Here’s how to automate iPhone’s always-on display (with Shortcuts) »
March 15
9to5Mac has a quick guide on automating the Always On Display for iPhone using Focus modes, the Shortcuts action, and—my addition—Automations.
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iA Writer Adds All-New Shortcuts in v7.1 »
March 5
Following up on their clever Authorship feature, the team at iA has added Shortcuts support to iA Writer.
Apple TV+ adds a limited time library of 50 movies to stream for free »
March 1
Apple has added a great set of free movies for Apple TV+ subscribers – and I made a shortcut that links to the page in the TV app.
Apple embraces AI – Will Siri get smart in iOS 18? »
February 28
Jason Snell and Myke Hurley discuss Apple’s artificial intelligence investments, the idea of Spotlight as their AI brand, and rumors about Siri improvements coming in iOS 18.
Automators: Vision Pro Automation »
February 26
Automator hosts Rosemary Orchard and David Sparks talked in detail about the Shortcuts and automation experience of the Apple Vision Pro – excellent episode.
Mona 6 Moves from High Visual Customization to Advanced Automation »
February 26
Mona, a highly-customizable Mastodon client, has added extensive Shortcuts support, including the ability to schedule posts – check out the story from Jonathan Reed on MacStories.
10 Shortcuts to Save your iPhone Battery »
February 26
Stephen Robles shared these great shortcuts and automatinos for interacting with your device’s settings for managing battery life.
The iPhone’s Today View Is The Most Convenient Place to Run Your Shortcuts »
February 23
In his iPhone setup video, Stephen Robles mentioned how he finds the Today view off to the left of your iPhone Home Screen is the best place to use Shortcuts – I agree.
Stephen Robles on the iPhone Action Button 5 Months Later… »
February 23
Stephen Robles shares his thoughts on how to best use the iPhone Action button, now that we’ve had it for multiple months.
Chris Lawley’s MUST have Shortcuts Automations: What’s on my iPad »
February 23
Chris Lawley shares his top shortcuts and automations for working on the iPad – I always love seeing the latest versions of Chris’ workflow.
Juno 1.1 for visionOS Adds the Ability to Open YouTube.com URLs in the App »
February 23
Developers Christian Selig and Marcos Tanaka have added URL schemes for their apps Juno and Play to pass YouTube links back-and-forth – and MacStories built out shortcuts for it all.
Automation Academy: Federico Viticci’s Collection of Advanced Shortcuts for Things »
February 23
MacStories editor Federico Viticci has shared his set of shortcuts and automations for interacting with your day’s tasks in Things – check out the post from Club MacStories.
What’s New in Shortcuts – Issue 103
February 22
In this issuse – Apple Vision Pro coverage, new YouTube videos, announcements, & more.
Clockwise 542: You Should Not Toss Leprechauns »
February 22
I had the pleasure of being a guest on this week’s Clockwise podcast with host Dan Moren, special host James Thomson, and fellow guest Rosemary Orchard.
7 Shortcuts Stephen Robles Uses Every Day »
February 10
Check out this video from Stephen Robles covering screenshot tips, hotel hacks, and convenient features for Apple Podcasts.
25 Apple Vision Pro Secrets & Hidden Features from Andru Edwards
February 7
Creator Andru Edwards has a great 13-minute video walking you through helpful tips for Apple Vision Pro – bet there’s at least one you didn’t know about.
Shortcut Buttons For Apple Vision Pro Puts Floating Automations In The Space Around You
January 31
Developer Finn Voorhees has announced Shortcut Button for Apple Vision Pro, a utility that lets you place shortcuts and run them inside your spatial computing environment – coming Feb 2.
YouTuber Personas Take FaceTime Call on Apple Vision Pro
January 30
YouTuber iJustine joined MKBHD and Brian Tong in a FaceTime call to demo their Personas created with Apple Vision Pro.
Joanna Stern wears Apple Vision Pro on Live TV
January 30
Journalist Joanna Stern went on CNBC’s Squawk on the Street to discuss the Apple Vision Pro… while wearing the Apple Vision Pro.
PSA: Test your App Shortcuts via Siri on Apple Vision Pro
January 30
CardPointers developer Emmanuel Crousivier has shared a warning for App Shortcuts developers, including multiple features that won’t work at launch.