New Delhi, Nov. 3 -- Changing an iPhone ringtone used to be a tedious chore, with owners forced to jump through hoops just to set a tune of their choice. Now, iOS 26 introduces a much simpler way to pick custom sounds, but the new approach isn't without its hiccups.

Apple's iOS 26 finally includes a built-in "Use as Ringtone" feature, a welcome upgrade that lets users designate almost any MP3 or M4A file stored on their device as a ringtone. You don't need iTunes or any complex conversion tools. Just download or transfer the music track, open the Files app, press and hold the file, and choose "Share" from the menu. The "Use as Ringtone" option appears instantly - tap it, and your selected audio moves straight into the ringtone picker. Re...