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iOS iPadSep 19, 2025

Where is Slide Over on iPad with iPadOS 26?

With iPadOS 26, Apple has introduced the most significant change to multitasking since the iPad gained Split View and Slide Over. These two features, which for years allowed users to pull in a floating app panel or split the display…

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How to use AirPods as a video recording microphone in iOS 26

Asma Hussain

In iOS 26, Apple has introduced the option to use AirPods as an external microphone when recording videos with the iPhone Camera app. This upgrade makes it possible to capture clearer audio even if you are standing away from the…

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How to use Apple Intelligence to suggest reminders from any app in iOS 26

Asma Hussain

Apple Intelligence in iOS 26 introduces a new way to turn everyday details into reminders without needing to manually type them. Instead of only relying on the Reminders app, you can now share text, emails, or even websites to Reminders,…

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How to use AutoMix in Apple Music with iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe

Imran Hussain

Apple Music now includes AutoMix, a new feature in iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, and visionOS 26 that creates smooth, DJ-style transitions between songs. Unlike crossfade, which uses a fixed overlap, AutoMix adapts transitions based on tempo, genre,…

iOS iPhoneSep 18, 2025

Apple issues refreshed iOS 26.0 build for iPhone 17 lineup

Imran Hussain

Apple has rolled out a refreshed build of iOS 26.0 for the iPhone 17 lineup and iPhone Air, just days after the initial public release. This replacement build does not increment the version to iOS 26.0.1 but instead updates the…

iOS iPhoneSep 18, 2025

Apple extends free satellite connectivity for iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 until 2026

Imran Hussain

Apple has announced an extension of its free satellite connectivity services for iPhone 14 and iPhone 15 users. Initially launched with the iPhone 14 lineup in 2022, these features were provided at no cost for a limited time. With the…

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How to use Adaptive Power in iOS 26 to extend iPhone battery life

Imran Hussain

Apple introduced Adaptive Power with iOS 26, a feature designed to help iPhone users get more out of their battery throughout the day. Instead of relying on manual battery-saving modes, Adaptive Power uses on-device intelligence to monitor charging patterns and…

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How to manage Adaptive Temperature activity history in Apple Home app

Imran Hussain

With iOS 26, Apple introduced Adaptive Temperature in the Home app, a new feature that automatically adjusts supported thermostats depending on whether your household is set to home, away, or extended away. This system uses general activity states to make…

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WhatsApp for iOS adds notification reminders for messages

Imran Hussain

WhatsApp has started rolling out version 25.25.74 for iOS, bringing a notable addition in the form of notification reminders. The update is now available on the App Store and will expand gradually over the coming weeks to all iPhone users….

iOS iPhoneSep 17, 2025Sep 17, 2025

iOS 26 liquid glass optical illusion sparks debate

Imran Hussain

Apple introduced its new Liquid Glass design language across iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe, and other platforms, but one particular detail is drawing attention online. Some users have noticed what appears to be an optical illusion in the iOS…