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I just broke my iPhone — here’s what I learned about the durability of today’s phones
My iPhone 12 has served me ably for more years than I can count without pausing to think about. It’s been there on trips, helping me snap photos, and it’s gotten me from point A to point with trusty navigation tips. It’s also tested innumerable software updates and features, without complaint or incident. And the other day, I smashed it…
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Apple Is Giving the iPhone Its Own ‘Emoji Kitchen’ in iOS 26
Emojis are a fun evolution from the emoticons of old—but there are only so many to choose from. While a handful of new ones are added each year, for the most part, what you see is what you get, which is why Android’s “Emoji Kitchen” is so great. The feature lets you combine two emojis to create a brand new…
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Apple’s Liquid Glass was a wild change to my iPhone
After staring at, scrolling through, and puzzling over Apple’s new Liquid Glass design language on my iPhone for the better part of an afternoon, I don’t hate it. But I also think it needs a little more time in the kiln. Apple announced Liquid Glass on Monday for all of its devices at WWDC 2025. Perhaps the most noticeable thing…
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AirPods Can Now Be a Camera Remote for Your iPhone
Summary AirPods can now be used as a remote control for iPhone cameras, perfect for selfies or capturing moments out of reach. The functionality extends to video recording and works with third-party camera apps, ideal for content creators or vloggers. AirPods will soon capture studio-quality sound for voice-overs or interviews, transforming them into a handy creation tool. If you’ve ever…
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iPhone users say Mail app is suddenly freezing with iOS 18.5 — here’s a fix you can try
Since Apple rolled out iOS 18.5, a growing number of iPhone users have reported issues with accessing their inbox as the Mail app is getting stuck on a blank white screen. Several comments on Reddit and the Apple Support Community describe being unable to view emails in their inboxes as the app is either glitchy or unresponsive. The underlying cause…
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I Changed These Settings to Turn My iPhone Into a ‘Dumbphone’ and I’m Loving Using It Less
Your smartphone has ruined your life. You’re hopelessly addicted to the empty dopamine drip doled out by apps and algorithms that know you better than you know yourself. You recognize this. But also, you’re no hermit: You need to be able to keep in touch with friends and family with phone calls and text messages, just minus the baggage that…
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iOS 26: All the new features coming to your iPhone
Apple is gearing up to reveal iOS 26 (or iOS 19, if the name-change rumors are inaccurate) at WWDC 2025. While a potential name change is interesting, what’ll make or break the company’s next significant OS update are the new features. Apple needs to offer something compelling with iOS 26, as the last few updates have been relatively minor (Apple…
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You Can Get This iPhone 12 on Sale for $230 Right Now
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you’re set on iOS but also don’t want to spend flagship money, this refurbished iPhone 12 is worth considering, on sale for $229.99 at StackSocial. Available in black, it’s a Grade “A” refurbished unit, meaning it shows little…
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10 Bad Excuses to Upgrade Your iPhone
Getting a new iPhone is exciting but it’s also expensive and, a lot of the time, totally unnecessary. The latest features can seem tempting, and it’s easy to get swept up in the hype and make an unwise purchasing decision. If you’re trying to save money or reduce waste, here are 10 common excuses that sound like good reasons to…
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How to force OneDrive to sync on Android and iPhone
OneDrive is designed to work quietly in the background, keeping your files up to date on your devices without you needing to do anything. Most of the time, it works exactly as expected. But sometimes, it just stops syncing. If you’ve noticed your files aren’t updating or uploading, don’t worry, you can take control. No matter if you’re using Android…
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