Jason Rich's Featured App of the Week
40 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago -A weekly, non-technical, easy-to-understand podcast that showcases some of the newest, most innovative, and exciting mobile apps available for the Apple iPhone smartphone.
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Episodes
Discover Apple AirTags and Find Lost Items Fast
May 06, 2021 17:00 - 6 minutes - 4.51 MBThis episode of Featured App of the Week focuses on the new Apple AirTag Bluetooth trackers and how they can be used with any compatible Apple iPhone to find and recover lost items. For more information about Apple AirTags, visit Apple's website at: https://www.apple.com/airtag. Other tracking devices discussed within this episode include: Tile - https://www.thetileapp.com/en-us Samsung SmartTags - https://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/mobile-accessories/phones/samsung-galaxy-smart-tag-1-p...
Transform Your Home Into a Smart Home Quickly and Inexpensively with the Help of Your Smartphone
April 02, 2021 18:00 - 8 minutes - 5.71 MBThis episode of Featured App of the Week focuses on how to quickly, easily, and inexpensively transform your home into a smart home, and then use your smartphone or tablet to control your smart devices and appliances from virtually anywhere in the world via an Internet connection. The products and services mentioned within this episode include: Apple Home Kit - https://www.apple.com/shop/accessories/all/homekit Philips Hue Smart Lighting - https://www.philips-hue.com/en-us Google Nest Th...
Discover How to Use Your Smartphone with Your Vehicle: An Introduction to CarPlay and Android Auto
January 28, 2021 19:00 - 7 minutes - 5.23 MBThis episode of Featured App of the Week offers an introduction to Apple CarPlay (iPhone) and Android Auto (Android-based smartphones), which are features that allow you to safely use your smartphone in your vehicle while you're driving. To learn more about Apple CarPlay and its compatibility with your vehicle, visit: www.apple.com/ios/carplay. To learn more about Android Auto and its compatibility with your vehicle, visit: www.android.com/auto. To discover how to consistently take profes...
Smartphone Apps Ideal for the Holidays
November 29, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.2 MBThis episode of Featured App of the Week focuses on a selection of mobile apps that you may find useful during the holiday season. The apps featured within this episode include: Christmas Gift List Tracker - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/christmas-gift-list-tracker/id1444504033 Christmas: Coloring Pages - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/christmas-coloring-pages/id1320599828 Decorate Your Christmas Tree - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/decorate-your-christmas-tree/id1315359929 Scout Elf Idea...
Digital Photo Editing Tips Using Your iPhone or iPad
November 16, 2020 22:00 - 9 minutes - 6.3 MBThis episode of Featured App of the Week focuses on easy strategies for editing and enhancing your digital photos on an iPhone or iPad, using the Apple Photos app, as well as optional third-party apps, like Photoshop Express Photo Editor, Pixelmator, and Touch/Retouch. To purchase, download, and read Jason Rich's new ebook, iPhone 12 Pro Max Digital Photography from Apple Books (to read on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac), please click here. To purchase, download, and read Jason Rich's new eBook, ...
Take Professional-Quality Photos Using Your New iPhone or iPad
November 12, 2020 20:00 - 8 minutes - 5.71 MBThis episode focuses on how to use the Camera app that comes preinstalled with iOS 14 to take eye-catching, professional-quality photos using your Apple iPhone or Apple iPad. These quick tips will help you quickly enhance your picture taking skills. If you're a new iPhone 12 Pro or Phone 12 Pro Max user, the information in this episode will be particularly useful. To purchase, download, and install the iPhone 12 Pro Max Digital Photography eBook written by Jason R. Rich from Apple Books (...
Apple's New iPhone 12 Smartphone: Which Model Is Right for You?
October 21, 2020 17:00 - 8 minutes - 5.92 MBThis episode of Featured App of the Week focuses on the new Apple iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max. Discover which smartphone model is right for you if you're thinking about upgrading. As always, the content offered within this podcast is unbiased and independent. For more information about Apple products, including the new Apple iPhone 12 models (and released accessories), visit Apple's website at: https://www.apple.com/iphone. Thanks for listening! Please ...
Should You Buy the New Apple Watch 6? Discover What You Need to Know About Apple Watch
September 22, 2020 22:00 - 9 minutes - 6.58 MBThis episode of Featured App of the Week focuses on the new Apple Watch 6 smartwatch, the WatchOS 7 operating system, and what you need to understand about the Apple Watch in general (including how it works in conjunction with the Apple iPhone). This episode also covers the differences between the GPS Only and GPS + Cellular versions of the latest Apple Watch models. Plus, you'll learn about useful features, like Sleep Monitoring, Blood Oxygen Level monitoring, Emergency SOS, and Fall Detec...
