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iOS 16 is available today (Apple Newsroom)

iOS 16's personalized Lock Screen with widgets on iPhone 14 Pro. iOS 16 delivers the biggest update ever to the Lock Screen with new features that make it more ...

Users can make up to five edits to a given message, and recipients will be able to see a record of edits made to the message. - The Health app adds Medications, allowing users to conveniently build and manage a medications list, create schedules and reminders, and track their medications, vitamins, or supplements. It allows users to quickly review and remove any access they’ve granted to others. - Dictation offers a new on-device experience that allows users to fluidly move between voice and touch. When users choose to share files for collaboration through Messages, everyone in a thread will be automatically added, and when someone makes an edit to the shared document, activity updates appear at the top of the thread. - Updates to Apple Maps enable further exploration of the world with improved driving and transit navigation, and multistop routing. Browsing in Safari is even safer with passkeys, a next-generation credential that can’t be phished or leaked, making it more secure and easy to use. With the biggest update to search in years, Mail features state-of-the-art techniques to deliver more relevant, accurate, and complete search results. With Focus filters, apps like Calendar, Mail, Messages, and Safari can display only the content that is relevant to a user’s Focus, helping them to find better balance. Users can also create unique designs with their favorite emoji and color combinations, and with multiple Lock Screens, users can switch between their favorites with just a swipe. Apple collections include iconic imagery from Apple; Pride and Unity wallpapers; a Weather wallpaper to see live weather conditions as they change throughout the day; and an Astronomy wallpaper for views of the Earth, moon, and solar system. New widgets on the Lock Screen make it easy to get helpful information at a glance like upcoming calendar events, battery levels, alarms, time zones, Activity ring progress, and more.

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iOS 16—Brilliant New iPhone Features Available Now (Forbes)

Rapid Security Response · Passkeys · Unsend Messages · Lockdown Mode · Safety Check · In short · Apple launches iOS 16—and iOS 15.7.

I’ve already updated to iOS 16, but I am prepared for a few bugs in order to be able to try out the cool new features. But take note—the iOS 15.7 update is an important one, as it fixes 11 security issues, one of which is being used by adversaries in real-life attacks on iPhones. Two issues fixed in WebKit, the engine that powers Safari, could lead to code execution, Apple says on its support page. This could leave many people complaining of bugs, or worse, refusing to update and leaving themselves open to big security problems. Among the benefits, Apple’s solution to obliterate the password makes it hard for you to become a victim of phishing and keeps your credentials safe from website leaks. Safety Check is a useful privacy feature available in iOS 16 aimed at those who may be at risk from a controlling or abusive partner. Users can make up to five edits to a given message—although be aware that recipients will be able to see a record of this. Apple says Lockdown Mode provides “extreme protection for the very small number of users who face grave, targeted threats to their digital security.” The latest iPhone software comes with a bunch of brilliant new features that will be game-changing for your security and privacy. Apple fans have been asking for the ability to unsend messages for some time, and with iOS 16 the iPhone maker has finally launched this feature. Fearing iPhone bugs, many Apple users are left to decide between security and functionality when a new iOS version comes out. “Now your iPhone will get important security improvements between normal software updates, so you automatically stay up to date and protected against security issues,” Apple says.

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Apple iOS 16 is now available for download (CNN)

Apple on Monday released its next-generation mobile software, iOS 16, with new features that allow users to personalize their iPhone lock screens and change ...

To download the new software, visit the Software Update section in Settings. With the new updates, users will also be able to share browser Tabs with groups and find more filters for its Focus app — such as not silencing preferred apps and messages from certain people. There are also options to create multiple lock screens with different backdrops that can be switched throughout the day.

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Apple just released a major update for your iPhone — here's what's ... (CNBC)

Apple released its new iOS 16 software Monday, which means anyone with an iPhone 8 or newer can install the big update for the iPhone 14.

