is one of the original 25 ringtones included with the first iPhone in 2007 . While it has been a staple of the iOS sound library for nearly two decades, its availability and function have shifted in recent software updates. Status in Recent iOS Versions

Apple’s sound design philosophy for tones like Timba often focuses on organic, analog instrument recordings to make high-tech devices feel more human-centered . How to Use Timba on Your iPhone

In , Apple redesigned the "Sounds & Haptics" menu, leading to several changes for classic tones like Timba:

Navigate to Settings > Sounds & Haptics > Ringtone , tap Classic , and select Timba from the alphabetical list .

Timba is no longer in the primary list of ringtones. To find it, you must go to Settings > Sounds & Haptics > Ringtone , scroll to the bottom, and select the Classic category .