August Garry

Newsletter Manager (& Real Human)

August Garry is the Newsletter Manager for iPhone Life. Formerly of Gartner and Software Advice, they have six years of experience writing about technology for everyday users, specializing in iPhones, HomePods, and Apple TV. As a former college writing instructor, they are passionate about effective, accessible communication, which is perhaps why they love helping readers master the strongest communication tools they have available: their iPhones. They have a degree in Russian Literature and Language from Reed College.

When they’re not writing for iPhone Life, they’re reading about maritime disasters, writing fiction, rock climbing, or walking their adorable dog, Moosh.

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Build Your Best Budget: YNAB vs Monarch Money

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Jul 24, 2025
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Quiz: How Many Devices from Yesteryear Did You Use?

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Apr 24, 2025
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Ditch Duolingo? Digital Language Learning Beyond the Bird

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Nov 14, 2024
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How to Use Auto Reply for Texts on iPhone

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Oct 22, 2024
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Your First Cellphone: True Stories of Cellphones Past

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Mar 14, 2024
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The History of the iPad—Every Generation of iPad in Order

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Mar 17, 2026
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Apple Watch Comparison: All Apple Watches in Order

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Oct 16, 2025
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Ghost in the iMachine: Spooky Tech Stories

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Oct 24, 2023
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Saved by the Apple Watch: Stories from Our Readers

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Aug 16, 2023
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Oops! Our Most Embarrassing Tech Stories

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Mar 27, 2023