# Phonegram - Tech News & Tools — Since 2007 • News & Podcast

> Arabic Apple news, tech updates, and smart tools with offline access. (iPhone/iPad app by i4islam.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phonegram-tech-news-and-tools/id362375140 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [i4islam](https://appshunter.io/developer/301048985)
- Category: News, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 6,142 App Store ratings · 709 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.4 · 65 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic
- Released: 2010-03-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phonegram-tech-news-and-tools/id362375140/reviews.md

## What is Phonegram?

Welcome to the premier source for Apple and technology news! "Phonegram" is your ultimate destination to follow everything new in the tech world, backed by rich content provided by a dedicated team for over 19 years. Join thousands of users worldwide and discover innovative ways to get the most out of your device through an app that combines news, smart tools, and an interactive community.

⊏ What Does Phonegram Offer You? ⊐

The app features over 10 built-in tools designed to simplify your daily tasks:
- AI Photo Tools: Restore old photos and enhance their quality (AI Restore), increase image resolution (AI Upscale), design professional styled quote cards, and composite elements to create creative images.
- Video Tools: Easily download videos, compress video file sizes, and extract audio from videos.
- Productivity Tools: An advanced Document Scanner (Doc Scanner) to convert your documents into PDFs.
- Fresh Content: A stunning wallpaper library and a regularly updated list of the best App Store apps selected for your country.

⊏ Apple & Tech News Articles at Your Fingertips ⊐

- Modern Browsing: Enjoy reading articles with a smooth vertical feed (TikTok-style) and infinite scrolling.
- Smart Audio Summaries: Listen to article summaries via a fully integrated audio player supporting playback speed control, background playback, and queue management for a continuous listening experience.
- Personalized Reading: Adjust the font size, track your reading history, save articles to your Favorites, and navigate seamlessly through linked article series.
- Precise Search & Browse: Search using keywords or browse through diverse categories (Apple, AI, Business, Games, etc.).

⊏ Additional Features ⊐

- Bilingual Support: A seamless experience in both Arabic and English, featuring automatic device language detection and full RTL text layout support.
- Interactive Community: Quick and secure Sign in with Apple, share your thoughts in nested comment threads, and interact with others' opinions through likes and dislikes.
- Notifications & Widgets: Stay up to date with push notifications for new articles and replies to your comments.
- Add Home Screen Widgets (available in multiple sizes) to catch up on the latest news at a glance.
- Easy sharing options and full support for offline reading and browsing.
- Lightning-fast performance in a lightweight app that doesn't consume your device's resources.

⊏ Plus Version ⊐

There is no doubt that Phonegram offers great value to every user. We've been with you every step of the way since the very first day the iPhone launched, publishing nearly 8,000 tech articles. To continue this journey, we always rely on your support.

By subscribing to the Plus version, you:
* Support your favorite site and ensure it continues to deliver the best.
* Enjoy a faster, more beautiful, completely ad-free experience.
* Unlock new possibilities with exclusive features within the app's tools.
* Directly contribute to the development and updates of future features.
* Treat us to a cup of coffee to keep our energy up! :)

⊏ Subscription Terms ⊐

- Available subscription durations: One month or one year.
- Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.
- The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.
- Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period.
- You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by going to your App Store Account Settings after purchase.

⊏ For More Details ⊐

* Privacy Policy: https://iphoneislam.com/privacy-policy
* Terms of Use: https://iphoneislam.com/terms
* Support: https://iphoneislam.com/contactus

* Phonegram is an independent app and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Apple Inc. All Apple-related trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

## Key features

- Apple news and technology updates
- Smart tools (WhatsApp click-to-chat, video downloader, AI tools)
- Document scanner to PDF
- Offline article reading
- Hijri calendar and widgets
- Curated app recommendations

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Phonegram Plus | $2.99 | per month |
| Phonegram Plus | $21.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10000 coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2500 coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5000 coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| اشتراك عضو مميز - عام كامل | $17.99 | one-time |
| اشتراك عضو مميز - ستة أشهر | $14.99 | one-time |
| اشتراك عضو مميز - ثلاث أشهر | $8.99 | one-time |
| اشتراك عضو مميز - شهر واحد | $3.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Phonegram?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🌟 Excellent app
- 👍 Useful and informative
- 🌍 Comprehensive coverage of Apple news
- 🕰 Keeps users up-to-date
- 💻 Helpful for iPhone users
- 🙏 Appreciated by the community

