In Touch with iOS: Recent Episodes
David Ginsburg
In Touch with iOS, is a podcast that talks about iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies, tips, apps, and gear Hosted by David Ginsburg.
Dave Ginsburg is joined by Marty Jencius and Jill McKinley to discuss a study showing Apple Vision Pro helping surgeons complete procedures faster, the latest iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and AirPods beta updates, and an important Mac screen-sharing security fix. They also cover MacBook Air shortages, the coming end of Rosetta 2, an iCloud Private Relay IP leak, CarPlay on pontoon boats, September iPhone rumors, higher Apple Trade In values, Ted Lasso's return, Madden NFL 27 on Apple Arcade, and more.
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In this episode of In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, and Jill McKinley explore how Apple technology continues to expand into unexpected places. A peer-reviewed UC San Diego study found surgeons using Apple Vision Pro as their primary display during tear duct procedures completed operations about 19% faster than those using a traditional monitor, while maintaining successful outcomes. The panel also shares a fun Vision Pro encounter at Chicago O'Hare and considers how Apple's spatial computing platform is finding practical uses beyond entertainment.
The discussion moves to Apple's latest software developments, including beta updates for AirPods, iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. New AirPods features include an updated interface, adaptive mode controls, custom EQ support, and translation capabilities, while iPadOS and iOS bring interface refinements, greater customization, and new Apple Intelligence photo tools.
On the Mac, the panel highlights an important security update addressing a screen-sharing vulnerability, reports of significant MacBook Air supply constraints, and Apple's approaching sunset of Rosetta 2 support after macOS 27. They also examine reports that iCloud Private Relay can expose a user's real IP address under certain passkey-related circumstances.
Other topics include CarPlay expanding to select pontoon boats, preparations and rumors surrounding Apple's September iPhone event, increased Apple Trade In values, the return of Ted Lasso, Madden NFL 27 joining Apple Arcade, new Apple Card travel benefits, the possibility of a free ad-supported Disney+ tier, and Leagues Cup 2026 coverage on Apple TV.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Vision Pro Speeds Up Surgery by Almost 20%
Cool VisionPro interaction with an old lady
Beta this week. iOS 27.0 Beta 4 continues 17 days since release
Apple Releases New AirPods Beta Firmware With iOS 27 Features
Set a Custom EQ for Your AirPods in iOS 27
iPadOS 27 adds two new iPad features I've been loving
iOS 27 adds four new ok ways to customize your iPhone's Lock Screen
iOS 27's best new Messages feature is all about saving you time
all-new video from Cupertino to dive deeper into the biggest updates from WWDC26.
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.6.1 With Security Fixes
Apple releases security updates to macOS Tahoe, Sequoia, and Sonoma
Apple's latest macOS updates address a serious Screen Sharing vulnerability
MacBook Air Experiencing 'Major' Shortage Despite $200 Price Increase
Preparing for next year's Rosetta 2 demise
Other Topics
Apple's iCloud Private Relay is Leaking Users' Real IP Addresses
CarPlay is Coming to Pontoon Boats
Apple Starts Preparing for September iPhone Event
Apple Raises Trade-In Values for iPhone, Mac, and More
News
Ted Lasso Season 4 Now Streaming on Apple TV
Review: "Ted Lasso" returns, refreshed, to the pitch
Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition Now Available on Apple Arcade
Apple Card Now Fast-Tracks Booking.com Perks With Just One Trip
Disney+ Could Get a Free Ad-Supported Tier
Leagues Cup 2026 Kicking Off on Apple TV
This weeks "Things we found"
Dave- QNAP TR-004 4 Bay USB Type-C Direct Attached Storage https://a.co/d/0hGa513m
Dave Bonus Pick Tom Bihn Medium Cafe Bag https://www.tombihn.com/collections/all-tom-bihn-stuff/products/medium-cafe-bag
Jill - Cricut 4 Maker Cricut 4 Maker - Sticker Kit
Marty - LiquidWorkSpace - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/liquidworkspace/id6775087546
Announcements
Macstock X wrapped up for 2026 what a great event! Stay tuned for the Digital pass coming soon Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Co-Hosts
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on his blog Jeff Gamet - Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Buy his art! Jeff Gamet Art
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT. A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on ai, nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts. Her content on YouTube at @smallstepswithai and follow her on X @NorthwoodsJill. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave Ginsburg he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. Apple reports another outstanding quarter as the panel discusses record revenue, Tim Cook's final earnings call, and what it means for Apple's future. The conversation also covers iOS 27's newest features, important security updates across Apple's platforms, Apple's new Klarna-powered leasing program replacing the iPhone Upgrade Program, AppleCare changes, Ted Lasso's return, Gemini on the Mac, and a collection of favorite Apple apps, accessories, and productivity tools.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Apple delivered another blockbuster quarter, and this week the panel breaks down what the numbers really mean. Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, Eric Bolden, and Guy Serle to discuss Apple's impressive Q3 earnings, including strong growth in iPhone, Mac, Services, and Wearables, along with Tim Cook's final earnings call before leadership transitions. The group examines what drove Apple's success, why Services continues to be such a major business, and how Apple's future product strategy could evolve.
The discussion then shifts to Apple's latest software releases, including visionOS 26.6, iOS 26.6, macOS 26.6, and the continuing iOS 27 developer beta cycle. The panel highlights important security updates, new Spotlight improvements, and several welcome quality-of-life features coming in iOS 27, including separate alarm and ringtone controls, smarter dictation behavior in Messages, enhanced FaceTime capabilities, improved Wi-Fi and cellular handoffs, and Apple Intelligence-powered call context.
One of the biggest conversations centers around Apple's brand-new U.S. leasing program with Klarna, replacing the longtime iPhone Upgrade Program. The panel explores how the new leasing model compares with traditional financing, discusses AppleCare implications, resale value, monthly payments, and whether Apple's hardware strategy is slowly becoming subscription-based.
The episode wraps up with AppleCare One updates, excitement over Ted Lasso's return, Google's Gemini improvements on macOS, Qualcomm's changing relationship with Apple, Granola's Apple Watch support, and another great collection of favorite apps, accessories, productivity tools, and Apple gear from the panel.
Topics and Links
Apple Q3 Results Announced
Apple announces record Q3 results
One last time, this is Tim: Final transcript of Apple's Q3 2026 earnings call
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases visionOS 26.6
Beta this week. iOS 27 Beta 4 all the betas continues
Apple Releases iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 With iOS 27 Optimizations
watchOS 26.6 available now for Apple Watch, here's what's new
Apple Releases tvOS 26.6
iOS 27 Finally Unlinks Alarm Volume From Your iPhone Ringer
iOS 27 Lets You Hide the Messages Button Everyone Hits by Mistake
iOS 27: All the New Phone and FaceTime Features
In Touch With Mac this week
Update Now: iOS 26.6 and macOS Tahoe 26.6 Patch Hundreds of Security Flaws
Other Topics
iPhone Upgrade Program Changes
Apple Upgrade - Lease iPhone, Mac, iPad, Watch
Apple Upgrade launches in the United States
iPhone Upgrade Program - Apple
Apple Upgrade: 20 Things to Know Before Leasing an iPhone, iPad, or Mac
'Apple Upgrade' Pricing: You Can Lease an iPhone Starting at $18/Month
Apple Upgrade: 20 Things to Know Before Leasing an iPhone, iPad, or Mac
Apple's New Upgrade Program: Is It Worth It?
'Apple Upgrade' Pricing: You Can Lease an iPhone Starting at $18/Month
All the Changes to AppleCare+ This Month
AppleCare calculator
News
Apple Shares 'Ted Lasso' Season 4 Trailer Premieres 8/5
Gemini for Mac Adds System-Wide Voice Dictation and Screen-Aware Commands
Qualcomm Expects Apple Modem Revenue to Drop Faster Than Expected
'Granola' Launches on Apple Watch
This weeks "Things we found" Marty - Droppy: Notch manager with all sorts of functionally built in https://getdroppy.ap
Dave: Tom Bihn Medium Cafe Bag
Carrd - 3 very simple websites for $9, 10 bit more complex website $19 a year https://carrd.com - Jill
Eric - airstream software serve movies to Vision Pro and translate 3D movies https://spatial.film/airstream/ (requires free membership to download)
Jeff - Prompt 3 https://panic.com/prompt/
Chuck - Govee Floor Lamp 3 with Luminblend+ Technology, 1000K-10000K Standing Lamp https://amzn.to/4wzXVhj
Guy Acorn 8 - https://flyingmeat.com/acorn/
Announcements
Macstock X wrapped up for 2026 what a great event! Stay tuned for the Digital pass coming soon Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on his blog Jeff Gamet - Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Buy his art! Jeff Gamet Artapoc
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT. A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on ai, nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts. Her content on YouTube at @smallstepswithai and follow her on X @NorthwoodsJill. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, he panel discuss Apple's latest betas, Apple Intelligence improvements, Vision Pro updates, iPhone leasing rumors, Claude Code for iOS development, Genius Bar AI notes, AppleCare One, and The Morning Show's final season.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it!
Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee
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This week on In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden for a wide-ranging discussion covering the latest developments across Apple's ecosystem.
The episode opens with a tribute to longtime technology journalist John C. Dvorak, as the panel reflects on his decades-long influence on computer journalism, podcasting, and the tech community.
From there, the conversation turns to Apple's newest developer and public betas for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, visionOS 27, watchOS 27, and tvOS 27. The panel shares hands-on impressions of Apple Intelligence, Siri improvements, Liquid Glass refinements, Photos enhancements, Vision Pro updates, battery performance, and numerous quality-of-life improvements arriving across Apple's platforms.
The discussion continues with reports that Apple may replace its long-running iPhone Upgrade Program with a new leasing model. The group examines how the rumored program could change annual upgrades, financing options, AppleCare coverage, and whether buying an iPhone outright may still be the better value for many users.
AI remains a major focus as the panel explores Claude Code's new ability to build, run, and test iOS applications directly inside Apple's Simulator, opening new possibilities for AI-assisted app development. They also discuss newly discovered Mac malware targeting Terminal users, hidden Apple Intelligence features uncovered in macOS betas, expanded international support in Apple Sports, and why AppleCare One continues to become a better value for customers with multiple Apple devices.
Rounding out the news, the panel looks at Apple's testing of AI-powered Live Notes at the Genius Bar to improve customer support and repair documentation before discussing Apple's announcement that The Morning Show will conclude after its fifth season.
The episode wraps up with another entertaining edition of Things Found, featuring useful apps, accessories, developer tools, and productivity utilities that Apple enthusiasts will want to explore.
Topics and Links
Famed technology journalist John C. Dvorak dies aged 80
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Seeds Fourth visionOS 27 Beta to Developers
visionOS 27 Beta 3 Release Notes
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds Fourth iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Betas to Developers
Everything New in iOS 27 Beta 4
Apple Seeds watchOS 27 Beta 4 to Developers
Apple Seeds tvOS 27 Beta 4 to Developers
iOS 27 beta 4 adds a useful Apple TV app feature, here's how it works
Apple Seeds iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 Release Candidates
iOS 26.6 Prepares Your iPhone for iOS 27
Apple Seeds watchOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6 and visionOS 26.6 Release Candidates
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases macOS Golden Gate Beta 4
Apple Seeds macOS Tahoe 26.6 Release Candidate
'ClickLock' Malware Coerces Mac Users Into Giving Up Passwords
Apple's Secret Siri Interface Buried in macOS 27 Beta: How to Enable
Other Topics
Apple winding down iPhone Upgrade Program: report
'Apple Upgrade' Program Reportedly Launching Next Week
Claude Code Can Now Build and Test iOS Apps in Apple's Simulator
Apple Sports App Updated With Additional Soccer Leagues Following 2026 FIFA World Cup
'AppleCare One' is Now Even More Valuable
News
Apple Testing New 'Live Notes' Feature at Genius Bar
'The Morning Show' Returning to Apple TV for a Final Season Next Year - MacRumors
This weeks "Things we found"
Jeff: WhatCable
Jill IQAir - AirVisual - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/iqair-airvisual-air-quality/id1048912974 Marty - Wallset - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wallset/id6789684479
Dave: Kensington SD5000T5 Dock: https://amzn.to/3RUiQMW
Chuck: Eney on Setapp:
Eney on Setapp
https://app.eney.ai/
Join Setapp: https://go.setapp.com/invite/hsr2uvtn
Eric - https://smartish.com/products/wallflower-magsafe-suction-mount-phone-grip-stand magnetic suction grip to help prop up your phone
Announcements
Macstock X wrapped up for 2026 what a great event! Stay tuned for the Digital pass coming soon Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on his blog Jeff Gamet - Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Buy his art! Jeff Gamet Art
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden to recap an unforgettable MacStock 10 weekend, including standout presentations, the live In Touch With iOS recording, and the community that makes the event special. The panel also discusses Apple's lawsuit against OpenAI, rumors surrounding Apple's smart home strategy, the latest beta releases, LEGO's iMac G3 proposal, Apple Arcade additions, AirPods Pro 3 hearing assistance, and wraps up with favorite gear picks of the week.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it!
Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee
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Topics and Links
Macstock Recap
Fresh off an incredible weekend at MacStock, Dave Ginsburg welcomes Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden for an episode filled with Apple news, technology discussions, and reflections on one of the Apple community's favorite annual events.
The panel begins by celebrating MacStock's 10th anniversary, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from the live In Touch With iOS recording, Creator Camp, standout presentations, and the friendships that continue to make MacStock a unique experience for Apple users and creators alike. From Jeff Gamet's interactive drawing workshop and Jill McKinley's thoughtful presentation on Focus Modes to Chuck Joiner's productivity session, Marty Jencius' collaborative troubleshooting discussions, and David Pogue's entertaining keynote, the conversation captures the spirit of the conference.
The discussion then turns to Apple's latest software betas across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Vision Pro before taking a deep dive into one of the week's biggest stories—Apple's lawsuit against OpenAI over allegations involving confidential hardware development. The panel explores the potential implications for Apple Intelligence, future AI products, and the evolving competitive landscape.
The conversation continues with rumors surrounding Apple's next-generation smart home products, including a Home Hub, updated Apple TV, HomePod, and connected home accessories, leading to an engaging discussion about the future of HomeKit and Matter.
The episode wraps up with updates on Apple Arcade, AppleCare+, LEGO's proposed Bondi Blue iMac G3, Jeff's first impressions of AirPods Pro 3 as hearing assistance, and another great round of Things We Found.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Fifth macOS Tahoe 26.6 Beta Now Available for Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Im-wizard-ar-magic-combat https://apps.apple.com/us/app/im-wizard-ar-magic-combat/id6747723768
Beta this week.
Public Betas are now released iOS 27
iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Now Available to Public Beta Testers
tvOS 27 and watchOS 27 Now Available to Public Beta Testers
Apple Releases New iOS 27 AirPods Firmware For Public Beta Testers
Apple Seeds Fifth iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 Betas to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
In Touch With Mac this week
macOS Golden Gate Public Beta: 10 Features to Try First
Fifth macOS Tahoe 26.6 Beta Now Available for Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
LEGO Considering Bondi Blue iMac G3 Set
Other Topics
Open AI lawsuit
Apple Sues OpenAI for Stealing Trade Secrets to Build AI Hardware
OpenAI: No Evidence Apple's Trade Secret Complaint Has Merit
OpenAI's First AI Device Will Be a Portable Smart Speaker
Apple's 2026 Smart Home Lineup: New Apple TV, HomePod, and Home Hub WIll these be released?
News
Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition Coming to Apple Arcade The last full Madden game released for the Mac was Madden NFL 08, released for Mac OS X on September 1, 2007
AppleCare+ for Macs and iPads Just Got More Expensive
This weeks "Things we found"
Jeff: AirPods Pro 3 as an assistive hearing device
Dave: Spigen for MagSafe Wallet Magnetic Pouch: https://amzn.to/4ftlyky
Marty:Anker Prime Foldable Magsafe Charger https://amzn.to/4bqLWdq
Eric: Gray (grey) card, white card, black card for white balance https://amzn.to/3RfPgRU
Marty mentioned Osbot Tiny 3 Lite Webcam https://amzn.to/4b1TNhp
Jill: Hollyland Lark M2S Microphone Combo Kit https://amzn.to/4hizJuY
Chuck: CROWN SHADES 10x10 Pop Up Canopy Tent https://amzn.to/4aVUEAm
Announcements
Macstock X wrapped up for 2026 what a great event! Stay tuned for the Digital pass coming soon Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on his blog Jeff Gamet - Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Buy his art! Jeff Gamet Art
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
In this special live 10th anniversary episode, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden to celebrate a decade of In Touch With iOS. The panel discusses the latest Apple developer betas, Vision Pro updates, ChatGPT Voice with CarPlay, Apple's expanding chip strategy, Apple TV+'s record Emmy nominations, and shares their favorite apps and gear picks.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee
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In Touch With iOS celebrates its 10th anniversary with a special live recording from Macstock. Dave Ginsburg welcomes an all-star panel featuring Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden to reflect on the show's journey before diving into the latest Apple news.
The discussion begins with Vision Pro and visionOS beta updates, including whether the new M5 Vision Pro offers enough improvements over the M2 model to justify upgrading. The panel also explores the newest iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and AirPods beta features, highlighting Siri improvements, Apple Intelligence enhancements, accessibility additions, Messages updates, and refreshed wallpapers.
The conversation shifts to OpenAI's upgraded ChatGPT Voice Mode, including its new CarPlay integration and more natural conversational abilities. The group also examines Apple's participation in the America 250 time capsule project, ongoing efforts to diversify its semiconductor supply chain, and Apple's expanded partnership with Broadcom to increase domestic chip production.
The episode wraps up with a look at Apple TV+'s record-setting Emmy nominations before each panelist shares a favorite app, accessory, or gadget in their "Things Found" segment. It's a celebration of 10 years of Apple discussion, community, and the ever-evolving Apple ecosystem.
Topics and Links
We are live at Macstock celebrating 10 years of In Touch With iOS
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Seeds Third visionOS 27 Beta to Developers
visionOS 26.6 Beta 3 Released for Apple Vision Pro Developers
M2 vs M5 Vision Pro re-visited : r/VisionPro
M2_vs_M5_Vision_Pro_Podcast_Prep_Sheet.pdf
Report: Cheaper Apple Vision Pro Display Work Winds Down at Samsung
Beta this week. iOS 27 Beta 3 was released this week. iOS 26.6 Beta 3 continues
Apple Seeds Third iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Betas to Developers
Everything New in iOS 27 Beta 3
Apple Seeds watchOS 27 Beta 3 to Developers
Apple Seeds tvOS 27 Beta 3 to Developers
Everything New in iOS 27 Beta 3
Apple Intelligence Home Features Require 2TB iCloud+ Plan in iOS 27
iOS 27: 13 Ways the Messages App is Smarter and Less Annoying
Apple Releases Fourth watchOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6 and visionOS 26.6 Betas
In Touch With Mac this week
macOS Golden Gate Beta 3 Now Available for Developers
macOS Golden Gate Gets New Wallpaper
Fourth macOS Tahoe 26.6 Beta Now Available for Developers
Other Topics
Apple Releases New AirPods Beta Firmware With iOS 27 Features
OpenAI just upgraded ChatGPT voice mode in a major way, including CarPlay
iPhone 17 Pro Max Sealed in Time Capsule Until 2276
News
Apple Begins Testing Controversial Chinese Memory Chips
Apple Announces $30 Billion Broadcom Deal to Make More US Chips
Emmy Awards 2026: Apple TV just landed a record 89 nominations [Full list]
This weeks "Things we found"
https://structured.app/ - Jill
Dave Logitech Mobi Fold https://amzn.to/4w2PVFe
Jeff's Art Merch Jeff Gamet Art
Marty: MNN Portable Monitor 15.6inch FHD 1080P 60Hz USB C HDMI https://amzn.to/44sHqr8
Eric: Hikawa Grip & Stand for iPhone, MacSafe now Orange Swirl like sherbert from the apple store
Chuck: Microphone Storage case for Shure Sm7b / Sm7db / Mv7 / Mv7x / Mv7+ / Mv6, https://amzn.to/4pm1gOg
Announcements
We are here at Macstock X this week and live recording!
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on his blog Jeff Gamet - Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Buy his art! Jeff Gamet Art
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. This week the panel covers another packed week across the Apple ecosystem, including important security updates, the latest developer betas, rumored iOS 27 features, and improvements coming to Apple's creative apps. The discussion also explores Notes power-user tips, Apple's acquisition of Play, new HomeKit ideas, iPhone 17 Pro camera enhancements, AI developments from Google and Anthropic, and everyone's latest Things Found.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In Episode 431 of In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden for a wide-ranging discussion covering the latest Apple news, software updates, security concerns, productivity tips, and favorite discoveries.
The episode begins with a look at Apple's latest beta releases for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS, along with a strong recommendation to install the recently released 26.5.2 updates due to the significant number of critical security fixes affecting multiple Apple platforms. The panel also discusses Apple's ongoing iOS 27 development, highlighting improvements coming to Maps, Mail search, copy-and-paste functionality, and new Apple Intelligence features available to iCloud+ subscribers.
A major focus is Apple's continued investment in professional creative tools. The panel explores new AI-powered features arriving in Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Pages, Numbers, and Keynote, discussing how these updates streamline creative workflows while making Apple's software ecosystem even more attractive for content creators and professionals.
The conversation then shifts to artificial intelligence as Google introduces Gemini Spark for macOS. The panel examines its ability to automate local file workflows while debating privacy implications and comparing Google's approach with Apple Intelligence, ChatGPT, Claude, and other AI assistants currently available to Mac users.
Apple Notes receives its own spotlight as everyone shares practical ways they use the app for shopping lists, recipes, class preparation, secure notes, voice capture, and daily organization. The upcoming ability to create links directly to sections within Notes sparks discussion about how power users can better organize lengthy documents and create more navigable notebooks.
Security remains a recurring theme throughout the episode. The panel discusses the recently disclosed Hide My Email vulnerability that could potentially expose users' real email addresses, along with newly discovered AirDrop security issues affecting nearby file sharing. They emphasize keeping devices updated, limiting AirDrop availability in public settings, and following good security practices to reduce potential risks.
The hardware discussion turns to the iPhone 17 Pro, where the panel examines new camera capabilities including clean HDMI output through Final Cut Camera, making the device an even more capable tool for professional video production and content creation.
HomeKit also gets attention as the group shares automation ideas, smart home best practices, and experiences with HomeKit-compatible accessories, including a Meross smart power strip capable of individually controlling outlets and USB ports. Jeff Gamet offers additional automation tips for improving everyday smart home reliability.
Additional Apple news includes Apple's acquisition of Play, the SwiftUI prototyping application, speculation about how its technology may enhance Apple's developer tools, new Apple Arcade game releases, American Express Membership Rewards integration with Apple Pay, and expanded availability of Anthropic's latest Claude AI model.
The episode wraps up with another entertaining edition of Things Found, where the panel shares favorite apps, accessories, creative tools, and gadgets they've recently discovered, before closing with excitement about the upcoming MacStock conference and the opportunity to connect with fellow Apple enthusiasts in person.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases Third watchOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6 and visionOS 26.6 Betas
r/AppleVisionPro on Reddit: Filmed a Revolutionary War reenactment documentary in Apple Immersive Video on the URSA Cine Immersive, free on Vision Pro for the America 250 celebration
Beta this week. Critical update released iOS 26.5.2, new iOS 26.6 Beta 3, and iOS 27 Beta 2 continues.
Apple Releases iOS 26.5.2 With Security Fixes
OS 26.5.2 Fixes Major Apple Security Flaws
Apple Seeds Third iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 Betas to Developers
Apple Releases Third watchOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6 and visionOS 26.6 Betas
iOS 26.6 release date: Here's when the new iPhone update is coming
iOS 27
iOS 27: All the New Apple Maps Features
iOS 27 Adds a Useful New Copy-and-Paste Feature to Your iPhone
Here's everything new for Apple Mail in iOS 27
iPhone Users Who Pay for iCloud Storage Get Two New Perks on iOS 27
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.5.2
Third macOS Tahoe 26.6 Beta Now Available for Developers
Apple Creator Studio Gets New AI Features
Apple Creator Studio gets smarter, faster, and more connected
Google Gemini Spark Comes to Mac With Local File Automation
Gemini for macOS notes and – native AI assistant & Mac automation
How we use Apple Notes and Apple Notes adds a power user feature in iOS 27 that's rare in other apps
Other Topics
Apple Hide My Email Vulnerability Exposes Real Email Addresses
iPhone 17 Pro just got an exclusive new pro-focused camera feature
Final Cut Camera App
AirDrop Vulnerabilities Expose Apple's Nearby Sharing Risk
10 Hacks Every Apple Home User Should Know | Lifehacker
Power Strip with HomeKit https://amzn.to/4wnAo2v
Bonus: Meross bedside table lamps: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CKGXVL3
News
Apple Acquires Award-Winning App 'Play'
Apple Arcade Adding 5 Games This Week, Including 'Family Feud Pocket'
American Express Announces New Apple Pay Feature
Anthropic's Claude Fable 5 Available Again After U.S. Lifts Export Controls
This weeks "Things we found"
Jill RYOBI ONE+ HP 18V Brushless Cordless Pruner - https://amzn.to/4p0AzOZ
Jeff: Linea Sketch
Jeff's art store: https://jeff-gamet-art.printify.me
Dave: Zoom Instamic Pro Plus C Mono/Stereo Mic: https://a.co/d/09MEutK6
Marty: Impulse brain training https://apps.apple.com/us/app/impulse-brain-training/id1451295827
Eric: Disk Drill Data Recovery - racoon picture recovery from memory cards https://apps.apple.com/us/app/disk-drill-data-recovery/id431224317?mt=12
Disk Drill PRO and Enterprise for Windows & macOS
Guy: Thank Goodness you're here https://thankgoodness.game/
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE and use our offer code INTOUCH to save $50
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet https://jeffgamet.com
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. Apple surprised everyone this week with unexpected price increases across much of its hardware lineup, and the crew dives into what changed, why it happened, and whether Apple could have handled the announcement better. The panel also discusses the latest developer betas for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS 27, tvOS 27, and visionOS 27, including Apple's expanding Apple Intelligence features.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Apple surprised everyone this week with unexpected price increases across much of its hardware lineup, and the crew dives into what changed, why it happened, and whether Apple could have handled the announcement better. The panel also discusses the latest developer betas for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS 27, tvOS 27, and visionOS 27, including Apple's expanding Apple Intelligence features.
The Vision Pro discussion covers the new Siri experience, curved app windows, panoramic photos becoming immersive environments, and other interface refinements. The team also examines Apple's upcoming HomeKit overhaul, support for the Matter 1.6 standard, and the latest updates to Wallet, Notes, and AirPods.
Other topics include cable standards confusion, an iPhone design issue that may never be fixed, a handy weekly restart tip, Prime Day recommendations, and a return of one of Apple's classic products.
Topics and Links
Breaking News
Apple Price Increases Across Product Lines
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Discussion on Apple's unexpected price increases affecting Vision Pro, Macs, iPads, HomePod, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and MacBook models.
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The panel debates whether Apple should have provided advance notice and compares the changes to price increases happening across the tech industry.
Apple Just Raised the Price of the MacBook Neo
Apple Just Increased Prices on MacBooks, iPads, and More
Apple's Online Store Is Down
Apple Vision Pro Just Got Even More Expensive
Apple TV and HomePod Just Went Up in Price Amid Wait for New Models
Apple's Stock Has Worst Day in More Than a Year After Price Increases
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
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New Siri experience with Apple Intelligence integration.
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Curved application windows.
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Panoramic photos become immersive environments.
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Interface refinements and spatial computing enhancements.
Apple Seeds Second visionOS 27 Beta to Developers
visionOS 27 Beta Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation
Apple Vision Pro's longest immersive concert was harder to film than you'd think
Beta this week. iOS 27 Beta 2 was released
Second developer betas of iOS 27, macOS 27 are out
Everything New in iOS 27 Beta 2
Apple Seeds watchOS 27 Beta 2 to Developers
A Small iOS 27 Change Hints at Apple's Long-Rumored Home Hub
iOS 27 Home App: 10+ New HomeKit Features
Apple Releases Updated AirPods Beta Firmware With iOS 27 Features
Every New AirPods Feature in iOS 27
AirPods Max 2 are getting harder to resist with iOS 27 upgrades
Apple Seemingly Killed Siri AI Waitlist Workaround in macOS 27 Beta 2
iOS 27 Wallet App Gets 7 New Features
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple also seeded macOS 27 Golden Gate beta 2 to developers. MacRumors highlights Siri AI-related features on the Mac, including a Siri app, Visual Intelligence on Mac, and "Write with Siri" features for writing help and feedback.
macOS Golden Gate Beta 2 Now available for Developers
Apple Releases Updated AirPods Beta Firmware With iOS 27 Features
macOS Tahoe 26.5.2 and iOS 26.5.2 Updates Coming Soon
Can you save money with a USB4 cable over a Thunderbolt 4 one?
Cable Tester: https://amzn.to/4oOkThM
New macOS security flaw could let hackers disable protection tools, researchers say
Older iPhones have an unfixable security flaw - why it can't be patched and the models affected
Other Topics
iPhone 17 set to break a record no flagship has touched in 15 years
Why You Should Restart iPhone Once A Week and How to Automate It
News
Silo returns next week with three major changes for season 3
This weeks "Things we found"
Amazon Prime Days were this week. What deals did we find?
Dave: Apple AirPods Max 2 $399 https://amzn.to/3SHDPmc and UGREEN Mac mini M4 Dock & Stand with NVMe SSD Enclosure https://amzn.to/3SrWOkK
Jill: FLEXISPOT ErgoX Premium Ergonomic Office Chair with Footrest $299 but $ 229 on Prime Day https://amzn.to/4vwPJOr
Chuck: Govee Floor Lamp 3 Lite, Smart RGBIC LED Corner Lamp https://amzn.to/4wbeSya
Marty: Shokz Open Run Pro 2 over-the-ear bone conduction headphones 124$ (on sale for Prime week) normally 179$ https://amzn.to/4eKzx4O
Eric: 6–AC outlets, 2–USB-A, 2–USB-Chttps://amzn.to/4w84RBD
Jeff: You Can Draw in 30 Days by Mark Kistler
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE and use our offer code INTOUCH to save $50
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgametrecordin
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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This week on In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, Eric Bolden, and Guy Serle for a lively discussion covering Apple's latest beta releases, Vision Pro developments, AI tools, and more.
The panel shares personal experiences using AI tools including Microsoft Copilot, AI-assisted teaching, and certification preparation using Preview on the Mac. The conversation then turns to Apple's latest developer betas, including iOS 27, iPadOS 27, watchOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, and visionOS 27. The team discusses Apple Intelligence integration, Siri enhancements, new platform features, and what these updates could mean for users.
Additional topics include new CarPlay features, Apple's comments on rising memory costs, OpenAI's scheduled tasks in ChatGPT, and Apple's gradual shift away from macOS marketing names. The panel also shares their latest discoveries in the "Things We Found" segment, including apps, hardware, entertainment recommendations, and Vision Pro productivity tips.
The show wraps up with a reminder about Macstock X and the exciting lineup planned for the 10th anniversary event.
Topics and Links
This week in AI
Dave and his sessions on Copilot
Jill taking tests for certification using Preview
Marty did a AI teaching
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
- visionOS 27 developer beta is now available, bringing Apple Intelligence integration, Siri AI enhancements, and platform improvements announced during WWDC 2026. https://www.apple.com/os/visionos/
- https://developer.apple.com/documentation/visionos-release-notes/visionos-27-release-notes
- Apple continues positioning Vision Pro as a key platform for the new Siri AI experience, with deeper personal context awareness and cross-app functionality. https://www.uploadvr.com/visionos-27-announced-apple-vision-pro-wwdc-26/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Beta this week. iOS 27 Beta 1 continues. iOS 26.6 Beta 2
https://www.apple.com/os/ios/
https://www.apple.com/os/ipados/
https://www.apple.com/os/watchos/
https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/15/apple-releases-ios-26-6-beta-2/
https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/15/apple-preparing-ios-26-5-2/
https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/18/watchos-27-hands-on/
In Touch With Mac this week
https://www.apple.com/os/macos/
https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/16/apple-details-terminal-anti-scam-warning-in-macos/
https://9to5mac.com/2026/06/16/microsoft-just-gave-outlook-for-mac-an-app-wide-liquid-glass-update/
https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/17/macos-27-golden-gate-kills-time-capsule-support/
Other Topics
https://www.macobserver.com/news/everything-new-in-carplay-with-ios-27/
News
https://www.macrumors.com/2026/06/17/apple-increasing-prices/
https://9to5mac.com/2026/06/17/openai-launches-scheduled-tasks-in-chatgpt-details-here/
Apple has started replacing macOS names with version numbers in several ways
New segment We call "Things we found"
Dave https://www.apple.com/shop/product/hsm42zm/a/nimble-sharepower-portable-battery-charger
Guy: Elgato Wave Link 3.0 - https://www.elgato.com/us/en/s/wave-link-app
Jeff: https://linea-app.com/
Jill: Studying with Preview for Mac for a certifications Apple Preview Guide
Marty: Logitech MX Creative Console, 9 Customizable LCD Keys, Stream Deck Accessories, Control Dial for Graphic Design https://amzn.to/4essNbH
Chuck: For All Mankind https://tv.apple.com/us/show/for-all-mankind/umc.cmc.6wsi780sz5tdbqcf11k76mkp7
Eric: Vision Pro - long press the x of the video window and hit the lock button and it will keep the window from going transparent when you switch back to working in Mac Virtual Display https://www.reddit.com/r/VisionPro/s/7vKpltsATr
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE and use our offer code INTOUCH to save $50
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677. Guy's Daily Drive, Tales from the AI Verse, Warp Speed Weirdos
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. WWDC 2026 is in the books, and the entire In Touch With iOS panel is back together to unpack everything Apple announced. We dive into Apple Intelligence, AI integrations, privacy, Liquid Glass, performance improvements, Vision Pro updates, child safety enhancements, HomePod support, and our early experiences with iOS 27 beta. Plus plenty of laughs, panel banter, and debate about Apple's future AI direction.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden for a full WWDC 2026 recap. The panel breaks down Apple's biggest announcements, including the company's new AI strategy, the evolution of Apple Intelligence, and why integrating AI directly into the operating system may be Apple's smartest move yet. The discussion explores Apple's partnership with external AI models while maintaining privacy and platform control, plus reactions to the live AI demonstrations shown during the keynote.
The group also dives into Apple's redesigned Liquid Glass interface, performance improvements across iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS Tahoe, and visionOS 27, along with numerous hidden features Apple didn't have time to showcase. Vision Pro receives notable updates including panorama-based immersive environments and enhanced widgets, while HomePod continues to gain support despite its age.
One of the most discussed segments focuses on Apple's extensive child safety and parental control enhancements. The panel examines how Apple is giving parents more tools while maintaining user privacy and potentially getting ahead of future government regulations. The episode wraps up with lighter discussion around the new option to remove the Messages dictation button, performance gains throughout Apple's platforms, and what beta testers can expect as iOS 27 continues to evolve.
Topics and Links
WWDC Recap
Topics Covered
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WWDC 2026 keynote reactions
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Apple Intelligence and AI strategy
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Apple's partnership with external AI models
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Privacy-first AI implementation
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Real-world AI demos and performance
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Liquid Glass design updates
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Accessibility and transparency controls
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Faster app launches and system performance
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Vision Pro and visionOS 27 improvements
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Panorama-based immersive environments
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HomePod support and future outlook
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Messages app customization updates
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Expanded child safety protections
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Enhanced parental controls
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Family account management tools
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Early impressions of iOS 27 beta
Apple Intelligence update Jeff will review his blog post.
https://jeffgamet.com/apples-ai-strategy-is-starting-to-look-a-lot-smarter/
Apple unveils innovative features and intelligence experiences across services
Craig Federighi Explains Why Apple Pivoted to a Siri Chatbot App
Segment 2 The Hidden Features Apple Didn't Demo
The Features List was enormous!
Apple Shares List of 250 Changes Across iOS 27, macOS Golden Gate, and More
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 27 added features
visionOS Panorama environments
visionOS Extra-small widgets
visionOS Spatial scenes from panoramas
visionOS Enhanced Flyover
visionOS Smoother scrolling
Child Safety Features in iOS 27
Other Topics
iOS 27 Brings New Functionality to HomePod - MacRumors
iOS 27 Lets You Disable the iPhone Feature Justin Bieber Complained About
Chuck Joiner Apple's next move: AI, Siri, privacy, and software | WWDC 2026 | MacPaw × MacVoices
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE and use our offer code INTOUCH to save $50
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Small Steps with AI, Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
Dave Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, and Patrice Brend'Amour react live to Apple's WWDC 2026 keynote announcements. The panel discusses Apple Intelligence, Siri upgrades, Vision Pro enhancements, Liquid Glass redesign changes, smarter Spotlight search, HomeKit updates, AI photo tools, parental controls, and Apple's new cross-platform approach to software features. They also debate device compatibility, AI reliability, and whether Apple delivered enough major surprises during this year's keynote.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In this special live episode of In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet and Patrice Brend'Amour for a real-time reaction to Apple's WWDC 2026 keynote. The panel breaks down Apple's new cross-platform approach to software announcements, focusing on how features now seamlessly connect across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro, and Apple TV instead of being separated by operating system. The discussion covers the redesigned Liquid Glass interface updates, smarter Spotlight search, faster system performance, HomeKit improvements, and Apple's renewed focus on optimization across devices.
A major portion of the episode centers on Apple Intelligence and the evolution of Siri. Dave, Jeff, and Patrice react to Apple's on-screen awareness features, improved dictation, personal context understanding, image generation tools, Spotlight integration, and the deeper AI integration throughout the Apple ecosystem. The hosts debate whether Apple is finally catching up in AI while still maintaining its privacy-first philosophy. Vision Pro also gets significant attention with new spatial features, immersive environments, and Siri integration that impressed the panel throughout the keynote.
The group also spends time discussing Apple's expanded parental controls and child safety features, including app category limits, contact approvals, website permissions, and more granular family management tools. Other topics include Image Playground upgrades, AI-powered photo editing, Passwords app automation, smarter Shortcuts creation, Xcode AI enhancements, and device compatibility concerns surrounding the newest Apple Intelligence features. The episode wraps with overall reactions to the keynote, thoughts on Apple's future direction, and commentary on how WWDC 2026 differed from previous years by focusing more on unified experiences than individual operating systems.
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE and use our offer code INTOUCH to save $50
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Co–Hosts
Patrice Brend'amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider.
She is also co-host of the podcast Retro Rewatch with Jeff Gamet, where they revisit classic television series and discuss them episode by episode.
You can find Patrice online at the following sites:
- The Patrice
- The Tech Hangout
- Retro Rewatch
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, and Jill McKinley discuss Vision Pro apps, WWDC 2026 predictions, Apple Intelligence rumors, Siri upgrades, HomeKit speculation, Apple software updates, and the future of immersive computing. The panel also shares practical iPhone tips, talks about Apple Design Award winners, puzzle games, Macstock 10, and Ecamm Creator Camp—with plenty of laughs and Apple speculation throughout the episode.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In this episode of In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, and Jill McKinley for a fun and insightful discussion covering Vision Pro apps, Apple hardware rumors, WWDC 2026 expectations, Siri and Apple Intelligence speculation, HomeKit frustrations, and practical Apple tips. The panel opens the show with plenty of humor before diving into several Vision Pro-focused stories and apps that caught their attention this week.
The discussion begins with Apple's recognition of The Primary News in Depth as part of the Apple Design Awards. The app delivers immersive spatial news experiences on Vision Pro and sparks conversation about the future of immersive journalism and the challenges of producing high-quality spatial video content. Marty points out how apps like this can expose users to stories and perspectives from around the world that traditional U.S. news outlets often overlook.
The panel also highlights Let's Go Fly, a free Vision Pro immersive aviation app that lets users experience flight in spatial video. Jill shares her enthusiasm for flight simulation experiences and discusses how immersive environments like this could become a major use case for Vision Pro moving forward.
Attention then shifts to the future of Vision Pro hardware after new reports suggested Apple may be developing a lighter and more affordable Vision Pro successor for release sometime around 2028. Marty explains the distinction between Vision Pro as a premium immersive entertainment and enterprise device versus future Apple smart glasses aimed at mainstream consumers. Jeff strongly pushes back against ongoing claims that Vision Pro is "on ice," arguing Apple has always treated the product as an evolving platform rather than a mass-market product from day one. Jill compares the current state of Vision Pro to the early days of expensive VHS players and other technology products that eventually became mainstream over time.
The team also discusses a newly granted Apple patent describing an Apple Pencil-like XR input device capable of providing haptic feedback and texture simulation in virtual environments. Jeff becomes especially excited about the creative possibilities for artists, sculptors, and even medical professionals using virtual tools with tactile feedback. The group also talks about how Apple's haptics technology continues to separate its ecosystem from competitors.
On the software side, the panel reviews the latest Apple beta and minor software updates, including macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 and an iOS update addressing charging issues affecting iPhone Air and iPhone 17 models. Jeff shares a theory that the macOS update may also quietly address kernel panic crashes tied to external spinning hard drives connected to Macs.
With WWDC 2026 only days away, the discussion shifts heavily toward predictions and expectations for Apple's annual developer conference. The panel reacts to Apple inviting WWDC attendees to a special screening of The Mandalorian and Grogu at Apple Park, complete with a possible appearance by special guests involved with the film. Dave shares his thoughts after seeing the movie in theaters and praises its action sequences and sound design.
The conversation then turns to WWDC predictions, with everyone agreeing that Apple Intelligence and Siri upgrades will likely dominate much of the keynote. Jeff expects Apple to focus on AI integration without going overboard the way other tech companies have recently done. Jill hopes Apple introduces a much more personal and contextual AI assistant capable of understanding the user's device, files, habits, and health data. She also expresses interest in deeper HealthKit integration that could provide meaningful insights into sleep patterns, blood sugar tracking, and wellness habits. Marty predicts Apple will expose new APIs allowing Siri and Apple Intelligence to integrate more deeply into apps and potentially VisionOS itself.
HomeKit and smart home functionality become another major topic as the panel discusses rumors surrounding new HomePod mini hardware, a refreshed Apple TV, and a possible smart home-focused "HomePad" device. Jeff floats the idea that Apple could eventually position Apple TV as a more serious gaming console if future hardware includes dramatically improved processors.
The show also includes several practical Apple tips, including how to leave FaceTime video voicemail messages, set up text replacements, use the one-handed iPhone keyboard, clear notifications quickly, and set timers that automatically stop music or audio playback. Jeff also highlights how much he relies on Universal Clipboard between Apple devices throughout his day.
Later in the episode, the panel discusses Apple's latest App Design Award winners, including apps like Structured, Grug, Is This Seat Taken?, Guitar Whiz, and immersive Vision Pro NBA experiences. Jill shares her enthusiasm for Structured as an ADHD-friendly productivity app, while Marty and Jeff discuss puzzle games, retro-style experiences, and the growing creativity in Apple's developer ecosystem.
The episode closes with excitement surrounding Macstock 10 and the upcoming Ecamm Creator Camp event. Dave, Marty, Jeff, and Jill talk about their upcoming presentations, the importance of community networking, and how Macstock continues to bring together Apple fans, creators, podcasters, and developers for one of the most enjoyable Apple community events of the year. The panel also reflects on the upcoming closure of the British Tech Network and the final episodes of several long-running shows.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Design App Of the Year: Primary: News in Depth App
https://www.reddit.com/r/VisionPro/s/j0UijSfDeS
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lets-go-fly/id6757612693
Cheaper, Lighter Apple Vision Pro Successor Could Arrive in Late 2028
Future Apple Vision Pro could gain Apple Pencil that can simulate textures
Patently Apple - Apple Reveals Apple Pencil with Texture Detection & Haptic Emulation for XR Environments
Beta this week. iOS 26.6. Beta 1 continues
Apple Releases iOS 26.5.1 to Fix Charging Issue on iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Models
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 to Fix Shutdown Issue Affecting Enterprise Users on M5 Macs
macOS 26.5.1 is out with an important fix for enterprise users
MacOS Tahoe 26.5.1 Update Released with Bug Fix for Enterprise M5 Users
Other Topics
WWDC 2026 preview and predictions
Apple Invites WWDC 2026 Attendees to 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' Screening at Apple Park
iOS 27: What We Know About the New Siri App
watchOS 27: Three new Apple Watch features being announced next week
Apple Teases Next Week's WWDC 2026 Event: 'All Systems Glow'
New Apple TV and HomePod Mini Are 'Nearly Ready' to Launch, New Siri Remote Also Rumored
Tips
You can leave FaceTime video voicemails, and a lot of people don't know it - here's how
Lesser-known iPhone features I use every single day!
News
iPhone 18 Pro May Drop Cosmic Orange After Color Complaints
Google Expands AirDrop Support to More Android Phones
Apple reveals winners of the 2026 Apple Design Awards
Apple Announces This Year's App Design Award Winners Ahead of WWDC 2026
Final BTN Show
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE and use our offer code INTOUCH to save $50
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden to talk Apple's latest beta releases, Vision Pro gaming with Steam Link and PS5 Remote Play, Siri and AI rumors for iOS 27, Mac hardware news, CarPlay customization tips, Apple Wallet IDs, Thunderbolt 5 docks, and much more as WWDC 2026 gets closer.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In this episode of In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden for a fun and wide-ranging discussion covering the latest Apple news, rumors, tips, and plenty of laughs as WWDC 2026 quickly approaches.
The show kicks off with discussion around Apple's latest beta releases for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, visionOS, watchOS, and tvOS. While the updates appear mostly focused on bug fixes and stability improvements, the panel speculates Apple may already be quietly laying groundwork for major WWDC announcements behind the scenes.
Vision Pro continues to dominate conversation this week with the arrival of the native Steam Link app, giving users a new way to stream PC games directly into Apple's headset. The panel discusses the growing gaming possibilities for Vision Pro, including PS5 remote play support and whether Apple's expensive headset could eventually become a more serious entertainment and gaming platform. Leaked images of black Vision Pro components also spark speculation about possible future hardware revisions or prototype devices Apple may still be testing internally.
Security and messaging updates are another major focus this week. The crew discusses Apple's expanded transparency around CVE security reporting, encrypted RCS messaging support in Messages, and how users can verify end-to-end encryption is active. The conversation quickly turns humorous as the group debates Apple's new alerts for users who max out blocked contacts, leading to stories about spam texts, political messages, and the endless battle against robocalls.
On the Mac side, the panel covers the M5 MacBook Air reaching one of its lowest prices yet, making it an especially attractive option for Apple users looking to upgrade. Dave also shares excitement about the massive Virtual OS Museum project, which allows users to explore and run classic operating systems from decades past, including older versions of macOS, Windows, Linux, Atari, and more.
The discussion then shifts into AI and Apple's future plans. OWC's upcoming Stack AI hardware generates interest as the panel explores how local AI processing and large language models may shape the future of Mac hardware. From there, the conversation moves into new rumors surrounding iOS 27, including reports of a redesigned Siri experience, a standalone chatbot-style Siri app, Dynamic Island integration ideas, and Apple's ongoing effort to compete in the rapidly evolving AI space. The panel debates whether Apple is truly behind competitors like ChatGPT and Gemini, or simply pursuing a more privacy-focused and ecosystem-driven approach.
The crew also spends time discussing Apple's redesigned app icons and the growing confusion surrounding Creative Studio apps like Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro. Jeff Gamet passionately argues Apple has "completely lost the plot" with icon design, while Marty Jencius defends the idea of evolving aesthetics, leading to one of the funniest debates of the episode.
Practical user tips round out the show, including how to customize CarPlay layouts, manage widgets and apps, enable 120Hz ProMotion refresh rates on iPhone, and use Apple Wallet driver's licenses in supported states. The panel shares real-world experiences using digital IDs and Apple Pay, including a hilarious story about a cashier insisting Apple Pay users still needed to "pay with money."
Finally, the crew previews Macstock 2026 and Creator Camp, encouraging listeners to join the Apple community event this summer. With discussions covering Vision Pro gaming, Siri rumors, AI strategy, CarPlay, Mac hardware, Apple Wallet, and much more, Episode 425 delivers another packed week of Apple news, insight, and entertaining conversation from the In Touch With iOS team.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26.6 Beta Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation
The native Steam Link app for Apple Vision Pro is now available
More All-Black Apple Vision Pro Parts Surface Online
Apple Vision Pro & PlayStation 5 are the perfect combo with Portal Remote Play app
Beta this week. iOS 26.6 Beta 1 was released this week
Apple Seeds First iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 Betas to Developers
Apple Releases First watchOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6 and visionOS 26.6 Betas
Apple adds new CVE details to several macOS, iOS, iPadOS, visionOS, and watchOS updates
iOS 26.5 gave Messages app encrypted RCS, here's how to check it's working
iOS 26.6 Will Alert You When You've Maxed Out Blocked Contacts
Apple Releases New Firmware for AirTag 2
In Touch With Mac this week
First macOS Tahoe 26.6 Beta Now Available for Developers
Apple's M5 MacBook Air Hits New Low Price of $899.99
The Virtual OS Museum is a fantastic project that lets you run Mac OS, A/UX, NeXTSTEP, more
We have many questions about OWC's new Stack AI speed booster
Add multiple high-res screens to your Mac with these new Thunderbolt 5 docks
Other Topics
Apple Updates Trade-In Values for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch
Apple Publishes Document to Help Users Tell Creator Studio Apps Apart
Leaks: iOS 27 leak reveals new Siri design, Camera app, more
Detailed iOS 27 renders show Siri's big makeover
iPadOS 26.5 has convenient upgrade when using Magic Keyboard, more
Tips Time Permitting
Tips to customize CarPlay for your vehicle
How to Activate 120Hz Refresh Rate on iPhone
News
Apple Just Expanded iPhone Driver's License Feature to 14th U.S. State
After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe returns
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE and use our offer code INTOUCH to save $50
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Website: https://jeffgamet.com
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
In Touch with iOS episode 424, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden to discuss Apple's latest Vision Pro immersive soccer documentary, WWDC 2026 announcements, AI-powered accessibility features, Google's new smart glasses, and Apple's growing education push with MacBook Neo devices. The panel also covers Plex's massive price increase, Meta layoffs, Fortnite's return to the App Store, new Mac apps, and Apple filming an MLS match entirely on iPhone 17 Pro devices. Plenty of laughs, tech insight, and Macstock excitement round out the show.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In episode 424 of In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden for a packed discussion covering Apple news, Vision Pro updates, WWDC anticipation, accessibility improvements, AI-powered gadgets, and plenty of laughs along the way.
The show opens with discussion around Apple's latest immersive Vision Pro experience, "Real Madrid: The Weight of Greatness," a new Apple Immersive Video documentary filmed using more than 30 Blackmagic cameras during the 2025 Champions League. The panel talks about Apple continuing to expand immersive sports storytelling while also connecting it to the company's growing MLS partnership. The conversation quickly turns humorous as Guy wonders whether there's a "fake Madrid," while Jeff enjoys Dave's attempts at pronouncing soccer player names.
The team then dives into Google's upcoming AI smart glasses announced during Google I/O. These audio-first glasses, developed with Samsung and Warby Parker, sparked debate over privacy, practicality, and whether anyone actually wants AI glasses without displays. Marty compares them to Meta's Ray-Ban glasses, while Jeff jokes they're "birth control glasses." The panel also raises concerns about privacy, facial recognition, and always-on cameras in public spaces.
WWDC 2026 excitement continues building as Apple officially announced the keynote schedule and media invitations for June 8. The group discusses rumors surrounding iOS 27, Siri upgrades, AI integration, and the annual anticipation surrounding Apple's biggest software event. Jill shares that she's often more excited about software announcements than hardware reveals, while Dave calls WWDC "a holiday."
The panel also spends time discussing Apple's preview of new accessibility features powered by Apple Intelligence. Updates to VoiceOver, Magnifier, Accessibility Reader, subtitles, and Vision Pro wheelchair controls impressed the group, with several hosts sharing personal stories about how accessibility tools already help them daily. The team praises Apple for remaining an industry leader in accessibility innovation year after year.
On the Mac side, the discussion focuses on Kansas City Public Schools transitioning 30,000 students away from Windows PCs and Chromebooks to Apple devices, including MacBook Neo laptops. The panel talks about Apple's growing affordability in education, the long-term benefits of students learning on macOS, and how Apple Silicon helped Apple finally compete aggressively at lower price points.
Dave also highlights Hovercraft, a new Mac app designed to improve presentations during video calls without fully replacing the presenter's camera feed. The panel compares the lightweight tool to Ecamm Live while discussing whether the app's one-time pricing model is sustainable.
A new recurring segment debuts: "In Touch with Jeff's Blog," where Jeff discusses Meta laying off 8,000 employees while aggressively shifting focus toward AI initiatives. The panel critiques Meta's priorities, especially layoffs impacting cybersecurity and integrity teams, and debates whether the company is simply chasing the next big trend.
Jeff's second blog topic covers Plex dramatically increasing the price of its lifetime Plex Pass license from $249 to $749. The panel reacts with disbelief, jokes about "lifetime" depending on your age, and discusses how subscription pricing models continue reshaping software businesses.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Immersive video on Real Madrid coming this week to Vision Pro
Trailer: Apple Vision Pro: Official Trailer for Real Madrid: The Weight of Greatness
Google's First AI Smart Glasses Launching This Fall With iPhone Support
Beta this week. iOS 26.5 was released last week no beta this week before WWDC.. we think.
In Touch With Mac this week
Kansas City Public Schools to replace 30,000 Windows PCs and Chromebooks with Apple devices
Hovercraft is a new Mac app that makes video call presentations feel more personal
https://sandwich.vision/hovercraft
New Segment: In Touch WIth Jeff's Blog
Jeff Gamet -Blog Link
Zuckerberg Sacrifices 8000 Employees for AI Dream
Plex Lifetime Pass Gets a $500 Price Hike
Other Topics
Apple Announces WWDC 2026 Schedule, Sends Media Invites
Happy 25th Apple Retail Stores Apple's First Retail Stores Opened 25 Years Ago Today
Apple unveils new accessibility features, and updates with Apple Intelligence
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Nintendo's New 'Pictonico' iOS Game Turns Your Photos Into Minigames
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iPhone 17 Pro Will Make Sports History This Weekend - MacRumors
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Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE and use our offer code INTOUCH to save $50
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. This week on In Touch With iOS, the panel dives into Apple's 26.5 updates across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro, Watch, TV, and HomePod, including major security fixes, encrypted RCS messaging, and enterprise Mac improvements. The crew also discusses a frustrating macOS USB bug, Bartender 6's notch features, Chrome secretly downloading a 4GB AI file, and privacy-focused browser alternatives like Helium. Plus, MacBook Neo demand continues to surge, Intel may build future Apple chips, Apple's Steve Jobs coin instantly sells out, and Ted Lasso's Danny Rojas heads into professional soccer training.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Summary
In episode 423 of In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, and Eric Bolden for a packed discussion covering Apple's latest 26.5 software updates, MacBook Neo demand, Vision Pro developments, browser privacy concerns, and more.
The panel starts with Apple's 26.5 updates across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and HomePod. The group discusses bug fixes, security improvements, wallpaper updates, and Apple's move to allow longer-term app subscriptions with monthly payment options. The conversation highlights Apple's new end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging support and automatic pairing for Magic accessories on iPad after connecting via USB. The panel also emphasizes the importance of installing the updates because of the large number of security vulnerabilities Apple patched, including WebKit exploits and kernel-related issues.
Vision Pro discussion includes reactions to visionOS 26.5, subtle under-the-hood improvements, and excitement around a new spatial air hockey game coming soon to the platform. Marty, Eric, and Dave discuss arcade-style air hockey in immersive spatial computing complete with sound effects and airflow simulation.
On the Mac side, Jeff Gamet details a frustrating USB accessory issue introduced after updating to macOS 26.5. Wired accessories including keyboards, Stream Decks, cameras, and USB hubs stopped functioning until security settings were adjusted under Privacy & Security. The discussion expands into Apple's enterprise-focused fixes, SMB networking bugs, black-screen startup issues, and unexpected restarts on newer Macs.
The panel also explores several Mac utilities and productivity tools. Jeff discusses Bartender 6 and Bartender Pro, including new notch-focused "Top Shelf" features that turn the MacBook notch into a Dynamic Island-style productivity area. The group also looks at NextPad++, an AI-assisted Mac port inspired by Notepad++, and debates whether AI-generated software development is moving too fast. BBEdit also gets praise as a long-standing favorite text editor for Mac users.
Browser privacy becomes another major topic after reports surfaced that Google Chrome quietly downloaded a hidden 4GB AI-related file to Macs. The panel discusses privacy concerns surrounding Chrome, Google's tracking reputation, and alternatives including Firefox, Edge, Safari, and Helium, a Chromium-based browser Jeff recommends because of its strong privacy protections and plugin compatibility.
The conversation then shifts to Apple hardware news with improving MacBook Neo availability and Apple reportedly increasing A18 Pro chip orders to meet overwhelming demand. The panel debates Apple's supply chain strategy and whether Apple underestimated how successful the $599 MacBook Neo would become.
Additional stories include a new joint satellite venture between AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile aimed at improving iPhone connectivity in dead zones, Intel reportedly testing fabrication of future Apple chips, and reactions to the Steve Jobs commemorative U.S. dollar coin that sold out in minutes. The panel closes with a fun discussion about Ted Lasso actor Cristo Fernández training with a professional soccer team after playing Danny Rojas on the hit Apple TV+ series.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases visionOS 26.5
visionOS 26.5 bug fix update is here for Apple Vision Pro users
visionOS 26.5 Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation
Pre-Order Air Hockey: Spatial Arena for Vision Pro : r/VisionPro
Beta this week. iOS 26.5 was released to public this week
Apple Releases iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 With End-to-End Encrypted RCS, New Wallpaper, and Maps Updates
Apple releases iPadOS 26.5 with new wallpapers and Messages upgrades
Apple Releases watchOS 26.5 With New Pride Luminance Watch Face
Apple Releases tvOS 26.5
Apple Releases HomePod Software 26.5
Apple's iOS 26.5 Update Patches More Than 50 Security Flaws
iPhone-Android RCS Conversations Are End-to-End Encrypted in iOS 26.5
Ads Aren't in the Apple Maps App Yet, But They're Coming Soon
Apple rolls out iOS 16.7.16 and iOS 15.8.8 for older iPhones with important security fixes
iOS 18.7.9 and iPadOS 18.7.9 now available for older iPhone and iPad
In Touch With Mac this week
macOS Tahoe 26.5 Now Available
macOS 15.7.7 and 14.8.7 released alongside Apple's latest software updates
Jeff Gamet: How I Fixed macOS 26.5 Failing to Talk to My USB Devices
What's new for enterprise in macOS Tahoe 26,5
Notepad++ Mac Port Renamed Nextpad++ After Trademark Row
Bartender Pro Brings Widgets, Clipboard, and File Storage to the MacBook Notch
DockDoor
Stop Chrome Browser From Downloading a Hidden 4GB AI File
Jeff recommends Helium Browser
MacBook Neo Delivery Dates Improve Following New A18 Pro Chip Orders
Other Topics
Unexpected US carrier joint venture fires up to expand iPhone cell coverage
Steve Jobs U.S. Commemorative $1 Coin Goes on Sale
Report: Intel is Testing Production of Some iPhone, iPad, and Mac Chips - MacRumors
News
Ted Lasso actor who played Dani Rojas is now a professional soccer player
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE and use our offer code INTOUCH to save $50
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Panel
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet and his blogs are jeffgamet.com and freshbrewedtales.com
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
In this special episode of In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg and Jeff Gamet welcome Don McAllister to discuss the history of Screencasts Online, his transition to semi-retirement, and his new app Wedding Player. Don shares how the app was inspired by his daughter's wedding and explains its offline Apple Music integration, ceremony-focused controls, AI-assisted development process, and future plans for iPhone, iPad, Android, and professional wedding venues.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In this special episode, Dave Ginsburg is joined by co-host Jeff Gamet for an in-depth conversation with Don McAllister, the founder of Screencasts Online and creator of the new app Wedding Player.
Don reflects on the origins of Screencasts Online back in 2005, explaining how it began as a hobby after he originally planned to launch a Mac audio podcast. Instead, he discovered the power of video tutorials and quickly found an audience eager to learn more about the Mac ecosystem. He shares stories about the early days of podcasting and online video creation, describing how he slowly transformed the project from free tutorials into a successful premium service while still maintaining a passion for helping Apple users learn new technology.
The discussion then shifts to the transition of Screencasts Online to Lee Garrett. Don explains why it was important for him to hand the platform to someone who already understood the community and culture that had been built over nearly two decades. He talks about how Lee's experience, technical background, and long history creating tutorials made the transition smooth for both subscribers and contributors. Don also reveals he still contributes occasional tutorials and monthly articles while remaining available behind the scenes for advice and support.
A major focus of the episode centers on Don's newest project, Wedding Player. The idea came directly from helping organize music for his daughter Nicola's wedding. Frustrated with the limitations of existing music playback solutions and concerned about reliability during a live ceremony, Don decided to create his own dedicated app. He explains how Wedding Player organizes music into "moments" for different sections of a ceremony, supports fade controls between songs, includes loop functionality, and uses simplified "Go Live" controls designed to prevent mistakes during high-pressure events.
Don also details the extensive safeguards built into the app. Wedding Player works fully offline, integrates with Apple Music through MusicKit, supports local audio files, and includes pre-flight checks to verify downloaded tracks, airplane mode settings, and device readiness before a ceremony begins. He discusses the importance of reliability and explains how the app was intentionally designed to reduce the chance of user error. The conversation also highlights the inclusion of royalty-free "Wedding Player Originals" tracks for users who do not subscribe to Apple Music.
Jeff and Dave explore how Don used AI tools, particularly Claude, to accelerate development of the app and even build an Android version after discovering significant demand from wedding professionals using Android devices. Don shares how AI dramatically shortened the development timeline and how he now sees AI as a powerful platform for building software and systems rather than simply a chatbot. The panel also discusses accessibility improvements, large-text UI challenges, venue support, future iCloud syncing plans, and professional features designed for wedding venues and officiants.
Finally, Don shares pricing details, future roadmap ideas, and where listeners can find Wedding Player online.
Links mentioned
Wedding Player
https://weddingplayer.app/our-story/
https://weddingplayer.app/blog/
https://weddingplayer.app/support/
ScreenCastsOnline
ScreenCastsOnline - About Us
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Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE and use our offer code INTOUCH to save $50
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Guest
Don McAllister is founder of Screencasts Online and developer of the new app Wedding Player, You can find him on social media at X @donmcallister
Our Co-Host
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
This week on In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, and Jill McKinley for a packed Apple discussion covering the latest in Vision Pro, iOS 26.5, Mac shortages, the booming MacBook Neo, HomePod desk setups, CarPlay automation, Apple's Pride Collection, and the iPhone 17 becoming the world's best-selling smartphone. The panel also debates Apple's AI lawsuit settlement and previews MacStock X
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Episode 421 of In Touch With iOS features Dave Ginsburg joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, and Jill McKinley for a lively discussion on the latest Apple news and ecosystem updates. The panel dives into VisionOS 26.5 and the exciting addition of PC VR game streaming support for Vision Pro, opening new possibilities for immersive gaming experiences. They also cover iOS 26.5 RC, new Pride wallpapers and watch bands, WatchOS fixes, and Apple's ongoing RCS messaging improvements.
A major focus of the episode is Apple's booming Mac business, as Mac Mini and Mac Studio shortages continue due to skyrocketing AI demand. The panel debates the long-term impact of AI infrastructure growth and discusses Apple doubling MacBook Neo production after unexpectedly strong sales. Conversations also explore the Neo's efficiency, potential future "Mac Neo" products, and whether Apple TV could someday evolve into a true gaming console.
Additional topics include using HomePod Minis as desktop speakers, creative CarPlay automations using Shortcuts, Logitech's new education-focused iPad keyboard cases, and Apple TV+ content including John Travolta's directorial debut film. The show wraps with a discussion on Apple's AI-related lawsuit settlement, the iPhone 17 becoming the world's best-selling smartphone, and an enthusiastic preview of MacStock X.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26.5 Beta 4 Release Notes
Apple Vision Pro Gets PC VR Gaming Through New KRVR App
Beta this week. iOS 26.5 RC is released this week.
Apple Seeds iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 Release Candidates to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Seeds watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5 and visionOS 26.5 Release Candidates - MacRumors
watchOS 26.5 Fixes Two Apple Watch Bugs - MacRumors
iOS 26.5 Brings End-to-End Encryption to iPhone-Android RCS Messages - MacRumors
Apple Releases New Firmware for AirPods Max 2 - MacRumors
In Touch With Mac this week
macOS Tahoe 26.5 Release Candidate Now Available
Apple Cuts More Mac Studio and Mac Mini RAM Options as Memory Shortage Worsens - MacRumors
Apple doubles MacBook Neo production, orders fresh batch of A18 Pro chips
Other Topics
HomePod Desk Speakers Bring Apple Audio to Workspaces
How to auto-open Maps when you connect to CarPlay
News
Apple introduces a new Pride Collection
iPhone 17 Outselling Every Other Phone Worldwide So Far This Year
Logitech announces two new keyboard cases for iPad - 9to5Mac
Apple TV drops first trailer for John Travolta's directorial debut movie
You Might Be Eligible for a Cut of Apple's $250 Million AI Settlement
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE and use our offer code INTOUCH to save $50
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Vision Pro sparks debate with real-world medical breakthroughs and Hollywood use cases while critics call it "doomed." Meanwhile, MacBook Neo demand surges, Apple expands AI and iCloud features, and MacStock 2026 heats up with major announcements.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In Episode 420, Dave and the panel dive deep into the evolving Apple ecosystem, starting with the latest visionOS 26.5 beta and broader conversations around the future of Apple Vision Pro. Despite headlines suggesting Apple may be "giving up," the panel pushes back—highlighting real-world use cases in healthcare and filmmaking that suggest the opposite.
A standout story includes Vision Pro being used in cataract surgery, enabling real-time collaboration and 3D visualization—showcasing its growing role in enterprise and medical environments. In parallel, Hollywood is embracing the device, with directors like Jon Favreau leveraging Vision Pro for immersive shot composition in virtual IMAX environments.
The conversation shifts to Apple's broader ecosystem updates, including beta releases across iOS, macOS, and watchOS, which remain relatively quiet ahead of WWDC. Meanwhile, the MacBook Neo continues to generate buzz with strong demand and shipping delays, reinforcing its early success.
AI continues to dominate discussion with tools like Perplexity's Comet browser, YouTube's conversational search experiments, and Google Photos' upcoming wardrobe AI feature. Apple also enhances iCloud with improved web-based search functionality—closing the gap with competitors.
Additional topics include Apple Pay transit expansion, App Store subscription changes, MagSafe's uncertain future, and excitement around upcoming Apple TV+ content like Ted Lasso Season 4.
The episode wraps with a preview of MacStock X, featuring appearances from industry voices including David Pogue and a special Ecamm Creator Camp.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26.5 Beta 4 Release Notes
Apple Has Given Up on the Vision Pro After M5 Refresh Flop
Apple Vision Pro Used in World-First Cataract Surgery
Latest 'Star Wars' movie cut unnecessary costs by using Apple Vision Pro
Apple wins Patent for Bridge Emitters & Sensors to Keep AR Glasses Aligned Over Time
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds Fourth iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 Betas to Developers
Apple Releases Fourth watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5 and visionOS 26.5 Betas
In Touch With Mac this week
Fourth macOS Tahoe 26.5 Beta Now Available for Developers
MacBook Neo Still Seeing Extended Delivery Estimates at Apple, But Amazon and Walmart Have Stock
Other Topics
Perplexity just gave its Comet AI browser an upgrade for iPad users with these features
YouTube Tests AI-Powered 'Ask YouTube' Conversational Search Feature
iOS 26.4 adds convenient new iCloud feature, here's how to enable it
Google Photos to Get AI 'Wardrobe' Feature
Apple Introduces App Store Monthly Subscriptions With 12-Month Commitmenth
Apple May Reconsider MagSafe Future on Upcoming iPhones
ProClip USA
News
Apple Shares 'Ted Lasso' Season Four Streaming Date and Teaser Trailer
Watch The Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix Live On Apple TV This Weekend
Apple Q2 2026 Earnings Call: Date, Time, and What Could Move the Stock
Apple Pay for Transit Now Works in These 12 U.S. Cities
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE and use our offer code INTOUCH to save $50
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle, Ben Roethig. Apple enters a new era as Tim Cook transitions to Executive Chairman and John Ternus steps in as CEO. The panel breaks down what this means for Apple's future, alongside iOS 26.5 beta updates, Vision Pro developments, AI expansion, CarPlay upgrades, and a major phishing scam targeting Apple users.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Episode 419 dives into one of the biggest Apple leadership changes in decades. Tim Cook announces his transition to Executive Chairman, with John Ternus taking over as CEO—marking a shift toward a more product-focused leadership style. The panel shares reactions, expectations, and concerns about how this could shape Apple's future, especially in hardware innovation and Apple Silicon.
The discussion continues with updates across Apple's ecosystem. Vision Pro remains steady with incremental updates, while immersive video content continues to impress—especially new travel experiences like New York City and Switzerland. Meanwhile, iOS 26.4.2 addresses critical security vulnerabilities, reinforcing Apple's ongoing focus on privacy.
Beta season rolls on with iOS 26.5 and macOS 26.5 showing minimal visible changes but continued work on encryption, stability, and under-the-hood improvements. CarPlay sees meaningful enhancements, including sports widgets and AI integrations, signaling Apple's push toward smarter in-car experiences.
AI continues to dominate the conversation. Apple's collaboration with Google and ongoing AI developments hint at a more powerful and personalized Siri experience in the future. The panel also explores new AI tools for image creation, coding, and workflow automation.
Security takes center stage with a sophisticated phishing scam targeting Apple users, highlighting the importance of vigilance and best practices.
Finally, the episode wraps with discussion around Apple's evolving pricing strategy, making the ecosystem more accessible than ever, and updates on Macstock X.
Breaking News
Tim Cook to step down and become Executive Chairman. John Turnus transition to CEO.
Tim Cook to become Apple Executive Chairman John Ternus to become Apple CEO - Apple
Community Letter from Tim - Apple
Johny Srouji named Apple's Chief Hardware Officer
That was Tim, this is Ternus: Some first thoughts on Apple's CEO transition – Six Colors
Tim Cook Says He's 'Healthy,' Plans to Remain at Apple 'for a Long Time'
Apple Teases 'Incredible Road Map Ahead'
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26.5 Beta 3 Release Notes
Apple Takes Vision Pro Users to New York City in New 'Elevated' Immersive Video
Beta this week.
iOS 26.4.2 updated 2 week after 26.4.1
Apple Releases iOS 26.4.2 and iPadOS 26.4.2 With Bug Fixes
iOS 26.4.2 and iOS 18.7.8 Address Notification Privacy Flaw Highlighted by FBI Case
iOS 26.4.2 Patches Flaw That Let FBI Extract Deleted Signal Messages
Apple releases iOS 26.5 beta 3 for iPhone
Apple releases beta 3 for iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, and more
iOS 26.5 Hidden Changes Bring a Smarter Beta 3 Update
Here's What's New in iOS 26.5 So Far
In Touch With Mac this week
macOS 26.5 beta 3 now available, here's what to expect
Unless you reboot every once in a while, your Mac will get kicked offline every 49 days
Apple releases GarageBand For Mac update, here's what's new
Other Topics
CarPlay just got even better with three exciting recent app updates
Apple Sports now works with CarPlay, here's how to set up
Paul McCartney shares behind-the-scenes video of Apple Park concert
OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Images 2.0 With Thinking Capabilities and Better Text Rendering
OpenAI upgrades ChatGPT and Codex with GPT-5.5: 'a new class of intelligence for real work' -
A Full Apple Ecosystem Now Costs Less Than a MacBook Pro
News
Google Confirms Gemini-Powered Siri Coming Later This Year
New iPhone phishing scam involves email sent from Apple servers
Apple removes old Pages, Numbers, and Keynote apps from Mac App Store
PSA: Automatic Software Update Enables Itself with MacOS Tahoe 26.4 & iOS 26.4
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE and use our offer code INTOUCH to save $50
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius. Apple Vision Pro updates continue with visionOS 26.5, enterprise support expands, and a $30K immersive camera sparks debate. We break down MacBook Neo demand surges, Microsoft price hikes, Google's Gemini Mac app, router ban confusion, and more. Plus Macstock updates and a standout new app.
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Episode 418 covers a wide range of Apple ecosystem updates with Dave Ginsburg joined by Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, and Jill McKinley.
The show begins with Vision Pro, including the latest visionOS 26.5 beta, which brings incremental improvements, and a key development: Apple Business Essentials now supports Vision Pro. This signals Apple's growing push into enterprise and device management for spatial computing.
A major highlight is the release of a $30,000 immersive camera designed for Vision Pro content creation. While clearly aimed at professionals, it underscores Apple's long-term commitment to immersive media and high-end production workflows.
The discussion turns serious with news of a tragic accident during the filming of an immersive video project. The panel reflects on the risks involved in high-intensity filming and the broader implications for this emerging medium.
On the Mac side, the MacBook Neo continues to dominate conversation. Demand has exceeded expectations, prompting Apple to significantly increase production. The panel explores how the Neo is disrupting the market, especially as competitors like Microsoft raise prices on their Surface lineup. There's also discussion around AI workloads driving demand for Apple silicon devices like the Mac mini.
Google enters the mix with the release of its Gemini app for macOS, completing the trio of major AI platforms with native Mac apps. The panel discusses usability, competition, and privacy concerns tied to AI adoption.
Regulatory confusion around a proposed U.S. router ban sparks debate, with questions about security, transparency, and how these decisions are communicated.
Additional topics include a new event-focused music app called Wedding Player, improvements to Apple Watch repair processes in stores, and a redesigned YouTube Music interface.
The episode wraps with excitement around Macstock 2026, including expanded programming and special guest appearances.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26.5 Beta 2 Release Notes
Blackmagic's camera for Apple Vision Pro content is now available for $30K
Vision Pro could ramp up live Immersive Video soon as new camera arrives
Apple releases revamped Business app with Apple Vision Pro support
Apple Vision Pro Shoot Ended in Fatal Aircraft Crash
Beta this week. iOS 26.5 Beta 2 is released
Apple Seeds Second iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 Betas to Developers
Apple Maps Ads Move Closer to Launch With iOS 26.5 Beta 2
In Touch With Mac this week
Second macOS Tahoe 26.5 Beta Now Available for Developers
Apple Releases Second watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5 and visionOS 26.5 Betas
Microsoft Raises Prices for All Surface PCs, Making Them More Expensive Than Equivalent Macs
Apple Ramps Up MacBook Neo Production to 10 Million Units Amid Strong Demand
Apple's $599 MacBook Neo Sold Out Through April Amid Surging Demand - MacRumors
Mac Neo should be the follow up to the huge success of the MacBook Neo
Google Launches Native Gemini AI App for Mac
Other Topics
Router Ban
The United States router ban, explained | The Verge
FCC exempts Netgear from ban on foreign routers, doesn't explain why
Our friend Don McAllister has a new iPhone and iPad app
Wedding Player
Wedding Player App Store
News
Apple Stores Will Soon Be Able to Restore Apple Watch Software In-House
YouTube Music Launches Fresh Split-Screen Redesign on Android and iOS
Here's How Researchers Stole $10,000 From MKBHD's Locked iPhone - MacRumors
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE and use our offer code INTOUCH to save $50
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
In this special episode 417 of In Touch With iOS, host Dave Ginsburg sits down with tech journalist and author David Pogue to discuss his book Apple: The First 50 Years. Joined by Jeff Gamet and Marty Jencius, the panel explores Apple's history, iconic products, Vision Pro, and the future of the iPhone and iPad in an engaging deep-dive conversation.
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This special edition of In Touch With iOS features an in-depth conversation with renowned tech journalist and author David Pogue, centered around his book Apple: The First 50 Years. Alongside co-hosts Jeff Gamet and Marty Jencius, the discussion dives deep into Apple's evolution—from its early innovations and turbulent "dark years" to its modern dominance across the tech landscape.
David shares insights into the inspiration behind the book, including rare access to Apple engineers and archives, and explains his product-focused storytelling approach that sets this work apart from traditional business histories.
The conversation explores Apple's most pivotal moments, including the impact of the PowerBook, the return of Steve Jobs, and how Apple's loyal user community helped shape its identity. The panel also discusses modern Apple products like the Vision Pro, examining its role as both an experimental platform and a glimpse into the future of spatial computing.
The panel, joined by David Pogue, highlighted the MacBook Neo as a major shift in Apple's strategy. In his recent article, Pogue describes it as a "gateway Mac," designed to bring new users into the Apple ecosystem.
With a price around $500–$600, the Neo breaks from Apple's premium tradition, making the Mac more accessible to students, first-time users, and even enterprise environments. Despite the lower cost, it delivers strong performance thanks to Apple Silicon, handling everyday tasks and even demanding workflows like video editing.
The discussion emphasized how Apple is leveraging its services ecosystem to support this model, using the Neo to drive long-term growth rather than just hardware profit. It may also change buying habits, with users opting for a desktop Mac plus a Neo instead of a single high-end laptop. Here is David Pogue's article on Macbook Neo: MacBook Neo: 90% of the Laptop, 54% of the Price
Shifting to today's ecosystem, the group analyzes the evolution of the iPhone, the changing role of the iPad, and how Apple's innovation strategy has moved from groundbreaking hardware to services and software integration.
The episode wraps with reflections on Apple's enduring impact, the strength of its community, and excitement around upcoming events like Macstock—making this a must-listen for any Apple enthusiast.
Announcements
We're thrilled to share that David Pogue is joining the Macstock conference—and not just for a session, but for a very special Friday night event David Pogue is going to join us Friday night at Macstock for "An Evening with David Pogue", a lively show taking us through the first 50 years of Apple with original music, including his new song parody, "Clap Along", some video, and a little Q&A! (on the live stream David referred to it as Apple the Musical
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary \With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HEREOur Host
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Special Guest
David Pogue is a bestselling author, Emmy-winning technology correspondent, and longtime consumer tech expert. He gained prominence as a columnist for The New York Times, where he wrote the popular "State of the Art" column, and later became a correspondent for CBS News. Pogue has authored or co-authored dozens of books, including the well-known "Missing Manual" series, and is recognized for making complex technology accessible, practical, and often humorous for everyday users. Find hin at https://davidpogue.com
Our Co-Hosts
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and many others. Check his website at https://thepodtalk.net Social Media: jencius@mastodon.social
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. Episode 416 covers the Vision Pro launch and training debate, Steam Link gaming on Vision Pro, iOS and macOS updates, the runaway success of the MacBook Neo, the Insta360 Snap accessory, Mint Mobile's $45 bundle, AI-powered security from Anthropic, and Overcast's new transcripts feature. Plus, Macstock preview and a fun discussion about tech, AI, and the Apple ecosystem.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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This week we cover major developments across the Apple ecosystem including the ongoing story of the Apple Vision Pro launch and the role retail training may have played in its early adoption curve. A new book by Norm Schreiber argues that retail staffing cuts and compressed training contributed to underwhelming launch demos, but the panel debates whether training or the $3,499 price tag was the real barrier.
We also dive into gaming and media on Vision Pro, including the arrival of Steam Link for visionOS — bringing PC gaming streaming to the headset. It's currently limited to 2D streaming, but it hints at future VR potential. We share tips from Lifehacker on maximizing Vision Pro use, including accessibility tweaks, storage management, and remote streaming.
Next we talk OS updates across the board including recent security fixes in iOS 26, Wi-Fi fixes for newer Macs in macOS Tahoe, and a surprise set of App Store updates seemingly pushed by Apple Inc. itself.
We discuss the wild popularity of the MacBook Neo, which continues to face supply constraints due to chip yields and demand. Repair parts are now available via Apple's Self Service Repair program, and one YouTuber even managed a DIY storage upgrade (not recommended!).
Dave reviews the new Insta360 Snap accessory, which attaches a small touch display and light to your phone for better selfies and video capture.
In broader tech, we talk about Mint Mobile launching a $45/month bundle for unlimited wireless + home internet. And we explore Anthropic's new security initiative, Project Glasswing, which aims to use AI to find vulnerabilities in major platforms before bad actors do.
Finally, we highlight the new transcript feature in Overcast and preview the upcoming Macstock Conference & Expo — including the keynote and participation by David Pogue.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
New Book Details Vision Pro's Troubled Launch in Apple Stores
Vision Pro is about to get Steam Link app for gaming, download beta here
10 Hacks Every Apple Vision Pro User Should Know
Beta this week. iOS 26.5 Beta 1 continues this week.
iOS 26.5: New features, release date, more
Apple Releases iOS 26.4.1 and iPadOS 26.4.1 With Bug Fixes
Apple Passwords syncing bug corrected by iOS 26.4.1 update
Some iPhone Apps Receive Mysterious Update 'From Apple'
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.4.1 With MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Wi-Fi Fix
Apple is Reportedly Facing a 'Massive Dilemma' With the MacBook Neo
You can now buy official repair parts for MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e, Studio Display XDR, more
YouTuber upgrades MacBook Neo to 1TB in new ASMR video
Astropad Workbench Lets You Remotely Control Your Mac and AI Agents From iPhone and iPad
Other Topics
ChatGPT just added its first streaming video app, here's what it can do
CarPlay in iOS 26 has my top new Apple Music feature, here's how to use it
The best CarPlay tips and tricks
Dave's review Insta360 jumps on the rear iPhone screen trend with its new Snap monitor
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Turn on Accessibility Zoom
- On your iPhone, go to Settings → Accessibility → Zoom
- Toggle Zoom ON.
Insta360 Snap https://amzn.to/4tuZ73u
News
Logic Pro Updated With Step Reflex Sound Pack, Apple's Other Creator Apps Get Bug Fixes
iPhones on space missions are as valuable as they are fun
Mint Mobile launches $45/month bundle for wireless and home internet
Anthropic's AI to Help Apple Find iOS, macOS, and Safari Vulnerabilities
Overcast launches podcast transcripts in new app update for iPhone
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE Its official! Dave is speaking for a 10th consecutive year!!
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. This week on In Touch With iOS, the panel dives into visionOS 26.5 beta and new immersive Vision Pro experiences including concerts and NASA content. We discuss a rare iOS security update for older devices, iOS 26.5 beta features like Maps suggestions and RCS encryption, and macOS Tahoe beta updates. The show celebrates Apple's 50th anniversary with Apple history and memories, plus updates to the Apple Sports app, AirTag firmware, Gmail changes, and Macstock news including special guest David Pogue attending.
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Episode 415 of In Touch With iOS covers a wide range of Apple news, beta updates, and Apple history as the company celebrates its 50th anniversary. The panel begins with Vision Pro and visionOS 26.5 beta, which appears to include mostly developer-focused updates, particularly around subscription support. The group also discusses new immersive video experiences available on Vision Pro, including BBC Proms concerts and NASA Artemis-related content, highlighting how immersive video continues to evolve on the platform.
Apple released a rare iOS 18 security update for older devices to address a serious exploit, reinforcing the importance of keeping devices updated. The panel then reviews iOS 26.5 beta features, including suggested places in Maps, RCS end-to-end encryption improvements, Magic Keyboard auto Bluetooth pairing via USB-C, and additional EU feature changes.
On the Mac side, the macOS Tahoe 26.5 beta is now available, and Dave discusses his experience setting up new Macs and using the iPhone-to-Mac setup feature, which allows users to quickly transfer Apple ID and settings during setup.
The panel then shifts to celebrating Apple's 50th anniversary, sharing memories of early Apple products including the Apple II, early Macs, iPods, and iPhones, and discussing how Apple products influenced their personal and professional lives.
Other topics include Apple Sports app updates with FIFA World Cup integration, AirTag firmware updates, Apple moving older devices to the vintage list, AirPods Max 2 availability, Gmail's new ability to change your email address, and MacStock conference updates, including David Pogue appearing at the event and an upcoming special interview episode.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26.5 Beta 1 Now Available for Developers
visionOS 26.5 Beta Release Notes
You can now watch a full BBC Proms concert in immersive video on Apple Vision Pro
Beta this week. iOS 26.5 Beta 1 was released.
Apple Issues Rare iOS 18 Security Update to Protect Against DarkSword Exploit
Apple Seeds First iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 Betas to Developers
Apple Releases First watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5 and visionOS 26.5 Betas
Everything New in iOS 26.5 Beta 1
Apple Lays Groundwork for Ads in Maps With iOS 26.5
iOS 26.5 Beta Continues RCS End-to-End Encryption Testing for iPhone and Android Messages
In Touch With Mac this week
First macOS Tahoe 26.5 Beta Now Available for Developers
Using your iPhone to set up your Mac. Dave has set up a few Macs recently and discusses smooth experience using the iPhone How to set up your Mac using your iPhone or iPad | Apple Support
Apple's New 16-Inch MacBook Pro Charger Has a Compatibility Issue
Other Topics
Apple's 50th Birthday April 1, 1976
Apple Turns 50 Today: Reflecting on Each Decade's Biggest Moments
Apple Celebrates 50th Anniversary in Seven Ways
Apple Marks 50th Anniversary With Animated Homepage Tribute
Paul McCartney Blazes Through Career-Spanning Set at Apple Park for 50th Anniversary Celebrations
Tim Cook Says iPhone Launch Was His Favorite Apple Moment in 50th Anniversary Interview
Thanks for the wild ride, Apple. Let's keep it going
Good Tip: Stop Your iPhone Suppressing Background Audio in Videos
Apple Releases First Firmware Update for AirTag 2
News
Apple Sports Now Lets You Follow Your Favorite 2026 FIFA World Cup Teams
Apple Adds Another iPad to Vintage Products List
Apple Says Three More Products Are Now 'Vintage' or 'Obsolete'
AirPods Max 2 Now Available at Apple Stores
AirPods Max 2 Review: Better Sound and ANC, Same Design Frustrations
Don't Like Your Gmail Email Address? You Can Finally Change It
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE Its official! Dave is speaking for a 10th consecutive year!!
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. Dave and the panel dive into Apple's massive round of OS updates including iOS 26.4, macOS Tahoe 26.4, watchOS, tvOS, visionOS, and HomePod updates. The team discusses Apple Music's new AI Playlist Playground, major security fixes you should install immediately, and Apple Podcasts adding video podcasting support. Plus, Apple kills the Mac Pro, celebrates 25 years of Mac OS, introduces a new Apple Business platform, and the panel reacts to Netflix price hikes and the shutdown of OpenAI's Sora app.
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Episode 414 kicks off with Dave and the panel discussing Apple's latest wave of software updates across the entire ecosystem including iOS, iPadOS, macOS Tahoe, watchOS, tvOS, visionOS, and HomePod OS. The discussion highlights new features, performance improvements, and most importantly a large number of security fixes that make updating immediately highly recommended.
A major highlight of iOS 26.4 is Apple Music's new Playlist Playground, an AI-powered feature that generates playlists based on prompts like mood, genre, or activity. The panel shares their experiences testing the feature and discusses how well it works compared to other music discovery tools.
The group also discusses several other iOS updates including offline music recognition, an ambient music widget, accessibility improvements, and family purchase sharing changes. CarPlay gains new features including an ambient music widget and upcoming support for voice-based chatbot apps like ChatGPT.
Apple Podcasts is also getting video podcasting support, allowing creators to publish video versions of their shows directly in Apple Podcasts using HLS streaming, opening up new opportunities for content creators and monetization.
On the Mac side, Apple officially discontinues the Mac Pro, signaling that the Mac Studio has effectively replaced it for high-end users. The panel also reflects on 25 years of Mac OS, sharing memories of early versions and Apple's transition across PowerPC, Intel, and Apple Silicon.
The discussion also covers Apple's new Apple Business all-in-one platform, which aims to combine device management, productivity tools, and customer engagement into a single platform — a move that could help Apple grow further in enterprise and small business markets.
Other topics include the shutdown of OpenAI's Sora app, Netflix price increases, router security concerns in the U.S., and a preview of the upcoming MacStock Conference.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases visionOS 26.4
Beta this week. iOS, iPadOS, tvOS, watchOS 26.4 is released to the public.
iOS iPadOS
Apple Releases iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 With New Emoji, Playlist Playground, Purchase Sharing Changes and More
Apple releases iOS 26.4 with 8 new emoji and 12 more changes to your iPhone
Security Bite: What stands out in the iOS 26.4 security release notes
Apple Music in iOS 26.4 has new design for albums, playlists, and more
iOS 26.4 Features: Everything New in iOS 26.4
iOS 26.4 Adds Two New Features to CarPlay
iOS 26.4 adds new features in six iPhone apps, details here
iOS 26.4 just made Apple Creator Studio even better, here's what's new - 9to5Mac
watchOS
watchOS 26.4 Now Available With Workout Update and New Emoji - MacRumors
tvOS
Apple Releases tvOS 26.4 With Genius Browse
tvOS 26.4 Adds These New Features to Your Apple TV
tvOS 26.4 Adds These New Features to Your Apple TV
Apple Releases HomePod Software 26.4
Apple Releases watchOS 5 and watchOS 8 Updates to Keep FaceTime and iMessage Running on Older Apple Watches
In Touch With Mac this week
Breaking News: Apple Discontinues Mac Pro Apple's $700 Mac Pro Wheels Kit Discontinued Along With Mac Pro
macOS Tahoe 26.4 Now Available With Safari Compact Tab Bar, Battery Charge Limits and More
Jeff suggests Helium as a privacy-focused Chromium browser
macOS 26.4 Introduces New Security Feature for Terminal Commands
macOS Tahoe 26.4 Adds Slow Charger Indicator for MacBooks
Mac OS X Launched 25 Years Ago Today: 'The Future of the Mac'
Marty has Jeff's book: Designer's Guide to MAC OS X Tiger
Other Topics
WWDC 2026 to Showcase Apple's 'AI Advancements'
Apple Unveils 'Apple Business' All-in-One Platform
News
What You Need to Know About the Foreign-Made Router Ban in the US
OpenAI Discontinuing Sora AI Video App - MacRumors
The Studio season 2 is coming: Here's every new guest star so far
T-Mobile's Free MLB.TV Subscription Returns For 2026
Netflix announces price increases for every streaming plan i
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE Its official! Dave is speaking for a 10th consecutive year!!
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. Apple scores a major legal win for the Apple Watch, Vision Pro gets a gaming boost with NVIDIA, and the MacBook Neo continues to impress the panel. Plus, iOS 26.4 improves Family Sharing, AirPods Max 2 arrives, and Final Cut Pro gets a major upgrade with Apple's Motion VFX acquisition.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In episode 413, David Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden for a packed discussion across Apple's ecosystem.
The show kicks off with breaking news: Apple secures a favorable ruling in the ongoing Apple Watch blood oxygen dispute. The panel explores what this means for current and future Apple Watch users, including the workaround using the iPhone and whether full functionality could return.
Vision Pro takes a major step forward with NVIDIA GeForce NOW support, enabling higher frame rates and improved gaming experiences. The panel discusses how this positions Vision Pro as a more serious gaming and computing platform.
iOS 26.4 brings a long-awaited improvement to Family Sharing, finally allowing individual payment methods—something users have wanted for years. Meanwhile, tvOS gets subtle but useful discovery improvements.
A standout segment focuses on the MacBook Neo, with strong early impressions. The panel highlights its surprising performance in real-world use, including Final Cut Pro workflows, multitasking, and even running Windows via Parallels. A new companion podcast—the Neo Notebook—is also announced.
Apple also releases AirPods Max 2, featuring the H2 chip, improved ANC, and better audio performance, though at a higher price point. The discussion explores whether the upgrade is compelling enough.
The episode wraps with excitement for MacStock 2026 and continued community engagement.
Topics and Links
Breaking News
ITC Judge Rules Apple Watch Blood Oxygen Workaround Does Not Infringe Masimo Patents
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26.4 Release Candidate Now Available for Apple Vision Pro
visionOS 26.4 Beta 4 Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation
Apple Vision Pro gains smoother gameplay with Nvidia's top GeForce Now streaming plan
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 Release Candidates
macOS Tahoe 26.4 RC Release Notes: 6 New Features Coming to Mac
iOS 26.4 to finally let Family Sharing members use their own payment methods
Apple Releases watchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4 and visionOS 26.4 Release Candidates
Here Are Apple's Release Notes for iOS 26.4 - MacRumors
Apple Adds 'Genius Browse' Movie and TV Recommendations to Apple TV in tvOS 26.4 - MacRumors
Apple Releases Background Security Improvement Update for macOS Tahoe 26.3.1, iOS 26.3.1, and iPadOS 26.3.1
Apple Urges iPhone Users Running Outdated iOS Versions to Update Immediately
In Touch With Mac this week
macOS Tahoe 26.4 Release Candidate Now Available - MacRumors
New segment: In Touch with Macbook Neo
Despite hardware limits, Parallels supports running Windows on MacBook Neo
MacBook Neo runs Premiere Pro and almost 60 Chrome tabs without issues New vodcast The Neo Notebook starting Sunday March 23rd 9 PM EST
Other Topics
Apple introduces AirPods Max 2
Apple announces AirPods Max 2 update with H2 chip, same price
AirTag 2 vs AirTag: Here's everything new
Cool thing Spigen's New AirPods Pro 3 Case Is Modeled After the Original Macintosh Mouse
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Rolling Square Wallet Tracker: https://amzn.to/4stzQqC
News
Perplexity Launches Comet AI Browser for iPhone With Built-In Assistant - MacRumors
Apple's Head of Home Hardware Leaves for Smart Ring Maker Oura
Apple's First Lightning iPhone is Now Obsolete
Apple buys Final Cut Pro plug-in partner, MotionVFX
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE Its official! Dave is speaking for a 10th consecutive year!!
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle.This week the panel focuses on two major hands-on topics. Marty Jencius and Eric Bolden share their first impressions of Apple's new MacBook Neo, including real-world testing, performance surprises, and how it could disrupt the entry-level laptop market. Dave also gives his hands-on impressions of the new iPhone 17e, discussing MagSafe's return, display improvements, and why it could be a strong entry-level iPhone. The group also touches on the latest Apple beta updates, Vision Pro airline etiquette, Apple's upcoming 50-year anniversary, and MacStock news.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In this episode, Dave Ginsburg is joined by a full panel of Apple experts including Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden. The group dives into the latest Apple news and beta updates including visionOS 26.4 beta 4, iOS 26.4, and other platform updates. They also spend significant time discussing the newly released MacBook Neo, Apple's surprise entry-level Mac that is already shaking up the PC and Chromebook market.
The panel explores how the MacBook Neo performs in real-world scenarios, including video encoding tests and education-focused use cases. Early impressions suggest Apple may have dramatically changed the budget laptop landscape. The discussion also touches on how competitors like ASUS are already reacting to the Neo's disruptive price point and performance.
Vision Pro remains part of the conversation as the group discusses new features in the latest visionOS beta and a curious real-world incident where a passenger was asked to remove their Vision Pro during a flight. The panel debates airline rules, passenger etiquette, and how spatial computing devices fit into public environments.
One of the biggest topics this week is Apple's newly released MacBook Neo, and both Marty Jencius and Eric Bolden share their early hands-on impressions. Marty puts the machine through a real-world test by converting a 4K video project to 1080p in Final Cut Pro, revealing performance that surprised even seasoned Mac users. Eric also shares his experience using the Neo alongside Apple Vision Pro in a coffee shop workflow, highlighting how the device works well as a lightweight entry point into the Mac ecosystem.
Dave also shares his first impressions of the new iPhone 17e, which he recently picked up through a carrier upgrade. He talks about the improvements over the previous model, including the return of MagSafe, a better display, and increased base storage. While positioned as Apple's entry-level iPhone, Dave explains why it may be an excellent option for many users looking for a capable iPhone without stepping up to the higher-priced Pro models.
Other topics include Apple continuing security updates for older devices, new Apple TV+ Friday Night Baseball announcements, and reflections on Apple's upcoming 50th anniversary celebration. The group also shares personal stories about the Macs that meant the most to them over the years.
Finally, the team wraps up with exciting news about MacStock X, where several panelists will be speaking, and encourages listeners to join the Apple community event.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26.4 Beta 3 Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation
Apple Vision Pro user learns the hard way that flight attendants have the final say
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Everything New in iOS 26.4 Beta 4
Apple Releases Fourth watchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4 and visionOS 26.4 Betas
Apple Releases New Versions of iOS for Older iPhones - MacRumors
In Touch With Mac this week
Fourth macOS Tahoe 26.4 Beta Now Available for Developers [Update: Public Beta Available] Zoom on Rosetta?
Marty and Eric both have Macbook Neo. They give their first impressions.
PSA: Neo won't work with some MacBook USB-C hubs
Apple Releases macOS 26.3.2 Update for MacBook Neo Only for Neo
MacBook Neo Teardown: Modular Ports, Glue-Less Battery, Zero Tape
MacBook Neo's Keyboard Can Be Replaced Individually
MacBook Neo's AppleCare+ Repair Fees Are Lower Than All Other Macs
Dave has the new M5 MBA and MBP M5 Pro (Marty got his M5Max today) as of today. Apple Store visit and Neo.
Other Topics
Dave has the iPhone 17e and gives first impressions after trading in the 16e
iPhone 17e Hands-On: What's New and What's Not - MacRumors
News
Friday Night Baseball Returns to Apple TV on March 27 for 2026 MLB Season
Apple to celebrate 50 years of thinking different
CHM Live | Apple at 50: Five Decades of Thinking Different
Announcementsst
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary ! Dave, Chuck, Jeff, Marty, and Jill are all speaking this year!. With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE Its official! Dave is speaking for a 10th consecutive year!!
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
Dave Ginsburg is joined by Mike Potter, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden to break down a big week of Apple news. The panel discusses visionOS 26.4 beta updates, iOS 26.4 beta, the new iPhone 17e, M4 iPad Air, and refreshed MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models with M5 chips. The biggest debate centers around Apple's brand-new MacBook Neo, a $599 MacBook designed to compete with Chromebooks in education. Is it a smart gateway device for new users or an underpowered compromise? The panel shares strong opinions while also discussing Apple's strategy for expanding the Mac ecosystem.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In episode 411 of In Touch With iOS, host Dave Ginsburg is joined by Mike Potter, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden to break down a week packed with Apple news, software updates, and new hardware announcements. The discussion begins with updates across Apple's platforms, including visionOS 26.4 beta 3, which appears to focus mainly on bug fixes and stability improvements as Apple prepares the platform for a future release. The panel shares their early impressions of the update process and discusses how developers are continuing to explore new possibilities around XR streaming and immersive experiences on Vision Pro.
The group then moves into Apple's latest software updates, including iOS 26.3.1 and iOS 26.4 beta 3, along with updates for iPadOS, tvOS, and watchOS. While many of the updates are minor, Apple continues refining features such as Apple Music's Playlist Playground and preparing Apple Podcasts for native video podcast support. The panel also notes Apple's continued improvements to system security and stability while reminding listeners that beta software should still be used cautiously on primary devices.
A major part of the episode focuses on Apple's latest hardware announcements. The panel begins with the iPhone 17e, Apple's new entry-level iPhone that includes the A19 chip, improved portrait photography, MagSafe support, and a 256GB base storage configuration while maintaining a competitive $599 starting price. The group discusses how this model could become the ideal recommendation for many users who want a reliable iPhone without paying for a higher-end Pro model. They also explore how the device could work well as a travel phone, a secondary phone, or a practical upgrade for family members who want simplicity and value.
Next, the panel examines the newly refreshed iPad Air with the M4 chip, which now includes 12GB of RAM, Wi-Fi 7, and Apple's N1 wireless networking chip. The panel largely agrees that the iPad Air continues to be the "sweet spot" in Apple's tablet lineup, offering powerful performance without the premium cost of an iPad Pro. They discuss how the Air remains the most common recommendation for everyday users who want a capable iPad for productivity, media consumption, and general use.
The conversation then shifts to the Mac side of Apple's announcements. Apple updated the Studio Display with Thunderbolt 5 support and upgraded internals, though the panel debates whether the premium pricing makes sense compared to other high-quality displays on the market. The discussion continues with Apple's updates to the MacBook Air with the M5 chip and the MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, which bring major performance gains, increased base storage, and improved graphics capabilities. Dave shares that he plans to upgrade his own MacBook Pro to an M5 Pro model, while the panel reflects on how dramatically Apple Silicon has improved Mac performance since the M1 era.
The biggest debate of the episode centers around Apple's surprising announcement of the MacBook Neo, a brand-new entry-level MacBook starting at $599 and powered by an A18 Pro chip. Designed to compete directly with Chromebooks in education markets, the Neo introduces a new tier in Apple's laptop lineup. The panel dives into a lively discussion about whether the Neo represents a smart strategy to expand Apple's reach or a compromise that may struggle with longevity due to its limited memory and ports. Mike Potter delivers a passionate critique, arguing that the device feels like a disposable computer aimed primarily at schools, while other panelists see it as a secure, well-built, and affordable entry point for students, travelers, and users who need a simple Mac for basic tasks.
The conversation also explores how the Neo might introduce a new generation of users to macOS while potentially competing with low-cost Windows laptops and Chromebooks. Some panelists see it as a gateway device that could lead users to upgrade to more powerful Macs later, while others question whether a refurbished MacBook Air might be a better long-term option.
To close the show, Mike Potter shares updates on MacStock 10, including expanded programming, the addition of Ecamm's Creator Camp, and a new Saturday evening event that will be announced soon. The panel reflects on how MacStock continues to grow each year as an important gathering for Apple enthusiasts and creators.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
BETA 26.4 beta 3 - 9.5 GB update but runs fast
- Mostly bug fixes and stability improvements
- Developers testing NVIDIA CloudXR support for streaming high-resolution XR content
- Focus on refining features added earlier in the 26.4 cycle rather than big UI changes.
Beta this week. iOS 26.4 Beta 3 was released this week
Apple Releases iOS 26.3.1 and iPadOS 26.3.1 With Bug Fixes and Studio Display Support
Apple Seeds Revised Third Betas of iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 to Developers, New Public Betas
Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 to Developers
Apple Releases Third watchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, and visionOS 26.4 Betas
Product Announcements This Week
Apple's Biggest Week of 2026: Details on Every New Product Announced
Apple Unveiled These Seven New Products This Week
iPhone 17e
Apple Announces iPhone 17e With A19 Chip, MagSafe, and More
iPhone 17e Now Features 256GB Base Storage
IPhone 16e vs. iPhone 17e Buyer's Guide: All Upgrades Compared
iPad Air M4
Apple Unveils iPad Air With M4 Chip, Increased RAM, Wi-Fi 7, and More
First M4 iPad Air Benchmarks Surface
M3 vs. M4 iPad Air Buyer's Guide: All Differences Compared - MacRumors
Studio Display
Apple's Two New Studio Display Models Feature Different A19 Chips
New Studio Display and Studio Display XDR Will Have Day One Firmware Update
Apple Updates Studio Display With Thunderbolt 5 and More
Apple discontinues the Pro Display XDR
Apple Discontinues Pro Display XDR and $999 Stand
New Apple Studio Display and Studio Display XDR Don't Work With Intel Macs
These Macs Can't Run the Studio Display XDR at 120Hz
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.3.1 With Support for Studio Display and Studio Display XDR
Third macOS Tahoe 26.4 Beta Now Available for Developers
Apple Removes 512GB Storage Option From M5 MacBook Pro, Drops SSD Upgrade Prices
Macbook Neo
macOS Will Alert You to MacBook Neo's USB-C Port Limitation
MacBook Neo Features Two Different USB-C Ports
20+ MacBook Neo Compromises: What You Give Up for Apple's Cheapest Mac
MacBook Neo Can Only Drive One External Display at 4K 60Hz
MacBook Neo Starts at Just $499 for Students
MacBook Neo Has Just 8GB RAM With No Upgrade Option
Walmart will continue selling Macs after proving market for MacBook Neo
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Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary! With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner,Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. Vision Pro Beta 2 refines foveated rendering, iOS 26.4 betas roll out across platforms, and 1Password announces a significant price increase. We also cover Muppet Vision 3D on Vision Pro, Carrot Weather updates, Apple Sports expansion, Panasonic exiting TV manufacturing, Samsung's privacy display tech, and Ted Lasso Season 4 arriving in August.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In Episode 410 of In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden for a packed discussion covering the latest across the Apple ecosystem.
We kick off with Apple Vision Pro updates, including Developer Beta 2 and refinements to foveated rendering designed to improve visual focus and battery efficiency. We also discuss visionOS 26.3.1 addressing flickering issues in the Apple TV app, and take a deeper dive into Apple's immersive environment design — including insights from the team behind Jupiter and other spatial backdrops.
The return of Muppet Vision 3D to Vision Pro sparks nostalgic excitement, while iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, macOS Tahoe 26.4, watchOS, and tvOS betas bring subtle but meaningful refinements — including subtitle customization, Apple Podcasts enhancements, Safari tab layout options, charge limits on MacBooks, and Rosetta deprecation warnings.
We tackle the headline-grabbing 1Password price increase, discussing subscription fatigue, Apple Passwords vs. third-party managers, and the importance of digital security in today's environment.
Additional topics include:
• David Pogue's upcoming 50-year Apple history book
• Acme Weather's debut from former Dark Sky creators
• Carrot Weather updates and expanded data sources
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26.4 beta 2 available for Apple Vision Pro developers
visionOS 26.4 Beta 2 Release Notes
Apple Releases visionOS 26.3.1 to Fix Multiview Flicker Issue in Apple TV App
Crafting the Cosmos: The Design Behind Apple Vision Pro's Environments
Apple Vision Pro users will get to see Disney's 'Muppet*Vision 3D' in all its glory
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 to Developers
iOS 26.4 Beta Adds End-to-End Encryption for iPhone-to-Android RCS Texts
Everything New in iOS 26.4 Beta 2
iOS 26.4 release date: Here's when to expect new iPhone features
Apple Releases Second watchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4 and visionOS 26.4 Betas
tvOS 26.4: Three new changes are coming for Apple TV 4K
iOS 26.3.1 Update for iPhones Coming Soon as 'Apple Experience' Nears
In Touch With Mac this week
Second macOS Tahoe 26.4 Beta Now Available for Developers
Other Topics
1Password Getting More Expensive Starting in March
iOS 26 has made Apple Passwords the only password manager I need
Here's how to switch from 1Password to Apple Passwords
David Pogue shares first look at upcoming 'Apple: The First 50 Years' book
Preorder David Pogue Book: https://amzn.to/4tWLQ4Y
The creators of Dark Sky have a new weather app
Meanwhile: Carrot Weather adds The Weather Channel data, new dynamic interface, more
Steve Jobs Would Have Celebrated His 71st Birthday Today
News
Apple acquires startup specializing in AI-powered light and optics design tools
'Ted Lasso' Season 4 Release Date Revealed for August Premiere
Apple Sports App Expands to More Countries and Leagues
Panasonic, the former plasma king, will no longer make its own TVs
Samsung's New S26 'Privacy Display' Will Make Third-Party Privacy Screens Obsolete
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary! With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. Apple teases a mysterious March 4 event as rumors swirl about colorful MacBooks and M5 updates. We break down VisionOS 26.4 beta, iOS 26.4 AI features, CarPlay updates, Rosetta 2 warnings, and Apple's expanding sports lineup — including MLS now free on Apple TV+. Plus, Emergency SOS via satellite saves skiers in Lake Tahoe.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In episode 409 of In Touch With iOS, Dave and the panel dive into Apple's newly announced "special experience" event scheduled for March 4 in New York, London, and Shanghai. With no official details revealed, speculation runs high. Could we see colorful, lower-cost MacBooks powered by A-series chips? M5 Pro and Max MacBook Pros? Updated iPads? The panel debates whether Apple may stage a staggered release week or unveil everything in a single coordinated announcement.
The discussion shifts to Vision Pro, where rumors suggest Apple could demonstrate immersive Formula 1 experiences just days before the 2026 F1 season begins. With Apple's expanding sports footprint, including IMAX screenings of F1 races, the possibility of spatial sports broadcasting feels closer than ever. The panel also reviews VisionOS 26.4 beta updates, including refined UI elements, reorganized settings, early foveated streaming support for developers, and expanded 8K playback capabilities on newer hardware.
iOS 26.4 beta brings one of the busiest update cycles in recent memory. Highlights include AI-powered playlist creation in Apple Music, enhanced podcast video playback directly inside the Apple Podcasts app, CarPlay integration with third-party AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini, improved hotspot usage visibility, battery charge limit automation through Shortcuts, and Stolen Device Protection becoming enabled by default. The panel weighs in on whether security features should be opt-in or automatically enforced.
On the Mac side, Rosetta 2 warnings now alert users when launching Intel-based apps, signaling Apple's continued push toward full Apple Silicon adoption. The conversation explores legacy software challenges and developer responsibility during platform transitions.
Additional stories include Toyota adding Apple Wallet car key support, Tesla's rumored CarPlay integration delays, and a powerful real-world example of Emergency SOS via satellite saving skiers in a Lake Tahoe avalanche.
Finally, Apple's sports strategy takes center stage as MLS Season Pass becomes free for Apple TV+ subscribers, joining F1 and Friday Night Baseball in Apple's expanding live sports ecosystem.
Breaking News
Apple Announces Special Event in New York, London, and Shanghai on March 4
Apple Event on March 4: Here's What to Expect
Upcoming Low-Cost MacBook May Come in Yellow, Green, Blue, and Pink
F1 races to screen live in IMAX theatres in 2026 as Apple TV unveils new US viewing experience
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Could Apple Demo Immersive F1 on Vision Pro at Its March 4 Event?
visionOS 26.4 Beta Release Notes
visionOS 26.4 unlocks new 'foveated streaming' feature for apps and games
Beta this week. iOS 26.4 Beta 1 was released this week.
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 to Developers
Everything New in iOS 26.4 Beta 1
iOS 26.4 Adds Average Bedtime Metric and Restores Blood Oxygen to Health App Vitals Graph
Apple Removes iTunes Movies and TV Shows Apps in tvOS 26.4
iOS 26.4 Brings CarPlay Support for ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini
In Touch With Mac this week
First macOS Tahoe 26.4 Beta Now Available for Developers
Apple Releases First watchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4 and visionOS 26.4 Betas
macOS Tahoe 26.4 Displays Warnings for Apps That Won't Work After Rosetta 2 Support Ends
Other Topics
Android-to-iPhone AirDrop Transfers Now Supported on Pixel 9
Tesla's CarPlay Plans Delayed by Apple Maps Compatibility Issue
Jeff met with Omni Group and reviews their 2026 road plan for OmniGraffle and OmniFocus for iPad and iPhone.
Omni Links
News
Toyota Rolling Out Apple Wallet Car Keys on iPhone
iPhone's Emergency SOS via Satellite Feature Helped Rescue Skiers Caught in Lake Tahoe Avalanche
Apple TV Sports Content Including F1, MLS, and Friday Night Baseball Coming to Bars and Restaurants
MLS 2026 Season Begins February 21 on Apple TV With Free Access for Subscribers
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary! With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. The panel discusses iOS 26.3 security updates, the launch of YouTube's native app on Apple Vision Pro, and improvements across Apple's platforms. They debate home security cameras and privacy, explore iPad multitasking enhancements, and break down the Apple Card's move from Goldman Sachs to Chase. Plus: YouTube TV bundles, T-Mobile's live call translation, and Apple's removal of iTunes wishlists.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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The episode kicks off with the release of iOS 26.3 and companion updates to iPadOS, macOS Tahoe, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS. With more than 35 security fixes in iOS and iPadOS alone, the panel stresses the importance of updating immediately. They also discuss improvements to Android-to-iPhone transfer tools and Apple's continued cross-platform migration efforts.
A major highlight this week is the long-awaited arrival of a native YouTube app on the Apple Vision Pro. The panel dives into immersive video support, spatial Olympic content, interface quirks, and how this finally elevates Vision Pro's entertainment value. Is this the turning point for mainstream Vision Pro adoption? The debate is lively.
The conversation shifts into a thoughtful discussion about home security cameras, sparked by recent news events. Are devices from Ring, Eufy, and others increasing safety — or creating neighborhood surveillance grids? The panel explores privacy concerns, AI integration, cloud vs local storage, and whether user-controlled footage strikes the right balance.
Accessibility features get some spotlight as Dave demonstrates Sound Recognition on iOS, including the ability to detect doorbells while wearing noise-canceling headphones — a small feature with meaningful real-world impact.
iPadOS multitasking improvements are also examined. Window resizing, dock behavior, and multitasking toggles continue pushing the iPad closer to being a full laptop replacement, though muscle memory and discoverability remain challenges.
Financial news rounds out the show as the Apple Card prepares to transition from Goldman Sachs to Chase. The panel discusses what stays the same, what might change, and open questions about the Apple Savings account.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases visionOS 26.3
YouTube launches native app for Apple Vision Pro
YouTube Launches on Apple Vision Pro - MacRumors
VisionPlay for YT App
Beta this week. iOS 26.3 final version was released to the public this week.
Apple Releases iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3
iOS 26.3 has fixes for 35+ security issues on iPhone, details here
Update Now: iOS 26.3 and macOS Tahoe 26.3 Fix Dozens of Security Vulnerabilities
iOS 26.3 Features: Everything New in iOS 26.3
Apple Releases watchOS 26.3
Apple Releases HomePod Software 26.3
Apple Releases tvOS 26.3
Apple just released new updates for old versions of iOS, macOS, and iPadOS
Apple Releases New Beta Firmware for AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods 4 - MacRumors
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.3
Why You Shouldn't Buy the Next MacBook Pro
Other Topics
Home Cameras & Missing Person Cases — Safety or Surveillance?
The Smart Camera Landscape
Ring
Google Nest Cam
Apple HomeKit Secure Video (wemo Doorbell Camera)
Others Panel suggestion?
Never Miss Your Doorbell While Wearing Headphones on iPhone
iPadOS 26 multitasking got better when I changed this one setting - 9to5Mac
Apple Card is moving to Chase, here's everything we know - 9to5Mac
News
Apple Acquires New Database App
YouTube TV Gets Cheaper Sports, News, and Entertainment Bundles
T-Mobile Launches Beta for Free Real-Time Call Translation on Any Phone
Apple is Getting Rid of iTunes Wish Lists, Here's How to Save Yours
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary, ! With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X and BlueSky. Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. This episode covers the transition of visionOS 26.3 from beta, the second anniversary of the Vision Pro, and critical updates for the Home app. The team also discusses the expansion of the Apple Sports app, the future of CarPlay Ultra, and exciting new content coming to Apple TV+. Finally, the show concludes with the highly anticipated announcement of MacStock 10.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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The episode opens with visionOS 26.3 reaching release-candidate status and a look back at the two-year anniversary of Apple Vision Pro. The panel reflects on how far the platform has come since its early releases, noting steady software improvements and growing maturity. Marty shares hands-on perspective from recent workshops, emphasizing Apple's consistent approach to spatial computing compared with competing XR platforms.
The conversation shifts to Apple's latest immersive video content, including the Crufts Dog Show experience, which highlights Vision Pro's strengths in visual detail and presence. From there, the panel touches on iOS 26.3, iPadOS 26.3, and other platform updates, including Apple's continued support for older operating systems and why that matters for users with legacy hardware or specialized workflows.
Discussion then turns to the Mac, with reactions to Apple's new online Mac configuration process, now modeled after the iPad buying experience. The panel debates whether the new flow simplifies customization or makes it easier for costs to escalate unexpectedly.
A key segment focuses on the Apple Home app and Apple's push to migrate users to the newer Home architecture. The panel shares candid experiences with home automation reliability, pointing out HomeKit's strengths, ongoing frustrations, and the lack of a true backup-and-restore option.
The episode continues with CarPlay Ultra's gradual expansion, reports of CarPlay connection dead zones caused by wireless interference, and a celebration of the iPad's 16th anniversary, reflecting on its lasting impact and why iPad and Mac continue to serve different roles.
In the news roundup, the panel covers the Apple Sports app's expansion, Amazon's rollout of Alexa Plus, and what smarter assistants actually deliver in everyday use. The show wraps with Apple TV+ updates, including previews of upcoming content, hints of an F1 movie sequel, and a major announcement: MacStock 10 is officially set, featuring the Inspire theme and a new Ecamm Creator Camp for hands-on creator training.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple seeds visionOS 26.3 RC ahead of final update
visionOS 26.3 RC Release Notes
Apple Vision Pro Launched Two Years Ago Today
Vision Pro goes to the dogs
Immersive Dog Show Series 'Top Dogs' Premieres on Apple Vision Pro
Immersive Dog Show Series 'Top Dogs' The Story
Beta this week. iOS 26.3 Beta RC released
Apple Seeds iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 Release Candidates - MacRumors
Apple Releases watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3 and visionOS 26.3 Release Candidates - MacRumors
iOS 16, iPadOS 16, macOS Big Sur get minor updates with iMessage fix
Apple Releases macOS 11, watchOS 10, and watchOS 9 Updates to Keep iMessage and FaceTime Working on Older Devices
In Touch With Mac this week
macOS Tahoe 26.3 Release Candidate Now Available
Apple Changes How You Order a Mac
Other Topics
Apple Gives Final Warning to Home App Users What is the state of the Home App?
Apple's CarPlay Ultra to Expand to These Vehicle Brands Later This Year
CarPlay connection issues? This might explain why
Apple's iPad Turns 16 Today
News
Apple Sports Now Supports Golf and More
Six New Leagues Coming to Apple Sports - MacRumors
Amazon's Alexa+ Now Free for All U.S. Prime Members, Beating Apple's Smarter Siri to Market
Apple TV Announces 12 New Shows and Films Coming This Year
Eddy Cue and Formula 1 CEO tease 'F1: The Movie' sequel at Apple TV press day event
Announcements
Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary! With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
In this packed episode 406 of In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Marty Jencius, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden to break down a huge week in the Apple ecosystem. The panel dives into Apple's $2 billion acquisition of Q.ai, record-breaking quarterly earnings, updates to visionOS, the newly released Apple Creative Studio subscription, AirTag 2, major Apple TV+ news including Ted Lasso's return, and much more.
Apple is clearly firing on all cylinders—hardware, services, AI, accessibility, and entertainment—and this episode covers it all with insight, humor, and a few classic panel tangents.
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Apple acquires Q.ai for nearly $2B
What Apple's second-largest acquisition ever could mean for AI, accessibility, Vision Pro personas, Face ID, and future wearables
• Apple's record-setting quarterly earnings
iPhone dominance, massive services growth, China's rebound, and what Tim Cook's comments reveal about Apple's long-term strategy
• visionOS 26.3 beta
A quieter beta, stability improvements, and speculation on what Apple may be holding back
• iOS, watchOS, and legacy device updates
iOS 26.2.1, AirTag 2 support, and Apple's continued commitment to very old devices (yes, even the iPhone 5s)
• Apple Creative Studio subscription
Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Motion, Compressor, Pixelmator Pro, and more—pricing, education discounts, real-world experiences, and how it compares to Adobe
• AirTag 2 hands-on discussion
Louder speaker, extended Precision Finding range, Apple Watch support, and real-world use cases
• Apple TV+ news
Formula 1 programming launches in the Apple TV app, Shrinking renewed, and Ted Lasso officially returning for Season 4
• Volvo doubles down on CarPlay
Why CarPlay still matters—and why CarPlay Ultra may be fading away
• Apple Fifth Avenue Store maintenance
Why the iconic glass cube is temporarily closing overnight
• Halide co-founder joins Apple's design team
What this means for iPhone photography, Apple's camera app, and UI design going forward
Links
Breaking News
Apple Just Made Its Second-Biggest Acquisition Ever After Beats - MacRumors
Apple acquires audio AI startup for $2 billion - Six Colors
Apple acquires audio AI startup for $2 billion- Reuters
Apple Just Made Its Second-Biggest Acquisition Ever After Beats - MacRumors
Chuck's related interview. MacVoices #26013: CES Unveiled – Gesture-Based Control with Naqi Logix Q1 2026 Results
Apple announces all-time record in revenue, iPhone sales - Six Colors
Apple Reports Record-Setting 1Q 2026 Results: $42.1B Profit on $143.8B Revenue - MacRumors
Specific Notes on results
Apple Was Caught Off Guard by AirPods Pro 3 Popularity - MacRumors
Apple Responds to Fast-Rising RAM and Storage Chip Prices - MacRumors
Apple Reaches 2.5 Billion Active Devices - MacRumors
Apple CEO Tim Cook Says iPhone Sales Were 'Simply Staggering' Towards End of 2025
Related: Microsoft's $357 Billion Rout Is Worst Since Deepseek Hit Nvidia https://finance.yahoo.com/news/microsoft-357-billion-rout-worst-212236721.html
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases Third watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3 and visionOS 26.3 Betas
visionOS 26.3 Beta 3 Release Notes
Apple shares trailer for new Top Dogs immersive 'doguseries' coming to Vision Pro
Other iOS updates
Here's Everything Apple Released This Week Most links below here.
Apple Releases iOS 26.2.1 With AirTag 2 Support
Apple Releases iOS 16.7.13 and iOS 15.8.6 for Older Devices
Apple Releases iOS 18.7.4 and iPadOS 18.7.4 - Download Now
iOS 26.2.1 Addresses Emergency Call Problems on Older iPhones in Australia
Apple Releases watchOS 26.2.1, Adding Precision Finding Support for AirTag 2
iPhone 5s Gets New Software Update 13 Years After Launch - MacRumors
Apple updates iOS 12 to extend iMessage and FaceTime support on older devices
Beta this week. iOS 26.3 Beta 3 was released this week
Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 to Public Beta Testers
Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 to Developers
iOS 26.3 Adds Privacy Setting to Limit Carrier Location Tracking
iOS 26.3 will add three new ways to customize your iPhone - 9to5Mac
iOS 26.3 adds new feature to limit location data shared with your carrier
Warning: These Continuity Features Are Broken on Latest iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 Betas
In Touch With Mac this week
Third macOS Tahoe 26.3 Beta Now Available for Developers - MacRumors
Apple Releases Third macOS Tahoe 26.3 Public Beta
A decade with Bartender showed me how overdue this macOS feature is
Other Topics
Apple Creative Suite
Apple's 'Creator Studio' App Bundle Now Available for $12.99 Per Month
Apple Updates Keynote, Numbers, and Pages Apps With New Free and Paid Features
Hands on with Apple Creator Studio: A bittersweet bundle
Apple's Creator Studio has a rough App Store roll-out
Apple Creative Suite? Access, comments, experiences?
New AirTag 2
Apple introduces new AirTag with expanded connectivity range and improved findability
Teardown Reveals AirTag 2 Is Full of Hidden Changes
Dave unboxing of AirTag 2
News
Apple Introduces New Black Unity Apple Watch Band - Dave unboxing
One of Apple TV's Most Popular Shows Gets Renewal
Another automaker vows to continue offering CarPlay
Apple TV launches F1 programming in app ahead of season kickoff
'Ted Lasso' is Returning to Apple TV, Here's When
Apple's Fifth Avenue Store is Closing Overnight Next Week, Here's Why
'Halide' Co-Founder Sebastiaan de With Joins Apple's Design Team
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by Jill McKinley,Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. The discussion spans the latest Vision Pro beta updates and immersive NBA experiences to rumors of new M5 MacBook Pros and significant leadership shifts at Apple. The team also tackles critical security news, including a major data breach at a manufacturing partner and new anti-phishing features from 1Password.
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In episode 405 of In Touch With iOS, host Dave Ginsburg is joined by a full panel including Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, Eric Bolden, Guy Serle, and Jeff Gamet to dissect the latest developments in the Apple ecosystem. The episode covers a wide range of topics from hardware shortages and software betas to major security breaches and executive transitions.
The panel discusses the recent Vision Pro beta releases, noting that while the updates are relatively minor, they significantly improve connectivity with game controllers. Looking ahead, Apple Arcade is set to launch a "Retrocade" on February 5th, bringing 3D immersive versions of classics like Pac-Man, Space Invaders, and Asteroids to the headset. The team also reviews the recent immersive Lakers NBA game, sharing mixed feelings about the audio quality and app stability, but ultimately expressing excitement for the future of sports in VR.
Current MacBook Pro stock is reportedly thinning, with wait times stretching into March. This has fueled speculation about an imminent release of M5 Pro and M5 Max models. The panel debates whether users should upgrade now or wait for the rumored M6, while also considering how NVIDIA's priority at TSMC for AI chips might be impacting Apple's supply chain.
The discussion takes a serious turn regarding a massive 1TB data breach at Apple manufacturing partner Luxshare. The stolen data allegedly includes confidential product designs and engineering documents from 2019 through 2025, raising concerns about reverse engineering and hardware vulnerabilities. On the software side, 1Password has introduced a new anti-phishing feature that warns users when they attempt to paste passwords into suspicious websites. The panel also revisits Walmart's continued refusal to accept Apple Pay, noting that the retailer prefers its own "Walmart Pay" system to maintain control over customer purchase data.
Apple TV+ continues to gain momentum with six Academy Award nominations for the film F1. The panel also previews upcoming content, including the March 27th premiere of For All Mankind Season 5, and discusses other popular series like Starfleet Academy and Monarch.
A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to reports that John Ternus is being groomed as the next Apple CEO. Ternus has recently taken over management of the design teams, a move seen as a way to expose him to broader business operations before Tim Cook eventually retires. While some panelists express anxiety over a post-Cook era, others highlight Apple's history of strong succession planning.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Seeds Second Betas of watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3, and visionOS 26.3 to Developers
visionOS 26.3 Beta 2 Release Notes
Apple Arcade Adding These Four Games in February for Vision Pro
Dave, Marty, and Eric give thoughts viewing the Lakers Immersive game
When and how to watch Lakers games in Apple Immersive format on Vision Pro
What it's like to watch an NBA game courtside in Apple Vision Pro
Beta this week. iOS 26.3 Beta 2 continues.
In Touch With Mac this week
MacBook Pro Buyers Now Facing Up to a Two-Month Wait Ahead of New Models
The Gmen show Episode 22
Other Topics
Major data breach could expose Apple secrets
Walmart Still Doesn't Accept Apple Pay in the U.S. in 2026, Here's Why
Apple Tops 2025 Smartphone Market With 20% Share, 10% Growth
Apple drops to 7th in U.S. patent rankings for 2025 as grants fall 11%, per report
Apple tops the 2026 World's Most Admired Companies list—finishing No. 1 for the 19th year in a row
News
Apple's F1 Movie Nominated for Best Picture at 2026 Oscars
Apple scores six Academy Award nominations
Apple TV reveals first look at season five of hit space drama "For All Mankind"
ChatGPT Atlas Gains Tab Groups, Auto Google/AI Search Switching
1Password Launches Anti-Phishing Warnings for Pasted Passwords
Apple's John Ternus Takes Over Design in Latest CEO Succession Move
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS Dave is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden to break down the biggest Apple and tech stories of the week. The panel dives into Chuck's firsthand CES 2026 experiences, Apple's surprise Creative Studio subscription bundle, upcoming iOS 26 updates, Apple Podcasts' record year, shifting trade-in values, Google Gemini's expanding role in Apple Intelligence, and the return of Apple TV+'s Monarch: Legacy of Monsters.
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In Episode 404 of In Touch With iOS, the panel kicks things off with an in-depth discussion of CES 2026, where Chuck Joiner shares firsthand impressions from CES Unveiled, Pepcom, and ShowStoppers. Highlights include solar-powered tech, innovative dash cams, creative accessories, audio gear, docks, and a surprisingly thoughtful retro-inspired digital camera.
The conversation then turns to Apple software updates, including the imminent release of iOS 26.2.1 and beta testing of iOS 26.3 across Apple platforms. A major highlight is Apple's progress toward end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging, reinforcing Apple's ongoing privacy stance.
Apple's surprise announcement of the Creative Studio Bundle sparks lively debate. The new subscription includes Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Motion, Compressor, and MainStage across Mac and iPad. The panel discusses subscription fatigue, student pricing, competition with Adobe Creative Cloud, and what this means for professionals and educators.
The episode also covers Apple Podcasts' strongest year ever, despite increased competition from Spotify and YouTube. While Apple may hold a smaller share of a growing podcast market, engagement and subscriptions continue to climb.
Other topics include updated Apple trade-in values, new firmware releases for AirPods Pro and MagSafe batteries, Shazam's 2026 Fast Forward artist list, and Apple Services' continued growth across Music, TV+, Arcade, and digital ID adoption.
The show wraps with excitement around the return of Apple TV+'s sci-fi hit: The panel previews Monarch: Legacy of Monsters – Season 2, praising its character-driven storytelling and expanding MonsterVerse mythology.
Topics and Links
CES 2026
Chuck Joiner returned from CES last week to give us some insight on the show and a few cool things.
Beta this week.
iOS 26.2.1 Update Coming Soon for iPhones
Apple releases iPadOS 26.3 beta 2 for iPad
Apple releases second iOS 26.3 beta for iPhone
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 to Public Beta Testers
iOS 26.3 beta 2 hints at upcoming end-to-end encryption for RCS messages
Apple Releases Second watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3 and visionOS 26.3 Betas
In Touch With Mac this week
macOS Tahoe 26.3 beta 2 now available, here's what to expect
Second macOS Tahoe 26.3 Beta Now Available for Developers
Will Apple Announce New MacBook Pros This January?
Apple may have hinted at a high-end MacBook Pro launch on January 28
PSA: Google Chrome 151 to drop support for macOS 12 Monterey
Other Topics
Apple Introduces New 'Creator Studio' Bundle of Apps for $129 Per Year
Pixelmator Pro is Coming to iPad With Apple Pencil Support and More
Apple Says 'Pixelmator' App on iOS Will No Longer Receive Updates
Some Apple Apps Will No Longer Receive Every New Feature Without a Subscription
iOS 26 Shows Unusually Slow Adoption Months After Release
Google Gemini Partnership With Apple Will Go Beyond Siri Revamp
Apple Confirms Google Gemini Will Power Next-Generation Siri This Year
Google Gemini-Powered Siri Will Reportedly Have These 7 New Features
News
Apple Releases New Firmware Update for iPhone Air MagSafe Battery
Apple Releases New AirPods Pro 3 Firmware Update
Shazam's Fast Forward Playlist Reveals Music Artists Set to Rise in 2026
Setapp Mobile 3rd-party app store for iPhone fails due to 'still-evolving and complex terms'
2025 marked a record-breaking year for Apple services
Apple Podcasts is officially more popular than it's ever been
Apple Adjusts Trade-In Values for iPhones, Macs, and More - MacRumor
Apple TV unveils return of major sci-fi series coming next month
Shout out to NMUG and MacInTech Chita mentioned Drive Buddy DriveBuddy
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
This special In Touch With iOS episode 403 Host Dave Ginsburg is joined by co-host Jeff Gamet and guest Katie Fawkes.We explore the nostalgia of VHS, the rituals of movie night, and how streaming has transformed how we watch films. From Blockbuster memories and Betamax wars to the resurgence of physical media and the promise of immersive experiences with Apple Vision Pro, the conversation bridges past, present, and future movie-watching culture.
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In episode 403 of In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg welcomes back Katie Fawkes alongside Jeff Gamet for a deep, nostalgic dive into the evolution of home movie watching. The discussion begins with personal stories of VHS rentals, recording TV shows, and the rituals that defined movie nights in the 80s and 90s, including Blockbuster runs, rewinding tapes, and the infamous VHS vs. Betamax wars.
Katie shares how The VHS Club grew out of long-distance movie nights with her childhood best friend, eventually becoming a podcast celebrating classic films and shared viewing experiences. The panel reflects on how physical media created intention and community—contrasting sharply with today's overwhelming abundance of streaming options and "spoiled for choice" fatigue.
The conversation shifts to the modern era, examining how streaming services—especially Apple TV+ and Netflix—reshaped content consumption, binge-watching habits, and original programming. David and Jeff explore the fragility of digital ownership, the renewed interest in DVDs, Blu-ray, and VHS among younger generations, and the growing collector culture surrounding physical media.
