How to change your iPhone’s notification sound in iOS 17

Apple made a change to the default notification sound when it launched iOS 17, replacing “Tri-tone” with “Rebound.”Users have been unable to switch back to the original sound or select a different one as the default, and not everyone is a fan of the new tune. As you’d imagine, that’s left some folks rather annoyed. … Read more

I found 16 new widgets for iOS 17 that you have to try

Bryan M. Wolfe / Digital Trends Widgets have long been a popular feature on iPhones. Since the release of iOS 17, they have become more interactive, providing a more engaging experience. Interactive widgets allow you to perform important actions from your iPhone’s home screen. For example, you can complete your to-do lists, play and pause … Read more

iOS 17: How to share contacts using Apple’s NameDrop feature

iOS 17 is full of cutting-edge iPhone features and optimizations, and we’ve been singing the latest firmware’s praises for a while now. Beyond the typical bug repairs and standard improvements, Apple’s most recent iOS level-up includes a convenient iPhone exclusive called NameDrop. In just seconds, this iPhone-to-iPhone wireless tech lets iPhone A receive a full … Read more

How to Delete a Wallpaper on Your iPhone in iOS 17

While it may not have as many customization options as the Galaxy S24 Ultra, Apple gives you plenty of ways to make your iPhone your own. This remains the case with iOS 17, which brought heaps of new features to the smartphone lineup, ensuring that the iPhone 15 and its predecessors remain some of the … Read more

I tried Belkin’s ridiculous new iPhone accessory — and I love it

Jesse Hollington / Digital Trends One of the most interesting iPhone accessories to debut this year is one that wouldn’t have been possible without Apple sneaking a new feature into iOS 17 last fall. While there’s no shortage of iPhone stands and mounts on the market, Belkin’s Stand Pro is something entirely different from the … Read more

How to find and use transcripts in Apple Podcasts

Apple has rolled out iOS 17.4 to iPhones, including the iPhone 15 lineup, and this one has some nice new features that you should notice — like support for third-party app stores in select regions. There’s also new emoji, improvements to Apple Music, and more. Additionally, if you enjoy listening to podcasts in Apple’s Podcasts … Read more

iOS 17: How to show battery percentage on your iPhone

Your iPhone shows the current status of your battery in the upper-right corner of the screen, featuring an indicator that is white when the battery is draining and green when the battery is charging. But what if you want to see your iPhone’s battery percentage and know exactly how much battery is remaining? It’s easier … Read more

Apple just released iOS 17.4. Here’s how it’ll change your iPhone

Apple iPhone 14 Pro (left) and iPhone 15 Pro Max Andy Boxall / Digital Trends If you have an iPhone, you’ll want to check it right now for a big update. The iOS 17.4 update is officially rolling out right now and it includes some fairly significant new features. Without a doubt, the biggest addition … Read more

No, the Journal app on your iPhone isn’t spying on you

Christine Romero-Chan / Digital Trends If you’ve spent any time on Facebook, TikTok, or any other social media site over the last couple of days, there’s a chance you’ve seen people claiming that your iPhone is spying on you — specifically, with a feature called “Journaling Suggestions.” One post I stumbled across on Facebook made … Read more

Check your iPhone right now for an important security update

Joe Maring / Digital Trends If you’re someone who uses an iPhone, you’ll want to pay attention to a new software update Apple just released today. Why? It adds an important new security feature to your iPhone. The update in question is iOS 17.3, and the hallmark feature it adds is a new tool called … Read more