Use AirPods to remotely control your iPhone camera

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AirPods can now remotely control your iPhone's camera, acting as a wireless shutter release. This feature, Camera Remote, was added in iOS 26 and requires an iPhone running the latest iOS version and compatible AirPods models. The functionality allows users to snap photos or record video by pressing their AirPods stems or Digital Crown when the Camera app is open.


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