iOS Today (Audio)

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iOS Today (Audio) episodes

August 27iOS 817: Digital Backpack – Best Apps for Back to School - iOS Tools for Students & Lifelong Learners
As iOS updates roll out new icons and smarter Siri voices, today's students are relying on apps that make studying more interactive, collaborative, and personal than ever! See how a fresh lineup of iOS and iPadOS apps could completely reshape your back-to-school routine.
Structured: Visual daily planner with focus and accessibility features

GoodNotes vs. Notability: Digital note-taking and annotation

Quizlet: Study aid, flashcard maker, and AI-powered practice tests

Otter: Group project meetings and lecture transcription made easy

Essayist: Academic writing and streamlined reference management

Duolingo: Gamified language learning for students (and Klingon fans)

Notes and organization skills as keys to academic success

News: iOS 27 updates, Siri voices, search improvements, better battery life

App Caps: Moonlitt and Sunlitt for moon and sun tracking, CGP Grey video picks

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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27 min
August 20iOS 816: The Ultimate AI Showdown - Balancing Privacy, Capability, & Integration
Get the details from Mikah and Rosemary on which AI apps stand out for real-world tasks, where system integration blows open new possibilities, and why a truly local, on-device AI might finally justify the hype.
Siri's AI upgrades spark frustrations, unpredictability, and deeper device integration

Comparing ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, and Gemini apps on iOS

Solaire AI brings free offline local AI to iPhone

News: App tracking transparency changes prompt regulatory scrutiny in Germany, and Sonos adds live activities with real-time playback status

App Caps: 8BitDo Flip Pad for gaming and MOFT Snap Tablet Stand for iPad

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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50 min
August 13iOS 815: Snoozy Sleepy Time - How Your iPhone & Apple Watch Team Up for Smarter Sleep
Fed up with groggy wake-ups and noisy notifications? Discover how automating Focus modes and Shortcuts can totally transform your nights and mornings using clever iOS tricks.
Built-in sleep tracking features on iOS and Apple Watch explained

Setting sleep goals, schedules, and using Sleep Focus mode

How to customize Focus modes for a better sleep environment

Allowing exceptions and adjusting notifications during Sleep Focus

Screen, home, and lock screen customizations for sleep time

Insights into Apple's sleep score metrics and calculation

Apple Watch features: sleep apnea and breathing disturbance notifications

Third-party sleep tracking app recommendations and comparisons

Shortcuts Corner: automating sleep and wake routines with iOS Shortcuts

App Cap: Pelican waterproof floating phone pouch for outdoor adventures (https://amzn.to/4ws5KF5 affiliate link)

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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32 min
August 06iOS 814: Summer Apps Roundup - From Wildfire Alerts to AI-Powered Photo Editing
From tide tracking that saves your beach day to instant wildfire warnings that beat government alerts, this episode spotlights the apps that truly have your back during summertime outings.
Using iOS Photos app for editing, sharing, and managing albums

Editing summer videos in Photos and iMovie, including Magic Movie feature

Watch Duty Wildfire and Floods app for live fire and emergency alerts

Sky Guide app brings AR stargazing and celestial event notifications

My Tide Times app helps plan beach visits with tide, sun, and moon info

AllTrails app guides summer hikes with maps, filters, and community data

CARROT Weather app delivers customizable alerts for sun, storms, and air quality

Sun Seeker app helps track sun position for outdoor planning and photography

App Caps: RNI Films for film-like photo edits and Parcel for package tracking

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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43 min
July 30iOS 813: Reading on Your iPhone - Tracking, Sharing, & Leveling Up the Digital Literature
If you care about leveling up your reading life, don't miss this deep dive into the most powerful and lesser-known iOS apps that turn your device into a book-lover's playground. Discover why your iPhone might just be the ultimate reading companion, from audiobooks to custom libraries and beyond.
Apple Books app features, usability, audiobooks, and reading goals

Refining ebook library organization, user guides, and personal reading habits

Customizing reading experience: themes, fonts, line guides, and accessibility

Apple Books for audiobooks versus dedicated apps like Audible

Audible app exploration: usage stats, features, series tracking, and purchase changes

Prologue app connects to the Plex library for personal audiobook streaming

Spotify for audiobooks and comparison with Audible exclusives

Storygraph tracks reading progress and integrates with Kobo eReaders

Libby app for digital library borrowing of ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines

