iOS 15 Feature Exploration

Ensure your iPhone is compatible with iOS 15 and then update your device by going to Settings > General > Software Update. Download and install the new software.

Familiarize yourself with any interface changes such as new icons, control center updates, and notifications. Spend time reviewing changes to the home screen layout or the app library if applicable.

Investigate new privacy controls by visiting Settings > Privacy. Review changes including App Privacy Report and any modifications to location settings or app permissions.

Configure Focus modes to minimize distractions. Go to Settings > Focus to set up custom Focus profiles for activities such as work, driving, or sleeping.

Try out Live Text in the Camera and Photos apps, which allows you to interact with text in your images. You can copy, paste, look up, and translate text in photos.

Open the Maps app and review enhanced details such as 3D landmarks, new driving features, and improved transit directions. If you commute, check for updates to your frequently used routes.

Navigate to Safari and explore enhancements such as a redesigned browsing experience, new tab bar, and Tab Groups. Experiment with customizing the start page.

Review any new widgets by touching and holding an empty area on the home screen and then tapping the '+' icon to add widgets. Look for new options relevant to iOS 15.

Open Messages and note any new features such as enhanced Memoji, Shared with You, and any other changes to group messaging or integration with other apps.

Check the Health app for any new features pertaining to your health data. Explore new tracking capabilities and improved data sharing options with family or healthcare providers.

Try new voice commands with Siri, including on-device requests and the ability to share content from your screen. Review any changes to Siri's voice options in Settings.

Use FaceTime and explore improvements such as spatial audio, voice isolation, grid view, and Portrait mode. Test the new FaceTime links to initiate calls with non-Apple users.

Before updating to iOS 15, ensure you have a recent backup of your iPhone. This can be done through iCloud or by using a computer with iTunes.

After updating, monitor your device's battery life as some users report changes after software updates. Check for apps that may be consuming more power than necessary.