Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent love their iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watches so much they're hosting iOS Today, the TWiT network's first show highlighting the best apps, most helpful tools, coolest tricks, and essential news surrounding iOS. Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv or 757-504-IPAD (4723). Records live every Tuesday at 12:00pm Eastern / 9:00am Pacific / 17:00 UTC.
iOS 663: Check Out These iOS 17 Public Beta Features! - Contact Posters, StandBy, Stickers, Home History
Apple has officially launched the Public Betas of its operating systems. Now you can help test iOS 17, iPadOS 17, macOS Sonoma, and watchOS 10. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some features of iOS 17 worth checking out.
Contact Posters
StandBy
Stickers
Mental Health Logging
Home History
News
AirPlay arriving on Tesla just in time for iPhone 15
Apple fixes 16 security flaws with iOS 16.6, two actively exploited
Take your apps and games beyond the visionOS simulator
Why Apple's threat to kill iMessage and FaceTime isn't a bluff
Shortcuts Corner
G. James wants an easy way to contact a mail server via SSH to address a mail spooling error.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: iPitaka PitaTag for Multi-tool
Mikah's App Cap: Quick Notes - Email Me
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 52 seconds
iOS 664: iOS Health Apps & Features - Mood & Emotion Tracking, Time in Daylight, Withings Health Mate
In iOS 17, Apple will introduce a new category of Health tracking: Mental Wellbeing. With an iPhone and, in some cases, an Apple Watch, you'll be able to track your moods and emotions, the time you spend in daylight, and more. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent discuss the upcoming features and share some of their favorite apps and devices that integrate with Apple Health.
Time in Daylight
State of Mind
Depression & Anxiety Risk
Withings Health Mate
Withings Thermo Smart Temporal Thermometer
Withings Sleep Analyzer
Omron RS7 Blood Pressure Monitor,
Alivecor KardiaMobile 6L
Mi Smart Band 7
News
Apple, Pixar, Adobe, and others form Alliance for OpenUSD for cinematic 3D content
Apple Admits to Bug in Screen Time Parental Controls
Apple rolling out second public beta of iOS 17, watchOS 10, and macOS 14
Google delays launch of Find My Device network and trackers, benefiting Apple
Feedback & Questions
Jim is having trouble getting news articles to open in Apple News.
Stephen wants an app or service for tracking travel and displaying it on a map.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: KeySmart iPro
Mikah's App Cap: Hello Kitty Island Adventure
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 13 seconds
iOS 668: Our Most Used Shortcuts - How We Automate iOS for Work and Life
On this week's iOS Today, Rosemary Orchard and Christopher Lawley dive into what's new in Shortcuts on iOS 17, share their favorite Shortcuts they rely on daily, speculate on Apple's upcoming September event, and more.
What's New in Shortcuts in iOS 17 & iPadOS 17
Automations can now run immediately without confirmation for triggers like locations and Bluetooth connections.
Shortcuts widgets get enhancements like the new XL widget
Added new automation triggers like iPad external display connections and Apple Pay transactions.
Rosemary & Christopher's Favorite Shortcuts:
CaptureCut for Obsidian: Grabs titles and URLs to quickly create Obsidian notes from webpages.
Apple Watch Ultra Button: Start different workouts based on focus and location.
SnippetCut: Manages reusable text snippets across devices for quick access with a shortcut.
Evil Alarm Clock: Flashes HomeKit lights unpleasantly to discourage snoozing.
TaskCut for Reminders: Copies Safari webpage info into Reminder tasks easily.
Helpful Alarm Clock: Alarm automation gently wakes with light and blinds opening.
Laundry Timer: Timed reminders to move laundry along.
Meeting Alarms: Creates calendar alerts 3 minutes before meetings as reminders.
RichText Converter: Converts markdown to rich text for easy sharing.
Next Holiday: Lists upcoming UK bank holidays from her calendar.
Publish New Video: Auto-posts new YouTube videos as blog posts.
News:
Apple's 9/12 'Wonderlust' Event speculation: USB-C finally coming to iPhones?
Alex Hay's apps live on at Snailed It
Announcing Relay FM for St. Jude 2023
Feedback:
What to do with an original iPad?
Recommendations for fixing shows not playing in a 3rd-party TWiT Apple TV app.
App Caps:
Rosemary's App Cap: Anker 620 MagGo Grip
Christopher Lawley's App Cap: xSearch for Safari
Host: Rosemary Orchard
Guest: Christopher Lawley
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 5 seconds
iOS 666: Back to School: Books & Learning - Apple Books, Audible, Amazon Kindle, Kobo Books, Libby
In their second Back-to-School episode, Rosemary Orchard and mikah Sargent share some of the best apps for collecting, managing, and reading books on your iPhone and iPad.
Apple Books
Audible: Audio Entertainment
Amazon Kindle
Kobo Books
Libby, by OverDrive
News
'iTunes Movie Trailers' app going away after over a decade
Apple removed 10 apps from App Store after being flagged by App Danger Project AI tool
Shortcuts Corner
D.C., a postal worker, needs help setting up a calendar with a USPS-style work schedule
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: Amiibox - Identify & Write NFC
Mikah's App Cap: Callsheet
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 42 seconds
iOS 661: Apps & Gadgets For Your Pets - Puppr, Dog Buddy, 11pets, Pet First Aid, Pixel Pals
Step aside, humans! This one's for the pets. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some great apps and gadgets you can use with your perfect pet pals.
iOS 17 Photos App Recognizes Your Pets
Puppr
Dog Buddy - Activities & Log
11pets: Pet Care
Pet First Aid
Animal Poison by ASPCA
RelaxMyCat - Relaxing Music TV
ROJECO Automatic Cat Feeders for 2 Cats
Whistle: Smart Pet Tracker
Pixel Pals - Widget & Activity
News
App Store turns 15! Happy birthday!
