iOS 26.2 introduces a new feature that allows your iPhone's display to flash brightly for notifications, adding an alternative to the existing LED flash option. This can be activated through the Accessibility settings, providing a noticeable alert, especially when the always-on display is off. It's a useful addition for users who need a visual cue for incoming alerts.

This article critiques modern software that demands user accounts, constant updates, and intrusive notifications, shifting the control from users to programs. The author argues that many features and requirements are more about the companies’ agendas than genuine user needs. It calls for a return to simpler, less needy software.