By Olena Kagui
Who remembers the early days of texting? Whether you had a Blackberry with a built-in keyboard or struggled through repeatedly tapping keys on your flip phone, texting has come a long way. Here's our roundup of the best iPhone messaging apps; check out these fun, easy, and safe ways to communicate today.
By Olena Kagui
Apple Pencil compatibility can be confusing since Apple has released four models of Apple Pencil and 37 different iPads. I’ll explain what iPads work with Apple Pencil Pro, Apple Pencil (USB-C), Apple Pencil (2nd generation), and Apple Pencil (1st generation). If you need help identifying your Apple Pencil or iPad, I’ll help with that too!
By Susan Misuraca
Apple debuted new supercharged iPads at its online 'Let Loose' event on May 7. From the AI-focused M4 chip to inky-black OLED displays to a haptic touch-enhanced Apple Pencil Pro, tune in to discover everything new from Apple.
By Susan Misuraca
In the 206th episode, David and Donna cover everything Apple announced at its surprise October event. Is a new M3 MacBook Pro or iMac for you?
By Susan Misuraca
In the 207th episode, David and Donna share the best smart home gear of the year. From smart locks, lights, and thermostats, to the best smart pet and kitchen gear, they uncover the gadgets most worth the investment.
By Susan Misuraca
In the 208th episode, Editorial Director Sarah Kingsbury joins Donna to share a behind-the-scenes look at our award winners at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. From health and fitness gear, to artificial intelligence and robotics, to mixed reality and self-driving cars, get a tour of the latest tech trends with Sarah!
By Susan Misuraca
David and Donna share their full report after working for a week with Apple’s new AR headset. From controlling the OS with your eyes, to capturing 3D video, to making an avatar that looks uncannily like you, learn the promise and the problems with the Apple Vision Pro. Other topics include the new 15-inch M3 MacBook Air, password management tips, and using iOS 17 to diagnose car trouble.
By Susan Misuraca
In episode 210, David and Donna cover all the rumored AI features coming to the iPhone with iOS 18, from auto-writing texts to summarizing articles in Safari. Other topics include Apple’s May 7 event, where they plan to debut the M4 iPad Pro and new haptic-powered Apple Pencil.
By Conner Carey
If you travel or do business internationally, you know how costly roaming charges are. If you are hoping to text other iPhone users, you already have a free text and calls app on your phone: Messages. There are also various third-party apps that allow for free international texting, no matter what phone model your recipient has.
By Susan Misuraca
The reviews are in! After a month with the iPhone 15 Pro Max, Donna and David are joined by iPhone Life’s founder Hal Goldstein to compare notes. They weigh in on the Action button, camera upgrades, USB-C, the new titanium shell, and more. What are the best and worst new features? Tune in to find out.
By Leanne Hays
You can get your new Apple Pencil (second generation), AirTags case, AirPods, and iPad engraved for free with letters, numbers, emoji, or a combination of all three. But is it a good idea to personalize your iPad or other Apple device? Let's go over the pros and cons of getting your Apple devices customized.
By Leanne Hays
By Belinda Sanmiguel
You bought an Apple product, how exciting! Perhaps you splurged on a new Apple Watch or received an iPad as a gift. But unfortunately, it might have arrived damaged or not have been what you expected. So, how do you return Apple products? Here's what you need to know about exchanging or returning Apple products.
By Olena Kagui
You've probably wondered if you can trade in AirPods or AirPods Pro, and the answer is "yes" followed by a really big "but." Sending your AirPods to Apple will ensure proper recycling, which is great for the planet, but it won't get you any trade-in credit. I'll explain why and how to do this, plus I'll give you some unusual money-saving alternative options.
By Susan Misuraca
In this week’s episode, David and Donna share all the apps, gear, and iPhone tips they’re using to plan their Thanksgiving feasts. They’ll also ease you into the weekend with shopping tips and tech gift guides for Black Friday.
By Susan Misuraca
In episode 204, David and Donna dig into everything Apple announced at its annual September event, from the iPhone 15 to the Apple Watch Series 9. Is it time to upgrade? Dave Hamilton from Mac Geek Gab joins the show to help you decide.
By Susan Misuraca
Tune in to hear Donna and David break down all the rumors for Apple’s annual September event, from the iPhone 15 to the Apple Watch Series 9 and beyond.
By Susan Misuraca
Wondering when you can download iOS 17? In episode 202 of the iPhone Life Podcast, Donna and Cullen share iOS 17 top features, release dates, and more, after a month of hands-on testing.
By Susan Misuraca
Will Apple release products this year at its June 5 Worldwide Developers Conference keynote? In our bicentennial episode, Donna and David discuss everything to expect, from a mixed reality headset, to a 15-inch MacBook Air, to all the software features of iOS 17 and beyond.
By Susan Misuraca
In episode 201, David and Donna unpack everything from Apple’s biggest announcement in years. Aside from the usual software features for the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and Apple Watch, Apple threw its hat in the ring with its first AR/VR headset, the Vision Pro, and released three new M2 Macs. Should you buy the new headset or wait? Is AR the future? Listen in and find out!
