Total Mikah (Audio)

iOS Today 735: Level Up Your Lock Screen

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In this episode of iOS Today, hosts Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard demonstrate how to customize iPhone lock screens, exploring everything from widgets and fonts to Focus mode integration and automation. They also tackle a viewer question about triggering Mac actions from an iPhone using Keyboard Maestro.

  • How to access lock screen customization by long-pressing while unlocked
  • Exploring different lock screen styles including astronomy, emoji, weather, and colour options
  • Customizing widgets in the top date/time area for quick information access
  • Changing time display options including fonts, colors, and number systems
  • Adding up to four small widgets or two rectangular widgets below the clock
  • Customizing bottom controls (formerly just flashlight and camera) with various app shortcuts and actions
  • Integration with Focus modes to automatically change lock screens based on activity
  • Tips for using Always-On Display settings, including hiding wallpaper for better battery awareness
  • How lock screens connect to home screen layouts and Apple Watch faces for a cohesive experience

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    • Kenny asks about running a Keyboard Maestro script to eject Time Machine drive remotely. Plus, an adorable pet tax!

      • Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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