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The 21 best iOS 16 features that everyone should be using
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Christian joined iDownloadBlog.com in March 2011 and brought with him his 20+ years of journalism experience. He specializes in Apple news, tips, and reviews, bringing years of expertise in technology journalism to his readers. Known for his insightful analysis and engaging writing style, Christian keeps his audience up-to-date with the latest in the tech world. Before that, he contributed to reputable publications like Geek.com, Tom's Hardware, 9to5Mac and 9to5Google. Christian studied Information Science, specializing in Expert Systems and Management Information Systems. After starting a faculty e-zine in his graduation year, he dropped out to pursue a lifelong career in journalism. He was Editor-in-Chief of a gaming magazine, started three periodicals covering gaming consoles, PCs and consumer technology, and founded a marketing agency specializing in interactive entertainment. iPhone 14 display and back glass are much easier to repair
The display on the front and glass on the back side of Apple's iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro models are much easier to access and repair than before.
Emergency SOS via satellite could soon expand to more countries
Apple's new Emergency SOS via satellite feature could come to other countries later this year, with additional ones following sometime in 2023.
iOS 16.0.1 fixes activation issues and other bugs on the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pros
Apple has released iOS 16.0.1 for its latest smartphones to fix iPhone 14 activation issues, problems with zooming in the Photos app and other annoying bugs.
Dynamic Island tidbits: Apps, games, system features supported and more
Check out these tidbits to learn how the Dynamic Island feature on the iPhone 14 Pro and newer works and what you can expect from it.
How to view release notes for AirPods updates
Learn how to find and view the official change log release notes for all AirPods software updates, as well as check out the current firmware version of your Apple earbuds.
Apple Watch Ultra brings a 76 percent increase in battery size
The new Apple Watch Ultra provides twice the run time at 36 hours (or 60 hours with low-power mode turned on), thanks in large part to a 76 percent bigger battery.
How to use Emergency SOS via satellite on iPhone
We’re teaching you how to send Emergency SOS texts via satellite connectivity on your iPhone in an area with no Wi-Fi coverage and cell towers around you.
How to install iOS 16 on iPhone, watchOS 9 on Apple Watch and tvOS 16 on Apple TV
Learn how to download iOS 16 on your iPhone, install the watchOS 9 software on your Apple Watch and update your Apple TV HD or Apple TV 4K to tvOS 16.
Install iOS 15.7 and iPadOS 15.7 to protect yourself from dangerous exploits
Apple has launched iOS 15.7 for iPhone and iPadOS 15.7 for iPad to fix several dangerous vulnerabilities, including one which was exploited in the wild.
iPhone 14 has the most expensive battery replacement from Apple
The cost of out-of-warranty battery replacement for all iPhone 14 models has gone up significantly, from $69 to $99 in the United States.
Should you buy iPhone 14 even if your carrier doesn’t support eSIM?
In the US, Apple went eSIM-only with iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro even though not all carriers support electronic SIM. Here's what to know.