Today’s Apple announcement was hardly a surprise for most Apple enthusiasts. Leaks of the three new iPhone specifications and new Series 4 Apple Watch were accurately disclosed weeks before. However, there was no sign of the new iPads, AirPods, and elusive StudioPod that Apple was rumored to release.
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iOS 12: When Should I Update My iPhone & iPad?
By Tamlin Day
Apple's September announcement has come and gone, and that means it's time to get ready for iOS 12. Whether you are upgrading your iPhone to an XS Max or sticking with your trusty 6s, you'll want to update your iOS as soon as possible. Read on to find out what we learned in today's announcement about when to update your iOS so that you can stay ahead of the iPhone curve.
The wait is finally over. After months of rumors and speculation, Apple has revealed the newest iPhone models shipping later this year; and oh boy, we can't wait to see them in person. Apple confirmed some of our hopes (and fulfilled a few wishes I didn't know I had). Read on to learn the specs, pricing, pre-order and shipping dates, and coolest features of the three newest members of the iPhone family.
What to Expect from Apple's Sept. 12 iPhone Announcement: New iPhones, Apple Watch Series 4, AirPods 2 & Studio Pods
By Leanne Hays
Apple just sent out press invitations for the annual September event, so we now have an official date to look forward to; the action starts at 10 a.m. PT on Wednesday, September 12, at the Steve Jobs Theater in Cupertino, California. We've been anticipating this day, and the device announcements that will come with it, for months, so let's go over all the hints, rumors, and educated guesses about potential new products Apple might announce, including new iPhones, the Apple Watch Series 4, AirPods 2, and StudioPods.
The media invites have been sent for Apple's 2018 September iPhone announcement, and we have an official date. Call in to work, set up your internet connection, check your favorite time zone converter, and buckle in for Wednesday, September 12, at 10 a.m. P.T.
What to Expect from Apple's September iPhone Launch
By Sarah Kingsbury
In the 91st episode, the iPhone Life team unpacks the latest blast of rumors as Apple's fall iPhone event quickly approaches. Tune in to learn when the September product launch will take place and how you can follow it. Plus, get the details on the three new iPhones we expect Apple to release, iPad Pro with Face ID, an upgrade to the Apple Watch line, and the likelihood of the AirPods 2 arriving this year.
Best & Worst Features of iOS 12
By Sarah Kingsbury
In the 89th episode of the iPhone Life Podcast, members of the team share the best and worst features of iOS 12 after testing the beta software on their iPhones and iPads. You'll also discover the charging dock, smart water bottle, and rugged case you need this summer.
What Comes After iPhone X? Product Rumors for Apple’s Next Event
By Sarah Kingsbury
This is the episode every Apple fanboy and fangirl should listen to in preparation for Apple's fall event! Members of the iPhone Life team will cover all the latest product rumors leading up to September. Find out what Apple will call the next generation of iPhones following the iPhone X and iPhone 8, get the details on new iPad Pros with Face ID, and learn why the Series 4 Apple Watch models will likely sport larger displays. The team will also discuss AirPod, AirPower, and Mac rumors as well as likely release dates and prices.
Summer Tech: iPhone Apps & Gear for Warm-Weather Adventures
By Sarah Kingsbury
In the 87th episode, discover the best apps and gear for summertime, from a mini waterproof Bluetooth speaker to the American Red Cross apps that will help keep you safe during your outdoor adventures. Also, David shares how to set up your Nest thermostat to save the most money on utilities during summer, Donna teaches you how to create an Apple ID (and when you really shouldn't), and Sarah explains how to make the best use of your iPhone's Home screen real estate.
Top (Useful!) Hidden Features on iPhone Workshop
By Conner Carey
If you weren’t able to tune in live or if you’d like to watch it again, here’s the workshop video for Top (Useful!) Hidden Features on iPhone. This workshop’s goal is to reveal useful features you likely aren’t aware of on your device and show you how to use them. Thank you to everyone who joined us and all of you who watch it now. This has been the best workshop so far; Donna and I had a blast with you all. Plus, we had over 400 of you join us live! So again, thank you! Learn more on what we covered and watch the full replay below.
Should You Download iOS 12 Public Beta on Your iPhone?
By Sarah Kingsbury
In the 86th episode, the iPhone Life team tells you everything you need to know about Apple's iOS 12 Public Beta program and whether or not you should join it. Listen is as Donna walks you through the process of preparing your device and signing up, and learn the reasons why David is waiting for the official release and and why Sarah says the Beta is worth going for.
Everything You Need to Know about watchOS 5: Release Date, Compatibility, Top Features & More
By Sarah Kingsbury
The wait is over, and we finally know which watchOS 5 features were just rumors and which features we can look forward to enjoying later this year. Apple spent far more time highlighting the features of iOS 12 and mac OS Mojave than it did showing off the upcoming watchOS 5 update during the WWDC 2018 Keynote on June 4. Even so, there are enough cool new features to make most Apple Watch fans happy. And there are a lot of fans; Apple Watch adoption also grew by a whopping 60 percent in the last year, likely thanks to the introduction of a cellular model. Here's everything you need to know about the next iteration of watchOS, from the watchOS 5 release date, to which Apple Watch models will be able to run watchOS 5, and which features you should be most excited about.
WWDC 2018 Recap: iOS 12, watchOS 5, tvOS 12 & macOS Mojave
By Sarah Kingsbury
In this live recording of the 85th episode of the iPhone Life Podcast, Sarah, Donna, and David sit down to analyze everything Apple announced at today's Worldwide Developers Conference. They analyze the event and explain all the coolest features of the forthcoming iOS 12, tvOS 12, macOS Mojave, watchOS 5, and more.
The Worldwide Developer Conference is only just beginning, but Apple’s annual summer keynote has concluded. We’ll take a look at everything Apple announced at its 2018 WWDC keynote; and this year, it’s all software. As expected, iOS 12 focuses on stability and performance; but Apple made quite a few other surprise announcements regarding the new iOS. During the keynote, Apple also announced its new watchOS 5, tvOS 12, and macOS Mojave. We’ll look at all the new features of the software below. Everything Apple announced will be arriving later this fall, but you can learn more about all the new things to look forward to below.
WWDC 2018: macOS Mojave Highlights & Release Dates
By Mike Riley
Apple announced macOS 10.14, the next major update to its Mac operating system, today during the WWDC 2018 Keynote. In doing so, the company has left the mountains behind and headed for the desert. Specifically, the desert at night. macOS Mojave's most visually striking new feature, called Dark Mode, is the ability to alter the user interface to adopt a night theme. Doing so envelopes the interface with a dark theme ideal for creative professionals and developers who prefer dark backgrounds to edit images and write code. It also appeals to users who want the reverse of the bright, light backgrounds and interface elements that the original OSX has been known for since its inception. Other exciting new updates include new ways to organize the Desktop, use FaceTime, and more.