Matt Corey organized a huge indie app sale that ends July 12th!
Apple issues and pulls an emergency update under its Rapid Security Response system
WeChat in China gets an Apple Store as a mini-program inside the super app
Shortcuts Corner
Shawn needs help auto-cropping photos that were improperly cropped by a document scanner.
Jeremy is curious if iPhone disables personal automations when the battery drops under 20%.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: TotK Travel Guide Companion
Mikah's App Cap: Acrylic
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 35 minutes, 55 seconds
iOS 667: Final Cut Pro Deep Dive with Chris Lawley - iPadOS 17 changes to Stage Manager, Lock Screen, Home Screen, & more!
Join Christopher Lawley as he gives an overview of some new features in iPadOS 17 and how it has transformed his device usage.
Stage Manager window resizing and movement, Shift-clicking apps, External display enhancements
Lock Screen column of Widgets on the left side, customizing time
Interactive widgets on the Home Screen
Linking related Notes
Grocery List with auto sorting in Reminders. Sections in Projects
Create hyperlinks in Mail messages
Later, Chris gives a detailed walkthrough of the unique abilities of Final Cut Pro for the iPad, including how to import and export media, navigate the UI, search with Keywords, and work around certain limitations.
File management, Inspector panel, and multicam
Timeline editing, color grading, and audio effects
Animated titles, Background options, and Soundtracks
Camera controls, jog wheel, and Apple Pencil handwriting
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: HomeBatteries for HomeKit
Christopher Lawley's App Cap: Floating Player
Host: Rosemary Orchard
Guest: Christopher Lawley
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 36 minutes, 5 seconds
iOS 660: Apple TV Apps & Games - JustWatch, Movies Anywhere, Mr. Crab, Drawful, Alto's Adventure
The Apple TV is more than an ordinary set-top box. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some of their favorite apps and games for Apple TV to take your experience to the next level.
iTunes Movie Trailers
Amazon Prime Video
JustWatch - Movies & TV Shows
Movies Anywhere
Mr. Crab
Patterned
Drawful 2
Crossy Road
Alto's Adventure
Breathing Zone
The Best New Features Coming to Your Apple TV With tvOS 17
News
Apple increases iCloud storage prices in the UK and other markets
Everything New in iOS 17 Beta 2
AirPlay 2 Adaptor From Eve Surfaces on FCC
Shortcuts Corner
Cody needs help creating a number of calendar events and entries that automatically set "Busy" and "Free" options, invite specific people, and are duplicated across calendars.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: Stylish Snap Float Folio | MOFT – MOFT
Mikah's App Cap: Rise: Energy & Sleep Tracker
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 20 seconds
iOS 662: Apps & Gadgets for Doing Good - Be My Eyes, Charity Miles, ShareTheMeal, RoundUp App, Kiva
You can use your iPhone to spread joy, kindness, and compassion to the world. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some great apps, products, and iOS features for doing good.
Be My Eyes
Charity Miles
ShareTheMeal
RoundUp App: Donate Change
Kiva - Lend for Good
WoofTrax: Dog walk for charity
Blood Donor American Red Cross
NHS Give Blood
Product Red
Apple Watch Pride Band
Live Listen
Apple's Accessibility Support
Shortcuts Corner
David wants to create a location-based Shortcut that will only trigger the Sleep Focus Mode when the iPhone is at home.
David (a different David) wants to filter messages from Signal after a certain hour of the night.
Barry needs help setting up motion notifications for an Eve Outdoor Camera.
Feedback & Questions
Steve wants to ensure it's safe to upgrade to the new HomeKit framework.
Mark wants a quick way to connect AirPods to Apple TV.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: PlayTally: Apple Music Stats
Mikah's App Cap: Series – Customizable Layouts
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 21 seconds
iOS 669: The Best Apps Made by Apple - Pages, Numbers, Keynote, Freeform, Reminders, and More
In honor of Apple's new "Apps by Apple" page, Mikah Sargent and guest co-host Dan Moren talk about some of their favorite apps made by Apple.
Final Cut Pro for iPad
Camera
Notes
Freeform
Reminders
Pages, Numbers, Keynote
Shortcuts
Weather
Health
News
Mosyle releases beta access to Apple Watch device management
Apple to Acquire Major Classical Music Label BIS Records
Apple Watch leather bands rumored to be discontinued as Series 9 launch nears
New Magic Keyboard will make the iPad Pro more like a laptop than ever, with an aluminum base and larger trackpad
Feedback & Questions
James wants to know if the iPhone has user-switching capabilities. James also wants to create a Home screen shortcut on the iPhone for quick access to a Google Doc.
Michael is considering upgrading from an Apple Watch Series 7 to an Apple Watch Ultra. Michael is curious if the bigger screen on the Ultra will help with vision loss concerns.
App Caps
Dan's App Cap: GIFWrapped
Mikah's App Cap: Discovery - DNS-SD Browser
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Dan Moren
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 36 seconds
iOS 665: Prepare for School With iOS - Notability, GoodNotes 5, Freeform, Photomath, MindNode, and More
The back-to-school season is upon us and Apple's App Store is chock-full of apps to help you make the most of your school year. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some of the best apps for your return to school.
