Apple says Lockdown Mode thwarted spyware attacks with a clean slate

Apple says it has not seen a single successful spyware attack on iPhones with Lockdown Mode enabled, highlighting how the feature limits attack surfaces and blocks common entry points used by advanced threats.

The Dynamic Island could shrink on the iPhone 18 series, and not just on the Pro models

Apple reportedly plans a slimmer Dynamic Island for the entire iPhone 18 range, but an unusual staggered launch schedule means the full picture is far from settled.

Wait, the Trump phone might actually exist
Wait, the Trump phone might actually exist

Where’s the Trump phone? We’re going to keep talking about it every week. We’ve reached out, as usual, to ask about the Trump phone’s whereabouts. This week I think I’ve found an FCC listing for the phone, showing it’s received certification to launch in the US. Last week I issued a reminder that Trump Mobile’s […]

Apple Podcasts finally gets serious about video, adds multiple YouTube-inspired features

Apple has overhauled its Podcasts app with iOS 26.4, adding seamless video-audio switching, speed controls, and offline video downloads in a clear bid to rival YouTube and Spotify.

Instagram could soon let you watch Reels while offline with automatic downloads

Instagram is reportedly testing a feature that could automatically download Reels for offline viewing.

Motorola’s Razr Ultra 2026 might be a hair thicker than last year’s version
Motorola’s Razr Ultra 2026 might be a hair thicker than last year’s version

While most flagship phones have been steadily getting slimmer over recent years, the upcoming 2026 version of the Motorola Razr Ultra could end up being a bit chunkier than its predecessor. Leaked measurements of the phone shared by XpertPick and OnLeaks on Thursday show that it will be slightly thicker than the 2025 version, about […]

iOS 26.4 age verification is proving a disaster for some users — here’s how to fix it or stop the update

Age verification for Apple accounts is now mandatory if you’re in the UK and use an iPhone or iPad.

Battery life just dethroned price as the biggest driver of smartphone purchases — and AI doesn’t come close

Battery life is the new biggest driver of smartphone purchases, and I’m honestly not surprised.

Android 17 will let apps get the best out of your phone’s camera chops

Android 17 Beta 3 introduces a vendor-defined camera extensions, allowing phone makers to bring their advanced imaging features to third-party apps.

Google is preparing a priority charging feature for phones for rush scenarios

Google is testing a priority charging feature in Android 17 that shifts power away from background activity so your phone gains more battery during short charging sessions, without cutting off essential functions like calls and texts.