Tips, news, how tos, and troubleshooting help for the iPhone.https://gcp-assets-origin-fly.cnet.com/bundles/cnetcss/images/core/logo/cnet_og.pnghttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-stop-google-maps-from-displaying-your-home-to-strangers/4ed3b79e-68c2-4ef4-8fc4-c8c6b9c6bed0Sun, 19 Jul 2026 21:30:43 +0000A straightforward privacy request to Google can remove your home from Street View entirely. Here's the step-by-step process.Nelson Aguilarhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-18-everything-we-know-about-apples-biggest-updates/3e5dc679-01bd-49bd-861f-372938e7c88fSat, 18 Jul 2026 11:01:00 +0000There are now more rumors about Apple's next flagship phones that point to a new foldable, a variable-aperture camera, more RAM, improved battery life and, yes, higher prices.Nicole Leehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ios-27-public-beta-its-fine-i-guess/ee82550c-b33e-4032-b56d-c2c533d0112dFri, 17 Jul 2026 16:26:08 +0000Even if you don't use AI, I found some useful features in the iOS 27 beta. They're smaller, quality-of-life changes, but you won't want to skip them.Zachary McAuliffehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-change-the-most-annoying-ios-27-settings-on-your-iphone/b594356a-1bdd-4cd6-8cae-2490cb8d7b8aFri, 17 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000You can tone down Liquid Glass, shorten Siri AI's memory and stop subtitles from automatically appearing in videos.Nelson Aguilarhttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-phone-deals/36b80a7c-da76-4dd3-9ce2-5923dc8d7c24Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:48:00 +0000Score the biggest savings on iPhones, Galaxy phones, Pixels and more.Adam Oramhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/eager-to-install-the-ios-27-public-beta-heres-how-to-go-into-it-with-open-eyes/1aecc2b3-e854-4f15-b633-084f8efccec8Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:01:03 +0000The first public beta of the iPhone's next system is now available, but with prerelease software, it's still good to be cautious.Jeff Carlsonhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-iphone-20th-anniversary-edition-rumors-2027/f1c60e36-0038-4b76-a881-d3f44243f587Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:45:06 +0000The 20th anniversary edition iPhone is shaping up to be a landmark moment overseen by Apple's next CEO, John Ternus, but expected price hikes could make it more expensive.Prakhar Khannahttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-iphone-16-deals/8d5c07fe-132a-4882-80ad-f1d3b0a85e5dTue, 14 Jul 2026 21:08:00 +0000The iPhone 16 series still offers excellent smartphones, and you don't have to pay full price if you switch carriers or add a new line.Adrian Marlowhttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-apple-watch-series-11-deals/6945dc43-034c-42a8-b386-bc7404068f73Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:59:00 +0000The Apple Watch Series 11 is now available for $100 less at most retailers, or score it for free when you add a new line.Adrian Marlowhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ios-27-public-beta-download/1a1b12cf-4191-4c0c-b736-c59f6ea0782aMon, 13 Jul 2026 22:28:00 +0000You can test Siri AI, faster performance and Apple's latest iPhone features months before the official release.Nelson Aguilarhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/apple-wwdc-ios-27-announcement/3d49145e-d840-4198-957a-c2364b896850Mon, 13 Jul 2026 21:37:00 +0000Developers and public beta testers can try an early version of the software now before Apple releases it to the general public this fall.Zachary McAuliffehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/summer-is-the-worst-season-for-your-phone-battery-heres-how-to-get-through-it/7efca9fb-2b55-48c5-9b12-d68273d08554Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:01:11 +0000Heat damage to a phone battery accumulates silently all summer and shows up as reduced capacity by fall. These steps interrupt that cycle.Nelson Aguilarhttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-iphone-17-deals/22e4268c-b103-4afc-bba9-305f270d20bfSat, 11 Jul 2026 20:04:00 +0000There's no reason to pay full price for an iPhone 17 when there are plenty of deals that knock hundreds off and even get you one for free.Adrian Marlowhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/better-holiday-vacation-movies-with-phone-top-tips/dd0cbbcc-9df5-4f6e-a4b9-1d9b78dd199aSat, 11 Jul 2026 12:00:56 +0000I'm a pro video creator and this is how I make my phone movies look even better.Andrew Lanxonhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/dont-buy-an-airtag-if-you-only-need-it-for-a-trip-just-borrow-one/c6aaab07-8e58-4bb6-a425-36cc39832968Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:45:38 +0000Traveling is already expensive enough. Save a few bucks by borrowing an AirTag from a friend or family member.Zachary McAuliffehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/using-your-iphone-at-night-heres-how-you-can-make-the-screen-extra-dim/a05d5ac6-85d9-4b13-b88d-cc03f39a4acaFri, 10 Jul 2026 20:30:49 +0000Some iPhone screens can get down to a single nit of brightness, but these tricks will help it appear even dimmer.Nelson Aguilarhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/shhh-its-a-secret-this-is-the-best-way-to-have-a-private-conversation-on-your-iphone/4a8ac162-8812-43ba-88c6-251c1239a6d1Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:30:39 +0000I use my iPhone's Notes app whenever I need to send discreet messages. Here's how it works.Nelson Aguilarhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/before-ios-27-dont-forget-to-check-out-these-ios-26-4-features/1f965236-a55a-4e79-a02d-b77d6cb91b48Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:34:05 +0000New emoji and video podcasts are just a couple features the update brought to your device in March.Zachary McAuliffehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/the-ultimate-guide-to-viewing-copying-and-sharing-wi-fi-passwords-on-your-iphone/170d224e-5076-40b3-ae63-09e23e84b866Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:45:20 +0000If you're on iOS 18 or above, sharing Wi-Fi passwords with others is a breeze.Nelson Aguilarhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/best-travel-phone-plan/d14ae97d-11f0-4db0-91f5-6f1d74259665Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:30:00 +0000For easy phone coverage when you're traveling to countries outside the US, check out these plans for the best international options.Jeff Carlsonhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/want-to-lock-or-hide-specific-apps-on-your-iphone-heres-how/73a906d4-0fea-483f-9fb3-4fa335934b08Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:00:43 +0000This trick can give you an extra layer of privacy.Zachary McAuliffehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/best-unlimited-data-plan/d5b3d0e1-a569-40c5-913a-72be198b5a16Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:30:00 +0000Why unlimited? A phone plan with no caps on the data you use lets you stream media, play games and stay connected. We pick our favorites from Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile.Jeff Carlsonhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/best-senior-phone-plans/a798b7c3-35e9-4878-85b1-3e3da6088e55Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:58:00 +0000If you or a senior family member needs phone service, anyone 55 and older can save money with these specific phone plans tailored to their needs.David Lumbhttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-apple-watch-series-10-deals/01cc29ad-0f5b-44fc-87bf-c07b2eea5f62Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:35:00 +0000It’s the perfect way to upgrade your smartwatch without making your wallet suffer.Adam Oramhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/18-secret-iphone-features-in-ios-26-you-probably-didnt-know-existed/44df1666-6b9e-43fa-bc30-d0e3539b9858Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:00:47 +0000iOS 26 hid some of its best additions behind menus Apple barely mentioned. Here's the complete tour of what's worth finding.Nelson Aguilar