CNET iPhone UpdateTips, news, how tos, and troubleshooting help for the iPhone.https://gcp-assets-origin-fly.cnet.com/bundles/cnetcss/images/core/logo/cnet_og.pngCNET iPhone UpdateiOS 27 Feels Like an Empty Update on Older iPhoneshttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ios-27-feels-like-an-empty-update-on-older-iphones/f2972abc-1753-429c-90d4-6e8280fa0e3fWed, 10 Jun 2026 19:24:19 +0000Commentary: Sure, iOS 27 will be able to run on an iPhone 11, but does that actually matter?Zachary McAuliffeHow to Find a Dead iPhone Using Apple's Find My Networkhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-lost-and-battery-drained-heres-how-you-can-still-find-it/7d78304c-4213-4f5f-bd42-c81361d38dbeWed, 10 Jun 2026 16:01:00 +0000A completely dead battery doesn't disable Find My. Here's everything you need to know about locating a powered-off iPhone.Prakhar KhannaApple Struck the Right Notes With Its New AI Tools. Here Are 4 Features I'm Excited to Tryhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-struck-the-right-notes-with-its-new-ai-tools-and-im-excited-to-try-these-4-features/ab4ec7c5-1f0a-4ca4-b3e4-588e0368c1f2Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:54:00 +0000Commentary: Siri AI is the headline feature of WWDC26, but there are more new capabilities I need to check out.Prakhar KhannaIf You’re Looking to Upgrade, These Apple Watch Series 11 Deals Are Too Good to Misshttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-apple-watch-series-11-deals/6945dc43-034c-42a8-b386-bc7404068f73Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:37:00 +0000No need to spend hours comparing prices, we already found the lowest ones out there. Just make sure to lock them in before they're gone.Adrian MarlowWill Your iPhone Run iOS 27? Here Are All the Compatible Modelshttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/will-your-iphone-run-ios-27-compatible-models/2e456b26-c152-4e3a-9796-32045287e724Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:32:00 +0000Several older iPhones will get at least one more year of major software updates.Nelson AguilarApple Didn't Really Say What's Coming in iOS 27, So I Guess I Willhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/apple-wwdc-ios-27-announcement/3d49145e-d840-4198-957a-c2364b896850Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:16:00 +0000The next major iOS software will be available on devices as old as the iPhone 11, and it will land on your device this fall.Zachary McAuliffeWe Found Deals Across Every iPhone, Including Ways to Get the Latest Model for Freehttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-iphone-deals/062a7e73-2f3d-4f0d-a45c-0adad343b92dMon, 08 Jun 2026 10:57:00 +0000From the iPhone 14 to the iPhone 17, here's every deal worth considering on Apple's entire smartphone lineup.Adam OramConsider This Your Sign to Grab the Apple Watch Series 10, and Keep an Extra $100 in Your Pockethttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-apple-watch-series-10-deals/01cc29ad-0f5b-44fc-87bf-c07b2eea5f62Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:49:00 +0000Tracking down last year's model at a discount isn't easy anymore -- luckily, we did the digging for you.Adam OramiPhone 18: What We Know About Apple's Next Flagship Lineuphttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-18-everything-we-know-about-apples-most-ambitious-lineup-yet/3e5dc679-01bd-49bd-861f-372938e7c88fSun, 07 Jun 2026 12:00:44 +0000The iPhone 18 rumor mill is pointing toward Apple's foldable debut, a bigger battery, a variable-aperture camera and a split 2026-27 release schedule. Plus, there might be new dark cherry and light blue colors.Nicole LeeBest Cheap Phone of 2026: You Don’t Need to Pay a Lot for Your Next Phonehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/best-cheap-phone/df1c9831-ce4b-4e2d-bef7-58fc74d52aecSat, 06 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0000Among the many new smartphones we’ve tested, the best cheap phones include the iPhone 17E, the Google Pixel 10A and the Motorola Razr.Mike SorrentinoRCS Messages Between iPhone and Android Get End-to-End Encryption With iOS 26.5https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/ios-26-5-imessage-rcs-end-to-end-encryption-iphone-android/ba7618ad-545c-4de3-827e-44a1bcc6d633Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:30:35 +0000Apple and Google start rolling out end-to-end encrypted RCS chats in beta for iPhone owners and Android phone users.Patrick HollandLove Wordle? Here Are 10 Similar Games to Try Nowhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/love-wordle-here-are-10-similar-games-to-try-now/2fa14b62-28ff-4e86-b401-d59fd30aedb2Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:00:11 +0000Some of these word and puzzle games offer a challenge, while others are more casual.Zachary McAuliffeiPhone