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iphone
Technology Apple's Assistive Access Feature Turns iPhone into a Kid-Friendly Dumb Phone
Apple's Assistive Access, introduced in iOS 17, allows parents to create a simplified, browser-free iPhone for children. Unlike standard Screen Time restrictions, it prevents web access via links, making it an ideal free alternative to paid dumb-phone apps. WIRED's Jeremy White details the setup process and benefits.
E-Commerce & Marketplaces TikTok Bans iPhones and Gift Cards From Surprise Sets After Bidder Complaints
TikTok's Surprise Set auctions let users bid on mystery prizes, but bidders complained of receiving cheap items like teddy bears instead of advertised iPhones. TikTok responded by banning high-value items such as iPhones, iPads, and gift cards from the feature, and reaffirmed that sellers must accurately present offerings or face account suspension.
Technology How Apple's iOS 27 Boosts Older iPhone Speed and Extends Device Longevity
Apple's upcoming iOS 27 update brings platform stability improvements that make older iPhones, including the iPhone 11 from 2019, run faster and more responsively. Key gains include up to 30% faster app launches, 80% faster AirDrop transfers, and 70% faster photo library loading, achieved through CPU scheduler optimizations. The move supports Apple's services business—which hit $31 billion in revenue—and reinforces brand loyalty, though older devices miss new Apple Intelligence features.
Tech Expert Wishes Apple Would Copy 5 Google Features in iOS 27 at WWDC 2026
David Nield, a technology journalist covering both iOS and Android, shares five features he hopes Apple will incorporate from Google's ecosystem in the upcoming iOS 27 update at WWDC 2026. The wishlist includes an improved keyboard, more Liquid Glass customizations, version history in Apple Notes, and additional place details in Apple Maps.
Technology I've spent hours researching the best phone for my child — here are the safest options available, from iPhones to 'dumbphones'
A TechRadar guide explores safest phone options for children, covering dumbphones, hybrids, and smartphones with parental controls. Key findings include the Nokia 3210 and Mudita Kompakt, and concerns over social media exposure.
Technology How to Use AirPods as a Wireless Shutter for Your iPhone Camera
With iOS 26, Apple introduced Camera Remote, allowing AirPods to act as a wireless shutter release for the iPhone camera. This guide covers requirements, setup steps, and caveats for using AirPods to control camera actions.
Technology Apple Plans Three More iOS 27 Features: Watch Face, Customizable Camera, Third-Party Chatbot Integration in Siri
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple has three more iOS 27 features planned for release this fall beyond those shown at WWDC 2026. These include a new watch face, a customizable Camera app, and the ability for Siri to switch to third-party chatbots like ChatGPT, Gemini, or Claude. Some features are already present in the developer beta.
Technology Apple Indefinitely Delays Siri AI in EU Over Digital Markets Act Conflict
Apple announced it will indefinitely delay Siri AI on iPhones and iPads in the European Union, citing irreconcilable conflicts with the Digital Markets Act. The company also confirmed the features will not launch in China. EU users can still access the overhauled Siri on macOS, visionOS, and watchOS.
Technology 7 biggest iOS 27 features: Siri AI, password auto-change, and Liquid Glass slider
Apple has announced iOS 27, featuring a new Siri AI assistant built on Google's Foundation Models, an opacity slider for Liquid Glass, automatic weak password changes in the Passwords app, and upgraded Photos editing tools with improvements to Clean Up. The update is expected in September, with a developer beta available now.
Technology Apple CarPlay Video Streaming Raises Distracted Driving Concerns After WWDC 2026 Update
Apple announced at WWDC 2026 that CarPlay will support video apps like Netflix and YouTube when the vehicle is parked. However, concerns about distracted driving arise, with NHTSA reporting 3,200 deaths and 315,000 injuries from distracted driving in 2024. The feature's limitations may still enable viewing while idling or at traffic lights.
Technology Siri AI First Look: How Apple's Rebuilt Assistant Transforms Search Across iPhone, iPad and Mac
Apple unveiled Siri AI at WWDC 2026, a rebuilt assistant with a new swipe-down gesture, a dedicated Siri app for conversation history, and deeper integration across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Hands-on demos show a more capable and persistent voice assistant.
Technology Best EOFY 2026 iPhone Deals: Save Up to 45% Outright or on a Plan for Work
The 2026 EOFY sales in Australia offer discounts of up to 45% on Apple iPhones, including the iPhone Air, 16e, 17 Pro, and 17. Deals are available from retailers like Amazon, JB Hi-Fi, Kogan, and The Good Guys, as well as telcos Vodafone and Optus. Business buyers may also benefit from tax deductibility on work purchases.
Technology Apple Drops More Hints About a Foldable iPhone: Developers Told to Design for Widescreen Sizes
Apple has updated multiple native iOS apps to support landscape mode, and its developers are being encouraged to design for widescreen aspect ratios. These moves, along with a WWDC 2026 presentation, are the strongest hints yet that a foldable iPhone—reportedly called the iPhone Ultra—will launch in September 2026.
Technology Exclusive Siri AI Features Limited to Three iPhones
Apple's latest Siri AI features are exclusive to the iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air. These models support the AFM Core Advanced model, enabling voice customization and advanced dictation capabilities.
Technology Exploring Apple's Spatial Reframing in iOS 27
Apple's iOS 27 introduces Spatial Reframing, an AI-powered photo editing feature that allows users to adjust image angles post-capture. While it promises to enhance photo composition and save storage, it raises debates on authenticity in photography.