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Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Scottish Sun
The 6 little-known iPhone ‘secret phrases' to find lost phone on silent, skip ads & stop snoopers from reading texts
Number five might even stop arguments at home CODE GREEN The 6 little-known iPhone 'secret phrases' to find lost phone on silent, skip ads & stop snoopers from reading texts Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) IF you're just using Siri to set timers and make phone calls while wearing headphones, you're missing a trick. Or six tricks: we reveal the phrases, codewords and questions that can help you find your lost phone (or even lost car!), skip ads, and prevent snoopers from reading your texts. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Apple's Siri is more powerful than you realise Credit: Apple 5 Make sure you've got Allow Siri When Locked turned on Credit: Apple / The Sun 5 You'll also want to make sure you have Siri voice commands set up Credit: Apple / The Sun But before you start, make sure that you've got two iPhone settings enabled. First, go to settings > Siri and toggle on Allow Siri When Locked. Then go to Settings > Siri > Talk & Type to Siri and switch on "Siri" or "Hey Siri". SIRI TRICK #1 – FIND LOST PHONE Have you ever lost your phone somewhere in the house (or car, or at work) and just can't find it? Worse still, you've got it on silent so even calling it won't help. Well Siri can save you with minimal fuss. Just say "Hey Siri, where are you?" and your iPhone will reply out loud with "I'm here". That way, you can easily track your iPhone down to the gap behind the sofa, or the space under your bed. SIRI TRICK #2 – REMIND ME AT A PLACE Siri is great for setting reminders, especially in the future. But sometimes, you might want to remember to do something at home or work – but you're not sure exactly when you'll be there. Apple interview with Greg Joz Joswiak on new artificial intelligence, screening, hold assist, carplay, liquid glass and ios updates If you have your locations set up on your iPhone, you can ask Siri to remind you when you arrive at home or work. So you could say "Hey Siri, remind me to unload the dishwasher when I get home". Then when you arrive home, you'll get the alert. If you did the reminder based on time, you might get it too early or late – potentially make it redundant. 5 You can add reminders – like shopping – based on your location using Siri Credit: Apple / The Sun But tying the reminder to a location fixes that completely. SIRI TRICK #3 – SKIPPING ADS Do you ever skip through the ads in a podcast? You're probably not alone. If you're holding your phone, you can manually fast-forward. It's a pain, but it works. But if your phone is in your pocket and you've got headphones on – or you're listening in the car – then you're stuck. SIRI WORKS WITH YOUR APPS Here's Apple's official list of Siri tricks to try with apps... 'Set up a meeting with Gordon at 9' to create an event in Calendar. 'Add artichokes to my groceries list' to add an item to Reminders. 'Send a message to PoChun saying love you heart emoji' to send a text using Messages. 'What's my update?' to get an update about the weather in your area, the news, your reminders and calendar events, and more. Picture Credit: Apple A better option for both of those situations is to use Siri. Just say "Hey Siri, skip 90 seconds" and you'll blast past most ad breaks. SIRI TRICK #4 – PARKING HERO It's surprisingly easy to forget where you've parked your car. But drivers can make use of a clever Siri hack that works with Apple CarPlay. 5 Make sure you've got Show Parked Location turned on in Settings > Apps > Maps Credit: Apple / The Sun When you're using CarPlay and you leave your car behind somewhere, it'll pin your parking location on Apple Maps. Then when you're ready to find your car, you can say "Hey Siri, where did I park?" and you'll get directions back to your parking spot. It's perfect if you're on a day out somewhere new. SIRI TRICK #5 – COIN FLIPPER Siri has a built-in coin flipper trick. It's perfect for deciding who goes first during a board game or sports. Just say "Hey Siri, flip a coin". It's as easy as that. SIRI TRICK #6 – LOCK IT FAST If a nosy pal or prankster sibling ever grabs your phone, you can sabotage their antics. Just shout "Siri, lock my phone" and your mobile will automatically lock – even if it's right across the room. That way they won't be able to read your texts, or send a poo emoji to your boss. Phew.
