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iOS iPad iPhoneSep 23, 2025

Apple stops signing iOS 18.6.2, blocking downgrades from iOS 26

Apple has stopped signing iOS 18.6.2, which now prevents iPhone and iPad users from downgrading once they install iOS 26. This is a routine part of Apple’s software cycle, where older versions are phased out to push adoption of the…

iOS iPad iPhoneSep 22, 2025Sep 24, 2025

What’s new in iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1 beta 1?

by Imran Hussain

Apple has released iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1 beta 1 to developers, just a week after the general availability of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26. Here’s everything new in this update for iPhone and iPad. The update is available to…

iOS iPad iPhone MacSep 22, 2025Sep 22, 2025

Apple seeds iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, and macOS Tahoe 26.1 beta 1

by Asma Hussain

Following the official release of its latest operating systems last week, Apple has now started the next beta testing cycle with iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, macOS Tahoe 26.1, watchOS 26.1, tvOS 26.1, and visionOS 26.1. On September 15, Apple rolled…

iOS iPad iPhone MacSep 22, 2025

Why many Apple apps don’t have Liquid Glass yet in iOS 26

by Imran Hussain

Apple introduced the Liquid Glass design language in iOS 26, which brings a new translucent, layered interface across menus and system apps. Messages, Safari, Photos, Calendar, and Mail already showcase this refreshed look. But many of Apple’s creative and productivity…

How tos iOS iPad iPhoneSep 22, 2025Sep 22, 2025

How to change the background on iMessage in iOS 26

by Asma Hussain

Apple has introduced one of the most requested personalization features in iOS 26: the ability to change the background on iMessage chats. For years, Apple’s messaging app kept the same plain interface while competitors like WhatsApp, Telegram, and even Facebook…

iOS iPad iPhoneSep 21, 2025Jul 3, 2026

Chrome 141 adopts Liquid Glass design on iOS 26

by Imran Hussain

Google has updated Chrome for iOS and iPadOS to version 141, bringing full support for Apple’s new Liquid Glass design language. Introduced with iOS 26, Liquid Glass emphasizes translucent layers, rounded edges, and a more fluid visual experience across apps….

iOS iPad MacSep 19, 2025Sep 19, 2025

Final Cut Pro for Mac and iPad updated with iPhone 17 ProRes RAW support

by Imran Hussain

Apple has released an update for Final Cut Pro for Mac and iPad. The update features support for iPhone 17 ProRes RAW video as well as Apple Log 2 with Apple Log 2 LUT. The app also brings support for…

iOS iPad iPhoneSep 19, 2025Sep 19, 2025

Apple releases Final Cut Camera 2.0 with ProRes RAW and genlock

by Imran Hussain

Apple has released Final Cut Camera 2.0 with support for ProRes RAW and genlock for iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max and Center Stage front camera for the whole iPhone 17 family. On supported iPhone models, the app…

iOS iPadSep 19, 2025

Where is Slide Over on iPad with iPadOS 26?

by Imran Hussain

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 AutoMix in Apple Music with iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe

by 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,…