Thanksgiving Apps, Tech Gifts & Black Friday Tips

By Susan Misuraca Updated 11/28/2023

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.

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Thanksgiving apps, gear, tips referred to in this episode:

New York Times Cooking ($4.99/month)
America’s Test Kitchen ($9.99/month)
Youtube TV
Tasty: Recipes, Cooking Videos (Free)
Sling TV
Joby GorillaPod Tripod (Starting at $20.99)
YouTube Fireplace 10 hour HD
Molly Baz Club ($5/month)
How to Take Selfies Using Your Apple Watch
PayPal Honey: Coupons, Rewards (Free)
Shop: all your favorite brands (Free)

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Susan Misuraca

Susan Misuraca is a Content & Customer Support Specialist at iPhone Life. She loves putting her 8 years of customer service to use setting customers at ease, listening to their needs, and finding effective solutions to their issues. In her free time, Susan brings that same passion for providing an exceptional customer experience to Noble House, the kava bar she runs with her husband Brian in Fairfield, Iowa. Susan is a devoted dog owner, and when she’s not working, she enjoys walking in the park with her furry companions.

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