App Caps: Make-roscope keychain microscope

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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36 min
July 23iOS 812: Calculators on Your Phone - From Unit Conversions to Math Notes on iOS!
If you thought calculators were stuck in high school, check your phone! This episode finds the formula behind conversions, math notes, and custom shortcuts that could totally change how you crunch numbers on your everyday Apple device. Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard run the numbers and reveal which apps truly multiply your productivity.
iOS calculator app features: history, copy, mode switcher, and conversions

Math Notes and Apple Pencil support for handwritten equations on iPad

Spotlight's built-in calculator vs. dedicated calculator app usage

Deep dive into PCalc: customization, layouts, and advanced features

Soulver 4 brings notepad-style, sentence-based calculations and variables

(Not Boring) Calculator offers simplicity and a clean design for basic math

News: Public beta releases for Apple operating systems explained

App Caps: Safari's new webpage monitoring vs. Distill Web Monitor app, and Microsoft Copilot for streamlining messy data into formatted documents

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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54 min
July 16iOS 811: Vacation Planning - Seamless Travel With Flight, Transit, & Map Apps
If you're the person who packs weeks early and triple-checks every detail, this episode is your tactical guide to using iPhone apps for travel planning, collaboration, and on-the-ground navigation.
Vacation planning tips and why offline maps are essential

Downloading and managing offline Apple Maps for travel

Using shared Apple Notes and Reminders for trip organization

Comparing Notes, Reminders, and Freeform for vacation planning

Top travel apps: TripIt, Tripsy, and Wanderlog privacy considerations

Flight tracking and airport anxiety reduced with Flighty

Data choices abroad: eSIM setup and Citymapper for urban navigation

Feedback: Autoplay settings in Apple Podcasts

Shortcuts Corner: Automating photo sharing, saving, and cleanup workflow

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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43 min
July 09iOS 810: Following the World Cup - Smarter Sports Tracking & iOS Soccer Games
Apple's sports app puts the World Cup and every major match at your fingertips, with live activities and seamless Apple TV integration. Discover how your iPhone can keep you in the loop, even if sports aren't your thing.
In-depth look at the free Apple Sports app and top features

Apple Arcade and mobile soccer games: EA Sports FC, Mini Football Legends, Score! Hero, eFootball

Using Apple News to stay updated on World Cup events and scores

News: Apple's Siri AI gains integration with third-party apps in new betas

Feedback: accessibility apps, VoiceOver favorites, and accessory habits

Shortcuts Corner: automation for Apple Card transaction notifications

App Caps: Make-roscope mobile microscope and Anker Nano Power Bank picks

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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40 min
July 02iOS 809: Wonderful Weather Apps - Survive the Heat With These iOS Tools
As heat waves and storms reshape daily life, see how localized weather tech and smart notifications are becoming essential tools for staying safe, planning ahead, and getting your forecast with a side of fun.
Apple Weather app evolution from basic utility to Dark Sky integration

Localized weather data, alerts, and hourly forecasting explained

Shortcut automations for Weather: capabilities and app integration

Changes in third-party weather app APIs post-Dark Sky acquisition

CARROT Weather: customizable data sources, achievements, and unique personality

(Not Boring) Weather: design-driven, interactive weather visualization

Met Office Weather Forecast: official UK alerts and specialized app benefits

Mercury Weather: cross-platform support, trip planning, and rain forecasting

Acme Weather: US-only, feature-rich app from Dark Sky creators

App Caps: Spigen TapZip MagSafe organizer and ESR CryoBoost charging station

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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36 min
June 25iOS 808: Apple Design Awards 2026 - Apps & Games That Won Over Apple!
From accessible guitar toolkits to games tackling mental health and body image, discover the Design Award contenders that are reinventing what "inclusive design" means for the entire Apple ecosystem.
Delight and Fun Category — Grug app and Is This Seat Taken? game winner

Inclusivity Category — Guitar Wiz, accessibility features, and game highlights

Innovation Category — VisionOS experiences, NBA Live Games & Scores, and Blue Prince

Interaction Category — Moonlitt app, kid-friendly game design

Social Impact Category — Health, cultural, and mental health apps/games

Visuals and Graphics Category — Stunning app interfaces and graphics-intensive games

Where to download these award-winning apps and games

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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28 min

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