I’m still running iOS 18. Would I recommend doing so? Probably not. But I still find iOS 26 borderline unusable. I write for Stuff about how I hope WWDC 2026 will bring better news in the shape of iOS 27.

The men’s football World Cup is almost here. Think you can do better than your team? Prove your skills with these iPhone football games.

Ruark gear is lovely. I have a bunch of it in my home. The British company has just released some new kit, which is spendy but gorgeous. My piece for Stuff has the lowdown.

Halide Mark III is here. This iPhone camera app is opinionated and beautiful – and one of several I keep on my iPhone. I’ve updated my best iOS apps roundup with info about the new release. You can also find out more about Halide Mark III here – and how to gain quick access to multiple iPhone camera apps and editors by reading my tutorial on the Action button for Amateur Photographer.

Marjane Satrapi has passed away. Tragically, she’s said to have died of a broken heart at just 56. The NYT piece is worth reading. As is Satrapi’s Persepolis, if you don’t own a copy.

Squid Bits! In happier news, Jess Bradley’s superb Squid Bits finally has a collected edition. Buy one for your kid(s) – and yourself. It’s really fun.