We use our iPhones & iPads for serious business, but sometimes it's nice to take a break. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some fun and silly games for the times when you just need to zone out.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent guide viewers through the ins and outs of the Apple News app on iOS devices. They explore the differences between the free version and the subscription-based Apple News Plus, offering insights on how to tailor the news feed to suit one's preferences. Plus, useful tips on managing content, understanding editorial curation, and utilizing the 'More' button to enhance the reading experience.

And if you're an Apple Music fan curious about connecting with Spotify users, stick around as Rosemary crafts a shortcut to convert and share song links seamlessly between platforms.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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In this exciting episode of iOS Today, Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard embark on a thrilling adventure, exploring a range of iOS apps and features designed to enhance your outdoor experiences. From hiking trails and pollen forecasts to offline maps and home security, they cover it all. Join them as they share their top picks and dive into the world of iOS shortcuts to help you make the most of your devices.

• AllTrails: A popular app for finding nearby trails, with filters for distance, difficulty, and attractions. It offers trail information, photos, and offline downloads for Plus subscribers.
• OS Maps by Ordnance Survey: Great Britain's official mapping app, providing offline access to maps, routes, and public transport information. It also integrates with CarPlay for easy navigation.
• First Aid by American Red Cross: A free app offering a comprehensive guide to administering first aid in various situations, with quizzes and training classes available.
• Guru Maps & Navigation Offline: An offline map app that allows users to download maps for cities and regions worldwide, ensuring access to navigation even without an internet connection.
• My Pollen Forecast Pro: An app that provides local pollen forecasts, helping users track allergens and potential triggers. It offers a companion Apple Watch app for on-the-go information.
• National Trust - Days Out App: A UK-specific app that helps users discover events and historical sites managed by the National Trust organization.

Shortcuts Corner:

• Ron's request for a shortcut to adjust alarm volume or output based on whether he's wearing earbuds. Rosemary suggests using the sleep alarm feature or creating an automation to play a song on a HomePod when the alarm goes off.
• Steve's request for a way to manage notifications from home sensors during bedtime to monitor an elderly family member with dementia. Rosemary advises setting up activity notifications for specific sensors within the Home app.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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What do you do when you don't have WiFi or cellular service? Mikah Sargent and guest host Dan Moren share some tips, tricks, and apps that will work when you're using your iPhone offline.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Dan Moren

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Spring has fully sprung and that means it's time for Spring Cleaning! Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some of their favorite tips, tricks, and apps to help you clean up your Apple devices and make room for new photos, music, files, and more!

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Apple's operating systems are filled to the brim with accessibility affordances, features, and technology. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some of the accessibility features you can use on your iPhone, iPad, or other Apple device.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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If you're looking to take a trip, these apps for iPhone and iPad can help you plan and complete your trip with ease. Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some of their favorite apps for travel management, flight tracking, packing, and more.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Leo & Mikah help you with your homework.

• Back to school: Noteshelf, Microsoft Math Solver, WolframAlpha, Babbel - Language Learning, Desmos Graphing Calculator, Cozi Family Organizer, PhotoStudy
• News: Flexibits introduces a new subscription: Fantastical Premium for Families. Google Maps returns to Apple Watch and joins CarPlay Dashboard. Apple releases the watchOS 7 Public Beta. Setapp comes to iOS. The MTA asks Apple to improve Face ID unlock with face coverings.
• Listener feedback: Rotation lock on iOS, nerds vs. geeks vs. dorks, and accidental touches on Apple Watch.
• Mikah's App Cap: Thwip
• Leo's App Cap: Microsoft Family Safety

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

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