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Apple’s iOS 26 Beta Adds Direct Callback Reminders in Phone App

The tool streamlines follow-up by surfacing timed or repeating callback alerts directly within the redesigned Phone app

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Overview

  • Users can swipe left on entries in the Recents tab to access a Reminder icon offering preset timing or a custom schedule.
  • Reminders can be set to repeat like alarms and synced with the Reminders app including contact name, number, and notes.
  • Callback alerts send notifications with a dedicated phone icon for one-tap return calls from either the alert or the Reminders app.
  • Beta testers can delete reminders by swiping left on call entries in the Phone app’s redesigned interface.
  • Apple plans to finalize this feature ahead of iOS 26’s full launch alongside the iPhone 17 series this fall.