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      Tom Rolfe
      April 12, 2019
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    • Midweek news bites: new budget iPhone, Apple’s next app, 5G iPhonesMidweek news bitesNew budget iPhone, Apple's next app, 5G iPhones

      Tom Rolfe
      April 17, 2019

    • Life on iPad – Apple releases six inspiring videosLife on iPadApple releases six inspiring videos

      Tom Rolfe
      April 16, 2019

    • iPad Pro sale – up to $250 off for a limited timeiPad Pro saleUp to $250 off for a limited time

      Tom Rolfe
      April 16, 2019

    • Apple Arcade – $500m investment in premium gamesApple Arcade$500m investment in premium games

      Tom Rolfe
      April 15, 2019

    • Disney+ announced – new service to rival Netflix and Apple TV+Disney+ announcedNew service to rival Netflix and Apple TV+

      Tom Rolfe
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    • Clean energy goals – Apple doubles number of green suppliersClean energy goalsApple doubles number of green suppliers

      Tom Rolfe
      April 12, 2019
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      Review: Cardhop – a slicker, smarter Contacts app

      Joe White
      April 10, 2019
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      Craig Grannell
      April 18, 2019

    • Apps of the Week: three favorites from April 13, 2019Apps of the WeekThree favorites from April 13, 2019

      Jon Mundy
      April 13, 2019
    • 4.5

      Review: Cardhop – a slicker, smarter Contacts appCardhopA slicker, smarter Contacts app

      Joe White
      April 10, 2019

    • Apps of the Week: three favorites from April 8, 2019Apps of the WeekThree favorites from April 8, 2019

      Jon Mundy
      April 8, 2019

    • Creative video filters – 10 apps to transform your clipsCreative video filters10 apps to transform your clips

      Craig Grannell
      April 7, 2019

    • Photo Academy: how to improve your iPhone photographyPhoto AcademyHow to improve your iPhone photography

      Tom Rolfe
      April 6, 2019
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      Tick Tock – smart two-player mystery puzzle game

      Tom Rolfe
      April 8, 2019
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      Letters & Sodas – an unusually tactile word gameLetters & SodasAn unusually tactile word game

      Jon Mundy
      April 17, 2019
    • 4.5

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

      Tom Rolfe
      April 8, 2019
    • 60%

      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
    • 4.5

      Rest in Pieces – spooky endless runner with a differenceRest in PiecesSpooky endless runner with a difference

      Joe White
      March 24, 2019
    • 4.0

      Dragalia Lost – Slick action RPG from NintendoDragalia LostSlick action RPG from Nintendo

      Jon Mundy
      March 15, 2019
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      April 13, 2019
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    • Streaming HBO – how to get your GOT fix on iOSStreaming HBOHow to get your GOT fix on iOS

      Jon Mundy
      April 15, 2019

    • Deleting messages: three ways to trash messagesDeleting messagesThree ways to trash messages

      Tom Rolfe
      April 14, 2019

    • App Store Privacy – two ways to keep your apps to yourselfApp Store privacyTwo ways to keep your apps to yourself

      Joe White
      April 13, 2019

    • Instapaper Guide: how to set up the read-later serviceInstapaper GuideHow to set up the read-later service

      Jon Mundy
      April 11, 2019

    • Transfer playlists: switch between Apple Music and SpotifyTransfer playlistsSwitch between Apple Music and Spotify

      Tom Rolfe
      April 10, 2019

    • Record your screen: How to do it (and why you’d want to)Record your screenHow to do it (and why you'd want to)

      Andy Price
      April 7, 2019
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Hooked – immersive stories on the goHookedImmersive stories on the go

Andy Price
March 6, 2019
Apps, Books, Entertainment, Reviews
Uniquely told thrillers for your iPhone Price: Free (IAP) Version 3.15.3 Size: 80.7 MB Developer: Telepathic Platform: iPhone / iPad Hooked Love horror...
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Media consumption: great apps for TV, music, books, and podcastsMedia consumptionGreat apps for TV, music, books, and podcasts

Tom Rolfe
March 2, 2019
Apps, Entertainment
You might be wondering why you would need to look beyond the iOS defaults when it comes to...
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Valentine’s Day: four great apps for stay-at-home romanceValentine's DayFour great apps for stay-at-home romance

Tom Rolfe
February 13, 2019
Apps, Entertainment, Lifestyle
These apps can help you ditch tradition and enjoy a more modern Valentine's Day Impress your date: Kitchen...
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2.5

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

Tom Rolfe
January 31, 2019
Apps, Entertainment, Reviews
Developer: MISSU Price: Free Size: 29.9 MB Version: 1.0 Platform: iPhone & iPad Face Truth Update: since the...
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David Bowie is… – a virtual tour through rock historyDavid Bowie is...A virtual tour through rock history

Tom Rolfe
January 11, 2019
Apps, AR Apps, Entertainment
Missed the five-year world tour of the V&A’s huge David Bowie exhibition? Never fear! Now you can get...
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4.5

Review: Pocket Casts – major update drags the app into the presentPocket CastsMajor update drags the app into the present

Joe White
December 11, 2018
Apps, Entertainment
It’s been a while since we’ve seen a significant update from Pocket Casts. Has this latest release been...
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4.0

Overcast: popular podcast player gets even betterOvercastPopular podcast player gets even better

Andy Price
November 9, 2018
Apps, Entertainment, Music Apps, Reviews
Popular podcast player gets a new full-point release Price: Free Version: 5.0.3 Size: 13.9 MB Seller: Overcast Radio Platform: iPhone / iPad Get...
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iPad exclusives: 8 of the best iPad appsiPad exclusives8 of the best apps for iPad

