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    • iOS 12.1.1 released: minor update fixes some annoying issues

      Tom Rolfe
      December 6, 2018
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    • Tech gift guide: ten great gift ideas for iPhone/iPad ownersTech gift guideTen great gift ideas for iPhone/iPad owners

      Tom Rolfe
      December 7, 2018

    • iOS 12.1.1 released: minor update fixes some annoying issuesiOS 12.1.1 releasedMinor update fixes some annoying issues

      Tom Rolfe
      December 6, 2018

    • $29 battery replacement: discount program ending soon$29 battery replacementDiscount program ending soon

      Tom Rolfe
      December 6, 2018

    • Midweek Apple bites: lawsuits, trade-ins, and free iPhonesMidweek Apple bitesLawsuits, trade-ins, and free iPhones

      Tom Rolfe
      December 5, 2018

    • Apps of the year: Apple selects its faves from 2018Apps of the yearApple selects its faves from 2018

      Tom Rolfe
      December 4, 2018

    • AirPods evolution: Apple supposedly working on all-new designAirPods evolutionApple supposedly working on all-new design

      Tom Rolfe
      December 3, 2018
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      Review: Pocket Casts – major update drags the app into the present

      Joe White
      December 11, 2018
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      Review: Pocket Casts – major update drags the app into the presentPocket CastsMajor update drags the app into the present

      Joe White
      December 11, 2018

    • Christmas Cards: how to design custom cards with MOLDIVChristmas CardsHow to design custom cards with MOLDIV

      Tom Rolfe
      December 11, 2018
    • 4.0

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

      Andy Price
      December 5, 2018
    • 3.5

      Review: Bookful – bring books to life with ARReview: BookfulBring books to life with AR

      Andy Price
      December 2, 2018

    • ARKit: one year on – six delightful augmented reality appsARKit: one year onSix delightful augmented reality apps

      Craig Grannell
      November 30, 2018
    • 5.0

      Review: HomeRun – Fire off HomeKit scenes from your wristHomeRun Fire off HomeKit scenes from your wrist

      Joe White
      November 28, 2018
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      Review: Golf Peaks - accomplished golfing puzzler

      Jon Mundy
      December 9, 2018
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      Review: Golf Peaks – accomplished golfing puzzlerGolf PeaksAccomplished Golfing Puzzler

      Jon Mundy
      December 9, 2018

    • CHUCHEL for iOS: charming comedy game from top studioCHUCHEL for iOSCharming comedy game from top studio

      Tom Rolfe
      November 29, 2018
    • 4.0

      Euclidean Skies – a mind-bending puzzle experienceEuclidean SkiesA mind-bending puzzle experience

      Jon Mundy
      November 27, 2018
    • 4.5

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

      Andy Price
      November 19, 2018

    • Free app alert! Letter trivia puzzle “Wordophile” now on saleFree app alert!Letter trivia puzzle "Wordophile" now on sale

      Tom Rolfe
      November 19, 2018

    • Cosmic Top Secret: we interview the creator of this incredible docu-gameCosmic Top SecretWe interview the creator of this incredible docu-game

      Tom Rolfe
      November 16, 2018
  • Tips & TricksHidden iOS essentials4 simple tips we couldn't live without
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    • Augmented Avatars: using Animoji/Memoji outside of Messages

      Tom Rolfe
      December 8, 2018
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    • Transfer playlists: switch between Apple Music and SpotifyTransfer playlistsSwitch between Apple Music and Spotify

      Tom Rolfe
      December 10, 2018

    • Augmented Avatars: using Animoji/Memoji outside of MessagesAugmented AvatarsUsing Animoji/Memoji outside of Messages

      Tom Rolfe
      December 8, 2018

    • Virtual Trackpad – move the text cursor with easeVirtual TrackpadMove the text cursor with ease

      Tom Rolfe
      December 7, 2018

    • Pages 101: Apple’s pint-sized word processorPages 101Apple's pint-sized word processor

