2024-04-23 19:43
Apple has announced its next product launch: a live special event on Tuesday, May 7 entitled “Let Loose.”
The name and marketing imagery for the event point pretty clearly to a n… Read More
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2024-04-23 09:50
A trend towards ‘invisible’ hardware, tackling a changing world, and the onset of AI will all impact on the iPhone maker
Predicting the future is a fool‘s errand – es… Read More
2024-04-23 05:00
Take a screenshot in iOS and you can use Apple’s markup tools to draw over the image. Neat. But highlighting text with a finger is a fiddly job, and there are security implications whe… Read More
2024-04-22 13:37
There are dozens of great weather apps on the App Store, and choosing a favorite interface is largely down to personal preference.
But if you care about the accuracy of the forecasts, it&rsq&hell…Read More
2024-04-19 08:00
Apple’s built-in Notes app might not be glamorous, but nobody can deny its usefulness. And with the upgrades Apple has bestowed upon Notes over the past few years, it’s more capa… Read More
2024-04-18 20:34
Retro gamers rejoice! In a move completely out of left field, Apple recently changed its App Store guidelines to allow game emulators on iOS. We’ve covered the wider repercussions of t… Read More
2024-04-18 20:34
iGBA arrived and disappeared in a flash. Here’s what its story and related App Store changes can tell us about Apple and the future of your iPhone
Since regulators started baring their… Read More
2024-04-17 10:33
Developer: ChucklefishPrice: $6.99/£6.99 [Free demo]Size: 809 MBVersion: 1.1.2Platform: iPhone & iPad
Wildfrost
Quite a few games have followed the lead set by 2019’s Slay th… Read More
2024-04-17 09:46
Apple is promoting its free recycling program with a new video that showcases its robots’ ability to recover recyclable materials from 23 models of iPhone.
With Earth Day on April 22… Read More
2024-04-16 13:23
Rumors are buzzing about the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro, suggesting it might feature a new anti-reflective coating on its camera lenses. Despite the camera improvements Apple makes each year, iP… Read More
2024-04-14 15:00
How to use the Camera app to control film-like focus and blur effects in your videos
Cinematic Mode was introduced in 2021, allowing video-makers to simulate a “rack focus” to pu… Read More
2024-04-14 11:00
By default, Safari keeps a log of every website you’ve visited, which you can view by tapping the book icon and selecting the History tab. You can scan through your browsing history ch… Read More
2024-04-14 05:00
Gradient wallpapers continue to be popular, and you can even make your own based versions in iOS via Settings > Add New Wallpaper > Color. But you’re limited to just a handful of… Read More
2024-04-13 15:00
Tracking work hours can be a laborious and forgettable task. Fortunately, an app called Geofency takes the pain out of time-tracking using the power of location-based automation. It’s… Read More
2024-04-10 20:10
We’ve just published the latest issue of our sister app, Swipe Magazine. It’s full of the same kind of tips and features you’ll find here, p… Read More
2024-04-10 17:49
Developer: ONIN LTD.Price: FreeSize: 69.7 MBVersion: 2024.4.9Platform: iPhone & iPad
OurCal
OurCal is a shared calendar app that focuses on simplicity, security and privacy ahead of an e… Read More
2024-04-09 14:02
This has been an odd few days for Apple news. Lots of fringe interest stories landed that don’t warrant full posts from us, but will nevertheless have pretty big repercussions for iPho… Read More
2024-04-08 15:42
We’re just one release away from a huge milestone, but right now we’re focused on issue 299.
Inside you’ll find our cover story, a toolkit to help you navigate… Read More
2024-04-08 15:38
The latest leaks and rumors suggest that next year will see the biggest-ever leap for the iPhone SE range, making it a low-cost powerhouse at the expense of the small form factor that some u… Read More
2024-04-08 09:59
Apple TV is a great device, with all the big streaming services and a ton of fun apps to boot. But Apple’s included remote control is controversial, especially the early models before… Read More
2024-04-06 20:13
Need greener fingers? Then have your digits tap your iPhone and download these great apps
Gardening might seem the last activity that needs a helping hand from your iPhone – apart from… Read More
2024-04-06 08:28
An entire podcasting studio in your pocket
The latest entry in our classic app series put the tools for creating podcasts and radio shows into anyone’s hands.