This feature lets you move your FaceTime call from your iPhone to another device, such as your Mac or your iPad, without having to hang up. It'll also automatically switch whatever Bluetooth headphones you have connected to your iPhone to the new device. In a later update, iOS 16 will also automatically share pictures with people it recognizes in the picture, such as friends or family members. Notifications now appear at the bottom of the screen when your phone is locked, and you can easily hide them to keep them out of the way. Apple Watch owners will also be able to monitor their sleep and heartbeat in the iPhone health app. Maps also has a new Transit card feature that will let you replenish your card, see the cost of your trip and more. You can also cut out a subject from a picture, like a person, and place it into images or other apps as a sticker. - Medication and sleep tracking in the health app. This year's update is a big one, with a whole new lock screen that can be customized with fonts and widgets, which were previously relegated to the home screen. The other user will be able to see that the message has been edited or removed. It has [lots of new features](https://www.cnbc.com/2022/09/12/how-to-unsend-imessages-in-ios-16.html) and is available to anyone with an iPhone 8 or newer. This allows users to quickly turn off all services and apps, such as location, being shared with others, such as family members.

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iOS 16 now available with new lock screen, editable iMessages, and ... (The Verge)

Apple has released its latest iOS 16 update. It adds a new lock screen with widgets, edit and undo for iMessage, and even keyboard haptics.

This latest OS update also includes improvements to the Health app, where you can now create a medication list to track medications, vitamins, and supplements. If you’re a fan of audio messages, then iOS 16 adds the ability to fast-forward or rewind as you listen to them. Users of Apple’s built-in Mail app will get a new scheduled send option in iOS 16 alongside the ability to quickly unsend an email right after it was sent. If you’re a daily iMessage user, then there are a variety of improvements with iOS 16 to keep you happy. The lock screen is where most of the obvious improvements in iOS 16 can be seen. The free update includes a new lock screen with widgets, unsend and edit for iMessage, new keyboard haptics, a new Home app, and much more.

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14+ reasons enterprises should upgrade to iOS 16 (Computerworld)

When it comes to iOS, 16 it's not terribly surprising most reports focus is on consumer-friendly features. But there are lots of good reasons for enterprise ...

- iPhone 12 Given that Apple has made iPhone 14 eSIM-only in the US, another improvement that was slightly ignored on announcement now makes a lot of sense. It’s not perfect and the cost of exploiting it is such that most smaller enterprises will probably ignore it, but the move does add another layer of protection to help distinguish genuine corporate emails from spam. Apple has reached a deal with CloudFlare that lets users purchase email domains from within iCloud Settings. This is going to save a good deal of time for many businesses who have had to use a wired connection on the Mac to support some devices until now. Apple has also created two new APIs for MDM service providers, which enable IT admins to either enforce or prevent use of Rapid Security Response across their Apple device fleets. [working to reduce the need for authorization](https://www.computerworld.com/article/3663430/wwdc-apple-cloudflare-fastly-plot-the-end-of-captcha.html). [Declarative Device Management](https://www.computerworld.com/article/3663052/wwdc22-apple-brings-declarative-device-management-to-the-mac.html) makes managed devices more proactive and intelligent, which means MDM systems gather early warning signs in the event unauthorized changes are made to the device. This also makes for highly efficient device deployments alongside SSO. Apple introduced integration with Google Workspace earlier this year following previous support for Microsoft sync. [OAuth 2.0](https://oauth.net/2/), which supports additional identity provision systems from third-party services. But there are plenty of reasons for enterprise users to upgrade — including these [productivity-enhancing tweaks](https://www.computerworld.com/article/3670751/10-lesser-known-ios-16-features-to-make-work-easier.html).

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Apple iOS 16: iPhone Users Urged To Update For Stunning New ... (Forbes)

Apple's big iPhone software release is here. Read on for how to get it, what's in it and why you need it now.

