iOS 26 allows iPhones to screen unknown calls using AI. Callers provide reason for calling; responses are transcribed in real time. Users can reply with pre-written or custom messages via AI voice.

In the Settings app, go to Accessibility > Touch > Back Tap and choose one of two options: double tap or triple tap. You ...

Apple's iOS 26 introduced a new call filtering feature for unknown numbers. The feature allows users to screen or silence unknown numbers, or ask why they're calling. I tried it out for a few days, ...

People use their smartphones constantly, but it has become a rarer occurrence for it to be used to actually make or receive phone calls. Because of text, e-mail, and social media, communication has ...

ZDNET's key takeaways iOS 26 adds built-in call screening for unknown numbers.Let an automated voice ask for the caller's reason.Transcripts can help you decide whether to answer or ignore. I get a ...

Apple announced its next iPhone operating software, iOS 26, at its WWDC 2025 developers conference Monday, and its many updates include changes to the Phone app. Alongside new design, it includes two ...

Apple adds a new slider to reduce transparency on the lock screen clock. The update also lets you set the screen to flash for ...

Even if you've been using your iPhone for a long time, there are still things that can leave you confused. For instance, you might wonder what the arrow at the top of the screen means or what the ...

To use Google Phone Calling Card for an iPhone-like calling screen, update the Google Phone app to v188 or later, then go to Settings > Calling Card, pick a contact, and customize with full-screen ...

Apple keeps adding ways to tweak the effects of Liquid Glass in iOS 26. Here's the latest tool, which adjusts the transparency of the clock on your iPhone's lock screen.