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Why is my Do Not Disturb or Focus mode turning on by itself on my iPhone? Do Not Disturb and Focus modes can be connected to Lock Screens or turned on automatically based on location and iPhone usage, so it's easy to turn them on accidentally. Learn how to turn Focus mode off and keep it from turning on by itself to avoid missing important notifications!
Ghost in the iMachine: Spooky Tech Stories
By August Garry
As much as we love technology, we have always been suspicious of it. You only need to look to our horror stories to understand that: from 2001: A Space Odyssey to The Ring to M3GAN, we are captivated by the idea of what happens when technology turns on us. Even Frankenstein, considered by many the first true science-fiction story, is about the dangers inherent in toying with technology whose consequences we can’t fully understand.
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Top 7 Ways to Protect Your Personal Security in 2024
(Sponsored Post) By Amy Spitzfaden Both on Thu, 10/17/2024
Did you know that in 2023, there were over 2,000 cyber attacks affecting over 340 million victims?
That's why we are partnering with our friends at Incogni to bring you the Top 7 Ways to Protect Your Personal Security in 2024, a special free live online event in honor of Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
Review: Fender Monterey Bluetooth Speaker
By Mike Riley
I have listened to a fair number of the best Bluetooth wireless speakers, so when Fender released its Monterey Bluetooth Speaker ($349.99), I was intrigued. Fender is best known for its eardrum crunching guitar amplifiers, so I was curious to know how well Fender made the transition from its 20th-century electric guitar roots to 21st-century wireless sound. Read on to find out.
Best Back-to-School Gear, New Apple Watch Rumors & iPhone 8 Facial Recognition Rumors
By Sarah Kingsbury
In this special back-to-school episode, the iPhone Life team shares tips and gear recommendations for students and parents and gives you the scoop on Apple's free Beats headphones for students who buy MacBooks or iPads. Also listen in to hear the latest iPhone 8 and Apple Watch rumors as Apple's fall announcement approaches.
Can You See Siri Search History on iPhone?
By Conner Carey
Can you see Siri history? Unfortunately, unless you have a pretty old operating system, you cannot. However, if you are still running iOS 14 or earlier, you can access logs of your previous Siri interactions.
8 Best iPhone Apps You've (Probably) Never Heard Of
By Conner Carey
We're all aware that there are millions of apps in the App Store, which means there’s very little chance any one of us has heard of even a quarter of what’s available. That’s why we love to look for lists of the coolest iPhone apps, best apps for iPhone, and now, the best unheard of apps, including apps for travel, photography, dating, and more. Lots of cool apps are bound to slip under the radar. But we’re all excited when a new app we’ve never heard of turns out to be fantastic, and better yet, free. We’ll cover eight apps that aren't trending but are still awesome, educational, and helpful for iPhone users.
How to Use Another App While on a Phone Call with Your iPhone
By Conner Carey
When you’re on the phone with someone, you can still use other apps. Let’s say you’re talking to a friend who needs another mutual friend’s number. You can stay on the phone with them while you visit your contacts to find the information. It’s a simple tip but one that will be forever useful. Here’s how to use another app while on a phone call with the iPhone.
How to Retrieve Deleted Text Messages on iPhone
By Becca Ludlum
Did you accidentally delete a text message and now you need to get it back? Fortunately, there are several methods to get back deleted text messages, so no need to worry! We'll go over how to retrieve deleted messages if your iPhone is running iOS 16 or newer, plus a few other tips and tricks to recover deleted text messages on an iPhone if you have older software.
The Hidden Trick to Request a Desktop Site on iPhone
By Conner Carey
Viewing the desktop version of a website can sometimes help you find something that isn't available on the mobile version. Of course, the iPhone always defaults to the mobile site, but there is a way to force Safari to load the desktop version. It’s a pretty awesome hidden trick. Let's go over how to request a desktop site on iPhone.
