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isj1

Level 1 (68 points)

Blue arrow on iPhone screen after software update

I updated my software on my iPhone early today and I noticed a blue upward arrow on the top right of the screen. At one point, the blue arrow was on the left side of the screen. I've never had that before. I looked it up online but the information made me confused. I don't know if I am being tracked. I only allow lightning to track me on the settings page. I am not very technical so would appreciate some explanation please.

Posted on Oct 13, 2026 11:08 AM

2 replies

lobsterghost1

Level 10 (233,174 points)

Oct 13, 2026 11:15 AM in response to isj1

If you are using an app which depends on location services, the blue arrow likely points to the app, which is actively using Location Services.

This might help you --> Turn Location Services and GPS on or off on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

isj1 Author

Level 1 (68 points)

Oct 14, 2026 5:00 PM in response to lobsterghost1

Is this blue arrow new with this update? I never had this blue arrow before. I am technically challenged when is comes electronics. I miss desk phones and pads of paper to write notes :) I do have some apps that I use for identification of things and for lightening. I appreciate your help very much.

Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256375612