An early version of Ferri… Read More
2024-04-06 08:15
Developer: Maciej TargoniPrice: $1.99/£1.99 [Free intro]Size: 104 MBVersion: 1.0Platform: iPhone & iPad
Zerko
While Zerko doesn’t play quite like Maciej Targoni’s previ… Read More
2024-04-04 21:21
Find new friends, be more informed, and avoid the traps of social media
Time was that people socialized by being in the same space, at the same time. Imagine! These days, everyone is as like… Read More
2024-04-03 14:21
The rumor mill reckons iOS 18 will give you more control over your Home Screens
WWDC has been announced, and so rumors are flying around about what new features Apple will reveal for your iP… Read More
2024-04-02 14:19
Let’s tackle a situation many of us dread: forgetting our iPhone or iPad passcode. Locking yourself out of a device can feel like a nightmare, and the bad news is there’s no quic… Read More
2024-04-02 10:06
According to a supply chain analyst, we’ll see the release of “lower-cost” AirPods before the end of the year. Bloomberg has previously reported that Apple was planning two… Read More
2024-04-02 09:00
Infuse is of one of the most powerful and intuitive video players on the App Store. We rated it as a Classic App for a reason, interviewing the developer last year. Today, we’re showin… Read More
2024-04-01 09:00
If you’ve ever wondered how your iPhone remembers and auto-fills your online passwords, that’s thanks to Apple’s iCloud Keychain feature. This labor-saving system does mean… Read More
2024-04-01 04:48
Type an unknown word with the iPhone keyboard – be it slang, an acronym, or a name – and oftentimes Autocorrect rears it head to “fix” things. Although this function… Read More
2024-04-01 01:00
Apple allows users to use their iPhone’s high-quality camera as a stand-in for the not-so-high-quality webcam built into their iMac or MacBook. Even if you have a pretty new Mac, all c… Read More
2024-03-31 18:00
These days, iOS and iPadOS can handle documents and files better than ever before. It’s even possible to “zip” and “unzip” folders using nothing more than the b… Read More
2024-03-31 07:00
Hopefully by now you’re aware of the Do Not Disturb and Focus modes built into iOS, which are great when you need a specific window of time without distracting alerts and noises.
But t… Read More
2024-03-29 13:40
We’ve just published the latest issue of our sister app, Swipe Magazine. It’s full of the same kind of tips and features you’ll find here, p… Read More
2024-03-29 07:41
Your Home Screen is the first thing you see when you use your iPhone or iPad. You probably glance it hundreds of times a day. But it’s easily neglected, and can end up a disorganized m… Read More
2024-03-29 03:55
The best iPhone apps for chatting with friends that balance accessibility, privacy and features
A world with one messaging app would be simpler. But with everyone on different platforms and… Read More
2024-03-27 18:30
Developer: LimitlissPrice: $1/£1 a month [Free 7-day trial]Size: 39 MBVersion: 2024.9Platform: iPhone & iPad
Callsheet
Callsheet is a media discovery app that lets you search for a… Read More
2024-03-27 13:21
Before smartphones, texting your friends was a simple affair. You typed out a 160-character SMS, hit send, and that was that. These days we have rich media, emoji, location shari… Read More
2024-03-27 09:28
Apple has announced this year’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) nice and early this year. The week-long event will kick off on June 10, and we have confirmation that it will onc… Read More
2024-03-26 15:52
According to the latest reports, iOS 18 could be set to be the biggest update in years when it releases this September. Analysts at Bloomberg expect Apple will make sweeping changes, includi… Read More
2024-03-25 13:20
Near Field Communication (NFC) might sound like a high-tech buzzword, but it’s a feature that makes your iPhone even more handy. Essentially, NFC is a way for your iPhone to communicat… Read More
2024-03-25 09:00
Wi-Fi passwords are annoying. But if you have visitors who want to use your network, you’ll have to grant them access somehow. There’s surely a better way than painstakingly read… Read More
2024-03-25 01:23
iOS 17 has been out for several months now, and it won’t be too much longer until we’re talking about everything new in iOS 18. But before moving on, it’s worth exploring s… Read More
2024-03-24 16:00
Last year, Apple added a karaoke mode to its Music app with real-time lyrics, adjustable vocals, and a huge catalog of songs. It’s a great activity to crack out for a party, and it&rsq&hell…Read More
2024-03-23 20:53
iOS 17.4 brought alternate app stores, new emoji, quantum security, and more. But no iOS release is perfect, and Apple has recently dropped a minor iOS 17.4.1 upgrade to mask some issues.
