Innholdsfortegnelse for Winter 2018 i iPhone Life Magazine

There’s no denying it—winter has arrived! While the cold season is my least favorite as far as the weather goes, as an Apple fan, it is unequivocally the most exciting time of year. Between getting your hands on Apple’s latest products and splurging on cool gadgets over the holidays, you can coast through chillier days with devices that help us live our best lives. Load Up on New Tech The verdict is in; Face ID and edge-to-edge displays are here to stay! Apple has released the new iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR with not only the same bezel-free form factor as last year’s X, but also faster facial recognition and a better camera, powered by the supercharged A12 Bionic chip (see page 12). But if you, like most of…

Need iPad and iPhone help? Sign up for iPhone Life Insider and Sarah will help you with all your iPhone troubleshooting and iOS-related issues. To learn more, go to iPhoneLife.com/Insider. How do I remove some of the videos from my iPhone to free up space? I don’t want to delete them anywhere else. Sincerely, Need Storage Dear Storage, Start by going to Settings > Photos and selecting Optimize iPhone Storage. The original high-resolution versions of your videos and photos will be preserved in iCloud, while smaller, low-resolution versions will be stored on your iPhone. If this doesn’t free enough space, I recommend moving them from iCloud Photo Library to a different cloud-based service like Dropbox so you can delete them but still access them from your phone or computer whenever…

HomePod Smart Speaker ($349) I’ve owned Apple’s smart speaker since its release in February of 2018. For most of that time, I’ve primarily used the HomePod in the same way I would any other wireless speaker. While it has excellent sound quality, it has a limited feature set compared to the Amazon Echo ($99.99), and I hadn’t found it useful in my day-to-day life. Once I set up my smart home though, that completely changed. The HomePod is now the command center for controlling every HomeKit-compatible device in my house. I also own an Amazon Echo, and I was surprised to find Home-Kit to be much easier to set up and use than Amazon’s smart home integrations. The Echo was difficult to set up and fails to execute my smart…

BlitzWolf BW-VR3 ($19.99-$24.99) This exceptionally comfortable headset features a unique, binocular-like lens adjusting system, whereby you twist manual dials to adjust the focus of the internal lenses (a great feature for anyone who wears glasses). While the headset is relatively lightweight and well-padded, the latch and clamp in the front compartment feel a tad flimsy, so you should handle with care. Notably, a detachable front door panel allows users to take advantage of AR apps as well. STAFF FAVORITE Dodo Smartvr ($39.95) This miniature, compact, and totally portable virtual reality viewer fits discreetly in your pocket or personal carryall. Its sturdy components fold down to the size of an iPhone SE. The Smartvr holds your iPhone securely in clamp slots and has a faceplate with a notch that rests on…

Joby GripTight One Magnetic Impulse Tripod ($59.95) The idea of carrying around anything remotely like a tripod in order to snap photos with your iPhone might sound excessive. But trust us, this phone mount is worth it. When trying to capture a group shot of the company in our ugly Christmas sweaters, this little guy was a lifesaver. Thanks to its three bendable legs and magnetic feet, it can hold your iPhone steady almost anywhere. Plus, it’s so small it’s barely noticeable in a bag or backpack. STAFF PICK Olloclip Mobile Photography Lenses ($54.99–$119.99) If you want to take your iPhone photography up a few notches, we definitely recommend checking out Olloclip’s line of attachable lenses. Whether you’re interested in macro shots of insects and flowers or wide-angle shots of…

Do you remember when the first smartphone came out? It was little more than a decade ago. A couple years later, my husband told me he wanted to upgrade from his old-school flip phone to an iPhone 4. Let me tell you, I was not on board. I remember complaining that he would be on it all the time—just like all our friends who had already converted. Fast forward to today, and I myself am a proud user of an iPhone X and am sad to say that my behaviors are probably worse than those of my friends all those years ago. “I WOULD GET THE OCCASIONAL TWINGE OF GUILT AFTER MINDLESSLY SCROLLING THROUGH INSTAGRAM WHILE MY KIDS WERE TRYING TO GET MY ATTENTION.” It took me a while to…

