r/apple 20h ago

Discussion Daily Advice Thread - August 24, 2025

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r/apple 10d ago

Apple Newsroom An update on Blood Oxygen for Apple Watch in the U.S.

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r/apple 7h ago

Mac NO WIRES: How the Apple Airport Changed Everything

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r/apple 18h ago

Rumor Apple to Kick Off Three-Year Plan to Reinvent Its Iconic iPhone

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r/apple 12h ago

Rumor Bloomberg's Mark Gurman today said he expects a paid Apple Health+ service to debut next year

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“In his Power On newsletter, Gurman said Apple Health+ will consist of an AI-based health coach that offers nutrition planning and medical suggestions.”


r/apple 12h ago

Promo Sunday Flight Log Scan - We created a flight log scanning app for pilots!

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Pilots often log their flights in a physical book and then periodically go through that logbook and manually digitize every entry by hand. We’ve built an app that instead allows them to take pictures of their physical logbook pages to automatically convert them to digital files.

We realize there may not be many pilots on this forum, but we would still really appreciate any feedback about the application that you can offer. Let us know what you think!

App store link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/flightlogscan/id6739791303


r/apple 1d ago

iOS iOS 26 Adds 25W Qi2 Wireless Charging Support to iPhone 16 Models

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From The Article: “While it has yet to be officially announced by Apple, the upcoming iOS 26 update adds Qi 2.2 support to all iPhone 16 models, except for the iPhone 16e.

Belkin 25W Charging Stand 1 iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max models running iOS 26 can be wirelessly charged with any Qi 2.2 charger at up to 25W speeds. Previously, those devices could only achieve 25W wireless charging speeds with the latest version of Apple's MagSafe Charger, but now third-party options are supported too.”


r/apple 1d ago

Discussion Inside Texas Instruments’ $60 billion U.S. megaproject, where Apple will make iPhone chips

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r/apple 17m ago

Promo Sunday Memori Note - Built the anti-hoarding notes app with a scrolling feature - Rediscover what you forgot you loved -- -- Promo-code Giveaway*!

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Hi all,

We're all digital hoarders. Screenshots of quotes, bookmarked videos, saved Instagram posts - thousands of pieces of inspiration just rotting in folders we never open.

I had 400+ random notes on Google Keep and couldn't find anything when I actually needed motivation, buried under all sort of random notes. Sound familiar?

Memori Notes breaks the hoarding cycle:

🔀 Shuffle button - Random note appears instantly (no scrolling through archives)

📱 Swipe interface - Browse your collection like TikTok, but it's YOUR content (no any other note app does this)

⏰ Smart/quick reminders - You can set a reminder for a note in 3 simple clicks, with unique ''random date/time'' buttons to reduce decision fatigue during quick saves/notes.

✨ Clean design and customise it however you want, don't like the look of the app with round corners? No problem, you can make it all square. < The only app that I know that does this.

The psychology: We save things hoping future-us will remember. This app actually makes that happen.

I use my own app daily because it's genuinely addictive seeing what past-me thought was worth saving, getting daily inspiration and cool quotes that you saved, and if you are bored, you can simply scroll through your cool quotes as opposed to dead scrolling on Instagram or TikTok.

Built for people who love collecting inspiration but suck at revisiting it.

[App Store]

Be honest - when's the last time you actually went back and read something you saved for 'later'?"

Any genuine feedback will be greatly appreciated and explanation of how you will use the app/how it will help you, will be rewarded with a lifetime code

*Promo codes will not be given straight away to people who just ask for promo-code, as that is a waste for people who will actually use the app, so first, please download, see if you like the app and give genuine feedback here, what you like/don't like about the app, any improvements and how will you use the app.


r/apple 19h ago

Promo Sunday The window mess after restarting my Mac or unplugging a display was driving me crazy… so I made an app to fix it

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Hey everyone! 👋

I built Spencer — an app that lets you save the exact layout of all your open windows across all Spaces (virtual desktops) with a single click, and later restore everything exactly as it was.

I’d been searching for a tool like this for ages, but nothing quite nailed it — especially when it came to handling multiple Spaces properly. So… I built my own.

You can also create multiple profiles with different numbers of Spaces and setups — perfect for switching between work, calls, creative sessions, relax, or whatever your day throws at you.

Demo video

I’d love to hear what you think — does this scratch an itch you’ve had too, and what features would be most useful to you?