Notability
GoodNotes 5
Freeform
Quizlet: Learn with Flashcards
My Study Life - School Planner
Schooly | School Planner
Microsoft Math Solver
Photomath
WolframAlpha
iThoughts2go - Mind Map
MindNode - Mind Map & Outline
Flora - Green Focus
Forest: Focus for Productivity
News
Our pick of the best iOS 17 features that students can use so far
Apple Watch Fast Charging to Be Mandatory for Accessory Makers
Apple Music Gains New Algorithmic 'Discovery Station'
Shortcuts Corner
Vince wants to create a Shortcut that inserts text into a Calendar depending on whether they're arriving or leaving a location.
Michael wants to change their Apple Watch's face automatically based on a Focus Mode.
Feedback & Questions
Mark follows up, asking for help with a means of switching audio output to AirPods.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: Tetris
Mikah's App Cap: Keyword Search
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 59 seconds
iOS 670: Preparing for a New iPhone - Pre-Orders, Backup, Setup, Tips, Tricks, Recommended Accessories
New iPhones have been announced, so it's time to prepare for updates, upgrades, and transfers! Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share their tips, tricks, and processes for purchasing and migrating to a new iPhone.
How to back up your iPhone, iPad and iPod touch
How to back up your iPhone or iPad with iCloud
How to back up your iPhone, iPad and iPod touch with your Mac
How to back up your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch with iTunes on your PC
How to back up your Apple Watch
Set up iPhone
Turn on and set up iPhone
Use Quick Start to transfer data to a new iPhone or iPad
Transfer data from your previous iOS or iPadOS device to your new iPhone or iPad
Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch from a backup
About eSIM on iPhone
Smartphone Cooling Fan - Razer Phone Cooler Chroma | Razer United States
How to factory reset your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch
Unpair and erase your Apple Watch
INIU USB C to USB C Cable
Anker Soft Cables
News
Watch a Level 20 Dungeons & Dragons Adventure While Raising Money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
A History of Apple Making Us Buy New Cables
Intel Makes Thunderbolt 5 Official, Promising Speeds of Up to 120Gbps
Shortcuts Corner
Follow-up to James's question last week about creating a Shortcut to access a Google Doc.
SmartWings Matter-Enabled Shades
Feedback & Questions
Rosemary wants help deciding on the storage size for her new iPhone 15.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: Board Game Stats
Mikah's App Cap: Hideaways - Spot the Difference
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 58 seconds
iOS 671: New Features in iOS 17 - Contact Posters, StandBy, Interactive Widgets, SharePlay in Car
Contact Posters, StandBy, Interactive Widgets, SharePlay in Car
Apple released iOS 17 on Monday, September 18, so Mikah Sargent and special guest, Dan Moren, share some of the features you should check out the moment you update your phone!
Contact Posters
Stickers
StandBy
Interactive Widgets
Password Sharing
SharePlay in the Car
News
Apple iPhone 15 and 15 Plus review: mainstream crossovers
The new iOS 17 notification sound is quieter, and there's no way to change it back
iPhone 15 Pro weight mystery solved: Why it feels lighter than it is
Feedback & Questions
Todd wants to know if the new iPhones need a screen protector.
Michael wants to know how iPadOS decides whether to use WiFi or a cellular connection when the signal is less than ideal.
Doug asks for advice on transferring from an iPhone 14 running a beta version of iOS to a brand-new iPhone 15.
App Caps
Dan App Cap: Thwip: Soundboard
Mikah's App Cap: Camo Studio for iPad
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Dan Moren
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 46 seconds
iOS 672: iPhone 15 Review - iPhone 15 Pro Max Camera, Action Button, FineWoven Case
Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent have their new iPhone 15 Pro Max devices in hand, so you know what that means: It's time to review Apple's latest, greatest iPhones.
iPhone 15 Cameras
iPhone 15 Action Button
Apple's FineWoven Case
UKON Phone Lanyard
ESR Magnetic Phone Ring Holder for MagSafe Ring
Spigen EZ Fit Tempered Glass Screen Protector
ESR iPhone 15 Pro Max Armor Tough Case with Stash Stand
SAMSUNG Type-C™ USB Flash Drive, 256GB
Apple's 240W USB-C Charge Cable
News
Online Safety Bill passes in the UK w/o iMessage impact, but government not giving up
This app turns your iPad into an HDMI monitor and it's free
Apple pushes out critical iOS 17.0.1 update just days after iOS 17 release
Going caseless? Your new iPhone might change color
Shortcuts Corner
Rosemary demonstrates the power of Apple's new Action Button.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: ESR 3-in-1 Wireless Charger with CryoBoost
Mikah's App Cap: Posture Pal - Improve & Alert
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 38 minutes, 4 seconds
iOS 673: iOS Apps With Interactive Widgets - Widgetsmith, Launcher, Fantastical, Dark Noise, Things 3, and More
Apple's latest software updates add a new feature to iOS, iPadOS, and macOS: Interactive Widgets! Mikah Sargent and guest host Christopher Lawley demonstrate some of their favorite interactive widgets from third-party iOS apps.
Widgetsmith
Launcher
Home Widget
Fantastical
Widget Game Bundle
Dark Noise
Cheatsheet
Tally
Timery
Things 3
News
Your iPhone will receive a test emergency alert from FEMA tomorrow, and you can't opt out
Apple has a next-gen search engine called Pegasus, but don't expect a Google Search competitor yet
Apple says a software update is on the way to fix iPhone 15 overheating problems
Feedback & Questions
Deb is seeing "Message Failed to Send" notifications in iMessage and wants to know how to resolve the error.
