01-21-26 -

Calun Provides a Unique Month-View Calendar Experience
It’s not hard to find a third-party app to replace Apple’s stock iPhone and iPad calendar app. But the new option Calun stands out with a number of unique features. Instead of a day-by-day look, the app provides a monthly look at your schedul...

01-15-26 -

Bullseye Provides a Better Way for Developers to Interact With Apple Ads Camp...
The Apple Ads platform is the place to go for developers and marketers who want their apps to be seen by a wider audience. The platform provides search ads on the App Store. And the new app Bullseye provides a full-fledged way to use the platform ...

01-14-26 -

Sid Meier's Civilization VII Highlights Apple Arcade Additions in February
Apple Arcade is continuing to add popular PC titles. See what’s coming on February 5. Sid Meier’s Civilization VIIThe top new addition is Sid Meier’s Civilization VII Arcade Edition. The game allows you to build the greatest empire the worl...

01-13-26 -

Apple Creator Studio Announced With Host of Creative Apps for iPad, Mac
Apple has just introduced the new Creative Studio subscription option with access to six creative apps across the Mac and iPad along with AI features across the iWork suite of Pages, Numbers, and Keynote. Here’s what you’ll receive as subscrib...

01-13-26 -

Bet Your Life While Playing the Hellish Rogue-Lite CloverPit
The escape room concept takes on sadistic meaning in the new game CloverPit. In the rogue-lite, you’re trapped in the hell of your own making, a rusty cell with just a slot machine and ATM. You must pay off your debt after each round at the slot...

01-08-26 -

Repair Almost Anything Imaginable With the Free iFixit App
From an iPhone to a gaming console or something else, the modern household has a wealth of electronic devices. And as we all know, electronics always seem to break at the most inopportune time possible. But the iFixit app wants to help you repair ...

01-08-26 -

Florisium is the Calm Escape We All Need to Help Jump Into the New Year
Getting back into the swing of things after the holiday season can definitely be a drag. After weeks of parties, family and friends, good food, gifts, and fun, the real world is calling. But if you’re looking for a calm escape, try out the uniqu...

01-06-26 -

AppAdvice's 25 Best New Games of 2025
2025 was a year to remember in App Store gaming. We’re highlighting the 25 best new games that arrived during the year. Take a look at our entire list here.

12-18-25 -

Dadish 4 Continues the Action-Packed Platforming Madness
The newest addition to the hysterically fun Dadish platformer series is here. And in Dadish 4, the dad radish is in trouble. He’s been kidnapped by the evil Homeowners’ Association. And it’s up to his eldest son DJ to save him. In the retro ...

12-17-25 -

Rediscover the Myth of Babel in Chants of Sennaar
Communication is key in Chants of Sennaar. In the puzzle adventure game, you’ll take on the role of the Traveler who is on a quest to reunite the disparate Peoples of the Tower. Inspired by the myths Babel, you’ll explore the tower where peopl...

12-16-25 -

Learn More About Famous Paintings in the Cozy Puzzler Museum of Scrambled Art
As the weather gets colder, after a long day, you might just want to get comfortable on the couch and play a truly cozy puzzler. The Museum of Scrambled Art definitely fits that bill. You’re taken to a museum with some of the most famous paintin...

12-12-25 -

New Apple Software Lands, Highlighted by iOS 26.2
Apple has just released new software updates for all major platforms. Here’s what to expect. iOS 26.2/iPadOS 26.2First up, Apple has released iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2 You can download the update by going to Settings > General &am...

12-10-25 -

Apple Highlights Top Downloaded Apps and Games of 2025
As 2025 is winding down, Apple has just announced the most downloaded apps of the year. Top Free iPhone Apps ChatGPT Threads Google TikTok – Videos, Shop & LIVE WhatsApp Messenger Instagram YouTube Google Maps Gmail – Email by Google...

12-09-25 -

Four New Apple Arcade Titles Arrive on January 8
Apple Arcade will continue to grow with the addition of for new titles next month on Thursday, January 8. Two New Games and Two FavoritesTwo of the games are new titles while the other two are existing App Store hits. The first new title is Cozy C...

12-09-25 -

Third-Party Sonos Controller App Soro Gets New Live Activity and More With Up...
If you’re looking for an Apple-friendly way to use and control your Sonos speaker, make sure to consider the third-party option Soro. The app is a step above the official option for a few reasons. One of my favorites is the wide amount of ways t...

12-04-25 -

Apple Announces Winners of the 2025 App Store Awards
Apple has just announced the 17 winners of the 2025 App Store Awards. Here are all the winners. iPhone App of the YearTiimo, from tiimo. iPad App of the YearDetail, from Detail Technologies B.V. Mac App of the YearEssayist, from Essayist Software...

12-02-25 -

Bring Holiday Cheer to Your iPhone and iPad With Festivitas
The holiday season is here. And you can bring some of that cheer to your iPhone, iPad, and Mac with Festivitas. On the iPhone and iPad, the app features animated widgets that capture the holiday spirit. You can use your favorite photos in widgets ...

