The App Store Awards are in, and this year's breakout games are shaking up what we expect on iOS, iPad, and even Apple Vision Pro. See which titles are worthy of the hype, who's pushing boundaries, and why the winners really matter for Apple device owners.

• Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Wins iPhone Game of the Year
• Dredge Named iPad Game of the Year: Sinister Fishing Adventure
• Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition Takes Mac Game of the Year
• Apple Vision Pro Game Spotlight: Portals and Puzzle-Solving in Porta Newbie
• What the Clash Tops Apple Arcade Picks for Multiplayer Fun
• Cultural Impact Winners: Art of Fauna, Chants of Senar, Despalote
• iFixit Launches FixBot App for DIY Repairs and Battery Tracking
• Shortcuts Corner: How to Backup and Restore Apple Shortcuts

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Apple shook up its device family with new models this past year, but not all the changes were obvious. If you missed these pair of episodes, find out what actually made the 2025 Apple Watch and iPhone lineup different—and why picking the wrong one could mean missing out on must-have features (or overpaying for ones you'll never use).

Host: Mikah Sargent

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This year's App Store Awards are shaking things up, spotlighting indie apps and clever tools for neurodivergent users, rather than corporate giants. Mikah and Rosemary break down which surprising winners deserve a spot on your home screen.

• Timo: Neurodivergent-friendly AI planner wins iPhone App of the Year
• Detail: Auto-editing video app takes iPad App of the Year
• Essayist: Citation-powered writing app honored for Mac
• Explore POV: Immersive video app wins Apple Vision Pro App of the Year
• Strava: Fitness tracking app crowned Apple Watch App of the Year
• HBO Max: Redesigned streaming app lands Apple TV App of the Year
• Cultural Impact Awards: Be My Eyes, Focus Friend, Storygraph recognized
• News: Apple leadership shakeups as key execs retire and Apple Fitness+ expands to 28 new markets
• Shortcuts Corner: Automating HomeKit switch notifications and safety cutoffs

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Tired of losing track of shows or playing hide-and-seek with your next binge-watch? Discover unexpected tricks, overlooked apps, and candid talk about making sense of the ever-messy world of streaming from the comfort of your Apple device.

• Tracking what you watch using Apple TV's Up Next queue
• Apple TV integration tips, Netflix limitations, and notification quirks
• iPhone vs. iPad vs. Mac Apple TV app differences and channel management
• Using JustWatch to find where content is streaming
• Sharing watch lists and managing subscriptions in JustWatch
• Pros and cons of digital media purchases versus streaming
• The rise of Letterboxd for movie tracking, reviews, and social sharing
• Trakt for custom watchlists, Plex integration, and episode calendars
• Apple TV "Insight" feature compared to Amazon X-Ray for cast and music info
• Tips for finding movies across services as content moves
• Feedback segment: Transloader app utility for Mac downloads
• App Caps: SwitchBot candle warmer and Festivitas Mac/iOS decoration app

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Discover unexpected ways Apple's accessibility features can make any iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch easier to use, whether you need extra-large text at bedtime or want an edge with hands-free controls. Find out how these settings quietly power mainstream features and solve problems you didn't know had solutions!

• Reduce White Point and night-time usability tips
• Display and text size customization for comfort and legibility
• Magnifier, Zoom, and hover text make small details readable
• Color filters and PWM toggle for migraines and color blindness
• Accessibility for temporary or situational needs (not just disability)
• Using pointer devices, sign language support, and Control Center options
• Voice control features — set custom commands and hands-free solutions
• Fine-tuning button and touch sensitivity for Apple devices
• Astropad Bookcase: physical accessory for easier phone handling
• Troubleshooting wireless CarPlay connection issues after iOS updates
• App Caps: Art of Fauna: Cozy Puzzles is a chill animal puzzle game with neat artwork!

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Ready to ditch holiday stress? Discover the relatively new Apple Invites app and cutting-edge planning tools that could change how you host, organize, and celebrate with friends and family this season.

• Apple Invites app demo: shared photos, playlists, and event updates
• Partiful vs. Apple Invites: choosing invite apps friends actually use
• Shared reminders and sections: holiday shopping and planning hacks
• OmniOutliner for meal prep and complex holiday schedules, plus AI outlines
• Favorite recipe apps: Paprika vs. Crouton for Thanksgiving cooking
• Secret Santa gift exchanges made easy with Elfster app features
• News: Apple launches $150 iPhone Pocket fashion accessory. New Apple hardware updates: iPad Pro, 14" MacBook Pro, Vision Pro M5
• App Caps: Torras Mini MagSafe battery pack and Locket Widget social app

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Running out of meal ideas or tired of over-complicated food logging? This episode showcases smart, lesser-known nutrition tools and creative ways to track what you eat, based on real-life experiences and some honest app talk.

• FoodNoms highlighted for privacy-focused nutrition tracking and Apple Health integration
• MyFitnessPal offers a massive database and wide third-party integrations despite privacy trade-offs
• Carb Manager recommended for keto diets and fitness-linked nutrition tracking
• Using Apple's Journal app for food, meal, and recipe documentation
• News: iOS 26.1 introduces background photo upload for third-party backup apps
• Feedback: iPhone textile cases and cleaning experiences
• App Caps: Ugreen and Anker multiport chargers reviewed for tech convenience

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Learn about the top iOS apps that help organize tedious household tasks on schedule while turning family coordination into something fair and fun. Plus, Life360's advanced tracking features give parents convenient insight into their kids' whereabouts and driving habits!

• Life360 app features for family and pet tracking, privacy tips
• Sweepy app helps divide, gamify, and organize home chores
• Maple Family Organizer streamlines family calendars, projects, and emails
• Under My Roof app for tracking home inventory and moving logistics
• Fridge Buddy app manages pantry and fridge supplies, tracks expiration dates
• News: Rumors on upcoming pro creative apps for iPad surfaced in code
• Shortcuts Corner: AssistiveTouch troubleshooting and shortcut trigger options
• Mikah's App Cap: CleanMyPhone is a free and paid photo cleaner apps for decluttering
• Rosemary's App Cap: Slider Photo Cleaner is a free swipe-to-delete photo tool

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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