Apple’s latest release, iOS 26, has introduced some exciting features designed to enhance the user experience. One standout addition that’s particularly useful for parents is the Lens Cleaning Hints feature. This clever tool helps ensure that you never miss capturing a precious moment due to smudges on your camera lens, a common problem when kids (or adults) have been using your iPhone.
When enabled, your iPhone can alert you if its camera lens is smudged, prompting you to clean it before taking photos. This feature removes the guesswork and should be a game changer for anyone who relies on their device for those Instagram-worthy shots. With the ever-impressive camera quality of the newer iPhone models, ensuring a clean lens can significantly impact picture quality.
Introduced in September alongside other features, including call screening and new ringtones, the Lens Cleaning Hints feature is available exclusively on the iPhone 15 and later models. Users with earlier models won’t have this option visible, marking a distinct step forward for the latest iPhone lineup.
How to Enable Lens Cleaning Hints
1. Open Settings.
2. Select Camera.
3. Toggle on Lens Cleaning Hints at the bottom of the menu.
Once activated, your device will notify you if it detects a dirty lens. This is especially helpful for those who frequently pass their iPhone around to kids or friends. No one wants to ruin a gorgeous sunset or a playful moment with a blurry photo!
For a comprehensive look at all that iOS 26 has to offer, you can dive into my full review of the OS, which touches on features such as how to reduce the Liquid Glass effects and enable call and text screening on your iPhone. Plus, our iOS 26 cheat sheet has all the key details.
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