12-02-25 -

Askie is an AI Assistant Built Specifically for Kids
While AI assistants like ChatGPT have opened up a world of new possibilities for work, play, and pretty much everything else, many parents have been hesitant to let their kids use the tools. And for good reason as the content at times isn’t filt...

11-28-25 -

Almost 500 Great Apps Are on Sale This Black Friday
Black Friday is the perfect time to grab a discount on almost anything, including some indie apps. Make sure to head to the Indie App Sales site now. There are more than 500 apps offering discounts. You can filter by app name, developer name, and...

11-25-25 -

Grab Your Clubs and Play a Round of Cozy Golf
With the weather getting colder outside, its time to enjoy the latest Cozy game from developer Mulberry Tree Games—Cozy Golf Grab your clubs and enjoy a simple golf gaming experience. There are more than 280 courses spread among 35 charming envi...

11-21-25 -

Google Maps Adding Gemini-Powered AI Tips and More
Popular navigation app Google Maps is adding a number of new features. First up is Insider Tips powered by Google’s Gemini AI. Here’s more about the feature from Google: Now, when you search for places in Maps like restaurants, hotels or conc...

11-20-25 -

The Art of Flora Will Be Available to Download Early Next Year
The Art of Fauna is by far of my favorite games of the year. The puzzler is all about nature and is both simplistic and beautiful. Each puzzle is made from stunning wildlife illustrations from the 18th and 19th century by artists like John James ...

11-19-25 -

Cross-Platform Writing App Ulysses Gets Liquid Glass and More in New Update
One of the best dedicated app for writers is Ulysses. And it just received a big updated with a hefty dose of Apple’s Liquid Glass and much more. On the Mac, iPhone, and iPad, the app now features the design language Apple sprinkled throughout t...

11-18-25 -

Make Sure to Experience the Wild and Wet World of Pools
Bring your swim trunks, towel, and curiosity to play Pools. The new game provides a unique experience. There are no monsters to kill or word puzzles to solve. It’s all about the experience. You’ll encounter, as you might have guessed by the na...

11-14-25 -

Red Dead Redemption Lands on the App Store December 2
Christmas is coming early for iPhone and iPad fans. Rockstar Games has just announced that Red Dead Redemption, and its zombie horror companion Undead Nightmare, will hit the App Store on December 2. Here’s more information from Rocksta...

11-13-25 -

The Run is an Interactive Film Thriller Full of Twists and Turns
It’s turning into a bad day for world-famous fitness influencer Zanna Hendricks. And your choices determine whether she lives or dies in the new interactive game The Run. To begin the game, Zanna is celebrating another career milestone and takes...

11-12-25 -

SpongeBob Patty Pursuit 2 Highlights Apple Arcade Additions in December
December is shaping up to be a fun month of new Apple Arcade additions. Here’s the rundown of everything arriving December 4. SpongeBob Patty Pursuit 2The first addition is SpongeBob Patty Pursuit 2. Head to Bikini Bottom for another c...

11-11-25 -

Podigy Focuses on Customization and Features Live Transcription
If you’re looking around for a great podcast app with tons of customization and top-notch features, make sure to check out Podigy. My favorite feature is the wide-ranging customization options. In the mini player, you can pick and arran...

11-07-25 -

Purchase Games and Much More With the Nintendo Store App
Nintendo fans should rejoice and download the new Nintendo Store app. Most importantly with the app, you can browse Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 systems and accessories along with physical/digital games and other Nintendo products and mer...

11-06-25 -

Best New Games of October 2025
Another month has come to a close, so it’s time to look back at all of the best new games that arrived in October. Our list is topped by the unique Waltz of the Wizard. See our entire list here.

11-04-25 -

Apple Releases New Software Highlighted by iOS 26.1
Apple has just released new software for all of its major platforms. Here’s what is new. iOS 26.1/iPadOS 26.1First up, Apple has released iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1 You can download the update by going to Settings > General &gt...

11-04-25 -

Find Out the Truth Behind the Folklore in Real Vampires
Halloween may be over, but you can still scare yourself silly with the new game Real Vampires. The game takes inspiration from folklore and Dr. Łukasz Kozak’s haunting anthology With Stake and Spade: Vampiric Diversity in Poland. You’ll play...

10-30-25 -

CoreMesh Provides Personalized Calisthenics for Anyone
Getting healthy and fit can be intimidating, and costly, if you try to enjoy a gym. But with CoreMesh, you can workout anywhere at anytime with no equipment needed. To begin, you’ll answer a few questions like your fitness level is and how long...

10-29-25 -

Monument Valley Fans Should Download the New Puzzler Frogblock
The Monument Valley series broke new ground for mobile gaming with its unique way of changing perspective to solve puzzles. And if you’re a fan of those games, you’ll definitely want to give Frogblock a try. Featuring more than 50 levels to en...