The Sun
5 days ago
- The Sun
The 6 little-known iPhone ‘secret phrases' to find lost phone on silent, skip ads & stop snoopers from reading texts
IF you're just using Siri to set timers and make phone calls while wearing headphones, you're missing a trick. Or six tricks: we reveal the phrases, codewords and questions that can help you find your lost phone (or even lost car!), skip ads, and prevent snoopers from reading your texts. 5 5 But before you start, make sure that you've got two iPhone settings enabled. First, go to settings > Siri and toggle on Allow Siri When Locked. Then go to Settings > Siri > Talk & Type to Siri and switch on "Siri" or "Hey Siri". SIRI TRICK #1 – FIND LOST PHONE Have you ever lost your phone somewhere in the house (or car, or at work) and just can't find it? Worse still, you've got it on silent so even calling it won't help. Well Siri can save you with minimal fuss. Just say "Hey Siri, where are you?" and your iPhone will reply out loud with "I'm here". That way, you can easily track your iPhone down to the gap behind the sofa, or the space under your bed. SIRI TRICK #2 – REMIND ME AT A PLACE Siri is great for setting reminders, especially in the future. But sometimes, you might want to remember to do something at home or work – but you're not sure exactly when you'll be there. Apple interview with Greg Joz Joswiak on new artificial intelligence, screening, hold assist, carplay, liquid glass and ios updates If you have your locations set up on your iPhone, you can ask Siri to remind you when you arrive at home or work. So you could say "Hey Siri, remind me to unload the dishwasher when I get home". Then when you arrive home, you'll get the alert. If you did the reminder based on time, you might get it too early or late – potentially make it redundant. 5 But tying the reminder to a location fixes that completely. SIRI TRICK #3 – SKIPPING ADS Do you ever skip through the ads in a podcast? You're probably not alone. If you're holding your phone, you can manually fast-forward. It's a pain, but it works. But if your phone is in your pocket and you've got headphones on – or you're listening in the car – then you're stuck. SIRI WORKS WITH YOUR APPS Here's Apple's official list of Siri tricks to try with apps... 'Set up a meeting with Gordon at 9' to create an event in Calendar. 'Add artichokes to my groceries list' to add an item to Reminders. 'Send a message to PoChun saying love you heart emoji' to send a text using Messages. 'What's my update?' to get an update about the weather in your area, the news, your reminders and calendar events, and more. Picture Credit: Apple A better option for both of those situations is to use Siri. Just say "Hey Siri, skip 90 seconds" and you'll blast past most ad breaks. SIRI TRICK #4 – PARKING HERO It's surprisingly easy to forget where you've parked your car. But drivers can make use of a clever Siri hack that works with Apple CarPlay. 5 When you're using CarPlay and you leave your car behind somewhere, it'll pin your parking location on Apple Maps. Then when you're ready to find your car, you can say "Hey Siri, where did I park?" and you'll get directions back to your parking spot. It's perfect if you're on a day out somewhere new. SIRI TRICK #5 – COIN FLIPPER Siri has a built-in coin flipper trick. It's perfect for deciding who goes first during a board game or sports. Just say "Hey Siri, flip a coin". It's as easy as that. SIRI TRICK #6 – LOCK IT FAST If a nosy pal or prankster sibling ever grabs your phone, you can sabotage their antics. Just shout "Siri, lock my phone" and your mobile will automatically lock – even if it's right across the room. That way they won't be able to read your texts, or send a poo emoji to your boss. Phew.