USB Hub Review: Keep Unsightly Cables Hidden from View
By Todd Bernhard
It's hard to earn a five star review from me, especially for something as mundane as a charging hub. But the Nomad USB Charging Hub (starting at $39.95) does the job of a hub, and hides the cables inside to prevent accidental disconnection and look good at the same time. Speaking of cables, Nomad has some of the most rugged cables you can buy, so when you're on the go, you can take Nomad quality with you.
How to Turn 3D Touch Off on iPhone
By Conner Carey
3D Touch can be a cool, helpful feature for a lot of people. But I also know some who never use the feature or even find that it gets in the way of simply pressing and holding something on the screen. Whatever your reasoning, you can turn 3D Touch off on your iPhone. And it’s very easy to do. Here’s how to turn 3D Touch off on iPhone.
Enter iPhone Life’s Instagram Photo Contest: Deadline September 4
By Rheanne Taylor
ATTENTION: Our photo contest has recently undergone a few changes, so be sure to read our new rules carefully.
It's photo contest time again. We know you enjoy taking the occasional artistic shot with your iPhone, so why not get rewarded for it? Enter our iPhone Photography Contest on Instagram for a chance to win an Olloclip lens and a spot in our magazine!
How to Hide Photos on Your iPhone
By Conner Carey
So you want to know how to lock and hide photos on your iPhone. Well, the iPhone allows you to hide photos, but only in iOS 16 can you properly lock albums. In this article, we'll show you to lock and hide photos in the Hidden album right in your Photos app.
How to Search for a Particular Reminder on Your iPhone
By Paula Bostrom
I use the Reminders app on my iPhone quite a bit. I’ll create a reminder to pick up my dry cleaning, to buy my cousin a birthday present, or to pay a bill. When I create Reminders, I usually set them to remind me on a certain day, at a certain time. But if I need to make a change to one reminder among many, manually shuffling through them is a pain. For example, I made a Reminder to “pay a fee for the school trip” my son was going on. I forgot what the fee amount was and needed the information before the due date. Instead of tapping each folder and scrolling through them to find it, I simply accessed the Reminders search field. Here’s how to search for a particular reminder on iPhone.
How to Update Carrier Settings on Your iPhone
By Conner Carey
Whatever cellular provider you use (Verizon, TFW, Sprint, T-Mobile, AT&T, etc.), you'll need update carrier settings on your iPhone from time to time. It's important to update the carrier settings on your iPhone because it allows your cellular provider to update your network, enhance performance, and add new features. We'll cover what a carrier settings update means and how to update the carrier settings on your iPhone.
5 of the Best Task Manager Apps & To-Do List Apps to Keep You on Track
By Alexandra Quaye
These five to-list apps and task management apps are fairly simple, contain a sleek interface, and most importantly, keep you organized. Say goodbye to forgetting to write important tasks down and having to remember the paper list on the counter. The following to-do list apps can help you keep up with your everyday life while keeping the process as simple (or detailed) as you like and as personalized as you desire. Also, they all have free versions with the option to pay for premium with an in-app purchase. Give one (or all) a try and comment below on how it goes.
How to Unlock a Disabled iPhone or iPad: 4 Best Ways
By Conner Carey
If you unsuccessfully try to unlock an iPhone or iPad too many times, an "iPhone is Disabled: message will pop up, and you'll be locked out. Here's how to fix a disabled iPhone or iPad without your password by using Finder, connecting to iTunes or iCloud, or using Recovery Mode.
Let’s say you’re listening to music using your Bluetooth speaker, and you get a call. When you answer that call, the audio will probably default to your iPhone. But what if you want the call to always default to your Bluetooth headphones, speaker, or earbuds? You can select which Bluetooth device your call audio defaults to in the Call Audio Routing settings in the iPhone Settings app. We've already covered Bluetooth pairing to your iPhone, and how to change which Bluetooth connection you're using to play audio from your iPhone or iPad. You can even connect an Xbox controller to your iPhone. Now, here’s how to set your speaker, headphones, or earbuds as the default audio on your iPhone.