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How to See Email Previews in the Mail App (iOS 26)

By Leanne Hays

How to Change the Number of Lines in Mail Preview on iPhone (iOS 26)

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How to Use Your Apple Watch Workout Buddy (watchOS 26)

By Amy Spitzfaden Both

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The Secret Star of Apple’s iPhone 17 Event (Hint: It’s NOT the iPhone)

By Susan Misuraca

In episode 222, David and Donna give you the scoop on the iPhone 17 “Awe Dropping” event. From the thinnest-ever iPhone Air to the fitness-tracking AirPods Pro 3, to the hypertension-sensing Apple Watch Series 11, find out which hardware stole the show and what left us less than impressed.

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How to Minimize Liquid Glass Effect on Your iPhone & iPad

By Leanne Hays

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Awe Dropping: What to Expect from Apple's September Event

By Amy Spitzfaden Both

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Apple Watch Series 11 & Ultra 3 Rumor Roundup

By Rhett Intriago

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How to Stop iPhone Defaulting to FaceTime for Phone Calls

By Leanne Hays

How to Stop iPhone from Defaulting to FaceTime for Phone Calls

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How to Use On-Screen Visual Intelligence on iPhone (iOS 26)

By Leanne Hays

How to Use On-Screen Visual Intelligence on Your iPhone

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Optimize iPhone Battery with Adaptive Power Mode (iOS 26)

By Amy Spitzfaden Both

How to Optimize Your Battery with Adaptive Power Mode (iOS 26)

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How to Send Apple Pay to a Group Chat on Your iPhone & iPad

By Leanne Hays

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Translate Lyrics in an Instant with Apple Music

By Rhett Intriago

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How to Use Live Translation in FaceTime in iOS 26

By Amy Spitzfaden Both

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How to Customize iMessage Background on iPhone (iOS 26)

By Rhett Intriago

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Quick Launch a Selfie with a Shortcut You Didn't Know Exists

By Amy Spitzfaden Both

In iOS 26, the controls in our Camera app have been tucked away, making the display cleaner but finding the mode you want more challenging. We all know that taking the perfect photo can require lightning reflexes, so here's how to launch into your camera mode of choice right from your Home Screen, bypassing your in-app controls altogether.

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Add Voice Memos to the Journal App on iPhone

By Rhett Intriago

The Journal app on your iPhone is a great way to collect your thoughts each day. If you find it easier to speak your thoughts aloud instead of typing them, the Journal app has an option to record a voice memo directly from the app. Find out how to use the audio journal feature on your iPhone.

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Did Apple Redeem Itself with iOS 26?

By Susan Misuraca

Does this year’s crop of new iOS 26 features make up for last year’s failed promises of an AI-powered Siri? In episode 221 of the iPhone Life Podcast, Donna and Cullen report back on favorite features after a month of testing iOS 26, from the Liquid Glass redesign to AI calling features like Live Translation and Hold Assist.