Looking forward, the panel discusses immersive movie experiences through Apple Vision Pro, questioning whether shared virtual environments could bring back the communal magic of theaters. The episode wraps with rapid-fire movie picks, favorite must-own physical titles, and a lively debate over which single streaming service they'd choose if forced to pick just one.
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Katie Fawkes is the Director of Marketing at Ecamm, a leading live streaming and video production software for Mac users. With a background in content strategy, podcasting, and community building, Katie is passionate about helping creators confidently show up on camera and grow their brands through video. She's the co-host of The Flow and The VHS Club video podcasts, hosts multiple live video series, and speaks regularly at industry events on topics like one-take video, camera confidence, and creator marketing.
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave Ginsburg he is joined by Jill McKinley, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. The first In Touch With iOS episode of 2026 kicks off with major Apple news as Chase becomes the new issuer of Apple Card, sparking discussion about rewards, savings accounts, and what changes may come. The panel also dives into Apple Vision Pro updates, including immersive LA Lakers games and media scrutiny around sales performance. Plus, we cover beta security updates, Apple Music enhancements, a Logitech certificate mishap, standout CES 2026 tech, and new AI integrations shaping email and music discovery.
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Episode 402 opens the new year with Dave Ginsburg joined by Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden for a wide-ranging Apple ecosystem discussion. The panel begins with breaking news that Chase will replace Goldman Sachs as the Apple Card issuer, a transition expected to take up to 24 months. The group debates potential impacts on daily cash back, high-yield savings, international availability, and whether Chase branding could alter the card's famously minimalist experience.
Attention then turns to Apple Vision Pro, highlighted by the announcement of immersive LA Lakers games available to users in select regions. While excited about Apple's continued push into immersive sports, the panel addresses recent reports questioning Vision Pro sales and critiques media narratives framing the platform as a failure. The consensus: Vision Pro is still early, niche, and evolving—especially for enterprise and immersive content.
On the software side, Apple's background security update testing raises interesting questions about transparency and user control, while Wi-Fi 6E performance boosts arrive quietly for newer Macs and iPads. Apple Music also gets some love, with new playlist folders, pinned music, and lock-screen animations, plus deeper discussion on whether Apple Music is now compelling enough to replace Spotify for some users.
The episode also touches on a Logitech mouse certificate expiration that temporarily broke advanced features, reinforcing concerns about cloud-dependent hardware. From CES 2026, the team highlights smart bird feeders, AI-powered TVs, and a massive 52-inch 6K Dell display, sparking debate about longevity, privacy, and the growing creep of "always-connected" devices.
Finally, the panel explores AI integrations in Gmail and Apple Music, including ChatGPT-powered playlist creation.
Topics and Links
Breaking News
Chase to become new issuer of Apple Card
Apple Card Issuer Transition
JPMorgan Chase Reaches a Deal to Take Over the Apple Credit Card
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Immersive Los Angeles Lakers Games Coming to Vision Pro on January 9
M5 Vision Pro launch likely made minimal sales impact: report
Analysts need Apple Vision Pro to be a flop, whether Apple considers it one or not
Beta this week. No updates this week. Apple releases iOS 26.3 security test for beta users, details here
Apple Again Tests Background Security Updates in iOS 26.3 and macOS Tahoe 26.3
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Tests Background Security Updates in iOS 26.3 and macOS Tahoe 26.3
iPadOS and macOS 26.2 Double 5GHz Wi-Fi Bandwidth for Wi-Fi 6E Devices
RIP MacUpdater – keep all your apps up-to-date effortlessly Dave tries Updatest as an alternative.
Dave tries this Mac app to manage all your Mac drives. DriveBuddy Never Lose a File Again with Drivebuddy.io
Other Topics
Apple Music
iOS 26 gave Apple Music three of my favorite new features in years
It's not you–a Logitech blunder borked your Mac mouse, but there's a fix
CES News
For Eric CES 2026: Birdbuddy Debuts New Smart Bird Feeders
CES 2026: Google Brings Gemini AI Features to Google TV, Previewing What Apple TV Could Get
Dell announces massive 52-inch 6K display with Thunderbolt
News
Apple Store Moving in Montréal, Get the Mac and iPhone Wallpaper Now
Apple TV just won prestigious awards for three hit series and one movie
Apple Fitness+ launches new features for building exercise habits
The Shure MV88 (again) plugs right into your iPhone
Gmail Users Can Now Use These Three AI Features Without Paying
Generate Apple Music Playlists With ChatGPT
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave Ginsburg. He is joined by Patrice Brend'amour, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Marty Jencius. A year-end discussion covering Apple's biggest stories of 2025. The panel dives into the Vision Pro M5 update, iOS 26.3 beta changes, iPhone 17 improvements, iPad's role as a laptop replacement, Apple's transition away from Intel Macs, security concerns, and reflections on AI tools like ChatGPT as the year comes to a close.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In this end-of-year episode of In Touch With iOS, host David Ginsburg welcomes a full panel to reflect on Apple's hardware, software, and platform shifts throughout 2025. The discussion begins with a deep dive into Apple Vision Pro, focusing on whether the new M5 model is a worthwhile upgrade, who it's really for, and whether Vision Pro should be viewed as a finished product, an emerging platform, or a preview of Apple's long-term spatial computing vision. The panel explores developer adoption, enterprise use cases, and why meaningful spatial productivity apps may take years to fully materialize.
The conversation then shifts to software, including impressions of the iOS 26.3 beta, particularly changes driven by EU regulations and continued refinements across Apple's platforms. Attention turns to the iPhone 17 lineup, where incremental updates, battery life improvements, camera enhancements, USB-C workflows, and vapor cooling spark debate about whether upgrading is worth it year over year.
From there, the panel revisits the ongoing question of whether the iPad can truly replace a laptop, acknowledging its powerful hardware while noting ongoing limitations in iPadOS. The discussion continues with Apple's Mac lineup, highlighting macOS Tahoe as the final release to support Intel Macs and reflecting on how Apple Silicon has reshaped performance, battery life, and upgrade cycles.
Security also enters the spotlight with a discussion on a recent malware case that bypassed macOS Gatekeeper, reinforcing the importance of user awareness despite Apple's protections. The episode wraps with a lighter but thoughtful look at ChatGPT's new year-end summary feature, comparing it to services like Spotify Wrapped and reflecting on how AI tools are becoming increasingly personal in daily workflows.
The episode closes with final thoughts on Apple's 2025 trajectory, community engagement, and what lies ahead as the calendar turns toward 2026.
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As 2025 comes to a close we review what happened this year with Apple and technology.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Lets review Vision Pro in 2025
M5 version was released and dual knit head band was this a big upgrade?
Big Picture
At the end of 2025, is Vision Pro a product, a platform, or a preview of what's next?
Beta This week
iOS 26.3 Beta 1 continues
iPhone, iPad year in Review
iPhone
- iPhone in 2025 focused on refinement over reinvention iPhone 17
- Camera improvements emphasized computational photography and video
- USB-C accessories expanded across storage, audio, and capture workflows
- Battery efficiency improved through optimization rather than capacity
- Control Center and privacy tools became more powerful and flexible
iPad
- iPad hardware remained ahead of most real-world use cases
- iPadOS delivered incremental multitasking and external display improvements
- Ongoing tension between iPad as a laptop replacement vs companion device
- Overall theme: quieter updates, smarter systems, and platform stability
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple officially ended the Intel era with macOS Tahoe, locking in Apple Silicon as the future. We saw M5-powered Macs push performance and battery life even further, while the Mac Studio continued to blur the line with the Mac Pro.
- It marks the end of official support for Intel-based Macs, meaning future macOS versions after Tahoe will be exclusive to Apple Silicon Macs. We've Finally Reached the End of the Road for Intel Macs
Macbook releases this year.
MacBook Air 13"
M4
March 2025
MacBook Air 15"
M4
March 2025
MacBook Pro 14"
M5
October 2025
Do we expect Macbook Pro M5 Pros?
Review: M4 and M4 Pro Mac minis are probably Apple's best Mac minis ever
Other Topics
AirDrop codes allow temporary persistent contact
News
Apple Discontinued These 25 Products This Year
Malware bypassed macOS Gatekeeper by abusing Apple's notarization process
ChatGPT Now Has a 2025 Year-End Summary Feature Like Spotify Wrapped
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Macstock 9 has wrapped for 2025. Attendees will receive a link for the session recordings when they're ready in 30-45 days. If you missed Macstock we missed you! Why not purchase a digital pass to relive all the amazing presentations? Click the link below to purchase the digital pass. Macstock X has already been announced July 10,11,12, 2026 hopeful you all can join us.
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Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave Ginsburg he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Mike Potter, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. In this special 400th episode of In Touch With iOS, Dave and an all-star panel celebrate the show's journey while diving into the latest Apple news. Topics include visionOS 26.2 Travel Mode, iOS 26.3 beta, iOS 26.2 security updates, macOS 26.2 improvements, AirPods Max's five-year anniversary, motion sickness features, Shazam's new music insights, and Google's Gemini AI in Chrome. A fun, reflective, and informative milestone episode.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In this milestone 400th episode of In Touch With iOS, host David Ginsburg is joined by an all-star panel of longtime friends and contributors to celebrate nearly a decade of Apple-focused conversations, insights, and community.
The episode opens with reflections on the show's history, including each guest's first appearance on the podcast and the versions of iOS that were current at the time—highlighting just how much Apple's ecosystem (and the show itself) has evolved over the years.
From there, the panel transitions into this week's Apple news and updates, including visionOS 26.2, which introduces a new Travel Mode designed for use in cars, trains, and buses, as well as iOS 26.3 beta, which continues Apple's push to make switching between Android and iPhone easier than ever. The group discusses real-world experiences with the Android-to-iPhone transfer process, notification forwarding to non-Apple wearables, and early impressions of the beta.
The discussion continues with iOS 26.2, now publicly released, emphasizing its many security fixes, multitasking improvements on iPad, AirDrop security enhancements, Apple Music and Podcasts updates, HomePod stability improvements (or lack thereof), and new customization options like Liquid Glass transparency controls.
On the Mac side, the panel dives into macOS 26.2, with notable improvements in system stability for some users, plus new camera features like Edge Light, updated reactions controls, and enhancements to apps like Freeform and Apple News.
The episode wraps with a look ahead to MacStock, including a call for new presenters, followed by heartfelt thanks to listeners and contributors who've helped make 400 episodes possible.
Topics and Links
Here we are 400 episodes!. We look back to the very first time appearance of our panelists on the show and how Apple evolved over the years. The show started with episode 1 on June 1, 2016 and it continued to evolve over the years until finally the show released weekly episodes starting in 2018.
We look back at our other regular panelists' first appearances and what version of iOS was around during that time.
Guy Serle
Episode 009 Podcasting and iOS July 9, 2017 Latest iOS iOS 10
Mike Potter
Episode 032 – "iOS 12 and Visit to Apple Store August 11, 2018 iOS 12
Chuck Joiner
Episode 35 iPhone Xs vs Xs Max reviews and iOS12 Tips September 25, 2018
Dave the one and Only episode he did the show Solo
Episode 068 september-apple-event-by-innovation-only September 12, 2019 iOS 13 released 9/19/19
Jeff Gamet
Episode 107 The Power of an iPhone Charger July 14,2020 iOS 13
Jill McKinley
264 Dave Cuts the Cord and an Apple convert. With Guest Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, and Ben Roethig July 30, 2023 iOS 16
MartyJencius
298 No New iPads for You and Macstock 8 – With Guest Marty Jencius, Jeff 298 Gamet, and Ben Roethig March 24. 2024 iOS 17
Eric Bolden
353 Hawk Talk: Eric's Vision Pro Adventures & iOS 18.4 Breakthroughs April 4, 2025 iOS 18
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases visionOS 26.2 With Travel Mode Updates
Beta this week.
iOS 26.3 Beta 1 is released this week
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 to Developers
iOS 26.3 Beta 1 Features: What's New So Far
iOS 26.3 Adds Notification Forwarding Option for Third-Party Wearables
iOS 26.3 Makes It Easier to Switch From iPhone to Android
Apple Releases First watchOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3 and visionOS 26.3 Betas
iOS 26.2 was released to the public this week.
Apple Releases iPadOS 26.2 With Multitasking Improvements - MacRumors
Update Now: iOS 26.2 Fixes 20+ Security Vulnerabilities - MacRumors
iOS 26.2 Features: Everything New in iOS 26.2
PSA: iOS 26.2 Turns on Automatic Software Updates for Some Users - MacRumors
Apple Releases watchOS 26.2 With Sleep Score Updates - MacRumors
Apple Releases HomePod Software 26.2 With Performance Improvements
iOS 26.2 Coming Soon With These 8 New Features on Your iPhone
iPhone 12 Users in Australia Should Update to iOS 26.2, Here's Why
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.2 With Edge Light
Use Edge Light to illuminate your face during video calls
First macOS Tahoe 26.3 Beta Now Available for Developers
Other Topics
This hidden Vehicle Motion Cues adjustment in iOS 26 solved my motion sickness issues
AirPods Max Launched Five Years Ago Today - MacRumors
Apple Sports App to Support Golf, Including PGA Tour - MacRumors
News
New Shazam Feature Will Reveal the Most Popular Moment of a Song - MacRumors
AirPods Pro 3's Static and Noise Issues Haven't Been Resolved - MacRumors
Google Rolls Out Gemini AI for Chrome on iPhone and iPad - MacRumors
Apple Quietly Discontinued Flyover City Tours in Apple Maps - MacRumors
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Guest
Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at https://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
Episode 399 of In Touch With iOS with host Dave Ginsburg, features a special guest appearance by Katie Fawkes, from Ecamm, alongside Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden. The panel covers Ecamm live streaming workflows, Vision Pro app and game awards, immersive video experiences, iOS 26.2 betas, Shortcuts automation, Mac mini innovations, Apple accessories, iFixit's new AI repair tool, and the latest Apple TV+ news—delivering a packed episode full of insight, humor, and Apple ecosystem expertise.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In Episode 399 of In Touch With iOS, host Dave Ginsburg is joined by a full panel—including special guest Katie Fawkes from Ecamm—for a wide-ranging discussion across Apple hardware, software, services, and the evolving creator ecosystem.
Katie shares her background at Ecamm and discusses how Mac-first live-streaming tools are empowering a new generation of creators. The panel explores Ecamm's Zoom integration, creative workflows, and why the Mac mini has become a gateway device for many Windows users entering the Apple ecosystem.
The conversation moves into Vision Pro news, including visionOS 26.2 RC, Apple's App of the Year winners, and immersive content highlights. The panel reacts to Explore POV winning Vision Pro App of the Year and dives into immersive skiing footage from Red Bull, praising Apple's growing spatial video ambitions. Gaming gets its moment as Porta Newbie is named Vision Pro Game of the Year, with discussion around spatial controls and onboarding challenges.
On the software front, the group breaks down iOS 26.2 beta changes, Apple's unusual second release candidate, and early impressions across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Watch, and Vision Pro. Productivity apps, Shortcuts enhancements (25+ new actions), and real-world automation use cases spark a lively exchange—especially around using ChatGPT to build shortcuts.
Hardware topics include Mac mini rack mounting, Thunderbolt 5 clustering, and Apple accessories—yes, including the infamous Apple polishing cloth. The panel also discusses iFixit's new FixBot AI repair assistant and the ongoing right-to-repair movement.
Wrapping up, the show dives into Apple TV+ momentum, Golden Globe nominations, and upcoming releases like Margo's Got Money Troubles, Severance, Slow Horses, Pluribus, and F1. The episode closes with thoughts on Google and Apple collaborating on easier Android-to-iPhone switching, MKBHD's Phone of the Year picks, and why Apple's ecosystem continues to evolve in surprising ways.
Topics and Links
We welcome first time guest Katie to the show. We find out what Apple devices she uses and about Ecamm Live which our show uses and other projects. The VHS Club
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Vision Pro 2025 Apps of the Year
Explore POV App
Porta Nuba Porta Nubi: Immersive Puzzles App
World of Red Bull - Apple TV
Legs of Steel Crew video on the shoot - Facebook
Beta this week.
iOS 26 RC2 was released
Apple Seeds Second iOS 26.2 Release Candidate to Developers and Public Beta Testers
iOS 26.2 gets new RC for iPhone ahead of launch - 9to5Mac
15 New Things Your iPhone Can Do in iOS 26.2
Apple unveils the winners of the 2025 App Store Awards
Jeff asked Katie what productivity apps she uses
In Touch With Mac this week
macOS Beta 26.2 RC 2 was released.
Hands-on: Sonnet RackMac mini - up to three Mac minis in a single enclosure [Video] - 9to5Mac
Cool things to keep things clean.
Apple Polishing Cloth
WHOOSH! Pro 16.9 fl oz Refillable Screen Cleaner & Microfiber Cloth
Other Topics
Google and Apple partner on better Android-iPhone switching
iPhone 17 is MKBHD's phone of the year
iOS 26's Shortcuts app adds 25+ new actions, here's everything new - 9to5Mac
What's new in Shortcuts for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, watchOS 26, and visionOS 26 - Apple Support
JustWatch: These were Apple TV's top global movies and shows in November
iPhone 17 Pro lost key Camera app feature that iPhone 16 Pro had
News
iFixit launches FixBot AI repair helper, with free and paid versions - 9to5Mac
Apple TV reveals first look at "Margo's Got Money Troubles" from David E. Kelley
Apple's "F1," "Severance," "Pluribus," "Slow Horses," "The Studio" score Golden Globe nods - Apple TV Press
Apple scores top nominations for the 31st Annual Critics Choice Awards
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Macstock 9 has wrapped for 2025. Attendees will receive a link for the session recordings when they're ready in 30-45 days. If you missed Macstock we missed you! Why not purchase a digital pass to relive all the amazing presentations? Click the link below to purchase the digital pass. Macstock X has already been announced July 10,11,12, 2026 hopeful you all can join us.
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Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithio
Our Guest
Katie Fawkes is the Director of Marketing at Ecamm, a leading live streaming and video production software for Mac users. With a background in content strategy, podcasting, and community building, Katie is passionate about helping creators confidently show up on camera and grow their brands through video. She's the co-host of The Flow and The VHS Club video podcasts, hosts multiple live video series, and speaks regularly at industry events on topics like one-take video, camera confidence, and creator marketing.
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. Episode 398 covers Apple's 2025 App Award winners, the Podcast of the Year, new updates for iOS/iPadOS/visionOS 26.2 RC, and a redesigned native ExpressVPN Mac app. The panel reviews major AI news—including Claude 4.5, ChatGPT's shopping feature, and the possibility of ads—while debating the privacy concerns around ChatGPT integrating with Apple Health. Other highlights include Apple's foldable iPhone patent, Apple Music Replay, accessibility features, and a big week for Apple Arcade with Subway Surfers+. A funny, insightful, wide-ranging episode with lots of community engagement and tech analysis.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In this episode of In Touch With iOS, Dave and an all-star panel—Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, and Guy Serle—jump into a packed week of Apple news, updates, AI breakthroughs, and plenty of humor.
The show opens with a discussion about the frigid weather sweeping across the country, before moving into Apple's newly announced App Award Winners. The panel covers winners across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Vision Pro—including the iPhone App of the Year Timbo and Vision Pro winner Explore POV—with commentary on design choices, spatial computing innovation, and whether they personally use the selected apps.
Next, the 2025 Apple Podcast of the Year—The Rest Is History—leads the group into a conversation about podcast quality, history storytelling, and the growing depth of Apple's podcast ecosystem.
Updates to visionOS 26.2 RC are discussed, including expanded Travel Mode for buses and cars, support for spatial accessories (like Logitech's stylus), and improvements to Freeform. Eric even admits the new features were compelling enough for him to install the beta.
Updates for iOS/iPadOS 26.2 RC also make news, adding the Liquid Glass lock screen slider, Reminders alarms, new AirPods Live Translation support in the EU, and Podcasts app refinements. Jeff warns listeners to hold off on macOS Tahoe due to persistent audio issues, reinforcing that stability still matters more than flash.
The show then pivots into a major AI segment featuring:
• Anthropic's Claude Opus 4.5, touted as the new coding champion among AI tools
• ChatGPT's new holiday shopping assistant, which impressed some panelists
• The controversial discovery of ads in ChatGPT's app code, sparking fears of "enshittification"
• A possible Apple Health integration, which launches a passionate privacy debate
• Real-world examples of AI massively reducing work time—from spreadsheets to meeting analytics
The group revisits Apple's newest patent describing a crease-free foldable iPhone using liquid metal, prompting speculation on durability, user experience, and whether Apple can create a foldable without the hallmark crease.
Apple's Year-End Music Charts and Apple Music Replay lead to panelists sharing their most-played artists—ranging from Supertramp to Rush to 80s icons—and poking fun at Dave's unavoidable Taylor Swift top rankings.
Apple also releases a beautifully produced Accessibility in College ad, highlighting assistive technologies like magnifier, voiceover, and live captions. The panel praises Apple's leadership in accessible design and speculates on future features for glasses-based products.
Finally, the team dives into a major Apple Arcade update, featuring five new games including Subway Surfers+, SpongeBob Patty Pursuit 2, PowerWash Simulator, and more. The topic unexpectedly evolves into a discussion of how simulation games—like power washing or trucking—can offer therapeutic calm for many players.
Topics and Links
Breaking News
Apple Announces 2025 App Store Award Winners, Including iPhone App of the Year
Apple Announces 2025 Podcast of the Year
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26.2 RC is released this week
visionOS 26.2 RC Release Notes
visionOS Notes
This update expands Travel Mode to cars and busses, adds support for hand-drawn content with spatial accessories, and includes other features, bug fixes, and security updates for your Apple Vision Pro.
• Travel Mode lets passengers use Apple Vision Pro on cars and busses in addition to airplanes and trains
• Support for hand-drawn content with spatial accessories like Logitech Muse in Notes, Freeform, and any PencilKit-enabled app
• Tables in Freeform can hold text, images, documents, and drawings, with cells that intelligently resize to fit, bringing structure to the content to your board.
Beta this week
iOS 26.2 Release Candidate dropped this week.
Apple Seeds iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2 Release Candidates to Developers and Public Beta Testers
iPadOS 26.2 RC and more now available ahead of coming launch
Apple Seeds watchOS 26.2, tvOS 26.2 and visionOS 26.2 Release Candidates
watchOS 26.2 has four changes for Apple Watch, here's everything new
Apple Seeds Second tvOS 26.2 Release Candidate
iOS 26.2 release date: Here's when new iPhone features are coming
In Touch With Mac this week
macOS Tahoe 26.2 Release Candidate Now Available to Developers and Public Beta Testers
ExpressVPN gets a native Mac app, optimized connectivity on iOS
In Touch with AI this week.
Anthropic Launches Claude Opus 4.5 With Improved Coding and Agent Capabilities
ChatGPT Adds AI Shopping Research Feature for Holiday Gift Finding
ChatGPT is Going to Start Showing You Ads
Apple Health Integration Seemingly Coming to ChatGPT
Dave's experience using CoPilot creating a spreadsheet list of Dell Monitors for work
Other Topics
Marty gives his thoughts on a patent. Apple's Crease-Free Foldable iPhone may also use Liquid Metal in the Hinges
Use as reference only: What to Expect From Apple This December: iOS 26.3 Beta, Replay 2025, and More
Apple Music Shares 2025 Year-End Charts
Apple Music Replay 2025 Now Fully Available
Apple Books Launches 2025 Year in Review Experience
Apple Pushes iPhone Users Still on iOS 18 to Upgrade to iOS 26
Other news: Crucial is shutting down — because Micron wants to sell its RAM and SSDs to AI companies instead
News
iPhone Car Keys Support Coming to More Audi Vehicles
Apple Releases Firmware Update for iPhone Air MagSafe Battery
iPhone 17 Demand Is Breaking Apple's Sales Records
Apple Shares New 'I'm Not Remarkable' Ad
Apple Arcade Just Got the Most Downloaded Mobile Game Ever and More
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
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The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Patrice Brend'amour, Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. A post-Thanksgiving Apple tech roundtable: Vision Pro M5 vs M2, spatial video, iOS 26 beta updates, USB drives vs digital media, AirTag travel upgrades, Plex limitations, Spotify price hikes, the $149 iPhone pocket, Peanuts specials on Apple TV+, and plenty of laughs between the full panel.
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In Episode 397 of In Touch With iOS, Dave is joined by Patrice Brend'amour, Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Guy Serle for a lively post-Thanksgiving discussion covering Vision Pro updates, iOS 26 developments, media format debates, travel tech improvements, and plenty of humor.
The panel begins with Apple Vision Pro, diving into the M5 vs. M2 comparison, app support concerns, frozen iPad-based apps, spatial vs. 3D video, and why personas remain one of the Vision Pro's most underrated features. Several panelists challenge a recent critical article about Vision Pro, noting that the platform is still early and evolving.
Next, the group covers iOS 26 beta updates and Apple's Invites app, leading to a comedic sidebar about who exactly uses the app — if anyone. This transitions into a deep (and funny) debate over USB thumb drives, CDs/DVDs, Blu-rays, and digital vs. physical media. From enterprise security to indie concert CDs, everyone shares stories illustrating why physical media is "dead"… or maybe not so dead.
More news includes AirTag upgrades that help airlines locate lost luggage, Spotify preparing another round of price increases, and Plex restricting free users from sharing library access — which sparked concerns among Plex users on Apple TV.
The crew also reacts to Apple's limited-run $149 iPhone "pocket" accessory, Pocket Casts adding smart playlists, and Peanuts holiday specials becoming Apple TV+ exclusives. The episode wraps with chat room highlights and each panelist sharing where they can be found online.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Vision Pro M5 review: It's time for Apple to make some tough choices
TRON Legacy is Finally in 3D on Disney+ for Apple Vision Pro! #applevisionpro #tron #disney
Beta this week.
iOS 26 Beta 3 continues this week.
iOS 26.2 adds convenient new feature designed for Apple's Invites app
In Touch With Mac this week
4 storage types I think no longer make sense in 2025
Other Topics
AirTag's newest feature could work even better now for many travelers
Pocket Casts app introduces smart playlists feature to organize your podcasts
Plex's crackdown on free remote streaming is starting with its Roku app
News
Apple News Loses CNN - MacRumors
Spotify planning price increase for US subscribers
iPhone Pocket is Now Completely Sold Out Worldwide
Want to watch 'A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving'? You'll need an Apple TV subscription
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Patrice Brend'amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius.In Episode 396, the panel covers a packed week of Apple updates including VisionOS 26.2 beta 3, iOS/iPadOS 26.2 features, and AirPods Pro firmware changes. Jill and Eric share their joint Vision Pro demo adventure, the team debates macOS Tahoe instability and Apple's controversial liquid-glass icon redesign, everyone weighs in latest AI news from OpenAI (GPT-5.1) Google Gemini 3. We explore digital driver's licenses arriving in Illinois, MLB's new broadcast deals with ESPN & Netflix, and a surprising new cross-platform file-sharing capability between iPhone and Android.
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This week's episode dives into an unusually busy stretch across Apple hardware, software, AI, and ecosystem services.
The show opens with Vision Pro news as visionOS 26.2 beta 3 arrives days after the other platform betas. Marty reports improvements like developer cable speed fixes and faster 2D-to-3D photo conversion. Jill and Eric recount their in-person meetup where Jill experienced a fully guided Vision Pro demo — including immersive video, spatial room exploration, and plenty of curious stares from coffee-shop onlookers wondering why Jill was "peering into invisible walls."
The group then turns to iOS/iPadOS 26.2, covering new AirDrop temporary-share capabilities, privacy notice updates, hypertension notification APIs, new Japanese voice-assistant options, improvements to Liquid Glass UI effects, and multitasking enhancements like the return of Slide Over on iPad.
AirPods Pro 3 beta firmware triggers a discussion on instability, unwanted auto-switching, and how firmware installs appear to now proactively ask users whether they want to participate.
The episode shifts to macOS Tahoe 26.2, where Jeff vents about daily crashes, memory leaks, and wake-from-sleep failures — while others report fewer issues, sparking a possible exploration of third-party apps as the culprit. The panel also critiques Apple's polarizing icon redesign in Tahoe, agreeing that many icons look bland, boxed-in, and violate Apple's own historical Human Interface Guidelines.
A major section of the show covers AI developments:
• OpenAI GPT-5.1 — faster, more conversational, new tone presets (professional, candid, quirky), and "thinking mode" for deeper answers.
• Google Gemini 3 Pro — improved multimodal reasoning, search integrations, and cloud-based inference.
Jeff notes concerns about AI systems becoming overly anthropomorphic, while Jill admits she set her GPT tone to "nerdy" and likes it.
Next, Apple's rollout of driver's licenses in Wallet hits Illinois, making it one of the largest states to adopt the feature. Dave describes server delays on launch day, and the panel discusses TSA compatibility, app differences between states, privacy details displayed, and state-by-state rollout inconsistencies.
Sports streaming news surfaces as MLB renews contracts with ESPN, Netflix, and NBCUniversal, while also confirming Friday Night Baseball stays on Apple TV through 2028. The group reflects on the chaos of watching live sports across too many services and whether future licensing will simplify or worsen the landscape.
The episode closes with Google's surprising announcement that iPhone ↔ Android file transfers via AirDrop/Quick Share are now possible on Pixel 10 devices. The panel predicts Apple will likely break this "for security reasons," especially considering regulatory scrutiny in the EU.
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The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by Jill McKinley,Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. Episode 395 discusses VisionOS 26.2, Apple's new immersive F-18 video, third-party VR content, iOS/macOS beta features, CarPlay tweaks, and frustrations with notifications. The team reviews five years of M-series chips, explores new satellite features, tests out the digital passport ID in Wallet, debates the bizarre iPhone Pocket, reacts to Tesla adopting CarPlay, and covers Apple TV's plans to stream MLS for free in 2026.
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In Episode 395, the panel kicks off with a hilarious "tinfoil hat convention" after Guy reveals his "Hat of Intelligence." The group jokes about aliens, mental shielding, and Guy's emergency hat deployment skills before shifting into the week's Apple news.
They begin with VisionOS 26.2 Beta, noting incremental improvements such as fixes for stylus pressure, stability updates, and lingering bugs in AirDrop visibility, SharePlay DRM playback, and subscription syncing. The panel agrees the update feels like a tightening pass while everyone waits for the next major feature drop.
Apple's newest immersive video, "Flight Ready," filmed with Navy F-18s, sparks lively discussion. The group praises the cinematic quality—especially nighttime carrier deck landings and aerial shots—but several mention Apple's signature issue with immersive content: the feeling that "people are way too close to your face."
The panel also highlights the increasing amount of third-party immersive Vision Pro content, including music videos, training simulations, and niche experiences created in tools like DaVinci Resolve, signaling that spatial content creation is slowly becoming more accessible.
Eric shares his in-store test of the Vision Pro M5, where he focused on widgets, Safari multitasking, virtual displays, and system responsiveness. He intentionally pushed the device hard to see if it stutters—and it didn't.
Dave walks through updates in iOS/iPadOS/watchOS/tvOS 26.2 betas, pointing out UI refinements such as expanded Liquid Glass styling, an improved Alarm interface, app sorting options in Game Library, and message-pinning in CarPlay.
CarPlay itself becomes a heated topic—Dave explains how answering a call sometimes instantly hangs up afterward. Marty expresses frustration over automotive UI "reactions" in group chats while driving. The general consensus: CarPlay is great… except when it isn't.
The group digs into macOS 26.2 (Tahoe) with mixed reactions. While some see improvements, Jeff notes memory issues and audio stack quirks still need addressing.
1Password's new behavior—unlocking automatically after system login—splits the panel. Some appreciate fewer prompts, while others insist on strict manual unlocking for security.
A retrospective on five years of Apple's M-series chips follows. Marty mentions real-world benefits moving from M4 to M5, Jeff feels his M2 Pro is still strong, Dave says his M4 Pro Mac mini is now his main machine, and Guy jokes that old Intel Macs were basically "space heaters with keyboards."
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26.2 Beta 2 Release Notes
Apple Releases Second visionOS 26.2 Beta
Flight Ready film brings immersive F-18 fighter pilot footage to Apple Vision Pro
Apple now selling the PlayStation VR2 Sense Controllers for Apple Vision Pro
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2 to Developers
Everything New in iOS 26.2 Beta 2
iOS 26.2 Available Next Month With These 8 New Features - MacRumors
iOS 26.2 Adds New CarPlay Setting
iOS 26.2 Adds Alarms for Reminders
iOS 26.2 Adds Three New Features to Podcasts App
iOS 26.2 Lock Screen Gets Liquid Glass Slider
iOS 26.2 Expands Live Translation on AirPods to EU
iOS 26.2 lets you disable new CarPlay feature in Messages
In Touch With Mac this week
Second macOS Tahoe 26.2 Beta Now Available to Developers
macOS Tahoe 26.2 Gets Edge Light Feature for Video Calls
1Password Simplifies Access With New Unlock Setting
Five Years of Apple Silicon: M1 to M5 Performance Comparison
News
Apple Developing These 5 New Satellite Features for iPhone
Apple Announces Launch of U.S. Passport Feature in iPhone's Wallet App
Apple introduces Digital ID, a new way to create and present an ID in Apple Wallet
Introducing iPhone Pocket: a beautiful way to wear and carry iPhone
Apple Debuts iPhone Pocket, a Limited Edition iPod Sock-Style Accessory
Tesla Working to Add Apple CarPlay Support to Vehicles - MacRumors
Major League Soccer is coming to Apple TV starting in 2026
Major League Soccer paywall on Apple TV is now gone | Macworld
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. X @benroethig and all other social media @benroethig. Website: https://roethigtech.com/
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. We unpack Apple's latest OS updates, new Vision Pro features, and the Ultra 3 Watch—with laughs about turkey vultures, DACs, and not testing fall detection by jumping off cliffs. Plus: Apple's record-breaking quarter, new App Store web app, and Apple TV rebranding.Jeff reviews the Audioengine HXL DAC, calling it "tiny but mighty" for audiophiles, while Marty praises Apple's new App Store web interface for making app discovery easier across all devices.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In Episode 394, Dave and the panel dive deep into Apple's fall updates with laughter, insights, and the occasional turkey vulture reference. The crew explores the rollout of iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, macOS 26.1, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS 26.1, covering both the new features and the "why is my audio weird?" moments.
Dave shares his Vision Pro M5 experience with the new dual knit band that may be the best $100 head strap you didn't need—but bought anyway. Marty highlights VisionOS improvements, including Logitech Muse stylus support and developer fixes. Jill and Eric praise the Vision Pro stability and clarity, while Guy laments Apple's confusing numbering scheme.
The conversation shifts to iOS 26.1, with battery life improvements, manual workout logging, and AI-powered updates leading the list. Jeff warns about audio glitches, while Jill celebrates working out manually (on her Watch, that is). The crew debates iPadOS's new multitasking—and how everyone accidentally triggers Slide Over now.
There's lively discussion on HomePod performance, tvOS tweaks, and watchOS bugs, including Eric's hilarious tip: turn off Bluetooth so the update doesn't take seven hours.
Jill debuts her Apple Watch Ultra 3, promising not to test fall detection by "throwing herself off a mountain"—a running joke that quickly derails into chaos ("Don't go hiking with Jill!").
Later, Jeff reviews the Audioengine HXL DAC, calling it "tiny but mighty" for audiophiles, while Marty praises Apple's new App Store web interface for making app discovery easier across all devices.
Finally, the crew cheers Apple's Q4 financial performance, with record-breaking $102.5 billion revenue, strong Mac sales, and unstoppable Services growth. As Dave puts it—"Apple's doomed… to keep making money."
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases visionOS 26.1 With Vision Pro App for iPad
visionOS 26.2 Beta 1 Release Notes
Apple Releases First watchOS 26.2, tvOS 26.2 and visionOS 26.2 Betas
Dave received his Apple Vision Pro Dual Knit Band
Beta this week. All OS 26.1 was released to the public. iOS 26.2 Beta was released this week.
iOS 18.7.2 now available for iPhone, here's what's new
Apple Releases iOS 26.1 With Liquid Glass Toggle, Slide to Stop Alarm, New Apple Intelligence Languages and More
Apple releases iOS 26.1, macOS 26.1, other updates with Liquid Glass controls and more
Apple Releases iPadOS 26.1 With Slide Over Multitasking
Apple Releases tvOS 26.1
Apple Releases watchOS 26.1 With Bug Fixes
Apple Releases HomePod Software 26.1 With Performance Improvements
iOS 26.2 Beta 1 was released this week
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2 to Developers
Everything New in iOS 26.2 Beta
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.1 With New Liquid Glass Setting and More
First macOS Tahoe 26.2 Beta Now Available to Developers
Other Topics
Jeff gives his review of the Audioengine HXL Portable Balanced Headphone Amplifier & DAC
Jill has her new Apple Watch Ultra 3 and gives her first impressions
Apple Launches App Store for the Web
App Store on the Web
News
Charts: Apple caps off high-flying fiscal year with Q4 record
Apple's fiscal 2025 in charts – Six Colors
Apple TV+ to Apple TV Rebrand Now Official, Here's the New Intro
Apple One Gets New Colorful Logo Following Apple TV Rebrand [Updated]
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig. the panel covers the latest VisionOS 26.1 beta, Apple's immersive media developer sessions, iOS/iPadOS 26.1 features, and usability tweaks like the liquid glass customization and app defaults in Files. The group also discusses Apple Maps ads, Spotify's new Apple TV app, T-Mobile autopay restrictions, and the soon-to-arrive digital U.S. passport feature in Apple Wallet — all with humor, strong opinions, and relatable real-world Apple use cases.
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The episode opens with David preparing for a Vegas birthday trip and the panel noting the fun milestone of episode 393 being a numeric palindrome.
The conversation quickly shifts to VisionOS 26.1, where Marty notes that the most recent release candidate feels light on visible changes, leaving users eager for VisionOS 26.2 to bring more meaningful updates. Eric highlights new comfort-focused Vision Pro band patent designs aimed at improving ergonomics, sparking humor about Apple eventually adding a knob for everything — "soon you'll need a wrench to adjust your face."
The panel then discusses Apple's recent developer event focused on immersive media, including guidance for filming spatial content, editing workflows, and format constraints — a move Apple hopes will encourage new creators and expand immersive content libraries on Vision Pro.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26.1 Beta 4 Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation
Apple Explores Smart Tension Bands to Improve Vision Pro Design
Apple Hosts Special Vision Pro Event for Developers
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, and macOS Tahoe 26.1 Release Candidates
iPadOS 26.1 RC now available ahead of public launch
iOS 26.1 release candidate now available with these changes
iOS 26.1 will add four new ways to customize your iPhone
In Touch With Mac this week
Here Are Apple's Release Notes for macOS Tahoe 26.1
MacPaw releases Moonlock, a standalone macOS security app with real-time protection, smart insights, built-in VPN, more
iMazing 3.4: enjoy pro-level control of your iPhone
Other Topics
M4 vs. M5 iPad Pro Buyer's Guide: 20 Differences Compared
Did you know? Can you use YouTube Music offline on Apple Watch?
Another Tip: iOS 26: Set a default app for opening files on iPhone or iPad
News
Apple Reportedly Moving Ahead With Ads in Maps App
Spotify Launches Redesigned Apple TV App With Music Videos, Podcasts
T-Mobile closing AutoPay discount loophole for Apple Pay and credit card payments
Apple Says U.S. Passport Feature on iPhone is Coming Soon
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. X @benroethig and all other social media @benroethig. Website: https://roethigtech.com/
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Guy Serle, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig. The panel compares Vision Pro vs Samsung Galaxy XR, reviews VisionOS Beta 4, reacts to Apple refusing Vision Pro trade-ins, discusses GM backing away from CarPlay, examines iPhone Air production concerns, and analyzes YouTube's new AI likeness detection tool and its implications for creators. iPhone Air production and strategy concerns, tied to mid-tier pricing pressure. YouTube's new AI deepfake likeness detection, and what it means for creators and security.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In Episode 392, Dave and the panel take on one of the biggest shifts in the VR landscape: Samsung's new Galaxy XR headset entering the same airspace as the Apple Vision Pro. The group compares weight, comfort, thermal balance, strap systems, and software ecosystems. Marty shares his early hands-on impressions with the Galaxy XR—including its lighter design but occasional light leakage—while Ben and Jill discuss how purpose may determine market success: Vision Pro for spatial productivity, Galaxy XR for approachable consumer entry.
The discussion moves to VisionOS Beta 4, where developer-focused updates aim to improve stability and groundwork for more immersive experiences. The consensus: incremental but necessary.
Then comes one of the show's most passionate sections:
Apple's decision not to allow trade-ins of the first-generation Vision Pro.
The panel debates how this affects:
• customer loyalty
• early-adopter trust
• whether the Vision Pro is being treated like a dev kit vs. consumer product.
Reactions range from "understandable" to "rough look for a $3,500 device."
From there, the conversation shifts to the GM / CarPlay breakup, which inspires instant groans. Everyone shares personal and community stories confirming that CarPlay is no longer a luxury—it's baseline expectation. One panelist notes even non-tech friends refuse to buy a car without CarPlay, which says more than any product review ever could.
iPhone Air production and strategy concerns, tied to mid-tier pricing pressure
YouTube's new AI deepfake likeness detection, and what it means for creators and security
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26.1 Beta 3 Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation
New Samsung Vision Pro Killer? Samsung's Galaxy XR Mixed Reality Headset Now Available for $1,800
Official Replay | Galaxy Event October 2025 | Samsung
Spec Category
Apple Vision Pro (M5)
Samsung Galaxy XR
Processor / Chipset
Apple M5 chip: 10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine, built on 3nm process.
Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 platform.
Display & Resolution / Refresh Rate
Dual micro-OLED displays, ~23 million pixels total, up to 120 Hz refresh rate.
Dual micro-OLED displays, 3552×3840 pixels per eye (≈27 million pixels total), refresh up to ~90 Hz.
Weight (headset unit)
Reported ~750-800 g (26.4-28.2 ounces) for M5 version.
~545 g for the headset unit; external battery pack adds additional weight.
Battery Life
Up to ~2.5 hours general use, ~3 hours video playback for M5 version.
Up to ~2 hours general use, ~2.5 hours video. External battery unit (302 g) required.
Memory / Storage
(From earlier model) 16 GB unified memory, storage options (256 GB+, etc) for earlier Vision Pro.
16 GB RAM / 256 GB storage reported.
Ecosystem / OS
visionOS (Apple's spatial computing platform), tight Apple ecosystem integration.
Android XR OS (built in collaboration with Google and Samsung) with Gemini AI integration.
Launch Price
~$3,499 USD (for base Vision Pro) and remains at that level for upgraded M5 model.
~$1,799 USD at launch.
Apple Confirms Vision Pro is Not Eligible for Trade-In
Apple Releases New Vision Pro Developer Strap
Apple Vision Pro Now Made in Vietnam
Vimeo announces support for more 3D video formats on Apple Vision Pro
Beta this week.
iOS 26.1 Beta 4 was released.
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, macOS Tahoe 26.1 and More
What's New in iOS 26.1 Beta 4
iOS 26.1 Beta 4 Adds Toggle to Turn Off Lock Screen Camera Swipe
iOS 26.1 Beta 4 Lets Users Control Liquid Glass Transparency with New Toggle - MacRumors
iOS 26.1 Coming Soon With These 8 New Features for Your iPhone
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, macOS Tahoe 26.1 and More
Other Topics
Important! iOS 26 has a new iPhone security setting that you need to turn on immediately
Apple's Sports app just got better for NFL and college football fans - 9to5Mac
OpenAI Launches 'ChatGPT Atlas' Browser to Compete with Safari and Chrome
OpenAI Acquires Apple Shortcuts Creators to Bring Deep Mac Integration to ChatGPT
News
GM to Remove CarPlay from All Future Vehicles, Including Gas Cars
Apple's iPhone Air Experiment Fails as Supply Chain Cuts Production by 80% and Report: 'Virtually No Demand' for iPhone Air
Some Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pros Seeing Discoloration Issue
New 14-Inch MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Vision Pro Now Available at Apple Stores
YouTube Rolls Out AI Likeness Detection Tool to Prevent Deepfakes
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com.
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. X @benroethig and all other social media @benroethig. Website: https://roethigtech.com/
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig. covers Apple's new Vision Pro M5, iPad Pro M5, and MacBook Pro M5, along with reactions to the Apple TV rebrand, AirPods Pro 3 inflight experiences, and iOS 26.1 beta updates. The panel debates upgrade value, trade-ins, and Apple's AI direction—while delivering laughs about blood-test preorders, "no-good sons," and iPads that go "womp-womp."
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In Episode 391 of In Touch With iOS, host David Ginsburg welcomes Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, and Ben Roethig to unpack Apple's October announcements—and crack a few jokes along the way.
The panel dives into the launch of the Vision Pro M5, iPad Pro M5, and 14-inch MacBook Pro M5, exploring how Apple's latest chip is showing up everywhere—from spatial computing to creative workflows. Marty admits to pre-ordering the new Vision Pro while having blood drawn, leading to the episode's funniest moment ("They took my blood, I gave Apple my money"). Jeff immediately volunteers to be Marty's "no-good son" to inherit the old headset, sparking laughter about "device reallocation" policies.
Discussion turns to the Vision Pro's new dual-knit band and Hover headset accessory, which redistributes weight to the crown of the head. Dave likens it to "flipping up granny sunglasses," while Ben compares it to wearing "night-vision goggles." Chuck's wise counsel: "Wait for the M5 Pro—patience beats payment."
MacBook Pro M5 specs are examined in detail—10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 24-hour battery life (cue the joke: "if you never touch it"), and no Wi-Fi 7 support. Marty shares his "trade-up philosophy" while Jeff laments his $800 trade-in offer: "It lost that much value that fast?" Chuck recommends Apple's refurb store, calling it "the best deal Apple doesn't advertise."
The crew also explores the iPad Pro M5, agreeing that performance gains are meaningful but most users won't need to upgrade. Jill admits her iPad mostly serves as a "sleep-aid game console," while Eric says Vision Pro has cut into his tablet use entirely.
Other highlights:
• Vision Pro M5's 120 Hz refresh rate and better cooling.
• No Wi-Fi 6E bump—for $3,500, that drew audible groans.
• AI readiness of the M5 chip sparks debate on whether Apple even has an "AI strategy."
• Apple TV's rebranding from "TV+" to "Apple TV," which the panel calls "peak confusion."
• AirPods Pro 3 flight test: Marty's seal so tight it caused ear "pop-pop-pop" moments, while Dave says noise-canceling on planes "kills all sound, including your will to chat."
Topics and Links
Breaking News
Apple Debuts New iPad Pro With M5 Chip, Faster Charging, and More
Apple Announces New 14-Inch MacBook Pro With M5 Chip
Apple Updates Vision Pro With M5 Chip, Dual Knit Band, and 120Hz Support
Here's Everything Apple Announced Today
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26.1 Beta 3 Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation
Apple Updates Vision Pro With M5 Chip, Dual Knit Band, and 120Hz Support
🧠 Apple Vision Pro: M2 vs. M5 Comparison
Apple Vision Pro - Technical Specifications
Overview
The Vision Pro M5 refines Apple's first-generation spatial computer powered by the M2 chip. While maintaining the same physical design and R1 co-processor, the M5 version delivers faster performance, a higher refresh-rate display, longer battery life, and a more comfortable headband. It's an evolutionary update rather than a redesign, aimed at smoother visuals and greater efficiency.
⚙️ Key Feature Comparison
Feature
Vision Pro (M2)
Vision Pro (M5)
Chip & Architecture
Apple M2 (8-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine)
Apple M5 (10-core CPU, 10-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine)
Memory Bandwidth
100 GB/s
153 GB/s
Display & Rendering
Up to 100 Hz refresh rate
Up to 120 Hz refresh rate with improved clarity
Performance
Excellent for visionOS apps and multitasking
Up to 50% faster in system and AI operations
Battery Life
≈ 2 hours general use, 2.5 hours video playback
≈ 2.5 hours general use, 3 hours video playback
Headband / Fit
Solo Knit or Dual Loop Band
New Dual Knit Band with improved comfort and balance
Design & Weight
600–650 g (excluding battery)
750–800 g, same external design
Storage Options
256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB
256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB
Compatibility
Supports all visionOS apps and accessories
Fully backward-compatible with M2 accessories
💡 Summary The Vision Pro M5 enhances Apple's spatial computing experience with smoother motion, faster response times, and slightly longer battery life. It remains visually identical to the M2 model but offers better ergonomics and efficiency.
For existing M2 owners, the upgrade is optional—your experience remains excellent—but for professionals working with AR creation, 3D rendering, or multitasking, the M5's performance headroom makes a noticeable difference.
No trade-ins for AVP
Apple doesn't offer trade-in option for M5 Vision Pro upgrades - 9to5Mac
Dave and Marty review Hover Headset
New Items
Apple Vision Pro Dual Knit Band Sizing
Well well well, what do we have here… : r/VisionPro
Logitech Muse - Apple
Apple to sell Sony Playstation VR Controllers
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, macOS Tahoe 26.1 and More
Everything new in iOS 26.1 beta 3 - 9to5Mac
iOS 26.1 beta 3 reveals new third-party AI integrations may be coming soon - 9to5Mac
Apple Seeds Third Public Betas of iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1 and macOS Tahoe 26.1 - MacRumors
Apple Releases AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods 4 Firmware for Public Beta Testers - MacRumors
Apple Preparing iOS 26.0.2 Update for iPhones - MacRumors
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple releases macOS Tahoe 26.1 beta 3 for developers
Apple Announces New 14-Inch MacBook Pro With M5 Chip
Compare Mac models
iPad M5 UpgrADE
Apple Debuts New iPad Pro With M5 Chip, Faster Charging, and More
Compare iPad models Try older model comparisons.
Other Topics
Dave travelled to Kansas City to take in a Chiefs game and of course had to do some testing with the AirPods Pro 3 and the listening mode on the flights.
F1 movie released to streaming and Apple TV+ rebranding
'F1: The Movie' Coming to Apple TV+ on Friday, December 12
Apple TV+ Being Rebranded as Apple TV
Eddy Cue explains why Apple TV dropped the Plus, and how it's not confusing
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Macstock 9 has wrapped for 2025. Attendees will receive a link for the session recordings when they're ready in 30-45 days. If you missed Macstock we missed you! Why not purchase a digital pass to relive all the amazing presentations? Click the link below to purchase the digital pass. Macstock X has already been announced July 10,11,12, 2026 hopeful you all can join us.
Macstock IX Digital Pass
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. X @benroethig and all other social media @benroethig. Website: https://roethigtech.com/
Summary
In Episode 390 of In Touch With iOS, host Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Ben Roethig to tackle Apple’s latest updates with a mix of analysis and humor.
The panel begins with VisionOS 26.1 beta 2, highlighting improved game controller responsiveness and Apple’s new immersive films—from Hawaii’s volcanoes to Maine’s autumn colors. Marty jokes Apple just used the Photos app’s magic wand to turn summer into fall, while the group teases about running out of U.S. states to film. They also discuss the quirky Hover strap accessory that “flips up like old-man sunglasses” with ad copy quoting “When a problem comes along, you must flip it.”
iOS 26.1 beta 2 gets attention for bigger alarm buttons, a snooze/stop redesign, and expanded Apple Intelligence languages. On iPad, the return of Slide Over sparks relief, while microphone gain control earns praise for podcasters. Apple’s Fitness app adds custom workouts, and AirPods Pro 3 receive a firmware update. Marty shares a hilarious inflight story: the new seal was so tight his ears went “poppity, poppity, poppity” during descent.
The crew explores iPhone 17’s USB-C capabilities—charging AirPods, external displays, Ethernet, even other iPhones. Jeff jokes about using USB-C mics for bird-watching apps, while Eric tests charging his Apple Watch directly from the iPhone.
Other highlights:
- Amazon Prime splurges (camera arms, Stream Decks, car jumpers, and audio gear).
- Tag Heuer’s $1,600 Connected E5 smartwatch, now iPhone-certified—“a $1,600 dongle for your wrist.”
- Apple’s Colorado outdoor influencer event (hiking + AirPods demos).
- Cosmic Orange skins from Dbrand, prompting jokes about spray-tanning MacBooks or eating Cheetos near your iPhone.
- Liquid Glass design spreading to more Apple apps.
- CarPlay tensions: Rivian’s refusal, Aston Martin as the lone CarPlay Ultra supporter, and frustration over automakers backtracking. Jeff warns CarPlay Ultra might never gain widespread adoption unless Apple compromises.
The panel closes with laughs about hidden iPhone call history (“your spouse’s attorney already knows”), cosmic orange hunting gear, and CarPlay Ultra being more elusive than a lottery win.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26.1 Beta 2 Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation
Dave's review. Apple releases new ‘Elevated’ episode for Apple Vision Pro - 9to5Mac
Marty found a new headset extension call the Hover headset. https://hoverheadset.com/?country=US
Beta this week.
iOS 26.1 Beta 2 was released this week. iOS 26.1 beta 2 now available
iPadOS 26.1 beta 2 available now, here’s what to expect
iPadOS 26.1 Beta 2 Reintroduces Slide Over Multitasking
watchOS 26.1 beta 2 rolling out now for Apple Watch users
tvOS 26.1 beta 2 now available for Apple TV 4K
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, macOS Tahoe 26.1 and More
Apple Seeds Second Public Betas of iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1 and macOS Tahoe 26.1
Everything New in iOS 26.1 Beta 2
Apple Fixes Alarms in iOS 26.1
5+ New Features Your iPhone Will Get in iOS 26.1
Apple Releases New Firmware for AirPods Pro 3, AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4
What can I plug into my iPhone 17 USB-C port?
AirPods Pro 3 Experience on Plane - Marty
🔋 Charging Apple Watch and iPhone Together with MagSafe
What You Need
• iPhone with USB-C (iPhone 15 models and later)
• MagSafe Charger (for iPhone)
• Apple Watch Magnetic Charger (USB-C version)
How to Set It Up
- Charge your iPhone via MagSafe
• Place your iPhone on the MagSafe Charger connected to a wall adapter.
• This gives your iPhone continuous power.
- Connect your Apple Watch charger to your iPhone
• Plug the Apple Watch’s USB-C charging puck into your iPhone’s USB-C port.
• Place your Apple Watch on the puck.
- Both devices charge at once
• Your iPhone is powered by MagSafe.
• At the same time, your iPhone passes power through its USB-C port to your Apple Watch.
Notes & Tips
• This setup is handy for travel: only one wall adapter needed.
• The iPhone passes enough power for accessories like Apple Watch and AirPods, but not for larger devices.
• Your iPhone may warm up slightly since it’s charging itself and providing power out at the same time
iOS 26 Tips
iOS 26: Keep AirPods Connected When You Get in Your Car
iOS 26: See Your Full Call History With Any iPhone Contact
iOS 26: Make Your iPhone Wait on Hold for You
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple releases macOS Tahoe 26.1 developer beta 2
Cool MacOS app found. Folder Quick Look on the Mac App Store Folder Quick Look is a deliciously simple and useful utility that should be part of macOS
Other Topics
We all recovered from Amazon Prime days. What did we all buy?
Jeff and Dave https://amzn.to/4q2ryoL
Dave https://amzn.to/48VDRNi
Jill https://amzn.to/4nDHI6i Focusrite 2i2 4th
Jill https://amzn.to/4hp18K5 - Car Jumper/Battery
News
New TAG Heuer Smartwatches Now 'Made for iPhone'
Apple Modifies In-Store MagSafe Stands to Prevent iPhone 17 Marks
Apple Hosts Unusual Colorado Event to Showcase Latest Hardware - MacRumors
Now you can have all your Apple devices in the new Cosmic Orange
Apple Mocks Windows PCs in Humorous New 'Blue Screen of Death' Ad
More Apple Apps Get Liquid Glass Redesign
Rivian CEO Doubles Down on Decision to Not Offer Apple CarPlay
These Vehicle Brands Plan to Offer Apple's CarPlay Ultra
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Macstock 9 has wrapped for 2025. Attendees will receive a link for the session recordings when they’re ready in 30-45 days. If you missed Macstock we missed you! Why not purchase a digital pass to relive all the amazing presentations? Click the link below to purchase the digital pass. Macstock X has already been announced July 10,11,12, 2026 hopeful you all can join us.
Macstock IX Digital Pass
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. X @benroethig and all other social media @benroethig. Website: https://roethigtech.com/
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. We cover Vision Pro leaks, iOS 26 fixes, and Apple’s smart glasses strategy. The panel also discusses Wallet delivery tracking, new ringtones, CarPlay Ultra pushback, privacy screens, and iPhone 17 market trends. Expect sharp insights and plenty of laughs—like Jill watching underwear ads on a plane, Marty’s Brick House ringtone fail, and the crew dubbing Apple rumor fans “The Germaniacs.”
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Episode 389 of In Touch With iOS kicks off with host Dave Ginsburg and the full panel—Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, and Ben Roethig—fresh off celebrating a Cubs playoff win.
The conversation dives into Vision Pro updates and Apple’s latest security patches, including a quirky “malicious font” bug. From there, the panel dissects an FCC leak that revealed a refreshed Vision Pro with an M5 chip—sparking jokes about the government “protecting secrets by giving them away.” Debate follows on whether Apple’s reported pivot to AI-powered smart glasses is a strategic win or just creepy.
Jason Snell’s VisionOS review gets praise as thoughtful and balanced, while the panel adds their own takes on environments, widgets, and gaming controller support. iOS 26.0.1 and watchOS 26.0.2 are unpacked, addressing iPhone 17 connectivity and battery bugs, while macOS Tahoe gets flak for lingering Electron app slowdowns. Jeff delivers a mini public service announcement about Slack, Discord, and Trello devouring system memory.
The panel shifts gears to Wallet app delivery tracking, which impresses some while frustrating others with inaccurate status updates. A lighter segment celebrates Apple finally adding seven new ringtones, prompting stories: Marty blasting Brick House in a faculty meeting, Jill rocking ’80s ringtones, and Jeff’s Futurama theme drawing smiles in public.
Other highlights include:
• CarPlay Ultra controversy — Ford pushes back, Jill’s Subaru story about passengers killing her map, and Chuck’s take on carmakers clinging to “unique” interfaces.
• Privacy screen protectors — Jill recalls spying underwear ad designs on a plane, Jeff insists “just don’t show sensitive info in public,” and Marty questions if this “solution” solves a problem at all.
• Market trends — iPhone 17 Pro demand surges while the iPhone Air lags, with trade-in deals and China demand influencing sales.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
About the security content of visionOS 26.0.1
FCC Accidentally Leaks Apple's Next Vision Pro - MacRumors
Apple Shelves Vision Headset Revamp to Prioritize Meta-Like AI Smart Glasses
visionOS 26 Review: Keep moving toward the future
Beta this week.
Apple Releases iOS 26.0.1 With Fixes for Wi-Fi, Cellular, and Camera Issues on iPhone 17 Models
Apple Releases watchOS 26.0.2, visionOS 26.0.1 and tvOS 26.0.1
iPhone Cell Network Bug Fixed With iOS 26.0.1 Update
Apple Notes in iOS 26.1 adds new swipe gesture for power users
How to fix iMessage activation issue on iOS 26
iOS 26.1 release date: Here’s when to expect the next iPhone update
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.0.1 With M3 Ultra Bug Fix
Electron apps causing macOS Tahoe performance problems
Other Topics
iOS 26: Track Emailed Orders in Apple Wallet
iOS 26 added seven brand new iPhone ringtones, listen here
Ford CEO Provides Update on CarPlay Ultra - MacRumors
Best Privacy Screen Protectors For iPhone 17 Pro Max
News
New iPhones See 'Stronger Than Expected' Demand With One Exception
Apple Watch Series 3 lineup and iPhone 11 Pro Max now 'vintage'
T-Mobile's Satellite Service Now Works With Popular Apps
Apple TV+ reveals the trailer for the upcoming documentary event “Mr. Scorsese”
Apple TV+ extends its deal to be the exclusive streaming home for 'Peanuts' until 2030
YouTube TV & NBC Reach a Long Term Deal To Keep NBC, MSNBC, CNBC, & More
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. X @benroethig and all other social media @benroethig. Website: https://roethigtech.com/
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Ben Roething. The panel covers VisionOS 26.1 immersive films, iOS/macOS/iPadOS updates, and the new digital passport in Wallet. The panel explores the Apple Watch Series 11 and SE3, the iPhone 17’s 18MP selfie camera, and AirPods Pro 3 fit quirks. They also touch on CarPlay bugs, NCAA coaches using iPads over Surface Pros, and the Disney Plus price hike. Expect both sharp insights and plenty of jokes—from hologram hosts to cable box passports.
Apple ecosystem · VisionOS 26.1 · Apple Vision Pro · Apple Watch Series 11 · Apple Watch SE3 · iPhone 17 · iPhone Air · 18MP front camera · AirPods Pro 3 · iPadOS 26 · macOS Tahoe · Disney Plus · CarPlay · NCAA iPads
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In this episode of In Touch With iOS, host David Ginsburg is joined by Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, Chuck Joiner, and Eric Bolden for another wide-ranging Apple discussion filled with insights and laughs.
The panel kicks off with VisionOS 26.1, noting Apple’s suspicious lack of release notes and testing new immersive films like the MotoGP documentary, Red Bull’s skiing adventures, and even a BBC Proms experience. Dave also demos guest mode for Vision Pro with a co-worker, who was blown away by a Metallica immersive video.
Next, they dive into iOS 26.1, iPadOS, and macOS Tahoe updates, highlighting live translation in AirPods Pro 3, Safari tweaks, and the long-awaited digital passport in Wallet—sparking a hilarious debate about whether TSA, Minnesota, or cable companies would ever accept it.
The group then compares the Apple Watch Series 11 and SE3, praising brighter screens, sleep tracking, and health sensors, while joking that “Series 0 was basically an hourglass.” Marty even admits wearing his watch to bed for the first time.
Conversation shifts to the iPhone 17’s 18MP front camera, with its auto-rotate and zoom selfie features. Jill cracks that selfies are how people “die of bear attacks,” while Eric recalls tugging on demo phones in Apple Stores until the security cords screamed.
Other highlights include:
• AirPods Pro 3 fit battles (with Marty suggesting ear reshaping via screwdriver)
• Repairability improvements spotted in iFixit teardowns
• CarPlay connectivity bugs (solved with wired connections, or defended as “protection from the Cylon invasion”)
• NCAA teams adopting iPads over Surface Pros (“Surface: best used as a coffee stand”)
• Disney Plus price hikes and streaming bundle frustrations
The episode wraps with speculation about Apple’s ecosystem direction and plenty of laughs, blending serious tech analysis with classic panel humor.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
iOS & iPadOS 26.1 Beta Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation
Here Are the New Immersive Films Coming to Apple Vision Pro
Apple Immersive adds seven new films for Vision Pro
Dave’s experience setting up Guest mode for friend
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, and macOS Tahoe 26.1
Everything New in iOS 26.1 Beta 1
iOS 26.1 Adds New Apple Intelligence Languages and Expands AirPods Live Translation
Apple Stops Signing iOS 18.6.2, iOS 26 Downgrades Now Impossible
In Touch With Mac this week
iPhone Mirroring on the Mac gets a key upgrade in macOS Tahoe
Other Topics
Apple Confirms iOS 26 Wallet Passport Feature is Coming in 2025
Apple Watch Experiences
iOS 26: Use Live Translation With AirPods
AirPods 4 vs. AirPods Pro 3 Buyer's Guide: 25 Differences Compared - MacRumors
Inside the Apple audio lab where AirPods are tested and tuned
Apple Music 5.0 update adds iOS 26 features to Android
10+ Hidden Features in iOS 26 - MacRumors
Apple Watch SE 3 Review: Premium Features Without the Premium Price
iPhone 17: Using the New Center Stage Front Camera
iPhone 17 Pro teardown reveals a repair-friendly design
iPhone Air teardown reveals that Apple's thinnest iPhone is still very repairable
iPhone Air Marty’s review and thoughts one week after.
News
Some iPhone 17 users report Wi-Fi and CarPlay connectivity bugs
More NCAA Football Teams Using iPads for Video Replay During Games
Disney+ Getting Another Price Hike
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Macstock 9 has wrapped for 2025. Attendees will receive a link for the session recordings when they’re ready in 30-45 days. If you missed Macstock we missed you! Why not purchase a digital pass to relive all the amazing presentations? Click the link below to purchase the digital pass. Macstock X has already been announced July 10,11,12, 2026 hopeful you all can join us.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. X @benroethig and all other social media @benroethig. Website: https://roethigtech.com/
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. Episode 387 covers the iPhone 17 launch, VisionOS 26 improvements, and the Liquid Glass redesign in iOS 26. The panel debates consumer vs. business use cases for Vision Pro, explores AirPods Pro 3’s new live translation and camera features, and reacts to early battery drain and “white squigglies” camera glitches. They wrap with hardware orders, cosmic orange iPhone debates, and plenty of laughs.
iPhone 17 review, iPhone 17 unboxing, iPhone 17 Pro cosmic orange, iOS 26 Liquid Glass, iOS 26 CarPlay changes, VisionOS 26 update, Apple Vision Pro review, AirPods Pro 3 live translation, AirPods Pro 3 sleep detection, macOS Tahoe update, Apple TV dark scenes fix, Apple podcast
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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The show kicks off with breaking news: iPhone 17 shipments have landed in Australia and New Zealand, with U.S. customers bracing for shipping delays unless they scored a launch-day pre-order. The panel shares excitement over their own incoming devices, including cosmic orange iPhone Pro models that sparked plenty of laughs and debate.
Attention then turns to VisionOS 26, with deeper looks at new features such as persistent widgets, spatial browsing in Safari, and improved Personas. The panel debates whether Apple Vision Pro is truly lagging in consumer adoption or simply carving out a business-focused niche with use cases like Lowe’s immersive design demos.
From there, it’s on to iOS 26 and its bold new Liquid Glass aesthetic, sparking spirited discussion around usability in apps like Messages, Safari, Photos, and CarPlay. Panelists share personal struggles, tips, and workarounds while reflecting on how “change is hard” — especially when muscle memory is involved.
The group also covers watchOS 26 enhancements (sleep scores, workout buddy, hypertension alerts), tvOS improvements (better dark-scene rendering), and macOS Tahoe quirks (installation issues on M3 Ultra). Jeff even jokes about calling it “macOS Donner Party,” sending the panel into laughter.
The episode also highlights AirPods Pro 3’s new tricks — including live translation, sleep detection, and camera control gestures — and acknowledges early iPhone 17 software bugs like the infamous “white squigglies” camera glitch, which Apple is already patching. Wrapping up, the panel shares their new hardware purchases and charging accessories while keeping the mood lively with running jokes about Real Housewives, pumpkin spice, and cosmic orange cases.
😂 Funny Moments:
• Marty: “Christmas in September!”
• Jeff: “Let’s just call it macOS Donner Party.”
• Jill: “Stay off the roads… I turned off Liquid Glass in CarPlay!”
• Dave: “The orange iPhone Pro? Looks like Real Housewives of Apple.”
👉 Whether you’re here for the serious Apple insights or the Brady Bunch jokes about battery drain, this episode delivers.
Topics and Links
Breaking News
First iPhone Air, iPhone 17, and iPhone 17 Pro Orders Now Arriving to Customers
iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air Launch Day is Near: 4 Things to Know
Apple confirms: The new iPhones have a camera problem | Macworld
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases visionOS 26 With Persistent Widgets, Lifelike Personas, and Spatial Scenes for Vision Pro
Apple Vision Pro finds foothold in business market as consumer sales lag
Beta this week. All OS’es are released this week/
iOS 26 Features: The Ultimate Mega Guide - MacRumors
iPadOS 26 review: Your iPad is more Mac-like than ever — and that’s great news
Apple Releases watchOS 26 With Sleep Score, Workout Buddy, Hypertension Alerts, New Watch Faces and More
Apple tvOS 26 is here — all the biggest upgrades and changes you can try right now
How to use Apple Watch’s hypertension feature in watchOS 26 - 9to5Mac
Tips on
Liquid Glass
App Changes mail finding where things are
Safari pinch to goto tabs
Day One iOS 26 Updates Required for All iPhone 17 Models
iOS 26.0.1 Coming Soon, Likely With iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro Fix
Brief on
AirPods Pro 3 just got their first firmware update
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple macOS Tahoe review: Apple Intelligence and Liquid Glass upgrades are a winning combo | Tom's Guide
Other Topics
How to get Apple's hot new iPhone color without buying an iPhone Pro
Apple explains why your iPhone may drain faster after updating to iOS 26 | Macworld
What did we all buy this week?
Dave bought these things
40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max - Apple
Apple's New Dynamic 40W to 60W Charger Has a Key Advantage
iPhone 17 Pro Max Silicone Case with MagSafe – Orange - Apple
MagSafe Charger (1 m)
Apple Watch Series 11 Midnight 46mm
AirPods Pro 3
iPhone 17 Pro Max Cosmic Orange 512GB
Spigen for iPhone 17 Pro Max Case
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Macstock 9 has wrapped for 2025. Attendees will receive a link for the session recordings when they’re ready in 30-45 days. If you missed Macstock we missed you! Why not purchase a digital pass to relive all the amazing presentations? Click the link below to purchase the digital pass. Macstock X has already been announced July 10,11,12, 2026 hopeful you all can join us.
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Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. X @benroethig and all other social media @benroethig. Website: https://roethigtech.com/
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Guy Serle, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius. The panel unpacks Apple’s latest event: the iPhone 17 lineup, the sleek new iPhone Air, AirPods Pro 3 with heart-rate and live translation, and the Apple Watch Series 11 with new health features. Are these upgrades worth it—or just iterative polish? Tune in for analysis, debate, and laughs
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In Episode 386 of In Touch With iOS, David Ginsburg is joined by a full panel—Guy Serle, Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden—to dive into Apple’s latest “awe-dropping” event. The discussion covers the iPhone 17 lineup, including the Pro and Pro Max models powered by the A19 Pro chip, upgraded camera systems, and improved thermal cooling. Panelists debate upgrade cycles, storage needs, and even whether “pumpkin spice” (aka orange) should count as a phone color.
We also break down the debut of the iPhone Air, Apple’s thinnest iPhone yet, with its titanium build, new C1X modem, and unique design choices (including that hump). Is it just a super-thin marvel—or half of a future foldable iPhone? Opinions differ!
Next up, the AirPods Pro 3 bring stronger noise cancellation, a heart rate sensor, and game-changing live translation features. The crew weighs whether these are must-have upgrades or evolutionary refinements. Finally, the Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3 take center stage, with blood pressure monitoring, sleep score features, and battery improvements sparking debate about health tracking and who benefits most from the new models.
Throughout the episode, the panel reflects on how Apple’s hardware has entered an iterative phase—solid and polished, but less revolutionary. Still, with new colors, health sensors, and smarter features, there’s plenty to discuss, speculate, and laugh about in this jam-packed post-event recap .
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26 available from Sep 15, with spatial widgets, new Personas and more
visionOS 26 Beta 9 Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation
New Jupiter Environment in visionOS 26 Marty reviews the changes with visionOS 26 RC Beta Here's Apple Vision Pro's new Jupiter Environment
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 Release Candidates
iOS 26: Here are Apple’s full release notes
Apple Seeds watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 Release Candidates
Get Ready for Liquid Glass: You Can Download iOS 26, macOS Tahoe and More on September 15
Apple rolls out betas for iOS 18.7, macOS 15.7, and macOS 14.8
Xcode 26 RC beta now available for developers
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Seeds macOS Tahoe Release Candidate
Here Are Apple's macOS Tahoe 26 Release Notes
Apple Event Aw Dropping 9/9/25
Links to Features Everything Apple Announced at Today's Event in 13 Minutes
AirPods Pro 3 vs AirPods Pro 2: Here’s everything new
Apple debuts new C1X in-house modem, the successor to C1
Apple announces the iPhone N1 chip, its own custom silicon for Bluetooth and WiFi radios
Apple Event Press Releases
iPhone
Apple unveils iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, the most powerful and advanced Pro models ever
Introducing iPhone Air, a powerful new iPhone with a breakthrough design - Apple
Apple debuts iPhone 17
Apple Watch
Apple debuts Apple Watch Series 11, featuring groundbreaking health insights
Introducing Apple Watch Ultra 3
Apple introduces Apple Watch SE 3
Hypertension alerts are coming to these existing Apple Watch models
AirPods Pro 3
Introducing AirPods Pro 3, the ultimate audio experience
AirPods Pro 3 don’t include a USB-C charging cable in the box
AirPods Pro 3 get foam-infused ear tips in five different sizes
Comparisons
Compare iPhone models
Apple Watch Compare
Compare AirPods models
Awe Dropping: Here’s everything Apple didn’t announce today
Here's every new accessory Apple just launched
Jeff gives his thoughts on the event and was it good or not
Announcements
Macstock 9 has wrapped for 2025. Attendees will receive a link for the session recordings when they’re ready in 30-45 days. If you missed Macstock we missed you! Why not purchase a digital pass to relive all the amazing presentations? Click the link below to purchase the digital pass. Macstock X has already been announced July 10,11,12, 2026 hopeful you all can join us.
Macstock IX Digital Pass
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. X @benroethig and all other social media @benroethig. Website: https://roethigtech.com/
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS. In Episode 385, Dave Ginsburg, Kelly Guimont, Jill McKinley, Ben Roethig, and Marty Jencius preview the September 9th Apple Event. They cover iOS 26 Beta 9 and visionOS updates, iPhone 17 rumors, Apple Watch Series 11 upgrades, and Apple Wallet’s enhanced travel features. The panel also dives into AirPods Pro 3, HomePod, Apple TV speculation, Astropad’s anti-reflective protector, and Apple’s evolving AI strategy. A lively mix of insight, rumors, and humor for Apple fans.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In Episode 385 of In Touch With iOS, host Dave Ginsburg is joined by panelists Kelly Guimont, Jill McKinley, Ben Roethig, and Marty Jencius for an in-depth discussion on everything Apple ahead of the much-anticipated September 9th Apple Event.
The panel kicks off with reactions to the iOS 26 Beta 9 and visionOS Beta 9 releases, highlighting improvements like 3D charting support for developers, enhanced accessibility ratings in the App Store, and visual refinements such as the updated liquid glass interface. While some bugs remain, overall performance feels crisper and more polished.
Looking ahead to the event, the conversation centers on the iPhone 17 lineup — including rumors of a lighter iPhone 17 Air, spatial photography integration for Vision Pro, and whether the upgrades justify an annual refresh. Opinions are divided: some are eager to upgrade, while others remain skeptical about how compelling the changes will be.
The panel also dives into expected updates for the Apple Watch Series 11 and Apple Watch Ultra 3, including a possible return of blood oxygen monitoring and other health features. Other Apple ecosystem topics include:
- Apple Wallet enhancements — digital boarding passes with live activities, airport maps, luggage tracking, and U.S. passport support.
- AirPods Pro 3 rumors — improved noise cancellation, redesigned stems, and heart rate monitoring integration.
- HomePod and AirTag updates — hopes for better battery life and a more seamless user experience.
- Apple TV speculation — possible Wi-Fi 7 support and potential gaming opportunities.
In a lighter segment, the group discusses Astropad’s new anti-reflective “Fresh Coat” screen protector, designed to reduce glare by 75% on the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro models. They also dive into Opera’s revamped tab management on iOS, debating its potential to rival Safari and Chrome.
Finally, the episode touches on Apple’s AI ambitions, exploring reports of a planned answer engine integrated with Siri, leveraging deals with OpenAI, Perplexity, or even Google Gemini. While Apple’s AI strategy sparks mixed opinions, the panel agrees that user privacy and energy efficiency will likely remain top priorities.
This episode serves as the perfect primer before Apple’s big event, balancing news, rumors, personal insights, and witty banter to prepare listeners for what’s next in the Apple ecosystem.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26 Beta 9 Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation
Beta this week. iOS26 Beta 9 was released this week.
Apple releases iOS 26 beta 9 for iPhone
Apple releases beta 9 for iPadOS 26, tvOS 26, watchOS 26, more [U]
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In Touch With Mac this week
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Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.
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The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. We cover the Vision Pro developer beta, iOS 26 updates, redesigned icons, and the new AirPods camera control feature. We also dive into macOS Tahoe enhancements, Xcode’s AI integration, and the upcoming September 9th Apple event. Finally, we discuss Apple TV+ pricing changes, Apple Music’s expansion, and shifting streaming strategies.
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We start with discussions around the Apple Vision Pro developer beta, its stability improvements, and how developers are preparing ahead of the September 9th Apple Event. The team also unpacks the iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 betas, exploring performance, subtle refinements, and the heated debates around redesigned app icons — sparking an insightful conversation on usability, branding, and generational design preferences.
A highlight of the episode is Apple’s new AirPods feature that lets users remotely control the iPhone’s camera via simple stem gestures. We explore its impact on photography, family shots, and even discuss the privacy implications this capability raises.
Next, we shift to macOS Tahoe, including the much-anticipated addition of the Journal app to Mac, improvements in cross-device workflows, and Xcode’s new AI integration, which now supports GPT-5 and Claude models. We discuss how Apple is quietly opening doors for developers while possibly sidestepping antitrust concerns.
The conversation wraps with thoughts on the streaming landscape, including Apple TV+’s price increase, Apple Music’s expansion to TuneIn, and the broader implications of rising subscription costs. As always, the panel shares candid takes, bold predictions, and personal workflows that Apple power users will find invaluable.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 26 developer beta 8 now available
visionOS 26 Beta 8 Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds Eighth Developer Betas of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26
Apple Releases Fifth Public Betas of iOS 26 and More
iOS 26 Beta Testing Likely Complete After Apple Seeds Beta 8
iOS 26: Capture iPhone Screen Content in HDR
Apple Seeds Eighth watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 Developer Betas
iOS 26 vs iOS 18: Five new icons you may not recognize after updating
iOS 26: Remotely Control iPhone Camera With Your AirPods
Apple Releases Xcode 26 Beta 7 With GPT-5 Support and Claude Integration
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Seeds Eighth Beta of macOS Tahoe to Developers
Parallels Desktop 26 Adds Support for macOS Tahoe and Windows 11 2025 Update
macOS Tahoe adds three new apps to your Mac, here’s what’s coming
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Apple Event Announced for September 9: 'Awe Dropping'
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Apple Music Radio Stations Now Available via TuneIn
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig.. We covers urgent Apple security updates, the Apple vs. Masimo legal fight, and exciting Vision Pro immersive features. The panel explores iOS 26 and VisionOS betas, Apple Card promos, Apple TV+ price hikes, critiques on Siri, and cutting-edge tech like OWC’s new SSD — all while navigating the evolving world of Apple’s ecosystem.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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The episode kicks off with urgent security updates for iOS 18.6.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.6.1, addressing a major vulnerability linked to malicious image files. The panel strongly recommends updating immediately to protect against potential exploits.
Next, the group dives into the Apple vs. Masimo legal battle over blood oxygen sensing on the Apple Watch. Apple’s clever workaround — shifting calculations to the iPhone — has sparked another lawsuit, leading to an animated discussion about patents, ethics, and industry strategy.
Vision Pro takes center stage as the hosts explore immersive environments like Disney+’s Alien Earth and HBO’s Harry Potter Hogwarts Great Hall, alongside the latest VisionOS betas. While some immersive features still haven’t arrived, excitement is building as Vision Pro content grows.
Additional highlights include:
- Apple Card promos: 5% cashback on gas and EV charging stations through Sept 15.
- Apple TV+ price hikes and the broader impact on streaming bundles.
- Critiques of Siri and voice assistants, noting how user behavior hasn’t evolved since 2018 due to limited feature progress.
- OWC’s blazing-fast Express 1M2 SSD, delivering speeds up to 6,000 MB/s.
- Expanding CarPlay Live Activities with smarter integrations like flight updates, sports scores, and weather alerts.
Topics and Links
Breaking News
Update Now: iOS 18.6.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.6.1 Fix Actively Exploited Vulnerability
Masimo sues US Customs over Apple Watch blood oxygen return
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple releases visionOS 26 developer beta 7
Explore the Disney+ 'Alien: Earth' immersive environment with the Apple Vision Pro now
HBO launches new Harry Potter immersive environment on Apple Vision Pro
Beta this week.
Apple Releases iOS 18.6.2 With Security Fixes
Apple releases iOS 26 beta 7 for iPhone
Here's Everything New in iOS 26 Beta 7 - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Seventh Developer Betas of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26
iOS 26 and watchOS 26 Beta 7 Include 'Redesigned' Blood Oxygen Feature in U.S
Apple releases fourth public betas of macOS Sequoia 15.6, iOS 18.6, iPadOS 18.6
iOS 26 makes Apple’s killer autofill code feature even better
iMessage gets a new Drafts folder in iOS 26
iPadOS 26 beta 7 available now as public launch nea
watchOS 26 beta 7 now available for Apple Watch - 9to5Mac
Apple Seeds Seventh watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 Developer Betas
These iPadOS 26 features make me want the M5 iPad Pro
Apple Releases Fourth Public Betas of iOS 26 and More
CarPlay is about to get one of Apple’s best recent iPhone features
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases macOS Sequoia 15.6.1 With Security Updates
macOS Tahoe 26 beta 7 now available to developers - 9to5Mac
macOS 26 Tahoe release date, latest beta, new Mac features, compatibility
OWC's New 1M2 80G Portable SSD Brings 6,000MB/s Speeds to Thunderbolt 5 Mac
Other Topics
ESPN’s new streaming service has good news for Apple TV app users
Disney+ Launches New ESPN Unlimited Bundle, Special Offer Makes Hulu Free for First 12 Months - IGN
Unlock Hulu and Disney Plus Free for a Year With ESPN's New Streaming Service — Here's How to Get It | Tom's Guide
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Apple Card Turns Six With Big Change Ahead
Apple TV+ Shares 'The Morning Show' Season 4 Trailer
Apple TV+ Reportedly Abandoning MLB Coverage
Apple TV+ Price Increase Announced - MacRumors
Apple One just got harder to resist, with more coming soon - 9to5Mac
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. Significant Apple news: a software-based return of the blood oxygen feature for select Apple Watches, Vision Pro beta updates, and an in-depth look at apps like SailGP and Cassette. The panel discusses iOS 26’s Wallet improvements, on-site iPad repairs, and rumors of a budget MacBook. Listeners also get commentary on Apple Card ratings, Apple Arcade’s September lineup, Netflix’s new tvOS interface, and ESPN/Fox’s streaming bundle.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Major news headlines include Apple’s recent update to the Apple Watch blood oxygen feature. The panel analyzes technical and legal implications, discussing how select watch models now regain this popular health capability through an iPhone and Apple Watch software workaround, referencing user experiences and perspectives on health data tracking and device compatibility.
The episode transitions to the Vision Pro and its VisionOS 26 beta 6 release, noting a lack of major changes but reflecting on the broader developer beta process and the excitement or skepticism within the community, especially over anticipated new environments and hardware rumors like a possible M5 chip in future Vision Pro models.
Apps in focus include SailGP, a mixed reality app for sports fans that sets a new standard for immersive race coverage and AR visualizations. The panel explores its strengths and ponders expansion to other sports. Meanwhile, iOS 26 beta 6 is dissected for its subtle UI enhancements and the Wallet app’s new card vaulting feature, which brings all credit card info into one secure location for convenience and security.
News of Apple Stores introducing on-site iPad repairs is received as a positive shift toward more customer-friendly service, though concerns about logistics and inventory remain. The possible release of a new entry-level MacBook at a sub-$999 price point is debated, with thoughts on its impact for education markets, users’ expectations, and technical compromises.
Further discussions highlight:
• The panel’s experiences with the F1 movie in IMAX, praising its immersive qualities and its educational insight into the sport.
• A new nostalgic VHS-styled app, “Cassette,” for organizing and replaying old videos.
• The security-focused vault app “Access,” alternative to 1Password, with analysis of its privacy, encryption, and use cases.
• Apple Card’s satisfaction ratings and comparison to other credit cards according to the latest JD Power survey.
• The upcoming Apple Arcade September lineup, featuring NFL Retro Bowl 26 and Jeopardy Daily, which stirs memories and excitement for mobile gaming.
• Updates about Netflix’s redesign for tvOS and the implications for viewing convenience.
Breaking News
An update on Blood Oxygen for Apple Watch in the U.S.
Redesigned blood oxygen monitoring returns to Apple Watch (Jill)
iOS 18.6.1 and watchOS 11.6.1 Released: Blood Oxygen Monitoring Returns to U.S. Apple Watches
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple releases visionOS 26 developer beta 6
visionOS 26 Beta 6 Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation
Apple Code ConfirmApple Code Confirms Vision Pro With M5 Chip - MacRumorss Vision Pro With M5 Chip
SailGP releases new mixed reality app for Apple Vision Pro
App link: SailGP RaceScapeSailGP releases new mixed reality app for Apple Vision Pro XR
Beta this week.
iOS 26 beta 6 was released this week.
Apple releases iOS 26 beta 6 for iPhone
Apple Releases Third iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 Public Betas, New Developer Beta
iPadOS 26 beta 6 now available, here’s what to expect
iOS 26 beta 6 adds six brand new iPhone ringtones, listen here
tvOS 26 beta 6 just released for Apple TV 4K
watchOS 26 beta 6 available now for Apple Watch
Everything new in iOS 26 beta 6
iOS 26: Save Physical Card Details in Wallet App
CarPlay in iOS 26 enables ‘video in the car’, but support may take a while - 9to5Mac
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Seeds Sixth Beta of macOS Tahoe to Developers
Apple Seeds Second macOS Sequoia 15.7 Release Candidate to Developers
Could there be? Low-cost MacBook production starting soon, possible $599 or $699 pricing
Other Topics
Dave was able to see F1 the Movie in IMAX and he gave his review. Apple Original Films’ summer blockbuster “F1 The Movie” accelerates back into IMAX
Cassette brings VHS nostalgia to your iPhone’s camera roll - 9to5Mac
Apps Found
Access
Access: Private Vault on the App Store
News
Apple Card lands third in J.D. Power’s U.S. credit card satisfaction rankings (Jilll)
Apple Arcade’s September lineup mixes NFL football, Jeopardy!, and fan-favorite updates
ESPN and FOX will offer bundle with their new streaming services
Netflix just rolled out a big tvOS redesign for Apple TV 4K users
Apple Reportedly Planning to Offer In-Store iPad Repairs
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Ben Roethig, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, visionOS beta improvements, standout Vision Pro creative apps, and iOS 26 beta 5 refinements. The panel discusses iPadOS performance boosts, AirPods charging updates, and CarPlay’s new compact call view. They also explore time zone glitches, Tim Cook’s $600B U.S. manufacturing push, ESPN’s NFL Network acquisition, and the macOS HD icon redesign, while touching on GPT-5’s debut and broader Apple ecosystem trends
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In Episode 381 of In Touch With iOS, host David Ginsburg is joined by Ben Roethig, Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden to explore the latest developments in Apple’s ecosystem. The panel dives into the newly released visionOS developer beta, with notable improvements to the personas feature, especially for glasses wearers, and discusses its stability and potential impact on developers. They highlight creative Vision Pro apps like Da Vinci, Procreate Dreams, and Reality Composer, envisioning how spatial computing could transform artistic expression.
The conversation moves to iOS 26 beta 5, focusing on interface refinements, performance gains, and AirDrop icon changes. They also review iPadOS updates like improved snap windows and background processing, watchOS and tvOS betas, and new AirPods charging indicators. CarPlay’s incoming call interface now uses a compact view, helping drivers maintain navigation visibility—an update the panel welcomes enthusiastically.
Other topics include time zone quirks in certain regions, Apple’s $600 billion U.S. manufacturing investment under Tim Cook, ESPN’s acquisition of NFL Network, and the transition away from legacy email services. The episode wraps with discussions on macOS Tahoe 26’s subtle refinements, a controversial redesign of the Macintosh HD icon, and OpenAI’s new GPT-5 model. This lively and wide-ranging episode blends hands-on impressions, practical tips, and spirited design debates, keeping listeners informed and entertained about the fast-moving Apple landscape
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple releases developer beta 5 for visionOS 26
Top VisionOS Apps For Artists And Designers: Unleashing Creativity In Spatial Computing
Da Vinci Eye: Art Projector on the App Store
Beta this week.
Apple releases iOS 26 beta 5 for iPhone
iPadOS 26 beta 5 is available now, here’s what to expect
Apple Releases Second iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 Public Betas
watchOS 26 beta 5 rolling out for Apple Watch now - 9to5Mac
tvOS 26 beta 5 now available for Apple TV 4K
Apple Seeds Second Public Betas of tvOS 26 and watchOS 26
Here's the redesigned AirDrop icon in iOS 26
Everything new in iOS 26 beta 5lk
Apple Upgrades AirPods Charging in iOS 26
iOS 26: Get a Callback Reminder for a Missed Call
CarPlay in iOS 26 has a new, improved solution for phone calls - 9to5Mac
Listener Cletus has this issue in iOS 26 Fixed: Time Zone Cannot Be Set Manually Due to Device Restrictions
AI
OpenAI Brings Faster, Smarter GPT-5 Model to ChatGPT Users
In Touch With Mac this week
macOS Tahoe 26 developer beta 5 is out, here’s what’s new
Apple Seeds Second macOS Tahoe Public Beta
macOS Tahoe 26 beta 5 retires the old Macintosh HD icon
Apple rolls out RC versions of macOS 15.7 and 14.8 betas to developers
Apple’s big investment in the United States
Apple Announces American Manufacturing Program, Promises to Spend $600 Billion
Apple, Corning to manufacture all iPhone, Apple Watch cover glass in Kentucky
Samsung to produce image sensors for Apple’s iPhone in Texas News
Apple Original Films’ summer blockbuster “F1 The Movie” accelerates back into IMAX
Apple TV+ Press
Here's How Much It Costs to Sue Apple
Xfinity Email move to Yahoo Mail ESPN buys NFL Network and NFL gets 10
Comcast, YouTube TV & Other Cable & Streaming Subscribers Will Get Access to the New ESPN App
Tim Cook becomes Apple’s longest‑serving CEO - As of August 1, 2025, Tim Cook surpassed Steve Jobs with 5,091 days at the helm of Apple.
Shout out to Phil F that’s for buying me some coffees he enjoyed episode 380.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT. A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. X @benroethig and all other social media @benroethig. Website: https://roethigtech.com/
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, the panel covers Apple’s $94B earnings, growth in iPhone and Services, and Vision Pro’s market outlook. They discuss macOS Tahoe’s new customizable Control Center, AppleCare One savings, iOS 26’s spam filtering, and AirTag airline support. The episode wraps with news on JPMorgan possibly taking over the Apple Card.
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In this packed episode of In Touch With iOS, host David Ginsburg is joined by an all-star panel: Guy Serle, Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, and Jeff Gamet. The show opens with a detailed breakdown of Apple’s record-setting Q3 2025 earnings of $94 billion, highlighting growth in iPhone, Mac, and Services, while noting declines in iPad and Wearables. The panel analyzes Tim Cook’s commentary, particularly around Apple’s increasing investment in AI and hints toward potential acquisitions in the space.
The discussion shifts to the Vision Pro, with reflections on Apple’s strategy, pricing challenges, and comparisons with competitors like Meta and Xiaomi. Panelists agree that the Vision Pro is still a high-end, early-stage device, but are optimistic about future consumer-focused versions. Software updates take center stage as the team reviews iOS 18.6, macOS Sequoia 15.6, and watchOS 11.6—all featuring important security and bug fixes. The beta version of macOS Tahoe earns praise for its customizable Control Center, a long-requested feature.
AppleCare One, Apple’s new bundled protection plan, is explored in depth, especially its integration with the iPhone Upgrade Program and its cost-saving potential. The team discusses an online calculator that helps users determine if switching from AppleCare+ makes financial sense.
One hot topic is iOS 26’s new spam text filtering, which has stirred controversy among political fundraising groups. The panel weighs in enthusiastically in favor of giving users better control over unwanted messages.
Rounding out the episode are updates on AirTag integration with 30+ airlines, enabling real-time luggage tracking, and news that JPMorgan may take over the Apple Card from Goldman Sachs. There’s also chatter about the temporary closure of the Apple Store at Caesars Palace Las Vegas—possibly to make room for Vision Pro demos.
Topics and Links
Breaking Topic: Apple Q3 2025 results Reported 7/31/25.
Apple reports third quarter results
Apple Q3 2025 results and charts: $95B revenue
Apple Reports 3Q 2025 Results: $23.4B Profit on $94B Revenue
This is Tim: Complete transcript of Apple’s Q3 2025 financial call
Apple’s Q3 2025 Earnings Call Takeaways
Apple CEO Tim Cook: iPhone 16 More Popular Than iPhone 15
Tim Cook: Apple just sold its three-billionth iPhone
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Vision Pro decisions on earnings call.
Apple Releases visionOS 2.6
Beta this week. iOS 18.6 released, iOS 26 Beta 4 released 1 week ago 7/22/25
Apple Releases iOS 18.6 With Photos Bug Fix
iOS 18.6 Includes Over 20 Security Fixes
Apple Releases watchOS 11.6
Apple Releases tvOS 18.6
Apple Seeds iOS 26 Public Beta for iPhone 11 Users
iOS 26 Message filtering upsetting fundraising politicians that want to annoy iPhone users
Shortcuts in iOS 26: Everything new coming to your iPhone, more
Apple just released new AirPods Pro 2, AirPods 4 beta firmware
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases macOS Sequoia 15.6
How to take full control of your Control Center in macOS Tahoe | Macworld
More discussion on AppleCare One plan
All-New 'AppleCare One' Plan Compatible With iPhone Upgrade Program
https://icare-calculator.vercel.app/
The iPhone Upgrade Program is compatible with AppleCare One – Six Colors
Apple introduces AppleCare One, streamlining coverage into a single plan with incredible value
AppleCare+ vs AppleCare One: Warranty services compared
What to Expect From the Next Apple TV
News
Apple Store in Caesars Palace Temporarily Closing Next Month - MacRumors
JPMorgan Chase Close to Deal Taking Over Apple Card Program, Reports Say
Chase Reportedly in Advanced Talks to Become New Apple Card Partner
Yet another airline joins in on AirTag luggage tracking support
Dave mentioned FindMy smartcards https://amzn.to/4lZamy2
Dropbox Passwords is shutting down, and you have to act fast
Retro Rewatch Gilmore Girls episode
Announcements
Macstock 9 has wrapped for 2025. Attendees will receive a link for the session recordings when they’re ready in 30-45 days. If you missed Macstock we missed you! Why not purchase a digital pass to relive all the amazing presentations? Click the link below to purchase the digital pass. Macstock X has already been announced July 10,11,12, 2026 hopeful you all can join us.
Macstock IX Digital Pass
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at https://techhub.social/@eabolden and https://mas.to/@eabolden, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT. A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, The team covers updates on visionOS 26 and the Vision Pro, the iOS 18.6 release candidate, macOS Sequoia, and the new AppleCare One plan. Additional discussions include Chrome’s new account switching on iOS, BMW’s snub of CarPlay Ultra, and the implications of T-Mobile’s Starlink service. Plus, Jill debuts her ChatGPT shortcut for Apple news aggregation.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Episode 369 kicks off with friendly banter from Saratoga Springs and quickly jumps into updates about Apple Vision Pro and visionOS 26 beta. Marty and Eric share hands-on insights, including improved persona realism and smoother system performance. Dave and the panel review iOS 18.6 and macOS Sequoia betas, sharing mixed experiences with stability and usability, especially around multitasking on iPad.
A major highlight is the debut of AppleCare One, a new all-in-one Apple device insurance plan. Marty walks through how it saved him money and how to migrate existing AppleCare contracts. Chuck adds insight into insurance best practices and potential benefits for multi-device owners.
The episode also includes Jill’s new “Apple News Scout” GPT tool, which curates reliable Apple news while filtering rumors. In tech news, the panel discusses Chrome’s improved account switching for iOS, BMW’s rejection of CarPlay Ultra, and T-Mobile’s Starlink collaboration for satellite cellular service.
As always, the show wraps with laughs, listener shout-outs, and community appreciation, emphasizing how tech brings people together—even across distances.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple releases developer beta 4 for visionOS 26
Setting Up Your Apple Vision Pro: A Seamless Start To Spatial Computing
Beta this week.
iOS 18.6 RC beta and more now available as launch nears
Apple Shares iOS 18.6 Release Notes
Apple Shares iOS 18.6 Release Notes
Apple released the iOS 26 public beta: Here's the full list of compatible iPhones that can download it
iPadOS 26 beta 4 now available with latest iPad changes
Apple releases iOS 26 beta 4 for iPhone
Apple Releases First iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 Public Betas - MacRumors
tvOS 26 beta 4 available now for Apple TV users
tvOS 26 adds new feature that makes AirPlay speakers better than ever
watchOS 26 beta 4 now available for Apple Watch
Apple Seeds First Public Betas of tvOS 26 and watchOS 26 - MacRumors
iOS 26 beta 4 changes
iOS 26 Public Beta Appears Imminent Based on This Latest Hint
iOS 26: Set a Custom iPhone Ringtone in Seconds
iOS 26 Finally Fixes This Annoying Messages Problem
New Apple Watch Gesture in watchOS 26 Limited to Newer Models
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of macOS Tahoe to Developers
In touch with AI
Jill creates a ChatGPT shortcut aggregating Apple News called Apple News Scout. https://chatgpt.com/g/g-68827b839da881919c133b1fedb5b590-apple-news-scout
AppleCare One: Marty has switched over many of the devices to AppleCare One and can talk about the experience Apple introduces AppleCare One, streamlining coverage into a single plan with incredible value
Apple Announces 'AppleCare One' Subscription Plan for Multiple Devices - MacRumors
News
iPhone Users Can Now Easily Swap Between Personal and Work Accounts in Chrome
BMW Confirms It Has No Plans to Offer CarPlay Ultra
T-Mobile's Starlink Satellite Service Officially Launches With iPhone Support
Announcements
Macstock 9 has wrapped for 2025. Attendees will receive a link for the session recordings when they’re ready in 30-45 days. If you missed Macstock we missed you! Why not purchase a digital pass to relive all the amazing presentations? Click the link below to purchase the digital pass. Macstock X has already been announced July 10,11,12, 2026 hopeful you all can join us.
Macstock IX Digital Pass
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT. A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Mike Potter, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. In this episode, the panel recaps MacStock 9, highlighting standout sessions on Vision Pro, social media strategy, AI automation, and health tech. They discuss hands-on demos with Apple Vision Pro, emphasizing improvements in guest mode and gesture controls. The show also covers the latest iOS 26 and visionOS betas, Apple’s new AI features, and updates to Wemo devices and Chrome support. Other topics include ChatGPT for Mac, Rode’s new wireless iPhone mics, and Apple TV+ content expansions. A packed episode with insights from Apple enthusiasts and tech experts across the board.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Episode Highlights
• MacStock 9 Recap
• Deep dive into the MacStock event, featuring Vision Pro sessions and hands-on demos.
• Attendees impressed by Vision Pro’s improved “guest mode” and more intuitive gesture controls.
• High turnout from those wanting an out-of-store Vision Pro experience.
• MacStock Presentations
• Keynotes and workshops on:
• Social media strategy, Mastodon engagement, and maximizing your online presence.
• Confidence-building for being on camera.
• AI workflow and automation tools (notably Keyboard Maestro).
• Health technology: using Apple Watch and Fitness Plus for personal wellness journeys.
• Apple Software Updates
• Discussion of iOS 26 and macOS Sequoia betas, plus upcoming visionOS public betas.
• Focus on new features powered by Apple Intelligence, including visual intelligence and live translation for newer devices.
• Insights into beta testing, compatibility, and standout system features.
• Device & Accessory News
• Wemo device phase-out: details and advice for HomeKit users as Belkin discontinues support.
• Tips on browser security for macOS Big Sur users as Chrome ends support.
• Review of Rode’s new wireless lav mics for iPhone, with panelists sharing hands-on impressions.
• AI & Productivity Tools
• ChatGPT for Mac introduces a new recording/transcription feature, now available for Plus users.
• Panel compares various AI note-taking and productivity tools, highlighting flexibility and workflow integration.
• Apple TV Plus & Entertainment
• Vimeo returns to the Apple TV app store, bringing more viewing flexibility.
• Apple TV Plus in talks to expand its sports offerings, potentially including Sunday Night Baseball and more MLB content.
Additional Topics
• Strategies for launching and managing macOS applications as Launchpad evolves.
• Security and workflow tips for balancing browsers (Firefox, Chrome, Edge, Safari) and AI integrations.
• Upcoming Apple News Plus Emoji Game and its integration with Apple Intelligence.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Vision Pro Demos at Macstock
VisionOS 2.6 Beta 3
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds Third Beta of iOS 18.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Betas of visionOS 2.6, tvOS 18.6, and watchOS 11.6
Apple Releases Third iOS 18.6 and macOS Sequoia 15.6 Public Betas
Here's When to Expect the iOS 26 Public Beta
These iOS 26 features will only be available on newer iPhones
iPhone screenshots are getting three powerful new features in iOS 26
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Seeds Third Beta of macOS Sequoia 15.6
You can bring back Launchpad in macOS 26, but you shouldn't
Google Drops Chrome Support for macOS Big Sur: Only Firefox and Edge Remain
ChatGPT Plus Gets Record Mode on Mac for Meeting Transcription
HomeKit may keep some Wemo devices alive after shutdown in 2026
Perplexity launches Comet, its AI-based web browser
News
Apple News+ launches clever new ‘Emoji Game’ for iOS 18.4 and later
Rode Wireless Micro review: AirPods of lav mics
Vimeo Brings Apple TV App Back
Apple could take over Sunday Night Baseball after ESPN drops out
Announcements
Macstock 9 has wrapped for 2025. Attendees with be receiving a link when ready in 30-45 days. If you missed Macstock we missed you! Why not purchase a digital pass to relive all the amazing presentations there were? Click the link below to purchase the digital pass. Macstock X has already been announced July 10,11,12, 2026 hopeful you all can join us.
Macstock IX Digital Pass
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo
This special episode is recorded live at MacStock 9, where host Dave Ginsburg is joined by a panel of Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Chuck Joiner, and Brittany Smith. The group dives into the latest Apple news, smart home challenges, and the evolving landscape of technology, all while sharing candid anecdotes and laughs from the conference floor
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Chapters & Key Topics
Timestamp Segment Highlights
0:15 Introduction at MacStock 9 Live setup challenges, studio audience, and panel introductions
1:07 Pre-Show Adventures Humorous stories about tangled cables and recording mishaps
7:22 Vision Pro Troubles Dave’s Vision Pro OS beta mishap and Apple Store rescue
7:31 CEO of X Departs Linda Iaccarino’s resignation from X (formerly Twitter) and speculation on company direction
9:26 Amazon Prime Day Purchases Panel’s gadget shopping habits and missed deals
11:54 HomeKit and Wemo Devices Belkin’s discontinuation of Wemo support and HomeKit frustrations
16:19 Home Automation Challenges Real-life smart home struggles and relationship impacts
17:47 NFL Apps on CarPlay New team apps for CarPlay and the quirks of geo-targeted sports streaming
22:37 Apple Accepts Android Trade-Ins Apple’s trade-in program for flagship Android phones and market implications
28:05 Foldable Phone Discussion The future of foldable iPhones and iPads; panel shares hands-on experiences
35:48 OpenAI's New AI Browser Debating the value and risks of an AI-powered web browser
45:36 Wrap-Up and Farewells Conference excitement, where to find the panelists, and closing thoughts
Notable Discussions
• Vision Pro OS Beta Issues:
Dave recounts a Vision Pro update gone wrong and the Apple Store’s multi-step recovery process.
• Leadership Shifts at X:
The group speculates on Linda Iaccarino’s exit and Elon Musk’s growing involvement.
• Amazon Prime Day & Smart Home Woes:
Panelists share what they bought (or missed) and react to Belkin ending support for older Wemo devices, raising concerns about the longevity of smart home products.
• NFL Apps on CarPlay:
Discussion about new NFL team apps, geo-restrictions, and the broader challenges of streaming sports content.
• Apple’s Android Trade-In Strategy:
Analysis of Apple accepting flagship Android phones for trade-in, the depreciation of Android devices, and how this move might target switchers.
• Foldable Devices:
Mixed opinions on foldable phones and iPads, with first-hand experiences and skepticism about Apple’s entry into the market.
• OpenAI’s AI Browser:
A lively debate about the potential and pitfalls of an AI-powered browser, with comparisons to existing tools like Perplexity and Copilot.
Community & Conference Highlights
• MacStock 9:
The energy of a live audience and the camaraderie of in-person tech discussions.
• Panelist Plugs:
Where to find each guest online and their other podcast appearances
Links Referenced
Belkin Ending Support for Most Wemo Devices - MacRumors
NFL Apps Rolling Out on CarPlay Starting With These Teams - MacRumors
Apple Now Accepting Three New Android Devices for Trade-In - MacRumors
OpenAI to Launch AI Web Browser - MacRumors
Announcements
Macstock 9 is a wrap! If you missed it be sure to grab a digital pass to relive the conference. Click here https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com/product-category/digital-pass/
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
About our Guest
Brittany Smith is a cognitive neuroscientist who provides a variety of consulting services through her business, Devise and Conquer that includes ADD/ADHD coaching, technology coaching, productivity consulting, and more. She is a self-designated “well-rounded geek”, and holds a M.S. degree in Cognitive Neuroscience. She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator. Find her on her YouTube channel of tech tips.
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, The panel honors the late Tim Robertson and shares heartfelt stories from the Apple podcasting community. The conversation then shifts to Apple news including Vision Pro’s legal troubles, new immersive apps, and the Bezel app’s iPhone mirroring capabilities. The crew also discusses Apple’s iOS and macOS beta updates, a surge in Mac shipments, malware alerts, AI developments in Siri, and Apple Music’s 10-year milestone. The episode closes with excitement for the upcoming Macstock Conference.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Episode 366 of In Touch With iOS opens with lighthearted summer vibes and warm panel intros before turning reflective as the group honors Tim Robertson, a well-known figure in the Apple podcasting community. Panelists share their memories and impact stories, setting a heartfelt tone for the episode.
The conversation soon pivots to Apple’s Vision Pro, beginning with legal headlines surrounding a former employee accused of leaking trade secrets to Snap. This segues into a discussion about a new app designed to explore Haven One, a future space station. The panel describes their mixed experiences with the immersive app, including moments of awe and literal dizziness.
Dave and guests then focus on the Bezel app, a tool that enables iPhone screen mirroring within the Vision Pro environment. From demo hiccups to moments of smooth integration, the team shares honest thoughts on its usefulness and limitations.
Attention turns to Apple’s beta software rollout for iOS and macOS. The panel weighs the quality of new features and what they hope to see as the betas progress. A jump in Mac shipments prompts discussion of Apple’s momentum in the hardware market, and speculation rises around rumors of a budget MacBook to rival Chromebooks.
The panel briefly covers a macOS malware warning before getting into Apple’s push into generative AI with Siri, and then celebrating Apple Music’s 10th anniversary. The show wraps with a preview of Macstock 9 and what attendees can look forward to.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple sues former Vision Pro employee for allegedly stealing 'thousands of documents' before joining Snap
Fly around Vast's Haven-1 space station using the Apple Vision Pro
Vast Haven-1 VR on the App Store
Dave discovered that you can share your iPhone on the Vision Pro using Bezel app,
Bezel app - Show your iPhone inside Apple Vision Pro
r/VisionPro on Reddit: Bezel app - Show your iPhone inside Apple Vision Pro
Show your iPhone inside Apple Vision Pro
iPhone mirroring for Vision Pro - Bezel
Bezel: Spatial Phone Mirroring Bezel: Spatial Phone Mirroring on the App Store
Bezel • Mirror any iPhone on your Mac
Beta this week. iOS 26 Beta 2 continues.
Apple Releases Second iOS 18.6 Public Beta
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple's Mac Shipments Are Soaring, Here's Why
High-tech Mac malware hides itself in fake Zoom update
Thoughts on a Possible Low-End MacBook Powered by the A18 Pro
Apple reportedly considers letting Anthropic and OpenAI power Siri
Apple Weighs Replacing Siri’s AI, LLMs With Anthropic Claude or OpenAI ChatGPT - Bloomberg
From last week: iOS 26 Brings New Functionality to HomePod We need Jeff’s insights.
CarPlay
Jill talks to ChatGPT in her car with CarPlay
CarPlay is getting its biggest update in years, here’s what’s coming in iOS 26
News
Apple’s Satellite Messaging Saves Colorado Mountain Climber’s Life
'F1' is Apple's biggest hit with $55M+ opening weekend
Wanna see your all-time most-played songs on Apple Music? Here’s how
Announcements
Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. We have an exclusive coupon code use INTOUCH50 at checkout and save $50..Click here to Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo I hope to see you there!
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
About our Guest
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT. A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.
Guy Serle is the host of the MyMac Podcast and the (hopefully) reconstituted Guy’s Daily Drive…which isn’t daily, but is done by driving so half accurate. email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. We dive into Vision Pro’s new 3D collaboration tools and its surprising potential in medical diagnostics. They explore updates in iOS 26 and macOS “Tahoe,” reflect on Apple’s shift away from older devices, and introduce the Setapp app subscription service. The episode also covers CarPlay Ultra’s mixed reception, T-Mobile home internet, and Dave’s adventure with a squirrel chewing AT&T fiber cable, and wraps with a Macstock 9 preview use INTOUCH50 at checkout to save $50 on the 3 day pass.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In this episode of In Touch With iOS, host David Ginsburg gathers Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle, and Eric Bolden to explore Apple’s recent announcements and beta releases. The show opens with a detailed look at VisionOS 26 and the expanding role of the Vision Pro in both collaborative design and enterprise applications. A standout segment covers a new 3D workspace app called Analog Two, which enables immersive teamwork and spatial project management.
The panel goes deeper, discussing Vision Pro’s potential in medicine — including its application in improving colonoscopy procedures. With commentary from each guest, they explore how spatial computing could transform diagnostic and healthcare tools.
Shifting to iOS 26, the discussion critiques Apple’s recent features such as HomePod crossfade, noting a perceived lack of excitement. Chuck, Marty, and Guy also reflect on the ongoing transition away from Intel Macs and the support drop-off for older iPhones, prompting a nostalgic conversation on Apple’s hardware evolution.
Later, the Dave introduces Setapp — a software subscription platform that bundles a wide range of apps for Mac and iOS — and evaluates its value for productivity and power users. Dave shares his experience with T-Mobile’s home internet service, and a squirrel chewing on AT&T fiber cable knocking out his internet, while the group discusses the branding and industry reception of CarPlay Ultra.
The episode wraps up with a preview of Macstock 9 and a celebration of two decades of podcasting, reinforcing the show’s deep roots in the Apple community.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Beta Developer 2 for VisionOS 26
Apple releases developer beta 2 for visionOS 26
Apple releases developer beta 2 for visionOS 26 New Magnifier
Spatial Releases Analogue 2 Collaborative 3D Immersive Experience Design Platform Built Natively for Apple Vision Pro
Spatial Inc.
VisionOS 26 proves Apple isn’t treating the Vision Pro like a hobby
Apple Vision Pro will help get to the bottom of colonoscopy cancer detection
Samsung's Headset to Offer Better Displays Than Apple Vision Pro
Beta this week. iOS 26 Developer Beta 2 was released this week.
Everything New in iOS 26 Beta 2 - MacRumors
iOS & iPadOS 26 Beta 2 Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation
More discovered items in iOS 26 Beta
iOS 26 Brings New Functionality to HomePod
Apple Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Taking Podcasts Mainstream With iPod and iTunes - MacRumors
In Touch With Mac this week
Here's Everything New in macOS Tahoe Beta 2
In Touch With SetApp
KeyCue — download on Setapp | Quick access to shortcuts and commands
Proxyman on Setapp | HTTP proxy debugger
OpenIn on Setapp | Open files and links faster
We discuss how SetApp works
Sign up for Setapp https://go.setapp.com/invite/hsr2uvtn
T-Mobile ‘home Internet review and a Squirrel hits Dave AT&T fiber Internet…Again
News
Apple Pulls 'Convince Your Parents to Get You a Mac' Ad From YouTube
Marty mentioned this video Privacy on iPhone | Flock | Apple
iPhone 4 and FaceTime Launched 15 Years Ago Today
Audi, Mercedes, and other car–makers reject CarPlay Ultra despite Apple claims
Announcements
Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. We have an exclusive coupon code use INTOUCH50 at checkout and save $50..Click here to Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo I hope to see you there!
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is the host of the MyMac Podcast and the (hopefully) reconstituted Guy’s Daily Drive…which isn’t daily, but is done by driving so half accurate. email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley. Episode 364 dives into the latest post-WWDC 2025 announcements from Apple. The panel explores updates to VisionOS, iOS 26, macOS 26 (“Tahoe”), iPad multitasking, CarPlay improvements, and Apple Watch accessibility. With new UI designs, spatial widget integration, AI feature rollouts, and hardware enhancement.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In this episode of In Touch With iOS, host David Ginsburg is joined by Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Chuck Joiner, and Eric Bolden to unpack Apple’s post-WWDC 2025 news. The conversation starts with Vision Pro and VisionOS beta capabilities, including spatial widgets and immersive media viewing in a VR environment. Marty details how he’s placing widgets in his virtual space, while Eric highlights improvements in gaze-based navigation.
The discussion moves to iOS 26 and its public beta (18.6), spotlighting updates focused on battery life and Apple’s AI features — particularly how regulatory hurdles are shaping rollouts in international markets like China.
macOS 26, codenamed “Tahoe,” gets praise for its sleek new “liquid glass” UI and personalization upgrades, including a theming engine that enhances accessibility. The team reflects on UI changes and how they affect daily workflows.
Chuck shares insights from Apple leadership on multitasking in iPadOS, while Jill recounts using her iPad in the wild to stay productive. The group continues by reviewing Apple Watch’s new accessibility tools and watch faces, before diving into improved Reminders functionality and syncing.
Also on the docket: Meta’s adoption of Passkeys, a new Google ad taking aim at iOS features, Adobe’s Firefly AI toolset, Apple’s Back to School promotion, and new Logitech gear built for Vision Pro. The episode wraps with a preview of Macstock 2024 and closing thoughts from the panel.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Marty tested some of the new features on VisionOS 26 beta, Widget App finding it. Fsntasical was tried
F1 trailer was watched
Scrolling windows with eyes.
Beta this week. iOS 26 Beta 1 continues.
Apple Seeds Revised iOS 26 Developer Beta to Fix Battery Issue
Apple Releases iOS 18.6 Public Beta
In Touch With Mac this week
Get a First Look at macOS Tahoe's Design and Spotlight Changes
macOS Tahoe's New Theming System Explained
Craig Federighi Explains Why Apple Won't Merge iPad and Mac: 'We Don't Want to Build Sporks'
Post WWDC 25 Finds
Safari Changes on iOS 26 Go Beyond the Address Bar - MacRumors
Apple Offers Safari Design Choices in iOS 26, Learning from Past Criticism
CarPlay on iOS 26: Here's Everything New
Get Pumped: The 8 Coolest Features Coming to Your Apple Watch in watchOS 26
tvOS 26 Introduces Automatic Sign-In Feature for Apple TV Apps
These tvOS 26 Features Are Only Available on Newer Apple TV Models
Here’s everything new coming to Reminders in iOS 26
News
Facebook Now Supports Passkeys for Passwordless Login on iPhone and iPad
Apple Begins Selling Wide Range of Accessories in Fun Summer Colors
Apple Hit With Class Action Lawsuit Over iCloud Backups
Google Says iOS 26 Copies Three Android Features
Adobe Firefly App Launches on iOS and Android
Apple's 2025 Back to School Sale Now Live, Offering Free Accessories With Purchases
Logitech Announces Two New Accessories for WWDC
Apple Says iPhone XS is Now Vintage
YouTube fixes crashing issue on mobile apps, tells iOS users to reinstall
Announcements
Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. We have an exclusive coupon code use INTOUCH50 at checkout and save $50..Click here to Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo I hope to see you there!
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
About our Guest
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT. A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, We break down WWDC 2025 highlights across VisionOS, iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. The team dives into Vision Pro’s spatial widgets, iOS 26’s revamped lock screen and call features, iPadOS 26’s new multitasking, and Apple Intelligence’s privacy-focused AI. They also explore the growing convergence between iPad and Mac and wrap with a shoutout to Macstock 9.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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In Episode 363 of In Touch With iOS, host David Ginsburg is joined by an all-star panel — Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle, and Eric Bolden — for an in-depth breakdown of Apple’s WWDC 2025 keynote. With major announcements across iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and VisionOS, the group dives into what these updates mean for users, developers, and Apple’s broader ecosystem strategy.
The episode opens with panel introductions before jumping straight into VisionOS 26, where the team highlights Apple’s focus on spatial computing. Features like interactive 3D widgets, refined Personas, and improved collaboration tools on Vision Pro generate both excitement and critical commentary. Marty and Eric share real-world experiences with spatial widgets, emphasizing their value in immersive environments. The panel acknowledges Apple’s ambitious direction for Vision Pro as it evolves from a tech demo to a productivity and creative powerhouse.
Next, the conversation moves into iOS 26, spotlighting the redesigned lock screen with dynamic wallpapers and a streamlined interface for messages and phone calls. Jeff praises the new call screening and RCS group chat support, both of which significantly improve communication experiences. Updates to the Camera app and accessibility tools also reinforce Apple’s commitment to a more inclusive user experience.
iPadOS 26 draws praise for finally bridging the productivity gap with macOS. The introduction of a new windowing system allows for desktop-like multitasking, and panelists are enthusiastic about the debut of the Preview app on iPad. The improved Files app and richer audio input options are celebrated as productivity boosters, making the iPad an even stronger contender as a primary computing device.
Turning to macOS 15, the conversation continues around convergence — with iPad and Mac experiences growing closer than ever. Chuck and David discuss how feature parity is leading to more seamless transitions between devices, particularly for multitasking and app continuity.
The panel also briefly touches on watchOS 11 and tvOS 18, noting updates in health, fitness, and media experience. While these updates were more iterative, they reflect Apple’s steady enhancement of its peripheral platforms.
One of the standout segments is a look at Apple Intelligence, Apple’s new generative AI initiative. The group discusses how Apple’s privacy-first approach to AI, combined with on-device and cloud-assisted processing, could change the way users interact with Siri, productivity apps, and automation. The discussion also covers how this impacts developers and third-party integrations moving forward.
In the final stretch, the team speculates on the future of the iPad and Mac. Will they fully converge or continue to serve distinct roles? With the iPad gaining more macOS features and the Mac embracing touch-like elements, the lines continue to blur.
The episode closes with a few announcements and community highlights, including a plug for Macstock 2024 — inviting listeners to connect in person and keep the Apple discussion going.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
VisionOS 26
- Spatial widgets and realistic 3D spatial scenes from photos.
- More natural, detailed personas for video calls.
- Shared Vision Pro experiences for local and remote collaboration.
- Enterprise features for shared device use and protected content.
- New spatial accessories (Logitech Muse, PlayStation VR2 controllers).
- Adobe Premiere spatial video editing and native 180/360 video playback.
- New immersive Jupiter environment.
- visionOS 26: The MacStories Overview
iOS 26
- Revamped lock screen with dynamic wallpapers and 3D spatial scenes.
- Redesigned Camera app with easier mode switching and visible settings.
- Improved Photos app with tabs and spatial photo views.
- Safari with floating, shrinking tab bar and edge-to-edge browsing.
- Enhanced Phone app with unified layout, call screening, and Hold Assist.
- Messages add group chat polls, personalized backgrounds, Apple Cash in chats, typing indicators, and spam filtering.
- https://www.macworld.com/article/2575705/ios-26-features-release-date-beta.html
🎨 Liquid Glass Design
CarPlay now features the “Liquid Glass” design language, offering a sleek, translucent interface that adapts between light and dark modes. This visual overhaul aims to provide a more cohesive and modern user experience across all Apple devices.
🧩 Widgets and Live Activities
The update introduces support for widgets and Live Activities, allowing users to access real-time information such as sports scores and delivery statuses directly from the CarPlay interface. These features are designed to keep drivers informed without causing distractions.
💬 Enhanced Messaging Features
CarPlay now supports Tapbacks and pinned conversations in Messages, enabling quick emoji responses and easy access to important chats while driving. This enhancement aims to improve communication convenience and safety on the road.
📞 Improved Call Management
Incoming calls in CarPlay now appear in a compact view, allowing users to see who’s calling without missing essential information like navigation directions. This change helps minimize distractions and maintain focus on driving.
🚘 CarPlay Ultra
The new CarPlay Ultra experience offers deeper integration with vehicle systems, providing control over functions such as climate settings and seat adjustments. This feature is currently available in select Aston Martin models and is expected to expand to other brands in the future.
iPadOS 26
- Major new windowing system with multi-window tiling and menu bar.
- Files app upgraded with customizable folders and Preview PDF app.
- Enhanced audio input control and voice isolation.
- Background tasks allow long exports while multitasking.
- Focus on boosting multitasking and file workflows on all iPads.
- iPadOS 26 brings a new design and Mac-like multitasking at long last | Macworld
- iPadOS 26 superguide: WiPadOS 26 brings a new design and Mac-like multitasking at long last | Macworldhat you need to know about the new iPad update
- Apple Explains Why iPad Multitasking Took So Long to Arrive - MacRumors
watchOS 26
- Liquid Glass design refresh.
- Workout Buddy AI coach for personalized fitness encouragement.
- Smarter Smart Stack with context-based suggestions.
- New wrist flick gestures to manage notifications.
- Messages support live translation and enhanced intelligent actions.
- Notes app arrives on Apple Watch.
- https://www.macworld.com/article/2808081/watchos-26-release-date-latest-version-features-compatibility.html
macOS Tahoe
- Stunning new Liquid Glass design with transparent menu bar.
- Improved continuity: live activities and phone app on Mac.
- Spotlight enhanced with system/app actions and quick keys.
- Powerful Shortcuts integrated with Apple Intelligence.
- Gaming upgrades with Metal 4 and Game Overlay.
Apple Intelligence & AI
- Expanded on-device AI with Foundation Models Framework for developers to build fast, private, offline intelligence.
- Live Translation in Messages, FaceTime, and Phone calls, fully on-device.
- Visual Intelligence lets users search and take actions directly from iPhone screen content.
- Workout Buddy on Apple Watch offers personalized AI coaching with dynamic voice feedback.
Design & UI
- Introduction of a new universal design language called Liquid Glass across all platforms.
- Translucent, dynamic UI elements that adapt to content and environment, blending hardware and software beautifully.
- Harmonized look and feel from iPhone to Mac to Vision Pro.
Other Key Updates
- CarPlay Ultra: Customizable driver screens, vehicle controls integration.
- Apple Music: Lyrics translation, DJ-like Auto Mix, and Music Pins.
- Maps: Preferred route learning and visited places tracking with privacy.
- Wallet: Digital ID with passport support, enhanced order tracking, Apple Pay improvements.
- Games app: Unified gaming destination with social and challenge features across platforms.
News
Apple Explains Why iPad Multitasking Took So Long to Arrive
iPadOS 26 Multitasking Update Gets Rid of Split View and Slide Over
Shout out to Scallion for buying me a coffee glad you enjoy the show
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Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. We have an exclusive coupon code use INTOUCH50 at checkout and save $50..Click here to Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo I hope to see you there!
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
About our Guests
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle is the host of the MyMac Podcast and the (hopefully) reconstituted Guy’s Daily Drive…which isn’t daily, but is done by driving so half accurate. email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677
In the latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, we dive into Apple’s latest transparency report, highlighting strong privacy protections for Vision Pro users. They discuss cleaning tips for the device, a powerful D-Day immersive app, and upcoming WWDC 2025 expectations—especially the rumored iOS 26 redesign, AI integrations, and a potential homeOS.
Apple TV’s ad-free, privacy-respecting experience, critiques smart home frustrations, and weighs in on Instagram finally coming to iPad. Other topics include Apple’s expanded iPad repair program, ChatGPT’s new enterprise tools, and Apple’s bid for more MLB streaming rights.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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A deep dive into Apple's Vision Pro Transparency Report, discussing privacy implications and data protection measures.
A discussion on the D-Day Immersive Documentary Experience on Vision Pro, highlighting the storytelling potential of immersive technology.
WWDC 2025 Predictions, speculating on iOS 26, macOS Tahoe, Apple TV enhancements, and potential new features.
The ongoing debate around Apple TV's superior privacy protections compared to Roku and Fire TV.
ChatGPT’s latest integrations, including meeting recordings and cloud drive access.
Updates on Apple Arcade’s newest games and Apple TV's expanding Major League Baseball coverage.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
🔐 Main Topic: Apple’s Latest Transparency Report & What It Means for Vision Pro Users
Apple has released its Transparency Report covering government and private party data requests from January to June 2024. In this episode, we explore how this impacts you—especially if you use Apple Vision Pro.
🗂️ Key Highlights:
• No Geofence Data Shared: Apple confirms it cannot provide geofence data to authorities—great news for Vision Pro users concerned about location privacy.
• Emergency Requests Scrutinized: Apple only releases user info during emergencies involving imminent harm, after legal review.
• Push Notification Data Rarely Shared: Only 28% of push token requests from U.S. authorities resulted in Apple sharing user info.
• Content Access Requires a Warrant: Law enforcement must obtain a valid search warrant (U.S.) or MLAT request (international) for Apple to share content like iCloud backups or spatial media.
• Data Minimization in Action: Vision Pro users benefit from Apple’s stance on limiting stored data and rejecting overly broad or invalid requests.
🎧 Why It Matters:
If you’re using Vision Pro apps for productivity, entertainment, or immersive experiences, understanding Apple’s legal boundaries reinforces your trust in their privacy-first design. Your spatial data, app interactions, and location are not easily accessible—even under legal pressure.
Update on my lenses : r/VisionPro
r/VisionPro on Reddit: Just released this Vision Pro interactive documentary. It tells the story of a D-Day combat cameraman—for the anniversary. Would love to hear your thoughts! It's available on the App Store.
WWDC 2025: The Talk Show livestream returning to Theater for Vision Pro, early bird tickets for 3D video available now
WWDC Immersive & Interactive Livestream : r/VisionPro
Daring Fireball: 9to5Mac on The Talk Show Livestream Returning to Theater for VisionOS
Beta this week.
What to Expect From iOS 18.6 as One of the Final Updates Before iOS 26
In Touch With Mac this week
This next big macOS update will reportedly take a trip to Tahoe
Other Topics
Why Apple TV Beats Roku and Fire TV for Privacy Protection
There's good news and bad news for iPad repairs following Apple's announcement
Apple names the best designed apps of 2025 - did your favorite make the list?
Apple Design Awards - 2025 winners and finalists
WWDC 25 expectations (Reference Only)
iOS 26: All the new iPhone features we’re expecting next week - 9to5Mac
WWDC 2025: New Features We Could See in watchOS 26
Will Apple Preview Its Rumored 'HomePad' at WWDC Next Week?
iOS 26 to Upgrade CarPlay in Two Ways
Will iOS 26 Be Compatible With Your iPhone? Here's the Rumored List
iOS 26 May Bring Full-Screen Animated Lock Screen Album Artwork
Apple Notes Expected to Gain Support for Exporting in Markdown in iOS 26
iOS 26: All the New Features We Expect
iOS 26 Messages App Rumored to Get Polls and Automatic Translate Feature
tvOS 26: Three new features coming to Apple TV 4K this year
Apple’s new ‘homeOS’ might debut next week at WWDC
News
Instagram for iPad is reportedly coming; here’s when to expect it
Apple TV emerging as leading candidate among streamers to land more MLB rights
Apple and Major League Baseball announce July “Friday Night Baseball” schedule
ChatGPT for Mac can record meetings and access cloud files
ChatGPT Now Integrates with Dropbox, Google Drive for Business
Apple Arcade welcomes nine new games
Announcements
Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. We have an exclusive coupon code use INTOUCH50 at checkout and save $50..Click here to Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo I hope to see you there!
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Mike Potter, Chuck Joiner, Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, discusses Apple’s Vision Pro headset and the upcoming AI smart glasses expected next year. They highlight an interactive Vision Pro app called D-Day: The Camera Soldier that combines immersive tech with history. The episode covers Apple’s shift to a year-based OS naming system, updates to Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro, the new Sky AI helper for Mac, and improvements in CarPlay navigation.
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In this episode, the panel dives into the latest from Apple, focusing heavily on the Vision Pro and the upcoming AI smart glasses expected next year. They discuss the expected features, pricing, and how Apple is positioning these devices in the market while learning from competitors.
They explore a fascinating new Vision Pro app called "D-Day: The Camera Soldier," an interactive documentary blending history with spatial technology, highlighting how immersive storytelling can educate in novel ways.
The show also covers changes in Apple's operating system naming conventions, switching from version numbers to a year-based system starting with iOS 26, discussing the potential benefits and challenges of this change.
Updates to creative tools like Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro are reviewed, emphasizing usability and creative enhancement. They also discuss the Sky AI helper tool for Mac and the implications of AI integration in user workflows, including privacy concerns.
Additional topics include enhancements in CarPlay navigation, Apple's new self-service repair program for iPads and other devices, signaling Apple's push towards user autonomy.
Finally, the panel announces Macstock 9, a community-focused Apple event featuring workshops, sessions, and social events, underscoring the value of community among Apple enthusiasts.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Report: Apple aiming to release AI smart glasses next year
D-DAY The camera soldier
D-Day: The Camera Soldier on the App Store 20-minute experience D-Day: The Camera Soldier
Bono Movie releases tomorrow.
Beta this week.
No iOS 19: Apple Going Straight to iOS 26
With iOS 18 Jumping to iOS 26, Will Apple Renumber iPhones Too?
In Touch With Mac this week
Shortcuts Creators Debut Sky, an AI Helper That Understands Everything on Your Mac's Screen
This Tiny MacintoThis Tiny Macintosh Replica Actually Works - MacRumorssh Replica Actually Works
Apple Updates Logic Pro for Mac and iPad With Several New Features
Final Cut Pro 11.1.1 and Compressor 4.10.1
macOS 26 Rumored to Drop Support for These Five Macs - MacRumors
Other Topics, Tips, and Apps
7 Google Maps tips to use with Android Auto and CarPlay | Popular Science
Cool app to catalog all Apple Watch bands. iPhone App for Keeping Track of More Than 800 Apple Watch Bands Receives Major Update
In Touch with AI
Being Polite to ChatGPT is Pointless New Research Shows
Today in Apple history: First-gen iPad rolls out around the world
News
Apple's Invites App Gains New Link Feature for Trip Planning, Potlucks and More - MacRumors
Apple Launches Self Service Repair for iPad and Apple Announces Expanded Access to iPhone and iPad Repair Parts
Apple Card Savings Account's Interest Rate Lowered Again
Apple Card Savings Account vs. Competitors: Which Can Earn You More?
Apple TV+ sets premiere date for ‘The Morning Show’ Season 4
T-Life app has screen recording on by default, T-Mobile says not a privacy risk
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Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. We have an exclusive coupon code use INTOUCH50 at checkout and save $50..Click here to Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo I hope to see you there!
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT. A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Eric Bolden, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, and Jeff Gamet. This week we dive into Apple and Google news, from hilarious Vision Pro price guesses to WWDC 3.0 wishlist items and Google’s AI updates. Plus tips on using your iPhone as a Mac mic, vintage iPhone status, and some great gadget deals.
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In this episode, we cover a mix of fascinating Apple and Google news and updates. We start by sharing how ‘The Price is Right’ contestants wildly underestimated the cost of Apple’s Vision Pro, highlighting just how surprising the headset’s price point is. Next, we explore the WWDC 2025 VisionOS 3 wishlist, imagining what features Apple might add to improve the user experience.
