With the setup out of the way, you should see a new Camera Remote option appear if you tap on your AirPods in iOS Settings.

AirPods can now be used as a remote control for iPhone cameras, perfect for selfies or capturing moments out of reach. The functionality extends to video recording and works with third-party camera ...

Remotely controlling the shutter on your iPhone's camera lets you include yourself in the photo while avoiding the limitations of a selfie. For example, it allows you to take a picture of a wider ...

Apple's iOS 26 update brings an unexpected camera trick to AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 2 – the ability to control iPhone photo and video capture using AirPods stem gestures. The new Camera Remote ...