Mike wants the Apple TV's Now Playing interface to stop appearing on the iPhone automatically.
App Caps
Christopher's App Cap: World Clock Widgets
Mikah's App Cap: SPACEPLAN
Host: Mikah Sargent
Co-Host: Christopher Lawley
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 6 seconds
iOS 674: Using CarPlay With iOS 17 - Tips & Tricks for the Best CarPlay Experience!
Join us on our virtual journey as we explore the world of CarPlay with iOS 17. We'll explain what CarPlay is, how it works, and how it differs from other infotainment systems. We'll also walk you through the process of setting up CarPlay in your car. If you've ever struggled with syncing data or deleting it from an unfamiliar system, particularly in rental cars, you'll find our tips on using CarPlay a lifesaver. CarPlay goes with you wherever you are, so you can use it in any car that supports it.
News
Halide adds in-app interactions with the Action Button on the iPhone 15 Pro
All-in on USB-C with iPhone 15? Here's what to do with old Lightning cables and accessories
mophie's new 15W 3-in-1 MagSafe charger stands out with telescoping design
EU Asks iMessage Users and Rivals If Service Should Be Regulated
Shortcuts Corner
Mark needs help troubleshooting Shortcuts on the Apple Watch Ultra 2.
Wael wants to create a Shortcut that sends a WhatsApp message at a specific time.
Feedback & Questions
Doug shares some kind words about the journalistic qualities of TWiT.
John wants to know where Mikah found the retro case for his iPhone.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: PopSockets: PopGrip Round for MagSafe
Mikah's App Cap: STRETCHIT: Stretching Mobility
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 31 seconds
iOS 675: iPhone Camera Tips & Tricks - Apple ProRAW, Apple ProRes, Photographic Styles, HEIF/HEVC
As iPhone cameras continue to get more powerful, the settings and UI for the Camera app gets more complicated. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent walk you through every Camera app setting, button, dial, and interface feature, giving you loads of photography tips and tricks along the way.
News
Apple introduces new Apple Pencil, bringing more value and choice to the lineup
Apple developing 'pad-like device' that can update iPhone firmware while still sealed in the box
Shortcuts Corner
Jake wants to create a Shortcut that turns off an LED light strip when charging an iPhone after 10 p.m.
Feedback & Questions
Mike wants the iPhone to cease auto-unlocking when using AirPods to take calls.
Ken needs help locking in camera orientation whilst taking top-down photos and help in keeping the iPhone from auto-switching camera lenses during photo capture.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: Hush Nag Blocker
Mikah's App Cap: Permission Slip
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 47 minutes, 51 seconds
iOS 676: Apple Maps Tips & Tricks - Make the most of Apple Maps on your iPhone & iPad
Despite its rocky launch, the Apple Maps app continues to improve and impress. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some tips & tricks to help you make the most of the built-in navigation app on your iPhone and iPad.
View maps on iPhone
Look around places in Maps on iPhone
Take Flyover tours in Maps on iPhone
Save favorite places in Maps on iPhone
Get information about places in Maps on iPhone
Download offline Maps on iPhone
Get traffic and weather info in Maps on iPhone
Get directions on Apple Watch
News
Apple announces special event for October 30: 'Scary fast'
How and why to use Double Tap on your Apple Watch Series 9 or Ultra 2
Your carbon-neutral Apple Watch might not be so green after all — EU accuses Apple of 'misleading' consumers and 'accounting tricks'
Shortcuts Corner
Mark wants to know if shared Shortcuts are linked to the original Shortcut.
Feedback & Questions
Mike says "Unlock Phone with Apple Watch" was the setting needed to fix iPhone's auto-unlock problem
Dee wants to set up repeating tasks on iPhone and iPad.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: Elgato Capture & Elgato HD60 X & Chat Link Pro
Mikah's App Cap: Flic Twist
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 25 seconds
iOS 677: Prepare for NaNoWriMo - Storyist, Scrivener, Ulysses, iA Writer, Streaks
National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) starts tomorrow, so Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some of the best apps to make your NaNoWriMo a true success!
Storyist 4
Scrivener
Ulysses
iA Writer
Streaks
iThoughts - Mind Map
MindNode - Mind Map & Outline
Terminology Dictionary
News
Here's what Apple really means when it says 'shot on iPhone'
iOS 17.2 fixes Wi-Fi slowdowns and connectivity issues, Apple says
Belkin debuts new 15W 2-in-1 BoostCharge Pro MagSafe stand with Apple Watch fast charging
Shortcuts Corner
Elaine wants a way to name timers using Shortcuts
Palle needs help creating a "Good Morning" Shortcut that includes more information for calendar events.
Feedback & Questions
CJ reminds the hosts about a great feature in Apple Maps: Custom Guides.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: Best Scary Halloween Wallpapers for iPhone in 2023
Mikah's App Cap: Samsara Room
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 55 seconds
iOS 678: Smart Home without HomeKit - Grocery Lists, NFC Tags, Wi-Fi QR Codes, HomePod Audio
You don't need smart home gadgets to make your home a little smarter. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some clever ways to add automation to your home without the need for smart home accessories.
Make a grocery list in Reminders on iPhone
Organize cables into mesh bags
NFC Tags
WiFi QR Code Generator
Basic HomeKit Automation if you have a HomePod: Reset the volume daily
One Smart Home Gadget recommendation: Smart plug for your Christmas tree/holiday lights/entryway lamp!