Craig Grannell
October 17, 2018
Apps, Education, Entertainment, Features, Games, Music Apps, Photo & Video, Productivity, Resource & Knowledge, Strategy
Got an iPad? Want to know the best iPad-only apps? Read on… When the iPad first arrived, it...
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4.5

Castro 3.0 – great podcast players goes freeCastro 3.0Great podcast player goes free

Andy Price
July 1, 2018
Apps, Entertainment, Reviews
Unique podcast player hits version 3.0, goes free, but adds a premium tier Price: Free Version: 3.0 Size: 39.1 MB Platform: iPhone...
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Best vacation apps: get help with every stage of your tripBest vacation appsGet help with every stage of your trip

Craig Grannell
June 20, 2018
Apps, Entertainment, Features, Maps & Finders, Photo & Video, Productivity, Travel, Utilities, Weather
Have your vacation go without a hitch with these great iOS apps Holidays can be stressful things, whether...
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Small Talk: a daily dose of knowledgeSmall TalkA daily dose of knowledge

Tom Rolfe
June 13, 2018
Apps, Entertainment
Do you ever wish more of your iOS notifications could inspire you, make you laugh, or teach you...
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Beyond paperback: books that work better as appsBeyond paperbackBooks that work best as an app

Craig Grannell
June 6, 2018
Action & Adventure, Apps, Books, Entertainment, Features, Games, Puzzle
Freed from the limitations of paper and ink, digital books can be so much more You might consider...
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4.0

Feedeos – create your own personalized video feedFeedeosPersonalize your own video feed

Andy Price
June 3, 2018
Apps, Entertainment, Reviews
Simply video organizer to stay up to date with your favorite publishers Price: Free Version: 1.0.10 Size: 43.1 MB Seller: Fludeos Platform: iPhone...
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Stargazing: the very best astronomy appsStargazingThe very best astronomy apps

Craig Grannell
April 25, 2018
Apps, AR Apps, Education, Entertainment
Explore the heavens with your iPhone or iPad, discovering everything you can see in the night sky –...
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3.5

‘sodes – minimalist podcast listening'sodes Minimalist podcast listening

Andy Price
March 25, 2018
Apps, Entertainment, Reviews
A simple approach to podcasting, but how does it compare to others? Price: $3/£3 Version: 1.0.2 Size: 14.1 MB Developer: Nice Boy...
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Child’s Play: educational apps and games for young kidsChild's PlayEducational apps and games for young kids

Craig Grannell
February 21, 2018
Apps, Education, Entertainment, Games, Kids & Family, Resource & Knowledge, Reviews
Our favorite selection of App Store gems for tiny humans Ever since the dawn of the iPhone, people...
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Paper creativity: apps for drawing, origami, notes and morePaper creativityApps for drawing, origami, notes and more

Craig Grannell
February 18, 2018
Apps, Education, Entertainment, Music Apps, Photo & Video, Productivity, Utilities
Expand your creative horizons beyond your device's bezel by throwing paper into the mix A criticism leveled at...
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5.0

Review: Detour – immersive audio toursDetourImmersive audio tours

Andy Price
January 27, 2018
Apps, Entertainment
This GPS-enabled app guides you as you wander Price: Free Version: 4.0 Size: 73.2 MB Platform: iPhone / iPad Seller: Detour.com Get Detour...
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4.0

Review: Thyng’s 4.0: turn any surface into an AR playgroundThyng 4.0Turn any surface into an AR playground

Joe White
November 3, 2017
Apps, AR Apps, Entertainment
Thyng is a great app for AR enthusiasts. As of its 4.0 release, the app supports Apple's ARKit...
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Halloween roundup: 12 of the best apps and gamesHalloween roundup12 of the best apps and games

Craig Grannell
October 27, 2017
Action & Adventure, Apps, Books, Education, Entertainment, Games, Kids & Family, Photo & Video, Puzzle
Whether you want to make a spooky costume or scare yourself witless, these are the apps and games...
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    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 iOSArt in Action6 beautiful, relaxing gaming experiences

    Tom Rolfe
    March 12, 2019
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    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
  • 5.0

    Priime – powerful editing tools and filtersPriimePowerful editing tools and filters

    Andy Price
    January 21, 2019

  • Apple reviews: roundup of 2018’s new devicesApple reviewsRoundup of 2018's new devices

    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
  • 3.5

    Bookful – bring books to life with ARBookfulBring books to life with AR

    Andy Price
    December 2, 2018

  • iPad Pro Review: 14 days with the updated 2018 tabletiPad Pro review14 days with the updated 2018 tablet

    Craig Grannell
    December 2, 2018

  • Apple Gift Guide: we pick the best product in each categoryApple Gift GuideWe pick the best product in each category

    Tom Rolfe
    December 1, 2018
  • 3.0

    TikTok – DIY viral videos storm the App StoreTikTokDIY viral videos storm the App Store

    Andy Price
    November 22, 2018
  • 4.5

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

    Andy Price
    November 19, 2018
  • 4.0

    Overcast: popular podcast player gets even betterOvercastPopular podcast player gets even better

    Andy Price
    November 9, 2018

  • iPhone XR Review: 7 days with Apple’s most affordable handsetiPhone XR Review7 days with Apple's most affordable handset

    Craig Grannell
    November 9, 2018

  • New Macs released: Apple shows off positive reviewsNew Macs releasedApple shows off positive reviews

    Tom Rolfe
    November 7, 2018

  • 2018 iPad Pro: Everything you need to know2018 iPad ProEverything you need to know

    Tom Rolfe
    November 1, 2018
  • 5.0

    Streaks – a task tracker to help form good habitsStreaksA task tracker to help form good habits

    Craig Grannell
    October 26, 2018

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