We also discuss the latest status on iOS 18.5, which has no new beta this week but still holds some small refinements. Moving to Mac, we cover handy tips like taking full control of macOS notifications and how to use your iPhone as a microphone for your Mac.
On the Google front, we recap their exciting I/O announcements including the Gemini app’s new Live View feature and Google Translate becoming the default translation app on iOS devices. Plus, we spotlight a great deal on a wireless CarPlay adapter available at Walmart.
Rounding out the episode, we hit the news with Mozilla shutting down Pocket, Fortnite topping App Store charts, iPhone 7 Plus and 8 becoming vintage, and some fresh Apple TV+ series and movie news.
Episode Highlights * This week in In Touch With Vision Pro: Discussion on how ‘The Price is Right’ contestants wildly underestimated the cost of Apple’s Vision Pro headset by thousands of dollars. Plus a spotlight on the Mirror Vision App enhancing the Vision Pro experience. * WWDC 25 VisionOS 3 Wishlist What features we hope Apple adds next for Vision Pro in the upcoming VisionOS 3 update. * Updates on iOS 18.5: no new beta release this week, but still worth watching for minor refinements. * In In Touch With Mac this week: + How to take full control of notifications on macOS (Lifehacker) + Using your iPhone as a microphone for your Mac (MacRumors)
- Google I/O Announcements Recap: A rundown of everything interesting Google announced, including:
- Gemini app for iOS now with Live View real-time visual help
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Google Translate is now the default translation app on iPhone and iPad
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Deals and Gadgets: Walmart’s wireless CarPlay adapter selling for $33 (originally $80), praised by shoppers for flawless performance.
News Roundup * Mozilla announces shutdown of Pocket to refocus on Firefox (9to5Mac) * Fortnite tops App Store charts again (MacRumors) * iPhone 7 Plus and iPhone 8 now officially vintage (MacRumors) * Apple TV+ announces a new five-part documentary film portrait “Mr. Scorsese” * New Apple TV+ series from celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay announced * Apple’s big summer movie expanding to more IMAX theaters due to overwhelming popularity
Links Mentioned in This Episode 'The Price is Right' contestants were off by thousands when guessing the cost of Apple's Vision Pro
Mirror Vision App
WWDC 25 visionOS 3 wishlist: what we'd like to see next for Apple Vision Pro
How to Take Full Control of Notifications on macOS | Lifehacker
Use Your iPhone as a Microphone for Your Mac - MacRumors
Everything Interesting Google Announced at I/O Today - MacRumors
Gemini App for iOS Gets Live View Feature for Real-Time Visual Help - MacRumors
Google Translate Now Available as Default Translation App on iPhone and iPad
Walmart is selling a 'convenient' $80 wireless CarPlay adapter for $33, and shoppers say it 'works flawlessly'
News
Mozilla announces shutdown of Pocket as it refocuses on Firefox
Fortnite Takes Top Spot on App Store Charts
iPhone 7 Plus and iPhone 8 Now Considered Vintage
Apple TV+ announces the five-part documentary film portrait 'Mr. Scorsese'
Apple TV+ Announces New Series From Celebrity Chef Gordon Ramsay
Apple's Big Summer Movie Expanding to More IMAX Theaters Due to 'Overwhelming Popularity
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Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. We have an exclusive coupon code use INTOUCH50 at checkout and save $50..Click here to Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo I hope to see you there!
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest ,Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. In this episode, we discuss the public release of iOS 18.5, Pride Harmony wallpaper, and the latest from Apple Vision Pro with visionOS 2.5. The panel debates early user feedback, watchOS 11.5 features, CarPlay Ultra, upcoming accessibility improvements, and Apple Maps’ integration with Michelin. Plus, we preview the MacStock Conference and share tips for maximizing your Apple experience.
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Topics Covered Welcome & Introductions
A full panel gathers to discuss the latest in Apple news and experiences.
iOS 18.5 Updates
- Recap of the public release
- Highlighted features: Pride Harmony wallpaper, update convenience, seamless install experience
Apple Vision Pro & visionOS 2.5
- Immersive capabilities and the updated Apple TV app
- Early impressions of visionOS 2.5
- Anticipated features in visionOS 3 (including eye-tracking/scrolling)
- Mixed feedback from early adopters (including reference to Wall Street Journal article)
- Panel’s thoughts on the learning curve and optimism for future updates
watchOS 11.5 and tvOS Updates
- New Pride watch face
- Battery life improvements
- Impact for users with older devices
CarPlay Ultra
- First look at features coming to luxury vehicles like Aston Martin
- Speculation on the broader impact
Accessibility Announcements
- Preview of iOS 19 accessibility features
- Apple’s push for Global Accessibility Awareness Day
- How these features support diverse user needs
Apple Maps and Michelin Insights
- Integration of Michelin information
- How this could change navigation and trip planning for Apple users
Other Highlights
- Nutrition labels and barcode scanner enhancements
- HBO Max rebranding
- Pride Edition Apple Watch band
- Tips for getting the most out of Apple’s ecosystem
Community & Events
- MacStock Conference Announcement:
- Countdown to the event, theme is “Share”
- Preview of speaker lineup including familiar names (Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Kelly Guimont, Brittany Smith)
- Emphasis on community, networking, and learning
Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases visionOS 2.5 With Vision Tab for Apple TV App
visionOS 3 Will Let Apple Vision Pro Users Scroll With Their Eyes
Apple announces new Vision Pro accessibility updates
WSJ hack job article on AVP - from Marty They Paid $3,500 for Apple’s Vision Pro. A Year Later, It Still Hurts.
Beta this week. iOS 18.5 was released to the public this week.
Apple Releases iOS 18.5 With New Wallpaper, Screen Time Changes, Carrier Satellite Support for iPhone 13 and More
Apple Releases watchOS 11.5 With New Pride Watch Face
Apple Releases tvOS 18.5
About Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD software updates
tvOS 18.5 Adds Synchronized Dolby Atmos Playback for AirPlay and Bluetooth Speakers
Apple's C1 Modem Gets First Security Update in iOS 18.5
Apple unveils powerful accessibility features coming later this year Yuka app
Yuka - Food & Cosmetic Scanner on the App Store
Apple Highlights Magnifier on Mac and iPhone Music Haptics in New Videos
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases macOS Sequoia 15.5
Safari Web Push Update in macOS 15.5 Will Save You Battery
CarPlay Ultra Announced
CarPlay Ultra, the next generation of CarPlay, begins rolling out today
Apple's 'CarPlay Ultra' Experience Now Available
Apple Says These Vehicle Brands Plan to Offer All-New CarPlay Ultra
Apple Says These Vehicle Brands Plan to Offer All-New CarPlay Ultra
CarPlay Ultra Max
Apple Music Gets New Transfer Tool to Make Switching From Spotify Easier
Apple Card has three features that make it a go-to favorite for me
News
More Than 1 Billion RCS Messages Are Sent Daily on Android and iOS
Apple and Universal Music Announce 'Sound Therapy'
Max is Going to Be HBO Max Again
Apple Maps Now Features Insights From 'Expert Sources' Like Michelin Guide
New Pride Edition Band for Apple Watch Now Available at Apple Stores
Announcements
Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. We have an exclusive coupon code use INTOUCH50 at checkout and save $50..Click here to Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo I hope to see you there!
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. In this episode, we explore Apple’s latest ecosystem updates, including Vision Pro 2.5, iOS 18.5 features, Apple’s AI initiatives, new Apple Arcade games, Apple Music’s viral playlist, and more—plus insights on the upcoming MacStock event.
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In this packed episode of In Touch with iOS, David Ginsburg is joined by Eric Bolden, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, and Jeff Gamet to cover the latest in Apple news and trends. The panel kicks things off with a deep dive into the Vision Pro 2.5 release candidate, highlighting a redesigned Apple TV app with a new immersive video tab that consolidates 3D and VR content for easier access.
Next, we explore iOS 18.5’s newest updates, including Pride-themed wallpapers and enhancements benefiting even older iPhone models like the iPhone 13. The conversation shifts to Apple’s AI strategy with Apple Intelligence, critiquing its focus on current features while discussing the broader future of AI, ChatGPT, and productivity tools in the Apple ecosystem.
The team also reviews exciting new Apple Arcade titles—like the quirky “What the Car?”—that leverage Vision Pro’s immersive experiences. Additional discussions cover Apple Card’s evolving cash-back offers, the nostalgic integration of Shazam with Apple Music’s viral playlists, and reflections on Skype’s shutdown as an era of internet communication comes to a close.
Wrapping up, the panel shares insights about the upcoming MacStock conference, inviting listeners to join in the community of Apple enthusiasts for more learning and networking opportunities.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 2.5 Release Candidate Announced
Apple Arcade adds five new games in June, including UNO: Arcade Edition
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds iOS 18.5 and iPadOS 18.5 Release Candidates
IOS 18.5 Update Refines IPhone And IPad Experience With Practical Enhancements
Here Are Apple's Full iOS 18.5 Release Notes
iOS 18.5 Brings Support for Carrier Satellite Connectivity to iPhone 13
iOS 18.5 Includes a Useful Change to Screen Time
iOS 18.5 will make carrier satellite service like T-Mobile Starlink work on older iPhones
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Seeds macOS Sequoia 15.5 Release Candidate
Future Magic Mouse Could Bring Vision Pro-Style Air Gestures To Macs - AppleMagazine
Apple Intelligence
Available Apple Intelligence Features Highlighted in New Ad - MacRumors
Tim Cook addresses Apple's delay of personalized Siri features
additional time to meet Apple’s high-quality standards but assured that progress is being made.
Apple Intelligence 2.0: Here’s what’s coming to your iPhone next - 9to5Mac
News
My OWC App for iOS – Manage OWC Gear with Ease
Kindle App Gets Biggest iOS Change in Over a Decade
Skype Shuts Down After 22 Years, Ending an Era of Internet Calling
Netflix Launching Redesigned TV Experience, AI Search, and Improved Recommendations
Google Gemini App Gets iPad Optimization
Apple Music launches new ‘Viral’ playlist fueled by Shazam activity - 9to5Mac
Apple TV+ Renews Seth Rogen’s ‘The Studio’ For Season Two Ahead Of Finale - AppleMagazine
Apple introduces the 2025 Pride Collection
PSA: Apple Card Daily Cash Back From T-Mobile Dropping to 2% in July
Apple Card Users Get a Free Six Month Uber One Trial
Announcements
Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. We have an exclusive coupon code use INTOUCH50 at checkout and save $50..Click here to Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo I hope to see you there!
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
In Touch With iOS Episode 357: Apple Watch Healing and New Beginnings Short Summary Dave is joined by Ben, Jeff, Marty, and Eric to discuss Apple’s latest financial results, Vision Pro updates, Apple Intelligence progress, and Apple’s legal fight with Epic Games. The team also shares powerful Apple Watch stories and previews the upcoming Macstock conference with a special discount code.
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Long Summary In Episode 357, Dave welcomes co-host Ben back to the show alongside guests Jeff, Marty, and Eric for an engaging discussion covering Apple’s ecosystem. They celebrate Ben’s return, then dive into Apple’s strong Q2 2025 earnings, driven by iPhone 16e sales and growth in services.
A major focus is Apple Intelligence and speculation about AI’s role in Apple’s products. The team explores Vision Pro updates, beta software releases, and the latest in the Apple vs. Epic Games legal battle.
A heartfelt segment features personal Apple Watch experiences:
- Marty shares how his Apple Watch detected an irregular heartbeat, prompting life-saving medical attention.
- Dave recounts how Apple replaced his scratched Apple Watch under AppleCare+, offering tips on getting hardware replaced through support.
Dave also gives a shout-out to the Naples Mac User Group (NMUG), where he recently presented on the iPhone 16e and Vision Pro.
The episode wraps with a preview of the Macstock Conference & Expo (July 11–13), a weekend filled with expert presentations, workshops, networking, and fun—including lunch, a Macstock 9 t-shirt, and a digital pass.
🔑 Special Offer: Use code INTOUCH50 at MacstockConferenceAndExpo.com for $50 off a weekend pass!
🔹 Referenced Links ✅ Apple announced Q2 2025 results
✅ Beware the tariffs! Inside Apple’s latest financial results
✅ In Touch With Vision Pro this week
✅ Apple releases beta 4 for visionOS 2.5
✅ visionOS 2.5 Beta 4 Release Notes
✅ New Apple TV+ trailer reveals first ever full-length ‘immersive’ film
✅ Apple Vision Pro immersive video puts you in the passenger seat of a record-breaking rally car hill climb
✅ Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of iOS 18.5 to Developers – MacRumors
✅ Apple releases beta 4 for visionOS 2.5, watchOS 11.5, and tvOS 18.5 – 9to5Mac
✅ Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of macOS Sequoia 15.5 – MacRumors
✅ Firefox Browser Gets Tab Groups
✅ Epic Games claims victory as Apple sanctioned for defying court order over App Store rules
✅ Here’s everything new Apple TV+ has coming in May
✅ Tim Cook ‘excited’ as construction begins on TSMC’s third US chip plant
✅ Apple Launches New ‘Snapshot’ Web Page: ‘Your Favorites, At a Glance’ – MacRumors
✅ ChatGPT Gains New Shopping Features With Visual Search and More
✅ Why Roku’s Ad Strategy Makes Apple TV 4K The Better Streaming Choice
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.com/
About our Guest
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
This week, Dave is joined by MartyJeff, and Ben for a fun and insightful roundtable covering a wide range of Apple topics and tech trends.
- Ice Cream Truck Antics: The episode kicks off with some unexpected Jeff's neighborhood ice cream truck noise—setting a lighthearted tone before diving deep into tech talk.
- Vision Pro Updates: The panel discusses the third beta release of VisionOS, highlighting some persistent user issues, particularly with AirPods Max unexpectedly rebooting while using the Vision Pro. There’s a lively debate around whether these problems stem from design flaws or user errors.
- Third-Party Game Engine Support: Apple’s recent announcement that Vision Pro will support third-party game engines sparks optimism for expanded developer opportunities, potentially leading to richer app experiences in the spatial computing world.
- Beta Releases: The crew shares hands-on impressions of iOS 18.5 Beta 3 and macOS updates. While there’s excitement about some refinements (like improvements to AppleCare info and minor enhancements in Contacts, Photos, and Mail), most agree these updates are more evolutionary than revolutionary.
- Mac Updates: The conversation shifts to the Mac lineup, including the modest growth in MacBook shipments amidst broader industry slowdown, and speculation about what future models could bring.
- Apple Watch 10th Anniversary: The group reflects on a decade of Apple Watch innovation—from its humble beginnings to its now-critical health monitoring features. Personal stories are shared about how the Watch has impacted daily routines, exercise, and even life-saving health alerts.
- Health Features Deep Dive: In a special segment, they explore Apple Watch health capabilities like heart monitoring, fall detection, ECG, and sleep tracking—highlighting its role as an essential health companion.
- Streaming Service Challenges: A spirited discussion about the increasingly complex streaming landscape follows, especially the changes to YouTube TV’s interface. The group debates the merits and frustrations of subscription models and interface design.
- Macstock 2025 Preview: Dave previews the upcoming Macstock event, sharing excitement about the lineup and the strong sense of community it fosters among Apple fans. Use the code INTOUCH50 and save $50 off the ticket price.
- Wrap-Up: The episode ends with closing thoughts on how Apple’s ecosystem continues to shape user experiences and community engagement.
📝 Topics Covered: * Fun Ice Cream Truck with Jeff * In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple releases beta 3 for visionOS 2.5, tvOS 18.5
visionOS 2.5 Beta 3 Release Notes
The AVP Fatal Design Flaw
Apple Working on visionOS Support for Godot Game Engine
- Vision Pro and VisionOS 3rd Beta Discussion
- Vision Pro Third-Party Game Engine Support
- iOS 18.5 and macOS Beta Updates
- MacBook Market Updates
- 10 Years of Apple Watch: Retrospective
- Apple Watch Health Features Impact
- Streaming Service UX Challenges (YouTube TV)
- Macstock 2023 Preview
- Final Thoughts on Apple’s Evolving Ecosystem
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Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple releases beta 3 for visionOS 2.5, tvOS 18.5
visionOS 2.5 Beta 3 Release Notes
The AVP Fatal Design Flaw
Apple Working on visionOS Support for Godot Game Engine
Beta this week. iOS 18.5 Beta 3 released this week.
iOS 18.5 beta 3 arrives, but we don't see any major new features
Apple Releases Third Betas Of TvOS 18.5, And WatchOS 11.5 To Developers
When Will iOS 18.5 Be Released?
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Seeds Third Beta of macOS Sequoia 15.5
The Apple Watch is 10 years old today!
Apple Watch arrived on buyers' wrists 10 years ago
Apple Watch saves lives: All the ways smartwatch cheats death
News
iPhone 16 Ad Highlights a Key Advantage Over Android Smartphones
Chipolo Launches Colorful New 'Pop' Trackers Compatible With Find My
MacBook Shipments Surge But Customer Demand Remains Unclear
Max Cracking Down on Password Sharing With New 'Extra Member' Feature
YouTube TV Getting Interface Update With Customizable Multiview
Announcements
Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. We have an exclusive coupon code use INTOUCH50 at checkout and save $50..Click here to Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo I hope to see you there!
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle longtime co-host of the MyMac Podcast along with Gazmaz. He also hosts Guy’s Daily Drive where he drives and records because how can THAT ever go wrong, and is also the creator and head muck-a-muick of Tales from the AI Verse which uses a mix of AI and human drama to create weird stories. You can find them all on YouTube under the username Vertshark and Guy’s Daily Drive and Tales from the AI Verse are both available as audio podcasts from most major services. Contact him through Twitex and Bluesky as Macparrot. Email is guy@mymac.com
🎙 In Touch with iOS – Episode 355
Guests: Jill McKinley, Eric Bolden, Marty Gentius
Host: Dave Ginsburg
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This week, Dave is joined by Jill, Eric, and Marty to break down the latest in the Apple universe. The crew kicks off with updates to Vision OS 2.4.1 and what it means for Vision Pro users, especially those experiencing CarPlay issues. They explore the practical use of the new Mirror Vision app, which streams your iPhone camera to Vision Pro like a virtual peephole.
They dive into the latest iOS updates—iOS 18.4.1 and the iOS 18.5 beta—emphasizing security, privacy, and Apple’s evolving AI strategy. The team reflects on Apple’s privacy-first approach compared to industry standards and what that might mean for the future of Apple Intelligence.
Other hot topics include:
- The debut of a new MacBook Air
- Amazon Music playback bugs
- Nostalgic nods to vintage Apple products
- Changes in Apple’s global market strategy
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Preview of the Macstock Conference and how to save on tickets with the “intouch50” promo code
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Apple’s AI privacy stance
- iPhone 16E and Apple’s market share surge
Links and Other Iopics
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases visionOS 2.4.1
Apple Seeds Second Betas of visionOS 2.5, tvOS 18.5, and watchOS 11.5
Mirror Vision allows you to use your iPhone's camera and stream its feed to your Apple Vision Pro.
Beta this week. iOS 18.5 Beta 2 was released this week and the hot iOS 18.4.1 update.
Apple Releases iOS 18.4.1 With Bug Fixes
Apple Releases Wireless CarPlay Fix
Update Now: iOS 18.4.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 Address Actively Exploited Vulnerabilities
Apple Releases tvOS 18.4.1
Apple Seeds Second Beta of iOS 18.5 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Betas of visionOS 2.5, tvOS 18.5, and watchOS 11.5
In Touch With Mac this week
Jill bought an M4 MacBook Air Sky Blue she gave her review.
Apple Releases macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 With Bug Fixes
Apple Seeds Second Beta of macOS Sequoia 15.5
Here's How Apple is Working to Improve Apple Intelligence
Worried About iPhone Privacy? Do This With Control Center
iPhone 16e Helps Apple Take Q1 Top Spot in Global Smartphone Market - MacRumors
Shout out to T-Mobile Customer service Dave’s experience his mothers line over from another account,
Open Your Favorite Messages Chat Right From Your iPhone Lock Screen
Android 15 Says Goodbye to 16GB Phones
News
Apple TV+ Comedy 'Mythic Quest' Canceled
An Apple Store in the UK is Permanently Closing Later This Year
Apple Says These Products Are Now Vintage
Beats Cables Now Available at Apple Stores
Announcements
Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. We have an exclusive coupon code use INTOUCH50 at checkout and save $50..Click here to Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo I hope to see you there!
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT. A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.
With Guy Serle, Holden DePardo, Marty Jencius Episode 354
Hosted by: Dave Ginsburg
Guests: Guy Serle, Holden DePardo, Marty Jencius
Published: April 2025
Website: intouchwithios.com
🔹 Episode Summary In this episode, the panel dives into a range of topics across Apple’s ecosystem, from the Vision Pro’s newest immersive content to iOS beta developments and Apple Watch features. The discussion explores both practical tech updates and entertaining anecdotes, giving Apple fans a full spectrum of insights.
🧠 Topics Covered * Vision Pro Updates Immersive content like VIP Yankee Stadium showcases the potential of AR in sports. The group shares experiences—some dizzying—with immersive viewing. Apple releases immersive documentary from Yankees-Dodgers games
Apple Releases New Immersive Video App for Mac and Vision Pro
- Immersive Videos & Apps New content like Ice Dive and the introduction of a Mac-based immersive video manager app are discussed, along with the relaxing (and quirky) Infinity Spatial meditation app.
The inside story on Apple's 'Ice Dive' immersive video for Vision Pro
- iOS Beta & App Updates
The hosts discuss iOS 18 betas, new text message effects, and their impact on device performance and battery life.
iOS 18.4 update draining your iPhone's battery? Try these 6 fixes
iOS 18.4.1 Update Coming Soon for iPhones
- iPhone Upgrade Program for Macs Apple’s new affordability program for Mac upgrades receives a positive reception and sparks debate about device longevity and access.
Apple CarPlay Not Working? - 13 Best Ways to Fix It
Did iOS 18.4 wreck CarPlay for you? Try these fixes to get back on trac
- What iPad do we recommend? We review the differences.
iPad 11 vs. iPad Air Buyer's Guide: 30+ Differences Compared
iPad Air vs. iPad Pro Buyer's Guide: 30 Differences Compared
- Apple CarPlay & Maps Troubleshooting recent quirks with CarPlay leads into a chat about the new web version of Apple Maps.
Apple Adds Maps on the Web Support to iPhone
- Emergency SOS Feature Real-world stories highlight the Apple Watch’s life-saving potential.
Apple Shares Emergency SOS Apple Watch Success Story
- Scam Warnings The team raises awareness of scams targeting Apple users, urging listeners to stay vigilant.
FBI Says Apple Users Need to be Aware of a New Fraud Scheme
- Podcasting Gear Upgrades A lighthearted segment on Dave’s upgrading podcast equipment.
Rodecaster Duo
Shure SM7B
Rode Wireless Pro Gen 3
- Other News
Apple is closing its Northbrook store & there won't be a replacement
- App Highlights Quick looks at Instagram on iPad, the Apple TV+ subscription offer, and DIY iPhone 16E repairs.
Instagram is Working on an iPad App
How to get Apple TV+ for less than $3 a month - even if you already subscribe
Apple Releases iPhone 16e Parts for Do-It-Yourself Repair
- Macstock 2025 Preview Dave previews this year’s MacStock and offers a discount code INTOUCH50 for early registration discount.
Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. We have an exclusive coupon code use INTOUCH50 at checkout and save $50..Click here to Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo I hope to see you there!
🔧 Picks of the Week While not listed formally, multiple apps and features discussed throughout the episode serve as unofficial picks, including:
- Infinity Spatial (meditation app)
Meditation Infinity ∞ Spatial App
- Immersive video player for Vision Pro/Mac
- iOS 18 text message effects
How to use the new text effects in Messages on iPhne with iOS 18
- Mac upgrade program
Get a MacBook with this affordable upgrade program
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Guy Serle is the host of the MyMac Podcast and the (hopefully) reconstituted Guy’s Daily Drive…which isn’t daily, but is done by driving so half accurate. email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677
Holden DePardo Contact him at feedbaclk@intouchwithios.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. We kick off the episode welcoming Eric, who brings humor and a red-tailed hawk toy. Eric discusses his IT experience with Apple products, photography, and insights on the Apple Vision Pro, including VisionOS 2.4’s performance improvements and Apple Intelligence. Marty desires more control over personal content in the Spatial Gallery app. We explore iOS 18.4 updates, including Mail, RCS, and Apple Intelligence. Marty praises ambient music in Apple Music, while Eric highlights improved photo search. We wrap up by discussing Macstock on July 11-13.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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We kick off the episode with a warm introduction to our new guest, Eric, who humorously brings along a red-tailed hawk stuffed toy to the mix. We quickly transition into discussing Eric’s extensive experience with Apple products. He shares his work in IT, focusing on Macs, as well as his passion for photography, leading us into our first major topic: the Apple Vision Pro. Eric reveals his experiences with the device’s recent updates and how they could enhance immersive content sharing.
The conversation turns to the latest updates regarding the Vision Pro, as we discuss the newly released Vision OS 2.4. I highlight the significant performance improvements and the debut of Apple Intelligence. Eric shares his thoughts on the Spatial Gallery app, appreciating its consistent high-resolution content, while Marty expresses his desire for more control over personal content within the app rather than being restricted to curated offerings.
As we move into the beta testing phase, I share details on iOS 18.4 and its features, including updates to the Mail app, RCS support in Messages, and enhancements in Apple Intelligence. We discuss the struggles related to email categorization and whether new features can enhance user experiences. Each guest contributes their opinions on the changing landscape of Apple's operating systems, insights on beta testing, and feature preferences.
Marty shares his excitement about the ambient music feature in Apple Music, which has proven to be beneficial for concentration while working. We lean into a deeper discussion surrounding this recent iOS update, considering how improved notification management can enhance the user experience. Eric reflects on the improved search capabilities within the Photos app and how it has significantly leveled up his photo management.
Transitioning to the topic of Apple’s potential future developments, we delve into the long-awaited non-invasive glucose monitoring for the Apple Watch. Past research and a multitude of hurdles facing this technology leave us wondering when and if it will ever become a reality. As we share our experiences with various health tracking devices, there’s a consensus on the anticipation of groundbreaking advancements in this field.
Toward the end of our episode, we chat about upcoming events such as MacStock on July 11-13, where all of us will be present, highlighting the campus community atmosphere and the opportunity for attendee engagement through workshops. We encourage listeners to join us for this event and share a special discount code for tickets.
Topics and Links
We have a first time guest this week we get to know Eric Bolden.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases visionOS 2.4 With Apple Intelligence, Spatial Gallery and New iPhone Integration
Apple Intelligence comes to Apple Vision Pro today with visionOS 2.4
Apple Seeds First Betas of visionOS 2.5, tvOS 18.5, and watchOS 11.5
https://developer.apple.com/documentation/visionos-release-notes/visionos-2_5-release-notes
Beta this week. iOS 18.4 and all other OS were released to the public. IOS 18.5 beta 1 was also released.
Apple Seeds First Beta of iOS 18.5 to Developers - MacRumors
iOS 18.5 makes it easier to get the old Apple Mail design back
Everything New in the iOS 18.5 Beta
Apple Releases iOS 18.4 With Priority Notifications, Ambient Music, New Emoji and More
iOS 18.4 lets you set default iPhone apps in these new categories
iOS 18.4 Features: Everything New in iOS 18.4
iOS 18.4’s Messages app adds RCS features for lots of new users
Apple Releases watchOS 11.4 With Sleep Alarm Update
watchOS 11.4 now available with three new features for Apple Watch [U: Back]
New Apple Invites 1.1 update now available on App Store
Apple Releases tvOS 18.4
iOS 18.4 Bug Seemingly Resurrects Previously Deleted iPhone Apps - MacRumors
Apple Updates iWork Apps With New iOS 18.4 and macOS 15.4 Features - MacRumors
Apple News+ Subscribers Can Now Access Apple News Food
iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS Sequoia 15.4 Address 50+ Vulnerabilities
Apple fixes WebKit zero-day exploited in ‘extremely sophisticated’ attacks
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases macOS Sequoia 15.4 With Mail Categorization and More
Save Time Resizing Images on Mac With a Quick Action - MacRumors
Apple Seeds First Beta of macOS Sequoia 15.5 - MacRumors
Apple Watch 'Many Years Away' From Non-Invasive Glucose Monitoring
Dave found this Etsy seller has some amazing Apple posters available. My favorite are the Apple hardware iPhone, IPad, iPhone, Mac, as well as others.You can print them poster size. KOFdesignArt - Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/KOFdesignArt?section_id=41966814
News
Visa and American Express Vying to Win Apple Card Deal in 'Fierce' Fight
Max rebrands again, and this time it finally succeeds
New Plex Mobile App With Streamlined Interface Rolling Out to Users - MacRumors
Announcements
Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. We have an exclusive coupon code use INTOUCH50 at checkout and save $50..Click here to Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo I hope to see you there!
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by guests,Jill McKinley, Guy Serle, and Marty Jencius. We discuss Apple’s Vision Pro updates, including UI improvements and Apple Intelligence features, debating its commercial viability. We review iOS 18.4 and macOS betas, enhanced DJ integration in Apple Music, and Marty’s experience with the iPhone 16e C1 modem. Lighter topics include Apple Car interest rates, T-Mobile’s MLB.tv offer, and Apple Music Classical updates. We wrap up by highlighting Apple TV+’s new series “The Studio” and promoting the upcoming Macstock conference in July.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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We dive headfirst into the world of Apple’s Vision Pro, unpacking the latest release candidate for version 2.4. The updates promise sharper interfaces and smoother spatial experiences, but we can’t help but speculate about those elusive Apple Intelligence features lurking on the horizon. While some are dazzled by the enhancements, others remain unconvinced—sparking a spirited debate over whether Vision Pro can justify its hefty price tag and overcome lukewarm reviews. The question lingers: Can Vision Pro truly redefine spatial computing?
Shifting focus, we explore the newest iOS 18.4 and macOS betas, where priority notifications and ambient music control take center stage. Jill tests out the new sketch features, delivering a candid review of their usability and what she hopes to see polished by the final release. Meanwhile, the Apple Music app steps up its game with improved DJ integration, aiming to stake its claim as a heavyweight in the music scene.
Marty then takes us on a real-world test drive with the iPhone 16e and its shiny new C1 modem during a conference in Orlando. The connectivity results? Surprising and impressive. We dissect his findings, comparing them to other devices and contemplating what these performance gains mean for Apple’s hardware evolution. With WWDC looming on the horizon, we can’t help but speculate about the big reveals and potential breakthroughs that could reshape user experiences.
Switching gears to lighter fare, we chat about the Apple Car’s savings account interest rates and how they stack up against competitors. Nostalgia kicks in when we reminisce about T-Mobile’s annual MLB.tv offer, a testament to loyalty perks that keep customers hooked year after year.
As we wrap up, we delve into Apple’s entertainment ecosystem with updates on Apple Music Classical and the latest Apple TV+ comedy series, “The Studio.” We celebrate Apple’s relentless push for innovation across content and subscription services while encouraging listeners to join us at the upcoming Macstock conference this July—a must-attend event for Apple enthusiasts.
It’s a jam-packed discussion filled with fresh insights, hot takes, and plenty of excitement for what Apple has planned next.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Versions of visionOS 2.4, tvOS 18.4, and watchOS 11.4
4 visionOS 3 features that can turn Vision Pro into an everyday device
Beta this week. iOS 18.4 Release candidate this week.
Apple Seeds iOS 18.4 and iPadOS 18.4 Release Candidate With Priority Notifications, Ambient Music and More
iOS 18.4 Release Candidate comes bundled with over 50 new changes and features [Video]
This sneaky new musiciOS 18.4 Release Candidate comes bundled with over 50 new changes and features [Video] - 9to5Mac feature in iOS 18.4 is actually a hidden gem
CarPlay in iOS 18.4 adds three new features that will be here soon
iPadOS 18.4: Your iPad’s getting four new features soon
iOS 18.4 Coming Soon With These New Features for Your iPhone
iOS 18.4’s notification upgrade is easily one of Apple’s best AI features
watchOS 11.4 Will Make Sure You Don't Miss Alarms
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Seeds Second macOS Sequoia 15.4 Release Candidate With Mail Categorization
Can't Update to the macOS 15.4 RC? Here's Why
Apple Seeds macOS Sequoia 15.4 Release Candidate With Mail Categorization
Marty’s iPhone 16e C1 Modem experience.
Apple announces 'incredible' WWDC 2025 slated for June 9-13
WWDC 2025 Includes In-Person Apple Park Event - Here's How to Attend
Sorry, iPhone Mini Fans: Apple Isn't Planning Another Small Phone
Apple Music Now Integrated With More DJ Apps
AirPods Max With Lightning vs. USB-C Buyer's Guide: All Differences Compared
AirPods Max to Gain Lossless Audio and Low-Latency Audio in iOS 18.4
Don't Buy Into Apple's Hype About AirPods Max Gaining Lossless Audio
Apple Now Selling USB-C to 3.5mm Audio Cable
Apple’s base iPad didn’t get AI, and this chart totally explains why
News
Apple Leadership Reshuffle Continues as Company Appoints New Global Head of Stores
Apple names Vanessa Trigub to new role as VP of retail stores
Final Cut Pro for Mac Gains Adjustment Clips, Image Playground Integration and More - MacRumors
Apple Card Savings Account's Interest Rate Lowered
Apple Card Savings still holds strong, here's how its interest rate compares to others
WhatsApp Can Now Be Your Default Call and Messaging App on iPhone
Hilarious new comedy series 'The Studio' streaming now on Apple TV+
T-Mobile Brings Back Free MLB.TV Subscription Perk
Apple Music Classical Updated With Three New Features
Announcements
Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. Super Early bird tickets here save $100. Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Guy Serle is the host of the MyMac Podcast and the (hopefully) reconstituted Guy’s Daily Drive…which isn’t daily, but is done by driving so half accurate. email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT. A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmer
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by guests, Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius. We celebrate a major milestone before diving into the latest Vision Pro updates with guests Marty, Guy, and Chuck. We explore VisionOS 2.4 beta’s improved guest mode, enhanced usability, and the immersive Metallica concert experience. The discussion shifts to iOS 18 beta 4,We tackle Mac phishing scams, antivirus debates, and evolving digital threats. The episode also covers Apple TV+’s financial challenges and strategy shifts. We wrap up by previewing the upcoming MacStock conference and the continued value of community and knowledge sharing in the Apple ecosystem.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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The episode kicks off with a celebratory note, recognizing our 350th episode, before diving into the latest developments surrounding the Vision Pro. Marty, Guy and Chuck join me to discuss the newly released VisionOS 2.4 beta. Our first discussion centers around its updates. Chuck expresses excitement over the improvements in guest mode, allowing users to easily share their devices without the cumbersome setup previously required. Both Guy and Chuck share their experiences with the new changes, where guest settings can now be saved for easier access during shared sessions. The discussion reveals the seamless nature of usability enhancements, showcasing how this beta is more user-friendly than ever before.
We transition from the Vision Pro updates to the highly anticipated immersive concert experience with Metallica. Sharing reviews and personal reactions, we marvel at the unique viewing methods available on the Vision Pro, allowing viewers to experience concerts in ways that traditional media cannot replicate. The detailed descriptions and the sense of community, coupled with empathy for each guest, highlight how technology again bridges gaps in enjoyment and sharing experiences. We round out this segment by contemplating the musical genres and artists that could follow suit in leveraging such immersive experiences.
As we shift gears, we touch on the substantial release of iOS 18 beta 4 and the improvements that come with it. Both Chuck and Marty discuss CarPlay enhancements and how they have improved user navigation. The episode examines the implications of Apple’s strides in AI, which seems to eclipse other elements of the updates. The momentum of AI advancements is palpable, and we delve into discussions about how its inclusion in the iPhone ecosystem reflects Apple’s strategic positioning in the technology landscape.
The conversation also unveils some darker sides of technology with discussions about phishing attacks targeting Mac users. The panelists offer sound advice on how to remain cautious and discerning when faced with potential scams. They emphasize the importance of user education and vigilance while engaging with technology, particularly as attacks become increasingly sophisticated.
Switching to the business side, we engage in stimulating dialogue about antivirus software for Macs and whether they are necessary in this evolving digital age. Chuck, Guy, and Marty share personal anecdotes and insights about what safeguards they employ, revealing the diverse approaches to malware protection in a culture increasingly reliant on digital devices.
The episode doesn’t shy away from controversies either, as we discuss Apple TV Plus and its reported $1 billion annual loss amidst changing streaming landscapes. Here, the dialogue takes a proactive tone, exploring how Apple could pivot and evolve its strategies, learning from the past to navigate future successes. By examining success metrics like subscriber retention and content creation strategies, we underscore the importance of adaptive growth within Apple’s service offerings.
Lastly, we herald the upcoming MacStock conference, scheduled for July 11-13. The anticipation is palpable as we discuss what attendees can look forward to experience, from workshops to networking opportunities. The excitement for sharing knowledge, connecting with fellow enthusiasts, and growing within the technological ecosystem rings through as we sign off.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple releases visionOS 2.4 beta 4 with watchOS 11.4, tvOS 18.4
visionOS 2.4 Beta 3 Release Notes
Hands on: Apple Vision Pro guest mode has massively improved since its first iteration
We talked about this last week, Dave gives his review. Apple Vision Pro users can check out a short, immersive Metallica concert film this wee
Beta this week.
Apple releases iOS 18.4 beta 4 for iPhone and iPad
Apple releases visionOS 2.4 beta 4 with watchOS 11.4, tvOS 18.4
Latest iOS 18.4 Beta Lets You Turn Off Privacy-Compromising Search Feature
In Touch With Mac this week
New Mac phishing attack causes fake freezes to nab your Apple ID password | Macworld
Do you need this? Best Mac Antivirus 2025: Top Security Software Compared
End-to-end encrypted RCS messaging on iPhone coming in future software update
Here's How the iPhone 16e's C1 Modem Stacks Up Against the iPhone 16 Qualcomm Modem
Future iPhones might ditch the USB-C port. Good
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Report: TV+ Losing $1 Billion Annually as Apple Services Falter
Chuck’s movie pick on Apple TV+ Watch The Gorge - Apple TV+
Plex Raises Price for Plex Pass, No Longer Offers Free Remote Playback for Personal Media
Amtrak's Redesigned iPhone App Offers Easier Access to Train Status, Tickets, and More
Apple Sports App Updated With Support for F1 Racing and More
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Holden Depardo, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. The panel discusses Apple’s latest updates, starting with Marty’s excitement over his new Mac Studio and MacBook Air. They dive into Vision Pro’s 2.3.2 update, upcoming features, and immersive concerts from Metallica and U2. Security updates in iOS 18.3.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.3.2 take center stage, along with challenges in Apple account management. The episode wraps up with a debate on John Gruber’s criticism of Apple’s delayed AI advancements.
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The episode kicks off with a casual conversation where host Dave expresses gratitude to his guests, sparking a light-hearted exchange about the recent increase in Apple hardware ownership among the panelists. Marty shares his excitement about getting a new Mac Studio and MacBook Air, revealing the nuances of their colors and their overall design impressions. The camaraderie in the discussion highlights not only the latest tech but also the personal experiences associated with it.
As the panel transitions into the core of the episode, they cover significant updates regarding the Vision Pro. Dave announces the release of a minor update (version 2.3.2) aimed at improving streaming playback and fixing other bugs. The panel discusses the implications of upcoming updates, including the much-anticipated features and bug fixes expected in the betas. Interesting insights about the guest user mode provide a glimpse into the user experience with the Vision Pro headsets, leading to engaging anecdotes from each host.
The conversation then shifts towards an exciting announcement about Metallica’s immersive concert experience coming to the Vision Pro, sparking enthusiasm across the panel. Chuck shares his thoughts on the song choices while the group debates the appeal of immersive concerts and how advances in technology are transforming experiences for music fans. There’s lively banter as they express their excitement about both Metallica and U2's upcoming immersive projects, highlighting the importance of such experiences for Apple’s Vision ecosystem.
Next up, the group discusses critical updates across Apple’s operating systems, including significant security fixes released in iOS 18.3.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.3.2. The urgency for users to update is emphasized, particularly in light of detected vulnerabilities. Chuck and Holden reflect on their experiences with the iPhone 16e, describing its practicality and discussing its unique features, including battery life and the new C1 modem.
Furthermore, the podcast navigates the complexities surrounding Apple account management, with the panel reflecting on the challenges Apple users face regarding account merging, particularly due to restrictions and convoluted processes. There's a collective sense of frustration, humor, and camaraderie as they recount their attempts to navigate Apple's ecosystem, showcasing the everyday challenges faced by loyal Apple users.
As the panel transitions into discussing One Password’s new features, there’s a consensus on the importance of security while using password management tools. The practical implications of location-based password retrieval are also analyzed, with Holden expressing how it can streamline his workflow, particularly in a dual-PC environment.
The episode also touches on the broader topics of privacy concerns within the app ecosystem, focusing on location tracking and how companies are handling consumer data. The discussion reveals a deeper understanding of user privacy and the scrutiny tech companies are under.
Finally, the episode takes a significant turn as John Gruber's critical comments regarding Apple's delayed Siri features are brought into the mix. The panelists delve into Gruber's observations about Apple’s credibility, echoing concerns that their ambitious promises have not materialized on time. With a spirited debate, they reflect on Apple's past successes and current challenges in AI integration, summarizing the emerging sentiment that accountability and transparency are vital for regaining trust with consumers.
Marty shows his new MBA Sky Blue
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases visionOS 2.3.2 With Streaming Playback Fix - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Third Betas of visionOS 2.4, tvOS 18.4, and watchOS 11.4
visionOS 2.4 Beta 3 Release Notes
Metallica Immersive Concert Experience Coming to Apple Vision Pro
Apple unveils immersive concert experience with Metallica for Apple Vision Pro
Beta this week.
Make Sure to Update: iOS 18.3.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.3.2 Include Important Security Fixes
Apple Releases iOS 18.3.2 With Bug Fixes
Apple Releases tvOS 18.3.1 for Third-Generation Apple TV 4K
Apple Seeds Third Public Betas of iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS Sequoia 15.4
iOS 18.4 Adds a Highly-Requested Setting to iPhones — But Not in U.S
Apple Upgrades CarPlay in Two Ways
iPhone 16e Has a Bluetooth Audio Problem
In Touch With Mac this week
Mac Studio Still Lacks 'High Power Mode' Offered on Some MacBook Pro and Mac Mini Models
Apple Releases macOS Sequoia 15.3.2
The 10 Best Hidden AirTags Feature
LifehackerYou Need Update Firefox Before Friday8 hours ago
Dave has the iPhone 16e his review. iPhone 16e review: All the bells, none of the whistles on this battery-heavy device
Follow up I’m not convinced this Apple Account tool actually does anything
New 1Password Feature Can Display Codes and Logins Based on User's Location
How to Identify iPhone Apps That May Contain Location-Tracking Ads
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Pocket Casts on the web: now open to everyone
New T-Mobile price increase: Here's who's affected
John Gruber Says 'Something is Rotten' at Apple
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
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Holden DePardo
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Dave and the crew kick off this episode with a lively discussion on Apple’s latest updates of iPad and Mac, discussing Vision Pro and Vision OS 2.4 beta 2, which introduces Apple Intelligence, writing tools, and Genmoji. They compare ChatGPT to Apple Intelligence and explore the new Spatial Gallery app. Marty shares his experience with the iPhone 16E, and the team dives into iOS.
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In this episode it features an engaging team, including returning guest Chuck Joyner, the insightful Ben Rathig, and the always entertaining Marty Jensen. Together, they dive deep into the whirlwind of Apple announcements from the past week, while bringing their own unique perspectives to the conversation.
The episode kicks off with an enthusiastic greeting, where Dave expresses his excitement for the crew's participation this week, especially welcoming Chuck back and expressing joy over Ben’s return after a busy work stint. Marty humorously sets the tone with a relatable anecdote about tedious meetings, before the group transitions to discussing Apple's significant announcements and updates, particularly focusing on Vision Pro and its latest features.
A highlight this week is the second beta release of Vision OS 2.4, which introduces Apple Intelligence, writing tools, Genmoji, and more. Dave and the crew delve into firsthand experiences using these emerging features. The conversation flows through various aspects—comparing ChatGPT to Apple Intelligence, and weighing the pros and cons of both regarding user experience. The group collectively mentions the excitement surrounding the new dedicated Spatial Gallery app while also highlighting the need for further improvements.
As they navigate through the nitty-gritty of Apple's updates, the discussion effortlessly transitions to iPhone 16E, where Marty shares his delightful experience with this new, more affordable model. He praises its solid performance, camera capabilities, and ergonomics. The group expresses collective thoughts on how the 16E, while aimed at budget-conscious consumers, meets many users' everyday needs, ultimately making it a worthy contender in the smartphone market.
In the midst of this richness, the crew engages in thoughtful dialogues about iOS 18.4 beta two updates. Interesting features such as priority notifications and enhancements to the shortcuts app steal the show. Yet, they also critique the absence of Apple Intelligence in lower-end models, prompting a study of how Apple positions its products within the market.
Staying true to the audience's needs, the crew explores the recent Mac announcements, including a new iPad Air with an M3 chip, victorious arrivals of new MacBook Air models in delightful colors, and the powerhouse Mac Studio featuring the M4 Max. They debate the implications of these upgrades, with Marty humorously revealing his impulse decision to acquire the Mac Studio, much to the amusement of his friends. Through collaborative discussion, the group reflects on Apple's evolving strategies, assessing where the company stands regarding cutting-edge technology and consumer needs.
Last but not least, the episode dives into news bites that capture attention, such as Tapbots' forthcoming release of the Phoenix app for Blue Sky and police in Australia utilizing CarPlay for vehicle recognition. These stories not only provide a fun wrap-up to the episode but also highlight tech's growing intersection with everyday life and law enforcement practices.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Seeds Second Betas of visionOS 2.4, tvOS 18.4, and watchOS 11.4
Hands on with Apple Intelligence on Apple Vision Pro
Vision Pro Spatial Gallery Launches in visionOS 2.4 Beta 2
Vision Pro App for iPhone Available in iOS 18.4 Beta 2
Marty has the new iPhone 16e. He gives his review of this new iPhone.iFixit Takes Apart iPhone 16e for Closer Look at C1 Modem
Beta this week.
Everything New in iOS 18.4 Beta 2
Apple Seeds Second Public Betas of iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS Sequoia 15.4
iOS 18.4 Brings RCS Support to Google Fi, Mint Mobile and Other T-Mobile MVNOs
iOS 18.4 Adds Apple Intelligence Features to Control Center
iOS 18.4 upgrades the App Store with these two new features
New iPads were released this week.
Apple Announces New iPad Air With M3 Chip, Updated Magic Keyboard
Apple Announces Redesigned Magic Keyboard for iPad Air
M2 iPad Air vs. M3 iPad Air Buyer's Guide
Apple Unveils 11th-Gen iPad With A16 Chip and More Storage
Here Are 8 Things to Know About Apple's New iPad With the A16 Chip
New Entry-Level iPad With A16 Chip Has More RAM Than iPad 10
Apple's 64GB Era is Over
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Seeds Second Beta of macOS Sequoia 15.4 With Mail Categorization
Apple Announces New MacBook Air With M4 and 'Sky Blue' Color Option
M2 vs. M3 vs. M4 MacBook Air Buyer's Guide: 25+ Differences Compared
Apple Announces New Mac Studio With M4 Max and M3 Ultra Chips, Thunderbolt 5, and More
A Maxed Out M3 Ultra Mac Studio Will Cost You $14,099
New MacBook Air and Mac Studio Offer Easy Setup With a Nearby iPhone
M3 vs. M4 Chip Buyer's Guide: How Much Better Really Is M4
Apple Discontinues M2 and M3 MacBook Air
The Mac's Space Gray era is officially ove
Everything Apple Announced This Week - MacRumors
News
Tapbots Making 'Phoenix' App for Bluesky
ChatGPT can now directly edit code in Xcode, VS Code, & more on macOS
Police in Australia are using CarPlay in an interesting way
Announcements
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Mike Potter, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. We explore the Vision OS 2.4 beta features, the upcoming immersive Arctic surfing video, and the Bono documentary. Our conversation includes the iOS 18.4 beta, the budget-friendly iPhone 16 E launch, and the impacts of macOS Sequoia 15.4 and Microsoft’s Copilot on workflows. We wrap up with Mike’s preview of MacStock and much more
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We kick off the conversation by exploring the newly released Vision OS 2.4 beta for the Vision Pro, highlighting its significant features such as Apple Intelligence capabilities that aim to enhance user experiences through innovative tools like writing assistance, text generation, and contextual communication.
As we delve into the upcoming immersive Arctic surfing video available on Apple TV, we examine the intersection of technology and extreme sports, expressing a collective desire for more tranquil content options in the Vision Pro ecosystem. We enthusiastically discuss the globally anticipated documentary featuring Bono, which promises to be the first immersive film streaming on Vision Pro, connecting culture and cutting-edge tech in a groundbreaking way.
Transitioning to iOS updates, the recent release of iOS 18.4 beta is met with excitement and cautious anticipation. We dissect new features such as priority notifications, enhanced Apple News offerings focusing on food reviews, and ambient music integration in the control center. Each guest shares their unique experiences with the beta, discussing the implications of these changes on existing technology and everyday usability.
We then pivot to the iPhone 16 E's launch, reviewing its features and pricing strategy that cater to those on a budget while still delivering essential performance. The conversation revolves around how this device fits into Apple's broader strategy and its appeal to users with legacy phones looking for an upgrade without breaking the bank.
In addition to discussing changes in iOS, we explore the release of macOS Sequoia 15.4 and the installation of Copilot from Microsoft, revealing our thoughts on how these developments will impact workflow and user experience, particularly in professional environments. We touch upon the trajectory of LumaFusion updates and Pixelmator's recent acquisition by Apple, pondering the future of creative applications in Apple's ecosystem.
As the episode wraps up, Mike Potter provides an intriguing preview of what's to come at Macstock this year, inviting our listeners to join in on this exciting event.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases First visionOS 2.4 Beta With Apple Intelligence, Spatial Gallery and More - MacRumors
Hands on with Apple Intelligence on Apple Vision Pro
Apple Vision Pro Immersive Video 'Arctic Surfing' Available Now
Apple Original Films announces new documentary event “Bono: Stories of Surrender”on Vision Pro
Beta this week. iOS 18.4 Beta 1 was released this week.
Apple Seeds First Public Betas of iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS Sequoia 15.4
Apple Says iOS 18.4 Will Be Released in April With These New Features
Return to inbox: this new iPhone Mail setting fixes one of the app's most annoying quirks
Apple's iOS 18.4 public beta drops with new features you'll want to try
iOS 18.4 Beta Now Unavailable Across Entire iPhone 12 Lineup and More
iOS 18.4 Includes a Small But Useful Change for CarPlay
Everything New in iOS 18.4 Beta 1
iOS 18.4 Adds Apple Intelligence Priority Notifications Feature
iOS 18.4 Adds New Ambient Music Feature
Apple News+ Gains Recipes, Restaurant Reviews, and More in iOS 18.4
Apple Releases First Beta of iOS 18.4 With New Vision Pro App
Apple Seeds First Betas of tvOS 18.4 and watchOS 11.4
iPhone 16e Review: A capable new entry point to the iPhone 16 line | PCMag
5 products Apple silently scrapped while unveiling the iPhone 16e this week
iPhone 16e has five key upgrades to entice iPhone 15 users
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Seeds First Beta of macOS Sequoia 15.4
Microsoft Launches Copilot App for Mac
This new Lumafusion feature unlocks even more creativity
News
Adobe Releases Photoshop App for iPhone
Pixelmator’s apps have been updated, two weeks after Apple confirmed owners
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Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. We would love to see you get you your tickets here. Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
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Guy Serle is the host of the MyMac Podcast and the (hopefully) reconstituted Guy’s Daily Drive…which isn’t daily, but is done by driving so half accurate. email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677
Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, and Marty Jencius.We dissect the new features of the iPhone 16E, including its competitive pricing and the sunset of Touch ID. The discussion expands to Apple Vision Pro and its evolving capabilities, particularly the anticipated introduction of Apple Intelligence. We analyze the advances in technology, including a powerful A18 chip and custom C1 modem showcased in the iPhone 16E, expectations amidst a changing mobile landscape. We discuss a Chicago Apple Store Store closing due to a declne in shopping malls. Plus more.
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We analyze the new features introduced with the iPhone 16E, notably its competitive pricing and the discontinuation of the last models featuring Touch ID.
We explore the advancements in Apple Vision Pro technology as rumors swirl around potential new AI capabilities. The conversation transitions to the speculation surrounding how the Vision Pro, now over a year old, can evolve with the introduction of Apple Intelligence—a feature that has garnered great interest following its initial announcement. Marty shares insights on what existing capabilities the Vision Pro already possesses, such as live translation and gesture controls, framing it as a gradual rollout of increasingly sophisticated features.
The podcast also discusses the recent announcement of the iPhone 16E and the various improvements over its predecessor, including a powerful A18 chip and a new custom C1 modem boasting efficiency and performance. The group reflects on the price increase compared to the previous SE model and its market implications. Throughout the discussion, Chuck and Jill weigh in on consumer expectations versus the reality of what the latest devices offer, addressing the changing landscape of mobile technology and Apple’s efforts to remain attractive to diverse consumer groups.
In the latter part of the episode, the team shifts the focus toward the experience of technology in everyday life. They chat about the decline of traditional mall retail spaces and Apple's shift from physical locations to enhanced online experiences. This includes the latest on Apple’s consistent ranking as the most admired company in Fortune's annual survey, highlighting their reputation for innovation and social responsibility.
As they wrap up, the panel discusses the recent changes made to Google Lens and its implications for user experiences on iOS. They delve into the growing competition in AI technology and the overall impact on Apple's user base and strategy moving forward.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Vision Pro may be about to get its biggest update yet — no new hardware required
This new Vision Pro cover is ugly but also kind of awesome
Beta this week. Still waiting on 18.4 beta to be released. Here's When Apple Will Release iOS 18.4 - MacRumors
iPhone 15 Pro to Get Visual Intelligence in Future Update, Likely iOS 18.4
Apple announces iPhone 16e that replaces the iPhone SE
Apple Announces iPhone 16e With A18 Chip and Apple Intelligence, Pricing Starts at $599
Apple Unveils 'C1' as First Custom Cellular Modem
iPhone 16e Has iPhone 16 Camera, But Lacks Some Features
Core design: How chip binning helps Apple offer A18 variants
iPhone 16e Will Have Day One Software Update
All iPhones Now Feature OLED Displays
Apple No Longer Offers Any Devices in (PRODUCT)RED Color
Apple No Longer Sells Any Small iPhones
iPhone 16e vs. iPhone 16 Buyer's Guide: 25+ Differences Compared
iPhone 16e Has Longest Battery Life of Any 6.1-Inch iPhone
iPhone 16e Supports Visual Intelligence Without Camera Control Button
Apple's Cheapest iPhone Now Starts at $599
iPhone 16e Doesn't Have MagSafe
Apple releases iOS 18.3.1 restore image for the new iPhone 16e
No More 64GB Storage - iPhones Now Start With 128GB
News
Gemini AI Features No Longer Available in Google iOS App
Apple Store Permanently Closing at Struggling Mall in Chicago Area
Google Lens Screen Search Comes to iOS Chrome and Google App
Apple Continues to Be the World's Most Admired Company
Apple Shares 12-Minute Video Announcing the iPhone
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Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. Super Early bird tickets here save $100. Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT. A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We explore the latest Apple technology updates, highlighting visionOS 2.3.1 for VisionPro, new design patents for advanced features like tunable lenses, and the potential for a demo app for third-party retail sales. We discuss a protective case for the VisionPro, essential security updates in iOS 18.4, and user trends such as unconventional Apple Watch usage. Anticipation builds around the iPhone SE 4, with hopes for modern features, while speculation surrounds Apple’s integration of Pixelmator into its ecosystem
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. We kick off with a discussion on the recent VisionPro updates, particularly the release of visionOS 2.3.1, which introduces security fixes while continuing to integrate more cohesively with Apple’s suite of devices. Marty highlights how Apple is aligning updates across their product line, making it easier for users to manage their devices.
Transitioning to patents, we explore Apple's recent acquisition of various design patents for significant advancements in VisionPro technology, including tunable lenses and gaze tracking features. This conversation veers into technical territory, as we dissect the implications of these innovations and the potential they hold for enhancing user experiences. Jeff adds his thoughts, emphasizing the importance of protecting intellectual property in the tech landscape.
The discussion shifts to hardware, specifically the introduction of a protective case for the VisionPro that allows for uninterrupted functionality without hampering the device’s sensors. Marty shares his anticipation for using it, reinforcing the practicality of such accessories that meet user needs without compromising on functionality.
Moving onto the world of software, Dave brings to light a newly discovered demo app available in the App Store, suggesting that Apple may soon enable third-party retailers to sell the VisionPro through this application. Marty expresses skepticism while acknowledging the potential market expansion this could offer.
The episode delves into the significance of security updates with announcements surrounding beta releases for iOS 18.4. Jeff posits that the necessity for these updates stems from critical security flaws that Apple needed to address, while the group acknowledges the absurdity of waiting to update due to potential bugs in new versions.
In a lighter vein, the hosts discuss quirky user behaviors, such as wearing the Apple Watch on the ankle instead of the wrist—highlighting various reasons behind this trend, including styling choices and practicality—while clarifying that this approach might not yield accurate fitness tracking results.
One of the highlights of the show is the discussion around Apple's long-overdue feature allowing users to migrate digital purchases between Apple accounts. Dave outlines the complexity involved and potential pitfalls, gathering insight from the group about the challenges they faced while navigating the system, as well as concerns over Apple Music subscriptions complicating the process.
Northern also serves as a platform to discuss systemic changes within macOS, particularly regarding app access in older systems, and the importance of upgrading to stay secure and functional in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Wrapping up, the hosts touch on the much-anticipated announcement of a new member of the iPhone family. Speculation suggests the introduction of the iPhone SE 4, with updates potentially signaling the end of the smaller device trend in favor of larger screens. As the conversation evolves, the hosts express their desire for this new device to incorporate modern features like USB-C and advanced camera technology.
Finally, discussions around the acquisition of Pixelmator lead to speculations on how Apple might integrate this photo editing software into its existing ecosystem without compromising the standalone appeal that Pixelmator has cultivated.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases visionOS 2.3.1
Apple has won a new Series of Apple Vision Pro Design Patents along with Two new Vision Pro Technical Patents
The Apple Vision Pro feature that could change how you work
Dbrand's Always-On 'Aperture' Case Protects Your Vision Pro Without Interfering With Sensors and Buttons
Mysterious new Vision Pro retail app appears in the App Store link to App https://apps.apple.com/us/app/vision-pro-demo-fit/in id6737855899
Beta this week.
Apple Releases iOS 18.3.1 With Bug Fixes
Apple Releases watchOS 11.3.1
iOS 18.4 beta release date: Here’s what to expect
Siri with promised Apple Intelligence upgrades may not be fully ready until iOS 18.5
Apple Intelligence Siri Overhaul Could Get Delaye
Why? Wearing an Apple Watch on the Ankle? New Report Explains the Trend -
BREAKING Hell has frozen over Apple Now Lets You Move Digital Purchases From One Apple Account to Another
Migrate purchases from one Apple Account to another Apple Account - Apple Support
Apple adds new requirement for migrating purchases between accounts
Apple adds new requirement for migrating purchases between accounts
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases macOS Sequoia 15.3.1
Mac App Store Stops Working on Older macOS Versions
Reminder: Upcoming Changes to the App Store Receipt Signing Intermediate Certificate - Latest News
New iPhone SE 4?
Apple's Next iPhone SE Launching on Wednesday - Here's What We Kno
Tim Cook Teases an 'Apple Launch' Next Wednesday
New Apple product coming next week: What to expect
5 iPhone Apps Apple Still Hasn't Brought to iPad
News
Amazon Revamps Prime Video App on Apple TV — Here's What's New
Apple TV+ App Now Available on Android
Apple Completes Pixelmator Acquisition Claris another app Apple left alone.
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by guests Kelly Guimont, Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius,and Ben Roethig. We kick off with reflections on the Vision Pro one year post-launch, discussing user experiences and its potential future in the market. The conversation transitions to anticipated iOS 18.4 updates, including optimizations and new features, while Marty contributes insights on educational tools for family therapy. We analyze recent changes to AppleCare Plus subscriptions, debate the launch of Apple’s new invites app, and discuss Apple Music’s promotional strategies linked to the Super Bowl.
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We kick things off with a discussion about the Vision Pro, which recently celebrated its first birthday. We reflect on observations about its performance over the past year and ponder its future, analyzing the current consumer reactions and the potential direction Apple may take with subsequent iterations of the product.
The conversation quickly shifts to the experience of using the Vision Pro, with each panelist sharing their personal take on its capabilities. We explore the challenges faced by early adopters, particularly the skepticism surrounding its market performance and the mixed feedback from users. The overarching sentiment remains optimistic, with a consensus that the device possesses untapped potential waiting to be realized.
As we transition into software updates, we discuss the anticipated iOS 18.4 release and its implications for users. There’s mention of a recent beta update that seemed to fix various issues while also introducing new features. Marty shares insights into educational tools and resources available for family therapy, reflecting on both the trials and successes of teaching technology within a therapeutic context.
Additionally, we explore the recent changes to Apple’s AppleCare Plus subscription service, including price adjustments and the restructuring of purchasing options. Our panel debates the logic behind these changes, with varied opinions on whether they enhance consumer experience or create unnecessary friction.
The episode also touches on the launch of Apple’s new invites app, allowing users to facilitate event planning seamlessly. We weigh this new offering against existing platforms, discussing the implications of cross-platform functionality for a successful user experience. The feature set includes enhanced customization options and privacy controls, generating a vibrant discussion on its overall usefulness.
Closing out the episode, we delve into the latest news surrounding Apple Music’s promotional strategy tied to the Super Bowl, as well as exciting developments pertaining to the upcoming Ted Lasso season. The anticipated focus on the formation of a women’s team allows for a fresh narrative direction, and the panel shares their thoughts about the creative team's continuity and the expected reception from audiences.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
As Apple Vision Pro Turns One, Here's What's Next
One year with the Vision Pro
Vision Pro: Here are three upgrades to expect from Apple this year
I tried Netflix on Vision Pro again, and now it's awesome - here's what changed
Supercut – Streaming Hub on the App Store
Beta this week. iOS 18.3 released to the public waiting on 18.4.
iOS 18.3.1 Update Coming Soon for iPhones - MacRumors
Apple Releases New Version of iOS 18.3 for iPhone 11
iOS 18.4 Will Include These New Features for Your iPhone
iPhone SE 4 Launching as Soon as Next Week
In Touch With Mac this week
Guy’s new Mac Mini M4
New Satechi M4 Mac mini Stand & Hub now up for purchase
macOS Sequoia 15.3 Fixes SuperDuper Bootable Backups Bug - MacRumors
macOS 15.3 fixes backup bugs affecting multiple apps
Applecare Changes
Apple Raises Monthly AppleCare+ Subscription Price for All iPhones
AppleCare+ just got more expensive — here’s how much more you’ll pay now
Apple Raises Monthly AppleCare+ Subscription Price for All iPhones
Apple limits AppleCare+ one-time payment options, prioritizes subscriptions
Apple’s New Invites App
Apple Launches New 'Invites' App
Here are five Apple Invites features you might have missed
Testing Apple's New Invites App for Event Planning
Apple just released the first update to its new Invites app
Partiful Calls Apple a Copycat for New Invites App
Introducing Apple Invites, a new app that brings people together
Here's how Apple Invites work on Android [Gallery]
Apple confirms 'Invites' app and iCloud+ feature, here's how it works [Video]
News
Apple Music Offering Six-Month Trial for Just $2.99 Through February - MacRumors
'Ted Lasso' season 4 to focus on the formation of AFC Richmond's women's team
Severance season 3 is already ‘underway’ and won’t take so long, says Ben Stiller
Announcements
Macstock 9 is next summer. It's back again for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. Newsletter link here: https://mailchi.mp/0c81790aa2a8/macstock8-10132503?e=eb0c7039b1
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Holden DePardo, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. We start by dissecting Apple's Q1 2025 earnings report, highlighting record revenues of $124.3 billion, despite a slight dip in iPhone sales. The discussion emphasizes growth in services and other products, as the team explores the implications of Apple's shifting revenue sources. We also cover the latest updates on Vision Pro and VisionOS 2.3, noting its expanding gaming capabilities and the potential to attract more gamers. The episode celebrates the iPad's 15th anniversary, while also touching on recent technological advancements from other companies.
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The episode kicks off with a detailed analysis of Apple's recently released quarterly earnings report, sharing insights about record revenue of $124.3 billion for Q1 of 2025. While iPhone revenue dipped slightly, we explore how significant growth in services and other product categories like Mac, iPad, and wearables indicates strong overall performance.
Holden provides his perspective on the quarterly results, noting the surprising resilience of Apple's diverse product mix despite the iPhone's decline. Jeff adds that the focus on services has allowed Apple to reduce its dependency on the iPhone as a primary revenue source, foreseeing growth in other segments in the future. Marty emphasizes the importance of Apple’s continued success in services, questioning whether recent drops in the wearables segment impact overall consumer sentiment.
The team transitions to discussions about the new Vision Pro updates, such as the launch of VisionOS 2.3, and its expanding gaming capabilities with over 2,000 titles available through NVIDIA's GeForce Now. The implications of this development for gaming and user experiences on the Vision Pro headset are assessed, with particular interest in how the device could attract more gamers going forward.
We delve into product innovations, such as Apple’s plans for immersive content and recently released immersive videos focusing on sports and music, all aimed at enhancing user engagement. Each team member shares their opinions on the significance of these offerings in increasing the appeal of Apple's ecosystem. A segment is dedicated to the iPad's 15th anniversary, celebrating its impact on both personal and professional landscapes, alongside discussions of other software updates across Apple's range of devices, ensuring users stay informed about security and feature enhancements.
The episode turns towards some intriguing news topics, including CVS's rollout of tech for unlocking secured product cabinets via smartphones, and Microsoft’s new integration with iOS for Windows 11.
Q1 Financial results
Apple’s reports record revenue for Q1 2025
Apple CEO Tim Cook: There's a 'Lot of Innovation' Left for Future iPhone Development
Apple’s install base reaches new high, but growth rate has slowed
Apple Now Has More Than 2.35 Billion Active Devices Worldwide
Apple Reports Best Quarter Ever in 1Q 2025 Results: $36.3B Profit on $124.3B Revenue
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases visionOS 2.3
Vision Pro now offers 2,000+ games via NVIDIA GeForce NOW support
Game Developers Show Growing Interest in Apple Vision Pro for Gaming
Apple Vision Pro + Kendrick Lamar — Exclusive Experience
Apple's Newest Store Has A Dedicated Vision Pro Side Room
Apple’s next immersive Vision Pro film involves bull riding and arrives soon
Beta this week. iOS 18.3 was released to the public this week.
Update Now: iOS 18.3 and macOS Sequoia 15.3 Include 20+ Security Updates
Apple Releases iOS 18.3 With Visual Intelligence and Notification Summary Improvements
Apple Releases watchOS 11.3 With New Black Unity Watch Face
Apple Releases tvOS 18.3
When Will Apple Release the iOS 18.4 Beta?
iOS 18.3 Adds Starlink Support to T-Mobile iPhones
Save 7GB Storage Per Device by Disabling Apple Intelligence
iOS 18.3 Features: Everything New in iOS 18.3
Apple Breaks watchOS Updates On Older Apple Watch Models [Update: Fixed]
Apple Finally Explains How to Install New Firmware on Your AirPods
iOS 18.3: Use New Visual Intelligence Features on iPhone 16
Apple Announced the iPad 15 Years Ago Today
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases macOS Sequoia 15.3 With Genmoji
Apple to Patch Web Browser Vulnerabilities Affecting Recent Macs, iPads and iPhones
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News
Apple Might Start Buying Ads on X Again
Apple TV+ Introduces 'Sunday Night Soccer' With Weekly MLS Matches
Netflix Brings Full-Season Download Feature to iPhone and iPad
Windows 11 Start menu phone integration now includes iPhone support
CVS Tests Letting iPhone Users Unlock Product Cabinets Without an Employee
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Macstock 9 is next summer. It's back again for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. Newsletter link here: https://mailchi.mp/0c81790aa2a8/macstock8-10132503?e=eb0c7039b1
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
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Holden DePardo His Apple and tech knowledge brings great insights to the show.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. Vision Pro's launch and its innovative features. We also discuss new iOS beta releases, the health impact of the Apple Watch, and the current status of Apple CarPlay. Additionally, we share excitement for the return of Ted Lasso and the upcoming Star Trek film, Section 31..
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We kick off our discussion with a reflection on the soon-to-launch Vision Pro, which celebrates one year since its pre-order announcement. Both Chuck and Jeff weigh in on their experiences with the device. Marty shares his excitement over finally receiving his unit on launch day, discussing the ease of using the Mac virtual display feature that has garnered positive feedback from early adopters. We explore how the hand gesture controls and enhanced features like the theater app contribute to a powerful viewing experience. The conversation shifts to the competitive landscape, as we analyze Samsung's upcoming VR headset project and its similarities to the Vision Pro, debating whether it can stand up to Apple’s innovative tech.
Throughout the episode, we touch on the recent beta releases for iOS, including the updates that are introducing new features for enhanced productivity. Marty provides insight into the impact of notification summaries and Apple Intelligence on user experience, reflecting on the balance between technology utility and user satisfaction. We share humorous anecdotes while exploring the Mac updates, including the nostalgia of the Mac mini’s 20th anniversary and the impact of Apple’s iconic 1984 Super Bowl commercial.
The group takes a moment to celebrate the unique role the Apple Watch has played in users' lives. From helping Whole Foods’ founder improve his health to being pivotal in Tim Cook's father's emergency, we discuss the profound impact of health tracking features. While opinions are shared on the role of tech in personal health journeys, we emphasize that tools like the Apple Watch are more than just gadgets; they can indeed facilitate significant lifestyle changes.
In the latter part of our discussion, we reflect on the recent news surrounding Apple CarPlay, including its delayed rollout and what that means for consumers. The topic shifts to the entertainment realm as Nick Muhammad hints at the return of Ted Lasso for a fourth season, spurring excitement over the beloved show's influence on Apple TV+.
Finally, we touch upon the upcoming Star Trek film, Section 31, starring Michelle Yeoh, discussing the anticipation leading to its release and sharing hopes for future Star Trek content.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Vision Pro: One Year Later - Promise, Potential, and Pricing Challenges Preorders 1/19/24 shipped 2/2/24.
1 Year Ago Apple Vision Pro Preorders Went Live
Samsung's VR Headset Looks a Lot Like Apple Vision Pro
visionOS 2.3 RC Release Notes
MoviePass made a film trailer app for the Oculus Quest and Apple Vision Pro
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Versions of iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Versions of watchOS 11.3, tvOS 18.3 and visionOS 2.3
Here Are Apple's Full Release Notes for iOS 18.3
iOS 18.3 Tweaks Calculator App Functionality
macOS Sequoia 15.3 and iOS 18.3 Enable Apple Intelligence Automatically
iOS 18.3 Adds New Visual Intelligence Features for iPhone 16
iOS 18.3 will temporarily remove a feature from your iPhone, but for good reason
These two Apple Intelligence features will even work on your Apple Watch
iOS 18.3 warns you cropped content isn't actually removed from PDF screenshots
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Seeds macOS Sequoia 15.3 Release Candidate to Developers
macOS Sequoia 15.3 Launching Soon: Here Are the Release Notes
Apple's Mac Mini Turns 20 Today
Apple's Famous '1984' Commercial Aired 41 Years Ago Today
Apple Introduced the LaserWriter 40 Years Ago Today
Settings > Desktop & Dock turn off “Drat windows to screen edges to tile,” and “Drag windows to menu bar to fill screen.
The Grand Central Hall stunt for ‘Severance’ was genius. Its LinkedIn profile might be even better
Apple Says Several Car Makers Still Plan to Support Next-Generation CarPlay
Apple confirms CarPlay 2’s delay with removal of 2024 date from website
News
Plex Introduces Redesigned Apple TV App That You Can Test Right Now
Lawyer explains why Apple can’t bring TikTok back to the App Store yet
Apple Watch helped Whole Foods founder give up drinking: 'It changed my life'
Lifesaving Apple Watch feature came to the rescue of Tim Cook's dad
Ted Lasso season 4 ‘will be announced shortly’ per Apple TV+ star
Star Trek: Section 31 is firing on all cylinders
Announcements
Macstock 9 is next summer. It's back again for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. Newsletter link here: https://mailchi.mp/0c81790aa2a8/macstock8-10132503?e=eb0c7039b1
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius. We discuss updates in Apple's ecosystem with guests Jill McKinley, Chuck Joyner, and Marty Gentius. We analyze the beta release of Vision Pro OS 2.3, Touch ID integration potential, and Mark Gurman's insights on an affordable Vision Pro headset. The episode also covers iOS 18's AI features, the success of the MacBook Air, iCloud storage pricing concerns, and experiences with RCS messaging. Finally, we review the future of Apple TV+ and the anticipated AI health coaching feature in Apple One
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We kick off the episode by exploring the recent beta release of Vision Pro OS 2.3, where our hosts discuss the lack of noteworthy changes and the implications for developers. Despite the excitement surrounding the Vision Pro, the conversation quickly turns to the need for Touch ID integration, speculating on how it might enhance user experience when using the headset.
We then shift our focus to Apple's strategic moves within the AR and VR landscape. The team examines analyst Mark Gurman's insights on the future of Vision Pro, considering the potential for a more affordable headset to cater to a broader audience and how it may impact the existing technology. Chuck and Marty share their thoughts on the contrasting narratives within the industry regarding the evolution of AR, with some advocating for a shift back to Touch ID while others are optimistic about Face ID advancements.
The episode further delves into iOS 18 and its growing AI capabilities, particularly in relation to Siri and the Vision Pro. Our hosts express caution and skepticism over how these features could meaningfully connect with Vision Pro functionality, highlighting the general anticipation around upcoming updates but recognizing the gaps in integration that remain.
As we transition to discussing Apple's ecosystem, we touch upon the remarkable success of the MacBook Air and the long-standing favor it holds among users, followed by a celebration of the MacBook Pro's anniversary and its evolution over the years. The conversation around iCloud storage tiers reveals concerns regarding Apple's pricing strategy and the lack of competitive offerings compared to other services, prompting a lively debate on how Apple can adapt in this area to retain user loyalty.
Shifting gears, we address the recent push for RCS messaging support on iPhones and the mixed experiences users have had when communicating with Android devices, particularly in relation to security. A cautionary tale emerges around phishing scams targeting iPhone users, reinforcing the importance of vigilance in an increasingly complex digital landscape.
Finally, we touch on the enhancements made to the Apple One subscription service, specifically the anticipated AI health coaching feature that is poised to elevate user engagement and fitness tracking. Our hosts enthusiastically discuss the future of Apple TV+, reviewing its market position and the steps Apple needs to take to improve visibility and user retention as they roll out new content.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Seeds visionOS 2.3 Beta 3 to Developers
visionOS 2.3 Beta 3Apple Seeds visionOS 2.3 Beta 3 to Developers
Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation
Why Vision Pro is Apple’s best reason yet to bring Touch ID back to iPhone
Gurman: Vision Pro 2 won't release in 2025, but lower-cost headset is 'ramping up'
iOS 18.4’s new Siri powers get me really excited for Vision Pro’s future
Mark Zuckerberg Admits Apple Vision Pro Is Better Than Quest 3 For Watching Movie
Beta this week. iOS 18.3 Beta 3 releases this week. Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3
Everything New in iOS 18.3 Beta 3
iOS 18.3 Temporarily Removes Notification Summaries for News
Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 11.3 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 18.3 to Developers
Apple's Website Lists Unreleased tvOS 18.2.1 Update
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Seeds Third Beta of macOS Sequoia 15.3 to Developers
The MacBook Air Turns 17 Today
Apple Announced the MacBook Pro 19 Years Ago Today
iCloud
It's time for Apple to modernize its iCloud storage tiers
Messaging
These US carriers currently support RCS messaging on iPhone
Phishing Attacks Use This Simple Trick to Defeat iPhone Message Security
Apple One
Apple One might finally get a brand new service later this year
Tip
How to Change Your Default iPhone Apps
News
CARROT Weather Introduces CarPlay App and Automatic Live Activities
Goldman Sachs CEO Says Contract With Apple May End Early
Three Companies Are Now in the Running to Take Over the Apple Card
Apple Pay Now Lets You Pay Later With Synchrony [Updated]
iPhone Driver's License Support Coming to Illinois
Apple TV+ maintained ‘modest' market share during Q4 2024
Announcements
Macstock 9 is next summer. It's back again for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. Newsletter link here: https://mailchi.mp/0c81790aa2a8/macstock8-10132503?e=eb0c7039b1
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guests
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Jill McKinley is a professional in the field of enterprise software, server administration, and IT. She started her technical career in Windows but now exclusively uses a Mac in her personal life. She hosts several podcasts, including Start with Small Steps and Small Steps with God, where she offers tips and insights for a better life. Her podcast is at https://startwithsmallsteps.com and X @schmern.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Patrice Brend-Amour, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We explore the latest updates from Apple's ecosystem Our discussion starts with the Vision Pro and the release of Vision OS 2.3 beta, touching on future HomeKit integrations. We dive into gaming advancements with NVIDIA's GeForce Now for the Vision Pro and discuss video playback options,The conversation shifts to iOS updates, including the minor changes in iOS 18.2.1 and expectations for the iOS 18.3 beta. We share insights from CES, highlighting innovative products.
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We kick off with a discussion about the Vision Pro, as we explore the newly released Vision OS 2.3 beta. While there were not many standout features noted in the update, we tease a potentially exciting future integration with HomeKit, specifically for smart vacuum support. Marty provides insights into developer notes detailing a bug fix for HealthKit authorization issues, while Patrice humorously notes that the updates seem to be more of the same, referencing online jokes about the ongoing nature of software upgrades.
The conversation quickly shifts to gaming enhancements, particularly the anticipation surrounding NVIDIA's GeForce Now service coming to the Vision Pro. Ben passionately shares his excitement, mentioning how it will significantly broaden gaming capabilities through Safari integration. The hosts exchange thoughts on their gaming interests and how these new features may appeal differentially to each of them, highlighting the intersection of gaming and augmented reality.
As we move into the other applications available for Vision Pro, we discuss the best options for video playback, particularly focusing on Plex and the new features recently introduced to its app. The hosts analyze the competitive landscape of video players for Vision Pro, with each providing personal experiences and opinions on usability and functionality. Patrice raises valid points about claiming one specific app holds the ‘best’ title, emphasizing the variety of user needs and preferences.
Next, we turn our attention to recent updates on iOS, with the release of iOS 18.2.1, which introduces bug fixes without significant feature changes. We examine the implications of this update as well as the expectations for future iOS releases, like the upcoming iOS 18.3 beta. The discussion leads to a humorous exchange about the minor changes these updates bring, with the group relaying their own experiences and observations.
The episode pivots to highlight notable mentions from CES. The hosts marvel at new products, such as the Satachi Mac Mini Hub designed to ease the power button's accessibility—a point that ignites playful debate about whether this is necessary. Anchor's new charging solutions and Belkin's innovative accessories also garner attention, with the team weighing in on their utility and relevance in today's tech landscape.
Finally, we wrap up the episode with a look at Apple's recent strategic moves, including the expansion of its services like Apple One and the implications of its ongoing developments in AI with Apple Intelligence.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Seeds Second Betas of watchOS 11.3, tvOS 18.3 and visionOS 2.3 to Developers
Apple Vision Pro to Support NVIDIA's 'GeForce NOW' Cloud Gaming Service via Safari
The best Plex video player for Apple Vision Pro just got way better
This Tim Cook habit can almost fix Vision Pro’s biggest problem
Apple Releases iOS 18.2.1 With Bug Fixes
What to Expect From iOS 18.2.1, iOS 18.3, and iOS 18.4
Beta this week. Apple Releases Second Betas of iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3
Apple Seeds Second Public Betas of iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and macOS Sequoia 15.3
Apple Seeds Second Betas of watchOS 11.3, tvOS 18.3 and visionOS 2.3 to Developers
iOS 18.3 beta 2 fixes key Calculator issue introduced last fall
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Seeds Second Beta of macOS Sequoia 15.3 to Developers
Satechi's New Mac Mini Hub Solves the Power Button Problem
Dell mocked at its own press launch for copying Apple's naming convention
Dell Copies iPhone 'Pro', 'Pro Max' Naming Strategy for New PC Lineup - MacRumors
CES
Anker Launches New USB-C Portable Battery and Wall Charger With Smart Displays, Plus More Accessory Deals
Swippitt Debuts Phone Charging Hub With Automated Battery Swapper
LG Unveils UltraFine 6K Display With Thunderbolt 5 Support
This Matter-Enabled Robot Vacuum Can Pick Up Dirty Laundry - MacRumors
CES 2025: Belkin Debuts New Chargers, Audio Products and Content Creation Tools - MacRumors
Apple One got three recent additions you might have missed, here’s what’s new
News
Apple Stepping Up Plans to Expand News App to More Countries - MacRumors
Apple Intelligence Update Will Add Clarification to Prevent Fake Headline Confusion - MacRumors
Apple Says Siri Data Has Never Been Sold or Used for Marketing - MacRumors
Apple Using Shazam to Predict 50 Breakthrough Music Artists This Year - MacRumors
Disney merges Hulu Live TV service with Fubo, new sports bundle now imminent
Announcements
Macstock 9 is next summer. It's back again for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. Newsletter link here: https://mailchi.mp/0c81790aa2a8/macstock8-10132503?e=eb0c7039b1
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcasts Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com as well as Retro Rewatch with Jeff at https://RetroRewatch.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by guests Patrice Brend’Amour, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We analyze production rumors surrounding the Vision Pro and its impact on Apple’s VR/AR future, while reflecting on the media's portrayal of the device. We also speculate on potential innovations for 2025, especially in home automation, and share positive experiences with Apple Store services. Finally, we highlight the useful features of the Tips app, wrapping up with predictions for the year ahead.
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The first major topic centers around the recent news surrounding Apple's Vision Pro. We explore rumors about its production status, fueled by speculation suggesting that the first generation might be doomed. Notably, we dissect the implications of the reported production cuts and what this means for Apple's trajectory in the VR/AR landscape. Tim Cook has referred to this device as a product for early adopters, and we analyze whether the current narrative around its perceived failure holds any merit. Marty and Chuck offer insights into the media's tendency toward clickbait while alluding to historical parallels with previous Apple products that faced similar criticisms early in their life cycles.
We also highlight the exciting developments anticipated for the Vision Pro, including upgrades to Vision OS and the introduction of the M5 chip. The discussion highlights the importance of app developers in shaping the future ecosystem around the device. We agree that while the Vision Pro may have niche appeal, this is merely the beginning of a broader journey into immersive technology. Our conversation weaves through articles declaring the Vision Pro to be the product of the year while simultaneously being labeled 'doomed,' showcasing the contradictory narratives surrounding Apple’s flagship device.
Next, we pivot to Apple's performance in the hardware sector, noting the end of a 13-year streak of new product releases. Our panel speculates on what new innovations may emerge in 2025. Topics range from potential updates to existing products like the AirPods, to exciting new ventures in the home automation space. Patrice brings up the possibility of new HomeKit devices, while others share their predictions about Apple’s foray into security cameras and advanced HomePods. Chuck and Marty advocate for an integrated device that improves home interactivity and automation, paving the way for the future of smart living.
Following this, I share my recent experiences at the Apple Store, where I dealt with a screen replacement for a family member's iPhone and technical issues with my AirPods Pro. My visit illustrated the efficiency of Apple’s service, showcasing the new express replacement program and diagnostics capabilities for quick resolutions. The discussion underscores the effectiveness of Apple’s customer support and how such experiences shape user perceptions.
In a lighter segment, we touch on the utility of the Tips app available across Apple devices. I champion its often-overlooked potential, highlighting how users can access manuals and locate helpful guides for their products. With many of us frequently forgetting features, we emphasize the value this resource provides in navigating Apple’s ecosystem confidently.
We conclude the episode with some engaging banter, tying together our insights for the year ahead, and casting predictions not just for new Apple products but also for the evolution of technology in general.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Vision Pro May Now Be Out of Production - MacRumors
9to5Mac Product of the Year: Apple Vision Pro
These coming Vision Pro upgrades could lead to big 2025 success
Vision Pro Game Controllers Surreal Touch
Vision Pro demos now allow multiple users in the Apple Store. Dave discovered this during a visit this week.
Beta this week. When will Apple release iOS 18.3? - 9to5Mac
iOS 18.2.1 Coming Soon
These new iOS features are coming to your iPhone in early 2025
Dave shares his experience at the Apple Store with repairs to his Mother in Laws iPhone 15 and his AirPods Pro 2
Dave’s experience this week visiting the Apple Store for repairs. His mother in Law’s iPhone 15 had a big chip on the screen. Haven’t figured out how she did this.
It was covered by AppleCare. Interesting find when using the Apple Support. You now can get an advanced replacement if you choose. If you can’t wait for the repair you can pay $99 and Apple will send you an advance replacement iPhone. I think it's worth taking the time to bring it into the Apple Store and pay the $29.
Airpods lost connection to my iPhone flashing white light. Case replaced.
What do we expect to see in 2025? We share our thoughts and predictions.
Apple Broke a 13-Year Hardware Streak in 2024
What Do You Want to See From Apple in 2025?
Apple’s new Home products will challenge a long-standing Apple rule, here’s why
The Tips app on your devices. Tips on the App Store
AirPods Pro Hearing Test
Take a Hearing Test with AirPods Pro 2 - Apple Support
Use hearing health features with AirPods Pro 2 - Apple Support
Announcements
Macstock 9 is next summer. It's back again for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. Newsletter link here: https://mailchi.mp/0c81790aa2a8/macstock8-10132503?e=eb0c7039b1
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithio
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Patrice Brend’Amour,, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We share insights on the Vision Pro's transformative potential in fields like healthcare and productivity. We delve into iOS development with a look at the upcoming iOS 18.3, discussing new features and the importance of APIs for developers. The conversation also covers the anticipation surrounding Apple TV+ and its upcoming original content. As we shift to holiday tech gifts, we share personal anecdotes that highlight their impact. Finally, we reflect on Netflix's venture into live sports, considering its implications for the streaming landscape.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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We kick things off with a deep dive into the Apple Vision Pro, exploring its applications beyond gaming to fields such as healthcare and productivity. The team engages in a thought-provoking conversation about the device’s potential. Patrice draws from her experience in healthcare, highlighting how the Vision Pro can revolutionize medical procedures with augmented reality features that enhance surgical precision. Marty echoes this sentiment, likening the device to advancements in pilot training with the introduction of flight simulators. The discussion turns to consumer perceptions, with a consensus forming around the need for better understanding of what the Vision Pro can offer.
We also review the current state of iOS development, touching on the beta release of iOS 18.3 and some potential updates we might expect in the near future. This segment includes a breakdown of the latest features, improvements in functionality, and the importance of developers gaining access to new APIs that will enhance their applications’ capabilities. Jeff offers an optimistic perspective on the future of the Vision Pro and its role as a standalone computing platform, which could reshape how consumers evaluate computing devices.
Later in the episode, we pivot to discuss the latest updates from Apple TV+. There's excitement surrounding the mysterious event slated for January 2025 and the release of new original content. Patrice shares her enthusiasm for Apple TV+ and its ability to consistently deliver high-quality programming. The chat quickly transitions into a discussion about the larger market landscape, where we compare Apple’s growth trajectory with competitors, emphasizing how Apple is setting itself apart with original content instead of relying on nostalgic back catalogs.
The conversation takes a light-hearted turn as we discuss holiday gifts, showcasing tech gadgets that have made a remarkable impact on our daily lives. With a mix of humor and nostalgia, we recount personal experiences with new devices and what we appreciated most about them during the holiday season.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Vision Pro is driving VR use from games to healthcare productivity
Patrice, Marty, and Dave have the Vision Pro as we know, with the end of year upon us, we discuss what are our 2 favorite features, and what we would like to see in the future.
Beta this week. iOS 18.2.1 for iPhone Now Confirmed as iOS 18.3 Beta Testing Continues
Not happy with the Photos App? How to Make the iOS 18 Photos App Suck Less
How to change what the iPhone 16 Camera Control button does
21 Time-Saving iPhone Tips to Make You a More Efficient User
What did we get for Christmas? We review the great tech gifts.
Rode NT USB mini
News
Apple Set to Become First $4 Trillion Company
Apple TV+ teases mysterious announcement on the first weekend of 2025
Severance season 2 is almost here, and you can watch the first 8 minutes now
'Silo' scores a third and fourth season from Apple TV+
Netflix Scores a Touchdown: NFL Christmas Day Streams Without Any Major Issues
Announcements
Macstock 9 is next summer. It's back again for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. Newsletter link here: https://mailchi.mp/0c81790aa2a8/macstock8-10132503?e=eb0c7039b1
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Instagram and BlueSky @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guests
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com podcasts Retro Rewatch https://retrorewatch.com/ and Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Mike Potter, Chuck Joiner, and Marty Jencius. We discuss the newly released Vision OS 2.3 Beta 1. We also dive into the beta releases of iOS and iPadOS 18.3, including the intriguing integration of Chat GPT into Siri, and tackle the varying user reception of AI features like Genmoji. The discussion extends to the evolving capabilities of AirTags in tracking lost baggage, and the implications of recent Apple Mail updates. We reflect on Apple Maps' adoption in light of new features and explore the impact of AirPods following their eight-year anniversary, along with updates in Apple TV Plus programming.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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First on the agenda is the newly released Vision OS 2.3 Beta 1. We explore the lack of significant updates in this beta, with some initial snooping revealing nothing groundbreaking. However, we note an intriguing patent publication from Apple regarding design enhancements and features for the Vision Pro, including patents for patented light seals and cushions. As we speculate about the future of Vision OS, there's much excitement around the potential for an affordable next-generation headset expected by 2026.
We then shift gears to the beta releases of iOS and iPadOS 18.3, just shortly after the rollout of 18.2. The discussion touches on the latest features and improvements, including the incorporation of Chat GPT integration into Siri, which offers fascinating potential even as we consider user sentiment toward AI functionality. Our conversation reveals a varied reception to features like Genmoji, showcasing generational differences in engagement with AI technology.
Additionally, we reflect on recent advancements in the Apple ecosystem, including the increasingly integrated capabilities of AirTags, especially concerning airlines adopting tracking features for lost baggage. A noteworthy accessory for AirTags, the Time Capsule, promises ten years of battery life, highlighting user concerns about battery longevity.
Our dynamic panel contrasts user experiences with Apple Mail updates in iOS 18.2, revealing varied preferences and the impact of Gmail-inspired features. We also address the importance of Apple maintaining accessibility in their backups, especially after recent announcements regarding iCloud backup changes for older devices.
Another major topic is Apple Maps, now supporting Look Around on the web, which stimulates a broader conversation about user adoption of Apple's mapping services compared to Google Maps. We speculate about the future developments of AI functionalities, notably OpenAI's new initiative allowing voice interaction via a dedicated phone line, underscoring an effort to make AI more accessible.
To wrap up, we discuss the success and impact of the AirPods after eight years since their launch, reflecting on their evolution and market reception. We also cover some current events in Apple TV Plus programming, particularly the announcement of a second season for the series "Bad Monkey."
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 2.3 beta 1 now available, plus tvOS 18.3, watchOS 11.3
Apple is already working on visionOS 3.0 and visionOS 2.4
Today Apple won 36 patents covering Vision Pro, Embedded Optical Sensors in a Micro-led Display for a MacBook & more
Vision Pro’s Immersive Video getting big 2025 updates with new Blackmagic camera and DaVinci Resolve
Apple Likely to Make Vision Pro Lineup More Affordable in Two Ways
Beta this week.
Apple Releases First Betas of iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3
Apple Seeds First Public Betas of iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and macOS Sequoia 15.3
Chuck shares link https://www.heygen.com/
iOS 18.3: New features, release date, and more
Here is Everything New for the Apple TV in the tvOS 18.3 Update So Far
18.2
iOS 18.2: Everything You Can Do With ChatGPT Integration
Most iPhone Users Uninterested in Apple Intelligence, Survey Suggests
iOS 18.2 gives Apple Mail its biggest redesign ever, here’s everything new PSA turn off contact photos How can I remove icons from my iPhone mail list?
Airtag Topics
AirTag’s worst feature gets fixed forever by this new add-on accessory
https://amzn.to/41HdlDP
AirTag 2 Expected to Launch Next Year With 'Considerable' Upgrade to Item Tracking
AirTag just got a new feature in iOS 18.2, here’s how to use it
AirTag 2 to be far more useful, thanks to major improvement in one key area
United, Delta, and Air Canada Will Begin Supporting Find My for Lost Luggage This Week
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Seeds First Betas of macOS Sequoia 15.3 and More to Developers
PSA: macOS Sequoia 15.2 Breaks SuperDuper Bootable Backups but there is more macOS 15.2 Sequoia backup bug(s) affecting Time Machine, CCC, and more
News
Apple Released the Original AirPods Eight Years Ago Today
PSA: iCloud Backups No Longer Available for iPhones and iPads Running iOS 8 or Earlier
Apple Maps on the Web Gains 'Look Around' Support
You can now call ChatGPT using your phone line
Bad Monkey season 2 is coming to Apple TV+
Apple Arcade’s top 2024 games hint at surprisingly thriving service
Announcements
Macstock 9 is next summer, It’s back again with 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. Newsletter link here: https://mailchi.mp/0c81790aa2a8/macstock8-10132503?e=eb0c7039b1
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guests
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. The release of iOS 18.2 and Vision OS 2.2. We explore enhancements for the Vision Pro headset, which was named Popular Science's "Innovation of the Year," and discuss the headset's gaming potential and possible collaboration with Sony. We review key features of the latest iOS update, including Apple Intelligence tools, improved camera controls, and the new Genmoji. Additionally, we discuss the integration of ChatGPT in macOS applications and highlight updates for Apple Watch and HomePod.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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As we kick things off, we share excitement about the recent release of iOS 18.2 and its accompanying features, including the eagerly discussed Vision OS 2.2. This update introduces significant enhancements for users of Apple's Vision Pro headset, enabling a more immersive experience with support for ultra-wide displays equivalent to high-end 5K monitors.
We delve into the nuances of the Vision Pro's latest recognition as Popular Science's "Innovation of the Year," highlighting its advanced display system and the impact of generative features on user experiences. Our conversation takes an engaging turn as we explore how Apple's focus on gaming could reshape the Vision Pro's future. Speculation about a potential collaboration with Sony to support VR gaming controllers adds an exciting layer to our discussions on the headset’s capabilities.
As we pivot to the latest iOS update, we review noteworthy features like the implementation of Apple Intelligence tools, improvements to the camera controls, and the introduction of Genmoji, which sparks differing opinions among us. We emphasize the enhanced mail categorization features, addressing how these changes could streamline email management for users.
Then, we share insights on the latest happenings in the world of macOS, including the addition of ChatGPT integration across Apple’s productivity apps, providing an exciting shift in usability and user engagement. The conversation continues to touch on the new features rolled out for Apple Watch and HomePod, indicating Apple’s ongoing commitment to enhancing user experience across its device ecosystem.
As we wind down, we turn our focus to Microsoft’s recent announcements, spotlighting new capabilities that enhance integration between iPhones and Windows PCs, proving that interoperability is becoming increasingly important. Lastly, we share our predictions and expectations for upcoming Apple products and software, building anticipation for future episodes filled with even more exciting technological advancements.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week. Apple Releases visionOS 2.2 With Ultrawide Mac Virtual Display
Apple Vision Pro Named 2024 'Innovation of the Year
Apple Vision Pro apps get a 5G boost with visionOS 2.
Other info Apple eyes PlayStation VR2 controllers for Vision Pro update
Apple hopes to save Vision Pro with a fresh gaming strategy
Beta this week. PSA: There's an update available for users running iOS 18.2 RC
iOS 18.3 beta release date: Here’s when to expect the next update
It's release week! iOS18.2 and others were released. We reviewed some of the changes.
iOS 18.2
Apple Releases iOS 18.2 and iPadOS 18.2 With Genmoji, Image Playground, Siri ChatGPT and More
Dave’s pet peeve with mail How to Turn Off Mail Categories in iOS 18.2
iOS 18.2 now available: Here are Apple’s full release notes on what’s new
iOS 18.2 Features: Everything New in iOS 18.2
iOS 18.2 Brings Layered Voice Memo Recordings to iPhone 16 Pro
iOS 18.2: New features for your iPhone (other than AI)
New iOS 18.2 feature will ‘change the way we make music forever,’ says Bublé
iOS 18.2 Includes New Find My Option for Sharing Lost Luggage Location With Airlines
iOS 18.2 Mail Sorting Features Strangely Absent on iPad and Mac
Apple Releases watchOS 11.2
Apple Releases HomePod Software 18.2 With Natural Language Search for Apple Music
Apple Releases tvOS 18.2 With Snoopy Screen Savers and Projector Support
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases macOS Sequoia 15.2 With New Apple Intelligence Features
macOS Sequoia 15.2 Confirms New M4 MacBook Air Models Are Coming
News
Keynote, Pages, and Numbers Get Apple Intelligence Features
New Apple TV and HomePod Mini Launching in 2025
iCloud+ Storage Prices Increased in 10 Countries This Year
Several Apple TV+ Shows Score Golden Globe Nominations
Microsoft Teams for iPad now supports external webcams
Microsoft introduces feature that enables file sharing between iPhone and Windows PCs
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Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by guests Holden DePardo, Jill McKinley, Guy Serle, and Marty Jencius. We discuss the fourth beta of VisionOS 2.2, sharing insights on new features like ultra-wide virtual display support and improved Siri functionality, as well as our experiences with the Vision Pro headset.The conversation covers the latest betas of iOS and macOS, focusing on new features like Genmoji and enhancements in privacy and messaging. We also evaluate the Mac Mini's capabilities, highlighting its versatility. Finally, we reflect on Tim Cook's recent interview about AI and Apple's ongoing commitment to user privacy.
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This week, we focus on the fascinating new advancements in macOS, the Vision Pro headset, and the latest beta releases.
Our conversation kicks off with a deep dive into the fourth beta of VisionOS 2.2. The release introduces improved features like ultra-wide virtual display support, enhanced Siri functionality, and corrections to earlier bugs. As early adopters of the Vision Pro, we share our experiences and explore the new capabilities of the headset, including the much-anticipated multi-view option for watching sports and clearer pass-through visuals. We also discuss the latest in mixed-reality applications, mentioning how companies like Porsche are harnessing the power of Vision Pro for innovative product unveilings.
Transitioning into software updates, we dissect the new beta versions of iOS, iPadOS, tvOS, and watchOS. The discussion highlights features like Genmoji, a visually striking emoji experience, and improvements in Siri's integration with generative AI tools. Our guests share personal insights on how these features perform in real-world applications, with a particular focus on the image-processing capabilities and notification summaries.
An important highlight of the episode is our assessment of the Mac Mini, as its recent release has sparked much excitement. Holden and Jill share their firsthand experiences with their new machines, emphasizing the power and flexibility of this compact desktop solution. The conversation naturally evolves into discussing the practicality of using the Mac Mini with the Vision Pro, showcasing its versatile use case for content creation and productivity.
In addition to the hardware focus, we explore software enhancements, including Apple's efforts to improve privacy through private MAC addresses and expansions of RCS messaging on iPhones, which aim to bridge the communication gap between iOS and Android users. The potential impact of Apple's push into more integrated messaging experiences is analyzed, particularly in light of recent updates.
Wrapping up the episode, we touch on Tim Cook's recent interview, where he discusses AI, the future of Vision Pro, and the continual evolution of Apple’s product design philosophy. Our discussion of Cook's vision reinforces the company's commitment to advancing user technology while maintaining a focus on privacy and user experience.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week. Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of visionOS 2.2 to Developers With Ultrawide Mac Virtual Display
visionOS 2.2 Adds Support for Watching Five Sports Games at Once With Multiview
Apple Vision Pro Pre-Orders Go Live in Taiwan Ahead of Dec 17 Launch
Apple Vision Pro has completely changed how Porsche unveils sports cars in two ways - 9to5Mac
Coming soon to Apple Vision Pro: mixed reality hit game 'Little Cities: Diorama' [out now]
Whats new with Vision Pro RC: visionOS 2.2 RC Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation
Beta this week. Apple Seeds Release Candidate Versions of iOS 18.2 and More With Genmoji, Image Playground and ChatGPT Integration
iOS 18.2 Lets You Use Natural Language Search in Apple Music and Apple TV
iOS 18.2 Expands AirPods Pro 2 Hearing Test Feature to Nine Countries
watchOS 11.2 Lets You Pause iPhone Video With Camera Remote App
Apple releases RC betas for tvOS 18.2, visionOS 2.2, watchOS 11.2, here’s what to expect
Here Are Apple's Full Release Notes for iOS 18.2 - MacRumors
In Touch With Mac this week
Apple Releases iCloud Passwords Add-On for Firefox - MacRumors
Holden and Jill discuss their new Mac Mini.Dave and Marty have theirs but Guy really needs one hes outnumbered.
Did you know? Use private Wi-Fi addresses on Apple devices
Send and Receive RCS Messages on iPhone
Smallest Mac yet is perfect Apple Vision Pro companion with the right battery pack
Link to Battery Pack: https://amzn.to/3OJUbFM
Tip to solve a frustration: Stop Live Activities Taking Over Your Apple Watch Face
iPhone SE Now Over 1,000 Days Old as New Model Edges Closer
News
Apple CEO Tim Cook Opens Up About AI Plans, Vision Pro Future, and More in New Interview
Apple Card Savings Account gets another interest rate cut
Your Apple Music Replay yearly recap for 2024 is now available
iPhone Driver's License Support in Wallet Expands to New Mexico
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Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guests
Holden DePardo His Apple and tech known brings great insights to the show.
Guy Serle is the host of the MyMac Podcast and the (hopefully) reconstituted Guy’s Daily Drive…which isn’t daily, but is done by driving so half accurate. email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677
Jill McKinley is a professional in the field of enterprise software, server administration, and IT. She started her technical career in Windows but now exclusively uses a Mac in her personal life. She hosts several podcasts, including Start with Small Steps and Small Steps with God, where she offers tips and insights for a better life. Her podcast is at https://startwithsmallsteps.com and X @schmern.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Patrice Brend'amour,, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. We discuss the Apple Vision Pro headset, exploring its historical patent context and market predictions estimating a $4.5 billion spatial computing market by 2024. The panel debates the implications of the Vision Pro's $3,500 price point on adoption. We also cover updates in iOS 18.2 beta, product reviews of Scosche’s new car mounts, and recent automotive news regarding CarPlay integration in GM vehicles and Mercedes-Benz's Apple Watch app.
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We explore a variety of topics, beginning with a recap of how Thanksgiving was celebrated differently across continents, specifically highlighting Patrice's Austrian experience.
Our main focus this week revolves around the Apple Vision Pro headset, as the panelists share their personal insights. We reflect on the fascinating history behind an Apple patent from 2008 that hinted at the Vision Pro's eventual manifestation. This leads to a discussion about how Apple’s innovative trajectory is often obscured by the complexity of technological advancements over time, suggesting that multiple factors, primarily the maturation of the relevant technologies, contribute to long development cycles.
We further examine market predictions for the Vision Pro, highlighting research by Omdia that estimates the global spatial computing market could be worth approximately $4.5 billion by 2024. Each panelist shares their perspective on the Vision Pro's pricing and potential popularity, debating whether its $3,500 price tag could effectively deter broader market adoption. Notably, we discuss the phenomenon of Apple's slow-burn strategy, where they aim for gradual market penetration rather than immediate blockbuster sales.
The episode also touches upon updates in iOS 18.2 beta, primarily focused on enhancements in Apple Mail, which now offers automated inbox sorting and drafting capabilities. Our conversation reveals varied experiences with Apple Mail, with some panelists praising its improvements while others remain critical of its limitations compared to competing email clients.
Transitioning to product reviews, I share insights about Skosh’s new car mount products, including the innovative Magic Flask that combines functionality with convenience, allowing users to secure their phones while on the go. The panelists dive into the nuances of car mounts and discuss strengths and weaknesses to aid listeners in making informed choices.
The discussion then shifts to the latest news in the automotive space concerning CarPlay and its integration into GM vehicles. We highlight how a third-party kit attempts to restore CarPlay functionality in GM's Ultium EVs—a provocative development given GM's previous abandonment of support for the feature. The conversation continues with further examination of Mercedes-Benz's new Apple Watch app and the potential implications for car owners seeking seamless connectivity.
In our concluding segments, we reflect on industry trends, including Apple’s scaling back of its Product Red initiatives and the growing reliance on eSIM technology. The episode wraps up with a focus on the significance of identifying and utilizing innovative applications within Apple’s ecosystem.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
A forgotten Apple patent reveals the original idea for the Vision Pro | Digital Trends and Apple has been working on Vision Pro since at least 2008 and MacWorld Apple is most dangerous when it shows up late
The Apple Vision Pro’s sales could take off as spatial computing market expands
Apple in talks to upgrade a sports stadium for live Vision Pro immersive video
Beta this week. iOS 18.2 Apple Mail gets major redesign: 3 biggest updates
Here’s everything coming from Apple this December, and what not to expec]t
Apple Announces 2024 App Store Awards Finalists, Including Kino
Dave Gives a review of Scosche products.
MagicMount™ Flask
Car Mounts
Scosche MPQMRDV-SP MagicMount Charge Pro Qi2 MagSafe Car Mount
MagicMount™ Charge Elite 3-in-1
News
GM's mission to eliminate Android Auto and CarPlay has been thwarted by this clever third-party kit [Gallery] - Video WAMS is proud to... - White Automotive & Media Services | Facebook
Mercedes-Benz unveils all-new Apple Watch app
Porsche Still Has No Imminent Plans to Launch Next-Generation CarPlay Despite 2023 Preview
Next-Generation CarPlay Images With Audi Logo Appear in EU Database
You Can Now Upload Videos Directly to YouTube With iOS Share Sheet Integration
You Can Now Upload Videos Directly to YouTube With iOS Share Sheet Integration -
Here's How the Apple Card Savings Account's Interest Rate Compares to Major Competitors
iPhone Sales Stall Despite Global Smartphone Market Recovery - MacRumors
Apple Has Scaled Back (PRODUCT)RED Color Option Over Past Few Years
Apple Reportedly Plans to Remove iPhone's SIM Card Tray in More Countries Next Year
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Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Guy Serle, Eric Erickson, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. We discuss Apple's latest updates, focusing on the Vision Pro and Vision OS 2.1.1. We delve into the unique features of the Vision Pro, the importance of timely security updates across devices, and Jeff's challenges with HomeKit. The panel also reviews new beta features and a recently introduced inactivity reboot for iPhones aimed at security. Dave shared thoughts on the M4 Pro Mac Mini as a cost-effective desktop solution. Important Security updates iOS 18.1.1 & iPadOS 18.1.1 Security Updates Released.
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In this episode of In Touch with iOS, I had the privilege of hosting a vibrant discussion with a full panel of guests: Guy Serle returning from a refreshing vacation in Florida, Eric Erickson from For Mac Eyes Only, regular contributor Marty Jencius, and Jeff Gamet. We dove deep into the recent updates from Apple, particularly surrounding the Vision Pro and its software iterations.
We opened the conversation by detailing the rollout of Vision OS 2.1.1, a minor yet essential update focused mainly on security patches and bug fixes. As we navigated through the mechanics of these updates, the panel shared their experiences using the Vision Pro. Eric, a Mac aficionado, expressed interest in trying out the Vision Pro, while we highlighted its unique features that enhance user interaction with Mac displays via spatial computing. The discussion noted that even as Apple seeks to innovate with Vision Pro, there remains a perception that the software experience can still seem awkward for new users.
Next, we transitioned into a crucial topic of security updates that were rolled out across various Apple devices, including iOS 18.1.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.1.1. The severity of the vulnerabilities addressed in these updates became evident through our discussions, emphasizing the importance of staying updated to safeguard personal data. I passionately stressed the necessity for users to implement these updates without hesitation, particularly given the risks involved with outdated software.
Jeff shared his saga with HomeKit, discussing ongoing challenges he faced while trying to add new accessories to his setup. This segment turned into a larger discussion on the frustrations of home automation, with every panelist contributing their own stories and insights about the complexities and fragilities of systems like HomeKit. As we explored Jeff's journey, it became clear how critical it is for developers to recognize these user experiences to enhance reliability moving forward.
We also touched upon the latest beta releases, highlighting new features including enhanced emoji integrations and AI-driven tools in Apple's ecosystem that promise to enrich user interactions. Marty shared some humorously awkward stories of experimenting with the image playground features, and we reflected on the larger implications of Apple's ongoing beta developments, especially concerning user proficiency and experience.
In a more tech-savvy vein, I led a conversation about a recently issued inactivity reboot feature aimed at bolstering security for lost or stolen iPhones, sparked by a researcher reverse-engineering Apple's implementation. The group's discussion unveiled contrasting views about the four-day timeframe for this reboot and whether it truly met user security needs.
I shared some insights from my recent experiences with the new Mac Mini powered by M4 Pro, lauding its performance and compact design, while encouraging the audience to consider this impressive offering as an affordable alternative for desktop setups.
Finally, we wrapped up the episode reflecting on recent news in the tech world, including Apple's acknowledgment of Billie Eilish as their Artist of the Year and Comcast's latest corporate restructuring. Our conversations were punctuated by humor and camaraderie, reinforcing the community spirit that makes In Touch with iOS so engaging.
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In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases visionOS 2.1.1
visionOS 2.2 beta 3 now available to Apple Vision Pro users
Apple Vision Pro needs something bigger than a software update | Macworld
New Vision Pro Stand UPERGO Dock Stand for Apple Vision Pro
Important Security updates iOS 18.1.1 & iPadOS 18.1.1 Security Updates Released
PSA: iOS 17.7.2 brings security fixes to older iPhones and iPads
Beta this week. iOS 18.2 Beta 4 was released.
Apple Releases Fourth Betas of iOS 18.2 and More With Genmoji, Image Playground and ChatGPT Integration [Update: Public Betas Available
iOS 18.2 beta 4: Here's what's new
HomeKit Saga. Jeff has been working with Apple engineers he discusses this.
Links Jeff mentioned.
Philips Hue dimmer switch https://amzn.to/4eD3ZvK
Light switch covers https://amzn.to/495VHv5
Apple quietly added 'Inactivity Reboot' in iOS 18.1 to safeguard a lost or stolen iPhone
Researcher reverse engineers new iPhone security feature 'Inactivity Reboot'
In Touch with Mac This week
M4 Mac mini two weeks later: The invisible Mac that does it all
Satechi M4 Mac mini stand and hub: Up to 4TB extra storage, SD card slot, USB ports
Mac Mini Mounts https://amzn.to/40YwdOl
News
Apple Ending Support for Safari Bookmark Syncing on iOS 10 and Earlier
Apple Dropping Support for iCloud Backups on iPhones and iPads Running iOS 8 and Earlier
Get iMazing https://imazing.com/
AT&T Turbo Indicator Showing Up in iPhone Status Bar for Subscribers
Comcast Officially Spins Off MSNBC, USA Network, & Other Cable Networks into a New Company
Comcast press release Comcast Announces Intention to Create Leading Independent Media Business Through Spin-Off of Select Cable Television Networks
Billie Eilish Again Named Apple Music's Artist of the Year
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Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guests
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast and the (hopefully) reconstituted Guy’s Daily Drive…which isn’t daily, but is done by driving so half accurate. email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677
Eric Erickson is producer and co-host of the For Mac Eyes Only podcast. Email him at eric@formaceyesonly.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig. We discuss the latest updates in the Apple ecosystem, including the Vision Pro's new beta features and enhancements in Final Cut Pro. Our conversation covers Apple's immersive music experience with The Weeknd, upcoming iOS 18.2 features, and the impact of recent streaming changes, all while unpacking themes of user accessibility and consumer empowerment.
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In this episode of In Touch with iOS, we dive into the latest developments in the Apple ecosystem, discussing exciting updates across various devices including the iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and the new Vision Pro headset. I'm joined by Jill McKinley, Ben Roethig, and Marty Jencius, each bringing their unique insights as we navigate the tech landscape.
We kick off our conversation with the recent developments in the Apple Vision Pro, focusing on the second beta of Vision OS which has introduced the ultra-wide Mac virtual display feature. The team shares their experiences with the beta updates, highlighting the ease of installation and exploring new functionalities such as spatial editing in Final Cut Pro. Jill and Marty provide their thoughts on how these features can elevate video editing, particularly in the realm of spatial video.
Next, we turn our attention to Apple's latest immersive music experience featuring the artist The Weeknd. Jill shares her firsthand experience with spatial video concepts and how Apple's technology could revolutionize how we consume music content. The discussion shifts to the new features in Final Cut Pro and the potential implications for content creators, especially with the introduction of AI-driven tools for video manipulation.
As we transition to the upcoming iOS 18.2 and its beta versions, we discuss several new features that aim to enhance user experience. The ability to share AirTag locations with trusted contacts, improvements in battery management, and the more powerful capabilities for AirPods are among the highlights. I express enthusiasm about Apple's commitment to accessibility and user empowerment through technology, such as the integration of ChatGPT functionality into AirPods.
The conversation also includes speculation about the next generation of Vision Pro headsets, potential releases in the smart home space, and Apple's dedication to privacy and security. As we discuss Apple's approach to self-repair programs and the implications for user experience, it becomes clear that while DIY repairs might not be for everyone, the availability of genuine parts is a significant step towards consumer empowerment.
We conclude the episode with reflections on the implications of recent news in the streaming landscape, such as Amazon's decision to shut down Freevi and integrate content into Prime Video. This leads to an engaging dialogue about how these changes are reflective of broader industry trends and consumer preferences.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Seeds Second Beta of visionOS 2.2 to Developers With Ultrawide Mac Virtual Display Final Cut Pro and Vimeo added spacial video
The Weeknd's 'Open Hearts' Immersive Music Experience Launches on Apple Vision Pro
What is the cost breakdown of the Vision Pro? Here's How Much It Costs Apple to Make a Vision Pro Headset - MacRumors Teardown Vision Pro Teardown—Why Those Fake Eyes Look So Weird
Gurman: Apple Vision Pro 2 on track for release between Fall 2025 and Spring 2026
Beta this week. iOS18.2 Beta 3 is released this week. Apple Releases Third Betas of iOS 18.2 and More With Genmoji, Image Playground and ChatGPT Integration
Apple Seeds Second Public Betas of iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.2 With New Apple Intelligence Features
18 New Things Your iPhone Can Do in iOS 18.2
iOS 18.2 makes AirPods more powerful than ever, here’s why
Apple just released new AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 firmware for all users [U]
Apple teams up with airlines for new ‘Share Item Location’ AirTags feature in iOS 18.2
Apple Announces iOS 18.2's New AirTag Location Sharing Feature Coming to These 15+ Airlines
Apple Might Make Smart Home Products Like Cameras
In Touch With Mac this week: Dave’s impressions of the Mac Mini he bought this past week.
Apple explains why the M4 Mac mini power button is located on the bottom
iFixit teardown reveals new Mac mini has a 'repairable future' despite compact design
M4 Mac mini teardown shows future upgradability in a seriously packed package
News
Apple Releases Final Cut Pro 11 for Mac
How to Tell If You're Using a Slow iPhone Charger
Apple Music Classical Updated With CarPlay and Siri Support
This is what it costs to repair your own iPhone 16 or 16 Pro
iOS 18 Security Feature Causes iPhone to Reboot After Three Days of Inactivity
Apple Releases iPhone 16 and 16 Pro Parts for Do-It-Yourself Repairs
Amazon is Officially Shutting Down Its Free Streaming Service Freevee | Cord Cutters News
Apple Arcade Adding These 15 New Games Through Early January
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Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Jill McKinley is a professional in the field of enterprise software, server administration, and IT. She started her technical career in Windows but now exclusively uses a Mac in her personal life. She hosts several podcasts, including Start with Small Steps and Small Steps with God, where she offers tips and insights for a better life. Her podcasts are at https://abetterlifeinsmallsteps.com/ and YouTube Start with Small Steps and X @schmern.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We discuss the Vision Pro's new Virtual Display capabilities, Belkin's affordable travel case, and Apple's retail strategy changes amidst sales slowdowns. The team reviews iOS 18.2 beta features, the excitement around M4 Mac Minis, and ongoing debates about Apple Watch functionalities. We also analyze GM's decision to phase out CarPlay and reflect on the future of streaming services, concluding with a tribute to tech icon Elwood Edwards. You Got Mail voice from AOL.
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In this episode of In Touch with iOS, we dive deep into the latest developments in Apple's ecosystem, guided by our host, Dave Ginsburg, alongside panelists Ben Roethig, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and a surprise guest, Kelly Guimont. The discussion kicks off with the buzz surrounding the newly released Vision Pro’s Virtual Display features, including the recently added wide and ultra-wide options that have excited beta users. I share my first hands-on experiences with the new functionality, describing how it effectively allows the Vision Pro to function as an external display for Macs, simulating the feel of multiple 4K displays right in your workspace. The enthusiastic reactions from the team, especially those who have been actively testing the features, highlight the potential impact this will have on productivity.
As we transition to upcoming accessories, we explore Belkin's newly launched travel case for the Vision Pro. At a more accessible price point than Apple's offerings, the Belkin case has generated positive feedback for its quality and design. Marty shares personal insights on headset cases and which options he prefers for travel, suggesting practical solutions tailored to frequent travelers.
The conversation shifts gears as we touch on the recent changes in Apple’s retail strategy for the Vision Pro demo areas. In light of some reports suggesting a slowdown in sales, Apple appears to be consolidating display setups in local stores. We analyze the implications of such a shift, especially in busy urban markets versus smaller retail locations, and the overall customer engagement in-store.
Shifting our focus back to software, we discuss the features introduced with the iOS 18.2 beta, such as enhanced support for image manipulation with Genmoji and the integrations with ChatGPT. The initial impressions emerge—while amusing, these features still feel like they are in infancy, and genuine utility might take a while to be realized. We recount hilarious attempts at generating images and the peculiar outputs they yielded, underscoring the quirks of AI-driven technology.
The discussion spins back to hardware with news of the M4 Mac Minis hitting stores, and I share my excitement over my reservation for the M4 Pro variant. Together with insights from various team members who plan to upgrade their machines, we reflect on the remarkable performance benchmarks and versatility of these new devices. Marty enthusiastically details the specs of his new setup while also expressing the anticipation for the next level—potentially the M4 Ultra.
In light of Apple's recent shifts in trading values and end-of-life decisions surrounding older models, we also talk about ongoing debates regarding Apple Watch features and the return of key functionalities in newer models. As we explore the collaborative tension between Apple and companies like Masimo, we emphasize the urgent need for resolution so that consumers could benefit from fully functional devices.
A lively dialogue ensues about GM's controversial decision to phase out CarPlay in favor of its in-house software system. The panel fiercely debates the consumer implications of this move and stresses the importance of software integration in modern vehicles, highlighting that the prevailing consumer preference lies firmly with established ecosystems like Apple’s.
As we wrap up, I offer my thoughts on the evolving nature of streaming services and the industry's crackdown on password sharing, allowing insights into how that could shape user behaviors moving forward. The discussion ends with heartfelt nostalgia as we remember Elwood Edwards, the voice of AOL's iconic "You've Got Mail," highlighting the lasting impact of technology on our lives even as it evolves.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
visionOS 2.2 Beta Adds Wide and Ultrawide Modes to Mac Virtual Display
Testing the Vision Pro With New Ultrawide Display Option in visionOS 2.2
Belkin Launches New Travel Bag for Apple Vision Pro
Hands on with Belkin's Vision Pro strap that Apple didn't want to make
Apple Consolidating Vision Pro Demo Areas in Stores Amid Rumors of Slowing Sales and Reduced Production
Case for Vision Pro Marty recommended. https://amzn.to/3UINW8H
Beta this week. iOS 18.2 Beta 2
Apple Releases Second Betas of iOS 18.2 and More With Genmoji, Image Playground and ChatGPT Integration - MacRumors
I put Apple Image Playground to the test, and it's much better than I expected
Everything New in the iOS 18.2 Beta
Apple Seeds First Public Betas of iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.2 With New Apple Intelligence Features
iOS 18.2 Lets You Track Progress of Safari Downloads on Lock Screen
iOS 18.2 Could Show How Long Your iPhone Will Take to Charge
Apple Preparing for Upcoming Siri Onscreen Awareness Feature With New iOS 18.2 API for Developers
Find My Gains Option to Share Lost Item Location With an 'Airline or Trusted Person' in iOS 18.2
Apple Seeds watchOS 11.2 Beta to Developers [Download]
Apple Preparing to Add New Screen Savers to tvOS 18.2, Including Snoopy and More
tvOS 18.2 Beta Adds Support for 21:9 Projector Aspect Ratio
In Touch With Mac. The reviews are in all new Macs hit stores November 8, 2024 what's the consensus? Dave is picking up a Mac Mini tomorrow.
M4 Pro Mac mini review: Remarkably small and incredibly powerful
Review: M4 and M4 Pro Mac minis are probably Apple’s best Mac minis ever
Thoughts on the M4 iMac, and making peace with the death of the 27-inch model
M4/M4 Pro MacBook Pro review: Brighter, clearer, faster
macOS High Power Mode comes to MacBook Pro and Mac mini with M4 Pro
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How to Fix iPhone Notes Disappearing After Accepting New iCloud Terms
Apple Adjusts Trade-In Values for Select iPad and Apple Watch Models
RIP, Apple Stickers (Kind Of)
Apple Continues Working to Get Blood Oxygen Sensing Back in U.S. Apple Watches as Next Masimo Trial Begins
GM Again Attempts to Explain Its Decision to Drop CarPlay in New EVs
Carplay Wireless Adapter mentioned https://amzn.to/3YMeerU
Max is about to tell password sharers they have to pay more
AOL’s ‘You’ve Got Mail’ voice, Elwood Edwards, dies at age 74 you've got mail - Instant Sound Effect Button
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner,, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. We start by analyzing Apple’s quarterly earnings, revealing a $95 billion revenue with a significant tax charge, prompting a discussion on the company's financial health. We then transition to the technological advancements in Apple's Vision Pro and its upcoming features. Our conversation also covers the beta release of iOS 18.2, highlighting new tools like Playground and Genmoji while addressing beta testing experiences. Furthermore, we discuss the introduction of new Macs powered by the M4 chip and their impact on the market, before concluding with reflections on iOS 18.1.
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Recorded on Halloween evening, the camaraderie is palpable as we light-heartedly reflect on spooky holiday traditions before diving into a jam-packed agenda that includes Apple’s recent earnings report and the introduction of new products.
We kick off our conversation by unpacking Apple’s quarterly earnings call, which revealed a revenue of $95 billion—a 6% annual increase. However, a notable twist was the one-time charge of $14.8 billion linked to a European tax case, significantly impacting our discussion on Apple’s financial health. We explore the implications of these numbers, considering shifts in iPhone and Mac sales alongside the steady growth of Apple’s services sector. Each of us shares insights and reactions, highlighting analyst questions and the predictably guarded responses from Apple’s executives.
Transitioning from financials to technology advancements, we delve into the recent developments in Apple's Vision Pro. The release of Vision Pro 2.1 and its compatibility with Apple’s software updates starts the discussion regarding the headset's features and the expected influence of Mac virtual display capabilities. Chuck and Marty reflect on their experiences and expectations for future enhancements in this space.
As the conversation shifts to the beta release of iOS 18.2 later in the show, we cover new features around Apple Intelligence. This includes the introduction of tools like Playground and Genmoji, which allow for creative image manipulation and enhanced user interaction. With so many users eager to explore these new capabilities, Marty sheds light on some of the hurdles he has faced while waiting for access, igniting a candid dialogue about user experience and beta testing frustrations.
The excitement continues with discussions about the newly announced Macs. The introduction of the latest iMac and Mac Mini—equipped with the M4 chip—sparks a passionate exchange about their specifications and value as entry-level computers. Chuck expresses his enthusiasm for the Mac Mini's portable design, while Marty shares plans to acquire one for himself. As we reflect on Apple’s approach to product announcements, we also touch on how this segmented rollout provides focused attention on individual devices.
Additionally, the new MacBook Pro models with M4 Pro and M4 Max chips are unveiled, leading to reflections on their enhanced performance metrics and prolonged battery life. The emphasis shifts to the versatility for both professional and casual users, generating a lively debate about current needs versus future-proofing investments.Lastly, we explore the realm of iOS with the rollout of iOS 18.1, discussing Apple Intelligence enhancements, user interface changes, and how they aim to improve user experience significantly. Jeff and Marty share personal anecdotes about their interactions with the enhancements, including improved Siri capabilities and photo functionalities.
In closing, our dialogue encapsulates a wealth of information and insight on Apple developments across hardware and software. With new products to explore and updates to navigate, this episode is a treasure trove of insights for Apple enthusiasts and everyday users alike. We invite listeners to join us next week as we continue our exploration into the ever-evolving Apple landscape.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases visionOS 2.1
Apple Announces Vision Pro Launching in Two More Countries Next Month - MacRumors
Proton VPN Launches Native Apple TV App, Adds Vision Pro Support - MacRumors
Beta this week. iOS 18.2 Beta 1 continues
Everything New in iOS 18.2 Beta 1 - MacRumors
10 New Things Your iPhone Can Do in iOS 18.2 - MacRumors
iOS 18.2 will arrive in December — with ChatGPT, Visual Intelligence and more | Tom's Guide
Apple Earnings Call.
Apple’s Q424 results: $95B revenue–with a twist
Apple's Q4 2024 Earnings Call Takeaways
In touch with Macs this week. We discussed all the Mac announcements.
All Announcements
Apple Announcements Recap: M4 iMac, Mac Mini, and MacBook Pro
Specs discovered
M4 vs. M4 Pro vs. M4 Max Chip Buyer's Guide: Which Should You Choose?
PSA: Update your Mac before buying a USB-C Magic Mouse, Trackpad, or Keyboard
Unlike iPhone 16 Models, Apple's M4 Macs Lack Wi-Fi 7 Support
Hands-On Photos and Videos of the Much Smaller Mac Mini and More
New MacBook Pros and iMac Feature Upgraded Cameras With 'Center Stage' and 'Desk View' Support
New MacBook Pros Feature Brighter Displays Outdoors, Also Even Dimmer in Low Light
Entire Mac Lineup Now Starts With at Least 16GB RAM, Ending 8GB Era
MacBook Pro Now Features Up to 24 Hours Battery Life—Longest Ever in a Mac
MacBook Pro Now Available With Nano-Texture Display for First Time
Apple Announces MacBook Air Now Starts With Increased 16GB of RAM With No Price Increase
Apple Announces M4 Max Chip: Up to 16-Core CPU, Up to 40-Core GPU, Up to 128GB of RAM, and More
Mac Mini vs. Mac Studio Buyer's Guide: 25+ Differences Compared
Announcement Videos
MacBook Pro Announcement - October 30
Mac mini Announcement - October 29
iMac Announcement - October 28
iOS 18.1
iOS 18.1: Here are Apple's full release notes on what's new
iOS 18.1 makes Apple Photos better in three key ways, here’s what’s new
Tim Cook: iPhone users adopting iOS 18.1 twice as fast as iOS 17.1
iPhone Users Updating to iOS 18.1 Twice as Fast as iOS 17.1 Following Apple Intelligence Launch
News
Parallels Desktop brings Apple Intelligence Writing Tools to Windows apps
HomePod Controller for HomeKit 7.2 introduces a host of new features for iOS 18
Vision Pro Pins Vision Pro – Glitchbits
Announcements
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
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Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Jim McKinley, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. We provide an in-depth look at the Apple Vision Pro, examining the impact of the recent Vision OS 2.0 beta software on developers and users. The introduction of Vision Pro app by Vimeo and its implications for spatial video is a key highlight, along with reflections on Apple's software Plus more strategy amid market challenges. We also discuss the new iPad mini 7 equipped with the A17 Pro chip, considering its potential for creative professionals and its compatibility with powerful applications. updates on iOS 18.1 and 18.2, focusing on the innovative features offered by Apple Intelligence.
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This week's episode of In Touch with iOS features an engaging panel discussion with Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, and Marty Jencius, alongside our host, Dave Ginsberg. We dive into the latest news and developments surrounding the Apple ecosystem, starting with our main focus: the Apple Vision Pro. The discussion covers the recent release candidates for Vision OS, exploring the impact of the second seed of Vision OS 2.0 on developers and users alike. The panel shares their experiences with the beta software, highlighting both its potential and the challenges that have arisen, such as the lack of significant new applications since the device's launch.
A noteworthy topic is Vimeo's introduction of a Vision Pro app that brings spatial video support to the platform, contrasting it with YouTube's decision not to develop an app. The panel expresses excitement about the immersive capabilities this presents to users and the broader implications for content creation and sharing on the Vision Pro. As we navigate through various concerns raised in media reports about the Vision Pro's market performance and software development ecosystem, we consider Apple's long-term strategy and resilience in the face of skepticism.
Shifting gears, we discuss the release of the iPad mini 7, which features the powerful A17 Pro chip, and its compatibility with professional applications like Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro. The panel debates the practical applications of using such power on a smaller device and shares their personal experiences with iPads for creative work. This conversation seamlessly leads into a talk about iOS 18.1 and the upcoming 18.2 updates, particularly the incorporation of Apple Intelligence features which promise to enhance productivity through tools like smart replies and automated summaries.
Throughout the episode, our conversation touches on the implications of recent changes in services like Hulu and Disney Plus regarding subscription models and their integration with Apple's App Store. The panel reflects on the shifting landscape of content consumption and the evolving relationship between tech companies and media services.
In closing, we take a moment to highlight the significance of experimenting with new technologies, be it through free trials of carriers like AT&T or the willingness to embrace beta features, as we all seek to navigate the rapidly changing tech environment. Each panelist shares their thoughts on what lies ahead, from new product launches to personal experiences with various Apple products, framing a discussion filled with insights and anticipation for technological advancements.
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In Touch With Vision Pro this week. Apple Seeds Second visionOS 2.1 Release Candidate
Vimeo Releases Vision Pro App With Spatial Video Support After YouTube Shuns Apple's Headset
Apple Headset Stalls, Struggles to Attract Killer Apps in First Year
Tim Cook on Why Apple’s Huge Bets Will Pay Off
Report: Apple May Stop Producing Vision Pro by the End of 2024
Beta this week. iOS 18.2 Beta and iOS 18.1 RC is released Apple Seeds iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1 Release Candidates With Apple Intelligence
Apple Seeds visionOS 2.1 and tvOS 18.1 Release Candidates - MacRumors
Apple Seeds watchOS 11.1 Release Candidate
New AirPods Pro 2 firmware now available for iOS 18.1’s hearing health features
Apple Releases New AirPods Pro 2 Firmware Ahead of Hearing Aid Feature Launch
iOS 18.1: AirPods Pro 2 Hearing Protection Availability Limited to US and Canada at Launch
iOS 18.1 Fixes Bug Causing iPhone 16 to Randomly Restart
iOS 18.2 beta 1: Every new feature and change
Everything New in iOS 18.2 Beta 1
Ipad Mini 7 is released. iPad Mini 7 With Apple Intelligence Available Today for Same-Day Pickup
iPad Mini 7 Supports Over-the-Air Recovery Using Another iOS Device
Apple Releases iPadOS 18.0.1 for iPad Mini 7 Ahead of Tomorrow's Launch
iPad Mini 7 Launches Tomorrow: Here Are 12 Changes to Know About
New iPad Mini Compatible With Final Cut Pro, But Lacks Stage Manager
You Can Now Try AT&T's Network for Free
News
Astropad Launches 'Bookcase' for Turning an iPhone Into an E-Reader
iPhone Driver's License Support Expands to Iowa
Apple Teases M4 Mac Announcements Next Week
Hulu and Disney+ No Longer Support Signups and Payment Using App Store
Announcements
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Jill McKinley is a professional in the field of enterprise software, server administration, and IT. She started her technical career in Windows but now exclusively uses a Mac in her personal life. She hosts several podcasts, including Start with Small Steps and Small Steps with God, where she offers tips and insights for a better life. Her podcast is at https://abetterlifeinsmallsteps.com/ and X @schmern.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We delve into the latest updates within the Apple ecosystem with our guest Chuck Joiner, alongside Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, and Marty Jencius. We discuss the performance enhancements of the new iPad Mini featuring the A17 Pro chip. the Apple Vision Pro and the beta for Vision OS 2.1, highlighting new user-friendly features for developers and their practical applications, including use in surgical environments. We also cover updates in iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1, the new Infuse 8 app, improvements in Apple Maps, and the latest Apple TV Plus productions,
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In this episode of "In Touch with iOS," we engage in an extensive discussion surrounding notable updates in the Apple ecosystem, featuring our returning guest, Chuck Joiner, alongside Ben Roethig, Jeff Gamet, and Marty Jencius. The team dives deep into the latest developments, including the release of a new iPad Mini equipped with significant performance enhancements courtesy of the A17 Pro chip. We break down the improvements in CPU and GPU performance, the incorporation of the Apple Pencil Pro, and discuss its implications for both everyday users and professionals.