      Joe White
      December 4, 2018

    • Stream via JustWatch: don’t search individual streaming appsStream via JustWatchDon't search individual streaming apps

      Andy Price
      November 28, 2018

    • Gmail Guide: 6 productivity hacks for Google MailGmail Guide6 productivity hacks for Google Mail

      Kenny Hemphill
      November 27, 2018
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Hidden iOS essentials: 4 simple tips we couldn’t live withoutHidden iOS essentials4 simple tips we couldn't live without

Tom Rolfe
August 28, 2018
Tips & Tricks
iPhones and iPads are often praised for how easy they are to use, but Apple's intuitive approach can sometimes...
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App Store stars: the most popular apps of all timeApp Store starsThe most popular apps of all time

Tom Rolfe
July 3, 2018
News
Almost ten years on from its inception, the App Store is now home to more than 2 million...
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iOS 11.4 released: AirPlay 2, iCloud Messages, and moreiOS 11.4 releasedAirPlay 2, iCloud Messages, and more

Tom Rolfe
May 30, 2018
News
Apple has released a big update to iOS 11 WWDC is right around the corner, but before Apple...
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Benefits of iOS: what do Android users miss most?Benefits of iOSWhat do Android users miss most?

Tom Rolfe
March 5, 2018
News
There are a whole bunch of reasons we think iPhones and iPads are better than competing devices. Privacy,...
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Home screen design: how do you like yours?Home screen designHow do you like yours?

Tom Rolfe
March 2, 2018
News
How's your Home screen? We'd guess you've made a few adjustments to yours: a custom wallpaper, perhaps, and a...
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Security comparison: iOS beats Android by a mileSecurity comparisoniOS beats Android by a mile

Tom Rolfe
March 1, 2018
News
A group of security experts has published a report on the global availability of security updates for smartphones, with...
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iOS 11.2.6: update fixes app-crashing bugiOS 11.2.6Update fixes app-crashing bug

Tom Rolfe
February 20, 2018
News
Apple has released a minor update to iOS 11 to fix a worrying glitch that's been doing the...
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Radical iOS changes: new iOS features to comeRadical iOS changesFeatures to expect in 2018

Tom Rolfe
February 12, 2018
News
For years now, Apple has been running a predictable software cycle for iPhone and iPad: each September, a...
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Battery Health: hands-on with upcoming iOS featuresBattery HealthHands-on with upcoming iOS features

Tom Rolfe
February 8, 2018
News
The repercussions of #iPhoneSlow rage on, with Apple gradually making amends for controversial power management features introduced last...
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Google replaces Bing as default search provider in Siri, Search inside iOS, and SpotlightSiri search changesGoogle replaces Bing as default provider

Andy Price
September 27, 2017
News
Considering the near ubiquity of Google search, some might be surprised to know that until now, Siri and...
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Apple struggles to locate & patch all exploits from CIA leakWikileaks updateApple struggling to patch all vulnerabilities

Andy Price
March 9, 2017
News
After the revelation that the CIA's cyber surveillance division may have allowed code made under its coalescence to reach unauthorized...
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Wikileaks CIA leaks already been patched in iOS, says AppleiOS Wikileaks updateApple makes statement

Andy Price
March 8, 2017
News
Following yesterday's revelation that unauthorized individuals probably have access to a whole cache of CIA documents that provides information...
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Wikileaks reveals CIA’s hacking unit with focus on iOS malwareCIA hacking unitFocus on iOS – but malware has already leaked

Andy Price
March 7, 2017
News
Wikileaks has published a series of documents – over 8,000 – that describe a dedicated unit within the...
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Facebook rolling out auto-playing videos (with sound) to its iOS app – here’s how to turn it offFacebook's new video featuresAdds autoplay video with sound – here's how to turn it off

Andy Price
February 15, 2017
News, Tips & Tricks
Facebook is rolling out new video playback features to its mobile iOS app, including auto-playing video with sound on users'...
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Apple releases iOS 10.2 – new TV app, new emojis + moreiOS 10.2 releasedWhat's in the new update