The best Apple HomeKit tips and tricks
News
Apple supercharges Logic Pro with powerful tools for music creation on Mac and iPad
Final Cut Pro takes video editing on Mac and iPad to the next level with powerful new features
Apple TV+ announces new animated Peanuts feature film project
D.C. Unveils Its Newest Solution To Car Theft: Apple AirTags
Shortcuts Corner
Myles is looking for a way to scan documents for work and home with different output destinations for both.
Walt wants to know if it's possible to create a Shortcut that sends a notification based on certain weather requirements.
Feedback & Questions
David and Mark reveal that they, too, have experienced Bluetooth dropouts in iOS 17.
The signal on Vernon's iPhone 15 Pro Max keeps dropping out and shifting to SOS mode.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: CardBoard: Board Game Scoring
Mikah's App Cap: Premium Prints by Google Photos
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 47 seconds
iOS 679: Plant Apps & Care - Planta, PictureThis, Seek by iNaturalist, Flower Care
If you've got house plants or like to do a little gardening, now's the time to up your gardening game. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some of the best apps to help you with plant identification and care.
Planta: Keep Your Apps Alive
PictureThis - Plant Identifier
Seek by iNaturalist
Flower Care
Bluetooth Plant Monitor
Get Gardening Collection - App Store
News
Apple's Swift Student Challenge to open in 2024 with new category
New iPhone photography exhibition debuts in Paris on November 10
Using the iPad Pro as a Portable Monitor for My Nintendo Switch with Orion, a Capture Card, and a Battery Pack
iOS 17.2's Journal app just got good with beta 2, here's why I hope I'll never need to use it
Shortcuts Corner
Peter needs help troubleshooting an automation between a Wemo plug and an LG TV.
Feedback & Questions
Lori wants to connect multiple AirPods to an Apple TV for audio listening.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: Mous Products
Mikah's App Cap: Connections - NYT Games
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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Apple's App Store Editorial Team has announced the finalists for the 2023 App Store Awards. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share their thoughts on the finalists for the iPhone and iPad apps of the year.
AllTrails: Hike, Bike & Run
Duolingo - Language Lessons
Flighty - Your Flights Tracker
Concepts
DaVinci Resolve for iPad
Prêt-à-Makeup
News
Nothing Announces iMessage Compatibility via New App
No, Nothing hasn't brought iMessage to Android and you definitely shouldn't give it your Apple ID
Apple Adopting RCS in 2024
Shortcuts Corner
Rosemary demonstrates how to disable rotation lock while opening specific apps.
Feedback & Questions
Nick suggests using Microsoft OneNote on Mac, Windows, and iOS as a note-taking application.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: 8BitDo
Mikah's App Cap: MOFT Accessories
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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The holidays are here! Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some of their favorite apps and services to help you plan and celebrate the holiday season.
Elfster: The Secret Santa App
GiftKeeper - Gift Idea Manager
Parcel - Delivery Tracking
Shop: package & order tracker
Apple Wallet!
The Christmas Card List
ElfYourself
Easy Cooking Timer
Crouton: Cooking Companion
Paprika Recipe Manager 3
News
Apple Music Replay '23
Apple Books Launches New 'Year in Review' Feature
Apple reveals the most popular podcasts of 2023 — with the return of an old favorite
iOS 17's NameDrop feature for iPhone: How it works and why it's not a privacy threat
Three new Ikea sensors for under $10 each; Matter support promised for hub
Shortcuts Corner
Graeme is looking for an automation to enable Zoom when an iPhone is disconnected from a charger and disable Zoom when it's reconnected to a charger.
Feedback & Questions
Kenny wants help blocking spam texts on an iPhone.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: Browser Note
Mikah's App Cap: Newji: make anything an emoji
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 29 seconds
iOS 682: Reference Apps: Look That Up! - Google Translate, CoinSnap, Night Sky, Wikipedia
Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some of their favorite reference apps for iPhone and iPad.
Google Translate
Translate text, voice, and conversations on iPhone
CoinSnap: Coin Identifier
Look up words in Pages on iPhone
Terminology Dictionary
Night Sky
Visual Look Up Look up what's in a photo with your iPhone or iPad
Wikipedia
Wikipanion
wikiHow
IMDb
Callsheet: Find Cast & Crew
News
Zoom, ExpressVPN come to the Apple TV App Store
Apple Podcasts names Wiser Than Me the 2023 Show of the Year
Newport Beach business plants Apple AirTags in merchandise, nabs suspected thief
Apple marks World AIDS Day with (RED)
Apple Releases Taika Waititi-Directed Film Promoting Speech Accessibility Tools
Feedback & Questions
Alex wonders if there's a way to use the iPhone's camera with an iPad.
Robert doesn't have any questions, but instead pays the pet tax ... twice!
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: truefree O1 Open Ear Headphones
Mikah's App Cap: Chptr - Remember Them Forever
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 15 seconds
iOS 683: What's New in iOS 17.2 - Journal App, iMessage Contact Key Verification, Qi2 Charging
The Journal app has officially made its way to iOS devices. Dan Moren joins Mikah Sargent to talk about the new features in iOS 17.2.
