iOS 822: Blast From the App Past - Classic iPhone Apps That Have Stood the Test of Time
Summary
In this episode of iOS Today, hosts Rosemary and Dan Moran discuss "blast from the past" apps that have endured since the early days of the App Store. They highlight long-standing favorites like pCalc, TV Forecast, NetNewsWire, and iXit, praising their longevity and continued utility. The conversation also covers recent iOS 27 news, including security updates and delayed features like automatic password changes. Finally, they share hardware picks, such as a budget label maker and a retractable USB-C cable, before wrapping up with a reminder to keep devices updated.
Topics discussed
Intro: Retro apps and Halloween banter
Nostalgia: Waiting in line for the first iPhone
PCalc: A day-one calculator app still in use
TV Forecast: Tracking shows since the TV Guide era
IMDb: Long-running movie and TV database
NetNewsWire: RSS reader with iCloud sync
Wikipedia: Basic app for research and sources
Sponsor: DeleteMe privacy service
Lose It: Calorie counter and weight loss tracker
iFirstAid: Offline emergency medical guide
iXit: Road trip info and rest stop finder
Angry Birds 1st Flight: Original game revival
Simply Enough: Shakespeare's complete works app
Sponsor: NetSuite Next AI business guide
News: iOS 27 updates and security fixes
News: Apple Watch band milestone and tips
News: Delayed iOS 27 features and password changes
Gear: Label maker for organizing cables
Gear: UGREEN retractable USB-C cable
Outro: Guest links and show resources
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