**Cons**

- 🔍 Search functionality issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔧 Outdated or neglected tools
- 🔄 Frequent app changes/updates
- 🔇 Annoying sounds/notifications

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes
- Syncing and data loss issues
- Compatibility problems with iOS updates

**Most requested features**

- Ability to resize text
- Separate sections for different content types
- Improved search and filtering options
- Support for older iPhone models
- More free/affordable tools and features

## Recent user reviews (10 of 709)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phonegram-tech-news-and-tools/id362375140/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Thanks

*2026-07-06, version 27.40*

A wonderful application at all

### 1/5 — عنصري

*2026-06-20, version 27.40*

اي تعليق اكتبه في اي منشور في التطبيق لا ينشر ولا يؤخذ به وبالتالي فهو فاشل للأسف

### 5/5 — فوق الوصف

*2026-06-19, version 27.40*

أتابع فونجرام ( ايفون إسلام ) سابقا منذ  اقتنائي لأول جهاز ذكي من ابل عام ٢٠٠٨ وهو الآيبود الأول شبيه الآيفون حيث كان التطبيق مساعدي الأول و وسيلة معرفتي بالجهاز وكيفية التعامل مع أبل  ، وقت كان هو وأخوته من منتجات الشركة كالمصحف وأذكار هي الوحيدة الناطقة بالعربية في متجر التطبيقات … حقيقة من وقتها لا يمكن أن أشتري منتجا من أبل آيفون أو آيباد إلا ويكون هذا التطبيق هو الأول على جهازي بلا منازع ، فكل أخبار أبل أتابعها من خلاله ، ورغم صعود الكثير من البرامج بعده إلا أنه يظل المميز والأول والذي يغني عنها جميعها ولا تغني هي عنه …

### 4/5 — Can’t change default settings language

*2026-06-15, version 27.40*

I’ve been using this app for ages! Before the last update, couple months ago , the apps default language is English and I couldn’t switch the language to Arabic, as my iPhone’s main language is English. Whenever I try to change the app’s language, it took me to allow Phonegram access, which I can’t do anything with it as all the buttons are already on. It’s really bummed me out and disappointed to lose this app.

### 5/5 — المملكة العربية السعودية - الأحساء

*2026-05-21, version 27.20*

الحمد لله على نعمة الإسلام

### 5/5 — رائع

*2026-05-20, version 27.20*

رائع

### 1/5 — العراق

*2026-04-18, version 27.20*

في التحديثات الجديدة لفونجرام  غابت ادات كتابت نص احترافي والتصحيح الاملائي من خانة الذكاء الصناعي، ونطالب الاخ المطور باعادتها الى الادوات فهي خدمة مفيدة جدا للكتابة والتصحيح وتلخيص والترجمة

### 5/5 — اليمن

*2026-04-11, version 27.00*

التطبيق لايحمل الفيديوهات من المواقع

### 5/5 — واجهة جديدة

*2026-04-10, version 27.00*

التصميم الجديد المستند إلى تصميم ابل جعل التطبيق يبدو مذهل وعصري.

### 1/5 — Zaman app

*2026-04-10, version 27.00*

I miss zaman app , this app iphone islam doesn’t have many subjects it’s only focus in apple

## Frequently asked questions about Phonegram

### What does this app offer?

This app serves as the primary Arabic source for Apple news and technology. It provides a wealth of content from a specialized team, along with a variety of smart tools such as a WhatsApp click-to-chat feature, video downloader, AI tools, barcode scanner, document scanner to PDF, and a Hijri calendar. It also offers curated app lists and supports important Apple numbers.

### How can I remove ads and get extra features?

You can remove ads and gain access to additional features by subscribing to the app. Subscriptions are available on a monthly or annual basis. This subscription supports the continuation of the service and helps in developing better features.

