Cody Lee

Cody Lee, iDownloadBlog.com’s longest-serving Editor, joined the site in 2008. He specializes in uncovering the best deals on Apple products, apps, and accessories. With years of experience in technology journalism, Cody helps readers save money while staying informed about the latest trends and updates in the Apple ecosystem. Cody’s history with smartphones goes almost as far back as he does. As the son of a Nokia employee, he was exposed early on to handsets like the N91 and the Communicator. He has since been involved in nearly every aspect of the mobile phone industry. While going to college, he worked at a Nokia factory, building handsets, and later moved on to a sales position at a major wireless carrier.

First beta of iOS 11.3 now available to public testers

Cody Lee ∙ January 25, 2018

Apple has made the first beta of the upcoming iOS 11.3 update, seeded yesterday to developers, available for public beta testers. Those in the Beta Software Program can download 11.3 from Apple's website or via iOS' over-the-air update mechanism.

Apple seeds first beta of watchOS 4.3 to developers

Cody Lee ∙ January 25, 2018

Apple on Thursday seeded the first beta of watchOS 4.3 to developers (build number is 15T5165e). The update can be installed by registered developers using the Apple Watch app on an iPhone running the iOS 11.3 beta (which, as of today, is available to public beta testers as well).

Apple releases iOS 11.2.5, watchOS 4.2.2, macOS 10.13.3 and tvOS 11.2.5

Cody Lee ∙ January 23, 2018

Apple on Tuesday released iOS 11.2.5, watchOS 4.2.2, macOS 10.13.3 and tvOS 11.2.5 to the public, after more than a month of beta testing. Users can install the updates using each platform's respective over-the-air update mechanism, or you can visit our Downloads page.

Moonshot, Workout Sessions, Portrait Mode Plus, and other apps to check out this weekend

Cody Lee ∙ Updated October 17, 2018

This week's edition of our Apps of the Week roundup features a new app for jotting down and following through with ideas, a workout tracker, and a Portrait Mode enhancer. And as always, we've selected two great new games for you to check out.

Apple: iOS 11 now installed on 65% of devices

Cody Lee ∙ January 19, 2018

Apple on Friday shared the most recent iOS 11 adoption rate figures through its App Store dashboard page for developers. According to data taken as recently as January 18, Apple's latest mobile operating system is now installed on 65% of compatible devices.

Apple seeds watchOS 4.2.2 beta 5, macOS 10.13.3 beta 6, and iOS 11.2.5 beta 7

Cody Lee ∙ January 19, 2018

Apple on Friday seeded watchOS 4.2.2 beta 5, macOS 10.13.3 beta 6, and iOS 11.2.5 beta 7 to developers. Registered developers can install the new betas from Apple's Developer Center, or by using each platform's respective over-the-air updating mechanism.

Apple announces plans for new campus, $350 billion boost to U.S. economy

Cody Lee ∙ January 17, 2018

Apple on Wednesday announced plans to bolster the U.S. economy over the next 5 years through job creation and other new investments. According to the press release, those plans include building a new corporate campus, creating 20,000 new jobs, and devoting some $350 billion in total resources over the next 5 years.

Apple seeds sixth betas of iOS 11.2.5 and tvOS 11.2.5

Cody Lee ∙ January 17, 2018

Apple on Wednesday seeded the sixth betas of iOS 11.2.5 and tvOS 11.2.5 to developers. Registered developers can install the new betas from Apple's Developer Center, or by using each platform's respective over-the-air updating mechanism.

Apple seeds fifth beta of macOS High Sierra 10.13.3

Cody Lee ∙ January 16, 2018

Apple on Tuesday seeded the fifth beta of macOS High Sierra 10.13.3 to developers. The update can be installed by registered developers using the Mac App Store's update mechanism.

Kiyo, J-A-M, WSH LST, and other apps worth checking out this weekend

Cody Lee ∙ Updated October 17, 2018

This week's edition of our Apps of the Week roundup features a new kind of social media app, an app that lets you shake your iPhone to create music and a wish list for the App Store. And as always, we've selected two great new games for you to check out.

Apple seeds fifth beta of tvOS 11.2.5

Cody Lee ∙ January 12, 2018

Apple on Friday seeded the fifth beta of tvOS 11.2.5. The update comes just a few days after beta 4 was released, and it can be downloaded on the Apple TV by registered developers who have installed the appropriate profile via Xcode.

Apple seeds fifth beta of iOS 11.2.5

Cody Lee ∙ January 11, 2018

Apple on Thursday seeded the fifth beta of iOS 11.2.5 to developers. Registered developers can install the new beta from Apple’s Developer Center, or by using the over-the-air update mechanism in iOS.