iOS 804: iMessage Apps - Navigating the Junk Drawer of iOS Features

iOS 805: WWDC: What To Expect - Has Apple Finally Figured Out Smarter Siri?

With Apple pushing on-device AI and deep personal context, can they actually outmaneuver privacy concerns while matching Google's aggressive advancements? This episode breaks down the tension between convenience and user trust in the next wave of iOS. * Smarter Siri rumors: Personal context and on-screen awareness explained * Apple's AI promises, missed deadlines, and looming class action suit * Siri vs. third-party AI assistants: The integration and privacy trade-offs * The challenge of delivering on-device AI vs. cloud-powered models * Rumored AI-powered writing and grammar tools for iOS * Photos app upgrades: "Extend," "Enhance," and "Reframe" features * Expected camera app customization and Apple Intelligence image tools * Shortcuts overhaul: Natural language support and system shortcomings * iOS 27 design tweaks: Liquid Glass looks and animation updates * Wallet app additions and "Create a Pass" * Satellite features for Maps, Messages, and third-party app connectivity tested * Standalone Siri chatbot app speculation and competition with ChatGPT, Claude * News: Shortcuts Playground is a Claude/Codex plugin for building automations * App Caps: Anker Nano travel adapter and Cassette Home Video Player apps Hosts: Mikah Sargent [https://twit.tv/people/mikah-sargent] and Dan Moren [https://dmoren.com/] Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv [iOSToday@twit.tv]. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today [https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today] Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit [https://twit.tv/clubtwit] Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord [https://twit.memberful.com/account/discord/authorize]. Sponsor: * NetSuite.com/ios [http://NetSuite.com/ios]

iOS 804: iMessage Apps - Navigating the Junk Drawer of iOS Features

Why do iMessage apps feel like a forgotten experiment, and what buried gems are still hiding behind that plus button? Dan Moren joins the show to unpack which built-in features now outshine their third-party predecessors and what that says about Apple's approach to messaging. * iMessage apps' evolution, developer challenges, and user engagement declines * Default iMessage features vs. true apps * Sticker packs, sharing GIFs, and gameplay in Messages lose relevance * Apple's default iMessage tools—photos, polls, cash, check in, send later * Nuances of audio messages, dictation, and in-app differences * Tips for faster photo sharing and rearranging iMessage features * Real-world uses and practical limitations of iMessage's check-in feature * Notable third-party iMessage app recommendations and personal favorites * New: Apple's 2026 accessibility updates, including voice control, real-time captions, and AI-powered magnifier * Picks of the Week: Indigo cross-network social app and Wipr 2 content filter Hosts: Mikah Sargent [https://twit.tv/people/mikah-sargent] and Dan Moren [https://dmoren.com/] Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv [iOSToday@twit.tv]. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today [https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today] Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit [https://twit.tv/clubtwit] Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord [https://twit.memberful.com/account/discord/authorize].

iOS 803: Step Up Your Apple Watch Game - Power User Tips for Your Wrist

Is your Apple Watch doing all it can for you? Explore how advanced features like multi-watch setups, app grids versus lists, and watch-based security tools can seriously level up your experience. * Apple Watch independence, multiple watches per iPhone, and family setup * Pros and cons of owning and using two Apple Watches * Apple Watch as fashion item versus functional device * Passing down and reusing Apple Watches in families * Managing Apple Watch apps, notifications, and widgets for a personalized experience * Apple Watch Mirroring on iPhone and accessibility features * Using Apple Watch to find your iPhone (and vice versa) * Apple Watch for unlocking Macs, authenticating purchases, and identity confirmation * Running Apple Watch solo, even without cellular—music, workouts, and safety * News: End-to-end encrypted RCS messaging arrives via carrier support in iOS update * Shortcuts Corner: Exporting Apple Health data (weight) to CSV * App Caps: MagSafe wallets with Find My and pop socket support Hosts: Mikah Sargent [https://twit.tv/people/mikah-sargent] and Rosemary Orchard [https://twit.tv/people/rosemary-orchard] Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv [iOSToday@twit.tv]. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today [https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today] Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit [https://twit.tv/clubtwit] Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord [https://twit.memberful.com/account/discord/authorize]. Sponsors: * outsystems.com/twit [http://outsystems.com/twit] * joindeleteme.com/twit promo code TWIT [http://joindeleteme.com/twit]

iOS 802: What's New in iOS 26.5 - Pride Luminance, CarPlay AI Chatbots, & More!

iOS 26.5 raises the bar with end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging and bakes in a slew of security upgrades that could change how you think about your texts and device safety. Find out what's improved on your iPhone! * iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 security fixes and privacy updates * End-to-end encrypted RCS messaging finally arrives on iOS * New customizable Pride Lumina wallpapers debut for Pride Month * Reminders app snooze options now display specific times * Apple Maps adds suggested places based on popularity and search history * New annual subscription option with monthly payments for apps * Chatbot voice assistant support comes to CarPlay with tighter safeguards * Magic Keyboard, Mouse, and Trackpad get plug-and-pair feature on iPadOS * EU users get expanded third-party wearable features, AirPods-style pairing * Few major changes expected as Apple shifts focus to WWDC and Siri upgrade * News: Apple Developer app adds WWDC stickers — Clarus the dogcow walks * App Caps: Anker's clamp-on power hub and Dog Vision camera app picks Hosts: Mikah Sargent [https://twit.tv/people/mikah-sargent] and Rosemary Orchard [https://twit.tv/people/rosemary-orchard] Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv [iOSToday@twit.tv]. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today [https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today] Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit [https://twit.tv/clubtwit] Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord [https://twit.memberful.com/account/discord/authorize]. Sponsor: * shopify.com/ios [http://shopify.com/ios]

iOS 801: Take a Shot With Camera Apps - Capture Pics Like a Pro

Think the default Camera app is all you need? Third-party camera apps are quietly outpacing Apple's own with powerful features and pro-level tools that could completely change your photo workflow. Discover how advanced camera apps and editing suites can unlock professional results on your iPhone, whether you're a casual snapper or a photography enthusiast looking to capture that perfect shot. * Halide: Pro-level features, technical readouts, focus peaking, pricing rundown * Obscura: Beginner-friendly, solid help menu, smart auto mode, developer shoutout * Darkroom: Photo and video editing, integration with Halide, non-destructive workflow * Tips for maximizing Apple's native camera app features and settings * Leica Lux: Iconic film simulations bring Leica "look" to iPhone (premium pricing) * News: Find My accessories, latest trackers, and alternatives to AirTag * Feedback: Sky Children of the Light as a chill MMORPG pick * App Caps: Reminders Smart Lists for automation, Chess app for skill refresh Hosts: Mikah Sargent [https://twit.tv/people/mikah-sargent] and Rosemary Orchard [https://twit.tv/people/rosemary-orchard] Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv [iOSToday@twit.tv]. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today [https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today] Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit [https://twit.tv/clubtwit] Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord [https://twit.memberful.com/account/discord/authorize]. Sponsors: * outsystems.com/twit [http://outsystems.com/twit] * NetSuite.com/ios [http://NetSuite.com/ios]