Fold: What We Know So Far About Apple's 2026 Foldablehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-fold-what-we-know-so-far-about-apples-2026-foldable/c874605a-798a-401b-a528-09d3e6b66bdfThu, 04 Jun 2026 00:45:00 +0000Apple's first folding phone may be just a few months away. Rumors point to a September introduction, a $2,000-plus price and a possible new name: the iPhone Ultra.David LumbI Scoured the Internet to Find the Best Deals on Samsung Galaxy S26, iPhone 17 and Morehttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-phone-deals/36b80a7c-da76-4dd3-9ce2-5923dc8d7c24Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:09:00 +0000You don't have to sacrifice your budget to nab a coveted smartphone upgrade.Adam OramI Found Some Serious Savings on All Five Models in Apple’s iPhone 17 Lineuphttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-iphone-17-deals/22e4268c-b103-4afc-bba9-305f270d20bfWed, 03 Jun 2026 18:03:00 +0000Whether you're after the affordable 17E to the pricey 17 Pro Max, you'll want to check out these offers.Adrian MarlowI Need Apple to Finally Launch Its Foldable iPhone Flip in 2026https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-needs-to-launch-a-foldable-iphone-flip/e94189bc-ccca-4a41-a9bc-e22512501f9eWed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:50 +0000Commentary: Android foldables are everywhere, but Apple's is still nowhere to be seen. That might be a problem.Andrew LanxonBest Senior Phone Plans of 2026https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/best-senior-phone-plans/a798b7c3-35e9-4878-85b1-3e3da6088e55Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000Got an older family member or friend with a smartphone? Anyone 55 and older can save money by choosing from these special plans.David LumbForget the Latest iPhone and Save Big With These iPhone 15 Dealshttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-iphone-15-deals/634f5656-3da4-4385-bf84-221d929fe1c1Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:40:00 +0000Take advantage of savings on a previous-gen iPhone while you still can.Adam OramiOS 26.5.1 for iPhone 17 and iPhone Air Fixes Low-Battery Charging Problemhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/ios-26-5-1-for-iphone-17-and-iphone-air-fixes-low-battery-charging-problem/833d0b1d-929d-4a21-a672-e3cfec6a480cTue, 02 Jun 2026 17:16:00 +0000If your phone can't recharge after a deep battery drain, this update is for you.Jeff CarlsonInside Apple's Play to Shoot a Pro Soccer Game Entirely With iPhoneshttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/inside-apples-play-to-shoot-a-pro-soccer-game-entirely-with-iphones/b45c747d-d712-4fa9-84cc-451e16e7aba5Sun, 31 May 2026 12:01:13 +0000The first pro sports game in a major league was broadcast with footage exclusively shot with iPhones. Here's how it was done.David LumbApple Sweetens Trade-In Deals With Higher Payouts for Your Old Devicehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-boosts-trade-in-prices-iphones-ipads-apple-watches-and-macbooks/03d4a6ac-7f63-4c4b-a1be-79c9a12268c6Fri, 29 May 2026 23:53:00 +0000Apple boosted its maximum trade-in values for selected iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, MacBooks and desktop Macs.Lori GruniniOS 26.6 Public Beta Available, Adds Small Change to Blocked Contactshttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ios-26-6-public-betas-available-add-small-change-to-blocked-contacts/6653ef0a-7fb5-440a-805b-93ceda151bdcThu, 28 May 2026 22:47:00 +0000The public prerelease versions of Apple's system software increment as we get close to WWDC.Jeff CarlsonI Was This Close to Paying Full Price for the Airpods 4 but Then I Found These Dealshttps://www.cnet.com/deals/best-airpods-4-deals/3f87669c-798a-4d64-ada0-ea5ec7bac9c6Thu, 28 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000Stop scouting for deals, as we found the best ones for you to upgrade to a better fit and cleaner audio -- starting at $99.Adam OramWhat Are iPhone Background Security Improvements and How to Enable Themhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/what-are-iphone-background-security-improvements-and-how-to-enable-them/1ca0bac1-5dae-4da8-a864-8dc626866a5bThu, 28 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000Apple released the first of these updates in March, but here's what you should know about these smaller updates.Zachary McAuliffeWant Help Getting Your Baby to Sleep? Try Your iPhone's Hidden White Noise Featurehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/want-help-getting-your-baby-to-sleep-try-your-iphones-hidden-white-noise-feature/8c45fce6-dfb6-4a22-a557-4111d8c5e4b7Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:49 +0000Your iPhone can help create a peaceful and serene sleep environment by playing calming sounds, like rain or ocean waves.Zachary McAuliffe