The new Siri Suggestions widget for iOS 14 groups your frequently used apps together in one place on your iPhone Home Screen. At first, having your most-used apps in one place seems great. But if you're trying to cut back on using social media or playing games on your iPhone, or don't want everyone to know that you've downloaded Tinder, having those apps front and center becomes a problem. We've gone over how to add widgets, including the Siri Suggestions widget, to your Home Screen in a previous article. Now we'll show you how to stop individual apps from being included in the Siri Suggestions widget. There are two ways to remove an app from the Siri Suggestions widget; using your iPhone Settings, or via the widget itself. Let's get started.
Review: Eyebloc Nanobloc Webcam Covers
By Todd Bernhard
Everyone uses webcams for video conferencing these days. But sometimes you want privacy and to be certain that those cameras are off. The folks at Eyebloc have a solution that is different from traditional webcam covers. Eyebloc sent me a review sample of their Nanobloc Webcam Covers ($8.99). Instead of adding something plastic with moving parts that can break or prevent your laptop from closing completely, Eyeblocs are a peelable, reusable sticker that you place directly on top of the camera lens.
The iOS 14 Guide: Master Apple's New Widgets, Tools & Features
(Sponsored Post) By Erin MacPherson on Thu, 09/24/2020
This is your last chance to take advantage of our iOS 14 promotion for iPhone Life Insider. The 50% off promotion (60% for seniors, service members, and veterans) ends next Sunday. This is the largest discount we ever offer! Subscribe now and receive instant access to our new iOS 14 in-depth guide.
Announce Messages with Siri allows Siri to announce and read text messages to you when you are wearing AirPods and Beats. This is handy while you're working out or your hands are occupied, but you'll also want to know how to stop Siri reading texts to you for those times when you don't need this feature.
Best Music Apps: Top Picks for Music Streaming & Creation
By Nicholas Naioti
Every year the iPhone Life team gathers their favorite apps to share with our readers. As a lifelong lover and creator of music, I am excited to share with you my favorite apps for making and streaming music. If you need a speaker that pairs well with these apps, I have also suggested one of my favorites. Download these apps and get started making your own music and discovering new songs!
How to Enable App Notification Badges in the App Library
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
This article tells you how to enable app notification badges in the App Library. While the App Library does a wonderful job keeping our Home Screens clear of excess apps, many people may still want to see when their App Library-only apps have notifications. Fortunately, you can turn on iPhone notification badges A.K.A app badges, in your App Library so you can see which apps want your attention. Read on to learn how to enable app notification badges in your App Library. You must be running iOS 14 to use the App Library.
How to Add a Caption to a Photo on iPhone & iPad
By Erin MacPherson
Which Apple Watch Do You Have? (Updated for Apple Watch 11)
By Erin MacPherson
In this article we’ll teach you how to tell what Apple Watch you have. Different types of Apple Watches look very similar; it can be easy to get confused! I’ll go over how to tell what Apple Watch you have, including the super quick Apple Watch serial number check.