Chronicle Your Life Using a Digital Diary Mobile App, Such As Jour: Journal for Mindfulness, On Your Smartphone or Tablet
September 10, 2020 19:00 - 8 minutes - 6.03 MBFrom this podcast episode, you'll discover a collection of optional digital diary mobile apps for your Apple iPhone, Apple iPad, or Android-based mobile device that will help you to easily chronicle your life; record your goals, thoughts, and dreams; and/or analyze your feelings and emotions. The mobile apps and services featured within this episode of Featured App of the Week include: Jour: Journal for Mindfulness - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/jour-journal-for-mindfulness/id1439590239 ...
Family Organizer Apps, Like Cozi Family Organizer, Can Make Managing the Hectic Lives of Your Family Members Easier
August 30, 2020 23:00 - 6 minutes - 4.2 MBDiscover smartphone and tablet apps that will make managing your busy family a bit easier. Use optional mobile apps to improve communication, stay organized, and more easily juggle a wide range of responsibilities. This episode of Featured App of the Week focuses on ways to use your Apple iPhone, Apple iPad, or Android-based mobile device as a powerful family management and organizational tool. The apps and services featured within this episode include: Apple Notes, Reminders, Calendar, ...
Word Processing Apps for Smartphones and Tablets That Are Ideal for Teleworkers (Remote Workers)
August 17, 2020 03:00 - 8 minutes - 5.88 MBThe focus of this episode of Featured App of the Week is on introducing you to some of the most popular (optional) word processing apps available for your Apple iPhone, Apple iPad, or Android-based mobile device. The mobile apps and services featured within this episode include: Microsoft Word / Microsoft 365 - www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365 Apple Pages / Apple iWork - www.apple.com/pages Google Docs - Google G Suite - www.google.com/docs/about OfficeSuite & PDF Editor - www.offi...
Discover Smartphone and Tablet Apps That'll Give You a Green Thumb When Raising Houseplants
August 10, 2020 00:00 - 7 minutes - 5.4 MBThis episode of Featured App of the Week focuses on mobile apps that will teach you how to care for any types of houseplants with ease. You'll discover how to shop for plants online, and then identify and successfully care for them using optional apps for your Apple iPhone, Apple iPad, or Android-based mobile device. The mobile apps and websites featured within this episode include: Picture This: Plant Identifier - www.picturethisai.com PlantSnap Plant Identification - www.plantsnap.com ...
Discover Mobile Apps That'll Help With Your Home Improvement and DIY Projects
August 02, 2020 18:00 - 8 minutes - 5.88 MBThis episode of Featured App of the Week focuses on apps that can help you achieve greater success when embarking on any type of home improvement or DIY project. The apps and services featured within this episode include: YouTube - www.YouTube.com Home Depot - www.homedepot.com/c/SF_Mobile_Shopping Ace Hardware - www.acehardware.com/mobileapp Lowe's Hardware - www.lowes.com/l/download-apps.html Angie's List - www.angieslist.com Thumbtack - www.thumbtack.com HomeAdvisor: Find A Contra...
Useful Smartphone and Tablet Mobile Apps for Dog Owners and Pet Parents
July 25, 2020 18:00 - 7 minutes - 5.5 MBAttention pet owners...This episode of the Featured App of the Week podcast has literally gone to the dogs! Its focus is on showcasing a collection mobile apps that canine parents will definately find useful. The apps featured in this episode are available for the Apple iPhone and iPad from the App Store. If you are an Android-based mobile device user, obtain these apps from the Google Play Store. The mobile apps discuss in this episode include: Petfinder Adorable Pets - www.petfinder.co...
Use Your Mobile Device and a Password Manager App to Help You Keep Track Of Your Many Account Usernames and Passwords
July 12, 2020 22:00 - 9 minutes - 6.49 MBThe focus of this episode of Jason Rich's Featured App if the Week is on ways to keep track of and remember all of your online account usernames and passwords. While there are many ways to do this, one of the easiest and most secure is to use an optional password manager app in conjunction with your smartphone or tablet. The mobile apps and online services mentioned within this episode include: 1Password - https://1password.com Dashlane - www.dashlane.com Apple's iCloud Keychain - https:...