It… Read More
2024-03-22 16:44
Developer: Glitch GamesPrice: $3.99/£3.99Size: 357 MBVersion: 1.0.2Platform: iPhone & iPad
Recursion
One of the strongest emotions you’ll experience when playing Recursion is… Read More
2024-03-21 14:24
Apple won’t flip the script and start selling an Apple foldable any time soon – and that’s OK
Rumors persist about a foldable iPhone – the ‘iPhone Flip’ … Read More
2024-03-19 15:41
Take a good look at your Apple ID, it might not be around much longer.
According to multiple sources, including Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is planning to rebrand the account to, we… Read More
2024-03-18 12:48
Want to see what Apple has to offer beyond mobile devices? Here’s how to make the best choice
Apple today makes most of its profits from iPhone, but the company exists because of the M… Read More
2024-03-18 11:00
We all know that sinking feeling when something of ours has been stolen, and perhaps the most painful and consequential thing that can be taken from us is our Apple ID.
Your Apple ID is the… Read More
2024-03-17 15:39
You knew iPhone games were on a roll when this cracking time-attack racer showed up
The latest entry in our classic iPhone games series invited you to have a ball. And then urge it to trundl… Read More
2024-03-17 12:00
Since iPhone 14 Pro, all iPhones with ‘Pro’ in the name feature an always-on display. That means even when you’re not using your device, you’ll still see a faded Lock… Read More
2024-03-15 21:34
We’ve just published the latest issue of our sister app, Swipe Magazine. It’s full of the same kind of tips and features you’ll find here, p… Read More
2024-03-14 09:59
Apple’s Restore Fund has embarked on several new projects, including a rejuvenatation of the Atlantic Forest in Brazil, emphasizing its commitment to innovative environmental solutions… Read More
2024-03-13 21:17
Spring has sprung! At least, meteorologically speaking. Astronomically speaking, we’re about a week away at the time of writing. Either way, it’s that time of year wh… Read More
2024-03-13 20:54
Developer: SkylumPrice: $29.99/£23.99 a year [7 day free trial]Size: 445MBVersion: 1.0.2Platform: iPad
Luminar
Luminar is the much anticipated mobile version of a popular Mac and Windo… Read More
2024-03-13 13:17
Fancy a spring clean that lasts throughout the year? Try these tips, apps and accessories
Spring has sprung – at least meteorological spring (in the northern hemisphere). Hence ma… Read More
2024-03-12 11:03
Apple’s iOS 17.4 update added a very useful feature to the Podcasts app, with the ability to turn spoken word into… well, written word.
