Lory Gil

Writer of all things app related, traveler of the space-time continuum, baker of really great cookies. Follow me @appaholik

Multi-Angle DODOcase for iPad Air 2 is a folio with style

Lory Gil ∙ Updated November 5, 2017

Today's accessory spotlight series is on folio cases for the iPad Air 2. In this series, we provide information on a variety of different accessories for iPhone and iPad to help you pick the right item for your needs. We choose the products in this series because of their significant consumer rating, even though we may not have tested them ourselves.

Dodo makes high quality, executive style folio cases for all models of the iPad. Current US president, Barack Obama has been spotted with a DODOcase in the past. We want to tell you about the company's most popular model, the Multi-Angle DODOcase, which has a sleek, business-like look, but also has useful functionality.

The best wallet cases for iPhone 6s

Lory Gil ∙ December 28, 2015

By now, you've probably noticed that we've been publishing accessory spotlight posts to provide you with a variety of options for your personal tastes. We weed through the muck and filter the best accessories, based on their popularity and consumer ratings.

Today, we've got a roundup of top wallet cases that have been highly rated and hugely popular amongst iPhone 6s owners. If you don't see your favorite on the list, please share it with us in the comment section below.

House of Marley’s Chant Sport is a speaker that fits in your cup holder

Lory Gil ∙ December 28, 2015

Welcome to another edition of our accessory spotlight series. We want to present you with a well-rounded variety of accessories for your iPhone or iPad so you can find what is just right for you. Many of these products are not new, but are spotlighted here because of their high consumer ratings. Today's category is portable mini Bluetooth speakers.

This year, speaker maker House of Marley launched a new cylindrical speaker that packs a punch for its diminutive size and costs much less that others in its category. It is shaped like a soda can and blasts your tunes in multiple directions.

Cream Mobile, Flight Unlimited, Littlstar, and more apps to check out this weekend

Lory Gil ∙ Updated January 28, 2019

Now that the festivities of the holidays are winding down, it is easier to sit back and reflect on everything we've been through this year. Apple released a number of new and innovative products in 2015, and we have been lucky enough to get our hands on them.

If you unwrapped an iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPad Pro, Apple Watch, or Apple TV this year, you are probably looking for some content to fill those folders. We've got a list of apps and games that will give you something to do while you let the family settle.

The best apps and games for new Apple Watch owners

Lory Gil ∙ Updated October 16, 2018

So, Santa left you a little gift under the Christmas tree in the form of Apple Watch and now you want to know what apps and games you should start off with. Lucky for you, we have recent experience at being new to Apple Watch, as well as about eight months worth of knowing which titles we think are perfect for beginners.

So, if you have just unwrapped your Apple Watch and want to know what you should add first, we have a list of the best 10 apps and games for you.

The best apps and games for new Apple TV users

Lory Gil ∙ Updated April 19, 2018

If Santa (or maybe your hard-working, thoughtful spouse) brightened your holiday with Apple's fourth-generation set-top box this year, you've got a big surprise in store for you. Not only can you watch your favorite movies and television shows from such apps as Netflix, Hulu Plus, and HBO Go, but Apple TV 4 has also been updated with its own App Store full of interesting content for your big screen.

If you just unwrapped a new Apple TV and are wondering where to start, we've created a list of the 10 best apps and games for new users.

The best accessories for new iPhone and iPad owners

Lory Gil ∙ Updated May 9, 2018

Now that you have your brand new iPhone 6s or 6s Plus, or maybe iPad Air 2 or iPad Pro (or both, for that matter), you'll need some accessories to go with your new gadgets. Cases are a must have for protection, but there are lots of ways to compliment the look and productivity of your iOS device.

We've got a list of our 10 favorite accessories for the iPhone and iPad. But, keep in mind that everyone is different and what we think is perfect, might not fit your needs. If you have favorite accessories for the iPhone and iPad, please feel free to include them in the comments.

The best apps for new iPhone and iPad users

Lory Gil ∙ Updated April 19, 2018

It is hard to imagine that there are still people out there that haven't had, at least some experience with an iOS device. However, we know that there are plenty of smartphone and tablet users that are making the transition from another platform to Apple this year.

To celebrate your new adventure into the world of Apple, we've come up with a list of 10 must-have apps and games for you to download onto your iPhone or iPad after it is fresh out of the box.

10 games to play with the family over Christmas

Lory Gil ∙ Updated October 16, 2018

If your family is coming to visit, or if you are headed home for the holidays, you may be in need of some festivities that will keep any opinionated uncles from talking about politics and religion.

One way to keep things light is to participate in good old-fashioned family game night. Whether you pass-and-play on the iPad, compete via Game Center on your iPhone, grab two controllers for Apple TV 4, or simply pull out a tabletop board game from grandma's dusty closet, we have some suggestions for keeping spirits bright as you while away the evenings this holiday season.

Our favorite music and movies to celebrate the holidays

Lory Gil ∙ Updated April 19, 2018

As the holidays approach, we wanted to share with you some of our favorite holiday traditions. In addition to guzzling eggnog and mixing up hot toddies, we like to settle in with our families, watching classic Christmas movies and spinning our top choices for hall-decking tunes.

Hopefully, these recommendations will spark inspiration for you and give you something to fill the cold winter nights with friends and family as you celebrate the holiday season. Feel free to let us know what your favorites are so other iDB readers (and us, too) can add them to our yearly traditions.

Wild Weather: when a weather app meets beautiful illustrations

Lory Gil ∙ Updated April 19, 2018

There are full-featured weather apps that have Doppler radar, live storm trackers, and all the bleeps and blips you can think of. They give you up-to-the-minute conditions so you are always ready for the slightest movement of clouds.

And, then there is Wild Weather, which is about as minimalist as you can get, when it comes to features, but looks so good that you just want to keep checking the temperature every few minutes, anyway.

Adobe Post, Grayout, Swingdo, and more apps to check out this weekend

Lory Gil ∙ Updated February 15, 2023

I know most of you are probably still reeling from the Star Wars VII launch this weekend (I am literally writing this article while sitting in line, waiting to see it), but the world still continues and the App Store is still open. If you aren't spending every waking moment watching the sequel to the most popular sci-fi movie in the world (or if you are sitting in line, wondering if there is anything new to play with while you wait), we've got a list of apps and games that you should check out.