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What Is Game Mode on iOS 18 & How To Use It
By Rhett Intriago
Your iPhone now has a dedicated Game Mode. This new feature is included with the latest iOS update and is designed to help improve your gaming experience on the iPhone and iPad. Find out what Game Mode is, how it works, and how to activate Game Mode on iOS 18.
How to Use iOS 18 Eye Tracking on Your iPhone
By Leanne Hays
Eye Tracking allows iPhone users to control their iPhone with their gaze. Users can also customize Eye Tracking in many helpful ways. Here's how to turn on and use one of Apple's most helpful new iOS 18 features, Eye Tracking.
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Image Playground: Instantly Change Art Styles
By Rhett Intriago
Apple’s Image Playground can be used to create AI-generated artwork in seconds. You can even change the art style of any image you create. It’s all powered by Apple Intelligence and it’s very easy. Here’s how to use Image Playground on iOS 18 to change the art style of images.
How to Use Genmoji to Make Custom Emojis of Your Pets
By Olena Kagui
Did you know that you can create your own emojis using Apple Intelligence? My favorite way to use this feature is to create emojis that look like my pets. I’ll teach you how to use the built-in emoji generator to create custom Genmoji of your cats, dogs, or whatever else you can imagine!
Reset Photos App Facial Recognition for People & Pets
By Olena Kagui
Your Photos app has a facial recognition search feature that is used to identify different people and animals in your life. These are then automatically turned into Memories and show up as suggestions in the People & Pets album. If you notice that your iPhone is incorrectly identifying certain loved ones or not including them in your Memories, doing a quick reset can fix the issue!
How to Fix Image Playground Images (iOS 18.2)
By Rhett Intriago
The Image Playground app allows you to use Apple Intelligence to generate artwork and images in different art styles. However, the images don't always come out how you might expect. Luckily you can easily correct images that have been incorrectly generated in Apple's Image Playground app.
The iPhone Life 2024 Buyer’s Guide
By Susan Misuraca
In Episode 216, Cullen Thomas and Amy Spitzfaden-Both (filling in for Donna and David) give you the best gear of 2024, exploring highlights from the iPhone Life Buyer’s Guide, including our top-rated computer mice, phone cases, chargers, and more. We’ll help you pick the best tech for your holiday wish list!
Create Custom Images in Seconds with Image Playground
By Rhett Intriago
The latest version of iOS includes a new app called Image Playground. You can use this app to generate artwork and images using Apple Intelligence. Find out how to get started with Apple’s Image Playground app!
Create New Emojis Using Apple Intelligence
By Rhett Intriago
Apple is slowly rolling out Apple Intelligence features with each new iOS 18 update. If you’re having trouble finding the right emoji to use to respond to a text, fear not! In iOS 18.2, you can now use Apple Intelligence to generate completely new emojis. Find out how below!
How to Use the Compass on an iPhone
By Leanne Hays
Did you know you have a compass tool right on your iPhone? Here's how to find your phone compass, and use the Compass app on your iPhone.
Buyer's Guide 2024: Best Music & Audio Gear
By Nicholas Naioti
In addition to writing for iPhone Life, I am a musician, DJ, and content creator. In 2024, the world of music and audio gear is brimming with cutting-edge innovations and thoughtfully designed equipment that caters to both audiophiles and creators alike. There’s been a ton of gear released recently that’s gotten me really excited to create and experience music in new ways. The boundaries of technology are always being expanded, combining superior audio quality while still being accessible to a wide range of people. Hopefully this list of my favorite music and audio gear helps elevate your creative potential and enjoyment of sound!
Buyer's Guide 2024: Health & Fitness
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Looking to improve your workouts or general health? Read our 2024 Buyer's Guide for Health and Fitness to learn about the latest, greatest smart gear. You're sure to find something for yourself or the perfect gift for a friend or family member!
How to Make iOS 18 Photos App Less Annoying
By Olena Kagui
Design changes to frequently used apps are not always well received, and the iOS 18 Photos app updates have been heavily criticized. What many don’t realize is that you can now completely customize the Photos app. While you cannot get the old app back, you can hide any features you don’t use, highlight your favorites, and reorder everything in a way that works best for you.
Fix Apple Watch Sleep Apnea Not Working or Unavailable
By Olena Kagui
Sleep Apnea detection is an exciting new feature that's available on newly released Apple Watches but also on some older models. If you're getting unavailable Sleep Apnea notifications alerts or the feature isn't working as it should, we can help. Learn how to fix Apple Watch Sleep Apnea in a few easy troubleshooting steps.
How to Use the Camera Control Button for Better Photography
By Olena Kagui
The new Camera Control button is an exciting addition for iPhone photography enthusiasts. It is sometimes called a camera shutter button, but it can be used to do so much more, including zoom in and out, adjust exposure, start recording video, and more. It can be pressed, light-pressed, and swiped, and it is customizable, so you can tweak what it does and how it works.
Buyer's Guide 2024: Baby Gear
By David Averbach
Baby on the way? Read our 2024 Buyer's Guide for Baby Gear to learn about the latest, greatest smart gear for new parents! You're sure to find something for your own nursery, or the perfect baby shower gift.
How to Summarize a Webpage in Safari (iOS 18)
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
If you've ever been lost in the middle of a website and wished you could just get the gist without having to read through the entire page, I have good news for you. iOS 18 brings us Safari summaries that summarize a website in a few pertinent points. Here's how to get an iOS 18 Safari summary.