A major highlight is our ongoing examination of the Apple Vision Pro, particularly the latest beta for Vision OS 2.1. The conversation centers around the new features that improve user experience, especially for developers. We take a closer look at changes in presentation capabilities and reality kit optimizations, validating the importance of advancing user controls to streamline operations during high-stakes activities like surgeries. Reportedly, some surgeons at UC San Diego have begun implementing the Vision Pro during minimally invasive procedures, an awe-inspiring development that showcases the practical application of mixed-reality technology in the medical field.
The conversation also touches on updates in iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1, where we discuss the introduction of advanced Apple intelligence features that enhance user interactions through improved text handling and editing capabilities. We weigh the benefits of these functionalities against the current performance of existing systems, ensuring they meet the standards expected by professional users. As the discussion unfolds, we delve into the personal experiences of the panelists as they navigate beta releases.
In addition, we introduce a new relevant app, Infuse 8, which has gained attention for its recent updates aimed at Apple Vision Pro compatibility. Personal anecdotes are shared about users' experiences with the app, offering insights into its performance for various media types. As the episode progresses, we analyze Apple's strategic partnerships and promotional offers, particularly relating to the Apple Card and how it provides incentives for consumers through cash-back programs at stores like Walgreens.
Our team also reflects on the new features in Apple Maps, including a note-taking functionality that enhances user interaction with locations, allowing for personalized experiences and reminders. This capability is positioned as a significant enhancement to prior functionalities, making it easier to quickly jot down impressions and recommendations.
As we round off our discussions, we share our thoughts on upcoming Apple TV Plus productions, including highlights from shows like Silo and Slow Horses. With excitement building around new seasons and character developments, we wrap up with a collective agreement on the dynamic improvement trajectory of Apple products, ensuring a compelling watching and listening experience for users across all platforms.
Join us in this enriching exploration of Apple’s ongoing innovation landscape as we navigate through device updates, software rollouts, and potential future applications. Be prepared for an engaging hour filled with insights and expertise from industry enthusiasts who share a passion for all things Apple.
In Touch With Vision Pro this week. Apple Releases Fifth Beta of visionOS 2.1 to Developers for Testing
Infuse video player updated with new design and Vision Pro app
Why Surgeons Are Wearing The Apple Vision Pro In Operating Rooms
Surgeons at UCSD Find Apple Vision Pro Promising for Minimally Invasive Surgery
Beta this week. iOS 18.1 Beta 7 Apple Seeds Seventh Developer Betas of iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1 With Apple Intelligence [Update: Public Beta Available
Apple Seeds Fifth Betas of watchOS 11.1, visionOS 2.1, and tvOS 18.1 to Developers
New iPad Mini! Apple introduces powerful new iPad mini built for Apple Intelligence
Apple Unveils New iPad Mini With A17 Pro Chip and Apple Intelligence
iPad Mini 6 vs. iPad Mini 7 Buyer's Guide: 20 Upgrades Compared
iPad Mini 7 Has These 6 Smaller Changes, Including a Faster USB-C Port
iPad Mini 7 Charging Speed Likely Remains at 20W - MacRumors
New iPad mini 7 seems to have a binned version of the A17 Pro chip
Zugu iPad Mini Case https://amzn.to/4f5jZY0
Apple just dropped a new hint for when iOS 18.1 with Apple Intelligence will be available - iPad Mini 7 release
Apple now allowing users to change their iCloud email address starting with iOS 18.1
iOS 18.1 Includes Option to Set 'Primary' Email Address and Change iCloud Email
iOS 18: Use New Library and Notes Features in Apple Maps
News
Latest Apple Card Promo Offers 6% Daily Cash Back at Walgreens and Duane Reade
You can now order Chick-fil-A using CarPlay
Apple Shares Letter Celebrating 10-Year Anniversary of Apple Pay
Apple Announces New Klarna and PayPal Integrations for Apple Pay on iOS 18
FTC 'Click to Cancel' Rule Aims to Make Canceling Subscriptions Easier
Apple TV+ Shares First Trailer for 'Silo' Season 2
Fall Out Netfix discussion.
Slow Horses lands season 6 renewal on Apple TV+
Shrinking on Apple TV+ gets early season 3 pickup
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Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Guy Sere, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We explore the latest in Apple technology, including the Vision Pro 2.1 beta and its subtle updates, as well as the implications of Apple's first immersive film, "The Submerged." We discuss critical iOS 18.0.1 updates, anticipated features in iOS 18.1, and the significance of wired Xbox controller support. The conversation also covers the integration of Apple TV+ with Amazon Prime Video, the new satellite messaging feature in iOS 18, and a reflection on the retirement of Dan Riccio. Join us for concise insights into navigating Apple's evolving landscape.
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In this episode of In Touch with iOS, we delve into the latest developments in Apple technology, specifically focusing on the Vision Pro and the upcoming iOS updates. I’m joined by guests Guy Serle, Ben Roethig, and Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet and together we dissect the nuances and impacts of these updates.
We kick things off by discussing the recent release of Vision Pro 2.1, the fourth beta update for developers. Both Guy and I notice that the update seems to be lacking significant visible changes. We speculate on the upcoming Mac virtual display support for MLB and MLS games while also acknowledging the essential fixes that the update addresses. Eric, a fellow developer, has opted to roll back to the public beta due to personal usability concerns, exemplifying a trend amongst beta testers.
Next, we pivot to the implications of the recent release of Apple's first scripted immersive film, "The Submerged," which promises a unique storytelling experience leveraging the capabilities of the Vision Pro. Although none of us had the opportunity to experience it firsthand, we express excitement about its potential and the importance of regular content updates to retain user engagement.
As we transition into our discussion on iOS updates, we emphasize the need for listeners to update to iOS 18.0.1 due to critical bug fixes and security patches. Guy shares his experience with the touchscreen issues on the iPhone 16 models, while I confess my decision to remain on the beta track despite some drawbacks. Our conversation naturally evolves into the new features awaiting users in iOS 18.1, including enhancements to Siri's functionality and new tools for spell-checking and grammar.
We also dissect the introduction of wired Xbox controller support in the latest macOS and iOS versions, discussing its significance for gaming enthusiasts. From there, we explore Apple's move toward integrating Apple TV+ into the Amazon Prime Video ecosystem. This highlights Apple's strategy of reaching a broader audience and streamlining access to its content, a move that both Ben and I agree is vital for sustaining Apple TV+ growth.
The episode’s discourse doesn't shy away from the implications of new features such as satellite messaging capabilities in iOS 18, designed to enhance communication in remote areas. This feature, which allows users to send messages without a traditional cellular connection, sparks a thoughtful debate on the practical applications and potential overuse of such a technology during non-emergency situations.
In the latter half of the episode, we touch on the retirement of long-time Apple executive Dan Riccio, reflecting on his contributions and the future of Vision Pro development under Mike Rockwell's leadership. Our conversation culminates with a rundown of compelling Apple TV+ series, including the upcoming season of "Shrinking," and the ongoing impact of shows like "Ted Lasso" and "Slow Horses," highlighting how these productions may shape the conversation around Apple's television strategy.
This episode is filled with engaging insights and practical advice on how listeners can leverage the latest Apple technologies while contemplating the future direction of the company and its myriad services. We finish by encouraging our audience to stay connected and share their thoughts as we navigate this expansive technological landscape together.
Topics with Links referenced
In Touch With Vision Pro this week. Apple Seeds Fourth visionOS 2.1 Update to Developers
Vision Pro’s first scripted immersive film is coming this week, here’s the trailer
Update Now: iOS 18.0.1 Includes These Bug Fixes and Security Patches
iOS 18.0.1 Includes Security Fixes for Messages and Passwords Apps
Beta this week.Apple Seeds Sixth Developer Betas of iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1 With Apple Intelligence [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 11.1 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth tvOS 18.1 Beta to Developers
Everything New in iOS 18.1 Beta 6
Latest iOS 18.1 Beta Adds Sleep Apnea Alerts and Breathing Disturbance Readings
iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia Introduce Support for Wired Xbox Controllers
Apple Plans to Release iOS 18.1 With Apple Intelligence on October 28
iOS 18.1 makes Apple Photos better in three key ways, here’s what’s coming
iPhone Mirroring is currently a privacy and legal risk on work Macs
Here's Why You Shouldn't Use iPhone Mirroring on a Corporate Mac
iOS 18: Send Messages Without a Wi-Fi or Cellular Connection
Apple Adds 9 New Features to iCloud Website
News
The Home Depot and H-E-B Finally Rolling Out Apple Pay in Stores
Slow Horses season 5 trailer is now available, if you know where to look
Apple TV+ Coming to Amazon Prime Video as Add-On Subscription
Like Ted Lasso and Bad Monkey? Here's why you should watch Shrinking on Apple TV+
Longtime Apple Executive Dan Riccio Retiring Later This Month
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast and the (hopefully) reconstituted Guy’s Daily Drive…which isn’t daily, but is done by driving so half accurate. email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Jill McKinley,, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. The team discusses enhancements to Vision Pro and VisionOS, insights into the iOS 18.1 beta experience, and challenges with recent watchOS and iPadOS betas.
Attention shifts to the iPhone 16's improved camera features, accessibility innovations in iOS 18, and privacy enhancements like app locking. Additionally, the hosts explore the Chris Croissants app for social media and speculate on Ted Lasso's potential fourth season on Apple TV+. This episode provides expert insights into Apple's ongoing advancements and their real-world implications.
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In this episode of In Touch with iOS, we dive deep into the latest developments in the Apple ecosystem with host Dave Ginsburg alongside co-hosts Jill McKinley, Ben Roething, and Jeff Gamet. The team covers a plethora of topics ranging from the recent updates to various Apple devices, to explorations of beta software and new features introduced in iOS and watchOS.
Starting off, we discuss the latest updates regarding Vision Pro, including a minor software fix that addresses a Safari YouTube issue and other improvements aimed at enhancing the overall user experience. This leads to a conversation about the third beta release for VisionOS, which introduces new features like support for a larger ultra-wide screen for Mac users and multi-view for MLB and MLS games.
The groundwork shifts to the iOS 18.1 beta, with Ben sharing his insights on a stable experience so far, while the group also examines issues related to recently pulled beta versions of watchOS and iPadOS due to critical bugs. This leads to discussions regarding the importance of maintaining software updates and how they impact device performance.
The podcast then transitions into an exploration of the iPhone 16 series, focusing on its enhanced camera capabilities. The group praises the Halide app for its in-depth analysis of the new camera systems, highlighting advancements such as improved macro photography and the new fusion camera feature. Dave and the team reflect on the user experience while discussing battery capacities, fast charging options, and the convenience of MagSafe charging.
Accessibility and health-focused features come into the limelight next, notably the introduction of vehicle motion cues in iOS 18 designed to help alleviate motion sickness for passengers. Additionally, the episode emphasizes Apple's commitment to enhancing accessibility through various new features across their devices.
As the dialogue continues, the hosts delve into privacy features, particularly the ability to lock and hide specific apps on the iPhone—an invaluable tool for maintaining a level of security for sensitive information. The conversation rounds off with notable mentions of a new app called Croissants, focusing on social media cross-posting, and thoughts surrounding the potential return of Massimo’s blood oxygen technology to the Apple Watch amid corporate developments.
In wrapping up the episode, the group shares thoughts on the surprising news about Ted Lasso's potential return for a fourth season on Apple TV+ and discusses the practical innovations in streaming technology, highlighting the arrival of the Tablo app for Apple TV.
Topics and links Referenced
In Touch with Vision Pro this week.
Apple Releases visionOS 2.0.1 With Safari YouTube Fix
Apple Seeds Third visionOS 2.1 Update to Developers
Juno YouTube App for Vision Pro Removed From App Store
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 11.1 to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Pulls Third Software Update in Past Month Due to Issues - MacRumors
Apple Releases Third tvOS 18.1 and HomePod Software 18.1 Public Betas
iPadOS 18.0.1 Now Available for M4 iPad Pro Models After Pulled Update - MacRumors
Apple Releases iOS 18.0.1 With Touch Screen Bug Fix and More - MacRumors
MacOS 15.0.1 released
Apple Releases watchOS 11.0.1 With Fix for Battery Drain and Touchscreen Issues - MacRumors
Here's What You Need for iPhone 16 Fast Charging via MagSafe or USB-C
Halide Maker Does Deep Dive Into iPhone 16 Pro Camera
iPhone 16 Battery Capacities Revealed - MacRumors
iPhone 16: Edit Spatial Audio in Videos With Audio Mix
iOS 18
Avoid Vehicle Motion Sickness With This New iOS 18 Feature
25 ºNew Features You May Have Missed in watchOS 11
Despite New Ceramic Shield, iPhone 16 Models Still Vulnerable to Drops
iOS 18: How to Lock and Hide iPhone Apps
Apps
Croissant simplifies social media cross-posting on iOS
News
Masimo’s CEO resigns, raising speculation that blood oxygen could return to the Apple Watch Masimo founder resigns as CEO after removal from board – Six Colors
Apple Podcasts App Rolling Out Transcriptions in These 8 Additional Languages Starting Today
NEW! Tablo on Apple TV Finally
'Ted Lasso' to Return to Apple TV+ as Season Four Allegedly 'Confirmed' - MacRumors
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Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Jill McKinley is a professional in the field of enterprise software, server administration, and IT. She started her technical career in Windows but now exclusively uses a Mac in her personal life. She hosts several podcasts, including Start with Small Steps and Small Steps with God, where she offers tips and insights for a better life. Her podcast is at https://abetterlifeinsmallsteps.com/ and X @schmern.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont, Marty Jencius, and Ben Roethig.we discuss the latest Apple updates with Kelly Guimont, Ben Roethig, and Marty Jencius. We dive into our experiences with the Apple Vision Pro headsets, sharing insights on navigation challenges and the potential of Vision OS beta updates.
We cover iOS 18.0.1, addressing touchscreen issues, and highlight the impressive features of the iPhone 16 Pro models, particularly for photography enthusiasts. The introduction of the AirPods 4 and the new Apple Music classical update also spark conversation.
To wrap up, we reflect on Tim Cook’s lighthearted appearance on The Tonight Show.
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A portion of our discussion is dedicated to the Apple Vision Pro, as both Marty and I have recently acquired these headsets. We share anecdotes about learning their controls, particularly the elusive Control Center, and how our user experiences have evolved over the weeks. I touch upon the challenges I've faced with eye movement in navigation, and Marty echoes my sentiments, highlighting the adjustment process as we become more accustomed to the device's capabilities. We also compare impressions of the Vision OS beta updates, anticipating the evolution of features such as multi-view support and improved screen sharing.
Switching gears, we discuss iOS 18.0.1, which is currently in testing to address touchscreen issues experienced by some users, including both the iPhone 16 and older models. Personal anecdotes about issues with responsiveness lead to a broader conversation about the way major updates can impact the user experience, especially with updates introduced during peak device usage.
As we shift focus, we highlight the impressive advancements of the iPhone 16 lineup. With the Pro and Pro Max models offering a host of enhanced features, we delve into comparisons such as materials, screen sizes, and camera capabilities, emphasizing the increased value the Pro models bring, especially for photography enthusiasts. The camera control button is a standout feature; we share how it streamlines photography by providing immediate access to the camera app and controls.
We also celebrate the recent updates to AirPods, particularly the introduction of the AirPods 4, which feature sound isolation. Our excitement is palpable as we discuss their potential impact on daily life and how they complement the expanding ecosystem of Apple products. I share my anticipation of taking these on a flight soon to compare their performance against my Pro models.
Moving beyond hardware, we dive into Apple Music's classical update, which enriches the listening experience with detailed album booklets and artist biographies. The exclusion of a Mac app for this service reignites frustration, especially from those of us who routinely listen to classical music while working. We collectively ponder the necessity for Apple to enhance its offerings across platforms.
Lastly, we share a lighthearted moment while recounting Tim Cook’s recent appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, where they discussed the new iPhone 16. The playful banter and Cook’s insights into Apple’s retail philosophy bring a fun closing to our tech-heavy episode.
As we wrap up, we invite listeners to share their experiences and thoughts on the products discussed. Overall, this episode encapsulates the thrill of the Apple community as we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of technology, reflecting on both personal experiences and broader industry trends.
Topics and Links Referenced
In Touch with Vision Pro this week. Dave figures out how to open the control center finally. Apple Seeds Second visionOS 2.1 Update to Developers
Apple Prevents Downgrading to iOS 17.6.1 Following iOS 18 Release you can downgrade to iOS 17.7.
How to Downgrade from iOS 18 Back to iOS 17
iOS 18 Touchscreen Issues Reported by Some iPhone Users
Apple Preparing iOS 18.0.1 Update for iPhone Following Several Bugs
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds Fifth Developer Betas of iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1 With Apple Intelligence
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 11.1 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second tvOS 18.1 Beta to Developers
Apple Intelligence Features Expected to Roll Out in This Order Between iOS 18.1 and iOS 18.4 [Updated]
Apple Pulls HomePod Software 18.1 Beta 2 Following 'Bricking' Complaints
When Will iOS 18.1 With Apple Intelligence Be Released?
Drag and Drop Files Now Work With iPhone Mirroring in Latest macOS Sequoia 15.1 and iOS 18.1 Betas
iPhone 16 vs. iPhone 16 Pro Buyer's Guide: All Differences Compared
iPhone 16's 'Revolutionary' Battery Removal Process Shown in Video
iPhone 16 Camera Control: Everything You Need to Know
iOS 18.1 Beta 5 Adds New Selfie Option for Camera Control
AirPods AirPods 4 vs. Previous Generations Buyer's Guide: All Upgrades Compared
News
Apple Gearing Up to Add Hearing Aid Feature to AirPods Pro 2
Apple Music Classical 2.0 Adds Thousands of Full Album Booklets
Tim Cook and Jimmy Fallon Talk iPhones and Hot Dog Predictions link to video Jimmy and Tim Cook Walk and Talk in NYC About the New iPhone 16 and the Future of Apple Intelligence
Apple cuts interest rate for Apple Card Savings Account
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Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. discuss the latest updates in Apple devices, focusing on iOS 18 and the iOS 18.1 beta 4 release. Joined by Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, and Jeff Gamet, we share insights on new AI features, the revamped Siri interface, and the user experience challenges of the beta software.
We dive into my experiences with Vision Pro and its OS 2 updates, plus the excitement surrounding the upcoming iPhone 16, particularly its emphasis on repairability. Additionally, we explore the new security features and enhancements in iOS 18, underscoring the significant improvements for users. The episode wraps up with a light discussion on sports app updates and streaming complications, highlighting the ongoing evolution of Apple’s ecosystem.
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I dive deep into the updates and features of various Apple devices, focusing heavily on iOS 18 and the ongoing iOS beta releases. It’s great to have Guy Searle, Marty Gentius, and Jeff Gammon join me to discuss everything from the latest beta updates to the anticipated iPhone 16 releases.
We kick off the episode by discussing the release of iOS 18.1 beta 4 and MacOS Sequoia 15.1, which has many users excited about Apple intelligence features that were not included in the initial iOS 18 release. The anticipation for these AI-powered capabilities is palpable, especially among developers and enthusiasts who want to see how Apple will improve text handling and voice recognition through updates like the revamped Siri interface.
Marty shares his experiences with running the beta, highlighting some underwhelming aspects of Apple intelligence, while we all voice the consensus that some features still feel “early-stage.” We also discuss public access to the 18.1 beta and caution users against installing it on production devices, reminding listeners of the potential instability that often accompanies beta software. Of particular interest is the integration of AI features like improved spell-checking, grammar corrections, and enhanced user input methods.
Transitioning into discussions on Vision Pro, I share my experiences with the device over the last two weeks. We cover the recent updates to Vision OS 2, including enhanced response times and new guest modes for easier use by family and friends. Guy and Marty contribute insights about the evolving app landscape for Vision Pro, connecting it to broader trends in VR and AR technology, as well as user adoption challenges associated with high-cost devices.
From there, we dive into the excitement surrounding the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro's upcoming release. There’s an electric buzz in the conversation as we discuss the features of the new devices, especially the ease of repairs highlighted in Apple's communications. With the iPhone 16, we see a shift where repairability is finally being addressed, paving the way for sustainable practices in tech.
As we discuss some of the risks of being an early adopter, especially with iOS 18, I present a series of the most exciting new features we can expect to see with the OS, including the revamped Control Center, RCS support for smoother communication integration across devices, customizable home screen widgets, and enhancements to the calculator app. Each feature seems to represent a significant leap in usability and user experience.
Throughout the episode, we also touch on new security features, including the ability to lock apps and hide them for enhanced privacy, which is especially useful for sensitive applications. The Passwords app is also discussed, with a consensus that while it may not replace niche solutions like 1Password, it provides a solid and user-friendly option for the average person looking to manage their passwords effectively.
In a lighter vein, we wrap up our conversations about the sports app updates and the implications for streaming sports, discussing the rising costs and complications that often frustrate sports fans. Jeff vocalizes common grievances about the fragmentation of sports streaming services, while we all acknowledge the challenges ahead for sports enthusiasts trying to navigate this landscape.
As we conclude, we emphasize how each update and new feature ultimately aims to enhance user experiences across Apple’s ecosystem. It’s a thrilling time for tech enthusiasts, and we’re excited to see how these updates will transform the ways we interact with our devices.
Links Mentioned
Beta this week. iOS 18.1 Beta 4 was released this week.Apple Seeds Fourth Developer Betas of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.1 With Apple Intelligence
iOS 18.1 Beta 4 Expands Phone Call Recording and Transcribing to Select Older iPhone Models
Apple Seeds First iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia Public Betas With Apple Intelligence
Download tvOS 18.1 Beta 1 for Apple TV
watchOS 11.1 Beta 1 Now Available
Vision Pro This week. Apple Releases visionOS 2 With 2D Spatial Photos Feature, Persona Updates, Improved Guest Mode and More
Apple Vision Pro's Killer New Feature Coming Later This Year
Apple Releases visionOS 2.1 Beta 1 for Vision Pro
Is the Vision Pro a flop? We discussed this.
Alternative device? https://www.roadtovr.com/htc-vive-focus-vision-specs-price-release-date-announcement/
iPhone 16 releases tomorrow 9/20 Recap of what model they
iOS and iPadOS 17.7with bug fixes Apple releases iOS 17.7 with security fixes as an iOS 18 alternative
When Should You Upgrade to Apple’s 2024 OS Releases
iOS 18 was released to everyone this week.
iOS 18 Features: The Ultimate Mega Guide
Dave’s Top 5 list of iOS 18 Features
Control Center Everything New With the iOS 18 Control Center
RCS Support and iMessage New Features Everything New in the iOS 18 Messages App
RCS in iOS 18: What You Need to Know About Apple's Android Messaging Overhaul MVNO carriers won't have it right away, https://www.macrumors.com/guide/ios-18-home-screen/
Homescreen customization moving apps on any part of home screen Hide App Names on Your iPhone Home Screen https://www.macrumors.com/guide/ios-18-home-screen/
Passwords app iOS 18 Passwords App: All the New Features
Calculator has math notes, conversions iOS 18: What's New With the Calculator App
News
Apple Releases New AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods 4 Firmware
Apple Says These Five Changes Make iPhone 16 Models Easier to Repair
Apple Says iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus Batteries Can Be Removed With Low-Voltage Electrical Current
End-to-End Encryption Coming for iPhone-to-Android RCS Messages
Apple Talking With JPMorgan Chase About Potential Apple Card Partnership
Apple Sports App Updated With Live Scores on iPhone's Lock Screen and More New Features
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Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Guy Serle, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet.In this episode of In Touch with iOS, we analyze the latest Apple event, and iOS 18 and its beta version experiences. iPhone 16, including the action button, camera advancements, and performance enhanced by the new A18 chip, while debating upgrade options.
Apple Watch Series 10, examining its new design and capabilities, and will there be refresh of Ultra and SE models fits into Apple’s marketing strategy. We also cover updates on AirPods 4 and implications of USB-C integration, Dave now has a Vision Pro and gives his first impressions after 4 days of use.
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In this episode of In Touch with iOS, we delve deep into the recent Apple event where key announcements regarding the iPhone 16 lineup and the latest Apple Watch were unveiled. Joined by regulars Guy Serle, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Marty Jencius, we interchange thoughts and opinions on the significant advancements and features introduced in Apple's latest hardware.
We kick off by discussing iOS 18 and the release candidates for both iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, noting the upcoming launch despite having installed the beta versions. Marty shares insights from his early experience with the beta, describing some subtle changes he's noticed, while others like Jeff voice their skepticism about the beta program, encouraging users to approach beta software cautiously, particularly on primary devices. The conversation transitions into the newly announced iPhone 16 models, with both Guy and Chuck contemplating their upgrade options. Interesting features discussed include the new action button and advanced camera controls that come with the new models, as well as the impressive performance boost from the new A18 chip.
As we dive deeper into the iPhone 16 specifications, we explore the pros and cons of the Pro and Pro Max versions, particularly around the stunning new camera technology including improved sensor sizes and capabilities. Our group debates the practicalities and whether enhanced features justify the upgrades, especially contemplating if it’s worth moving from existing models like the iPhone 12 or 13.
The discussion then shifts to the Apple Watch, where we touch on the Series 10's new design, performance enhancements, and exciting battery improvements. The group reflects on whether Apple should have refreshed the Ultra and SE models or if this is a sign that they're taking a more focused marketing approach. The new Apple Watch’s features prompt discussions around personal lifestyle needs and preferences, and how the market has evolved since the Watch's inception.
Moving on to other product updates, we discuss the refreshed AirPods 4, talking about the introduction of USB-C and the potential of the new hearing aid functions in the AirPods Pro 2. There's a shared sense of curiosity about how these features could disrupt the hearing aid market.
Additionally, the episode highlights some important news surrounding Goldman Sachs' collaboration with Apple regarding the Apple Card, with concerns surrounding their financial viability. The lengthy discussion about Apple Mail also sheds light on its perceived limitations and how even with new features in iOS 18, it might not sway users from better third-party email clients.
Finally,Dave now has a Vision Pro and gives his first impressions after 4 days of use. its exciting software updates, generating a tease of curiosity among the group about how this device may shape future interactions and integrations with existing Apple ecosystems. Overall, the episode is filled with insightful conversations and thoughtful reflections on how Apple's recent announcements may influence our tech lives going forward.
Topics and Links Referenced on The Show
Beta this week. iOS 18 RC was released this week; the final version will release on 9/16. Apple Seeds iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 Release Candidates to Developers
Apple will release iOS 18, macOS 15, iPadOS 18, other updates on September 16
iOS 18.1 Available in October With Apple Intelligence on iPhone 15 Pro and Newer - MacRumors
Apple Releases iOS 18.1 Beta 3 for Upcoming iPhone 16 Models
Apple Seeds watchOS 11 Release Candidate to Developers
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of tvOS 18 to Developers Discussion on Apple TV.
Recap the Announcement Everything Apple Announced at Today's Event in 13 Minutes What are we all buying?
September 2024 Apple Event
Who is upgrading the iPhone on the panel?
You Can Now 'Get Ready' for iPhone 16 Launch With Pre-Order Setup
Here are all the iPhone 16 features that won’t be ready at launch
iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max Have Same Feature Set Aside From Display Size and Battery
iPhone 16 Pro Supports JPEG-XL Format
AirPods Pro 2 to Gain Hearing Protection, Testing, and Aid Features
AirPods Pro hearing aid upgrade hits stocks of major brands
Apple Updates AirPods Max With USB-C Port and New Colors
iOS 18 Has New Option to Pause Video Recording
Apple Gets FDA Authorization for AirPods Pro 2 Hearing Aid Feature
Other items Mac future releases are also discussed.
Vision Pro this week. Dave now has the Vision Pro. He discusses first impressions after 4 days of use. We also talk about Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of visionOS 2 to Developers
Apple Fixes Vision Pro Security Flaw That Could Expose What You Typed
News
The Smash-Hit Game 'Flappy Bird' is Coming Back to the iPhone
Goldman Sachs still working to exit Apple Card partnership as consumer losses top $6 billion
No Refresh for Apple Watch Ultra or Apple Watch SE as Apple Focuses on Series 10
iOS 18 Adds New iCloud Mail Features
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Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events. .
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
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Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast and the (hopefully) reconstituted Guy’s Daily Drive…which isn’t daily, but is done by driving so half accurate. email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by guest Kelly Guimont, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We discuss the iOS 18 beta's progress and new features, share tips for providing developer feedback, and speculate on the upcoming Apple event on September 9, including the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch updates. The conversation also covers the implications of Bluetooth 6 and a creative use of AirTags to catch package thieves, showcasing innovative tech applications in everyday life. Excitement for Apple's future developments permeates the episode, setting the stage for further insights in the coming weeks.
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In this episode, we delve into the latest and greatest in Apple's ecosystem, covering everything from iOS updates to exciting new product predictions ahead of the upcoming Apple event. I'm joined by experts Kelly Guimpnt, Ben Roethjig, Jeff Gamet, and Marty Jencius, each bringing their insights and enthusiasm for all things Apple.
We kick off the episode by discussing the current state of beta testing for iOS 18, noting its progression towards completion and the anticipated launch at the close of the month. Each panelist shares their experiences with the latest beta features, from enhanced customization options to the joys and quirks of the Music app updates. Our resident beta tester offers valuable tips, emphasizing the importance of providing feedback to developers during testing to ensure a smooth final rollout.
As we transition into product speculation for the upcoming Apple event on September 9, we explore the likely unveilings, including the much-anticipated iPhone 16 lineup, Apple Watch updates, and possibly new AirPods. We engage in a lively discussion on what we hope to see from the Apple event, with varying opinions on whether the iPhone mini will be making a return and what exciting features the Apple Watch might include this year.
In addition to our product predictions, we also address the introduction of Bluetooth 6, discussing its potential impact on Apple's precision-finding capabilities and how it might revolutionize the way users interact with their devices. Kelly raises a crucial point about the slow adoption of new technologies and how it might affect users in the short term.
The episode takes a lighter turn when we explore a fascinating new use case for AirTags, where a California woman creatively employed the device to track down package thieves. This leads to an in-depth conversation on the innovative ways users are harnessing technology to tackle everyday problems, as we reminisce about similar past endeavors that blend technology with a bit of humor and cleverness.
As we wrap up, the camaraderie and shared excitement for what's to come in Apple's world shine through. We encourage listeners to stay tuned for more detailed analyses of the Apple event and the impact of new technology on our daily lives in future episodes.
Links referenced in our Topics
Links referenced in our Topics
Beta this week. We are very close to release of iOS 18
When to Expect iOS 18 on Your iPhone as Beta Testing Wraps Up
Hands-on with Clean Up in iOS 18.1 Beta 3 [Video]
Apple Music in iOS 18: Five new features are coming soon
Vision Pro This week. Apple Seeds Ninth visionOS 2 Beta to Developers
FYI: This is the summarized changelog from what’s changed in Beta 9 visionOS 2 Beta 9 Changelog
Vision Pro will live or die on Apple’s own words: ‘spatial computer Would you agree?
What is the HEIC photo format on the iPhone? The Quickest Ways to Convert HEIC to JPEG
iMazing Converter | Free Photo HEIC to JPEG and Video HEVC to MPEG-4 Conversion Tool
Kelly's friend Aaron Hockley (aka TechPhotoGuy) shared a shortcut to send a JPG:
Convert HEIC to JPG with This iOS Shortcut
Apple’s Glow time event is next week and the panel gives their predictions.
Apple’s iPhone 16 event: how to watch and what to expect
How to watch the iPhone 16 Glowtime reveal event - tune in for iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Plus and iPhone 16 Pro Max
New iPhone 16 Pro 2TB Storage Option: All the Rumors In Favor
iPhone 16 Launch Month Is Here: Everything We Know
Four advantages the iPhone 16 Pro will have over the iPhone 16
Why ‘AirPods SE’ could debut next week as Apple’s new entry model
Apple Watch users are getting asked about features, battery life, and use of smart rings
iPad Mini 7? What to Expect From Apple's 2024 iPad Mini 7
AirPods 4 Rumors: Everything We Know So Far
News
Slow Horses season 4 starts streaming today
Bluetooth 6 Launches, Could Enhance iPhone's Precision Finding Feature
AirTags are now being used as bait to catch package thieves
Mark Rober and Macaulay Culkin troll Porch Pirates: Glitter Bomb 2.0 vs Porch Pirates
Announcements
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
In this episode of In Touch with iOS, our panel, including Dave Ginsburg, Mike Potter, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, and Jeff Gamet, discusses the latest iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 beta releases, highlighting features like Apple Intelligence and a revamped Control Center. We speculate about the upcoming "Glow Time" Apple event, potential product announcements for the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch, and the iPad Mini 7's future.
Marty shares insights on VisionOS 2 and the evolution of Apple’s immersive marketing. We introduce new podcast features in Pocket Casts and wrap up with a light-hearted look at innovative solutions for iPhone speaker issues. Join us as we navigate the latest in Apple technology.
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In this episode of In Touch with iOS, we dive into an extensive discussion about the latest updates and developments regarding Apple devices and services. Hosted by Dave Ginsburg, the show features familiar voices, including Mike Potter, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, and Jeff Gamet, who bring a wealth of knowledge and insights regarding Apple technology.
We kick off the episode discussing the latest beta releases of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18. The panel shares their experiences with the eighth beta, exploring features such as Apple Intelligence, revamped Control Center, and adjustments in Siri's design. Ben discusses how the betas seem to be reaching a stable feature set and the nuances of using Apple Intelligence, revealing the importance of toggling certain settings for optimal enjoyment. Jeff shares feedback on battery performance, emphasizing the real-world implications of beta testing.
The anticipation for the upcoming Apple event, labeled “Glow Time,” takes center stage, as the team speculates on what new products may be unveiled, including the iPhone 16 and updated Apple Watch models. The conversation shifts to the potential announcement of the iPad Mini 7, with the panel strongly leaning toward the idea that it might not be part of the main event, but rather a press release later on.
Marty, designated as a Vision Pro expert, offers insight into the ongoing VisionOS 2 beta and the excitement surrounding Apple's immersive video series launch. The conversation delves into how these advancements fit into the larger narrative of Apple's ongoing enhancement of user experiences.
Next, we talk about Apple's services and the recent layoffs in the Books and News teams, which prompts thoughtful discussions on user engagement and the future of Apple’s service offerings. The team reflects on how this reflects broader trends across Apple's businesses, emphasizing the balance between cost optimization and growth potential in various sectors.
More highlights exciting new features in podcasting with Pocket Casts now allowing users to rate podcasts directly within the app. This development underlines the ongoing evolution of podcasting as a medium and how user interaction is becoming increasingly valued.
We wrap up with a light-hearted segment on the ability of specific YouTube videos to expel water from iPhone speakers, showcasing how Apple’s engineering and creative problem-solving continue to amaze users.
The episode culminates with a deeper appreciation for the synergy between Apple’s hardware, software, and the user experience, as well as a call to action for listeners to support their favorite content creators through the newly launched digital pass for Macstock, managed by Mike Potter.
Join us as we navigate the exciting world of Apple, sharing insights, updates, and a community-driven spirit that keeps us engaged with all things tech.
Links Referenced In this Episode,
Beta this week.Apple Seeds Eighth Betas of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Third Developer Betas of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.1 With Apple Intelligence
Apple Seeds Eighth Beta of tvOS 18 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
iOS 18 vs. iOS 18.1: Here's How the Two Updates Compare
iOS 18: Add Multiple Pages to Control Center
Vision Pro This week:Apple Immersive Series 'Elevated' Coming to Vision Pro on September 6
Apple Seeds Eighth visionOS 2 Beta to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Event announced
Apple Event Announced for September 9: 'It's Glowtime'
Apple Watch X? September 9 Event Date Marks 10th Anniversary
iPhone 16 ‘It’s Glowtime’ event hints at major Apple Intelligence focus
Apple is unlikely to announce these products at its September event
These surprise announcements could make it into Apple’s iPhone 16 event
iPad Mini Stock Dwindling at Apple Stores, Refresh Could Be Coming
Ted Lasso season 4 may have less Jason Sudeikis, focus on ensemble
Watch Bad Monkey. Who reads novels based on ATV+ shows? We discuss
Future Releases
These New Macs Are Coming in 2024
CarPlay topics
Apple's best software system is spinning its wheels
Target releases new CarPlay app with Drive Up order support
News
Apple CFO Luca Maestri Stepping Down
Apple Now Lets Users Transfer Apple Music Playlists to YouTube Music And Vice Versa
Transfer a copy of your Apple Music playlists to another service Apple Support
Apple Lays Off Around 100 Services Staff Across Apple Books and News
⭐️ Rate Your Favorite Podcasts in Pocket Casts ⭐️
PSA: YouTube Videos Really Can Get Some Water Out of Your iPhone
Announcements
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! . Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo
In this episode of In Touch with iOS, hosted by Dave Ginsburg, we dive deep into the latest developments in the Apple ecosystem with a riveting group of panelists, including Chuck Joiner, Ben Roethig, Marty Jencius, and Jeff Gamet. The discussion kicks off with a comprehensive overview of recent iOS betas and their features, particularly iOS 18 and its upcoming enhancements. As we navigate through the various beta updates, we share our experiences, dissecting significant improvements like the new phone call recording capabilities and the refined Apple Maps with hiking routes. We then shift our focus to exciting new services, such as the recently launched Apple Podcasts on the web, exploring its features and potential impacts on the podcasting community. Our panelists weigh in on the accessibility of podcasts without needing an app, acknowledging the service's significance in expanding Apple’s reach within the audio content space. This naturally leads to a discussion on the implications of features like transcripts, emphasizing their importance for accessibility in podcasting. A thought-provoking conversation emerges surrounding Procreate's decision to refrain from integrating generative AI into its illustration app. Jeff offers a passionate defense of this stance, arguing that while AI can serve valuable roles as an assistant in the creative process, it should not overshadow human artistry. This leads us to touch upon industry trends with generative AI, paralleling its use in creative tools versus its potential to diminish originality. As we meander through the information superhighway, we also address the ongoing conversation about Apple’s services landscape, with iCloud being named the most popular among users. The discussion delves into the transformative effect of services like AppleCare and their adoption, exploring the psychological factors that drive users to invest in Apple’s safeguard for their devices. Towards the end of the episode, we collectively lament the sometimes convoluted and glitch-prone firmware update experiences for both AirPods and Beats devices. We identify the disparity between user experiences on iOS versus Android, articulating a call for Apple to streamline processes to make things less opaque for users who might not share our technical savvy. This episode serves as both an educational session and an engaging dialogue for anyone interested in Apple technology's latest trends, updates, and debates. The camaraderie among the panelists sets a lively tone as we unpack each topic, making for a rich listening experience for our audience. Tune in for a deep dive into the evolving landscape of Apple technology and user experiences!
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Links referenced in this episode
Beta this week. Apple Seeds Seventh Betas of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
iOS 18 public beta 5 and more now available ahead of September launch
Apple Seeds Seventh Beta of watchOS 11 to Developers
Apple Releases Fifth watchOS 11 Public Beta With Vitals App and More
Apple Seeds Seventh Beta of tvOS 18 to Developers
iOS 18: What's New With the Maps App
Five New Features in the iOS 18 Phone App
Vision Pro this week Apple Seeds Seventh visionOS 2 Beta to Developers
Apple Podcasts Now Available on the Web
Jeff gives his insights on Procreate’s decision not to use AI
iPad Illustration App Procreate Condemns Generative AI
Jeff also reviews Luma Fusion updates
LumaFusion 5.0 brings speed ramping and enhanced keyframing to your iPhone and iPad
The most popular Apple services per a survey
Report: iCloud Is the Most Popular Apple Subscription Service in the US
Here's Apple's most popular service in 2024
Updating AirPods firmware should be as easy as updating Beats devices on Android
News
Apple Now Gives Customers 45 Days to Extend AppleCare+ Coverage After Expiration
iOS bug causes iPhone to crash when you type these four characters
macOS Sequoia Slated to Launch in Mid-September Alongside iOS 18
Apple's September Event: New Products to Expect Beyond the iPhone 16
Announcements
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content should be available in August - September. Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. we delve into the beta releases of iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1. Joined by co-hosts Jill McKinley, Marty Jensius, and Jeff Gamet, we discuss new features, including AI capabilities and our experiences with the updates.
We speculate on an upcoming Apple event and the potential release of new MacBook Pros. The conversation also covers the significance of mobile VPNs, the popularity of the Apple Watch Ultra, and the rumored 2026 tabletop robotic home device. Finally, we celebrate Apple Maps' accessibility for Firefox users.
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In this episode of In Touch With iOS, we dive deep into the latest advancements in Apple's ecosystem, with a focus on the recent beta releases of iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1. I'm joined by guest Jill McKinley and Marty Jencius, along with Jeff Gamet. Together, we explore the new features, enhancements, and our experiences with Apple’s latest offerings.
We kick off our discussion by examining the newly seeded developer betas, which bring exciting updates for iPhone and iPad users. The introduction of Apple intelligence garners significant attention, and we all share our first impressions. Jill shares her experience with running the beta on her iPad, discussing features like photo customization and AI email summarization. Marty and I chime in, expressing our enthusiasm for the potential of Apple intelligence, albeit with the recognition that there’s still room for improvement.
The conversation then shifts to the upcoming Apple event, anticipated to showcase new products as well as the official release of iOS 18. We speculate on the timing of the event and the chances of seeing new MacBook Pros with M4 processors. We also touch on the beta features for macOS Sequoia, watchOS, and tvOS, reflecting on what they could mean for users interested in multi-device setups.
Next, we move into a topic that caught our interest: the ever-evolving world of VPNs on mobile devices. I share insights into the growing importance of VPN usage, especially when on public Wi-Fi networks. We break down some popular VPN options, discussing their differences and what makes them favorable for privacy-conscious users. Jill and Jeff contribute their thoughts on past experiences, while also emphasizing the need for reliability and security when browsing.
Shifting topics, we explore the surprising popularity of the Apple Watch Ultra among consumers and the intriguing statistics shared about its sales performance compared to the Apple Watch SE. As an avid Apple Watch user, I voice my own experiences and temptations to upgrade, while Jill and Jeff discuss their preferences and needs when it comes to wearable technology. We all agree that understanding user experiences will be critical as new models are introduced.
As we continue, we discuss Apple’s much-anticipated tabletop robotic home device rumored for a future release in 2026, which could revolutionize home automation. The idea of a device that combines functionalities of an iPad, video conferencing, and home management is captivating, though we collectively express skepticism about its necessity given current technology.
Finally, we cover Apple's recent move to open up Apple Maps for Firefox users, highlighting the importance of accessibility across various platforms. As we reflect on Apple's decisions surrounding these features, we conclude that their goal is to democratize access while maintaining quality.
Throughout the episode, we engage with listener comments and share additional insights, all while bringing in anecdotes and experiences that enrich our discussions. Whether discussing new technology, personal preferences, or industry trends, this episode is packed with valuable information and lively conversation. Don't miss our wrap-up, where we encourage everyone to join us live next week for more engaging discussions about Apple and its ecosystem.
Links to stories referenced in this week's episode.
Everything New in iOS 18.1 Beta 2 and iOS 18 Beta 6
Apple Releases New AirPods Pro 2 Beta Firmware With Support for iOS 18 Features
Apple Seeds Second Developer Betas of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 With Apple Intelligence
Apple Seeds Sixth Betas of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Sixth Beta of macOS Sequoia to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
iOS 18 vs. iOS 18.1: New Features, Release Timing, and More
Apple Releases Fourth watchOS 11 Public Beta With Vitals App and More
iPhone Mirroring in macOS Sequoia and iOS 18 Now Supports Jiggle Mode for Managing Home Screen
iOS 18: Using the New 'Search Here' Feature in Apple Maps
How to use a VPN on Apple TV
The best VPN services for iPhone and iPad in 2024: Expert tested and reviewed
Report: Apple Watch Ultra More Popular Than Apple Watch SE
Apple Arcade Frustrations Persist for Game Developers
Best iPad keyboards
Zugu iPad Case review by Dave and these are his favorite cases.
Zugu Amazon Links
Zugu iPad Pro M4 13" 2024 Model
Zugu iPad Pro M4 11" 2024 Model
All Zugu iPad Cases
News
Apple Opening Up iPhone's NFC Chip to Third-Party Developers in iOS 18.1 - MacRumors
Developers can soon offer in-app NFC transactions using the Secure Element - Apple
iPhone Driver's License Support Rolling Out Soon in California
Apple Aiming to Launch Tabletop Robotic Home Device as Soon as 2026 With Pricing Around $1,000
Google Launches New Pixel 9 Smartphones With Gemini AI
Apple Music With Spatial Audio Now Available in Rivian Vehicles
Apple Maps on Web Now Supports Firefox Browser
Announcements
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content should be available in August - September. Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Jill McKinley is a professional in the field of enterprise software, server administration, and IT. She started her technical career in Windows but now exclusively uses a Mac in her personal life. She hosts several podcasts, including Start with Small Steps and Buzz Blossom & Squeak, where she offers tips and insights for a better life. Her podcasts island blogs can be found at https://abetterlifeinsmallsteps.com/ and X @schmern.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave Ginsburg, along with Kelly Guimont and Marty Jencius delve into the latest iOS updates emphasizing the importance of promptly applying security patches. Speculations about Apple's potential development of a foldable iPhone and groundbreaking technology like a 5G MacBook are explored. The conversation extends to Apple's utilization of Google tensor chips and reviews of top shows and movies on Apple TV Plus. Discussions on Apple's retail union contract, app store guidelines, gaming history preservation, and the convergence of fashion and technology with immersive apps are covered. Tips on troubleshooting iPad issues and a call for audience engagement wrap up the episode.
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Dave Ginsburg is joined by Kelly Guimont and Marty Jencius on the show, as they dive into the latest iOS updates, stressing the importance of promptly applying security patches. The trio delves into the beta features of iOS 18, such as icon arrangement and a new camera setting for video recording. Speculations arise regarding Apple's rumored development of a foldable iPhone, with discussions revolving around the challenges and potential demographic appeal of such a device. Kelly expresses optimism about Apple's innovative track record and the likelihood of a foldable iPhone hitting the market in the future.
The conversation shifts towards Apple potentially testing groundbreaking technology like a 5G MacBook and a foldable phone. The discussion branches out to the speed of 5G SA connections, commending T-Mobile's advancements and impressive speeds globally. Tackling Apple's utilization of Google tensor chips for AI advancements leads to speculations on the repercussions of this partnership. The hosts and guests review top shows and movies on Apple TV Plus, endorsing favorites like "Presumed Innocence" and "Cowboy Cartel." They explore the platform's diverse content, ranging from adult animations to family-friendly programs, highlighting the array of viewing options, including must-watch shows like "Physical," "Shrinking," and "Acapulco."
The show's "Shrinking" series creator shares insights and enthusiasm about the show's humor and character arcs, drawing comparisons to the beloved "Ted Lasso." Talks about Apple potentially introducing advertisements on Apple TV Plus circle around data privacy concerns and differentiation strategies. The hosts touch upon Disney Plus's crackdown on password sharing and the competitive landscape with Google's new TV streaming platform challenging Apple TV 4K. Updates on Apple's first retail union contract and modifications to Apple's app store guidelines for PC emulator apps, allowing game downloads, are also discussed.
In a lighter tone, discussions ensue on the preservation of gaming history through emulators for classic games and their role in fostering new developers. Insights into Balenciaga and Rimowa launching immersive apps for the Apple vision pro showcase the convergence of fashion and technology. A handy tip on troubleshooting iPad issues by reinstalling the OS without data loss is shared, providing a quick and efficient solution. The show concludes with a call to action for audience engagement, encouraging support and following to stay updated on future podcast episodes.
Articles used on the show
Apple Releases iOS 17.6.1 With Advanced Data Protection Bug Fix
Apple just issued an emergency iPhone and Mac update to fix this iCloud bug
iOS 18 beta 5: Distraction Control comes to Safari
Apple Seeds Fifth visionOS 2 Beta to Developers
Apple Releases Third watchOS 11 Public Beta With Vitals App and More
Apple Seeds Third tvOS 18 Public Beta
Apple Releases Third iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 Public Betas
Apple Releases Third watchOS 11 Public Beta With Vitals App and More
Apple Seeds Third tvOS 18 Public Beta
Everything New in iOS 18 Beta 5
iOS 18: Arrange Icons Around Your iPhone Wallpaper - MacRumors
iOS 18: Hide App Names on Your iPhone Home Screen - MacRumors
iOS 18 Adds Camera Setting to Allow iPhone Audio Playback When Shooting Video - MacRumors
Report: Apple beginning serious work on a foldable iPhone | Ars Technica
Here's how fast 5G SA is in the US and around the world
Could Apple be joining Google on projects like this? Apple Used Google Tensor Chips to Develop Apple Intelligence
Apple TV+ this week. Apple TV+ shows and movies: Everything to watch on Apple TV Plus
Why? Apple in Talks to Bring Ads to Apple TV+
News
Disney Eliminating Disney+ Password Sharing Starting in September - MacRumors
Google TV Streamer Announced as Chromecast Replacement and Rival to Apple TV 4K - MacRumors
Set-top showdown: Apple TV 4K vs Google TV Streamer compared
Apple Finalizes First Retail Union Contract With Maryland Store
Apple Updates App Store Guidelines for PC Emulator Apps - MacRumors
Balenciaga and Rimowa Launch Apps for Apple Vision Pro
Tips
Dave has an adventure with his new iPAd Pro not powering up and brings it to the Apple Store.
If your iPad won't turn on or is frozen - Apple Support
How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support
Announcements
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content should be available in August - September. Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Apple’s recent financial performance, new iOS features, and industry trends. Apple reported a record-high quarterly revenue of $85.8 billion. Growth was driven by services. iOS Updates: iOS 17.6: Introduces emergency SOS via satellite expansion. iOS 18.1 Beta: Exclusive iPhone 15 Pro including:Privacy enhancementsNew call recording and transcription functions Hardware Updates: Personalized spatial audio for AirPods. CarPlay on driving safety and accessibility. Comparison of Apple CarPlay’s popularity to Android Auto.Insights into the future of in-car technology.
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Quarterly Earnings Report today Apple results: Quarterly record, all-time high in Services
This is Tim: Q3 2024 analyst call transcript
Apple's Q3 2024 Earnings Call Takeaways
New Updates iOS 17.6
Apple Releases iOS 17.6 With Bug Fixes and Security Improvements
iOS 17.6 and iPadOS 17.6 are now available, here’s what’s new
Install iOS 17.6 to protect your iPhone against these 30 vulnerabilities
iOS 17.6 continues Emergency SOS via satellite expansion
Apple releases visionOS 1.3, macOS 14.6, tvOS 17.6, and watchOS 10.6
Apple Releases watchOS 10.6 With Bug Fixes]\
Apple Releases tvOS 17.6 With Bug Fixes
Apple Releases macOS Sonoma 14.6 With Security Updates
Beta this week. iOS 18.1 Beta 1 adds Apple Intelligence features Apple Intelligence Now Available in New iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia Developer Betas
Report: Apple Intelligence Delayed to iOS 18.1 in October
This is every device that will support Apple Intelligence at launch
Here Are All of the Apple Intelligence Features in the iOS 18.1 Developer Beta
All of the Apple Intelligence Features Not Included in the iOS 18.1 Beta
iOS 18.1 Beta Includes Call Recording and Transcribing
PSA: Apple Intelligence and macOS installations on external drive
Safari gets Apple Intelligence upgrade in iOS 18.1 with new summarize feature
Apple Intelligence provides detailed privacy reports on user requests
iOS 18 Beta 4 continues
Apple Seeds Updated Fourth Betas of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 to Developers
Apple Releases Second iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 Public Betas
Six New Features iOS 18 Brings to the AirPods Pro
Vision Pro this week. Apple Releases visionOS 1.3
Apple Vision Pro Can Now Be Controlled With Brain-Computer Interface
News
Google Maps and Waze Updated With New iPhone and CarPlay Features
Apple CarPlay Contributes to Higher Vehicle Satisfaction in Latest Survey
iPhone Driver's Licenses Now Available in Ohio
Apple Fixes iCloud Private Relay After Extended Outage
Apple Agrees to Follow President Biden's AI Safety Guidelines
Announcements
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content should be available in August - September. Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Mike Potter, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. We welcome back Jeff and he gives experiences at the Macstock event. Beta this week. iOS 17.6 RC was released along with iOS 18 developer Beta 4 and Public Beta 2. in Apple Music using generative AI, We delve into the new standalone Passwords app in iOS 18, focusing on its streamlined features for password management and its potential impact on third-party password managers like 1Password. Marty talks about VisionOS 2 Beta 3 and WatchOS 11 Beta 4. WatchOS 11 adds sleep data collection and he thinks his watch needs its own bed. LOL.Mike gives updates on Macstock Digital pass plus more.
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Beta this week. iOS 17.6 RC was released along with iOS 18 developer Beta 4 and Public Beta 2.
Apple Seeds iOS 17.6 and iPadOS 17.6 Release Candidates to Developers
Apple Seeds watchOS 10.6 Release Candidate to Developers
Apple Seeds tvOS 17.6 Release Candidate to Developers
Apple Releases visionOS 1.3 Release Candidate to Developers
Apple Seeds macOS Sonoma 14.6 Release Candidate to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 11 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of macOS Sequoia to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth visionOS 2 Beta to Developers
Apple Seeds Second tvOS 18 Public Beta - MacRumors
Apple Releases Second watchOS 11 Public Beta With Vitals App and More
Reminders in iOS 18 can now live inside the Calendar app, bringing two key productivity tools together
Apple Releases Second macOS Sequoia Public Beta With iPhone Mirroring and More
iOS 18 beta releApple Releases Second macOS Sequoia Public Beta With iPhone Mirroring and More
iOS 18 beta release schedule: Here’s when to expect new betas
Everything New in iOS 18 Beta 4
You Can Change iPhone Mirroring Window Size in macOS Sequoia Beta 4
Apple Intelligence Features Still Coming in Later iOS 18 Developer Beta
Apple Vision Pro Gains New Lake Vrangla Environment
Jeff’s macstock Insights he missed.
Apple Intelligence to Generate Playlist Artwork in iOS 18
iOS 18 Passwords App: All the Features
Mike’s Password App Strongbox
Apple Launches New Safari Ad Campaign: 'A Browser That's Actually Private'
Reminders in iOS 18 can now live inside the Calendar app, bringing two key productivity tools together
News
Apple Intelligence Not Trained on YouTube Content, Says Apple
Apple Looking to License More Movies to Expand Apple TV+ Library
Apple Maps Now Available on the Web Not Firefox Maps on the web is compatible with these web browsers
Announcements
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content should be available in August - September. Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest,Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. It was amazing to be in person with the gang at Macstock 8. We all discussed what we all were going to present and more fun in person. More news stories including Easily Switch From Google Photos to iCloud Photos With This New Tool. Astropad Studio Gains Support for Apple Pencil Pro Controls.Apple Teases Severance Season 2. Apple Users Are Keeping Their Devices for Longer as Upgrades Slow.HomePod Saves Family's Life After Dog Starts Kitchen Fire.1Password adds the ability to share Wi-Fi password using a QR Code.
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Beta this week. iOs !8 updates and others
Easily Switch From Google Photos to iCloud Photos With This New Tool
It was amazing to be in person with the gang at Macstock 8. We all discussed what we all were going to present and more fun in person.
Astropad Studio Gains Support for Apple Pencil Pro Controls
Apple Teases Severance Season 2
Apple Users Are Keeping Their Devices for Longer as Upgrades Slow
HomePod Saves Family's Life After Dog Starts Kitchen Fire
1Password adds the ability to share Wi-Fi password using a QR Code
Announcements
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content should be available in August - September. Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont, Marty Jencius, and Ben Roethig. Apple Seeds First tvOS 18 Public Beta.We recap Macstock with some amazing presentations including Kelly giving us brain power by teaching us crocheting and fun Vision Po demos along with karaoke. Apple TV+ shows nominated in the 76th Emmy Awards.Apple Approves First Retro PC Emulator for iPhone, iPad, and Vision Pro
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Beta this week.
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 17.6 and iPadOS 17.6 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of macOS Sonoma 14.6 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available
Apple Releases Fourth Beta of visionOS 1.3 to Developers
Apple confirms visionOS 2 will not be available in public beta
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 10.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 17.6 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Releases First iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 Public Betas - MacRumors
Apple Releases First macOS Sequoia Public Beta With iPhone Mirroring and More
Apple Releases First watchOS 11 Public Beta With Vitals App and More
Apple Seeds First tvOS 18 Public Beta
These are the new features coming to Apple TV with tvOS 18
Latest iOS 18 and tvOS 18 Betas Add Apple TV InSight Feature
iOS 18 Settings: What's new?
This Files upgrade is the best iPadOS 18 feature for power users
iOS 18 Adds 'Recovered' Album in Photos to Restore Lost or Damaged Photos and Videos
These two visionOS 2 features aim to make your Vision Pro an actually useful computer
Easily Switch From Google Photos to iCloud Photos With This New Tool - MacRumors
Macstock Recap.
News
Astropad Studio Gains Support for Apple Pencil Pro Controls
Apple Teases Severance Season 2
Apple TV+ shows nominated in the 76th Emmy Awards
HomePod Saves Family's Life After Dog Starts Kitchen Fire
Apple Releases HomePod Mini in New Midnight Color
Apple Approves First Retro PC Emulator for iPhone, iPad, and Vision Pro
Popular Delta Retro Game Emulator Officially Comes to iPad
Soon you’ll be able to control your iPad using Elgato’s Stream Deck
Google Maps for iOS and Apple CarPlay Gains Live Speedometer Feature
TinyPod Turns Your Apple Watch Into an iPod
Beats teams up with Minecraft for new special edition Solo 4 headphones
Announcements
Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content should be available soon. Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Patrice Brend’amour, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig.We talk Beta this week. iOS 18 Beta 2 continues along with iOS 17.6 Beta 2. Apple Intelligence Coming to Vision Pro, but Not HomePod. Could the HomePod with display be a reality?In-store Vision Pro demos will see two big changes this month.Patrice pre ordered the Vision Pro in Germany. No surprise Apple Reclassifies iPhone X, OG HomePod, and Original AirPods as Vintage.
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Beta this week. iOS 18 Beta 2 continues along with iOS 17.6 Beta 2.
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 17.6 and iPadOS 17.6 to Developers
Apple Releases Second Beta of visionOS 1.3 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 10.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 17.6 to Developers
Apple Releases Second Public Beta of iOS 17.6
iOS 18: 10 New Home Screen and Lock Screen Features
Apple Intelligence
Gurman: Apple Intelligence Coming to Vision Pro, but Not HomePod
HomePod with display corroborated by references to a new Apple 'HomeAccessory'
Some Apple Intelligence Features Likely to Require Paid Subscription
Apple Intelligence is coming this fall, but these features won't be included
More iOS 18 Beta updates and others
iPadOS 18 makes it easier to choose and add emoji when typing in iPhone apps
watchOS 11 Gains Integrated Shazam Widget for Identifying Songs
iOS 18 finally adds T9 dialling on iPhone
Apple Releases Second macOS Sonoma 14.6 Public Beta
Here Are the macOS Sequoia Features Intel Macs Won't Support
News
Apple Store Down in UK, Canada, and Other Countries Ahead of Vision Pro Pre-Orders [Update: It's Back Up] and Patrice pre ordered one in Germany,
Apple Vision Pro Launches in China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore
In-store Vision Pro demos will see two big changes this month
Resident Evil 7 Debuts on iPhone 15 Pro, iPad, and Mac
Apple Reclassifies iPhone X, HomePod, and Original AirPods as 'Vintage
Announcements
Last Chance! Macstock 8 is Here! July 12-14, 2024 Macstock Conference & Expo come join Dave along with Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Brian Flaoigan-Arthurs, Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, and many more.
As an In Touch with iOS viewer / Listener, you can score $30 off by using the coupon code INTOUCHWITHIOS as shown below at checkout for either the 3 day Weekend Pass with Workshops or the 2 day Weekend Pass. The code is valid until July 11, 2024.
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Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
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Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Apple’s Contact Key Verification is a security feature in iMessage that allows users to verify the identity of the person they're messaging. We discuss how to set up and we all verify each other's messages. Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 to Developers and we dive into some of the new things found not announced and review iPhone mirroring on MacPS Sequoia. Apple TV+ shows and movies there is so much great content. And recommend what to watch on Apple TV Plus.
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Beta this week. iOS 18 Beta 2 was released and iOS 17.6 beta 1 continues
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 to Developers - MacRumors
Everything New in iOS 18 Beta 2 - MacRumors
iOS System Data bug stealing your iPhone storage? Here are 5 solutions [U]
US carriers now enabling RCS for iPhone users running iOS 18 beta 2
iOS 18 RCS Support Rolling Out to Beta Users - MacRumors
iCloud 'Keep Downloaded' Option Included in iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia - MacRumors
iOS 18 to Bring These 5 New Features to AirPods Pro
iOS 18: Podcasts App Now Shows Chapter Segments When Scrubbing
There’s no iPad app, but here’s what’s new with Journal in iOS 18
iOS 18 Passwords app can't import passwords, but macOS can
iOS 18 will warn you when you're using a slow iPhone charger
let's break it down. Contact Key Verification is a security feature in iMessage that allows users to verify the identity of the person they're messaging with.Essentially, it adds an extra layer of encryption on top of the existing iMessage encryption.Think of it like a digital handshake. You and your contact exchange unique codes to confirm you're really talking to each other, not some imposter.
About iMessage Contact Key Verification
Apple Seeds Second Beta of macOS Sequoia to Developers
macOS Sequoia Beta 2 Adds Support for iPhone Mirroring
News
AirPods and Beats Firmware Updates Address Important Security Issue - MacRumors
Beats Pill Bluetooth Speaker Makes a Comeback With Improved Sound, Water Resistance, and a Lower Price Tag
Apple TV+ shows and movies: Everything to watch on Apple TV Plus
Apps
Pocket Casts Updated Mac app.
Announcements
Macstock 8 is Here! July 12-14, 2024 Macstock Conference & Expo come join Dave along with Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Brian Flaoigan-Arthurs, Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, and many more.
As an In Touch with iOS viewer / Listener, you can score $30 off by using the coupon code INTOUCHWITHIOS as shown below at checkout for either the 3 day Weekend Pass with Workshops or the 2 day Weekend Pass. The code is valid until July 11, 2024.
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Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net
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Jill McKinley is a professional in the field of enterprise software, server administration, and IT. She started her technical career in Windows but now exclusively uses a Mac in her personal life. She hosts several podcasts, including Start with Small Steps and Small Steps with God, where she offers tips and insights for a better life. Her podcast is at https://startwithsmallsteps.com and X @schmern.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Mike Potter, Marty Jencius, and Jeff Gamet. 1Password introduces recovery codes so you’ll never lose access to your most sensitive information and we talk about password managers and is this safe to use. There was a New survey that reveals how many people consider CarPlay as a must-have in a new car and we discuss the numbers and is CarPlay important to have in your car. Final Cut Camera for iPhone now available on the App Store which could be a game changer plus Apple releases Final Cut Pro for iPad 2 alongside Final Cut Pro 10.8 for Mac/ Plus much more.
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Beta this week. iOS 17.6 Beta 1 was released this week and iOS 18 Beta 1 continues.
iOS 17.6 public beta 1 now available, plus macOS 14.6 and more
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 17.6 and iPadOS 17.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of macOS Sonoma 14.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 17.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 10.6 to Developers
Apple Releases First Beta of visionOS 1.3 to Developers
iOS 18 Beta News
These iOS 18 Features Aren't Coming to iPhones Until iOS 18.1 or Later
watchOS 11 Supports Automatic Nap Detection
Here's Everything New in the Messages App on iOS 18
iOS 18: These Apple Intelligence Features Won't Be Ready Until 2025
iOS 18 Gains Emergency SOS Live Video Support
Apple Explains How iOS 18 Genmoji Work
CarPlay is a must have. There was a New survey that reveals how many people consider CarPlay as a must-have in a new car and we discuss the numbers and is CarPlay important to have in your car.
New survey reveals how many people consider CarPlay a must-have in a new car
CarPlay wireless adapter mentioned: https://amzn.to/4eqUPDT
YouTube and their “personalized ads” on iOS. We also discuss YouTube Premium and its value.
YouTube will ask iOS users to ‘Allow’ tracking for more personalized ads
1Password introduces recovery codes so you’ll never lose access to your most sensitive information
Final Cut Camera for iPhone now available on the App Store
News
Apple releases Final Cut Pro for iPad 2 alongside Final Cut Pro 10.8 for Mac
Apple Discontinuing Apple Pay Later If you need help with your Apple Pay Later loan or purchase
New iOS 18 API brings AirPods setup experience to third-party accessories
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Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Guests Marty Jencius, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. This is our coverage of the WWDC 2024 keynote and a summary of all the announcements. We give our opinions on what was announced and analysis.iOS 18 makes iPhone more personal, capable, and intelligent than ever. Introducing Apple Intelligence for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Apple Vision Pro arrives in new countries and regions beginning June 28. visionOS 2 brings new spatial computing experiences to Apple Vision Pro. Plus more.
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This is our coverage of the WWDC 2024 keynote and a summary of all the announcements. We give our opinions on what was announced and analysis.
WWDC intro tidbits #WWDC24 · The Six Colors Dash-8 plane · Phil using an OG iPod · The Jolly Roger and 'Apple Park Jump Team' patches · Craig's "hairmet"
Canon camera and Blackmagic
The list of OS Updates
Vision Pro
tvOS 18 introduces new cinematic experiences with InSight, Enhance Dialogue, and subtitles
Apple links to the OS and AI previews
Apple Intelligence Preview
Here’s how Apple’s AI model tries to keep your data private -
Personal, Private: How Apple is doing AI differently
OK, fine, here’s Apple Intelligence Six Colors
iOS 18 Preview
How to use Genmoji on iOS 18 | Mashable
iPadOS 18 Preview
macOS Sequoia Preview
watchOS 11 Preview
14 Compelling Features Coming to Apple’s Operating Systems in 2024 - TidBITS
Compatibility System Requirements for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia WatchOS 1 tvOS 18 tvOS 18 Compatible With Apple TV HD Released Nearly Nine Years Ago
New features come to Apple services this fall
Introducing Apple’s On-Device and Server Foundation Models - Apple Machine Learning Research
Press Releases Apple Newsroom
iOS 18 makes iPhone more personal, capable, and intelligent than ever
Introducing Apple Intelligence for iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Apple Vision Pro arrives in new countries and regions beginning June 28
visionOS 2 brings new spatial computing experiences to Apple Vision Pro
News
WWDC24: System Requirements for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, Etc
https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2024/06/new-features-come-to-apple-services-this-fall/
https://www.macrumors.com/2024/06/11/apple-id-renamed-to-apple-account/
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Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by guest Kelly Guimont, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig Beta this week. No Beta we wonder if there will be any other released for iOS17? The panel gives their WWDC 2024 Predictions and what we would like to see which includes possible all things AI. AirTag crucial to recovery of $5 million of stolen tools. Apple Says M2 iPad Air Has 9 GPU Cores, Not 10 as Originally Stated. Plus much more.
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Beta this week. No Beta we wonder if there will be any other released for iOS17?
Apple Releases Revised iPadOS 17.5.1 Update for iPad 10
So Apple really made a great iPad Pro feature and just didn't tell anyone
Apple Commits to at Least Five Years of iPhone Security
Updates Apple will update iPhones for at least 5 years in rare public commitment | Ars Technica
So Apple really made a great iPad Pro feature and just didn't tell anyone?
The panel gives their WWDC 2024 Predictions and what we would like to see.
WWDC 2024: Everything We Know
Bloomberg: iOS 18 Advanced AI Features Likely to Be Opt-In Service
Apple to Launch Standalone 'Passwords' App in iOS 18 and macOS 15
News
AirTag crucial to recovery of $5 million of stolen tools in Metro DC
Netflix to End Support for 2nd and 3rd Generation Apple TV
Netflix’s latest redesign aims to simplify your homepage
Apple Says M2 iPad Air Has 9 GPU Cores, Not 10 as Originally Stated
Apple Says iPhone 5s Now Obsolete as iPod Touch 6 Becomes 'Vintage'
Another streaming service is raising its prices, effective immediately
Lowe's Launches In-Store Apple Vision Pro Experience
Apple Promises to Fix Long-Ignored Parental Control Bug After Media Spotlight
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We talk to Ben about his new iPhone 15 Pro Max purchase and why Apple automatically transfers the phone number before its completed setup. Can email be the best social network? We talk about if email newsletters and blogs are a better option.There are so many Apple Pencil versions now we discuss the differences and doesn't give us easier choices, Jeff wants a Lego Apple Store kit and more.
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Beta this week. Still no beta release iOS 17.5.1 is the current version.
Ben buys an iPhone 15 Pro Max and has a bit of a challenge when he receives it.
Ben’s New iPhone accessories links below:
ESR Find My Magsafe Wallet
ESR Case
anker qi2 charger
Screen Protectors
Is email the best social network? We discussed if it's possible.
Email Is Now the Best Social Network
We have a discussion on Apple News and why it's grown so much.
Apple News+ subscriptions growing 4x faster than major publishers, says report - 9to5Mac
We explore the complicated Apple Pencil Differences Apple Pencil
Apple Pencil Pro Unveiled With New Squeeze Gesture, Haptic Feedback, Find My, and More
Here's the Apple Pencil Lineup With New Pro Model
Apple Pencil Buyer's Guide: Which Model Should You Choose
News
Jeff wants this, you know he does! ! Ever dream of a LEGO Apple Store? This fan built one - 9to5Mac Lego Ideas Apple Store
Apple Says Future iPads Could Feature Landscape Apple Logo
T-Mobile Announces UScellular Acquisition, Promises Improved Connectivity in Rural Areas - MacRumors
CARROT Weather Gains Updated Design With Garden Layout and More - MacRumors
Halide Developers Launch New 'Kino' Pro Video Camera App for iPhone
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast and the (hopefully) reconstituted Guy’s Daily Drive…which isn’t daily, but is done by driving so half accurate. email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Apple Releases iOS 17.5.1 With Fix for Reappearing Photos Bug. We talked about our iPad Pros last week but what about the 10th Gen and iPad Air? What do you do with your old iPads? This is a good question we discuss. 9-core vs. 10-core M4: Is it worth paying more for the iPad Pro?Dave encountered this after upgrading to iOS 17.5. Why is my iPhone voicemail not working and how to fix it?.
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Beta this week. Week 2 no beta Apple Releases iOS 17.5.1 With Fix for Reappearing Photos Bug
Apple Releases tvOS 17.5.1 to Fix Photos Corruption Bug Causing Deleted Images to Reappear
What to Expect from iOS 17.6 do we know when it will be released?
We talked about our iPad Pros last week but what about the 10th Gen and iPad Air? iPad 10 vs. iPad Air Buyer's Guide: Is the $250 Difference Worth It
What do you do with your old iPads? Here's what Apple users do with their old iPads
This is a good question we discuss. 9-core vs. 10-core M4: Is it worth paying more for the iPad Pro?
We all have challenges cleaning our Apple watch bands. Clean Apple Watch bands: How-to
Remember the Action button? Here is a great new shortcut Have you forgotten about your iPhone 15 Pro's Action button? Give this "Super" shortcut a try
Link to My Super Action Button Shortcut
Apple announced a Top 100 Albums
Apple Music reveals top 10 albums of all time on 100 Best list
Apple Music 100 Top albums
Dave finally received the email that his Appe Card will be replaced. Apple starts replacing titanium Apple Cards from original 2019 batch They change the expiration date and they ship the titanium card later.
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Dave encountered this after upgrading to iOS 17.5. Why is my iPhone voicemail not working and how to fix it?
News
T-Mobile Announces Price Increases for Some Older Plans
Apple to Increase Old iPhone Trade-In Values for iPhone 15 Customers
Shazam app now supports Live Activities for seamless background multitasking
"World's Most Accurate Game Boy Emulator" SameBoy Launches On iOS App Store
As clicks dry up for news sites, could Apple News be a lifeline? | Semafor
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision ProFiles, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by guests, Marty Jencius, Eric Erickson, and Jeff Gamet.iOS 17.5 was released to the public with some very important security updates. Dave, Marty and Eric all have new iPad Pro 13” they give their impressions since receiving them as well as what features they find to stand out. Big news on accessibility Apple announced for the upcoming iOS 18 including eye tracking, music trackers, and more.
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We welcome our first time guest Eric to the show. He tells us about what Apple gear he uses as we always ask first time guests.
Beta this week. iOS 17.5 was released to the public.
iOS 17.5 Features: What's New in iOS 17.5 - MacRumors
About the security content of iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 - Apple Support
iOS 17.5: Your iPhone Just Got the New Puzzle Game Quartiles and More
iOS 17.5 includes these 15 security patches for iPhone users
iOS 17.5 is out now with tracker detection, News updates, and lots of security fixes
Troubling iOS 17.5 Bug Reportedly Resurfacing Old Deleted Photos
Apple Releases watchOS 10.5 With New Pride Watch Face
Apple Releases tvOS 17.5
Apple Seeds visionOS 1.2 Beta 5 to Developers
Apple Releases macOS Sonoma 14.5 With Apple News+ Improvements
Dave, Marty and Eric both have new iPad Pros they give their impressions since receiving them.
Reference Mode Use Reference Mode on your iPad Pro - Apple Support
The redesigned iPad Air and new iPad Pro are available today
Apple Pencil Pro: All the New Featur
Extend M4 iPad Pro Battery Lifespan With This New Feature
M4 iPad Pro Bend Tests: Durability Equal to M2 Model Despite Thinness
News
Big news on accessibility Apple announced for the upcoming iOS 18.
Apple announces new accessibility features, including Eye Tracking
Apple Previews iOS 18's Upgraded Magnifier App With New Reader Mode
iPhone Plus going the way of the iPhone mini after final update this fall
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Macstock 8 is Here! July 12-14, 2024 Macstock Conference & Expo come join Dave along with Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Brian Flanogan-Arthurs, Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, and many more.MacVoices #24126: Kicking Off 'The Road to Macstock' 2024 with Mike Potter
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social
Eric Ericson He is the co-host of the ForMacEyesOnly Podcast with Mike Potter. You can contact him at eric@formaceyesonly.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Beta this week. Let it Loose Apple event recap we break it down and give our thoughts on the new iPads including the iPad Air, iPad Pro with the new M4 chip. iOS and iPadOS 17.5 Beta RC is released this week just in time for the new iPad. We would expect the final version to be released before May 15 iPad ship date. As well as iPad Air and iPad Pro details and things that were not announced dung the event including 16GB Ram in a 1TB and higher Pro. Apple Pencil Pro was announced and Jeff gives his insights on the really cool new pencil.
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Beta this week. iOS and iPadOS 17.5 Beta RC is released this week just in time for the new iPad. We would expect the final version to be released before May 15 iPad ship date. Apple Seeds iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 Release Candidates to Developers
Apple Says iOS 17.5 Coming 'Soon' With These New Features for iPhones - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of watchOS 10.5 to Developers
Apple Seeds visionOS 1.2 Beta 5 to Developers
Apple Seeds tvOS 17.5 Release Candidate to Developers
Apple's new release candidates betas arrive for everything but Mac and Apple Vision Pro
Let it Loose Apple event recap we break it down and give our thoughts on the new iPads.
Apple Announces New iPad Pro With M4 Chip, OLED Display, and More
Everything Announced at Today's Apple Event
The M4 chip the fastest chip in an Apple product
Apple Debuts Next-Generation M4 Chip
iPad Air and iPad Pro details and things that were not announced dung the event,
iPad 9 Discontinued, iPad 10 Now Starts at $349
iPad Pro's $100 Nano-Texture Glass Option Only Available With 1TB and 2TB Models
iPad Pro With 1TB+ Storage Has 16GB RAM, Other Models Have 8GB
Here's Apple's Full iPad Lineup With New iPad Pro and iPad Air Models
New iPad Pro With All Options Costs Over $3,000
Apple's New iPad Pro Models Weigh Less Than iPad Air Models
New iPad Pro Lacks mmWave 5G and Ultra-Wide Camera
Hands-On With iPad Pro in Space Black: Apple's Thinnest Product Ever
iPad Pro 2022 vs. iPad Pro 2024 Buyer's Guide: 25 Differences Compared
New 2024 iPads Still Have 10 Hours of Battery Life
Apple Launches New Smart Folio Cases for M4 iPad Pro and M2 iPad Air
Apple's New Cellular iPad Air and iPad Pro Models Are eSIM Only
Apple's May 2024 Let Loose Event: By the Numbers
Apple Announces Redesigned Magic Keyboard for New iPad Pro Starting at $299
New iPad Pros Support Lower Refresh Rate, But Lack Always-On Display
Apple Pencil Pro was announced and Jeff gives his insights on the really cool new pencil.
Apple Pencil Pro Unveiled With New Squeeze Gesture, Haptic Feedback, Find My, and More
Apple Pencil Pro: All the New Features
Here's the Apple Pencil Lineup With New Pro Model
Apple Pencil Buyer's Guide: Which Model Should You Choose?
Software releases
Apple Introduces Logic Pro 2 With New AI Features
Apple Debuts New Final Cut Pro for iPad and Final Cut Camera App
News
Apple Unveils 2024 Pride Edition Braided Solo Loop Band and Watch Face
Apple Plans Apple Watch Activity Challenge for World Meditation Day on May 21
Apple to Power AI Features With M2 Ultra Servers - MacRumors
Apple apologizes for 'Crush' iPad Pro ad that sparked controversy
Apple is making it easier to develop your first app using Pathways
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Marty Jencius,, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethg. It seems GM may Regret Kicking Apple CarPlay off the Dashboard we discuss. The Let Loose May 7th Event is next week we give our predictions. Apple Q2 2024 earnings report and we review all the numbers. Beta this week. iOS 17.5 Beta 4 was released. It seems we are nearing final release soon. .Siri on HomePod Seems to Have Forgotten How to Give the Time and triggers Jeff. Plus much more.
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Beta this week. iOS 17.5 Beta 4 was released. Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of visionOS 1.2 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 10.5 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 17.5 to Developers
iOS 17.5 Includes 'Repair State' Option That Doesn't Require Turning Off Find My for Service
Apple Q2 2024 earnings report. 2024 Q2 Apple Results: $90.8 billion revenue, Services record
Apple's Q2 2024 Earnings Call Takeaways
Tim Cook on Generative AI: 'We Have Advantages That Will Differentiate Us'
Apple Vision Pro a big hit in enterprise
Will GM Regret Kicking Apple CarPlay off the Dashboard?
Will GM Regret Kicking Apple CarPlay off the Dashboard?
Report Examines GM's Controversial Move to Abandon Apple CarPlay
Let Loose May 7th Event predictions
Everything coming from Apple in May 2024 including new iPads (finally!
Speculation ramps up as 'Let Loose' billed as 'different kind of Apple Event'
5 reasons why the M4 iPad Pro rumors actually make sense
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Siri on HomePod Seems to Have Forgotten How to Give the Time
Apple Watch AFib History Feature Qualified by FDA to Evaluate Medical Devices
FCC Fines AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon Almost $200 Million for Illegally Sharing Customer Location Data
First Physical Apple Cards Expiring Soon, Apple Shipping Out Replacements
Apple must open iPadOS to sideloading within 6 months, EU says
How much Google paid Apple to be Safari's search engine in 2022
Apple ID Password Reset: What We Know -
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Our friends Marty Jencius and Eric Bolden started a Vision Pro podcast. "Vision ProFiles." It is a weekly prosumer podcast on the Apple Vision Pro. I have connected with some 'visioneers' whom we hope to start bringing to the show to discuss news, new apps, and applications. VisionProFiles.info
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include The Tech Savvy Professor , Circular Firing Squad Podcast. and VisionProFiles.info Find him at jencius@mastodon.social
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Chuck Joiner, Jill McKinley and Jeff Gamet. Beta this week. iOS 17.5 Beta 3 is released this week.Apple Announces 'Let Loose' Event on May 7 Amid Rumors of New iPads. Chuck was at NAB in Las Vegas this past week and he gave us some highlights including an interview with the folks from Luna Fusion. Apple announces AI models can run on devices. iMazing 3 has been released and we talk about the new features. Plus iPad native calculator and much more,
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Beta this week. iOS 17.5 Beta 3 is released this week. Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 to Developers
Apple Releases Third Public Beta of iOS 17.5
Apple Seeds Third Beta of visionOS 1.2 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 10.5 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 17.5 to Developers
Apple announces an event Let Loose Apple Announces 'Let Loose' Event on May 7 Amid Rumors of New iPads
Apple Event on May 7 Has Six Artistic Logos as Tim Cook Hints at New Apple Pencil
huck was at NAB in Las Vegas this past week and he gave us some highlights including an interview with the folks from Luna Fusion. Links to some of his interviews below.
MacVoices #24112: NAB – Jim Tierney of Digital Anarchy Shows Off The Latest In Beauty Box
MacVoices #24107: NAB - LumaFusion's Latest and Upcoming Features
MacVoices #24108: NAB - The Prismatic Company Introduces An AI-Driven Video Tool
Apple announces AI models can run on device. Apple Releases Open Source AI Models That Run On-Device
AI also has some great ways to create songs. Website tools like Udio and Suno are a great start.
Udio | Make your music
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iMazing iPhone Management Software Gets Fresh Design, Support for Vision Prox
Apple Reportedly Stops Production of FineWoven Accessories
Sonos Launches Redesigned App With Customizable Home Screen For More Personalized Listening
Mophie Launches Juice Pack Battery Cases for iPhone 15 Lineup
Apple Finally Plans to Release a Calculator App for iPad Later This Year
Apple Cuts Vision Pro Shipments as Demand Falls 'Sharply Beyond Expectations'
Apple Vision Pro Customer Interest Dying Down at Some Retail Stores
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Our friends Marty Jencius and Eric Bolden started a Vision Pro podcast. "Vision Pro Files." It is a weekly prosumer podcast on the Apple Vision Pro. I have connected with some 'visioneers' whom we hope to start bringing to the show to discuss news, new apps, and applications. https://visionprofiles.info/
Macstock 8 is Here! July 12-14, 2024 Macstock Conference & Expo Jill, Dave, Chuck, and Jeff are speaking.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the https://noc.social/@askamanager/112338127667452631YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Jill McKinley is a professional in the field of enterprise hospital software, server administration, and IT. She started her technical career in Windows but now exclusively uses a Mac in her personal life. She hosts several podcasts, including Start with Small Steps and Small Steps with God, where she offers tips and insights for a better life. Her podcast is at https://startwithsmallsteps.com and X @schmern.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Beta this week. 17.5 Beta 2 was released this week. New Guest Brian Flsnigsn-Arthers we find out more about him and his Apple Tech.Emulators on iOS is a game changer for iOS?We discuss USB-C Cables and chargers and talk about what is good and what is bad.We discuss USB-C Cables and chargers and talk about what is good and what is bad.In Touch with Cord cutting this week AirPlay in Hotels,Plex has 1100 channels and more. Plus more.
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Beta this week. 17.5 Beta 2 was released this week.
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 to Developers
Everything New in the iOS 17.5 Beta - MacRumors
iOS 17.5: New features, release date, and more details - 9to5Mac
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 10.5 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of visionOS 1.2 to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 17.5 to Developers - MacRumors
New iOS 17.5 Beta Lets EU iPhone Users Download Apps Directly From Websites
New Guest Brian Flsnigsn-Arthers we find out more about him and his Apple Tech.
Emulators on iOS is a game changer for iOS?
Emulators Will Change the App Store Forever - MacStories
The Delta Videogame Emulator Launches on the App Store - MacStories
We discuss USB-C Cables and chargers and talk about what is good and what is bad.
USB-C charging cables for iPhone, iPad and Mac | Macworld
In Touch with Cord cutting this week AirPlay in Hotels,Plex has 1100 channels and more.
Cord Cutting in Hotels is Becoming Easier As AirPlay Comes to Select IHG Hotels
Plex Tops 1,100 Free Live Channels Worldwide, Making it The Largest Free Streaming Service | Cord Cutters News
Switching broadband is going to get easier thanks to these new 'nutrition' labels/
Review: Roku’s New Pro Remote 2 with Backlit Buttons, USB-C, & New Buttons: Is It Worth Upgrading? | Cord Cutters News
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Apple addresses predictive emoji ‘bug’ in latest iOS 17.5 beta after outrage
Microsoft brings OneNote to the Apple Vision Pro — with a key limitation
Apple Sports App Updated for NBA and NHL Playoffs
'For All Mankind' season 5 and new spinoff series 'Star City' coming to Apple TV+ - 9to5Mac
Coming to Apple TV+: All the upcoming shows, series, movies, trailers, and more
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Macstock 8 is Here! July 12-14, 2024 Macstock Conference & Expo
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on X @brian8944. and Mastodon at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Here are some great topics this week including Apple Vision Pro Owners Complain of Headaches, Neck Issues and Black Eyes, When to Expect a New Apple TV to Launch. Watch out for iPhone spyware attached that Apple warned about. Apple to expand repair options with support for used genuine parts. Teens Love iPhone and Apple Watch, But Not Apple Music and Apple TV+. Plus more.
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Beta this week. iOS 17.5 Beta 1 continues. Apple Releases First Public Beta of iOS 17.5
iPadOS 17.5 confirms new display technology for next-generation iPad Pro
iOS 17.5: New features, release date, and more details
iOS 17.5 Adds New 'Quartiles' Word Game for Apple News+ Subscribers
Beeper App That Created Workaround for iMessage on Android Acquired by WordPress Owner Automattic
When to Expect a New Apple TV to Launch
Vision Pro Topics
Apple Releases visionOS 1.1.2 With Bug Fixes and Revised visionOS 1.2 Beta
Apple Highlights How Business Can Use Vision Pro Press Release Apple Vision Pro brings a new era of spatial computing to business
Apple Vision Pro Owners Complain of Headaches, Neck Issues and Black Eyes
Google Pixel 8's Flagship AI Photo Editing Feature Coming to iPhones
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iPhone users in 92 countries received a spyware attack warning from Apple
Apple to expand repair options with support for used genuine parts
Apple has a solution to ghost touch issue on Apple Watch models
Teens Love iPhone and Apple Watch, But Not Apple Music and Apple TV+
Apple Music leads HomePod streaming, but Spotify has an incredibly strong position
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Macstock 8 is Here! July 12-14, 2024 Macstock Conference & Expo
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont, Mike Potter, Chuck Joiner,, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Celebrating 300 episodes. All our guests this week have been so amazingly supportive and we talk about their first time on the show. We review what was their first episode on the show.Beta this week.iOS 17.5 Beta 1 was released.We ask the question Is 128GB Enough iPhone Storage there was a bit of a debate. Mike Potter tells us more about Macstock 8 and more.
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Beta this week.iOS 17.5 Beta 1 was released..
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 10.5 to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 17.5 to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Releases First Beta of visionOS 1.2 to Developers - MacRumors
Here's Everything New in iOS 17.5 Beta 1 So Far - MacRumors
What to Expect From iOS 17.5
watchOS 11 Rumored to Drop Support for Apple Watch Series 4 - MacRumors
iOS 17.5 Lets EU iPhone Users Download Apps From Websites - MacRumors
iOS 17.5 Might Expand 'Found Moving With You' Alerts to Third-Party Item Trackers - MacRumors
Is 128GB Enough iPhone Storage?
Google Reveals When to Expect RCS Support on iPhone for Improved Texting With Android Users
Celebrating 300 episodes. All our guests this week have been so amazingly supportive and we talk about their first time on the show. We review what was their first episode on the show.
Here are the episodes they appeared on for the first time.
Mike Potter 032 iOS 12 and Visit to Apple Store with special guest Mike Potter
Chuck Joiner 035 iPhone Xs vs Xs Max reviews and iOS12 Tips with Special Guest Chuck Joiner
Kelly Guimont 040 The New iPad Pro is here! With Guest Kelly Guimont
Jeff Gamet 107 – The power of a iPhone Charger – With Guest Jeff Gamet
Ben Roethig 219 - Apple Event Predictions and Highly Rated Apple Car
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Apple Updates iWork Apps With New Features on Mac, iPad, and iPhone
Apple Card Savings Account to Receive First-Ever Interest Rate Decrease
Amazon's New App Lets You Scan Your Palm to Pay at Whole Foods, Panera Bread and More
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Macstock 8 is Here! July 12-14, 2024 Macstock Conference & Expo
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by guest Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Dave decided to finally “merge his 2 Apple ID’s. Well sort of. The issue is paid content like apps, movies, books, cannot be moved to the new Apple ID. This is where Family sharing gets involved. The latest beta has still not been released. But more importantly install iOS 17.4.1 for security fixes. WWDC 24 was announced. We talk about MacStock 8 and more.
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Beta this week. Still no beta but very important Update Your iPhone Now: iOS 17.4.1 Includes These Security Fixes and iOS 17.4.1 and macOS 14.4.1 come with these 2 security fixes
Apple Releases Revised Versions of iOS 17.4.1 and iPadOS 17.4.1 With Updated Build Number
People The Apple Journal app isn’t sharing your location and name with everyone Apple Journal's 'Discoverable by Others' setting: How it works
Dave decided to finally “merge his 2 Apple ID’s. Well sort of. The issue is paid content like apps, movies, books, cannot be moved to the new Apple ID. This is where Family sharing gets involved.
Links to merging Apple ID that were referenced.
Request a refund for apps or content that you bought from Apple
If you can't find your family's shared apps and content - Apple Support
How to share an Apple Music playlist on your iPhone or iPad
Manage Family Sharing settings - Apple Support
What is Family Sharing? - Apple Support
Use Sync Library with your Apple Music subscription?
Use iTunes to sync your iPhone, iPad, or iPod with your computer - Apple Support
Save a copy of a playlist in Music on Mac - Apple Support
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Apple Announces WWDC 2024 Event for June 10 to 14
Apple Hints at iOS 18 AI Announcements Coming at WWDC 2024
Apple Sues Former Employee for Leaking iPhone's Journal App and More
Apple TV+ is the streaming platform with the highest rated content on IMDb
Warning: Apple Users Targeted in Advanced Phishing Attack Involving Password Reset Requests
Canva Acquires Serif's Affinity Apps
Next-Gen Apple CarPlay Forcing Driver Instrument Cluster Takeover Triggers Lawsuit
Apple to Launch New iPad Pro and iPad Air Models in May
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Macstock 8 is Here! July 12-14, 2024 Macstock Conference & Expo
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast and the (hopefully) reconstituted Guy’s Daily Drive…which isn’t daily, but is done by driving so half accurate. email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. iOS 17.4.1 was released with bug fixes. As a new guest, let's find out more about our new guest Marty Jencius and all his Apple gear. The big story. DOJ Files Antitrust suit against Apple. After many rumors, Mark Gurman says No iPad Announcement Planned for March 26.Did you know? How to Hum to Search on YouTube and YouTube Music. Apple's iPhone AI Talks With Google and OpenAI Still Ongoing. Turn your carplay in older cars into wireless connections. Cuarko Wireless Apple CarPlay Adapter Review and hands on experience, Plus more.
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Beta this week.
iPadOS 17.4.1 Fixes QR Code Scanning Bug
Apple Releases visionOS 1.1.1 With Bug Fixes
Apple Releases iOS 17.4.1 and iPadOS 17.4.1 With Bug Fixes and Security Improvements
Lets find out more about our new guest Marty Jencius and all his Apple gear.
The big story.
DOJ Files Antitrust suit against Apple US sues Apple for illegal monopoly over smartphones - The Verge
Apple Sued by U.S. Department of Justice, Says Lawsuit is 'Wrong' - MacRumors .
Turn your carplay in older cars into wireless connections. Cuarko Wireless Apple CarPlay Adapter Review and hands on experience,
Order from Amazon here: cuarko Wireless CarPlay Adapter
News and Topics
Gurman: No iPad Announcement Planned for March 26
NYTimes echoes report of AI partnership talks between Apple and Google
Apple's iPhone AI Talks With Google and OpenAI Still Ongoing
Apple starts rolling out new AirTag firmware update
YouTube TV Gains Multiview Support on iPhone and iPad
There's still something special about the 2018 iPad Pro
Did you know? How to Hum to Search on YouTube and YouTube Music
Marty also gives us insights on his Vision Pro after just over one month of use
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Macstock 8 is Here! July 12-14, 2024 Macstock Conference & Expo
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Most apps with subscriptions fail to make more than $1000 per month. The clock is ticking on ad-free Apple TV+, so enjoy it while you can. What Magsafe chargers are good or bad? We discuss. Apple Sports app receives first update with MLB support, NCAA March Madness. Apple Buys DarwinAI Ahead of Major Generative AI Updates Coming. Plus more.
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Beta this week. iOS 17.4 is the current version no beta has been released this week.
Apple Preparing iOS 17.4.1 Update for iPhone
Well do subscriptions work? Most apps with subscriptions fail to make more than $1000 per month Report: Most Subscription-Based Apps Do Not Make Money
Could this happen? The clock is ticking on ad-free Apple TV+, so enjoy it while you can
What will Apple do with AI? Apple Buys DarwinAI Ahead of Major Generative AI Updates Coming in iOS 18
What Magsafe chargers are good or bad? We discuss and links to each one are below. Best MagSafe wireless chargers for iPhone 2024
MagSafe Charger links
Apple MagSafe Charger
Belkin Wireless Charger for MagSafe
Anker MagGo Magnetic Wireless Charger
ESR for Magsafe Charger, Wireless Charger Kickstand
MagSafe Charger Compatible, Anker MagGo 3-in-1 Charging Station
News
Apple Watch Pulse Oximetry Can Be Reactivated Through Software in 2028 or With Successful Appeal
iPhone SE 4 Expected to Depreciate Heavily
Apple is now assembling the 6.1-inch iPhone 15 in Brazil
Apple Sports app receives first update with MLB support, NCAA March Madness data, more
VLC Media Player Potentially Coming to Apple Vision Pro
Apple’s AirPods Pro could be getting a “hearing aid mode” later this year
Google Chrome Gains Real-Time URL Protection on Mac and iOS
Apple Said iPhone Driver's Licenses Would Expand to These 8 U.S. States… Two Years Ago
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Jill McKinley is a professional in the field of enterprise software, server administration, and IT for a university hospital. She started her technical career in Windows but now exclusively uses a Mac in her personal life. She hosts several podcasts, including Start with Small Steps where she offers tips and insights for a better life and the new Buzz Blossom & Squeak discussing how to better observe nature. Her podcasts at A Better Life in Small Steps and X @schmern.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Mike Potter, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Beta this week.iOS 17.4 was released to the public. Apple releases iOS 17.4, iPad 17.4 with compliance for EU Digital Markets Act. it also includes must install security fixes, iOS 17.4 patch list expands to over 40. Transcripts are now available in Apple Podcasts and they are amazing. Apple Changes Trade-In Values for Macs, iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watches. Plus much more.
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Beta this week.iOS 17.4 was released to the public. Apple releases iPadOS 17.4 with compliance for EU Digital Markets Act
Apple Releases iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 With EU App Changes, New Emoji, Podcast Transcripts and More
iOS 17.4 Features: What's New in iOS 17.4
iOS 17.4 Lets Budget Apps Read Real-Time Apple Card Transaction Info
Make Sure to Update: iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 Fix Two Major Security Vulnerabilities
macOS 14.4 brings 50+ security fixes, iOS 17.4 patch list expands to over 40
How to find your new Apple Cash card number in iOS 17.4
iOS 17.4: Apple's 'new instrument cluster experience' for CarPlay
iOS 17.4 has landed – here are six new features it brings to your iPhone
Apple debuts new transcripts feature for Apple Podcasts in iOS 17.4
Apple introduces transcripts for Apple Podcasts
Transcripts on Apple Podcasts
Transcripts now available in Apple Podcasts
Apple Releases watchOS 10.4 With Fix for Ghost Touch Bug - MacRumors
Apple Releases HomePod Software 17.4 With Music Preference Update
Apple Releases visionOS 1.1 With Improvements to Persona, EyeSight, Virtual Keyboard and More
Apple Releases tvOS 17.4
Apple Releases macOS Sonoma 14.4
News
Apple updates rules surrounding EU DMA compliance to address developer concerns
Apple Changes Trade-In Values for iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watches
Apple Ups Mac Trade-In Prices Following M3 MacBook Air Launch
Apple hit with class action lawsuit over iCloud's 5GB limit
Over 200 Apple Watches recovered from Illinois lakes by metal detectorist and diver
The FDA just approved an iPhone-powered blood glucose monitor as Apple Watch sugar-sensing plan continues
Apple TV+ adds a limited time library of 50 movies to stream for free
Photo Editor Luminar Arrives on the iPad and Vision Pro
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Beta this week. iOS 17.4 RC is released and it is anticipated to be released the first week of March 2024. Apple car project was canceled and they spent quite a bit discussing this and electric cars. There are rumors that Apple will be finally releasing new iPads. he great app service SetApp is creating an iOS Store in the EU. Dave does an unboxing of the newAuto-Tracking Stand Pro with DockKit for iPhone by Belkin which he just received today and the panel was surprised.AI and Apple. We discuss where they will go and other AI services like Microsoft CoPilot
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Beta this week. iOS 17.4 RC is released and it is anticipated to be released the first week of March 2024.
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Versions of iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available
Apple Seeds tvOS 17.4 Beta 5 to Developers
Apple Releases visionOS 1.1 Beta 4
Apple says iOS 17.4 includes these bug fixes and upgrades
Apple car project was canceled and they spent quite a bit discussing this and electric cars. Apple Spent More Than $10 Billion on Apple Car Before Canceling Project
Apple Car History - Where Did Development Go Wrong?
NYT: Apple held talks with Elon Musk about buying Tesla, planned to use Siri instead of a steering wheel for Apple Car
There are rumors that Apple will be finally releasing new iPads. : OLED iPad Pro's Thin Design Highlighted in CAD Drawings
The great app service SetApp is creating an iOS Store in the EU. ”MacPaw Announces Upcoming Beta Version of Setapp Mobile in EU, Leading the Way Toward a More User-Centric App Ecosystem
Dave does an unboxing of the newAuto-Tracking Stand Pro with DockKit for iPhone by Belkin which he just received today and the panel was surprised.
AI and Apple. We discuss where they will go and other AI services like Microsoft CoPilot. Apple GPT: What We Know About Apple's Work on Generative AI
News
Apple got what it wanted at the shareholder meeting
Apple ID Could Be Rebranded to 'Apple Account' Later This Year
Zoom dropping support for older iOS versions next month
Apple Pay Later plans will show up on credit reports
Tips
We give some tips you should not be doing on your iPhone and could be ruining it.
You're Using the Wrong Accessories. Make sure you are using Apple MFi certified accessories.
Should You Start Using Your iPhone While It's Charging? Battery management tips.
You're Not Cleaning Your iPhone Properly. What to use to clean your iPhone.
Keeping Your iPhone's Storage Full. Its important to keep some space available
You Don't Keep Your iPhone Up to Date. Its so important to keep it updated.
Announcements
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast and the (hopefully) reconstituted Guy’s Daily Drive…which isn’t daily, but is done by driving so half accurate. email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Apple Increases iPhone 15's Advertised Battery Lifespan and we discuss this and how to manage your iPhone battery life. iOS 17.4 Beta 4 was released this week and it's looking like it will be released in March.Have you Ever wondered how to free up space on iCloud drive? We give some great tips.There was a Massive AT&T cellular outage on 2/22/24 we discuss how vulnerable and dependent we are on cellular networks. Apple introduced their very own Sports app and is it ready for prime time compared to other great sports apps. As well as we give Jeff some sports education.Plus more news
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Beta this week. iOS 17.4 Beta 4 was released this week.
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 10.4 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 17.4 to Developers
Apple Releases Third Beta of visionOS 1.1
iOS 17.4 is coming next month: Here's everything new so far
iPhone battery life is always a topic everyone wants to know how to get the most of it.
About Optimized Battery Charging on your iPhone
iPhone Battery and Performance
Batteries - Maximizing Performance
Apple Increases iPhone 15's Advertised Battery Lifespan
Ever wonder how to free up space on iCloud drive? We give some of these tips The Best Ways to Free Up Space on Your iCloud Drive
New security protocol for iMessage this is big.
Apple Announces 'Groundbreaking' New Security Protocol for iMessage
Massive AT&T outage on 2/22/24 we discuss how vulnerable and dependent we are on cellular networks.This Map Shows Just How Bad the AT&T Outage Was | Cord Cutters News
Downdectector
Apple introduced their very own Sports app and is it ready for prime time compared to other great sports apps. As well as we give Jeff some sports education.
App Store Preview Apple Sports
'Apple Sports' App Announced With Personalized Scoreboards and More
News
Apple warns: Drying a wet iPhone in rice could actually make things worse
Microsoft shies away from bringing Xbox titles to the iOS platform, cites monetization concerns
First ever iOS trojan discovered — and it’s stealing facial recognition data to break into bank accounts
Amazon Prime Video drops Dolby Vision and Atmos unless you pay extra
Duo That Defrauded Apple Out of 5,000 iPhones With Repair Scheme Will Spend Up to 20 Years in Prison
Pair found guilty of trying to defraud Apple of more than $3 million
So far, the early return rate on Apple Vision Pro is pretty low
Apple Music Launches Monthly Replay Experience
MLS Season Pass returns with Multiview and more Messi
Top 7 Best-Selling Smartphones Last Year Were All iPhones
FDA blood glucose statement doesn't mean we won't see it in an Apple Watch
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter/X @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Topics include Beta this week. iOS 17.4 beta 3 was released this week as well as VisionOS 1.1. In Touch with Mac The panel gives their thoughts on the Macintosh at 40 and how it shaped the iPhone and iPad. In Touch with cord cutting including YouTubeTV new features including the addition of the last channel button. Jon Stewart confirms why his Show on Apple TV+ was cancelled. Apple buys domain iWork.ai it could be a Star Trek Experience. TikTok now has an app on Vision Pro and more.
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Beta this week. iOS 17.4 beta 3 was released this week.
Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 to Developers
iOS 17.4 Beta: All the New Features
Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 10.4 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 17.4 to Developers
Vision Pro Topics
Apple Releases Second Beta of visionOS 1.1
Kelly's experience with VisionPro demo.
Apple fans are starting to return their Vision Pros
Apple Releases visionOS 1.0.3 With Reset Option for Forgotten Passcode
Macintosh at 40
40 years of the Macintosh Steve Jobs Archive
Hello. The Apple Mac @ 40
The Mac at 40: Iconic, indelible, immortal
This week in cord cutting.
YouTube TV Confirms It Will Let You Customize Your Multiview Experiences and Pick the Games You Want | Cord Cutters News
YouTube TV Confirms The Ability to Jump Back To The Last Channel You Watched With a Single Button Press
Zeam, a Free Streaming Service Featuring Local News, Travel and Sports Content, is Now Live
Zeam
News
Apple Confirms iOS 17.4 Disables Home Screen Web Apps in the European Union
Apple's iMessage Avoids EU's Digital Markets Act Regulation
Peloton Is Dropping Apple Watch GymKit Support
Jon Stewart Confirms Apple Canceled Show: 'They Didn't Want Me to Say Things That Might Get Me in Trouble'
'The Joe Rogan Experience' Returns to Apple Podcasts After 3-Year Hiatus
Apple buys iWork.ai domain as evidence of a big AI push mounts
TikTok Releases Vision Pro App With 'Immersive' Viewing Experience
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Dylan Stewart, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig.Beta this week. iOS 17.4 Beta 2 is released. Our guest Dylan has the Vision Pro and did an unboxing last week. He gives us his review and thoughts. YouTube Claims an Apple Vision Pro App is On the Roadmap.The Windows world officially has 3 apps, goodbye iTunes for Windows. Plus more.
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Beta this week. iOS 17.4 Beta 2 is released. Apple Releasing iOS 17.4 in March With These New Features and Changes
Apple Seeds Second iOS 17.4 Public Beta With EU App Ecosystem Changes
Apple Starts Improving Vision Pro Personas in visionOS 1.1 Beta
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 10.4 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 17.4 to Developers
iOS 17.4 Allows Video Calling Apps to Turn Off Hand Gesture Reactions to Prevent Awkward Moments
Apple Releases iOS 17.3.1 With Fix for Text Bug
Apple Releases watchOS 10.3.1 With Bug Fixes
Our guest Dylan has the Vision Pro and did an unboxing last week. He gives us his review and thoughts. Here is his unboxing video. Unboxing the Vision Pro
We find out his likes and dislikes and maybe a demo.
Bad
Difficult to share with others
Keyboard
Battery pack - not battery life
Non-Spatial Apps - from Appl e (Calendar)
Persona
Good
Watching videos is amazing
Siri and dictation work well
iPad Apps
Ability to be productive/multi-tasking in an infinite environment
Ability to toggle from immersive to
Vision Pro news
YouTube Claims an Apple Vision Pro App is On the Roadmap
Apple Shares Vision Pro User Guide and Dozens of Support Documents With Useful Tips
PSA: You'll Have to Visit an Apple Store If You Forget Your Vision Pro Passcode
Vision Pro Demo Appointments Begin Today at All Apple Stores in U.S.
This hospital system just bought 30 Vision Pro units and launched a new ‘Spatial Computing Center of Excellence’
The Windows world officially has 3 apps, goodbye iTunes for Windows.
Apple Officially Splits iTunes for Windows Into Apple Music, TV, and Devices Apps
Apple Redesigns iCloud App for Windows
News
iOS 17 Adoption is Slower Than iOS 16 Adoption
Apple's 2024 Swift Student Challenge Now Live
Apple TV+ Previews 2024 Lineup of Shows and Films
Bluesky Social Network Ditches Invite Codes, Opens Registrations to All
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Dylan Stewart first discovered Apple computers and technology in 1981, and ever since then has loved pushing its boundaries to create the simple out of the complex.
In 2001 Dylan founded 2 Smart Techies, a Mac and PC computer consultation company that would set the stage for his future. As it grew, he grew. Along the way, Dylan was dubbed the MacWhisperer, and became the go-to guru for Los Angeles and beyond.
Over the past 20 years, Dylan has hosted podcasts, live trainings and seminars, and online courses. He has recently created the MacWhisperer Monthly Membership to help technology enthusiasts of all ages and technical abilities to improve their skills, and to their tool chests, and take their technology to the next level. CLICK HERE to sign up.
Find Dylan on YouTube, TikTok , Facebook , Linked IN, Instagram: and X/Twitter: @macwhisperer
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Bob Fairbairn, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Bob joins us for the first time is 4 years and we talk about the release of iOS 17.4 beta 1 that fixes bugs. Apple releases their earnings results The Company posted quarterly revenue of $119.6 billion, up 2 percent year over year, we review all the results in the main categories. Vision Pro available tomorrow 2/2 we discuss what the influencers have said and will we buy it. Jeff and Dave pledged to the icon Factory and discuss how this could be a great app. Plus much more.
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Beta this week. iOS 17.4 Beta 1 was rereleased Apple Seeds First iOS 17.4 Public Beta With EU App Ecosystem Changes, Re-Releases Dev Beta
iOS 17.4 beta 1 gets rare mid-stream update
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 10.4 to Developers
References to 'homeOS' resurface in tvOS 17.4 beta
iOS 17.4: Using Apple's New Podcast Transcript Feature
Apple is updating one of the oldest apps on your iPhone
Apple releases their earnings results The Company posted quarterly revenue of $119.6 billion, up 2 percent year over year, and quarterly earnings per diluted share of $2.18, up 16 percent year over year.
Apple reports first quarter results
Apple's Q1 2024 Earnings Call Takeaways
Apple reports nearly $120B quarter: Full charts
Apple Now Has More Than 2.2 Billion Active Devices Worldwide
Cook 'incredibly excited' about generative AI coming to Apple gear later in 2024
Vision Pro available tomorrow 2/2 we discuss what the influencers have said. Vision Pro Reviews: Surprising Battery Life, 'Weird' Personas, and More
What Reviewers Have Learned about Apple Vision Pro
Vision Pro won't let you save web apps to your home screen
Jeff and Dave pledged to the icon Factory and discuss how this could be a great app. Makers of Twitterrific want to defragment online media with Project Tapestry
The Iconfactory Launches Project Tapestry, a Kickstarter Campaign to Create a Universal Inbox for RSS, Social Media, and More
Will carriers start advertising their logo on every call? AT&T seems to be. Android phones on AT&T will now show brand logos on incoming calls
There are more details on the EU changes with iPhone and iPad. Apple's EU App Store Changes: iPads, TestFlight, Default Stores and More
Apple Further Explains iOS 17.4's New Default Browser Prompt in EU
Here Are All the iPhone Changes Coming to EU Users by March 6
News
Rumor: Apple's Touchscreen HomePod Coming This Year: Everything We Know
Apple Extends Modem Licensing Deal With Qualcomm Through March 2027
Apple Savings Account Interest Rate Increases to 4.50% APY
Apple Card Users Earned More Than $1 Billion in Daily Cash Last Year Apple Press Release.
Honda launches wireless CarPlay retrofit option for select 2018-2022 cars
Apple TV+ viewers watched 17 billion minutes of 'Ted Lasso' in 2023
Apps
Arc Search Review: My New Default iPhone Browser
Orion Web Browser from Kagi
https://kagi.com/orion/
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Bob Fairbairn Does Technology and Audio systems consulting and most of his work is around what he calls “end-user computing and mobility
Websites: http://SmarterCaTS.com Bob's Tool Shop KE9A https://www.bobonstereo.com Land and Lens Mastodon: @bobfa
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Mike Potter, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Apple must comply with EU with side loading and open browsers with WebKit as well as outside payments for the Digital Markets Act starting with iOS 17.4 Beta. iOS 17.3 is released with Stolen Device Protection and security fixes a must upgrade. Rumors on the possible New iPad Air, iPad Pro, and MacBook Air Models Likely to Launch in March or April 2024. Plus much more.
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Beta this week: iOS 17.4 Beta 1 was released today as we record. Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 to Developers
iOS 17.4 Beta: All the New Changes - MacRumors
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 17.4 to Developers
iOS 17.4 Beta Adds New Emoji: Shaking Head, Lime, Phoenix, Brown Mushroom and More
Apple Now Allowing Non-WebKit Engines in EU, Offering More Options for Changing Default Browser
Apple announces changes to iOS, Safari, and the App Store in the European Union
Apple Details How It Plans to Comply with the EU's Digital Markets Act
Apple Introduces Transcripts for Podcasts
iOS 17.3 was released to the public which we will review next. But:iOS 17.3 is finally here. We review some of the key features and stress why it's very important to upgrade because of security fixes and updates including Stolen Device Protection feature.
iOS 17.3 and macOS Sonoma 14.3 Patch WebKit Vulnerability That May Have Been Exploited
Apple Releases iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 With Stolen Device Protection, Collaborative Apple Music Playlists and More
iOS 17.3 Features: What's New in iOS 17.3
How to use Stolen Device Protection
Apple Releases watchOS 10.3 With New Watch Face
Apple Releases tvOS 17.3
Apple Releases HomePod 17.3 Software
MacOS Sonoma 14.3 update. Apple Releases macOS Sonoma 14.3 With Collaborative Apple Music Playlists
News
Apple Music Classical Now Available on CarPlay [Removed]
Apple Re-Adds Access to iTunes TV Show and Movie Wishlists in iOS 17.3
Rumor: New iPad Air, iPad Pro, and MacBook Air Models Likely to Launch in March or April
Apple Received 13 Academy Award Nominations for Killers of the Flower Moon and Napoleon - MacRumors
Netflix dropping Basic ads-free tier, forcing users to choose a more profitable tier. We talk about bundles and Hulu Disney+
X for iOS Adds Support for Passkeys, Allowing for More Secure Logins
Firmware update released for first-generation AirPods Pro
Apple Now Allows Game Streaming Apps on App Store Worldwide
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Chuck has returned from CES and gives his insights on the show what he found and what stood out to him. Where will the Apple Watch be without the blood oxygen feature? FindMy did we know there was a limit of devices? The Vision Pro Pre orders tomorrow We review what to expect. Apple Reintroduced the HomePod a Year Ago Today and Jeff has thoughts. U.S. Developers Can Now Offer Non-App Store Purchasing Option, But Apple Will Still Collect Commissions. Plus more.
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Beta this week. iOS17.3 RC is released.
Apple Seeds iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 Release Candidates
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of watchOS 10.3
Apple Seeds tvOS 17.3 Release Candidate
iOS 17.3 Allows iPhones to Connect to Some Hotel Room TVs via AirPlay
Apple Releasing iOS 17.3 Next Week With These New Features
Chuck has returned from CES and gives his insights on the show what he found and what stood out to him. Items he mentioned below.
Blueant Soundblade Under monitor soundbar
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MacVoices interview with BlueAnt:
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Jill McKinley, and Jeff Gamet. Apple disrupts CES and announces the preorder and release of Vision Pro. Preorder Jan 19 and released on Feb 2, CES2024 is this week we review some of the Apple related tech and some of the other thing things announced, Apple Card savings account had another interest APY increase. ITC wants Apple Watch ban reinstated because Apple has a weak ans uncompelling case. Plus much more.
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Beta this week iOS 17.3 beta 3 was released this week.
Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 10.3 to Developers - MacRumors
When Will iOS 17.3 Be Released? - MacRumors
Vision Pro interrupts CES, to launch Feb 2 . Preorders on Jan 19. We discuss the pending release and will we buy one?
The Apple Vision Pro goes on sale in the US on February 2 for $3,499
Vision Pro Lenses $99 for read, $149 Prescription Apple Vision Pro prescription lenses will cost $149 extra
Apple Vision Pro Features 16GB of RAM and Likely Up to 1TB of Storage
Apple Store App Will Use Face Scan to Determine Apple Vision Pro Size - MacRumors
Kuo: Apple Will Only Produce Up to 80,000 Vision Pro Headsets for Launch, Sellout Likely - MacRumors
Your Mac and Apple Vision Pro: What You Can Do (and What You Can't) - MacRumors
CES2024 was the week and many of the great product announcements. AI was all the trend this year,
CES 2024: Satechi Debuts New Qi2 Wireless Charging Stands
CES 2024: Mila Debuts HomeKit-Compatible Smart Air Purifier - MacRumors
CES 2024 Day 2: Transparent TVs From LG, OtterBox's Cactus Leather, Lockly Smart Locks and More - MacRumors
CES 2024: Ugreen Unveils NASync Network Attached Storage Series - MacRumors
Here are the best new devices from CES Unveiled 2024
The best CES 2024 tech you can buy right now | ZDNET
The 12 best mobile accessories at CES 2024 so far: iPhone call recorder, Qi2 chargers, and more | ZDNET
CES 2024: 3 trends to watch as we learn what's next in tech | ZDNET
CES Day 4: ZDNET's top 10 CES stories you don't want to miss | ZDNET
CES 2024: Sennheiser's New Wireless Earbuds Feature Heart Rate and Body Temperature Sensors
CES 2024: Scosche Shares Qi2 BaseLynx Modular Charging System - MacRumors
CES 2024 Day 2: The best gear for Apple users from the show floor
News
Batterygate payments in the wild.. Apple Starts Sending 'Batterygate' Settlement Payments to iPhone Users
Some Apple Music Subscribers Experiencing Library Syncing Issue Across the iPhone and Mac
Apple Card Savings Account Receives Another Rate Increase
Here's How the Apple Card's New Savings Rate Compares to Alternatives
Apple Music Classical Expanding to More Countries Later This Month
Al Gore and James Bell to Retire From Apple's Board of Directors, Dr. Wanda Austin to Join
Apple Releases Magic Keyboard Firmware Update With Bluetooth Security Fix - MacRumors
YouTube discontinues its iMessage mini-app for iPhone and iPad users
ITC Wants Apple Watch Sales Ban Reinstated: 'Apple Presents a Weak and Unconvincing Case'
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Jill McKinley is a professional in the field of enterprise software, server administration, and IT. She started her technical career in Windows but now exclusively uses a Mac in her personal life. She hosts several podcasts, including Start with Small Steps and Small Steps with God, where she offers tips and insights for a better life. Her podcast is at https://startwithsmallsteps.com and X @schmern.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We welcome back Guy! We have a AI discussion on what it is and how it's going to impact us in the future. Guy asked Microsoft CoPIlot and created an angry podcasters photo. It doesn't quite resemble him and Gaz. Will Apple ever release a foldable iPhone or iPad? We review some of the updates Apple might release in 2024 including a long overdue iPad since none were released in 2023. Plus much more.
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Beta this week. iOS 17.3 Beta 2 was released then pulled as it bricked some iPhones. Apple Pulls iOS 17.3 Beta 2 Due to Boot Loop Issue
Warning: iOS 17.3 Beta 2 Bricking Some iPhones
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 17.3 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 10.3 to Developers
Could a foldable iPhone happen?
Smartphone manufacturers still want to make foldables a thing
AI discussion on what it is and how it's going to impact us in the future.
The New York Times sues OpenAI and Microsoft for using its stories to train chatbots
Microsoft copilot and other AI clients
Microsoft Copilot on the App Store
Microsoft adding new PC button in its first significant keyboard change in decades
Guy asked CoPIlot and created this angry podcasters photo. It doesn't quite resemble him and It doesn't quite resemble him and Gaz.
2024 Predictions we discuss what Apple is expected to do.
Vision Pro
New iPads first time in 12 years no new iPad was released. Plus iPad Air and iPad Mini
AirPods 4 and Airpods Max USB-C new wireless update
What to Expect From Apple in 2024: Vision Pro, iPhone 16 Models, Revamped iPad Pro and More
Apps
Microsoft Copilot on the App Store
News
T-Mobile Will Shut Down the Tuesdays App and Integrate It Into the New “T Life” App
T-Mobile Offers Free Ad-Supported Hulu to Subscribers
Apple Music Bug Related to 'Add Playlist Songs' Setting is Now Fixed
Apple Fitness+ launching Sound Meditations, workouts for golfers, and more Apple news released Apple Fitness+ offers more ways to stay active and mindful in the new year
Miss Physical Keyboards? New 'Clicks' Accessory Adds Keys to Your iPhone
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Its our last show of the year and we talk about the 2023 Apple year in review with Vision Pro, USB-C on the iPhone and many other items that happened this year. Cord cutting and streaming had some interesting things happening including more folks leaving Cable TV to streaming and price increases. Apple legal troubles with watch banning sales and then a stay from the ITC. Lowes has Apple Pay in stores, plus much more.
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Lowe's Retail Stores Now Accept Apple Pay
Will the homePod have a screen of some sort? HomePod prototype with touchscreen LCD on top shows up in new images
The latest on the Apple Watch ban in the US
Breaking News Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 Sales Ban Paused by US Appeals Court
Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 Available in Apple Stores Starting Today, Online Sales to Resume Tomorrow
Apple Watch Import Ban Now Official, Apple Appeals Decision
Apple Watch ban news hub: Everything we know right now
Email to Tim Cook caused Masimo Apple Watch lawsuit
AliveCor Praises Apple Watch Ban Amid Its Own Health Tech Patent Dispute With Apple
Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 Once Again Available to Purchase From Apple's Online Store
Apple still pursuing software fix to avoid Apple Watch import ban altogether
Lost In The Latest Apple Watch Patent Battle: The ITC Loophole Creates A Mess
Topics
Beta this week. iOS17.3 Beta 1 continues iOS 17.3 Will Add These Two Useful Features to Your iPhone
Apple year in review. We discuss the best stories and releases of 2023.
Apple in 2023: The Biggest News Stories and Surprises of the Year
Apple year in review 2023: A new computing era
Apple 2023 Year in Review: Next Year will be Bigger | by Mike Anguilano | Dec, 2023
Apple's 2023 Event Plans: New Products Coming in 2023
Cord cutting and streaming services year in review 2023
How streaming got worse in 2023 (and what you can do about it) |
Amazon Prime Video will start showing ads on January 29th
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Brittany Smith and Kelly Guimont, plus regulars Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. GM has its big woes with its Infotainment system constantly crashing. Or as Jeff says InfoPAINment system. Big news Apple has stopped selling the current Apple Watch because of a patent infringement lawsuit. The social engineering saga continues Joanna Stern from WSJ interviews a jailed iPhone thief who tells us how easy it was to steal 1000’s of iPhones. Apple now has self diagnostics available for self service repairs. Plus much more.
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Apple TestFlight servers from 2012 to 2015 leak, containing terabytes of data
Apple halted sales of Apple Watch Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 no longer available online
Here's how the Apple Watch ban will impact your ability to get your device repaired or replaced
Apple halting Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 sales: Here's why
Apple could avoid US Apple Watch ban with software update
iOS 16.7.4 Update Fixes Issue That Prevented Built-In Apps From Being Reinstalled
Apple News+ Subscription Now Includes 'The Athletic' Sports Coverage
Bloomberg: Vision Pro production moving at full speed, February launch planned
Apple announces new 'contingent pricing' feature for App Store subscriptions
Apple Card Savings Account gets its first interest rate boost since launch
Topics
Latest updates to iOS17.2 are discussed.
Apple Releases iOS 17.2.1 With Bug Fixes
iOS 17.2 and tvOS 17.2 Kill TV Show and Movie Wishlists With No Warning
Apple Stops Signing iOS 17.1.1 and iOS 17.1.2, Preventing Downgrading
Beta this week. iOS17.3 Beta 1 continues
iOS 17.3 beta 1 is here — here’s the new features for your iPhone
CarPlay and iPhone 15 with USB-C and does it work with the USB-C cable? CarPlay with the USB-C iPhone 15
Meanwhile GM has not started out well post CarPlay. GM’s CarPlay replacement software is off to a disastrous start
We discussed the social engineering that happened when thieves steal iPhones. Joanna Stern from Wall Street Journal initially reported this way of getting someones passcode and steals the phone and cash.She interviews a jailed thief that talks about how he did it. He Stole Hundreds of iPhones and Looted People’s Life Savings. He Told Us How.
Apple is now offering diagnostics of Self service repairs. iPhone 12 and later: Apple Diagnostics for Self Service Repair
Jeff and Dave report back on the $16 knock off Apple watch band. https://www.instagram.com/p/C1GUqrLtDkJ/
Tips
iMessage Tip OS 17.2, what’s your Messages count + storage?? Go to Settings > Tap your name > iCloud > Show all > Messages in iCloud
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Macstock 7 2023 Digital Pass is now available. Relive the conference as you can Purchase a Digital Pass see the talks that many of our regular guests and contributors did including Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff. https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
Brittany Smith is a cognitive neuroscientist who provides a variety of consulting services through her business, Devise and Conquer that includes ADD/ADHD coaching, technology coaching, productivity consulting, and more. She is a self-designated “well-rounded geek”, and holds a M.S. degree in Cognitive Neuroscience. She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator. Find her on her YouTube channel of tech tips
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. iOS17.2 is released. We do a full review of the key new features. iOS17.3 Beta 1 was released and big news of Stolen Device Protection feature now protects from over the shoulder stealing of passcodes and more. GM thinks CarPlay is not safe and that's why they won't offer it anymore. Where do we buy our Apple Products? Is the Apple Store the best place to go or big box stores and cellular carriers? Plus much more.
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Apple Now Selling Standalone USB-C AirPods Pro Case for $99
Apple's foldable iPhone is one step closer as Samsung Display begins internal reshuffle
Really? GM Says It's Nixing CarPlay to Make Drivers Safer and GM Says It's Ditching Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for Your Safety
Apple Delays iOS 17's AirPlay in Hotel Room Feature Until 2024
Disney Says The Hulu App Will Not Shut Down As Hulu Content Merges Into Disney+
AAPL stock closes at new record high after adding $1 trillion to market cap this year
Topics
Beta this week. iOS17.3 Beta 1 was released this week.
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 10.3 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 17.3 to Developers
iOS 17.3 Beta Adds Collaborative Apple Music Playlists Again
iOS 17.3 Beta: All the New Features So Far
The big story in iOS17.3 Beta is the Stolen Device Protection that Apple implemented.
Apple Makes Security Changes to Protect Users From iPhone Thefts
iOS 17.3 Beta Adds New Stolen Device Protection Feature to iPhone
iOS 17.2 was released to the public this week. We discuss some of the key new features.
Apple Releases iOS 17.2 With Journal App and More
iOS 17.2: How to Change Your iPhone's Default Notification Sound
iOS 17.2: How to Translate Speech With iPhone's Action Button
iOS17.2 Release Notes
About the security content of iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2 ****note update list below
Older releases About the security content of iOS 16.7.3 and iPadOS 16.7.3
Apple Removes Option to Buy TV Shows and Movies in iOS 17.2 iTunes Store App
Where do we buy Apple products? Ben gives his experience on buying a iPhone from a Apple Store and had difficulties. Here's where people buy their iPhones, iPads, and Macs
Jeff reviews the knock off Apple Watch band. Buy it here. https://amzn.to/3RqsyCs
Announcements
Macstock 7 2023 Digital Pass is now available. Relive the conference as you can Purchase a Digital Pass see the talks that many of our regular guests and contributors did including Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff. https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Jill McKinley is a professional in the field of enterprise software, server administration, and IT. She started her technical career in Windows but now exclusively uses a Mac in her personal life. She hosts several podcasts, including Start with Small Steps and Small Steps with God, where she offers tips and insights for a better life. Her podcast is at https://startwithsmallsteps.com and X @schmern.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. There is a big vulnerability with Bluetooth that hasn’t been fixed for a while now we discuss other iOS 17 bugs. Apple TV+ and Paramount+ may offer a bundle we discuss bundling of streaming services and streaming TV options. Dave reviews Tablo TV the service where you can access local TV stations over your local network. He also reviews Bexel, the app that mirrors an iPhone and iPad to your Mac.
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Apple's First iPhone SE Now Considered Vintage
Apple Releases New AirPods Pro 2 Firmware
Beeper Mini Brings iMessage to Android With No Need for Apple ID Sign-In
Apple Podcasts Announces 'Wiser Than Me With Julia Louis-Dreyfus' as 2023 Show of the Year
Instagram and Facebook Messenger Chats to Disconnect This Month
Entire team behind popular iPhone video app Filmic reportedly laid off
Topics
Beta this week. 17.2 RC 5th beta is out this week.
Stories on 17.2
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Versions of iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2 to Developers
iOS 17.2 Brings Qi2 Support to iPhone 13 and iPhone 14 Models
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of watchOS 10.2 to Developers
Apple Seeds tvOS 17.2 Release Candidate to Developers
Apple Eliminating iTunes Movies and TV Show Apps in tvOS 17.2
iOS 17.2 and watchOS 10.2 Allow Siri to Access and Log Health Data
Bug fix we discuss
iOS 17 Bug Switches Apps While Typing - How to Fix
If you're using a Magic Keyboard, you've opened up an attack vector
Bluetooth security issues.
Apple devices vulnerable to new Bluetooth security hole attack
Streaming bundling discussion.
Apple and Paramount Considering Discounted TV+ Streaming Bundle
Hulu on Disney+ Beta Launches for Bundle Subscribers
Disney+ rolling out ‘Hulu Hub’ for bundle subscribers, but some content is missing
Disney Has Merged Hulu Into The Disney+ App Today
Dave reviews Tablo TV and how it makes it much easier to stream local over the air HD channels.
Tablo TV
Apps
Bezel App Dave reviews this latest app that mirrors iPhone and iPad on your Mac. Very fast performance.
Announcements
Macstock 7 2023 Digital Pass is now available. Relive the conference as you can Purchase a virtual pass to see the talks that many of our regular guests and contributors did including Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff. https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner,, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Many police departments provided misinformation about security and the NameDrop feature on iPhone and the panel gives their thoughts on this. Do you use use a privacy screens on your iPhone? We discuss their use and is it worth using them. The evolution of iPhone Camera Lenses. We look back at how far the iPhone has come over the years with this camera. Plus much more!
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Apple Pulls Plug on Goldman Credit-Card Partnership
Job opening hints at Brazilian fintech replacing Goldman Sachs as Apple Card issuer
Apple Card Goldman Sachs partnership again said to be winding down, and Apple may have already found a replacement |
Police Departments and News Sites Spreading Misinformation About How iOS 17 NameDrop Feature Works
Apple Adds New Features to Final Cut Pro, iMovie, Motion, Compressor, and Logic Pro
Topics
Apple Releases iOS 17.1.2 With Security Fixes
Beta this week. iOS 17.2 Beta 4 was released this week.
Everything New in iOS 17.2 Beta 4
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 10.2 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 17.2 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
iOS 17.2 expected soon with these new features and changes
iOS 17.2 beta 4 lets users change default notification sound; removes collaborative playlists
There were many year end review and awards.
Apple Announces 2023 App Store Award Winners - MacRumors
Apple Books Launches New 'Year in Review' Feature
Apple Music Replay 2023 Experience Now Live
Apple Reveals Most Popular Podcasts of 2023
Privacy screens have been around for a long time to keep prying eyes out for your monitor and laptop screens but what about the iPhone? Apple Explores iPhone 'Privacy Screens', Macs With Adjustable Viewing Angles
The Best iPhone 15 Pro Screen Protectors in 2023
The evolution of iPhone Camera Lenses. We look back at how far the iPhone has come over the years with this camera. iPhone camera list: Here are the lenses found in every model
Apps
Google Drive for iPhone adds built-in document scanner
Google Drive for iPhone Gains Document Scanner Feature
Announcements
Macstock 7 2023 Digital Pass is now available. Relive the conference as you can Purchase a virtual pass to see the talks that many of our regular guests and contributors did including Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff. https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Patrice Brend’amour, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig.Apple announced RCS for messages will be released in 2024. We discuss the impact and differences with MMS and SMS. iOS 3rd party browsers are becoming more popular and new ones are released all the time. We discuss the latest options on both the iPhone and iPad. We discuss iPhone and iPad backup ups and using iCloud along with iMazing. We review 3rd party browsers, Tips on messages, and more.
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Forget Siri. Turn your iPhone’s ‘Action Button’ into a ChatGPT voice assistant instead
Google’s Bard AI chatbot can now answer questions about YouTube videos
Ted Lasso returns to promote Hannah Waddingham's special and Hannah Waddingham on Christmas Special, Ted Lasso Reunion and Spinoffs
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 17.2 Beta 3 continues this week. When Will iOS 17.2 Be Released? Journal and Spacial Video are the standout new features.
iOS 17.1.2 is preparing to be released. Apple Preparing to Release iOS 17.1.2 Update for iPhone
RCS, MMS, and SMS explained.
Breaking Down Apple's 2024 Adoption of Rich Communication Services
The budgeting app Mint is being shut down and Intuit is moving everyone to Credit Karma. We discuss if this mattered and what other options there are. Mint, One of the First Budgeting Apps, Is Shutting Down
iPhone and iPad Backups How to back up iPhone and iPad to iCloud, Mac or Windows PC - iGeeksBlog also use iMazing. https://imazing.com
iOS 3rd party browsers are becoming more popular and new ones are released all the time. We discuss the latest options on both the iPhone and iPad.
