In this lesson from our upcoming “What’s New in iOS 26” Tutorial see how to use the new icon customization options on iPhone & iPad. We can now choose from default, dark, clear or tinted App icons and widgets. These will automatically apply to every App icon including 3rd party icons!

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In this video from TheMacU.com we look at the new Liquid Glass design language being introduced in all of Apple’s Operating Systems later in 2025. We also look at some appearance options in macOS 26 that allow more customization than ever to the look of your Mac. We will have full “What’s New” Tutorials for […]
In this lesson from our full iPhone Camera Tutorial learn how to take a photos with your iPhone using a Siri voice command rather than needing to press a button. We look at how to enable the command, change what you can say to trigger the photo, and how to switch the camera in order […]
In this quick tip we look at the Sunset-Sunrise Panel within the Apple Weather App and all the interesting information and data that can be accessed within it. The Apple Weather App that comes installed on every iPhone, iPad and Mac doesn’t just provide current conditions and a forecast. Dig deeper to find climate and […]
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