iOS: Operating System Guides & Features
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When can you download iOS 26? Here's what you need to know
iOS 26 brings a fresh "Liquid Glass" design and new Apple Intelligence features. Here's what you need to know, and if your phone will get the update
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11 new features coming to Messages in iOS 26
With iOS 26, the Messages app gets a fresh look and several new features. Here's everything that's new
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Sick of Siri? iPhone owners can use Gemini too. Here's how
Not many iPhone users know this, but Google Gemini is also available for iOS. Here's how to use it, and what the new lock screen widgets mean
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Update iOS now: Serious security flaw could give free rein to hackers
iOS 18.3.2 and iPadOS 18.3.2 are out now, and we urge you to update your iPhone or iPad as soon as possible.
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Apple Intelligence not for you? Tough.
Apple's most recent iOS update forces users to use Apple Intelligence whether they like it or not.
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Apple's new AI-powered Siri might not come out this year
Announced back at WWDC 2024, the new Siri was finally expected in April this year. However, Apple has decided to delay its release once again
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Apple prepares to integrate Google Gemini into Apple Intelligence
Apple Intelligence can currently send Siri requests to ChatGPT to provide more contextual responses than Siri itself can offer.
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Better change these iPhone defaults or say goodbye to your data
While companies like Apple are always improving security, sometimes the default settings on your iPhone can actually put you at risk
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iPhone users just got this long-awaited free feature
Apple has rolled out a very useful update to all iOS devices that makes upgrading much easier, but there's a catch
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How to make your phone vibrate
Learn how to make your phone vibrate for calls, messages, and notifications on both iPhone and Android
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Apple Intelligence has finally arrived in the UK…but only on some devices
iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.2 bring Apple Intelligence to the UK for the first time, but not all devices are compatible
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Hidden iOS 18.1 feature makes iPhones restart automatically
Recent reports suggest that the latest version of iPhone software has been causing problems for law enforcement agencies
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Google Gemini app for iPhone spotted on the App Store
Since its launch, Google Gemini on iOS has only been part of the Google app, but that could be about to change
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Your iPhone might tell you how long it'll take to charge soon
iOS 18 has introduced many new features to the iPhone, and more are coming, potentially including the ability to get an estimate of charging times
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Google Maps will get free AI upgrades – but not yet for UK users
UK users will have to wait until they can ask Maps for things to do and summaries of reviews. But new route planning features are coming for all
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iPhone users report extreme battery drain bug
Users who have upgraded to iOS 18 are suffering from the bug but there may be a natural reason
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The iPhone might finally get one of its most requested features
Ever given someone your iPhone and winced as they accessed all your personal stuff? Apple's new patent would solve this problem
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Time to update: iOS 18.0.1 includes these bug fixes and security patches
The latest software for your iPhone is here and here's why you should upgrade and how to download it
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Android or iPhone? How to decide which is right for you
When buying a new smartphone, software will be your first decision. Here's how to figure out if Android or iOS is best suited to you
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