In this podcast, Thomas Domville demonstrates how in iOS 16 you are now able to recover deleted conversations in the native iOS Messages app. Note that this will only be possible for up to approximately 30 days after the conversation was deleted.
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New to the iPhone with the release of iOS 16 is the ability to report SMS/MMS messages as junk. This expands on the built-in "Report Junk" feature in Messages that previously only let you report iMessages. Now you can use the same option to report an SMS/MMS message as junk, which will alert Apple and your network carrier and delete the message in question.
In this podcast, Thomas Domville shows us how it works.
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In this podcast, Thomas Domville discusses and demonstrates the relocation of the audio messages function in iOS 16. This is now accessed by a iMessage app in the Messages app dock, rather than a button next to the text field where you type your message.
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Introduced with iOS 14.5 and iPadOs 14.5 was the ability to share up to 150 characters of song lyrics with friends, straight from the Now Playing screen in Apple Music. In this podcast, Thomas Domville shows us how it works.
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With the release of iOS 16, when sending messages using Siri, you can now skip the confirmation step. In this podcast, Thomas Domville shows us how this works and how to enable it.
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New with iOS 16 is the ability to unsend sent iMessages. In this podcast, Thomas Domville shows us how it works.
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In this quick tip, Dave Nason shows us how to de-clutter your Safari tabs on iOS by having tabs close automatically after a period of time not being used.
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In this podcast, Scott Davert demonstrates how to move apps around your various home screens with a braille display only using iOS 10 and higher. The process is the same for all displays that have a Perkins style keyboard paired with an iDevice. Moving apps to different pages, in to folders, and out of folders are covered.
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In this podcast, Thomas Domville discusses and demonstrates a new feature in iOS 16 that provides a customisable time window during which you have the opportunity to change your mind after you send an email.
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In this episode, Jessica Dale demonstrates how to send Messenger messages using Siri on iOS and iPadOS.
To set this up, go to Settings > Apps > Messenger > Apple Intelligence & Siri, and toggle the "Use with Siri requests" switch on. To send a message, engage Siri and say something like "Use Messenger to message [person]." Siri should then prompt you for the contents of the message and then offer to send it, as it does when sending a message using the built-in Messages app.
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In this podcast, AnonyMouse walks us through the process of setting up your iPhone for use with Apple Pay, the recently launched mobile payment and digital wallet service by Apple that lets you make payments using your iPhone 6 or 6 Plus.
Note: at the time of posting, this service is only available to US users.
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In this short podcast, Graham Langford shares three quick tips on where you can use a 1-finger double-tap and hold (also known as a “long-press”) to be more efficient and productive on iOS.
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In this podcast, Scott Davert walks us through the process of updating to a newer version of iOS using iTunes on a Windows PC. In this demonstration, he is using Jaws on a computer running Windows 7.
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In this podcast, Robin Christopherson takes us through some nice new features recently added to Microsoft's popular Seeing AI app for iOS.
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In this episode, Tyler demonstrates how to use the Text Selection Rotor to select text on iOS and iPadOS.
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A number of apps offer the option to buy auto-renewing subscriptions from within the app, from the App Store, or from Apple TV (2nd or 3rd generation). After you buy, you can manage your auto-renewing subscriptions using your computer, iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
In this podcast, Khalfan Bin Dhaher shows us how this is done on an iOS device.
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In this podcast, Thomas Domville discusses and shows us how — with the release of iOS 16 — Apple has made it possible to view details of all the Wi-Fi networks your iPhone has connected to in the past and remembered. If iCloud Keychain is enabled on all your Apple devices, you'll even be able to see the Wi-Fi networks saved by those other devices. For example, you could use your iPhone to see all the networks your Mac or iPad has saved, and copy the password so that you can connect via your iPhone. Additionally, you can remove old ones without being near their access points.
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In this podcast, Scott Davert shares some tips on how to use the native iOS Mail app more effectively. These include selectively enabling Smart Mailboxes; which can be particularly useful when you have multiple email accounts.
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In this podcast, Tunmi gives us a quick demonstration of how to use effects and apps in the iOS Messages app.
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In this episode, Orinks walks us through Radiant, an iOS app that lets you listen to digital radio with a personal touch. Rad, your digital host, plays music that suits your mood and preferences, thanks to his integration with Apple Music. He also keeps you updated on the weather, traffic, news, and trivia about the artists you love. You can interact with Rad and tell him what you like or dislike, and he will adjust his selections accordingly. Radiant is a fun and smart way to enjoy radio on your iPhone or iPad. All you need is an Apple Music subscription and a sense of adventure!