Transform your chaotic to-do lists into powerful project management systems that actually get things done! Mikah and Rosemary get busy with task and project management on iOS, comparing the built-in Reminders app to powerhouse tools like OmniFocus 4 and Things 3, plus they tackle tricky location-based automation challenges.

• Breaking down overwhelming projects - The hosts discuss how splitting large, daunting tasks into smaller, manageable steps makes projects feel achievable and less intimidating
• OmniFocus deep dive - Rosemary demonstrates OmniFocus's advanced features including tags, defer dates, repeat systems, time zone-specific due dates, sequential vs parallel projects, and custom perspectives for organizing tasks
• Things 3 overview - Mikah explains how Things 3 offers similar powerful functionality to OmniFocus but with different design choices and user experience approaches
• Reminders app capabilities - Detailed walkthrough of Apple's built-in Reminders showing subtasks, location-based reminders, time-based alerts, priority flags, and even printing options for physical lists

News

• UK government backs down on iCloud encryption - The UK reportedly withdrew demands for backdoor access to encrypted iCloud data, avoiding security risks for users worldwide
• Apple Watch blood oxygen sensor returns - Apple cleverly circumvents the Masimo patent dispute by having the iPhone process blood oxygen measurements instead of the watch displaying them directly

Feedback

• Location reminder delays - Bob writes about his home arrival reminders triggering 10+ minutes late despite expanding the geographic boundary, with suggestions including checking low power mode and resetting network settings

Shortcuts Corner

• Focus mode automation challenges - Dustin asks about setting up three different focus modes for his wife's work schedule that aren't switching properly between personal, office, and client time

App Caps

• Product Hunt - Mikah recommends this app and website for discovering new products and services before they become mainstream, despite the recent influx of AI-focused launches
• Bridges - Rosemary showcases this $1.99 link formatting and organization app that lets you save, categorize, and export links in multiple formats including Markdown, HTML, and JSON

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Get ready for back-to-school season with the best iOS apps for students and educators! Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard take a field trip to the land of essential productivity apps, note-taking powerhouses, and study tools that can transform a student's academic experience. From infinite-scroll note-taking to AI-powered math problem solving, discover the digital tools that can make this school year your most organized yet.

• Notability - Rosemary's go-to note-taking app that got her through three degree programs, featuring infinite scroll, audio recording with synchronized playback, customizable paper templates including Cornell notes and music staves, and the ability to import slides and photos directly into notes
• Kahoot! - Mikah demonstrates this popular quiz-based learning platform where you can create custom quizzes or join existing ones, with group features for collaborative learning and solo study options for subjects ranging from animal facts to math problems
• GoodNotes - An alternative to Notability for users whose brains work differently, offering customizable notebook covers, various paper styles, study sets for flashcard-like learning, and both horizontal and vertical scrolling options
• Photomath - A game-changing app that scans math problems with your camera and provides step-by-step solutions, complete with animated tutorials in the premium version and advanced calculator functionality for complex equations
• Smart Timetable - A dedicated scheduling app that handles complex academic schedules including bi-weekly rotations, custom time slots, multiple event types (lectures, seminars, group work), task management with subject linking, and widget support across all Apple devices

News

• Apple AI All-Hands Meeting - Tim Cook reportedly told employees "Apple must do this, Apple will do this" regarding AI development, while Craig Federighi hinted at a "much bigger upgrade" to Siri than originally announced, suggesting more powerful AI features could be coming sooner than expected

Feedback

• Vintage Keyboard Compatibility - drmacintosh asks about using an old Mac Pro keyboard with USB ports on an iPad Pro M4

App Caps

• Reprice - A price tracking app that monitors items across multiple platforms, including Amazon and Etsy, checking prices every 12 hours (or every 2 hours with premium) and sending notifications when items drop to your target price
• Moft Snap Tablet Stand - Rosemary showcases this magnetic origami-style stand that folds completely flat, works in multiple angles and orientations, and uses strong adhesive stickers to attach to iPads, Kindles, and other tablets

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Transform your living space into a smart, organized haven with apps that help you tackle everything from junk mail to home inventory management. Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard explore practical solutions for maintaining your home, keeping track of important documents, and staying on top of household tasks.

• PaperKarma - Combat annoying junk mail with this clever app that automatically sends opt-out requests to companies on your behalf.
• Devonthink To Go - Rosemary's favorite solution for organizing all your appliance manuals and home documents as searchable PDFs. Never lose another warranty or instruction manual again, with powerful search capabilities and the ability to link directly to specific pages in reminders.
• When Did I...? - Simple tracking app for home maintenance tasks like replacing fire alarm batteries or water filters. Just tap when you complete a task and easily see how long it's been since your last maintenance check. Available for $4.99.
• Sweepy - Gamified cleaning and chore management app that helps families stay on top of household tasks. Set up rooms, assign recurring tasks, and share responsibilities across family members to reduce the mental load.
• Under My Roof - Comprehensive home inventory app perfect for insurance documentation. Scan barcodes, add photos and receipts, track serial numbers, and even set maintenance reminders for appliances and valuable items.

