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In iOS 18, iPhone apps have both Light and Dark color options, making it possible to match the color of your icons when you have Dark mode enabled. Keep reading to learn how it works. Apple's built-in apps have both Light and Dark color options in iOS 18, and now that the update is available to the public, third-party apps are in the process of providing their own Light and Dark icon...

Apple's latest iPhone 16 models include a new Camera Control button (located on the lower right-hand side when holding the phone in portrait mode). The new button aims to make it easier to adjust photography settings when shooting with the iPhone in both portrait and landscape orientation. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. A simple press of the Camera Control button...

Writing Tools is one of the main Apple Intelligence features that's available in the iOS 18.1 update released on October 28. As the name suggests, this toolset is meant to help you write, but it can also rewrite text that you think could be cleaned up or made better by adopting a different tone. The Writing Tools Rewrite feature can refine what you've written, but it can also be used to...

With iOS 18.1, Apple has introduced AI-powered notification summarization across all apps, which means your iPhone will automatically condense your alerts to show just the key details. The feature aims to reduce notification overload, but you might prefer to see your notifications in their original form, or only see summarized previews for specific apps. Keep reading to learn how to manage the...

In iOS 18, Apple added several new accessibility features, and one feature in particular that is likely to have widespread appeal among car passengers is Vehicle Motion Cues, which aims to prevent motion sickness when looking at an iPhone or iPad. According to Apple, research shows that motion sickness is commonly caused by a sensory conflict between what a person sees and what they feel,...

In iOS 18, Apple further enhanced its satellite connectivity features for iPhone users with the introduction of Messages via satellite. Keep reading to learn how it works. Available in the United States and Canada to owners of iPhone 14 models and newer, Messages via satellite enables users to exchange iMessages and SMS texts, including emoji and Tapbacks, through satellite connections when...

iPhone Mirroring offers a seamless way to control your iPhone from your Mac, allowing you to respond to notifications, send messages, and navigate iOS apps without touching your phone. The feature is particularly useful for tasks that require extensive typing, such as composing long emails or editing documents on your iPhone. If you're experiencing issues with iPhone Mirroring, follow these steps ...

Apple Maps in iOS 18 introduces two helpful new features: a centralized Library for saved content and the ability to add personal notes to locations. Here's how to take advantage of these new tools. Using the New Library Apple's iOS 18 update brings significant improvements to the Maps app, and streamlines the process of saving and organizing your favorite locations. Building on the...

In macOS Big Sur and later, Apple includes an intelligent feature that's designed to learn from your charging habits and improve the lifespan of your battery by reducing the time your Mac notebook spends fully charged. When the feature is enabled (by default on Macs with an Apple silicon chip or T2 security chip), your Mac attempts to learn your charging routine with the intention of...

Mac notebooks equipped with Apple silicon use Optimized Battery Charging, a feature that's designed to prolong the battery life and battery health of your Mac by reducing the rate of chemical aging. Mac notebooks use lithium-ion batteries, which like all rechargeable batteries, become less effective as they get older, but their chemical age isn't determined only by time. It's also affected...

If you're having problems getting one of your AirPods or AirPods Pro to charge, read on. This article outlines the solutions available to you. Whether you've got original AirPods, AirPods 2, AirPods 3, ‌AirPods Pro‌, or ‌AirPods Pro‌ 2, all of these models can sometimes suffer from a problem where one AirPod refuses to charge in the Charging Case. One AirPod Not Working? How to Fix It It's a...

AirPods and AirPods Pro of all generations are designed to work seamlessly with Apple's Bluetooth-supporting devices, but they are not immune to battery draining issues of one sort or another. Fortunately, these problems are usually fixable at home without having to contact Apple or return the AirPods. If you have a battery drain problem with your AirPods or are keen to avoid one, try the...

Apple's AirPods are designed to work seamlessly with all of Apple's Bluetooth-supporting devices, and the wireless earbuds usually live up their billing, but that doesn't mean they work perfectly for everyone one hundred percent of the time. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos. A particularly irritating problem that can sometimes occur with any model of AirPods is when...

In macOS Sequoia, Apple introduced iPhone Mirroring, a new Continuity feature that bridges the gap between your Mac and iPhone. It allows you to view and control your iPhone directly from your Mac's screen, creating a seamless integration between the two devices. iPhone Mirroring opens up a world of possibilities for multitasking and productivity. Imagine responding to iPhone notifications,...

The Action button, introduced with the iPhone 15 Pro models and now featured on all iPhone 16 models, offers users a customizable hardware button for quick access to various functions. With iOS 18, Apple has expanded its capabilities to include Control Center functions, which could potentially increase its utility for many users. Despite its versatility, user adoption of the Action button...

Apple has introduced a handy new feature for iPhone 16 users in iOS 18.1 (currently in beta) that makes taking selfies easier: The Camera Control button now allows quick access to the front-facing camera without touching the screen. Here's how to use this new selfie functionality on ‌iPhone 16‌ models running iOS 18.1: Open the Camera app by pressing the Camera Control button. Swipe...

Have you customized your iPhone's Control Center only to end up with a cluttered mess? Fortunately, Apple's latest iOS 18.1 update (currently in beta) has you covered, thanks to a new reset option that can instantly restore your Control Center to its default state. If you've been tinkering with the extensive customization features introduced in iOS 18 – like reordering controls, resizing...

When you shoot video on iPhone 16 models, multiple formats like Spatial Audio and Stereo are recorded to allow more audio customization. If you record video with Spatial Audio turned on, you can later edit the video sound — to reduce background noise to focus on the person speaking on camera, for example. Spatial Audio is automatically enabled on all iPhone 16 models when you record video. ...

Apple's iOS 18 update brings powerful new search functions to the Photos app, allowing you to find specific images with unprecedented precision. Here's how to make the most of its new capabilities. In iOS 18, the key to effective searching in Photos is using natural language. Instead of simple keywords, try describing the photo you're looking for in detail. The app can now understand complex ...

With online account hacking becoming increasingly widespread, all users should make sure they're taking every security measure available to them. If you use Apple devices, consider using Apple verification codes to protect your accounts. Keep reading to learn how it works. With iOS 18, Apple introduced its first dedicated Passwords app, which corrals all of your saved logins and passwords...