Apple has officially released iOS 17 to general users with tons of cool new features, from some like contact posters and FaceTime effects that you'll definitely use on a daily basis to some that you'll forget about once the novelty wears off. However, the Journal app was missing from iOS 17 at launch. But now, with the release of the iOS 17.2 firmware update, the much-awaited iOS 17 Journal app has finally made its appearance. This post details everything you need to know about the iOS 17 Journal app. This post details everything you need to know about the iOS 17 Journal app.

Being reminded of life's special moments is a powerful thing. For example, we often hear about how much people love watching commemorative movies created from photos taken on their iPhones. And that's exactly where the new Journal app in iOS 17 comes into play. The journaling app helps users not only remember but also write about their experiences inspired by rich details of their day, including people, places, activities and even music in addition to photos.

Apple has designed the Journal app to combat some of the major challenges people face in journaling. For example, the Journal app provides text messages that ask questions about your day to help you get your thoughts across. This can help those struggling to overcome writer's block. You can even set daily reminders if you have trouble remembering to sit down and write in your journal.

As mentioned earlier, Journal app is available in iOS 17.2 update. Therefore, you just need to update your iPhone to iOS 17.2 to get the iOS 17 Journal app running on your iPhone. However, keep in mind that the app will automatically appear on your iPhone when you update it, and if you uninstall it, you won't be able to get it back because the Journal app isn't available on the App Store right now. Meanwhile, there are some great Journal app alternatives you can try right now.