Linux Applications

Linux applications that work well with iPhone.

iDescriptorCross-platform, open-source and free idevice management tool written in C++
CiderCider is a new cross-platform Apple Music experience built on Vue.js.
KDEConnectiPhone file sharing and lmanagement built with Qt and fits well in KDE. Requires KDEConnect from AppStore.
GSConnectiPhone file sharing and management built with GTK as Gnome extension. Requires KDEConnect from AppStore.
digiKamPhoto management with iPhone sync.
KeepassXCPassword vault. Database can be synced via file share services to many AppStore compatible apps.

iPhone/iPad Applications

Applications on Apple devices that make data usage convenient.

FlacboxMusic player that can access Samba. You can also use the built in web service or directly connect to Linux and drop files. Plays flac and ogg files.
YomuEbook reader and manager. Can connect to Calibre OPDS or be connected directly to Linux for file drops.
VLCVideo and music player.
AuthPassKeepass compatible password vault. See KeepassXC

Applications On Both Platforms

Applications available on Linux and iPhone that sync and share between devices automatically.

ProtonMailSecure email. Commercial.
SessionSecure/Encrypted chat.
JoplinNotes and Tasks. Can be encrypted and synced.
SimplenoteNotes everywhere.
EnpassPassword manager. Commercial.

I know there are many more, but I have used these and have found them productive.

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