Episodes

  • iOS 778: Nutrition Tracking - Food Logging on iOS Is Easier Than Ever
    Nov 13 2025

    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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    40 mins
  • iOS 777: Apps for Parents - Reinforce Family Organization, Safety, & Chores
    Nov 6 2025

    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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    46 mins
  • iOS 776: Apps for Little Learners - Apps That Spark Curiosity for Kids!
    Oct 30 2025

    What if your child's screen time could actually boost creativity, math skills, and problem-solving, all with the right app? Check out the latest apps turning iPads into playgrounds and classrooms for little learners, with hands-on demos you can watch!

    • Khan Academy Kids - Offline educational features
    • Funexpected Math - Interactive audio math games for kids
    • Thinkrolls Kings and Queens - Puzzle logic and problem-solving for children
    • MarcoPolo Ocean & Arctic apps - Free ocean and Arctic exploration
    • Importance of local teacher and App Store recommendations for kids' learning apps
    • Feedback: Managing energy, not just time, with Structured app
    • App Caps: Troubleshooting CarPlay with new wireless adapter fix

    Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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    29 mins
  • iOS 775: Utility Apps - Essential Digital Tools Every iPhone User Needs
    Oct 23 2025

    Wondering how to turn your iPhone into the ultimate utility tool? This episode reveals under-the-radar apps and clever tricks that transform everyday tasks, from scanning bizarre-shaped books to hijacking your iPhone camera as a pro-level Mac webcam.

    • Using iPhone as a webcam for Mac with Camo and Continuity Camera
    • Simple Scan app for digitizing documents and OCR on iOS
    • Quick note-taking and text automation using Drafts app
    • Network device discovery with the Discovery app for iOS and Mac
    • Transloader app for remote Mac downloads from your iPhone
    • News: Apple sunsets Clips social video app, replacement options suggested
    • Feedback: Apple Watch Ultra size and user preferences
    • Shortcuts Corner: Apple Intelligence shortcut fails on Apple Watch, troubleshooting advice
    • App Caps: Theraview ADHD medication tracker and Terraforming Mars digital board game

    Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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    51 mins
  • iOS 774: Reading & Listening, (Audio) Book Apps - Make the Most of Your Digital Library
    Oct 16 2025

    Discover the latest book and audiobook apps that let you read, listen, and even borrow digital titles for free! From surprise updates to hidden features inside Apple Books, Kindle, Kobo, and more, get the essential scoop on what's changing for readers on iPhone.

    • Deep dive on Apple Books: features, store, audiobooks, customization
    • Kobo ecosystem: devices, app, syncing, Kobo Plus, unified reading/listening
    • Kindle and Audible: app experience, syncing, subscriptions, accessibility options
    • Libby library app: digital books, audiobooks, local library access, features
    • News: iOS 26.0.1 bug fixes and updates
    • Feedback: iPhone Air impressions, camera concerns, battery experience
    • Shortcuts Corner: Attention Aware and notification automation limitations
    • App Caps: Reverse Audio and Threes+ Apple Arcade game

    Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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    43 mins
  • iOS 773: Podcast Apps for iOS - Must-Try Features for Savvy Listeners!
    Oct 9 2025

    Can your podcast app create shareable audio clips, skip silence with AI, or manage meds with just your voice? Dive into a hands-on comparison of Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Pocket Casts, and Downcast with the features that actually matter.

    • Deep dive on Apple Podcasts app features, transcripts, and syncing
    • Overcast's unique tools: smart speed, voice boost, personalized playback, and clip sharing
    • Pocket Casts overview: recommendations, playback customization, audio bookmarks, and listening stats
    • Downcast is a minimalist, video-supporting podcast downloader with Chromecast
    • News: Apple's new Foundation Models framework brings on-device AI to apps. Apple highlights apps leveraging Foundation Models for health, fitness, journaling, and content creation
    • Shortcuts Corner: Logging medications with Siri and Capsule, Apple Health limitations
    • App Caps: Incase AirPods lanyard & the Apple Sports app for live game updates

    Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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    50 mins
  • iOS 772: Choosing a New Apple Watch - Series 11 vs. SE 3 vs. Ultra 3 Compared
    Oct 2 2025

    Confused by Apple's ever-expanding Watch lineup? Mikah and Rosemary cut through the specs and hype to help you decide which Apple Watch (SE 3, Series 11, or Ultra 3) is actually worth your money! Get honest advice about brightness, battery, bands, and who should actually skip this year's upgrade

    • Apple's latest Apple Watch lineup explained: SE 3, Series 11, Ultra 3
    • Key Apple Watch features: displays, sensors, health tracking compared
    • Choosing the right case size and reusing Apple Watch bands
    • Pricing and material differences across Apple Watch models
    • Always-On displays, chip parity, and precision finding detailed
    • Health features: ECG, hypertension, blood oxygen—who needs which model?
    • Battery life breakdown for SE3, Series 11, Ultra 3, and what "all day" means
    • SE3 vs. Series 11: What features justify upgrading?
    • Ultra 3 advantages: screen size, battery, ruggedness, satellite SOS, diving
    • Sizing issues with Ultra 3 for smaller wrists
    • Upgrade recommendations: who should buy which Apple Watch?
    • Feedback: iPhone battery life obsession and deep power-saving tips
    • Troubleshooting group iMessage notification bugs with multiple devices
    • App Caps: Cassette Home Video Player app brings VHS nostalgia to iPhone

    Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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    47 mins
  • iOS 771: Hands On With the New iPhone - Why iPhone 17 Pro Feels Cooler (and Not Just the Looks)
    Sep 25 2025

    Mikah and Rosemary share candid reactions to Apple's latest iPhone, revealing why features like the vapor cooling, revamped cameras, and an unexpectedly handy crossbody strap might change how you use your phone day to day.

    • Hands-on experiences with iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max and launch day delivery
    • Setup process: phone-to-phone transfer vs iCloud and USB-C cable speeds
    • Cooler operation, aluminum unibody, and vapor cooling
    • 48MP sensors, 8x optical zoom, and new selfie features
    • Camera and action button: usability, custom settings, and accessibility tricks
    • Crossbody strap and tech woven case: practicality, design, and user reactions
    • Accessory talk: screen protectors, AirPods Pro 3, and lanyard compatibility
    • Performance bumps: chip responsiveness, battery life, wifi 7 first impressions
    • Color and model picks: regrets, capacity choices, and Air vs. Pro Max debate
    • News: Apple Restore Fund is investing in California redwoods for carbon removal
    • Feedback segment: integrating task management with calendar apps
    • App Caps: Apple TechWoven case and Spigen glass screen protectors

    Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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    53 mins