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      Tom Rolfe
      June 17, 2019
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      Tim Cook talks privacy – Apple CEO’s Stanford commencement speechTim Cook talks privacyApple CEO's Stanford commencement speech

      Tom Rolfe
      June 17, 2019

    • Sign in with Apple – keeping your device safe from prying eyesSign in with AppleKeeping your device safe from prying eyes

      Craig Grannell
      June 16, 2019

    • Midweek news bites: iOS fixes, Shot on iPhone promo, new TV+ trailersMidweek news bitesiOS fixes, Shot on iPhone promo, new TV+ trailers

      Tom Rolfe
      June 11, 2019

    • WWDC recap – what’s new for Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Mac?WWDC recapWhat's new for Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Mac?

      Tom Rolfe
      June 7, 2019

    • Apple Design Awards – 9 incredible apps win the 2019 prizeApple Design Awards9 incredible apps win the 2019 prize

      Tom Rolfe
      June 6, 2019

    • iPadOS preview – a new version of iOS just for iPadiPadOS previewA new version of iOS just for iPad

      Tom Rolfe
      June 5, 2019
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      Magpie - your next big project is just a tap away

      Joe White
      June 17, 2019
      Apps, Productivity
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      Magpie – your next big project is just a tap awayMagpieYour next big project is just a tap away

      Joe White
      June 17, 2019

    • Upgraded keys – how to install a custom keyboardUpgraded keysHow to install a custom keyboard

      Kenny Hemphill
      June 15, 2019

    • Apps of the Week: three great apps from June 14, 2019Apps of the WeekThree favorites from June 8, 2019

      Jon Mundy
      June 14, 2019
    • 4.5

      InShot – all-in-one video and image editor for iPhoneInShot All-in-one video and image editor

      Joe White
      June 13, 2019
    • 4.5

      Review: Threema – Highly secure messaging

      Jon Mundy
      June 11, 2019

    • Apps of the Week: three great apps from June 8, 2019Apps of the WeekThree favorites from June 8, 2019

      Jon Mundy
      June 8, 2019
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      Review: ELOH - solve relaxing puzzles to the beat

      Andy Price
      June 9, 2019
      Games, Puzzle, Reviews
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    • 4.0

      Alt-Frequencies – ambitious time loop storyAlt-FrequenciesAmbitious storytelling game

      Andy Price
      June 10, 2019
    • 4.5

      Review: ELOH – solve relaxing puzzles to the beatReview: ELOHSolve relaxing puzzles to the beat

      Andy Price
      June 9, 2019
    • 4.5

      The Gardens Between – Dreamy time-manipulation puzzlerThe Gardens BetweenDreamy time-manipulation puzzler

      Jon Mundy
      June 6, 2019

    • Apple Design Awards – 9 incredible apps win the 2019 prizeApple Design Awards9 incredible apps win the 2019 prize

      Tom Rolfe
      June 6, 2019
    • 3.0

      Lifty! – a cute puzzler stuck on the middle floorLifty!A cute puzzler stuck on the middle floor

      Jon Mundy
      May 11, 2019

    • Golf Blitz – multiplayer mini-golf madnessGolf BlitzMultiplayer mini-golf madness

      Tom Rolfe
      May 9, 2019
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      June 16, 2019
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    • DIY security monitor – put an old iPhone or iPad to good useDIY security monitorPut an old iPhone or iPad to good use

      Jon Mundy
      June 16, 2019

    • Upgraded keys – how to install a custom keyboardUpgraded keysHow to install a custom keyboard

      Kenny Hemphill
      June 15, 2019

    • FAQ Friday – how do I keep my Facebook activity private?FAQ FridayHow do I keep my Facebook activity private?

      Tom Rolfe
      June 14, 2019

    • Address book tips – three clever ways to manage your contactsAddress book tipsThree clever ways to manage your contacts

      Joe White
      June 13, 2019

    • Group FaceTime – how to video chat with up to 32 peopleGroup FaceTimeHow to video chat with up to 32 people

      Andy Price
      June 12, 2019

    • Two-factor authentication – how to safeguard your device and dataTwo-factor authenticationHow to safeguard your device and data

      Tom Rolfe
      June 12, 2019
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Sign in with Apple – keeping your device safe from prying eyesSign in with AppleKeeping your device safe from prying eyes