Even though I have three DSLR cameras and a variety of wide and telephoto lenses sitting on my shelf, I still prefer to shoot videos with my iPhone X. I used to do it to prove a point—that you can make quality videos with just your iPhone. But nowadays I shoot with my iPhone for other reasons I’ve discovered along the way. One of the biggest reasons I enjoy using my iPhone is that it lends itself better to intimate storytelling, which is important for the types of videos I like to make. I’ve found that when shooting with my iPhone versus a DSLR, my subjects act more natural. That’s because most everyone is familiar with iPhones. It’s like ordering mac and cheese at a restaurant. You’ve had it before,…

If you keep an iPhone for more than a year or two, you may notice it running slower over time. If that’s the case, this is a good article to save and reference whenever your device slows down too much. These tricks should work for every model of iPhone running any version of iOS. The next time you need to speed up your iPhone, we’ve got you covered. Here are seven little-known tricks to make your iPhone faster. One thing to note is that depending on your iPhone model, updating your iOS (and apps) can either slow down or speed up your device. If you have an iPhone 5S or 6, it may very well be true that updating could slow down your iPhone further. But for most people, the…

Marie Forleo’s B-School ($2,000) This is an unconventional product to feature, since it’s truly an online course. However, for any service-based or online business, B-School is a priceless investment. Marie Forleo and her team host the course once a year; but if you’ve paid once, you’ve paid for a lifetime. Which means that as the course is updated over the years, you’ll have access to the resources it offers forever. I took this course three years ago; what I learned was so thoroughly absorbed by my brain that it feels like a second language. With six modules, B-School covers your Profit Plan, Website, Communication, List Building, Offerings, and Marketing, plus incredible bonuses. Is it way out of your budget? Forleo also offers free scholarships to the program each year, so…

Donna Cleveland, Editor in Chief Audio-Technica Fully Automatic Wireless Stereo Turntable ($99-$149) There’s nothing quite like sipping a glass of cabernet and listening to records on a chilly night. That’s why I’ve been eyeing this Bluetooth-capable turntable from Audio-Technica as an early birthday present to myself. I’m looking forward to the warm sound of vinyl and the fun of collecting records, and also to the convenience of wirelessly connecting up to eight pairs of speakers to the record player at a time. Tamlin Day, Web Writer & Ad Trafficking Specialist Marvel’s Spider-Man on PS4 ($59.99-$79.99) I recently downloaded Marvel’s Spider-Man on my Sony Playstation 4, and I am having so much fun! All Spider-Man games are big, but this is the biggest game yet in terms of how deep the…

When Apple released the original iPhone back in 2007, you had three models to choose from: 4 GB, 8 GB, or 16 GB. Those were simpler times. There was only one color (black), and it was sold on one carrier (AT&T). While there was no App Store, Siri, or iCloud, there were also very few decisions you had to navigate. Fast forward to this September when Apple announced its new product lineup at the Steve Jobs theater, and the tech giant announced three new iPhones—the iPhone XS, the iPhone XS Max, and the iPhone XR. Each phone has a unique set of tradeoffs to analyze, not to mention the fact that Apple still sells the iPhone 8 and the iPhone 7. If you count all the generations, sizes, storage options,…

• Price: Starting at $399 for GPS and $499 for GPS + Cellular • Display size(s): 40 mm and 44 mm (measured vertically), replacing the 38 mm and 42 mm sizes of the Series 3, respectively • Storage capacity: 16 GB • RAM: Undisclosed • Processor: 64-bit dual-core S4, up to twice as fast as the Series 3 • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0 • Operating system: watchOS 5 • Battery life: Same 18-hour battery life as previous models • Screen type: OLED • Digital Crown: Now offers haptic feedback for responsiveness • Speaker: Louder speaker, which is great for the new Walkie Talkie feature and for phone calls…

1 Smart Homes Aren’t Cheap: I struggled to find budget-friendly items for this roundup. For example, a smart lightbulb costs roughly ten times that of a standard lightbulb. Some devices in this category, such as smart thermostats, can save you money in the long run; but for most smart home devices, you’re paying a premium for convenience. 2 Make HomeKit Compatibility a Priority: HomeKit makes smart home accessories much easier to use. Rather than having to use a separate app for each accessory, you can control all of them from the Home app. You can also create automation that involves multiple devices. Most importantly, you can use Siri to control your devices so that you don’t need to constantly be on your phone. 3 Smart Accessories Are Better Together: Smart…