👉 https://macspencer.app

(PS: if anyone wants to try it out, I set up a 30% off code: SUMMER30, valid for 2 days only)


r/apple 17h ago

Promo Sunday Dory - An app switcher for people who can’t remember shortcuts

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https://youtu.be/kRhXYyqpIk8

The new version includes:

• You can now adjust the Fan animation speed with four options: Normal, Fast, Really Fast, and Instant.

• You can now navigate between app icons using the arrow keys.

• Dory is now localized to Spanish, Chinese (Simplified), French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Korean, Italian, Russian and Dutch.

• You can now use a hyperkey as a modifier.

• Added support for apps installed in unconventional locations, such as Steam.

And of course, plenty of bug fixes to keep everything running smoothly.

--

Meet Dory - A quick way to cycle through apps without moving your hand from the mouse or keyboard - and without needing to remember any shortcuts.

Click your middle mouse button - or the right Command key if both hands are on the keyboard - and type the first letter of the app’s name.

No setup required! There's no need to manually add your apps or assign a shortcut to each one.

Find apps using the first letter, middle letters, acronyms, or similar names.

If multiple apps share that letter, just keep tapping it to cycle through them.

You can also press the middle mouse button and start typing the app’s name directly.

You can also enable an optional App list, fan or palette UI when switching between apps.

Dory works right out of the box - and over time, it learns which apps you use most and prioritizes them.

No extra shortcuts.

No setup. Nothing to remember.

It's currently $9.99 on the App Store (One-time purchase. No subscription.)

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dory-app-switcher/id6746273626?mt=12


r/apple 16h ago

Discussion Lopez Voice Settlement Updates?

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Hi, I was just wondering if anyone attended the hearing held on the 22nd, has anything been approved? The website seems to not have any new information on the settlement so I’m here asking if anyone knows


r/apple 1d ago

Apple Watch OPPO Responds to Apple's Trade Secrets Lawsuit

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r/apple 1d ago

Discussion Foxconn’s Recall of More Chinese Staff Tests Apple’s India Push

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r/apple 2d ago

Apple Watch Apple Sues Ex-Employee Who Allegedly Stole Apple Watch Secrets for Chinese Rival Oppo

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r/apple 2d ago

iPhone Digg’s new app is basic, but a great start

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r/apple 2d ago

Apple Music iOS 26: Eight New Features in Apple Music

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TL;DR: AutoMix, Lyric Translation, Lyric Pronunciation, Pinned Favorites, Playlist Folders, Home Screen Widgets, Animated Lock Screen Artwork, and Karaoke Microphone.


r/apple 7h ago

Promo Sunday An app that turned struggles into victories and makes you a hero in your own life

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I quit my 6 figure SWE job to build Dialed - an app that makes cinematic speeches when you are going through tough moments that get you back on track. Music, epic voices, personalization system that learns the exact words you need to hear through a feedback loop. It’s all there. I first made the app for myself to help me through heartbreak. Then my friends asked for it, then it blew up on Reddit. It’s 100% free right now for feedback and testing. Comment and I’ll dm you a link or search Dialed on the App Store :)


r/apple 2d ago

Apple Intelligence Apple prepping allowing API access to any external LLM model for enterprise on devices beyond ChatGPT

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r/apple 1d ago

Apple Retail Apple retail store in Bengaluru, India opens on Sep 2

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r/apple 9h ago

Promo Sunday 📱 ChessLock: New iOS app to fight doomscrolling & improve focus

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Hey everyone 👋

I built an iOS app called ChessLock to help reduce screen time and improve focus.
The idea: before you can unlock distracting apps, you need to solve a quick Chess puzzle ♟️. It turns the impulse to scroll into a mindful pause and a little brain exercise.

  • Focus sessions
  • Custom app limits
  • No accounts, no ads

It’s been live for 2 months, and I’d love to get feedback from the Apple community 🙏.
If you try it and like it, a review on the App Store would mean the world.

👉 https://apps.apple.com/us/app/chesslock-screen-time-control/id6744930081

Thanks


r/apple 2d ago

Discussion Apple trained a large language model to efficiently understand long-form video

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Apple researchers developed a new video language model, SlowFast-LLaVA-1.5, that outperforms larger models on long-form video analysis. The model, trained on public datasets, uses a two-stream setup to efficiently analyze videos and images, achieving state-of-the-art results on various benchmarks. Despite its limitations, the model is open-source and available for further research. (Summary Through Apple Intelligence)


r/apple 15h ago

Promo Sunday Call Ranger: Give Spammers What They Deserve

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Hey r/Apple!

I want to share something I built after getting flooded with spam calls: Call Ranger — an iOS call blocker that actually gives you control.