AKASO Brave 7 LE: A Low-Cost Alternative to a GoPro Action Camera That Works Seamlessly with Smartphones and Tablets
July 06, 2020 03:00 - 7 minutes - 5.19 MBThis episode of Featured App of the Week focuses on the GoPro HERO8 Black and the AKASO Brace 7 LE action cameras that both work in conjunction with the Apple iPhone, Apple iPad, and most Android-based mobile devices. These tiny, lightweight action cameras are waterproof, and can be used in a wide range of harsh climates to shoot 4K HD video or high-resolution digital images from a first- or third-person perspective. As you'll discover, both cameras offer similar features and functions, bu...
Must Have Mobile Apps for Drivers and Road Trippers
June 27, 2020 22:00 - 8 minutes - 5.88 MBThis episode of Featured App of the Week focuses on a collection of useful mobile apps you can use while operating your car. Whether you're commuting to work, taking a leisurely drive, or experiencing along road trip, the apps featured in this episode will help you save time, save money, and make navigation easier. You'll also learn about Apple CarPlay (for iPhone users) and Android Auto (for Android-based mobile device users). The mobile apps and services featured within this episode inclu...
Use Mobile Apps Like Yummly to Discover New Recipes and Enhance Your Cooking Skills
June 24, 2020 02:00 - 7 minutes - 5.06 MBThe focus of this episode of Featured App of the Week is on how to find, organize, and utilize free and low cost recipes using mobile apps on your smartphone or tablet. You'll learn all about apps like Yummly, for example. Apple iPhone, iPad, and Android-based mobile apps and online services featured within this episode include: DoorDash - www.DoorDash.com GrubHub - www.GrubHub.com Hello Fresh - www.hellofresh.com Home Chef - www.homechef.com Martha Stewart & Marley Spoon - https://mar...
Declutter Your Home and Easily Sell Your Used Stuff Using Optional Apps On Your Smartphone or Tablet
June 17, 2020 21:00 - 6 minutes - 4.54 MBThe focus of this episode of Featured App of the Week is on how to easily sell your used stuff (such as clothing, consumer electronics, antiques, furniture, collectibles, or jewelry) using your mobile device. The apps and services featured within this episode include: Facebook Marketplace - www.facebook.com/marketplace (or via the Facebook mobile app for iPhone, iPad, or Android-based mobile devices). Offer Up (iPhone/iPad Version) - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/offerup-buy-sell-simple/i...
Use Your Smartphone or Tablet As An Investment Portfolio Management Tool To Become An Investor
June 09, 2020 04:00 - 5 minutes - 3.52 MBThis episode of the Featured App of the Week podcast explains how to use optional mobile apps, such as Robinhood or Acorns in order to easily establish and manage an investment portfolio, starting with a very small financial commitment. These apps are ideal for first-time investors who want to learn how to dabble in the stock market, for example. Mobile explains mentioned within this episode include: Robinhood (iOS) - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/robinhood-invest-save-earn/id938003185 Ro...
Use the Collection of Free Google Mobile Apps On Your Smartphone or Tablet to Enhance Your Productivity
June 02, 2020 20:00 - 9 minutes - 6.58 MBThis episode of Jason Rich's Featured App of the Week focuses on the free apps developed by Google that can be used with your Apple iPhone, Apple iPad, or Android-based mobile device. For more information about all of the optional Google mobile apps, visit: https://get.google.com/apptips/apps. To create and manage a free Google Account, visit this website: https://myaccount.google.com. The following are the apps and services discussed during this episode: Google App for iOS (Features Go...
Use Microsoft's Powerful Apps to Become More Productive Using Your Smartphone or Tablet
May 28, 2020 23:00 - 9 minutes - 6.73 MBFrom this episode of Jason Rich's Featured App of the Week, you'll learn all about the optional mobile apps from Microsoft that can be used to enhance your productivity when using your Apple iPhone, Apple iPad, or Android-based mobile device. The Microsoft mobile apps covered within this episode include: Microsoft OneDrive Microsoft 365 apps - Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc. Microsoft Teams Skype Microsoft OneNote Microsoft Edge Microsoft SharePoint Microsoft To Do Microsoft...
Discover Ways to Use Your Smartphone's Rear-Facing Cameras Beyond Taking Digital Photos
May 25, 2020 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.63 MBThis episode of Jason Rich's Featured App of the Week explores some of the ways you can use your smartphone's rear-facing camera, beyond just taking photos. This includes using the Goole Lens feature of the free Google app to identify objects, locations, artwork, or products, for example. From this episode you'll also discover how to use your Apple iPhone or Android-based smartphone's rear-facing camera to identify and read QR codes, as well as how to transform your mobile device into a ha...