### Is the app available offline?

Yes, the app supports offline operation, allowing you to read articles and access some features without an internet connection. This makes it convenient for users to stay updated and utilize its tools even when they are not connected.

### What are the subscription terms?

Subscription payments are processed through your iTunes account. The subscription renews automatically unless turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage auto-renewal settings in your account settings after purchase.

### What kind of smart tools are included?

The app includes a range of smart tools designed to enhance user experience. These include a WhatsApp click-to-chat tool, a video downloader, AI tools for optimization, a barcode scanner to identify the country of origin, a document scanner to PDF, video editing tools (compression, splitting), audio extraction from video, text-to-speech functionality, and a comprehensive Hijri calendar.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 27.40 — 2026-05-31

The Phonegram Marketplace is here — buy and sell iPhones right inside the app — plus a new Bismillah widget.

What's New in This Version:
• Bismillah Widget — Add the Bismillah widget to your Home Screen. The Prophet said: "Every matter of importance that does not begin with 'In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful' is deprived of blessing."
• Sell & Buy iPhone — Post an ad to sell your iPhone in just a few steps, or browse iPhones listed for sale in your country — all in one place.
• Deal Directly — Open any listing to see its full details, then contact the seller directly by phone, WhatsApp, Telegram, or email to arrange the deal.
• New Listing Alerts — Turn on marketplace notifications to be the first to know whenever a new iPhone is listed for sale in your country.
• Just a Platform — These ads are posted by users themselves. Phonegram is not a party to any sale — we only provide a space to make buying and selling iPhones easier between users. Always verify and deal carefully.

### 27.30 — 2026-05-27

This update brings two new tools to Phonegram — one of them powered by AI — plus quality improvements across the app.

What's New in This Version:
• Aesthetics Report — Upload a portrait and get a clean editorial report that analyzes your facial features and overall harmony — for science and self-awareness only.
• Names — Look up the meaning of any name, then share a beautiful card with the name on a decorative background.
• Polish & Fixes — Various stability improvements and small bug fixes across the app for a smoother experience.

Thank you for your continued support over the past 19 years! If you enjoy this update, please leave us a review.

### 27.20 — 2026-04-17

Phonegram is finally getting its biggest update ever! We’ve completely revamped the app to provide a brand-new, lightning-fast experience. 

What's New in This Version:
• Calligraphy — Generate stunning calligraphy art from your name or any text using AI.
• WhatsApp — Send a WhatsApp message to any number without saving the contact.
• Open Tool Shortcut — Open any tool directly via Siri or the Shortcuts app.
• Article Reminder Control — You can now disable unread article push notification reminders from Settings.

Thank you for your continued support over the past 19 years! If you enjoy this update, please leave us a review.

### 27.10 — 2026-04-14

The biggest update to Phonegram is finally here! We've rewritten the app from the ground up to deliver a totally new, blazing-fast experience. 

What's New in This Version:
• Calendar Widget — Add a calendar widget to your home screen showing dates in Hijri, Persian, Hebrew, and other calendars.
• Calendar Converter — Convert dates between any two calendar systems with a beautiful interactive date picker.
• BMI Calculator — Calculate your BMI using the accurate Oxford formula and estimate your body fat percentage, with a fun animated result reveal.
• Bug Fix — Users without a display name are now prompted to set one before commenting.

Thank you for your continued support over the past 19 years! If you enjoy this update, please leave us a review.

### 27.00 — 2026-04-07

The biggest update to Phonegram is finally here! We've rewritten the app from the ground up to deliver a totally new, blazing-fast experience. 

What's New in This Version:
• Brand New Vertical Feed: Swipe through Apple and tech news effortlessly with our new modern, vertical scrolling design. 
• Complete Redesign: Everything you see and interact with is new, built for maximum ease of use.
• Speed & Performance: The app is now significantly faster, smoother, and lighter on your device's resources.
• Enhanced Tools & Audio: Seamlessly access our 10+ AI and utility tools, and enjoy uninterrupted background listening for our audio summaries.

Thank you for your continued support over the past 19 years! If you enjoy this update, please leave us a review.

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