Virtual Reality (VR) is a relatively new technology that surrounds viewers in 360 degrees of completely digitally generated environments. You can move your head around in three-dimensional space and experience a simulated world wherever you look: up, down, and side to side. Imagine being virtually transported to a rooftop as you perform parkour, or the Serengeti where you’re surrounded by a herd of elephants! The potential for VR is tremendous, and it’s still in its infancy! The fact that iOS apps, when paired with a VR headset, allow you to utilize VR is impressive in and of itself. That being said, the technology has a way to go before it truly mimics the real world. Currently VR on iOS suffers from mediocre graphics, partly because of the ultra-high resolution needed…

Whether you have a road trip coming up, a long commute to work, or just a series of errands to run around town, it’s nearly inevitable that you’ll spend some time every day in that home away from home: your car. No matter what your destination, there are a few car accessories that can help make daily driving for you and your passengers convenient, safe, and pleasant. From iPhone and iPad cases to emergency assistance devices, this car-tech roundup will introduce you to six of our top picks for auto accessories this year. STM Grace Powerbank 5,000 mAh ($49.95) I’ve long enjoyed my STM commuter backpack, but this product was my first foray into STM’s charging products, and I see a trend of high-quality manufacturing and ease of use here!…

Wedding planning can be difficult, but you’ll make it through by following this guide! When planning our wedding, I began noticing my then-fiancé seeming stressed all the time. I offered to help offload the work, and soon learned she’d been doing most everything by hand. I knew there had to be a better way, so I started playing around with apps to see which ones I liked the best (spoiler, it’s Trello!). Most other apps perform about the same; it’s just a matter of investing in one, whether that be the Knot, the WeddingWire, or Pinterest. HOW I USED TRELLO AND GOOGLE SHEETS TO PLAN MY WEDDING I wound up using two apps: Google Sheets (free) to create a budget and Trello (free) for the planning and checklists. Some apps…

Location: Hong Kong, China Bio: Marianne is a freelance travel writer, founder of family travel blog MumontheMove.com, and co-founder of family travel site LittleCityTrips.com. XE Currency: This app is essential for when I am traveling and need help working out the costs of hotels and other expenses before I go. Dropbox: As I travel so much, this is the best way for me to sync all my files and photos between my iMac, MacBook Air, and iPhone. Beanhunter: I use this app to help me find the best coffee shops around—from wherever I am in the world. Paperless: This app helps me stay super organized. I even have a packing list, which means I can pack last minute and still not forget any of the essentials.…

Nobody likes toll roads. If you’ve been to Disney World in Orlando, Florida, you know there’s a sneaky extra expense that comes, after the fun is over, when you try to leave. Luckily, you can navigate around those pesky wallet traps with your iPhone. Both Google Maps and Apple Maps offer alternate directions that allow you to take the (cheaper) scenic route and avoid toll roads. Avoiding toll roads is a smart way to prevent unnecessary extra expenses, especially when driving through cities you don’t know. Since GPS has a bird’s-eye view, it’s easy for both Google and Apple Maps to locate alternate roadways that will allow you to avoid toll roads. However, the two iOS apps offer different ways to do this. Google Maps has a handy function that…

Location: London, United Kingdom Age: 35 Bio: Crissy is an acclaimed designer and motion graphics artist for Vogue International, creating the company’s Snapchat Discover videos. Crissy previously worked with Sony and the BBC, as well as on Oscar-winning feature film Slumdog Millionaire and Golden Globe-winning television series Downton Abbey. Snapchat: I use this social media app to check, test, and view Vogue’s Snapchat videos, which I create for its Discover page. TunnelBear: This VPN app connects users to foreign internet settings. I use it to check Vogue’s Snapchat editions worldwide that I wouldn’t otherwise be able to view from the UK. Slack: I use this modern business communication tool to collaborate on projects and workflow within internal and external teams. Airtable: This business workflow system helps to…

3 Best Tripods for Your Smartphone Photography bit.ly/2x8GdG8 As a photographer, one of the most basic yet helpful extras you can buy is an iPhone tripod. It can help you get your best shots by stabilizing your iPhone, thereby eliminating unwanted movement and jiggling while you film or live stream. A tripod is also very handy when the time comes for a selfie or group shot. In this roundup, we recommend tripods that will help you take your filming and photography to the next level. How to Print Photos from Your iPhone bit.ly/2p4TzPh We’ve all seen the fancy photo-manipulating software and expensive printers that some amateur and professional photographers use, but what about those of us who just want to hit print on a family photo and get on…