Journal App
Siri can now help users access and log their Health app data
iMessage Contact Key Verification
Apple introduces spatial video capture on iPhone 15 Pro
Apple Music 'Favorites' playlist
Default Notification Sounds
"Catch-Up Arrow" in Messages
Sticker Reactions in Messages
AirDrop Wallet Passes
Action Button gets Translate option
Improved focusing speed on Telephoto camera
Qi2 charging support for iPhone 13 & iPhone 14
News
Apple officially delays two remaining iOS 17 features to 2024
'Beeper Mini' was blocked by Apple; it's back
Exclusive: Apple offers to let rivals access tap-and-go tech in EU antitrust case
Push notification data used to investigate Capitol rioters
Feedback & Questions
Khan needs help changing the volume of alarms on an iPhone while still maintaining the volume for other alerts and notifications.
Nate shares a story about using FaceTime on Apple TV for getting in touch with a relative during the holidays.
App Caps
Dan's App Cap: Elfster
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Dan Moren
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1/1/1 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 26 seconds
iOS: iOS Today Moves to Club TWiT - How Club TWiT Members Are Saving iOS Today!
Hosts Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard announce that, starting January 4, 2023, iOS Today will move from an ad-supported show to a member-exclusive Club TWiT show. The two discuss details of Club TWiT membership benefits, subscription costs, how iOS Today will and won't be changing, and how supporters can keep iOS Today up and running.
Join us at https://twit.tv/clubtwit
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
Club TWiT members can discuss episodes in the Club TWiT Discord.
1/1/1 • 3 minutes, 15 seconds
iOS: iOS Today Returns January 4th on Club TWiT - iOS Today Becomes a Club TWiT Exclusive in the New Year!
A quick check-in and reminder for iOS Today listeners: Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent will return from the holiday hiatus on January 4, 2024. iOS Today will be available as part of your Club TWiT membership. The co-hosts share some details on Club TWiT and remind you how to keep up with the show in 2024.
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
Club TWiT members can discuss episodes in the Club TWiT Discord.
1/1/1 • 1 minute, 22 seconds
iOS 684: Our Favorite Apps of 2023 - NYT Games, GoodLinks, ChatGPT, Ivory, Camo Studio, Elsewhen, and More
On this, the first Club TWiT episode of iOS Today, Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some of the best apps they used in 2023. The two also provide an update on the Apple Watch ban, remind Apple Card Savings account users about the 1099 IRS tax form, and briefly discuss Microsoft's new Copilot app.
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
Club TWiT members can discuss episodes in the Club TWiT Discord.
You can contribute to iOS Today by sending an email to iOSToday@TWiT.tv.
1/1/1 • 57 minutes, 46 seconds
iOS 685: Learn a New Skill With iOS - Duolingo, Udemy, Astound, TED, LinkedIn Learning, Khan Academy
You know what's great about a new year? The opportunity to start again. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some great apps and services to help you learn new skills or brush up on skills you've left behind. The two also discuss Apple's upcoming Vision Pro headset and the company's potential antitrust concerns in the EU and US.
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
Club TWiT members can discuss episodes in the Club TWiT Discord.
You can contribute to iOS Today by sending an email to iOSToday@TWiT.tv.
1/1/1 • 11 minutes, 30 seconds
iOS 642: How To Clean Your Apple Devices IRL - PhoneSoap, Microfiber Cloths, Isopropyl Alcohol, and More!
Noticing all the dirt and grime building up on your iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch? Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent show you how they keep their Apple devices clean, sparkling, and sanitized.
PhoneSoap
Delicate Garment Bags
Whoosh Screen Cleaner
Clorox Wipes
AmazonBasics MicroFiber Cloths
News
iPhone SOS and what it means when your carrier info disappears
Apple expanding Communication Safety in Messages for kids to six new countries
Apple Store App Updated With Improvements for Saved Items and Enhanced Store Information
Apple launches new 'Car Key Tests' app for iPhone as adoption lags
With Apple Watch, researchers explore new frontiers in heart health - Apple
Shortcuts Corner
Doug needs help creating some boolean-based Shortcuts.
Michael wants to know if an Apple Home Hub is required to use Matter-enabled devices that don't already feature HomeKit support.
Feedback & Questions
Several listeners shared their thoughts about our recent Mastodon episode.
Swede Persson wants to know how to use Siri to create a timer on Apple Watch.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: TORRAS 3-in-1 Magnetic Stand iPhone 14 Pro Case
Mikah's App Cap: Little Alchemy 2
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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• 1 hour, 23 minutes, 39 seconds
iOS 647: Exploring Apple Music Classical - Checking out Apple's new music app from front to Bach
Apple Music Classical has launched! Dan Moren joins Mikah Sargent this week to dive into the standalone app available to users with an Apple Music subscription (at no extra cost). Dan and Mikah go over the Listen Now category, lossless quality, Spatial Audio, the information icon, the Browse tab, instrument/period filters, the personal Library, film scores, and more. This massive catalog of famous pieces has been built for everyone, from curious beginners to devoted classical experts!
News
Apple announces Apple Pay Later for splitting up purchases into multiple payments.
Apple releases iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4, along with 21 new emoji and Voice Isolation for calls.
Apple Watch gets watchOS 9.4 update, which sees AFib History come to more countries.
The macOS Ventura 13.3 update now detects duplicate photos/videos in iCloud Shared Photo Libraries.
Feedback & Questions
David is conflicted and wonders if he should return his Nanoleaf light strips now that the company has announced a new Matter-compatible version.
Daniel is having trouble with email on iOS 16, including 'sent' failure, mail showing up out of order, and missing emails in his inbox.
Heath recently reviewed the password situation on his devices and now asks to hear additional device security thoughts. Mikah kindly thanks Bruce!
