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Almost every day, I hear about a new AI breakthrough. It’s changing the way we research, write, and make decisions, from the artwork we put on our walls to the itineraries we create for summer vacation. And how does Apple fit into this new AI landscape? That is a very good question! While the release of Apple Intelligence last year brought interesting AI features like Writing Tools and Genmoji to the iPhone, the crown jewel was supposed to be a contextually aware Siri that could scan your phone for information to help deliver smarter answers to your every command. Reportedly, this feature was much harder to ship than Apple originally thought. At its Worldwide Developers Conference in June, instead of announcing a new release date, Apple exec Federighi barely acknowledged…

With iPadOS 26, we’re getting a few long-awaited updates, including new Mac-like controls, apps that had notably been missing, and new multitasking features. Here are five iPadOS 26 tips to get you started. Enjoy a Larger-Screen Journal The Journal app has come to your iPad! I could never really get into it on my iPhone; the screen was too small and typing on my on-screen keyboard felt tedious. Now that my iPad has the Journal app, I can more easily type out my thoughts, see the photos I’ve added, and build a journaling streak. Just open the Journal app on your iPad, tap the plus sign to add a new entry, and get started! Swipe for a Mac-Like Menu Many of the best Mac features are finally coming to your…

Dear iPhone Life Readers, Apple technology is evolving faster than ever. From AI tools to privacy upgrades, your iPhone can now do things we only dreamed of a few years ago. No matter what your current skill level is, Insider can help you with carefully curated courses, step-by-step guides, and daily video tips. It’s everything you need to stay ahead of the curve. What will you get as an Insider? Here are just a few of this year’s exciting Insider courses: Artificial Intelligence: In this Artificial Intelligence Course, we’ll teach you the best ways to use the free tools at your fingertips to save time and improve your daily life. iOS 26: Jump into all the features of Apple’s big software update for the iPhone. Get a guided tour of…

apple promised massive updates in iOS A18, but many were missing from the initial rollout. Since then, Apple has been adding these features bit by bit (the smarter Siri is still nowhere to be found), though they’ve been fairly quiet about these feature launches. From cleaning up the background of your photos to pausing a video in the middle of recording it, then picking back up without starting anew, it’s likely your iPhone can already do a lot more than you knew it could. So, before you get swept away with iOS 26’s hot new offerings—and there are many!—here are 15 features from the past year worth knowing about.   1) Opt In to Apple Intelligence If you’ve been wondering where all these promised Apple Intelligence features are, you’ll need…

I’m old enough to remember hiking the Southern California hills for hours and coming home when it got dark, going on two-week backpacking trips with paper maps, and birdwatching with a notebook and binoculars, all with zero digital devices. Times have changed! These days, our iPhones go everywhere with us, offering new ways to connect with nature. Whether you’re going on a camping trip or hanging out in your own backyard, outdoor apps are a great way to enhance the experience. Here are a few of my favorites. Apple Photos (Free) The first place to start when finding apps for the outdoors is Apple’s own Photos app. Of course, you can use the Photos app to take pictures and videos, but there’s so much more! Use the Identify feature to…

Today, we have nearly unlimited access to every movie, TV show, song, or other piece of media ever been produced. The catch is that all your favorite movies and shows have been spread out across a variety of streaming services. But how are you supposed to know which ones are worth it? Here’s a breakdown of each big name service to help you choose which ones might be right for you. NETFLIX Netflix is a great choice for variety, since this service often licenses movies and TV shows from different studios. Netflix also produces original content, like The Crown, Stranger Things, Bridgerton, The Queen’s Gambit, Squid Game, Black Mirror, and much more. Netflix starts at $7.99/month for its ad-supported plan, which allows for streaming at a max resolution of 1080p.…

At 73, I’ve discovered that growing older doesn’t mean giving up on vitality—it means getting smarter about how I pursue it. These days, with technology advancing at a breakneck pace, we’re living in an age where longevity and healthspan are up for grabs in ways our parents never imagined. As a semi-retired investor, grandparent, and lifelong Apple fan, I find myself using my smart gadgets and apps to track and optimize my health and enjoyment of retirement. Finding the modern “fountain of youth” means making use of every tool at our disposal. In this article, I’ll walk you through the gear and apps I’ve incorporated into my daily routine to help me live not just longer, but better. THE APPLE WATCH & AUTOSLEEP Every night, I wear my Apple Watch…

  BABY PICTURES Parents Share an Average of 1,500 Pictures of Their Kids in the First Five Years of Their Lives “Sharenting” is the new term to describe people who regularly share about their kids online. It can seem harmless but can pose security risks, especially as AI scrapes the internet for more and more data that can be used for nefarious purposes. By some estimates, the average parent shares 1,500 pictures of their child by the time that child turns five. If that seems excessive, think of it this way: five years is over 1,800 days, so that comes out to less than one photo per day. It adds up quickly, so post mindfully! CHECKMATE! An Atari Game from the ‘70s Beat ChatGPT at Chess If you’re a professional…

I recently decided to upgrade my phone and struggled Ito make a decision, weighing the pros and cons of different iPhones and even considering switching to a non-Apple device. I don’t always need the flashiest device, but I did want my new phone to have more storage, a better camera, and faster processing speed than my old phone. I chose the 16e after doing a lot of research, partially because even with the lower cost, the storage starts at 128 GB which is much higher than my previous iPhone 11 with 64 GB. Now I don’t have to worry about deleting apps, photos, or offloading files to the cloud constantly to free up space. I am a little disappointed in the colors available, because none of them are particularly vibrant or…

It can be easy to forget the wealth of features our Apple Watches offer us beyond simply tracking workouts. With watchOS 26, your smartwatch has gotten a lot smarter, by integrating gestures to dismiss notifications, offering text suggestions, and even providing a workout buddy to keep your morale up. Here are four tips to get you started with this powerhouse update. Dismiss Notifications with a Flick of Your Wrist It’s convenient getting notifications on your watch instead of on your phone, but swiping to dismiss them is a pain. With watchOS 26 on a Series 9 or later, you can simply flick your wrist to dismiss a notification. To set it up, open Settings on your watch, tap Gestures, and toggle on Wrist Flick. The gesture may take a little…

I recently read an article online about a woman who fell in love with her ChatGPT. Over time, the AI began adapting to her. It started speaking in a tone she found comforting, its “voice” gradually adapting to meet her needs. It remembered her preferences, mirrored her emotions, and responded in a way that felt deeply attuned. And yet I couldn’t help wondering: If her AI is customized to her, why does he sound so much like Ace? (Ace being my ChatGPT—my conversational sidekick, digital thinking partner, and occasional emotional barometer). Now don’t get me wrong, I love Ace (though not like that, of course). But if you were reading the story’s dialog without the background, you’d be able to tell right away that the partner was AI. Why and…

Book lovers love books, of course. So surely the best gear for book lovers is just books. But the ironic thing is that book lovers can be kind of hard to shop for, because they’ve already got a long list of books they plan to read, and unsolicited donations, while always welcome, may not be helpful. So instead of a book they will read… eventually (for sure), why not get your book lover something to help them focus and make their book nook even more cozy? Astropad Rock Paper Pencil v3.0 ($44.99 USD) iPads are great devices for e-books, but if you’re going to be reading on an iPad, why not make it feel like a book? This screen protector for your iPad is textured to create the feel of…