Use Your Smartphone As a Weight Loss and Fitness Tool
May 22, 2020 03:00 - 6 minutes - 4.63 MBThis episode of Jason Rich's Featured App of the Week focuses on app-based weight loss and fitness apps, from companies including: Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig, SlimFast, and Noom. Discover how you can use your Apple iPhone or Android-based smartphone as a powerful weight loss, dieting, and/or fitness tool. Apps and services featured within this episode include: Weight Watchers - www.weightwatchers.com/us/how-it-works/ww-app Jenny Craig - www.jennycraig.com/digital-tools SlimFast - https...
Must Have Mobile Apps for Remote Workers (Telecommuters)
May 07, 2020 21:00 - 8 minutes - 6 MBThis episode of Jason Rich's Featured App of the Week focuses on apps ideal for use by remote workers (telecommuters). For people working from home, you'll learn about smartphone apps that can help you stay connected with your employer, collaborate with your coworkers, stay organized, manage your time, and become a better communicator. Mobile Apps Featured Within This Episode The mobile apps discussed within this episode are available from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android)...
When Should You Upgrade Your iPhone? Expert Advice and Smartphone Upgrade Tips
May 04, 2020 02:00 - 8 minutes - 5.6 MBEvery Fall, Apple introduces as least one new iPhone model, as well as a major update to its iOS operating system. If you're wondering when and if you should upgrade your iPhone, this episode of Jason Rich's Featured App of the Week offers some useful advice and tips. You'll also learn all about the new 5G cellular service networks that are launching around the world, and discover tips for keeping your iPhone's iOS and apps up to date. Meanwhile, thanks to iOS 13 (and later), it's now pos...
How to Play Multiplayer Board Games on Your Smartphone with Other People
April 25, 2020 18:00 - 7 minutes - 4.96 MBDiscover how to play traditional and classic board games, like Hasbro's Monopoly, UNO, Scrabble, Risk, The Game of Life, Battleship, Yahtzee, Boggle, and Clue; as well as classic board games, like chess, checkers, backgammon, bingo, and dominos; with other people using your smartphone. Many of the board games you know and love have been adapted into multiplayer mobile apps that you can experience against other players who are located anywhere in the world. So if you're home alone (social di...
Follow the Latest News Headlines Using Apple's Free News App on Your iPhone
April 14, 2020 19:00 - 7 minutes - 5.22 MBTo keep up-to-date on the latest news headlines, and to create a personalized news feed that includes only news stories and information you're interested in, consider using the free Apple News app that comes preinstalled on your iPhone. (It also works with the Apple iPad and all Macs.) This episode of Jason Rich's Featured App of the Week explains how to use the Apple News app for free, discusses why you might want to pay for the optional Apple News+ service, and mentions a few other option...
Learn How to Listen to Podcasts (for Free) Using Your Smartphone
April 12, 2020 17:00 - 7 minutes - 5.49 MBThis episode explains how to find and enjoy your favorite podcasts using your iPhone, iPad, or Android-based mobile device. You'll learn about the Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts mobile apps, as well as optional podcast player apps, such as: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, TuneIn, Overcast, and SoundCloud. Using a smartphone or tablet to enjoy your favorite podcasts allow you to listen on-demand, whenever and wherever you want. There are more than 900,000 podcasts available. fo...
Listen to Audiobooks (Sometimes for Free) Using Your iPhone
April 10, 2020 21:00 - 7 minutes - 4.87 MBThis episode explores the various services you can use to acquire and listen to fiction and non-fiction, full-length audiobooks using your smartphone. In some cases, the audiobooks are available for free. However, in other cases, a purchase or service subscription fee is required. The audiobook services (and related apps) covered within this episode include: Apple Books - www.apple.com/apple-books Barnes and Noble (Nook Audiobooks) - www.nookaudiobooks.com Google Play Books - https://pla...
Watch TV Shows and Movies on Your Smartphone Using Video Streaming Services Like Quibi, Netflix, and Hulu
April 09, 2020 20:00 - 8 minutes - 6.22 MBWatch TV shows and movies directly from your smartphone or tablet! Discover how to use subscription-based video streaming services, like Quibi, Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video from your iPhone, iPad, or Android-based mobile device using specialized apps that are available from the App Store. This episode of Jason Rich's Featured App of the Week covers the following video streaming services: Quibi - https://quibi.com Netflix - www.netflix.com Hulu - www.hulu.com Amazon Prime Video ...
