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technology1 month ago•10 min saved

Turn on iPhone's built-in scam screening in iOS 26 to block unknown calls

Apple’s iOS 26 adds a built-in, Siri-powered call-screening feature that acts as a bouncer for unknown numbers. After updating to iOS 26, go to Settings > Phone > Screen Unknown Callers and choose Never, Ask Reason for Calling, or Silence; the tool lets Siri ask why the caller is calling and can show a transcription of the call so you can decide to answer or ignore. FTC’s Do Not Call List can also help; the feature is designed to reduce robocalls without requiring third‑party apps.

via HuffPost|

#call-screening #ios-26 #iphone

technology1 month ago•4 min saved

Safari bug muddles iOS 26 adoption reports

A Mashable analysis argues that the supposed iOS 26 backlash may be overstated because Statcounter’s adoption numbers are distorted by a Safari bug that makes iPhones report they’re on iOS 18.7. Most users are still on iOS 18, and the industry is awaiting a fix (likely in iOS 26.3) before the true upgrade rate is known. The piece notes existing discontent with iOS 26 and Liquid Glass but emphasizes that the numbers may be misleading due to the Safari reporting issue.

via Mashable|

#adoption-numbers #apple #ios-26

technology1 month ago•5 min saved

Top Tips to Block Spam Calls and Protect Your iPhone

iOS 26 introduces a new feature called 'Ask Reason for Calling' that intercepts calls from unknown numbers and asks callers to identify themselves before ringing, helping users avoid spam and robocalls. Users can enable this feature in settings and choose from other options like silencing unknown calls or allowing all calls to ring through. This upgrade enhances call screening and user control over unknown callers.

via MacRumors|

#ask-reason-for-calling #call-screening #ios-26

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iOS 26 Adoption Remains Slow Four Months After Launch

iOS 26 is experiencing unusually slow adoption several months after its release, indicating a potential issue or user hesitation with the update.

via MacRumors|

#adoption-rate #apple #ios-26

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iOS 26 Adoption Slows Down Significantly Months After Launch

Despite being available for nearly four months, iOS 26 adoption remains low, with most users still on iOS 18, according to Statcounter data, though TelemetryDeck reports higher adoption rates. The discrepancy may be due to different tracking methodologies, but overall, the data suggests users are hesitant to upgrade, possibly due to concerns about battery life or other features.

via 9to5Mac|

#adoption-rates #ios-26 #iphone

technology1 month ago•3 min saved

Apple's iOS 26 Fitness Updates Boost New Year's Workout Goals

iOS 26 introduces three key upgrades to Apple's Fitness app: expanded Fitness+ with custom plans and multilingual support, manual workout logging for all users regardless of Apple Watch ownership, and Live Activities for real-time workout tracking on Lock Screen and Dynamic Island, enhancing the fitness experience for a broader user base.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple-fitness #fitness-app #ios-26

technology1 month ago•3 min saved

iOS 26 Update: New Features and Tips for Your iPhone

iOS 26 introduces a new Preview app on iPhone and iPad, inspired by the Mac version, offering enhanced PDF and image viewing, editing, and markup capabilities, making document management more efficient and flexible for users.

via 9to5Mac|

#ios-26 #ipad #iphone

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Exploring the Latest iOS 26 Updates and Customization Options

iOS 26 introduces several new features for iPhone users, including systemwide AutoFill for credit cards, a new Visited Places feature in Apple Maps that tracks locations with privacy safeguards, and the ability to pin favorite music in Apple Music for quick access, enhancing convenience and usability.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple-maps #apple-music #autofill

technology2 months ago•2 min saved

Major Airlines Now Support Apple Wallet’s iOS 26 Boarding Passes

Apple Wallet's iOS 26 now supports boarding passes from Southwest, United, and Delta, with additional airlines like Air Canada and Qantas expected to follow, enhancing travel convenience with features like Live Activities, airport maps, and luggage tracking.

via 9to5Mac|

#airlines #apple-wallet #boarding-passes

technology2 months ago•10 min saved

Lessons Learned from Buying a Used iPhone 13 Mini

The author bought a used iPhone 13 Mini for $353 to explore its viability as a smaller, affordable alternative to newer models, finding it well-optimized for iOS 26 and capable of good photos, but hindered by poor battery life, leading to considerations of higher-quality used options or different models.

via CNET|

#affordable-smartphones #battery-life #ios-26

technology2 months ago•3 min saved

Apple Mandates iOS 26 Update for Enhanced Security and New Features

Apple is requiring iPhone users to upgrade to iOS 26 to receive the latest security fixes, effectively preventing users on iOS 18 from updating to the security-only patch iOS 18.7.3 unless they join the public beta program, which has caused confusion and frustration among users who wish to avoid major OS updates.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple #ios-26 #iphone

technology2 months ago•5 min saved

Recent iOS Updates: From Annoying to Unacceptable

The author criticizes the recent iOS 26 update, highlighting widespread user frustrations with slow performance, confusing features, and usability issues, questioning whether such updates truly serve users or merely contribute to technological obsolescence.

via WIRED|

#ios-26 #smartphone-issues #software-update

technology2 months ago•8 min saved

Apple Enhances AirPods and iOS with New Features and Fixes

Apple's iOS 26 introduces a beta Live Translation feature for AirPods, enabling real-time translation across nine languages during face-to-face conversations, with impressive accuracy but some delays and technical hiccups, making it a promising tool for basic communication in foreign languages.

via Macworld|

#airpods #apple #ios-26

technology2 months ago•3 min saved

Major Leak Reveals Upcoming Apple Products and Software Features

An early build of iOS 26 leaked, revealing details about over a dozen unreleased Apple products including new Macs, iPads, iPhones, AirTags, Apple Watch models, AR glasses, and other projects, with timelines suggesting upcoming releases through late 2026.

via AppleInsider|

#apple-hardware #apple-products #ios-26

technology2 months ago•7 min saved

Leaked Details Reveal Apple's Upcoming iOS Features and Devices

A leak of early iOS 26 software reveals numerous upcoming Apple features across devices, including new AirTag and AirPods functionalities, software enhancements like Live Captions and Siri improvements, and future hardware updates such as the Vision Pro and foldable iPhone, with release timelines spanning 2025 to 2027.

via MacRumors|

#airtag-2 #apple-features #ios-26