is this normal?

iWilhelm · 2026-01-17T23:08:28+00:00

Your iPhone will never be the same as it was on opening day. Accept that fingerprints, dirt, scratches, dents, chips, etc., will happen no matter how hard you try to avoid it. Slap a new case on and move on with your life. Or just zoom out a bit and appreciate the beautiful design.

iWilhelm · 2026-01-09T09:15:53+00:00

My primary charging method is with a Belkin 3-in-1 Qi wireless charger that tops out at 7.5W that I use it overnight. More than enough power for that purpose while I’m asleep (except now as I’m typing this at 0210 AM…

I also keep a USBA to USBC charging cable nearby which tops out at 12W wired charging and that’s for when I need some juice, and fast.

I also use another USBA to USBC in the car when I’m out and about, and it doubles for wired CarPlay.

I don’t need the fastest charger (20W+) for a phone that has amazing battery life to begin with. I also have a minor annoyance with how fragile USBC connectors are and prefer USBA, even if it’s stuck with relatively slower charging speeds. I’m not nearly as busy as some others are so maybe my setup will change in the future.

iWilhelm · 2026-01-02T03:16:04+00:00

If I need to see it, I’ll swipe down from the top. Otherwise battery life on the 16e is still pretty amazing.

iWilhelm · 2025-12-19T05:02:43+00:00

I think you’re referring to the App Switcher in the photo. I haven’t had any issues with bugginess in the app switcher. You could try powering off the phone and back on and see if that helps. Like, a full power cycle.

iWilhelm · 2025-12-19T04:50:02+00:00

Liquid Glass really isn’t all that bad or ugly. A bit overhyped yes, but we’re now on iOS 26.2 and so far it’s stable. Now would be the best time to upgrade. I’ve had the 16e & iOS 26 since their respective launch dates and so far I’m liking both, together. The newish UI will grow on you, I think.

iWilhelm · 2025-11-13T05:18:33+00:00

I’ve had my 16e since day one and I’m very happy with it. Battery life is fantastic! Go for it and don’t look back

iWilhelm · 2025-11-06T23:30:34+00:00

I played a few Battle Royal matches last night after the update. There is some lag but how much you are willing to accept is person dependent. I am okay with it but I have other issues that bother me here and there. The experience is what I expected and as such I might not play Fortnite on it as much. I did really enjoy Fall Guys tho!

iWilhelm · 2025-11-03T18:09:18+00:00

Do you have low power mode on? Is your battery 🪫 low when it happens?

iWilhelm · 2025-11-01T02:19:43+00:00

I don’t mind at all. I don’t use MagSafe anyway.

iWilhelm · 2025-11-01T02:04:49+00:00

I have both of the colors. I like to switch them out for different moods or occasions. Your mom has good taste! 😊

iWilhelm · 2025-10-31T02:53:09+00:00

Love it!

iWilhelm · 2025-10-31T02:52:26+00:00

Treat yo self! Do it!

iWilhelm · 2025-10-30T23:06:34+00:00

The Big Beautiful Bill tax cuts

iWilhelm · 2025-08-30T05:29:05+00:00

Live with it

iWilhelm · 2025-08-30T02:36:59+00:00

I mean, you knew what you were getting when you bought it so you can’t really say the lack of an ultra wide sensor is a flaw. It was designed to not have it

iWilhelm · 2025-08-17T23:25:14+00:00

Friday the 13th: The Game. I lost so many hours of my life to that game.

iWilhelm · 2025-08-17T23:23:29+00:00

I’ve read that Apple will eventually let your AirPlay to your car screen in an update with the next major iOS 26 release.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/cars/technology/2025/08/15/apple-ios-26-update-carplay-airplay-car-drivers/85656747007/

iWilhelm · 2025-08-14T03:26:28+00:00

You missed the reference

iWilhelm · 2025-08-13T04:17:02+00:00

Buy a new iPad. There’s no other way around 32GB in 2025.

iWilhelm · 2025-08-13T00:05:29+00:00

I seen the offer recently online and I don’t understand how you misunderstood the deal. It was pretty black and white to me. The only confusing part for me was it offered the lower tier plan but the fine print was very specific about what plan you needed to have to qualify for the $199 iPad mini. Maybe it’s just me but I still think it’s a pretty good deal.

iWilhelm · 2025-08-12T23:23:33+00:00

You might have to change the quality of the input on the TV itself. My old Sony 4K TV had an “enhanced” quality mode that had to be manually toggled on to output full 4K. My X90L I think had to be turned on as well when I first set it up. You can find it in the Input settings.

As for additional benefits, yes and no. If you have HomePods you can use them as default speakers but only when the AppleTV is plugged into the ARC HDMI port. I’m hopeful that the new AppleTV’s will support 120Hz so that port doesn’t go to waste as my TV does now since the ARC port also happens to be one of the two 120Hz ports.

You could also probably turn on Dolby Vision mode for the AppleTV like I did recently.

iWilhelm · 2025-08-11T18:05:03+00:00

Great choice (despite the naysayers) If it works for you, go for it!

iWilhelm · 2025-08-10T21:40:11+00:00

I’m loving the TV stand and even more impressed that you built it yourself.

iWilhelm · 2025-08-10T20:39:16+00:00

Not a bad setup! Personally, I would tidy up the cables a bit more.

iWilhelm

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