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Why There's A Flashing Red Light On Your iPhone Screen

staff@bgr.com (Kazim Alvi) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 01:17:00 +0000

You may not always see it, but most iPhones emit a flashing red light from the top of their screens. It's nothing to be worried about, though.

Apple Turns Up The Heat On OpenAI Over Alleged Trade Secret Theft

staff@bgr.com (Yoni Heisler) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 21:38:42 +0000

Apple recently claimed that OpenAI stole trade secrets, and now it's reaching out to former employees who work at OpenAI about preserving documents.

5 Of The Best Anti-Reflective Screen Protectors For Your iPhone 17

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:17:00 +0000

If you're rocking a new iPhone 17 and want to keep the display free of damage without losing its anti-reflective coating, these screen protectors are for you.

4 Things To Stop Doing When Charging Your iPhone

staff@bgr.com (Chifundo Kasiya) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 02:17:00 +0000

It's tempting to plug in your iPhone and continue using it because then you don't have to worry about it dying on you, but you're not doing yourself any favors.

iOS 26.6 To Add A Must-Have iMessage Security Feature Every User Will Love

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:44:02 +0000

iOS 26.6 may bring an important new layer of protection to iMessage. The feature was spotted in beta testing ahead of the update's expected release.

5 Siri AI Features That Will Change How You Use Your iPhone, iPad, & Mac

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:47:00 +0000

Apple is rolling out its newest revamp of its Siri AI for various Apple devices, and here are five new things you can try once you gain access to it.

5 iPhone Shortcuts Perfect For Busy Mornings

staff@bgr.com (Marinel Sigue) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 03:47:00 +0000

Your iPhone can make your mornings a little easier to get through with the use of iOS's Shortcuts feature. Here's how to make the most of it.

Why Did Smartphone Makers Stop Making Removable Batteries?

staff@bgr.com (Aaron Greenbaum) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 21:47:00 +0000

Today's smartphones don't include batteries the user can remove and replace or repair, even though some want that, and here's why it ended up this way.

How To Get Siri AI In The iOS 27 Public Beta

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 21:30:00 +0000

Confused about where the latest version of Siri is in the new iOS Beta? There's just a few more steps you need to do to get the upgrade.

5 Cool New iOS 27 Features To Try In The First Public Beta

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 21:13:28 +0000

The first public beta release of iOS 27 has just hit Apple devices, and here are five cool new features you can take for a spin after installing the update.

Is It Worth Buying A Refurbished iPhone 16e In 2026?

staff@bgr.com (Chris Smith) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:47:00 +0000

A refurbished iPhone 16e can still make sense in 2026, but it depends on the price, warranty, and how much you care about newer iPhone 17e upgrades.

10 Essential Apple Watch Features You Have To Enable Yourself

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:17:00 +0000

The most basic features of the Apple Watch are enough for daily use, but some useful options are hidden in the settings waiting for you to activate them.

5 Phone Screen Settings You Should Change To Keep Your Eyes Healthy

staff@bgr.com (Chifundo Kasiya) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 03:47:00 +0000

While most might want their smartphone screens to be as bright as they can go at all times, that's not always the greatest if you care about your eyes.

You May No Longer Need An Apple Watch To Track Your Workouts With iOS 27

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 15:47:00 +0000

Your Apple devices can track a lot of workout data for you while you're at the gym, but this update may change which peripherals you wear there.

This Free iOS App Uses Your AirPods To Fix Your Posture

staff@bgr.com (Jason Schneider) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:47:00 +0000

Posture Pal uses your AirPods to watch for slouching and nudge you through your iPhone. The free app takes a playful approach to better posture.

Your iPhone Can Set A Timer Without Opening The App - Here's How

staff@bgr.com (Marinel Sigue) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:17:00 +0000

You don't need to open the Clock app every time to set a quick timer on your iPhone. Here are some shortcuts that make the process much faster.

11 Of The Most Overlooked iOS Features, According To Users

staff@bgr.com (Khamosh Pathak) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:02:00 +0000

Apple's iOS remains a technological marvel nearly 20 years after its debut. Here are some of the most overlooked features users may not be aware of.

5 Things To Stop Doing If You Have An Apple Watch

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:17:00 +0000

Some small and unusual habits can damage your Apple Watch in the long run, so avoid them if you want it to last as long as it was designed to.

The 2 Reasons Why Your iPhone Isn't Showing Battery Health Anymore

staff@bgr.com (Aaron Greenbaum) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:17:00 +0000

The battery health indicator on your iPhone is important for tracking how much charge you have left, but it doesn't always show up. Here's why that happens.

5 Useful Accessories Every AirTag User Needs

staff@bgr.com (Gaurav Shukla) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:17:00 +0000

AirTags are the best type of location trackers for general use, and attaching them to one of these accessories will ensure their key flaws are fixed.