The app can now automatically generate a… Read More
2024-03-11 07:00
Problems charging? There may be a quick fix…
A common reason for iPhones and iPads to stop charging is a build-up of dirt or dust in the Lightning or USB-C port. This can stop the cha… Read More
2024-03-10 11:38
Let’s explore the People & Pets album, a nifty feature for cataloguing your Photos library. This album uses machine learning to recognize the folks most important to you, sorting e… Read More
2024-03-09 16:11
A SIM card is a small, removable chip that stores your mobile identity, including your number and network details. But there are several types of SIM available, and the various terms can be… Read More
2024-03-08 18:30
Unearth great songs, new and old, with these superb iPhone apps
If you’ve a music streaming subscription, you have instant on-demand access to tens of millions of tracks. Yet you might… Read More
2024-03-08 09:00
Picture-in-Picture mode (or PiP) is a great multitasking feature for iPhone and iPad, allowing users to minimize a video or FaceTime call and have it play in a floating overlay while using o… Read More
2024-03-07 15:30
Granular controls over app access don’t mean much when your kid won’t stop
I sometimes wonder whether people who design screen time systems for children have children themselves… Read More
2024-03-06 15:34
Developer: Meynen StudioPrice: FreeSize: 359 MBVersion: 1.0.4Platform: iPhone & iPad
PTTA2
Please, Touch The Artwork 2 might just be the least cynical sequel in all of mobile gaming. Not… Read More
2024-03-05 21:21
iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 have officially landed, and it’s bringing some notable changes and features to your Apple devices. Whether you’re concerned about security or looking to… Read More
2024-03-05 14:47
The best app ever made for reading Reddit
The latest entry in our classic app series made using Reddit a joy. Doubly so when Dynamic Island appeared…
Apollo v1.0.
What was Apollo?
A R… Read More
2024-03-05 14:00
These days, a great many meetings, lectures, and classes have gone digital. With more people than ever working and studying from home, video calls and pre-recorded lessons are the new normal… Read More
2024-03-04 21:00
Apple’s focus on services grows more and more each year. These days, the company is cross-promoting its offerings with an all-in-one services bundle appropriately called Apple One. Wit… Read More
2024-03-04 20:53
Apple’s latest unveiling brings a fresh breeze into the MacBook Air lineup with the introduction of new models powered by the impressive M3 chip, starting at $1,099. While the design r… Read More
2024-03-04 20:00
Social media is designed in a way to keep you engaged, scrolling through an infinite newsfeed for as long as possible – so it can serve you more ads, of course. We all know that too mu… Read More
2024-03-04 09:00
It didn’t take long for Apple’s purchase of Dark Sky to influence the Weather app – since iOS 15, all-new precipitation alerts can be activated, allowing you to get a heads… Read More
2024-03-04 05:00
Two-factor authentication is a security feature used by all kinds of accounts, but today we’re mainly talking about how it helps safeguard your Apple ID against unauthorized acces… Read More
2024-03-02 14:00
We’ve just published the latest issue of our sister app, Swipe Magazine. It’s full of the same kind of tips and features you’ll find here, p… Read More
2024-03-01 11:10
Imagine a world where your iPhone doesn’t rule your life with endless pings, buzzes, and notifications. It doesn’t allow you to doom scroll social media, get hooked on match-thre… Read More
2024-02-29 14:22
Let’s talk about a surprisingly common situation: you’re an iPhone owner embroiled in the Apple ecosystem, but also use Google Nest smart products (thermostats, doorbells, camera… Read More
2024-02-28 15:15
Developer: Crescent Moon GamesPrice: $2.99/£2.99Size: 688 MBVersion: 1.0.1Platform: iPhone & iPad
Remortal
With a name like Remortal: A Spiritual Journey, you might expect Crescent… Read More
2024-02-28 13:29
Hey there readers! We’ve got a great issue for you.
Our cover this time is “Eliminate Distractions,” and in a bumper-length how-to guide we cover the most effec… Read More
2024-02-28 13:26
Apple has decided to halt its long-standing Apple Car project, redirecting its focus towards the burgeoning field of generative AI.