App Caps
Dan's App Cap: Libby
Mikah's App Cap: Satechi 200W USB-C 6-Port PD Gan Charger
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Dan Moren
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• 1 hour, 26 minutes, 47 seconds
iOS 646: Apple Music, Inside & Out - Master Playlists, Search & More!
Let's take a deep dive into the world of Apple Music. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent will walk you through every nook and cranny of the Apple Music app, ensuring you make the most of your listening experience. Discover how to navigate and use the app with ease, unlocking its full potential. Learn about the plethora of features it offers, from playlists and stations to lossless audio and more. And finally, witness the power of the app's search functionality, allowing you to find your favorite tunes in a snap. Don't miss out on this comprehensive guide to mastering the Apple Music app on your iOS device!
Access your music library on all your devices
Play music on iPhone
Use Sync Library to access your music library across your devices
Rate songs and other content in Music on Mac
Add and see your favorite artists in Apple Music on iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Android
Queue up your music on iPhone
How to use Apple Music Voice
Listen to broadcast radio on iPhone
See recommended music on iPhone
Sing along with Apple Music on iPhone
Find new music with Apple Music on iPhone
Subscribe to Apple Music on iPhone
Shortcuts Corner
Aamir wants a Shortcut that will help keep track of a child's bottle feeding and launch an entertainment app to pass the time.
Feedback & Questions
Barry shares some kind thoughts about iOS Today.
Shemp wants to know the websites Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent use to discover apps and find good reviews.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: SwitchBuddy: Switch Companion
Mikah's App Cap: Amazon Key | In-Garage Delivery
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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• 1 hour, 25 minutes, 3 seconds
iOS 644: Shelly Brisbin's "iOS Access for All" - Door Detection, VoiceOver, Smart Invert, Dynamic Type
Podcaster and journalist, Shelly Brisbin, stops by the show to talk about her newly updated book, "iOS Access for All". Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent talk to Brisbin about the book's updates, share some of their favorite Accessibility features, and discuss what's next for iOS.
iOS Access for All – Your comprehensive guide to accessibility for iPhone and iPad, by Shelly Brisbin
News
Hello, yellow! Apple introduces new iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus
Apple's iPhone 14 Silicone Cases Now Available in Four New Colors
Apple Releases Over 20 New Apple Watch Bands and AirTag Accessories, Including New Hermès 'Casaque' Line - MacRumors
iPhone 14's Emergency SOS via satellite feature expanding to six new countries this month
Uber's new pickup directions and walking ETAs can finally help you escape the airport
Shortcuts Corner
Alex wants to create an automation using a Focus mode that activates only when Alex is at a specific location.
Feedback & Questions
Tom has some advice for cleaning an iPhone in a clear MagSafe case.
Rand follows up to discuss the use of timers on Apple Watch.
Randy shares a tip about cleaning Apple Watch and Apple Watch bands.
John figures out why we've heard complaints about people not being able to AirPlay TWiT video podcasts.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: iTunes Movie Trailers
Mikah's App Cap: Artifact: Personalized News
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
Guest: Shelly Brisbin
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• 1 hour, 18 minutes, 38 seconds
iOS 645: iOS Personal Safety & Emergency SOS - Legacy Contact, Medical ID, Emergency SOS, Crash Detection
Your iPhone, Apple Watch, and iPad have loads of built-in health and safety features. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent walk you through many of the features and show you how to set them up.
How to add a Legacy Contact for your Apple ID
How to request access to a deceased family member's Apple account
Set up your Medical ID in the Health app on your iPhone
Use Emergency SOS on your iPhone
Use Crash Detection on iPhone or Apple Watch to call for help in an accident
Add emergency contacts
Personal Safety User Guide
Apple Tips App
News
Apple testing rebuilt Apple Maps in six new Central Europe countries
Apple Music Classical: everything you need to know
India to Crack Down on Pre-Installed Apps Under New Smartphone Security Rules
Shortcuts Corner
Doug wants a Shortcut that turns on Apple Watch's Silent Mode based on location.
Ric wants a Shortcut that enables several alarms based on location.
Feedback & Questions
Kenny needs a way to use UTC and Julian dates on an Apple Watch complication.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: Crouton: Cooking Companion
Mikah's App Cap: Nixplay Smart Photo Frame
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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• 1 hour, 9 minutes, 12 seconds
iOS 640: Track Your Stuff With Apple's Find My Network - Pebblebee, eufy SmartTrack, Chipolo, and more!
You've got an AirTag in your bag and you've used your Mac to find your iPhone, but have you heard about the third-party accessories that work with Apple's Find My network? Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent give you an introduction to the rapidly expanding third-party options for tracking your stuff.
Pebblebee Clip
Pebblebee Card
eufy Security SmartTrack Card
Chipolo ONE Spot
Chipolo CARD Spot
iPhone Leather Wallet with MagSafe - Sequoia Green
iTag Item Finder
ATUVOS
News
Apple reveals why it brought back the HomePod
Exclusive: iPhone reverse wireless charging development continues after Apple missed target
Shortcuts Corner
Rosemary Orchard's "Take Control of Shortcuts" gets an update
Ian wants a Shortcut that will organize folders on macOS.
Doug stopped in to let us know about an upcoming iOS Shortcuts talk they'll be giving at the Trenton Computer Festival.
Feedback & Questions
Todd follows up to let us know how much they're enjoying the Netatmo Weather Station.
