iOS 15 Rumors: Activity-Based Notifications, Lock Screen Widgets & iMessage Upgrades

By Susan Misuraca Updated 05/27/2021

In the 160th episode, David and Donna unpack all the new features coming to your iPhone with the iOS 15 software update, from notifications tailored by activity to formatting options for texts. Other topics include Apple’s new addition of lossless audio to Apple Music.

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Susan Misuraca

Susan Misuraca is a Content & Customer Support Specialist at iPhone Life. She loves putting her 8 years of customer service to use setting customers at ease, listening to their needs, and finding effective solutions to their issues. In her free time, Susan brings that same passion for providing an exceptional customer experience to Noble House, the kava bar she runs with her husband Brian in Fairfield, Iowa. Susan is a devoted dog owner, and when she’s not working, she enjoys walking in the park with her furry companions.

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