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/deals/iphone-air-deal/9225bec0-4393-4620-92e9-ebc191116ecdFri, 22 May 2026 16:43:00 +0000Best Buy is knocking $150 off all iPhone Air models, but the deal ends May 25.Soumya Shasi Kumarhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-adjust-your-iphones-liquid-glass-appearance-in-a-few-easy-steps/2de4980c-5876-448f-a4c8-36cd2da62f50Fri, 22 May 2026 10:00:41 +0000You can't remove the design from your device, but Apple gives you options to darken some elements so your iPhone's display looks more like it did prior to iOS 26.Zachary McAuliffehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/how-to-make-your-phone-last-years-longer-and-save-yourself-a-fortune/17dd873f-31b3-4ceb-8482-b3ee50eda47fThu, 21 May 2026 12:01:03 +0000Phone prices keep climbing. These tips help you get maximum value out of the one already in your pocket.Andrew Lanxonhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/this-iphone-feature-will-reprimand-you-if-your-camera-lens-is-dirty/d9e58cc4-3514-4764-bb22-c55a6aef7fe7Thu, 21 May 2026 10:00:41 +0000Your iPhone's not angry, it's just disappointed.Zachary McAuliffehttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-apple-watch-ultra-3-deals/33bb0d03-f8ac-4df8-82a3-7ff51a980682Wed, 20 May 2026 15:21:00 +0000Direct discounts are limited, but trade-in and carrier offers make the Apple Watch Ultra 3 worth a look.Adrian Marlowhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-18-everything-we-know-about-apples-most-ambitious-lineup-yet/3e5dc679-01bd-49bd-861f-372938e7c88fWed, 20 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000With September approaching, the iPhone 18 rumor mill is pointing toward a foldable debut, a variable aperture camera and a release calendar Apple has never tried before.Nicole Leehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/before-you-get-a-new-iphone-turn-off-this-setting-on-your-old-device-first/e781376e-239a-44e2-8f9c-32b207619df5Wed, 20 May 2026 10:00:46 +0000Do this before you toss out or trade in your old iPhone.Zachary McAuliffehttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-iphone-17-deals/22e4268c-b103-4afc-bba9-305f270d20bfTue, 19 May 2026 17:45:00 +0000We've found the best ways to save on every model -- from the affordable 17E to the pricey 17 Pro Max.Adrian Marlowhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/apple-siri-google-gemini-ai-ios-27/042af84a-5e64-45e2-8166-c0362bf5c8c1Mon, 18 May 2026 21:05:59 +0000When Apple's AI assistant gets major renovations with iOS 27, what does that mean for privacy?Alex Valdeshttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-apple-watch-series-11-deals/6945dc43-034c-42a8-b386-bc7404068f73Mon, 18 May 2026 20:56:00 +0000Apple's latest watch carries a hefty price tag, but we've found several workarounds that'll save you some cash.Adrian Marlowhttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-iphone-air-deals/984ef818-83e1-4eab-a74f-33628adb6328Mon, 18 May 2026 20:15:00 +0000We've found direct discounts, trade-in savings and new line offers to help you save hundreds.Adrian Marlowhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/how-to-get-better-phone-signal/025c6df7-c530-4bce-97f6-14e981ff0284Sun, 17 May 2026 15:00:46 +0000Before you switch carriers or upgrade your phone, try these nine fixes for a stubbornly weak signal.Nelson Aguilarhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/if-your-iphone-batterys-draining-faster-after-ios-26-5-dont-panic/b7ee8173-721f-41b5-af81-fb912e7d6cd3Sun, 17 May 2026 10:00:45 +0000Apple said that this isn't unusual and that it's temporary.Zachary McAuliffehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/download-ios-26-5-now-to-bring-end-to-end-encrypted-rcs-messaging-to-your-iphone/ac73c7f6-c615-4aca-b2e8-0bdbeffce41fSat, 16 May 2026 10:01:12 +0000The update also brings changes to your Maps app and dozens of bug fixes to your device.Zachary McAuliffehttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-phone-deals/36b80a7c-da76-4dd3-9ce2-5923dc8d7c24Fri, 15 May 2026 14:46:00 +0000If you've been wanting to upgrade your smartphone, these offers let you pick the latest models for less.Adam Oramhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/best-travel-phone-plan/d14ae97d-11f0-4db0-91f5-6f1d74259665Fri, 15 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000When you want seamless phone coverage in countries outside the US, these plans give you the best international options.Jeff Carlsonhttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-iphone-16-deals/8d5c07fe-132a-4882-80ad-f1d3b0a85e5dFri, 15 May 2026 10:14:00 +0000Here's how much you can actually save on an iPhone 16 or 16E right now.Adrian Marlowhttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-iphone-deals/062a7e73-2f3d-4f0d-a45c-0adad343b92dThu, 14 May 2026 14:33:00 +0000Upgrade to the iPhone 17 today and enjoy Apple’s latest innovations at a fraction of the cost.Adam Oramhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ios-26s-visited-places-feature-is-logging-everywhere-you-go-heres-how-to-stop-it/a398c217-ab0c-490a-b3dc-8c3073f3239eWed, 13 May 2026 16:00:44 +0000Apple Maps now keeps a running history of everywhere you go. Here's how to disable it, delete your history or limit how long it's stored.Zachary McAuliffehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-make-sure-end-to-end-encrypted-rcs-messaging-is-enabled-on-your-iphone/803c5efb-735b-4221-90f2-75bd42901901Wed, 13 May 2026 10:00:47 +0000If you downloaded iOS 26.5, your device can now access the secure messaging protocol as long as your carrier supports it.Zachary McAuliffehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ios-27-could-give-your-iphone-a-custom-camera-app-and-a-chatgpt-like-siri-finally/7a7f44d6-638b-407e-92de-94c47a01c3b9Wed, 13 May 2026 01:11:00 +0000Bloomberg reports that iOS 27 will bring a more flexible Camera app, a chatbot-style Siri and design changes across Safari, Weather and more.Nelson Aguilarhttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-apple-watch-series-10-deals/01cc29ad-0f5b-44fc-87bf-c07b2eea5f62Tue, 12 May 2026 17:45:00 +0000It’s getting harder to find deals on the previous-gen model, but we've found the best ways for you to save.Adam Oramhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/best-unlimited-data-plan/d5b3d0e1-a569-40c5-913a-72be198b5a16Tue, 12 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000An unlimited data phone plan means you don't need to worry about hitting limits when streaming media, playing games and staying connected. We pick our favorites from Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile.Jeff Carlsonhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/ios-26-5-imessage-rcs-end-to-end-encryption-iphone-android/ba7618ad-545c-4de3-827e-44a1bcc6d633Mon, 11 May 2026 17:12:00 +0000Apple and Google start rolling out end-to-end encrypted RCS chats in beta for iPhone owners and Android phone users.Patrick Hollandhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/is-your-iphone-lock-screen-missing-the-volume-bar-heres-how-to-bring-it-back/2c54b0c3-4fcb-4543-94de-ec4b941aaebeSun, 10 May 2026 10:00:32 +0000Apple removed the lock screen's volume bar a few years ago with iOS 16, but you can bring it back to your screen now.Zachary McAuliffe