Table of contents for Issue 95 in iPad User Magazine

Is your iPad starting to feel a bit long in the tooth? Over time its natural for your iPad to slow down because of old apps, podcasts, movies and files you no longer need. That’s why it’s always worth taking some time to give it a thorough clear out and to make sure that it’s as up to date and secure as it can be. If you’re finding your iPad has slowed down somewhat then head over to page 4 this issue to find out what you need to do to get it back on track. If that doesn’t do the trick then head over to page 18 to find out how you can fix iPad battery problems - it could be that battery issues are what’s afflicting your iPad.…

An iPad’s battery life is a hugely important factor because you want to be able to use it for as long as possible, whatever it is you’re doing. That could be for watching movies on Apple TV Plus, or using great apps like Drafts to write a newsletter. If the battery starts running down faster than it used to, then that’s only going to hamper your experience of using your iPad. Fortunately, we have a few tips here to help guide you through any battery issues you may have, so you can enjoy an iPad that lasts for many hours, once again. Wait for it Your iPad expends a lot of power in general use, whether that’s downloading apps, playing games, using mail, sharing photos, and using other content. Whenever…

› $39.99/£39.99 › FROM jlab.com › FEATURES Bluetooth 5.3 with Multipoint connectivity, up to 20 hours battery life (5.5 hours earbuds, 14.5 hours charging case), water and dust-resistant to IP55, noise-cancelling microphones, USB-C charging. JLab has packed a lot of tech into these super-tiny earbuds, which make rivals from Apple and others look massive by comparison. Available in five colours (Black, Aqua Teal, Pink, Mint Green and Sage Grey), the JBuds Mini come with Bluetooth 5.3 with Multipoint connectivity, enabling them to switch seamlessly between two paired devices – a Mac and iPhone, say. Plus, they’re water- and dust- resistant to IP55. The JBuds Mini also come with three pairs of silicone eartips (Small, Medium and Large) and last for up to 5.5 hours between recharges, while the supplied charging case will…

Your iPad is the perfect Apple device for entertainment. While your Mac is your workhorse for day-to-day tasks and your iPhone is always with you as your wallet, your camera, and your social media companion, your iPad tends to be for those moments when you’re kicking back and relaxing on the sofa, watching a movie, or playing a game. In fact, at home, you’re probably going to be using your iPad more than your other devices, so it makes sense to make sure that it’s in tip-top shape for the rest of the year. Follow these nine tips, and you can make sure that your iPad won’t let you down. We’re going to be using iPadOS 17 for these tips. Most of them will work on earlier versions of iPadOS,…

A COOKBOOK Here you can view all your recipes at a glance and easily search for your perfect evening meal. B SHOPPING LIST Create a shopping list to make your next trip to the grocery store a breeze. C DISCOVER Find new recipes from your favorite food blogs and make exciting meals you’ve never tried before. D MEAL PLAN Plan your weekly meals to help you eat healthier and budget better with grocery shopping. The iPad is one of the most useful devices for any home cook, and with Pestle, home cooking has never been easier. Pestle not only allows you to view any recipe you find online from within the gorgeously designed app, but it also enables you to build a library of your favorite recipes, meal plan, discover…

› $129.99 › FROM https://edifier.com › FEATURES USB–C charging case, noise canceling, spatial audio, Bluetooth 5.3, IP54 Edifier’s NeoBuds Pro 2 build on the original model with some clever new hardware while retaining a pretty competitive price point, though those embedded in Apple’s ecosystem won’t find the same level of integration you get with AirPods. The case and buds are lightweight but well constructed and stylish, and the case charges over USB–C, offering 22 hours of total playback on a one–hour charge. The official figures of 4/12 hours in the buds and case with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) on and 5.5/16.5 with ANC off aren’t stellar, but were at least reflected in our tests — in fact we squeezed a little more out of them in practice. Sadly there’s no wireless charging available…

Every year Apple announces a new round of software updates for all of its platforms, and 2024 is going to be no different. With iOS 18 also expected to debut alongside macOS Sonoma, watchOS 11, and tvOS 18, iPadOS 18 is just one of the many anticipated additions. But for iPad owners, it’s likely to be the biggest one in terms of anticipation. That anticipation comes around every year and it often comes from the hope that Apple will finally deliver on its claims that the iPad can be a laptop replacement. A machine that goes beyond the gaming and media consumption that so many use it for and becomes a productivity powerhouse like the MacBook Air or, in the case of the iPad Pro, the MacBook Pro. Apple has…

A MAIN WINDOW The front page shows you the most popular movies of the week & what your friends have watched. B NAVIGATION BAR The bottom nav bar allows you to search for films, add reviews, log your diary and quickly access your profile. C TOP BAR Easily navigate between the latest films, reviews, and watchlists, as well as read about movies. D PROFILE Your Profile is the meat and potatoes of Letterboxd; you can easily access it at any point in the bottom right corner. Letterboxd is the perfect iPad app for any movie lover, allowing you to keep up with the latest releases, track the films you’ve seen, and interact with your friends and favorite movie critics. The iPad is the perfect size to use as a journal,…

› $14.99 › FROM www.feralinteractive.com › NEEDS iPad/iOS 16 or later Hitman: Blood Money — reprisal revives IO Interactive’s 2006 stealth assassination game in a way that will quash any doubts you might have about playing a PS2–era game in 2024. Blood Money was the Hitman series entry that introduced many of the interactions that have made the more recent games great. You get the sandbox–like levels, filled with multiple, improvised ways to off your target. You get rewards for clean kills and for not being noticed. And you get the ability to climb over low obstacles, which Agent 47 didn’t possess in earlier games. There’s also now a minimap, more obvious alerts if you’re spotted, and Instinct Mode, a visual overlay grafted on from more recent titles that lets you see…