There are updates to the Health app and the Fitness app comes to iPhone, even if you don’t have an Apple Watch. On the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max, an always-on screen will show your lock screen in muted tones. Updating is very straightforward: open the Settings app on the device and then choose General, then Software Update. First up is the all-new lock screen, that part of the iPhone we see first. The new software will run on all iPhones from iPhone 8 onwards. And then read [Gordon Kelly](https://www.forbes.com/sites/gordonkelly/?sh=2dff73184200)’s analysis of whether you ought to install or wait.

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iOS 16 turns your iPhone into a more personal device (TechCrunch)

With iOS 16, Apple has completely revamped the lock screen. It starts with new features for the wallpaper. When you pick a photo in your photo library, you can ...

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25+ iOS 16-ready apps featuring Lock Screen widgets you can try ... (TechCrunch)

Fortunately, a number of app developers have worked to make their apps iOS 16-ready on launch day, having seemingly understood the power that comes from earning ...

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How to Use 'Safety Check' and 'Lockdown Mode' in iOS 16 (WIRED)

Apple's two new security features give people in vulnerable situations ways to quarantine themselves from acute risks.

For a user who has concerns and wants to rein in the access other people may have to their location information and other data, Safety Check offers a tool called Manage Sharing & Access. This tool details the people and apps that have access to different information, like who is connected through Find My Friends or which apps can use a device's microphone. “I think it's commendable that Apple is taking measures to address security threats that are only ever likely to impact a tiny fraction of its user base.” Given this premise, the creation of purpose-built protective tools like Safety Check and Lockdown Mode is not just a logical progression but a necessary one. “People criticize Apple for not opening up iOS enough, and those folks would say this is just a token effort to silence critics. The feature comprehensively restricts any nonessential iOS features so there are as few potential points of entry to a device as possible.

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Here Are 10 of the Best New Features of iOS 16 for Your iPhone (Bloomberg)

It's that time of year again when your iPhone gets an upgrade, giving you a slew of new features to tinker with. Apple's iOS 16 is available for download ...

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Apple iOS 16 and WatchOS 9 launch live updates: Apple iOS 16 and ... (The Indian Express)

The latest version of iOS will feature a completely reimagined Lock Screen that will come with many new personalisation features including widgets. iOS 16 will ...

iPhone 12 series: iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max iPhone 13 series: iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max The latest version of iOS will feature a completely reimagined Lock Screen that will come with many new personalisation features including widgets.

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EFF's “Cover Your Tracks” Will Detect Your Use of iOS 16's ... (EFF)

Apple's new iOS 16 offers a powerful tool for its most vulnerable users. Lockdown Mode reduces the avenues attackers have to hack into users' phones by ...

Make no mistake: Apple’s introduction of this powerful new protection is a welcome development for those that need it the most. Lockdown Mode is unlikely to be used by many people, compared to the millions who use iOS devices, and as such it makes those that do enable it stand out amongst the crowd as a person who needs extra protection. However, it is also easy to use a small piece of JavaScript code on the page to determine whether the font was blocked from being loaded.

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Apple Confirms iOS 16 Battery Percentage Display Not Available on ... (Mac Rumors)

Following iOS 16's public release, Apple has confirmed that users of older generation iPhone models will miss out on the ability to show their...

As was the case with iPhone 13 Pro models released last year, 4K ProRes video recording on the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max still requires a model with at least 256GB of storage, according to Apple's tech specs for the devices. The iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus have seen "bad" pre-order results, indicating that Apple's positioning of the two new standard models may have failed, according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Garmin has reacted to Apple's new rugged Apple Watch Ultra, saying in a tweet following the iPhone 14 and Apple Watch event that it measures battery life in "months" and "not hours," promoting its latest Enduro 2 watch for athletes. The iPhone 14 models offer some substantial upgrades with Emergency SOS via satellite, Crash Detection, camera improvements, and more, but some customers will now be casting their mind forward to next year, when it may be a more appropriate time ... The new icon includes the battery percentage within the icon rather than to the left of it. The new toggle, which can be found within Settings and Battery, lets users always see their battery percentage directly in the status bar without having to swipe down into Control Center.