Here is the core list of browsers as well as some indie ones.
Safari - Apple
Google Chrome
Microsoft Edge
Firefox for iOS (iPhone and iPad and Firefox Focus: The privacy browser
Opera Touch
DuckDuckGo Private Browser
There are so many indie browsers out there here are some to try.
Quiche Browser
Arc | Mobile Companion iOS
Orion Browser
Ghost Browser
OmniWeb
iCab
Workona
Tips
Customize the apps list Settings > Messages > iMessages Apps
Turn off messages apps you don’t use. Settings > Messages > Message apps and toggle off apps you don't want in that list. Press and hold the + goes right to photos
Tap and hold the + in Messages. It automatically goes to your photos
Finding your Apple TV remote using FindMy. Apple secretly had this in the newest TV remote but did not enable it until ios 17.
Apps
Elsewhen on the App Store
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Macstock 7 2023 Digital Pass is now available. Relive the conference as you can Purchase a virtual pass to see the talks that many of our regular guests and contributors did including Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff. https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Jeff gives us his experience buying an iPhone at T-Mobile store or Apple Store and we know which is better. Apple is adding RCS support in iMessage finally. We talk about what is left using the lightning port. Apple announced the 2023 App Store award finalists. iPhone 15 is 54% faster than the iPhone 14 on 5G. Apple Classical is now on iPad but where is it on the Mac. Plus much more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Update from last week: Microsoft pulls OneDrive update that would quiz you before letting you quit
Six Months of Free Apple Music Available to PlayStation 5 Owners
Apple Music Classical Comes to iPad
First Qi2 Wireless Chargers Coming Soon
Google will begin deleting millions of inactive Gmail and Drive accounts in December
Six Months of Free Apple Music Available to PlayStation 5 Owners
iPhone 14 Users Get Free Emergency SOS via Satellite for Another Year
North suburban Chicago family sues Volkswagen for holding up search for kidnapped toddler
Apple Releases New Firmware for USB-C Apple Pencil
TikTok Launches Support for Adding Songs to Apple Music Library
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 17.2 beta 3
Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Public Beta of iOS 17.2 With Journal App and More
Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 10.2 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 17.2 to Developers
watchOS 10.2 Beta Reintroduces Option to Change Apple Watch Faces With a Swipe
YouTuber Explains How to Watch Spatial Videos From iPhone 15 Pro on VR Headsets
Breaking News we discuss the game changing RCS supporting iMessage.
Google wants EU regulators to force Apple to open up iMessage
Apple announces that RCS support is coming to iPhone next year - 9to5Mac
Apple to Adopt RCS Messaging Standard for Better Interoperability With Android Devices
Wow iPhone 15 has fast download speeds. iPhone 15 Models Have Up to 54% Better 5G Download Speeds Than iPhone 14 Models
We review some of the 2023 Apple App Store Award finalists Apple Announces 2023 App Store Award Finalists
We are always asked where the best place to buy any Apple product is, especially iPhone. Jeff shared his experience with a carrier vs Apple Store.
We wondered what is left using the lightning port. All the Hardware Apple Still Sells With a Lightning Port
Announcements
Macstock 7 2023 Digital Pass is now available. Relive the conference as you can Purchase a virtual pass to see the talks that many of our regular guests and contributors did including Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff. https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Patrice Brend’amour, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We celebrate Dave’s birthday with the biggest panel to date. USB-C cables for iPhone and iPad, how durable are they? We review Consumer Reports article on how many twists before failing and more. Dave does a review of the Apple Pencil USB-C. Chuck arrives in time to discuss why Microsoft is asking if you need to exit OneDrive. Important iOS updates and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Barbra Streisand corrected Siri by calling Tim Cook
Disney+ and Hulu Merging Into Single App, Beta Coming in December
Apple says it doesn't hike iPhone and Apple Watch prices to pay for its climate pledge
Apple Wallet account balance feature now supports every major UK bank
OneDrive users must justify why they are closing the app before exiting (Updated)
Final Cut Pro for Mac and iPad get powerful updates - Apple
Topics
iOS updates and Beta this week.
iOS 17.1.1
Apple Releases iOS 17.1.1 With Bug Fixes for BMW Wireless Charging and Weather Widget
Jeff will have comments on this improvement, Apple Releases HomePod 17.1.1 Software With Fix for Siri Response Bug
Apple Releases New Firmware for Beats Fit Pro and Powerbeats Pro - MacRumors
Apple Releases WatchOS 10.1.1 With Fix for Apple Watch Battery Drain Bug - MacRumors
iOS 17.2 Beta 2
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 10.2 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 17.2 to Developers
Apple Releases New Firmware for AirPods Pro 2
Added features in iOS 17.2 Beta 2
iOS 17.2 to Expand Sensitive Content Warnings on iPhone
iOS 17.2 Beta 2 Includes Feature for Recording Spatial Video on iPhone 15 Pro
App Store in iOS 17.2 Beta Features New Focus on Categories
iOS 17.2's Journal app just got good with beta 2, here's why I hope I'll never need to use it
There are so many USB Cables for your devices.Do you go with Cheap or Pricey: Which Charging Cables Last Longest? We discuss these cables and others we use. Here links to the cables discussed,
Apple Lightning Cable https://amzn.to/49qCrIN
Amazon Lighting Basics Cable https://amzn.to/3stiX5y
UGreen Lightning USB-C Cable https://amzn.to/47r4Igd
Anker USB-C Cable https://amzn.to/3QVSGGc
OWC USB-C Thunderbolt Cable https://amzn.to/3uhpyQU
Scosche USB-C cable https://amzn.to/47LYDv
Kelly's retractable lightning cable: https://amzn.to/47qmSyW
Kelly's USB-C to USB-C cable: https://amzn.to/3u2RCHG
Apple Pencil USB-C Dave’s Review Pair and charge Apple Pencil (USB-C) with iPad No surprise there is no comparison to Apple Pencil 2 and is it worth the cost vs a lower priced 3rd party pencil?
Apple Pencil USB-C https://apple.co/46aBsJP
3rd Party Apple Pencil Chuck mentioned. https://amzn.to/49zuYa4
Apps
A new revolution in PDFs has arrived with PDFgear & Copilot AI
PDF Converter Gear 2 on the App Store
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Macstock 7 2023 Digital Pass is now available. Relive the conference as you can Purchase a virtual pass to see the talks that many of our regular guests and contributors did including Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff. https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guests
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Guy Serle, Chuck Joiner, and Ben Roethig. OWC has a new drive speed app for your iPhone to test external drive speeds for your photos. iOS 17 features none seems to talk about including decoding those laundry labels with icons on how to wash. In Touch with Mac we review all the announcements on M3, Macbook pro, and iMac. Shazam now includes local concert info, and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Apple earnings report. Apple Q4 2023 financial results and charts – Six Colors
https://mastodon.social/@jsnell@zeppelin.flights/111342954919033675
Apple set to announce next-level 'right to repair' support nationwide, says White House
Webex Meetings expanding with Apple TV 4K and Apple Watch support
Apple's Shazam App Now Includes Info on Local Concerts -
Apple Releases New Firmware for AirTags
New USB-C Apple Pencil Now Available for Purchase
Apple Music's Lower-Priced Voice Plan Being Discontinued
NASA launches new app to see the International Space Station
Topics
Apple Preparing to Release iOS 17.1.1 Update for iPhone
Beta this week. iOS 17.2 Beta 1 continues. iOS 17.2 to fix the iPhone's slow Wi-Fi and connectivity loss problems. When to expect the update
OWC has released an Drive Speed test for iPhone that lets you test the speed of your external drive you could use with video recording. OWC Launches Drive Speed iOS App to Test External Drive Performance on iPhone
Lets talk about iOS 17 features that no one is talking about Many of these features you may not know about. Including reading laundry icons
Apple noted at the Scary Fast Apple event was filmed entirely with a iPhone 15 Pro Max. Apple posts video “Behind the scenes: An Apple Event shot on iPhone”
In Touch with Mac. The Scary Fast event M3 processors, new MacBook Pros, and iMac
Apple unveils new MacBook Pro featuring M3 chips
Everything Apple Announced During Monday's 'Scary Fast' Event
Announcements
Macstock 7 2023 Digital Pass is now available. Relive the conference as you can Purchase a virtual pass to see the talks that many of our regular guests and contributors did including Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff. https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guests
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimonr, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Dave was able to goto the U2 concert at the Sphere Las Vegas and gives his review of the amazing tech at the show and how the iPhone 15 Pro Max camera photo quality is. Report says that those using CarPlay tend to listen to AM/FM radio instead. Many updates to iOS including older versions with the latest 17.1 now out. Apple is raising prices on 3 services including Apple TV+ News+ alongwith the Apple One bundle. Kelly brings us a great Qi charging stand as well Jeff does the unboxing. Plus much more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Apple Announces October Event for Macs: 'Scary Fast' and add Ben he wrote and article on this. https://roethigtech.blogspot.com/2023/10/apple-announced-its-scary-fast-event.html
Apple Pay Later Officially Launches in U.S. Following Early Access Period
Apple Stores Begin Same-Unit iPhone 15 Repairs as Parts Now Available
Topics
Older iOS version updates.
Apple releases iOS 16.7.2 and iOS 15.8 security updates to patch old hardware
About the security content of iOS 15.8 and iPadOS 15.8
About the security content of iOS 16.7.2 and iPadOS 16.7.2
Beta this week.iOS 17.2 Beta 1 was released.
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2 to Developers
Everything New in iOS 17.2 Beta 1: Journal App, Translate Action, iMessage Sticker Reactions and More
iOS 17.2 Beta Introduces Journal App
iMessage Contact Key Verification Added in iOS 17.2 and macOS Sonoma 14.2
iOS 17.2 Beta Adds Translate Option for Action Button
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 10.2 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 17.2 to Developers
iOS 17.1 was released to all.
iOS 17.1 Features: What's New in iOS 17.1
About the security content of iOS 17.1 and iPadOS 17.1
Apple Releases iOS 17.1 and iPadOS 17.1 With AirDrop Over Internet, Music Favorites Options and More
Apple Brings Enhance Dialogue to Original HomePod and HomePod mini With 17.1 Update
Apple Releases tvOS 17.1
watchOS 10.1 Fixes Apple Watch Weather Complication Bug
Everything You Can Do With the Double Tap Gesture on Apple Watch
Apple is raising the prices on all its services. Apple TV+, Arcade, and News+ subscription price increases from today are you going to still pay the increased price? Upset With Apple's Price Increases? Here's How to Cancel Your Apple TV+ or Apple One Subscription
Apple TV+: $6.99 per month → $9.99 per month
Apple Arcade: $4.99 per month → $6.99 per month
Apple News+: $9.99 per month → $12.99 per month
Prices for the Apple One bundles that include these services are also increasing as a result:
Individual: $16.95 per month → $19.95 per month
Family: $22.95 per month → $25.95 per month
Premier: $32.95 per month → $37.95 per month
CarPlay is a great way to listen and navigate. With all the media thats available out there People with CarPlay are mostly just listening to AM/FM radio We discuss this further.
Dave attended the U2 concert at the Sphere Las Vegas. He used his iPhone 15 Pro Max and reviews the show and experience using the camera.
Link to photo examples: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjB19Ye
Kelly has an amazing item pick https://amzn.to/3tGPN2Y
MURCIA 2 in 1 Magnetic Wireless Charger, Folding Dual Fast Magnetic Wireless Charging Station Stand
Announcements
Macstock 7 2023 Digital Pass is now available. Relive the conference as you can Purchase a virtual pass to see the talks that many of our regular guests and contributors did including Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff. https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We have a great discussion on Thunderbolt and USB-C that X-Ray shows you get what you pay for. Apple needs to give us more than 5GB free storage and improve syncing. Apple released a lower priced Apple Pencil that charges with USB-C we discuss if its worth the lower price and the 3rd party pencils. Apple can update the iPhone inside the box and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Apple plans to update iPhones in-store without opening the boxes
Goldman Sachs regrets Apple Card, and is trying to escape the deal UPDATE: Goldman Sachs dodges questions about its relationship with Apple
FCC Says Apple Can Use Faster 6GHz Spectrum for Headsets, CarPlay, and More
Netflix Raising U.S. Prices Yet Again, Premium Plan Now Costs $23/Month
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 17.1 RC was released this week
Apple Seeds iOS 17.1 and iPadOS 17.1 Release Candidates to Developers and Public Beta Testers
iOS 17.1 Fixes iPhone Display Image Retention Issue
Apple Seeds watchOS 10.1 Release Candidate to Developers and Public Beta Testers
Apple Seeds tvOS 17.1 Release Candidate to Developers
Apple's first iOS 17.1 RC claims to fix bug causing Significant Locations setting to reset
iOS 17.1 Improves Screen Time Syncing Across Apple Devices
iOS 16.7.2 still receiving updates
Release candidates for iOS 16.7.2 and iPadOS 16.7.2 updates out now
There was a new Apple Pencil announced this week. New Apple Pencil Announced With Hidden USB-C Port and More for $79 we give our thoughts of this lower end model. Press release. Apple introduces new Apple Pencil, bringing more value and choice to the lineup
Comparison of 3 Apple Pencil models.Apple Pencil USB-C vs Gen 1 and Gen 2
Apple Pencil Buyer's Guide: Which Model Should You Choose?
Alternate Pencils
Stylus Pen for iPad(2022-2018) with Palm Rejection, FOJOJO https://amzn.to/3Q6ibmE
Stylus Pen for iPad https://amzn.to/3FpXtJK
iPad Pencil 2nd Generation with Magnetic Wireless Charging, https://amzn.to/48XIX9l
Logitech Crayon https://amzn.to/3s88kES
Apple USB-C cables are more complex Than thought. X-rays show crazy complexity of Apple’s Thunderbolt 4 cable
Apple's $129 Thunderbolt cable detailed in new CT images: 'A stunning piece of precision source: USB-C head-to-head comparison
iCloud needs a bigger basic plan Apple has an iCloud problem
Google has 15GB About your Google Photos activity & storage
Announcements
Macstock 7 2023 Digital Pass is now available. Relive the conference as you can Purchase a virtual pass to see the talks that many of our regular guests and contributors did including Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff. https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. iPhone 15 has CarPlay issues with USB-C and Jeff wants a new CarPlay unit in his car. Plus reviews of CarPlay apps. Are the days of Google as default search on iPhone numbered? Why has it been so slow for US states to adopt digital iD’s on the iPhone, Makes no sense streaming devices still have micro USB jacks.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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T-Mobile Automatically Upgrading Users to More Expensive Plans, But There's an Opt-Out Option
Good News! ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ To Netflix After Paramount+ Cancellation
Apple explains why iPhone 12 was always safe to use in France, iOS 17.1 to address non-standard test that triggered non-issue
Best Buy may end DVD and Blu-ray sales early next year
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 17.1 Beta 3 was released this week.
Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 17.1 and iPadOS 17.1 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
iOS 17.1 to Launch by October 24
iOS 17.1 Beta 3 Prevents Action Button From Activating the Camera or Flashlight in a Pocket - MacRumors
Warning for iOS 17.1 Beta Testers: Update to Beta 3 or Your Wallet App May Crash
Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 10.1 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 17.1 to Developers
Apple TV’s new ‘Enhance Dialogue’ feature expands to original HomePod and HomePod mini with tvOS 17.1
Apple Releases New Firmware for AirPods Pro 2
Are the days of Google as default search on iPhone numbered? Google Pays Apple $18B to $20B a Year to Be Default iOS Search Engine and Apple could be out $20 billion a year if Google loses DOJ antitrust case
Why has it been so slow for US states to adopt digital iD’s on the iPhone? States with digital ID and driver’s license on iPhone
CA DMV Wallet & mDL Pilot
More CarPlay Woes. CarPlay Not Working for Some iPhone 15 Users, Possibly Because of USB-C Cables
Tesla and CarPlay? Project that brings CarPlay to Tesla gets a major boost with improved performance, hardware bundle
CarPlay Apps These are the best CarPlay apps for iPhone
Why? For the love of all that is holy: No more Micro-USB ports on media streamers
Announcements
Macstock 7 2023 Digital Pass is now available. Relive the conference as you can Purchase a virtual pass to see the talks that many of our regular guests and contributors did including Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff. https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Kelly Guimont, Holden DePardo, and Jeff Gamet. We talk about the action button on the iPhone 15 Pro and how you can use shortcuts for multi functions. Steve Jobs passed 12 years ago. iOS 17.0.3 fixes iPhone 15 overheating. Dave reviews Apple Watch Series 9 and watch OS 10. Holden gives us his thoughts on his new iPhone 15 Pro Max.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Remembering Steve Jobs, Who Passed Away 12 Years Ago Today Kelly wrote this about Steve. Remembering Steve Jobs: TUAW looks back
Original Apple Watch is Now Obsolete, Including $17,000 Gold Model
This happened this week. Your iPhone will make a 'special sound' on Oct 4–here's why and FEMA Wireless Emergency Alert: What you need to know
Topics
Apple Releases iOS 17.0.3 With Fix for iPhone 15 Pro Overheating
iOS 17.0.3 IncludesiOS 17.0.3 Includes Several Enterprise-Related Bug Fixes - Several Enterprise-Related Bug Fixes
Downgrading an iPhone From iOS 17 to iOS 16 is No Longer Possible
Beta this week.
watchOS 10.1 Beta 2 Adds Support for Double Tap
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 17.1 and iPadOS 17.1 to Developers
Everything New in iOS 17.1 Beta 2
Apple investigating after users claim iOS 17 reset privacy settings
Apple TV’s new ‘Enhance Dialogue’ feature expands to original HomePod and HomePod mini with tvOS 17.1
Apple Watch Discussion Dave has the Series 9 and gives impressions
Apple Watch Series 9 Buyer's Guide: How Incremental Upgrades Stack Up Over the Years
22 New Features You May Have Missed in watchOS 10
Our guest Holden has the iPhone 15 Pro Max and gives his experiences so far.
iPhone 15 Pro has the Action button. We discuss what you can program it to as well as using shortcuts button tools and talk about other shortcuts.
How to Get the Most Out of the iPhone 15 Pro's Action Button
iPhone 15 Pro: How to double the power of the new Action button
Introducing MultiButton: Assign Two Shortcuts to the Same Action Button Press on iPhone 15 Pro - MacStories
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Macstock 7 2023 Digital Pass is now available. Relive the conference as you can Purchase a virtual pass to see the talks that many of our regular guests and contributors did including Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff. https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet and Instagram His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgame
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guests
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
Holden DePardo studies computer science and is on X @holdendepardo
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Dave and Chuck have their iPhone 15 Pro Max and give first impressions after almost 1 week of use. This includes the Action Button, USB-C, and camera upgrades. Dave reviews the Catalyst Influence iPhone case. Dave also has one more thing: A review of the Airpods Pro 2 with USB-C and you will be surprised. The Apple Finewoven case is not good. Security update for iOS 17.0.2 and much more.
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Apple’s new FineWoven iPhone cases are very bad - The Verge
Demand for iPhone 15 stronger than iPhone 14, Pro models about the same
Apple's iCloud Website Updated With iOS 17 and macOS Sonoma Features
iPhone users get even more browser options as Vivaldi for iOS arrives
Apple releases iMovie and Clips app updates with iPhone 15 Pro support and more
Topics
Updates to iOS 17. iOS 17.0.1 was released last week then iOS 17.0.2 was released for only iPhone 15 models to both fix file transfer issues with restoring to the new iPhone. This Week Apple Releases iOS 17.0.2 and iPadOS 17.0.2 for All iPhones and iPads Must update to fix security bugs.
Beta this week. One week after iOS 17 was released, iOS 17.1 Beta 1
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 17.1 and iPadOS 17.1 to Developers
Apple Releases First Betas of iOS 17.1 and iPadOS 17.1 to Public Beta Testers
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 10.1 to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 17.1 to Developers - MacRumors
watchOS 10.1 Beta Brings NameDrop to Apple Watch - MacRumors
New Battery Health Features Remain Limited to iPhone 15 Models on First iOS 17.1 Beta - MacRumors
Everything New in iOS 17.1 Beta 1
iOS 17.1 brings Dynamic Island flashlight indicator to iPhone 14 Pro and All iPhone 15 models
iPhone 15 Review. Both Dave and Chuck have the iPhone 15 Pro Max they give their review after having it 6 days, What was their experience with migration and use.
iPhone 15 Pro Owners Complain About Overheating Problems and iPhone 15 Pro Overheating Concerns Highlighted in Two More Reports
Notable items discussed
New Action button
Titanium
Phone Modem speed The iPhone 15 Pro’s 5G modem reportedly boosts speeds by up to 24 percent
WiFi 6E
Ruggedness with the Titanium build
The Camera and some huge upgrades.
USB-C you can connect an external drive, charge Apple Watch, and more.Everything the iPhone 15's USB-C port can do (and what you'll need to do it)
iPhone 15 Pro Max Case Review. Dave reviews the Catalyst Influence with MagSafe for the iPhone 15 Pro Max. iPhone 15 Series - Influence Case, MagSafe Compatible (Pre-Order) Very durable case with 30% louder sound than other cases. Slim design fits nicely in your pocket.
One more thing: Dave has the new AirPods Pro 2 USB-C snd gives his Review you will be surprised.
Announcements
Macstock 7 2023 Digitsl Pass is now available. Relive the conference as you can Purchase a virtual pass to see the talks that many of our regular guests and contributors did including Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff. https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, and Ben Roethig. iOS 17 was released to everyone this week. We discuss some of the new features including live transcripts of voicemails, standby mode, and more. Security updates released for all OS must install. Apple Watch double tap is not released just yet. iOS 17 tips including ping Apple Watch and Find My watch is set up. Much much more.
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Imazing released Beta Version 3 : Introducing iMazing 3 (Mac Beta)
Apple Now Encrypts Titles of Voice Memos Stored in iCloud on iOS 17 and macOS Sonoma for Added Privacy
Apple TV Can Be Restored With an iPhone Starting With iOS 17
Apple Updates Pages, Keynote, and Numbers for iOS 17 and macOS Sonoma
Apple Releases watchOS 10.0.1 With Bug Fixes
watchOS 10.1 to Enable Apple Watch's New 'Double Tap' Gesture
iOS 17 makes it easier to play Spotify music on HomePod
Topics
Beta this week. No Beta iOS 17 was released to all.
Apple Releases iOS 17.0.1 and iPadOS 17.0.1 With Bug Fixes
https://www.apple.com/ios/ios-17/
First impressions of iOS 17 with the panel
Apple provided for the first time a New features available with iOS 17 PDF.
Here are some new items on iOS 17
Phone changes include a new button grid
add a contact poster. In Phone tap contacts and tap your contact card. Contact Photo & Poster
Live transcripts of voicemail. You can answer during the message.
Messages - all apps in one place
Customize the apps list Settings > Messages > iMessages Apps
Turn off messages apps you don’t use. Settings > Messages > Message apps and toggle off apps you dont want in that list.
Standby mode put on the charger in landscape mode
FaceTime record audio or video when missed call
Custom stickers
These features launch later this year. These iOS 17 Features Are Launching Later This Year
AirDrop contacts and photos bump phones
iOS 17 Tips
2FA authentication messages can be automatically deleted. Goto Settings > Passwords > Password Options > Turn on Clean up automatically Under verification codes.
In Find My you can now share an AirTag with someone. Open the AirTag and choose Share this item.
You can now set multiple timers.
Bring back haptic touch. Settings > Accessibility > Touch > Haptic Touch. Set it to fast for 3D Touch
Turn on Crossfade in Apple Music. Settings > Music > Crossfade and adjust seconds.
Add Ping My Watch in Control Center. Settings > Control Center and add. You can now ping your watch like you can your iPhone on the Watch,
Somona updates
Announcements
Macstock 7 2023 Virtual Pass is now available. Relive the conference as you can Purchase a virtual pass to see the talks that many of our regular guests and contributors did including Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff. https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guests
Jill McKinley is a professional in the field of enterprise software, server administration, and IT. She started her technical career in Windows but now exclusively uses a Mac in her personal life. She hosts several podcasts, including Start with Small Steps and Small Steps with God, where she offers tips and insights for a better life. Her podcast is at https://startwithsmallsteps.com and X @schmern.
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Mike Potter, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We discuss the Apple Event “Wunderlust” this week. iOS 17 RC was released final version drops on 9/18/23. iCloud will now have 6TB and 12TB options. AirPods Pro 2 has USB-C and you cannot buy a replacement case for lightning. Iphone 15 was announced with 4 models and amazing camera upgrades. Apple Watch series 9 and Ultra 2 upgrades. Are all these updates worth it? We give our opinions. Plus much more.
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We give our thoughts on the the Apple event Wonderlust this week.
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 Release Candidate is out public release is Monday September 18, 2023
iOS 17 RC comes with multiple new ringtones for iPhone
tvOS 17 and HomePod Software 17 to be officially released on September 18
iOS17 and iPadOS 17 will be released 9/18/23
iOS 17 - Apple
iPadOS 17 - Apple
Apple Reveals More iOS 17 Features Not Available Until Later This Year
Apple Shares Lists of All New Features in iOS 17 and macOS Sonoma
iOS 17 Adds 20+ New Ringtones and Text Tones for Calls, Messages and Alarms
iOS 17 Includes 'Grid Forecast' Feature to Let You Know When 'Cleaner' Energy is Available
New Apple ID Sign-In Options: Phone Number on File or Trusted Device
Apple Event items that didn't get much attention.
Everything Apple Announced at Today's Event in Six Minutes
Apple Not Offering USB-C AirPods Pro Cases As a Standalone Purchase You could do a service request: AirPods Repair & Service - Apple Support Proceed with caution.
Apple Adds 6TB and 12TB iCloud+ Storage Tiers
Apple Releases USB-C to Lightning Adapter for iPhone 15 and Shorter Thunderbolt 4 Pro Cable
The end of an era: Apple officially discontinues the iPhone mini
iPhone 15 Apple Lets Customers 'Get Ready' For iPhone 15 Launch With Pre-Order Setup
Thinner Bezels on iPhone 15
Compare iPhone models
iPhone 15's USB-C Port Can Charge Your Apple Watch and AirPods
iPhone 15 Pro Supports Recording ProRes Video Directly to External Storage
Apple Announces New Roadside Assistance via Satellite Feature for iPhone 14 and iPhone 15
Apple Adds Thread Networking Technology to iPhone 15 Pro
All iPhone 15 Models Support DisplayPort for Up to 4K HDR Video Output
In an ocean of leaks, the iPhone 15 cameras managed to sneak in a few surprises
iPhone 15 Pro Models Support Wi-Fi 6E
iPhone 15 Pro Max's 5x Optical Zoom Lens Enables 25x Digital Zoom
iPhone 15 Models Sold Outside U.S. Still Have Physical SIM Card Tray
iPhone 15 Models Still Limited to 7.5W on Qi Chargers, Fast Charging Has Not Improved
iPhone 15's USB-C Port Remains Limited to Lightning Speeds
iPhone 15 Pro £100 Cheaper in the UK Than Last Year's Equivalent Models
Titanium iPhone 15 Pro Weighs 19 Grams Less Than iPhone 14 Pro
iPhone 15 Pro: Here's Everything the New Action Button Can Do
All of Apple's New Devices Feature the Same Battery Life as Previous Generations
iPhone 14 vs 15 compared. Is it worth the upgrade?
iPhone 15 vs iPhone 14 — Specs, price, and features, compared
iPhone 14 Pro vs. iPhone 15 Pro Buyer's Guide: 30+ Upgrades Compared - MacRumors
iPhone 15 Pro Max vs. iPhone 14 Pro Max — Specs, price, and features, compared
eSIM-only iPhone 15 remains exclusive to the US as the rest of the world still gets a SIM tray
iPhone 14 Pro gets new HEIF Max option to take 48MP photos
Apple Watch
Here is Every Apple Watch Band That Launched Today
Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 Feature 64GB of Storage
Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 battery life
Apple Watch Series 8 vs. Series 9 Buyer's Guide: 10+ Upgrades Compared
Apple to Release watchOS 10 on Monday, September 18
Hermès Debuts Apple Watch Series 9 Collection Including Leather Bands
You can already use the Apple Watch's double-tap feature. Here's how
Will you be buying an iPhone and / or Apple Watch this year and, if so, which one?
AirPods Pro 2 USB-C
Lossless Audio With Apple Vision Pro Will Be Limited to USB-C AirPods Pro 2 - MacRumors
New firmware released for AirPods Pro, AirPods, & AirPods Max
AirPods in 2023: Here's how the lineup looks after Apple's event
Your AirPods Pro 2 are getting an upgrade, and it's a big deal | ZDNET
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Macstock 7 2023 Virtual Pass is now available. Relive the conference as you can Purchase a Digital pass to see the talks that many of our regular guests and contributors did including Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff. https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Guy Serle, Kelly Guimont, Jeff Gamet. We discuss how important it is to make sure you have at least 2 other backups besides iCloud including iMazing. Apple’s Wunderlust event is next week we talk about what to expect. Very important update for all OS iOS 16.6.1 and others must update. We talk about new social media service Spoutible and our use of social media. Get a Macstock virtual pass!
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News
Apple Provides Further Clarity on Why It Abandoned Plan to Detect CSAM in iCloud Photos - MacRumors
Apple to Acquire Major Classical Music Label BIS Records
Didn't Get AppleCare+? Getting Your iPhone Repaired May Extend Your Eligibility Up to Two Years
iPadOS 17 finally lets you use a Game Boy Camera for FaceTime calls... because why not?
Topics
Very important updates to fix vulnerabilities. iOS 16.6.1, iPadOS 16.6.1, watchOS 9.6.2, MacOS 13.5.2
BLASTPASS: NSO Group iPhone Zero-Click, Zero-Day Exploit Captured in the Wild - The Citizen Lab < This is the origin of the exploits
PSA: Make Sure to Update, iOS 16.6.1 and macOS 13.5.2 Address Actively Exploited Vulnerability
Apple Releases iOS 16.6.1, iPadOS 16.6.1, and watchOS 9.6.2 With Bug Fixes
Apple Releases macOS Ventura 13.5.2
Beta this week. iOS 17 Beta 8 continues. Rumors say that it is possible that this could be the final shipping version.
iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 Likely to Be Released Simultaneously This Fall, Unlike Last Year
Apple Seeds Ninth Beta of tvOS 17 to Developers
iOS 17: How to Change a New iPhone Passcode If You Forget It
The announced Apple Event “Wonderlust” is coming up on Tuesday 9/12/23 at 10 AM PT. The most obvious release will be the iPhone 15. The panel discusses what we expect and makes some predictions.
Apple September 12 Event: iPhone 15 Charging Port Change to USB-C From Lightning
Original Lightning port announcement. History lesson: Watch Phil Schiller unveil the Lightning connector ahead of iPhone 15’s switch to USB-C
iPhone 15 Pro Expected Next Week With These 12 New Features
'Major Price Hike' Again Rumored for iPhone 15 Pro Models
What Not to Expect at Apple's 'Wonderlust' September 12 Event
Upcoming USB-C AirPods Pro Not Expected to Include Any Other Hardware Changes
The high-end Apple Watch Series 9 will be 3D printed in major design shift
Backing up messages so you don’t lose them. Using iCloud and imazing. A listener had concerns about backing up messages and making sure they can be restored. It's always best use one or all of these methods to back up your iPhone
- Full backup on iCloud
- Back up using Finder
- Use a 3rd party tool like iMazing
Most of the panel joined this new social media service Spoutible. We talked about it and reviewed the service along with its iOS app.
Announcements
Macstock 7 2023 Virtual Pass is now available. Relive the conference as you can Purchase a virtual pass to see the talks that many of our regular guests and contributors did including Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff. https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guests
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Jeff talks about what you can do with TexExpander to keep you efficient. Ben has his view on why USB-C on the iPhone is a long time coming. We talk about HomeKit and how it needs improvement. Dave reviews his experience setting up an alternate home with 2 new HomePod Minis. Macstock VII Virtual pass and all the videos are posted. Apple fall event was announced with probable iPhone 15 plus more.
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Apple's September iPhone 15 Event Hashmoji Now Live on Twitter - MacRumors
Apple's iPhone 15 Event Page Goes Live, Features Animation Instead of AR Easter Egg - MacRumors
Apple Announces 'Wonderlust' Event Expected to Feature iPhone 15, Apple Watch Series 9 and More - MacRumors
China Overtakes U.S. to Become Biggest iPhone Market in Q2 2023 - MacRumors
Apple Plans to Stop Providing Customer Support on Twitter and YouTube
Google Photos for iOS Gets 'Locked Folder' for Sensitive Snap
Follow Up: Apple Discontinues iTunes Movie Trailers App
Famous Apple repair company wants to fix McDonald's ice cream machines
Topics
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds Eighth Betas of iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Eighth Beta of watchOS 10 to Developers
Apple Seeds Eighth Beta of tvOS 17 to Developers
Apple Releases Third visionOS Beta for Developers
Dave did a set up of a new location of multiple HomePod Mini he reviews the easy of setup.
We all on the panel have homekit set up in one way or another, we talk about our set up. How to Build a Smart Home Around Apple's HomeKit
Using TextExpander Jeff gives us some tips and knowledge.
TextExpander Features
Using TextExpander for iPhone & iPad with Other Apps
Textexpander is beta testing a new version for iOS and iPadOS check here to sign up using TestFlight. https://textexpander.com/mobile
Ben talked about his views on the USB-C connector fand its a long time replacing lightning conector. He posted his blog post here: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com/2023/09/apples-usb-c-path-to-iphone-has-been.html
“Honestly, the USB-C connector should have been introduced to the iPhone with the iPhone X. Apple having basically different connectors that do the same thing on the iPhone and Mac for almost a decade is kinda strange. It also would have allowed Apple to dictate cable standards like they're doing with wireless charging with Magsafe forming the basis for Qi 2”
Macstock 7 . Purchase a virtual pass to see Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff and their presentations.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Brittany Smith is a cognitive neuroscientist who provides a variety of consulting services through her business, Devise and Conquer that includes ADD/ADHD coaching, technology coaching, productivity consulting, and more. She is a self-designated “well-rounded geek”, and holds a M.S. degree in Cognitive Neuroscience. She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator. Find her on her YouTube channel of tech tips.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We talk about Apple Pencil alternatives and then Jeff geeks out how he uses it. eSIM is the way to go on iPhone now with the physical SIM finally being retired? In Touch with MacOS we talk about Sonoma Beta 6 and the new release of Parallels 19 VM with Touch ID support.
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News
Apple Will Soon Send Payments in $500 Million 'Batterygate' iPhone Throttling Lawsuit
T-Mobile's 'Go5G Next' Plan Lets Customers Upgrade Smartphones Every Year
Samsung's 'Try Galaxy' Feature Uses Two iPhones to Demo Z Fold5 Experience and hers is the link to experience it on the iPhone. https://trygalaxy.com/
Apple Support App Now Offers More Info on Nearby Locations
Good news for podcast creators. Apple Podcasts Launches New Subscription Analytics Dashboard
Apple Pay to Support U.S. National Park Foundation This Week
Tesla App Update Adds Over 20 Apple Shortcuts Actions
Threads Social Network Expands to the Web
Topics
Beta this week. iOS17 Beta 7 was released this week.
Apple Seeds Seventh Betas of iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Seventh Beta of watchOS 10 to Developers
Apple Seeds Seventh Beta of tvOS 17 to Developers
Everything New in iOS 17 Beta 7
eSIM. What is it and do we think a physical SIM days are numbered? Well they are in the iPhone. Plus How to travel with an eSim iPhone
What is an Integrated SIM (iSIM)? Is it better than eSIM?
Are there any good alternates to Apple Pencil? ZAGG's new Pro Stylus 2 takes on Apple Pencil with magnetic charging and five fun colors and Jeff geeks out on how he uses his Pencil.
Astropad Debuts Screen Protector and Apple Pencil Tip for a Realistic Paper Feel on iPad
In Touch with MacOS Segment
MacOS Sonona Beta 6 was released. Apple Seeds Sixth Beta of macOS 14 Sonoma to Developers
Dave uses Parallels Desktop to keep virtual machines available, most notably Windows 11. Parallels release version 19 this week and we discussed its new improvements and features. Parallels Desktop 19 Adds Password-Less Sign-In With Touch ID Support, macOS Sonoma Compatibility, and Mor
Apps
GoodNotes 6 Brings AI-Powered Handwriting Spellcheck and Autocomplete Features - MacRumors
Macstock 7 is in the books for 2023. Purchase a virtual pass to see Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff and their presentations.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by gues Kelly Guimont, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Airdrop tips and keep that list hidden. Setapp is planning to launch its own alternative iOS app store in the European Union in 2024. No more SIM Free iPhones and Apple Card financing. iOS 17 Beta 6 moved the phone end button back. Read the fine print on app subscriptions and make sure you are not charged especially with the kids.
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Setapp plans to launch EU-only alternative iOS App Store
GM Admits No Technical Reason CarPlay Couldn't Be in Future EVs
Apple Is Killing off This App You Probably Forgot Existed
Google App for iOS Can Now Use AI to Summarize Articles
Apple Card Monthly Financing No Longer Available for SIM-Free iPhones
Apple Card continues to be a consumer hit despite Goldman Sachs turmoil
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Apple Releases watchOS 9.6.1 With API Access Fix for Apps
PSA: macOS 13.5.1 Ventura update fixes System Settings location permissions
Beta this week. iOS 17 Beta 6 was released this week.
Apple Seeds Sixth Betas of iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Sixth Beta of watchOS 10 to Developers
Apple Seeds Sixth Beta of tvOS 17 to Developers
Everything New in iOS 17 Beta 6 - The end call button moved back.
iOS 17 beta 6: Here's what's new with the update
Already talking about iOS 17.1 and we will see iOS 16.7 next month too.
iOS 17.1 testing ramps up, iOS 16.7 likely coming next month
App subscriptions are what you need to be aware of and educate yourself and your kids with the fine print. This app os popular but read the fine print before you buy. Add Text: Write On Photos on the App Store
Airdrop always has its issues. We talk about how you can have a better experience. 10 Ways to Fix AirDrop on Your iPhone
Macstock 7 is in the books for 2023. Purchase a virtual pass to see Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff and their presentations.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
Book recommended by Kelly
The Kaiju Preservation Society by John Scalzi - Audiobook - Audible.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Mike Potter, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Jeff gives a great review on what Passkeys are and what they will do to to eventually eliminate passwords. This week in cord cutting Disney+ and Hulu raising prices again, and crack down on password sharing. AirTag finds another missing bag at the airport and the airline insists they cannot find it. Mike gives us an update on Macstock Digital pass and more.
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This woman used an AirTag to track her lost bag -- and flew to get it | CNN and AirTag continues to make up for United’s incompetence when checked bag goes ‘missing
Family rescued from wildfires in Maui thanks to iPhone's Emergency SOS via Satellite
tvOS 17 Code Confirms A17 Chip for iPhone 15 Pro, A16 for iPhone 15
Apple's iPhone 15 Event Likely to Be Held on September 12
Apple Watch Fast Charging to Be Mandatory for Accessory Makers
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Beta this week. Ios 17 Beta 5 was released to developers.
Apple Releases Third Public Betas of iOS 17 and iPadOS 17
Apple Seeds Fifth Betas of iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fifth Beta of watchOS 10 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fifth Beta of tvOS 17 to Developers
Yes, iOS 17 is changing where the 'end call' button is located - 9to5Mac
Jeff will talk about the upcoming Passkeys in iOS17. He presented at the MacInTech Apple user group. This could be the future of passwords.
Passkeys Overview - Apple Developer
Sign in with passkeys on iPhone
Passkeys.directory
1Password will soon let users unlock password vaults with passkeys
Passkeys in 1Password: The Future of Passwordless Authentication
This week in cord cutting
Fox News & Fox Sports Ditching Cable TV For Streaming? Fox Says Not So Fast | Cord Cutters News
Disney Chose the Worst Time For a Disney+ Price Hike | Cord Cutters News
Disney Will Start Cracking Down on Password Sharing Next Year | Cord Cutters News
YouTube TV Moves Multiview to A New Area - Here is Where You Can Find It Now | Cord Cutters News
YouTube TV is partially broken on iOS and iPad with buffering issues, fix coming
Macstock 7 is in the books for 2023. Purchase a Digital pass to see Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff and their presentations.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont and Jeff Gamet. Apple wants to get stream rights to Pac12 College football and Jeff was educated about it. Kelly is back from the MacAdmins conference and reviews some of the presentations. Could there be a iPad Mini 7th Gen? Apple announces their quarterly results and services were way up and iPad sales were way down. We talk about what Apple could do about improving iPads. Updates for Google Chrome and new Arc browser. Plus much more.
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College Football Could Be Coming to Apple TV+ as Apple Courts Pac-12
Apple unveils 'Pay the Apple Way' campaign with TikTok creators, billboards, more
Twitter Finally Turns to 'X' on Apple's App Store
TweetDeck is now called 'XPro'
More Than $10 Billion Deposited in Apple Card Savings Accounts
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Beta this week. iOS17 Beta 4 is rolling on.
Apple rolling out second public beta of iOS 17, watchOS 10, and macOS
We discuss the Apple quarterly results and dig into what Apple can do to improve iPad sales.
Apple Q3 2023 Charts: $81.8B revenue, down 1% – Six Colors
Apple surpasses 1 billion paid subscriptions as active devices are double that - 9to5Mac
Rumor: The 7th-gen iPad mini may arrive this year
Kelly is back from MacAdmins conference and gives us a recap. MacAdmins Conference
Mac Admins YouTube Channel MacAdmins Conference - YouTube
Google Chrome gets iOS & macOS update with new features
Apps
Arc | Mobile Companion on the App Store
Macstock 7 is in the books for 2023. Purchase a virtual pass to see Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff and their presentations plus many more.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, and Ben Roethig. Jill joins us for the very first time and she tells us about her journey transitioning to Apple from Windows. Vision Pro Dev kit is a thing with limitations. In touch with Cord Cutting Dave cuts the cord and gives his experience. Plus we recap Macstock VII.
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Threads Begins Rolling Out Chronological 'Following' Tab
Elon Musk Seizes @X Twitter Handle From Guy Who Had It for 16 Years
iPhone 14 Crash Detection helps rescuers save man after 400-foot canyon drop: ‘He probably would’ve bled out’
Google raising price of YouTube Premium to $13.99 per month
Python tutorial app 'Tinkerstellar' gets big update with iPhone version
Apple's 'My Photo Stream' Service Shuts Down on Wednesday, Here's What You Need to Do
Apple Card: Goldman likely stuck, Amex unlikely contender, Tim Cook once denied - 9to5Mac
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Jill McKinley is our new guest and we get to know her and talk about her transition from the Windows world to Apple Mac and iOS devices.
Beta this week. iOS17 Beta 4 was released this week. Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 10 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 17 to Developers
iOS 17 Beta Adds Two New Siri Voices for British Users
The Vision Pro developer kit is now available but with interesting terms. Apple's Vision Pro Developer Kit terms are wild Apply here: Developer Kit - visionOS
visionOS beta 2 tidbits: Group FaceTime limit, Optic ID details, more
In Touch With Cord Cutting. Dave cut the cord and dropped Comcast. He discussed his decision and what services he has now.
This week we talked about the hot news stories about cord cutting.
The Chicago Cubs New Direct-To-Consumer RSN Marquee Streaming Service Is Now Live - Here is Everything We Know
Peacock announces its first-ever price increase for new and existing subs - 9to5Mac
We recap Macstock 7 Dave, Chuck, and Jill presented and give their thoughts of the weekend.
Macstock 7 is in the books for 2023. Purchase a virtual pass to see Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff and their presentations.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Jill McKinley is a professional in the field of enterprise software, server administration, and IT. She started her technical career in Windows but now exclusively uses a Mac in her personal life. She hosts several podcasts, including Start with Small Steps and Small Steps with God, where she offers tips and insights for a better life. Her podcast is at https://startwithsmallsteps.com and Twitter at Twitter @schmern.
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, and Brittany Smith. We recorded the show at Dave’s Lake house and we were all in person seeing each other for the first time in a long time before Macstock. Apple maps is really good 11 years after their release. We enjoy hanging out lakeside in person and recap the Midwest Mac BBQ and getting ready for Macstock.
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Threads Social Network Gets First Major Update
AppleDB Offers Useful Database of Apple Devices, Software Updates, Firmware Releases, and More - MacRumors
Beats Studio Pro Debut With Improved Sound Quality, Spatial Audio, USB-C, and More - MacRumors
Apple and Goldman Sachs Crediting Some Customers Who Had Long Waits for Savings Withdrawal Requests - MacRumors
Review: Ember's Travel Mug 2 Won't Get Lost With Find My Integration
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Beta this week. iOS16.6 RC is out
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Versions of iOS 16.6 and iPadOS 16.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of watchOS 9.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds tvOS 16.6 Release Candidate to Developers - MacRumors
iOS 17 Beta 3 continues
iOS 17: How to Get Siri to Read Web Articles to You - MacRumors
iOS 17: 10+ New Features in the Messages App
Rumored new Apple TV What to Expect From the Next-Generation Apple TV Launching Next Year
Apple Maps After 11 years of work, people actually like Apple Maps
When should you? When is the best time to buy an iPhone? | Macworld
We talk to many guests including speakers and attendees of Macstock at the midwest Mac BBQ
Macstock 7 is in the books for 2023. Purchase a virtual pass to see Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff and their presentations.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About Our Guests
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo
Brittany Smith is a cognitive neuroscientist who provides a variety of consulting services through her business, Devise and Conquer that includes ADD/ADHD coaching, technology coaching, productivity consulting, and more. She is a self-designated “well-rounded geek”, and holds a M.S. degree in Cognitive Neuroscience. She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator. Find her on her YouTube channel of tech tips.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Chuck Joiner, and Ben Roethig. Did you know you can organize your scheduled Summaries? Dave provides a great tip on this. Important Rapid Response security update in iOS16. We talk about the Apple Watch and what apps we use all the time as well as all the watch bands we have. Happy 15th anniversary App Store. Big debate on GM and why they will not offer CarPay any longer. Plus more.
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Apple re-releases Rapid Security Response iOS 16.5.1 to patch security exploit After they pulled the first version earlier in the week. Rapid Security Responses on Apple devices
Ken Ray’s Checklist Episode on the Rapid Response Issue:
https://www.securemac.com/checklist/checklist-336-rapid-security-response-and-retreat
Shazam App Can Now Identify Songs in TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and More
Apple Adjusts Trade-In Values for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and More Apple Trade-In https://www.apple.com/shop/trade-in
Apple TV+ gains 51 Emmy awards, led once more by 'Ted Lasso'
Apple TV+ and Rihanna's Apple Music Super Bowl Show earn 59 Emmy nominations - 9to5Mac
Apple is letting Tesla skip millions of dollars in App Store fees
Apple AirPlay found in latest version of Tesla iPhone app after Musk signaled support
CarPlay can now control a Porsche's air conditioning & more
GM dealers aren’t happy future EVs won’t support CarPlay
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Beta this week. iOS17 Public Beta was released,
Apple Releases First Public Betas of iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 - MacRumors
watchOS 10 Launches for Public Beta Testers - MacRumors
Apple Releases First Public Beta of tvOS 17 - MacRumors
macOS Ventura 13.5 Fixes iPod Shuffle Syncing Issue Years After Device Was Discontinued - MacRumors
iOS17 Beta 3 was released
Apple Seeds Updated Third Betas of iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 to Developers
Latest iOS 17 Beta Includes 'Save to Photos' Option in Full-Page Screenshot Interface, Better Dual-SIM Support - MacRumors
Latest iOS 17 Beta Adds Support for Bilingual Siri Queries Mixing English With Hindi and Other Indic Languages
AirPods firmware gets second developer beta
Happy 15th birthday to the App Store. We look back at how it has evolved. Apple's App Store changed the software world 15 years ago
The Apple watch. How do we use it and what Apps do we use and not use? As well as how many watch bands we have.
Tip
Organize Scheduled Summaries. Dave gives a great tip on this. For iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 or later, you can create a schedule for when you’d like to receive notifications. Your device will automatically collect notifications and deliver them in a summary when it’s most convenient for you to see them. This helpful feature allows you to customize your notifications to simplify life and stay organized.
How to use the new Notification Summary feature in iOS 15 or later
1 week away from Macstock! Tickets are Sold Out but Virtual Tickets are available.Dave is speaking again at the event along with Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Chuck Joiner, and many others. Please join in all the fun July 22-23, 2023! Speakers Link.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Guy Serle, Mike Potter, and Jeff Gamet. The revival of iPad keyboard maker Brydge with new owner, the iPhone's life-saving SOS feature saves another person, a case involving stolen Apple products, iCloud storage price increase in UK and other countries. Some nostalgia for the first iPhone which went on sale June 29, 2007 16th anniversary., A new Motorola Defi pocket satellite link gadget lets you text messages immediately. The Apple Trade-in plan worked well for Dave with good pricing and a review of experience. Plus tips on what to do before you send in your trade-in out and more.
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iPad keyboard maker Brydge revived under new ownership; details on unpaid salaries and unfulfilled orders unknown
iPhone 14's Emergency SOS via Satellite Feature Saves California Hiker
New Hampshire Man Pleads Guilty to Taking Huge Bribe to Ship $2M Worth of Stolen Apple Products
Apple Hikes iCloud+ Subscription Prices in Many Countries Around the World
Apple No Longer Offers Interest-Free Financing in Canada
Stardew Valley Coming to Apple Arcade on July 21
T-Mobile ditches AutoPay discount for Apple Pay despite history of security woes - 9to5Mac
Apple Store employees get their iPhone X upgraded to iPhone 14
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Beta this week. 1OS 16.6 Beta 4 was released this week. iOS 17 Beta 2 continues.
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 16.6 and iPadOS 16.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 9.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 16.6 to Developers
iOS 17: Eight Privacy and Security Improvements Coming in Apple's Next Update
iOS 17 Photos App Can Tell You What Those Confusing Laundry Symbols Mean
How to turn photos into iMessage stickers with iOS 17
What iOS 17 features you aren't going to get at launch
The first iPhone went on sale on June 29, 2007. We discuss this anniversary and what the future holds for iPhone.
Lets see what ChatGPT says about this anniversary. This highly anticipated device, developed by Apple Inc., revolutionized the mobile phone industry and set a new standard for smartphones. The release of the original iPhone marked the beginning of a new era in mobile technology, combining a sleek design with a multi-touch interface and introducing the concept of mobile applications. With its groundbreaking features, such as web browsing, email functionality, and a built-in iPod, the iPhone quickly captured the imagination of consumers worldwide. The launch of the first iPhone paved the way for subsequent generations of smartphones, fundamentally changing the way people communicate, access information, and interact with technology.
Is this a new way to use satellite SOS? The Motorola Defy Satellite Link is a keychain sized device that provides Satellite connectivity plus SOS. SOS in the iPhone is only available in emergencies; this can give you connections for text and check-ins.
This small gadget gives you the iPhone 14's best feature for $149
Apple Trade in guide. Dave bought a new iPhone 14 for a family member and gives his experience.
How to trade in your MacBook, macOS desktop, iPhone, or iPad
Macstock 7 is here! Tickets are Sold Out but Virtual Tickets are available.Dave is speaking again at the event along with Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Chuck Joiner, and many others. Please join in all the fun July 22-23, 2023! Speakers Link.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Ben Roethig. iOS 16.5.1 security update was released a must install. The case of the cattle rustler and AirTag. The very first visionOS SDK is released. Chrome for iOS AI address detection, Apple's new subcategories in its podcast app, and the upcoming CarPlay updates in iOS 17. Tune in to catch up on all things Apple.
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News
Chrome Browser for iOS Getting Improved Translation, Google Lens and Maps Features - MacRumors
Apple Podcasts App Updated With Enhanced Search Functionality - MacRumors
Apple expands Self Service Repair with iPhone 14, M2 Macs, system config changes, more
iPhone App Store rolling out new ad format, visible on Today tab without scrolling - 9to5Mac
Apple Music’s hidden social network is basic but great for discovery
Fiberglass cattle rustler foiled by a strategically placed AirTag
AirPlay coming to hotel TVs soon thanks to LG and Apple partnership | AppleInsider
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iOS 16.5.1 was released must update with security fixes. iOS 16.5.1 and macOS 13.4.1 Address Actively Exploited Vulnerabilities, Make Sure to Update
Apple Releases watchOS 9.5.2 With Security Fixes - MacRumors
Apple Releases iOS 16.5.1 With Fix for Lightning to USB Camera Adapter Bug
Beta this week iOS 16.6 Beta 3 was released. Apple Releases Third Public Betas of iOS 16.6 and iPadOS 16.6
visionOS Beta released for the first time. Apple Releases First Ever visionOS Beta
Apple Vision Pro Developer Tools Now Available With New visionOS SDK
Apple releases visionOS SDK to developers and details testing process
iOS 17 Beta 2 was released this week.
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 to Developers
Everything New in iOS 17 Beta 2
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 17 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 10 to Developers
New finds in iOS 17
iOS 17 and macOS Sonoma Add Passkey Support to Your Apple ID
Apple adds passkeys to Apple ID, iCloud logins
iOS 17 lets users ask Siri to play media on the HomePod using iPhone apps
What is new with CarPlay in iOS 17? Everything New With CarPlay in iOS 17
iOS 17 superguide: Everything you need to know about the next iPhone update
Tips
How to turn off iCloud's default settings in macOS and iOS
Apple Arcade Guide: Everything that's available [New: Bold Moves+]
OneNote on iOS is about to get a big boost for organizing notes
How to clear cache on your iPhone
Macstock 7 is here! Tickets are Sold Out but Virtual Tickets are available.Dave is speaking again at the event along with Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Chuck Joiner, and many others. Please join in all the fun July 22-23, 2023! Speakers Link.
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Topics this week include Apple TV: FaceTime & VPN Support, TVOS 17: Biggest Update in Apple TV History, Siri Updates & Expanded Support on TVOS 17, AirPods Features: Fast Automatic Switching and Adaptive Audio and Apple Watch updates and security features
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Apple Card Monthly Installments Term for Apple Watch to Change From 24 Months to 12 Months
Apple to discontinue Apple Card financing for iPhones bought without a carrier connection
Best Buy Expands Upgrade+ Program to iPad Pro and Apple Watch Ultra - MacRumors
Topics
Apple Preparing iOS 16.5.1 Update for iPhone Following iOS 17 Beta
Beta this week. iOS 16.6 Beta 3 was released today.
Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 16.6 and iPadOS 16.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 9.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 16.6 to Developers
iOS 17 Beta 1 in its first week of testing.
PSA: Disabling iCloud Drive in iOS 17 No Longer Turns Off Third-Party App CloudKit Syncing
1Password teases native passkey support coming to its app with iOS 17
iOS 17 Gives You 72 Hours to Undo an iPhone Passcode Change
tvOS 17 Beta 1 was released. We discussed some of the Audio and Home announcements at WWDC2023 last week.
tvOS 17 brings FaceTime and video conferencing to Apple TV 4K
Apple TV to Support VPN Apps on tvOS 17 - MacRumors
Apple Announces tvOS 17, Including FaceTime and New Control Center
AirPods Pro owners are the secret winners of WWDC 2023 — here's why
How to install the AirPods Pro beta and try the slick new Adaptive Audio feature
watchOS 10 Preview
watchOS 10: These are the Apple Watch models compatible with the update
Lockdown Mode Expanding to Apple Watch With watchOS 10
Here's How Apple Watch Widgets Work in watchOS 10
Future support at work in the enterprise.
Macstock 7 is here! Tickets are Sold Out but Virtual Tickets are available.Dave is speaking again at the event along with Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Chuck Joiner, and many others. Please join in all the fun July 22-23, 2023! Speakers Link.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
A special episode of In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Barry Fulk. We discuss the Apple Vision Pro VR glasses and give our initial thoughts. Barry is hosing the Midwest Mac BBQ prior to Macstock at his home and discussed some of the details including a wine tasting and you may experience some podcssts being recorded at the event.
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This In Touch With iOS briefing is a special episode with 2 topics including the Vision Pro intital thoughts and Midwest Mac BBQ. We hope you enjoy it.
Apple Vision Pro
Check out the Midwest Mac BBQ prior to Macstock.
Macstock 7 is here! Tickets are Sold Out but Virtual Tickets are available.Dave is speaking again at the event along with Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Chuck Joiner, and many others. Please join in all the fun July 22-23, 2023! Speakers Link.
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Barry Fulk is an IT Professional, podcast enthusiast, and an avid traveler for work and leisure. You can follow him on Mastodon @fulkb Instagram @fulkb
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Guests Patrice Brend’Amour, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. WWDC2023 this week we cover iOS 17 and many of the key updates including live voicemail , messages updates, and FaceTime record a message. CarPlay has SharePlay, AirDrop over the internet, abd things not mentioned on stage. iPadOS 17 adds personalized lock screen. Jeff reviews his 3rd party apps deleted when he installed iPad beta.
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We discussed WWDC2023 focusing this week on iOS.
Topics
WWDC2023
There was a mind blowing amount of information shared at WWDC2023 keynote this year and clocked in at 2 hours. We will extend our discussions over the next few episodes. This week we review iOS 17 and all the changes and what stands out.
Some of the highlights of new features in iOS 17 are reviewed
iOS 17 Preview
Inline voice mail notification in call list was added.
We discussed some of the features not announced.
Here are the iOS 17 features Apple didn’t announce onstage
CarPlay will have SharePlay for passengers to control music in the car.
iPadOS 17 Preview
Jeff reports after installing iPad OS 17 it deleted all my third-party apps. He reviews his experience and a good reason not to install beta on a critical device. This is why we have test devices and let those blow up.
Which iPads support iPadOS 17? Here's the list
AirPods
AirPods Pro 2 Gaining 'Adaptive Audio' Feature That Dynamically Adjusts to Your Environment - MacRumors
Apple Releases Beta Firmware Update for AirPods
Beta account is free now. Don't do it!
Macstock 7 is here! In person tickets are sold out but virtual passes are avaiable.Dave is speaking again at the event along with Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Chuck Joiner, and many others. Please join in all the fun July 22-23, 2023! Speakers Link.
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Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Its less than a few days before WWDC2023 and we give our predictions and what is expected. Jeff wants an Apple Books unified Audio app like the Apple TV app. He gives his reasons and the panel adds their thoughts. iPad has 50% market share in the US. iOS 16.6 beta 2 is released.
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Apple Releases watchOS 9.5.1 With Bug Fixes - MacRumors
Apple releases Apple Music Classical for Android before iPad or Mac apps
Apple iPad takes 50% share of the U.S. tablet market
PSA: If You Run Windows, Make Sure to Update iTunes to Fix Security Vulnerability
T-Mobile Home Internet Get an Updated App
Apple Savings Users Complain of Delays Withdrawing Money
Apple Says Thunderbolt Display and Original iPad Air Now Obsolete
WWDC23 iPhone 14 & iPhone 14 Pro Schematic
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 16.6.beta 2 was released this week.
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 16.6 and iPadOS 16.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 9.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 16.6 to Developers
Its Pre WWDC2023 the panel reviews some of the rumors and give some of their predictions.
What to expect at WWDC 2023: Reality Pro, iOS 17, and new MacBooks
15-inch MacBook Air: Everything we know ahead of WWDC
Every Apple product we're expecting at WWDC next week: Reality Pro headset, MacBook Air, more
The Apple TV app is unified so many of the streaming services are in one place. Jeff asked why can’t we do this for the Apple Books app? That includes Kindle, Nook, Comixology, and Libby. Jeff gives his view on this and the panel discusses.
Macstock 7 is here! Tickets are now available.Dave is speaking again at the event along with Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Chuck Joiner, and many others. Please join in all the fun July 22-23, 2023! Speakers Link.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice. Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Ben talks about his blog post why we should have one OS for iPad and Mac. new start up Telly is giving you a free 55” TV is it really free? Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro is released for the iPad is it worth it? Stop all those spam calls. Netflix password sharing is over in US. HBO Max is Max and it stumbled out of the release gate.
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Apple Fitness+ Now Offers Over 4,000 Workout and Meditation Videos
Apple's Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter Not Working With iOS 16.5
Some Apple Watch Users Complain of Odd Green Screen Tint Following watchOS 9.5 Update
New 'Max' Streaming Service Launches, Replacing HBO Max
HBO's Max Rebrand Launch Didn't Go as Planned
Netflix Begins Crackdown on Password Sharing in US and UK
United Airlines Adds Live Activities and Dynamic Island Support for Flight Tracking
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 16.6 Beta 1 was released not much to report before WWDC.
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 16.6 and iPadOS 16.6 to Developers and Apple Releases First Public Betas of iOS 16.6 and iPadOS 16.6 - MacRumors
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 9.6 to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 16.6 to Developers
iOS 16.6 Beta Lays Groundwork for iMessage Contact Key Verification
iOS 15.7.6 and iPadOS 15.7.6 Incorporate Rapid Security Response Fixes
Spam calls we all hate them. Your carrier has some great options. Hiya Here's how to finally stop infuriating spam calls on your iPhone
Ben wrote a great blog post on MacOS and iPadOS and really should be one single OS. We discuss this and give our thoughts. Apple Needs a Single Computer OS
Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro were released this week. we give our initial thoughts on the apps. Apple Releases Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad
Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for macOS updated with new features and support for iPad apps
There is a new ad based service Telly that is giving away a 55” 4K but you have to watch ads. Would you give up privacy for this? How Much Personal Data Would You Give Up for a Free 4K TV?
You can get a 4K TV for free, with a very creative new catch | ZDNET
You can sign up here: https://www.freetelly.com/
Macstock 7 is here! Tickets are now available.Dave is speaking again at the event along with Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Chuck Joiner, and many others. Please join in all the fun July 22-23, 2023! Speakers Link.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. iOS 16.5 is released. We cover all the changes and what to expect as it's a must update to fix security flaws. This week in streaming Jeff gets on his soapbox and tells us how horrible ATSC 3.0 updated over the air will be encrypted and not free. Halide has a new app Skylight that predicts the best time and place to see sunsets. Hermes has an AirPods Pro 2 Leather case that costs as much as an iPad Pro. Get your Macstock tickets and more.
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Apple Park WWDC 2023 Viewing Event to Include Special 'Ring' Tour, Evening Activity and Extended Developer Sessions
Apple Overhauls Support App With Updated Layout and Easier Access to Local Providers
Apple Music and Apple Maps Launching New Concert Features Today
iPhone Driver's License Feature in Wallet App Now Available in Georgia
OpenAI Launches Official ChatGPT App for iPhone and iPad
Texting between iPhone and Android users currently broken due to this bizarre bug
Carrot Weather update brings more data sources, new Smart Layout, improved rain alerts
Apple previews Live Speech, Personal Voice, and more new accessibility features
Latest Hermes AirPods Pro 2 case costs more than an iPad Pro
We now know what Apple fixed in its first iOS and macOS Rapid Security Response
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Beta this week. iOS 16.5 was released to the public this week. We discuss all the updates on all platforms. There Are some vulnerabilities that need to be patched.
PSA: Make Sure to Update, iOS 16.5, iPadOS 16.5, and macOS 13.4 Address These Three Actively Exploited Vulnerabilities
iOS 16.5 patches 39 security flaws, 3 actively exploited
iOS 16.5 Features: Everything New in iOS 16.5
Apple Releases iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5 With Sports Tab in Apple News, Bug Fixes and More
Apple Releases watchOS 9.5 - MacRumors
Apple Releases tvOS 16.5 - MacRumors
Apple Launches Multiview Sports Feature for Apple TV 4K - MacRumors
Apple Releases HomePod 16.5 Software - MacRumors
Apple Releases macOS Ventura 13.4 With Bug Fixes and Sports Updates for Apple News
Apple claims they have prevented over 2B in fraudulent transactions in 2022. We talk about this and how safe the App store is. App Store stopped more than $2 billion in fraudulent transactions in 2022
Apple Claims App Store Security Features Prevented Over $2 Billion in Fraudulent Transactions in 2022
This week in streaming discusses the constant changing in the streaming world.
Showtime and Paramount+ to finally merge into one service on June 27
HBO Max's Rebranded Max Service Will Offer Same Day New Episodes & Just 4 Minutes of Ads Per Hour
Comcast Is Starting to Encrypt Its Free Over The ATSC 3.0 TV Stations Meaning Many Cord Cutters Can't Watch Free Local TV Anymore Without Upgrade
Peacock to Officially Stream an Exclusive NFL Game This Year
Check out Antenna Man on Youtube to talk about ATSC 3.0
Apps
Halide creators launch 'Skylight' for iPhone to predict spectacular sunsets
Macstock 7 is here! Tickets are now available.Dave is speaking again at the event along with Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Chuck Joiner, and many others. Please join in all the fun July 22-23, 2023! Speakers Link.
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests, Guy Serle, Kelly Guimont, and Jeff Gamet. iOS 16.5 is releasing next week. This iPhone is really a bargain compared to Android. The big news this week Apple announced Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad. The continued value of an Apple Watch saving people from serious medical issues. Protect your iPhone with security keys and more.
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Apple Watch Pride Edition celebrates the LGBTQ+ community
Apple Weather not working for some users, third time in a month [U: Fixed]
Apple's former head of iCloud will be in charge of making GM EV software without CarPlay
Instapaper adds new CarPlay app for reading articles with voice-to-text
AirTag credited with helping investigators locate $1.1M in cash stolen from armored truck
Apple Watch helps save woman’s life after collapsing in a hotel room from a ruptured aorta
Shazam Now Supports Apple Music Classical
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 16.5 RC Apple Confirms iOS 16.5 Will Be Released Next Week With These New Features
Apple Seeds iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5 Release Candidates to Developers and Public Beta Testers
Apple Seeds watchOS 9.5 Release Candidate to Developers
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of tvOS 16.5 to Developers
Big news story and topic this week! Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro come to the iPad. Luma Fusion, Davinci Resolve, Capcut, Ferrite compared.
Apple Announces Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad With Subscription Models
Apple brings Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro to iPad - Apple
Logic Pro iPad compatibility, features, release date, more
Final Cut Pro for iPad: Price, release date, and everything else you need to know | iMore
Apple sneak peek video: Final Cut Pro & Logic Pro now on iPad | Apple
Is this true? We think so. As it turns out, the iPhone is actually a bargain compared to Android phones
Security Tips
How to Check Microphone Usage on iPhone
How to Protect Your Apple ID With Security Keys
Macstock 7 is here! Tickets are now available.Dave is speaking again at the event along with Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Chuck Joiner, and many others. Please join in all the fun July 22-23, 2023! Speakers Link.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests, Mike Potter, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. May the fourth be with you. Dave made a visit to the Apple store to check his wifes lightning jack on her iPhone. The jack and still had dust and they cleaned it out. Dave then buys her a brand new iPad Mini. Apple reports Q2 results and they made money again. New Security response update pushed out for the first time. Google pass key and no more passwords? RIP Brydge and more.
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Breaking news: Apple Q2 2023 results: $94.8B revenue, better than expected (with charts!)
Nearly $1 Billion Deposited by Apple Card Owners Four Days After Savings Account Launch - MacRumors
https://www.macrumors.com/2023/04/28/apple-pay-later-continues-rolling-out/
Apple Releases New Firmware for AirPods Pro, AirPods, and AirPods Max
Apple's Recent Beats Firmware Update Addressed Bluetooth Security Issue, AirPods Already Patched
Apple Releases Updated MagSafe Charger Firmware
New York Police Department Encourages Car Owners to Use AirTags to Deter Theft, 500 Free AirTags Available
Apple and Google partner to stop unwanted tracking with AirTags
iTunes Music Store Turns 20 Today: 'Just 99 Cents Per Song'
The downfall of Brydge: iPad keyboard company folds, leaving staff unpaid and customer orders unfulfilled
Topics
We discuss the new Security Response updated that were released in 16.4 Security Response Updates for MacOS 13.3.1, iOS 16.4.1, iPadOS 16.4.1 Released
A Siri bug on iOS 16.4.1 won't let you set Calendar events on the 31st
Beta this week. iOS 16.5 Beta 4 is released. Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of macOS Ventura 13.4 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 16.5 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 9.5 to Developers
More CarPlay news and the best apps on iPhone. These are the best CarPlay apps for iPhone
Ford to retain Apple CarPlay functionality for the foreseeable future
VLC is now in CarPlay for audio. VLC for iPhone adds CarPlay app, Handoff support, more
Would you use s ChatGPT client on your iPhone? ChatGPT now works on your iPhone without an internet connection
No more passwords with passkey? Google accounts now support passkeys for password-free sign-in
Google Online Security Blog: So long passwords, thanks for all the phish
1Password Coming Soon to 1Password: Sign In to Google Using a Passkey
Cleaning your port on your iPhone. Dave brought his wife and her iPhone to the Apple Store and thought all the dust was removed from the lightning jack. They found more. The we bought her a littl guy iPad Mini and she is loving it.
Dave’s Apple Watch band debacle. Braided solo loop and why did it stretch out a full inch.
Macstock 7 is here! Tickets are now available.Dave is speaking again at the event along with Jeff Gamet, Brittany Smith, Chuck Joiner, and many others. Please join in all the fun July 22-23, 2023! Speakers Link.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont, Jeff Gamet, and Chuck Joiner. NAB show was last week Chuck provides us a recap of some of the great things he saw at the event. CarPlay and a response from Apple we have 800 cars available. iMessage working on Windows? Refurbished iPhones over half of all smartphones sold in 2022 plus much more.
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Microsoft’s Phone Link app is now available for iOS so you can use iMessage from a PC and Microsoft Now Rolling Out iMessage Support on Windows With Several Limitations - MacRumors
Apple Releases Updates to Apple Music and TV Preview Apps for Windows
Apple to Soon Let Users Fix Subscription Billing Issues Directly Within Apps
Emergency SOS via Satellite Saves Students Trapped in Utah Canyon
iPhones Made Up Nearly Half of All Refurbished Smartphone Sales in 2022
Apple Card promo offers 5% Daily Cash back on grocery store purchases
YouTube Music Gains Audio Podcasts on iOS and Web
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Beta this week. iOS 16.5 beta 3 was released this week.
Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 9.5 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 16.5 to Developers
Apple introduces Apple Pay Later
Recap of Apple Savings Account Chuck was having issues transferring cash from bank to savings.We discuss some possible fixes as it was asking for a debit card.
Car Play discussion
Apple responds after GM joins Tesla and Rivian in ditching CarPlay support
Apple Says CarPlay Now Available in Over 800 Vehicle Models as GM Plans to Phase Out Support in EVs
iOS - CarPlay - Available Models - Apple
NAB Recap: Chuck attended NAB this year and gives us a recap on some of the great things out there. Here are some of the things he reviewed.
good turnout 65K still about 50% less before 2020.
Sound design software
AI editing not quite there,
Brett Goldstein spoke at the show. https://nabshow.com/2023/video-on-demand-monday/
Post production world met Doc Rock in person for the first time.
Macstock 7 is here! Tickets are now available and the speaker list is filling up as Dave again is speaking at the event with Brittany Smith and Jeff Gamet added to the speaker list. Please join in all the fun July 22-23, 2023! Speakers Link.
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Brittany Smith, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. More press about iPhone thefts and Apple will not reset the locked out account. We talk about how to use alternate backup like iMazing, Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive so you don’t lose your photos and files. Apple has released a new savings account option with Apple Card. tvOS 16.5 beta has multi view sports feature. We didn't know Netflix was still sending DVDs that service ends in the fall after 25 years. Apple Trade in upgrade Plus more great topics.
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News
HomePod Can Now Alert You If Your Smoke Alarm Goes Off
watchOS 10 Described as Apple Watch's Biggest Software Update Since 2015 - MacRumors
Kroger Begins Accepting Apple Pay After Years of Holding Out
Apple TV's Multi-View Sports Feature Available Starting Tonight on tvOS 16.5 Beta Dave tried it out these were live MLS games.
Netflix's password sharing crackdown is finally hitting the United States
Netflix kills DVD-in-the-mail business, upgrades ad-supported plan from 720p - 9to5Mac
Netflix Increases Streaming Quality of 'Basic With Ads' Plan to 1080p
Apple launches all-new ‘Apple Trade In’ website in time for Earth Day Here is Apple new Trade-In site Apple Trade In
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Beta this week.iOS 16.5 Beta 2 is still out after 1 week.
There has been more stories of stolen iPhones and losing access to your account as well as thieves stealing money from bank accounts. This simple tip provides added protection from changing passcodes by adding an additional one. Bar theft tactic sees iPhone owners permanently locked out of Apple accounts We discussed this and provide many ways you can protect yourself from hacks as well as the various ways of backup beyond just iCloud.
Add another layer of security by Using Screen Time
In Settings, go to Screen Time and scroll down to set a passcode, if you haven’t already. Then go to Content & Privacy Restrictions, and toggle on Content & Privacy Restrictions. Scroll down to Allow Changes, then tap on Account Changes and select Don’t Allow.
You of course need to ensure your Screen Time passcode is different to your phone passcode. This means that a thief would still be unable to make any changes to your Apple ID settings, including enabling the Recovery Key option.
How to generate a recovery key - Apple Support
Add a Recovery Contact Set up an account recovery contact - Apple Support
Finally, you can add a Recovery Contact – a friend or family member whose devices are authorized to receive a recovery code for your devices. You can do this in Settings > Your name > Password & Security > Account Recovery > Add Recovery Contact.
Backup your photos and settings using other services and apps.
iMazing will back up your devices completely.
Using Finder (formerly iTunes) to backup your iPhone. If you are syncing your photos in iCloud Photos you cannot use this method without turning off sync.
Backup with Dropbox
How to back up your iPhone on a Mac - Dropbox
You can backup Photos using OneDrive for iOS automatically
Automatically save photos and videos with OneDrive on iOS - Microsoft Support
Google One, Drive, Photos Backup
Back up your device - iPhone & iPad - Google One Help
Apple Savings Account debuted this week. You do need an Apple Card to open this account.
Apple Card’s new high-yield Savings account is now available, offering a 4.15 percent APY
Apple Card Savings Account Available Starting Today With 4.15% Interest Rate - MacRumors
Apple Card Savings Account officially launches with an impressively high interest rate
Lets review the Apple Card. Is the Apple Card worth it? Here’s what you need to know
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213451
Luma Fusion released a huge update this week,
LumaFusion launches new, pro-level, multicam editing feature for iPhone and iPad Jeff is an avid user and has thoughts on the updates and should use this as your primary video editing tool.
Pixelmator Pro is now Photomator Pixelmator Blog and is released for iPhone and iPad Photomator - Photo Editor on the App Store . The Mac version is in beta and you can request Test Flight to try it out. https://www.pixelmator.com/photomator/ We discuss the changes and is it a worthwhile investment vs Photoshop.
Macstock 7 is here! Tickets are now available and the speaker list is filling up as Dave again is speaking at the event with first time speaker Brittany Smith and returning speaker Jeff Gamet added to the speaker list. Please join in on all the fun July 22-23, 2023! Speakers Link. and Register | Macstock Conference & Expo
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Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Brittany Smith is a cognitive neuroscientist who provides a variety of consulting services through her business, Devise and Conquer that includes ADD/ADHD coaching, technology coaching, productivity consulting, and more. She is a self-designated “well-rounded geek”, and holds a M.S. degree in Cognitive Neuroscience. She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator. Find her on her YouTube channel of tech tips.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Mike Potter, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Warner Discovery is merging services and now HBO Max will be called MAX. Are they crazy with the name change? Must update to iOS 16.4.1 important security fixes. iCloud Keychain do you use it? We discussed working with 1Password and others. We review iPad keyboard folio cases and which one is best. Is free VPN good for the iPhone? Opera browser now has it. Plus more announcements about Macstock 7 and more.
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You Can Now Order Pizza from CarPlay Because Apparently Everybody Wanted This
Future Chevrolets and Cadillacs will not get Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and then Ford commits to continued CarPlay support as GM, Tesla, and Rivian face backlash for holding out
Apple Releases New Firmware for AirPods, AirPods Max and AirPods Pro [Updated]
AirPods Users Without a Nearby Apple Device Can Visit an Apple Store to Update Firmware
YouTube Premium to Offer SharePlay and Enhanced 1080p Video on iPhone
Urgent security updates for decade-old Macs and 8-year-old iPhones? So much for so-called 'planned obsolescence
Warner Bros. to Replace HBO Max With New 'Max' Streaming Service
Apple Card Savings Account Likely Launching on April 17
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Serious vulnerabilities must update to 16.4.1.
iOS 16.4.1, iPadOS 16.4.1, and macOS 13.3.1 Fix Actively Exploited Vulnerabilities - MacRumors
Apple Releases iOS 16.4.1 With Fixes For Siri Response Issues and Other Bugs - MacRumors
Apple Releases macOS 13.3.1 With Fix for Apple Watch Unlock - MacRumors
Apple Releases tvOS 16.4.1 and HomePod Software 16.4.1
If iOS 16.4.1 is causing CarPlay problems, here's how to fix it
Even older iOS is updated. No Device Left Behind? Apple Releases Swath of Security Patches for Older Operating Systems
Beta this week. iOS16.5 Beta 2 is released this week to both developers and public beta.
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 9.5 to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 16.5 to Developers - MacRumors
Simplified iOS 16.4 Beta Installation Method Expands to Latest macOS Ventura 13.4 and watchOS 9.5 Betas - MacRumors
Rumor: Apple Now Testing iOS 16.6 for iPhone Ahead of iOS 17 at WWDC
Using iCloud Keychain How to set up, use, or turn off iCloud Keychain on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
VPN for Free on iPhone? This free VPN is now available to all iPhone owners
iPad Keyboard Folio cases. Which ones are the best? Brydge, Logitech, Apple, Zugu, Zagg.
Here are our top choices.
Logitech Folio Touch - Keyboard Case with Trackpad for iPad Pro 11-inch (1st, 2nd & 3rd gen) and iPad Air (4th & 5th gen)
Combo Touch Keyboard Trackpad Case for iPad Pro 12.9-inch 6th Gen / 11-inch 4th Gen & iPad Air 5th Gen
Macstock 7 is here! Tickets are now available and the speaker list is filling up as Dave,again is speaking at the event. Jeff Gamer, Chuck Joiner, and many others. Please join in all the fun July 22-23, 2023! Speakers Link.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Barry Fulk, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roething, Barry returns to the show to talk about travel tips and tech he travels with. He also reviews some of the tech he needed to set up his remote location including multiple HomePod Minis (10 to be exact) iOS16.4 was released and an update to iOS16.4.1 is coming. Midwest Mac BBQ is back at Barry's his home. Come join us 2 days early July 20th before Macstock. Speaking of Macstock, come join us July 22-23 where Dave and Jeff are both speaking.
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News
Apple Announces WWDC 2023 Event Taking Place June 5 to 9
Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference returns June 5
WWDC 2023 Includes Special Event at Apple Park: How to Request to Attend
Netflix's Cheaper Ad-Supported Plan Now Available on Apple TV
T-Mobile Renews MLB Partnership to Offer Subscribers Free MLB.TV Access for Next Six Years
Pages, Numbers, and Keynote Apps for iPad Now Support Apple Pencil Hover
Apple Removing Keynote App's Presentation Sharing Feature in Future Update
Apple Pay Later launching today: Here's how it works
Sonos Now Supports Apple Music Spatial Audio on These Speakers and Sound Bars
Apple Services Except iCloud to Stop Working on Some Older Software Versions
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iOS 16.4 was released on 3/27/23
Apple Releases iOS 16.4 With New Emoji, Safari Web Push Notifications, Beta Changes, Voice Isolation for Calls and More
Apple Releases watchOS 9.4 With AFib History Expansion and Changes to Mute Gesture to Prevent Accidental Alarm Cancellation
Apple Releases tvOS 16.4 for Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD
Apple Releases HomePod 16.4 Software
iOS 16.4.1 Rumored to Launch Soon for iPhone With Bug Fixes
Apple Now Testing iOS 16.4.1 for iPhone With Bug Fixes Expected
Things that were added to iOS16.4
iOS 16.4 Expands iPhone 14's Emergency SOS via Satellite to Six More Countries
PSA: Apple Has Made Its New Home Architecture Update Available Again
Beta this week. iOS16.5 Beta 1 was released. We discuss the new updates.
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5
Apple News App Gains Sports Tab in First iOS 16.5 Beta
iOS 16.5 Beta for iPhone: What's New So Far
Siri Can Start a Screen Recording in iOS 16.5 Beta 1
Apple Releases First Public Betas of iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5
Apple Music Classical was released. Apple Announces Apple Music Classical, Now Available on the App Store
Apple Music Classical Promoted With TV Ad Following Launch
Hands-On With Apple's New Classical Music App
Barry is an avid traveler and he shares some of his tips for traveling with Apple tech and gadgets. The best travel gadgets of 2023: Expert travel tech
Anker GaNPrime 65W Charging Station, 615 USB C Power Strip for Travel and Work, 5-in-1 Power Strip with 2AC,2 USB C, 1 USB A, 3ft, Power Delivery
https://amzn.to/3zJqDjS
MagSafe Duo Charger
https://amzn.to/3KlXRuG
Flighty App - Live Flight Tracking and Alerts
Flighty – Live Flight Tracker on the App Store
Jeff uses Flight Update Pro
Sports Alerts (not really travel related, but actually really handy for Live Activity within the Dynamic Island
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/sports-alerts/id432450349
Midwest Mac BBQ and Wine Event 2023
Barry is hosting another Midwest Mac BBQ and WIne Event on July 20, 2023, two days before Macstock at his home. Time roughly 2:00PM CDT until ???
Macstock 7 is here! Tickets are now available and the speaker list is filling up as Dave again is speaking as well as Jeff Gamet. at the event. Please join in all the fun July 22-23, 2023! Speakers Link.
Register Here for the Midwest Mac BBQ & Wine Event:
Midwest Mac BBQ | Macstock Conference & Expo
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Barry Fulk is an IT Professional, podcast enthusiast, and an avid traveler for work and leisure. You can follow him on Mastodon @fulkb Instagram @fulkb
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by Jeff Gamet and Guy Serle.iOS Apple will be releasing movies in theaters. Friday Night baseball is back and you can listen to local announcers. iOS 16.4 release candidate is out and we expect a public release next week. Who is listening to podcasts? Apple Podcasts is number one what are the others? We discuss the report from podnews. Is the TV networks still relevant? We discuss the popularity of streaming channels. Macstock 7 is here and both Dave and Jeff will be speaking.
This episode was recorded on March 22, 2023 but published March 31st.
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News
Apple Working on Beats Studio Buds+ Earphones
Dark Sky database and Carrot
Google Opens Up Access to Bard AI Chatbot
YouTube TV Price Goes Up to $73 Per Month
Apple TV+ Shares 2023 Friday Night MLB Schedule, Subscription Now Required Dont forget T-Mobile Tuesdays free MLB TV subscription 3/28
T-Mobile Scam Shield, Guy mentioned he installed it and had no scam calls.
Apple Reportedly Planning to Release Movies in Theaters and Increase Spend to $1 Billion Per Year
Apple Stops Allowing Sprint iPhone Activations, Removes Sprint References From Online Store
An AirTag helped the DEA in a narcotics investigation
Topics
Beta this week. iOS16.4 RC is out we have a final version coming next week.
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Versions of iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 to Developers [Update: Public RC Available]
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of watchOS 9.4 to Developers
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of tvOS 16.4 to Developers
Here's everything new for Apple Watch users with watchOS 9.4
watchOS 9.4 WilHere's everything new for Apple Watch users with watchOS 9.4 - 9to5Macl Prevent You From Accidentally Silencing Your Apple Watch's Alarm While Sleeping
iOS 16.4 Further Optimizes iPhone 14's Crash Detection After False 911 Calls
iOS 16.4 Seemingly References New AirPods and AirPods Case
iOS 16.4 Expands Duplicate Image Detection to iCloud Shared Photo Library
iOS 16.4 Adds VoiciOS 16.4 Adds Voice Isolation for Cellular Phone Calls - MacRumorse Isolation for Cellular Phone Calls
iOS 16.4 allows health authorities to end their support for Apple's COVID-19 Exposure Notifications feature
This 'horrific' Apple Music bug is syncing playlists with different users' libraries updated in 16.4
Three hidden iOS 16.4 features you’ll love—once we tell you where to find them
iOS 16.4 Has 47 New Features and Changes for iPhone You Won't Want to Miss
Podcast reports showing interesting changes to listening. We discuss this report and how many listen to podcasts. Industry 'report card' shows Apple Podcasts extend its lead as top overall platform and The Podnews Report Card - 2023 results and now YouTube release podcast tools to all
We talk In Touch with streaming this week. Is future network TV in doubt? We discussed that broadcast TV could become less relevant in the future due to the growing popularity of live-streaming channels. However, it is unlikely to become completely obsolete as there is still a large audience for major events. Broadcast TV may need to adapt to remain relevant in a changing media landscape.The future of TV is up in the air.
Macstock 7 is here! Tickets are now available and the speaker list is filling up as Dave again is speaking at the event. Please join in all the fun July 22-23, 2023! Speakers Link.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS with Dave and guests Kelly Guimont, Ben Roethig, and Jeff Gamet covered a variety of topics related to iOS and Apple products. One topic discussed was the App Store's "Stories" feature, which highlights topics or developers. They also talked about how apps are grouped by the. m What happens to old iPhones that carriers want to buy back? Using Apple Notes, we discuss whether there are any reasons not to use it. The panel shared their experiences with note-taking apps. New update Reincubate Camo version 2, works with all webcams. ChatGPT is now in Carrot weather so you can give your snarky comments and more.
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T-Mobile acquires Mint & Ultra Mobile for prepaid services, press release: T‑Mobile to Acquire and Turbocharge Mint Mobile and Ultra Mobile, Brands Will Continue Delivering Value on the Un‑carrier’s 5G Network
Ted Lasso season 3 premiere!! Nuff said. Watch Ted Lasso | Apple TV+ Ted Lasso Season Three Now Available on Apple TV+
Few ChatGPT stories Anthropic launches Claude, a chatbot to rival OpenAI’s ChatGPT | TechCrunch
Even Carrot Weather now has a ChatGPT-based AI chatbot
iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus in Yellow Launches Today, Apple Store Pickup Now Available
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Beta this week. iOS16.4 beta 4 was released this week. Apple issues fourth developer betas for iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 9.4 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 16.4 to Developers
When Will Apple Release iOS 16.4?
The big debate on carriers and old iPhones. Why Apple and the Carriers Want Your Old iPhone - WSJ
“Apple App Store Stories” are stories about apps, games, and developers featured on the App Store by Apple. These stories showcase different aspects of the app or game and the people behind them. They can include interviews with developers, behind-the-scenes looks at the creation of the app or game, or profiles of people who have found success through the App Store. We discuss a few of these stories linked below and how developers get noticed. https://www.apple.com/app-store/
Your Work-From-Home Toolkit App Store Story
iPhone Essentials App Store Story
Games From Memory Lane : App Store Story
Apple Notes is a great way to keep notes, lists, and so much more. Are there reasons you shouldn’t use Apple Notes? The panel discusses. 5 Reasons You Shouldn't Use Apple Notes
Apple has added a brand new online purchasing experience Apple Announces 'Shop With a Specialist Over Video' Feature for Buying an iPhone Would you want to be on video with a specialist online or go to the store? Press release: Apple introduces Shop with a Specialist over Video
Apps
Reincubate releases Camo 2 our favorite webcam software for meetings, streaming, or recording. They added some great new features and improvements.
Launching Camo 2
This is so cool! Pixelmator Pro gets new, pixel-perfect Apple device mockups
Announcements
Macstock 7 is here! Tickets are now available and the speaker list is filling up as Dave again is speaking at the event. Please join in all the fun July 22-23, 2023! Speakers Link.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS, and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
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Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
In the most recent episode of In Touch With iOS, Dave is accompanied by guests Guy Serle and Ben Roethig. The main topic of discussion is Apple's upcoming release of a Classical Music app, which is set to debut this month. The guests delve into why this app is separate from Apple Music. Additionally, they explore the exciting features of iCloud+, including Hide My Email, Private Relay, HomeKit Video, and the ability to recover contacts and calendar data via icloud.com. Other topics covered include the release of the yellow iPhone 14, the use of HomePod temperature and humidity sensors, and more.
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Apple Card's Savings Account Feature Nears Launch
Yellow iPhone? Yes there is. Apple Announces New Yellow Color Option for iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus
Apple's iPhone 14 Silicone Cases Now Available in Four New Colors
Apple Releases Over 20 New Apple Watch Bands and AirTag Accessories, Including New Hermès 'Casaque' Line
Apple Announces iPhone 14's Satellite Feature Launching in Six More Countries Later This Month
T-Mobile confirms its free MLB․TV offer will return this year; MLB app updated for 2023 season Friday Night Baseball returns to Apple TV+ and MLB App Now Supports Live Activities
Apple’s deal with MLS includes an opt-out clause if enough people don’t subscribe
Ivory now lets users create a Mastodon account directly from the app
Latest 'Today at Apple' session lets you 'Believe' you can create a Ted Lasso poster with iPad and Apple Pencil
Jason Segel and Harrison Ford comedy ‘Shrinking’ renewed for season two at Apple TV+
Topics
tvOS 16.3.3 was released. Apple Releases tvOS 16.3.3 With Fix for Siri Remote on Latest Apple TV
Beta this week. iOS16.4 Beta 3 was released this week. Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 9.4 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 16.4 to Developers
Apple Releases Second Rapid Security Response Updates for iOS 16.4 and macOS 13.3 Ventura Beta Users
iOS 16.4 beta hints at Car Key feature dropping NFC support in the future
Apple Music Classical is finally to be launched on March 28th and has its own app. We give our thoughts Apple Music Classical on the App Store
Apple Music Classical launching on March 28, here's a first look
How to set Apple Music Classical to auto-download to your iPhone as soon as it’s available
Apple Classical has what Apple Music needs: An app that isn’t bundled with iOS
Apple Music Classical will launch on March 28 with 'world’s largest' catalog
iCloud. We talk about some of the great features of iCloud+ including https://www.icloud.com/icloudplus/
Hide my Email
Custom Email Domain
Private Relay
HomeKit Secure Video Home app - Accessories - Apple
Family Sharing
There are some great features accessing icloud.com on the Mac, iPhone, and iPad.
Data Recovery on icloud.com restoring Files, bookmarks in Safari, contacts, and calendars.
iCloud+ plans and pricing
Tips
How to Disable iCloud Private Relay for Specific Website on iPhone & iPad
How to Unsend Email on Mail for iPhone & iPad
Using the temperature and humidity settings on the HomePod Mini and HomePod 2nd Gen How to get the temperature and humidity level of a room using your HomePod
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
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Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
In the most recent episode of In Touch With iOS hosted by Dave, he's joined by guests Mike Potter, Chuck Joiner, and Jeff Gamet. We have a discussion on Microsoft's intention to incorporate iMessage into Windows. The conversation then shifts to a concerning issue where thieves have been observing people entering their passcodes and then stealing their iPhones, leaving them locked out of their accounts. To combat this, they explore the use of password managers, particularly their favorite one, 1Password. They also delve into the topic of Apple's Health VP, who discusses the future of Apple Watch and glucose monitoring.
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News
Apple could be new home for Pac-12 football streaming after passing on NFL
AI-Powered Bing Search Comes to Microsoft Edge, Skype and Bing iOS Apps
Sonos Era 100 & Era 300 HomePod competitors coming in March
Apple Increases Trade-In Values for Select iPhones, iPads and Macs
Apple Now Charging More for Out-of-Warranty Battery Replacements on iPhones, iPads and Macs
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 16.4 Beta 2 was released this week.
Everything New in iOS 16.4 Beta 2: Apple Books Changes, Apple Music Classical Mentions, Apple Pay in South Korea and More
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 to Developers
iOS 16.4 Beta 2 Re-Adds Page Turning Animation to Apple Books
Apple Music Classical Launch Could Be Approaching Based on Code in iOS 16.4 Beta 2
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 9.4 to Developers
How to use the new Lock Screen Shortcut in iOS 16.4
iOS 16.4 beta hints at HomePod launch in Israel with support for Siri in Hebrew
Apple Releases Rapid Security Response Update for iOS 16.4 Beta Users
We have some interesting security topics to discuss this week.
There was an article and video on protecting yourself from data thieves. We discuss iPhone built in keychain vs a password manager Do you use one or both? Tips on keeping things secure in both places. How to Protect Your iPhone Data From Thieves
Don’t Trust Your iPhone’s Passcode to Keep Your Data Safe
If both your iPhone and passcode get stolen, you're in deep trouble
The saga continues: The LastPass hack saga just keeps getting worse
Meanwhile Top US cybersecurity official calls on Microsoft and Twitter to match Apple’s commitment to user security Apple security is good even though this social engineering issue occurred.
We are finding out more about the future of Apple Watch and health. We discuss Apple VP of Health discusses future of Apple Watch and health in India
Apple's Health VP Talks Glucose Monitoring on Apple Watch Amid Rumors of Noninvasive Tracking Breakthrough
What is Microsoft thinking about bringing iMessage to Windows? We discuss. Microsoft is bringing iMessage to Windows with the Phone Link app
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributor
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
About Our Guest
Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Expo: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Twitter @macstockexpo and @formaceyesonly
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
In the newest episode of In Touch With iOS hosted by Dave, he is accompanied by guests Web Bixby and Jeff Gamet. Jeff shares his opinions on the recent news of a potential import ban on Apple Watch and the stance of President Biden on the matter. During the show, we get to know first-time guest Web Bixby better, including his history with Apple, and he even showcases his meticulously organized Binder of notes for the show. Other topics covered in the episode include the recent Apple services outage and how to access the system status page, Google paying Apple to stay out of the search market, and the fact that the iPhone was the most traded-in and upgraded smartphone in 2022.
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News
Apple Store App Updated With Improvements for Saved Items and Enhanced Store Information
Apple Releases 'Car Keys Tests' App for Licensed MFi Developers
Tile Adds Undetectable Anti-Theft Mode to Tracking Devices, With $1 Million Fine If Used for Stalking
Apple Watch import ban gets dangerously close: President Biden upholds the ITC's AliveCor ruling
You missed this but You can now get Apple's MLS Season Pass for free from T-Mobile, here's how
YouTube TV working to fix crashing issue on Apple TV as redesign rolls out more widely
Google Photos for iOS Now Supports Magic Eraser Tool for Google One Subscribers
Topics
We welcome our first time guest Web Bixby to the show. We find out more about him and what Apple products he uses in business and home.
Beta this week. iOS 16.4 Beta 1 is still in testing. How to enable iOS betas from the Settings app with 16.4 and later Rumors for the next beta Apple Now Testing iOS 16.5 Internally as One of Final Updates Before iOS 17
Looks like Apple had an outage this week. Do you know how to find what services are out? Apple - Support - System Status
Did Google pay Apple more money? Google Allegedly Pays Apple Portion of Chrome Search Revenue as Part of Secretive Non-Compete Deal
Apple services continue to exceed expectations. We discuss this and future including the Apple One Bundle. Apple Services revenue exceeds Nike & McDonalds combined
Trading in an iPhone? Phones were the top devices turned in through trade-in and upgrade programs in 2022
Tips
How to Recover Deleted Messages on iPhone
How to find the serial number of your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple Pencil – even if it’s lost
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributor
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Guest
Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
In the most recent episode of In Touch With iOS, Dave is joined by guests Brittany Smith and Jeff Gamet to delve into a fascinating conversation about ChatGPT, which piques the interest of Bing and Microsoft. They also explore the compatibility of ChatGPT with the iPhone and Apple Watch. In addition, they discuss the release of iOS 16.4 Beta 1, and whether the HomePod is still relevant, given that it has been five years since its launch and a new 2nd gen model has been released. The possibility of Apple introducing hardware subscriptions is also considered, along with other interesting topics.
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News
Ted Lasso season 3 premieres March 15th! Apple announces release date for Ted Lasso season three
Big 1Password update for iOS and Mac brings over 100 improvements and changes
Apple Reportedly Planning to Limit iPhone 15's USB-C Port in the Same Way as Lightning
Plex launches new feature for skipping TV show and movie credits, available on Apple TV and iOS
Goldman Sachs drops consumer credit expansion, casting shadow over Apple Savings accounts
https://cordcuttersnews.com/paramount-is-lowering-the-price-of-its-showtime-bundle/
T-Mobile Customers Can Get Free MLS Season Pass in Apple TV App
Apple reveals iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 usage stats for the first time
Topics
Very important to update to iOS 16.3.1 with security updates.
PSA: Make Sure to Update Soon, macOS Ventura 13.2.1 and iOS 16.3.1 Address Actively Exploited Vulnerability
Apple Releases watchOS 9.3.1 With Bug Fixes and Security Updates
Apple Releases HomePod 16.3.2 Software With Fix for Siri Request Failures
Apple Releases iOS 16.3.1 With iCloud Fix, Crash Detection Optimizations and More
Beta this week. iOS 16.4 was released today to developers and public beta..
Everything New in iOS 16.4: Emoji Characters, Web Push Notifications, Beta Installation Simplification, and More
Roundup: Here's every new feature and change in iOS 16.4 beta 1
Improved way to register device with beta profile. Apple starts killing off developer beta profiles in iOS 16.4
iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 Betas Add Support for Web Push Notifications
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 9.4 to Developers
iOS 16.4 Beta Adds New Emoji Like Donkey, Jellyfish, Pink Heart, Hyacinth, Ginger, Goose, Shaking Face and More
iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 Let Developers and Public Beta Testers Opt in to Betas Directly From Software Update Settings
iOS 16.4 Adds New Podcasts App Features Across iPhone, iPad, and CarPlay
iOS 16.4 Beta Re-Adds HomeKit Architecture Upgrade
iOS 16.4 Lays Groundwork for Apple Cash High-Yield Savings Account
HomePod was launched 5 years ago. We discussed history and the future. HomePod Launched Five Years Ago Today, Faced Several Setbacks Along the Way
iFixit Tears Down Second-Generation HomePod
Updated actions and new features in the Shortcuts app on iOS 16.3
ChatGPT made news this week with Microsoft announcing Ai interaction with Bing. Microsoft's New AI-Powered Bing Uses ChatGPT Tech. Here's How to Try It
How To Use ChatGPT on iPhone and Apple Watch
Apple hardware subscription would be a big step – raising big questions
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributor
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Guest
Brittany Smith is a cognitive neuroscientist who provides a variety of consulting services through her business, Devise and Conquer that includes ADD/ADHD coaching, technology coaching, productivity consulting, and more. She is a self-designated “well-rounded geek”, and holds a M.S. degree in Cognitive Neuroscience. She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator. Find her on her YouTube channel of tech tips.
In this week's episode of "In Touch with iOS", host Dave is joined by Jeff Gamet and guest Holden DePardo. They share tips on using Dark Mode on the iPhone and moving apps from Spotlight. Jeff also gives his initial thoughts on his new M2 MacBook Pro. The team also covers the Myst Mobile game for iPhone and iPad, as well as Dave's review of the Kensington Qi dock and Plugable iPad dock. Additionally, they discuss the ongoing changes in the streaming industry, including the recent news that HBO Max and Discovery+ will not merge, and more.
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News
Some iPhone Users Complain of iCloud Backup Issues After Updating to iOS 16.3
Apple to Re-Release Revamped HomeKit Architecture in iOS 16.4
iPhone 14 Pro Over 20% Faster Than Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra in Benchmarks
Drunk driver busted after iPhone calls cops after crash
Apple Pay Later service is getting ready for its public release and Apple Pay Later' Now Being Tested by Apple Store Employees Ahead of Launch
Apple releases a MagSafe Duo firmware update that won’t fix any of its problems
UnitedHealthcare offers cash for your Apple Watch health data
Remastered 'Myst Mobile' Game Now Available on iPhone and iPad
Topics
Beta this week. 2 weeks without a beta iOS 16.3 is the current OS. HomePod 16.3.1 tvOS 16.3.1
Dave has a few product reviews this week.
Plugable 8-in-1 USB C Docking Station for iPad with Stand Amazon Link: https://amzn.to/3XirVf2
Kensington Ipad and Mac USB-C Dual 4K HDMI Docking Station with Qi Charging. Amazon Link: https://amzn.to/3DX5g19
Kensington MD120U4 USB4 Hub Amazon Link: https://amzn.to/3IaOcHG
We discussed Streaming services this week and there was quite a bit of activity. HBO Max is abandoning merging services with Discovery+, Disney+ has lost 2.4M subscribers and more.
Unbundling HBO Max and Discovery+ is a win for a la carte TV
Disney Plus Lost Subscribers for the First Time
In Touch with Mac this week. Jeff moved to a M2 MacBook Pro from his 2019 Intel. We find out what his experience was and impressions since upgrading.
Tips
iPhone Dark Mode: Settings > Display and brightness.
Spotlight search for apps on iPhone and you can drag the app onto the home screen
How to arrange your apps in CarPlay in iOS 16
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Guest
Holden DePardo studies computer science and is on Twitter:@holdendepardo
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by guests Kelly Guimont and Guy Serle. We have some tips this week including how to track a flight in iMessage and tipping with the Apple Watch calculator. Apple Q1 23 results they made money but didn't hit predictions. MLS on Apple TV is available. Kelly with a network fix and tip on Apple TV. Dave explores cord cutting and fails. Plus more topics.
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Apple still made money. Apple Reports 1Q 2023 Results: $30.0B Profit on $117.2B Revenue Amid 'Challenging Environment'
Apple results and charts: $117.2B quarter is still a step back
iPhone: $65.78 billion (vs. $71.63 billion)
Mac: $7.74 billion (vs. $10.85 billion)
iPad: $9.40 billion (vs. $7.25 billion)
Wearables, home, and accessories: $13.48 billion (vs. $14.70 billion)
Services: $20.78 billion (vs. $19.5 billion)
Tim Cook comments on Quarter
Apple Pay Later ‘launching soon’ according to Tim Cook
Tim Cook on the possibility of Apple layoffs: 'A last resort kind of thing'
Tim Cook confirms Q1 iPhone revenue would have grown if not for supply issues
Apple Watch attracted a record number of first-time buyers in Q1 2023
Apple hits milestone of 2 billion active devices as Services set new revenue record
More News
How Apple Music is taking over its first Super Bowl Halftime Show
Passenger sees his lost wallet fly to different cities thanks to AirTag after airline says it couldn't find it
MLS Season Pass launches on Apple TV app ahead of soccer season start
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER
Topics
Apple Preparing iOS 16.3.1 Update for iPhone as Wait for iOS 16.4 Beta Continues
Beta this week. When Will the iOS 16.4 Beta Be Released?
Lets talk about some of the HomePod reviews and our thoughts. New HomePod Reviews Offer Hands-On Look at Sound Quality, Siri, and More and there is a ring \New HomePod Can Still Stain Some Wooden Surfaces
Apple TV topics.
Also, this is a vexing thing that Kelly finally resolved: How to Disable Auto-Playing Video Previews on Apple TV
Kelly's Apple TV detects the network all the time now!
Dave continues to explore cord cutting without any real success. We discuss the gaps between the channels that are offered and services that do or do not have them.
Suppose.tv and mybundle.tv are good places to go.
Tips
How to Track a Flight on Your iPhone
How to Use Your Apple Watch to Split the Bill and Calculate Tips
We answered a question for listener N2Tech: Why do some cell services not support the Apple Watch? Is there a technical reason? AA Many of the NVMO
Apps
Notability for iPad adds new ‘Pencil’ feature for a ‘lifelike handwriting experience’
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose you can find her on Mastodon @verso
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave.He is joined by guests Guy Serle and Ben Roethig. iOS16.3 was released to the public this week notably Apple added Security Keys providing enhanced security using a Yubikey. The Mac Mini M2 256GB SSD is slower than the previous model. Tips include how to report spam texts and bonus sending the report to your carrier. Apple still provides security updates to older devices and there are Apple web based user guides for your devices.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple gives some older iPhones OS updates, going back to iPhone 5s
iPadOS 15 drops support for newer iPads in 15.7.3 security update
If you own an older iPhone, you need to install this update ASAP to patch a dangerous flaw
Tweetbot Developer Tapbots Launches 'Ivory' App for Mastodon
Apple Preparing to Re-Release Revamped HomeKit Architecture That Was Removed From iOS 16.2
Gurman: Apple Not Working on New HomePod Mini
Apple Adjusts Trade-In Values for iPhones, Macs, and More
Apple Begins Selling Refurbished iPhone 13 Lineup in Europe, U.S. to Follow Soon
Apple pauses in-house Wi-Fi chip development
Topics
Beta this week. iOS16.3 has been released to the public this week. We will cover the new features and more.
Apple Releases iOS 16.3 With Security Keys for Apple ID, New HomePod Support, Bug Fixes and More
Security Keys in iOS16.3 Apple Explains iOS 16.3's New Security Keys Feature and Support article from Apple: About Security Keys for Apple ID
iOS 16.3 and macOS Ventura 13.2 add hardware security key support
iOS 16.3 Features: Everything New in iOS 16.3 - MacRumors
Apple Releases watchOS 9.3 With New Watch Face, Bug Fixes
Apple Releases HomePod 16.3 Software With Humidity and Temperature Sensing, Find My Improvements, Audio Tuning, and More
How to Use the Temperature and Humidity Sensors on HomePod and HomePod Mini
Apple Releases tvOS 16.3
iOS 16.3 fixes pesky CarPlay bug that broke Find My support in Siri
iOS 16.3 change review: Hardware security keys, HomePod feature updates, and more
In Touch with Mac topics
New 256GB Mac Mini and 512GB MacBook Pro Have Slower SSD Speeds Than Previous Models
Apple Releases macOS VNew 256GB Mac Mini and 512GB MacBook Pro Have Slower SSD Speeds Than Previous Models
This Mac app lets you link different Dock settings to different display setups
Apple's Mac security is so good, it's sending used M1 MacBooks to the scrap heap
CarPlay in EV’s. These are the best CarPlay apps for EV owners
How to fix HomePod and Home app repeatedly asking for your Apple ID password and failing to authenticate
Tips
Do you know Apple provides updated user guides for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV?
Books
iPhone User Guide on Apple Books
iPad User Guide on Apple Books
Web Guides are always updated - You can add these to the home screen on your iPhone.
iPhone User Guide
iPad User Guide - Apple Support
Apple Watch User Guide
Apple TV User Guide
How to Copy & Paste between iPhone Apps Using Live Text. Some apps will not let you tap and copy text to paste it into another app. Here is how you get around that.
Take a Screenshot of this app screen
Go into photos and open the screenshot you just created. Tap onto the text and you will be able to copy that text. Then paste it into the app of your choice. Notes is usually a good place.
Report spam texts on iPhone. You can report them 3 ways
Use report spam here by tapping the link in the message
Swipe left to delete the message and select Delete and report Junk to Apple.
You also can report the message directly to your carrier. Tap and copy the message and paste it into a new message. In the To box enter 7726 and send the message. You will get a response from the carrier like this
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Guests
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 703-436-9501
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Chuck Joiner, Ben Roethig, and Jeff Gamet. We have a new segment In Touch with Mac and talk about the new M2 Mac Mini and MacBook Pros. Apple unexpectedly announced a new full size HomePod. We discussed this and the difference with the original model. Apple TV requires an iPhone to accept iCloud terms and conditions. iOS16.3 will be released next week and more.
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News
The Apple TV expects you to have an iPhone in order to accept new iCloud terms and conditionsApple Releases New Firmware for AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max
Ted Lasso season three confirmed for spring as Apple TV+ unveils a dozen new original series
Apple Launches Black Unity Sport Loop With Matching Apple Watch Face and iPhone Wallpaper
FOR JEFF Apple TV App Experiencing Outage - MacRumors
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 16.3 RC was released and will be out next week. iOS 16.3 Coming Next Week: Here's What's New
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Versions of iOS 16.3 and iPadOS 16.3 to Developers
iOS 16.3 is coming next week with these features and fixes
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of watchOS 9.3 to Developers
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of tvOS 16.3 to Developers
HomePod 16.3 Software Beta Adds Humidity and Temperature Sensing to HomePod mini, Find My, Audio Tuning and More
iOS 16.3 Expands Advanced Data Protection Option for iCloud Encryption Globally
iOS 16.3 Code Reveals Apple Continues to Work on Classical Music App
Apple surprised all of us this week and announced the release of a new HomePod. We discussed this.
Apple Announces New HomePod for $299 With Full-Size Design, S7 Chip, and More
Apple introduces the new HomePod with breakthrough sound and intelligence
New HomePod vs 2018 HomePod - compared
New HomePod Can't Be Stereo Paired With First-Generation HomePod
Everything That's Changed in the New 2023 HomePod - MacRumors
Meanwhile Apple to Expand Smart-Home Lineup, Taking On Amazon and Google
Advanced Data Protection has created a problem for HomePods, here’s how to fix it
How to set a sleep timer on HomePod
Hard not to talk about all the Mac releases this week so we have a new segment called In Touch with Mac and discuss the new M2 processors, New Mac Minis and MacBook Pro.
Apple unveils MacBook Pro featuring M2 Pro and M2 Max
Apple introduces new Mac mini with M2 and M2 Pro — more powerful, capable, and versatile than ever
Apple unveils M2 Pro and M2 Max: next-generation chips for next-level workflows
M2 Pro chip destroys Apple's old M1 Max, benchmarks reveal massive performance leap
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributor
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Guests
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner Mastadon @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethg https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont and Jeff Gamet. Dave has returned from CES and reviews some of the hot tech he found at the show. Xfinity Stream app now supports AirPlay (finally). Dark Sky is gone but Jeff found the one that does replace it in Carrot. Replacing an iPhone battery costs more. Business can customize they Apple Maps listing and more.
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News
Comcast Xfinity Stream App Gains AirPlay Support
Eddy Cue Shares Letter Reflecting on Apple's Services in 2022
Apple celebrates a groundbreaking year in entertainment
Apple TV Users Complain About tvOS 16.2 'Watch Now' Redesign
Apple Increasing the Price of Out-of Warranty iPhone, Mac, and iPad Battery Replacements Starting in March
Apple Reportedly Planning No Major Updates for AirPods, Apple Watch, iPad, or Apple TV in 2023
Apple Maps Now Allows Businesses to Customize Their Listings
Introducing Apple Business Connect
Topics
Beta this week. 16.3 Beta 2 is out
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 16.3 and iPadOS 16.3 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 9.3 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 16.3 to Developers
CES coverage.
Dave talks about his experience at the show after 3 long years since his first visit.
CES 2023: OtterBox Debuts iPhone Case With Built-In Grip and MagSafe Support
CES 2023: Withings Debuts iPhone-Connected Urine Reader That Goes in Your Toilet
Nuwa Pen: The pen gets smarter as Nuwa shows off its smart ballpoint and app combo
Scosche MagSafe Power Bank Compatible Portable Charger
HyperPack Pro with Apple Find My Compatibility
CES 2023 Innovation Award Product HyperPack Pro
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/hyperpack-pro-with-apple-find-my-compatibility/x/9639886#/
The Dark Sky weather app is gone but Jeff has a new replacement. What are the reasons and we discuss other options. Miss Dark Sky? Here Are 5 Top Weather Apps for iPhone
Kelly’s weather Station: Tempest Weather System
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose you can find her on Instagram @verso and Mastadon @verso
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Patrice Brend’amour, and Jeff Gamet. Our 2nd annual year in review with Patrice and Jeff. We review what Apple announced in the 3 events and press release in 2022. We review what is in store for 2023 including AR headset, lack of sales of iPhone 14 Plus and what will Apple do, and more. Dave received an awesome gift in the Grid Studio torn down iPhone 4s nicely framed. The Home App Apple has it on their major issues list.
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iPhone 15 Ultra' Won't Be Exclusively Assembled by Foxconn
iPhone 14 Pro Dynamic Island requires special manufacturing process from Samsung
Apple Adds iOS 16.2's Home App Upgrade to Internal List of Major Issues
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Beta this week. iOS16.3 Beta 1 continues. Patrice gives her review so far. Tip turn off Home hub on Apple TV due th thread.
Apple year in review 2022. Apple had only 3 events plus a press release in 2022. We did a recap of the announcements (reviewed below) and what did stand out to us this year.
The March 6th event was entitled Peek Performance. They announced the iPhone SE (3rd generation) with the Apple A15 Bionic chip and Ceramic Shield with a base price of $429. The iPad Air (5th generation) was announced with the Apple M1 chip, Center Stage.Studio Display and Mac Studio.
WWDC 2022 was June 8-10 and as always new OS are announced. iOS16, iPadOS16, also announced watchOS 9 as well as updates to CarPlay, HomeKit, Parental Controls. MacBook announcements.
The third event on September 7th was entitled Far Out. What was introduced was the Apple Watch Series 8, 2nd-generation Apple Watch SE, and Apple Watch Ultra. Other announcements included the 2nd-generation AirPods Pro, iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, and 14 Pro Max. New Apple processors included the Apple H2 and A16
A press release on October18 announced The 6th-generation iPad Pro with the Apple M2 chip, 10th-generation iPad with the Apple A14 Bionic chip, Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad, and 3rd-generation Apple TV 4K console with the Apple A15 Bionic chip iPadOS 16 is scheduled to be released on October 24 with the new iPad models appearing in stores on the October 26. The new Apple TV 4K console arrived on November 4.
In memoriam: 5 once-great products Apple killed in 2022 RIP iPod Touch.
So what do we expect in 2023? The panel discusses some of the possibilities of what Apple will be up to next and we make some predictions about them.
Possible big changes include
CarPlay
HomePod
Reevaluate iPhone 14 Plus and future iPhone 15 Models
Wearables
Plus more surprise predictions.
Dave received a great Christmas Present: https://gridstudio.cc/collections/iphone Beautifully frame tear down of an iPhone 4S. Really a cool thing to have hanging in your office or elsewhere,
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Guest
Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Guest Guy Serle and Jeff Gamet. Dave tried out the new Apple Music Sing which is really a karaoke machine on your iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. Dave has the 3rd Gen Apple TV 4K and give his review and how to ID other models. HomeKit update broke and Apple has since blocked it. You still cannot combine 2 Apple IDs. Goodbye DarkSky. Davinci Resolve is now on iPad plus more.
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News:
Update from last week:Apple details what’s new in the latest AirTag firmware updates and Apple AirTags get major new stalking protection, update your iPhone now
Epic agrees to pay over ½ a billion US dollars for deceptive in game practices, including making dispute of charges difficult and cyber-bullying easy 'Fortnite' maker Epic Games to pay $520 million in record-breaking FTC settlement
Apple TV App Rumored to Launch on Android
Apple Pushes Dark Sky Users to Revamped Weather App as Shutdown Looms
AirPods recovered after Find My tracked down thieving hotel employee
Matter-enabled Amazon Echo devices to work with iOS soon as phase one rollout is now complete
Apple Reportedly Quits NFL Sunday Ticket Streaming Negotiations
Breaking News: NFL Sunday Ticket officially coming to YouTube TV and YouTube in 2023
Topics
Beta this week. iOS16.3 Beta 1 continues this week. The first iOS 16.3 beta has been released
Dave’s review of Apple Music Sing. Apple TV is limited to 3rd Gen 2022 models but you can AirPay your iPhone to it. Apple Music Adding a Karaoke Experience With Apple Music Sing Only Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen 2022 has the mic feature that makes it true karaoke muting the artist singing.. All other models show the lyrics only. See lyrics and sing in Apple Music on your Apple TV - Apple Support You can AirPlay the iPhone to Apple TV to get the muted vocals on the other models. Sing along with Apple Music on iPhone
Apple TV model versions and is there really a difference? Identify your Apple TV model and Dave reviews the Apple TV 3rd Gen 2022 model. Pairing a new Apple TV remote. How to pair a new Apple TV remote
Davinci Resolve video editor is a very powerful Final Cut alternative that just released a version for iPad today! DaVinci Resolve for iPad Now Available on the App Store Guy is a big user and wanted to get his perspective if it's something he would use. Download the app here DaVinci Resolve for iPad on the App Store Rumors had said It requires iPadOS 16.0 or later and a device with the A12 Bionic chip or later. Guy was also using Capcut which is available on the iPad.
Breaking: Apple pulls new Home app architecture in iOS 16.2 as users complain about HomeKit issues
HomeKit issues again. Apple Outlines What to Do If You Have Issues Accessing a Home in iOS 16.2 Apple Support article on this. If you can't access a home or accept an invitation in the Home app - Apple Support
Apple Watch is independent GPS device now.: Apple Watch finds GPS independence from iPhone at last
Apple Support Article: Calibrate your Apple Watch for improved Workout and Activity accuracy
This continues to be a problem we discuss and ask Why can’t you do this Apple? You can't combine two Apple IDs — but here's what you can do
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
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Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Holden DePardo and Jeff Gamet. The EU is requiring alternate App stores and Apple is preparing to allow this and we discuss how it would affect the iPhone. Continuity camera is a great way to use your iPhone as a webcam plus Belkin is offering a magsafe mount for a monitor. iOS16.2 is now available to everyone. We review the features it is a must install with security fixes. Sono has a new Trueplay for their speakers. Measure someone's height using an iPhone.
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News
Sonos Trueplay Now Works With iPhone 14 Models
Apple Releases AirTags Firmware Update
Hands-On With the DaVinci Resolve Beta for iPad
Apple Music Support Finally Added to Tesla Vehicles
iOS 16 adoption hits 69% thanks to nice features, here's how that compares to Android
Microsoft Authenticator App for Apple Watch to Be Discontinued in January
Apple Expands Emergency SOS via Satellite to UK, France, Germany, and Ireland
iPhone 14 Crash Detection and Emergency SOS via Satellite Lead Rescuers to Car That Fell Into Remote Canyon
YouTube's Apple TV App is Crashing and Causing Issues For Users After Latest Update
Topics
Apple is still supporting the older OS which is very different from the past. Apple hasn't left Monterey, Big Sur, iPadOS 15, iOS 15 behind yet
Beta this week. iOS16.3 Beta 1 was released
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 16.3 and iPadOS 16.3 to Developers
Apple Releases First Public Betas of iOS 16.3 and iPadOS 16.3
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 9.3 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 16.3 to Developers
iOS 16.3 and macOS Ventura 13.2 Betas Add Support for Physical Apple ID Security Keys
iOS and iPadOS16.2 is released to the public. We discuss all the features and our thoughts and what stands out.
Apple Releases iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2 With Freeform, Apple Music Sing, Advanced Data Protection and More
Apple Releases watchOS 9.2 With Outdoor Workout Improvements, Crash Detection Optimizations, Noise App Tweaks and More
Apple Releases New HomePod 16.2 Software
iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2 Fix Over 30 Security Vulnerabilities
iOS 16.2 rolling out today with Apple Music Sing, Freeform app, much more
iOS 16.2 Features: Everything New in iOS 16.2
New Apple Music Sing Playlists Now Available in iOS 16.2
Apple Releases iPadOS 16.2 With Stage Manager External Display Support
More discussion on side loading apps will it really happen? Apple Working to Add Support for Sideloading and Alternate App Stores in Europe and AltStore creator explains what third-party app stores could mean for the iPhone
Continuity Camera has been out for a short time. We discuss if we have used it yet and will we? Belkin now has a new monitor mount Belkin releases new iPhone Continuity Camera MagSafe mount for external displays and iMac Belkin iPhone Mount with MagSafe for Mac Notebooks
Did you know? Newer iPhones Allow You to Measure Someone's Height Instantly — Here's How
Apple TV+ teases 2023 content slate, including 'Masters of the Air' and 'Ted Lasso' season three
Only a quarter of US iPhones are sold through Apple
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Guest
Holden DePardo studies computer science and is on Twitter:@holdendepardo
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner and Jeff Gamet. Apple has added Music Sing karaoke. Our devices will have even more security with end to end encryption and you need to know the key. iOS 16.2 will be out next week with a 10 min limit on everyone setting in Airdrop. The App store has big pricing changes from $0.29 to $10,000.There are 5 more things Apple still needs to release in 2023. Plus a guide to what phones have the fastest 5G in different countries.
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News
Apple Shares Most Popular Podcasts of 2022
Twitter Blue will be more expensive on iPhone to offset App Store fees
Apple Announces App Store Changes, Including Expanded Pricing Up to $10,000
Biggest Apple News+ magazines may be having a tough time
Tim Cook Confirms Apple Will Buy TSMC Chips Manufactured in Arizona
Apple Music Adding a Karaoke Experience With Apple Music Sing Press Release Apple introduces Apple Music Sing
Then it's limited. Apple Music Sing Limited to Latest Apple TV, Not Coming to Older Models
FDA approves iPhone connectible Dexcom G7 glucose monitor
Apple Abandons Controversial Plans to Detect Known CSAM in iCloud Photos
Topics
Beta this week. Apple Seeds Release Candidate Versions of iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2
iOS 16.2 for iPhone Expected to Launch Next Week With These 12 New Features
Apple Seeds watchOS 9.2 Release Candidate to Developers
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of tvOS 16.2 to Developers With Apple Music Sing
Apple Expanding 10-Minute 'Everyone' AirDrop Limit to All Users With iOS 16.2
Apple Music Sing Now Available in iOS 16.2 Release Candidate
End to end encryption on Apple devices! We review this latest addition to secure your data. Along with setting up a contact that can help unlock if you don’t have the key. Apple Plans New Encryption System to Ward Off Hackers and Protect iCloud Data
Apple news release Apple advances user security with powerful new data protections
Apple Announces End-to-End Encryption Option for iCloud Photos, Notes, Backups, and More
Apple Previews New iMessage and Apple ID Security Features Coming in 2023
Everything You Need to Know About Apple's New iCloud Encryption Feature
Fastest 5G phones around the world. Details on the Fastest 5G Mobile Devices
We explain what all these symbols are. What the cellular, Wi-Fi, and satellite symbols mean on your iPhone or iPad
Apple Still Has These 5 Things to Release Heading Into 2023
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Brittany Smith and Jeff Gamet. We discuss the notification summary on the iPhone that pops up on the lock screen and how to customize them to your liking. Focus Mode is a great feature and we review how to set it up and take advantage of the new customized modes. Password managers are so important now there's another breach. Restore your contacts from backup on icloud.com and more.
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News
Apple's iPhone 14 Emergency SOS via Satellite Feature Saves Stranded Man in Alaska
Apple Watch Series 8 accounted for half of smartwatch market in Q3 2022
HBO Max Working on App Fix for Playback Errors on Apple TV 4K Devices
Apple Music Replay 2022 Revamped With 'Highlight Reel' [Updated] Apple Music launches new Replay experience; reveals 2022’s Top Charts
Apple Announces Oceanic+ App Now Available for Apple Watch Ultra
Apple Begins Selling Several New Multi-Device MagSafe Charging Stands From OtterBox and Zens
Apple Announces 2022 App Store Award Winners, Highlighting Best Apps of the Year
Apple won't shut down App Store Connect for the holidays
iPhone Users Can Now Share Digital Car Keys With Pixel Users, Wider Android Support Coming Soon
Topics
Update now! Apple Releases iOS 16.1.2 With Carrier Improvements and Crash Detection Optimizations
Beta this week. iOS 16.2 Beta 4 is out.
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 9.2 to Developers
https://www.macrumors.com/2022/12/01/tvos-16-2-beta-4/
Apple Releases Another Rapid Security Response Update for iOS 16.2 Beta Users
Brittany did a great YouTube video on Notification summary. We review this and find out what is best for each of us.
We discuss Focus Mode, how we use it, and the improvements. The iOS 16 Guide: Focus Mode Improves
AddContext is a search site that searches keywords in YouTube videos. There is one for all the Apple Keynotes that you can search for a term and find the keynotes that mention it. Search All Apple Keynotes on Context
Password managers are so important to use and so many do not. But then LastPass had another data breach. LastPass' latest data breach exposed some customer information
We recommend 1Password
Which Password Managers Have Been Hacked?
There is frustration with Apple and the iPad 10th gen using the Apple Pencil 1st Gen and we discussed this. iPad 10 Teardown Reveals Why Device Isn't Compatible With Apple Pencil 2
More new features with icloud.com with backups are so awesome! How to use iCloud.com to restore recently deleted files, bookmarks, calendars, or contacts
Backups and Apple flaws. Jeff gives us some insights on this.
Using Keychain for passwords.
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
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Brittany Smith is a cognitive neuroscientist who provides a variety of consulting services through her business, Devise and Conquer that includes ADD/ADHD coaching, technology coaching, productivity consulting, and more. She is a self-designated “well-rounded geek”, and holds a M.S. degree in Cognitive Neuroscience. She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator. Find her on her YouTube channel of tech tips.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Patrice, Kelly, and, Jeff Gamet. The AirPods Pro 2 have improved Bluetooth latency. We discuss this and why lossless audio still is not working. The Apple One bundle is still a deal but is it worth it to you? The FCC orders all ISP’s to have labeling of speeds and pricing. We discuss this as well as the awesome broadband map the FCC offers. Black Friday deals there are some great Apple deals and more.
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News
Huh? Apple has reportedly 'expressed interest' in buying UK soccer team Manchester United
Apple Pivots to Samsung for iPhone Memory Chips Following US Trade Ban Against Chinese Suppliers
SwiftKey is unexpectedly back on iOS
iCloud for Windows Users Complain of Corrupted Videos, Photos From Strangers
Apple Music App Spotted in Tesla Model S Museum Exhibit
Apple TV+ closing movie gap with rotating back catalog for subscribers
Topics
Beta this week. iOS16.2 Beta 3 continues this week.
It has been awhile since we talked about the value of the Apple One bundle. With the prices going up is it still worth it? We discuss the pros and cons of these bundles and the value. What Is Apple One, and Should You Subscribe? Apple One and a new game for Jeff SpongeBob SolitairePants
The AirPods have improved latency AirPods Pro 2 testing reveals significant improvement in Bluetooth latency
Why is Lossless audio on on the AirPods Pro 2? Apple Engineer Addresses Lack of Lossless Support on New AirPods Pro
We discuss the labeling ISP’s need to disclose and the speeds. FCC orders ISPs to display labels clearly showing speeds and itemized fees The FCC also added a National Broadband map FCC Broadband Map
Black Friday is this week and we discuss some of the great deals out there that you might have missed. Apple is having a event Black Friday & Cyber Monday Shopping Event - Apple Gift cards with purchase. There are so many things to buy this year.
Notable Deals
iMazing is 50% off iMazing
Grid Studio Framed iPhone 4s Teardown Grid Studio iPhone 4s Framed Work
Apple Pencil (second generation) - $40 off
Apple AirTag 4 Pack - $20 off
AirPods Pro 2 $199 $49 off
The Jackbox Party Pack 8
The Jackbox Party Pack 9
Huge List of Black Friday Deals on Apple Accessories
All the Apple Black Friday Deals You Can Get Today
Other Apple Black Friday Deals
2021 iPad mini 64 GB - $100 off
2021 iPad Pro 12.9-inch Wi-Fi 1 TB - $400 off
2022 iPad Pro 12.9-inch Wi-Fi 128 GB - $100 off
Apple Watch Ultra - $60 off
Apple Watch Series 8 41mm - $50 off
Apple Watch Series 8 45mm - $50 off
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
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Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jeff Gamet and guest Kelly Guimont. Jeff and Dave were able to demo the new tool in iPadOS16.2 Freeform and they give their thoughts. Emergency SOS has been released in the US and Canada. We review and discuss the ways it will work. The Apple TV 4K model is slow and has bugs. HomePod Mini is 2 and Jeff has thoughts on how it will improve and will they release a Screen on a HomePod? Weather radar on CarPlay and more.
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News
New Apple TV Reportedly Equipped With Binned A15 Chip With 5-Core CPU
128GB Apple TV 4K Can Only Use Half Its Storage Due to a tvOS Bug
Apple Releases tvOS 16.1.1 for New Apple TV 4K With Fix for App Installation Issue
Some iPhone and iPad Users Seeing Strange Safari Crashes When Searching [Update: Fixed]
Apple Stores Begin Same-Device Repairs for All iPhone 14 Models
1Password Will Support Passkeys Starting in Early 2023
Apple says it's too late to get iPhone 14 Pro online before Christmas
Apple unveils new design for iCloud.com with customizable tiles
Apple black friday events Apple to Hold Black Friday Shopping Event Starting on November 25 there are so many other deals to be had.
Topics
Beta this week. Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2
Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 9.2 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 16.2 to Developers
More Beta Details
Apple Releases Rapid Security Response Update for iOS 16.2 Beta Users [Updated]
The iPhone 14 Pro's always-on display doesn't need to show your wallpaper anymore
Latest iOS 16.2 Beta Lets You Disable Wallpaper and Notifications for Always On Display
Latest watchOS 9.2 Beta Includes Race Route Workout Feature for Runners and Cyclists
Emergency SOS Satellite is live and you can demo it. Apple's Emergency SOS via satellite feature is now live. Here's how it works. Here's How to Share Your Location via Satellite With Find My
Freeform the app for the iPad was announced when iPadOS16 was introduced at WWDC but delayed until iPadOS16.2 beta 3 testing. Jeff and Dave did some initial testing and give our thoughts on it so far. 10 Things You Can Do With the Freeform App in iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2
Jeff’s favorite topic is HomePod :). The HomePod mini has turned 2 years old. Where do we think the future is and will the full size HomePod make a comeback? Will Apple fix the pain points many users have? HomePod Mini Turns Two as Apple Looks to Expand Lineup Next Year
Apps
Weather on the Way is the First App Providing Live Radar Via CarPlay
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
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Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose you can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Guy Serle and Jeff Gamet. iOS16.1.1 is out with security and bug fixes. Dave is on a plane this week and his experience with the AirPods Pro 2nd Gen. New women's sports network streaming. Optimizing your battery on the Apple Watch. Using the control center on iPad and iPhone with tips on customizing it to your needs. Apple may change the AirDrop setting from Everyone to Everyone for 10 mins. Plus more.
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News
Support for storing your ID in Apple Wallet finally expands to another US state
Microsoft now rolling out iCloud Photos integration with Windows 11 for users
How to recycle most any type of electronics at Apple, Best Buy, and Staples
Apple raises trade-in values for some iPhone models, lowers offers for others
Apple releases new AirPods Pro 2 firmware as users complain of audio drift issues
AirPods Pro 2 may be harder to find for the holidays as Apple loses one supplier over possible production issues
Apple Confirms Emergency SOS via Satellite Launching on iPhone Later This Month
Apple Releases Firmware Update for AirTags
Apple to Fight AirDrop Spam With New iPhone Setting Launching Widely Next Year
Streaming news Women athletes now have their own sports network
Topics
Apple Releases iOS 16.1.1 and iPadOS 16.1.1 With Bug Fixes
Beta this week. Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2
iOS 16.2 Dynamic Island keeps signal bars visible while playing music on iPhone 14 Pro
iOS 16.2 beta 2: Here's every new feature and change
Apple is planning a major home screen layout change in iOS 16.2
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 16.2 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 9.2 to Developers
Dave’s experience with the AirPods Pro 2nd Gen traveling on a plane this past week.
Battery charging is now optimized on watchOS9 on the Apple Watch. We discuss our experiences with charging. Apple Watch optimized charging available in watchOS 9
Tips
How and why to customize the iPadOS 16 Control Center and iOS
How to allow prevent explicit content and content ratings in iOS 16, iPadOS 16
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributor
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Guest
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Guy Serle and Jeff Gamet. iOS16.1.1 is out with security and bug fixes. Dave is on a plane this week and his experience with the AirPods Pro 2nd Gen. New women's sports network streaming. Optimizing your battery on the Apple Watch. Using the control center on iPad and iPhone with tips on customizing it to your needs. Apple may change the AirDrop setting from Everyone to Everyone for 10 mins. Plus more.
