New iPhone Won’t Finish Setup Until It Updates: What to Check
A new iPhone may need a software update before Quick Start, migration or restore can finish. Check power, Wi-Fi, storage and progress before starting over.
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News, updates and practical advice covering iOS, Apple’s operating system for iPhone.
Getting More from iPhone Duo: Split View, App Pairs, Touch ID & Apple Pencil
Use iPhone Duo as an owner, not just a large phone. Try useful Split View app pairs, set up Touch ID well and know where Apple Pencil helps.
RCS Messaging on iPhone: What It Is & Why Australia Is Still Waiting
RCS gives iPhone and Android users better texting, but Australian iPhone owners cannot use it yet. See what it is and what a Telstra report suggests.
iPhone Duo Explained: Apple’s First Foldable iPhone, Who It Suits & What It Costs
iPhone Duo explained: two displays, Split View, a 48MP camera system, Touch ID and eSIM, plus Australian prices from A$3,499 and the 23 October date.
How to Get Your iPhone or iPad Ready to Sell, Trade In or Give Away
Selling, trading in or giving away an iPhone or iPad? Follow these steps to back up, sign out, unpair your Watch and erase it safely.
iPhone Battery Drains Fast After an Update: What Is Normal and What to Check
iPhone battery life can dip after an iOS update while background work finishes. Check Battery Insights and app use before changing settings or replacing it.
Why Is My iPhone Slow? What to Check Before You Replace It
Is your iPhone slow? Check storage, Low Power Mode, battery health and post-update indexing before you spend money on a new one.
iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max: What’s New and Which One to Buy
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max: variable aperture camera, A20 Pro chip, longer battery life, sizes, colours and Australian prices from A$2,099.
iOS 27 on the iPhone: What’s New and What Actually Matters
iOS 27 for iPhone: which models can update, the new Siri AI and Camera mode, Photos tools, Safari and Shortcuts changes, and how to update safely.
Before You Update to iOS 27 and macOS Golden Gate: A Practical Checklist
A practical checklist before you update to iOS 27 or macOS Golden Gate: compatibility, backups, storage, Family Sharing, work apps and Time Capsule.
Stolen Device Protection on iPhone: What It Does and How to Check It Is On
Stolen Device Protection stops a thief who knows your passcode from taking over your Apple Account. See what it does and how to check it is on.
iPhone or iPad Calendar Not Syncing? How to Find Missing Events
Missing or outdated calendar events on an iPhone or iPad? Check the visible calendars, account, refresh settings and where new events are saved.
WWDC 2026: Siri AI, iOS 27 and macOS Golden Gate
WWDC 2026 recap: Apple's rebuilt Siri AI, new parental controls and the next iOS and macOS, with links to our full guide to each.
WWDC 2025: iOS 26, macOS Tahoe, Liquid Glass and Apple Intelligence
WWDC 2025 introduces iOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26 and a shared Liquid Glass design, with broader Apple Intelligence and communication features.
Apple WWDC 2024: Apple Intelligence, a Redesigned Siri and a Smarter Photos App
WWDC 2024 recap: Apple Intelligence, a redesigned Siri, a smarter Photos app and an iPad Calculator, plus Apple Vision Pro's Australian date.
WWDC 2023: Apple Vision Pro, iOS 17 and New Macs
WWDC 2023 introduces Apple Vision Pro, iOS 17, macOS Sonoma, a 15-inch MacBook Air and updated Mac Studio and Mac Pro models.
WWDC 2022: iOS 16, macOS Ventura and the M2 MacBook Air
WWDC 2022 brings iOS 16, macOS Ventura, watchOS 9 and a redesigned MacBook Air powered by Apple's new M2 chip, with major sharing changes.
WWDC 2021: iOS 15, macOS Monterey and Better Privacy
WWDC 2021 previews iOS 15, iPadOS 15, macOS Monterey and watchOS 8, with stronger FaceTime, Continuity and privacy features.
WWDC 2020: Apple Silicon, iOS 14 and macOS Big Sur
WWDC 2020 brings iOS 14, macOS Big Sur and Apple's plan to move the Mac from Intel processors to Apple silicon, plus major software updates.
WWDC 2019: iOS 13, iPadOS, macOS Catalina and a New Mac Pro
Apple has previewed iOS 13, the new iPadOS, macOS Catalina and a redesigned Mac Pro at WWDC 2019, with changes across iPhone, iPad and Mac.