iOS 26 features you actually need to know, and how to get the iPhone update

Apple's iOS 26 update is available to download on iPhone now, here's everything you need to know.

Lloyd Coombes     October 29, 2025

I upgraded my iPhone 14 Pro to iOS 26 — and I wish I hadn’t

If I could turn back time…

Alan Martin     October 29, 2025

iOS 26.1 RC introduces tinted Liquid Glass, camera swipe toggle, and new AI features

Apple’s iOS 26.1 RC introduces Liquid Glass customization, a new lock screen camera toggle, expanded Apple Intelligence language support, and usability updates.

Moinak Pal     October 28, 2025

Apple is readying a long-overdue display upgrade for MacBook Air

Apple plans OLED screens for the MacBook Air by 2028, delivering richer colors, deeper contrast, and improved HDR, bringing the notebook closer to iPhone-level visuals.

Shikhar Mehrotra     October 28, 2025

Keep your wallets closed because Apple’s foldable might be delayed till 2027

Apple’s foldable iPhone may face a delay to 2027 as Samsung continues to refine its foldable lineup.

Moinak Pal     October 28, 2025

MacPaw’s Moonlock app promises clutter-free security for your Mac

Moonlock, the latest app from CleanMyMac creator MacPaw, offers Mac users a sleek new defense system with real-time protection, network monitoring, and a built-in VPN, all designed to keep your Macbook safe without the usual software clutter.

Manisha Priyadarshini     October 28, 2025

Your next iPhone could have a simpler camera button

Apple is reportedly simplifying the iPhone 18 camera button to a pressure-only design, then moving to localized haptics by iPhone 20. You keep the same gestures now, with a bigger feel shift coming later.

Paulo Vargas     October 28, 2025

Your passport on your iPhone is getting closer, but there will be restrictions

Apple is gearing up to put a digital US passport in Wallet for TSA identity checks during domestic travel. It is REAL ID compliant, not a border document, and will arrive later this year with a phased rollout.

Paulo Vargas     October 28, 2025

Your iPad could soon get powerful new apps previously exclusive to Macs

Apple is reportedly prepping new iPad apps for Pixelmator Pro, Compressor, Motion, and MainStage, which could make the tablet far more capable for creative workflows.

Pranob Mehrotra     October 28, 2025

iPhone 18 Pro’s camera might get a DSLR-like upgrade, and I’m all for it

The iPhone 18 Pro may introduce a DSLR-style variable aperture and manual controls, giving photographers more creative power than ever.

Shikhar Mehrotra     October 27, 2025

Spotify’s new Apple TV app brings videos, lyrics, and DJ controls to your big screen

Spotify has rebuilt its Apple TV app from from scratch to deliver a faster, more immersive experience designed for the big screen. The update brings smarter playback, video support, lyrics, and on-screen DJ recommendations, turning your Apple TV into a complete Spotify hub.

Manisha Priyadarshini     October 27, 2025

You can finally use Adobe’s Indigo camera app on iPhone 17, but selfies will have to wait

Adobe’s Project Indigo camera app is finally compatible with the iPhone 17, but there’s a catch. While you can now use its pro-level tools, manual controls, and multi-frame magic on the rear camera, the front cam is still disabled. Selfie fans will have to hang tight till the release of iOS 26.1.

Manisha Priyadarshini     October 27, 2025

I tested smart glasses that cost a fraction of Vision Pro and get way more work done

Viture Luma Pro cost a fraction compared to the Apple Vision Pro, but they handle wearable computing with a lot more style and plenty of substance without hurting your face.

Nadeem Sarwar     October 27, 2025

I tested the AI on Apple Watch Series 11 and Galaxy Watch 8. It’s a no-contest

I pitted Gemini on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic against Siri on the Apple Watch Series 11. Google's AI is, by far, the best on-wrist companion.

Nadeem Sarwar     October 26, 2025

You paid top dollar for an iPhone, now Apple wants you to see ads too

Apple is preparing to roll out paid ads within its Maps app by 2026, allowing businesses to promote listings — a move that may boost revenue but frustrate premium iPhone users.

Moinak Pal     October 26, 2025

The next iPad Pro could be cooler, smarter, and maybe even foldable

Apple is developing a vapor chamber cooling system for the next iPad Pro, working on ad integration in Apple Maps, and facing major delays in its ambitious foldable iPad project.

Moinak Pal     October 26, 2025

iPhone 18 rumors hint at 12GB RAM for everyone, not just the Pros

Apple is reportedly planning to give every iPhone 18 model 12GB of RAM, unifying performance across its lineup as it gears up for next-gen AI features and on-device processing.