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iOS 16 Lock Screen Widget Lets You Quickly Open Any App (Mac Rumors)

A new iOS 16 app lets users open any app of their choice directly from their Lock Screen without ever needing to navigate their iPhone. The app...

As was the case with iPhone 13 Pro models released last year, 4K ProRes video recording on the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max still requires a model with at least 256GB of storage, according to Apple's tech specs for the devices. The iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus have seen "bad" pre-order results, indicating that Apple's positioning of the two new standard models may have failed, according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Garmin has reacted to Apple's new rugged Apple Watch Ultra, saying in a tweet following the iPhone 14 and Apple Watch event that it measures battery life in "months" and "not hours," promoting its latest Enduro 2 watch for athletes. The iPhone 14 models offer some substantial upgrades with Emergency SOS via satellite, Crash Detection, camera improvements, and more, but some customers will now be casting their mind forward to next year, when it may be a more appropriate time ... iOS 16 includes plenty of new features, ranging from a customizable Lock Screen to the ability to temporarily edit or unsend iMessages. While iOS 16 includes a redesigned Lock Screen with new customization features, Apple does not allow users to replace the flashlight and Camera app shortcuts with custom apps.

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5 Things You Should Do Immediately After You Install iOS 16 on ... (Inc.com)

1. Set up your customized Lock Screen. One of the best features of iOS 16 is that you can now customize your Lock Screen. In addition to new options for font ...

If you take multiple medications, you can choose the shape and color of what you take to make it easier to recognize. Then, you'll get a notification based on the time you take your medication, and you can log and track when you've taken them. In iOS 16, you can now track your medications directly on your iPhone (and your Apple Watch). Now, you can also choose to display a specific Lock Screen and Home Screen on your iPhone, as well as a Watch face based on the Focus you set. You can also choose which notifications come through, and set it up to hide your work email and appointments within different apps. One of the best features of iOS 16 is that you can now customize your Lock Screen. I love this because it gives you the information without the anxiety. I recommend everyone set up at least three Focus Filters, one for work, one for not-work, and one for when you really need to focus. New in iOS 16 is the ability to pair a Home Screen with your Lock Screen. Another feature Apple has added is Focus Filters, which expands on the ability to set a Focus and control notifications. The latter hides all notifications, and instead gives you a count at the bottom of the Lock Screen letting you know how many notifications you have. With that in mind, after you've installed the free update to iOS 16, here are the five things you should do immediately in order to get the most out of your device:

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Apple iOS 16 Release: Should You Upgrade? (Forbes)

Apple iOS 16 has a lot of bugs... iPhone and iPad owners beware.

The most important is for [CVE-2022-32917](https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2022-32917), a vulnerability in the iOS Kernel, which has the potential to allow hackers to execute malicious code on your iPhone and iPad. Expect iOS 16.0.1 or even iOS 16.1 to launch quickly. So I would expect iOS 16.0.1 to arrive within days and 16.0.2 and iOS 16.0.3 to follow soon after. [sync issues](https://twitter.com/VYZNDR/status/1569648093750083586) (incl [with Apple Watch](https://twitter.com/AhmadThebus/status/1569642857081733120)), a blank screen [screenshot bug](https://twitter.com/ChhetriReshab/status/1569632234373812224), [AirPlay](https://twitter.com/PJ03572836/status/1569635360950611968) [issues](https://twitter.com/bobillingworth/status/1569626635166687232), [MMS messaging](https://twitter.com/tripathikaladka/status/1569575905374371841), levels [for volume ](https://twitter.com/PartytimeRL/status/1569607861105295361)and [brightness](https://twitter.com/prettybrunettte/status/1569609592044400641) levels suddenly jumping, and Apple Photos no longer seems to be [finding duplicate](https://twitter.com/msb2k/status/1569609429011636226) [photos](https://twitter.com/FranZeebra/status/1569582033919266819) (09/13 update: this last issue may resolve automatically as Photos reindexes your collection). The security updates are essential, but they can be added via iOS 15.7, But I can also reveal a lot of bugs in the new releases, and upgrading now is a risk. The new lock screen controls are the real headliner. Apple typically pushes several dedicated bug fix updates after each new iOS / iPadOS generation. If you are running newer beta software (see ‘The Road Ahead’ section at the end), you must [unenroll your device](https://beta.apple.com/sp/betaprogram/unenroll) before the update appears. As a general rule, the more changes software makes, the more bugs it brings. [many battery drain complaints](https://twitter.com/search?q=%40applesupport%20ios%2016%20battery&src=typed_query&f=live). The updates bring a plethora of new features, functionality and important security fixes.