Discover How to Manage Your Prescription Medications and Save Money Using Apps on Your iPhone
April 08, 2020 17:00 - 6 minutes - 4.57 MBIn this episode, you'll learn about iPhone apps that allow you to lower your prescription medication costs, manage your prescriptions, learn more about the medications you're taking, and get reminders from your smartphone about when to take your various medications. Some of the apps you'll learn about within this episode, and that are available from the iPhone's App Store, include: GoodRx - www.goodrx.com PocketRx - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pocketrx-refill-medications/id1281037910 P...
Use the Credit Karma Online Service and Mobile App to Check Your Credit Scores and Improve Your Credit Rating...For Free
April 07, 2020 17:00 - 6 minutes - 4.58 MBDiscover how to use the Credit Karma online service and mobile app to better manage and potentially improve your overall credit rating and credit stores, plus obtain free weekly credit scores and utilize Credit Karma's credit monitoring service...all for free! During these difficult and uncertain financial times (due to the COVID-19 pandemic), the Credit Karma service offers a free toolkit that's both extremely useful and highly informative. It's also easy-to-use, and you don't need to be ...
How to Easily Add a Second (Work) Phone Line to Your iPhone
April 06, 2020 17:00 - 6 minutes - 4.41 MBWith so many people working remotely or running a small business from their homes, it's become increasingly more important for people to utilize multiple phone numbers using their single smartphone. From this episode, you'll discover how to easily add a second, fully-functional, virtual phone number to your existing Apple iPhone both quickly and inexpensively. Some of the services you'll learn about from this episode include: Tresta - https://www.tresta.com Ring Central - https://www.r...
Use Apps to Conveniently Have Restaurants Deliver Meals Directly to Your Home
April 04, 2020 18:00 - 6 minutes - 4.54 MBIn this episode, you'll discover smartphone apps, like Door Dash, Grub Hub, Postmates, and Uber Eats, that have teamed up with restaurants in your community so you can place and pay for your food orders directly from the app, and then have your meals delivered right to your door - often with no contact with the door delivery driver. Especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, using a food delivery service offers a safe and convenient way to enjoy food from your favorite restaurants, without h...
Using Mobile Apps to Reduce Stress, Anxiety and Depression During the COVID-19 Pandemic and Beyond
April 03, 2020 18:00 - 5 minutes - 4.08 MBThis episode explores some of the apps available for your iPhone that can help you reduce your stress, anxiety, and/or depression as you deal with the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. Discover how to use your iPhone to help you learn and practice medication or yoga, for example, plus learn to adopt healthier fitness and dietary routines, even if you're stuck at home. If you're suffering from sever anxiety or depression, don't just rely on an app! Seek out immediate help from a licensed docto...
Shop Online From Home (or Anywhere) Using the Amazon Mobile App
April 02, 2020 16:00 - 5 minutes - 3.6 MBAs we all deal with the COVID-19 pandemic, it's a good strategy to stay at home as much as possible and to avoid visiting retail stores in person. One solution to this is to shop online. You should definitely continue to support your favorite local retailers by using their respective websites or proprietary mobile apps to do your shopping. When it comes to accessing a selection of literally millions of personal and household products, however, one easy solution is to use the Amazon mobile ...
Using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) When Surfing the Internet with Your Smartphone Using Wi-Fi
April 02, 2020 00:00 - 5 minutes - 4 MBThis episode explains what a Virtual Private Network (VPN) is, what it does, and how to use it with a smartphone. Discover how to enhance your privacy and security using a VPN service, such as NordVPN, Norton Secure VPN, CyberGhost VPN, McAffe Safe VPN, or ExpressVPN when accessing the Internet via a Wi-Fi hotspot. Also learn about optional web browsers, like DuckDuckGo, that offer enhanced privacy features when surfing the Internet using your Apple iPhone or Android-based smartphone, for ...
Discover Telemedine Apps and the COVID-19 App for Your iPhone
March 31, 2020 21:00 - 9 minutes - 6.27 MBBeing able to communicate with a board certified doctor or licensed therapist without leaving your home is more important than ever during this difficult time, since we're required to self-quarantine in order to stay healthy and avoid the Coronavirus pandemic. This episode of Jason Rich's Featured App of the Week offers information about Apple's new COVID-19 app, as well as a handful of independently operated telemedicine apps that allow you to make virtual face-to-face contact with a docto...
Introduction to Featured App of the Week
March 31, 2020 16:00 - 1 minute - 1.34 MBIf you're an iPhone user, discover what Jason Rich's Featured App of the Week is all about and why you should be listening to this informative, unbiased, and up-beat podcast.