The Irish Sun
7 days ago
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Drivers can claim free screen upgrade in cars TODAY & your car will look posher than ever in seconds
WHEEL-Y COOL! Drivers can claim free screen upgrade in cars TODAY & your car will look posher than ever in seconds DRIVERS can unlock a clever upgrade for their car screens without paying a penny. You'll be able to make the inside of your car look much nicer thanks to a clever tech hack. Advertisement 8 Apple CarPlay is getting a major upgrade – and you can bag it early Credit: Apple 8 Normally you'd have to wait until September for the new look Credit: Apple Earlier this year, Apple showed off a brand new version of CarPlay. That's the iPhone-style interface you see on your car screen when you've got your Apple mobile with you. It gives your in-car screen a slick new 'Liquid Glass' look plus loads of clever new tricks, like letting you 'emoji react' to texts and a new driving safety feature. Normally you'd have to wait until iOS 26 comes out for the iPhone in September to get the new look – but there's a way to get it early. Advertisement WHAT'S NEW IN CARPLAY IN IOS 26? There are loads of changes coming in the new update. The update is technically for your iPhone, but Apple CarPlay runs off your mobile – so your motor gets an upgrade too. For a start, it'll get a brand new "Liquid Glass" look. That's the swish redesign coming to the iPhone in September that makes the interface look more glassy and modern. "We have some great updates this year to make CarPlay more beautiful and even easier to use," said Emily Schubert, Apple's Director of Car Experience Engineering. Advertisement "With iOS 26, the new design extends into the car for a consistent, expressive experience while you drive. "It brings updates across the whole system, including icons that look great in light or dark mode." Apple interview with Greg Joz Joswiak on new artificial intelligence, screening, hold assist, carplay, liquid glass and ios updates She called it "a must-have feature all over the world". It's not just a makeover, though. Advertisement Your car's screen will also get some new features, including a safety feature so that incoming calls don't block your directions. That way, you won't suddenly be lost halfway around a giant roundabout. 8 Apple has updated CarPlay in the iOS 26 update for your iPhone Credit: Apple 8 The upgrade was revealed by Apple's Emily Schubert in California Credit: Apple Advertisement "We've also added new features to help keep you connected while driving," Emily explained. "Like a compact design when you get a call so you can still see what's on the screen, like your upcoming directions. "Along with Tapbacks and pinned conversations in Messages." Tapbacks are the emoji reactions that you can currently use on Messages. Advertisement IOS 26 SUPPORTED DEVICES – THE FULL LIST Here are the iOS 26 supported devices... iPhone 16e iPhone 16 iPhone 16 Plus iPhone 16 Pro iPhone 16 Pro Max iPhone 15 iPhone 15 Plus iPhone 15 Pro iPhone 15 Pro Max iPhone 14 iPhone 14 Plus iPhone 14 Pro iPhone 14 Pro Max iPhone 13 iPhone 13 mini iPhone 13 Pro iPhone 13 Pro Max iPhone 12 iPhone 12 mini iPhone 12 Pro iPhone 12 Pro Max iPhone 11 iPhone 11 Pro iPhone 11 Pro Max iPhone SE (3rd gen) iPhone SE (2nd gen) Picture Credit: Apple And they're being added to CarPlay as a quick way to reply without needing to send a full text. As well as that, Apple is adding widgets and Live Activities (showing ongoing info like sports scores) to your car's display. "iOS 26 also gives you widgets in CarPlay. They're quick and glanceable ways to get information, which is perfect while driving," Emily said. "As well as Live Activities so you can stay on top of what's important to you, like a friend's flight status, all done in a way to help you stay focused on the road." Advertisement 8 New CarPlay adds Tapbacks so you can quickly reply to messages without typing Credit: Apple The updates will come to anyone with an iPhone that can get iOS 26 and a car that supports CarPlay. Apple says CarPlay is used more than 600 million times a day around the world, so the changes will affect a vast number of drivers. If you want to get it early, there's an easy way to do it. Advertisement HOW TO GET IOS 26 EARLY You don't need to wait until September to try the new CarPlay. 8 The new 'Liquid Glass' design isn't just for iPhone – it's on CarPlay too Credit: Apple Apple tests out its software before the general release. This is called a beta test. And you can get the iOS 26 beta test on iPhone for free right now. Advertisement But before you do, it's worth being cautious. Beta software is for testing, so you might find unexpected bugs or other problems. So if you have a spare iPhone – maybe your previous model is still in a drawer somewhere – then consider installing iOS 26 on that instead. That's especially smart if you're only wanting to use it for trying out the new CarPlay anyway. Advertisement It's also worth making sure that all of your apps, messages and videos are backed up before you get on the beta. To join the beta, go to Apple's beta website, sign in with your account, and then register for it here. 8 You'll be able to add special widgets to your CarPlay Home Screen Credit: Apple Once you're in, restart your iPhone and you'll be able to see the beta update waiting for you in Settings > General > Software Update. Advertisement Download the beta and your iPhone will update as normal. Once it's restarted after the update, you'll be running iOS 26. You'll also notice a new app called Feedback Assistant where you can tell Apple about how you're getting on. Now when you connect your iPhone to CarPlay with this new software, your car's screen will be upgraded too. 8 You'll also be able to view Live Activities – like the flight status seen here in the bottom-right corner Credit: Apple Advertisement If you want to go back to regular iOS 18, you can switch back by going into Settings > General > Software Update again.
