The most popular Apple tips of January 2026

Apple introduced a new feature this year that could change the way we communicate in different languages. Live Translate, which was introduced with the new AirPods Pro 3, is also available for older AirPods models and with iOS 26.2 it is also coming to the EU.

Live Translate is a smart translation feature that uses Apple Intelligence to instantly translate conversations. The feature turns your AirPods into a translation machine that removes language barriers. When someone speaks to you in another language, the AirPods immediately translate it into your language.

Since iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 you have the option to give regular 2D photos a 3D effect. Spatial Scenes gives the image depth and lets you tilt your iPhone or iPad to view different dimensions. You can activate this in the Photos app, but also on the lock screen.

Thanks to a parallax effect, the photo on the lock screen comes to life with subtle movements. This works for all photos in your library, even if they weren’t taken with an iPhone.

Apple is introducing a number of new battery features with iOS 26. This way you can now easily see how long it will take before the battery is charged. Another new feature is Adaptive Power Mode, which extends the life of your iPhone battery without the drawbacks of traditional Power Saving Mode.

While the regular Power Saving Mode mainly limits background activities and makes your device noticeably slower, Adaptive Power Mode automatically chooses the right moment to temporarily reduce performance, without you noticing anything.

Apple introduced a new feature this year that could change the way we communicate in different languages. Live Translate, which was introduced with the new AirPods Pro 3, is also available for older AirPods models and with iOS 26.2 it is also coming to the EU.

Live Translate is a smart translation feature that uses Apple Intelligence to instantly translate conversations. The feature turns your AirPods into a translation machine that removes language barriers. When someone speaks to you in another language, the AirPods immediately translate it into your language.

Since iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 you have the option to give regular 2D photos a 3D effect. Spatial Scenes gives the image depth and lets you tilt your iPhone or iPad to view different dimensions. You can activate this in the Photos app, but also on the lock screen.

Thanks to a parallax effect, the photo on the lock screen comes to life with subtle movements. This works for all photos in your library, even if they weren’t taken with an iPhone.

Google’s Quick Share enables wireless file sharing between Android devices and iPhones through integration with Apple’s AirDrop. This feature allows users to effortlessly send photos, videos, and documents without having to perform complex configurations.

The functionality is currently rolling out, starting with the Pixel 10 series, and will work with iPhone, iPad, and macOS devices. This makes Quick Share a convenient solution for sharing files with friends or colleagues, regardless of their device. We explain how it works.

Apple is introducing a number of new battery features with iOS 26. This way you can now easily see how long it will take before the battery is charged. Another new feature is Adaptive Power Mode, which extends the life of your iPhone battery without the drawbacks of traditional Power Saving Mode.

While the regular Power Saving Mode mainly limits background activities and makes your device noticeably slower, Adaptive Power Mode automatically chooses the right moment to temporarily reduce performance, without you noticing anything.

Apple introduced a new feature this year that could change the way we communicate in different languages. Live Translate, which was introduced with the new AirPods Pro 3, is also available for older AirPods models and with iOS 26.2 it is also coming to the EU.

Live Translate is a smart translation feature that uses Apple Intelligence to instantly translate conversations. The feature turns your AirPods into a translation machine that removes language barriers. When someone speaks to you in another language, the AirPods immediately translate it into your language.

Since iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 you have the option to give regular 2D photos a 3D effect. Spatial Scenes gives the image depth and lets you tilt your iPhone or iPad to view different dimensions. You can activate this in the Photos app, but also on the lock screen.

Thanks to a parallax effect, the photo on the lock screen comes to life with subtle movements. This works for all photos in your library, even if they weren’t taken with an iPhone.