iOS 14 brought many improvements to the Shortcuts app, including a way to copy and paste actions and duplicate them.
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Apple Sends iPad Pros to Gallaudet University Students
Apple is partnering with Gallaudet University to give every student and faculty member an iPad Pro, Apple Pencil, and Smart Keyboard Folio.
Here Are All The Message Effects You Can Send on Apple Devices
Message effects have been around for some time, letting iPhone users send cool messages to each other. Here are all of them.
Tim Millet Talks About iPad Air 4 A14 Apple Chip in Interview
Tim Millet, Apple’s Vice President for Platform Architecture, spoke to The Star about the A14 Apple chip found in the iPad Air 4.
MindNode Update Supports iOS 14 Scribble With Apple Pencil
MindNode issued an update on Wednesday that adds support for the iOS 14 Scribble feature with Apple Pencil. Users can try the new image picker to add photos, trigger actions with the new context menu, and use their Apple Pencil to hand write in nodes. Other improvements: Added support for opening URLs in third party browsers; Fixed opening of documents on Apple Watch that are outside MindNode’s iCloud container; Fixed image loading on Apple Watch of single file format documents and documents outside MindNode’s iCloud container; Improved support for third-party fonts by adopting the system font picker; Fixed an issue with opening documents that are outside MindNode’s iCloud container.
NextDNS Lets You Create Configuration Files for iOS 14 Encrypted DNS
NextDNS released a new tool on Tuesday that lets you generate a configuration profile to let you use iOS 14 encrypted DNS without needing the NextDNS app.
Put Sticky Notes on Your Home Screen With ‘Sticky Widgets’
Many Mac users have fond memories of Apple’s sticky notes widget and you can replicate that experience with Sticky Widgets. It lets you add sticky notes on your Home Screen in two steps: 1) Add a Sticky Widget to your Home Screen; 2) Tap on the widget to edit it. This is one app you should download immediately, although you probably don’t need me to tell you that since sticky notes on the screen are so useful. With these widgets easily accessible and in my face, I no longer have to create a reminder for stuff to get at the store, and a reminder to remind myself to set the other reminder.
SVP Craig Federighi Explains how Apple Created Scribble for iPad
Craig Federighi, senior vice president of software engineering at Apple, told Popular Mechanics how the new Scribble for iPad feature works.
iOS 14.0.1 is Out to Fix Default Apps Bug
Apple released iOS 14.0.1 on Thursday primarily to fix the “default apps bug” that would reset your default mail and browser app upon reboot.
Speck Launches Cases for iPad 8 and iPad Air 4
Accessory maker Speck has introduced new cases for iPad 8th gen and iPad AIr 4th gen, including a print case with fade-resistant print designs.
Complicated iPad Purchasing, Bryan's New Watch – TMO Daily Observations 2020-09-21
Bryan Chaffin and John Martellaro join host Kelly Guimont to discuss how Apple made choosing an iPad more difficult, and Bryan’s new Watch!
Incipio, Survivor Launch iPad Air 4 Cases and iPad 8 Cases
Incipio Group brands Incipio and Survivor recently launched iPad Air 4 cases and iPad 8 cases, with some ready to purchase now.
John's Robotic Look at Life, Bryan's Fitness Routine – TMO Daily Observations 2020-09-16
John Martellaro & Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to chat iPads, Fitness+, and Family Setup. John also has a bone to pick with Spotify.
Apple Introduces iPad Air 4 and iPad 8th Gen
At the Apple event on Tuesday we got some new iPads. The iPad 8th-gen comes with the A12 chip, and the iPad Air that looks like an iPad Pro.
"Time Flies" Apple Event Speculation – TMO Daily Observations 2020-09-08
John Martellaro and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Apple’s “Time Flies” event announcement and what could be unveiled.
Apple Seeds iOS 14 Public Beta 7 for Testers
A day after releasing it for developers, Apple has seeded iOS 14 public beta 7 for iPhone and iPad users.
How Jodie Deinhammer Uses iPads to Bring Students Closer to Nature
Apple shared the story of Jodie Deinhammer, an Apple Distinguished Educator and how she uses iPads in teaching to get students closer to nature.
Twelve South Introduces BookBook iPad Keyboard Case
BookBook Cover is a new product from Twelve South that combines its genuine leather case with a keyboard for iPads. BookBook looks like a vintage book. But the big story is the level of protection it delivers. Inside, soft micro-suede protects the iPad surface. Outside, hardback book covers with reinforced corners and a crush-proof spine protect iPad from drops, dings and other hazards. Dual-zippers let you charge iPad while keeping the case closed. As a bonus, BookBook disguises your iPad, keeping it hidden from from itchy fingers even when it’s in plain sight. You can pick one up for US$69.99.
Fall Hardware Releases – TMO Daily Observations 2020-08-19
John Martellaro and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss what we know (and wish) about Apple’s impending hardware releases.
iPad Dominant as Tablet Shipments Grow
The iPad continues to dominate tablet shipments and helped drive growth in the overall tablet market during the last quarter.
iPad: All The Different Sizes, Prices And Models That Are Available
There are now various different versions of the iPad, each coming in different sizes, colors and with different storage capacities.
iPadOS: How to use the Five Finger Death Pinch
Andrew has a special iPad move called the Five Finger Death Pinch. It’s an advanced gesture and should only be used by trained professionals.
Move Multiple iOS Apps, Twitter Hacked – TMO Daily Observations 2020-07-16
Charlotte Henry and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss Charlotte’s iOS app moving video, and yesterday’s Twitter hack.
Apple on a Roll, Apple TV+ and Streaming Video, with John Martellaro - ACM 527
John Martellaro joins Bryan Chaffin to discuss Apple’s recent roll when it comes to launching new products. They also talk about Apple TV+ and the other streaming video services, which are seeing a bit of a book thanks for shelter-in-place orders—including what it means for the future.