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iOS 16 Features and Changes Exclusive to Newer iPhones (Mac Rumors)

Apple this week released iOS 16 to the public, the latest version of its iOS operating system with major changes and new features, including a...

Live Captions will work on devices with the A12 Bionic chip and later, which includes the iPhone 11, iPhone 12, iPhone 13, the second-generation iPhone SE, and iPhone 14 series devices. The new battery percentage toggle was added in an earlier beta of iOS 16 over the summer. The feature works by using advanced neural networking and image detection to detect the subject in a photo, so it's not available on all the devices that support iOS 16. Since the new Dictation experience uses on-device machine learning, it is limited to devices with processors that can handle the heavy lifting. You can then drag the subject out of the Photos app and into Messages, Mail, Notes, and more. [iOS 16](https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/ios-16/) features, such as the personalized Lock Screen, will be available on all devices supported by the latest version.

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This is the one iOS 16 setting you need to activate right away (Tom's Guide)

The new iOS 16 update for iPhones allows certain models to display a battery percentage in the status bar. Here's how you can enable it for yourself.

Also, the [iPhone XR](https://www.tomsguide.com/us/iphone-xr,review-5868.html), [iPhone 11](https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/iphone-11), [iPhone 12 mini](https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/iphone-12-mini) and [iPhone 13 mini](https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/iphone-13-mini), despite having Face ID, can't display the percentage either, so tough luck if that's what you happen to own. Make sure you read our full [iOS 16 review](https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/ios-16) for our overall thoughts on this update's additions. It's a shame this isn't something [iPadOS 16](https://www.tomsguide.com/news/ipados-16) appears to be adding, but at least it's consistent across all models for now. [We saw this feature added quietly during the iOS 16 beta](https://www.tomsguide.com/news/iphone-14-pro-could-bring-back-this-very-useful-feature), but now that anyone owning an [iPhone 8](https://www.tomsguide.com/us/iphone-8-and-8-plus,review-4675.html) or later can download the final version of the software, you too can turn on the battery percentage indicator. [how to customize your lock screen](https://www.tomsguide.com/how-to/how-to-customize-your-iphones-lock-screen), [how to set up My Sports in the iOS 16 News app](https://www.tomsguide.com/how-to/how-to-set-up-my-sports-on-the-ios-16-news-app) and [how to change the way iPhone notifications are displayed in iOS 16](https://www.tomsguide.com/how-to/how-to-change-the-way-iphone-notifications-are-displayed). First off, you need a model with Face ID, so the iPhone 8, [iOS 16](https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/ios-16) has just arrived for all eligible iPhone users, and if that includes you then we highly recommend you try out the new option to display a battery percentage icon in the status bar. [iPhone SE 2020](https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/apple-iphone-se-2020-review) and [iPhone SE 2022](https://www.tomsguide.com/reviews/iphone-se-2022) are disqualified. If you want to see your battery percentage on any iPhone, including the models named above, remember that you can check by opening Control Center, which you do either by swiping down from the top right corner on a Face ID iPhone or by swiping up from the bottom of the phone on a Touch ID iPhone. [best iPads](https://www.tomsguide.com/best-picks/best-ipad) aren't capable of showing the percentage indicator. The only annoying thing about the new feature is that you can't have both the visual battery indicator and the percentage display at the same time; it's only one or the other, I'm afraid. Toggle the Battery Percentage to on (green).