Craig Grannell
June 16, 2019
Features, News
Get ready to keep things private using Apple’s latest iOS innovation Of the new iOS 13 features announced...
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iOS Boosters – 16 superb utilities to boost your deviceiOS Boosters16 superb utilities to boost your device

Craig Grannell
June 6, 2019
Apps, Features, Productivity, Utilities
Block ads, never forget the bins, count things, and much, much more Often, our app round-ups are about...
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iOS 13 wish list: 13 changes we’d like to see at WWDC 2019iOS 13 wish list13 changes we'd like to see

Craig Grannell
May 20, 2019
Features
From an improved Home Screen to offline Apple Maps From 3–7 June, the 2019 Apple Worldwide Developers Conference...
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Ditch your computer – the pros and cons of working on iPadDitch your computerThe pros and cons of working on iPad

Craig Grannell
May 8, 2019
Features, Hardware
When an office refurb put Craig Grannell’s iMac out of reach, Apple’s iPad Pro stepped up I’ve always...
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The future of Apple – iPhone as a serviceThe future of AppleiPhone as a service

Craig Grannell
April 26, 2019
Features
Monthly fees rather than annual updates will fill Apple’s coffers in the years to come Apple used to...
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Go beyond Animoji – creative selfie apps that transform your faceGo beyond AnimojiCreative selfie apps that transform your face

Craig Grannell
April 25, 2019
Apps, Entertainment, Features, Photo & Video
Ever wanted to have a massive beard, or shoot a rainbow out of your mouth? Today’s your lucky...
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iPhone photography – how your snaps could earn you moneyiPhone photographyHow your snaps could earn you money

Craig Grannell
April 18, 2019
Features, Photo & Video
From galleries to magazines, there’s cash to be made from your very best snaps If you have a...
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Apple in 2019 – how its five core values will affect youApple in 2019How its five core values will affect you

Craig Grannell
April 14, 2019
Features
From Apple News+ to Apple Card, Apple is pitching a more usable, private, and personalized future You’ll likely...
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Creative video filters – 10 apps to transform your clipsCreative video filters10 apps to transform your clips

Craig Grannell
April 7, 2019
Apps, Features, Photo & Video
Whether you fancy retro filters, automatic editing, or something more extreme, these apps will make your home movies...
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Meditative audio – the 9 most relaxing music appsMeditative audioThe 9 most relaxing music apps

Craig Grannell
April 4, 2019
Apps, Features, Music Apps
Interactive sound toys to chill you out, serenade your ears, and give your thumbs and eyes something to...
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Demystify documents – the easiest way to handle files on iOSDemystify documentsThe easiest way to handle files on iOS

Craig Grannell
March 30, 2019
Apps, Features, Productivity, Tips & Tricks
Get to grips with Apple’s Files app, and discover how it can help you get at your documents...
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Unlock tapped creativity – why iOS devices are the perfect creative toolsUnlock tapped creativityWhy iOS devices are the perfect creative tools

Craig Grannell
March 29, 2019
Features
Whether you fancy painting, composing, writing, or photography, your phone can take you to new heights When you...
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Sketching on iOS – the best apps and accessories for artistsSketching on iOSThe best apps and accessories for artists

Craig Grannell
March 29, 2019
Apps, Features, Photo & Video
The apps and accessories you need for doodles and digital masterpieces alike If you have a thing for...
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Art and ARKit – democratizing art and culture with techArt and ARKitDemocratizing art and culture with tech

Craig Grannell
February 25, 2019
AR Apps, Features
Instead of hiding in a vault, the world’s treasures can now sit before your very eyes When augmented...
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Creative photo filters – transform your snaps with these appsCreative photo filtersTransform your snaps with these apps

Craig Grannell
February 20, 2019
Apps, Features, Photo & Video
Transform your snaps into paintings, sketches, computer art, abstract shapes, and more Your iPhone is one of the...
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Today view widgets – the 15 best quick-access utilitiesToday view widgetsThe 15 best quick-access utilities

Craig Grannell
February 6, 2019
Apps, Features
Get at actions and information more quickly by using widgets on your Apple devices Apps fast became the...
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Home screen hacks: four genius ways to organize your app iconsHome screen hacksFour genius ways to organize your app icons

Craig Grannell
January 30, 2019
Features, Tips & Tricks
Four different ways to get at your favorite apps and games Apple’s not one for allowing a great...
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Year in review: Apple’s 2018 in ten awardsYear in reviewApple's 2018 in ten awards

Craig Grannell
December 30, 2018
Features
New iPads! New iPhones! Yet another ‘gate’! Here’s how Apple fared over the past 12 months It’s hard...
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Best of 2018: 10 apps and games you can’t afford to missBest of 201810 apps you can't afford to miss

Craig Grannell
December 20, 2018
Apps, Features, Games
Great App Store titles we think deserve a little more attention We aim to bring you the very...
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Third-party keyboards – do we really need them any more?Third-party keyboardsDo we really need them any more?

