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iOS 27 Mail app: All the new features explained
Apple is giving the Mail app one of its biggest updates yet in iOS 27. From smarter search and Siri AI to contextual actions and Apple Intelligence writing tools, here's everything new.
Snapchat is doing one thing right that Instagram and TikTok still aren’t
Snapchat’s new friends-only experience for users under 16 puts private sharing ahead of public reach. Here’s why its approach stands out from Instagram and TikTok, and why it could be a better model for younger teens.
I tried iOS 27 CarPlay: These new features will actually make your driving easier
I use CarPlay almost every time I drive, so I immediately noticed the improvements in iOS 27. After testing the latest update, here are the new CarPlay features that actually make navigation, media playback, and everyday driving more convenient.
This Snapchat trick makes emojis follow objects in your videos
Give your Snapchat videos a fun twist by making emojis follow anything that moves.
Meta’s new Muse Image AI can use your Instagram photos: Here’s how I turned it off
Meta's new Muse Image AI can use eligible public Instagram photos for AI-generated images. Here's how I turned the feature off to better protect my privacy.
I stopped using scanner apps after finding this Google Drive feature
I replaced my scanner app with Google Drive's built-in document scanner. Learn how it automatically scans, edits, backs up, and saves documents as PDFs.
iOS 27 makes it easier to share iPhone albums with Android
iOS 27 makes Shared Albums more useful by letting Android users view and add photos through an iCloud link. Here's how to share albums across iPhone and Android.
Apple Health adds menopause tracking in iOS 27. Here’s how it works
Apple Health now supports menopause tracking in iOS 27, making it easier to log symptoms, monitor health trends, and gain personalized insights. Here’s how to set it up and use it on your iPhone.
Apple just upgraded Messages in iOS 27: Here are the biggest changes
iOS 27 introduces powerful new messaging tools like AI-powered one-tap suggestions, personalized Smart Replies, Drawing app, and more.
This hidden iOS 27 Photos app feature lets you export slideshows as videos
I turned my favorite photo memories into shareable videos with just a few taps. No third-party app required.
I tested Apple’s new iPhone Mirroring features in macOS 27: Here’s what changed
I stopped using iPhone Mirroring months ago because it felt too limiting. Apple's latest iOS 27 and macOS 27 updates finally fixed many of my biggest frustrations and gave me a reason to use it again.
Apple just closed my favorite free iCloud storage trick in iOS 27
One of my favorite free iCloud storage tricks no longer works for new Shared Albums in iOS 27. Here's what changed and a simple tip to keep using the old workaround.
Meta has been tracking your activity across other apps and websites. Here’s how to stop it
Meta can use activity shared by other apps and websites to personalize ads on Facebook and Instagram. Here’s how to turn off the Activity from other businesses setting and limit that tracking.
Android finally lets you choose which apps get backed up: Here’s how
Google is rolling out per-app backup toggles on Android, letting you choose which apps get backed up to the cloud instead of an all-or-nothing system. Here's how it works, what happens when you turn an app off, and which devices have it so far.
I asked Gemini to find Android apps instead of searching the Play Store: It actually worked
Learn how to use Gemini to find Android apps with natural language prompts and discover the best apps directly from Google Play without manual searching.
I started using Snapchat’s Arrival Notifications instead of texting “I’m here”
I replaced the usual “I’m here” text with Snapchat’s Arrival Notifications. After using it for a while, I found it to be faster, easier, and surprisingly useful.
I tried the Shortcuts app in iOS 27. Apple finally made automation easy
I tried the new Shortcuts app in iOS 27, and it’s finally easy to create iPhone automations. Here’s everything new, including AI-powered shortcut creation, new triggers, and smarter actions.
I made my iPhone ring even on silent. This Shortcut is a lifesaver
Keep your iPhone on Silent Mode? This Apple Shortcut automatically turns off Silent Mode and sets the volume to maximum, making it much easier to find a misplaced iPhone.
What’s new in the Reminders app in iOS 27? I tried every feature
The Reminders app in iOS 27 gets smarter with natural language input, improved grocery lists, better Siri integration, and new Shortcuts actions. Here’s everything new after testing the update.
I tried iOS 27’s Call Context feature. It found my booking code during a call
Call Context in iOS 27 automatically shows booking codes, order numbers, and reservation details during business calls. Here’s how it works.
I fixed my iPhone stuck on “Indexing in Progress.” Here’s what actually worked
Seeing “Indexing in Progress” on your iPhone after updating to iOS 27? I ran into the same issue and found the fastest fixes that actually worked to restore Spotlight and app search.
I tried the Calendar app in iOS 27. These new features actually save time
The Calendar app in iOS 27 gets smarter with Apple Intelligence, making it easier to create, manage, and organize events using natural language, Siri, and camera-based timetable import.
Apple Weather in iOS 27 gets smarter with better rain and wind forecasts
The Weather app in iOS 27 gets smarter with dedicated rain and wind forecasts, a new Highlights section, and more useful widgets. Here’s everything new after testing the update.
Google Search is now saving some of your uploads. Here’s how to stop it
Google Search can now save photos and audio files you upload while using certain search features. Here’s how to disable the setting and keep future uploads from being stored.
I tried iOS 27’s AI wallpaper generator. Here’s how to create custom wallpapers on iPhone
iOS 27 lets you create AI-generated wallpapers on your iPhone using Apple Intelligence and Image Playground. Here’s how it works and the best prompts to try.
I wanted a Stream Deck for my Mac, so I used an old iPhone instead
I wanted a Stream Deck for my Mac but didn’t want another gadget on my desk. So I turned an old iPhone into a customizable control panel using PhoneDeck. Here’s how it worked and whether it can replace a real Stream Deck.
Apple finally lets you control Liquid Glass in iOS 27 and macOS 27
iOS 27 and macOS 27 finally let users adjust Liquid Glass transparency. Here’s how to customize the effect on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and why Apple made the change.
Instagram carousel posts get a long-requested caption feature
Instagram now lets creators add different captions to individual carousel slides. Here's how the Multiple Captions feature works and how to use it in your posts.
What’s new in iOS 27 Photos app: Revamped clean up and new AI editing tools
From AI-powered Clean Up to Spatial Reframe and improved iCloud Shared Album, here’s everything new in the iOS 27 Photos app.
How to install watchOS 27 developer beta 7 on your Apple Watch
Learn how to install watchOS 27 developer beta 7 on your Apple Watch and get early access to Apple's latest features before the public release.