News

• iPhone Event Date - German carrier documents suggest Apple will announce new iPhones on Tuesday, September 9th, with pre-orders likely starting September 12th and availability on September 19th.
• AppleCare One Launch - Apple's new insurance plan covers up to three devices for $19.99/month, with additional devices at $5.99 each. Includes theft and loss protection for iPad and Apple Watch, plus the ability to add devices up to four years old.

Feedback

• Viewer Success with Wipr 2 - Andrew R. shares how the Safari content blocker transformed his browsing experience on ad-heavy websites like the Smithsonian, making previously unreadable pages clean and functional.

App Caps

• Mikah's Pick: Landrop - Cross-platform file sharing solution that works like AirDrop between different operating systems. Transfer files, photos, and folders between iPhone, Mac, Windows, and Android devices over your local network.
• Rosemary's Pick: ASUS ZenScreen - Ultra-portable 15.6-inch monitor perfect for travel, complete with a protective case that doubles as a stand. Pairs perfectly with a compact tripod for the ideal mobile workspace setup.

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Custom keyboards take center stage as Mikah and Rosemary explore the surprisingly small but mighty world of third-party iOS keyboards, from snippet management to AI-powered writing assistance, plus listener feedback on AirPods cleaning and some delightful app picks.

• Snippety keyboard ($29.99) - Rosemary demonstrates this powerful snippet management keyboard with collections, search functionality, rich formatting options, and advanced features like JavaScript snippets with placeholders and multi-select menus
• Bitmoji keyboard (free) - Mikah showcases this fun cartoon avatar keyboard that creates personalized messages and can include friends who also use Bitmoji, though he notes the unsettling 3D redesign
• Microsoft SwiftKey AI keyboard - Rosemary highlights its reliability during iOS beta issues, easy-to-spot emoji button, built-in paste functionality, GIF search, and translator feature, plus Copilot AI integration for enterprise users
• Grammarly AI Writing keyboard - Overview of grammar and writing improvement features, tone suggestions, vocabulary enhancements, and rewriting capabilities for professional communication

Feedback

• AirPods cleaning kit question from Gregg - Detailed explanation of the Belkin AirPods cleaning kit, featuring distilled water and micellar water that breaks down oils and earwax using micelles that attract fats and dirt

App Caps

• Rosemary's pick: PopSocket MagSafe Stand ($40) - New MagSafe PopSocket that doubles as a phone stand with swappable decorative tops, though she warns against overly symmetrical patterns that make you obsess over alignment
• Mikah's pick: Pet Libro water fountain - Smart pet fountain with inductive charging base, built-in scale for tracking water consumption, alternating 15-minute cycles (perfect for anxious dogs), Wi-Fi connectivity, and foreign object detection

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Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard dive deep into Safari extensions that can improve how you browse the web on iOS and iPadOS. From blocking annoying ads and cookie prompts to creating custom search shortcuts and saving articles for later reading, these browser add-ons turn Safari into a swiss army knife of functionality.

• Wipr - A simple, effective ad blocker that works silently in the background without multiple extension instances cluttering your Safari menu, making it ideal for less tech-savvy users like elderly relatives
• Keyword Search - Creates custom search shortcuts using semicolons and keywords to search specific websites directly from the address bar, perfect for frequently searched sites like Apple Support or AP Stylebook
• GoodLinks - Save articles for offline reading later with support for paywall login credentials, allowing you to build a personal reading library that syncs across devices
• Browser Note - Add digital sticky notes to specific web pages that appear whenever you revisit them, perfect for remembering discount codes, login preferences, or shopping reminders
• Hush Nag Blocker - Specifically targets and removes cookie consent banners and privacy prompts without using third-party dependencies or tracking user behavior
• Printer Friendly for Safari - Edit web pages before printing by removing unwanted sections like headers, footers, and ads to save ink and paper while creating cleaner printouts
• Share Tabs for Safari - Export lists of open browser tabs with titles and URLs for easy sharing with others, eliminating the need to manually copy multiple links
• URL Linker for Safari - Format shared links in specific styles like markdown or plain text with customizable formatting options

News

• Apple News Plus Emoji Game - New puzzle game available to News Plus subscribers where players decode emoji combinations to fill in word blanks, joining existing games like Crossword and Quartiles