Scottish Sun
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Drivers can claim free screen upgrade in cars TODAY & your car will look posher than ever in seconds
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) DRIVERS can unlock a clever upgrade for their car screens without paying a penny. You'll be able to make the inside of your car look much nicer thanks to a clever tech hack. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 8 Apple CarPlay is getting a major upgrade – and you can bag it early Credit: Apple 8 Normally you'd have to wait until September for the new look Credit: Apple Earlier this year, Apple showed off a brand new version of CarPlay. That's the iPhone-style interface you see on your car screen when you've got your Apple mobile with you. It gives your in-car screen a slick new 'Liquid Glass' look plus loads of clever new tricks, like letting you 'emoji react' to texts and a new driving safety feature. Normally you'd have to wait until iOS 26 comes out for the iPhone in September to get the new look – but there's a way to get it early. WHAT'S NEW IN CARPLAY IN IOS 26? There are loads of changes coming in the new update. The update is technically for your iPhone, but Apple CarPlay runs off your mobile – so your motor gets an upgrade too. For a start, it'll get a brand new "Liquid Glass" look. That's the swish redesign coming to the iPhone in September that makes the interface look more glassy and modern. "We have some great updates this year to make CarPlay more beautiful and even easier to use," said Emily Schubert, Apple's Director of Car Experience Engineering. "With iOS 26, the new design extends into the car for a consistent, expressive experience while you drive. "It brings updates across the whole system, including icons that look great in light or dark mode." Apple interview with Greg Joz Joswiak on new artificial intelligence, screening, hold assist, carplay, liquid glass and ios updates She called it "a must-have feature all over the world". It's not just a makeover, though. Your car's screen will also get some new features, including a safety feature so that incoming calls don't block your directions. That way, you won't suddenly be lost halfway around a giant roundabout. 8 Apple has updated CarPlay in the iOS 26 update for your iPhone Credit: Apple 8 The upgrade was revealed by Apple's Emily Schubert in California Credit: Apple "We've also added new features to help keep you connected while driving," Emily explained. "Like a compact design when you get a call so you can still see what's on the screen, like your upcoming directions. "Along with Tapbacks and pinned conversations in Messages." Tapbacks are the emoji reactions that you can currently use on Messages. IOS 26 SUPPORTED DEVICES – THE FULL LIST Here are the iOS 26 supported devices... iPhone 16e iPhone 16 iPhone 16 Plus iPhone 16 Pro iPhone 16 Pro Max iPhone 15 iPhone 15 Plus iPhone 15 Pro iPhone 15 Pro Max iPhone 14 iPhone 14 Plus iPhone 14 Pro iPhone 14 Pro Max iPhone 13 iPhone 13 mini iPhone 13 Pro iPhone 13 Pro Max iPhone 12 iPhone 12 mini iPhone 12 Pro iPhone 12 Pro Max iPhone 11 iPhone 11 Pro iPhone 11 Pro Max iPhone SE (3rd gen) iPhone SE (2nd gen) Picture Credit: Apple And they're being added to CarPlay as a quick way to reply without needing to send a full text. As well as that, Apple is adding widgets and Live Activities (showing ongoing info like sports scores) to your car's display. "iOS 26 also gives you widgets in CarPlay. They're quick and glanceable ways to get information, which is perfect while driving," Emily said. "As well as Live Activities so you can stay on top of what's important to you, like a friend's flight status, all done in a way to help you stay focused on the road." 8 New CarPlay adds Tapbacks so you can quickly reply to messages without typing Credit: Apple The updates will come to anyone with an iPhone that can get iOS 26 and a car that supports CarPlay. Apple says CarPlay is used more than 600 million times a day around the world, so the changes will affect a vast number of drivers. If you want to get it early, there's an easy way to do it. HOW TO GET IOS 26 EARLY You don't need to wait until September to try the new CarPlay. 