The only magazine dedicated to iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch users.Each regular issue is chocked full of reviews of apps, accessories and Apple handhelds. It’s also loaded with tips and how-to’s, user profiles, business solutions, and more.
Over the years, I’ve learned that a principle of house hunting applies to Apple events too—don’t fall for the sizzle features. Our CEO David Averbach taught me this. Whether it’s a new home or an iPhone, he said, you should look for the features that will improve your quality of life, not just catch your attention. Last time I was in the market for a home, I remember falling in love with the marble fireplace and towel heating racks installed in every bathroom. After moving in, I rarely warmed towels or lit fires, but instead found long-term satisfaction in the soft-close cabinets in the kitchen that stopped me from banging doors and the multi-zone thermostat that kept the upstairs and downstairs temps just right. Apple’s releases work much in the…
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There’s a lot to love about Apple’s newest iPhone software update. iOS 16 offers an impressive Lock screen makeover, a seamless new way to share photos, exciting Messages and Mail app upgrades, and improvements to Focus features. While most of these features aren’t technologically groundbreaking (indeed, Android phones have had many for years), iOS 16 is focusing on bringing iPhone users what they want. Because of this, we’re eagerly awaiting its release in the fall. Give the people what they want! Apple will publicly release iOS 16 this fall, likely in mid-September. If you’re an early adopter, Apple offers a beta version of iOS 16 to the public starting in July. If you own an iPhone 8 or later, you will be able to run iOS 16, but certain accessibility…
With the next generation of iPhones right around the corner, rumors are flying about what we will and won’t see in this upcoming batch. This September, we’ll likely see the unveiling of new iPhone 14 models, and here’s what the rumors say we should expect from them. GOODBYE TO THE MINI, HELLO TO THE MAX Leading the rumor pack is the belief that the iPhone mini’s brief reign is coming to an end. We can still expect to get four new iPhone models in 2022, but low sales will likely replace the mini with an alternative. Instead, we may see a new model of iPhone debut: the iPhone 14 Max. The Max will be a bigger version of the entry-level iPhone 14, said to come with a 6.7-inch screen, compared…
When Apple announced the 2022 iPad Air, there was much excitement among the iPhone Life team. The addition of an M1 chip brought it almost equal to the current iPad Pro in terms of performance, while still flaunting a more affordable price tag. Several of our writers jumped on the opportunity and purchased one of their own, and now the reviews are in. “I got the new iPad Air in purple with the Apple Pencil 2. From my side, I can use it throughout the day for iPad-related articles and tips. For my kids, after work they can use it to play games, create art, listen to music, and watch their shows. The price is extremely affordable considering all the features that don’t differ dramatically from last year’s iPad Pro.”…
No matter if you’re a new or seasoned Apple user, there’s always more to learn about your devices. This year, we chose our categories based on maximum benefit to your lifestyle. Here are the best tips to get you playing, relaxing, and tackling every task. THE HIGHLIGHTS Work & Play Above all, we want our Apple devices to be comfortable spaces to relax and accomplish our goals. We’ve compiled the best Mac tips on how to be productive so you can stay in your flow (page 32) and customize your iPhone to best suit your needs (page 26). Apple Watch While most of our tips work on both the iPhone and iPad, the Apple Watch is a device of its own! Feature writer Olena Kagui put together the 10 best…