Shortcuts Corner

• Podcast Reminder Shortcut - Kevin's request for creating Apple Reminders from podcast episodes gets solved with a shortcut that captures both episode titles and URLs, with built-in artwork display when URLs are properly formatted

App Caps

• Endel - AI-powered soundscape app that adapts background music based on time and location, featuring new ADHD-focused modes including Solfeggio tones, 8D audio, and binaural beats for improved focus
• Lock your Notes on iPhone - Built-in iOS feature allowing users to lock specific notes with Face ID or passcode protection, perfect for sensitive information like payment details or secret gift ideas

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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This episode explores the comprehensive Screen Time system in iOS, covering everything from basic usage tracking to advanced restrictions and parental controls. The hosts also tackle a unique automation challenge involving motorcycles and garage doors, while sharing their latest app and gadget discoveries.

• Screen Time Overview - Introduction to iOS's built-in digital wellness system that tracks usage across all Apple devices and syncs settings when enabled
• Screen Distance Feature - New safety feature that alerts users when holding their iPhone or iPad too close to their face, helping prevent eye strain and myopia
• App and Website Activity - Detailed tracking system that provides weekly reports and insights about screen usage patterns across all connected devices
• Downtime Scheduling - Feature that restricts device access to only approved apps and phone calls during specified hours, perfect for sleep schedules
• App Limits - Granular controls allowing users to set daily time limits for specific apps or entire categories like games or social media
• Always Allowed Apps - Designated apps that remain accessible even during downtime, including emergency contacts and essential utilities
• Communication Controls - Settings that manage who can contact the user during screen time restrictions and downtime periods
• Communication Safety - Apple's new feature that automatically detects and warns about potentially inappropriate images before they're viewed
• Content and Privacy Restrictions - Comprehensive parental controls covering app installations, purchases, web content, and various iOS features

Feedback

• Motorcycle Garage Door Automation - Mike seeks help creating a shortcut to automatically open his garage door when arriving home on his motorcycle

App Caps

• DailyArt App - Mikah recommends an award-winning app that showcases a different piece of artwork each day with detailed historical context and artist information
• 8BitDo Micro Controller - Rosemary features a tiny Bluetooth game controller that works with multiple devices and can be reprogrammed for various uses, including Procreate shortcuts

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Social media chaos got you jumping between apps like a caffeinated squirrel? Mikah and Rosemary explore the fragmented world of post-Twitter social media and reveal the apps that can help you reclaim your sanity and streamline your online presence. The hosts also reflect on how X/Twitter's changes scattered users across platforms, creating fatigue and missed connections.

• Ivory for Mastodon - Tapbots' premium Mastodon client offers customizable navigation, multiple account support, and elegant design for $14.99-24.99/year, depending on platform coverage
• Tapestry by Iconfactory - Unifies social media feeds, RSS blogs, and podcasts into one timeline supporting Mastodon, Tumblr, YouTube, Blue Sky, and Reddit for $1.99/month or $79.99 lifetime
• Croissant by Innoveghtive - Cleverly named tool lets you post to multiple social networks simultaneously (Mastodon, Threads, Bluesky) with alt-text support for $2.99/month or $59.99 lifetime
• Buffer for business users - Professional scheduling platform supports Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook, and more with calendar view and automation integrations

News

• Four new games launching August 7th - Play-Doh World (creative open-world), Worms Across Worlds (strategic combat), Let's Go MightyCat (tower defense), and Everybody Shogi (board game variant)
• Apple Arcade pricing reminder - $6.99/month standalone or included in Apple One bundles starting at $19.95

Shortcuts Corner

• Jack's nonprofit photography challenge - Needs to sort 300+ mixed portrait/landscape photos and videos from iPhone events for marketing purposes

App Caps

• Mikah's pick: Knots 3D ($5.99) - Comprehensive knot-tying reference with 3D animations across categories like scouting, climbing, boating, and military applications
• Rosemary's pick: Capsule medication tracker - Her team's newly released app for tracking medications with scheduling, notifications, and family sharing for $12.99/year (launching price)

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Leo & Mikah help you with your homework.

• Back to school: Noteshelf, Microsoft Math Solver, WolframAlpha, Babbel - Language Learning, Desmos Graphing Calculator, Cozi Family Organizer, PhotoStudy
• News: Flexibits introduces a new subscription: Fantastical Premium for Families. Google Maps returns to Apple Watch and joins CarPlay Dashboard. Apple releases the watchOS 7 Public Beta. Setapp comes to iOS. The MTA asks Apple to improve Face ID unlock with face coverings.
• Listener feedback: Rotation lock on iOS, nerds vs. geeks vs. dorks, and accidental touches on Apple Watch.
• Mikah's App Cap: Thwip
• Leo's App Cap: Microsoft Family Safety

Hosts: Leo Laporte and Mikah Sargent

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