iOS 820: The iPhone Folds (and Everything Else Apple Announced) - Variable Aperture, Battery Gains, & ANC for All

iOS 820: The iPhone Folds (and Everything Else Apple Announced) - Variable Aperture, Battery Gains, & ANC for All

Author: TWiT September 17, 2026 Duration: 1:17:46

Apple finally enters the foldable fray with the iPhone Duo, packing unexpected features and a lower-than-expected price. Find out what's actually inside and if it's worth leaving your classic iPhone behind.

  • iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max colors, pricing, and 1st impressions
  • Variable aperture camera tech benefits, marketing, and durability concerns
  • Battery life and ultra-fast charging impress for Pro iPhones
  • A20 Pro processor with advanced neural engine and vapor chamber cooling
  • Dynamic Island hardware and software upgrades
  • iPhone Duo: Apple's first folding phone, hardware, and price
  • iPhone Duo durability, hinge design, dust/water resistance, and case compatibility
  • Camera features on Duo: under-display camera, selfie tricks, and photography upgrades
  • iOS 27 on Duo: Side dock, split view, app pairs, and standby mode
  • Battery stats, charging, eSIM, and cases on the Duo
  • Apple Watch Series 12/Ultra 4: new health sensors, improved heart tracking, and battery
  • Live Rewind and Siri Recap: AI-driven audio/smartwatch features and privacy
  • Apple Health app redesign: insights, movement evaluations, and proactive alerts
  • AirPods 5: ANC for all models, color, pricing, and battery
  • App Caps: Athlytic and Splitwise

Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard

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Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent guide you through the ever-evolving world of Apple's mobile ecosystem on iOS Today. This TWiT production goes beyond just headlines, offering a practical and conversational deep dive into the devices and software that shape daily digital life. Each episode feels like a helpful discussion with knowledgeable friends, breaking down complex updates into actionable advice. You'll hear detailed app reviews that separate the truly useful from the merely trendy, alongside clever tips that can unlock new potential from your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, or Apple TV. The conversation also covers essential news, accessory recommendations, and strategies for streamlining tasks with shortcuts. A key part of the podcast's dynamic is listener interaction; questions submitted by the audience often fuel entire segments, making the content directly relevant to real-world problems and curiosities. Whether you're a longtime Apple user or just getting started with your first device, the focus here is on making technology work smarter for you, without the jargon. Tune in for a consistently informative and approachable look at how to get the most out of the tools in your pocket and on your desk.
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