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News
Support for storing your ID in Apple Wallet finally expands to another US state
Microsoft now rolling out iCloud Photos integration with Windows 11 for users
How to recycle most any type of electronics at Apple, Best Buy, and Staples
Apple raises trade-in values for some iPhone models, lowers offers for others
Apple releases new AirPods Pro 2 firmware as users complain of audio drift issues
AirPods Pro 2 may be harder to find for the holidays as Apple loses one supplier over possible production issues
Apple Confirms Emergency SOS via Satellite Launching on iPhone Later This Month
Apple Releases Firmware Update for AirTags
Apple to Fight AirDrop Spam With New iPhone Setting Launching Widely Next Year
Streaming news Women athletes now have their own sports network
Topics
Apple Releases iOS 16.1.1 and iPadOS 16.1.1 With Bug Fixes
Beta this week. Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2
iOS 16.2 Dynamic Island keeps signal bars visible while playing music on iPhone 14 Pro
iOS 16.2 beta 2: Here's every new feature and change
Apple is planning a major home screen layout change in iOS 16.2
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 16.2 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 9.2 to Developers
Dave’s experience with the AirPods Pro 2nd Gen traveling on a plane this past week.
Battery charging is now optimized on watchOS9 on the Apple Watch. We discuss our experiences with charging. Apple Watch optimized charging available in watchOS 9
Tips
How and why to customize the iPadOS 16 Control Center and iOS
How to allow prevent explicit content and content ratings in iOS 16, iPadOS 16
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributor
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Guest
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Andrew Orr and Jeff Gamet. Update with Jeff he switched to Mint Mobile. There is no security for older iOS and iPadOS. HomeKit redesign and we discuss how it works from the old version. Dave reviews 2 products Fledging Spruce Charger and Techmatte Apple Pencil charger in the case. .Continuity camera and our experience using it with MacOS Ventura and the iPhone as a webcam.
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News
iPad 10 comes with USB-C 2.0 port, slowest on all iPads
PSA: Apple Sending Emails About Apple One, Apple Music, and Apple TV+ Pricing Increases
iPhone 14 Pro lead times grow following factory's COVID-19 outbreak
Pluto TV to add 6,300 classic TV episodes for free
Amazon Music joins Apple in boasting a catalog of 100 million songs
YouTube to stream Paramount+, Showtime, but no Apple TV+ or Netflix
Some Apple customers report Face ID issues with iOS 16
Topics
Beta this week. iOS and iPasOS16.2 Beta 1 continues.
iOS 16.2 Expected to Launch in Mid-December With Several New Features
iOS 16.2 set for mid-December release, iOS 16.3 in February/March
iMessage is a powerful tool that we use all the time and not just text messages. Could it be a good business communication tool?
Apple @ Work: iMessage could be a strong business communication tool if Apple expanded it to other platforms
Following up from our discussion in Episode 223, Jeff discussed the possibility of switching to Mint Mobile from AT&T and he has made a decision.
Dave has switched home internet providers. AT&T Fiber came to the neighborhood and will briefly review the experience and the fast speeds.
Security issues with iOS16.1 have some zero day exploits that Apple took care of. But it was discovered that Apple is not patching older OS’es Apple clarifies security update policy: Only the latest OSes are fully patched. We discussed this.
Continuity camera in iOS16 and MacOS Ventura. Our thoughts and uses.
How to use Continuity Camera in iOS 16 and macOS Ventura
The home app received a big redesign. We discuss how we use it and how Apple reveals how it approached redesigning the new Home app in iOS 16
Tips
2 product reviews by Dave this week.
TechMatte Charging Case Compatible with Apple Pencil 2nd Generation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09R25TMCC/
Fledging Spruce Charger - Fast Charge 140W Desktop Charger with wireless GaN charing and 100W charging ports.
https://www.amazon.com/Spruce-Charger-USB-Smartphone-Smartwatch/dp/B094DXM9VN/
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributor
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Guest
Andrew Orr is feature writer for appleinsider.com and an amateur photographer. He loves Apple products and enjoys writing and sharing all things tech. When he’s not writing about Apple, you can often find him snapping photos with his iPhone. You can find him on Twitter @andrewornot.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Andrew Orr and Jeff Gamet. Update with Jeff he switched to Mint Mobile. There is no security for older iOS and iPadOS. HomeKit redesign and we discuss how it works from the old version. Dave reviews 2 products Fledging Spruce Charger and Techmatte Apple Pencil charger in the case. .Continuity camera and our experience using it with MacOS Ventura and the iPhone as a webcam.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
iPad 10 comes with USB-C 2.0 port, slowest on all iPads
PSA: Apple Sending Emails About Apple One, Apple Music, and Apple TV+ Pricing Increases
iPhone 14 Pro lead times grow following factory's COVID-19 outbreak
Pluto TV to add 6,300 classic TV episodes for free
Amazon Music joins Apple in boasting a catalog of 100 million songs
YouTube to stream Paramount+, Showtime, but no Apple TV+ or Netflix
Some Apple customers report Face ID issues with iOS 16
Topics
Beta this week. iOS and iPasOS16.2 Beta 1 continues.
iOS 16.2 Expected to Launch in Mid-December With Several New Features
iOS 16.2 set for mid-December release, iOS 16.3 in February/March
iMessage is a powerful tool that we use all the time and not just text messages. Could it be a good business communication tool?
Apple @ Work: iMessage could be a strong business communication tool if Apple expanded it to other platforms
Following up from our discussion in Episode 223, Jeff discussed the possibility of switching to Mint Mobile from AT&T and he has made a decision.
Dave has switched home internet providers. AT&T Fiber came to the neighborhood and will briefly review the experience and the fast speeds.
Security issues with iOS16.1 have some zero day exploits that Apple took care of. But it was discovered that Apple is not patching older OS’es Apple clarifies security update policy: Only the latest OSes are fully patched. We discussed this.
Continuity camera in iOS16 and MacOS Ventura. Our thoughts and uses.
How to use Continuity Camera in iOS 16 and macOS Ventura
The home app received a big redesign. We discuss how we use it and how Apple reveals how it approached redesigning the new Home app in iOS 16
Tips
2 product reviews by Dave this week.
TechMatte Charging Case Compatible with Apple Pencil 2nd Generation https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09R25TMCC/
Fledging Spruce Charger - Fast Charge 140W Desktop Charger with wireless GaN charing and 100W charging ports.
https://www.amazon.com/Spruce-Charger-USB-Smartphone-Smartwatch/dp/B094DXM9VN/
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributor
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Guest
Andrew Orr is feature writer for appleinsider.com and an amateur photographer. He loves Apple products and enjoys writing and sharing all things tech. When he’s not writing about Apple, you can often find him snapping photos with his iPhone. You can find him on Twitter @andrewornot.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont, Jeff Gamet, and Chuck Joiner. Apple started showing ads in the App Store then gambling ads were shown on Kids apps. Apple Q4 results were great. iOS16.1 was released this week. We cover many of the notable changes. Mac Upgrade+ Best Buy is offering a program to get a Mac every 36 months. Redesigned icloud.com website in beta plus more.
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News
Amid tech industry fears, Apple reports record Q4 results 90.1B Revenue 20.7B Profit
Apple Increasing Pricing of Apple Music, Apple TV+, and Apple One CostCo has discounts on individual services.
Apple Delays Daily Cash Savings Account for Apple Card Users
Apple Updates Pages, Numbers, and Keynote With New iOS 16 and macOS Ventura Features
Apple Support App Gains New Look and Revamped Reservation System
Greg Joswiak confirms iPhone's future move to USB-C
App-related ads will be appearing in App Store’s Today tab this week Breaking Apple Pauses Gambling Ads in App Store Pages After Developers Complain [Updated]
Topics
Beta this week.iOS16.2 Beta 1 was released this week. Apple Releases First Betas of iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2 to Developers You do need to remove beta and upgrade to final version of 1OS16.1 How to install iOS and iPadOS 16.1 plus uninstall the beta
More beta news
Everything New in iPadOS and iOS 16.2 Beta 1: Freeform App, Stage Manager External Display Support, Accidental Emergency SOS Reports and More
Hands-On With the New Freeform App in iPadOS 16.2
Five iOS 16 Features Still Coming in 2022
iOS 16.2 Beta Adds New Sleep Widget to Lock Screen
Apple TV Getting New Siri Voice Recognition Feature With tvOS 16.2
For older iPhones Apple Releases iPadOS and iOS 15.7.1 With Important Security Fixes
iOS16.1, iPadOS16.1, WatchOS9.1, and tvOS16.1 all were released to the public this week. We review the new features and what to expect. iOS 16.1 Features: Everything New in iOS 16.1
Apple Releases iOS 16.1 With Support for iCloud Shared Photo Library, Matter, Live Activities and More
Here are more feature details some of these we touched on.
iOS 16.1 includes a fix for a scary zero-day iPhone security flaw
iOS 16.1 Causing Random Wi-Fi Disconnects for Some iPhone Users
Here Are All the Apps That Have Added Live Activities and Dynamic Island Support for iOS 16.1
iOS 16.1: These 34 apps are already using Live Activities and Dynamic Island
Apple Shares More Details on iOS 16.1 Clean Energy Charging Feature
Safari 16.1 Brings Support for Passkeys, Web Push, Apple Pencil Hover and More
Apple Releases watchOS 9.1 With Battery Life Improvements and Matter Integration
Apple Releases New HomePod 16.1 Software With Matter Support
Apple Releases tvOS 16.1 With Siri Improvements, iCloud Shared Photo Library, Matter and More
The iPhone Upgrade program has been around for a while. This was overdue we discuss. Best Buy's 'Upgrade+' Program Lets Customers Get a New Mac Laptop Every Three Years With Monthly Financing
Apple redesigned the icloud.com website in beta right now. Beta.icloud,com iCloud on the web gets a new widget-inspired redesign
Apps
Introducing Camo 1.9: Wi-Fi connectivity - Reincubate is this worth it vs Continuity Camera in MacOS Ventura? Belkin iPhone Mount with MagSafe for Mac Notebooks - Apple
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose you can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Mike Potter and Jeff Gamet. The new iPads are here via press release. iPad Pro with M2 Processor and 10th gen added USB-C that still uses 1st gen Pencil which needs adapter to charge. New Apple TV faster plus price reduction starting at $129 with no charging cable for remote. We discussed the rumor of MacOS on an iPad. iOS16.1 RC to release next week. Plus more news and discussion.
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News
Google Completes Rollout of iOS 16 Lock Screen Widgets With Updates to Maps and Search
iOS 16 Features an All-New iPhone Keyboard Layout Option
Apple Begins Selling Belkin Mount for Using an iPhone as a Mac's Webcam
DaVinci Resolve coming soon to iPad Pro, enhanced by the M2 chip
MacOS rumored coming to iPad? We discuss. Apple rumored to be testing macOS for M2 iPad Pro
Topics
Beta this week.
iOS 15.7.1 Release Candidate Breaking Face ID for Some iPhone Users -
iOS 16.1 Introduces New Copy-and-Paste Permission Settings on Per-App Basis
Apple Seeds iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16.1 Release Candidates to Developers
Apple Seeds tvOS 16.1 Release Candidate to Developers
Apple Seeds watchOS 9.1 Release Candidate to Developers
iOS 16.1 to Feature iCloud Shared Photo Library, Key Sharing in Wallet App, and Apple Card Savings Account
Live Activities on iOS 16.1: App Store Now Accepting Apps, Sports Scores via TV App Potentially Delayed
iOS 16.1 for iPhone Launching on Monday With These 8 New Features
iPadOS 16 is coming Monday but you'll need a very new iPad to get every feature
All the new product announcements were press releases. Did you miss the hoopla with the events they had before?
Press releases
Apple unveils completely redesigned iPad in four vibrant colors
Apple introduces next-generation iPad Pro, supercharged by the M2 chip
Apple Fitness+ available to iPhone users in 21 countries starting October 24
Big announcements this week including new iPad 10th Gen, iPad Pro M2 processor, and Apple TV with A15 processor. We discuss the changes and is it worth the upgrades.
Everything Apple Announced Today: M2 iPad Pro, Redesigned iPad, Updated Apple TV, and More
Apple's redesigned entry-level iPad has an A14 chip and USB-C charging
New iPads and Apple TV 4K: All the important details in the fine print
Compared: New iPad versus 2021 iPad
Apple TV
Apple Removes Apple TV HD From Sale on Online Store
New Apple TV is Thinner and Weighs 50% Less With Fanless Design
New Apple TV No Longer Includes Charging Cable for Siri Remote in Box
Apple Announces New tvOS 16 Features Coming Later This Year
New Apple TV (2022) release date, price & specs
Apple Announces New Apple TV 4K With A15 Bionic Chip and HDR10+ for $129
Compared: New Apple TV 4K versus 2021 Apple TV 4K
iPad
Apple Launches Magic Keyboard Folio for 10th-Gen iPad With Two-Piece Design, Kickstand, and Function Row
iPad Pro and iPad Now Include Woven USB-C Cable, Also Sold Separately
Ninth-Gen iPad Still Available for Same $329 Starting Price
M2 iPad Pro Seemingly Features Exact Same Display and Camera Hardware as 2021 Model
10th-Gen iPad Features Apple's First-Ever Landscape Camera Design on an iPad
Apple's New 2022 iPad Lineup Gives Customers More Options Than Ever
iPad 10 vs. iPad Air Buyer's Guide: Is the $150 Difference Worth It?
M2 iPad Pro Tidbits: ProRes Video Support, RAM Configurations, and More
Logitech Crayon for iPad Now Available With USB-C Port
New iPad Lacks Several Display Features of iPad Air
Apple's New iPad Lineup Causes Potential Confusion With Inconsistent Features
iPad Accessories: A Quick Compatibility Guide for the Confused
Apple Pencil Adapter for New iPad Facing Up to One-Month Shipping Delay
iPad 9 vs. iPad 10 Buyer's Guide: Is the $120 Difference Worth It?
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guest
Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Expo: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Twitter @macstockexpo and @formaceyesonly
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, and Warren Sklar. It's been 5 years since the notch was introduced on the iPhone X. We go down memory lane talking about the bezel, notch, and now Dynamic Island. Lufthansa banned then allowed AirTag on luggage. Important update iOS16.0.3 fixes CarPlay sound. Apple is closer to the banking business with a savings account for the Apple Cash Card. Tips on uninstalling VPN on an iPhone and disabling Apple suggestions and more.
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News
German Airline Lufthansa Not Banning AirTags After All
Apple Card 'Cannot Be Used' Error Forcing Users to Remove and Re-add Cards
Your Apple Card Daily Cash can soon go into a Goldman Sachs savings account
New Apple services and apps are rolling out on Windows 11 and Xbox
iPhone users on Windows 11 will soon get Mac-like iCloud Photos integration
With just two weeks left in October, will Apple hold one more event in 2022? This event might take its place? Craig Federighi and Greg Joswiak to Speak at WSJ Event During Prospective iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura Launch Week
Netflix Announces 'Basic With Ads' Plan Priced at $6.99 Per Month
YouTube TV Now Supports 5.1 Surround Sound on Apple TV
Verizon Launches New 'One Unlimited' Plan With Apple One Include
Google boosts iPhone trade-in values for Pixel 7 series
Topics
Apple Releases iOS 16.0.3 With Fixes for Notification Delays, CarPlay Microphone Levels, and More Big news this fixes the CarPlay sound issue where people can't hear you on the phone.
Apple Releases watchOS 9.0.2 With Fixes for Microphone Issues, Spotify Streaming Interruptions, and More
Beta this week.
Apple Seeds New Betas of iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16.1 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Fifth Beta of tvOS 16.1 to Developers
Five New Features Coming to Your iPhone With iOS 16.1 Later This Month
Apple Seeds Fifth Beta of watchOS 9.1 to Developers
Apple seeds watchOS 9.1 developer beta 5
iPhone 14 Plus Sales 'Lower Than Expected' Following Launch Last Week
Its been 5 years since the notch appeared on the iPhone starting with iPhone X
A Walk Down Memory Lane: Evolution of the iPhone Display Bezels and Notch
Tips
Listener Tip. If you have a VPN installed in this case Norton 360 you need to make sure you uninstall it before migrating to a new iPhone. He did not remove it and it caused the iCloud restore to stall because it kept attempting to connect to VPN and blocking the connection.
quick-access contacts in the share sheet and Removing them in Siri and Apple Suggestions,
Tap Settings / Siri & Search toggle off Show when Sharing
Apps
1Password 8 for Apple Watch Released With New Features and Complications
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guest
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 4000 members talking about all things Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Patrice Brend’amour. CarPlay woes continue; you still cannot hear someone on the iPhone call. USB-C vs Lightning debate: Will Apple ever change the iPhone? The EU says they need to. Dave tried on the Apple Watch Ultra at the Apple Store. It's awesome. iOS16 lock screen review some very cool additions. Always on mode on the iPhone does it drain the battery? Plus much more.
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News
Apple SIM No Longer Available for Activating New Cellular Data Plans on iPads
Apple Adds iPhone 6 to 'Vintage Product' List
Gmail and Google News updates add iOS 16 Lock Screen widgets
Apple Celebrates Reaching 100 Million Songs on Apple Music
Apple Releases New MagSafe Charger Firmware
Apple Executives Talk About iPhone 14 Pro's Dynamic Island in New Interview
Topics
Apple Preparing iOS 16.0.3 With More Bug Fixes Following iPhone 14 Launch There continues to be an issue with CarPlay, iOS16.0.2, and low volume on calls as the callers have difficulty hearing. We had thought iOS 16.0.2 fixed this apparently not. Dave has this issue and we discuss it. iPhone 14 Pro Users Experiencing Issue With CarPlay Phone Calls The only workaround at the moment is to use Bluetooth directly in your car outside of CarPlay.
Beta this week. iOS 16.1 beta 4 was released this week Apple Seeds New Betas of iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16.1 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 9.1 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 16.1 to Developers
The lightning vs USB-C debate continues:iPhone must use USB-C by 2024, says EU law and what is still on lightning. Apple's iPhone isn't the only Lightning device that needs to switch to USB-C
Debunking USB USB Simplifies Branding but Reintroduces Active Cables
The new report junk feature in iMessage Want to turn off Report Junk in iOS 16? What you need to know We also discuss the editing feature of iMessage.
Those new AirPods what if they are not working properly? How to reset AirPods and AirPods Pro
iPhone 14 Plus is being released this week. 5 Things to Know About the iPhone 14 Plus
We really like the Editing of Your Lock Screen.
iOS 16 Lock Screen Guide: Widgets, Customization Options and More
There is a limit. iOS 16 limits custom lock screens on iPhone to 200
People (Depth effect Home Screen)
Photos and Photo Shuffle
There are so many other customizations
Widgets You Can Add Above the Time
Multiple Lock Screens
Dave went to the Apple store this week and tried on the Apple Watch Ultra. But his visit was because he could not get the AirTag open to replace the battery it's great to have Genius Bar to assist.
Great tip on Apple Watch: Lost? How to Use Backtrack on Apple Watch to Retrace Your Steps
Always On mode for iPhone 14 debate: does it drain the battery or do you find it helpful? This is the Apple Support article we reviewed: Use Always-On display with your iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max
What we can look forward to in iOS16: 10 New iOS 16 Features Coming Later This Year
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guest
Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jeff Gamet, and Warren Sklar. Jeff and the panel discuss MVNO wireless carriers as Jeff considers moving to Mint Mobile. Dave has had his new AirPods Pro 2 and is liking them he gives his review. We review our favorite iPhone cases including Speck which Dave provides a review of their products along with other favorite iPhone cases. Jeff visited his local Apple Store and tried on the Apple Watch Ultra next to his 42mm Series 8 and boy it is big. He provides his impressions and more.
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News
Dark Sky Removed From iOS App Store Ahead of Upcoming Shutdown
Apple TV+ confirms 'Mythic Quest,' 'Little America,' 'Slow Horses,' and 'The Mosquito Coast' new seasons' release dates
iPhone 14 Max references found on Apple's website; Plus name seems a last-minute decision
iOS 16's game-changing CAPTCHA bypass is about to get even better
Apple might let you test iPhone 14 satellite connectivity
Topics
Beta this week. Apple Seeds New Betas of iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16.1 to Developers
Apple Seeds New Public Betas of iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16.1 With Stage Manager for Older iPad Pro Models
New iPadOS beta adds Stage Manager support to older iPad Pros
iPadOS 16 Beta Expands 'Zoomed Out' Display Option to Older 11-Inch iPad Pros
iOS 16.1 Beta 3 Lets You Preload In-App Content After Installint-Mg Apps So They're Ready to Go
Switching cellular carriers. Many of us in the USA use the big 3 T-Mobile, Verizon, or AT&T. What about these MVNO carriers? What is MVNO? A mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) is a reseller for wireless communications services. Notably Mint Mobile (Uses T-Mobile) and Xfinity Mobile. There are so many choices. Which one should you choose? Jeff was thinking of switching to Mint we discuss, The best MVNOs to save money with in 2022
iPhone 14 cases: did you get one and which one do we like?
Dave has had a bad experience (as a few others have) with Apple cases. He looked at 2 cases: Spiegen and Speck. What did others go with on the panel? Warren suggested Nomad and Peel case as well as the Apple cases which are not
Dave has the new AirPods Pro 2nd gen and he gives his review and is it worth buying them.
Apple Watch news stories and Jeff gives his thoughts on the Apple Watch Ultra after trying it on in the store.
Apple Watch Ultra Repairs Cost $499 Without AppleCare+
Jeff compares watches on his wrist.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 4000 members talking about all things Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Warren Sklar. 1 week with iPhone 14 Pro Max we give our first impressions. Many bugs with iPhone 14 pro and iOS 16 and we review them, Dynamic Island we reviewed the alerts and its great way to access them at the top. 48MP camera and amazing pictures. New update in iOS 16 Airpods appears in settings for easy access and more.
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News
Developers can now pay Apple to access the weather
iOS 16 Proves More Popular Than iOS 15 Was Last Year
Apple Now Says Apple Watch Series 8 and SE 2 Support Bluetooth 5.3
Topics
Beta this week. Everything New With iOS 16.1 Beta 2: Lock Screen Charging Indicator, Copy Paste Alert Fix, Battery Status Updates and More
iOS 16.1 Beta 2 Fixes GPS Issue on iPhone 14 Pro Models
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 16.1 to Developers
Apple Fitness+ Available Without Apple Watch on iOS 16.1 and tvOS 16.1
AirPods Pro 2 starting to ship on 9/23. Who has ordered them?
Apple Releases New Firmware for AirPods Pro 2 Ahead of Launch
Apple Explains Why Second-Generation AirPods Pro Ear Tips Are Incompatible With Original AirPods Pro
Apple Watch Ultra is now in the hands of many. Which watch did we get and would we consider the Ultra? We debate some of the new features and what some of the differences are with Series 8.
iPhone 14 who got one and our first impressions.
Lock Screen widgets are a big thing. Camera is amazing with 48MP. Brightness is great.
Dynamic Island explained. What we like, dislike, or otherwise. iPhone 14 Pro: What Dynamic Island Does and How to Use It
There are even games available. Pong-Style 'Hit the Island' Game Now Available for iPhone 14 Pro
iPhone 14 Pro Features Faster 5G Speeds Thanks to New Modem Chip
iPhone 14 Bugs
iOS 16.0.2 was released it didn’t fix all the bugs: Apple Releases iOS 16.0.2 With Bug Fixes for iPhone 14 Pro Camera Vibration, Copy/Paste Issue and More
Apple Executive Responds to Annoying iOS 16 Copy and Paste Prompt: 'Absolutely Not Expected Behavior'
Here are more iPhone “bugs” not fixed
Apple Says iOS 16's New Haptic Keyboard Option Might Affect Battery Life
iPhone 14 Pro Owners Complain of 'Slow' Camera App
Some iPhone 14 Owners Unable to Use AirDrop With Contacts
More iOS 16 discussions
iOS 16: How to Remove the Home Screen Search Button
Did you know: iPhone 14 Pro has a hidden toggle to enable black-and-white always-on display mode
Cool hidden update. When you connect your AirPods to your iPhone, it now appears on the settings page instead of digging for them to check settings.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 4000 members talking about all things Apple.
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Andrew Orr, Jeff Gamet, and Warren Sklar. iOS 16 is here! We discussed a few new features including the long press a subject in photos and removing a background. The Weather App with all the Dark Sky features, editing iMessages, and more. There is eSIM in the USA only on the iPhone 14. We review what Apple is saying and will it be an issue when traveling outside the US. A must install security update iOS 15.7 if you didn’t upgrade yet. Plus much more.
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News
Apple's iPhone subscription may still arrive in 2022 Andrew’s Article Compared: iPhone Upgrade Program vs. carrier installment plans
Apple Promotes Benefits of Using iPhone 14 With eSIM While Traveling Abroad Apple Support article Find wireless carriers and worldwide service providers that offer eSIM service
What to Expect From an Apple Event in October: iPad Pro, M2 Macs, and More
Apple Now Provides Release Notes for AirPods Firmware Updates
Topics
Very Important: Apple Releases iOS 15.7 and iPadOS 15.7 With Security Updates need to update on older devices that support Install iOS 15.7 and iPadOS 15.7 to protect yourself from dangerous exploits
Beta this week. iOS16 is released to the public this week. But then iOS 16.1 was released 2 days later. Apple Releases First Beta of iOS 16.1 to Developers Everything New in the iOS 16.1 Beta: Matter, Clean Energy Charging, Wallet App Changes, Live Activities API and More iPhone 14 will already be updated to 16.0.1
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 9.1 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 16.1 to Developers
iPadOS16.1 beta is still rolling on with the October release. This week Apple Seeds Second Beta of Delayed iPadOS 16.1 Update to Developers
Should you upgrade? 15.7 was released, maybe you should wait? Right now iOS 16 is an optional update.
Seems the iOS 16 adoption rate is faster than iOS 15. iOS 16 Adoption Outpaces iOS 15 Adoption in First Two Days
Other new releases
Apple Releases tvOS 16 With Expanded Game Controller Support, Cross-Device Connectivity, User Switching Improvements and More
Apple Releases New HomePod 16 Software
Apple Releases watchOS 9 With Medication Tracking, New Watch Faces, Sleep Updates, and More
What is arriving for each of us this week? iPhone and Apple Watch.
iOS 16 is here! Here are just some of the top new features including:
Apple Watch Mirroring on your iPhone. We discuss its need and accessibility.
Control Apple Watch with your iPhone
Well we knew this was going to happen. Apple-Acquired Weather App Dark Sky Reminding Users That iOS App Shutting Down on January 1 The Weather app has added most of the features in Dark Sky.
Everything New in the iOS 16 Weather App
Added options for Screenshots sharing save to quick note and copy and delete.
Photos and Camera
Everything New in the iOS 16 Photos and Camera Apps
Messages App
iOS 16 Messages Guide: Undo Send, Edit, and Other New Features
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guest
Andrew Orr is a writer for appleinsider.com and a amateur photographer. He loves Apple products and enjoys writing and sharing all things tech. When he’s not writing about Apple, you can often find him snapping photos with his iPhone. You can find him on Twitter @andrewonot.
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 4000 members talking about all things Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Kelly Guimont, Guy Serle, and Warren Sklar. Far Out! The Apple Event was this week with new iPhones, Apple Watch, and AirPods Pro. iPhone 14 Pro has new dynamic range and a new front design with Dynamic Island for better multitasking and easier access to controls and information without leaving the app you’re using in place of the notch. Apple Watch Ultra for the adventurers Apple Watch SE a bargain with new features and new AirPods Pro with find my on the case and you can charge it with charger. iOS 16 is out next week, eSIM only in all iPhone 14 just US for now. plus much more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Far out! The Apple Event was this week so we will cover what was announced and news stories this week related to the new releases.
Topics
Beta this week. iOS16 RC is released this week.
Apple Seeds iOS 16 Release Candidate to Developers
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of watchOS 9 to Developers
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of tvOS 16 to Developers
Apple Confirms iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura to Launch in October
iOS16 officially rolls out September 12th.iOS 16 to Launch on September 12, Featuring Redesigned Lock Screen, Unsend and Edit in iMessage, and More
iOS 15.7 Beta 1 was released for older devices that won’t support iOS16. iOS 15.7 beta 1 now available after iPhone 14 event
Far Out! The Apple Event was this week and we gave our reactions to the announcements.
iPhone 14
Apple Announces iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus With New Satellite Connectivity, Better Cameras, and More
iPhone 14 Pro
Apple Unveils iPhone 14 Pro With Dynamic Island, Always-On Display, 48MP Camera, and More
Here's a First Look at iPhone 14 Pro's New Dynamic Island Notch
Internet Reacts to iPhone 14 Pro's Dynamic Island: 'One of Apple's Best Designs'
iPhone 14 Models Offer an Additional Hour of Battery Life
No iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Pro Model Supports Latest WiFi 6E Standard
iPhone 14 Pro Models Thicker Than iPhone 13 Pro Series Thanks to More Advanced Cameras
iPhone Lineup 12, 13, SE2 Here's the New iPhone Lineup: iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 13 and 13 Mini, iPhone 12 and iPhone SE
Apple Continues to Sell iPhone 13 Mini at Lower $599 Starting Price
New iPhone 14 Pro Color Options: Space Black and Deep Purple
Here is Every iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro Case That Launched Today
iPhone 14 Pro Tidbits: New White Box, Brighter True Tone Flash, No mmWave Expansion, and More
Apple Removes SIM Card Tray on All iPhone 14 Models in U.S Find wireless carriers that offer eSIM service - Apple Support
iOS16 and other notable items
AppleCare+ Updated to Cover 'Unlimited Repairs'
Apple Fitness+ to Become Available to All iPhone Users Later This Fall, No Apple Watch Required
Apple Delays iCloud Shared Photo Library Feature for iOS 16
What You Need to Know About Apple's Emergency Satellite Feature for iPhone 14
https://9to5mac.com/2022/09/07/iphone-14-pre-order-steps
Apple Watch Series 8
Apple Announces Apple Watch Series 8 With New Body Temperature Sensor, Car Crash Detection, and More
Watch Bands
Here is Every New Apple Watch Band That Launched Today
Older 42-45mm Bands Compatible With 49mm Apple Watch Ultra
Apple Watch Ultra
Apple Unveils Apple Watch Ultra With Large-Screen Design for Athletes and Explorers
Apple Watch Ultra Will Get Up to 60 Hours of Battery Life With Software Update Later This Year
Apple Watch SE
Apple Announces Second-Generation Apple Watch SE With S8 Chip and Crash Detection for $249
Apple Watch Ultra: 10 New and Noteworthy Features
Discontinued Apple Watch Items
Apple Officially Discontinues Apple Watch Series 3
Apple Discontinues Apple Watch Edition
Apple Discontinues Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Dock
WatchOS9
watchOS 9 Introduces New Low Power Mode on Apple Watch Series 4 and Later
AirPods Pro 2
Apple Announces New AirPods Pro With H2 Chip for Up to 2x Noise Cancellation and More
AirPods Pro 2 Tidbits: Heavier Charging Case, Lanyards Sold Separately, and More
AirPods Pro 2 Personalized Spatial Audio and Find My Features Won't Work With iPad and Mac Until October
You'll Be Able to Charge Your New AirPods Pro Using Your Apple Watch Charger
New AirPods Pro Do Not Support Lossless Apple Music
iOS 16 will warn users when they try to pair counterfeit AirPods with their iPhone
AirPods Pro 2 Tidbits: Heavier Charging Case, Lanyards Sold Separately, and More
Other AirPods News
Apple Releases Third-Generation AirPods With Non-MagSafe Charging Case
Here's the New AirPods Lineup: AirPods 2, AirPods 3, AirPods Pro 2 and AirPods Ma
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose you can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 4000 members talking about all things Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Michael DJ Eisenberg, Patrice Brend’amour, and Ben Roethig.The Apple Event is less than 1week away what would we like to see? Does the Apple brand really make an Apple Car attractive? 26% think so. Space-X and T-Mobile to launch cellular coverage in space to reach millions of people in rural areas without any coverage. Plus more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
New online tool lets you see how far iPhone cameras have come in 15 years
The Evolution of Camera Phones, Visualized
Apple settles lawsuit with developer over App Store scam apps
Satechi Launches New USB-C Hub for M1 iPads
T-Mobile Adds Free Apple TV+ to Its Most Popular Magenta MAX Plan
Topics
Beta this week. iOS16 Beta 8 was released this week. Apple Seeds Eighth Beta of iOS 16 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Less than 1 week away from the Apple event.What do we want to see?
Apple Watch Series 8
iPhone 14
Maybe Apple TV and AirPods?
Apple One Services enhancements?
Should you upgrade your iPhone and Apple Watch? Rumors. iPhone 13 Pro vs. iPhone 14 Pro Buyer's Guide: Should You Upgrade?
Series 7 Apple Watch widely unavailable before the event.
Apple Watch Series 7 Models Widely Unavailable Ahead of Next Week's Event
Apple Watch Series 8 (2022): Everything We Know
Apple Watch Series 8 Rumored to Feature New Red Color Option, No Delays Expected
Could this be the future? T-Mobile and Starlite / Space X T‑Mobile Takes Coverage Above and Beyond With SpaceX
Does the Apple Car seem more promising now? The Apple Car is highly rated by possible buyers before it exists
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guests
Michael D.J. Eisenberg is a Washington, DC based attorney. He helps Veterans with their disability benefits appeals before the Department of Veterans Affairs, Military Members with their Medical/Physical Evaluation Boards, and Federal Employees with their Federal Employment matters. Michael has taken his 40 year love of computers into a blog helping his fellow attorneys at The Tech Savvy Lawyer.Page where he also hosts a biweekly podcast, The Tech Savvy Lawyer.Page Podcast. On his podcast, he interviews judges, attorneys and others in the legal arena where they talk about how computers, software and hardware enhance their practice of law and their services to their clients.
Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethg
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 4000 members talking about all things Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Michael DJ Eisenberg, Patrice Brend’amour, and Ben Roethig.The Apple Event is less than 1week away what would we like to see? Does the Apple brand really make an Apple Car attractive? 26% think so. Space-X and T-Mobile to launch cellular coverage in space to reach millions of people in rural areas without any coverage. Plus more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
Links to our Show
Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee
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Website: In Touch With iOS
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In Touch with iOS Magazine on Flipboard
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News
New online tool lets you see how far iPhone cameras have come in 15 years
The Evolution of Camera Phones, Visualized
Apple settles lawsuit with developer over App Store scam apps
Satechi Launches New USB-C Hub for M1 iPads
T-Mobile Adds Free Apple TV+ to Its Most Popular Magenta MAX Plan
Topics
Beta this week. iOS16 Beta 8 was released this week. Apple Seeds Eighth Beta of iOS 16 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Less than 1 week away from the Apple event.What do we want to see?
Apple Watch Series 8
iPhone 14
Maybe Apple TV and AirPods?
Apple One Services enhancements?
Should you upgrade your iPhone and Apple Watch? Rumors. iPhone 13 Pro vs. iPhone 14 Pro Buyer's Guide: Should You Upgrade?
Series 7 Apple Watch widely unavailable before the event.
Apple Watch Series 7 Models Widely Unavailable Ahead of Next Week's Event
Apple Watch Series 8 (2022): Everything We Know
Apple Watch Series 8 Rumored to Feature New Red Color Option, No Delays Expected
Could this be the future? T-Mobile and Starlite / Space X T‑Mobile Takes Coverage Above and Beyond With SpaceX
Does the Apple Car seem more promising now? The Apple Car is highly rated by possible buyers before it exists
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guests
Michael D.J. Eisenberg is a Washington, DC based attorney. He helps Veterans with their disability benefits appeals before the Department of Veterans Affairs, Military Members with their Medical/Physical Evaluation Boards, and Federal Employees with their Federal Employment matters. Michael has taken his 40 year love of computers into a blog helping his fellow attorneys at The Tech Savvy Lawyer.Page where he also hosts a biweekly podcast, The Tech Savvy Lawyer.Page Podcast. On his podcast, he interviews judges, attorneys and others in the legal arena where they talk about how computers, software and hardware enhance their practice of law and their services to their clients.
Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethg
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 4000 members talking about all things Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jeff Gamet, and Warren Sklar. Far Out Apple Event is announced September 7th. Dave does a review of what are the best streaming music services. There are so many to choose from which are either paid, free, or both. We discuss notes apps and which ones work for you. Dave recommends Apple Notes and Jeff Microsoft OneNote but there are many others to choose from. iPadOS16.1 is in beta and won’t be released until October. Top Gun Maverick is now for sale on Apple TV and other platforms. . Plus so much more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
Links to our Show
Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee Shout out to Steve D thanks for supporting the show!
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News
Apple Event Finally announced Apple Announces 'Far Out' September 7 Event Set to Feature iPhone 14, Apple Watch Series 8 and More map out dates Mark Your Calendars: iPhone 14 Launch, iOS 16 Release, and Other Important Apple Dates Coming Up - MacRumors
Apple Will Soon Send Payments for $95 Million Refurbished Device Class Action Lawsuit
Apple Seemingly Preparing for Devices With Bluetooth 5.2, Which Could Hint at AirPods Pro With LE Audio
iOS VPNs have leaked traffic for years, researcher claims [Updated]
Apple Extends Repair Program for iPhone 12 Models With Earpiece Sound Issues
Plex Asks Users to Reset Passwords Following Data Breach Last Pass issue too
Discover offering 5% cash back on Apple Pay, digital wallet purchases
Topics
Beta this week. iOS16 Beta 7 and iPadOS16.1 Apple introduces seventh iOS 16 and first iPadOS 16.1 developer betas
Apple Seeds First Beta of iPadOS 16.1, Confirms Delayed Launch
Apple Seeds Seventh Beta of watchOS 9 to Developers
Apple Seeds Seventh Beta of tvOS 16 to Developer
Apple's Built-In Wallet App Will Allegedly Be Deletable in iOS 16.1
These features won't be in the release of iOS 16 | AppleInsider
Where to watch Top Gun: Maverick
Apple Music 4.0 for Android now in beta with iOS 16 features and 'Apple Classical' mention
Part 3 of Dave's Presentation this week we talk about Music services
The top music services include:
Apple Music
Spotify
YouTube Music
Amazon Music
SiriusXM
Pandora
Some questions we asked. What Service integrates with you? You should start a free trial to see if you like it. Spotify does have a Free tier with Ads.
Most services offer pretty much the same music.
You should look at streaming services like SiriusXM For Music. You can Stream with the app or a Satellite Radio in your car.
There are Other streamers like iHeartRadio, Audacy, and Pandora offer free music (with ads)
Local Radio Stations available on Audacy, TuneIn, and iHeart. They all have great music stations
Other great fee options like Radio Paradise, Soma FM
What note apps do you use? The best secure note apps for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS to keep your thoughts private
Another app to edit text on iPhone, iPad, or Mac Tot App
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 4000 members talking about all things Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jeff Gamet, and Warren Sklar. Far Out Apple Event is announced September 7th. Dave does a review of what are the best streaming music services. There are so many to choose from which are either paid, free, or both. We discuss notes apps and which ones work for you. Dave recommends Apple Notes and Jeff Microsoft OneNote but there are many others to choose from. iPadOS16.1 is in beta and won’t be released until October. Top Gun Maverick is now for sale on Apple TV and other platforms. . Plus so much more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
Links to our Show
Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee Shout out to Steve D thanks for supporting the show!
Another way to support the show is to become a Patreon member patreon.com/intouchwithios
Website: In Touch With iOS
YouTube Channel
In Touch with iOS Magazine on Flipboard
Facebook Page
News
Apple Event Finally announced Apple Announces 'Far Out' September 7 Event Set to Feature iPhone 14, Apple Watch Series 8 and More map out dates Mark Your Calendars: iPhone 14 Launch, iOS 16 Release, and Other Important Apple Dates Coming Up - MacRumors
Apple Will Soon Send Payments for $95 Million Refurbished Device Class Action Lawsuit
Apple Seemingly Preparing for Devices With Bluetooth 5.2, Which Could Hint at AirPods Pro With LE Audio
iOS VPNs have leaked traffic for years, researcher claims [Updated]
Apple Extends Repair Program for iPhone 12 Models With Earpiece Sound Issues
Plex Asks Users to Reset Passwords Following Data Breach Last Pass issue too
Discover offering 5% cash back on Apple Pay, digital wallet purchases
Topics
Beta this week. iOS16 Beta 7 and iPadOS16.1 Apple introduces seventh iOS 16 and first iPadOS 16.1 developer betas
Apple Seeds First Beta of iPadOS 16.1, Confirms Delayed Launch
Apple Seeds Seventh Beta of watchOS 9 to Developers
Apple Seeds Seventh Beta of tvOS 16 to Developer
Apple's Built-In Wallet App Will Allegedly Be Deletable in iOS 16.1
These features won't be in the release of iOS 16 | AppleInsider
Where to watch Top Gun: Maverick
Apple Music 4.0 for Android now in beta with iOS 16 features and 'Apple Classical' mention
Part 3 of Dave's Presentation this week we talk about Music services
The top music services include:
Apple Music
Spotify
YouTube Music
Amazon Music
SiriusXM
Pandora
Some questions we asked. What Service integrates with you? You should start a free trial to see if you like it. Spotify does have a Free tier with Ads.
Most services offer pretty much the same music.
You should look at streaming services like SiriusXM For Music. You can Stream with the app or a Satellite Radio in your car.
There are Other streamers like iHeartRadio, Audacy, and Pandora offer free music (with ads)
Local Radio Stations available on Audacy, TuneIn, and iHeart. They all have great music stations
Other great fee options like Radio Paradise, Soma FM
What note apps do you use? The best secure note apps for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS to keep your thoughts private
Another app to edit text on iPhone, iPad, or Mac Tot App
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 4000 members talking about all things Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Dan Wassink and Jeff Gamet. Do we miss the headphone jack on the iPhone? We discuss it and if bluetooth headsets work for you. Must install update iOS15.6.1 has major security fixes. The AirTag is 1 year old and some need to replace the battery. We review the AirTag at 1 and how to change the battery. Dan gives us some tips on using Focus Mode and how to save PDFs on an iPad. Rumor that Apple event will be on September 7th announcing new iPhone 14 Apple Watch 9.
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News
Apple aiming for Sept. 7 to unveil iPhone 14, Apple Watch Series 8
Apple will start collecting 'Netflix tax' in September
NASA is sending an iPad around the moon to help test Alexa in space
Apple may soon bring more ads to your iPhone
Apple adds new charts to Podcasts tracking subscription shows & channels
Celebrate National Parks with Apple's latest Activity Challenge on August 27
GarageBand adds new Katy Perry, Seventeen 'Remix Sessions'
Apple Card Ranked Tops for Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for Second Year - MacRumors
Topics
Very important iOS15.6.1 must install with big security flaws fixed. Apple Releases iOS 15.6.1 and iPadOS 15.6.1 With Bug Fixes
Apple Releases watchOS 8.7.1 for Apple Watch Series 3 [Updated]
Beta this week. iOS 16 Beta 6 was released 1 week after beta 5.
iOS 16 Beta 6: New Battery Percentage Icon Still Not Enabled on Some iPhones
Apple releases sixth developer beta for tvOS 16
The AirTag was released a little over 1 year ago and you have to expect the batteries will start running out and need replacing. We talk about how far the AirTag has come and how to replace the battery. How to replace the battery in your AirTag - Apple Support
Tips
Dan has a few tips from his Dan’s Tutorials site he reviewed
Focus Mode tips
Save PDFs from Safari to the iPad
We discuss the headphone jack being removed seven years snd do we miss it.Seven years later, Apple was right to kill off the 3.5mm headphone jack
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guest
Dan Wassink @danwassink is the owner, trainer, and most everything else for Dan’s Tutorials. He has created over 2,000 lessons on how to use the Mac, iPad, iPhone, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. He also helps out a local school that is Apple based, and has worked for Apple. With over 10 years of experience in online training, he is ready to help you! Visit his YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/DansTutorials
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 4000 members talking about all things Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Mike Potter and Jeff Gamet. We discuss how important it is to make sure fall detection is turned on, it will save you. There are some gadgets that have death dates as you cannot replace batteries. Even printers, you cannot replace ink sponge unless you hack it. 1Password 8 released for iOS. This version no longer supports standalone vaults, you must have a subscription. Otherwise you keep 1Password 7. Both can be installed. iOS16 Beta 5 adds battery percentage back on the battery but not all models are supported. MOFi vinyl records are digital Jeff has thoughts and more.
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News
How a Phoenix record store owner set the audiophile world on first
HBO Max App for iOS Gaining SharePlay, Shuffle Button, Split Screen Support and More
Apple Card Customer Service Woes Responsible for Goldman Sachs Regulatory Probe
Future Apple Pencil may gain new 'Sliding' and 'Rolling' Touch Gestures Controls and more
Listen to Episode 215 where Dave interviews the developer of the Mimir Podcast app. There is a Giveaway for the person who can answer the question we asked on that episode and you send an email to feedback@intouchwithios.com with the correct answer.You receive a coupon code for 1 year free subscription to Mimir Podcast premium features.
Macstock discussion. We talked to Mike about the upcoming digital pass. Buy the digital pass here: Macstock VI Digital Pass
Topics
Beta this week. iOS16 Beta 5 is out this week
Apple Seeds Fifth Betas of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 to Developers
iOS 16 Beta 5: Battery Percentage Now Displayed in iPhone Status Bar
Everything New in iOS 16 Beta 5: Battery Percentage in Status Bar, Find My Changes and More
Apple Seeds Fifth Beta of watchOS 9 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fifth Beta of tvOS 16 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Public Betas of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16
Apple to Start Sharing What's New in AirPods Firmware Updates Via iOS 16
Apple Watch Fall detection discussion. We discuss how to make sure this is set up, and what to expect when a loved one falls and what you would see.
Manage fall detection on Apple Watch (Apple Watch SE and Apple Watch Series 4 and later only)
Use fall detection with Apple Watch
How to turn on Apple Watch fall detection in watchOS 8
1Password 8 is out for iOS and iPadOS this week. Agile Bits, the creator of 1Password confirmed that 1Password 7 will still be supported and you can have both installed. It's not an upgrade. 1Password 8 does not support local vaults so those of you that do not subscribe should not install it.
1Password 8 was released 1Password 8 for iOS and Android Released With New Design and Features
There are hidden death dates on gadgets Gadget graveyard: We found the hidden death dates on popular devices Gadget graveyard: We found the hidden death dates on popular devices
Citing Danger of “Ink Spills” Epson Programs End of Life for Some Printers
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Expo: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Twitter @macstockexpo and @formaceyesonly
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
This Special Episode of In Touch With iOS, Dave is joined by Developer and guest Grant Davis. We talk about the Mimir app, what inspired him to develop this app, getting into the Podcast Catcher space and what makes this app unique. and his background. Just released on iOS it's available on iPadOS, Mac, and in SetApp (Mac and iOS) What inspired him to 3 different plans available Free, Pro, and Premium.
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This week Dave has a special Guest this week Grant Davis developer of the Mimir podcast app for MacOS, iOS, and iPadOS. He started by finding out more about him. T
Pronounced MEMIRROR, Mimir is a great Podcast app that started on the Mac and he recently released the iOS version. Dave asked, what inspired you to create this app?
He has developed various other apps over the years notably the game Legal Legends game.
Version 1.5.0 was just released and we reviewed some of the improvements. Notably this was the first release for iOS outside of Beta. We did talk about iCloud Sync which just added this version and the challenges it has keeping synced. Dave noted how important it is to export the database file OPML that saves all your subscribed podcasts so you can restore it.
Getting Started and welcome acreena
Great curated recommendations,
Future releases will add chapters support, CarPlay, and Apple Watch.
Plans available include a Free Tier, 1 time payment for Pro, or the premium yearly subscription.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Guest
Grant Davis is a Mac,and iOS Developer and he currently is working on Mimir Podcadt app. Visit him at https://mimirpodcasts.app/ and Twitter @MimirPodcastApp
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Holden DePardo, Jeff Gamet, and Warren Sklar. Dave reviews streaming services including all the free and paid choices. How well do they work with our devices? How do you decide what's best for you? We discussed this. Dave bought the new Eero Pro 6E Mesh system and reviews the iOS app and how well it works. WiFI 7 is coming soon. We discussed this future tech and the potential move to WIFI 6E on iPhone 14. iPadOS and iOS16 Beta 4 there is an update to the files app coming and it is getting closer to Finder on the Mac. RIP Amazon Drive and more.
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News
Apple Maps Now Offers Cycling Directions Across All 50 U.S. States
First Batch of Apple Arcade Games Removed as Developer Contracts End
iPhone and Android users spend more than 4 hours per day in apps, TikTok tops usage
Apple pulled a record 439K apps in Q2, including abandonware
Apple Stores Get New Diagnostic Tool for iPhones With Unexpected Restart Issues
Revisit Apple's First Store in 3D With This Awesome New Mac App
Amazon Drive is shutting down at the end of 2023
Topics
Beta this week. iOS16 Beta 4 continues.
iOS 16 iCloud Shared Photo Library: Everything You Need to Know
iPadOS 16 may be delayed until new iPads ship
How Apple's Files app is getting better in iOS 16 & iPadOS 16
Top Streaming Services and how they fair playing on your iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. Dave has a 2nd part from his Macstock presentation about streaming apps: how you decide what the best ones are. He goes over the different services and some of the free services as well. Including:
PlutoTV
Amazon Freevee
Tubi
Crackle
Xumo
Plex
Roki Channel
Top Paid Services
Paramount Plus
Hulu
Apple TV+
Disney Plus
Netflix
Amazon Prime Video
Cable and Satellite and Streaming Live TV do you need it?
Another update to the Wi-Fi standard coming, Intel to Introduce Wi-Fi 7 in 2024 as Apple Plans Imminent Move to Wi-Fi 6E starting with iPhone 14.
Eero new Pro 6E are out with good discounts. Dave reviews the Pro 6E, his new setup, and how it works managing the network with the iOs and iPadOS app.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and provides his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guest
Holden DePardo studies computer science and is on Twitter:@holdendepardo
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and he is joined by guests Kelly Guimont and Guy Serle. We go through a recap of Macstock Guy and Dave both attended and Dave reviews the speakers including his presentation on consuming media. From Dave’s presentation, he reviews podcasts and Podcatchers and debate is Apple Podcasts a good choice? Pocketcasts and newcomer Mimir are good ones too. Do you really need a case for your iPhone? We debate this and find it strange why you would not want one. iOS16 Beta 4 was released over 3 weeks later. Apple announced their earnings, they were good. Thanks to our newest Patreon subscriber Pat! Plus more news.
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News
Apple announces $83B fiscal third quarter
Apple Settles AirPods Patent Dispute With Koss to Avoid Trial
'For All Mankind' prop fused an Apple Newton MessagePad 120 and an iPhone 12
Netflix added a button to its iPhone app that lets you subscribe from its website
Android Auto is so bad it made me switch back to the iPhone
Apple Now Has 860 Million Paid Subscribers Across Services
Topics
Beta this week. iOS16 Beta 4 was released this week.
Apple Seeds Second Public Betas of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 16 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 9 to Developers
Wait for iOS 16 Beta 4 Now the Longest Since iOS 6
Everything New in iOS 16 Beta 4 For Lock Screen, iMessage, CarPlay, and More
Edited iMessages in iOS 16 Now Display Original Text, Undo Send Limited to Two Minutes
CarPlay wallpaper options expand in iOS 16 beta 4, download images here
Apple Seeds Second HomePod Software 16 Public Beta
We recap Macstock which occurred this past week. Macstock Conference Schedule
One of the topics Dave talked about at Macstock was Podcast catchers. We review some of our favorites. We also talked about how podcasts have evolved.
Apple Podcasts Mac and iOS
Pocketcasts
Overcast
Downcast Mac and iOS
Mimir (iOS Beta) and Mac
Spotify, Audacy, Stitcher, SiriusXM, iHeart also have podcasts.
Do you really need a case for your iPhone? Apple politely explains why iPhone cases are a waste of money we debate this.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose you can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner, and Jeff Gamet. Using your iPhone as a webcam? There is a great solution called Plexicam that mounts it and puts it at eye level on your screen Dave demonstrates it and the panel gives their review. Check the YouTube channel for a short video of this. Apple Watch do you need one with cellular? We discuss this and you would be surprised what we came up with.
Apple TV is still one of the best stream devices out there. We discuss the history and we use them. Very important update iOS15.6 includes 39 security patches. This is a must install. 3 apps are reviewed: Flighty, Rev Call Recorder, and Catalist: Movies, books and more.
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News
New App Store Section Reveals 15 Games Leaving Apple Arcade Soon
Netflix's ad-supported plan won't have full catalog available
Apple One Bundle: Subscription services can power Apple back to $3 trillion and beyond – Morgan Stanley
T‑Mobile and Apple team up to make IT easy for small businesses
Another good story. Apple Watch helps diagnose deadly tumor, saves Maine woman's life
Topics
iOS15.6 was released yesterday. This is a must update with 39 security fixes. Apple Releases iOS 15.6 With New Live Sports Features, Storage Bug Fix and More
iPadOS 15.6 Fixes iPad Mini 6 Charging Issue - MacRumors
About the security content of iOS 15.6 and iPadOS 15.6 - Apple Support
Apple Releases watchOS 8.7 With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements
The Apple Watch Series 3 probably just got its last update
Apple Releases HomePod 15.6 Software With Siri Voice Recognition in Additional Languages
Apple Removes AirTag Battery Level Indicator From the Find My App
Beta this week. iOS16 Developer Beta 3 conitines and Public Beta 1 as well.
Everything New With Siri and Dictation in iOS 16
Apple announced this week tha Apple TV HD model from 2015 is now vintage. It does have some great features and we wanted to discuss the latest models, its future, and some tips on how to use it. We also review how easy it is to set one up and sync with other ones on your account and network as well as discuss Apple TV device history.
Identify your Apple TV model
Apple TV User Guide
Apple TV Support
Apple Releases tvOS 15.6 for Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K With Performance Improvements
Is it worth buying the Cellular Apple Watch? Should you buy a cellular Apple Watch, and is service worth the cost? We review different scenarios. It was a great conversation.
Dave, Jeff and Chuck all use Plexicam which is a wonderful clear plexi webcam holder that mounts on your laptop or monitor. Dave demonstrates 2 models: the Plexicam mini with Light kit and Plexicam Pro+. It also has a phone holder which Dave uses with the podcast as a webcam. It really does a great job keeping you eye level on the screen and still see through. There is a companion YouTube short on this segment on our YouTube channel.
PlexiCam Road Warrior Mini
PlexiCam Pro+
Dave showed the first gen Lume Cube light mounted on the Plexicam Pro+ this is the new 2nd gen model. Lume Cube 2.0 Waterproof LED
Camo Studio is the great software from Reincubate that lets you use your iPhone as a Webcam.
Apps
Flighty - Your Flights Tracker on the App Store
Rev Call Recorder on the App Store
Catalist: Movies, books, more on the App Store
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Andrew Orr, Jeff Gamet, and Warren Sklar. There are routers that work well with the iPhone. Andrew gives us his insights on these network devices. Ted Lasso has 20 Emmy nominations. There are still 2 betas iOS 15.6 RC and iOS16 Beta 3. There are some great hidden features on iOS16 we review. More great security added soon in lockdown mode. A few tips like how to AirPlay your iPhone to your Mac on MacOS Monterey. Macstock Vi is next week and more.
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News
Severance, Ted Lasso and More Nominated for 2022 Emmy Awards
Apple the 'most likely winner' of $3 billion NFL deal, UEFA Champions League could be next
YouTube rolls out Picture-in-Picture feature for iPhone and iPad but there is a caveat.
Apple has reportedly cut all ties with design legend Jony Ive
Despite a downturn in global smartphone sales, the iPhone 13 continues to sell well
Topics
Beta this week. Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of iOS 15.6 and iPadOS 15.6 to Developers and Public Beta Testers
Apple revises an re-releases third iOS 16, iPadOS 16, macOS Ventura betas
Apple Seeds First Public Betas of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16
Apple Seeds First HomePod Software 16 Public Beta for HomePod Mini
Quite a few cool features to look forward to. iOS 16 Hidden Features You Might Not Know About
Big news on security with iOS16. Why Lockdown mode from Apple is one of the coolest security ideas ever
Here's why your iPhone is missing some iOS 16 beta features
iOS 16 Cheat Sheet: Complete Guide for 2022
Some iOS 16 features require an iPhone XS or newer; here they are
Everything New in Safari in iOS 16: Shared Tab Groups, Extension Syncing, Web Push Notifications and More
This is so cool! coming in iOS16 and WatchOS9 you will be able to mirror and record your watch on the iPhone. Hands on: How to mirror your Apple Watch to iPhone in iOS 16 | AppleInsider
Review some of the Apple deals you missed on Amazon Prime Day Amazon Prime Day Deals Round 2: last call for epic price cuts on Apple products
Andrew wrote this: These are the best routers for iPhone, iPad, and Mac owners We talk about routers and homekit devices.
The weather app is finally native on the iPad but there are many other great alternatives. iPad finally has a Weather app, but there are better options
Tips
How to switch Apple Watch apps to List View in watchOS
How to AirPlay from iPhone to Mac with macOS Monterey and iOS 15
How to change where new apps get downloaded on your iPhone
8 ways to get help from Apple Support using Shortcuts
Macstock is one week away. Dave was on the Road to Macstock with Chuck Joiner. MacVoices #22144: Road to Macstock - David Ginsburg we talk about the latest on the event.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
About our Guest
Andrew Orr is a writer for appleinsider.com and a amateur photographer. He loves Apple products and enjoys writing and sharing all things tech. When he’s not writing about Apple, you can often find him snapping photos with his iPhone. You can find him on Twitter @andrewonot.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont.The iPhone is 15 years old June 29, 2007. We discuss all the iPhone models and evolution over the years. Spoiler: Dave had most of them. Subscriptions were always hard to manage and Apple made some nice changes to the interface to make it easier to see and cancel. Google really has a case for why we should switch to Android. Um no. Macstock Expo is 3 weeks away, and more.
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News
Apple Offering Apple Card Owners 4% Daily Cash Back at Select Stores in July
Brazil Latest Country to Consider Forcing Apple to Adopt USB-C for iPhones
iPads Will Work as Home Hubs in iOS 16, But Won't Support New Home Architecture
Apple Reportedly Bid on NFL Sunday Ticket 'Weeks Ago' and Still Awaiting Answer
Apple TV+ sees major gains in customer satisfaction & retention
Comcast launches Xfinity Stream app on Apple TV 4K, Apple TV HD
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 15.6 Beta 4 was released this week. Apple must be finishing this soon as they will need to focus on iOS 16. Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 15.6 and iPadOS 15.6 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
iOS 16 Beta 2 continues this week but we find more things to review.
iOS 16 Lock Screen Guide: Widgets, Customization Options and More
CarPlay's forthcoming fuel app will let drivers buy gas from the car in iOS 16
iPhone is 15 years old June 29, 2007. We talk about our first iPhone, its revolution, future and more. 15 Years Ago Today, the iPhone Went On Sale and Apple Executive Says Samsung Copied the iPhone and Simply 'Put a Bigger Screen Around It GRID is a really cool site that creates a frame with an old iPhone that you can hang on your wall. https://9to5mac.com/2022/06/29/iphone-evolution-grid-frames-gallery/ Grid website. GRID Apple - Grid Studio
Google makes its case for iPhone users to switch to Android Really? Would we ever even consider this? There is a top 10 list of reasons Google thinks you should and we review this.
Subscriptions are always tough to manage on your iOS device. Apple has made some changes with this and we review this and subscriptions. Apple Updates Subscriptions Interface on iPhone
Tips
A little known tip on how to disable Face ID and Touch ID to keep your iPhone secure and use the passcode. How to quickly disable Face ID
Macstock VI is 3 weeks away both Dave and will be speaking in Woodstock, IL outside of Chicago come join us! https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
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Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose you can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Andrew Orr, Jeff Gamet and Warren Sklar. We discuss some of the great articles Andrew wrote including the 6 iOS16 you won’t see in the fall, Apple might eliminate Captcha with private access tokens, and more. iOS 16 beta 2 was released with many more new features including screenshots that can be added to a Quick note.New Apple Watch app called WatchTube where you can watch videos on the Watch. Plus much more.
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News
Nintendo to end Switch Online app support for older iPhones and iPads
Volkswagen CEO questions Apple Car future as Polestar ships OTA CarPlay and promises next-gen adoption
Andrew wrote: When Apple announced the new CarPlay that would fill the entire dash in a car you wonder what automakers would partner with Apple. Apple's 2023 CarPlay is an Apple Car preview - and is scaring Detroit
iWork update brings new features to Pages, Numbers, and Keynote with version 12.1
Man recovers iPhone lost at the bottom of a river for 10 months
Swimmer stuck in frigid Columbia River uses Apple Watch to call for help
T-Mobile: Being sued by AT&T, Verizon customers for increased prices
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 15.6 Beta 3 and iOS 16 Beta 2 are both running. 15.6 should be released soon. Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 to Developers
Some new features added to iOS 16
iOS 16 Beta 2 Tidbits: New Wallpaper Colors, Backup Over LTE, SMS Filtering and More
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 9 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 16 to Developers
Apple Watch Series 4 and 5 Will Recalibrate Maximum Battery Capacity With watchOS 9
Apple Confirms iPad Will No Longer Be Supported as a Home Hub in iOS 16
iOS 16 and macOS Ventura Add Support for Verified Brand Logos in Mail App
Apple's Junk Message Reporting Now Covers SMS for Select US Carriers in iOS 16
iOS 16 Beta 2 Adds Support for Backing Up Over LTE
iOS 16 beta 2 now resends edited messages to users running previous versions of iOS
Andrew had some great articles over at AppleInsider these past few weeks we thought we would discuss these topics.
You had to know that there will be some features that were announced for iOS 16 that would not be ready. Six features that users won't see in iOS 16.0 this fall
Many apps were running on the web instead of a standalone app. Apple's relationship with web apps will improve in 2023
We all do not like those captchas you need to type in to get past security on a web site. Apple could kill this with access tokens. How Apple could kill CAPTCHAs with Private Access Tokens
Apps
Jeff recommends this app. Linea Sketch on the App Store
A new app just for the Apple Watch where you can watch YouTube videos, Watch YouTube videos on your Apple Watch with WatchTube
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
About our Guest
Andrew Orr is a writer for appleinsider.com and an amateur photographer. He loves Apple products and enjoys writing and sharing all things tech. When he’s not writing about Apple, you can often find him snapping photos with his iPhone. You can find him on Twitter @andrewonot.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by guest Guy Serle. Stage Manager is a great new feature for multitasking on the iPad in iPadOS 16 it won’t work on any iPad below M1 processor so 2 year old iPads will not get full experience and many are unhappy. The EU wants to force USB-C on all mobile devices and Apple may need to retire the lightning connector which is over 10 years old. tvOS actually has some new features which Apple rarely offers. Sherlocked apps are a thing and Reincubate makers of Camo Studio using iPhone as webcam add some great new features with overlays and lower thirds. Plus much more.
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News
Apple TV to Be Exclusive Home of Major League Soccer Starting in 2023
Apple Music and Apple Arcade to Earn $8.2 Billion Annual Revenue by 2025, Says JP Morgan Analyst
Apple opens registration for professional learning virtual conferences with iPad
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 15.6 Beta 3 was released. Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 15.6 and iPadOS 15.6 to Developers
We are on week 2 of Beta iOS 16 for developers. Also HomePod Software 16 will be available to public beta users for the first time there are some new features in iOS 16 that I was pleasantly surprised to find. When you type a temperature in Celsius it will automatically bring up a conversion to fahrenheit and kelvin. This was in the messages app it should apply to other apps. Same applies to time zones type in a time with a time zone in messages it will give you the local time for the recipient.
We talk about more WWDC 22 announcements and items that were not reviewed during the event and other topics this week.
Stage Manager controversy won’t go away: A lot of people with slightly older, non-M1 iPad are NOT happy that Stage Manager is limited to M1 iPads. Apple claims that older models (non M1 iPads) won’t be able to offer the “Full Experience” for a variety of reasons like faster internal storage and more RAM. Some fire back,“ then make it less capable for older iPads” which is not something Apple is likely to do.
With this we are starting to see cracks in the Intel/M-Series Processor divide with some features now pretty much M-series only, leaving still quite capable Macs in the rear view mirror. Live Captions in FaceTime, Sidecar with Reference mode only for M-series Macs and M1 iPads, and Emoji Support in Dictation Mode
Stage Manager controversy won't go away, and Apple can still fix it
iPadOS 16 code confirms Apple has internal mode to enable Stage Manager on older iPads
The European Union will be mandating that all devices must have USB-C as their connector. Our friend Andrew Orr did a piece on Lightning versus USB-C: Pros and cons for the iPhone
Sherlocked apps will they recover? Dave reached out to Reincubate the makers of Camo Studio and the current iOS app was crashing on iOS 16. Happy to report that Camo now with version 1.6.6 fixes some bugs but best of all it doesn’t crash on iOS 16 anymore. But then they have a plan to stay relevant as do other apps. https://9to5mac.com/2022/06/16/sherlocked-apps/
Apple as always never mentioned any updates to tvOS but this go around with tvOS 16 there were some notable updates. What's New in tvOS 16 for Apple TV: Features and Enhancements
CarPlay did have great updates we of course will not see full screen access in cars for a while. We review some of the features available in beta now and more. iOS 16 CarPlay: New apps, Messages and Podcasts improved
Webex Move to Mobile announced for CarPlay
Why hasn't Apple TV provided camera support with iPhone? Would be a good idea.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guest
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
About our Co-Host
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jeff Gamet and guest Patrice Brend’Amour. We do a recap of what we thought were some of the best new features of iOS, iPadOS, WatchOS and more Passkeys are a way to eliminate the need for passwords. We review this new Apple feature and if it keeps your account secure. Apple Pay Later is a new way to pay for Apple products in 4 payments without a credit card. We discuss its benefits and is Apple looking to become a bank. Plus much more.
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News
WWDC is the news of the week and will move to topics.
Topics
iOS 15.6 beta 2 is still out anticipate that it will be released next week.
WWDC 2022 coverage. iOS16, iPadOS16, WatchOS 9, tvOS16 are released to developers.
Apple Links to all OS previews
iOS 16 Preview - Apple
iPadOS 16 Preview - Apple
macOS Ventura Preview - Apple
watchOS 9 Preview - Apple
We discuss all the notable features and some things that were not mentioned in the Keynote.
Devices that are compatible with iOS16 and all others. What hardware you need to run iOS 16, iPadOS 16, watchOS 9, macOS Ventura, and tvOS 16
notable new features
iOS16
Lock Screen including live activities along with thene widgets
iCloud Photo Sharing
Messages with ability to edit, delete, mark as read, and Shareplay
Personalized Spacial Audio
Continuity Camera uses your iPhone as a wireless Webcam on your Mac using MacOS Ventura It does work with Wired too.
Safety Check - great new security settings removing access to others.
Landscape Face ID on iPhone
Quick Notes
Reminders update
iPadOS16
Weather App. Weather Kit for developers.
New collaboration features added
Improved Multitasking using Stage Manager needs M1 right now.
Safari new features / changes
WatchOS 9
Health App improvements improved metrics. Sleep stages and AFib history
Both of these new features will work on the iPhone alone or in combination.
New Medication app.
Fitness App now works on the iPhone only for those without an Apple Watch.
Passkeys is a new feature that will allow you not to use a password but instead a key.
Apple Pay Later
A new payment system that is not a credit card.
New generation of CarPlay
Adds widgets, more personalization. And Multi Screens for those vehicles that support.
Home App Redesign
Bonus discussion: Linux or Mac Virtualization with Rosetta and Intel apps.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guest
Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
Our Regular Contributor
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by Jeff Gamet and guest Kelly Guimont. WWDC22 is here we give our predictions including some possible changes to enterprise support. Apple was sneaky and inserted ads on the radio and playlists in Apple Music and that's not right. Tesla may add support with Airplay to stream from your iPhone. There might be a new HomePod. Google TV now has an iOS app replacing the Play and Movies app with TV control and more.
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News
Global Smartphone Shipments to Decline 3.5% in 2022, Apple to Be Least Impacted
App Store Stopped 1.6 Million 'Risky' and 'Untrustworthy' Apps From Defrauding Users, Says Apple
YouTube on TVs Now Supports iPhone Syncing for Easier Access to Commenting, Liking and More
Apple Memo Says Original iPad Pro and Strangely the 'Apple TV HD' Will Become Vintage Products Next Month
Google TV app is now available on iOS, replaces Play Movies & TV You can control your Android TV device now.
Tesla is considering adopting Apple's AirPlay to improve audio quality
Apple's HomePod to Finally Return This Year
Topics
Beta this week. iOS15.6 Beta 2 was released this week Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 15.6 and iPadOS 15.6 to Developers
iOS 15.6 fixes bug that puts Apple Music in the Dock
It was discovered that Apple is injecting its own ads in Apple Music and we have thoughts. Apple Music has betrayed its most loyal listeners
Apple should not be injecting ads in its Apple Music playlists
WWDC 2022 our predictions
WWDC 2022: June 6–10, Free Online Event
Apple Shares 'Beyond WWDC' Page Highlighting Community Events, WWDC Hashflag Now Live on Twitter
Apple Announces Apple Design Awards Finalists Ahead of WWDC 2022 - MacRumors
Apple Developer App Updated Ahead of WWDC 2022
Apple Shares WWDC 2022 Schedule, Keynote to Take Place June 6 at 10:00 am PT
Apple opens applications for WWDC 'Digital Lounges'
Six Apple apps in need of a makeover in iOS 16 | Macworld
Predictions
Jeff: Add to enterprise management updates.
Kelly: More about enterprise
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose you can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
About our Co-Host
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jeff Gamet and guest Kelly Guimont. We all have HomePod upgrading woes to 15.5.1. Tons of great tips for Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, HomePod, and AppleTV. You can now add an Apple Account card to the wallet but not if you have 2 Apple ID’s. Our frequent guest Andrew Orr has a new gig with AppleInsider. We discuss his first story about an AirPort comeback and more.
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News
Live-Action 'Speed Racer' Series Coming to Apple TV+
Apple sets new deadline for in-app account deletion requirement
Apple Music now available as built-in audio player on Waze
Apple Releases tvOS 15.5.1 for Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K
Used iPods Likely Not Worth Keeping as Collectors' Items Despite Uptick in Value After Discontinuation, Data Shows
Apple Announces 2022 Pride Edition Watch Bands and Watch Face
Google Maps' Historical Street View Imagery Now Available on iOS
Wallet App Now Supports Apple Account Cards on iOS 15.5 but doesn't work if you have 2 Apple IDs. We review our experience with this.
Our friend and frequent guest Andrew Orr is now writing for AppleInsider and we want to congrat him on his new gig this week. Why not discuss his first article. iCloud Time Machine for Mac & new AirPort routers pop out of rumor mill - but hurdles abound
Topics
Beta this week. 15.6 Beta 1 continues,
HomePod updates: there always seem to be issues ith HomePod working properly we review our experiences Apple Releases HomePod Software 15.5.1 With Fix for Bug That Could Cause Music to Stop Playing we also talk about the rumors of a return of the HomePod.
How the HomePod can be Apple's new iPod: Fun, popular, and simple
Tips
We have a tips session and provide tips for Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, HomePod, and Apple TV.
Apple Watch
Manage notifications
open up the Apple Watch app on iPhone and scroll down to the Notifications section from within My Watch. Goto the list of apps that are currently installed on your Apple Watch. Use the toggles provided to allow or disallow certain apps sending you notifications. You will want to repeat this process when you begin downloading third-party apps. Delivery quietly is another opton.
Power and Reboot
The power button on the Apple Watch sits below the Digital Crown. Hold it in for three seconds until the Apple logo appears, signifying that the Apple Watch is turning on. The home screen will now appear.
Hard Reboot. Sometimes your watch can not just run right, An alternate to reboot is a hard reboot, Press and hold the Digital Crown and side button together until you see the Apple Logo,
FindMy on Watch
iPhone
Customize spotlight search settings > Siri/Search Refine Notifcations so the are set for you.
Brittany Smith's video on notifications: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50SOriIy9dU
Using PIP and how you can turn it off. Settings > General > Picture and Picture.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Regular Contributor
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
About Our Guest
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose you can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
Kelly mentions these
http://loud-fast-keep-going.cast.rocks/
Find her on Glass https://glass.photo/
Oreo Ritz https://www.oreo.com/ritz
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren. They are joined by guest Andrew Orr and Jeff Gamet. Apple is letting developers increase subscription fees without giving notice. We review the new iOS15.5 features this is a must update with many security fixes. We discuss alternatives to the iPod Touch and surprise it's an iPhone. What are the best carriers for your iPhone? We review whats best for you and if those MVNO carriers are better and provide good service.
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News
Apple Now Letting Developers Automatically Charge for Some Subscription Price Increases
Apple Now Offering Refurbished 2020 iPad Air 4 Models
Amazon Freevee Service Now Available on Apple TV
New iPhone Tap to Pay feature already in use at Apple Park Visitor Center
Apple Releases Swift Playgrounds 4.1 for iPad and Mac
Apple announced Apple Music Live: Apple Music streaming Harry Styles concert live
iPhone made up over half of smartphone shipments in North America during Q1
Apple launches new training & certification program for iPhone, iPad, Mac
Apple promises changes in Final Cut Pro after video editor complaints
Topics
Beta this week. iOS15.6 Beta 1 was released just 2 days after 15.5 was released to the public.
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 15.6 and iPadOS 15.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds New tvOS 15.6, watchOS 8.7, and HomePod 15.6 Betas
iOS15.5 has been released. We discuss the changes.iOS 15.5 Features: Everything New in iOS 15.5
But first Apple provides details on the many security updates with iOS15.5. We review this and how important it is to upgrade. About the security content of iOS 15.5 and iPadOS 15.5
Apple Releases iOS 15.5 and iPadOS 15.5 With Wallet and Podcast Updates
Apple Releases watchOS 8.6 With ECG Support in Mexico
Apple Releases HomePod Software 15.5
Apple Releases tvOS 15.5 for Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K
Apple Podcasts to Gain Downloaded Episode Controls, Annual Subscription Plans, and Hosting Partnerships
Apple Podcasts launching 'Delegated Delivery' service with third-party hosting integration - 9to5Mac
There are many carriers to choose for your iPhone. We discuss our experiences and whats the best. Best phone carriers: Verizon vs T-Mobile vs AT&T and more affordable iPhone plan alternatives
Now that the iPod Touch is dead should you buy one on the aftermarket? The iPod touch is dead: here’s what you should buy instead
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guest
Andrew Orr is a freelance writer and amateur photographer. He loves Apple products and enjoys writing and sharing all things tech. When he’s not writing about Apple, you can often find him snapping photos with his iPhone. You can find him on Twitter @andrewonot.
Our Regular Contributor
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Co-Host
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they were joined by regular contributor Jeff Gamet and guest Guy Serle. The iPod Touch has been discontinued and an end of an era. What was your favorite iPod? A few weeks away from the next iOS and what devices could be supported in iOS16 and iPadOS16? Fortnite is back on iOS well thanks to Microsoft and Xbox using Safari. iOS15.5 Beta RC the release is close to final.
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News
Apple's Internal Data Shows Many iOS 15 Users Turn Off Personalized Ads With Minimal Impact on App Store Search Ads
Illinois Facebook Users: Your Checks From a $650M Settlement Are in the Mail, Starting This Month. Here's What to Know
Apple's Merger of 'iCloud Documents and Data' Into iCloud Drive Now Complete
Some Apple TV Users Complain of Dolby Atmos Audio Issues
Apple CarPlay currently absent in BMW cars
Dolby Atmos coming to podcasts with Wondery as first supported platform
AT&T becomes first US carrier to support 911 location-based routing
Apple boosts trade-in credit until May 31 - a week after it cut them
Fortnite is back on iOS… without the App Store
Topics
Beta this week. iOS15.5 Beta Release Candidate is out this week.
Apple Seeds iOS 15.5 and iPadOS 15.5 Release Candidates to Developers
Apple Seeds watchOS 8.6 Release Candidate to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Fifth Beta of tvOS 15.5 Release Candidate to Developers
Rumor: Which Devices Will iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 Support?
Universal Control No Longer in Beta in macOS Monterey 12.4 and iPadOS 15.5
iPod Touch was discontinued this week. We look back at the 20 years of iPod and where the future is for music players. Apple discontinues iPod touch, ending 20 year run of iconic 'iPod' brand and they already sold out after supplies last, iPod Touch Already 'Sold Out' in Some Configurations After Being Discontinued The End of an Era: What Was Your Favorite iPod? - MacRumors
Book recommendation from Guy Serle: Through The Ages by Sarah Allder
Through The Ages Paperback – May 5, 2022
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributor
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Guest
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
About our Co-Host
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jeff Gamet and guest Chuck Joiner. Jeff has troubles with sidecar on MacOS using his iPad. We discuss this and Universal Control. An Apple patent was discovered for a new hinged keyboard for iPad that might show the iPad running MacOS. Apple delists old Apps in the App Store not updated in 3 years. Plus tips including how to stream a screen recording to apps like TikTok, Discord, and others. Plus many more tips for your iPhone and iPad.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Shares Star Wars Day 'Behind the Mac' Film
Update: AirTag firmware update enhances unwanted tracking alert
AT&T Raising Prices on Legacy Plans to Encourage Customers to Upgrade to New Plans
Camo app now lets you use iPhone as your Mac webcam with FaceTime, Safari, and QuickTime
Apple sends iPad Air 2 and iPad mini 2 to vintage products list
Apple Watch Series 7 now available from Apple Refurbished Store
Apple Lowers Trade-In Values for Macs, iPads, and Apple Watches
Topics
Beta this week iOS15.5 Beta 4 has been released.
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 15.5 and iPadOS 15.5 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 8.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 15.5 to Developers
Apple filed a patent Could MacOS run on an iPad? We had quite the debate. Apple wins a Patent for a next-gen hinged keyboard iPad accessory with multiple modes that could possibly double as a Hybrid Device
Apple Bringing macOS To iPads
Is the App Store overloaded with outdated apps? Apple has begun delisting apps that have not been updated in over 2 years. Is that fair to developers who keep apps going that long?
Apple shares criteria for removing 'abandoned' software from App Store, extending response window
Apple will delist App Store apps that haven't been updated recently
Jeff was having issues with sidecar on MacOS and his iPad. It's really unstable. We discuss its use and what Apple can do better. Maybe universal control will replace it?
How to find the hidden Apple Music sleep timer on iPhone and iPad
Stream Recordings happen by using the button in Control Center, you can then pick an app into which your recording will be saved, to Photos, or direct broadcast to other apps you may have installed like Twitch, Discord, and TikTok.
More tips we review.
Share your Wifi Password
End a call with Airplane mode
Flashlight brightness button
Setting Lossless mode
a better quality audio by going to Settings>Music>Audio Quality and then turn on the ‘Lossless Audio’ option. You will then be able to select this for your Wi-Fi Streaming and Downloads.
Tap and hold buttons for menus
Jeff shares some Flashlight tips.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Regular Contributor
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet/ Also catch him on nis podcast with Bryan Chaffin The Context Machine.
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by Tech Savvy lawyer Michael D.J. Eisenberg and Jeff Gamet. Why can’t we record iPhone calls? We discuss the legal angle of this as its quite easy to record these calls but really should you. iOS15.5 beta 3 released and has a new feature called sensitive locations that block photos app memories from popping up and Apple started with blocking holocaust related topics. Apple released its self service repair program starting with the iPhone. Is it worth repairing? There are some catches. We debate the EU potentially forcing USB-C in all iPhones and iPads and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
EU Moves One Step Closer to Mandating Apple to Switch iPhone, iPad, and AirPods to USB-C
Apple Releases Firmware Update for AirTags
Worldwide App Store Downloads Reached 8.6 Billion in Q1 2022
Three new Apple Podcasts Collections launched, covering true crime, vital perspectives, and pop culture
New Apple Card promotion offers $75 Daily Cash bonus for new referrals
More problems reported with Apple Music and App Store services Dave was having issues with his Sonos Move and playing music causing it not top play although it connected.
Topics
Apple announced 2022 Q2 results and it was another record quarter. We give our insights and quick review of the numbers, Apple Q2 2022 results: A record $97 billion quarter – Six Colors
Beta this week. iOS15.5 beta 3 was released this week. A few changes.
Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 15.5 and iPadOS 15.5 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 8.6 to Developers
iOS 15.5 beta blocks 'Sensitive Locations' for Memories in Photos app
Recording calls on your iPhone. Michael DJ gives us his legal views on this. Why we can't record mobile phone calls — and why we should be able to
Right to Repair. Apple announced earlier this year that they will offer parts and repair tools to fix your gear. This week Apple released the repair program to all but there are some catches we discuss. Apple's Self Service Repair now available Press Release.
Apple Launches Self Service Repair Program for iPhone
Here's the Massive Kit Apple Will Send to Your House So You Can Fix Your iPhone
iFixit Says Apple's Self Service Repair Program is Great Step, But Has a Catch
Right to Repair Advocate on Apple's Program: 'Still Too Many Hoops to Jump Through' to Fix iPhones
How to Download Apple's Self Service Repair Manuals for iPhone 12, iPhone 13 and iPhone SE Models
Apple's Self Repair Program vs. Genius Bar: What it costs to fix an iPhone 13
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About Our Regular Panelist
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Guest
Michael D.J. Eisenberg is a Washington, DC based attorney. He helps Veterans with their disability benefits appeals before the Department of Veterans Affairs, Military Members with their Medical/Physical Evaluation Boards, and Federal Employees with their Federal Employment matters. Michael has taken his 40 year love of computers into a blog helping his fellow attorneys at The Tech Savvy Lawyer.Page where he also hosts a biweekly podcast, The Tech Savvy Lawyer.Page Podcast. On his podcast, he interviews judges, attorneys and others in the legal arena where they talk about how computers, software and hardware enhance their practice of law and their services to their clients.
About our Co-Host
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by Jeff Gamet and guest Kelly Guimont. 200 episodes! We celebrate buy reviewing what notable releases happened over the last 2 years. The HomePod was discontinued over 1 year ago and its appreciating in value. Netflix loses 200,000 subscribers and blame password sharing. Let the streaming wars continue. Apple could release an all in one HomePod, Apple TV, screen, and Facetime camera. Plus more.
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News
HomePod Appreciating in Value Following Discontinuation
Apple Releases New Firmware for MagSafe Battery Pack
Apple May Have Already Inked Deal for NFL Sunday Ticket
Kelly was on The Addition with Charlotte Henry about Sports on Apple TV+ https://theaddition.net/podcast/apple-tv-takes-a-swing-at-live-sport/
Apple Maps Cycling Directions Now Available in Chicago, Detroit, and More US Cities
AirPods looted by Russians giving away their location via Find My
Brave, DuckDuckGo updates target Google AMP sites in privacy push
Topics
200th episode celebration. What were notable releases and news with Apple and iOS when we discussed it during the last 100 episodes?
- iOS and iPadOS 13, 14, 15 releases
- iPhone 12 iPhone 13
- New iPads
- New Apple Watch
- AirTag
- Apple One Bundle
- M1 Processors on iPad
- Apple Original streaming content
And more we might come up with. I am grateful to all the friends from the Apple Community who have been on the show in the past including Kelly and Jeff who are great regulars and my thanks to Warren for continued support as Co-Host.
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Beta this week. iOS15.5 Beta 2 was released this week we review whats new. . Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 15.5 and iPadOS 15.5 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 8.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 15.5 to Developers
Could Apple release a combined HomePod with Apple TV and Facetime camera/ We discuss the possibilities and the current players. Gurman: Apple Still Working on Combined HomePod and Apple TV With FaceTime Camera, Could Apple's rumored HomePod actually be a tiny Studio Display?
The streaming wars continue and Netflix Loses Subscribers for the First Time in 10 Years, Blames Account Sharing Netflix might stop the practice of family sharing of passwords or maybe ad based tier. Meanwhile CNN+ died in one month. RIP CNN+, March 2022-April 2022 | Ars Technica
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose you can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
About our Co-Host
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jeff Gamet and guest Andrew Orr, Apple released iMovie 3.0 and added 2 amazing new features Magic Movie and Storyboards but not on the Mac. Could iOS15.5 be the last version before WWDC? Is AppleCare + worth it on the iPhone? We debate the Consumer Reports review. With iOS16 more than likely up next soon we discuss what iOS core apps are overdue for updates and changes like Messages and the camera app. Netflix now works on the native tvOS15 video player. The security debate on sideloading apps continues with Tim Cook a keynote speaker at the Global Summit conference. Plus much more.
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News
1Password 8 beta now available for iPhone and iPad with new design, rebuilt 'Core,' and more
Apple's App Tracking Transparency crackdown estimated to cost Facebook another $13 billion in 2022
Apple VP talks 'Shot on iPhone' challenge, how the company views photography
Apple TV+ strikes overall television deal with Tom Hanks' Playtone production company, Greyhound sequel in development
Apple joins the true-crime genre with TV+ 'Run, Bambi, Run' original podcast
Plex to End Support for Podcasts on Friday
The streaming service formerly known as IMDb TV is rebranding to 'Amazon Freevee'
Netflix for Apple TV now uses the native tvOS 15 video player
Topics
Beta this week. iOS15.5 Beta 1 continues this week. Could it be the last update before iOS16 is announced? Apple releases first beta of iOS 15.5: final update before iOS 16? [U] - 9to5Mac
iMovie for iOS has been updated is it good? iMovie for iOS Updated With 'Magic Movie' and 'Storyboards' Options, Final Cut Pro Optimized for Mac Studio - MacRumors
Tim Cook was the keynote speaker at the Global Summit conference and the topic of sideloading apps is still a big debate. Tim Cook Delivers Speech Emphasizing Apple's Opposition to Sideloading - MacRumors
Is AppleCare+ worth it? Consumer Reports updated its review and we discuss if we feel its worth the investment Is AppleCare+ Worth Buying for Your iPhone? - Consumer Reports
What would we like to see Apple change or upgrade the stock apps in iOS16? iOS 16: Which stock iPhone app do you want to see Apple upgrade the most? Apple Mail, Messages, Camera App were discussed.
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and provdes his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guest
Andrew Orr is a freelance writer and amateur photographer. He loves Apple products and enjoys writing and sharing all things tech. When he’s not writing about Apple, you can often find him snapping photos with his iPhone. You can find him on Twitter @andrewonot.and follow him on Apple Music https://music.apple.com/profile/andrewornot
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jeff Gamet and guest Kelly Guimont. WWDC 2022 has been announced June 6-10 we review what to expect. Apple TV+ continues to grow. We talk about the newest live content Friday Night Baseball and all the shows that were renewed. CarPlay has a big catalog of dedicated apps we review. There are 7 ways to start a note in Apple notes we review and give tips on using Notes. Google released updates to maps in iOS including bringing it back to Apple Watch as a standalone app. Plus more.
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News
Apple Announces Digital WWDC 2022 Event Taking Place June 6-10
Apple to Host Apple Park WWDC 2022 Viewing Event for Some Students and Developers
Hulu App Gains Support for SharePlay - MacRumors
Google Maps for iOS Gains More Detail, Toll Estimates, and Standalone Apple Watch Support
Obscure iPhone function saves life of snowboarder trapped in crevice
Apple adding iPhone X TrueDepth camera repair option for easier Face ID repairs
Apple TV+ shows renewed
HBO Max Updating Apple TV App With New Features and Improved Stability
Apple releases feature updates to Pages, Keynote, and Numbers with productivity improvements and more
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Beta this week. iOS15.5 Beta 1 was released this week. There are some new features added and we review what was found. Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 15.5 and iPadOS 15.5 to Developers
Everything New in iOS 15.5 Beta 1: Apple Classical References, Apple Pay Cash Updates and More
iOS 15.5 Beta Adds Support for External Links Amid Upcoming Changes for Reader Apps
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 8.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 15.5 to Developers
iOS 15.5 brings HomePod Wi-Fi signal bars and critical alerts to the Home app
CarPlay is a great way to integrate your iPhone with supported car systems. There are a selection of apps that are natively supported in CarPlay. We review them and how they are useful in many ways.
Here are all of the apps with CarPlay support
Tips
Kelly has a tip too! Find the level hidden in your camera
Tips to protect your iPhone from hackers
7 Ways to Make a New Note on iPhone & iPad
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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guests
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose you can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso Her new website The Slice The Slice on YouTube
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by Jeff Gamet. iOS 15.4.1 update now has security fixes and battery drain fixes. We find out why automatic updates for iOS sometimes take 4 weeks to install. We review our favorite podcatchers and how we listen to podcasts. Streaming sites can now link to external websites. Unlocking your Mac using your Apple Watch and more.
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News
Man arrested for tracking car by attaching Apple Watch to a wheel
Google Releases Chrome 100 for iOS and Desktop With Updated Icon
Apple Stores Will Now Decline to Repair iPhones Reported as Missing
Apple now allowing reader apps to link out to membership websites
YouTube TV finally rolling out picture-in-picture (PiP) to the iPhone and iPad
T-Mobile delaying Sprint 3G network shutdown as it migrates legacy customers to 5G
Here are the first MLB games coming to Apple TV+ starting next month
T-Mobile Offers Free MLB.TV Subscription Ahead of 2022 Baseball Season
WSJ: Apple TV+ praised by quality over quantity, nearly doubled its revenue in 2021
Receive a text from yourself? It's definitely spam
Apple purportedly plans to bring more of its financial services in-house
Apple Maps Incorporates HAAS Safety Cloud to Improve Roadway Hazard Alerts - MacRumors
Death knell sounds for iPhone 6 as Twitter app drops support | AppleInsider
Apple considering adding new flash memory suppliers to protect iPhone supply | AppleInsider
Topics
Beta this week. We are now 2 weeks with no beta software to test. Longest drought I can remember.
Apple released updates to all devices fixing various security flaws and battery drain on iPhone
Apple releases iOS 15.4.1, iPadOS 15.4.1, tvOS 15.4.1, watchOS 8.5.1 with bug fixes and Business Essentials | AppleInsider
Apple Releases iOS 15.4.1 With Fix for Battery Drain Issue - MacRumors
Apple Releases HomePod 15.4.1 Software With Siri Fix - MacRumors
Apple fixes iOS 15.4 battery-drain issue with software update | Ars Technica
Apple releases iOS 15.4.1 with battery issues fix for iPhone and iPad - 9to5Mac
It would take weeks before updates would run on iOS well Apple's Craig Federighi Explains Why iOS Auto-Updates Often Arrive Several Weeks Late
Apple was restricting streaming services from connecting to their website.things have changed Apple finally lets Netflix, Hulu, and other apps link to their own websites | Macworld
Apple Business Essentials has launched and we discuss its benefits. Apple's 'Business Essentials' Service Expands to All Small Businesses - MacRumors
How do we listen to podcasts? The most common way is to use a Podcatcher like Apple Podcasts, Pocketcasts, or Downcast. There so many other podcasteres these are our favorites. Both Jeff and Warren use Apple Podcasts Dave really likes PocketCasts.
The Best Podcast Player Apps for 2022 | PCMag
The Best Podcast Apps in 2022 for both listening + recording
Tips
Unlock with Apple Watch could be the most useful Mac feature you're not using
WiFi needs to be turned on to connect. Rearrange wired connection to as primary connection on Mac so you can keep WiFi on.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Co-Host
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by Jeff Gamet and Guy Serle. The iPhone SE has been out for a few weeks. Is it worth the buy for an entry level iPhone? No beta for a full week and Warren is going through withdrawal. iPad Air 5 complaints they are creaking. Carplay has more cars installed than ever. We review what cars have it now. Scanning text in Notes iOS15.4 adds a new scan shortcut that makes it easier than ever. Apple may start a hardware subscription service for not only iPhone but iPad and Mac too.
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This happened 2 times this week, which is very unusual. Apple Music, App Store and Other Apple Services Again Experiencing Outage [Update: Fixed] - MacRumors
AirTag stalking controversy leads Tile to add its own anti-stalking feature
Apple Stores Can Now Update Firmware on Second-Generation AirPods - MacRumors
Rumor: Kuo: Apple Watch Series 3 May Finally Be Discontinued Upon Its Fifth Anniversary in Q3 2022 Honestly its way overdue time for another low end Apple Watch
Some iPad Air 5 Users Complain About Creaking and Build Quality Downgrade - MacRumors
Apple officially launches digital IDs in Arizona with more states coming 'soon' - 9to5Mac
Our UK friends might be happy with this story. UK Apple Card may be on the way as Apple buys British credit checking company
Twitter for iOS now lets you easily create GIFs using your iPhone camera - 9to5Mac
TSA Is Now Allowing Some Passengers to Use Their iPhone to Get Through Security
Apple makes an extra $6.57 billion by no longer providing chargers and earphones with new iPhones
Topics
Beta this week. Warren is in complete withdrawal one full week and no betas!
The iPhone SE has been out for a while. We discuss how it's been doing since its release.
75+ Frequently Asked Questions about the new iPhone SE 3 (2022) Or maybe you want to still rock the 1st gen SE. Six years later, first-gen iPhone SE runs the latest version of iOS – and it's still good
How to use Deep Fusion on iPhone cameras
FAQ | Is the New iPhone SE ('22) as Durable as Apple's iPhone 13?
Allstate Protection Plans finds the new Apple iPhone SE lives up to its durability claims
Would you subscribe to buying hardware from Apple? Apple (AAPL) Working on Subscription Service for iPhones, Hardware - Bloomberg
Poll: Would you be interested in an 'Apple hardware subscription' for the latest iPhone and iPad? - 9to5Mac
There has not been a great guide on what cars have CarPlay. What Car Manufacturers Offer Apple CarPlay?
Apple actually responded to battery life issues in iOS15.4. Apple responds to iOS 15.4 battery drain complaints
What else have we discovered in iOS15.4 since its release. The Notes app added a quick scan text feature so you can scan handwritten text in notes. . iOS 15.4 Adds New 'Scan Text' Shortcut in Notes App
Tip
How to get 4 TB of iCloud storage using Apple One | AppleInsider
Apps
Update VLC for iOS and Apple TV adds revamped video player, dark mode, and more - 9to5Mac
Apple's Shazam Gets Another Big Upgrade with New Concert + Tour Info | How It Works
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guests
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet Context Machine Podcast
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
About our Co-Host
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jeff Gamet and Chuck Joiner. We review all new features with the new releases iOS15.4, iPadOS15.4, WatchOS 8.5, tvOS15.4. MacOS12.3 now has universal control and you can use the same keyboard and mouse with an iPad and we review this new feature iOS app Posture Pal is reviewed and tips on silencing iMessage and more.
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News
Apple streamlines the process of buying a new iPhone SE for AT&T and T-Mobile customers
iPhone tops North America and Western European smartphone markets as 5G surpasses 4G
Apple Begins Selling Refurbished iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro Models
Scammers have been using Apple’s TestFlight to distribute malicious iOS apps
Benchmark Results Confirm Apple Hasn't Downclocked M1 Chip in New iPad Air - MacRumors
Apple Watch fall detection to the rescue - 9to5Mac
Topics
Beta this week. iOS iPadOS 15.4 was released! We reviewed all the new features across all platforms.
iPhone /iPad
Apple Releases iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4 With Face ID Mask Unlock, New Emoji, Universal Control, and More - MacRumors
Use Face ID while wearing a mask with iPhone 12 and later - Apple Support
HomePod
Apple Releases HomePod Software 15.4 - MacRumors
Apple Watch
Apple Releases watchOS 8.5 With Support for Apple TV Purchase Authorization, Irregular Heart Rhythm Notification Improvements and More
watchOS 8.5 Fixes Mail Privacy Protection Loophole That Could Expose IP Addresses
iOS 15.4 and watchOS 8.5 Allow You to Restore an Apple Watch Using an iPhone
Apple's latest watchOS update includes a recovery mode, of sorts - The Verge
tvOS
Apple Releases tvOS 15.4 With Support for Captive WiFi Networks
Apple TV now lets you easily authorize purchases with Apple Watch, here's how
No new betas for any devices this week. Someone will be in withdrawal.
Universal control was added to MacOS 12.3 which allows use of a keyboard and mouse across multiple devices. We review how the iPad works with this new feature.
Here is Apple support article that reviews the process: Universal Control: Use a single keyboard and mouse between Mac and iPad - Apple Support
More details about Universal Control.
Apple Releases macOS Monterey 12.3 With Universal Control, Spatial Audio Dynamic Head Tracking on M1 Macs and More
Universal Control: Everything You Need to Know
PSA: Universal Control and Sidecar Can Be Used At the Same Time in macOS 12.3 - MacRumors
How to Use Universal Control and Sidecar Simultaneously in macOS 12.3 - MacRumors
Tips
How to silence iMessage notifications on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac
Apps
This iPhone app uses AirPods to help you improve your posture - 9to5Mac
Posture Pal - Improve Stance on the App Store
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guests
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group
About our Co-Host
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren joined by Kelly Guimont and Andrew Orr. Apple Event Peek Performance was this week. iPad Air with M1 processor is the best iPad yet? iPhone SE released it doesn't have mmwave 5G. iPhone 13 now in Alpine green color.Apple Watch tip how to unpair to fix Apple Pay. MLB Friday night Baseball on Apple TV+ and more.
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News
Helping Ukrainian Developers
https://unclutterapp.com/help-ukraine
Peloton now lets you use Apple Watch as a heart rate monitor, no GymKit required
Apple updates Apple Watch band and iPhone case colors for Spring 2022 | AppleInsider
Smartish Case (Kelly's pick)
Jamf Announces New Bring-Your-Own Device Offering
In-person Today at Apple sessions return to U.S. Apple retail stores March 7
Sony Offering Three Month Apple TV+ Trial for PS4 Users - MacRumors
Comcast will bring Apple TV to X1 boxes and the new XClass smart TVs - The Verge
Topics
Beta this week. iOS15.4 RC was released this week. It looks like the final version will be released next week. Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4 to Developers and Public Beta Testers
iOS 15.4 is set to release next week
watchOS 8.5 RC version now available to developers, features new American Siri voice
tvOS 15.4 and HomePod 15.4 RC version now available, here’s everything new
There was an Apple Event Peek Performance. We discuss some of the products that Apple announced including:
Apple and Major League Baseball to offer “Friday Night Baseball”
iMovie update teased at Apple event – more to come in April - 9to5Mac
Here's how much Apple is shelling out to the MLB for 'Friday Night Baseball' - 9to5Mac
Apple introduces gorgeous new green finishes for the iPhone 13 lineup
Apple announces the new iPhone SE: a powerful smartphone in an iconic design
iPhone SE 5G not all bands are included. Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. Mmwave not available
Compared: New 2022 iPhone SE vs 2020 iPhone SE iPhone SE and iPad Air Don't Offer Fastest mmWave 5G The iPhone SE Steers Clear of AT&T's New 5G Band | PCMag
Apple introduces the most powerful and versatile iPad Air ever
iPad Air vs iPad Pro we compare the new Air with the M1 processor.
The iPad Air Gets an Overdue Upgrade with M1, 5G
Tips
Listener Bill reached out and asked why did Apple Pay stop working on my Apple Watch? He reached out to Apple Support and told him he needed to bring the Watch into the Apple Store service. This is a simple fix just unpair the watch from the iPhone and restore it. Unpair and erase your Apple Watch
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. You can also hear her on The Aftershow with Mike Rose. Her new site https://theslice.tech You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
Andrew Orr is a freelance writer and amateur photographer. He loves Apple products and enjoys writing and sharing all things tech. When he’s not writing about Apple, you can often find him snapping photos with his iPhone. You can find him on Twitter @andrewonot.
About our Co-Host
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS this is a simulcast of For Mac Eyes Only hosted by Mike Potter. We are joined by Dave Ginsburg, Chuck Joiner, Gary GazMaz Malpas, and Eric Erickson.
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Apple had their first event for 2022 called Peek Performance. This is a reaction time episode from For Mac Eyes Only where the panel reacts to the new product announcements. Notable announcements:
iPhone SE
iPad Air
iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 in Green
New iPhone SE with 5G and A15 Bionic Chip.
New iPad Air with M1 Chip 5G is available.
iPhone 13 and 13 Pro new Color Alpine Green.
New Apple TV+ Shows and movies.
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Mike Potter hosts For Mac Eyes Only
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by guest Andrew Orr and Jeff Gamet.We review Apple Platform security and Andrew gives us his thoughts on iOS secure. Lightning is 10 years old and we discuss if it's time for Apple to move onto a new connection or wireless. Apple Event is next week we give our predictions on what to expect. Rumors on an AirTag Max the size of a credit card. iOS15.4 Beta 5 is released and it could be near release.
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News
Michael Douglas to Star as Benjamin Franklin in Upcoming Apple TV+ Series - MacRumors
'Open Web Advocacy' Group Wants Fewer iOS Browser Restrictions - The Mac Observer
Need Tor on iOS? 'Orbot' has Arrived on the Platform - The Mac Observer
Giles Martin remasters The Beatles' '1' for Spatial Audio | AppleInsider
Slack is dropping support for iOS 13 on iPhone and iPad | iMore
Apple Will Soon Offer Face ID Repairs Without Replacing the Entire iPhone - MacRumors
Topics
As we always do with first time guests, we find out what Apple devices Andrew owns and how he uses in his daily workflow.
Apple announced Peek Performance the first event in 2022, on March 8th. We give our predictions on what to expect.
Siri says we'll just have to wait a little longer for an Apple Event
Apple Spring 2022 Event Officially Scheduled for March 8 - The Mac Observer
Apple's March 8 'Peek Performance' Event Page Features Animated AR Logo - MacRumors Apple Event Announced for March 8: 'Peek Performance' - MacRumors
What Not to Expect at Next Week's 'Peek Performance' Apple Event - MacRumors
Beta this week. iOS15.4 Beta 5 was released this week
Apple Seeds Fifth Betas of iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available] - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Fifth Beta of watchOS 8.5 to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Fifth Beta of tvOS 15.4 to Developers - MacRumors
Andrew is a security guru and we talk about the latest in iOS security and how you can protect yourself and your devices. Apple has a great security support page called Apple Platform Security we review,
The lightning connector is 10 years old and we must be near upgrading to USB-C. We give our insights and wonder if Apple will finally make a change.Lightning, a 'connector for the next decade'- 10 years ago- 9to5Mac
Since we talked about the Apple Event earlier why not talk about some rumors. AirTag Max in 2023? Exclusive | Apple's Working on Additions to the AirTag Lineup (AirTag Pro + Max)
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 follow him on Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
About our Guests
Andrew Orr writes for the Mac Observer and since 2015 he has been writing about Apple, privacy, security, and at one point even Android. You can find him on Twitter @andrewonot.
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
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Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by guest Josh Centersand Jeff Gamet. Josh has a new site Apple Buying Advice we go in depth and discuss what we all think about what Apple products you should buy. There are some surprises. The iPod Touch is over 1000 days old. Will there ever be a new one released? Some obsolete Apple devices like 1st Gen iPhone and iPods could be worth a lot of cash. Do you have one? Plus beta iOS14.4 and more.
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Apple Ending Mask Mandates in Many Stores, Plans to Reintroduce In-Person Classes - MacRumors
MacPaw's Operations amidst the Russian Aggression against Ukraine
How to Prepare for a Russian Invasion of Ukraine
AT&T Is Shutting Down 3G | iPhone 5s Owners and More Will Lose Service
Popular 'Authenticator' app for iOS facing copycats, as App Store review complaints continue -
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Beta this week. iOS15.4 Beta 4 was released this week.
Latest iOS 15.4 Beta Adds Fifth Siri Voice for US Users - MacRumors
iOS 15.4 Beta 4 Includes AirTags Anti-Stalking Changes - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4 to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 8.5 to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 15.4 to Developers - MacRumors Josh gives his views of these changes he is the author of Take Control of Apple TV
Josh has started a great new site Apple Buying Advice and we do a review on what iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch you should buy.We also review the rumors of new products that may be released soon and if you should wait buying the current models.
Is the iPod Touch still relevant? Josh wrote a Tidbits article Has Apple Abandoned the iPod touch? - TidBITS we discuss if the iPod Touch is still a thing.
Many older and obsolete Apple products are fetching 1000’s of dollars Check Your Attic | 5 Older Apple Devices Now Worth Thousands we review these
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Josh Centers is Managing Editor of TidBITS and is the author of many books for Take Control. His new website Apple Buying Advice helps you with what Apple gear you should buy. You can and on https://substack.com/profile/79020309-josh-centers Find him on Twitter @jcenters
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
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Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and he is joined by Guy Serle and Jeff Gamet. iCloud+ has many great features including Files, photos, family sharing, but its not big enough for free. TestFlight gives iOS app developers options for beta testing an app before its release, we review this. The Apple Support app now provides estimated costs for basics like battery replacement, screens and more right in the app. Tip on resetting settings including network settings in iOS plus more.
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Apple's iPhone 6 Plus Is Now Officially a 'Vintage' Product | iPhone 6's Legacy
Apple Officially Obsoletes First iPad With Lightning Connector
New York Attorney General Issues AirTag Consumer Alert Over Stalking Concerns - MacRumors
Apple says Spatial Audio is a hit, drawing more listeners to Apple Music | AppleInsider
iOS 15.4 Could Let You Download Software Updates Over 4G
T-Mobile is making it easier for even more people to get 5G Home Internet service - PhoneArena
Apple Support app updated to show estimated repair costs
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Beta this week. iOS15.4 Beta 3 was released. Apple Seeds Third Public Betas of iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4 With Universal Control, Face ID With Mask Support and More - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 8.5 to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 15.4 to Developers - MacRumors
Safari Will No Longer Save Passwords Without Usernames in iOS 15.4 - MacRumors
21 Exciting iOS 15.4 Features for iPhone You Won't Want to Miss
TestFlight have you tried an app before it hits the iOS App Store? We review what it takes to “beta test” and app. Try Upcoming Apps, Features, and IAPs on Your iPhone for Free — Before They Hit the App Store « iOS & iPhone
iCloud+ what is it and why would you want to use it. We review many of the key features including photos, files, privacy and more. Also alternate backup you can use iMazing.
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How to Reset Network Settings on iPhone
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Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
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Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Kelly Guimont and Jeff Gamet. Apple releases a statement on AirTag security and plans on improving notifications when unknown AirTag is with you. Apple announces contactless NFC payments with iPhone, Another lawsuit on iPad “jelly scrolling”. We review focus mode and how we use it. Heart health settings on your Apple Watch and more.
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Breaking News iOS 15.3.1 released to patch critical zero-day WebKit vulnerability
Apple Releases watchOS 8.4.2 With Bug Fixes - MacRumors
Apple Hit With Class Action Lawsuit Over 'Jelly Scrolling' on iPad Mini - MacRumors
Ted Lasso Season 3 Likely Delayed Due to 'Football Wrinkle'
Home Widget for HomeKit gets updated with sensor support, different panel sizes, and more
Apple Music: Free trial will require purchase of AirPods, HomePods or Beats:
Apple says a 'small portion' of iPhones recorded interactions with Siri even if you opted out
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Beta this week.iOS15.4 Beta 2 was released. When will Apple release iOS 15.4 to everyone? Here's what we know
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4 to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 8.5 to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 15.4 to Developers - MacRumors
tvOS 15.4 beta 2 for Apple TV brings captive Wi-Fi network support, tweaks to video player, more [U] - 9to5Mac
iOS 15.4 Beta 2 Fixes Bug That Caused Some iPhones to Record Siri Interactions Even When Users Opted Out - MacRumors
Apple Preparing for Driver's Licenses on iPhone in iOS 15.4 Beta - MacRumors
Apple releases a statement on the unwanted AirTag tracking in the news and they plan to address it with an update. Apple details upcoming AirTag changes to reduce unwanted tracking. We discuss this and what will Apple do to keep it more secure.
Apple’s statement on AirTag security. An update on AirTag and unwanted tracking - Apple
What to do if you get an alert that an AirTag, Find My network accessory, or set of AirPods is with you - Apple Support
Apple unveiled a contactless payment system tap to pay on the iPhone. Like having a contactless credit card you use your iPhone and link a card to it. We discuss what benefits this has especially for small businesses.
Apple unveils contactless payments via Tap to Pay on iPhone
Stripe Launches 'Tap to Pay on iPhone' Beta Program Ahead of 'Spring' Release - MacRumors
Focus Mode do we all use it and what is its benefits. What the Heck Is iPhone 'Focus' Mode? | Focus Explained (Plus How to Set It Up)
Thursdays with Bob: Modes of Focus – TMO Daily Observations 2022-01-20 - The Mac Observer
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Heart health notifications on your Apple Watch
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Kelly Guimont writes for The Mac Observer and is the host of The Daily Observations Podcast. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
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Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by guest Jeff Gamet. You can unlock your iPhone with a mask on iOS15.4 beta without Apple Watch. Warren tries CPAP mask and beta it works. Google released VPN for iPhone and iPad. Would you trust it and we discuss the need for a VPN at all. Rebooting your iPhone do you need to and should you quit all the apps? Facebook lost money they say because of Apple’s Privacy setting we discuss what they need to to change.
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Apple Releases watchOS 8.4.1 With Bug Fixes for Apple Watch Series 4 and Later - MacRumors
YouTube Still Testing Picture-in-Picture on iOS With Premium Subscribers [Updated] - MacRumors
Apple Will Pay $95 Million in Class-Action Lawsuit Over Refurbished AppleCare+ Replacements
Beats Studio Buds Gain New AirPods Features with Free Firmware Update
Sale of 'Silent AirTags' on eBay and Etsy Raises Privacy Concerns - MacRumors
Apple Launches New iPhone 13 Product Pages Highlighting Key Features
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Beta this week. iOS15.4 beta 1 is still being tested. The biggest discussion is the ability to unlock your iPhone with a mask on without needing an Apple Watch. Face ID With a Mask: How It Works and What You Need to Know - MacRumors Warren tried it with a CPAP mask and tells us how well it works. iOS 15.4 Beta Adds Option to Hide iCloud Keychain Security Recommendations - MacRumors
Warren has more info about Universal control features on Monterey and iPadOS15.4 Beta.
Google One VPN service works with iPhone and iPad. It's part of the Google One plan. Google One VPN Now Available for iPhone and iPad Users - MacRumors
What is VPN and do you need it for your iPhone and iPad? Would you trust Google with your privacy? We review VPN and talk about other services out there including SurfShark, ExpressVPN, and Tunnelbear as other good choices. ClearVPN is on SetApp.
Should you reboot your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV? There are myths about this but really should you reboot these devices? We discuss and you would be surprised. Also should you quit apps?
Facebook and parent company Meta lost $10 Billion in Q4 2021 and blamed Apple’s recent change to privacy settings for ads on iPad and iPhone. We discuss if Facebook is really relevant anymore since TikTok has become the sensation. Apple's Privacy Measures to Cost Facebook $10 Billion in 2022 - MacRumors
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
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Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by guest Holden DePardo. The Apple privacy guide which many were unaware of was revised to include guides on AirTag safety and other Apple Gear. We review Apple financial results. iOS15.3 was released that fixed a security bug with the browser you should install now. We give tips Stop iMessage photos from appearing in the Photos app and how to print items on your iPhone. iOS15.4 Beta was released with Universal control on Mac and your iPad plus more.
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Apple reports its q1 2022 earnings and it was a record!
Apple reports record Q1 2022 holiday earnings: $123.95 billion revenue
Apple Results: The biggest ever ($123.9B)
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Apple Launches Black Unity Braided Solo Loop With 'Unity Lights' Watch Face - MacRumors
Why is Apple offering iPhone 8 refurbished when the iPhone SE 2nd Gen is basically the same? Apple Restocks Refurbished iPhone 8 With 128GB of Storage for $359 - MacRumors
Apple Fixed iCloud Bug Causing Syncing Issues for Third-Party Apps - MacRumors
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iOS15.3 was released this week and fixed a big safari bug. We review this and all the new additions. Apple Releases iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15.3 With Fix for Safari Bug That Leaks Browsing Activity - MacRumors
Apple Releases watchOS 8.4 With Fix for Apple Watch Charging Bug - MacRumors
Apple Releases HomePod Software 15.3 - MacRumors
Apple Releases tvOS 15.3 for Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K - MacRumors
iOS 15.3 patches 10 major security flaws affecting Safari, root privileges, and more - 9to5Mac
Apple releases tvOS 15.3 and HomePod 15.3 enabling multi-user voice recognition in more countries - 9to5Mac
iOS 15.3 Fixes Issue With HomeKit Camera Thumbnails Failing to Refresh - MacRumors
Beta this week. iPadOS and iOS15.4 Beta 1 was released today and the biggest feature added finally is Universal control for the Mac and iPad. We discuss very first impressions.
iPadOS 15.4 and macOS Monterey 12.3 Betas Add Universal Control - MacRumors
Everything New in iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4: Face ID With a Mask, Emojis, Apple Card Widget, Universal Control and More
iOS 15.4 Adds New Emoji Like Melting Face, Biting Lip, Heart Hands, Troll and More - MacRumors
iOS 15.4 Beta Lets You Use Face ID With a Mask On - MacRumors
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 8.5 to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 15.4 to Developers - MacRumors
Apple did a revision of its Personal Safety Guide and because of all the press about the AirTag and stalking it received more attention. We reviewed the guide and some tips on how to protect yourself with your Apple Gear.
Personal Safety User Guide for Apple devices
Apple launches a Personal Safety User Guide to tackle safety concerns like AirTag tracking and device access
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How to stop iMessage photos from showing in Photos app
Methods for printing messages from your iPhone
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Holden DePardo studies computer science and is the co-host of the Networked Podcast. Twitter: @holdendepardo
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Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by guest Chuck Joiner. Apple Watch Control center has so many options we review some of the key features plus a few tips and tricks. Chuck and Dave were not able to make it to CES in person. We reviewed some of the great Apple friendly products that were released. Tesla and CarPlay? Not in our lifetime but someone had a “workaround” we discussed.Nasty Safari browser bug in iOS and Mac that exposes your browsing activity plus more.
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Apple Says Option to Stay on iOS 14 Was Always Meant to Be Temporary - MacRumors
iPhone Was the Most Popular Smartphone in Q4 2021 - MacRumors
Apple Music is the second most used music streaming service globally, Spotify remains in top spot
Apple Support says iPhone 13 models don't support Noise Cancellation feature available in previous iPhones - 9to5Mac
Apple's US Education Store Now Requires Institution Verification to Buy Discounted Products - MacRumors
Tesla refuses to adopt CarPlay, but this developer has a workaround
Woman uses 'Hey Siri' on AirPods to call 911 after a fall, here's how the feature works - 9to5Mac
Army mom uses Apple AirTag to track her family's belongings in late moving truck (macdailynews.com)
Safari and iOS users: Your browsing activity is being leaked in real time | Ars Technica New Unpatched Apple Safari Browser Bug Allows Cross-Site User Tracking (thehackernews.com)
iOS 15 Patched Security Hole That Potentially Exposed Users' Private Apple ID Information to Third-Party Apps - MacRumors
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Beta this week. iOS 15.3 Release Candidate is out today. Apple Seeds iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15.3 Release Candidates to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available] - MacRumors
Apple Watch Charging Bug Fixed in watchOS 8.4 Release Candidate
Apple seeds first Release Candidates of iOS 15.3, iPadOS 15.3, tvOS 15.3, and watchOS 8.4 (macdailynews.com)
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of tvOS 15.3 to Developers - MacRumors
CES recap. Apple friendly products and any other final thoughts on the show. . 6 of the best Apple-friendly products at CES 2022
Apple Watch Control center what do we find useful. Use Control Center on your Apple Watch
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Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
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Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave hes joined by guests Jeff Gamet and Guy Serle. The very first iPhone was introduced 15 years ago we reminisce thart day and where iPhone is today. Apple services were very successful and Jeff parted waze and went to Apple Maps. We talk about the growth of all Apple services. There is a rash unknown AirTag being found in cars and purses is Apple doing a good job notifying you if there is a rogue Tag tracking you. Uber no longer supports Apple Watch and more.
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Report: Apple Considering Streaming MLB Games
Apple Releases Minor iOS 15.2.1 and iPadOS 15.2.1 Updates - MacRumors
Beats Fit Pro Launching Globally With Pre-Orders Starting January 24 - MacRumors
Gmail App for iOS Adds New Inbox Widget - MacRumors
Uber's Apple Watch App No Longer Works - MacRumors
iOS 15 Now Installed on 72% of iPhones From the Last Four Years - MacRumors
Apple is pushing upgrades from iOS14 to iOS15. We discuss this and how Apple iOS adoption is very high. Apple More Aggressively Pushing iOS 14 Users to Upgrade to iOS 15 - MacRumors
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Beta this week. Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15.3 to Developers - MacRumors, Apple Seeds Second Public Betas of iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15.3 - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 8.4 to Developers - MacRumors
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 15.3 to Developers - MacRumors
Private Relay in iCloud+ all of the sudden stops working on cellular connections including T-Mobile. We discuss what happened and explain what Private relay is.
Apple Says iOS 15.2 Included No Changes That Would Have Toggled iCloud Private Relay Off - MacRumor
T-Mobile explains why some users don't have Private Relay - TmoNews
Apple says there's no iCloud Private Relay bug in iOS 15.2 - 9to5Mac
iOS 15.3 clarifies to users how to fix iCloud Private Relay errors - 9to5Mac
iPhone is 15 years old January 9, 2007 and we reminisce where it started and what the future holds for this most popular smartphone. Here is a picture of the first iPhone in a case at MacWorld shortly after Steve Jobs introduced it as Jeff was drooling over it in 2007.
Photo sharing credit Mike LaPlante.
Stories related to the iPhone 15th anniversary. January 9, 2007
15 Features the Original iPhone Didn't Have When First Announced - MacRumors
My Reporting Notes From the Original iPhone Launch 15 Years Ago | PCMag
Apple introduced the first iPhone 15 years ago. Here's a look back at everything that's changed.
AirTag unwanted tracking continues to be a problem. There continues to be reports of rogue AirTag being placed in purses and cars. We discuss this issue and what Apple is doing to alert you. Are Apple AirTags Being Used to Track People and Steal Cars? - The New York Times
Apple issued a press release talking about Apple Services and how they enrich people's lives throughout the year 2021. We discuss how the services evolved and the future. .
Apple Press release: Apple services enrich peoples' lives throughout the year
Apple Highlights Services in 2021, Recaps Upcoming Features Like IDs on iPhone - MacRumors
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
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Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by Kelly Guimont. RIP Blackberry the iPhone finally killed it. CES2022 we reviewed some new products. There are so many 2022 Apple predictions we review some of the good ones and talk about what we expect. Say lumos and nox and cand cast a Harry Potter Spell to turn on and off the flashlight on iPhone, Tips and apps plus more.
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RIP Blackberry How the iPhone killed Blackberry (and why it didn't have to happen) End of the line finally coming for BlackBerry devices | Ars Technica
Apple becomes first US company to reach $3 trillion market cap
Class action lawsuit alleges Google pays Apple to stay out of the search engine market | AppleInsider
Verizon and T-Mobile Discontinue iPad Rebate Program Following Widespread Customer Complaints [Updated] - MacRumors
Lumos! Siri Understands Harry Potter Spells - The Mac Observer
An Apple HomeKit bug can send iOS devices into a death spiral - The Verge
A bug prevents Messages 'Send Read Receipts' from being turned off | Macworld
Visible's new trial lets you sample Verizon's network for free on an unlocked iPhone - CNET
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Beta this week. iOS 15.3 Beta 1 is still ongoing. What's in iOS 15.3: Update should fix HomeKit vulnerability
CES 2022 was this week and there were many product announcements and many who did not attend due to the pandemic. We will review some products over the next few weeks here are some that caught our attention
Intel teases technology to improve iPhone integration with PCs - 9to5Mac
CES 2022: Belkin Debuts New Find My-Compatible Soundform Noise Cancelling Earbuds - MacRumors
Wemo announcements
Jabra Elite 7 Pro true wireless earbuds with Jabra MultiSensor Voice™
Magnetic Phone Mount with Face Tracking | Belkin
A brand new year 2022 and you know there are many rumors with Apple which we review. Mark Gurman: Here's what Apple has in store for '22 | Philip Elmer‑DeWitt
Kuo: AirPods Pro 2 to Feature Lossless Support and Sound-Emitting Charging Case - MacRumors
2022 is going to a great year for iPhone, here's why. | iMore
Report: Apple could launch an audiobooks service later this year - 9to5Mac
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iPhone Photo Data Could Reveal Your Exact Location + How to Remove It
Apps
‘Audio Trimmer’ lets users easily trim any audio files on iPhone and iPad
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Kelly Guimont writes for The Mac Observer and is the host of The Daily Observations Podcast. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
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Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by returning guests Patrice Brend’Amour and Jeff Gamet. We review many of the items released in 2021 including AirTag which was a new product, iPhone 13, iPad Pro with M1 processor and more. We discussed whether Apple could replace the lightning connector with USB-C on the iPhone or go wireless. HomePod Mini released more colors. TVTime app for tracking TV shows you watch and more.
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News
New Apple Card Customers Can Get 5% Cash Back on Apple Purchases
Apple Shares Three New Humorously Dramatic Ads Showing Off iPhone 13 Pro Camera Capabilities
Some Apple Watch Users Experiencing Charging Issues After Updating to watchOS 8.3
HomePod Mini Helps Apple Nearly Double Its Market Share of Smart Speakers and Screens
T-Mobile encounters new data breach - TmoNews
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Beta this week. iOS15.3 Beta 1 was released.
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 15.3 and iPadOS 15.3 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 8.4 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 15.3 to Developers
Apple Year in review. What was the best or worse for 2021?
HomePod Mini they still need to expand the need for more support with the smart home. they did add colors. What about maybe a HomePod Max bring a big one back?
AitTag was introduced this year and they have room for improvement. Security concerns with rogue tags being placed in cars and other places. Could they start integrating them into devices down the road? We give thoughts on how they are working so far.
iPhone 13 was a great upgrade? We discussed was there really anything special with this year?
iPad Pro 2021 was there a big upgrade from previous models? The M1 processor was the big addition but not a big upgrade.
iPad Mini 6th Gen
iPad 9th Gen
Apple Watch Series 7 added a slightly larger display and battery life but was it worth the upgrade? Dave did give in with a gift card and trade in value.
AirPods 3rd Gen
Crazy item released this year is the Polishing Cloth. They give it away with a $5k monitor but not a MacBook Pro and others?
Items discontinued in 2021 HomePod and iPhone XR
What are our expectations in 2022 with Apple? Will the lightning connector go away to USB-C or will they go all wireless?
Apps
Watch Faces Gallery #1
TV Time
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About our Guests
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
About our Co-Host
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren joined by guests Holden and Brian DePardo. iOS15.2 was released. We go through and review the new features. It's been 1 year since Apple Fitness+ and AirPods Pro Max Brian gave a 1 year review of his AirPods Pro Max. Readdle releases an update to its popular Scanner Pro app and adds a magic eraser feature that removes things in the scan like fingers, hole punch and more. Plus more.
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News
Apple delays macOS Universal Control until spring 2022 | Engadget
Apple Releases Swift Playgrounds 4 With Support for Creating Apps on iPad - MacRumors
Apple Arcade Getting New Disney and Nickelodeon Games - MacRumors
Apple Stores Getting Tool for Updating AirPods Pro to Latest Firmware Version
SiriusXM Platinum VIP Tier Now Includes 12 Months of Free Apple Music
Apple Shares 'Ted Lasso' Animated Christmas Short - MacRumors
Topics
Beta this week. iOS15.2 iPadOS15.2 WatchOS 8.3 and tvOS 15.2 all released to the public this week. We talk about the new features and more.
Articles that were referenced
iOS 15.2 Features: Everything New in iOS 15.2
iOS 15.2 changes and features – A great end-of-year update for iPhone and iPad
iOS 15.2 Makes It Easier to Reset Your Locked Device Without Needing a Computer
You can now reset and erase a locked iPhone without needing to connect to a PC
Apple Releases HomePod Software 15.2 With Apple Music Voice Plan Support
Apple Releases watchOS 8.3 With Apple Music Voice Plan and App Privacy Report
Apple Releases tvOS 15.2 for Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K
Apple Music Voice Plan launching with iOS 15.2 - 9to5Mac
What Apple's iOS 15.2 App Privacy Report means - The Washington Post
How to set up a Legacy Contact on iPhone and iPad | iMore
Apple Fitness+ and AirPods Max are 1 year old this week. We discuss where they have gone how the future looks. Apple Fitness+ Turns One Year Old
AirPods Max Launched One Year Ago Today
Holden talks about his new purchases. iPhone 13 Pro he reviews it. We sneak in some new MacBook Pro discussion since we have them now.
Tips
How to make your large iPhone more comfortable to use one handed
Apps
Readdle's Scanner Pro for iPhone gets Magic Eraser to remove fingers, hole punches
Pixelmator Photo Now Available on iPhone - MacRumors
Our Host
David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.
Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.
About our Guests
Holden DePardo studies computer science and is the co-host of Networked Podcast. Twitter: @holdendepardo
Brian DePardo is a writer and IT Professional living in Dallas, TX he is on Twitter @briandepardo
About our Co-Host
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by returning guest Jeff Gamet. Dave reviews the μBrowser for Apple Watch. It is actually good. iOS15.2 Beta RC is released and almost ready for everyone. Tips on how you can convert photos on iPhone from the HEIC format. Lawsuit filed on swollen battery claims with Apple Watch. iOS15.2 will be able to predict if you fall in the health app. Plus more.
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News
Verizon is Tracking iPhone Users by Default and There’s Nothing Apple Can Do. How to Turn It Off
Verizon tracks almost everything you do on iPhone. Here's how to stop it.
Prince William Apple Fitness+ Time to Walk Now Available [Updated]
Chris O'Dowd added to upcoming Apple TV+ comedy series 'Big Door Prize'
Razer Launches MagSafe-Compatible Cooling Fan for iPhones
Report: iOS Users Who Opt-Out of App Tracking Continue to Be Tracked by Facebook and Snapchat
More Firmware updates for the MagSafe Charger and AirPods
Apple Updates MagSafe Charger Firmware to 10M229
Apple Updates AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max Firmware
Lawsuit Claims Swollen Apple Watch Batteries Can Lead to 'Substantial Personal Injury'
iOS 15 Now Installed On Nearly 60% Of Devices, Exactly 80 Days After Launch
Topics
Beta this week. iOS15.2 RC1 was released and we are very close to public release.
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Versions of iOS 15.2 and iPadOS 15.2 to Developers
iOS 15.2 Adds 'Parts and Service History' Feature to iPhone
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of watchOS 8.3 to Developers, watchOS 8.3 Release Candidate Expands AssistiveTouch to Older Apple Watch Models
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of tvOS 15.2 to Developers
Apple Music Voice Plan Coming in iOS 15.2 we talk about this new plan and will it be easy to use with Siri only. Here's a First Look at Apple Music's Voice Plan Launching With iOS 15.2
Tips
Your iPhone Can Help Predict Your Fall Risk
How to convert HEIC to JPG on iPhone and Mac
Fix “This message has not been downloaded from server” in Mail on iPhone & iPad
Apps
µBrowser is a new web browser for Apple Watch that’s surprisingly great Link µBrowser on the App Store
Greek alphabet Mu Browser - https://www.rapidtables.com/math/symbols/greek_alphabet.html
Our Host
David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.
Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Co-Host
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by guest Guy Serle. We talk about Apple TV and Apple TV. Yes it's confusing, it's a device and a service we review. Dave reviews the wireless CarPlay module from Carlinkit and it works great. iOS15.2 Beta 4 is out, we reviewed it and it's close to release. More gift picks from the panel. iPhone SE with 5G? It's possible. Plus more.
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News
iPhone 13 Demand Weakening Ahead of Holidays, Apple Tells Suppliers
Apple no longer signing iOS 15.1, downgrade blocked
App Store monopoly claim rejected by federal court; reasoning is a strong win for Apple
Apple Picks the 2021 App Store Award Winners, Highlighting the Best Apps of the Year
New iPhone SE Reportedly on Track for Release in First Quarter of 2022
Apple Adding iPhone 6 Plus to Vintage Products List Later This Month
Topics
Beta this week. iOS15.2 Beta 4 was release today,
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 15.2 and iPadOS 15.2 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 8.3 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 15.2 to Developers
Apple TV, Apple TV, and Apple TV+. You have a device, and aggregator app, and a paid streaming service. We discuss why we think Apple chose to use basically the same name for all 3 and review what each do.
Apple TV Streaming box comes in a 4K and HD model. We discuss if it's worth the higher price vs other streaming devices like Roku.
TV & Home
Apple TV app is available on the Apple TV box as well as most SmartTVs plug Roku and more.
Apple TV app
Apple TV+ is the paid service with original content including Ted Lasso, Foundation, and the latest movie from Tom Hanks Fitch, its $4.99 per month with a 3 month free trial with purchase of an Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, Mac, or iPod Touch.
All Apple Originals. Only on Apple TV+.
Dave reviews wireless CarPlay which was his gift guide pick from last week. The brand is Carlinkit and they have different models for different model years. He reviews how it works and if it's a solid choice.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08P18TSCT/
Our Listener Donna sent in a review of another CarPlay wireless adapter.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B09DCBMLZ6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_JBZ6CKD4EJ331Y97AF04
Gift Guide
Our picks of gifts for your devices.
Guy
Ear Fun Air Pro 2 BT 5.2 wireless earbuds $86 (https://www.amazon.com/EarFun-Cancelling-Earphones-Bluetooth-Headphones/dp/B09C1F6F4K)
Elgato Wave 1 USB microphone $99 (https://www.amazon.com/Elgato-Wave-Microphone-Anti-Clipping-TactileMute/dp/B088P2KKHS/)
Elgato Wave 3 USB Microphone $149 (https://www.amazon.com/Elgato-Wave-Microphone-Podcasting-Capacitive/dp/B088HHWC47/)
Warren
https://www.popsockets.com/en-us/p/popwallet--for-magsafe-black/805668.html?cgid=magsafe-popwallets
Dave
Nulaxy Phone Stand, Height Angle Adjustable Cell Phone Stand, Phone Holder for Desk Compatible with iPhone12 Mini 11 Pro Xs Xs Max Xr X 8 7 6 6s Plus, All Smartphones (4-8 inches) - Black
JOBY GripTight POV Kit- Image Stabilizer w/Bluetooth Remote for Apple/Android Smartphones BLACK
Our Host
David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.
Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.
About our Guest
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
About our Co-Host
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by Jeff Gamet and Patrice Brend’Amour. We have our 1st annual gift guide where the panel gives us gifts for your iPhone and iPad. Shazam now listens longer and gives better chance of recognizing the song. Dave reviews the Apple Watch Series 7 after one week of using it. CarPlay is 7 years old we review some of the apps that work on that platform and more.
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News
Demand for iPhone 13 still eclipsing iPhone 12 launch in the United States
Shazam Updated With Ability to Find More Songs by Listening Longer
iOS 15 won’t get digital driver's license support until 2022
Tim Cook Explains Why Apple Launched the Self Service Repair Program
An Actual Tesla Smartphone Is Looking More Likely | Were the Concepts Right? This article too. ATTA launches bike taxi 'Huiva' application | Technology
Topics
Beta this week. iOS15.2 beta 3 has been ongoing 10 days since this was released. We discuss any issues.
CarPlay has been a thing for 7 years now. Here are many of the apps that work so well in your Ca as well some great accessories for gifts
Best CarPlay apps to download on iPhone
Dave has had the Apple Watch Series 7 for 1 week now he gives his impressions and some of the features as well as others who use them too.
Gift Guides from Touch with iOS the panel reviews some of our favorites
Jeff
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Pen.tips $20.72 https://pen.tips/
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iFi hip-dac $169 iFi Hip-dac Portable Balanced DAC Headphone Amplifier for Android, iPhone with USB Input Only/Outputs: 3.5mm Unbalanced / 4.4mm Balanced (Unit only)
Warren
BLANDSTRS Airpods Wireless Charging Case Replacement, Wireless Charger Battery Case Compatible with AirPods 1 & 2, NO EARPODS (Black)
Patrice
Airmail https://airmailapp.com Free. Airmail Pro is $2.99/month $9.99/year
Apple Fitness+ https://www.apple.com/apple-fitness-plus/ $9.99/month $79.99/year or as part of Apple One Premier
Dave
2021 Wireless CarPlay Adapter CarlinKit 3.0 for Factory Wired CarPlay
More CarPlay accessories for iPhone.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08P18TSCT/ 9to5Mac Gift Guide: CarPlay and must-have iPhone accessories for the road
Our Host
David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.
Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.
About our Guests
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jeff Gamet and Chuck Joiner. Apple announces self service repair starting with iPhone 12 and 13. Should there be restrictions to who can fix them? We discuss. Dave did a presentation at a Mac User group on SharePlay in FaceTime, we discuss how you can use SharePlay to share your screen and provide tech support for anyone. Dave hours before show recording bought the Apple Watch Series 7 very first impressions.
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News
iOS 15.1.1 Call Drop Fix, Features, Download & More
Apple Releases watchOS 8.1.1 With Fix for Apple Watch Series 7 Charging Issue
AirPods 4A402 Firmware Update: Features, Bugs & More
Amazon Photos for iOS overhauled with memories feature, simplified home screen, more
AAPL Stock Sets New All-Time High Following Latest Apple Car Rumors
Apple Working Toward Fully Autonomous Car With No Steering Wheel or Pedals, Aiming to Launch in 2025
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 15.2 Beta 3 was released this week. Everything New in iOS 15.2 Beta 3: Macro Mode Updates, iCloud Private Relay Tweaks and More
iOS 15.2 beta no longer disables Face ID on iPhone 13 after screen replacement
Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 15.2 and iPadOS 15.2 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 8.3 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 15.2 to Developers
Right to Repair. Apple announced that it will now open up parts and repairs to anyone to fix their products. They are starting with iPhone 12 and 13
Apple announces Self Service Repair
Everyone Is a Genius: Apple Will Offer Parts and Tools for DIY Repairs
FaceTime and SharePlay review and tips. Dave did a presentation on this and we talked about the ability to share your screen and more.
Apple touts growing number of third-party apps compatible with SharePlay in iOS 15.1
Dave has a new Series 7 Apple Watch and gives very first impressions having it less than 5 hours. He had a great experience with set up at the Apple Store.
Our Host
David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.
Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.
About our Guests
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont. Dave’s Apple Watch stops working with Apple Pay for no reason he fixes it. We reviewed the new service PhoneSwap from the folks that started PodSwap. Apple announces a new Business essentials MDM service starting up in 2022. Apple drops prices of trade-ins of devices. iOS15.2 beta 2 adds some great new features. More great iOS15 tips.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Drops Device Trade-In Prices in the U.S.
Apple backs off of breaking Face ID after DIY iPhone 13 screen replacements
New Apple Business Essentials Brings Device Management for Small Businesses the was the Apple purchase of Fleetsmith.
Apple Must Allow External Payment Options by December 9, Judge Says
Apple Store App for iOS Adds Saved Item Lists for Easy Sharing With Product Specialists
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 15.2 Beta 2 was released.
Apple Seeds Second Public Betas of iOS and iPadOS 15.2 With Legacy Contacts, Find My Updates and More
Everything New in iOS 15.2 Beta 2: Legacy Contacts, Hide My Email Improvements, and More
Hide My Email Available in Mail App With New iOS 15.2 and macOS Monterey 12.1 Betas
iOS 15.2 Beta Adds Messages Communication Safety Feature for Kids
Dave had quite the issue with his Apple Watch and Apple Pay. The Watch stopped working and could not use any card synced. Turned out he had to unpair and pair the Watch again. We discuss.
Dave reviewed the airpods swapping service Podswap AirPods back on episode 138. Co founders Emily and Emma have started another service called PhoneSwap where you can swap your older iPhone for a newer one. We discuss the value of this service and it's easy process.
Dave received this book for his birthday on Apple Design that was published back in 2011 https://www.amazon.com/Apple-Design-Friedrich-von-Borries/dp/3775730117/ great book to look at many items that Apple designed over the years who remembers the iPod Hi-Fi?
Tips
More iOS15 and iPadOS 15 tips
How to install and manage apps for Messages on iOS 15 and iPadOS 15
Mute Notifications for Individual Apps
Use Background Sounds
Copy Safari Tabs and paste into anything
Settings > Accessibility > Per App setting Review these settings and change Amazon app to smart invert.
Quickly Refresh a Webpage
Control Center tips
Set your iPhone to flash if you cannot hear the sound of messages or ringing
Our Host
David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.
Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont writes for The Mac Observer and is the host of The Daily Observations Podcast. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by Guy Serle. Guy has a new iPhone 13 Pro he upgraded from SE2 gives his review. iPadOS15 has a new quick notes feature using an Apple Pencil. New accessibility feature in Apple Watch using assistive touch with pinch and clench with your hand. Dave and Warren review the Apple Polishing cloth and why is it back ordered 12 weeks. Twelve South has a new action bnd that is an Apple watch sweat band. Plus more tips.
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News
Apple Discontinues Powerbeats, Beats Solo Pro, and Beats EP
Report: iPhone and Apple Watch to add new 'crash detection' feature that auto-dials 911
Notability Changes App Subscription Policy, Promises Existing Users Lifetime Access to Purchased Features
Apple TV Owners Can Now Download tvOS 15.1.1 Update
TMobile offering free 1 year of Paramount+
Apple to Start Offering iPhone XR as Loaner Device During Lengthier Repairs
Apple ID Website Gets Design Overhaul
iPhone X Modded With USB-C Port Listed on eBay With Bids Topping $85,000
iFixit confirms iPhone 13 disables Face ID after third-party screen repair
Topics
Beta this week. iOS15.2 beta is in its 2nd week. Notably the App Privacy report. First iOS 15.2 and iPadOS 15.2 Betas Available to Public Beta Testers
Apple Releases HomePod Software 15.1.1 With Podcasts Bug Fix
Accessibility on the Apple Watch new features Use AssistiveTouch on your Apple Watch on the Series 6 and later and SE.
Dave’s review of the Apple Polishing Cloth. iFixit actually tore down Apple’s backordered $19 screen cloth
Grammarly rolls out full set of features to iPhone and iPad users
Cool Stuff; Twelve South Debuts ActionBand for Apple Watch Workouts
Guy’s new iPhone 13 he moved from the iPhone SE2. He reviews the iPhone 13 and its differences. Warren also gives his insights on his iPhone 13 Pro Max.
Warren shows off the magsafe popsockets.
Tips
How to Use Reading List on iPhone, iPad, & Mac and Reading view
How to Save Webpage as PDF Using Safari on iPhone & iPad
Invoke a Quick Note on iPad
Use Tags in Notes
Our Host
David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.
Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.
About our Guest
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
About our Co-Host
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Jeff Gamet. iOS 15.1 was released this week, we discussed the new features including SharePlay. Apple TV+ will be added to Comcast Xfinity X1 platform. Dave found this great poster on Etsy the evolution of iPhone and think back to all the iPhone’s we owned. Spoiler, Dave had many. T-Mobile had 5G UC ultra capacity how fast are the speeds. Plus more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Display Analyst: 4.7-Inch 5G 'iPhone SE Plus' Coming in 2022, iPhone SE 3 With Larger Display Planned for 2024
Apple Releases iOS 14.8.1 and iPadOS 14.8.1 With Security Updates
Amazon TVs to Support AirPlay 2 and HomeKit
Apple Music is now available on PS5
Apple confirms Apple Card 6% cash back was an error, but will issue credits to affected users
Apple TV+ Coming to Comcast and Sky Devices [Updated] So is the Apple TV device still relevant?
Teardown Teaser: 2021 MacBook Pro Polishing Cloth Detour
Topics
Apple reports their 4Q 2021 earnings the same day we recorded this episode and they are still doing well.
Apple Reports 4Q 2021 Results: $20.6B Profit on $83.4B Revenue
Apple announces record fourth quarter – Six Colors
Apple CEO Tim Cook: We're Focused on Maintaining Privacy and Security of the App Store
Apple 'Working Feverishly' to Improve iPhone 13 Supplies
Apple's Services Achieve All-Time Quarterly Revenue Record
iOS15.1 was released to the public this past week and we review what's new and what our thoughts are on the upgrade.
iOS 15.1 Features: Everything New in iOS 15.1
iOS 15.1: How to Enable Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio and Apple Lossless on HomePod
Beta this week. iOS15.2 Beta 1 was released this week.
Everything New in iOS 15.2: App Privacy Report and Auto Call Updates
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 15.2 and iPadOS 15.2 to Developers With App Privacy Report
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 15.2 to Developers
First iOS 15.2 and iPadOS 15.2 Betas Available to Public Beta Testers
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 8.3 to Developers
We discuss the new AirPods 3 and what the differences are vs the other models. Video Comparison: AirPods 3 vs. AirPods Pro
The evolution of the iPhone. Dave bought this great poster and it's framed on his wall behind him shown on the podcast now. it's on Etsy with every iPhone made up to current. Evolution of Apple Iphone Poster. All Iphone Models Digital Its fun to review what iPhones we all owned think Dave is the champ.
We talk about T-Mobile and the new 5G UC or ultra capacity. Do you notice the speed difference an what do the other carriers do. What Does “5G UC” Mean on an iPhone? - Apple
Tips
How to Use the Secret Codes on Your iPhone
How to Backup Voice Memos from iPhone
Apps
Camo, a Great App That Uses Your iPhone as a Mac Webcam, Adds Snap AR Features
Our Host
David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.
Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he’s joined by Holden and Brian DePardo. At The Apple event titled Unleashed, we talk about the new Airpods 3 and Apple Music plan with Siri. They released a polishing cloth for your stuff you won’t be able to buy until next year. New colors for the HomePod Mini. Dave reviews the latest AirTag cases from Speck. The iPod celebrates its 20th Anniversary. App reviews and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Removes References to Original HomePod From Website, Months After Discontinuation
Apple Restructures Website, Separates AirPods and 'TV & Home' Into Their Own Sections
Apple Card Customers Are Getting Six Percent Cashback
Apple Card 0% financing problem – Apple offers to resolve
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 15.1 RC was released and the final version will be released on Monday 10/25.
Apple Seeds iOS and iPadOS 15.1 Release Candidates to Developers
Apple Seeds watchOS 8.1 Release Candidate to Developers
Apple Seeds tvOS 15.1 Release Candidate to Developers
The Apple Event entitled Unleashed occurred this past week and yes it had mostly Mac announcements there were some other items announced that we discuss
They announced new colors for the HomePod Mini including yellow, orange, and Blue that seem to match iMacs but the colors are off. https://www.apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/
Apple quietly announced a new polishing Cloth for devices especially for Apple displays. For $19.99 we debate: is this a worthy item to purchase? You Probably Won't Be Able to Get Apple's New Polishing Cloth in Time for the Holidays
Apple opened up the event by talking about a new Apple Music plan called Voice Plan at $4.99 per month. But there is a catch: you can only use Siri to ask for songs, playlists, and more. The new Apple Music Voice plan costs $5 a month and is a good option for the casual listener
AirPods 3 Announcement: We review the new features and where it fits in the product line. AirPods lineup comparison: which should you buy?
Dave’s AirPods Pro started crackling and had them replaced under AirPods Pro Service Program for Sound Issues he reviews the process and he is glad Apple had this program.
Cool Stuff. Speck is releasing a line of AirTag cases. Apple AirTag Cases | Speck Dave does a review of the new line including a luggage tag thats magnetic holder.
It's the 20th anniversary of the first iPod October 23, 2021 and we talk about how the iPod revolutionized the way we listened to music. This Week Marks the 20th Anniversary of the iPod This is the original press release from Apple. Apple Presents iPod
List of iPod models - Wikipedia
Apps
Built in Magnifier app
AirBuddy 2
Our Host
David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.
Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.
About our Guests
Holden DePardo studies computer science and is the co-host of Networked Podcast. Twitter: @holdendepardo
Brian DePardo is a writer and IT Professional living in Dallas, TX he is on Twitter @briandepardo Brian will be reading his novel virtually at a Stanford University Student Author Showcase CLICK HERE to register on November 12, 2021.
About our Co-Host
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren are joined by Patrice Brend’amour and Jeff Gamet. Luna Display is not sherlocked anymore you can use your iPad as 2nd display on Windows. iOS 15.0.2 released must update with security fixes. Apple Watch series 7 about to be released. Who is buying one? More iOS15 tips and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Quietly Extends AirPods Pro Repair Program That Addresses Crackling/Static
Apple to Cut iPhone Production Goals by as Many as 10 Million Units Due to Chip Shortages
Google will stop trying to make its iOS apps look like Android apps
Luna Display can now turn your iPad into a secondary display for Windows PCs
'The Problem with Jon Stewart' takes top spot as Apple's most viewed unscripted series
How an AirTag owner used it to find their stolen vehicle
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Apple just fixed zero-day iPhone flaw with iOS 15.0.2 — update now
Beta this week. iOS 15.1 Beta 4 was released this week.
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS and iPadOS 15.1 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 8.1 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 15.1 to Developers
Warren has the iPad Mini 6 and gives his review.
Apple Event October 2021 Apple Event on MacRumors
Redesigned AirPods Expected to be Announced During Monday's 'Unleashed' Apple Event
Apple Watch delivery Warren has one coming he wants green! We discuss if we are upgrading.
Tips
More iOS 15 tips
Drag Apps From Spotlight to Home Screen
Save Multiple Web Images to Your Photo Album
In iOS 15, Apple gives users the ability to drag and drop images, text, files, and more across apps on iPhone. In many apps, you can drag a single item with one finger, and while dragging, select additional items by tapping them with another finger. The selected items move together and appear stacked beneath the finger that's dragging the original item. You can then drag the items as a group and drop them into another app.
Disable Badge App Notifications
App badge notifications can be disabled when users are in Do Not Disturb or "Focus" mode. Go to Settings -> Focus, and choose either Do Not Disturb or any of the other Focus modes listed. Then under "Options," select Home Screen and turn on the switch next to Hide Notification Badges.
How to Take a Screenshot of Apple CarPlay
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Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by Kelly Guimont. We have 4 iOS15 tips including you can now change text size per app. 10 years of Siri. Warren has his iPhone 13 Pro Max. Apple Watch Preorder are we ordering them? iPad Mini 6 we debate ihe difference if the small size is better than the iPad Pro. Plus more.
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News
New AirPods Pro and AirPods Max Firmware Adds Updated Find My Integration and New AirPods Pro Firmware Enables Conversation Boost, Here's How to Turn It On
Apple Crediting 3% Daily Cash to Apple Card Users Who Experienced Issues With iPhone 13 Purchases
Google to Fix Bug That Disables Safari AMP Search Results on iOS 15 Devices
10 years of Siri: the history of Apple's voice assistant
Apple wants CarPlay to be able to control core car functions
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iOS15.0.1 was released this past week. Apple releases iOS 15.0.1 with 'Apple Watch Unlock' fix on iPhone 13 and more
Beta this week. iOS 15.1 Beta 3 was released Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS and iPadOS 15.1 to Developers
Everything New in iOS 15.1 Beta 3: ProRes Video and Macro Mode Toggle for iPhone 13 Pro Users
Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 8.1 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 15.1 to Developers
Warren is feeling better now that he finally has his iPhone 13 Pro Max. He gives his first impressions and what stands out with this new model for him.
Warren was considering the iPad Mini 6 and did ordert it his week and he will provide a review once he receives it. We discuss if it's worth the size difference vs the iPad Pro. We talked about iPad cases and which ones we used. Dave suggested the Zugu case and we talk more on cases ,
Apple Watch pre order ins on 10/08 Apple Watch Series 7 orders start Friday, October 8 Warren is pre ordering the but Dave has Series 6 kelly Series 4 will stay with theres. We discuss the differences and if its worth upgrading.
Tips
Here are some iOS15 tips this week,
Custom Text Size Per App
Make sure to add text size to the Control center. Settings > Control Center and add Text size.
To set the text size in each app individually or all apps, open an app like Notes and goto the Control Center open Text Size and you can set the size to the individual app.
Copy Links from a Tab Group
in Safari and paste in Notes and other documents. Open the Tabs groups tap Edit on top left. Tap the ellipse next to the group you want to send and select copy. You can then paste it in an email, document, or wherever you want to send this to. I find notes is a good place to create that list of linked tabs.
Text Selection Magnifier
This feature was removed in iOS14 and now its back. Tap anywhere that text appears in emails, messages, notes, to move your cursor. The magnifier pops up with the cursor to see the text and assists you in placing the cursor in position.
Find Your Turned Off iPhone
In the Settings app, tap your Apple ID banner at the top, then select Find My. Make sure the switches next to Find My iPhone and Find My network are turned on. That way, you'll be able to find your iPhone in the Find My app under the Devices tab, even if your iPhone has run out of battery or is turned off.
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Kelly Guimont writes for The Mac Observer and is the host of The Daily Observations Podcast. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
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The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by Chuck Joiner and Jeff Gamet. Dave and Chuck have the iPhone 13 Pro Max and give their review including new cinematic mode and macro photos to 2cm. Chuck gives his review of the iPad Mini 6th gen and how it will fit nicely in his workflow. Lots of iOS15 bugs discussed and Dave reviews the Speck iPhone 13 Pro Max cases including the Presidio Perfect Clear and Presidio 2 Pro. Plus more.
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News
iOS 15 Messages Bug Causes Saved Photos to Be Deleted, Stop Photos from Messages Appearing in Photos App in iOS 15 / iPadOS
iOS 15 and iPhone 13 Causing CarPlay Issues for Some Users
Many iPhone 13 Owners Unable to Get Find My Working on New MagSafe Wallet - We also talk about the Find My feature popping up when you walk away from your devices.
iOS 15 Adoption Estimated at Nearly 20% as Users Encounter Several Early Bugs
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Beta this week. iOS15,1 Beta 2 was released which fixed bugs including Apple Watch unlock while wearing a mask.
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS and iPadOS 15.1 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 15.1 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 8.1 to Developers
iOS 15.1 Beta 2 Fixes Bug Preventing iPhone 13 Users From Unlocking With Apple Watch When Masked
We Review the iPhone 13 Pro Max and iPad Mini 6. Both Chuck and Dave bought the iPhone 13 Pro Max Space Grey for Chuck and Sierra Blue for Dave. They give their reviews.
Battery Life iPhone 13 Pro Max Capable of Faster Charging at Up to 27W Speeds
Camera with longer zoom 3X optical, Macro down to 2cm, Cinematic Mode.
120hz refresh is amazing
Safari URL bar and swiping pages. We debate the URL bar at the bottom and we do like it there
Some iPhone 13 Users Reporting Intermittent Touch Issues, Older Models Also Affected After Updating to iOS 15
iPhone 13 Pro Max Earns DisplayMate's Best Smartphone Display Award
iPad Mini 6 - Chuck bought a Space Grey model and gave his review.
iPad Mini vs. iPad Air Buyer's Guide
The Migration process is so improved for both iPhone and iPad. We discuss the process and how great it is. Including the transfer of the Apple Watch from old iPhone to new.
Cases - Speck released new models for iPhone, What cases do we have? Here are ones Dave has including review units from Speck. Speck cases Explore Presidio®2 Presidio Perfect-Clear Compatible with MagSafe iPhone 13 Pro Max Cases and Miracase Shockproof Protective Phone Case
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Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
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Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined in person by guest Guy Serle. We are attending Virtual Macstock 2021 on Saturday. iOS15 was released and we have our first impressions and review some of the new features. iOS15.1 Beta 1 was released. A We discuss if you should upgrade your iPhone. Guy brought way too many Mics on his trip to Chicago and more. .
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News
Apple Releases iOS 12.5.5 Update for Older iPhones
Low-Cost iPad and iPod Touch Are Last iOS Devices With Headphone Jack as iPad Mini 6 Drops Support
EU Proposes to Force Apple to Switch iPhone, iPad, and AirPods From Lightning to USB-C
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iOS15 was released to the public this past week. We discussed some of the changes and new features.
What you should do before installing iOS15
Run a Backup Tap Settings > Your Account > Icloud Backup and run the backup.
Check to make sure you have enough storage. You now only need 500MB free space to install per Apple.
These iOS 15 Features Aren't Available on the iPhone X or Older
Apple Releases iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 With Safari Updates, Focus Mode, Live Text, iCloud+, System-Wide Translate, On-Device Siri and More
iOS 15, iPadOS 15, MacOS Monterey: 10 Big Changes to Your Apple Device
Apple Releases watchOS 8 With Mindfulness App, Focus Mode, Messages Updates, Find My and Contacts
All the iOS 15 Features You Won't Get Until Later
iOS 15 Officially Released with These 7 Exciting New Features
iOS 15 Removes Do Not Disturb Option That Silenced Notifications Only When iPhone Was Locked
Apple Releases New HomePod 15 Software With Siri Playback Support, HomePod Mini Stereo Pairs, and More
Beta this week. iOS15 was released on 9/20 and 2 days later iOS15.1 was released. We review what's new and should you wait until it's released to upgrade to iOS15.1. SharePlay has been enabled. SharePlay Re-Enabled in iOS 15.1, iPadOS 15.1, and tvOS 15.1 Betas
Everything New in iOS 15.1 Beta 1
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 15.1 and iPadOS 15.1 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 8.1 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 15.1 to Developers
Do you really need to upgrade your iPhone? There are many reasons not to we discuss thai
4 Features the iPhone 12 doesn't have that the iPhone 13 does.
Focus mode mention check our Friend Brittany Smith on YouTube. Exploring Notifications and Focus in iOS 15 for iPhone
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Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
The latest In Touch With iOS Dave interviewed Dan Keldsen from Plexicam. We discuss what the Plexicam is, how it revolutionized the way you can position yourself at eye level without really blocking too much on the screen. We talk about what cams can be used including the iPhone, a Webcam and a smaller size DSLR.
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Link to purchase the Plexicam: Plexicam: The Teleprompter Alternative
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Dan Keldsen (PlexiCam)is the co-founder of the company which specializes in helping you work better while on video conferences, Zoom or Microsoft Teams calls and others by keeping your webcam at eye leve.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by guest Jeff Gamet. The Apple event was this week and they announced iPhone 13, iPad Min 6, Apple Watch series 7 and more. We review the event and talk about what we are buying and not buying. Apple TV+ new shows and There are many Apple product placements in shows but not the bad guys. iOS15 is almost released. iOS14.8 update is very important to install to fix security bugs.
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News
Here's How Apple Strategically Places Its Products In Apple TV+ Shows
Apple Releases iOS 14.8 and iPadOS 14.8 With Security Updates
Important: you need to upgrade to iOS14.8 right away this fixes a bad security flaw. Apple's iOS 14.8 Update Fixes Zero-Click Exploit Used to Distribute Pegasus Spyware
Apple's Shazam Control Center Music Recognition Feature Hits 1 Billion Songs Identified
Apple Makes Latest AirTags Firmware Available to All Users
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Beta this week. iOS 15 RC Apple Seeds iOS and iPadOS 15 Release Candidates to Developers Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of watchOS 8 to Developers Apple Seeds tvOS 15 Release Candidate to Developers
iOS 15, iPadOS 15, watchOS 8, and tvOS 15 Will Be Released On September 20
Everything new with HomePod's upcoming software update
The Apple event was this week with announcements of new iPads, Apple Watch, iPhone, and event updates to Fitness+. The panel discusses what was good and what was bad and what we will be buying. Everything Announced at Today's Apple Event
Apple TV+ new shows and seasons coming this Month the Morning Show, Foundation, The Problem with Jon Stewart, Invasion, Swagger, Finch, The Shrink Next Door and of course Ted Lasso continues its season. We talked about these new and returning shows and is Apple TV+ really a thing.
iPad 9th Gen and iPad Mini 6th Gen
Apple Watch Series 7 coming this fall.
iPhone 13, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max.
iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max - Technical Specifications
iPad mini - Technical Specifications
iPad 10.2-inch - Technical Specifications
Apple Watch Series 7
Apple Fitness+
Items we discussed that were not announced during the event.
All of the New iPhone 13 Camera Features: Macro, Cinematic Mode, Photographic Styles, Sensor Improvements and More
iPhone 13 Models Support Dual eSIMs [Updated]
iPhone 13 Models Are Heavier and Thicker Than iPhone 12 Models
All iPhone 13 Models Feature Significantly Improved Battery Life, Up to 2.5 Hours Longer for iPhone 13 Pro Max
iPhone XR and iPhone 12 Pro Discontinued, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 11, and iPhone SE Still Available
Apple Quietly Removes 256GB iPhone SE Model From Online Store
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
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Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Jeff Gamet and Guy Serle. Apple event California Dreaming is next week and we review all the rumors and give our predictions to what to expect. We wonder why these Apple leakers need to talk about new product rumors before the other ones come out. Will USB-C replace the lightning port on the iPhone. Microsoft Teams adds CarPlay support and more.
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News
Apple delays plan to scan iPhones for child exploitation images
Apple Watch Chief Kevin Lynch Now Leading Apple Car Efforts
Microsoft Teams is getting Apple CarPlay support
Topics
Beta this week. iOS15 Beta 8 is still out but are we close to a release candidate?
Apple Seeds Ninth Beta of tvOS 15 to Developers
Apple sends invites for Sept. 14 launch event, where new iPhones are expected we talk about Predictions. What will be announced at the Apple event next week The event is titled California Streaming could there be TV announcements or something related to this. We each give our predictions and what we think will be announced.
Maybe some streaming partner working with Apple? Or a new service?
iPhone 13
iPad Mini 6 and / or entry level “9th Gen” iPad? 8th-Generation iPad Stocks Running Low Ahead of Next Week's Apple Event
Apple Watch Series 7
AirPods Pro 3
Maybe expansion of TV+
Apple Teases iOS 15 Features Ahead of Sept 14 Apple Event
Then its funny why are we already talking about iPhone 14? Jon Prosser on iPhone 14: No Notch, No Camera Bump, Titanium Design, and More and will the lightning connector ever go away?
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Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Macstock organizer Mike Potter. We recorded this next to a lake in McHenry county. We chat about the upcoming Virtual Macstock 2021 event coming up. What is the best iOS browser and we like Firefox. Flipboard is a great news aggregator and ITWIOS has a magazine on the service. What do we have in our Apple Wallet and its not a Drivers License. Plus getting ready for iOS15 and iPadOS15 you should back up and clean up before upgrading.
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We are coming to you from McHenry County, Illinois in a city named Wonder Lake sitting outside on the lake shore not too far from Macatock headquarters. We talk about the great weather and how we are able to bring you this episode in the backyard and how the tech is working for us.
The virtual Macstock conference is coming up on September 25, 2021 Mike and Dave talk about the history of Macstock, what we like most about the conference, and its future. This years conference is again virtual with a twist. There is a VIP ticket available where limited fan can join in on the conference in person and course following social distancing guidelines. Dave is also co-hosting the event with Mike and will be helping with the chat room and the virtual sessions.
The last time Mike was on the show (Episode 74) we talked about our default browser used on the iPhone and iPad. We revisit this and find which one we use. Browser support has come a long way since including making any browser your default. Screen shot tool in Firefox. Privacy in the browser.
Mozilla Firefox iOS
Microsoft Edge iOS
Google Chrome iOS
Opera iOS
Brave Browser iOS
DuckDuckGo iOS
Comparing the Best Web Browsers for iPhone or iPad
Flipboard - we discussed how it works with iOS and its uses. Mike and Dave both reveal what they follow on Flipboard and both of us find it to be a great way to get your news. ITWIOS has its own magazine. Click this link to subscribe.
The wallet has become the way to store credit cards, and loyalty cards but now Apple is introducing Digital ID for drivers licenses. Where is this going in the future and do we use this now and will we in the future. Joanna Stern article about this from Wall Street Journal. https://www.wsj.com/articles/wallets-are-over-your-phone-is-your-everything-now-11630846800?st=gzsf5calzqincq4&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink
Getting ready for iOS15 and iPadOS15. The new iOS15 will be here before you know it and here are some tips to be ready before clicking that install button. Get ready for iOS 15 and iPadOS 15Get ready for iOS 15 and iPadOS 15
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Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Expo: and host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Twitter @macstockexpo and @formaceyesonly
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and he is joined by Jeff Gamet and Patrice Brend; Amour. We discuss if you should reboot your iPhone frequently or not as well as should you exit out of apps in iOS. The iPhone could use satellites to communicate. RIP Locast as it has shut down. Apple acquires classical music service Primephonic. Virtual Macstock 2021 coming September 25, 2021 plus more.
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News
Apple Releases Revised Version of Latest AirTags Firmware Update
Apple Watch Series 7 Production Reportedly Delayed Due to Quality Issues [Updated]
Apple Watch 7 surprise health feature just tipped — and it could be a game changer
Apple Sends 50 Boxes of 'Ted Lasso' Biscuits to Wrexham AFC Soccer Club Owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney
Apple Wallet won't replace your physical ID anytime soon
Apple concedes to let apps like Netflix, Spotify, and Kindle link to the web to sign up
What a great service to use on your iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV. Had to know it was coming. Locast Shutting Down: Free Streaming App Ends Service After Lawsuit
Apple Acquires Classical Music Service Primephonic, Will Launch Dedicated Classical Music App How Apple's Purchase of Primephonic Could Benefit Classical Music Lovers
This Normal-Looking Lightning Cable Steals All of Your Data
YouTube Premium and Music Surpasses 50 Million Subscribers
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Beta this week. iOS15 Beta 8 was released this week. Was there anything notable that changed we discuss this.
Apple Seeds Eighth Betas of iOS and iPadOS 15 to Developers [Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Eighth Beta of watchOS 8 to Developers [Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Eighth Beta of tvOS 15 to Developers [Public Beta Available]
Some new iOS15 features we discuss,
iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 will launch this month without these features
How many times should you reboot your iPhone? Apple says it's not really necessary but we discuss what we all do. Also should you close out all apps running in the background? Apple says it doesn't matter but some of us might OCD and want a clean slate.
Could the iPhone connect to satellites? Its possible but where would that giant antenna go? Future iPhones Could Feature Satellite Connectivity for Emergency Situations
Virtual Macstock 2021 is on September 25, 2021 sign up for free Virtual tickets or better yet join in person with a VIP pass. Visit the website for more information and sign up. macstock2021.com
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About our Guests
Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by guest Holden DePardo. Leaker Jon Prosser reports Apple is working on FaceID while using a mask built in without needing the Apple Watch. There is a iOS permissions list and Jamf put together a paper on this makes you aware of app permissions. Google pays Apple $15B to be default search. Tips on how you send a scan from iPhone or iPad right to your Mac and YouTube premium has a setting so PIP is on when navigating away from the app plus more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
T-Mobile Offering Free Year of Apple TV+ to Select Customers Starting Wednesday
Apple Shares 'The Morning Show' Season 2 Trailer
Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney Demand Ted Lasso Biscuits in Satirical Letter Addressed to Apple TV+
Today Marks 10 Years Since Tim Cook Became Apple's CEO
Touch ID Not Returning With iPhone 13, Despite Apple Testing Under-Screen Sensor
Zero-click iPhone attack defeats Blastdoor; may still work today
Analysts: Google to pay Apple $15 billion to remain default Safari search engine in 2021
Apple AirTag gets new firmware update
Topics
Beta this week. iOS15 Beta 7 was released this week.
Apple Seeds Seventh Betas of iOS and iPadOS 15 to Developers
Apple to Release iOS 15 iCloud Private Relay as a Public Beta
What's New With HomeKit in iOS 15
iCloud+'s New Custom Email Domain Feature Now Available in Beta
Apple Seeds Seventh Beta of watchOS 8 to Developers
Apple Seeds Seventh Beta of tvOS 15 to Developers
Dave has YouTube Premium and it's so nice not to have to watch all those ads. They finally give you PIP on your iPhone. YouTube Premium Subscribers Can Now Use iOS Picture-in-Picture: Here's How and you do need to change it in your YouTube settings.
Leaker Jon Prosser reports that Apple is working on a new Face ID that is mask-compatible How cool would that be? We had a listener question on how you do it now: Unlock your iPhone with Apple Watch when you're wearing a face mask We forget that Apple enabled this in iOS 14 and how important it is to know you need an Apple Watch for this to work.
iOS Permissions were added in iOS 14.5 and Jamf wrote up a great blog post on what Apps ask for in permissions. What are the iOS permissions that your favorite apps don't need? Jamf knows. Do we all say don’t allow apps to track or give them permissions?
Tips
How to reset AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max
How do you update the Apple Watch? We review the process.
Scanning Directly to Your Mac with an iPhone or iPad
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Holden DePardo studies computer science and the co-host of Networked Podcast. Twitter: @holdendepardo Check out his latest episode on notes and iOS15 focus mode. https://apple.co/2Zp5OIp
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Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by Kelly Guimont. The Ted Lasso stickers for iMessage are here! The Apple Card is the best credit card out there according to JD Power. Dave reviews 5 tips for the Apple Watch. Big changes in iOS15 Safari with toggle to address bar to the top and SharePlay won’t be ready for release its removed in Beta 6 for now. Will Apple move to USB-C port or go portless on the iPhone? Lightning port days might be numbers. Plus more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Releases Updated Firmware for New Siri Remote
Apple Card to Lose Magnetic Stripe By 2029, Apple Card is best US credit card, says JD Power
Kelly’s article: How Apple Pay Mitigates Breach Fatigue – The Mac Observer
Titanium Apple Watch Series 6 Models Now Entirely Unavailable
Adobe Announces New Features for Photoshop on Desktop and iPad and we talk about using the Apple Pencil with apps.
iOS 14.7.1 users complain about 'No service' bug after updating their iPhones
Apple releases Ted Lasso sticker pack for iMessage and Clips
HBO Max plans to fix broken Apple TV app 'within days'
iCloud for Windows updated with new password manager app
Netflix now rolling out Spatial Audio support on iPhone and iPad
Topics
Beta this week. iOS15 Beta 6 is released. Apple is changing Safari and will not release SharePlay when it launches.Apple Seeds Sixth Betas of iOS and iPadOS 15 to Developers
Everything New in iOS 15 Beta 6: SharePlay Disabled, Safari Redesigned and More
Apple Seeds Sixth Beta of watchOS 8 to Developers, Apple Seeds Sixth Beta of tvOS 15 to Developers
Big changes in iOS15 Beta 6 changes with Safari and SharePlay.
Apple Reverses iOS 15 Safari Changes With New Toggle for Top Address Bar
FaceTime SharePlay Feature Won't Be Available When iOS 15 Launches
Will Apple change to USB-C from lightning? https://www.zdnet.com/article/apple-iphone-could-be-forced-to-use-usb-c-instead-of-lightning/
Major data breach with T-Mobile we discuss what happened and how bad it is.T-Mobile Data Breach Included Personal Information of Almost 50 Million Customers
Apple Watch 5 Tips you should Know.
- Changing the layout of your Apple Watch
- Hiding the third-party Apple Watch apps
- Mute Apple Watch notifications
- How to make your Apple Watch a few minutes fast, on purpose
- use your Apple Watch as an alarm clock
Kelly likes wearing her Apple Watch while sleeping and the light tap to wake. There is a concern that you have to charge the Watch Do it while taking a shower or before you leave for work it charges relatively fast.
Kelly uses this Apple Watch charging base. W3 Stand for Apple Watch - White — elago so cool!
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David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.
Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont writes for The Mac Observer and is the host of The Daily Observations Podcast. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS Dave is joined by Chuck Joiner. Is iOS14.8 a thing before they released iOS15? It looks like its possible. What are our favorite items we use on our iOS and other devices? A hint: the iPhone and Apple Watch are our top 2 devices. Emergency alerts: do we keep them on or turn them off so we are not disturbed. You can get 4TB of iCloud storage with tip but you need the Apple One premier Bundle. Plus much more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Begins Selling Refurbished 8th-Generation iPad Starting at $279
Free, Ad-Supported IMDb TV Streaming Service Launches Standalone Mobile Apps
Is Apple updating to iOS14.8? It's unusual that Apple would do this since iOS15 will be out very soon. Even With iOS 15 Coming Soon, Apple Appears to Be Working on an iOS 14.8 Update
New U.S. Antitrust Bill Would Require Apple and Google to Allow Third-Party App Stores and Sideloading
Apple TV+ has highest average engagement per video
Topics
Beta this week. iOS15 Beta 5 was released this week.
Everything New in iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 Beta 5
Apple Seeds Fifth Beta of watchOS 8 to Developers
iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 Developer Tool Can More Heavily Prioritize 5G Versus Wi-Fi Connections
Second AirPods Pro Firmware Beta Adds Conversation Boost
There has been quite a few weather related emergencies the last few weeks and we discuss why and how you can receive US government emergency alerts on your iPhone and how to turn them off if you desire, How to turn on/off test emergency alerts on iPhone
Both Dave and Chuck own all the great Apple products but what is the most valuable feature? They have a great discussion on this and discuss each one below.
iPhone - Information management is top for both of us. Triage email on the go.
iPad - another place to look things up. Using Trello. Dave uses it to consume video. Apple Pencil use. Also the Apple Watch, Apple TV, and HomePod.
Do you have the Apple One Premier bundle? Here is How to Get 4TB of iCloud Storage with Apple One Premier
Using the Auto fill passwords from iCloud keychain vs a password manager like 1Password. We review which one we use or do we use both?
Our Host
David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.
Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by guest Jeff Gamet. The Apple Watch we review how we use it mostly and apps that we use. Listener asks if Fitbit works with iOS. Is iTunes Match a thing anymore and why all the outages lately? iTunes Match could be retired soon we discuss. Dave has a new Samsung 32” UHD 4K monitor that works great with an iPad Pro. Do we like the new Apple Store design on the website and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Remains 'Largely Absent' in U.S. Smart Speaker Market
Apple Promoting Exclusive Deals for Apple Card Users in the Wallet App
T-Mobile Shutting Down Sprint's LTE Network in June 2022
Apple's Website Gains Redesigned Store Section and Dedicated 'Store' Tab
iMazing app can now detect Pegasus spyware on iPhone
Full version of iMazing on sale https://slickdeals.net/share/iphone_app/t/15203257
Titanium Apple Watch Series 6 Models Currently Widely Unavailable
Topics
Beta this week. iOS15 Bets 4 continues,
Latest iOS 15 Beta Appears to Automatically Remove Lens Flare From Photos in Certain Conditions
Apple Starts Highlighting App Store Events in iOS 15
Apple's New Feature That Scans Messages for Nude Photos is Only for Children, Parental Notifications Limited to Kids Under 13 on iOS15
This week we discuss the Apple Watch and we examine what apps we used the most and how we use them. Are there any app favorites and could we be without the Apple Watch. Watch bands have become quite a popular thing to have and we have multiple ones.
Listener question: Chris asks How would you manage a fitbit in iOS? Fitbit has its own app Fitbit: Health & Fitness on the App Store but all the health data is maintained in the FitBit app and not the Apple Health app. There are many 3rd party apps that will sync with the health app including: Power Sync for Fitbit on the App Store
Dave has a new Samsung 32” monitor and is loving it for his Mac. 32" UJ590 UHD Monitor Monitors - LU32J590UQNXZA But did you know that you can use it with your iPad? The image is crisp and for a much lower price is a great option for a large screen with the iPad.
Is iTunes Match really needed at this point? This article talks about widespread issues with the service and many users were frustrated. If you have Apple Music at this point it may not be really worth it and a redundant service but those who dont subscribe like what it does if its still going to be around. We discussed this.
Apps
AirVisual iOS
Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and has a wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Co-Host
Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by Brittany Smith. Apple wants to call the police on leakers unless they reveal sources..There is a must update to iOS14.7.1 and watchOS 7.6.1 to fix security bugs. Tunein Radio partnered with iHeart Radio and now has the content on Tunein we review podcast apps and media. Siri won’t have some 3rd party developers including ride sharing services plus more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Q3 Earnings results were announced this week and we discuss how they did with links below we referenced.
Apple Reports 3Q 2021 Results: $21.7B Profit on $81.4B Revenue, New June Quarter Records
Apple's Mac and iPad Sales Continue to Surge in Q3 2021
Apple posts $81B quarterly results: Charts – Six Colors
Apple's Services Revenue Reaches $17.5 Billion in Q3 2021, Setting New All-Time Record
Ongoing supply constraints could affect iPhone, iPad in September quarter
Apple Expecting iPhone and iPad Supply Constraints in September Quarter
Apple Saw Double Digit Growth in iPhone Upgraders and Switchers in Q3 2021
Apple Says Don't Buy AirTag Replacement Batteries With Bitter Coating
GarageBand for iPhone and iPad Gaining All-New Sound Packs From Top Artists Like Dua Lipa and Lady Gaga
eBay Adds Support for Apple Pay on its Website
Topics
Important to update now with this security vulnerability. Apple releases iOS 14.7.1 with fix for Apple Watch unlock bug, more and Apple Releases watchOS 7.6.1 With Security Updates
Beta this week. iOS 15 Beta 4 was released this week. Public Beta was released too.
Everything New in iOS 15 Beta 4: Safari Tweaks, MagSafe Battery Pack Support, Notification Updates and More
iPadOS 15 Gains macOS Monterey's Redesigned Safari Tab Interface
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS and iPadOS 15 to Developers
iOS 15 Adds Built-In Relaxation Sounds Called ‘Background Sounds’
Has the panel used Live Text yet?
Looks like Apple is going to reduce the 3rd party apps ability to use Siri including asking to get a Uber. iOS 15 to Limit Siri Functionality With Third-Party Apps
Apple is demanding that a chinese leaker reveal their sources or they will be reported to the police. Does Apple have any rights with this? We debate this and do we really follow these leakers closely anyway? Apple Demands Leaker Reveals Sources Under Threat of Being Reported to Police
Media / Podcasts apps. We talked about Pocket Casts being bought previously well there are other services partnering for content. TuneIn and IHeart Radio announced a partnership that will add the 850 iHeart Radio stations on TuneIn. TuneIn and iHeartMedia Partner on Strategic Technology and Content Distribution Deal What are the differences of the 2 apps? Other apps like Audacy (formerly radio.com) has all the CBS radio stations and they do not share their content anywhere else. All 3 of these apps also have podcasts (including ours) listed too so you are seeing a trend here. They all have ads too with TuneIn and iHeart offering a premium subscription with no ads.
The Google Podcasts added a cool feature providing suggestions at the bottom of items that were discussed in a podcast.
Apps
Angry Birds Reloaded on the App Store
Our Host
David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.
Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.
About our Guest
Brittany Smith is a cognitive neuroscientist who provides a variety of consulting services through her business, Devise and Conquer that includes ADD/ADHD coaching, technology coaching, productivity consulting, and more. She is a self-designated “well-rounded geek”, and holds a M.S. degree in Cognitive Neuroscience. She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator. Check out her latest project, a YouTube channel of tech tips.
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by Chuck Joiner and welcomed last minute guest Guy Serle. Guy has his first show after setting up his new desk. The Magsafe battery pack for iPhone 12 worth it? Not for the iPhone 12 Pro Max. There os a patent for Apple TV set top box could it replace your cable box and other devices if its released? iOS14.7 and iPadOS14.7 was released to the public. We reviewed the new features. The very first beta firmware for developers on AirPods Pro and Warren will not install it. . We talk about Virtual Macstock 2021 coming soon with limited capacity VIP in person venue Plus more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Photos of Apple's New MagSafe Battery Pack Provide First Look at Thickness, MagSafe Battery Pack Tidbits: Thickness, Weight, Charging Details, and More Nomad cover for the battery.
Instagram for iOS introduces Sensitive Content Control
Automattic, owner of Tumblr and WordPress.com, buys podcast app Pocket Casts
Jon Stewart Promo for Upcoming Apple TV+ Show Makes Fun of Billionaire Space Race and Ted Lasso Season 2 Premieres July 23rd,
AirTag Helps Man Recover Wallet on the New York Subway a Day after Losing It
iOS and Android Activations Now Split Evenly in the U.S., Research Shows
Topics
Beta this week. iOS15 Beta 3 is still going. iOS 15: What's New With Notifications and what else are we finding in beta? Safari changed and the floating address bar was reverted back.
You can now install beta firmware on AirPods Pro. How to Install Apple's Beta Firmware on AirPods Pro Developers only and its beta proceed with caution.
iOS14.7 has been released to the public with some new features and bug fixes. Here are links to stories we reviewed and what is new. Apple Confirms iOS 14.7 Fixes WiFi Bug and Many Other Vulnerabilities
Apple Releases iOS 14.7 With MagSafe Battery Support and Apple Card Family Credit Limit Combining
iOS 14.7 and iPadOS 14.7 Features: What's New
iOS 14.7 Bug Prevents iPhones with Touch ID to Unlock Apple Watch Automatically
Apple makes a rare move and releases iPadOS 14.7 on a different day than iOS 14.7,
Apple support article on what was added.
About the security content of iOS 14.7 and iPadOS 14.7
iPadOS 14.7 was released a day later not a normal thing Apple has done in the past.
Apple Releases iPadOS 14.7 With Apple Card Merging Option, Fix for 3.5mm Headphone Jack to USB-C Adapter Bug
Not much updated to WatchOS 7.6
Apple Releases watchOS 7.6, Bringing ECG and Irregular Heart Rhythm Notifications to 30 New Regions
So there are some devices that don’t work Apple Music's Spatial Audio Feature Doesn't Work With Built-In Speakers of iPhone XR, iPad, or iPad mini
I could see a nice face iPad Mini. We discuss. Rumor: 2021 iPad mini to Feature Mini-LED Display
This is a good thing I could get used to not paying for a Cable box. . A future Apple TV set-top box may replace your cable box : Apple World Today We debate streaming services vs Cable TV and the value they have.
Suppose | Compare Streaming TV Services
Live TV Streaming Services Channel Comparison - Cordcutting.com
Tips
You know this Message feature you send to your loved ones or friends when you can’t take their call. You can send a message on your iPhone to avoid using the “Sorry, I can’t talk right now”? Go to Settings > Phone, and Respond With Text, then replace one of the existing messages with your own.
Dave is one to listen to news, music, or a podcast as you drift off to sleep? I know I am not alone. Did you know you can have your iPhone stop playing music after a certain time - just set a Timer, choose how long you want your timer to last for, and before you complete, press ‘When Timer Ends’. You can then scroll down to the bottom and select ‘Stop Playing’.
Virtual Macstock 2021
Macstock 2021 is virtual with added limited VIP in person seats! Virtual Macstock 2021 Register for the Free virtual Macstock or better yet join in person. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Our Host
David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65. He is also President of the Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group.
About our Guests
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Patrice Brend’amour and Jeff Gamet. We discuss 8 features introduced in iOS4 11 years ago that are still used today. How toRename AirTags, running shortcuts to automate you waking up. What faces and complications we use on the Apple Watch. Apple One Bundle is it till worth the cost and which ones do we have, iOS14.7 beta 5 fixes wifi issue plus more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple TV+ Series 'Defending Jacob' Now Available on DVD and Blu-ray
Rancher Uses Apple Watch to Find iPhone 12 in a Haystack in Apple's Latest Ad
U.S. President Joe Biden to Direct FTC to Draft Right to Repair Rules
Some Users Report Sudden HomePod Failure on 14.6 and 15 Beta Software
Apple Participating in Sales Tax Holiday for Select U.S. States
Apple TV+ Posts New 'Ted Lasso' Video Ahead of July 23 Premiere
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Our new Guest Patrice like us Apple Stuff Patrice has.
Beta this week. iOS 14.7 Beta 5 was released. iOS15 Beta 2 and Public beta is still in full swing. Thoughts on iOS15 so far.
Apple Seeds Fifth Betas of iOS and iPadOS 14.7 to Developers and Public Beta Testers
Latest iOS 14.7 beta fixes bug that caused certain network names to disable your iPhone's Wi-Fi
Apple Seeds Fifth Beta of watchOS 7.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fifth Beta of tvOS 14.7 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fifth Betas of iOS and iPadOS 14.7 to Developers and Public Beta Testers
Faces and complications what do we use on the Apple Watch
Navigating the App store finding what you want in apps.
The LIDAR app Jeff “discovered:” Canvas Pocket 3D Room Scanner Canvas: Pocket 3D Room Scanner on the App Store
We haven't talked about the Apple One Bundles in a while how do you sign up for them and are they valuable. How to Sign Up For an Apple One Bundle on an iPhone
“Apple One” subscription plan
These 8 iOS 4 Features We're Still Using 11 Years Later. Its hard to believe it's been 11 years since iOS 4 was released and there were some great features that were added that were revolutionary. We continue to use them and take them for granted but they are as valuable today.
Multitasking
Spellcheck
Home Screen Folders
Game Center
Custom Wallpapers
AirPlay
Retina Display
FaceTime
Tips
How to Rename AirTags
Jeff’s How to do Everything with AirTag: How to do Everything with Apple’s AirTag
How to run shortcuts automations when you wake up
Hide your Photos and Videos in iOS
Apps
Transloader for Mac, iPhone and iPad
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guests
Patrice Brend’amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by regular guest Jeff Gamet. There were 100 million iPhones sold in less that 7 months. Shortcuts review with Jeff he talks about a great one that adds a iPhone frame to a screenshot. iOS15 Pubilc beta was released we still say don’t do it on a primary device. Control Center and what do we add to the menu and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
iPhone 12 Passes 100 Million Sales in First Super-Cycle Since iPhone 6
Try Out T-Mobile's Network For Free With eSIM
Apple Releases Apple Watch International Collection Bands and Faces
Here are the bands Apple Watch United States International Collection Sport Loop
Apple quietly buys Roku remote button for struggling Apple TV+
Topics
Beta this week. There is so much beta including iOS14.7 Beta 4 and iOS15 Public betas released.
Apple Releases Revised Versions of iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 Second Betas
Apple Seeds First Public Betas of iOS 15 and iPadOS 15
Apple Seeds First watchOS 8 Public Beta
Apple Releases First Public Beta of tvOS 15
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS and iPadOS 14.7 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 7.6 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 14.7 to Developers
The First iPhone Went on Sale 14 Years Ago Today what we remember with the
Shortcuts - Jeff has some great shortcuts he is going to review.
Shortcuts Corner: Apple Frames for iPhone 12 and SE, Get Image Resolution, Encode Images to Base64, and Search Articles in Reeder
Folders in Shortcuts.
Control Center on iOS what so we add and use all the time? We review what works for us.
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren We are joined by new guest Dan Wassink from Dan’s Tutorials. Warren had success with his AppleTag after his dog chewed it, As a new guest Dan tells us about all the Apple stuff he owns. Dan also givss us some great tips using the Control Center on Apple TV you may not know about. MultiTasking on the iPad we give some tips and what has changed in iPadOS15 plus more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Another person accidentally swallows an AirPod, still works after being 'retrieved'
iCloud Calendar spam continues to impact users, despite Apple's multiple fixes
iPhone 12 Mini Production Reportedly Ended Earlier Than Expected Due to Relatively Low Sales
iOS Bug Causes Specific Network Name to Disable Wi-Fi on iPhones
Fox Now App No Longer Supports Third-Generation Apple TV
YouTube Says iOS Picture-in-Picture Coming to All US Users
Apple's Shazam Music Discovery Service Surpasses 1 Billion Shazams Per Month
AppShopper is Shutting Down on June 30, 2021
OneDrive for Web Gains Image Editing Tools, Coming to iOS App Soon
Apple Releases Revised AirTag Firmware Update
Topics
Warren has news about the AirTag from his dog biting it and Apple is replacing it.
As we always ask with our new guests, Dan Wassink tells us all the Apple gear he has and how he uses them,
Beta this week. iOS14.7 Beta 3 is still out released last week no word on when this will be released to the public. iOS15 Beta 1 rolls on from the WWDC announcement 2 weeks ago. Public beta should hit in July. What features are starting to stand out. iOS 15 beta hands-on: 300+ changes and features [Video]
Multi-tasking on the iPad (I have the beta on my iPad)
How to use some of the photo recognition that is coming in iOS 15 with iOS 14 (Scan in the Notes app will recognize text and add to Spotlight search). Demonstrated in one of my lessons.
Redesigned Safari - We discuss how most of are not a fan so far.
Apple publishes new user guide detailing how sideloading and third-party app stores would undermine iPhone security the panel discusses how the App Store needs improvement to make things better.
Tips
Control Center on the Apple TV - I demonstrated this with your user group and decided it’d be a good lesson. Something probably not used often?
Apps
Dan
YouTube Ads Auto-Skipper - A new app I discovered and love! Mutes and skips those pesky YouTube ads automatically. The best 99¢ I’ve spent in a while! Note-Doesn’t work on M1s.
Dave
NetNewsWire for iPhone and iPad adds iCloud sync, Twitter and Reddit integration, more
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guest
Dan Wassink @danwassink is the the owner, trainer, and most everything else for Dan’s Tutorials. He has created over 2,000 lessons on how to use the Mac, iPad, iPhone, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. He also helps out a local school that is Apple based, and has worked for Apple. With over 10 years of experience in online training, he is ready to help you!
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by returning guests Holden DePardo and Brian DePardo. Warren's dog bit her airtag and we wondered did it survive and keep working? Many complaints about iPadOS15 and lack of features we discuss. There were many items not discussed during the WWDC keynote including supporting NTFS drives to copy files to the iPad and more. Are Apple Podcast subscriptions worth it and we we review this. There 2 betas iOS14.7 and iOS15 plus 3 great app picks by our guests.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Launches Podcasts Subscriptions
Facebook to launch its own podcast platform next week
Apple CEO Tim Cook: Sideloading Apps Would 'Destroy the Security' of the iPhone
Congress to vote on new antitrust package that wants zero Apple pre-installed apps on the iPhone
Sonos Complains About Apple's Restrictions on Third-Party Siri Access in Antitrust Hearing
Angry Birds Reloaded, Doodle God Universe and Alto's Odyssey: The Lost City Coming to Apple Arcade
Apple to Reduce Apple TV+ Free Trial to Three Months From July 1
Apple Maintains 5G Market Lead in Q1 2021 Despite Vivo and Samsung Gains
Beats Studio Buds vs. AirPods and AirPods Pro
Topics
AirTags and Dogs Warren’s dog Lola did bite the tag did it survive? Well it would not pair to hos iPhone we discuss. How to reset your AirTag
Beta this week. iOD 14.7 Beta 3 was released are we closer to finally being released now that iOS 15 is in full swing? iOS15 Beta week 2 and it will not be released as a public beta until July 2021.
Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS and iPadOS 14.7 to Developers
iOS15 still in beta 1 You Won’t Get These iOS 15 Features without an iPhone XS/XR or Newer
We talk about the many items that were discovered added to iOS15 and iPadOS15 that were not mentioned in the WWDC keynote. Of note the support of NTFS drives and a progress indicator.
iPadOS 15: Files App Gains NTFS Support, Progress Indicator, and More
iPhone Apps on iPadOS 15 Now Run in Landscape
iOS 15 Allows You to Request Refunds for In-App Purchases Directly Within Apps
App Picks
Brian:
iA Writer - Best writing tool out there.
pwd - Password Generator - Beautiful free password generator
Holden
CardHop
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guests
Holden DePardo studies computer science and co-hosts two podcasts: Respawn Aim Fire and Networked Podcast. Twitter: @holdendepardo
Brian DePardo is a writer and IT Professional living in Dallas, TX he is on Twitter @briandepardo
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by Kelly Guimont and Jeff Gamet. #WWDC21 is all the talk we love Live Text! iOS has 2 betas will iOS 14.7 Beta 2 and iOS15 was released this week. The iPad finally has Widgets on the home screen and the app library with app shelf . Great new privacy stuff added including iCloud Private Relay @davehamilton has a great article with an in depth review of this . iCloud+ and so many new privacy features at no cost and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
The news this week was #WWDC21 and what new things were released. We dig into this in the topics.
Topics
Kelly and Dave review the WWDC predictions they gave from last week’s episode.
Beta this week iOS14.7 Beta 2 is still out and should be released soon. Meanwhile iOS15 and PadOS15 was announced at WWDC this week. It's a developer beta only and Apple will release the public beta in July. We talk about iOS15 iOS 15 Preview - Features and iPadOS15 iPadOS 15 Preview - Features what's exciting and what to look forward to as a few of us have it installed. iPadOS15 finally has widgets and Apple Library with a shelf stack plus the new live text feature.
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 8 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 15 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS and iPadOS 15 to Developers
iOS 15 Compatible With All iPhones That Run iOS 14
iOS 15 Preview - Apple
iPadOS 15 Preview - Apple
watchOS 8 Preview - Apple
WWDC announcements were great but it was quite a bit to take in.
We discuss
SharePlay
FaceTime
Live Text
Visual Look Up
iPadOS15 added Widgets to home screen, App Library, and App Shelf Stack
Weather App more features added from Dark Sky App could Dark Sky days be numbered?
Here are some of the items we discuss beyond the OS releases. There are many features we may miss this week look to see us discuss in future shows.
Privacy
iCloud+
- iCloud+ Pricing is same its all included
- Account recovery Add recovery contact list and call them and get code.
- Digital Legacy Program, so when someone passes this gives loved ones access to their iCloud account
- iCloud Keychain Gets Time Based One Time Passwords
- 3 weeks of free access to iCloud storage when migrating a device.
- Mail Privacy Protection
- Hide my Email creates unique random email sends to your email.
- HomeKit Secure Video does not go against storage and unlimited cameras.
- Private Relay - Insures privacy Traffic is encrypted.
- iOS 15 'iCloud Private Relay' Feature Won't Be Available in China, Belarus, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and More
- iCloud+ to Let iCloud Mail Users Personalize Their Email Domain Name
Our friend Dave Hamilton from Mac Observer's Mac Geek Gab wrote this exciting article about iCloud Privacy Relay. Digging into Apple's iCloud Private Relay and we give our thoughts on this topic.
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guests
Kelly Guimont writes for The Mac Observer and is the host of The Daily Observations Podcast. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont. #WWDC21 is coming next week. We give our predictions to what could get announced including, HomeOS and a new iMessage upgrade. The iPod celebrates its 20th anniversary this year and could there be a new iPod Touch that supports lossless audio? iOS 14.6 has had complaints about battery drain we give tips on iOS battery life. iWork app updates for iOS & new wallet app website that does a great job explaining its benefits plus more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Highlights Benefits of the Wallet App, Apple Pay, and Apple Cash on New Webpages connect your Apple Cash card to the app store.
Discontinued HomePod now widely unavailable at Apple Stores, but still in stock online
Apple TV App Now Available on Android TV OS Check out Ted Lasso - a sub-podcast of TeeVee
iPhones are the most popular devices for trade-in, upgrade programs : Apple World Today
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 14.7 Beta 2
- Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS and iPadOS 14.7 to Developers
- Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 7.6 to Developers
- Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 14.7 to Developers
WWDC Predictions and we will compare on next weeks show. Apple WWDC 2021: How to watch and what to expect Kelly and Dave give their predictions.
- HomeOS could this be a standalone OS for HomePod and maybe a HomePod with video? homeOS to join Apple's macOS, iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS? : Apple World Today
- Messages Apple's iMessage to Finally Get Major Update at WWDC?
- Airpods 3 could they announce these?
- It is the 20th anniversary of the iPod. Could the iPod Touch be upgraded? Maybe with cellular data? You could wish for those who don’t want an iPhone. Concept: Meet iPod Max with Apple Music Lossless and AirPods Max focus
- New OS’s of course. Will iPadOS be revolutionary?
Tips
Some Users Reporting Excessive Battery Drain Following iOS 14.6 Update
iOS 14.6 Battery Life Draining Issues? 8 Tips to Help - FaceTime video calls can also drain the battery.
15 Features Low Power Mode Disables or Reduces on Your iPhone
Apps
Firefox launches major Mac/iOS update with refreshed design
Apple Updates iWork for iOS and macOS With New Linking Features and More
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Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
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Kelly Guimont writes for The Mac Observer and is the host of The Daily Observations Podcast. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
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Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren with guest Jeff Gamet We review the new iPad Pro Dave has the 11" and Warren the 12.9" model.Su iOS 14.6 released we review new features including why do you have to un/re pair the Apple Watch Series 3. Our favorite iPad cases. A review of the new Siri Remote for the Apple TV
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News
Zoom Adds Support for iPad Pro's New Center Stage Feature
HomePod and HomePod mini to Gain Support For Apple Music Lossless Audio in Future Software Update here is the cable Warren mentioned.
Some New Apple TV 4K Users Report 4K Content Incorrectly Labeled as HD
Apple TV 4K Very Easy to Repair but Siri Remote Battery Difficult to Replace, Teardown Shows
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iOS 14.6 was released this week. We review some of the key features.
How do I add a family member to my Apple Card?
iOS 14.6 Features: Everything New in iOS 14.6
Beta this week. iOS 14.7 beta 1 is still out, no new changes to beta this week.
iPad Pro reviews. Dave has the new 11” iPad Pro and Warren has the 12.9”model and we both give out reviews of what we like and dislike about them. Dave ran benchmarks on the 2018 vs 2021 model and did find some interesting results.
iPad cases what are the ones we use and work.
Warren bought the Logitech case for 12.9
Dave has these cases
Apple Magic Keyboard
Moft Stand Float and Case
Zugu iPad Case
Apple Pencil how do we use it and is it of value to you. We discuss what apps we like to use and do you value it.
Dave reviews the new Siri Remote for the Apple TV.
https://9to5mac.com/2021/05/27/apple-tv-siri-remote-control-tv-receiver/
Forgot to mention this earlier in the show about iOS 14.6 the fact that its crazy you have un / re pair the Series 3 Apple Watch. Apple Watch Series 3 Owners Now Required to Perform Restore When Updating Due to Storage Constraints
Audio streaming with the new Apple TV 4K to your TV.
Apple TV 4K: How to Stream Audio From Your TV's Inputs to HomePod (eARC)
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Guest Guy Serle. Apple Lossless is here and it doesn’t with Apple Airpods or HomePods. iOS 14.6 RC 2 and iOS 14.7 Beta is out we discuss. You can already hack a AirTag, the new iPad Pro is shipping to everyone and Dave will receive his 11” model. We also talk about How to manage your iPhone and iPad storage on the device as well as managing iCloud.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
It's already possible to hack an AirTag
AirTags Work as an NFC Trigger for Apple Shortcuts
New 'Beats Studio Buds' Revealed in iOS and tvOS 14.6
Microsoft Teams now available to friends and family
Apple Store App on iPad Gets Redesign
New 12.9-inch iPad Pro 'Works Perfect' With Previous Generation Magic Keyboard, But Fit is a 'Little Bit Snug'
Apple Rolling Out Fix for Greyed Out App Tracking Transparency Toggle
Apple Music app repeatedly crashing for CarPlay users running iOS 14.5.1
Apple announces a slew of accessibility updates
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 14.6 RC and iOS 14.7 Beta 1 were released. Apple Seeds iOS and iPadOS 14.6 Release Candidate to Developers Apple Seeds tvOS 14.6 Release Candidate to Developers Apple Seeds watchOS 7.5 Release Candidate to Developers
iOS 14.7 beta lets you set timers on HomePod using Home app
Apple Releases First Betas of iOS 14.7, iPadOS 14.7, tvOS 14.7, watchOS 7.6 and macOS Big Sur 11.5 to Developers
iPad Pros have shipped and they are receiving rave reviews. Dave should receive his next week and we discuss what we use are iPads for and is it worth upgrading.
Apple Music with Lossless support, Spacial audio, and Dolby Atmos was announced this week. We discuss why the Apple Airpods, Pro, and Mac don’t work witt this and is this really a big deal. The links below review some of what was discussed.
Apple Music Gaining Spatial Audio and Lossless Audio in iOS 14.6,
Not All Tracks Supported at Launch
Apple Music Launching Spatial Audio With Dolby Atmos and Lossless Audio in June at No Extra Cost
AirPods, AirPods Max and AirPods Pro Don't Support Apple Music Lossless Audio
Apple Music Lossless: What Devices are Supported?
HomePod Will Support Spatial Audio for Apple Music, But Not Lossless Audio
AirPods Max Won't Directly Support Lossless Apple Music Over Lightning
How to listen to Apple Music Lossless, Hi-Res Lossless, Dolby Atmos
Tips
How to Reduce Your iCloud Backup Data Size on iPhone / iPad
How to Free Up Storage Space on iPhone and iPad
Apps
Award-Winning iPhone Camera App Halide Expands to iPad With New 'Pro View'
Camo
Luma Fusion
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guest
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast. Email: guy@mymac.com Twitter: @MacParrot or VertShark Podcasts: MyMac Podcast http://mymac.com , Mac to the Future GO! Podcast
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by The Tech Savvy Lawyer Michael DJ Eisenberg and Jeff Gamet. We get a legal view of Epic v Apple trial as we discuss. The Apple One bundle, 2 Apple ID’s, and iCloud there is a support document for that. The new iPad Pro with M1 processor is shipping soon we discuss how file management will work and if it can be a full time device. Plus the news and more
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News
AirTag Used to Successfully Track a Mailed Package Across the UK
Find My Network Exploited to Send Messages
You had to know this was coming. Testing Out a 3D-Printed AirTag-Compatible Apple TV Remote Case
Good to see there are competitors. Chipolo ONE Spot Now Available to Pre-Order as Cheaper AirTag Alternative With Find My Integration
Early M1 iPad Pro Orders Now Preparing to Ship
Apple Merging 'iCloud Documents and Data' Service With iCloud Drive in May 2022
Two Months After it Was discontinued, HomePod Models Remain Available to Purchase
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Beta this week. iOS 14.6 Beta 3. Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS and iPadOS 14.6 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available] Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 7.5 to Developers Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 14.6 to Developers iOS 14.6 Beta Brings Tweaks to Podcasts App Following Complaints
We talk about the upcoming iPad Pro with the M1 Processor and increase in speed and how will it help with file management on the files app. M1 iPad Pro Over 50% Faster Than Previous Generation in Early Benchmarks
Epic vs Apple we discuss with Michael his thoughts on where this trial is and if he has any opinions on its outcome. There was a great discussion on this with the panel.. Epic Games vs. Apple Trial Begins With Opening Remarks Underway Epic vs Apple - The Story of the Trial so Far Judge in Epic vs. Apple Case Floats Potential Compromise
Apple finally clarifies those (Like Dave) who have 2 Apple ID’s from years ago and where the iCloud subscription goes. Apple clarifies iCloud issue for Apple One subscribers with two Apple IDs
Apps
Chrome for iOS Gains Widget Support With Version 90 Release
Authenticator by 2Stable | Secure two-factor authentication app.
Jeff suggests Authy as another 2FA option.
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guests
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet,
Michael D.J. Eisenberg is a Washington, DC based attorney. He helps Veterans with their disability benefits appeals before the Department of Veterans Affairs, Military Members with their Medical/Physical Evaluation Boards, and Federal Employees with their Federal Employment matters. Michael has taken his 40 year love of computers into a blog helping his fellow attorneys at The Tech Savvy Lawyer.Page where he also hosts a biweekly podcast, The Tech Savvy Lawyer.Page Podcast. On his podcast, he interviews judges, attorneys and others in the legal arena where they talk about how computers, software and hardware enhance their practice of law and their services to their clients.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by Jeff Gamet, Must install security update for iOS, iPadOS, and WatchOS. AirTag reviews and discuss everything you need to know including does it work tracking a dog. iPad Pros pre ordered, did we buy one and thoughts. New Brave iOS browser update plus more.
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News
Apple Releases iOS and iPadOS 14.5.1 With Fixes for App Tracking Transparency Bug, WebKit Security Issues
Apple releases watchOS 7.4.1 with security improvements
Apple Begins Transition to Randomized Serial Numbers With Purple iPhone 12
Brave Browser for iOS Gains New Playlist Feature for Queueing Video and Audio Content
Deezer’s New HomePod Integration Supports Hi-Res Audio Playback
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 14.6 Beta 2 was released. Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS and iPadOS 14.6 to Developers No noticeable changes in this release.
AirTag Reviews our thoughts after almost 1 week using them, Warren has them on his dogs and Apple says Why doesn't Apple want you to track your dog with an AirTag?
It's Possible to Drill a Hole Through an AirTag
Jeff has a great video on AirTag he did on YouTube. How to do Everything with Apple’s AirTag. He still has Tile and may not want to replace them with AirTag. But there are billions of iPhones out there. But Tile app does kill battery life.
Can Warren add a AirTag to help with his garage door opener and his Tesla?
Apple's AirTag Has a Hidden Developer Mode
AirTag Anti-Stalking Measures 'Just Aren't Sufficient' Says Washington Post Report
AirTag Removable Battery Sparks Child Safety Concerns
iPad Pro ordered who ordered what? Looks like you will be waiting long for a iPad Pro 12.9 12.9-Inch iPad Pro Now Delivers as Late as Mid-July It Will Cost $699 to Repair a Broken 12.9-Inch M1 iPad Pro Without AppleCare
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet,
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Brittany Smith and Jeff Gamet. Apple has phenomenal Q2 results, iOS 14.5 is out we discuss all the great changes including unlock with mask using the Apple Watch and turning on Apple Watch backup to iCloud. Using. Color balance on an Apple TV great new tool in tvOS 14.5. The, Apple Clips app update with AI support do still we still use that app? Plus so much more.
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News
Apple's Jaw-Dropping Q2 2021 by the Numbers
Apple says 50% of Mac and iPad buyers during Q2 were new to the devices
Apple Began Preparing for AirTag Regulatory Approval Nearly Two Years Ago We also talk about did we order them will they arrive on Friday 4/30?
Apple Says New 12.9-Inch iPad Pro is 'Functionally Compatible' With Older Magic Keyboard, But Fit May Be Imperfect When Closed - iPad Pro preorder is tomorrow 4/30.
Apple's Clips App Adds Immersive AR Spaces Enabled With LiDAR Scanner
Apple releases updated firmware version for AirPods and AirPods Pro
Apple testing new tags feature in the App Store for improved granularity in search [Offiically rolling out]
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 14.6 Beta 1 is still out from last week when iOS 14.5 RC was released. Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS and iPadOS 14.6 to Public Beta Testers
iOS 14.5 was released on Monday 4/26 and is now finally out! It only took 87 days and 8 betas to finally release it. We go over our favorite features and well of course we all love being able to unlock our iPhone wearing a mask with the Apple Watch. Jeff Gamet even did a video about this. How to Unlock Your iPhone with AppleWatch While Wearing a Face Mask
This Wikipedia article shows the list of all the changes in iOS 14.5: iOS version history - Wikipedia
HomePod 14.5 was also released. MacOS 11.3 Big Sur now allows HomePod Pairs play in sync.
The Apple TV in tvOS 14.5 is the color balance feature that lets you tweak the colors of your TV on Apple TV and we discuss this. Jeff Gamet has a great video he did on using the color balance tool. How to Color Balance your Apple TV
Apple TV Siri Remote is it worth purchasing to replace the old one?
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guests
Brittany Smith is a Productivity, ADHD, and Technology Coach in Portland, Oregon. Life's Mission: making stuff suck less.
Giant nerd: Master's of Science degree in Cognitive Neuroscience, Star Wars-everything, Apple-enthusiast (obviously), and loves talking about the intersection of our brains and technology. Her website is Devise & Conquer Coaching Tech Tips on YouTube: Devise & Conquer Follow her on Twitter: @addliberator
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet,
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren and guest Chuck Joiner. The Apple Event was this week we talk about the new AirTag, iPad Pros, and Apple TV 4K and will we be buying new stuff. iOS 14.6 Beta 1 is out, new Apple Card Family and Podcasts App. Also is the Apple trade in worth it and AppleCare+ for Apple TV plus more.
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News
Apple's Trade-In Partner Phobio Has Reportedly Faced an 'Alarming Uptick' in Complaints
Apple's Greg Joswiak: No Plans to Merge Mac and iPad
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta RC was released this week which is a near final version. As well at the same time iOS 14.6 Beta is released to start testing. Apple wastes no time with the next update. Apple releases first betas of iOS 14.6, watchOS 7.5, and more to developers
iOS 14.6 makes it easier for beta users to install RC build and skip other available beta updates
Apple Event Coverage
Spring Loaded Apple Event was really loaded with new product releases. We review the event, the products, and what we are going to buy.
Briefly: Apple Card now adds Apple Card Family and you can now have your spouse on the same account as well as you can add family sharing members like kids on to use the card with limits. The Credit limits will be combined and the lowest APR will be added to the combined account.
Apple leads the next chapter of podcasting with Apple Podcasts Subscriptions
iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Mini have Purple as a color choice. Not the 12 Pro pr 12 Pro Max.
AirTag
- The AirTag is rated IP67 for water and dust resistance.
- 31 different emoji can be engraved on the AirTag, but not all at once. Sorry.
- You can spend $449 on a luggage tag for your $29 AirTag thanks to Hermès, who are kind enough to throw the AirTag in at that price.
iPad Pro
- The maximum storage capacity of the iPad Pro has been increased to 2TB and the storage is up to 2x faster.
- Graphics performance is 40% faster than the A12Z iPad Pro and 1500 times faster than the original iPad.
- The M1 in the iPad Pros is 75 times faster than the original iPad and 50% faster than the A12Z iPad Pro’s CPU.
- 5G mobile connectivity is available worldwide, with millimeter wave limited to the US.
- The iPad Pros support WiFi 6.
- Storage options range from 128GB to 2TB
- Memory options 8GB RAM with the 128, 256, and 512GB storage. 16GB RAM with 1TB and 2TB
- The 11” iPad Pro weighs 1.03 pounds (466 grams) unless you get the cellular model, which adds .01 pound (4 grams), while the 12.9” model weighs in at 1.5 pounds (682 grams) and a smidge more for the cellular model.
- Apple revealed that the 1TB and 2TB models feature a whopping 16GB of memory, while the lower capacity models have 8GB.
- The Liquid Retina XDR display on the 12.9” iPad Pro has 10,000 Mini-LEDs, 2596 local dimming zones, a 1,000,000 to 1 contrast ratio, 1000 nits of full screen brightness, and 1600 nits of peak brightness.
- The 11” model is 2388 x 1668 pixels with a 600 nit brightness.
- Both screens have 1.8% reflectivity.
- The new TrueDepth camera has a 12MP sensor, with a 122-degree field of view and 𝑓/2.4 aperture.
- The TrueDepth camera captures video at 1080p and 25, 30, or 60 fps.
Apple TV 4K with new Siri Remote
AppleCare+ for Apple TV Now Available for the First Time
- The device streams 4K video just as the name suggests.
- New Siri Remote! At 5.8 x 1.4 inches, the Siri Remote is a little larger than the one it replaces and weighs 63 grams.
- The Apple TV 4K now supports Bluetooth 5 an upgrade to the older model’s Bluetooth 4.
- WiFi 6 is supported.
- The new Apple TV 4K uses the A12 Bionic chip.
- They are still selling the Apple TV HD with the new Siri Remote for $149
The new 2nd season of Ted Lasso will be released on July 23rd.
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
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Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave - This is a simulcast of For Mac Eyes Only with Mike Potter and Chuck Joiner and Dave joins them to react to the Apple announcements during the Spring Loaded Event on April 20, 2021.
You can view the event at this link. Watch the Event
Items announced
AirTag
New iPad Pro
Purple iPhone 12
New Apple TV 4K with New Siri Remote
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by guest Kelly Guimont. Dave has a very first new (used) car with CarPlay and he reviews all the great features and does a comparison to Android Auto. Spring Loaded Apple event is coming next week we review what could be released. iOS 14.5 beta 8 is released and it should be released next week. Is there a new HomePod TV Box coming soon? We review. Samsung iTest lets you see an Android on your iPhone plus more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Siri Reveals Apple Event Planned for Tuesday, April 20 Apple's 'Spring Loaded' Event Officially Announced for Tuesday, April 20
Apple Fitness+ Getting New Workouts for Expecting Mothers, Older Adults, and More on April 19
iPhone 12 Mini Missing From Top 5 Best Selling Smartphone List of January 2021 Plus there are rumors that the iPhone 13 will not have a mini version.
Roku unveils new remote with dedicated Apple TV+ button, 'find my remote' feature
Apple TV+ has the highest-quality content out of all streaming services
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 8 was released this week is expected to be released next week during the Apple Event. Apple releases iOS 14.5 beta 8 to developers, public release expected soon Two-Thirds of iPhone Users Expected to Block Ad Tracking
Could this be a thing? Bloomberg: Apple developing connected TV box with integrated HomePod speaker and FaceTime camera
This was a sad announcement and we reviewed this. Logitech discontinues its popular universal Harmony remotes
Dave’s first few days with CarPlay. Dave bought a new (used) Dodge Charger and it was 7 years in the making to finally have a car with CarPlay and boy was he happy. He gives first impressions and no surprise its great. iOS - CarPlay
Here are some photos of the interface.
Compared to Android Auto
Very strange you can “experience an Android using Samsung's 'iTest' Lets You Try a Galaxy Device on Your iPhone Does it make you want to switch? I don’t think so.
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont writes for The Mac Observer and is the host of The Daily Observations Podcast. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren. NFC tags and setting up with iPhone and Tesla. App privacy is coming are you ready to see popups. iOS14 has a 90% adoption rate. Find my and 3rd party devices are now available . Plus camera app tricks taking burst and video in 1 step. New iPad pro rumors and will there be a new iPad Mini. How do you find the hidden code scanner.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Adjusts Trade-In Value of iPad Pro, iPhone 11, and Select Mac Models
Gazelle Decides Not to End Device Trade-In Program After All
Upcoming Apple TV Could Support 120Hz Refresh Rate According to tvOS 14.5 Beta Code
Apple Arcade gets hit iOS classics, NBA 2K21, many more
iOS 14 Adoption Reaches Estimated 90% Less Than Seven Months After Launch
iPhone 12 Holds Its Value Over 20% Better Than Samsung Galaxy S21 Range
Apple Announces Find My Network With Support for Third-Party Devices Find My's New Third-Party Accessory Support Works With iOS 14.3 and Later Third-Party Accessory Makers Can Access U1 Chip in iPhones for Find My
T-Mobile Launches Unlimited 5G Home Internet for $60/Month Plus new trade in plans for iPhone 11.
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 7 is still continuing Apple Seeds Seventh Betas of iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available] Apple Seeds Seventh Beta of watchOS 7.4 to Developers Apple Seeds Seventh Beta of tvOS 14.5 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Reminds Developers About Upcoming App Tracking Transparency Enforcement in iOS 14.5
When will iOS 14.5 finally be released? We talk about the new app privacy tracking that seems to be holding things up. iPhone Apps Asking to Track You? Answers to Your iOS 14.5 Privacy Questions
iPad rumors we discuss what is potentially going to be released. Leaked Dummy Units Show iPad Mini 6 With Thick Bezels and Home Button, New iPad Pro Models
Warren bought some NFC tags to use in his Tesla via the iPhone and he reviews his experience and we explain what NFC tags can do for you.
Tips
Camera tricks. In iOS 14 Apple changed the camera app where you were able to press and hold the shutter button to take burst shots. Launch the camera app, swipe (do not press) the shutter button to the left and hold and it will take burst shots as many as you want. You can also start a video from the shutter button. Launch the camera app position the iPhone in landscape mode a must for videos and swipe (do not press) the shutter button up or down (or right in portrait position) depending on its position and it records video. Swipe the shutter back and it stops.
Find the Code Reader App. You can search on home screen for it or you can add it to the control center.
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by Jeff Gamet. Happy 45th to Apple! Siri will no longer have a default voice you pick. AppleTV its future and rumored new remote. App rankings what are the most popular iOS 14.5 Beta 6 is released adding battery recalibration tool and Siri voice default.
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News
Happy Birthday Apple - Founded April 1, 1976
Microsoft Shuts Down Cortana App for iOS and Android We do not think anyone is really sad about this.
Uber iOS App Could Soon Include Augmented Reality Directions for Finding Your Driver
Apple Announces Digital WWDC 2021 Event Taking Place June 7-11
Apple Support App Gains Updated Coverage Details, Reservation Reminders and New App Clip
Topics
Important everyone should upgrade! Apple Releases iOS and iPadOS 14.4.2 to Fix Actively Exploited Security Vulnerability
Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 6 was released. We discuss the changes here are the article links.
Apple Seeds Sixth Betas of iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5 to Developers
Apple Seeds Sixth Beta of watchOS 7.4 to Developers
Apple Seeds Sixth Beta of tvOS 14.5 snd HomePod to Developers
iOS 14.5: Siri no longer defaults to a female voice, two new choices added
Apple introduces battery recalibration tool for iPhone with iOS 14.5 beta 6
More surveys but this does make sense. Android Rapidly Losing Users to iPhone we discuss why we love iPhone and why are more android users moving over to iPhone.
AppleTV what is its future? The story this week is Apple is finally redesigning that often complained about Siri Remote. Apple developing new Remote for the next-generation Apple TV we discuss the remote, and AppleTV device future. Exclusive: Here’s our first look at the ‘B519’ remote for Apple TV
Apps
We are discussing something new this week with Apps. App Annie does rankings of the top apps in the US from free to paid and iPhone or iPad we review the latest rankings. Today's Top App Store Rankings and our thoughts and do we use them.
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet,
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by Holden and Brian Depardo. iPhone 12 Mini is still slow selling but someone on the panel thinks it rocks. Stopping spam calls and T-Mobile has it covered. The mirroring app Reflector upgraded to version 4. Listener asks my iPhone 8 and what you should upgrade to plus apps, apps, and more,
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News
Apple Developing New 'HomePod' Models With Screens and Cameras
HomePod mini reportedly includes room temperature and humidity sensor, could be enabled through software update
Apple may pay Samsung Display over reduced OLED iPhone 12 mini panel orders
Apple Updates iWork Apps for iOS and macOS to Version 11
Recently-Created Shortcuts Links Are Currently Broken UPDATE Apple Fixes iCloud Links for Sharing Shortcuts
iPhone 11 Pro survives 30-day dive in a deep-freezing lake
iPhone 12 Pro Max is Among 'Best Smartphones of 2021' Says Consumer Reports
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iOS would not be here if it wasn’t for Mac OS X. Mac OS X is 20; was born of 'a desperate act' by Apple
Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 5 was released. Apple Seeds Fifth Betas of iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Removes 'Siri Remote' Mentions in tvOS 14.5 Beta, Changes 'Home' Button Name
Apple Seeds Fifth Beta of watchOS 7.4 to Developers
How do you stop spam calls? T-Mobile Completes Spam Prevention Rollout, Now Authenticates Calls From 98% of Wireless Users
Reflector the great screen sharing app to share your iOS app has been updated to support the M1 processor and more. 'Reflector' AirPlay mirroring app updated with M1 Mac and Big Sur support, new device frames, more we review this and its improvements.
A Listener email at feedback@intouchwithios.com asked I have a iPhone 8 and want to upgrade. What would be the best choice? The iPhone SE might be a great choice iPhone SE vs iPhone 8: The only choice for home button lovers we discuss differences and if you like Touch ID you might like the choice.
Tips
Changing your photo default settings from HEIC to most compatible. Settings > Camera > Formats. Set it to Most Compatible to favor .jpg files. Set it to High Efficiency to favor .heic files. .heic is a new file format for images that is much better in every way than the old .jpg format: it’s smaller, and produces better compression with fewer artifacts. The only reason you might not want to use it is that it hasn’t been implemented by every single service yet, so some places don’t like it and when you find such a place and want to upload a photo there, you’ll have to convert the .heic to a .jpg before you upload.
How to Switch Between Apps on iPhone & iPad
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Opera launches modern redesign for minimalist iPhone browser
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Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guests
Holden DePardo studies computer science and co-hosts two podcasts: Respawn Aim Fire and Networked Podcast. Twitter: @holdendepardo
Brian DePardo is a writer and IT Professional living in Dallas, TX
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Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave, Warren is off our guest this week is Davis Knight. Apple discontinued the HomePod, Dave bought the Watch braided Solo loop band gives his review, Future with glucose monitoring with Apple Watch, Oprah tells you about her books via Siri, iOS Beta 4 14.5 how to change the passcode on Apple Watch plus more..
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Maps Displays COVID-19 Vaccination Locations in United States
Brand loyalty increasing for iPhone and dipping for Android, survey suggests
Siri Can Now Tell You What Oprah's Reading
iPad Pro With Thunderbolt and Mini-LED Display Coming 'As Early As April'
T-Mobile teams up with SiriusXM to give customers a better version of Pandora for free
Flipboard app adds dynamic iOS 14 home screen widgets with curated headlines
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Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 4 was released this week. Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available] This could happen. Apple might soon deliver standalone iOS security updates Music updates Apple Music adding new 'City Charts' daily playlists with iOS 14.5 Apple Maps could soon be able to tell you how busy a business is based on anonymous location data
Dave finally decided to buy the Braided Solo loop for his Apple Watch Series 6. 44mm Atlantic Blue Braided Solo Loop the best part was he was able to go into an Apple Store for the first time since the pandemic hit and was able to go through and test sizes. He gives his review and is it worth the price for this band. How do you wash your bands?
Apple announced this past week that the big boy HomePod is being discontinued. Apple Discontinues Full-Sized HomePod to Focus on HomePod Mini We discuss Apple’s decision and where the speaker market is going. Will Apple come out with another HomePod down the road? Best HomePod alternatives now that it's been discontinued
With the Apple Watch there has been discussions that the next model Series 7 could possibly gain a built in glucose monitor for checking blood sugars. Davis hosts the Diabetic Savvy podcast and we discuss the future with the Apple Watch and what Apple will possibly do in this area. Apple Watch blood sugar sensor 'coming in Series 7' – report
This was an interesting new iPad Pro Stand released by Kensington. Review: Kensington StudioDock caters to iPad Pro-centric creatives we discuss how this stand fits with the iPad and is it a good design.
Western Digital Releases Its First 2-in-1 Flash Drive for Moving Content Seamlessly Between iPhone and USB Type-C™ Devices | Western Digital SanDisk brand. Amazon - SanDisk 256GB iXpand Flash Drive Luxe for iPhone and USB Type-C Devices
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How to Switch Between Apps on iPhone & iPad
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Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guest
Davis Knight is an Apple technology enthusiast and owner of DiabeticSavvy.com, a culinary focused media company that includes his website, youtube channel and podcast that advocates and empowers the diabetic community through great food and conversation. He also does programs and promotion for the Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group. You can find him on Twitter @diabeticsavvy
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by guest Guy Serle. iPhone 12 Mini is not so popular, iOS 14.4.1 out with security fixes, Dave reviews GoDonut stand and MightyMic pro for iPhone. When will iOS 14.5 be released to everyone its been a while. Flavortown app you can order food and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Leaker Suggests Apple Event to Be Held on March 23
Apple to invest $1.2 billion in silicon design center in Germany
Apple Releases iOS and iPadOS 14.4.1 With Security Fixes
Apple Releases watchOS 7.3.2 With Security Updates
iPhone 12 Mini Faces Production Cut Due to 'Far Lower' Demand Than Expected
Apple must face consumer privacy lawsuit in open court, judge rules
Apple Watch summons immediate help for man who fell through ice
2021 Pacifica - Uconnect 5 and Wireless CarPlay Review
Apple Now Able to Repair an iPhone 12 Pro's Cracked Rear Glass Without Replacing the Entire Device
Sonos Unveils Portable $169 Roam Speaker With AirPlay 2, Sound Swap, and More
T-Mobile Automatically Opting Customers In to Expanded Data Collection Program for Targeted Ads
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Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 3 is still continuing When might Apple release iOS 14.5 to the public? We discuss what is delaying the release of this version well its privacy. The also are changing how you choose to “follow” instead of subscribe in Apple Podcasts App Lets Users 'Follow' New Content Instead of 'Subscribe' in iOS 14.5
Dave reviews the GoDonut universal stands for any tablet or smartphone. It works really well with the iPhone and iPad in different positions keeps it upright depending on your needs and gives you a great way to view your device on a desk or any table or maybe while you are cooking. It comes in fun colors and also they offer a 360 degree model that lets you spin in 360 for different positions. It doesn’t support the larger iPad Pro 12.9 model but supports the smaller 11” and smaller models as its not stable with the larger sizes. Although you can use 2 GoDonuts to stand it up. Here are some photos.
Dave also reviews the Ampridge Bluetooth MightyMic for iPhone or iPad. It has Bluetooth 5.0 support and is the size of a thumb drive. I played a demo recording I thought the sound was good. It also supports external mics I tested it with a lapel mic and works really well. The only negative is you cannot use it with the core apps like camera and audio recording but does work as a mic of the phone. The video app Filmic Pro works very well with this mic.
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Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Kitchen iOS
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
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Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast. Email: guy@mymac.com Twitter: @MacParrot or VertShark Podcasts: MyMac Podcast http://mymac.com , Mac to the Future GO! Podcast
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Jeff Gamet. Apple TV 3rd gen slow death, We talk about all the paid and free streaming TV services that work great on your iPad cool stuff includes metal iPhone tripod mount and iPad HoverBar and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple TV+ Billie Eilish Documentary Drew Record Number of New Subscribers
Apple Launches Service for Transferring iCloud Photos and Videos to Google Photos
Amazon Launches GameOn Clip Recording App On iOS
Plex Now Integrates With Apple's TV App on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV
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Our thanks to PodSwap for adding us to their press page. Dave talked about this on Episode 138 it's a great service to swap your AirPods.
Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 3 was released this week. With Warren out this week Jeff and Dave discuss their thoughts on the pending features that stand out and what we look forward to for all devices Including the HomePod and the ability to finally play music from your Mac to a pair and unlocking your iPhone with your Apple Watch while you have a mask on.
Apple Seeds Third Public Betas of iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5
iOS 14.5 Beta 3 Enables 'Items' Tab in Find My to Keep Track of Beats Headphones and Third-Party Accessories
Here is a clarification about the “default” music app in 14.5 Apple Clarifies Ability to ‘Set Default’ Audio Apps in iOS 14.5 you cannot set it as default but you can ask Siri to play the song on a specific music service.
iOS 14.5 Beta 3 Includes 'Item Safety Feature' for AirTags and Other Tracked Items to Help Prevent Stalking
watchOS 7.4 beta 3 with iPhone mask unlock feature for Apple Watch now available
Where are the AirTags?
Apple TV 3rd Gen is slowly fading away with the announcement this week that YouTube and MLB not supporting the device and the only way to steam those apps is AirPlay. We discuss where this device is going and what the potential future of Apple TV is. YouTube App No Longer Available on 3rd-Gen Apple TV, AirPlay Now Required to Watch Videos
The streaming world continues to evolve and with the change today as we recorded this of CBS All Access to Paramount Plus we discuss where streaming is going and review what services are worth the time and money. Here is a list of ones we discussed with links to the iOS apps.
Everything to Know About Paramount+
PlutoTV
Hulu
Amazon Prime Video
Plex
Roku
Crackle
Xumo
Peacock
Discovery+
Tubi
HBO Max
Locast
Tips and Cool Stuff
How to shut down an iPhone without buttons
Metal Phone Tripod Mount with Cold Shoe,Woohoto 360 Rotation
HoverBar Duo – Twelve South
Macstock 2021 was planned for an in person event but with the current situation going on event host Mike Potter decided to keep it virtual and posted a video here and he even did a tour of the Woodstock, IL town square where the movie Groundhog Day was filmed. Macstock Update: 2021 and Beyond we discuss and look forward to another great event sometime in July.
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Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet,
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave, Warren was off he had internet issues but Dave is joined by guest Mike LaPlante. We talk about Apple Maps and Mike’s challenge with finding locations. Dave gets replacement AirPods with this new service PodSwap and reviews. Getting text from screenshots and more
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
How can a comparably small company beat Apple to market with a iPhone 12 MagSafe Battery Pack? Anker’s MagSafe-compatible battery pack will stick to your iPhone on March 3rd
Feb 24th Marks Steve Jobs' 66th Birthday
Apple Offers Developers Clarification on Some App Privacy Data Reporting Requirements
Apple Surpassed Samsung as World's Largest Smartphone Maker in Fourth Quarter
There will never be a free tier of Apple Music, confirms head of licensing
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Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 2 is still current Warren seemed to think it was going to be released to the public this week and it didn't happen we discuss review what we look forward to in the new features including unlocking your iPhone with a mask on using your apple watch.
Apple Maps have evolved over the years Mike had a challenge of showing the location of a site we discuss what his experiences were and where Maps are today. Apple's indoor mapping format adopted as community standard
Dave took a test drive with the AirPods swapping service PodSwap this is a service that will send you refurbished AirPods with brand new batteries and you send them back your old ones that have short battery life. This is only the AirPods and not the case. Right now they only swap the 1st gen AirPods and will be swapping the 2nd gen models soon. In the future they are looking at swapping the AirPods Pro. the cost is $59.99 for a pair which is much cheaper than buying from Apple. These are replaced with actual AirPods with new batteries installed.
Tips
Replacing Skip Button functionality in Music app on iPhone
iPhone images to text: how to convert screenshots, pics
How to Find iPhone with HomePod
How to view and delete old iCloud backups on iPhone
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Lensa - High quality photo editing software designed specifically for photos of people. Makes faces look better with a fair amount of granular control and removes backgrounds...maybe someone else already brought this app up on the show.
Overcast gains redesigned Apple Watch app with chapter skipping, speed controls, and more
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guest
Mike LaPlante has been creating content for the internet for 17 years, most of it Apple and tech-related. He now produces a show for YouTube that deals with all things enological. The show is called The Average Wine Enthusiast on YouTube. You can also find him on Instagram at The Average Wine Enthusiast
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren are joined by guest Chuck Joiner. iPhone 12 most popular 5G smartphone in USA. There are great 3rd party music apps that work with Apple Music. Keep your WiFi private and control Camera with Applw Watch. Plus tips and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
iPhone 12 Pro Max Named Most Popular 5G Smartphone in United States
Apple Pays $163.34 Million in Licensing Fees for Songwriters and Publishers
Apple Says Some iPhone 12 Hardware Issues Will No Longer Require Replacing the Entire Device
Apple Releases watchOS 7.3.1 With Fix for Apple Watch Series 5 and SE Charging Issue
Apple Offering Free Repairs for Apple Watch Series 5 and SE Models With Power Reserve Issue Not Fixed by watchOS 7.3.1
Apple Offering Discounts on Fitness Subscription Apps for Apple Card Users
Apple Launches 'For All Mankind' Companion Podcast
Apple Music 'Replay 2021' Playlist Now Available
CBS All Access Ad Awareness Campaign Reminds Apple TV Owners About Its Rebrand to Paramount+ Next Month
Brydge unveils multi-touch support for its iPad Pro+ keyboard, new 10.2-inch iPad case
LastPass free restricts users to one device type in March
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Beta this week. iOS 14.5 beta 2
Apple Seeds Second Public Betas of iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5
https://www.macrumors.com/2021/02/17/apple-releases-watchos-7-4-public-beta-2/
Apple Seeds Second tvOS 14.5 Beta to Developers
Apple Music Subscribers Can Share Lyrics and Song Clips in iOS 14.5 Beta 2
Everything New in iOS 14.5 Beta 2: New AirPods Max Emoji, Green Tint Fix, iPad Security and More
iPadOS 14.5 Beta 2 Mutes Built-In Microphone on iPad When Smart Folio is Closed
Interesting music player we discuss this as alternative option to Apple Music app.
Doppler Music Player to Gain Siri Support, Spotlight Integration, and CarPlay App
Listener question: Dan asks where do you find your IMEI and serial number on your iPhone?
Go to General > About. The iPhone serial number is listed at the top. Scroll down towards the bottom and you will see EID for electronic SIM and IMEI for the physical SIM, You can also further down under Primary and the network, IMEI, ICCID, and MEID is listed there.
Apple Security Guide was updated we review what iOS14 does to protect you. Apple Updates Platform Security Guide, Says Kernel Extensions Won't Be Supported on Future Apple Silicon Macs
Apple Platform Security
Tips
Mirrored Selfies go to Settings > Camera
Keep Your Wi-Fi Address Private
Now you can join Wi-Fi networks with a private address. This means that your device’s network address won’t be visible to networks, net- work operators, and other network observers, keeping said parties from tracking you and creating a user profile of you.Settings > Wi-Fi
How to control your iPhone Camera with Apple Watch
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TV Forecast
Soor ▹ on the App Store
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Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren are joined by podcaster and author Shelly Brisbin. We talk about her book iOS Access For All with iOS14 updates.iOS14.5 Beta had new defaults and your AirPods can be refreshed. Buy her book https://iosaccessbook.com
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
More than 100M people wear an Apple Watch, analyst says
iPhone 12 mini sales continue to lag in early 2021, new data suggests
Gmail iOS App Has Out of Date Warning After 2 Months of No Updates as Google Delays Privacy Labels
Satechi Launches Dual-Sided 2-in-1 USB-C Charger for Apple Watch and AirPods
Third-Generation Apple TV Losing Support for CBS All Access in Transition to Paramount+ Next Month
CBS and Showtime bundle no longer available through Apple TV app, ahead of Paramount+ launch
Google Fi Expanding VPN to iPhone Users Starting This Spring
PopSockets Launches New PopMount for Taking Photos
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Beta this week. iOS 14.5 beta 1 has no changes but there are some changes in setting defaults including setting default podcast player and Music service using Siri, and safe browsing through Safari.
Siri Setting in iOS 14.5 Beta Lets Users Select Default Music Streaming Service
YouTube Website's Picture-in-Picture Works Again in iOS 14.5 Beta
Apple Maps Adds Waze-Like Features in iOS 14.5 for Crowdsourcing Accidents, Speed Traps and Hazards
iOS 14.5 Beta Directs 'Safe Browsing' Traffic in Safari Through Apple Server Instead of Google to Protect Personal User Data
Our guest Shelly Brisbin has updated her great book iOS Access for All for iOS 14 she talks about whats new in iOS 14 added since iOS13.
We go in depth to talk about the updates to VoiceOver and Speech, Low Vision features with improvements to the magnifier, hearing including a great way to provide visual alerts of sounds. Open Accessibility > Under Hearing > Sound Recognition you can turn this on and turn on individual sounds including baby crying. As well some of the Physical and Motor settings including the popular back tap.
How is the iPhone 12 physically? We talked about what improvements Apple has made with the iPhone 12 compared to the previous models to help those with disabilities.
Tips
What to do with old/dying AirPods – replacements, recycling
Chrome for iOS tests locking your Incognito tabs with Touch and Face ID
Microsoft To Do levels up with new home screen widgets for iPhone and iPad
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guest
Shelly Brisbin @Shelly is a writer, editor, podcaster, and cocktail enthusiast. She does a podcast Parallel on Relay FM Her book iOS Access for All can be purchased here at https://iosaccessbook.com
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we discuss what Apple Watch is best for you. iOS 14.5 Beta 1 includes Face ID works with a mask using Apple Watch. Apple One bundles 4 months later are they still worth it? Plus tips on screenshots and requesting desktop website.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple TV+ Sees Record Weekend Viewership With 'Palmer' Launch
macOS Big Sur 11.3 Beta Adds Support for HomePod Stereo Pairs
Shazam for iPhone Gains a Home Screen Widget in Latest App Update
Microsoft takes on Keychain with Autofill features on iOS, macOS
Medical Doctors Underline Potential Risk of iPhone 12 Interference With Pacemakers
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PSA reminder - if you haven't already done so make sure you updated your iPhone and iPad to iOS 14.4 since it had 3 serious security flaws.
Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 1 the big announcement was the ability to unlock your iPhone with Face ID while wearing a mask with your Apple Watch. We review all the changes added along with iPadOS, WatchOS, and tvOS. Warren did have an issue with his Series 5 Watch and Face ID we talk about this in the topics.
Hands-On With the Apple Watch iPhone Unlocking Feature in iOS 14.5
Everything New in the iOS 14.5 Beta
iOS 14.5 to Add Support for Joint Apple Card Accounts
Apple Fitness+ Gaining AirPlay 2 Support in iOS 14.5
iOS 14.5 Enables 5G in Dual-SIM Mode on iPhone 12 Models
iOS 14.5 Adds an Option to Unlock iPhone with Apple Watch if You're Wearing a Mask
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 7.4 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 14.5 to Developers
Apple TV Series 3 slow death. YouTube is pulling the app from the old Series 3 Apple TV it seems this version is becoming obsolete sooner or later. Older Apple TV will require AirPlay for YouTube video playback starting next month
Warren decided to upgrade the Apple Watch to Series 6 as he was having issues with iOS 14.5 beta and Face ID. He reviews his experience. We also discuss what Apple Watch is right for you. Which Apple Watch should you buy?
Apple One bundle 4 months later. Is the Apple bundle still worth it? The Apple One Bundle was released in October 2020 and 4 months later we talk about the value and is it worth it to you in the long run.. Apple TV+ subscribers will continue receiving credit refunds until June
Apple One
Family sharing does come in handy as part of the 2 higher tiers with this bundle. Dave talks about one of his family members not able to backup her iPad and iPhone due to space limitations
Tips
Taking Screenshots of a website page and save as a PDF.
Using Request Desktop Site in Mobile Safari
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Discovery+
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by Jeff Gamet. We talk about using widgets on your iPhone. Warren creates a homemade magsafe case..sort of. Carrot weather has a major update. Apple has big Q1 2021 results.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Reports Record-Setting 1Q 2021 Results: $28.8B Profit on $111.4B Revenue [Conference Call Transcript]
Apple's Services Revenue Hits All-Time High of $15.8B Billion in Q1 2021
Apple Extends Free Apple TV+ Trials Until July
Apple Continues to Dominate Tablet Market With an Estimated 19.2 Million Shipments in Q4 2020
Apple Takes Top Spot in Global Smartphones Market With Record 82 Million iPhone Shipments in Q4 2020
Apple Now Has Over 1 Billion Active iPhones Worldwide, 1.65 Billion Total Devices
Apple's New 'Time to Walk' Feature Launches Today for Fitness+ Subscribers
Google to Stop Collecting Advertising Identifiers in iOS Apps in Response to iOS 14's Upcoming Tracking Prompt
Apple invites developers to attend special online event on improving apps widgets
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Beta this week. iOS 14.4 was released to everyone no beta at the moment except MacOS BigSur. Very important iOS 14.4 is installed on every iPhone due to a very serious security flaw. iOS 14.4 Features: Everything New in iOS 14.4
Apple Releases iOS 14.4 and iPadOS 14.4 With New Camera Warnings and Bug Fixes
Apple Releases tvOS 14.4 for Fourth and Fifth-Generation Apple TV Models
Apple Releases watchOS 7.3 With Unity Watch Face, Expanded ECG Availability and More
Warren did an experiment with MagSafe and made his own MagSafe case. He reviews how he created this and links here to what materials and cases he used.
Amazon.com: CHOETECH Magnetic Metal Plate, Compatible with Apple Magsafe Charger and Wireless Charger for Magnetic Phone Car Mount Holder Cradle with Adhesive (Compatible with Magnetic Mounts) 2 Pack
Amazon.com: Satechi Magnetic Sticker - Compatible with iPhone 11 Pro Max/11 Pro/11 & iPhone 12 Cases Without MagSafe
Steelie - The World's Greatest Mobile Device Holder
Jeff talks about Widgets in iOS
David Smith's black home screen icons: https://www.david-smith.org/blog/2014/10/15/blank-icon-slots/
Custom Widget Apps:
Widgetsmith Widgetsmith on the App Store
Hidgets Hidgets on the App Store
Color Widgets Color Widgets on the App Store
Pedometer++ Pedometer++ on the App Store
Apps
CARROT Weather 5.0 Launches With Fresh Design, More Snarky Dialogue and Customization Options
CARROT Weather on the App Store
What the Forecast iOS
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Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet,
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we review the Hubble iPad Case with a hub, Beta iOS 14.4 is almost out, Speck AirPods Pro case ClipFlip. Bluetooth Wireless mic for iPhone plus iOS news this week.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
There's Still No Sign of Privacy Labels for Most Google iOS Apps
Apple Shifting Some Production From iPhone 12 mini to iPhone 12 Pro to Meet Demand
Fitness+ Subscribers Now Have Nearly 300 Workouts to Choose From
Beeper Promises to Bring iMessage to Android and Windows, Unify 15 Chat Service
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Beta this week. iOS 14.4 Release Candidate was released today as we record. The links below
Apple Seeds iOS 14.4 and iPadOS 14.4 Release Candidate to Developers
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of watchOS 7.3 to Developers
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of tvOS 14.4 to Developers and Public Beta Testers
Warren received the Maskfone and tested it and reviews are in, and they are not good.
Engadget review of the MaskFone
Don't get your hopes up for the first facemask with built-in earbuds
Dave spoke to a number of product vendors from CES here are interviews from each.
Interview with Ethan from Fledging the Hubble iPad
Hubble for iPad: All-In-One USB-C Hub+Case for iPad Air and iPad Pro
Dave does a video review of Hubble for IPad from the show and describes the great features https://youtu.be/lgu46Jbq1D0.
Presidio ClickFlip for Airpods and the Presidio Cases. He reviews the Presidio perfect Clear Case - Brandi
Presidio Clickflip Airpods Pro Cases
Presidio Perfect-Clear Case for iPhone 12 Pro Max
Shows the ClipFlip and clear case on video
MightMic Pro wireless from Ampridge. Spoke top Paul Ackel
MightyMic Pro Wireless SmartPhone Microphone Mobile View
Apps
Microsoft Lists now available to download from the App Store
How to make iPhone polls with Agree app for free
PocketTube Subscription Manage on the App Store YouTube subscription manager
Our Host
Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by guest Kelly Guimont. #CES2021 was this week we talked about our first impressions of the show and review some great new products including a mask with an earphone and mic. You can stop your airpods from auto connecting and new beta release this week.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Roku Acquires Rights to Quibi Content for Less Than $100 Million
Apple and Hyundai hope to reach Apple Car deal by March
Netflix reportedly testing AirPods spatial audio support
Apple Planning to Bring Music and Podcasts Apps to Microsoft Store
Apple launches major new Racial Equity and Justice Initiative projects to challenge systemic racism, advance racial equity nationwide
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Beta this week. iOS 14.4 Beta 2 was released this week. Some notes on beta:
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 14.4 and iPadOS 14.4 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 7.3 to Developers
Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 14.4 to Developers
iOS 14.4 Will Introduce Warning on iPhones With Non-Genuine Cameras
CES 2021 we attended this event virtually for the first time and with Dave coming off his first in person CES in 2020 this was definitely a different experience. The media events at Pepcom and ShowStoppers were a bit more personal but overall the show was good. We all give our highlights of this week and look for interviews Dave did with some of the exhibitors in next week's show.
CES 2021: Satechi Launches Dock5 Multi-Device Charging Station
MaskFone by BinaTone
Owl Wired Smoke / Carbon Monoxide works with Home Kit. https://getowlhome.com/
CES 2021: Kensington's New StudioDock Combines iPad Pro Docking Station With iPhone and AirPods Chargers
Belkin 2-1 MagSafe iPhone and Airpods charging https://www.belkin.com/us/p/P-WIZ010/
Belkin SoundForm Freedom earbuds https://www.belkin.com/us/p/P-AUC002/ has FindMy Support
Noopl Hearing https://www.bwone.com/noopl-to-unveil-breakthrough-audio-device-via-pepcoms-digital-experience-at-ces/
CES 2021: Scosche Debuts New Car Mounts Compatible With Apple's MagSafe Charger
Tips
How to stop AirPods from connecting to other Apple devices
Apps
'Denim' is a new iPhone app that lets you create stunning cover artwork for your playlists
Last week we talked about the Remote App it does not work with any of his TVs as he owns as they are older than 2 years and both of them Samsung. The developer did confirm it did not work at this time so make sure your TV works with this app before purchasing.
About our Podcast Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont writes for The Mac Observer and is the host of The Daily Observations Podcast. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by Jeff Gamet. Pre CES events and Dave talks about some new products. 2021 and what to expect with Apple. New accessories roundup new app for viewing documents that works well.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Google Planning to Update iOS Apps With Privacy Labels Soon
iPhone 12 mini Sales Have Been Disappointing in the US
iPhone 12 Costs 21 Percent More to Make Than iPhone 11
Apple touts the success of its various services Apple Newsroom Link.
Loup Ventures foresees future Apple services such as Health+, Maps+, Podcasts+, more
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 14.4 was released on 12/16/20 no updates since then are we near a release?
Dave has some new products received as gifts and wanted to provide a review but did he keep them?
Car Vent Mount PRO with MagSafe for iPhone 12 sold by Apple
Otterbox iPhone 12 Pro Max Case with Colorful Highlights | Aneu Series sold by Apple
This Hub is designed to be used with a M1 Mac with Thunderbolt 4 but he tested it with iPad and it works great. OWC Thunderbolt Hub for M1 Mac, Thunderbolt 3 equipped Mac, and Thunderbolt 4 PC
Warren’s Amazon Case
Jeff’s iPhone car mount
CES starts next week but some of the products have been announced at press events this week here are a few.
Jabra Announces New Color Additions to Elite 85t Active Noise Cancelling Earbuds
Movo Introduces Smartphone Lenses for the Content Creators The Movo SPL Smartphone Lens Series comprises 3 different, high-quality, universal, clip-on lenses designed specifically for use with smartphones, both iOS and Android. Each lens offers a dynamic and unique perspective solution including fisheye, telephoto and wide angle. The Movo SPL series of lenses safely and conveniently attaches to any smartphone camera system without any additional hardware needed. It creates a dynamic photo and video capture experience on any smartphone by providing a variety of visual perspectives.
Movo Smartphone Lenses (SPL Series) models:
- SPL-FE Super Fisheye Lens: 238-degree, clip-on lens for smartphones; $39.95
- SPL-TELE Telephoto Lens: 3X zoom perspective, clip-on lens for smartphones; $39.95
- SPL-WA Wide Angle Lens: 18-mm perspective, clip-on lens for smartphones; $39.95
They will be released in late in the Q1 2021.
2021 what do we expect from Apple. More insight on what to expect from our panel.
Tips
Zoom now allows AirPlay sharing so you can share your iPhone or iPad natively right in Zoom.
Apps
Overviewer is a new app that turns an iPhone into a document camera for Zoom and virtual learning APP LINK
'TV Remote' turns your iPhone into a universal control for TVs APP LINK
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet,
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is Joined by Holden DePardo and Brian DePardo. We review 2020 and Apple all the great things that happened this year and there was quite a bit including 4 virtual events. What we expect in 2021 and Beta 14.4 is out.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Loses Copyright Claims in Lawsuit Against Corellium
9 of Top 10 U.S. Smartphone Activations on Christmas Day 2020 Were iPhones
HomePod mini works with 18W power supplies after 14.3 software update
Gazelle is ending its used device trade-in program
Topics
2020 Year in Review for iOS/iPadOS and hardware. With the world upside down because of the pandemic, Apple had a banner year with many new product releases, WWDC and 3 virtual events. What were our top things that Apple announced. We list below some of the highlights.
- January - iPad turned 10
- March - New iPad Pros and iPad Magic Keyboard
- April - iPhone SE 2nd Gen was released
- June - WWDC held virtually for the first time iOS14 and iPadOS 14 was announced in beta.
- September - was the 1st virtual event announced New Apple Watch Series 6 and SE, iPad Air w/ Touch ID on the power button, Apple One Bundles
- October was the 2nd virtual event announced iPhone 12 models and HomePod Mini. iOS14 released to everyone.
- November was the 3rd virtual event in which they announced the First Apple Silicon M1 Macs which can also run iOS / iPadOS applications.
- December Apple announced the new $550 AirPods Max Headphones and Fitness+ was released.
What do we expect for 2021? we discuss what Apple may release next year. New iPad Pro is one thing discussed.
Beta this week: iOS 14.4 beta was released on 12/6/20 with no beta number. Doe it have ad tracking notification enforced? Currently it is optional for developers to prompt the user. Its possible Apple may start enforcing it with iOS 14.4.
Magsafe accessories we discuss which ones we use and are they worth it.
iPhone 12 mini (is there a market for it?) Brian has the iPhone 12 Mini and gives his review and we discuss if this model lives up to its size.
App Clips (have you used them?) we discuss and mention Panera Bread has an App clip built into Apple Maps. If you search for a Panera Bread location and tap the one near you it will give you the option of ordering directly within the Maps app.
Tips
Important tip on How to erase and prepare an Apple Watch for gifting, recycling, or selling
Great information with obtaining 2 years of transactions How to get an accounting of your Apple Cash transactions
Apps
Brian’s Picks
SolarWatch
NetNewsWire
Dave’s Pick
SurfShark iOS
About our Guests
Holden DePardo studies computer science and co-hosts two podcasts: Respawn Aim Fire and Networked Podcast. Twitter: @holdendepardo
Brian DePardo is a writer and IT Professional living in Dallas, TX.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by Chuck Joiner. We debate the Facebook vs Apple anti-tracking, iOS 14.3 whats new, review of Fitness+, Airpods Pro Max comparing to high end headphones, App Store privacy settings, and why some of us don't like the HomePod handoff.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
macOS Big Sur 11.1 Enables Full-Screen iPhone and iPad Apps on M1 Macs
iOS 14 Now Installed on 81% of iPhones From the Last Four Years
Facebook Says Apple's Upcoming Anti-Tracking Prompt is 'More About Profit Than Privacy' and Backs Epic Games vs. Apple [Updated] and Apple Responds to Facebook's Anti-Tracking Criticism, Says Users Deserve Control and Transparency
Here is a link to Apple’s App Store Privacy policy: App Store & Privacy
Topics
A side note our discussion on the AirPods Pro Max from last week: here is more info and a comparison to high end headphones from a MacVoices viewer describing comparisons to high end.
Who are the AirPods Max aimed towards? It's the same market or type of consumer that these wireless headphones are aimed at; Beyerdynamic Amiron Wireless Copper ($699) DALI IO-6 ($499) Sennheiser RS 195 ($449) Master & Dynamic MW65 ($499) Focal Listen Bluetooth Wireless ($490) With the exception of noise cancellation, what the AirPods Pro Max brings to the table that these other brands don't is the following;
- Spatial Audio
- Atmos, 7.1 support
- Active Noise Cancellation
- Transparency mode
- Adaptive EQ using mics and sensors
- Ear and neck detection
- Multiple SoC for extended battery life and computation audio processing
- Apple grade pairing
- lagless wireless audio, auto switching
- the ability to add features, over time, via software updates
- So if you're someone that appreciates high-end audio AND tight-integration with the Apple ecosystem, there's a good chance these headphones are for you. As well as there's the fashion angle.
Beta this week. iOS 14.4 Beta 1 was released to developers and Pubic beta and we discuss whats new.
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 14.4 and iPadOS 14.4 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 7.3 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 14.4 to Developers
Upcoming HomePod 14.4 Software Update to Add New HomePod Mini U1 Features
iOS 14.3 is officially out. We review all the new features. 10 (good) reasons to install iOS 14.3
- Privacy Nutrition Labels
- App Clips
- ProRAW format for high-end iPhones
- Proximity Controls for HomePod
- Fitness+
- Weather adds Air Quality
- Shortcuts get stealthy
- TV app gets better adds TV+ tab
iOS 14.3 Features: Everything New in iOS 14.3
Apple Releases 14.3 Software for HomePod and HomePod Min
How to Assign Primary Users to Individual HomePods in the Same Household
Apple Releases watchOS 7.2 With Fitness+, Cardio Fitness Notifications, and More
Fitness+ was released this week. Apple Fitness+ we discuss the features and what to expect with this new service.Here is How to Sign Up for Apple Fitness+ and Its included with the AppleOne Premier bundle. Apple Fitness+ Works on iPhone and iPad Without an Apple Watch but you cannot airplay videos to AppleTV since it has its own app. Life Time Health & Fitness Club Offering Apple Fitness+ as Part of Membership here are Countries Where Apple Fitness+ is Available and here is How to Find an Apple Fitness+ Workout. . The Fitness app is not on the iPad here is How to Download the Fitness+ App on iPad here is How to Download an Apple Fitness+ Workout for Offline Viewing
Tips
How to use Handoff with HomePod and HomePod mini
4 ways to create a new contact on your iPhone
Apps
Copy That iOS from OWC
Halide Camera App
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we talk about the new AirPods Max are they worth the price, review and give our opinions on how they will be. Fitness+ will be out next week will it be popular and will we use it. App picks and iOS 14.3 is almost out for all.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple retires Music Memos app for iOS, points users towards Voice Memos instead
Brave Browser for iOS Updates App to Remove Reward Features That Violated App Store Rules
Microsoft confirms Xbox cloud gaming is coming to iOS in spring 2021
Google Photos lets you sync liked images w/ Apple Photos
Apple Music adds animated album covers in iOS 14.3, macOS 11.1
Disney+ gains 13M subscribers in two months, hits 86.8M paying users [u]
The Disney Vault Is Officially Open : App Store Story Disney vault is officially open on Disney+
Apple Confirms Family Sharing for In-App Purchases and Subscriptions is Now Available
Apple launches repair program for iPhone 11 display with touch issues
Apple Confirms 29W Power Adapter Incompatible With MagSafe Duo Charger
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 14.3 Beta 4. Apple Seeds Second Release Candidate of iOS 14.3 and iPadOS 14.3 to Developers
HomePod OS 14.2.1 Apple Releases 14.2.1 Software for HomePod and HomePod Mini
AirPods Max were released this week and we discuss all there is to know about them.
Apple introduces AirPods Max, the magic of AirPods in a stunning over-ear design
AirPods Max Unboxing Videos: 'More Than Good Enough to Compete With Other High-End Headphones'
AirPods Max development took at least 4 years
Apple didn't include the U1 chip in the new AirPods Max
Fitness+ is being released December 14th we discuss and will we try it out.
Apple Fitness+: The future of fitness launches December 14
Apple's Jay Blahnik Explains How Fitness+ Will Work for Beginners
Apps
Dave’s Pick
Scanner Pro by Readdle on the App Store
Warren’s Pick
9to5Toys on the App Store
ZeroLemon MagSafe charger clone
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by Guy Serle. We review iOS apps running on the M1 Silicon Macs and are they worth the installation. Outlook.com email keeps asking for password, top 20 apps for 2020, revised accessibility site for Apple, and App picks of the week.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Could Be Forced to Include a Charger with Every iPhone Sold in Brazil
Google Authenticator iOS App Gains New Export Accounts Option
Multiple iPhone 12 Users Report Sudden Drops in 5G and LTE Cellular Coverage
Apple Watch Sets New Record With Estimated 11.8 Million Shipments Last Quarter
iOS 14.2 Quietly Added FaceTime 1080p Support to iPhone 8 and Later Models
MagSafe Duo Charger for iPhone 12 and Apple Watch Now Available for Purchase
AppleCare Memo Hints at Potential Hardware Announcement Next Tuesday
Apple revamps its Accessibility page to spotlight iOS and macOS features
Family Sharing for Subscriptions Now Available
Topics
Beta this week. iOS, iPadOS, tvOS 14.3 Beta 3 and WatchOS 7.2. the beta update includes a few minor new features, like ProRAW support for iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max cameras,
Apple Releases Third Betas of iOS 14.3 and iPadOS 14.3 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 7.2 to Developers
Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 14.3 Update to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Many users are complaining about iOS14 mail asking to sign back into your Outlook.com email account.
After iOS 14 updates, required to reset password for Outlook in Apple Mail App - Microsoft Q&A
Running iOS apps on a M1 Silicon Mac. We discuss how you install the iOS apps on your Silicon Mac and ways around offloading them when the developer doesnt “allow” it. We also discuss why would you want to run them on your Mac.
https://www.theverge.com/2020/11/18/21574207/how-to-install-run-any-iphone-ipad-app-m1-mac
Apple Announces top downloaded iOS games for 2020 we discuss and might have a played a few.
Apple Shares Top 20 Most Downloaded Games and Apps of 2020
Apple revamped their accessibility site and we discuss all the great features added.
Apple revamps its Accessibility page to spotlight iOS and macOS features
Apple Accessibility Site
Tips
Remove Location Data From Photos
App Of the Week
Guy’s Pick
Robot wants kitty ios
Warren’s Pick
Secret Photo Vault - Keepsafe on the App Store
Dave’s Pick
Lightleap - Formerly Quickshot on the App Store
About our Guest
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast. Email: guy@mymac.com Twitter: @MacParrot or VertShark Podcasts: MyMac Podcast http://mymac.com and Mac to the Future GO! Podcast
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by Jeff Gamet. We review the HomePod Mini and provide a demo on its sound. Dave reviews the MagSafe Charger and a Samsung T5 SSD drive for the iPad. Also some great hidden iPhone tips.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Xbox Series X Controller Support Coming to Apple Devices
Original iPhone SE, iPhone 6S could be left behind in iOS 15
Cable companies offered brandable Apple TV remote alternative
iFixIt Teardown shows iPhone 12 Pro Max's enlarged camera module
Apple Releases iOS 14.2.1 for iPhone 12 Specific Bugs
Apple Fitness+ Arriving with iOS 14.3 and watchOS 7.2?
Sensor Tower: top five widget apps for iOS 14 installed on 15% of US iPhones
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 14.3 Beta 2. the beta update includes a few minor new features, like ProRAW support for iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max cameras,
Apple releases second developer betas of tvOS 14.3 and watchOS 7.2
iOS 14.3 beta makes it easier to set custom app icon
HomePod Mini Reviews. Both Jeff and Dave received their HomePod Mini and provide their reviews. Jeff went a step further and posted many pictures on social media comparing them to Amazon Echo and the big boy HomePod. He did provide an audio demo to get an idea of the sound.
Jeff's Demo Setup
Dave’s Review of the Apple MagSafe charger for iPhone 12. It also works with wireless charging on iPhone's wireless and the AirPods and Airpods Pro with wireless charging.
MagSafe Charger
Also a review of the Samsung T5 External SSD 1TB for the iPad and Mac
SAMSUNG T5 Portable SSD 1TB - Up to 540MB/s - USB 3.1 External Solid State Drive
Dave appeared on the MacVoices 2020 first of many gift guides and gave some great options for gifts along with Chuck Joiner, Kelly Guimont and Brett Terpstra joined him the show is broken down in 2 parts?
MacVoices #20260: MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #1 (1)
MacVoices #20261: MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #1 (2)
Tips
Wifi and Bluetooth Access in Control Center
Calculator erase numbers
Accessiblity Visual indicator
Apps
Dave’s Picks
Video 2 Photo iOS
FilmBox iOS
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet, and soon as the host of That Interview Show.
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we both have our iPhone 12 Pro Max and we give our review. We talk iPhone Backup and problems restoring. Beta 14.3 is out and we review the one more thing event.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Begins Issuing Monthly Credits to Apple TV+ Subscribers Through January
HomePod Mini Begins Shipping to Customers, First Orders Arrive November 16
iPhone 12 Mini Users Report Lock Screen Touch Sensitivity Issues
Disney+ Surpasses 73 Million Paying Subscribers
Topics
Dave and Warren both received their iPhone 12 Pro Max Dave has a Pacific Blue 256GB and Warren a Silver 256GB. We give our first impressions with its performance and new features including the new camera.
Dave had quite the ordeal trying to restore his backup to the new iPhone 12 Pro Max as it seemed his back up was corrupt after hours of trying and it also would not restore iPhone to iPhone. So he decided to just set it up manually and signed into his iCloud account. He wanted to delete the backup and it would not allow that. He reviews this.
Turned out Apple had locked the backup for 48 hours and it took 1 hour talking to Apple Support
We discuss the back up process and how to restore your iPhone when failure occurs
Cases. There are many cases available for the iPhone 12 Pro Max here are some choices.
THREEBEES Compatible with iPhone 12 Pro Max Case
TOZO Compatible for iPhone 12 Pro Max Case
Speck Products Presidio Perfect-Clear iPhone 12 Pro Max Case, Clear/Clear
iPhone 12 Pro Max Leather Case with MagSafe
iPhone 12 Pro Max Clear Case with MagSafe .
Beta this week. iOS 14.3 Beta 1. Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 14.3 and iPadOS 14.3 to Public Beta Testers
iOS 14.3 will suggest third-party apps to users during the iPhone or iPad setup process
The HomePod Mini is shipping this week and Dave has 2 on order and will be giving a review in future episode.
One more thing even was this past week we review all the Mac Announcements including Warren’s purchase.
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren are joined by attorney Michael DJ Eisenberg. We talk about using iOS devices at law firms, iOS and your digital legacy and final thoughts before we pre order our iPhone 12 Pro Max. iOS 14.2 was released with HomePod Intercom.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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As we always do we ask our new guest what iOS devices he has and how he uses them,
News
Apple announces special event for November 10: 'One more thing' and its Dave’s Birthday :)
Apple Watch Now Supports Standalone Spotify Streaming
Pandora Update Adds HomePod Support
‘The Mandalorian’ Supports AirPods Pro Spatial Audio
AirPods Pro free replacement eligibility: how to check yours
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 14.2 has been released to all as of today along with HomePod, WatchOS, iPadOS, and tvOS.
Apple Releases iOS 14.2 and iPadOS 14.2 With New Emoji, Control Center Music Recognition, Intercom, Wallpapers and More
Apple Releases 14.2 Software for HomePod With New Siri, Intercom and Home Theater Features
Apple Releases tvOS 14.2 for Fourth and Fifth-Generation Apple TV Models
Apple fixes three iOS zero-days exploited in the wild
About the security content of iOS 12.4.9
Dave and Warren are on the eve of pre ordering the iPhone 12 Pro Max is it worth it? iPhone 12 Pro Max vs iPhone XS Max: Should You Upgrade?
HomePod Mini pre order is also tomorrow.
Michael as an attorney we find out how iOS works in a law firm.
We also talk with Michael about your digital legacy and tips on how to protect yourself when you pass and making sure your devices are accessible.
About our Guest
Michael D.J. Eisenberg is a Washington, DC based attorney. He helps Veterans with their disability benefits appeals before the Department of Veterans Affairs, Military Members with their Medical/Physical Evaluation Boards, and Federal Employees with their Federal Employment matters. Michael has taken his 40 year love of computers into a blog helping his fellow attorneys at The Tech Savvy Lawyer.Page where he also hosts a biweekly podcast, The Tech Savvy Lawyer.Page Podcast. On his podcast, he interviews judges, attorneys and others in the legal arena where they talk about how computers, software and hardware enhance their practice of law and their services to their clients. Twitter @tslp13
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren are here we review the new Apple One Bundle and give cost comparisons. iPad Air vs iPad Pro and is the Pro with it. Warren gets a braided solo loop for his watch at the Apple Store. A new App Pick ClipDrop is reviewed.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Clips gets its biggest update ever
iPhone 12 Lineup Enables Personal Hotspot Over Faster 5GHz Wi-Fi
iPad Air Might Make the Pro Obsolete
Microsoft now rolling out full iPadOS trackpad support to Word, PowerPoint, and Excel apps
T-Mobile activates mid-band 5G in nearly 200 new cities and towns
Topics
Beta this week. 14.2 RC was released after a bug that kept popping up that it needed updating and it wasn’t ready. It should be on track to be released this week along with pre orders or the iPhone 12 Mini and iPhone 12 Pro Max. Hands-on with iOS 14.2 RC top changes and features [Video]
Warren has a new watch band and his experience with the band measurement at the Apple Store
His son has the iPhone 12 why not go with the pro? He gives his impressions. We also talk about a great Trade-In Deal with T-Mobile.
Apple One Bundles are here! We discuss the different packages available, is it worth the and you can add an additional 2TB of storage to iCloud bringing the maximum to 4TB.
Apple One bundle now live: discounted Apple Music and more
How much money can you save with the Apple One subscription bundle?
iPad Air vs iPad Pro is the Air the worthy model? 2020 iPad Air vs. iPad Pro: Hands-On Comparison
Tips
Press and hold the App Store Icon and brings up Menu you can select Update right to the update section.
How to Listen to Audiobooks on an Apple Watch
How to Change Tips on the AirPods Pro
How to Force Restart iPhone SE (2020 model)
iPhone 12: How to Hard Reset, Enter DFU, Recovery Mode, and More
How To Use iPhone 12 Pro To Measure Person's Height
Apps
ClipDrop - AR Copy Paste on the App Store - Website: https://clipdrop.co/
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren and Jeff Gamet joins us this week. Warren has way too many iPhone cases, many more choice for iPhone chargers now that its not included, earwax is the issue with your AirPods, and intercom comes to the HomePod..sort of.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Updates iMovie and GarageBand for iOS With New Features
Apple TV app launching on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 next month
Earwax in AirPods, or a fault? New Apple tool will find out.
Quibi video service shuts down 6 months after launch, 1 day after Apple TV app release
Apple's TV Remote App Pulled From App Store Since Functionality is Available in Control Center
iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPad Air orders have begun
iPhone 12 Supports Downloading OTA iOS Updates On 5G
Apple eyeing 'Express' store format to help deal with iPhone 12 demand
Topics
Warren attempted selling his iPhone 11 Pro Max prematurely. He has quite a collection of cases a total of 13 to be exact.
What iPhone 12 models are we all ordering?
iOS 14.1 was released. Apple Releases iPadOS and iOS 14.1 With Multiple Bug Fixes Ahead of iPhone 12 Launch very strange release prior to this. Then this happened again. Another iOS 14 Bug Resets Default Mail and Browser App After App Updates
Beta this week. iOS 14.2 Beta 4 was released. Beta 4 of iOS 14.2 & iPadOS 14.2 Released for Testing and iOS 14.2 and iPadOS 14.2 Beta 4 Download Available Now Public Beta Apple seeds fourth public betas of iOS 14.2 and iPadOS 14.2 to public beta testers WatchOS Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 7.1 to Developers
Whats new with Chargers? There are some great values now that the power adapter will not be included with the iPhone 12. Best iPhone 12 Chargers 2020
HomePod 14.1 was released adding Intercom support to the HomePod and ready for HomePod Mini. Hands-On with the HomePod's New Intercom Feature, Alarms, and Siri Tricks Why should you buy the HomePod Mini?
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet, and soon as the host of That Interview Show. Jeff is moderating this event on October 28, 2020: How to Get in the Automation Mindset + Intro to Zapier
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by Kelly Guimont. We do a final recap of the Apple new HomePod Mini and iPhone 12. Dave does a review of a new Netgear Mesh router be bought that set up nicely using his iPhone. Some Safari iOS tips including translate websites.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
MagSafe-Compatible iPhone Accessories Coming From PopSocket
Dolby Atmos Coming to HomePod With Apple TV 4K
Walmart opens limited preorders for the new iPad Air, ships October 23
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 14.2 Beta 3 was released this week
Apple releases third public betas of iOS 14.2 and iPadOS 14.2
5 Things to Know About the iPadOS 14.1 Update
5 Things to Know About the iOS 14.1 Update
HomePod Mini was a great announcement and what an amazing price what were our thoughts and will we buy one.
We discuss what iPhone would be best for you with the new iPhone 12 announced there are so many models still available one may fit you better than others. Which iPhones are Dave and Kelly getting? This is a great guide to all iPhone sizes. iPhone 12 Size Comparison: All iPhone Models Side by Side
Magsafe Charging will it be worth it? We discuss the new way to charge iPhones.
No more power adapters and they include the Lightning to USB-C cable pick yourself up a 100W USB-C charger 100W, AUKEY Omnia USB C Charger (Upgraded) with GaNFast Technology, PD Charger Power Delivery 3.0 iPhone 11 Pro Max,
5G in a few minutes what is it and why did Apple make such a big deal about it during the event this week?
Dave bought a new mesh router from Netgear with WIFI 6.He wanted to discuss how amazingly easy it was to set up just using a iPhone and the Nighthawk App. This is a link to the Costco Site. https://www.costco.com/netgear-nighthawk-whole-home-mesh-wifi-6-system%2c-3-pack.product.100536361.html
Tips
Safari in iOS Tips
Translate in Safari When you navigate to a website an want to translate it Tap the Aa button in the bar and select translate. Show the settings and show how to add languages to make it easier to translate. Toggle between English and other language.
Privacy Report - Click the Aa button on the bar and select Privacy report. You would be amazed how many trackers there are on some websites.
Brower Default - When you install other browsers like Firefox, Edge, Chrome, and some others you now can change the default browser. Goto Settings > in this case Chrome and select Default Browser.
Clipboard privacy. iOS 14 now is watching when apps use your clipboard. When you copy and paste something from one app to another you will get a warning like this.
