While the new iPhone 17 Pro models boast impressive durability claims for their glass surfaces, early hands-on reports and durability tests have identified a specific cosmetic vulnerability. Since the device’s launch on September 22, 2025, users and reviewers have noted that the sharp, anodized aluminum edge of the rear camera plateau is prone to chipping and scuffing.
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iPhone 17 Pro 'Scratchgate' issues are real: protect yours now
New iPhone 17 units show scratches in stores. Here’s why it happens and how you should protect your phone today.
iPadOS 26 hurts touch-only users — here’s why
iPadOS 26 finally did the thing power users asked for: real windows that behave like windows. On a desk, with a keyboard and trackpad, it feels modern and fast. External displays make sense. File work is less fiddly. Even small quality-of-life tweaks like a quick swipe for the clock in fullscreen help.
Apple Rolls Out Major New Parental Controls for iPhone and iPad
Apple has officially released a significant update to its suite of parental controls, making new and expanded features available across its entire ecosystem.
WhatsApp Adds Message Translation to iOS Supporting 19 Languages
WhatsApp introduces built-in message translations on iOS and Android, supporting multiple languages with on-device privacy and automatic chat translation.
Tim Cook Returns to Tokyo for Apple Ginza Reopening
Apple CEO Tim Cook visits Tokyo for the grand reopening of Apple Ginza, the company’s first international store, reopening September 26.
iPhone 17 Pro Teardown Reveals Vapor Chamber Cooling and Scratchgate Issues
iFixit’s iPhone 17 Pro teardown reveals new vapor chamber cooling, battery tray design, scratchgate concerns, and a mixed 7/10 repairability score.
iOS 26 Is Haunting iPhones With Old Messages and Photos
When iOS 26 rolled out, some iPhone owners got an unwelcome surprise: thousands of deleted messages, photos, and even notes suddenly reappeared.
iPhone 17 and Air users hit by Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and CarPlay bugs
iPhone 17 and iPhone Air users report Wi-Fi and Bluetooth dropouts affecting CarPlay. Reports suggest a software bug fix is coming.
Apple Wallet to Add US Passport Support in iOS 26 Soon
Apple confirms U.S. passport support in Wallet with iOS 26 later this year, expanding digital ID use beyond state licenses.
iPhone Mirroring gets Live Activities in macOS Tahoe
Apple expands iPhone Mirroring in macOS Tahoe with Live Activities, letting you view and manage real-time iPhone updates directly on Mac.
This iPhone Trick Opens Any App's Settings in a Single Tap
A clever and remarkably simple iPhone Shortcut is gaining attention for its ability to solve a common annoyance: digging through menus to find an app’s specific settings. The one-tap solution allows you to jump directly from any application to its corresponding page within the Settings app.
iPhone 17 Wi-Fi keeps dropping? Your Apple Watch might be the reason
A small but noisy group of new iPhone 17 owners say Wi-Fi (and sometimes Bluetooth) briefly drops—often killing AirPlay or wireless CarPlay—before reconnecting a few seconds later. Reports span the iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air.
Apple Finally Opens Its First-Ever Store in Detroit
Apple’s first-ever downtown Detroit store opened at 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 19, drawing long lines as CEO Tim Cook and retail chief Deirdre O’Brien personally welcomed the first customers. The new location sits at 1430 Woodward Ave., next to the Shinola Hotel in the heart of the city’s shopping corridor.
iOS 26.1 Could Bring Support for Third-Party Smartwatches
Apple tests Notification Forwarding in iOS 26.1 beta, aiming to improve third-party smartwatch compatibility and streamline accessory pairing for iPhone.
Apple Arcade’s October Lineup Headlined by NBA 2K26
Apple has officially announced its slate of new games coming to Apple Arcade in October, with four new titles set to expand the subscription service’s library. The month’s biggest release is undoubtedly NBA 2K26 Arcade Edition, which lands on October 16.
Samsung’s One UI 8.5 Shows Clear Influence from iOS 26
Samsung’s leaked One UI 8.5 update mirrors Apple’s iOS 26 design, adding frosted glass styling, AI features, and streamlined navigation.
Your iPhone Now Warms Your House Automatically with iOS 26 Update
Apple is introducing a powerful new smart home feature in iOS 26 called Adaptive Temperature, designed to make your home’s climate control truly automated. This addition to the Home app functions as a smart thermostat mode, learning your household’s daily rhythms to pre-condition rooms just in time for your arrival or waking up.
This New iPhone Feature in iOS 26 Is a Game-Changer for Accessibility
Apple has introduced a powerful and thoughtfully designed feature in iOS 26 that addresses a long-standing challenge for users who rely on accessibility tools.
Apple Just Made Your iPhone's eSIM Dramatically More Secure
Apple has rolled out a critical security enhancement in iOS 26 that directly addresses a significant vulnerability in digital identity theft. The update hardens the security of eSIMs by making biometric authentication mandatory for transfers when Stolen Device Protection is active.
iOS 26 Finally Fixes the Most Annoying Thing About the Files App
Apple is set to deliver a significant upgrade to one of the core utilities for power users with iOS 26, making the Files app on both iPhone and iPad dramatically more capable.
Your iPhone's Home Screen Just Got a Major Upgrade
In iOS 26, saving a website via Add to Home Screen gives it an app-like presentation. The shortcut opens full-screen, hides browser clutter, and sits in the App Switcher as its own card. You do not need a Web App Manifest or service worker to get this basic standalone behavior.
Apple Just Made a Huge Change to Safari Extensions on iPhone
iOS 26 quietly removes one of the biggest barriers to bringing browser add-ons to iPhone and iPad. Indie teams and solo devs can submit standards-based WebExtensions from the web portal, test on real devices via TestFlight, and iterate without spinning up Xcode for every change. The result should be faster ports from Chrome and Firefox and a broader catalog of useful add-ons on mobile Safari.
Which iPhone 17 Color Should You Actually Buy?
Choosing the right iPhone 17 color isn’t just about taste. It signals you bought the latest model, affects how clean the phone looks day to day, and even nudges resale price. This quick guide ranks the best colors for iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro/Pro Max, and iPhone Air based on what buyers actually care about: trendiness, low maintenance, resale value, and a stealthy look.