iOS Today (Audio)

Apple finally enters the foldable fray with the iPhone Duo, packing unexpected features and a lower-than-expected price. Find out what's actually inside and if it's worth leaving your classic iPhone behind.

iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max colors, pricing, and 1st impressions

Variable aperture camera tech benefits, marketing, and durability concerns

Battery life and ultra-fast charging impress for Pro iPhones

A20 Pro processor with advanced neural engine and vapor chamber cooling

Dynamic Island hardware and software upgrades

iPhone Duo: Apple's first folding phone, hardware, and price

iPhone Duo durability, hinge design, dust/water resistance, and case compatibility

Camera features on Duo: under-display camera, selfie tricks, and photography upgrades

iOS 27 on Duo: Side dock, split view, app pairs, and standby mode

Battery stats, charging, eSIM, and cases on the Duo

Apple Watch Series 12/Ultra 4: new health sensors, improved heart tracking, and battery

Live Rewind and Siri Recap: AI-driven audio/smartwatch features and privacy

Apple Health app redesign: insights, movement evaluations, and proactive alerts

AirPods 5: ANC for all models, color, pricing, and battery

App Caps: Athlytic and Splitwise

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Are passwords really on their way out, or are we stuck with them a bit longer? Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard dig into Apple's latest moves in credential management and reveal why the end of passwords is only "dead-ish." Find out why this shift matters for both convenience and security, and how it could upend your digital habits.

Apple Passwords app evolves: features, security, and sharing explored

Passkeys adoption, magic links frustration, and passwordless future

Passkeys security benefits and everyday use cases discussed

Verification code autofill and cleanup

Real-world quirks and reliability of code autofill features

Shared groups and Wi-Fi credentials streamline family password management

Comparing Apple Passwords vs. third-party managers: features and limitations

Password best practices debunked: phase out bad habits

App Caps: ESR magnetic matte screen protector and Spark Daily Learning Puzzles

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Apple's latest iPhone event is around the corner, but are you actually ready to upgrade? This episode digs into the essential, often overlooked steps that could make or break your next device swap.

Apple Upgrade Program and comparing phone purchasing options

Tips and tricks for trading in or handing down your old iPhone

Importance of backups: iCloud, local, and encrypted with iMazing

Steps for safely transferring data and activating eSIM

Verifying new phone setup: calls, texts, Apple Pay, and Watch

How to properly erase the old device before trade-in

Reviewing device storage and considering foldable iPhone rumors

News: Apple's Surprise and Shine event and iOS 27 rollout anticipation

Shortcuts Corner: Building a share sheet shortcut for photo management

App Caps: Apple Arcade Sneaky Sasquatch crossover and Anker power bank accessory

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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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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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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