8 The new 'Liquid Glass' design isn't just for iPhone – it's on CarPlay too Credit: Apple Apple tests out its software before the general release. This is called a beta test. And you can get the iOS 26 beta test on iPhone for free right now. But before you do, it's worth being cautious. Beta software is for testing, so you might find unexpected bugs or other problems. So if you have a spare iPhone – maybe your previous model is still in a drawer somewhere – then consider installing iOS 26 on that instead. That's especially smart if you're only wanting to use it for trying out the new CarPlay anyway. It's also worth making sure that all of your apps, messages and videos are backed up before you get on the beta. To join the beta, go to Apple's beta website, sign in with your account, and then register for it here. 8 You'll be able to add special widgets to your CarPlay Home Screen Credit: Apple Once you're in, restart your iPhone and you'll be able to see the beta update waiting for you in Settings > General > Software Update. Download the beta and your iPhone will update as normal. Once it's restarted after the update, you'll be running iOS 26. You'll also notice a new app called Feedback Assistant where you can tell Apple about how you're getting on. Now when you connect your iPhone to CarPlay with this new software, your car's screen will be upgraded too. 8 You'll also be able to view Live Activities – like the flight status seen here in the bottom-right corner Credit: Apple If you want to go back to regular iOS 18, you can switch back by going into Settings > General > Software Update again.
The Irish Sun
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Selfish travel trend sweeping trains and buses is ruining every journey and it's WORSE than people chatting on the phone
TRAVELLING on public transport has never been the most peaceful or comfortable way to get around. That's the price you pay to avoid driving and sitting in traffic, I've always told myself - if you're lucky enough to get a seat, of course. Advertisement 3 When did it become acceptable to play videos on full blast for all to hear? Credit: Getty 3 I thought phone calls on public transport were bad - this new problem annoys me more Credit: Alamy 3 And it's not just people watching TikTok videos - football live streams are a pain too Credit: Getty Once upon a time, the biggest bugbear - aside from constant delays - was the sound of some self-entitled so and so indiscreetly chatting away on their phone. Poor signal offered some respite but now with 4G and 5G pretty much everywhere, even on London Underground, there's nowhere to hide from tech. And there's a growing menace far more annoying than phone calls. That nuisance is people thinking it's appropriate and fine to watch TikTok videos on their mobile without any headphones. Advertisement Read more about transport And it's not just young people guilty of this blight on my ears. Nor is it exclusive to TikTok fans - I've encountered lads who think it's fine to blast out a live football game from their handset too. Sorry mate, not everyone wants to hear it. But I'm not asking you to stop, just get some headphones so the rest of us don't have to endure the noise. Advertisement Most read in Tech It turns out I'm not the only one frustrated by this curse. "This happened to me this week," one commuter wrote on social media. Apple interview with Greg Joz Joswiak on new artificial intelligence, screening, hold assist, carplay, liquid glass and ios updates "The guy behind me was raging at the youth of today, turns out to be a 50+ year old wino playing the tunes." Another wrote: "It's because, as a nation, we've been sold the idea that selfishness is best." Advertisement Tell the ticket inspector? Perhaps not. "I was recently on a train and the ticket inspector sat down for a considerable part of the journey and watched YouTube videos without headphones," another user said. Yes, I could try asking the person politely to put headphones in. Some offenders may be blissfully unaware of the havoc they're causing everyone else. Advertisement But there's always a fear of how they'll react and whether they might even get violent. Some people blame Apple and other mobile makers for removing the old audio jack so people can't use wired headphones anymore. But I think that's rubbish - if you can afford an iPhone, you can afford Bluetooth headphones, and there are plenty of What's really at play is we've lost our British common sense and etiquette, all because some stupid (and probably fake) prank or football goal is more important than respecting others. Advertisement Some train routes have quiet coaches. Scrap that - why should us peaceful ones be confined to one or two coaches when we're the silent majority? Have a loud coach instead, so all the ones making noise can fester in a bubble of commotion - perhaps then they'll finally realise why it's such a pain.
