iPhone Life Magazine

As a tech editor and Apple fan, I’m constantly eager to see the next breakthrough that will change the way we live our lives. This spring, I thought augmented reality might be just that with the release of the Vision Pro headset. While the eye tracking technology was meticulously executed and remarkable to use (see the summer issue for our review), the heavy contraption had too many problems to gain traction. In June at Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference, the real industry-disrupting technology was revealed—Apple’s own AI, Apple Intelligence. Many of you may already be using ChatGPT, Bing, or one of the many other AI apps out there. However, Apple is bringing something different to the table. We get the convenience of an AI that uses the personal data stored on…

Jackery Explorer 300 Plus Portable Power Station ($299.99) Weighing in at under nine pounds, the Explorer 300 Plus can power several devices at a time, from a drone to a phone to a lamp, multiple times. It’s ideal for camping, short power outages, and jumping cars (if you buy the $30 car battery charging cable accessory). I love that there are multiple ways to charge this: plugging it into a wall, your car, or with a solar panel (sold separately) so I know I’ll never be left without power when I need it. - Sarah Kingsbury, Editorial Director LISEN Tablet Stand ($20) I bought this to hold my iPad in my home office but discovered that it’s also very handy in the kitchen! It also holds my iPhone! It has great utility and for…

READING GOALS Science Confirms Audiobooks Count as Reading Those who prefer an audial consumption of their reading material frequently doubt whether their story enjoyment counts as “reading.” A 2016 study confirmed there is virtually no difference in comprehension between reading E-text, listening to audiobooks, or doing both at the same time. Not only does this mean you can back up your claim that audiobooks count toward your Goodreads Reading Challenge, it also offers students options for their preferred way to consume course material without sacrificing the quality of learning. ON THE RISE Digital Wallets Are More Popular Than Ever Physical wallets may soon be an antiquated concept. While they’re not completely replaceable yet, as not every store offers tap to pay options and not every state allows drivers to add their license to their Apple…

From the 1950s through the 1970s, I used pen and paper to write, solve math problems, and update my address book and calendar. Starting in 1982, I experienced a new world of possibilities thanks to my personal computer and its word processor, spreadsheet, and database software. From 1991 through 2007, I carried the pocket-sized HP 200LX, Palm Pilot, or Pocket PC with me for personal computing tasks. In the early 2000s, manufacturers added cellular calling capabilities to existing handhelds, creating the first widely available smartphones. These phones and handhelds remained a niche market, since most first age, stand-alone computing tasks require a full keyboard and screen. With the 2007 introduction of the easy-to-use, intuitive, designed-from-the-ground-up iPhone, the second age of smartphones began. iPhones and Android devices allowed us to call with audio…

Dear iPhone Life Readers, The updates coming to your iPhone this fall with iOS 18 and Apple AI are sure to be some of the most dramatic changes that have ever been seen in a single release. That’s why there’s never been a better time for me to tell you about iPhone Life Insider. Insiders will get our in-depth guide covering all the exciting new features (and the hidden ones) on the day that iOS 18 is released. We will also be hosting weekly live classes to help you master all of the updates. We are especially excited to be covering Apple AI in great depth! Get all of that and more with our iPhone Life Insider program. It’s a treasure trove of carefully curated tips, guides, and courses designed by our team…

Get ready to upgrade your phone once more. This fall brings with it the iPhone 16. What can we expect from Apple’s latest and greatest smartphone? Let’s take a look at some of the new features rumored to be coming our way. When & How Much? Like most iPhones, Apple will hold a special event to announce its lineup of new devices in early September. Preorders for the new iPhone 16 will likely open on the following Friday, followed by shipping dates between September 20 and 27. While we saw a price increase last year, there have been no rumors about another price increase this year, so I’m expecting the iPhone 16 to be priced the same as the iPhone 15 lineup, with the base model phone starting at $799 and the plus…