Most blockers rely on outdated lists or only let you block the first 7 digits. Call Ranger lets you block up to 12 digits, so you can:
• Block calls from a country, region, or carrier
• Create unlimited custom rules for the exact spam hitting your phone

Other perks:
• Works worldwide
• No tracking — everything happens on your device
• Rules sync with iCloud
• One-time purchase ($4.99), no subscriptions

Setup takes a minute: enable Call Ranger in Settings → Call Blocking, add your patterns, and enjoy a quieter phone.

Download it here: Call Ranger

Hope you check it out, and I’m happy to answer any questions!


r/apple 2d ago

Apple Intelligence Apple Explores Using Google Gemini AI to Power Revamped Siri

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r/apple 15h ago

Promo Sunday LavaChat - A power-user AI app: swipe-compare AI models, build prompt library, refine prompt & regenerate answer with AI, and more

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Hey r/apple,

I've been developing an iOS app designed for anyone who uses AI regularly and wants more power and efficiency. It’s called LavaChat, and it solves the frustrations I had with constantly switching between different AI services.

Here’s what it does:

🤖 Swipe to Compare AI Responses: Send a single prompt to multiple AIs at once (Gemini, GPT, Claude, etc.). The responses appear as a stack of cards. You just swipe right to like and left to dismiss the ones you don't like and the best one remains on top for you to continue the conversation.

✍️ Total Control Over Your Chat:

  • AI Regenerate: Create one-tap actions to modify AI replies (e.g., "Summarize," "Translate," "Make this sound more professional").
  • Prompt Library: Build a library of your most-used prompts and insert them instantly.
  • Prompt Enhancement: Use an AI to automatically optimize your prompt before you send it, ensuring you get the best possible answer.

🔧 Full Parameter Customization: Go beyond the basic settings. You can create custom AI "instances" and tweak every available API parameter, from the system prompt and temperature to model-specific settings. It’s perfect for fine-tuning your workflows.

🔐 Multi-Provider & Full Parameter Customization:

  • Works with OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, DeepSeek, OpenRouter, and more.
  • You can even add custom endpoints for self-hosted models.
  • Free API keys suggestions: Google AI Studio (tons of free usage), OpenRouter (many free models)

🔗 Share Everything: Easily export and import your chat sessions, AI configurations, and prompt libraries. Share them with your team or back them up using files, iCloud links, or even QR codes.

The app is free to download on the App Store.

Short Demo Video on YouTube to show how it all works

I’d love to hear your feedback and answer any questions. Thanks for checking it out!


r/apple 8h ago

Promo Sunday Caf AI - Caffeine Tracker

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App got approved this past Friday! If anyone is interested in testing it out please comment. How it works: 1. Snap a pic 2. Analyzed caffeine content automatically logged!

All through the power of AI

App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/caf-ai-caffeine-tracker/id6751122991


r/apple 15h ago

Promo Sunday Save money at Costco? Use CostLow, an app I made to see all clearance deals at the 650+ US locations.

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About a year ago I found 1L Kirkland Olive Oil for $4.97 marked down from $15. I couldn't believe it, I bought four. I also told everyone I knew. It turns out, it was only at one warehouse and the inventory sold out later that day.

I thought there has to be a way to see these clearance deals before stumbling across them in an isle. But there wasn't. So I created it.

I built CostLow. A platform that aggregates and displays every .97 deal for every U.S. warehouse. It's free. No logins or emails. Just a utility to save you money (hopefully).

  • Live Clearance Feeds View community-submitted .97 deals for any U.S. warehouse. Anyone can contribute a deal they see.
    • OCR-Powered Price Tag Scanning: Just scan the price tag. The app uses OCR to automatically parse the item number, description, and price. No manual entry required.
    • Quick Product Photo: Add a photo of the product to complete the submission. The whole process takes seconds.
  • Real-Time Deal Alerts Receive push notifications the moment a new clearance item is submitted for your selected warehouses.
  • Item Watchlists Monitor a full-priced item you're interested in. We'll send an alert the moment it's marked down for clearance.
  • Price Drop Notifications Track an existing clearance item and get notified if its price drops even lower.
  • Nationwide Gas Price Monitor See gas prices for every Costco location on a map at once.
  • Multi-Warehouse Availability Check See if a deal is available at other nearby locations and compare prices.
  • 30-Day Price Adjustment Tracker (coming soon) Log the items you purchase, and the app will notify you if the price drops within 30 days so you can claim the credit from Costco.

Appstore link https://apps.apple.com/us/app/costlow/id6636467548

The landing page for the app https://costlowapp.com/

See the deal database and browser/search nationwide https://deals.costlowapp.com/