From CNET: If you're the friend who always says, "Drive safe!" or the parent asking your kids to text you when they arrive somewhere, this iOS 17 feature is for you. The newest software update gives iPhone users the ability to send and receive check-in notifications.
The new iOS 17, launched earlier this year, makes sending and monitoring check-ins easy. The feature uses messaging and location-tracking services to automatically alert your chosen recipients when you arrive at your destination. If you're delayed or don't respond for any reason, your recipients are automatically notified.
This feature is a great way to send safety checks to your friends and family, especially if you don't live near your loved ones or sometimes forget to respond to texts asking if you arrived somewhere alright. It's one way to help reduce travel anxiety and keep tabs on your loved ones, even when you aren't nearby.
Here's how the new Check In feature works and how to send one. Note that this feature is only available when both the sender and recipient have iOS 17 installed.
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