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Join Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent for iOS Today, TWiT.tv's podcast for all things iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and more! From app reviews to helpful tips and tricks, from the latest news to the coolest accessories, Rosemary and Mikah will help you make the most of all your iOS devices. Submit your Apple device and shortcut queries through email at iOSToday@twit.tv or via TWiT's social media. You might hear your question answered on the show! You can join Club TWiT for $10 per month and get ad-free audio and video feeds for all our shows plus everything else the club offers...or get just this podcast ad-free for $5 per month.

New episodes every Thursday.

iOS Today (Audio)

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
 

Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv.
 

Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today
 

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iOS 782: App Store Awards: Apps - Winners for All Your Apple Devices!

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
 

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard
 

Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv.
 

Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today
 

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iOS 781: What & Where to Watch - Track Your Shows, Film Ratings, & What's Next

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
 

Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv.
 

Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today
 

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iOS 780: Accessibility Tools & Tips - Magnifer, Display Pulse Smoothing, Bookcase, & more

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
 

Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv.
 

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iOS 779: Holiday Planning - Apps for Stress-Free Preparation

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
 

Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv.
 

Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today
 

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Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

iOS 778: Nutrition Tracking - Food Logging on iOS Is Easier Than Ever

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
 

Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv.
 

Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today
 

Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit
 

Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

iOS 777: Apps for Parents - Reinforce Family Organization, Safety, & Chores

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
 

Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv.
 

Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today
 

Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit
 

Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

iOS 776: Apps for Little Learners - Apps That Spark Curiosity for Kids!

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
 

Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv.
 

Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today
 

Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit
 

Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

iOS 775: Utility Apps - Essential Digital Tools Every iPhone User Needs

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
 

Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv.
 

Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today
 

Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit
 

Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

iOS 774: Reading & Listening, (Audio) Book Apps - Make the Most of Your Digital Library

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
 

Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv.
 

Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today
 

Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit
 

Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

iOS 773: Podcast Apps for iOS - Must-Try Features for Savvy Listeners!

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