iPhone XS • Price: Starting at $999 • Availability: September 21 • Finish choices: Gold, Silver, Space Gray • Display size: 5.8 inches • Display type: Super Retina edge-to-edge OLED with True Tone and 3D Touch • Waterproof rating: IP68 water resistance in up to two meters for up to 30 minutes (as opposed to one meter for the iPhone X and XR) • Storage capacity: 64 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB • Processor: A12 Bionic chip with next-generation Neural Engine • Battery: Lasts up to 30 minutes longer than iPhone X • Charging: Wireless and Lightning port • Dual SIM: Nano-SIM and eSIM • Camera: 60 percent greater dynamic range for photo color than the iPhone X, dual wide-angle and telephoto lens, Smart HDR, Wide Color Capture, 2X optical…

FOR THE RUGGED ADVENTURER Element Formula iPhone XS Case ($99.95) This decidedly rugged case packs high-quality and protective materials including carbon fiber and aluminum, resulting in a sturdy yet lightweight build. The biggest downside is that the sides are a bit bulky and don’t include raised bezels, making a glass screen protector a must (see page 28 for some good options). Perhaps my favorite feature of the Formula is its button covers. While many protective cases make it more difficult to control the volume and sleep/wake button, these button covers are precisely built for a satisfying clicking sensation when you press a button. Incipio Stashback Dockable Credit Card Case ($39.99) If you love to travel light, a wallet case is your new best friend. This option from Incipio is slim,…

Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart Toothbrush ($219.99) Our managing editor Rheanne recently made the switch from brushing her teeth manually to using this electric toothbrush, and she’s been amazed at what a difference it’s making in her routine. The brush syncs via Bluetooth with the Sonicare iPhone app, which helps her to make sure she doesn’t miss a spot, brush too hard and damage her gums, or get bored and cut the session short. Plus, we’ve found it’s hard to get that squeaky-clean feel left by an electric toothbrush from a regular-old manual version. Belkin Fitness Armband ($39.99) Listening to music or a podcast while jogging transforms what could be a slog into an adventure. That’s why I keep Belkin’s Fitness Armband and a pair of true wireless earbuds (see page…

Location: West Chester, Pennsylvania Age: 26 Bio: Justin is a consumer electronics expert and TV host who can be seen presenting products on the QVC network in the United States and the Shopping Channel in Canada. His personal website is JustinSochovka.com. 8fit: This app will coach you through workouts that you can do literally anywhere. The yearly subscription fee of $60 includes healthy recipes with more meals than you can ever imagine. Facebook Pages Manager: This gives me the opportunity to dive deep into the insights of the Facebook pages I manage. It also allows me to schedule out my posts ahead of time and keep my social media organized. Bumble: Constantly being on the move means there is little time for dating. Bumble is a great way…

Oh, winter. As much as I wish I could curl up in bed and hibernate like a bear, I still have as much to do during this season as any other. There are apps such as AccuWeather (free) to keep me informed about the forecast and the Winter Survival Kit (free) to help me prep my car or send for help when the weather gets scary. But in general, I just want my chilly days to be easy and enjoyable. Here are a few products and apps to make winter less of a hassle and more of a holiday. FOR GETTING COZY AT HOME Who doesn’t appreciate a hot drink on a cold blustery day? With the Ember Ceramic Mug ($79.95), I can enjoy coffee, tea, or apple cider without…

In 2018, I’m not certain it’s even possible to run a business without using a few essential apps. The broad range of functionality that iPhone and iPad apps offer improves a myriad of problems and daily tasks, including automating email, keeping all of your projects organized, building your brand, creating stunning promotional images, sending out invoices, and much more. From the more practical apps that help you with time management and taxes to the creative-but-essential apps that allow you to cultivate your company’s presence on the web and across social media, this list will be helpful to budding entrepreneurs across the board. My two personal favorites are Over, for creating promotional photos, and Trello, for staying on top of all the work small business owners need to do. Unsplash…

Do you have new habits you would like to create, but don’t know how to begin? Feel like you start working toward a new goal only to find that you can’t quite keep it going or reach a finishing point? Here’s a list of apps that can help anyone in the beginning, middle, or final stretch of forming a habit or completing a goal. Routinist (Free) For anyone concerned with efficiency, you can use this app to plan down to the minute how to accomplish your daily, weekly, or monthly goals. Simply create a habit in the app and enter the amount of time you want to spend on it. There’s a filter option to suggest how long to devote to each task. Notification alarms are optional, and my…