iOS 26’s new AirPods setting can solve a common Bluetooth issue

iOS 26 has a bunch of new AirPods features, but one that lots of users might appreciate is flying under the radar. Thanks to a new setting added in iOS 26, you can finally stop AirPods’ audio from automatically getting hijacked by other Bluetooth speakers, including your in-car speakers.

‘Keep Audio with Headphones’ gives you control of your iPhone’s audio stream

If you use AirPods or other Bluetooth headphones, you’ve likely experienced a surprise occurrence around…