iOS 761: Screen Time Controls - Downtime, Communication Safety, & more
This episode explores the comprehensive Screen Time system in iOS, covering everything from basic usage tracking to advanced restrictions and parental controls. The hosts also tackle a unique automation challenge involving motorcycles and garage doors, while sharing their latest app and gadget discoveries. Screen Time Overview - Introduction to iOS's built-in digital wellness system that tracks usage across all Apple devices and syncs settings when enabled Screen Distance Feature - New safety feature that alerts users when holding their iPhone or iPad too close to their face, helping prevent eye strain and myopia App and Website Activity - Detailed tracking system that provides weekly reports and insights about screen usage patterns across all connected devices Downtime Scheduling - Feature that restricts device access to only approved apps and phone calls during specified hours, perfect for sleep schedules App Limits - Granular controls allowing users to set daily time limits for specific apps or entire categories like games or social media Always Allowed Apps - Designated apps that remain accessible even during downtime, including emergency contacts and essential utilities Communication Controls - Settings that manage who can contact the user during screen time restrictions and downtime periods Communication Safety - Apple's new feature that automatically detects and warns about potentially inappropriate images before they're viewed Content and Privacy Restrictions - Comprehensive parental controls covering app installations, purchases, web content, and various iOS features Feedback Motorcycle Garage Door Automation - Mike seeks help creating a shortcut to automatically open his garage door when arriving home on his motorcycle App Caps DailyArt App - Mikah recommends an award-winning app that showcases a different piece of artwork each day with detailed historical context and artist information 8BitDo Micro Controller - Rosemary features a tiny Bluetooth game controller that works with multiple devices and can be reprogrammed for various uses, including Procreate shortcuts Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard Contact iOS Today at iOSToday@twit.tv. Download or subscribe to iOS Today at https://twit.tv/shows/ios-today Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.