Hands-On Apple (Audio)

Apple just replaced its iPhone Upgrade Program with a device leasing model run by Klarna, and you might end up paying more for devices you never actually own. Find out what happens when your monthly payments end in this episode covering Apple Upgrade!

Apple launches Apple Upgrade device lease, replacing iPhone Upgrade Program

Klarna partnership explained: application, credit check, and payment limitations

Lease requirements: activation, payments, trade-ins, and pickup rules

Device condition, damage, and loss policies under Apple Upgrade

Canceling early, returns, and keeping financed accessories

End-of-term options: upgrade, return, or buy device outright

Host: Mikah Sargent

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iOS 26 conveniently puts you in charge of your iPhone home screen with deep design tools hidden behind a single long press. Discover how Apple's new Liquid Glass and tinted themes finally let your wallpaper and icons reflect your style.

Jiggle mode and edit tools enable deep icon appearance tweaks

Exploring Light, Dark, Clear, and Tinted home screen styles

Using tints and saturation sliders for unique color coordination

Rearranging app icons to highlight wallpaper and key visuals

Adding, editing, and customizing widgets on the home screen

Hiding, deselecting, or deleting home screen pages safely

Removing unused home screen apps without uninstalling them

Switching between app icons and widgets for streamlined access

Face ID and privacy tweaks for individual apps on the home screen

Host: Mikah Sargent

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Ready to install the iOS 27 public beta? Skip common mistakes and learn Mikah's straightforward method for filing some reports that may actually get results.

Back up devices and expectations for public beta testers

Step-by-step guide to enrolling in Apple's public beta program

Understanding your role and responsibilities as a beta tester

The importance of submitting clear, actionable feedback to Apple

How to use the Feedback app and provide diagnostic data

Attaching screenshots and recordings to feedback for clarity

When to refile persistent bugs and avoid reporting third-party app issues

Host: Mikah Sargent

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Ever wish your iPhone could capture your photos with a look that actually feels like you? Learn how Apple's photographic styles hand you control over color, tone, and even skin tones, with no generic filters required.

Differences in photographic styles between older and newer iPhones

How to set up and select photographic styles in iOS settings

Exploring and customizing style presets like amber, gold, and rose gold

Using the control pad to fine-tune tone, color, and intensity

Adjusting or resetting styles, plus limitations on older versus newer devices

Saving and editing photo styles after capture on latest iPhones

Host: Mikah Sargent

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Transform your iPhone interaction with a neat double-tap feature that most users have never noticed in the settings menu. Find out how to program the back of your phone for quick actions like taking a screenshot, launching your favorite app, or automating nighttime routines.

Finding and enabling Back Tap in Accessibility settings

Double tap and triple tap back actions explained

How Back Tap uses sensors, not physical buttons

Assigning system, accessibility, and device actions to Back Tap

Using Back Tap to trigger shortcuts for custom automations

Practical uses and avoiding accidental activations

Host: Mikah Sargent

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