Andy Price
December 13, 2016
News
Apple has released the next iterative update of iOS 10. Those already using iOS 10 can now upgrade...
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iOS 10 adoption rate hits 63 percent, down on iOS 9 adoptioniOS 10 adoptionHits 63 percent

Andy Price
November 30, 2016
News
There were some big changes in iOS 10, the 'Slide to Unlock' feature disappeared, while long overdue updates...
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Apps Roundup – Aug 12, 2016Apps Roundup – Aug. 12Best new apps and games

Andy Price
August 13, 2016
Apps
Check out the new and notable apps we think you should be downloading this week. Dropbox Paper Price:...
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Price-drops! Best iPhone & iPad games on sale this weekend! (August 12, 2016)Price drops!Great games on sale or free right now

Andy Price
August 12, 2016
Games
Need something new to play this weekend? Try these games currently on sale. We took a look at...
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Price-drops! Best iPhone & iPad apps on sale this weekend! (August 12, 2016)Apps roundup – Aug. 12Best apps on sale or free right now

Andy Price
August 12, 2016
Apps
Looking for some new apps? Don’t want to pay full price? Well we’ve taken a look at the App...
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Apple releases iOS 9.3.3 for iPhone, iPad and iPod TouchiOS 9.3.3Apple releases iterative update

Andy Price
July 19, 2016
News
Apple has released an iterative update to its iOS 9 software. iOS 9.3.3 arrives ahead of iOS 10...
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  • Tech gift guide: ten great gift ideas for iPhone/iPad ownersTech gift guideTen great gift ideas for iPhone/iPad owners

    Tom Rolfe
    December 7, 2018
  • 4.0

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

    Andy Price
    December 5, 2018
  • 3.5

    Review: Bookful – bring books to life with ARReview: BookfulBring 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

    Review: TikTok – DIY viral videos storm the App StoreReview: TikTokDIY 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

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

    Craig Grannell
    October 26, 2018
  • 4.0

    Enlight Pixaloop – animate your still photosEnlight PixaloopAnimate your still photos

    Andy Price
    October 24, 2018

  • Apple Watch S4 Review: 14 days with the fourth-generation smartwatchApple Watch S4 reviewTwo weeks with the fourth-generation smartwatch

    Craig Grannell
    October 16, 2018

  • iPhone XS Max Review: 14 days with Apple’s new flagshipiPhone XS Max reviewTwo weeks with Apple's new flagship

    Craig Grannell
    October 16, 2018
  • 4.5

    Review: Night Sky – AR features bring the stars to lifeNight SkyAR features bring the stars to life

    Andy Price
    October 10, 2018
  • 4.0

    Review: Linea Go – an app for sketching, wherever you areLinea GoAn app for sketching, wherever you are

    Craig Grannell
    October 8, 2018

  • New iPhones: which one should I buy?New iPhonesWhich one should I buy?

    Tom Rolfe
    September 13, 2018
  • 4.0

    Review: Pacemaker – make music mixes with an AI DJPacemakerEasy AI DJ mixes

    Andy Price
    September 3, 2018
  • 4.5

    Review: LightX – all-in photo editor sports some powerful featuresLightXAll-in photo editor sports some powerful features

    Andy Price
    August 25, 2018
  • 3.5

    Drolf: draw your own golf courseDrolfDraw your own mini golf

    Andy Price
    August 6, 2018
  • 4.5

    Review: Werble – add some moving flourishes to your photosWerbleAdd some moving flourishes to your photos

    Andy Price
    July 24, 2018

  • 3-in-1 charging cable: get yourself a cheap multi-purpose charger3-in-1 charging cableGet yourself a cheap multi-purpose charger

    Tom Rolfe
    July 23, 2018
  • 4.5

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

    Andy Price
    July 1, 2018

  • App Store Anniversary: 10 iconic games of the past 10 yearsApp Store Anniversary10 iconic games of the past 10 years

    Craig Grannell
    June 28, 2018

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