The iPhone Life Podcast

As the new school year draws near, members of the iPhone Life team share tech gear and deals for students, as well as talk with high school English teacher Kevin Hosbond about how his students use iPhones and iPads in the classroom. Other topics include rumors of a dual camera and pressure-sensitive Home button in the iPhone 7. 

In the 37th episode, members of the iPhone Life team share their best outdoor adventure gear, apps, and tips for your next camping trip or hike. They'll also update you on the new features (and bugs!) in iOS 10 Beta 2 and give you a rundown of all the latest rumors surrounding the forthcoming iPhone 7. 

In the 36th episode, listen along as members of the iPhone Life team share their experiences with the iOS 10 public beta and give advice on whether or not to install the test software on your own device. They'll also explore the hype surrounding Nintendo's new augmented reality game Pokémon Go and why this year's Amazon Prime Day beats last year's by a mile.

In the 35th episode, members of the iPhone Life team share their strategies for staying productive in the age of smartphones, as well as their favorite apps and gear for work. Other topics include rumors of an iPhone 7 Pro, keyboard tips, and the ongoing saga of Sarah's Apple Watch.

In the 34th episode, the iPhone Life team discusses the highlights of Apple's new iOS 10, tvOS 2, and watchOS 3 announced during the Worldwide Developers Conferenece keynote June 13. They'll also teach you to set up Out of Office replies for your emails and texts for that much-needed vacation and equip you with email strategies so you can finally achieve inbox zero.

In the 33rd episode, the iPhone Life team delves into everything you can expect Apple to release at the upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference commencing June 13. They'll also discuss Apple's iPhone upgrade cycle, recipe apps, and a study by US National Toxicology Program suggesting a link between cell phone use and cancer. 

In the 32nd episode, the iPhone Life team discusses battery saving tips, battery sucking apps, and chargers and battery cases. Other topics include leaked iPhone 7 images, Apple's latest China investment, and Siri tips. 

In the 31st episode of the iPhone Life podcast, listen in for expert advice on iPhone security from world-renowned cryptographer Bruce Schneier. Other topics include Apple's first decline in revenue in 13 years, how to listen to Beyoncé's visual album Lemonade on music-streaming service Tidal, as well as how to keep your text messages safe from prying eyes. 

In the 29th episode the iPhone Life team interviews associate professor Ana-Paula Correia from Iowa State University on Nomophobia, i.e., No Mobile Phone Phobia. Other topics include how to password protect Notes, apps for photo sharing, and iCloud backup.

Here is the Nomophobia questionnaire Correia developed, so you can assess your levels of Nomophobia at home!

Instructions:

For each of the questionnaire statements listed below, you need to indicate how much you agree or disagree with each statement in relation to your smartphone. Answer on a scale of 1 to 7 (1 being strongly disagree and 7, strongly agree). When you're done, total your score by adding the numbers: the higher the number, the more severe your nomophobia.

Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with each statement in relation to your smartphone.

1. I would feel uncomfortable without constant access to information through my smartphone.
2. I would be annoyed if I could not look information up on my smartphone when I wanted to do so.
3. Being unable to get the news (e.g., happenings, weather, etc.) on my smartphone would make me nervous.
4. I would be annoyed if I could not use my smartphone and/or its capabilities when I wanted to do so.
5. Running out of battery in my smartphone would scare me.
6. If I were to run out of credits or hit my monthly data limit, I would panic.
7. If I did not have a data signal or could not connect to Wi-Fi, then I would constantly check to see if I had a signal or could find a Wi-Fi network.
8. If I could not use my smartphone, I would be afraid of getting stranded somewhere.
9. If I could not check my smartphone for a while, I would feel a desire to check it.

If I did not have my smartphone with me . . .

1. I would feel anxious because I could not instantly communicate with my family and/or friends.
2. I would be worried because my family and/or friends could not reach me.
3. I would feel nervous because I would not be able to receive text messages and calls.
4. I would be anxious because I could not keep in touch with my family and/or friends.
5. I would be nervous because I could not know if someone had tried to get a hold of me.
6. I would feel anxious because my constant connection to my family and friends would be broken.
7. I would be nervous because I would be disconnected from my online identity.
8. I would be uncomfortable because I could not stay up-to-date with social media and online networks.
9. I would feel awkward because I could not check my notifications for updates from my connections and online networks.
10. I would feel anxious because I could not check my email messages.
11. I would feel weird because I would not know what to do.

In the 28th episode, the iPhone Life team discusses the Apple Spring Announcement, including the iPhone SE, 9.7-inch iPad Pro, and iOS 9.3. Other topics include how to watch March Madness on your Apple TV, make quick calculations on your iPhone, and decide if Snapchat is for you.

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In the 27th episode, the iPhone Life team talks to a law professor to better understand the ongoing Apple vs. The FBI case. Other topics include: the upcoming Apple announcement, the Find My Friends app, and smart appliances for the home. 

In the 26th episode, the team discusses Apple's ongoing standoff with the FBI. Other topics include Facebook's new "reactions," the Oscars on Your Apple TV, how to set your personal voicemail, and why we're switching to a biweekly podcast schedule.

In the 25th episode, the iPhone Life team talks about the pros and cons of cutting the cord and replacing cable or satellite TV with an Apple TV,  as well as which apps offer the best viewing options. Other topics include how to free up storage space on an iPad or iPhone, what the earthquake in Taiwan means for iPhone 7 chip production, and why you should pay for your music streaming service.

In the 24th episode, the iPhone Life team is joined by long-time iPhone Life contributor, Mike Riley, to talk about the iPad's role in creating and performing music and the best apps and gear for getting started. Other topics include Error 53, which is reportedly bricking iPhones that have been repaired by third parties, and Tim Cook's Super Bowl twitter blunder. Plus, the iPhone Life kids weigh in on their parents' tech rules.

In the iPhone Life Podcast's 23rd episode, the iPhone Life team is joined by teacher and designer Michael Cook to discuss the importance of teaching kids to code and what role tech can play in education. Other topics include Google surpassing Apple as the most valuable company in the world, March Apple Announcement rumors, and how to use Family Sharing to nag family members via your iPhone.

In the 22nd episode, the iPhone Life team discusses what Apple's flat iPhone sales and dismal Q2 projections actually mean. Other topics include rumored features of the four-inch iPhone, Spotify's coming entry into the video-streaming game, and how to make it so you never have to log in to anything, ever again!

In the 20th episode, the iPhone Life team tackles the difficult dynamics of parenting in the mobile age. Other topics include experiences with tap and wait gaming, evolving iPhone 5e rumors, and some exciting features that will soon be delivered in iOS 9.3.