Apps

How to use the new automation triggers in Shortcuts

Updated Personal Automations in Shortcuts iPad

Automations in the Shortcuts app give you awesome ways to make tasks simpler. With automations, you can do things like open an app, play music, or make a phone call, all automatically based on triggers you set up.

The Shortcuts app offers both personal and home automations to make your life a little easier. And with iOS 14 and iPadOS 14, you have even more triggers available. Here, we’ll show you how to use some of these new personal automation triggers in Shortcuts.

How to use the improved Listen Now area in Podcasts on iPhone, iPad, and Mac

Pocasts Updated Listen Now iPad

With iOS 14, iPadOS 14, and macOS Big Sur came many enhancements and new features to your favorite and most used apps. And if you enjoy the Podcasts app, you’ll be glad to know this one was not overlooked.

While Podcasts didn’t receive a major overhaul or new slew of features, what it did get will make your experience just that much better. The Listen Now section of the Podcasts app is smarter than ever and here we’ll show you how.