Using ‘Back Tap’ – a new way to control your deviceUsing 'Back Tap'A new way to control your device Jon Mundy December 26, 2021 Tips & TricksOne of the more understated features introduced with iOS 14 is the ability to input commands by physically... Read more
Custom creations – how to create custom widgets with LauncherCustom creationsHow to create custom widgets with Launcher Joe White May 10, 2021 Tips & TricksApple’s Home screen widgets are great. Here’s how to create some of your own. ... Read more
News bites – the stories you may have missedNews bitesThe stories you may have missed Jon Mundy October 9, 2020 NewsPlenty of Apple, iPhone, and iPad news gets released every single day – but we know you're busy,... Read more
4.0OLO Loco – multiplayer shuffleboard funOLO Loco Multiplayer shuffleboard fun Andy Price October 8, 2020 Dice & Board, Games, ReviewsFun, multi-player shuffleboard action Price: $4/£4 Version: 1.0.4 Size: 503 MB Platform: iPhone/iPad Developer: Rogue Games OLO... Read more
3.0NoteCircle – a new way to manage your weekNoteCircleA new way to manage your week Joe White October 8, 2020 Apps, ProductivityNoteCircle puts an interesting spin on task management. ... Read more
iPhone 12 Launch Event – Apple announces Oct 13 keynoteiPhone 12 Launch EventApple announces Oct 13 keynote Tom Rolfe October 7, 2020 NewsApple has revealed the date of its 2020 iPhone launch event: Tuesday, October 13. We've known for a... Read more
New Apple TV? – rumors it will double down on gamingNew Apple TV?Rumors it will double down on gaming Jon Mundy October 5, 2020 NewsThe next Apple TV will be a gaming powerhouse, according to recent internet rumours. Apple last updated its... Read more
Keep it in the family – Do kids really need an Apple Watch?Keep it in the familyDo kids really need an Apple Watch? Craig Grannell October 5, 2020 FeaturesApple’s cunning plan: hook you in for life My six-year-old has an Apple ID. This wasn’t planned. For... Read more
By the numbers – App Store grew by 31% last quarterBy the numbersApp Store grew by 31% last quarter Joe White October 3, 2020 NewsCoronavirus is thought to have helped App Store revenue boom. ... Read more
Welcome to #209 – a note from the editorWelcome to #209A note from the editor Tom Rolfe October 3, 2020 TapSmart AppsLast issue, we discussed all the new stuff Apple announced at its September event. Next issue, we'll be... Read more
4.5REC – take control of shooting videoREC Take control of shooting video Andy Price October 2, 2020 Apps, Photo & Video, ReviewsTake control of your video Price: $5/£5 Version: 1.1 Size: 6.3 MB Developer: LateNiteSoft 2020 Platform: iPhone / iPad REC There's... Read more
More from the App Store – great apps you might have missed [October 2 2020]More from the App StoreGreat apps you might have missed Jon Mundy October 2, 2020 AppsThousands of apps and games are added to the App Store each week, and trawling through them to... Read more
Picture perfect – Instagram is getting smarter messaging featuresPicture perfectInstagram is getting smarter messaging features Joe White October 1, 2020 NewsInstagram is becoming more than just a photo-sharing app. ... Read more
Ask an expert: trigger voicemail without alerting the callerAsk an expertTrigger voicemail without alerting the caller Craig Grannell September 30, 2020 Tips & TricksNo time to drop into the Apple Store and ask the Genius Bar for help with your iPhone... Read more
3.0Swordshot – sharp but repetitive one–button shooterSwordshotSharp but repetitive one-button shooter Jon Mundy September 30, 2020 Arcade, GamesDeveloper: Crescent Moon Games Price: $2/£2 Size: 565 MB Version: 1.02 Platform: iPhone & iPad Swordshot Swordshot has... Read more
Apple Watch Buyer’s Guide – choosing the best wearable in 2020Apple Watch Buyer's GuideChoosing the best wearable in 2020 Craig Grannell September 29, 2020 Features, HardwareSeries 6 of the best, Special Edition or back in time with Series 3? Once Jony Ive’s bling... Read more
iPhone 12 Mini – New name touted for smaller smartphoneiPhone 12 Mini New name touted for smaller smartphone Jon Mundy September 28, 2020 NewsThe forthcoming iPhone 12 could be set for a name change to reflect its compact dimensions. Get ready... Read more
Get creative – making custom app icons with ShortcutsGet creativeMaking custom app icons with Shortcuts Joe White January 9, 2020 Tips & TricksApple’s iOS has always been notoriously un-customizable, but thanks to the Shortcuts app, that’s no longer the case.... Read more