Apple hid a perfect 'dumb phone' feature inside your iPhone that's great for kids — here's how to turn it on

https://www.tomsguide.com/author/kaycee-hill· Jul 8, 2026 · 6:30 AM UTC ·10 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 5 views

Discover Assistive Access: Apple's hidden iOS feature that turns any old iPhone into the ultimate, unhackable "dumb phone".

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Phones Apple hid a perfect 'dumb phone' feature inside your iPhone that's great for kids — here's how to turn it on How To By Kaycee Hill Published 8 July 2026 This iPhone setting is a game-changer When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Future) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter The desire to disconnect is growing, but finding the right balance can be difficult.

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