Tony wants to know how to use the HomePod and HomePod mini as an intercom system.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: Apple Music Ambient Sounds
Mikah's App Cap: Elgato Stream Deck Mobile
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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• 1 hour, 23 minutes, 16 seconds
iOS 643: Free Up Space on Your Apple Devices - Gemini Photos, Cleanfox, Duplicate Detection, iCloud Storage
How do you free up space on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac? Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent show you how to use Apple's built-in utilities and some third-party apps to clear out the cruft on your Apple devices.
Gemini Photos: Gallery Cleaner
Find and delete duplicate photos and videos on iPhone | Apple Support
Cleanfox - Mail & Spam Cleaner
Easy Cleaner
How to check the storage on your iPhone and iPad | Apple Support
Manage your photo and video storage | Apple Support
What's the difference between device storage and iCloud storage? | Apple Support
Download iCloud for Windows | Apple Support
Apple Configurator on the Mac App Store
News
Apple Responds to Report About Thieves Spying on iPhone Passcodes to 'Steal Your Entire Digital Life'
Popular video editing app LumaFusion now widely available for Android and ChromeOS
iMessage is now available for Windows 11 users with an iPhone
Apple Working on AR/VR Headset Technology to Help People With Eye Diseases
Shortcuts Corner
John needs a Shortcut for sending messages based on their given location.
Joe needs a way to enable and disable notifications from a smart baby monitor.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: Stylish Snap Float Folio | MOFT
Mikah's App Cap: Microsoft Edge: Web Browser
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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• 1 hour, 31 minutes, 14 seconds
iOS 648: iOS 16.4 Deep Dive - New Emoji, DualSense Edge Support, Voice Isolation
It's time to update your iPhone, 'cause iOS 16.4 is here! Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent take a closer look at the new features and functionality in the latest version of iOS.
About iOS 16 Updates - Apple Support
iOS 16.4 is live now — here's the new features for your iPhone | Tom's Guide
Change FaceTime audio settings on iPhone – Apple Support (UK)
iOS 16.4 adds Order Tracking widgets from the Wallet app
Apple Releases iOS and iPadOS 16.4 with New Emoji, Notifications for Web Apps on the Home Screen, Voice Isolation for Cellular Calls, New Shortcuts Actions, and More - MacStories
iOS 16.4 Adds Support for PlayStation 5 DualSense Edge Wireless Controller - MacRumors
How to use the improved Always-On Display in iOS 16.4 with Focus mode | iMore
Safari web notifications & other new features for iPhone web apps
First Look: New Emojis in iOS 16.4
News
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference returns June 5 - Apple
Pages, Numbers, and Keynote Apps for iPad Now Support Apple Pencil Hover
Apple's Weather app on iPhone is down for many
Apple Shortcuts-focused 'Automation April' event returns with contest, exclusive content, more
Dark Noise ambient sound app gets major update with new free tier and high quality stereo remasters
Shortcuts Corner
Rosemary shares some of her favorite new Shortcuts Actions in iOS 16.4.
Feedback & Questions
David wants to know how much device storage space can be saved by disabling Live Photos.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: Customize accessibility settings for specific apps on iPhone
Mikah's App Cap: NYT Games: Play The Crossword
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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By now, you've likely heard of social media network/protocol Mastodon. Perhaps you've even created an account. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent help you take the next step by introducing you to the third-party apps and utilities that'll turn you into a Mastodon power user.
Mastodon for iPhone and iPad
Ivory for Mastodon by Tapbots
Ice Cubes: for Mastodon
Metatext
tooot - fediverse and Mastodon
Mastoot
Tootle for Mastodon
Re: Toot
News
A patent has been granted to let you be James Bond with a camera on your Apple Watch
Apple Says iCloud Terms Can Be Accepted on Web After Viral Tweet [Updated]
iPhone 15 USB-C port may have some features limited to Apple certified cables and accessories
Apple fixes annoying HomePod bug that caused HomeKit requests to time out and fail the first time you ask
Shortcuts Corner
Rosemary Orchard shows off some Shortcuts for Mastodon.
Pat asks for a way to change the Lock Screen and Home Screen at a specific time of day.
Feedback & Questions
Scott wants to know if radar maps in the iOS Weather app work as expected.
Todd is looking for a way to take photos on iPhone using a Bluetooth remote.
App Caps
Rosemary's App Cap: Belkin iPhone Mount with MagSafe for Mac desktops and displays
Mikah's App Cap: Lingvano: Sign Language - ASL
Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
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Thanks to the interconnectivity available via iCloud, you can share and collaborate with other iOS, iPad, macOS, and tvOS users. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent show you some ways to take advantage of the built-in collaboration features of Apple's platforms.
Use iCloud to share and collaborate – Apple Support
Collaborate on projects with Messages on iPhone – Apple Support
Share Tab Groups and collaborate in Safari on iPad – Apple Support
Collaborate on documents in Pages, Numbers and Keynote on iPhone, iPad and Mac – Apple Support
Get started with Freeform on iPad – Apple Support
Use SharePlay to watch, listen, and play together in FaceTime on iPhone – Apple Support
News
Apple slashes iPhone trade-in prices but increases others
iPhone 14's Emergency SOS via satellite feature touted as a 'game changer' by search and rescue teams
Apple Music 'Replay 2023' Playlist Now Available
Apple HomePod (second-gen) review: playing it safe - The Verge
Shortcuts Corner
Craig wants to create a time- and weather-based automation that automatically sends SMS messages.
Feedback & Questions
Jon needs help getting iOS Today to AirPlay on a television.
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