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How To Install iOS 27 (And What Will Change If You Do)

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:45:00 +0000

Apple's iOS 27 update is now available for compatible iPhones. Here's how to install the latest software and what you can expect once the update is complete.

iOS 27 Is About To Make Some AirPods Even Better

staff@slashgear.com (Eric Hamilton) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:45:00 +0000

Apple's new version of iOS will bring quite a few improvements to your AirPods, some of which have been requested for a very long time. Here's what's new.

Do You Want To Be As Connected As Apple Watch Series 12 And Ultra 4 Want You To Be?

staff@slashgear.com (Joe Oliveto) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:22:23 +0000

Apple has announced several AI features for its latest models of Apple Watch, but they're not all being universally welcomed by potential buyers.

iPhone Duo Is An Intriguing Foldable, But Will Price Push People Away?

staff@slashgear.com (Alex Hevesy) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:20:37 +0000

Apple has revealed the iPhone Duo, its first foldable iPhone. While it looks impressive, you can't ignore its price, which may temper some excitement.

New iPhone 18 Pro Reveal Gives Apple Intelligence Top Billing, Not Hardware

staff@slashgear.com (Cody D. Campbell) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 18:58:59 +0000

While Apple tends to be focused on the hardware at its hardware events (go figure), the iPhone 18 reveal did things a little differently instead.

iPhone Ultra Case Leak May Have Just Ruined Apple's New Foldable Phone Reveal

staff@slashgear.com (Rahul Srinivas) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 19:19:15 +0000

Ahead of Apple's September event, leaked case images from multiple accessory brands may have just ruin the reveal of the first foldable iPhone.

When (And Why) You Should Turn Off Find My iPhone

staff@slashgear.com (Craig Rawlins-Wilson) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:45:00 +0000

Find My is a useful feature that makes it possible to track down your iPhone even when the battery is dead. But there are times when you should turn it off.

New iOS 27 Feature Makes Owning Two iPhones Easier Than Ever

staff@slashgear.com (Olivia Richman) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 20:45:00 +0000

While not many people need to carry and use two separate phones, those few out there who do will find this upcoming feature in iOS 27 pretty useful.

Why This Year's iPhone Event On September 9th Might Not Be Like The Others

staff@slashgear.com (Olivia Richman) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:27:10 +0000

Apple's next big iPhone event now has a date and time, but if the rumors are to be believed, things might be a little different this time around.

Scanning A QR Code That's Already On Your Phone Is Actually Simple - Here's How

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:45:00 +0000

Receiving a QR code as an image creates an awkward problem: How do you scan it with the same phone? Both iPhone and Android have straightforward workarounds.

iOS 27 Two Months Later: These Are The Best Beta Features So Far

staff@slashgear.com (Jordan Wirth) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0000

I wasn't expecting to like iOS 27 this much, but after two months, a few new features have completely changed how I use my iPhone.

5 Frequently-Used Gadgets You Should Restart More Often Than You Probably Do

staff@slashgear.com (Kazim Alvi) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:45:00 +0000

Smart devices including phones, tablets, routers, and even TVs all need a reboot every now and then. Here's how often you should be pulling the plug.

Here's What The Apple Limited Warranty Does (And Doesn't) Cover

staff@slashgear.com (Eric Hamilton) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 02:45:00 +0000

Apple's warranty coverage is straight-forward, but there are some things to know before you buy. Here's what it covers and some other support options as well.

How Does Apple Make Its 'E' Series iPhones So Affordable?

staff@slashgear.com (Eric Hamilton) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:45:00 +0000

The iPhone E models pick up where the previous SE models left off, offering affordable entry into Apple's hardware ecosystem. Doing that takes tradeoffs.

Apple Is Barely Talking About One Of iOS 27's Biggest CarPlay Changes

staff@slashgear.com (Rahul Srinivas) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:45:00 +0000

Apple is rolling out a number of changes to CarPlay with the iOS 27 update, including one big new feature that it's kept surprisingly quiet about.

Here's Where You Can Find Downloads On An iPhone

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:45:00 +0000

Tired of downloading a file on your iPhone only for it to completely vanish? Discover the exact folders where iOS secretly stashes your documents.

This iPhone Was Buried In Time Capsule That Future Americans Will Open In 2276

staff@slashgear.com (Rahul Srinivas) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:45:00 +0000

A certain nostalgia washes over you when you see the original iPod or Razor phone. Let's see how Americans feel when they see this iPhone in 250 years.

Two Companies Make Most Of The Memory Chips Inside Of Our Devices (And They're Being Sued...Again)

staff@slashgear.com (Rahul Srinivas) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:45:00 +0000

Of all the electronics out there, just two companies (along with a smaller third) make most of the RAM that goes into them, and they're getting sued...again.

Why Do Some App Icons Look Blurry On iPhone?

staff@slashgear.com (Jam Kotenko) — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Some iPhone app icons can look blurry or out of place after an update, but there are a few things you can do to make the Home Screen easier on your eyes.

Has Apple Really Stopped Using Titanium On Some Of Its iPhones?

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 01:45:00 +0000

Did Apple really abandon its most premium metal? Discover why the latest flagship phones dropped Titanium, and the device that kept it alive.