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    • News bites – the stories you may have missed (12 August 2022)

      Jon Mundy
      August 12, 2022
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    • News bites – the stories you may have missed (12 August 2022)News bitesThe stories you may have missed

      Jon Mundy
      August 12, 2022
    • 4.0

      Incoherence – Brain-tickling room escape puzzlerIncoherenceBrain-tickling room escape puzzler

      Jon Mundy
      August 10, 2022
    • Bring into Focus: a smart expansion of Focus modes | iOS 16 GuideBring into FocusA smart expansion of Focus modes

      Tom Rolfe
      August 9, 2022
    • Apple Watch Pro: rumors of a bigger, better designApple Watch ProRumors of a bigger, better design

      Tom Rolfe
      August 4, 2022
    • iPadOS 16 delayed? October launch rumored for the updateiPadOS 16 delayed?October launch rumored for the update

      Tom Rolfe
      August 4, 2022
    • Apple Store online – Apple redesigns online checkoutApple Store onlineApple redesigns online checkout

      Tom Rolfe
      August 1, 2022
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      Jon Mundy
      August 4, 2022
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      VSCO – is this App Store heavyweight still king?VSCOIs this App Store heavyweight still king?

      Joe White
      August 6, 2022
    • The best mind mapping apps for iPhone and iPad, to get ideas down – fastMind Mapping AppsThe best ways to get ideas down fast

      Craig Grannell
      August 5, 2022
    • More from the App Store – great apps you might have missed [5 August 2022]More from the App StoreGreat apps you might have missed

      Jon Mundy
      August 4, 2022
    • 4.0

      Review: Spoke – Mindfulness to a hip-hop beatReview: SpokeMindfulness to a hip-hop beat

      Jon Mundy
      August 3, 2022
    • The classic app: Fantastical

      Craig Grannell
      August 2, 2022
    • Apple’s iOS 16 updates bring people together – within a walled gardenBringing people togetherCollaboration – in a walled garden

      Craig Grannell
      July 30, 2022
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      Review: Pawnbarian - clever chess-themed dungeon puzzles

      Jon Mundy
      July 26, 2022
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    • The classic game: SpellTowerSpellTowerWordsearch meets Tetris in this classic

      Craig Grannell
      August 5, 2022
    • 4.0

      Review: Pawnbarian – clever chess-themed dungeon puzzlesPawnbarianClever chess-themed dungeon puzzles

      Jon Mundy
      July 26, 2022
    • 5.0

      Dicey Dungeons – A decidedly un-dicey rogueliteDicey DungeonsA decidedly un-dicey roguelite

      Jon Mundy
      July 7, 2022
    • The classic game: Flight ControlFlight ControlAn early arcade classic for iOS

      Craig Grannell
      July 5, 2022
    • 3.5

      A Musical Story – funky, award-winning beat matchingA Musical StoryFunky, award-winning beat matching

      Jon Mundy
      June 17, 2022
    • Apple Design Awards – 12 amazing winners for 2022Apple Design Awards8 incredible apps win the 2022 prize

      Tom Rolfe
      June 9, 2022
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    • Shared Photo Library – streamlined sharing via iCloud | iOS 16 Guide

      Tom Rolfe
      August 12, 2022
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    • Shared Photo Library – streamlined sharing via iCloud | iOS 16 GuideShared Photo LibraryStreamlined sharing via iCloud

      Tom Rolfe
      August 12, 2022
    • Apple ‘Passkeys’ – setting up password-free logins | iOS 16 GuideApple 'Passkeys'Setting up password-free logins

      Tom Rolfe
      August 12, 2022
    • Comparing Notes – new features in the Notes app | iOS 16 GuideComparing NotesNew features in the Notes app

      Tom Rolfe
      August 12, 2022
    • Strong language: Apple’s Translate app just got better | iOS 16 GuideStrong LanguageApple's Translate app just got better

      Tom Rolfe
      July 28, 2022
    • Voice unlock hack – a secret phrase to skip Face IDVoice unlock hackA secret phrase to skip Face ID

      Holly Rolfe
      July 19, 2022
    • Please Be Quiet – 5 ways to shut your iPhone upPlease Be Quiet4 ways to shut your iPhone up

      Tom Rolfe
      July 19, 2022
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Tagged Accessibility

Magnification: easily read text with the magnifier | iOS 11 GuideMagnificationEasily read text with the magnifier