After a rollercoaster decade of will-they-won’t-they… Read More
2024-02-27 16:16
There’s a common misconception that Apple’s iPhones and iPads are impervious to viruses and malware. Let’s set the record straight: While Apple products are renowned for th… Read More
2024-02-27 12:00
The photo editing interface built into iOS is a pretty powerful tool – and all the edits you can apply to photos work with video clips too. But with so many adjustments available, it c… Read More
2024-02-27 10:03
The USB-C port in iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro really expands its connectivity, meaning – amongst other things – you can now directly plug an iPhone into an external display like… Read More
2024-02-27 08:00
iPhones are known for their intuitive nature, but did you know there are a bunch of secret ‘interrogation codes’ you can dial into the Phone app to access unique diagnostic abili… Read More
2024-02-26 16:00
Sometimes you might want to send a screenshot to someone, or post it online, but there’s personal data on view you don’t want to share. So you scribble over the words with iPhon… Read More
2024-02-23 11:41
A few weeks in and Apple’s headset has already been branded a flop by some people – and the future of computing by others
The broad concept of Apple Vision Pro is audacious, with… Read More
2024-02-22 11:10
Apple is taking a significant leap forward with a very futuristic iMessage update, enhancing user privacy with state-of-the-art cryptography techniques. The technical details make for pretty… Read More
2024-02-22 11:08
Out of the blue, Apple just launched a brand new app sure to please sports fans. Apple Sports is a dedicated app for tracking your favorite sports teams and leagues, expanding out the functi… Read More
2024-02-21 11:33
From stashing videos to gorgeous screensavers, these Apple TV downloads will make your TV appy
The App Store revolutionized the iPhone. Not so much Apple TV, whose app view now comes second… Read More
2024-02-21 10:43
Developer: The Browser Company of New YorkPrice: FreeSize: 83 MBVersion: 1.1.1Platform: iPhone & iPad
Arc Search
The days of simply Googling something are seemingly numbered. Why trawl t… Read More
2024-02-20 10:59
A new support document from Apple officially debunks the idea that putting a wet iPhone in a bag of rice is a good idea.
Sure, we’ve known this for a while. But with so many anecdotes… Read More
2024-02-19 13:00
Google Maps is a fully featured mapping service, and a long-time favorite on iOS that many users find hard to walk away from despite the recent improvements to Apple Maps. While there are pl… Read More
2024-02-19 09:00
Whether you’re team Apple Music, team Spotify, or team Some Other App, you likely have friends and family who use a different streaming service than you. This can make it difficult to… Read More
2024-02-18 14:25
A revolution in gaming was a mere hop, skip and jump away…
The latest entry in our classics series popularized an entire genre of games, where you only needed a single digit to play… Read More
2024-02-16 15:39
We’ve just published the latest issue of our sister app, Swipe Magazine. It’s full of the same kind of tips and features you’ll find here, p… Read More
2024-02-16 13:00
Have you ever wanted to capture something happening on your iPhone or iPad screen, maybe to share a quick tutorial or save a memorable gaming moment? Well, iOS makes this incredibly easy wit… Read More
2024-02-15 20:38
Inspiration often comes while you’re swiping through a web page or social media feed on your iPhone, and Apple’s screenshot function has become a common way to capture and preser… Read More
2024-02-15 12:27
Apple long ago made real the sci-fi future of a computer on your wrist. We help you choose the right one for the present
It took a while for Apple Watch to find its niche. Initially dismisse… Read More
2024-02-14 21:33
Developer: Shihab MehboobPrice: Free [$2/£2 per month Pro tier]Size: 107.2 MBVersion: 2.3.2Platform: iPhone & iPad
Vinyls
Apple Music does pretty much everything an iPhone-owning m… Read More
2024-02-13 15:26
Welcome back to the latest issue of Swipe Magazine.
Our cover story this time is all about keeping tabs on the sun, which can be useful for all kinds of reasons. Maximizing dayli… Read More
2024-02-12 10:00
Did you know there’s a button on the back of your iPhone? Well, kinda.
You won’t see a button there, but it’s possible to control iOS by simply tapping the back of the devi… Read More
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