The new iPhone 18 Pro can display three Live Activities in the Dynamic Island, but the third slot is strictly limited to native iOS 27 system functions.
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Miami Beach Cab Driver Arrested For Stealing Phones From Clubgoers
A Miami Beach taxicab driver was arrested for stealing smartphones from drunk clubgoers. Police say the suspects used facial recognition to drain accounts.
Apple is launching homeOS this October alongside new devices
Apple is launching homeOS this October alongside a new retro smart home hub, a fresh HomePod mini, and an upgraded Apple TV 4K with smarter voice controls.
AT&T Tells iPhone 18 Pro Max Users to Update, But Bugs Remain
AT&T users report major cellular signal drops on the new iPhone 18 Pro Max. Early reports show the latest iOS 27 system update fails to fix the SOS bug.
AT&T Tells iPhone 18 Pro Max Users To Install System Update Now
AT&T warns iPhone 18 Pro Max users about a major cellular bug that blocks emergency calls. The carrier says users should download the new update right now.
Apple Adds Replaceable Cover Layer to Hide iPhone Duo Crease
Apple revealed that its new foldable phone features a replaceable display cover. Users can swap the layer to hide the screen crease and refresh the device.
Samsung SmartThings Redesign Hits iPhones Before Galaxy Devices
Apple shared a helpful six-step guide for iOS 27 parental controls. Learn how to manage screen time limits and keep your kids safe on connected devices.
iPhone Duo Gets a Nostalgic Virtual Walkman App Before Launch
An indie developer has created Duo-Man, a virtual Walkman app for the new iPhone Duo. The viral app turns the foldable screen into a retro cassette player.
These Apple Products Are Predicted To Dominate This Holiday Shopping Season
The iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, and AirPods Pro 3 are expected to dominate 2026 holiday sales. Discover which other tech gadgets made the top sellers list.
AT&T Customers Report iPhone 18 Pro Max Network Connection Issues
Some AT&T users face major network drops on their new iPhone 18 Pro Max. Learn why devices are stuck in SOS mode and when a software fix might arrive.
Apple Plans To Put Its Own Custom Modems Inside Every 2027 iPhone
Apple expects to put its own custom cellular modems inside every 2027 iPhone. The move drops Qualcomm hardware completely and finishes a long transition.
iPhone Duo video offers an early look at left-handed use
A new hands-on video demonstrates left-handed use of iPhone Duo, including the reach across its outer display to the right-side vertical controls.
Apple and Qualcomm Extend Partnership Beyond Earlier iPhone Modem Deal
Qualcomm has renewed its agreement with Apple, giving future devices continued access to wireless technology as Apple expands its own modem program.
Next iPhone Pro could move closer to a near-borderless design
Apple’s next iPhone Pro models may adopt a near-borderless display design in 2027, although the reported change remains unconfirmed by Apple.
Three states are next for Apple Wallet IDs, but only one has a launch window
Apple Wallet IDs are live in 16 states and Puerto Rico. Utah, Kentucky, and North Carolina are next, but only one has a public launch window.
Tap to Pay on iPhone remains live across eight added European markets
Tap to Pay on iPhone remains available in eight European markets added in May 2025, with local payment-provider support varying across each country.
iOS 27.2 beta 2 shows Apple is still building an anti-snatching lock
New iOS 27.2 beta 2 code shows Apple is still developing AutoLock, an unannounced iPhone feature designed to react when a phone is snatched.
iPhone Pro could lose its OLED polarizer in 2029, report says
Apple may bring polarizer-free CoE OLED displays to iPhone Pro and Pro Max in late 2029, following its first use in the foldable iPhone Duo.
Apple closes the iOS 26 downgrade window for iOS 27 users
Apple has stopped signing iOS 26.6.2, closing the normal downgrade path for iPhone users who installed iOS 27 and now want to roll back safely.
iCloud storage glitch leaves a red Settings badge stuck on iPhone
An iCloud storage notification glitch is leaving a red Settings badge on some iPhones, even when users already have an active paid storage plan.
Apple Releases iOS 27.2 beta 2, Here's What You Need to Know
Apple has released iOS 27.2 beta 2 with build 24B5089g for developers, while its current notes list ATT, Health, Shortcuts, and StoreKit items.
How to link to a specific section of a note in iOS 27 Notes
In iOS 27 Notes, a link can point to one section of a note instead of the whole note. Place the insertion point or select some text, tap the Forward button, tap Add Link, then tap Link to Section and pick the section. iPhone 18 Pro seen from the front and back. Image: Apple That…
How to save a still frame from a video as a photo in iOS 27 Photos
In iOS 27, the Photos app can turn a single frame of a video into a photo. Play the video, pause on the moment you want, tap the More button, then tap Save Video Frame as Photo. A sample photo from the 48MP Fusion main camera on iPhone 18 Pro. Image: Apple Apple gives the…
How to use Studio Sound in iOS 27 Voice Memos for cleaner recordings
To clean up a voice recording in iOS 27, open it in Voice Memos, tap the More button, tap Options and turn on Studio Sound, then drag the slider to set the strength. Apple says Studio Sound “adjusts the levels of background sound and reverb in a Spatial Audio recording, so a recorded voice sounds…