Andy Price
June 22, 2016
Tips & Tricks
There's an option hidden under the Accessibility menu that allows you to use your device camera to magnify...
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Legibility: make text easier to read | iOS 11 GuideLegibilityMake text easier to read

Tom Rolfe
June 21, 2016
Tips & Tricks
If you’re finding it difficult to read text on your device, choose to use a bolder version. Open...
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iOS 9: Enable AssistiveTouch to fix a broken iPad home buttonAssistiveTouchFix a broken home button

Tom Rolfe
August 1, 2015
Tips & Tricks
If the Home button is damaged and no longer working, turn on this option to enable a virtual...
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iOS 9: Change the iPad screen’s colors for better visibilityScreen optionsChange colors for better visibility

Tom Rolfe
August 1, 2015
Tips & Tricks
There are two options to change screen style, if you have a visual impairment. Open Settings, select General,...
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iOS 9: How to change the home button click speed on iPadHome-click speedSlow down the button presses

Tom Rolfe
August 1, 2015
Tips & Tricks
Some features require you to press the Home button two or three times in quick succession. Some users...
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iOS 9: Increase iPad contrast to make it easier to see menusImproved contrastSee menu options more clearly

Tom Rolfe
August 1, 2015
Tips & Tricks
You may find it hard to read or see the buttons when accessing Control Center or Notification Center,...
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iOS 9: Make text on your iPad more easily readableIncrease readabilityMake text easier to read

Tom Rolfe
August 1, 2015
Tips & Tricks
If you’re finding it difficult to read text on your device, choose to use a bolder version or...
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iOS 9: How to reduce the constant motion effects on iPadReduce motionTone down the constant effects

Tom Rolfe
August 1, 2015
Tips & Tricks
The iPad uses plenty of motion effects when the Home screen is tilted, or when apps are opened...
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iOS 9: Use guided access mode on iPad to keep kids safeGuided accessMake your iPad safe for kids

Tom Rolfe
August 1, 2015
Tips & Tricks
When handing your device over to someone else, like a young child, you can use Guided Access mode...
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Guide: How to fix an iPhone’s broken home button with AssistiveTouchAssistiveTouchHow to workaround a broken home button

Tom Rolfe
June 10, 2015
Tips & Tricks
If the Home button is damaged and no longer working, turn on this option to enable a virtual...
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Guide: How to change the color theme of the iPhone screenScreen optionsChange the screen coloration

Tom Rolfe
June 10, 2015
Tips & Tricks
There are two options to change screen style, if you have a visual impairment. Open Settings, select General,...
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Guide: Make the iPhone home button easier & faster to double click | iOS 9Click speedEasier home button double-click

Tom Rolfe
June 10, 2015
Tips & Tricks
Some features require you to press the Home button two or three times in quick succession. Some users...
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Guide: How to make text easier to read on the iPhone | iOS 9ReadabilityMake text easier to read

Tom Rolfe
June 10, 2015
Tips & Tricks
If you’re finding it difficult to read text on your device, choose to use a bolder version. Open...
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Guide: Reduce motion & tilt effects on the iPhone home screen | iOS 9Reduce motionTurn off home screen motion

Tom Rolfe
June 10, 2015
Tips & Tricks
The iPhone uses plenty of motion effects when the Home screen is tilted, or when apps are opened...
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Guide: How to restrict access to your iPhone with guided access mode | iOS 9Guided accessRestrict access with accessibility settings

Tom Rolfe
June 10, 2015
Tips & Tricks
When handing your device over to someone else, like a young child, you can use Guided Access mode...
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Mastering the Accessibility shortcutAccessibility shortcutAccess options faster

Mike Hayward
March 17, 2015
Tips & Tricks
The Accessibility Shortcut (a simple triple-tap of the Home button) is a great way to use the iPhone's...
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Guide: iPhone accessibility optionsAccessibility optionsMake use of these hidden features

Mark Errett
July 3, 2014
Tips & Tricks
Make use of the hidden accessibility features on your iPhone...
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    Craig Grannell
    August 5, 2022
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    Craig Grannell
    July 27, 2022
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    Dicey Dungeons – A decidedly un-dicey rogueliteDicey DungeonsA decidedly un-dicey roguelite

    Jon Mundy
    July 7, 2022
  • iPhone Photo School – level up your photography skillsiPhone Photo SchoolLevel up your photography skills

    Tom Rolfe
    June 30, 2022
  • iPhone’s First Year – 15 apps that still hold upiPhone's First Year15 apps that still hold up

    Craig Grannell
    June 11, 2022

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