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Problems downloading iOS 16? Here's how to fix it fast (ZDNet)

Desperate to get iOS 16 onto your iPhone, but it's not downloading? Here's how to get that update coming in quick!

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Apple integrates transit cards with Maps in iOS 16 (NFC World)

Apple iPhone users can now check public transport fares and add transit cards to Wallet as well as check and replenish an existing card balance directly.

Users can currently check transit fares in Maps for journeys on public transport networks in London, New York, San Diego and the San Francisco Bay Area. At launch, users can add and replenish selected transit cards from Maps for public transport networks in Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Los Angeles, New York, Washington DC, Portland, Chicago and the San Francisco Bay Area in the US, London in the UK, Vancouver in Canada, Sydney in Australia, Turku in Finland, Skane in Sweden and 26 cities across China including Beijing, Shanghai, Xi’an and Suzhou, according to Apple’s Apple iPhone users can now check public transport fares and add transit cards to Wallet as well as check and replenish an existing card balance directly from Maps.

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Apple iOS 16 Released: Here's Everything New on Your iPhone (CNET)

iOS 16, which was first announced in the spring at Apple's WWDC conference, has gone through several beta versions prior to its public launch alongside the iPhone 14. It comes with a slew of new features and upgrades that aim to improve how your iPhone ...

Plus, here's [how to download iOS 16](/tech/mobile/how-to-download-ios-16-on-your-iphone-today/). Well, with the new [iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max](/tech/mobile/iphone-14-pro-14-pro-max-hands-on-apples-new-dynamic-island-highlights-redesign/), the [always-on display has finally arrived](/tech/mobile/iphone-14-pro-gets-an-apple-watch-like-upgrade-a-guide-to-the-new-always-on-display/). [everything Apple announced](/tech/mobile/from-iphone-14-to-apple-watch-8-everything-apple-revealed-at-far-out/) at its Sept. Press and hold to [edit your lock screen](/tech/services-and-software/how-to-set-up-ios-16s-new-customizable-lock-screen/). If you start planning a trip with the Maps app on your Mac, you'll be able to share that to your iPhone. [Apple's website demonstrating Private Access Tokens](https://developer.apple.com/videos/play/wwdc2022/10077/), websites that support the token will essentially log in and authenticate that you are indeed a human without your having to play any of the usual CAPTCHA games. [substantial update to the iPhone's lock screen](/tech/services-and-software/how-to-set-up-ios-16s-new-customizable-lock-screen/) yet. Sometimes you get a bunch of notifications in a row from one app, like the score of a basketball game. [you'll be able to edit sent messages](/tech/services-and-software/you-can-now-unsend-and-edit-text-messages-with-ios-16/). The widgets are akin to complications on the Apple Watch lock screen. Plus, the [battery percentage is back](/tech/mobile/ios-16-revives-a-classic-battery-feature-on-iphones/). [iPhone 14](/tech/mobile/iphone-14-14-plus-hands-on-new-cameras-crash-detection-and-a-bigger-size/).

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16 Hidden iOS 16 Features You Didn't Know About (Mac Rumors)

Apple this week released iOS 16, the latest version of iOS with a new customizable Lock Screen, major new additions to Messages, and enhancements to...