Moinak Pal     October 26, 2025

MacBook Pro M5 finally makes battery replacement easier, but not perfect yet

In its latest teardown the repair experts at iFixit found the MacBook Pro M5 finally lets you access battery pull-tabs without removing the trackpad — a subtle yet meaningful win for repairability. Apple still sells only a “top-case with battery and keyboard” kit, but this shift signals change. Just don’t ignore reports of thermal throttling under heavy loads.

Varun Mirchandani     October 25, 2025

The iPhone 18 Pro could get internet connectivity from space

Apple is reportedly developing full 5G satellite internet support for the iPhone 18 series, potentially allowing users to access high-speed internet directly from satellites - no cell towers or Starlink dishes needed.

Moinak Pal     October 25, 2025

How to copy and paste on Windows, Mac, and Chromebook

Here's how to copy and paste in just a few quick steps, whether you have a Windows or macOS machine, prefer using a keyboard, or would rather just use a mouse.

Jon Martindale     October 24, 2025

I’m loving the iPhone 17 Pro, but not for the reasons you think

The iPhone 17 Pro is a $100 pricier, but for that hike, Apple has served more than your usual generation-over-generation platter. This one must be savored slowly to revel in its small gains.

Nadeem Sarwar     October 23, 2025

Bremen researchers uncover mobile health apps with a bad case of data leakage

A University of Bremen study has uncovered that many popular health and fitness apps transmit user data before consent, using manipulative design tricks and vague privacy policies that undermine true transparency.

Moinak Pal     October 23, 2025

Apple’s new tool could make iPhone-Android data transfer less of a headache

Apple is testing AppMigrationKit, a new feature in the iOS 26.1 beta that could finally make switching between iPhone and Android easier. The tool lets apps securely move on-device data like settings and files, so your information can travel with you when you change phones.

Manisha Priyadarshini     October 22, 2025

Apple’s next-gen iPhone chip could make upgrading in 2026 more expensive for you

Apple’s next-gen A20 chip, built on TSMC’s 2nm process, could increase iPhone 18 Pro prices dramatically in 2026.

Shikhar Mehrotra     October 22, 2025

Apple might skip straight to iPhone 20, marking a new era

Apple is reportedly planning to skip the iPhone 19 altogether and go straight to the iPhone 20 in 2027, aligning with the 20-year anniversary of the original iPhone. Alongside the bold name change, the company is rumored to be preparing a major redesign featuring curved-glass edges, hidden sensors, and a refreshed launch timeline that signals a brand-new era for the iPhone.

Varun Mirchandani     October 22, 2025

Apple could treat you to a different foldable iPhone in just a few years

Apple’s foldable roadmap is coming into focus, with a book-style iPhone targeted for 2026 and a clamshell in 2028.

Paulo Vargas     October 22, 2025

How to reverse image search on Android and iOS using Google or ChatGPT

It's easy to find or reverse-search images with Google on your mobile device. We show you how it's done in Android or iPhone, plus a few apps that can help out.

Jackie Dove     October 22, 2025

Waiting for a foldable iPad? Apple might not have it ready before 2029

Apple's 18-inch foldable iPad faces major delays due to weight issues, pushing the launch to 2029 or later.

Shikhar Mehrotra     October 21, 2025

You’re not imagining it, your selfies are better on the iPhone 17 Pro

DXOMARK crowns the iPhone 17 Pro’s front camera, and the reason shows up in your selfies. A square 18MP sensor and smarter framing make faces look better with less effort.

Paulo Vargas     October 21, 2025

Apple’s Liquid Glass gets a makeover with new toggle on iOS 26.1 beta 4

Apple’s new iOS 26.1 update adds a Liquid Glass toggle, letting users choose between a clear, transparent design or a bold, high-contrast look, improving customization and accessibility across devices.

Moinak Pal     October 21, 2025

I compared the iPhone 17 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro zooms, and it’s not even close

I pitted the iPhone 17 Pro's telephoto camera against the one on the Google Pixel 10 Pro. It appears that AI now has an upper hand over sensor and algorithmic excellence.

Nadeem Sarwar     October 20, 2025

Samsung’s prepping its iCloud rival to lock you further into the Galaxy ecosystem

Samsung is set to revive its cloud storage platform with new paid tiers, challenging iCloud and Google Drive.

Shikhar Mehrotra     October 20, 2025

I wore the Apple Watch Series 11 for a month and it fixed my wearable anxiety

Smartwatch anxiety is a well-known problem. On the Apple Watch Series 11, you get an AI-driven fix for that, with some extra help from the hardware engineering side.

Nadeem Sarwar     October 19, 2025

iPhone Fold might arrive later than originally thought, as screen spec leaks

Apple’s iPhone Fold may slip to 2027 as fresh reports firm up screen sizes and panel tech.

Paulo Vargas     October 17, 2025