In a landmark move for its vertical integration strategy, Apple has confirmed that the new iPhone Air is the first model to be powered exclusively by its own in-house designs for all core processing and connectivity.
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iOS 26 Finally Tells You How Long Your iPhone Will Take to Charge
With the release of iOS 26, Apple has introduced a long-requested feature that takes the guesswork out of powering up your device: live charge-time estimates. iPhone users will now see a dynamic timer that shows exactly how long it will take to reach an 80% charge and, subsequently, how long until the battery is full or hits a user-defined limit.
iOS 26: Fans Rank the 12 Upgrades They Actually Use
A lively r/ios thread surfaces the iOS 26 changes people notice every day. Custom snooze times, gentler UI touches, and smarter navigation dominate—alongside a few pain points and regional quirks.
iPhone Air is the comfort-first iPhone to buy
Apple finally built a thin-and-light iPhone that feels meaningfully different. The iPhone Air trims to 0.22 inches and 5.82 oz while keeping a fast A19 Pro chip and 120 Hz display. The trade is clear: less camera flexibility and shorter battery life. If comfort matters more than ultrawide shots or marathon endurance, this might be the 2025 iPhone that fits your hand and your day.
Does the new iPhone 17 Pro Really Scratches this Easily?
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.
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.