Marvel Unlimited Needs Widgets on iOS

Two of the best subscriptions I’ve ever purchased are annual access to Marvel Unlimited and DC Universe Infinite. Between the two, I have access to a massive library of comics from the two biggest publishers, which also just so happens to make up the majority of my comic book reading. DC Comics was a bit […]

Why the Apple Watch Will Never Support Android

Over the course of the last few days I’ve been thinking a lot about the Apple Watch. I don’t know what exactly triggered this line of thought, but I’ve found Apple’s most personal and healthiest device yet pushing its way to the front of my mind more often than not. One night a few days […]

The Apple Music Feature That Keeps Me From Moving to Spotify

I consider myself to be a pretty big music listener — I like to have something playing at my “day job” while I’m sorting paperwork and running reports, as well as whenever I’m writing blog posts like this, or sorting files. In a lot of ways, it’s never been a better time to be a […]

The Ultimate Guide to MagSafe-Compatible PopSockets

Hello and welcome! On May 20th, PopSockets launched their MagSafe-compatible collection which includes PopGrip for MagSafe, PopWallet+ for MagSafe, and the previously released PopGrip Slide Stretch. You’re probably wondering which product is right for you. Below, I’ve done write-ups on each of the products in the collection to help you decide which is best! Note: […]

When Will Apple Music Get Handoff

Yesterday I noticed something while on the “Browse” tab of Apple Music on my iPhone: a graphic with the words “Get ready—music is about to change forever.” Update: Apple started today off strong by announcing Spacial Audio with Dolby Atmos and lossless audio to Apple Music at no additional cost in June. Now I’m not […]

‘Drafts’ Adds Support for Capturing Text From the Web

When it comes to working with text these days, my go-to solution is always the app Drafts. After first learning about the app from several of MacSparky’s podcasts, I decided to check it out. After using the free version for a while, I decided to get the subscription to unlock the full power of the […]

How I Shazam Music on iOS | Shortcuts Workflow

On this week’s episode of the podcast AppStories, Federico and John were talking about the different discovery, utility, and playback apps that they use for music, and there was a section of the show that I wanted to comment on. At around 24:23 in the show, they start talking about the app Shazam, which can […]

Plant-Based PopSockets are Here for Earth Month

In the lead up to Earth Day, PopSockets has announced a new PopGrip in their ever-expanding line of phone grips and lifestyle accessories: PopGrip Plant! Since 2019, the company had been looking for a way to reduce the company’s carbon footprint and tested various recycled and compostable materials, along with others. Research found that these […]

The Time for a Gaming-Focused Apple TV is Now

When Apple Arcade first launched in September 2019, I couldn’t help but feel that Apple had come up with something refreshing: a way to play great games on their devices that weren’t bogged down by pay-to-win mechanics and micro-transactions; that didn’t blind you with ads every time you tapped a button or tried to do […]

WWDC 2021 Kicks Off on June 7th

Earlier today, Apple revealed that this year’s Worldwide Developers Conference will be held entirely online, beginning June 7th. As per the usual, the company didn’t reveal what they will be unveiling during their keynote presentation (the quality of these have been amazing) but online speculation is already rampant. One of the big speculations is that […]

Logitech Slim Folio Pro Review

I love my 2020 iPad Pro. Last year, I decided to upgrade the 9.7″ iPad Pro that I’d been using for almost the last four years as my daily tablet to the new 11″ 2020 model. Between the tablet, the pencil, and a keyboard folio, it’s been a bit pricey, but I don’t regret it. […]

I Wish Apple Was Consistent With Widgets

One of my favorite things about Apple’s current generation of operating systems is that widgets have been given an overhaul. While it’s a fair criticism to say that widgets lost a bit of functionality from years past, I think it’s a fair tradeoff given the design benefits. Up until this point, every app developer more […]

Thoughts on the PopGrip Slide Stretch

Hey All! Present-day Dan here. If you want to pick up this PopGrip Slide Stretch after you read my take on it, here’s a link to it on the official PopSockets website! I don’t get any commission from this, but I know that when I read about a cool product, I like it if there’s […]

I’d Love a Braided Cable for My MacBook Pro

As alright as the USB C to USB C cable that comes with all new MacBooks is, I’d really like to see Apple step their game up. Even if it isn’t the default that comes in the box, I’d love to see Apple partner with someone to get a braided power cable for the MacBook […]

More Information Is Here on the Anker PowerCore Magnetic 5000

There’s two accessories for my iPhone 12 Pro that leverage the MagSafe magnets in the phone that I’m excited for. The first is the MagSafe compatible line of products coming soon from PopSockets while the other is Anker’s line of magnetic battery banks. Earlier today I was poking around on reddit to see if there […]

My Workflow for Listening to New Music – Powered by MusicHarbor

App: MusicHarborPrice: Free ($5.99 IAP)Developer: Marcos Antonio Tanaka (Website)Platforms: iOS, iPadOS, macOS App Store Music is a pretty important part of a lot of people’s lives. While in my life, I think I would tend to put more weight on films, I still do enjoy listening to and discovering new music. My tastes in music […]

PopMount 2 Flex Review

Product provided by manufacturer for the purpose of review. Ever since I picked up my first PopSocket, I’ve been a fan of the company and the products that they make. From having a mount in my car, to an easier way to prop my phone up while watching YouTube videos, it’s been really good. As […]

PopSockets Launches PopMount 2 Photo

Update: 2/18/21 – Wording has been updated related to using the PopMount 2 Photo as a monopod, after hearing back from a PopSockets representative. PopSockets has just introduced a new member of the PopMount 2 family: the PopMount 2 Photo. Designed with creating Instagram and TikTok content in mind, the PopMount 2 Photo is a […]

iOS 14’s Best Features NEED to Come to iPad OS

When Apple released iOS 14 out into the wild, it brought two fantastic features with it. Widgets The first was the update to the way widgets were are handled by the OS. Instead of locking widgets to the Today View (where I often forgot I had set them up), users can now drag widgets right […]

iOS 14.5 Helps to Solve the Face ID Mask Issue

I returned to iOS last year right before all hell broke loose with the pandemic. One of my favorite features upon getting an iPhone 11 was Face ID — while I’ve never had an issue using a fingerprint scanner on any phone, being able to look at a device and have it unlock is pretty […]