The feature is limited to the [iPhone 13](https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/iphone-13/)and later. - Spatial Audio Just for You - With the latest AirPods and some Beats earphones, iOS 16 users can activate Personalized Spatial Audio. Deleted apps can be redownloaded from the [App Store](https://www.macrumors.com/guide/app-store/)later if needed. [Siri](https://www.macrumors.com/guide/siri/)to hang up an active call. In iOS 16, Apple allows users to disable that to prevent accidents by going into Settings > Accessibility> Touch and toggling on "Prevent Lock to End Call." The new sorting option can be found by pressing the three dots in the upper right-hand corner when viewing a playlist. By heading into Settings > Accessibility > Siri and activating Call Hangup, users can now say "Hey Siri, hang up the call" to end an active call. [Photos](https://www.macrumors.com/guide/photos/)app can let you know if you have multiple identical photos, giving you the opportunity to delete the extras to save space. - Built-In Currency Converison - Thanks to new features in Live Text, iOS now includes built-in currency conversion within the Camera and Photos apps. With iOS 16, Apple is expanding the number of apps you can delete from your phone, which now includes The new option saves the screenshot to your clipboard and then deletes it from your Camera Roll, making it easier to use one-time screenshots without them being saved to your device and needing to be cleaned up later. iOS 16 also adds a Personalized Spatial Audio feature that uses the TrueDepth camera to scan your ears, providing a unique listening experience tuned just to you.

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5 huge iOS 16 features you didn't know about (Laptop Mag)

iOS 16 is here and we're all tucking into all the big new features like the overhauled lock screen, a revamped messages app, and the holy grail that is a ...

Of course, there is Apple Wi-Fi sharing, which is supposed to do this seamlessly, but it doesn’t work with Android devices and has been pretty hit-and-miss in my own experience. The difference is subtle but it adds a new level of DSLR-esque drama and storytelling to each shot. Simply put, to quote a British DIY brand Ronseal, it does exactly what it says on the tin. All of this is an extension of what iOS 16 is doing by cutting out subjects on lock screen photos. Of course, these cameras are already pretty outstanding, but with some small software tweaks, the blurring effect is getting an impressive improvement. However, every iPhone dating all the way back to the iPhone 8 will receive this update.

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The Battery Icon Is Back With iOS 16, But Not For All iPhones (CNET)

Apple confirms the convenient battery-monitoring feature is unavailable on select iPhone models.

[an impressive set of features](/tech/mobile/apple-ios-16-released-heres-everything-new-on-your-iphone/), including the [return of the battery life icon to the status bar](/tech/mobile/ios-16-brings-back-a-long-missed-battery-feature-on-the-iphone/). Most iPhones, including the [new iPhone 14](/tech/mobile/whats-new-in-iphone-14-everything-apple-changed-since-iphone-13/), sport the default feature, as do all [iPads](/tech/computing/best-ipad/) once you [download the new iOS16 update](/tech/mobile/how-to-download-ios-16-on-your-iphone-today/). Instead, owners of these devices will have to continue checking battery status as they always have: by swiping down to the Control Center.

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iOS 16: Remove That Annoying Search Button on Your iPhone ... (CNET)

It's easy to get rid of the new Search button on the iOS 16 home screen. Nelson Aguilar/CNET. Every new major software update brings at ...

On your iPhone running iOS 16, launch the Settings application, go to Home Screen and toggle off the Show on Home Screen button underneath "Search." Instead of the Search button on your home screen, you'll now see several dots indicating your various home screen pages instead. Then you have to swipe out of it to go back to your home screen -- which is annoying.

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iPhone 14 models reportedly shipping with earlier version of iOS 16 (9to5Mac)

AppleSWUpdates has revealed that cellular models of the Apple Watch Series 8 will also have a software update available on day one. This is not the first time ...

The first orders for the iPhone 14 and Apple Watch Series 8 are scheduled to arrive on Friday, September 16. This is not the first time that Apple has shipped a new device with a different build than the one that was released to the public. Of course, once users set up the new iPhone for the first time, the system will prompt users to install the latest iOS 16 build (20A362). The build released to the public this week is the same build made available to developers a week ago as the [Release Candidate (RC)](https://9to5mac.com/2022/09/07/ios-16-rc-now-available-to-developers/). AppleSWUpdates has revealed that cellular models of the Apple Watch Series 8 will also have a software update available on day one. [iOS 16](https://9to5mac.com/2022/09/12/how-to-install-ios-16/) to all users after months of beta testing.

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