Craig Grannell
December 13, 2018
Features
From swipe-to-type to more esoteric keyboard input, should you venture beyond Apple’s defaults? In 2014, Apple did the...
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    Alt-Frequencies – ambitious time loop storyAlt-FrequenciesAmbitious storytelling game

    Andy Price
    June 10, 2019
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    Review: ELOH – solve relaxing puzzles to the beatReview: ELOHSolve relaxing puzzles to the beat

    Andy Price
    June 9, 2019
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    Big Bang AR – a slick CERN-produced science appBig Bang ARA slick CERN-produced science app

    Andy Price
    June 5, 2019
  • 4.0

    Cosm – create your own calming and relaxation musicReview: CosmCreate your own soundscapes

    Andy Price
    May 26, 2019
  • 4.5

    Review: Maginary – unique, inventive storytelling appMaginaryUnique, inventive storytelling app

    Andy Price
    May 14, 2019
  • 5.0

    Priime – powerful editing tools and filtersPriimePowerful editing tools and filters

    Andy Price
    May 12, 2019

  • Ditch your computer – the pros and cons of working on iPadDitch your computerThe pros and cons of working on iPad

    Craig Grannell
    May 8, 2019
  • 5.0

    Fantastical 2 – five years on, is it still the best?Fantastical 2Five years on, is it still the best?

    Andy Price
    April 29, 2019
  • 4.5

    Curio – a unique hybrid of news and podcastCurioA unique hybrid of news and podcast

    Andy Price
    April 22, 2019
  • 3.5

    The Elder Scrolls: Blades – epic fantasy series goes freemiumThe Elder Scrolls: BladesEpic fantasy series goes freemium

    Tom Rolfe
    April 21, 2019

  • iPad mini (2019) review: does Apple’s tiny tablet have what it takes?iPad mini (2019) reviewDoes Apple's tiny tablet have what it takes?

    Craig Grannell
    April 19, 2019
  • 4.5

    Tick Tock – smart two-player mystery puzzle gameTick TockSmart two-player mystery puzzle game

    Tom Rolfe
    April 8, 2019
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    Hyperspeed – race your friends through space, liveHyperspeedRace your friends through space, live

    Andy Price
    April 6, 2019
  • 4.0

    Review: Yeah Bunny 2 – cute retro platformerYeah Bunny 2Retro platform fun

    Andy Price
    April 4, 2019

  • Art in action – 6 beautiful, relaxing gaming experiences for iOS10 beautiful gamesTitles that prove games can be art

    Tom Rolfe
    March 12, 2019
  • 4.0

    Hooked – immersive stories on the goHookedImmersive stories on the go

    Andy Price
    March 6, 2019
  • 2.5

    Ground – a news app dedicated to truthGroundA news app dedicated to truth

    Andy Price
    February 22, 2019
  • 4.0

    Eaten – user-powered food discoveryEatenUser-powered food discovery

    Andy Price
    February 7, 2019
  • 2.5

    Face Truth – scan your face to learn your futureFace TruthScan your face to learn your future

    Tom Rolfe
    January 31, 2019

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    Tom Rolfe
    January 15, 2019
  • 4.0

    Bloom: 10 Worlds – more generative ambience from Brian EnoBloom: 10 WorldsBrian Eno's ambient app returns

    Andy Price
    December 29, 2018
  • 3.5

    ChillScape – sound-based meditationChillScapeSound-based meditation

    Andy Price
    December 18, 2018

  • Tech gift guide: ten great gift ideas for iPhone/iPad ownersTech gift guideTen great gift ideas for iPhone/iPad owners

    Tom Rolfe
    December 17, 2018
  • 3.5

    Shine: Journey of Light – a pleasant and relaxing side-scrollerShine: Journey of LightPleasant and relaxing side-scroller

    Andy Price
    December 14, 2018
  • 4.0

    Jottit – note app for sketching, annotation, organizationJottitFeature-rich notes app

    Andy Price
    December 5, 2018

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