The end of iDEAL is coming and WhatsApp is abolishing a popular function. You can read this and more in this week’s iPhoned news overview.
iDEAL will disappear permanently: this will change from January 2026
Do you regularly make purchases in web shops or other online stores? In that case, you have undoubtedly used iDEAL before. iDEAL is currently the most used online payment method in the Netherlands. But iDEAL will no longer be used for direct online transfers to different bank accounts.
→ This is going to change
Too bad: WhatsApp is removing this popular feature for all users
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has announced that Meta will soon remove the ChatGPT integration for WhatsApp’s 50 million users. OpenAI cites a policy and terms change from WhatsApp as the reason for this, which was drawn up by parent company Meta
→ But you can continue to use ChatGPT this way
Your Apple Watch has two new health features (here’s how to use them)
With the latest watchOS 26 update, your Apple Watch has received two useful health functions. With these functions you will receive a notification if high blood pressure is detected. You can also check whether you slept well.
→ And that’s how they work
These settings ensure that your AirPods run out of power much less quickly
It is convenient that the AirPods do not have a cable, but that also means that they can run out of power. Do your earphones not make it to the end of the day? Then adjust these three settings so that the battery of your AirPods lasts longer!
→ Adjust these settings immediately!
Three highly requested features coming to your iPhone with iOS 26.2
iOS 26 contains many new features and even more features are coming in the second update. We expect Apple to release iOS 26.2 to the general public in December. This includes 3 much-requested features that are finally coming to your iPhone.
→ These are the features that are coming
iPhone 17 vs iPhone 15: You’re better off upgrading for these reasons
The iPhone 17 obviously has a lot more to offer than the iPhone 15. However, the latter is still a solid smartphone, which you can find refurbished for less than 500 euros.
→ Is upgrading worth it?
Spotify Wrapped 2025: this is how you see your most listened to music of the year!
It’s that time of year again for all Spotify users, because Spotify Wrapped is available! Every year, the music service traditionally publishes an overview of your most listened to songs and artists of the past few months.
→ What is your most listened to music?
iPhone 17 Pro lacks an important camera function (that previous iPhones did have)
The new iPhone 17 Pro is without a doubt a powerhouse with a sleek design. The most recent iPhone also has improved cameras and lightning-fast performance. Yet there is something about this camera that is disappointing. In fact, a function is missing.
→ What function is missing?
More iPhone news
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iDEAL will disappear permanently and WhatsApp will remove a popular feature (iPhone news #49)
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The Best iPhone Wallpapers of the Week (Wallpaper Weekly #49 2025)
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Sticking a screen protector on your iPhone 17: sometimes it’s better not to do that
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Apple Maps vs TomTom GPS: it is best to (not) use these
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Next iPhone coming soon (and getting two design changes)