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Philip Michaels

iOS 26 changed one of my most frequently used iPhone features — and not for the better

IOS 26 logo on an iPhone.

Not all changes represent progress. And while I'm generally appreciative of the improvements Apple has made in this year's iOS 26 update — yes, I'm even getting used to Liquid Glass — one change particular strikes me as a big step backward.

I don't like how iOS 26 now requires you to control timers on the iPhone's lock screen.

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