The iPadOS 16 software enables a zoomed-out display setting on older iPad models, including those that are powered by Apple's A12X and A12Z chips.
iPadOS 16 brings the Zoomed Out display setting to older, smaller iPads
iPadOS 16
How to see the file extension in the Files app on iPhone and iPad
In this brief tutorial, we show you two easy ways to see the extensions of your saved images, videos, audio, documents, and more, inside the Files app on iPhone and iPad. You can choose to see the file type on a per-file basis or enable the option to permanently display the extension for all files in the iOS and iPadOS Files app.
How to fix the Duplicates album not showing up in the Photos app on iPhone
Is Apple's duplicate detection feature in Photos not working for you? Here's how to fix the Duplicates album not showing up in the iPhone’s Photos app on iOS 16!
How to show link previews by inserting rich links in the Mail app on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
The Mail app on iPhone, iPad, and Mac in iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and macOS Ventura supports adding rich links. These rich links with the page title, site name, and image provide more context at a glance. For example, it lets the receiver understand what the link is about only by seeing the title and image inside the email.
In this brief tutorial, we show you how to show the link preview by inserting rich web links to your emails sent via the Mail app. The entire process is very simple.
How to use Templates in the Reminders app on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Do you find yourself typing and making reminders for tasks or to-dos that repeat frequently? If yes, you no longer have to. The new templates feature inside the Apple Reminders app in iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 will help you quickly create new reminder lists with all its tasks from a saved template. Plus, you can share your templates with others as well as use templates shared by someone else.
In this tutorial, we will show you how to create, manage, and use reusable reminder templates on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac.Â
How to use themes while reading books on iPad and iPhone
Themes inside the iPad and iPhone Books app can elevate your reading experience, making it more comfortable, and enjoyable.
Every theme is a collection of multiple settings like background color, font type, spacing, and more. In addition to Original, you have five other themes named Quiet, Paper, Bold, Calm, and Focus to choose from.
In this tutorial, we show you how to use and customize reading themes inside the Apple Books app.
How to see your recently deleted messages and recover them on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and macOS Ventura introduced a new Recently Deleted section in the Messages app that keeps your deleted messages for 30 days before permanently removing them.
This tutorial shows you how to access your deleted messages and recover or purge them instantly.
How to remove automatically installed iPhone security patches
Apple now allows users to remove any iPhone security patches that were automatically installed by iOS 16’s Rapid Security Response system. Here's how to do that.
How to unsend messages on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Earlier, when you accidentally sent a wrong, angry, or error-laden iMessage, there was no way to undo that. And tricks to stop an outgoing message by immediately enabling Airplane mode or disabling cellular data weren't always successful.
Thankfully, with iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and macOS Ventura, you can unsend a message in just a couple of steps. And you have two minutes to do that!
Apple kills iPadOS 16.0 in favor of iPadOS 16.1 with new Stage Manager features
iPadOS 16.0 won't get a public release because Apple is currently focused on delivering new Stage Manager features with an upcoming iPadOS 16.1 update.
Looks like the Hide My Email in apps feature won’t be ready in time for iOS 16 launch
Apple's removed mentions of the new Hide My Email in apps feature, suggesting it may not be ready for prime time when iOS 16 launches this fall.
iPadOS 16 now rumored to launch in October, while iOS 16 still set for September
The rumor mill continues to churn, especially as we near the fall season and, ultimately, new products from Apple. The company itself typically tries to stick to an annual routine when it comes to new launches, but sometimes it has to make some tweaks. And apparently this year will see a minor change of action when it comes to the iPadOS 16 release window.