, London, New York, and San Diego

Apple Pay and Wallet

Apple Pay Order Tracking allows you to receive detailed receipt and order tracking information in Wallet for Apple Pay purchases with participating merchants

ID cards in Wallet lets you share verified information with apps that require identity verification (iPhone 8 and later)

Apple Account supports topping-up your account balance from your Apple Account card in Wallet

Redesigned Home app makes it easier to navigate, organize, view, and control your smart home accessories

Home tab now integrates all your accessories, rooms, and scenes into a single tab for a whole-house view, allowing you to see your entire home at a glance

Categories for lights, climate, security, speakers and TVs, and water let you quickly access all the relevant accessories organized by room, and displays more detailed status information

New camera view displays up to four cameras front and center in the Home tab, scroll to see any additional camera views in your home

Redesigned accessory tiles feature more visually recognizable icons that are color-matched to their category, and new behaviors for more precise accessory controls

Medications feature helps you track and manage your medications, vitamins and supplements by creating a list, custom schedules and reminders, and then viewing logging over time

Add medications using your iPhone camera (iPhone XS, iPhone XR and later)

Interaction alerts inform you if there is a critical interaction when you add a new medication

Cycle deviation notifications alert you if your logged menstrual cycles show a pattern of infrequent periods, irregular periods, prolonged periods, or persistent spotting

Invitations for Health Sharing allow loved ones to easily and securely share their health data with you

Health Sharing reminders give you transparency and control over the health data you are sharing with loved ones

My Sports enables you to easily follow your favorite teams and leagues and watch highlights right in the News app

Favorites give you easy access to the channels and topics you read the most, in a consistent place near the top of your Today feed

New homepages deliver visually updated and easier to navigate topic feeds for local news locales, sports teams and leagues, and more

Family Sharing

Improved child account setup makes it easier to create an account for a child with the right parental controls, including age‑appropriate media restrictions

Device setup for a child lets you use Quick Start to easily set up a new iOS or iPadOS device for your child with your selected parental controls in place

Screen Time requests in Messages make it even easier to approve or decline requests from your child

Family Checklist gives you tips and suggestions like updating a child’s parental control settings, turning on location sharing, or just reminding you to share your iCloud+ subscription with everyone

Safety Check

Safety Check is a new section in Settings to help people in domestic or intimate partner violence situations quickly reset the access they’ve granted to others

Emergency reset lets you quickly take action to reset access across all people and apps, including disabling location sharing via Find My, resetting privacy permissions for apps, and more

Manage sharing and access helps you review and customize which apps and people can access your information

Accessibility

Door detection in Magnifier locates a door, reads signs and symbols around it, and gives you instructions for how to open the door (iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro)

Apple Watch mirroring provides full control of Apple Watch from iPhone and supports use of Switch Control, Voice Control, or any other assistive features on iPhone to get the most out of your Apple Watch

Live Captions (beta) automatically converts audio into text for users who are Deaf or hard of hearing to follow along more easily with calls and media content (iPhone 11 and later)

Buddy controller helps users with cognitive disabilities get support from a caregiver or friend while playing a game, by combining inputs from multiple game controllers into one

VoiceOver is now available in over 20 new languages and locales, including Bangla (India), Bulgarian, Catalan, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese

Voice Control spelling mode gives you the option to dictate names, addresses, or other custom spellings letter by letter

This release also includes other features and improvements:

Fitness app lets you track and meet your fitness goals even if you don’t yet have an Apple Watch, using iPhone motion sensors to give you an estimate of your calories to contribute to your daily Move goal

AirPods Pro (2nd generation) support

Personalized Spatial Audio uses the TrueDepth camera on iPhone to create a personal profile for Spatial Audio that delivers a more precise and immersive listening experience on AirPods (3rd generation), AirPods Pro (1st and 2nd generation), AirPods Max

Handoff in FaceTime allows you to move FaceTime calls seamlessly from your iPhone to your iPad or Mac, and vice versa

Memoji updates include more sticker poses, hairstyles, headwear, noses, and lip colors

Quick Note adds support for taking a note in any app on your iPhone and adding links to create context and easily find content

Translate camera lets you translate text around you using the camera in the Translate app

Duplicate detection in Photos identifies duplicate photos so you can quickly clean up your library

Foreground blur for portrait photos in Camera blurs objects in the foreground for a more realistic-looking depth-of-field effect (iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max)

Pinned lists in Reminders helps you quickly navigate to your favorite lists

Search on the Home Screen enables Spotlight to be accessed directly from the bottom of the Home Screen, making it easy to open apps, find contacts, or get information from the web

Automatically send messages in CarPlay to skip the confirmation step when sending messages

Rapid Security Response gets important security improvements to your devices even faster, as they can be applied automatically between standard software updates

This release includes even more features and improvements. For more information, please visit this website: https://www.apple.com/ios/ios-16

Some features may not be available for all regions or on all iPhone models. For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit this website: https://support.apple.com/kb/HT201222

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  1. Update to the latest version of Safari

    To update Safari on iPhone or iPad, update iOS or iPadOS. To update Safari on Apple Vision Pro, update visionOS. Get Safari updates for Windows. Apple no longer offers Safari updates for Windows or other PC operating systems. Safari 5.1.7 for Windows, released in 2010 and now outdated, was the last version made for Windows.

