Apple unveils 'Standby' mode in iOS 17, transforming iPhones into smart displays
- Apple announced a new feature called Standby in iOS 17 that turns an iPhone into a dockable smart display.
- When an iPhone is charging in landscape mode, Standby activates and displays information like the time, weather, notifications, and more through interactive widgets.
- Standby adapts to ambient light and can showcase photos, acting as a digital photo frame.
- It's unclear if Standby will be available for iPads in addition to iPhones.
- While concerns remain about Standby's impact on battery life, a MagSafe charger could help enable the feature.