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June 04, 2026

Hands-On Apple 234: Changing Your Default Search Engine

19 minutes

Tired of Google's AI overviews? This episode breaks down your actual options for search alternatives on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, including tips most Apple fans have never tried. See just how easy it is to reclaim your Safari searches with an alternative engine and take back control on your Apple devices.

How to change Safari's search engine on iPhone

Limitations: can't remove Google everywhere, only in Safari

Search engine options: Google, Yahoo, Bing, DuckDuckGo, Ecosia explained

Private browsing: set different search engines for privacy

Tuning search suggestions and privacy settings in Safari

Changing your default browser for wider search control

Host: Mikah Sargent

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