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  3. About iOS 17 Updates

    iOS 17 brings big updates to Phone, Messages, and FaceTime that give you new ways to express yourself as you communicate. StandBy delivers a new full-screen experience with glanceable information designed to view from a distance when you turn iPhone on its side while charging. AirDrop makes it easier to share and connect with those around you and adds NameDrop for contact sharing.

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    You can even copy images, video, or text from Safari on your iPhone or iPad, then paste into another app on your nearby Mac — or vice versa. Learn more about continuity. Handoff Reading List iCloud Keychain. Handoff. When you use Safari on multiple devices, your tabs carry over from one Apple device to another. So you can search, shop, work ...

  6. How to update Safari

    1. To update your browser on macOS, click on the Apple menu and select System Preferences. This will open the System Preferences window. 2. Next, click on Software Update and wait for your device ...

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    Safari is a web browser app and web technology platform available on iOS and macOS. It's built on WebKit, a fast, open-source web rendering engine that implements web standards. Safari includes Apple web innovations such as Intelligent Tracking Prevention, Reader mode, Safari App Extensions, and Web Inspector.

  10. Update Safari on iPhone: Easy Step-by-Step Guide

    1. Update Safari using your computer: Connect your iPhone to your computer using a cable. On a Mac (macOS 10.15 or later), open the Finder and select your iPhone. Then, click on General and click Check for Update. On a Mac (macOS 10.14 or earlier) or a Windows PC, open iTunes. Click on the iPhone icon, then click Summary and Check for Update.

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    Fortunately, updating Safari on your iPhone is easy and only takes a few minutes. Here's how: 1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone by tapping its icon on the home screen. 2. Scroll down and ...

  12. Why and how to update web browsers on iPhone and Mac

    Here are the steps to update all leading browsers on Mac. Safari. Like iPhone and iPad, Safari updates on Mac are handled by macOS updates. To ensure you have the latest version of Safari on your Mac, go to System Preferences and click Software Update. From here, download and install any pending macOS update.

  13. Customize your Safari settings on iPhone

    You can customize your start page with new background images and options. Open the Safari app on your iPhone. Tap , then tap . Scroll to the bottom of the page, then tap Edit. Choose the options you want to appear on your start page: Favorites: Display shortcuts to your favorite bookmarked websites. See Bookmark a favorite website.

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  16. Top 4 ways to update Safari on iPhone and Mac

    Update Safari on iPhone using the App Store. Step 1: Long press the App Store icon on your iPhone's home screen. - Advertisement -. Step 2: Hit the Updates option. - Advertisement -. Step 3: Make sure your Account page is refreshed. You can do this by pulling down the top of the page and then releasing it. Step 4: Scroll down to Safari and ...

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  18. How to update my safari in my iphone 12

    Best. Best reply. stedman1. Level 10. 255,769 points. Jan 29, 2021 10:20 AM in response to Rbouet. The version of SafarI on an iPhone is determined by the version of iOS. If the iOS is up to date (14.4) then Safari is up to date. Reply.

  19. How to update Safari for iPhone 11?

    Sep 1, 2021 6:25 PM in response to patwessling. You can't update Safari independently of iOS. You can update Safari by updating the software on your iPhone. Go to Settings > General > Software Update to check for an update.

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  21. How to fix Safari not working on iPhone after iOS 17 update

    Go to Settings and tap on General. Tap on Software Update and install any available updates. 2. Close Safari and then reopen it. One of the ways you can fix minor app glitches on iOS is by force-quitting problematic apps. So, if Safari is still not working for you, then you should force-quit and reopen the app.

  22. iOS 17.4 Update Released to Download with New Emoji, Podcasts

    Apple has released iOS 17.4 update for iPhone, and ipadOS 17.4 update for iPad. The iOS/iPadOS 17.4 updates feature new Emoji icons including a phoenix and mushroom, a podcasts transcription feature, a handful of bug fixes and security updates, along with some minor additions and changes. ... - See Who Sent You a Link in Safari on iPhone, Mac ...

  23. Update to the latest version of Safari

    To update Safari on iPhone or iPad, update iOS or iPadOS. To update Safari on Apple Vision Pro, update visionOS. Get Safari updates for Windows. Apple no longer offers Safari updates for Windows or other PC operating systems. Safari 5.1.7 for Windows, released in 2010 and now outdated, was the last version made for Windows.

  24. How do I update safari on my iPhone

    Update your phone to iOS 12.5.5 and you'll get whatever Safari version is compatible at that level. If you need a more current version, then it's likely time to consider upgrading to a newer, more modern iPhone. We are currently on iOS 15.0.2 in the newer phones. View in context.

  25. iOS 17.4 update is here: 5 new features coming to your iPhone

    The new iOS 17.4 update is officially here. Expect a gaggle of new emojis, tweaks to Apple Podcasts, and more. Curious about the eye-catching new features that will grace your iPhone?

  26. Apple releases iOS 17.4 with new emoji, CarPlay update, more

    Apple has confirmed it will release the final version of iOS 17.4, officially bringing the software update out of beta. iOS 17.4 is packed with changes including new emoji characters, podcast ...

  27. About iOS 16 Updates

    iOS 16 brings a redesigned Lock Screen with new ways to customize and widgets for information at a glance. Link your Lock Screen to a Focus and use Focus filters to filter out distracting content in apps. Big updates to Messages let you edit or unsend a message you just sent. Visual Look Up lets you lift the subject of an image from the background and copy and paste it in apps like Mail and ...