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Clear, UAE-focused answers reviewed by the Find Next Phone Editorial Team.
How to use and customise the Action Button on iPhone 15 Pro and newer
Set up the Action Button on iPhone 15 Pro, 16 series, 16e and 17 series: silent mode, camera, flashlight, shortcuts and tips.
24 Oct 2026How to use Camera Control on iPhone 16 and later
Learn Camera Control: press to open the camera, light-press to adjust zoom and exposure, customise it and fix it if it stops responding.
23 Oct 2026How to use the Dynamic Island: Live Activities, shortcuts and settings
The Dynamic Island explained: what it shows, gestures to control it, Live Activities and which iPhones have one.
22 Oct 2026How to use Cinematic mode on iPhone 13 and newer
Shoot and edit Cinematic mode video on iPhone 13 and later: change focus after recording, adjust depth and improve results.
21 Oct 2026iPhone Photographic Styles explained: how to set your own look
Photographic Styles on iPhone 13 and newer: how they differ from filters, how to choose one and how to change it after.
20 Oct 2026iPhone Crash Detection: which models have it and how it works
Crash Detection on iPhone 14 and later: what it detects, how it calls emergency services, how to turn it on and what false alerts mean.
19 Oct 2026How to take macro photos on iPhone 13 Pro and newer
Take close-up macro photos on iPhone 13 Pro, 14 Pro, 15 Pro and 16 and later: how it works, how to turn it off and tips.
18 Oct 2026iPhone Always-On display: which models, how it works and how to turn it off
Always-On display on iPhone 14 Pro and newer: how it saves power, how to customise or disable it and whether it hurts battery life.
14 Oct 2026How to check iPhone battery health and when to replace the battery
Find your iPhone Maximum Capacity, read Peak Performance messages and learn the percentage at which a battery replacement is worth it.
13 Oct 2026How to back up your iPhone: iCloud and computer methods
Back up your iPhone to iCloud or a computer in minutes. Learn what is saved, how much storage you need and how to check the backup.
12 Oct 2026How to transfer data from your old iPhone to a new iPhone
Move everything to your new iPhone using Quick Start, iCloud or a computer. Includes eSIM, WhatsApp, Apple Watch and trade-in prep.
11 Oct 2026How to check your iPhone warranty and AppleCare coverage
Find your iPhone's serial number, check warranty and AppleCare+ status on Apple's website and learn what the coverage includes.
10 Oct 2026How to tell if an iPhone is genuine, new, refurbished or replaced
Spot fake, refurbished or replaced iPhones. Check the model number, serial, parts history and Find My status before you buy.
9 Oct 2026How to set up eSIM on iPhone in the UAE
Activate an eSIM on iPhone using a QR code, carrier app or transfer. Includes dual-SIM tips, travel eSIMs and troubleshooting.
8 Oct 2026How to find your iPhone model, serial number and IMEI
Where to find your iPhone's model name, model number, serial number and IMEI in Settings, on the SIM tray and with a call code.
7 Oct 2026How to factory reset an iPhone before selling or trading it in
Erase your iPhone safely before selling, trading in or giving it away: back up, sign out, remove Activation Lock and erase all content.
6 Oct 2026Lost or stolen iPhone: how to use Find My and what to do next
Locate, play a sound, lock and erase a lost iPhone with Find My, plus what to tell your carrier and the police in the UAE.
5 Oct 2026How to make your iPhone battery last longer: 15 settings and habits
Practical settings and charging habits that extend daily iPhone battery life and slow long-term battery ageing, from Optimised Charging to heat.