iOS Today (Audio)

As iOS updates roll out new icons and smarter Siri voices, today's students are relying on apps that make studying more interactive, collaborative, and personal than ever! See how a fresh lineup of iOS and iPadOS apps could completely reshape your back-to-school routine.

Structured: Visual daily planner with focus and accessibility features

GoodNotes vs. Notability: Digital note-taking and annotation

Quizlet: Study aid, flashcard maker, and AI-powered practice tests

Otter: Group project meetings and lecture transcription made easy

Essayist: Academic writing and streamlined reference management

Duolingo: Gamified language learning for students (and Klingon fans)

Notes and organization skills as keys to academic success

News: iOS 27 updates, Siri voices, search improvements, better battery life

App Caps: Moonlitt and Sunlitt for moon and sun tracking, CGP Grey video picks

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Get the details from Mikah and Rosemary on which AI apps stand out for real-world tasks, where system integration blows open new possibilities, and why a truly local, on-device AI might finally justify the hype.

Siri's AI upgrades spark frustrations, unpredictability, and deeper device integration

Comparing ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, and Gemini apps on iOS

Solaire AI brings free offline local AI to iPhone

News: App tracking transparency changes prompt regulatory scrutiny in Germany, and Sonos adds live activities with real-time playback status

App Caps: 8BitDo Flip Pad for gaming and MOFT Snap Tablet Stand for iPad

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Fed up with groggy wake-ups and noisy notifications? Discover how automating Focus modes and Shortcuts can totally transform your nights and mornings using clever iOS tricks.

Built-in sleep tracking features on iOS and Apple Watch explained

Setting sleep goals, schedules, and using Sleep Focus mode

How to customize Focus modes for a better sleep environment

Allowing exceptions and adjusting notifications during Sleep Focus

Screen, home, and lock screen customizations for sleep time

Insights into Apple's sleep score metrics and calculation

Apple Watch features: sleep apnea and breathing disturbance notifications

Third-party sleep tracking app recommendations and comparisons

Shortcuts Corner: automating sleep and wake routines with iOS Shortcuts

App Cap: Pelican waterproof floating phone pouch for outdoor adventures (https://amzn.to/4ws5KF5 affiliate link)

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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From tide tracking that saves your beach day to instant wildfire warnings that beat government alerts, this episode spotlights the apps that truly have your back during summertime outings.

Using iOS Photos app for editing, sharing, and managing albums

Editing summer videos in Photos and iMovie, including Magic Movie feature

Watch Duty Wildfire and Floods app for live fire and emergency alerts

Sky Guide app brings AR stargazing and celestial event notifications

My Tide Times app helps plan beach visits with tide, sun, and moon info

AllTrails app guides summer hikes with maps, filters, and community data

CARROT Weather app delivers customizable alerts for sun, storms, and air quality

Sun Seeker app helps track sun position for outdoor planning and photography

App Caps: RNI Films for film-like photo edits and Parcel for package tracking

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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If you care about leveling up your reading life, don't miss this deep dive into the most powerful and lesser-known iOS apps that turn your device into a book-lover's playground. Discover why your iPhone might just be the ultimate reading companion, from audiobooks to custom libraries and beyond.

Apple Books app features, usability, audiobooks, and reading goals

Refining ebook library organization, user guides, and personal reading habits

Customizing reading experience: themes, fonts, line guides, and accessibility

Apple Books for audiobooks versus dedicated apps like Audible

Audible app exploration: usage stats, features, series tracking, and purchase changes

Prologue app connects to the Plex library for personal audiobook streaming

Spotify for audiobooks and comparison with Audible exclusives

Storygraph tracks reading progress and integrates with Kobo eReaders

Libby app for digital library borrowing of ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines

App Caps: Make-roscope keychain microscope

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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