10-28-25 -

Live Out Your Magical Fantasy in Waltz of the Wizard
Instead of dressing up like a wizard for Halloween, you can live out your fantasy in the new game Waltz of the Wizard. Inspired by classical fantasy fiction, the game allows you to become the wizard of your dreams. You’ll begin in a magical tow...

10-28-25 -

Grab Your Camera and Enjoy the Charming Puzzler TOEM: A Photo Adventure
The new game Toem: A Photo Adventure is all about using a camera for good. In the unique point-and-click adventure, you’re given a small camera and tasked with helping people in a number of Scandinavian-inspired environments. For example, you’...

10-24-25 -

Ride Into the Halloween Season on the Spooky Express
Halloween is almost here. And if you’re looking to get into the spirit of the season, Spooky Express is the perfect game for you. You’ll take a turn as the conductor of the Spooky Express. Instead of your usual train, this one is the ...

10-22-25 -

Is This Yours? Offers Puzzling Chaos at the Lost and Found Counter
Looking to add some chaos to your day? Try out the fun game Is This Yours? You’re tasked with a big job—running the lost and found counter. But the job isn’t as simple as it might seem. Impatient customers are looking to matched with their ...

10-21-25 -

ChatGPT Atlas Is a Mac-Only Browser from OpenAI
If you’re ready to ditch Apple’s Safari or Google Chrome, OpenAI has a new alternative with ChatGPT Atlas. As you might expect, the browser is an easy way to access ChatGPT. One of the best features is the Ask ChatGPT feature. Selecting that ...

10-16-25 -

Letter Flow Taps Liquid Glass for a Calming Word Game Experience
Liquid Glass isn’t just for apps. The new design of Apple software makes playing the new game Letter Flow a creative way to use the effect. As you might have guessed, you’ll dive head first into a word game. In each level, you’ll move the l...

10-15-25 -

Apple Unveils New iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, Vision Pro With M5 Chip
Apple has just unveiled a trio of new products powered by the M5 chip. Here’s what you need to know. iPad ProApple’s iPad Pro with M5 chip delivers up to 3.5 times the AI performance compared to the previous M4 model. An optional cel...

10-14-25 -

Rhythm Turns the AirPods Pro 3 Heart Rate Sensor into 1-Minute Mediations
Meditation has a huge number of benefits like stress reduction and much more. And the new app Rhythm allows anyone to use an Apple Watch, or even the new AirPods Pro 3, to meditate in a unique way. The app uses your heartbeat to create one-minute ...

10-10-25 -

Strategy, Adventure and War Combine in Parabellum: Siege of Legends
You’ll definitely be busy when playing the new game Parabellum: Siege of Legends. In the 2D scrolling adventure and construction game, you’ll be playing as multiple heroes who must build a city, become the protector of its riches, and even at...

10-08-25 -

Football Manager 26 Touch Lands on Apple Arcade in November
Soccer fans should mark their calendars on November 4 as Apple Arcade will add another great sports game. Football Manager 26 TouchOn that day, Football Manager 26 Touch will land on the subscription gaming service. The soccer management simulato...

10-07-25 -

Hurricane Tracking and Widgets Highlight Mercury Weather Update
Mercury Weather has everything you’re probably looking for in a weather app. With a clean and beautiful design, the app has accurate forecasts, radar, and much more. The app has just been updated to version 3.0 with a number of new and notable f...

10-07-25 -

Minotaur Is Amazing Maze Fun for Puzzle Fans of Any Age
The new game Minotaur is perfect for any age. A labor of love between developer Morten Gregersen and his 7-year-old son Andreas, the game is all about creating and sharing mazes with family and friends. Creating mazes is easy for anyone. There are...

09-26-25 -

Caffeine Tracker Alyx Uses Visual Lookup to Easily Log Your Intake
Sure, we all love that extra cup of coffee each morning. But too much caffeine can affect your health, and even how you sleep at night. The new app Alyx uses some of Apple’s’ latest technology in iOS 26 to help you log your caffeine intake. On...

09-25-25 -

CardPointers 7 Is Here With Liquid Glass Redesign and Much More
If you have a credit card with rewards, you need CardPointers. The app is made to help you make the most of your rewards while you’re out and about shopping. Using the app is easy. You’ll start by adding in all of your credit cards. T...

09-23-25 -

NBA 2K26 Arcade Edition Lands on Apple Arcade Next Month
It’s time to hit the court next month as NBA 2K26 lands on Apple Arcade. NBA 2K26The game will land on Thursday, October 16. In NBA 2K26 Arcade Edition, you can build your own tea, and relive the greatest eras in the history of the league with ...

09-23-25 -

Add More Time to Your Day With Morning Club
If you never have enough time in the day to accomplish your goals, the new app Morning Club wants to help. The app has a simple premise—shift your wake up time each morning until you can get up at 5 a.m. to take care of more tasks. That takes pl...