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont writes for The Mac Observer and is the host of The Daily Observations Podcast. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave is joined by Mike Potter, Gary Malpas, Chuck Joiner, and Eric E and provide their first-hand reactions to Apple’s Hi Speed Event where they announced HomePod mini and the entire lineup of iPhone 12 models including the mini, Pro, and Pro Max!
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
This Episode was simulcasted with For Mac Eyes Only my thanks to Mike Potter for hosting and help with editing this episode.
HomePod mini
iPhone 12 & 12 mini
iPhone Pro and Pro Max
Links to our Co-Hosts and Guests
Mike Potter - For Mac Eyes Only
Chuck Joiner - MacVoices
Gary GazMaz Malpas - MyMac.com
Eric Erickson
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by Adam Christianson from the Maccast podcast. We talk to Adam about his new Series 6 and compare notes with Dave. Warren can move his Tesla with his iPhone using a remote app, Apple Event coming up and what do we expect and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Stops Selling Earphones and Speakers From Rivals Ahead of Expected New Product Launches
Apple Announces iPhone 12 Event for October 13
Leaker Confirms HomePod Mini Coming This Year
Apple October 13 "Hi, Speed" event wallpapers
tvOS 14.0.2 Now Available
Apple Providing Apple TV+ Subscribers With Three Months of Free Access, Extending Free Trial Subscriptions Through January Seems Apple Support hasn’t been on top of outages.
PSA: First Free Year of Apple TV+ Subscriptions Ending, Expect Charges on October 31
Apple Adding iPhone 5c to Vintage Products List on October 31
OtterBox and Brydge announce collaboration on new accessories following strategic investment
Apple to Announce Q4 2020 Earnings on October 29
Apple Music saw its paid subscriptions grow 21% in the second quarter
DuckDuckGo Releases Driving, Walking Directions Powered by Apple's MapKit
Topics
Beta this week. There are no changes; we are still on iOS 14.2 Beta 2 which now works on the iPhone XR.
Adam did upgrade to the Apple Watch Series 6 to the Series 2 which was quite a jump. Dave discusses with him first impressions and what he likes and dislikes about the new model and more.
Tip: When you upgrade your Apple Watch make sure you have the latest version of WatchOS. You can set up the Watch as new and upgrade then restore it with your backup .
Apps
Warren App Picks
Tesla App ios
Tesla Remote iOS
Trivia Royale iOS
About our Guest
Adam Christianson is host the of Maccast Podcast You can find him on Twitter @maccast
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS we are joined by guest co-host Guy Serle and our special guest Brett Terpstra. We talk about iText Editors and note apps Dave reviews the Sketchboard Pro for iPad and battery drain tips.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
We Welcome our New Guest
Like we do with all new guests we find out more about Brett and what iOS devices he uses.
News
iOS 14.2 beta code hints no free EarPods with 'iPhone 12'
Apple TV App Reportedly Coming to Xbox, 'Likely' in Time for Series X/S Launch on November 10
Apple Acquired Podcast App Scout FM Earlier This Year
The iPod Nano is Now 'Obsolete'
Topics
Beta this week.iOS 14.2 Beta 2 Adds New Emoji Characters like Ninja, Pinata, Bubble Tea, Polar Bear and More Apple releases second developer betas of iOS 14.2, iPadOS 14.2, tvOS 14.2, watchOS 7.1, ninth macOS Big Sur beta
Using text editors can be handy when you use them on an iPad or iPhone. Brett has a great comparison of these and what they would be good to use for. iTextEditors - iPhone and iPad text/code editors and writing tools compared
Battery drain issues on your Apple Watch and iPhone Apple suggests wiping and restoring both seems extreme. We also talk about
Missing GPS Data or Facing Excess Battery Drain on iPhone or Apple Watch? Apple Recommends Restoring your Device
iOS 14 Battery Drain Issues: 11 Tips to Improve iPhone Battery Life
Google annouches pixel 5 and 4a ahead of eminent iPhone 12 launch. Plus a $49 google chromecast and $99 speaker what’s next for the HomePod and Apple TV?
Roundup: Google preempts iPhone 12 with new 5G-enabled Pixel 5 and 4a, redesigned Chromecast, more
Dave interviewed the founder of SketchBoard Pro JJ at CES earlier this year and he has one in his hands to review which is designed for the iPad so artists have a board to help them with comfort while drawing. Sketchboard Pro for iPad Artists
Tips
Messages in iOS 14. Pinning messages including group messages and single messages by swiping right or tap and hold. Reply to a prior message in group message by tapping and holding the message and reply to just that. That also works in one on one message.
watchOS 7: How to Share Apple Watch Faces
About our Guest
Brett Terpstra is a coder, author and web developer as well as a podcaster. You can find all his work at brettterpstra.com and Twitter @ttscoff
About our Guest Co-Host
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast. Email: guy@mymac.com Twitter: @MacParrot or VertShark Podcasts: MyMac Podcast http://mymac.com Mac to the Future YouTube channel
Mac to the Future GO! Podcast Want to help me with all the content I create? Buy me a coffee at Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/macparrot Do that Patreon thing: https://patreon.com/macparrot PayPal me: https://paypal.me/macparrot
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by guest Jeff Gamet. Dave has the new Apple Watch in blue and gives his review. IOS 14 features are reviewed with App library and Widgets plus more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Releases iOS 14.0.1 With Fix for Bug That Resets Default Apps After Rebooting
Apple Stops Signing iOS 13.7 After Releasing iOS 14, Downgrading No Longer Possible
Apple Updates iWork Apps for iOS With Support for Scribble, New Image Picker, Editable Shapes and More
iOS 14 adoption rapidly outpacing iOS 13 as users react to widgets, PIP, and more
1Password Partners With Privacy for Virtual Credit Cards
Apple Now Allowing Band-Only Returns For Ill-Fitting Solo Loop
Topics
Beta this week. Apple releases first public betas of iOS 14.2, iPadOS 14.2 and iPhone XR was pulled from beta because of bugs.
Apple Watch Series 6 was out last week and Dave traded in his Series 4. He gives his thoughts on the new Watch and is it worth an upgrade. watchOS7 discussion.
With iOS 14 released lets review some of the great features and what we like and maybe dislike about it.
Battery Life
BackTap
Control Center changes
Editing/removing home screens, activating App Library
Widgets
Spatial Audio for AirPods Pro
Picture in Picture screen now available on the iPhone. You can now go look at other things while connected to FaceTime and be paused.
Apps
Widgetsmith
Fantastical
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet, and soon as the host of That Interview Show.
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren talk all about the Apple Event with New Apple Watch, iPad, iPad Air and a new service bundle AppleOne. Airpods Pro goes spacial and another beta 14.2 just after iOS14 is released. Plus change your default iOS browser.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News
Apple Just Quietly Made These Two Key Improvements to AppleCare+
Amazon Music now has podcasts
Apple and Barclays Stop Issuing 'Apple Rewards Visa' as Product Financing Shifts to Apple Card
DuckDuckGo Gets iOS 14 Update, Can Be Set as Default Browser App
New AirPods Pro Firmware Introduces Spatial Audio Support and Automatic Switching
Topics
Another thanks to Mike Potter and the For Mac Eyes Only podcast for the dual podcast last episode.
Beta this week iOS14.2 was released to developers today and Warren reviews the changes. iOS 14.2 Beta Adds New Shazam Music Recognition Feature for Control Center
Apple Releases First Betas of iOS 14.2 and iPadOS 14.2 to Developers [Updated]
Apple Event this week there were quite a few announcements. We reviewed the event and what was announced.
Apple Watch Series 6 with Blood Oxygen Monitoring and New colors, New faces, solo loop bands. Also announced Apple Watch SE with Family Set up to pair multiple watches to one iPhone.
iPad 8th Gen 10.2” with pencil and keyboard support starts at $329 with $299 education discount. iPad Air 10.9” with A14 chip, USB -C and Touch ID in power button. Who needs a Pro with the specs of Air stars at $599.
Fitness+ to compete against Peloton its a workout service $9.99 per month $79.99 a year coming in the fall. 3 Months free with Apple Watch purchase.
Apple announced iOS14, iPadOS14, WatchOS 7, tvOS14 were released today. It made total sense since there are new iPads and Apple Watch and someone (Friend Guy Serle) thought it would be released next year. Apple did make developers unhappy giving them less than 24 hours to have their apps ready.
AppleOne Bunde, Starting at $14.95 you can now bundle many of the services for a better price.
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
This special Episode of Touch With iOS Dave joins Mike Potter on For Mac Eyes Only as we dual podcast with Guests Chuck Joiner, Gary Malpas, and Eric Erickson as we react to all the announcements from the Apple event.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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What was announced at the Event:
Apple Watch Series 6
Apple Watch SE
AppleOne Bundles
iPad 8th Gen with A12 Chip and boost in speed
iPad Air with A14 Bionic Chip and USB-C Support
Apple Watch Family Setup for those without an iPhone (Need Apple Watch with Cellular)
Fitness + Competing with Peloton.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren talk about what they expect at the Apple event on Sept 15th, We give tips on how to take a full page screenshot on iPhone, how to turn your iPhone or iPad into a webcam, how to remove apps from Apple Watch, and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple One Bundle Revealed in Android Code
Apple One services bundle possibly confirmed in Apple Music code
Analyst Examines Apple Card One Year Later
Apple releases iOS 13.7 with Exposure Notifications Express system
Carrier marketing email confirms 'iPhone 12' 5G support | Appleinsider
Topics
An Apple event was announced for 9/15 we talk about what to expect and what could be released. Should you wait to buy an Apple Watch? Are there new iPads coming? When will the iPhone 12 be released? AirTags Are Now in Production – Could They Launch at the Apple Event Next Week?
Beta this week. iOS14 Beta 8 was released to Developers and the public. We review what changed and when we expect iOS14 to be released.
iOS 14's App Library: The FAQ
Apple Releases Eighth Betas of iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Apple Seeds Eighth Beta of watchOS 7 to Developers
Tips
Turn off Significant locations Settings > Privacy > Location Services > System Services
Screenshot an entire webpage on a iPhone or iPad
Hold the spacebar down and you can move your cursor wherever you want.
Hold down the . to bring up the URL extensions like .ORG or .COM etc.
How to Install & Remove Apps on Apple Watch
Shift the keyboard to the left or right for one handed typing hold emoji key down
Apps
There is a new app out there that can turn your iPhone or iPad into a webcam its called Camo by Reincubate which a a UK company that came up with this really cool app. What you need is to install the app on your Mac and on your iPhone. Of course the quality is amazing especially using a iPhone 11 Pro Max camera. There is a free version and the Pro version adds tons more settings including access to all 3 lenses on the iPhone 11 Pro as well as post production zoom. This is a subscription model $39.99 per year.
GoodNotes 5 Updated to Support Document Sharing via iCloud Sync
Reincubate Lookup on the App Store
Did you know that Apple identifies iPhones with these codes in the model number?
Google Maps for Apple Watch Now Available for Download on App Store
Synology Drive iOS
Newsnation iOS
Newsbreak ios App
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS Guest Jeff Gamet joins Dave and Warren this week to talk about the latest news including Jeff’s first comments on Epic vs Apple. Dave reviews the Function101 AppleTV and gives his first thoughts. Also tips on how to mirror your AppleTV to your Mac and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Fortnite on iOS and Mac losing cross-platform compatibility over Apple battle
Your iPhone copy of Fortnite is about to become out of date [Updated]
Apple apologizes to WordPress, no longer requires free app to add purchases
Apple Newsroom Redesigned With Emphasis on Featured Stories, Shares Profile of Alabama Teacher Portrice Warren
Facebook again criticizes iOS 14 privacy changes, warns of drastic effect on advertising industry
Users can now create Shortcuts to switch accounts on Apple TV with iOS 14 and tvOS 14
AAPL stock split prompts rejig to Dow Jones Industrial Average
Many iPhone App Ads Hide Malware
Topics
Beta this week. iOS14 Beta 6 was released to developers. Apple releases iOS 14 beta 6 to developers, here's what's new
Apple Seeds Third Public Beta of watchOS 7 to Public Beta Testers
iOS 13.7 was released this week. Apple Seeds First Beta of iOS 13.7 to Developers With New Exposure Notification Opt-In [Update: Public Beta Available] and looks like all it adds is more COVID-19 exposure notifications without downloading an app.
Dave received the Function101 remote for AppleTV he gives his review.
Pros
Larger size nice buttons and automatically connects to most TV’s his Samsung worked right out of the box.
Cons
No voice or home button so no Siri and accessing to the home menu to switch users
Tips
How to Chat with Apple Support
How to Mirror Your Apple TV to Your Mac for Screenshots or Presentations
Apps
Apple releases update for iMovie for iOS, iPadOS & macOS
Better Manage Your Subscriptions With Subtrack
Jeff - AirVisual Air Quality Forecast
Jeff - Soosee Food Scanner
The latest In Touch With iOS Guest Jeff Gamet joins Dave and Warren this week to talk about the latest news including Jeff’s first comments on Epic vs Apple. Dave reviews the Function101 AppleTV and gives his first thoughts. Also tips on how to mirror your AppleTV to your Mac and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News
Fortnite on iOS and Mac losing cross-platform compatibility over Apple battle
Your iPhone copy of Fortnite is about to become out of date [Updated]
Apple apologizes to WordPress, no longer requires free app to add purchases
Apple Newsroom Redesigned With Emphasis on Featured Stories, Shares Profile of Alabama Teacher Portrice Warren
Facebook again criticizes iOS 14 privacy changes, warns of drastic effect on advertising industry
Users can now create Shortcuts to switch accounts on Apple TV with iOS 14 and tvOS 14
AAPL stock split prompts rejig to Dow Jones Industrial Average
Many iPhone App Ads Hide Malware
Topics
Beta this week. iOS14 Beta 6 was released to developers. Apple releases iOS 14 beta 6 to developers, here's what's new
Apple Seeds Third Public Beta of watchOS 7 to Public Beta Testers
Apps
Apple releases update for iMovie for iOS, iPadOS & macOS
Better Manage Your Subscriptions With Subtrack
Jeff - AirVisual Air Quality Forecast
Jeff - Soosee Food Scanner
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet, and soon as the host of That Interview Show.
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS Guest Brittany Smith joins Dave and Warren. We talk productivity with your devices including using shortcuts. How many apps do you have on your device? Tip on News+ audio playback iOS14 Beta 5 and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
New Guest
Because Brittany is a new guest on the show, we find out more about her and the Apple gear she uses.
News
Apple Worked With U.S. Government on 'Secret' iPod
Apple Renames 'Beats 1' to 'Apple Music 1' and Launches Two More Radio Stations
Apple Launching Discounted $9.99 Per Month CBS All Access and Showtime Bundle for Apple TV+ Subscr
Warren Likes Ted Lasso on Apple TV+ it has already been renewed for a 2nd season. Dave likes it now too great show.
Apple becomes first public company to reach a $2 trillion market cap
Apple terminating Epic's developer account over Fortnite App Store protest
Adobe's Recent Lightroom iOS App Update Deleted User Photos and Lost Data is Unrecoverable
Topics
Beta this week. iOS14 Beta 5 was released to developers some things of note there is a way to turn on a hidden folder in Photos and lots of other tweaks. We find out what Warren thinks about the updates. What's New in iOS 14 Beta 5: Bigger Apple News Widget, Alarm Clock Wheel, Hidden Photo Album Changes and More
Apple Releases Fifth Betas of iOS 14 and iPadOS 14
iOS 13.6.1: Should you install it? Some think this small update has been causing more bugs have we experience that?
Productivity- Brittany is a productivity coach and we talk about ways to improve your productivity using your iPad and iPhone. We talk about using shortcuts and do not disturb.
Shortcuts Directory Brittany mentioned
How many apps do we have on our iPhones should you offload ones you don't need to keep you productive.
Tips
How to Listen to the news in the Apple News app This is the support article from Apple. This is not supported on the iPad.
Apps
Warren
Simple Commands iOS
Brittany
Drafts iOS
OmniFocus
Dave
iMazing
iDrive
About our Guest
Brittany Smith is a Productivity, ADHD, and Technology Coach in Portland, Oregon. Life's Mission: making stuff suck less.
Giant nerd: Master's of Science degree in Cognitive Neuroscience, Star Wars-everything, Apple-enthusiast (obviously), and loves talking about the intersection of our brains and technology. Her website is Devise & Conquer Coaching
Tech Tips on YouTube: Devise & Conquer
Follow her on Twitter: @addliberator
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS Our guest this week is Davis Knight. We talk about the Apple service bundle, Setapp released iOS apps out of beta, podcasting, plus tips on space on your device, Apple Notes, and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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New Guest
We find out what iOS devices our guest has and how he uses them and get to know Davis.
News
Leaker Jon Prosser: Apple Watch and iPad Launching in September, iPhone 12 Event to Take Place in October
Apple’s Bundle Prime equivalent “Apple One” will launch in October
What is the Apple One services bundle? New Fitness streaming service to compete with Peloton.
Apple TV+ subscribers could get huge discount on Showtime, CBS
Wall Street Journal Sticking With Apple News Because It Brings 'Genuinely Different Audience'
Apple Releases iOS and iPadOS 13.6.1 With Fix for Storage Issue and Green Tinted Displays
Apple Launches Apple Music Beta Website With iOS 14 Design ad 'Listen Now' Tab to Replace 'For You'
Apple Ordered to Pay PanOptis $506 Million for Violating LTE Patents
The iPhone has set a Q2 record in the U.S. as overall market declines
Topics
Beta this week - Nothing new our guest does not dabble in beta as he had a bad experience on his primary devices. Like we say (except Warren) never put beta software on your primary device!
Setapp Subscription Service Adds iOS Companion Apps - We talked about Setapp when it was in Beta for iOS apps well its now available to everyone. Is this acceptable to Apple?
Apple Removes Fortnite from App Store for Violating In-App Payment Guidelines More controversy on with in App Purchases. Note: Google booted Fortnite from the Google Play store too. Fortnite for Android has also been kicked off the Google Play Store
Podcasting - Davis just started up a podcast where we talk about how you get your content in place so you can listen on your iOS device.
Tips
How can you tell how much space Podcasts and TV+ apps are taking up?
Moving Notes into folders
How do you force close apps on Apple Watch and do a reset.
About our Guest
Davis Knight is an Apple technology enthusiast and owner of DiabeticSavvy.com, a culinary focused media company that includes his website, youtube channel and podcast that advocates and empowers the diabetic community through great food and conversation. He also does programs and promotion for the Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group. You can find him on Twitter @diabeticsavvy
The latest In Touch With iOS Warren is off this week emergency fill in and guest Chuck Joiner was on the show. We talk about all the apps we use on our iPhone. We talk about the Wyze Camera and the new wireless offering. Video editing on the iPad and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple veteran Phil Schiller transitions to new 'Fellow' role, Greg Joswiak promoted to SVP of marketing
Android is finally getting its version of Apple's AirDrop Wait we had this for years now Google copied Apple?
Apple details iOS 14 requirements for default third-party browsers, email clients
Google Announces New Mobile Features for Docs, Sheets, and Slides, Including Upcoming Dark Mode
Google's $349 Pixel 4a vs. Apple's $399 iPhone SE
Apple TV+ is Suddenly Very Appealing to The Superstars of TV And Film
9to5Mac posted a guide to all the movies and TV shows on Apple TV+ it just keeps growing. Apple TV+ Plus Guide: Here's all the Apple TV shows and movies available now
Microsoft ends cloud streaming beta for iOS, preps Android-only launch
PowerCore Play 6K from Anker works with iOS and Android
Instagram clones TikTok with new short-form 'Reels' video feature launching today Who needs TikTok?
Standalone 5G network sees T-Mobile reach 2,000 more towns Will the new iPhones get 5G this round coming up?
Original iPad Mini From 2012 Now Considered 'Vintage' by Apple
Topics
Beta this week. With Warren off this week we just do a brief review on what is new with beta 4.
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS and iPadOS 14 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 14 to Developers
Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 7 to Developers
What apps are on your iPhone? Dave and Chuck discuss what key apps they use all the time and what ones they do not use at all. Should we delete them or just leave them when you need them?
Wyze Cam is awesome we talked about a cowboy hat for the new Wyze cam wireless
Video editing on the iPad. Both Chuck and Dave do podcasts and there are many ways to edit video but would we want to use an iPad to do this? There are a few options out there including Luma Fusion (which is the best) will Apple bring Final Cut Pro to the iPad?
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren welcome a new guest Roger Matthews, web designer. We talk about the Apple Q3 results, 1Password and using a password manager, plus scanning with your iOS device and Macstock recap.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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New Guest
Roger is a new guest and we find out about him, what iOS devices he uses, and how he uses them.He is a web designer and we talk about using Divi WordPress theme and how well adapts to viewing on the iPhone.
News
Notes of interest from Apple's third quarter 2020 earnings report
Apple Q3 2020 Results - $59.7 Billion Revenue
Apple Q3 2020 results: Everything up
Apple Confirms This Year's iPhone 12 Models Will Be a Little Bit Late
Apple's Services Segment Sees Double-Digit Growth in Q3 2020
“This is a very dangerous situation”: Big Tech’s day on the Hill
Five Key Tim Cook Quotes From Big Tech's Big Hearing
NBC Universal's Peacock has added 10 million subscribers since launch
Some Apple Watch Series 5 Owners Seeing Issues With Inconsistent Battery Levels and Random Shutdowns
Watch out iCloud, Google's Bringing 15GB of Free Storage to iOS Users
Topics
Beta this week. Nothing to report Warren gives his review of iOS14 Beta 3 so far and what stands out for him.
More discussion about password managers we wanted to expand on the discussion from last weeks episode. 1Password is Dave’s favorite password manager and the Wirecutter wrote up a nice review on how you should be using 1Password. We discuss how we use password managers.
How to Use 1Password | Reviews by Wirecutter
Scanning Apps. We talk about scanning documents with your iPhone and iPad coming on the announcement that Fujtisu released a new driver for its really old scanners and will keep supporting them.
iOS Scanning Apps we talked about
Scanner Pro: PDF Scanner
Genius Scan iOS
Apple Notes iOS
Microsoft OneNote iOS
Turbo Scan iOS
Adobe Scan iOS is a great Scanning app but your content is hijacked in the Adobe ecosystem you have to pay for a subscription pack to get the PDF exported.
Dave recaps Macstock and links plus buy a great T-Shirt.
Virtual Macstock Schedule
Buy a T-Shirt or Mug Virtual Macstock 2020
About our Guest
Roger Matthews is the owner of Developwebsites. He has been a web strategist for over 20 years. He helps people with all areas of developing websites that attract more prospects that turn into customers.
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS is here Warren is from a hospital bed because he is crazy. My guest this week is Guy Serle from mymac.com podcast. Warren decides to update iOS14 and it took 8 hours. Guy has a new iPhone SE 2nd gen, iOS 13.6 is released plus Plex offers live TV kind of plus more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
AT&T Says Its 5G Network Is Now Available Nationwide
Plex launches free Live TV on iPhone, Apple TV, web without a tuner or antenna
Apple/Google coronavirus API: not one US state is yet using it
Jamf opens IPO and shares rise as high as 92% on strong Apple enterprise demand
iPhone SE Winning Android Users And Unlikely to Cannibalize 5G iPhone Sales
Function101 debuts Button Remote for Apple TV — Apple World Today
Apple Releases a New Study to Justify 30% App Store Commission
Free MLB.TV is Back in T-Mobile Tuesdays
T-Mobile Unveils Latest Un-carrier Move: Scam Shield, A Massive Set of Free Solutions to Protect Customers From Rampant Scams and Robocalls
Apple Is Giving Away New Hacker-Friendly iPhones
T-Mobile will reportedly soon require VoLTE on devices connecting to its network all iPhones from the 6/6S on are VoLTE compatible this could put many android models out to pasture.
Topics
Guy just recently upgraded his iPhone 8 Plus to an iPhone SE. We found out how he likes the iPhone now that he has had it for a few months and what updates stand out for him.
iOS13.6 was released to all it includes an update to Apple News+ that adds audio playback of stories and added Car Keys option to cars that support it.
iOS 13.6 Brings Car Key, Apple News Audio, and Other Improvements
Apple Launches Audio Stories in Apple News, Adds Local News in Five Regions
'Apple News Today' Now Available in Apple Podcasts
iOS 13.6: How to Find Symptom Tracking in the Health App
Beta Discussion- iOS 14 Public beta 2 is out and Developer beta 3
Everything New in iOS 14 Beta 3: New Music Icon, Clock Widget and More
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 to Public Beta Testers
Apple releases watchOS 7 beta 3 to developers, public beta coming soon
iOS 14's New AirPods Features: Spatial Audio, Better Automatic Device Switching, Battery Notifications and More
1Password is Dave’s favorite password manager and the Wirecutter wrote up a nice review on how you should be using 1Password. We discuss how we use password managers.
How to Use 1Password | Reviews by Wirecutter
We mentioned Macstock during the show which happened on 7/25/20. Here was the speaker agenda. LINK Buy a great T-Shirt or mug here LINK
Make sure to sign up for the Macstock Newsletter so you can find out when these sessions will be published online.
About our Guest
Guy Serle is a Podcaster and Host of the MyMac.com Podcast. He also hosts the Mac To the Future Go podcast on Facebook with Dave and Warren. His website is Vertshark.com and you can find him on Twitter at @macparrot email: guy@mymac.com
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple
The latest In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren are joined by guest Jeff Gamet. We talk about the iPhone 12 not having a charger. iOS14 Public beta 2 is out, SetApp is beta testing iOS apps, plus some tips and app picks.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Music app bug reportedly causing sporadic battery drain
Consumers spent $17 billion through the App Store in Q2 of 2020
Tom Hanks is “Actually Thrilled” 'Greyhound' is Coming Out on Apple TV+. No. Really.
iPhone Trade-In Prices Have Been Cut
Logitech Launches Mouse and Keyboard for Apple Devices
Which Apps Spy on the iOS Clipboard?
Apple Updates iWork Apps for Mac for iBooks Author Transition, YouTube and Vimeo Embeds [Update: iWork for iOS Apps Updated Too]
HomePod Beta 2 Adds Option to Select New Default Services for Music, Podcasts and Audiobooks
Apple seeds GM betas for iOS 13.6, iPadOS 13.6, tvOS 13.4.8 and watchOS 6.2.8, fourth macOS 10.15.6 beta [u]
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Since Jeff is a first time guest we find out more about him and all the iOS devices he uses.
Beta testing this week iOS and iPadOS14 Beta 2 was released this week as well as the Public beta. Apple releases second developer betas for iOS 14, iPadOS 14, watchOS 7, tvOS 14, macOS Big Sur
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 to Public Beta Testers
We debate the rumor will Apple remove the Power charge in the iPhone 12. By removing the iPhone 12’s charger, Apple is preparing us for the future
Apple Opens “Find My” Crowdsourcing to Third-Party Accessories
SetApp the great Mac App service that gives you a huge suite of apps for 1 price has expanded to a beta program for iOS apps. Setapp for iOS (Beta testing) right now there are about 5 apps available for iOS. Its super easy to install. All you do is scan QR codes to install and update to the full version.
Tips
How to Share iPhone or iPad in Zoom Meeting
Apps
Jeff’s Picks
Tot
Batteries
Dave’s Picks
Photoshop Camera
Dolby On: Record Audio & Video
About our Guest
Jeff Gamet
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet.
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS Warren is at the beach this week but Dave is joined by guest Bob Fairbairn. We talk about Apple TV is it still relevant as well as all the content you can watch and there is quite a bit. Beta 13.6 is out, and some great tips.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Reportedly Canceling Apple Arcade Games and Changing Direction
New Apple Card promo offers $50 bonus when you sign up for an Apple service
Apple Launches Website for Paying Apple Card Bills Online
Tim Cook agrees to testify in Congress this month during hearing on big tech antitrust
Apple News Loses The New York Times
BMW Connected app for iPhone adds Car Key support ahead of iOS 13.6 public release
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Beta testing this week iOS 13.6 Beta 3 was released Apple releasing iOS 13.6 beta 3 to developers ahead of CarKey debut, more along with iOS14 Beta 1 we would expect 13.6 will be released sooner than later.
What do we like about iOS14 so far? Bob gives his opinions on some of the features and what he likes and dislikes.
T-Mobile Home Internet Dave’s final thoughts from Ep 103
With YouTube TV announcing this week they are raising their prices yet again and this time 30%, cord-cutting is becoming less and less reasonable as prices seem to be just about the same. Apple TV devices are still out there but it seems Apple is not paying attention to them but more on TV+ blockbuster content. We discuss the Apple TV, it’s future, and all the content that is out there right now to consume.
Locast on Apple TV
Redbox on Apple TV
Justwatch
Tips
How to Search in Apple Music by Lyrics Not Song Title
Connect 2 AirPods to one iPhone or iPad to share
Recording a Voice Memo on Apple Watch
Scanning QR codes on your iPhone. Plus add QR Code reader to Control Center
Smart Devices and Security Bob discusses some security with smart devices.
About our Guest
Bob Fairbairn does Technology and Audio systems consulting
Most of his work is around what I call “end-user computing and mobility”.
Https://bobfa.me
Https://Bobfairbairn.com Audio Systems Design and Sales
https://ke9a.com Ham Radio ( Built on Universe)
Twitter @bobfairbairn
Instagram @m43bob
The latest In Touch With iOS this special episode Dave interviews Joe Kissell from Take Control Books. We devote the show debating if the iPad could be Joe’s full time device and where the limitations are in his workflow.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Dave has a lively conversation with Joe Kissell to find out if an iPad could be his full time device and could he set his Mac aside. A few things that are reviewed including:
- Size - what would work best for his work
- Keyboard - you do need a keyboard especially if you are writing.
- File Management - does the new Files App meet the needs
- External Storage is a big plus now that iPad Pro has USB-C port
His workflow includes many of these programs and could he be without them. He also uses quite a few automation scripts could iOS Shortcuts work for him?
Here are some items he uses.
- Nisis Writer Pro
- Apple Pages
- Microsoft Word
- Panorama Database
Through July 8, 2020 take 30% off all Take Control Books use the click offer link summerfest2020 Here are some of Dave’s favorites click the links.
About Our Guest
Joe Kissell is the publisher of Take Control ebooks, as well as the author of over 60 books on a wide variety of tech topics. Keep up with him if you can on his personal site, JoeKissell.com, and on Twitter.
The latest In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren this week are joined by Chuck Joiner from MacVoices. We highlight some of the great things announced during WWDC keynote including iOS App Library and Widgets on the home screen plus lively discussion.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Topics
The news this week was all WWDC. We talked about what was announced and our thoughts.
Beta testing this week iOS 13.6 Beta 2 is still out there when will it be released? Of course iOS 14 Beta 1 we talk about in depth.
WWDC 2020 Keynote: By the Numbers
Here are the highlights on each OS and what was announced.
iOS14 iPadOS14
iPhone Compatibility List
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XR
- iPhone X
- iPhone 8
- iPhone 8 Plus
- iPhone 7
- iPhone 7 Plus
- iPhone 6s
- iPhone 6s Plus
- iPhone SE (1st generation)
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
- iPod touch (7th generation)
iPad Compatibility List
12.9-inch & 11-inch iPad Pro – Launched October 2018
12.9-inch & 10.5-inch iPad Pro – Launched June 2017
12.9-inch & 9.7-inch iPad Pro – Launched September 2015 & March 2016, respectively
iPad (7th generation) – Launched September 2019
iPad (6th generation) – Launched March 2018
iPad (5th generation) – Launched March 2017
iPad mini (5th generation) – Launched March 2019
iPad Air (3rd generation) – Launched March 2019
- Widgets on Home Screen
- App Library
- App Clips
- Picture in Picture
- Compact Siri UI
- Compact Call Notification
- Improved Safari
- Apple Maps Improvements
- Translate App
- Messages
Apple Watch Compatibility List
- Series 3
- Series 4
- Series 5
iPad Only Features
Bolstered Apple Pencil Support
Write Anywhere with ‘Scribble’
Change Default Browser and Email Client
WatchOS 7
- New Watch Faces & New Complications
- Sleep Tracking
- Fitness App, Workout Types, Mobility Metrics
- Cycling Directions
- Automatic Hand Wash Detection
- Hearing
- Siri For Language Translation, Announcing Messages
- Improved Privacy App Prompts
iOS 14 'Back Tap' Feature Lets You Open Apps and More by Tapping the Back of Your iPhone
iPhone and iPad Apps Coming to Macs With Apple Silicon, Developers Can Manage Availability in App Store Connect
AirPods:
- Spatial Audio: Apple has added support for Spatial Audio for the AirPods Pro with Dynamic Head Tracking and it uses Sound Channels in the correct place to give you a surround experience and will adjust even if you move or tilt your device or head.
- Automatic Switching: Apple has also added Automatic Switching for the AirPods Pro, AirPods (2nd generation), Powerbeats, Powerbeats Pro, and the Beats Solo Pro with iOS 14. When you finish your work on your iPhone and start using your iPad, AirPods will automatically switch to the iPad.
- Headphone Accomodations: iOS 14 introduces Headphone Accomodations which allows users to select the sound effect they prefer. According to Apple, “Headphone Accommodations amplifies soft sounds and can tune for your individual hearing, to help music, phone calls, and more sound crisp and clear. It is supported on Works with AirPods Pro, AirPods (2nd generation), EarPods, Powerbeats, Powerbeats Pro, and Beats Solo Pro.
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren this week are joined by Dave Hamilton from the Mac Observer and Mac Geek Gab podcast. The new Hey mail app didn’t like the app store subscriptions. T-Mobile Home Internet review, tips on the mail app and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Google Meet Videoconferencing Coming to Gmail iOS App
Apple Threatens to Remove Email App 'Hey' From App Store Over Lack of In-App Subscription Option [Updated]
Phil Schiller says Apple is not considering App Store rule changes as it doubles down on Hey email app
Relate Story - AntiTrust issues with the App Store Antitrust Committee Chairman Calls App Store Fees 'Highway Robbery' Rogue Amoeba had challenges with their apps ans spoke about it on Twitter.
T-Mobile’s Neville Ray explains what caused yesterday’s network outage
Apple Card 0% Financing Expanded to More Products
AirPower return? - Apple Allegedly Continues to Work on AirPower-Like Charging Mat With A11 Chip to Prevent Overheating
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Beta testing this week iOS 13.6 and coming next week iOS 14
Apple Adds WWDC Special Event Video to YouTube Ahead of Monday, Lets People Set Reminders We discuss the what is expected to be announced and and our thoughts on what iOS 14 and other technologies could have.
Dave attended a Showstoppers press event showcasing these products and our guest Dave H attended as well we talked about these 3 products that were announced.
- Matterport 3D Capture for iPhone
- Shure Aonic Bluetooth Headphones
- Sandisk Extreme Pro SSD
T-Mobile Home Internet is becoming available around the US and Dave was able to sign up and received the gateway this week. He reviews the service and how well it works with iOS and how is its performance. We talk about networking and how well would this work for a permanent home solution,
Tips
Mail Settings we forget about. Why is that To and CC icon on every email? Well here you can turn it off by going into Settings > Mail and turn it off. You can also change swipe options swipe left can be changed and swipe right too or you can set it to none.
Apps and App Updates
Notability 9.4 Update Improves the Audio System, Plus 8 new Languages
Pocket Casts podcast player adds standalone Apple Watch playback, more
About our Guest
Dave Hamiton hosts The Mac Geek Gab podcast and is Co-Founder of The Mac Observer. He can be found on Twitter @davehamilton
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren this week we talk WWDC line up, beta testing moves again this time to 13.6. We do a review of Plex and setting up a server to use with iPhone and iPad. Plus apps Including new app GoodLinks.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Discontinuing iTunes U at the End of 2021
WWDC20 - Lineup Officially announced events on June 22nd
WWDC 2020: Everything We Know - we discuss what to expect in iOS. How does the ARM rumor affect iPhone and iPad?
Apple Might Extend iPad Pro Magic Keyboard to Other iPad
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Beta Testing is back! Warren and Dave review the latest beta iOS 13.5.5 and give our reviews. Here are links to the discussions.i
- Automatic iOS updates change
- Health App Updates browse change add symptoms.
Links we used to review beta discussion.
- Apple renames beta again, introduces 'beta 2' of iOS 13.6 and iPadOS 13.6
- OS 13.6 Beta Saves Your Reading Position in Apple News Articles
- Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 6.2.8 to Developers
- iOS 13.6 adds symptoms to Health, unattended iOS update download toggle
Our continued discussion on setting up Plex. Dave has a HomeRunHD device that connects to an over the air HD antenna and not only allows you to watch TV the Plex pass gives you a DVR to record the shows.
Apps
Dave
GoodLinks
Warren
Microsoft Remote Desktop iOS
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren this week and Dave interviews JJ Ramberg from GoodPods and talk about the app and podcasts. iOS beta testing is back and Warren us happy, We review 3rd party browsers and will Apple allow them to be default over Safari and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Releases iOS and iPadOS 13.5.1 With Fixes for Recent 'unc0ver' Jailbreak Vulnerability
Apple Releases watchOS 6.2.6 With Security Fixes
Apple Releases New 13.4.6 Software for HomePod
Should you buy a HomePod right now or wait for the HomePod mini?
Apple Research app updated with COVID-19 survey and new 'Speech in Noise' test
iPhone looters find devices disabled, with a warning they’re being tracked
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Dave interviewed the founder of the Podcast social app GoodPods JJ Ramberg. She hosted MSNBC Your Business for 13 years and also co-founded the shopping and coupon site GoodShop. We talk about Goodpods and quoting the website “See what podcasts your smartest, funniest, most curious podcast-obsessed friends and influencers are listening to.” I also discuss How it will work for podcasters and the benefits for listeners. We also discuss some of the tech that went into setting up the app.
Beta Testing is back! Warren and Dave review the latest beta iOS 13.5.5 and we give our reviews.
Here are links to the discussions. iOS 13.5.5 Beta, WatchOS 6.2.8, tvOS 13.4.8
Code in iOS 13.5.5 Suggests Apple is Working on Services Bundle
iOS 13.5.5 code provides evidence of future Apple services bundle in development
First look: Apple News+ Audio in iOS 13.5.5 beta
iOS 14: Will it run on your iPhone and iPad?
3rd Party browsers and will Apple open up iOS to change the default browser from Safari.
Links to the browsers Dave reviewed.
Firefox iOS, Firefox Focus iOS, Microsoft Edge iOS. Google Chrome iOS
Apps
Dave
Camera+ 2 Update
Plex
Plex Dash
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
Episode 100 of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren are joined by guest Kelly Guimont. We celebrate 100 episodes and play back some memorable moments. Plus HBOMax is here we discuss these services and Dave reviews a new podcast app GoodPods a social Podcast network.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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We discuss the 100th episode celebration and mention the opening sound byte from the very first Macstock where Dave was influenced by Chuck Joiner and others and then he got the podcaster itch. Link to Macstock 2015 discussion
News
Many Apple Stores are opening back up. More than half of Apple Stores worldwide have reopened
Which Apple Stores are Now Open? The Mac Observer
Apple Reissuing Numerous iOS App Updates, Potentially Related to Recent 'This App is No Longer Shared' Bug
You can now watch Quibi shows on a TV using AirPlay
Hackers release a new jailbreak that unlocks every iPhone Who jailbreaks their iPhones these days? Warren did, then didn’t, then did again, then didn’t
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We begin our topics for the 100th episode and go back in time with a clip from Episode 32. Dave was lucky enough along with Mike Potter from MacStock to visit the Apple store Michigan Ave Chicago for his Apple user group and brought us into their board room for presentations.
Beta this week. Warren withdrawal time there is no beta right now iOS 13.5 is current as we wait on WWDC announcements. We debated last week about will iOS14 be delivered as well as the new iPhones and clarify.
We are seeing many online sellers including Woot offer really cheap older phones (of course the are already sold out). Well the iPhone SE is such a solid phone and has been out for about 1 month now. We talk about how this iPhone has done in the lower priced market.
We play another clip from one of the past 100 episodes. This is from episode 40 one of my first guests was Kelly Guimont.
HBO Max Launches on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV There is lots of confusion there are 3 articles we reference. We also talk about the App on iOS, iPad OS and AppleTV. They at the last minute included HBO Max as part of the subscription
Xfinity released the Peacock streaming service on the X1 platform we compare this and they will release this service with online streaming and iOS app in July.
Our last clip is from episode 35 it was Chuck Joiner’s first appearance on the show.
Apps
Dave
SpendStack
GoodPods Social Podcast Network App Link
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont writes for The Mac Observer and is the host of The Daily Observations Podcast. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren are join by guest Chuck Joiner. Almost 100 episodes and We talk Apple TV+ buying back catalog and creating Podcasts original content. Apple was ahead of its time with iChat and now tech is on iPhone. WWDC debate will iOS 14 come out and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Google Fi Rolls Out eSIM support for Existing iOS Subscribers
Apple Releases watchOS 6.2.5 With ECG App in Saudi Arabia, New Pride Watch Faces
Apple Seeds tvOS 13.4.5 GM Update to Developers
HomePod 'Sold Out' on Apple's Online Store [Updated]
T-Mobile to Start Phasing Out Sprint Brand This Summer
Ad review panel tells AT&T to stop using misleading '5G Evolution' claims
Google Podcasts 2.0 Adds CarPlay Support to iOS App
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Beta testing this week. iOS 13.5 has been released to the public! We discuss what was added and the COVID-19 controversy Apple releases iOS 12.4.7, iOS 13.5, iPadOS 13.5, tvOS 13.4.5 updates
Who remembers iChat? Dave was going through some old documents and found an old MacOSX Leopard manual and started realizing that Apple was at the forefront with Chat, video conferencing, messaging, and presentations way back in 2007 the year the iPhone was introduced. You could do video backdrops, iChat Theater for presentations, screen sharing, and more. Now we know it as Messages, and FaceTime but its not the same. We discuss this and how Apple was ahead of its time with the iChat product.
Apple TV+ now has 10 million subscribers and granted many of those are the free 1 year subscriptions with new device purchase. But they are also buying movie and TV back catalogs too. We discuss the content of Apple TV+ and our views on where it is going. Link
Apple hunting for podcast chief to lead original content push, Apple TV+ tie-ins Apple is looking to expand the podcasting as Spotify signed exclusive deal 'The Joe Rogan Experience' to ditch Apple Podcasts, YouTube for Spotify and Apple is building up its original podcast content to boost Apple TV+
WWDC is coming on June 22nd will iPhone 12 and iOS 14 be released this year? We debate what Guy Serle said on MTTF Go will iOS 14 come out this year?
Apps
Dave
MusicSmart ios
Warren
T-Mobile Digits iOS
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren are join by Victor Cajiao, podcaster and musician. We talk to Victor about his iOS devices, video editing and the new camera he has. We also discuss: will Final Cut and Logic Pro come to the iPad soon and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
American Idol finishing its current season shooting entirely on iPhone
Microsoft Office to support touchpad on iPads
Now you can get a Pad & Quill case for your Apple Magic Keyboard case and yes Warren ordered one.
Facebook app for iPadOS updated with Split View and Slide Over multitasking support
Apple Considering Offering Audio Versions of News+ Stories
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Victor is a first time guest and we always find out what iOS devices they use. We talk about He is a musician and has started getting into video editing. He has some new toys including a video switcher called the ATEM Mini Pro, and Blackmagic Design Pocket cinema video camera.
We found a $18 Smart Watch. Yes that's right Warren braved looking at an alternative watch and will tell us how it compares to the Apple Watch. CNet Review and Offer Code
WiFi 6 is hitting the mainstream and Warren also bought a new WiFI extender in his home in addition to the Router. He gives us details if there are any noticeable speed changes with the iPhone and iPad since both support it.
iPads are being used for check in at many businesses these days. Warren just set one up at his work using SalesForce and he goes over how it works and its set up.
Audio and Video editing on the iPad. What our experience and do we think Apple will bring Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro to the iPad. What apps are available now?
Audio
GarageBand iOS
Ferrite iOS
Video
Luma Fusion iOS
iMovie iOS
Apps we talked about this week
Victor
Logic Remote on the App Store
Dave
Pressreader
About our Guest
Víctor Cajiao, is a retired IT professional, host of the Typical Mac user podcast which ended in 2011. Currently Víctor writes, records and performs music in South Dakota. He is a tech and photography enthusiast, and is currently learning how to live-stream and become a videographer. Find him on Twitter @victorcajiao Facebook, Instagram and YouTube: Victor Cajiao
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren talk about the latest beta and a deep dive on the share sheet. Also talk about advanced email settings and news stories including will the iPhone SE lure android users plus more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple expects iPad, Mac sales to grow in June Q3 despite COVID-19
Apple’s online-only WWDC 2020 starts June 22
Apple believes the iPhone SE will help lure over Android users
Apple Watch has 55% of global smartwatch marketshare — Apple World Today
Apple Just Released New AirPods Pro Firmware to (Hopefully) Improve Noise Cancellation
Brydge Pro+ firmware update a good start, but trackpad issues remain
Topics
Beta 4 of iOS and iPadOS is out! What our findings are this time around. Beta 4 of iOS 13.5 & iPadOS 13.5 Released for Testing
Its been 2 weeks for both of us with the Magic keyboard and iFixit has x-rayed it. iFixit’s Magic Keyboard X-rays confirm the death of the butterfly keyboard switches and 10 Tips and Tricks for the iPad Pro Magic Keyboard
I always like stories with the find my feature on Apple devices and this one is great find the watch. Finding my lost Apple Watch may have just made me an Apple fan boy forever
Apple Airpods Pro had firmware issues and we discuss if we had any issues. AirPods Pro Firmware Problems
Tips
Share Sheet Discussion Dave reviews the anatomy of a share sheet and does a deep dive into its use and customizations
Advanced Mail Settings. Did you know about some of the advanced settings in the Mail app. Tap Settings > Mail
iPhone: How to change passcode, skip Face ID to enter passcode, more
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren are joined by special guest Rene Ritchie. Dave and Warren talk about their first week with the Magic Keyboard for iPad. Apple announced their earnings and it was positive and we discussed Rene becoming Indie. iOS beta news and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple earnings report Q2 2020
Apple pulled down $58.3 billion in revenue in the most recent quarter, which was actually up slightly (1%) from the year-ago
iPhone revenue was $29b, down from $31b
SixColors 2020 Results Charts
Apple does not break out wearable sales, instead including the Apple Watch and AirPods in its "Wearables, Home, and Accessories" category, which brought in $6.3 billion during the quarter, up from $5.1 billion in Q2 2019.
Apple Planning Apple Card Financing Options for Devices Other than iPhone
Microsoft Testing iPadOS Multi-Window Support in Word and PowerPoint
[Update: Now available] OtterBox unveils first antimicrobial glass iPhone screen protector approved by the EPA
Owners of Sonos Speakers Can Listen to Free Audiobooks
Topics
With all new guests, we find out what devices Rene uses full time and talk about him going indie. We also ask him about the possibilities of Final Cut Pro for iPad.
iOS Beta 13.5 Beta 3 whats new? Covid-19 settings are on be default and can now be turned off. Face ID with someone wearing a mask automatically asks for a passcode instead.
Magic Keyboard for iPad Dave and Warren give there impressions after using it for 1 week. Sadly Rene did not receive his just yet but we will look for his review on YouTube.
Tips
Make the Side button easier to click. Some of us have issues with tapping the side button there is a way to slow it down. Goto Settings > Accessibilty > Side Button. There are some settings that can be changed here.
Apps
Warren - Unrollme
Dave - TikTok - Fun silly videos to watch.
Rene - Flexbit Apps
About our Guest - Rene Ritchie
Rene Ritchie has been covering personal technology for over a decade. He currently hosts his own YouTube channel where he provides news analysis and insight on Apple and related technologies and culture. He also co-hosts MacBreak Weekly on the TWiT network and writes a column every Monday for iMore, part of Future PLC. Follow him on Twitter @reneritchie
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren talk about how much is your iPhone worth and all the trade in options, iPhone SE top 5 missing features and its better than high end Android, plus tips, apps and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
The FCC ratified Wi-Fi 6E this morning
Verizon Giving Customers 15GB Extra Hotspot Data for May
iOS Mail Exploits Serious but Unlikely to Affect Normal Users
Darkroom photo editor for iPhone and iPad expands with video editing features
Shortform Fraggle Rock Series From Jim Henson Company Now Available on Apple TV+
The cheapest iPhone has a more powerful processor than the most expensive Android phone
Apple Releases iOS 13.4.1 for iPhone SE Ahead of Launch
Topics
Beta testing has slowed iOS 13.4.5 Beta 2 is current released 4/15
Dave and Warren both have ordered the Magic Keyboard for the iPad and Warren decided to become a UPS driver and went to pick his up from the depot today. His gives his first impressions and we give our full reviews next week.
How much is your iPhone X worth right now? We review all the trade in options on all iPhones and how low priced the iPhone X is now as a trade in.
The iPhone SE is out in the wild and even our friend Guy Serle bought one. We discuss the reivews and here is list it Misses Out On These top 5 Features
- Stereo Speakers only a single Mono one.
- No Night Mode. Yeah well you have to cut corners somewhere.
- No Face ID and Headphone Jack - We have lived without the headphone jack Touch ID
It is personal preference.
- No Tap to Wake - well thats annoying.
- U1 Ultra Wideband Chip - Its in the iPhone 11 and 11 Pro other than some features in the AirPods there is not much use for this chip as of yet. But it will be something in the future that could be missed later.
Final impressions of the iPhone SE and who is it for.
MacRumors posted a video from a Chinese Youtuber who did a teardown of the iPhone SE and swapped it with iPhone 8 parts. Most of them worked in the new SE.
Tips
Customizing the Share Sheet
Accessibility Shortcuts - Did you know you can add any accessibility setting to the side button?
Apps
Clock App iPad and Features better than on iPhone.
Pixelmator for iOS Updates added file and photo browser
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren are joined by Barry Fulk, IT pro he has the latest iPad Pro and we discuss how he likes it so far. The iPhone SE is here we give our initial thoughts plus news and Dave gives a hands on review of the Sonos Move speaker.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
HomePod Operating System Now Based on tvOS Instead of iOS Amid Rumors of Smaller HomePod
Walgreens Shoppers Get 3% Cash Back When Using Drive-Thru Ordering With Physical Apple Card Through June 30
Apple's U.S. Q1 iPhone activations hit 5-year high
Facebook Launches New 'Kit' App for Apple Watch to Keep in Touch With Your Closest Friends
You can now activate Google Fi via eSIM on newer iPhones
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Beta time Apple released iOS 13.5 beta 2 yesterday it doesn’t seem like there is any real changes and its probably going to be released soon. BTF: last release before iOS14?
Apple announced the iPhone SE yesterday and we discuss our initial thoughts, and where we thing Apple is going with this new mode. AppleCare will be only $79 and we look at comparing with the other models. This is not the SE model of old. BTF: great specs, great price. Still lacking on some of the internals of other iPhones, but a great device to recommend if you prefer TouchID/smaller devices.
Barry has the new 12.9” 2020 iPad Pro and he gives us a review and how he likes it so far.
BTF: key strengths: cursor/trackpad control - for editing documents it has been really handy, especially when using documents in programs such as Pages or Word.
It will become more valuable when I don’t have to take my hand off the keyboard and can ‘thumb’ the trackpad similar to the MacBook Pros. Still, some keyboard commands may be preferred, but having the option makes it all the more powerful.
The AR features are not something that I use too much, but with the AR features on Apple’s websites, it seems much more stable than previous models.
The “measure” app is also more solid.
Dave was lucky enough to receive a Sonos Move speaker for his work anniversary. He has had it a few weeks and is going to give his review.
Apps
Warren
Quibi Free for 90 days
Barry
Apple Arcade
Games in Apple Arcade
What the Golf
Jenny Leclue
Dave
Roku
Virtual Game Night with Barry May 1, 2020 you are invited! DM Barry on Twitter @fulkb
About Our Guest:
Barry Fulk is a IT Professional, podcast enthusiast and a world-class Pokémon Go player. You can follow him on Twitter @fulkb and send a friend request in Pokémon Go: 5540 4580 7252
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren talk about the news of the week including iOS 13.4.1 update and we discuss which lower end iPad Gen 7 or iPad Air which is the best one to buy.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple’s Clips App Updated to Support Mice, Trackpads
Chinese Retailers Slashing iPhone 11 Prices to Entice Reluctant Customers
Apple is shipping single replacement AirPods with an unreleased firmware
HBO GO and HBO NOW Will No Longer Be Available on 2nd and 3rd Gen Apple TVs Starting April 30
Apple Releases iOS and iPadOS 13.4.1 With Fix for FaceTime Bug
Apple Releases watchOS 6.2.1 With FaceTime Bug Fix
Apple has no plans to phase out its successful Beats hardware brand
AT&T to lose more than Verizon from the merger, as T-Mobile and Sprint users dig 5G
Apple Card Base APR Lowered from 12.99% to 10.99% for Some Users
The Best AirPods Pro Ear Hooks in 2020
Apple's COVID-19 App Gains Features for Accessing State Guidelines and Self Care Tips
Researchers find a way to use Face ID while wearing a coronavirus mask
Disney+ surpasses 50 million subscribers in just 5 months
Apple Maps Brings Groceries, Food Delivery, Pharmacy Category to the Forefront during COVID-19
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Beta this week nothing going on.
iPad 10.2 vs iPad Air which one would be the best choice if you were not ready to buy the higher end Pro.
Tips
How to turn off CarPlay on your iPhone or iPad
Apps
Quibi
Just Watch
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren are here to talk about the latest news Happy 44th birthday to Apple and 10th to the iPad. We talk about freeing up iCloud storage, and Trackpad support on iPad plus more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Exclusive: iPhone 9 launch imminent, 2020 ‘iPhone SE’ in red, white, and black
Apple Lets Amazon Prime Video App Offer In-App Purchases on iPhone, iPad and Apple TV
Apple and Goldman Sachs Let Apple Card Holders Defer April Payments
Apple references unreleased AirTag item trackers in new support video
Apple Updates iMovie and iWork Apps for iOS With Trackpad and Mouse Support
2020 iPad Pro Teardown Provides Closer Look at LiDAR Scanner and Confirms Incremental Update
iOS 13.4 and macOS Catalina 10.15.4 prevents you from making FaceTime calls to some older devices
Get a free trial of SiriusXM Radio
Apple purchases Dark Sky Weather App
T-Mobile customers get Quibi free starting April 6
T-Mobile shares merger FAQ, says it’s not making changes to Sprint customers’ plans
U.S. census employees will trade paper forms for 500,000 iPhone 8 handsets this year
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Happy Birthday Apple! 4/1/76
iPad at 10
Beta is back iOS, iPadOS , tvOS 13.4.5 and watchOS 6.2.5 all released this week and we discuss what's new and what to expect.
How to Use Bluetooth Mouse or Trackpad With iPad: A Definitive Guide. Now that you can use the trackpad with your iPad, We review all the things you can do.
Tips
How to free up storage on iCloud and alternatives.
How to automatically request a desktop version of a website on iOS
Apps
Instacart
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren are here to talk about all the updates released this week in detal and there is no beta right now. Plus we talk about using video conference tools like Zoom and FaceTime and how well they work on the iOS devices.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
iOS 13 Bug Stops VPN’s from Encrypting Entire Traffic
T-Mobile now accepting Apple Pay online and in iOS app
The New iPad Pro Still Bends
They Keep Updating older Devices iOS 12.4.6
Apple Music will start to show new music notifications from your favorite artists in the library
Apple Developer app readies for WWDC 2020 with new video features
Google Redesigns its Podcasts App, Brings it to iOS - We review the app later in the show.
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All the updates are here! iOS, iPadOS, WatchOS, tvOS, HomePod its all updated and we review the important stuff and discuss how Warren is already going through beta withdrawal.
Reviewing all the hands on and unboxings of iPad Pro. Is it really worth the upgrade?
With all of us staying home because of the COVID-19 pandemic most of us are turning to virtual meetups. We use Zoom to record this show but is Zoom ideal for these chats over Facetime using yout iPhone or iPad? We discuss.
Tips
How to get a full keyboard on Apple Watch for typing text
Watch Breathing App
Apps
Google Podcasts app comes to iOS
DuoLingo ABC for Kids
Moment's Pro Camera app
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren are joined by Guy Serle, host of the MyMac.com podcast. We talk all about the new iPad Pro and the new Magic Keyboard along with the iOS 13.4 upgrade to be released. Plus news and tips please check us out.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple announces WWDC 2020 coming in June as an ‘online experience’: Apple will reveal iOS 14 and more
Apple Planning Updates to Pages, Numbers, and Keynote Apps to Take Advantage of Trackpad Support on iPads
Apple's Podcasts App Features Coronavirus and Stay-at-Home Content
Netflix Reduces Streaming Video Quality in Europe to Lower Data Usage and Ease Strain on Broadband Networks
Apple Seeds watchOS 6.2 Golden Master to Developers
Logitech Debuts Trackpad Keyboards for 10.2-Inch iPad and 10.5-Inch iPad Air
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The new iPad Pro lineup was announced this week. We discussed all there is to know about the great new iPad and all the new features they have including true mouse support. The new iPad keyboards were also announced we talk about these as well. Should you buy this new one? We compare the specs with the 2018 iPad Pro LINK to 9to5Mac article. Here’s how the iPad’s new trackpad actually works Craig Federigi does a demo on using the trackpad.
Apple's New Magic Keyboard With Integrated Trackpad Compatible With 2018 iPad Pro Models
iOS 13.4 GM (Golden Master) was released which is the last beta and will be released on 3/24 just before the new iPad Pro is released. We talk about all the features of the release.
What is the latest on iOS14 We follow 9to5Mac to what has been found.
Tips
How to untrust Computer on iPhone
Join us at Macstock!
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About our Guest
Guy Serle is a Podcaster and Host of the MyMac.com Podcast. He also hosts the Mac To the Future Go podcast on Facebook with Dave and Warren as co-hosts. His website is Vertshark.com and you can find him on Twitter at @macparrot email: guy@mymac.com
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Warren is on vacation and Dave joined by Chuck Joiner from MacVoices. We talk about the news of the day including $25 for your iPhone lawsuit, should you clean your iPhone with wipes and we debate the Apple TV and a lower end model.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Should You Clean Your Phone to Combat Coronavirus? Definitely... Maybe.
Here Are The Apps That Support Sign in With Apple
More iOS 14 leaks hint at next Apple hardware and a new home screen view
Sophisticated mouse cursor support coming to iOS 14, new iPad Smart Keyboard models with trackpad
Apple Agrees to Pay Up to $500 Million to Settle Class Action Lawsuit Over 'Secretly Throttling' Older iPhones
Apple Music Signs New Multiyear Deals With World's Largest Record Labels
Apple Suppliers Reportedly Expect AirPods Shipments to Surge 50% to 90 Million in 2020
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Scocche BaseLynx
We debate where Apple TV is and should Apple released a cheaper versions compared to other items like Roku and Amazon Fire Stick. We also talk about streaming services
Using your iPad as a 2nd Screen have you done this and what are the options? Sidecar. Duet Display, Luna Display
Macstock conference and expo is here! July 25-26, 2020 Right now there is an early bird price of $70 off the 2 day event. CLICK HERE to find out more.
NAB Show was cancelled this year we discuss if it will be rescheduled.
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and provides amazing video podcasts with influential folks in the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren talk about the latest news including how the Coronavirus is affecting iPhones and Apple plus some great tips including apps that drain you battery and more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Retail Stores Warned About Replacement iPhone Shortages Due to Coronavirus
Reminder: Microsoft shutting down Wunderlist on May 6, it’s time to pick a replacement
Android devices lose value twice as fast as iPhones, report claims
Twitter Fleets what is it
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iOS Beta discussion beta 4 has been released whats new?
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS and iPadOS 13.4 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Beta 4 of iOS 13.4, iPadOS 13.4, MacOS 10.15.4 Available for Testing
Coronavirus concerns we discuss how its affecting iPhone and iPad product and Apple.
Tips
How to Use the Apple Watch Control Center
The iPhone dock whats on yours?
Outlook for iOS now lets you format text
How to choose what your iPhone backs up to iCloud
The most battery-draining apps of 2020
How to adjust iOS 13 settings for better battery life
Apps the Drain the battery
Apps
Facebook Messenger iOS App update
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren are joined by guest Shelly Brisbin the author of iOS Access for All. Shelly wrote one of the best books on iOS accessibility out there and we discuss all there to know. We also talk about the latest news plus the new beta release.
Her book is at this Link
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
iPhone 11 is second-best selling smartphone globally in 2019
iPhone XR was world's best-selling smartphone last year
Apple tells moviemakers that villains can’t use iPhones, Rian Johnson says
iPhones could be the ultimate spoiler for movies, reveals Knives Out director
Flaw in billions of Wi-Fi devices left communications open to eavesdropping
Report: Apple releasing iPad Pro Smart Keyboard with built-in trackpad this year
Apple to Release iPad Pro Smart Keyboard With Trackpad in 2020
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Anytime we have a first time guest we always want to find out more about what iOS devices they have and how they are used. Shelly shares with us what makes things work for her.
iOS Beta discussion beta 3 has been released whats new?
iOS and iPadOS 13.4: Apple releases the third beta
Apple planning over-the-air OS recovery for iOS devices based on iOS 13.4 beta code
Our guest Shelly Brisbin joins us her book iOS Access for All covers all you want to know about iPhones and iPads but really reviews accessibility we go in depth to find out about many accessibility features we dont know about and more.
Tips
Accessibility tips.
Microsoft Teams and Microsoft apps accessibility
iPhone: How to send handwritten iMessages
How to Add Text to Photos on iPhone & iPad with Markup
How to Add a Website to Home Screen of iPhone & iPad in iOS 13
Apps
Voice Stream reader and scanner
About our Guest:
Shelly Brisbin @Shelly is a writer, editor, podcaster, and cocktail enthusiast. She is web editor and producer at Texas Standard, a daily statewide public radio news show. She contributes features and reviews to AccessWorld Magazine, and hosts a number of podcasts. Shelly’s career in tech journalism spans 30 years, 19 books, hundreds of articles and blog posts for leading tech publications, and several stints on the editorial staffs of leading trade publications and Web sites. She also does a podcast Parallel on Relay FM Her book iOS Access for All can be purchased here https://iosaccessbook.com
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren talk about news of the day more beta releases, the files app on iPad as well as the new Microsoft Office unified app for iPhone. Plus lots of tips including how to change directions shooting panorama and sharing photos without location data.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
T-Mobile, Sprint confirm updated merger agreement
T-Mobile finishes first in J.D. Power’s latest Wireless Purchase Experience report
Everything New in iOS and iPadOS 13.4 Beta 2: New TV App Settings, Updated Mail Toolbar and More
Apple releases second public betas of iOS 13.4, iPadOS 13.
Apple releases updates for watchOS 6.1.3, watchOS 5.3.5 for legacy iPhones
Microsoft is bringing its antivirus software to iOS and Android
Apple considers allowing apps like Chrome and Gmail to be set as iOS defaults
Apple considering allowing third-party apps to replace defaults on iOS, HomePod
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File lessons the iPad needs to learn from the Mac Lets go deeper into the Files app and talk about file share addition in 13.4.
Unified Microsoft Office for iOS on iPhone wew talk about where Microsoft is going on iOS with this release.
Tips
How to See Full Song Lyrics with Apple Music on iPhone or iPad
Use Guided Access with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
Tips from this web site https://www.applemust.com/18-iphone-tricks-apple-has-been-hiding-from-you/
How to set a sleep timer on iPhone
How to check when a Message was sent/received
How to check if someone has read your text on iPhone
How to create a custom vibration pattern
How to check when a Message was sent/received
How to use a trackpad on iPhone
How to share photos without Location data
How to stop receiving robo-calls
How to make Siri announce calls
How to take panorama shots in another direction
How to paste a number into the iPhone’s Phone app
Apps
Dave
Unified Microsoft Office for iOS on iPhone
Warren
T-Mobile Digits
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren talk about iOS backups and the multi ways of performing them. Plus we talk about the iOS app store and all the features it has when trying to find apps. Plus some great tips. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
When will Apple release iOS 13.4 to the public?
Apple Card Supports OFX to Export Transactions
How Samsung’s Galaxy S20 compares with the iPhone 11
New Apple TV 4K hardware appears closer to launching based on tvOS 13.4 beta code
Sprint and T-Mobile merger gets federal approval Now T-Mobile wants a better deal with Sprint since it took 2 years.
Apple launches purchase button for AR Quick Look feature with Home Depot and Wayfair on board
Apple’s HomePod Places Sixth in Global Smart Speaker Market in Q4 2019
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Backing up your iOS device. This can be confusing to know how to back up and making sure what is backed up. There are 3 recommended methods of back up. You can use 1, 2 or all 3
- iCloud. This is the easiest and safest way to make sure you have a back up and its so much easier to restore the device when needed.
- Back up in Finder (iTunes) SInce the release of MacOS 10.15 Catalina, iTunes was retired and the backup was moved to Finder. We discuss the Finder backup and how to use this,
- iMazing imazing,com This power app that works on both Mac and Windows allows you to do comprehensive backups of your device. Here are all the things you have access to retrieve in iMazing backup.
- iMobie Anytrans
Gmail for iOS Gaining Integration With Apple's Files App for Adding Attachments The gmail iOS app is getting more powerful. There are folks out there abanding the native mail app and add all their email accounts to it.
Apple Adds Search to Shazam App, Makes Forgotten Shazam Encore App Free to Download
The App Store. I know many of us just skim through the store as in most cases you are looking for an app and move on. Scrolling through the Today view you can discover so many new apps you may not even know about.
Tips
How to instantly turn your iPhone into a flashlight
How to Add Money to Apple Pay
Apps
Dave
Slice The Pizza App
Warren
Garageband iOS
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren talk about iOS security and its beta test time we talk about iOS 13.4 beta release. Plus tips and more. Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Disney+ has surpassed 28 million subscribers since launch
https://www.macrumors.com/2020/02/04/apple-news-head-of-business-leaves-apple/
Apple updates iCloud.com with a proper mobile website for iOS and Android
Apple now offers iPhone repairs in the comfort of your home
Universal App Purchases Coming to iOS, macOS
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Its beta time Dave and Warren talk about beta 1 of iOS 13.4, iPad OS 13.4 and more. Looks like a new mail toolbar has been added. Link to all the changes here. Apple Bringing In-App Purchases to Apple Watch in watchOS 6.2
How to change iOS 13 settings for better security Why check security in iOS? We discuss ways you should be verifying your security settings.
Tips
What Are HEIF and HEIC, and Why Is Apple Using Them?
How to Use the Apple Watch Noise App
How to Turn off Emergency Alerts on iPhone
Apps
Warren
Iowa Caucus App
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren are joined by tech consultant of the stars Dylan Stewart. We talk Apple Notes, news, and tips plus apps and much more. Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple's iPhone 11 Was the Top-Selling Model Every Week During the December Quarter
FCC Opens Up 3.5GHz Spectrum for Full Commercial Use, Apple's Newest iPhones Already Offer Support
iOS 13.3.1 & iPadOS 13.3.1 Update for iPhone & iPad Released
iOS 12.4.5 Update Released for Older iPhone & iPad Models
Second report suggests Apple and MGM held ‘preliminary’ talks about an acquisition
Examining Apple's record-setting $91.8B holiday quarter by the numbers
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With all our first time guests we want to find out more about them and all the Apple tech they own specifically iOS. Dylan talks to us about all the tech he owns in iOS and how he uses it.
Apple Notes. We have talked about Notes before but our guest Dylan is very knowledgeable and will guide us through some great tips and tricks.
Apple Notes Items discussed
User Folders
Putting Passwords in Notes - You can lock them
Sharing notes are so easy.
How it deals with Photos right there
Searching notes
Links in notes are the best.
Tips
How to Delete All Email on iPhone & iPad with iOS 13
Use Control Center on your Apple Watch and how to rearrange the icons
Moving multiple apps at one time in iOS
Dylan has a new MacWhisperer Monthly Membership to help technology enthusiasts of all ages and technical abilities to improve their skills, and to their tool chests, and take their technology to the next level. CLICK HERE to sign up.
Apps
Dave
Hands-On With Filmic's DoubleTake iPhone App That Lets You Record Video From Two Cameras at the Same Time
Warren
Dr Mario
Dylan
Copied App (not updated in 3 years)
Dashlane
MasterClass
Kajabi
About our Co-Host
Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
About our Guest
Guest Dylan Stewart
Dylan Stewart first discovered Apple computers and technology in 1981, and ever since then has loved pushing its boundaries to create the simple out of the complex.
In 2001 Dylan founded 2 Smart Techies, a Mac and PC computer consultation company that would set the stage for his future. As it grew, he grew. Along the way, Dylan was dubbed the MacWhisperer, and became the go-to guru for Los Angeles and beyond.
Over the past 20 years, Dylan has hosted podcasts, live trainings and seminars, and online courses. He has recently created the MacWhisperer Monthly Membership to help technology enthusiasts of all ages and technical abilities to improve their skills, and to their tool chests, and take their technology to the next level. CLICK HERE to sign up.
Find Dylan on Facebook and Twitter: @macwhisperer
In this episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren review battery chargers designed for iPhone. The iPad is 10 years old we talk about how it has evolved. Plus some great tips and apps. Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
iPhone 12 Lineup Rumored to Feature All-New Navy Blue Color Option
How Jeff Bezos’ iPhone X Was Hacked
A brand-new Tetris game is already out on iOS
Apple’s new connected gyms program gives you benefits for working out with Apple Watch
iPad is 10 years old this year.
Topics
Beta software. Where are the iPhone, iPad, AppleTV and Apple Watch with Beta OS 13.3.1 Warren is always on the cutting edge.
Beta links iPhone / iPad , Apple Watch , AppleTV
Security fix in iOS 13.3.1
We have some new charger that we have been using. Our thoughts on these chargers.
Dave - MyCharge charger https://mycharge.com/collections/hub-series/products/hub-turbo-10050
Warren - ZeroLemon 135W Charging https://zerolemon.com/products/zerolemon-135w-extreme-charge-station?fbclid=IwAR0BVvIJWIMIkjvJAk7r_XOqjCcAEWFT2z8Arqk9Ew1x7uE_gclzIAU18BI
Tips
This Hidden iPhone Menu Unlocks Even More AirPods Pro Settings
Change default email on iPhone
How to offload apps in iOS to save space without deleting their data
Apps
My Must-Have Apps, 2019 Edition We review some of these apps that MacStories picked.
About our Co-Host
Co-Host: Warren Sklar, @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
In this episode of In Touch With iOS Warren is back and we discuss Dave’s very first visit to CES 2020. We talk about all the new tech including a showerhead with bluetooth speaker, iPhone case with an airbag, and more. Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Bluetooth SIG Unveils LE Audio, the Next Generation of Bluetooth Audio
Apple Launches Replacement Program for Smart Battery Cases Designed for iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR
Topics
CES 2020 Dave attended the conference for the very first time. We discuss all the great tech he found that works with your iOS devices. We talk about the show and how huge it is. Dave also interviewed a few folks at the show about their products. Flying cars, AI, all kinds of stuff.
Sketchboard Pro - Interview
MyCharge Interview
Anker iphone Camera for iPhone Interview
Mophie Powerstation Interview
Air Selfie Interview
Moxie Showerhead by Kohler
Apple Stores Now Selling Scosche's BaseLynx Modular Charging System
Scosche Magic Grip
Twinkly Christmas lights with iPhone controls
Speck Presidio2 Armor Cloud iPhone Case
Grip2U Cases
AUKEYOmnia Series Power adapter 100W https://9to5toys.com/2020/01/07/aukey-omnia/
Popsocket Wireless Charger - https://www.popsockets.com/pages/poppower.ht
Brydge iPad keyboard
https://www.brydge.com/products/brydge-pro-plus-for-ipad-pro
Brydge trackpad for iPad
https://www.brydge.com/products/ipad-os-trackpad
Shure Earpods
Nextbase Dashcams
Powerstation drone
https://clckr.echoscomm.com/meet-clckr-the-new-stand-and-grip-that-enhances-your-device#
Tips
How to check AirPods battery life from your Apple Watch
Use notifications on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
Apps
Airtable
About our Co-Host
Co-Host: Warren Sklar, @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
In this episode of In Touch With iOS Warren is off this week but Dave is joined by guest Rosemary Orchard. Rosemary is an Apple Shortcuts wizard and she just wrote a Take control book on Shortcuts. We will dig in to what shortcuts can do for you and how amazing they are. Plus we have some great tips and apps.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Like we do on this show with all new guests, we talk about what is in Rosemary’s tech back that keeps her productive highlighting iOS.
Apple Shortcuts are great ways to be productive and make things work automatically on your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. We discuss the history and origins of Shortcuts and review the basics building shortcuts and run through creating one.
The gallery of shortcuts are they worthy of adding to your library?
Productivity shortcuts are also common creating a PDF is a big one we review this and others.
Luna Display and Sidecar discussion.
2020 and Apple we discuss what exciting things could happen
Tips
How to Enable and Use Zooming on Your Apple Watch
How to Use the Calculator App's Split Bill and Tip Functions on Apple Watch
How to Change What AirPods Pro Stems Do When Squeezed
How to Automatically Close Safari Tabs on iPhone & iPad
How to Change Your Email Password onYour iPhone or iPad
Macstories Foam modify Add modification to AirPods Pro so it fits better in your ear.
Apps
Dave's Picks
Picstructions
Radio Paradise
Rosemary's Picks
Yoink
Toolbox pro for shortcuts
Dark Noise
About our Guest
Rosemary Orchard Rosemaryorchard.com is an author and podcaster. Her latest book Take Control of Shortcuts is out now! She is also the cohost of Automators with David Sparks You can follow her on Twitter @rosemaryorchard she also just joined Screencasts Online as a contributor you can find her there with a new tutorial on Shortcuts.
In this episode of In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren are Joined by Guest Chuck Joiner from MacVoices. Dave is going to CES for the first time Chuck gives his pre show predictions. Dave bought a Ecobee smart thermostat and we talk about HomeKit and tips!
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Works With Group to Develop Open Standards for Smart Home Devices
This Apple Watch charger plugs directly into a USB-C port so you can carry fewer cords
Apple Arcade adds new annual $49.99 subscription option
Introducing MusicBot: The All-in-One Apple Music Assistant, Powered by Shortcuts
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Consumer Electronics show is coming up in a few weeks January 2020 and Chuck is the master of CES with all the interviews with many of the vendors at the show. We discuss what to expect at the show and this will be Dave’s very first time attending the show Chuck might give some pointers to him.
Dave decided to finally take the plunge and get a smart thermostat from Ecobee. He discusses the experience and finds out what others on the panel have or do they have one? We also discuss HomeKit and where it is going and what other devices are in our homes.
Ecobee Thermostat
Tips
New tip found that Apple promoted on Twitter. Did you know you can take a screen shot on your iPad with the Apple Pencil? Here is the tip
How to Hide Photos On iPhone
2019 looking back with Apple.
About our Co-Host
Co-Host: Warren Sklar, @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and provides amazing video podcasts with influential folks in the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner
In this episode of In Touch With iOS Warren is off this week but host Dave Ginsburg is joined by returning Guest Frederick Van Johnson to discuss iPhone Photography and the iPhone 11 Pro camera. Plus the latest news and tips we hope you join us.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News
Apple’s latest startup purchase hints at the next big leap in iPhone photography
Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 13.3.1 and iPadOS 13.3.1 to Developers
Topics
iPhone 11 Pro camera features and tools to take even better pictures.
Deep fusion on the iPhone 11 called computational photography we discuss how the iPhone 11 applies these technologies to get you better pictures.
Do you need 3rd party camera and photo apps on the iPhone? iOS 13 has really improved the editing and taking pictures we discuss.
Apps
Camera+ 2 Adds 12 Features for the Holidays
About our Guest
Frederick Van Johnson @frederickvan is the host of TWIP (This week in Photo). He is a professional podcaster and photographer.
He has courses at the TWIP School on different topics by photographers.
TWiP PRO Course on iOS Photography… POCKETSHOOTERS
In this episode of In Touch With iOS Your host Dave Ginsburg is joined as always by co-host Warren Sklar. We talk about iOS 13.3 release the news of the day and some great tips on iOS
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Avoids iPhone Tariffs as U.S. and China Reach Trade Deal
Apple Card Offering 6% Daily Cash Back on Apple Product Purchases Until December 31 (Note - If you bought something from Apple within the week, contact Apple (Goldman) and they can adjust
Apple Card Monthly Installments: How the Interest-Free iPhone Financing Plan Works
Apple Watch so huge, it has eclipsed 'peak iPod'
AirPods to hit quarterly sales of $4B, surpassing peak iPod sales
iOS 12.4.4 Update for iPhone 6, iPhone 5s, Older iPads, Released
Topics
iOS and iPadOS 13.3 was released we review all the changes and discuss the fixes and improvements.
Apple has fixed a critical bug in iOS 13 that could let anyone temporarily overwhelm and freeze up an iPhone using AirDrop.
Remove Memoji stickers General > Settings > Emoji turn off Memoji Stickers
Screen Time Communication Limits - Bypass bug out will be fixed - https://ww.9to5mac.com/2019/12/12/screen-time-communication-limits-bug/
You can now save an edited video as a new clip.
News App redesign you can now like/disklike articles at bottom of the screen. Stocks you can now see related stories this is new.
iOS13.3 update list
Speaking of iOS. Apple still showed love to the older devices running iOS12 with version 12.4.4. We also talked about HomePod 13.3, WatchOS 6.1.1, tvOS 13.3
Dave put together a grid that shows all the updates iOS13 has had so far its crazy.
Tips
Monitor audio levels on iPhone
Did you know you can add the iPhone User Guide to your home screen? This guide tells you how to download it and covers the iPad too.
Send Spam Callers to Voicemail
Synced Lyrics in Apple Music
Remove Location Data Before Sharing Photos
Delete Apps from the App Update Screen
Three-Finger Tap Does Two Things
Apps
Lightroom 5.1 Adds Direct SD Card Importing on iPad and iPhone, Plus New Export Options
About our Co-Host
Co-Host: Warren Sklar, @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
Your host Dave Ginsburg is joined as always by co-host Warren Sklar. Warren has an adventure at the Apple Store. We talk about Black Friday and cyber Monday deals. Plus some great tips on Apple Watch, extending battery life on your iPhone plus more.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
House passes bill that would require carriers to offer free robocall blocking features, more
T-Mobile launches 600MHz 5G across the US, but no one can use it until December 6th
Qualcomm working to deliver 5G iPhone 'as fast as we can
Apple News launches daily email newsletter
BMW reverses decision to charge for CarPlay
Topics
Black Friday and Cyber Monday what bargains did we get or can we share?
New beta of release of iOS, iPadOS or watchOS this week we talk about whats new in the betas.
Home Kit Discussion
Tips
Muting email threads in the Mail App
How to find your AirPods Pro serial number
This Unexpected Tip to Extend Battery Life on iPhone Actually Works… Really!
20 Tips Every Apple Watch Owner Should Know
Switching iPhone or iPad to 4 digit passcode
Apps
Apple Shares the 'Best of 2019' Highlighting Top Apps and Games, Plus First Apple Music Awards
Craigslist only took 11 years to make its own iOS app
Update to Apple Clips app
About our Co-Host
Co-Host: Warren Sklar, @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
Your host Dave Ginsburg is joined as always by co-host Warren Sklar. Are all these iOS bug updates bugging you? They are for us we discuss what Apple is going to do about it. Apple Music vs iTunes Match do you need them both? Plus more on this Thanksgiving episode.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Launches New Smart Battery Cases for the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max
Apple announces press event on December 2
Apple launches Research app, US users can enroll in three health studies
Topics
Apple Music vs iTunes Match do you need them both? Is the family membership worth it?
Cancelling iTunes Match? Here’s how to download your iCloud Music Library before you do so
All these Apple updates! Is Apple finally reevaluating their process?
Apple may finally be getting serious about stopping iOS bugs before they reach our iPhones
Apple releases iOS 13.2.3 with more background app improvements, Mail fixes, more
Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 13.3 and iPadOS 13.3 to Developers
Apple Dvelopers conf vs WWDC
iOS 13 and the release dates and we see why it's so bad.
13.0 9/19/19
13.1 9/24/19
13.1.1 9/27/19
13.1.2 9/30/19
13.1.3 10/15/19
13.2 10/28/19
13.2.1 10/30/19
13.2.2 11/7/19
13.2.3 11/18/19
13.3 (Coming soon!) 3rd beta released
Tips
How to Print From An iPad
Scanning documents to the Files app on iPhone or iPad without an app.
How to Hide Apps on Your iPhone (& Find Them Later)
How to Delete & Uninstall Apps on an iPhone
How to Use a Bluetooth Mouse with Your iPad (or iPhone)
Picks of the Week
Scanner Pro
Warren
Reading Glasses for your eyes they make things big.
Scansnap
Macstock Conference and Expo 2020 July 25-26, 2020
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About our Co-Host
Co-Host: Warren Sklar, @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
In this special episode your host Dave Ginsburg travels to Woodstock, IL and is joined by Mike Potter Macstock organizer and from the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. Mike and I caught up and decided to record a show in person using my new Rodecaster Pro podcast production Studio for the first time. We talk about why Mike has not updated to iOS 13 and his thoughts on Disney+ since hes a big Disney fan plus more!
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Topics
Dave and Mike talk about Dave’s new Rode Rodecaster Pro Podcast Studio. The sound is really good and I think our shows will be sounding even better!
Mike has yet to update to iOS 13 we talk about what his reasoning and thoughts about iOS13. Hes stuck on MacOS Mojave and iOS 13 will have challenges with that. The reminders app needs a database upgrade so thats holding him up too. This Apple Support Article talks about the upgrade process.
We talk about browsers and Firefox is Mike’s primary iOS browser. Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Safari, and Opera. Firefox Focus are other options.
We talk about the Apple Watch Noise app and this article.
https://9to5mac.com/2019/11/16/apple-watch-noise-app-texas-family/
Mike is a big Disney fan we talk about the Disney+ services and thoughts about it and where he thinks it will go. Apple TV and how he consumes streaming services.
We talk about The big Black Friday $129 Apple Watch.
https://9to5mac.com/2019/11/14/apple-watch-series-3-black-friday/
Airpods pro update
Macstock Conference and Expo 2020 July 25-26, 2020
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About our Guest
Our Guest Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Expo: and host of For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Twitter @macstockexpo and @formaceyesonly
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
This week your host Dave Ginsburg is joined by our brand new co-host Warren Sklar! We discuss Dave’s experiences with Airpods Pro, new Streaming services Disney+, and CarPlay. Plus tips on how to fix your iOS device when it freezes up plus more!
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple Releases iOS and iPadOS 13.2.2 With Fix for Background Refresh Bug
Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 13.3 and iPadOS 13.3 to Developers
Topics
Dave’s review of the AirPods Pro. He has used them for a few weeks now and we will do a complete review
Streaming Services. Apple TV+ released this month and Disney+ released this week. We discuss what streaming services are for you and how you use them on your iOS and Apple TV.
CarPlay experiences. Dave rented a car with it and yes he wants it bad in his car. Warren was car shopping for his son and has thoughts about how important CarPlay is.
Tips
How to Use the Apple Watch App Store
Why does your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch freeze up or stops working right? Here are some tips how to help you fix your device.
- Reset your iPhone on all modssels.
- Reset your Apple Watch
- Reset your iPad
- Update your system software and apps
- Check for app updates in the App Store on an iPhone,
- Tap long
- Free up storage space by storing videos and photos somewhere other than on your device. Delete messages.
- reset your phone. Make sure you have backed up your phone before you do a reset
- Apple Support ServicePicks of the Week
Photoshop for iPad
Warren
Find My by Apple
Office Mobile
About our Co-Host
Co-Host: Warren Sklar, @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
This week your host Dave Ginsburg is joined by guest Warren Sklar we discuss why all these iOS 13 updates are happening, the power of iPhone 11, eSIM whats it all about, plus more tips.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
AnandTech’s in-depth iPhone 11 review says the A13 processor is twice as fast as the competition
FCC approves $26.5 billion T-Mobile and Sprint merger
Apple releases third developer betas of iOS 13.2, iPadOS 13.2, tvOS 13.2 & fourth watchOS 6.1 build - Warren is always on the cutting edge using betas on his primary devices. He reviews his beta experiences.
iPad Air 2 slow with iOS 13
Topics
Whats with all these iOS and iPadOS updates? Lets review iOS 13 starting with 13.0 and find out what really was the deal with all these updates. Wikipedia list of all iOS versions
Deep Fusion - 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max
eSIM - Dave reviews using eSIM in his iPhone and how great it is to use it as a dual sim with 2 lines in one iPhone. Apple Support Link
Files App using an external drive in your iPad in iOS 13. How cool it is to use this and connecting all your cloud services in the app.
Tips
Doing a Screenshot in Safari and using the option to capture the full screen. Saves full screen as a PDF in files.
Using SideCar in iPadOS13 extending your iPad as a screen with your Mac in 10.15 Catalina.
Requirements for SideCar
Luna Display and Duet Display are other options that were out there before SideCar was released but they were sherlocked. Luna Display came up with a new feature extending your Mac to another Mac as well as to your iPad.
Dave’s Picks of the Week
Zugu The Muse Case - 2018 iPad Pro 11 inch
SanDisk 1TB Extreme Portable External SSD
About our Guest
About our Guest: Warren Sklar, is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
This week your host Dave Ginsburg is joined by guest Mike LaPlante
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
The iPhone 11’s Deep Fusion camera arrives with iOS 13.2 developer beta
IOS 13.2 developer beta hints at in-ear AirPods with
Topics
The Music app added some great new features in iOS 13.1.2 including radio stations and lyrics.
Radio Stations - Apple partnered with the 3 big audio content audio content providers and they have added a number of radio stations around the world with many more added. It works very well with Siri on all devices including HomePod. How does it compare to the Amazon Echo?
Able to stream radio stations from all over the world. This may be more of a general Siri enhancement that is implemented on your Mac and HomePod, but also works in Apple Music on your iOS device.
Lyrics in Apple Music have been vastly improved its Karaoke on Mac and AppleTV too. We talk about this. Karaoke 3rd party app in Apple TV?
Duplicates in Playlists are a thing of the past. Apple Music will tell you if there are dupes in your Playlists and will warn you if you are adding one to a Playlist.
Shuffle and Repeat controls have moved yet again. To find them you have to be on the Now Playing page and in the Up Next section you’ll see the controls for those functions.
Tips and new features in iOS13
One of my favourite features: Files.app
Tap and hold feature in the Mail app. Formatting emails have become so much easier.
Airpods you can now have 2 airpods connected at the same time! Those days of getting a Y adapter connecting them to a headphone jack are over.
Apple TV has some great updates.
Watch OS Updates?
Enhanced Siri | New Watchfaces | Hearing Protection | Voice Memos/Calculator/Reminders | Shazam | App Store
App Picks
Dave
DuetCam
Filmic Pro
Mike
CARROT
Vivino
About our Guest
Mike LaPlante is a musician and a YouTube vlogger with a video channel called The Average Wine Enthusiast. You can find him on Twitter @lippo.
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
This week your host Dave Ginsburg is joined by guest Kelly Guimont from the Daily Observations podcast we talk about all the new features of iOS13, iPadOs, WatchOS6, iPhone 11 Pro review, apple Watch Series 5 discussion and more.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple releases iOS 12.4.2 for iPhones and iPads dropped by iOS 13
Topics
Dave has the iPhone 11 Pro Max he gives his review of the device and thoughts so far. Key items include the amazing 3 lenses in the camera and great battery life. Also his experience switching over to esim on T-Mobile.
Migration process was awesome! Using Bluetooth instead of iCloud
The Apple Watch Series 5 hit stores last week and basically this the same as the series 4. The only differences is the always on and the compass plus better battery life.
Apple Watch Series 5 review: A better, more independent timepiece
WatchOS 6 was released and there are some great features add here are a few we discussed.
- Standalone App Store
- Noise App
WatchOS 6 is compatible with all models except the Series 0. Series 1 and Series 2 it will be released later in the fall. Not all features are available on the older models.
iOS13.1 and iPadOS 13 was released this week How many of you installing the latest version? We discuss how important you make sure you run your iCloud backup and you should run an iTunes backup or use and app like iMazing as means of another backup.
iOS13 Device Compatibility
- iPhone 11 / Pro / Pro Max
- iPhone XS
- • iPhone XS Max
- • iPhone XR
- • iPhone X
- • iPhone 8
- • iPhone 8 Plus
- • iPhone 7
- • iPhone 7 Plus
- • iPhone 6s
- • iPhone 6s Plus
- • iPhone SE
- • iPod touch (7th generation)
iPadOS 13 Device Compatibility
- 11-inch iPad Pro
- 10.5-inch iPad Pro
- 9.7-inch iPad Pro
- iPad (6th generation)
- iPad (5th generation)
- iPad mini (5th generation)
- iPad mini 4
- iPad Air (3rd generation)
- iPad Air 2
Some of the features that stand out that we discuss
- Why iPhone and iPad Apps Are Asking to Use Bluetooth
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Dark Mode. The most discussed feature added. You can even control dark mode in the control center.
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New Volume HUD (heads uo display) on the screen
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AirDrop Menu update and much more reformed and prioritizes the closest device.
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3D Touch has been replaced with Haptic Touch. Even older devices like the iPhone SE will have haptic touch. New more refined menus and it's now much easier to get the wiggle to rearrange apps and delete them as there is a menu item.
Updating your apps have changed too. In the App store you tap your picture on the top right and it brings you to the Account.
The Share Sheet has numerous new upgrades including redesign.
Swipe Keyboard Kelly and I discussed that.
Some notable iPadOS features we talked about.
Floating keyboard
Desktop Class Safari Browser
Kelly’s thoughts on Apple Arcade
About our Guest
Kelly Guimont writes for The Mac Observer and is the host of The Daily Observations Podcast. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso Micro.blog
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
This week your host Dave Ginsburg is joined by guest Chuck Joiner from MacVoices to discuss quite a bit of news. Its the eve of iOS13 release, Why does iPhone 11 Pro Max have 3 cameras, which iPhones did we buy, and more.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Xcode Confirms All 2019 iPhones Feature 4GB RAM, S5 Apple Watch Chip Identical to S4
Class Action Lawsuit Against Apple for Offering Refurbished Replacement Devices Under AppleCare Moves Forward
Is Your AppleCare+ Expiring? You Can Now Renew It
Apple Moves to Trademark ‘Slofie’
Why The iPhone 11 Pro Has 3 Cameras
Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 13.1 and iPadOS 13.1 to Developers and Public Beta Testers
The U1 chip in the iPhone 11 is the beginning of an Ultra Wideband revolution
Wi-Fi 6 Launches Just in Time for New iPhones
Topics
Our iPhones were ordered and maybe the Apple Watch? We discuss what we ordered and what we are looking forward to. iOS 13.0 has been released today any thoughts and did you install it? Dave did he will give initial thoughts. WatchOS 6 was also released today out thoughts. Should you just skip it and wait for iOS 13.1?
Make sure you are backing up your device before you you do upgrade.
How to back up your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
iMazing
iPhone SE love
About Apple TV+
Release Date: September 19, 2019
iOS 13.1
Release Date: September 24, 2019
iPadOS
Release Date: September 24, 2019
watchOS 6
Release Date: September 19, 2019 for Series 3 and later Apple Watches and later this fall for Series 1 and 2
tvOS 13
Release Date: September 30, 2019
Services
Apple Arcade Released on September 19, 2019 on the iPhone 9/30/19 on the iPad.
Release Dates: September 19, 2019 (iOS 13); September 30, 2019 (iPadOS and tvOS); October 2019 (macOS Catalina)
TV+
Release Date: November 1, 2019
About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and provides amazing video podcasts with influential folks in the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
This week your host Dave Ginsburg discusses the Apple Event on 9/10 including the new iPad, iPhone, Apple Watch, and more. He also reviews iOS13 and iPadOS releases plus more.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News
Apple launches beta version of Apple Music browser
Streaming music grew 26% for the first half of 2019
Apple Issues Statement on iOS Exploits Found in the Wild
A message about iOS security Link to Apple Statement
Topics
All the Apple Announcements were reviewed what was great and what was not so great.
Reviews on Apple Arcade, TV+, iPad 10.2 7th Gen, Apple Watch Series 5, iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max. Yes Dave will upgrade to the 11 Pro Max Midnight Green :)
Do you have to upgrade every year? Dave talks about iPhone upgrades and if you really need to get a new iPhone.
He reviews these 2 programs.
iPhone Upgrade Program
Apple Trade In Program
All the Release dates
iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and iPhone 11 Pro Max
Pre-orders: 5 a.m. Pacific on September 13, 2019, which is a time change from prior pre-orders
In Stores and Deliveries: September 20, 2019
7th Generation iPad (10.2-inch)
Pre-orders: Today, September 10, 2019
In Stores and Deliveries: September 30, 2019
Apple Watch Series 5
Pre-order: Today, September 10, 2019
In Stores and Deliveries: September 20, 2019
iOS 13.0
Release Date: September 19, 2019
iOS 13.1
Release Date: September 30, 2019
iPadOS
Release Date: September 30, 2019
Note: Apple has not said whether the version that ships on September 30th is iPadOS 13.0 or 13.1.
iOS and iPadOS
Features Coming Later This Fall After iOS and iPadOS 13.1:
AirPods audio sharing
HomeKit Secure Video & routers
iCloud Drive folder sharing
HomePod/AirPlay 2 in scenes & automations
Image Capture API
Screen Time communication limits
Announce Messages w/ Siri
HomePod Features
Radio Station Support: September 30, 2019
Features Coming Later This Fall:
Multi-user support
Music handoff
Ambient Sounds
tvOS 13
Release Date: September 30, 2019
watchOS 6
Release Date: September 19, 2019 for Series 3 and later Apple Watches and later this fall for Series 1 and 2
Services
Apple Arcade
Release Dates: September 19, 2019 (iOS 13); September 30, 2019 (iPadOS and tvOS); October 2019 (macOS Catalina)
TV+
Release Date: November 1, 2019
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
Bob Fairbairn returns to the show to discuss his experience with the iOS 13/ iPad OS betas and we review key new features. features. iOS 13 will be out soon this episode will give you a sneak peek.
customize your timer on the Apple Watch plus more tips.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News
Apple Releases iOS 12.4.1, a Security Update
Apple Releases First Beta of iOS 13.1 to Developers
Apple Card Skins this product is crazy!
Topics
iOS 13 Experiences. Bob has had Beta on many of his devices since it was announced at WWDC. He had to go back to iOS 12 at beta 3 at some point because the biggest problem was with syncing with iCloud. He since went back to beta 7 on his devices and found it to be a much better experience. Beta 8 is now running better as well. Reminders app works so much better. Did not update the Apple Watch or Apple TV.
iPadOS 13 have been solid in beta 7 and beta 8. Safari on iPad is so much better. Download manager that was added is so much better.
Bob has not used his Mac all summer to try and use just the iPad. Safari and organization has been amazing. Listen as we discuss. Apple has links to whats coming here:
https://www.apple.com/ipados/ipados-preview/features/
https://www.apple.com/ios/ios-13-preview/features/
App Picks
Bob’s Pick
Universe iOS build your website on your ios device!
https://onuniverse.com
Dave’s Pick
Medium iOS App
About our Guest
Bob Fairbairn is a Tech consultant and Audio consultant
Most of his work is around what I call “end user computing and mobility”. I also have a new startup designing high end systems with some very specific #FutureFi equipment.
Https://bobfa.me
Https://Bobfairbairn.com Audio Systems Design and Sales
Https://SmarterCaTS.com Technology Services including Product Photography.
https://ke9a.com Ham Radio ( Built on Universe)
Twitter @bobfairbairn @bobfairbairnltd
Instagram @m43bob @bobfairbairnltd
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
Dave Hamiltion makes his first “official” appearance on the show to talk about Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, Apple Card and how to customize your timer on the Apple Watch plus more tips.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Shazam data is powering Apple Music’s newest chart, the Shazam Discovery Top 50
Apple says clean Apple Card with a microfiber cloth, avoid contact with leather and denim
British Airways buys 15,000 iPhone XR units for chttp://traffic.libsyn.com/intouchwithios/20190814ITWIOS065.mp3abin crew
Apple Seeds Eighth Betas of iOS 13 and iPadOS to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]
Topics
With all the new guests of the show, Dave asks what iOS tech do you have?
Apple Card 2 weeks in. The card is now available to all users in the US and its a very easy application process . How has it been so far? Dave G has had it for 2 weeks now he gives his thoughts so far and Dave H just got one. Apple is already adding Uber to the list of 3% cash back what others will be added? Are you keeping your card clean? When has there ever been a credit card with a guide on how to clean it?Check out this iMore Apple Card Review by Lory Gil Dave G opt out of forced arbitration and the hoops many are saying is not the case they just do it using messages.
Apple TV+ The latest rumors says Apple with price the service at #9.99 month and boy have they paid for a lot of original content. We discuss our initial thoughts of the service and will we be subscribing. The original content is interesting but is it appealing for subscribers?
Apple Arcade - Rumors say Apple will charge $4.99 per month for the service and games were leaked. We give our opinions, thoughts and is this service worth it.
Tips
Siri can suggestion alerts for early calendar events and an alarm setting
How to Quickly & Temporarily Disconnect Your iPhone from Wi-Fi in Control Center
Accessibility Settings: How to Set Your iPhone to Automatically Answer Calls
How to Rename Your AirPods on Your iPhone
How to Set a Timer on the Apple Watch
App Picks
Dave Ginsburg’s Pick
GasBuddy
Apple Music Memos App Link (Website)
Dave Hamilton’s Picks
USA Rest stops app
SoundStorming app
About our Guest
Dave Hamiton hosts The Mac Geek Gab podcast and Co-Founder of The Mac Observer. He can be found on Twitter @davehamilton
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
David Chartier from the Finer Things In Tech makes his first appearance on the show to talk about Dave’s first impressions using the new Apple Card, App subscriptions and iOS tips plus the news of the week.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News
Spotify reportedly in talks with Apple to integrate with Siri for playback control in iOS 13
New Apple Maps are rolling out to the northeast U.S
These Dummy iOS Lightning Cables Let Hackers Remotely Access Your Devices
AT&T and T-Mobile will now verify phone calls between their networks
Discussion Topics
With all the new guests of the show, Dave asks what iOS tech do you have?
Moment Lenses for iPhone David has these awesome lenses and reviews them.
TouchType Pro Keyboard - Kickstarter He was able to get this keyboard for his iPad Pro.
How important is Find My iPad? Dave had first hand experience when he forgot his iPad at an event, It has a happy ending!
Part 2 of the Apple Card Story Dave was able to resolve the issue with the wrong Apple ID and Apple sent him a new card. He gives first impression of its use.
iOS 13 iPadOS Beta are you running it full time? Our thoughts so far.
Apple releases new version of its USB-C Digital AV Multiport dongle with 60Hz 4K, HDR, more
USB-C Travel Dock for Mac, PC, iPad and more! From OWC This dock works with the iPad Pro and also the cable wraps under the bottom of the unit and provides 100W of pass through power.
Tips
A Visual Guide to Screen Gestures for the iPhone X Series and iPad Pro OWC put together this great guid and this has changed since Face ID was introduced with these models and we discuss..
How to Turn Off Auto-Capitalization on Your iPhone
How to Edit a Photo's Geotag on Your iPhone
How to Enable USB Restricted Mode to Protect the Data on Your iPhone
Tips from David C’s newsletter Finer Things in Tech
Quickly switch between two different apps on Apple Watch (Command + Tab for Watch)
Long-tap the iOS screenshot preview to immediately share it
You can quickly save multiple photos and videos from Messages conversations
App Picks
Dave G’s Pick
Google Primer iOS
David C’s Picks
Reddit iOS App
Apollo Reddit iOS App
About our Guest
David Chartier can be found on his website chartier.land You can find him on social media on Mastodon
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
Adam Christianson from the Maccast Podcast returns to the show to talk about the new Apple Card, App subscriptions and iOS tips plus the news of the week.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio
News
Apple Card Rolling Out Today to Limited Number of Customers - Macrumors
After Bashing Apple, Samsung Caves, Deletes Headphone Jack - Mac Observer
Apple teams up with Eli Lilly to study how iPhone and Apple Watch can help detect dementia - 9to5Mac
Apple Watch Dominates Growing Smartwatch Market - MacObserver
Disney announces $12.99 bundle for Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ - The Verge
iOS 12 Adoption Hits 88%, Continues to Outpace iOS 11 - macrumors
Discussion Topics
App Subscriptions - PDF Expert from Readdle is one of Dave’s all time favorite PDF apps and they did a major upgrade to v7 and for years they were just charging a flat $10 for the pro features. We talk about this change and other App subscriptions like Adobe and others are they worth it?
2-Factor Authentication - Have you set up your Apple ID with 2 factor yet? You really should!! We discuss this and iMore has a great article you can review on this topic too. Its so important you have this enabled!
Apple Music vs iTunes Match This is always a confusing topic do you keep both services or eliminate one? We discuss this topic.
Tips
- How do you Disable Attention Aware Features? Actually there are 2 way to change this on an iPhone X or higher. Why does Apple put settings like this in 2 places?
Settings > Face ID & Passcode > Tap Attention Aware Features
Another Way to turn this off
Settings > Accessibility > Face ID & Attention
- Apple TV Tip Delete Apps and managing them. We discuss.
- Did you know Find my iPhone works on devices like the HomePod? All you do is ask Siri where is my Apple Watch, iPhone, or iPad.
- Sharing your location on your iPhone the quick way Open a new or previously opened text chat with the person you want to share your location with.
Type the phrase "I'm at" and press the spacebar after the word "at". In the predictive text area of the keyboard, tap Current Location.You will then be able to insert a map with link to where you are located.
App Picks
Adam's Pick
Ulysses for iOS
Dave's Picks
VLC iOS
Good reader
About our Guest
Adam Christianson is host the of Maccast Podcast You can find him on Twitter @maccast
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
Macstock 2019 has concluded for this year and Dave takes the time to interview 7 different guests live at Macstock 2019 including in no particular order Mike Laplante, Dave Hamilton, Kelly Guimont, Mike Potter, John F Braun, Guy Serle, and Chuck Joiner. They all give their thoughts of the Macstock Expo and what we learned. Also this weeks news and more I hope you enjoy.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.comDirect Link to Audio
News
Everything New in iOS 13 Beta 5: iPad Home Screen Options, New Volume Levels, Updated Share Sheet and More - Macrumors
Dave’s review of his Macstock Talk on Apple Notes, Microsoft OneNote, and Notability.
Discussion Topic
Macstock 2019 is a great way to geek out and meet new friends plus network this year was no exception. Here are 7 great interviews each talking about Macstock 2019 and their thoughts on the show.
About Our Guests:
- Dave Hamilton and John F Braun from the Mac Geek Gab Podcast
- Chuck Joiner from MacVoices Podcast
- Mike Potter - Macstock 2019 Organizer and host of For Mac Eyes Only podcast.
- Mike Laplante - Host of the Average Wine Enthusiast YouTube Channel
- Kelly Guimont - Host of The Daily Observations Podcast from the Mac Observer.
- Guy Serle - Host of the Mymac.com Podcast
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
IT Professional and podcast enthusiast Barry Fulk, joins Dave to discuss our thoughts on all the new announcements from WWDC including iOS, the new iPadOS, WatchOS, and tvOS.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio
Discussion Topics
Well there was quite a bit of news related to WWDC and the new releases of iOS, TVOS, WatchOS, and the new iPadOS.We comment on them all.
First we talk about iOS13 and these new features:
Dark Mode
Face ID loads 30% faster
iCloud File sharing and Thumb Drive copying of files.
Siri shortcuts and Siri improvements
AirPods Siri can read back messages
Reminders
Apple Maps
Reference MacRumors for all the iOS Features
Security: Users will be able to share their location with an app just once, not permanently. It will also offer background tracking alerts.
Security: “Sign in with Apple” Article https://www.fastcompany.com/90358999/sign-in-with-apple-is-a-great-new-privacy-feature-and-a-weapon
Apple Watch watchOS6
tvOS 13
iPadOS: https://www.imore.com/ipados-faq
iPad use a mouse
https://www.macrumors.com/2019/06/03/ipados-includes-additional-keyboard-shortcuts/
Finger commands 3 finger swipe.
Homepod update
HomeKit Video and router support
iTunes change split apps Music, podcasts, Apple TV apps
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About Our Guest: Barry Fulk. He’s a world-class Pokemon Go player :D Twitter @fulkb
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
Guest Brian Gray, IT Professional joins Dave to discuss what to expect from WWDC, iPhone tips, family sharing and family iPhone purchase experiences.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.comDirect Link to Audio
News
iOS 12.3.1 Fixes These Bugs on Your iPhone and iPad
Apple releases updated $199 iPod touch with A10 Fusion, up to 256GB of storage
iOS 12.3.1 Improves Battery Life of Older iPhones
Topics
WWDC Expectations
Dave and Brian talk about what to expect at WWDC as well as a few of our wish list items
Family sharing experience - Dave reviews his experience converting from a 3 Apple ID family to using family sharing.
Dave had quite an experience helping his family Upgrading iPhones and lets just say it was an adventure.
iPhone Tips
How to Make Bookmark Folders in Safari on the iPhone or iPad
Organizing Your Home Screen: How to Move Apps & Make Folders on the iPhone
App Picks
Dave
GarageBand
Brian
AnyFont
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In this episode of In Touch With iOS
Guest Bob Fairbairn, IT Professional joins Dave to discuss Audio devices with your iPhone including headphones, earphones, and Bluetooth speakers and more.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.comDirect Link to Audio
News
Apple Releases iOS 12.3 With New TV App and Channels Feature TVOS 12.3 and Watch 5.1.2 was released too.
Apple Releases tvOS 12.3 With Updated TV App
Apple Releases watchOS 5.2.1 With ECG Functionality for Additional European Countries
The App Store antitrust case
Topics
- LIke we do with all our new guests, we find out what Bob has in his Apple and iOS devices box I know he is like me and gets the latest stuff like Dave.
- Bob is a big audiophile we talk about what are the best speakers,, headphones, and other devices that make your iPhone or iPad sound great. Add links here
Airpods vs PowerBeats portability in mind Powerbeats Pro vs. Powerbeats 3
The actual headphones you use are also a huge contributor to sound quality. There are hundreds of headphones. In-ear, on-ear, over-ear. Closed and Open designs. For portable or out and about I really like the in-ear monitor.
For these we need the lightning to 3.5mm headphone “dongle” on the iPhone
https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MU7E2AM/A/usb-c-to-35-mm-headphone-jack-adapte
Three headphones that Bob likes for portability:
Etymotic. ER3SE < $200
https://www.etymotic.com/consumer/earphones/er3-new.html
Shure: SE535 <$500
https://www.shure.com/en-US/products/earphones/se535
Audeze LCDi4 $2500 (Includes a special lightning cable with DAC)
https://www.audeze.com/products/lcd-collection/lcdi4-ear-headphone
***For both the Shure and the Etymoic the https://www.complyfoam.com/ ear tips improve both the comfort/fit and sound performance and isolation. A set of three sizes are about $20. I highly recommend them.
Bluetooth Speakers
I rarely use Bluetooth speakers as I have found that for a lot of my use case the iPad Pro speakers are really very good. The do not fill the room but they are comfortable. And there is nothing else to keep charged. One of the reasons I get iPad’s loaded up with storage is to hold music for offline use. I have an older Bose mini speaker to use when we travel.
HomePod? They are great as a Pair.
Calendaring is still not making me happy. We briefly discuss calendering woes.
App Picks
Bob’s Picks
Spark iOS App
MindNode 6 Beta iOS
Anylist for “lists”
Keybase
Signal iOS
Dave’s Picks
News Explorer iOS App
T-Mobile Digits iOS
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About our Guest
Bob Fairbairn:
Most of my work is around what I call “end user computing and mobility”. I also have a new startup designing high end systems with some very specific #FutureFi equipment.
Https://bobfa.me
Https://Bobfairbairn.com Audio Systems Design and Sales
Https://SmarterCaTS.com Technology Services including Product Photography.
Twitter @bobfairbairn @bobfairbairnltd
Instagram @m43bob @bobfairbairnltd
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
Guest Chuck Joiner returns the show joining Dave to talk about what Apple Watch is for you.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.comDirect Link to Audio
News
Chuck was in Vegas for NAB he Reviewed what was some highlights related to iOS.
AT&T CEO Believe 5G Phone Plans Could Be Tiered and Priced on Data Speed
The Apple Watch Launched Four Years Ago Today
Surfer retrieves working Apple Watch six months after losing it in the ocean
Apple TV channel launches on YouTube
iOS 13 will let apps like Lightroom access photos directly from external storage, report claims
PSA: Make Sure to Cancel Apple News+ If You Signed Up for a Free Trial After Apple's March 25 Event and Don't Want to be Charged
Google Fit Launches on iPhone With Apple Health and Apple Watch Integration
iOS 13 Could Finally Turn iPads Into Real Laptop Replacements
Topic
- Buying an Apple Watch. What would you do to choose the the right Apple Watch for your needs? We review the current models and discuss.
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About our Guest
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and provides amazing video podcasts with influential folks in the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner
Guest Kelly Guimont is back on the show joining Dave to talk about what iPad should you buy and picking the one that’s best for you. We discuss the Apple Support options including the app and YouTube Channel.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.comDirect Link to Audio
News
Apple outsells Samsung as iPhone tops US mobile activations chart for Q1 2019
BlackBerry Messenger Shutting Down at the End of May
Five big questions about Apple and Qualcomm’s surprise settlement
T-Mobile Works With Apple on Robo-Calling Using STIR/SHAKEN
Dave has an Article published in iPhone Life Magazine on the 6 best Podcasts app. Your local library has it! RBDigital app allows you to read the latest issue. Download the iOS App HERE the issue will be on the newsstand soon.
Topics
- Buying a iPad. What would you do to choose the the right iPad for your needs? We review the current models and discuss.
- How do you get Apple Support App - Do you know about the Support app and have you used this before? Also did you know Apple Support has a great YouTube Channel with all kinds of tips?
Tips
iOS 12.2: What Does AQI in Apple Maps Mean?
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About our Guest
You can find Kelly Guimont at the following places @verso on Twitter
She writes for The Mac Observer and is the host of The Daily Observations Podcast.
She volunteers for App Camp 4 Girls
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
Guest Guy Serle returns to the show joining Dave to talk about Podcasts app updates, We talk about buying a iPhone and picking the one that’s best for you. We discuss the Apple services here now and coming up. Plus Tips on using your iPhone and more!
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.comDirect Link to Audio
News
With Music for macOS coming soon, legacy iTunes features will disappear or spread to iOS
Apple Podcasts now supports web playback, episode pages, more
You can now listen to Apple Podcasts directly on the web
YouTube TV Increases Price to $49.99/Month, $54.99/Month When Billed Through Apple
Netflix ends AirPlay support on iOS in an ongoing souring of its Apple relationship
83% of Surveyed Teens Own an iPhone
Dave has a Article published in iPhone Life Magazine on the 6 best Podcast sapp. This will be shared soon
Topics
- Buying a iPhone. What would you do to choose the phone that meets your needs we discuss.
- Apple Services - Now that the dust has settled Dave and Guy have a discussion on the 3 services.
Tips
News+ Paywall workaround for WSJ and other subscriptions on iOS. You need a News+ subscription.
Connecting your airpods and changing the settings in bluetooth.
Tapping a folder with Notifcations using 3D touch to bring up notifications.
Use pages on a iPad as a Teleprompter
Apps
Glympse
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About our Guest
Guy Serle is a Podcaster and Host of the MyMac.com Podcast. He also hosts the Mac To the Future Go podcast on Facebook. His website is Vertshark.com and you can find him on Twitter at @macparrot email: guy@mymac.com
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
Guest Mike Potter from For Mac Eyes Only podcast and organizer of Macstock conference and expo returns to the show joining Dave to talk about tApple News+ and other announcements that occurred recently. There are some Apple Watch and iPhone tips along with a chat about Macstock conference with a special discount code for In Touch with iOS listeners.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.comDirect Link to Audio
News
Texture will be shuttered May 28th moves to News+
Apple AirPower Officially Cancelled
Apple Updates iWork Suite for iOS and macOS
Apple Releases First Public Beta of iOS 12.3
Apple Releases WatchOS 5.2
Apple Stores Now Carrying Anker's USB-C PowerCore Fusion Battery and Charger
Topics
Airpods 2 were released then Apple release the PowerBeats Pro we discuss.
https://www.macrumors.com/guide/powerbeats-pro-vs-airpods-2/
News+ we discuss the new service and review it.
https://www.macrumors.com/2019/04/02/apple-news-plus-subscriber-numbers/
New iPads Discussion
iPad Air teardown Macrumors
Apple Credit Card discussion
https://www.macrumors.com/guide/apple-card/
Tips
Apple Watch accessing your keypad audio
How do you leave a group text in imessage
Setting up a eSIM with your carrier. Dave switched to the eSIM on T-Mobile.
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About our Guest
Mike Potter is a IT professional and Host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. He also founded and is the organizer of Macstock Conference and Expo you can find him on Twitter at @macstockexpo
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
Guest Kelly Guimont from TMO Daily Observations podcast returns to the show joining Dave to talk about all the new Apple iPads and more! Oh there is a Apple event coming up.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.comDirect Link to Audio
Well there were so many new hardware releases this week Kelly and Dave just talk about all the iPads, and AirPods, and wait maybe a iPod Touch?
The new iPads are here! Apple released iPad Air 2019 and iPad Mini 5th gen. We talk about the great new iPads that all work with the Pencil. 9to5 Mac did a great article on which one you should buy here.
Apple Event and both TV service and News App subscriptions are coming we talk about what we think will be announced.
We talk about the Apple Stores and our experiences with support. We also talk about the Today at Apple sessions they are now offering. The Apple Store App was updated with the new sessions. iDownload Blog article on this.
Macstock 2019 is July 27,28 you should really consider attending! We talk about this visit the website http://macstock2019.com
About our Guest
You can find Kelly Guimont at the following places @verso on Twitter
She writes for The Mac Observer and is the new host of The Daily Observations Podcast.
She volunteers for App Camp 4 Girls
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
Guest Chuck Joiner the host of MacVoices podcast returns to the show joining Dave to talk about their top 10 iOS apps they use and more! Oh there is an Apple event coming up.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.comDirect Link to Audio
In this episode, we discuss the news of the week and our top 10 iOS apps!
- Apple Sends Out Media Invites for an 'It's Show Time' Event on March 25
- Apple Offering 10% Bonus When Adding Funds to Your Account for App Store and iTunes Purchases - MacRumors This goes through March 14, 2019 a nice little bonus.
- Replacing the batteries in AirPods? Apple can do that for you. _ Apple Insider You can at a cost.
- Apple Releases Fifth Developer Beta of iOS 12.2
- Here’s How Often You Should Shut Down Your iPhone (and Why) - iDrop News Do you shut down iPhone?
Here are top 10 apps that Dave and Chuck picked that they use on the iPhone and iPad. Chuck and i Review what apps we use all the time and why. Apps are listed below
Dave's App List
In no order
PDF Expert
Just Press Record
Citimapper
Twitter ios
Downcast
1Password iOS
Carrot Weather iOS
SiriusXM iOS
YouTube iOS
YouTubeTV iOS
Chuck's App List
(In no order)
Overcast ios
Waze iOS
Gmail iOS
Camera+2
BusyCal iOS
Messages iOS
Apple Music iOS
White Noise iOS
Notes iOS
Audible
MacStock Conference July 27,28 Dave and Chuck will be in attendance again this year and we talk about this great conference!
Macstock2019.com
About Our Guest Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and provides amazing video podcasts with influential folks in the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner
In this episode of In Touch With iOS
Guest Frederick Van Johnson from This Week in Photo Podcast returns to the show joining Dave to talk about taking pictures on spring break with the iPhone and more. Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio
In this episode, you we discuss:
- Samsung Offers to Supply Foldable Displays to Apple and Google could Apple even consider creating a foldable screen?
- Apple Offers Rare Tease of Unannounced Product Feature at Shareholder Meeting USB-C is here to stay with the iPad will it come to the iPhone? Will Apple add more flexibility with using USB-C Hubs for other connections. Right now its limited.
- Spring break is coming up and we discuss how you can use your iPhone as your primary camera for all photography during vacation. Here are some of the tips we cover
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- Focus & Exposure
- Avoiding Shake
- Preserve Settings
- Long Exposures
- Level Indicator
- Depth Control
- Apple Video on Depth Control
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXqWckzS1aA
- Taking photos with your iPad. You know those people who like to take pictures with the iPad.
- Taking pictures of of old photos. Dave found a new app Photomyne that gives you great options scanning and cropping old photos. We discuss this and the other options available to make your photos digital.
Apps
Dave’s Picks
Spectre Camera
Halide Camera
Freshly
Frederick’s Picks
Focos
Satechi Aluminum Multi-Port Adapter
MacStock Conference
macstock2019.com
About Our Guest Frederick Van Johnson @frederickvan is the host of TWIP (This week in Photo). He is a professional podcaster and photographer.
He has courses at the TWIP School on different topics by photographers.
TWiP PRO Course on iOS Photography… POCKETSHOOTERS
Guest Allison Sheridan from the Podfeet Podcasts returns to the show joining Dave to talk about Siri and accessibility on the iPhone.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News:
iOS 12 Now Installed on 83% of All Devices From the Last Four Years - MacRumors
Apple Will Soon Let Developers Entice Past Subscribers With Discounted iOS, macOS, and tvOS Subscriptions - Macrumors
Topics:
Siri Basics
We all know what Siri can do, let's talk about Siri and some of the basics. We first ask “what do we use Siri for?” What hardware does Siri work on? It’s really amazing how helpful Siri can be on all these devices.
Here are a few Siri basics we talked about
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Changing Siri’s voice and language
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Go into Siri Search and Shortcuts to make other changes
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You can now ask your device to find the other one. HomePod you can ask Hey Siri where is my iPhone and it sends a ping sound without the need for signing into Find my “iDevice” app.
Accessibility Features
There are so many different accessibility features available for iPhone and iPad we could do a full episode on this alone. We reviewed some of the notable features for accessibility including Vision, hearing, and even literacy.
Accessibility for Everyone. The place to go is Settings> General> Accessibility
Magnifier
Change Text Size
Speech with VoiceOver
Quick On and Quick Off for Accessibility I use the magnifier to turn this on.
Check out this great book on accessibility by Shelly Brisbin
http://www.iosaccessbook.com
Macstock Conference https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com/
About our guest: Allison Sheridan hosts the NosillaCast podcast each week “A technology geek podcaster with an EVER so slight Macintosh bias!” at https://podfeet.com. You can also find her on twitter @podfeet and in her NosillaCastaways on Slack at https://podfeet.com/slack and the great NosillaCastaways Facebook Group
This week’s guest is Guest Donna Cleveland, Editor in Chief, iPhone Life joins Dave to talk about Apple and iOS. We talk about the event Apple is planning and a subscription service for the News App, Apple Watch experiences, iOS 12 tips, and more.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News:
Study Finds iPhone XS Max Users Experience More Than Twice as Fast LTE Speeds as iPhone 5s Users on Average - Macrumors
Apple to Announce TV Service at March 25 Event, But Launch is Months Off - Macrumors
- Exclusive deals with other networks? Disney, HBO, Hulu
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- Apple takes 30 percent cut
- Apple originals - Thriller series, partnership with Oprah
- Cost?
- Other streaming services: Acorn TV (british shows $4.99/month)
Apple News subscription service - $10/month
Topics:
As we do with all new guests let's find out what iOS devices Donna has and what she uses all the time.
Apple Watch experiences. Donna wrote a great article in the current issue of iPhone Life so Dave and Donna will discuss their experiences with the Apple Watch starting from Series 0 (First Gen) through Series 4.We also discuss some favorite apps we use on the Apple Watch.
- Design
- Speed
- Automatic workout detection, yoga, hiking, activity competitions, pacing tools
- Health: EKG readings, fall detection
- Walkie Talkie
- Raise to Wake
- Waterproof & GPS support
- Topo Maps, Viewranger, REI Co-op
There were some rumors that Apple is planning an event on 3/25 as we discussed in the news. They are planning to expand the News app and add subscriptions based on Apple’s purchase of Texture digital magazine subscription service. We discuss the News app and its current use and what we think will be announced with this subscription service and could they add newspapers?
We discuss iOS 13 wants from iPhone Life readers
Mark imessages unread
Multiple user support for ipad
Dark Mode
We discuss iOS 12 tips including grouped notifications, and hidden features and improvements.
- Grouped notifications- podcast and news
- Password management-password generation for apps, duplicate finder, screen time
- Hidden: Do Not Disturb while sleeping, Live LIsten,
- memoji
App Picks
Donna’s Picks
Radiooo
Insight Timer
Yousician
1 Second Every Day
Measure App
Dave’s Picks
Duck Duck Go Browser App
Brave App Browser iOS
iPhone Life has a great insider site that Dave subscribes to we talk about the site and Donna provides us information about this great site.
About our Guest: Donna Cleveland is Editor and Chief of iPhone Life Magazine. They offer a great insider subscription that offers daily videos on all things iOS. You can reach her by email at donna@iphonelife.com
This week’s new guest Warren Sklar, IT consultant joins Dave to talk about Apple and iOS. We talk about the Apple Smart Battery case, 2 Factor authentication, and more.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News:
Apple Sued Over Not Letting Customers Disable Two-Factor Authentication After Two Weeks - MacRumors
iOS 12.1.4 Update Available for iPhone & iPad, Download Now to Get Group FaceTime Back - 9to5Mac
Apple is taking its in-store iPhone push too far by promoting upgrades instead of repairs - 9to5Mac
AT&T Sued by Sprint for Misleading '5GE' Branding - Macrumors
Many popular iPhone apps secretly record your screen without asking - TechCrunch
Topics:
As we do with all new guests let's find out what iOS devices has. I know Warren is like me he may buy a few items when they come out.
Apple Smart Battery Case Apple released their latest Battery cases for the Xr, Xs, and Xs Max. Dave just bought this case for his Xs Max and Warren has one as well We review this case, is it a good case, and worth buying. Other cases including Mophie are other options.
2 Factor Authentication is so important these days and you really should have your accounts protected this way. Your Apple ID has this option but there are other options to protect accounts including Google, Microsoft and 1Password. We talk about these services and how to protect yourself from your iOS device from being hacked. Intego Link on security mentioned.
Our friends at imore wrote an article about 7 things you didn't know what you could do with your Apple Pencil on the iPad. We review some of these tips and see if we have used these tips before.
App Picks
Warren’s Picks
DealNews
Just Talk
Dave’s Pick
Apple Clips
About our Guest: Warren Sklar, is a IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple you find him in that group all the time and you can request to join..
049 What about the Apple Watch Apps - with Guest Adam Engst, Publisher of TidBITS and the TidBITS Content Network.
This week’s new guest Adam Engst publisher of TidBITS joins Dave to talk about Apple and iOS. We talk about the must have Apple Watch apps, and some great app picks.
Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News:
Apple Releases iOS 12.1.3, macOS 10.14.3, watchOS 5.1.3, and tvOS 12.1.2 with Bug Fixes - TidBITS
DuckDuckGo Search Engine Integrates Apple Maps - TidBITS
Apple Pay will soon work at Target, Taco Bell and more locations, covering 74% of top US merchants - 9to5Mac
Microsoft Adds NewsGuard to Edge Browser for iOS to Warn Users of Untrustworthy Sites - Macrumors
Apple releasing first iOS 12.2 and watchOS 5.2 Beta - 9to5 Mac
Topics:
As we do with all new guests let's find out what iOS devices Adam has I bet there are a few in use.
HomePod issue - Personal requests not working for Adam.
Is Your iPhone Calling Other Countries? Adam wrote this article in Tidbits and we discuss this unusual thing happening with your iPhone
10 must-have apps for your new Apple Watch Macworld had this article reviewing the 10 must apps for your Apple Watch. We discuss each one and if we had any experience using them.
App Picks
Adam’s Picks
Libby (public library ebooks via the Overdrive system; I use it with the NY Public Library)
Wireless Tag (requires the associated sensors; I wrote about it in TidBITS a while back)
Hoopla
Eero app
Wireless Tag App
Tidbits Article on Wireless Tag App
Dave’s Pick
Quartz Brief
About our Guest: Adam Engst is publisher of TidBITS and the TidBITS Content Network. You can find him on Twitter @adamengst and @tidbits and the Discourse TidBits Forum
This week guest Adam Christianson from Maccast podcast joins Dave. We talk about the news including Apple brings back the iPhone SE (Well it sold out) We review iPhone tips you may not know about and more. Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News:
We might get an iPhone SE 2, after all because the original is back (sorta)
Apple's New Smart Battery Case: Everything You Need to Know
Microsoft tells users to switch to iOS or Android as Windows Phone set for obsolescence
Vizio Says 2016 4K SmartCast TVs Will Support AirPlay 2 and HomeKit
Google Fi for the iPhone solid for travelers, but still has same carrier customer service nonsense
Topics:
Samsung and Vizio announced that they are adding support of iTunes and Airplay 2 is Apple ramping up services? We will discuss.
What is dead may never die: Two products Apple may be looking to revive Recent MacWorld article rumors a possible reviving of the iPod Touch and iPad Mini. Is this another way of getting more people using Apple’s services?
7 Useful iPhone Tips You Might Not Know
MacRumors posted these great useful tips you might not know. We reviewed each one.
Adam talks about Calendar apps and the start and end times of an appointments you can toggle them into into 5 min time increments.
Locast is a non profit website that rebroadcasts local tv. It's a was a best kept secret as I just found out about it now. They ask for donations to pay for their services. There is a iOS app and its available on Roku and Google Play. We will discuss this and where it could be with cord cutting.
Active Service Military US TV Now is another service related.
Apps
Plant Snap
ExpressVPN - 3 Months free with purchase of a 1 year plan. This is a MacCast podcast special link
TunnelBear
About our Guest
Adam Christianson is host of of Maccast Podcast You can find him on Twitter @maccast
This week first time guest Josh Centers, TidBITS Managing Editor and author is here and we talk about his 2 recent books from Take Control on Notes and iOS 12. We review some great features of Notes and great tips iOS 12. Plus the news of the day. Show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News:
Apple Pulls iPhone 7 and iPhone 8 Models From Sale in Germany Amid Legal Battle With Qualcomm
Topics:
As we do with all new guests let's find out what iOS devices Josh has. Since he has written books on many of these devices I am sure he has a few.
Our first topic discusses Josh’s book Take Control of Notes and we highlight some key features you find in iOS. The first question is why notes? We discuss this. The points below were also discussed
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Make and Manage Notes
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Formatting Notes
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Using Graphics in Notes
We also discuss another of Josh’s books Take Control of iOS12 and discuss some great tips below.
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Shortcuts app and Siri Shortcuts
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Hone The Home Screen
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Using Share Sheets
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Special iPad Features
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Search with Spotlight
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Switching apps and closing apps
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Handoff and airdrop
Note: we will keep episode 1 hour I will add more discussion on this time permitting.
Links
Take Control of Notes
Take Control of iOS12
Siri Shortcuts Video Josh Centers YouTube Channel
About our Guest
Josh Centers is Managing Editor of TidBITS and is the author of many other books for Take Control Including Apple TV, Home Automation, and Preview. You can find him on Twitter @jcenters
Happy new year 2019! This week Kelly Guimont host of Mac Observer The Daily Observations podcast returns to the show! This week Is Apple doomed with the weak iPhone sales? What do we look forward to with iOS in 2019? Dave is dabbling in HomeKit and will talk about different plugs and how they are working. Plus much more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News:
iOS 12 Now Installed on 78% of All Devices From the Last Four Years - Macrumors
Tim Cook says $29 iPhone battery program partly to blame for weak Q1 iPhone sales 9to5Mac
AirPower officially misses 2018 deadline, Apple silent on its status 9to5Mac
Apple Watch Saved Woman Trapped in Car The Mac Observer
Did you know your Apple Watch shows you fireworks when the clock strikes midnight on new years?
Topics
What to look forward to with iOS and devices in 2019 MacRumors did a article on what to expect Dave and Kelly discuss all the things that could happen in 2019 for Apple.
HomeKit Plugs. Daves discussion of the multiple brand plugs he received for Christmas and how they were set up around his house. I have tried all these plugs below and give the lowdown on each one.
Eve Energy
Koogeek
Wemo
iDevice
You can find Kelly Guimont at the following places @verso on Twitter
She writes for The Mac Observer and is the new host of The Daily Observations Podcast.
She volunteers for App Camp 4 Girls
Second HomePod in Stereo - with Guest Chuck Joiner
This week Chuck Joiner host of MacVoices returns for more great discussion, This week which cellular carriers which one is good for your iPhone. The Amazon Echo now works with Apple Music. Dave now has a 2nd HomePod for Full paired and Chuck is tempted to buy another. show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News:
Apple Releases iOS 12.2.2 only for iPhone
https://www.appleworld.today/blog/2018/12/17/apple-posts-ios-1212-bug-fix-for-esim-activation-issues
T-Mobile now supports eSIM
https://www.macrumors.com/2018/12/17/tmobile-esim-iphone-xr-xs-xs-max/
https://www.theverge.com/2018/12/17/18144938/t-mobile-esim-support-iphone-xr-xs-max
T-Mobile / Sprint Merger preliminary Approval
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/12/18/business/sprint-tmobile-approval-huawei.html
Amazon Echo now supports Apple Music
https://9to5mac.com/2018/12/14/apple-music-amazon-echo-alexa/
Topics
Amazon Echo enables Apple Music as default music content. Friend of the Show Allison Sheridan wrote a great blog post on how to set it up. Dave and Chuck discuss this new addition to music choices and music in general.
https://www.podfeet.com/blog/2018/12/how-to-enable-apple-music-on-amazon-echo/
Cellular carriers which ones are good who do we use or like? How well do they work with iPhone. We discuss carriers and our thoughts on which one works or not.
The major carriers
T-Mobile
AT&T
Verizon
Sprint
US Cellular
What are MVNO Carriers?
https://bestmvno.com/mvnos/
Dave bought a 2nd HomePod and its amazing sound who needs a stereo? Only thing that stinks is your mac cannot access the paired speakers. Its very disappointing that you cannot play your Mac on paired speakers only one or the other.
How to pair HomePod Apple support Article:
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208807
Apps and Gear Picks
Dave
Wemo Smart Plugs work with HomeKit now with upgrade.
http://a.co/d/bxuRcP5
Chuck
Smart Bulbs and Hue Bulbs
iPhone and iPad Photography with Guest Frederick Van Johnson
This week's guest is Frederick Van Johnson podcaster, host of This week in Photo (TWIP) and pro photographer. The topic this week is iOS, iPhone photography and we have some great items to discuss including how to utilize the iPhone or iPad to take great pictures. Apps including Affinity photo, Snapseed, and more. Add discussions on the latest news, some great apps and gear picks this is an episode not to miss.
Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News:
Public beta of iOS 12.2.2 and others released
An Apple Watch told a 46-year-old man he had an irregular heartbeat. It was right.
Topics
As for every first time guest of the shop. Dave asks what iOS gear is in Frederick Van Johnson’s bag
Affinity Photo vs Photoshop. Photoshop will be coming to the iPad next year but Affinity Photo has been on the iPad for a while is it a worthy replacement?
There are many photography apps have you used them and if so are your thoughts?
Here is the list we reviewed.
Apple Clips
Apple Photos
Snapseed
Camera + iOS
Pixaloop
Plotaverse
MotionPortrait
LivePortrait
LumaFusion
Enlight
Online Photo storage what are your favorite ones?
Flickr
Google Photos
iCloud Photo Library
SmugMug
Gear Picks
Glif iPhone Tripod mount
Joby Gorillapods
Apple Silicon Case for iPhone
iPad Keyboard (iPad Pro 2018)
About our guest:
Frederick Van Johnson @frederickvan is the host of TWIP (This week in Photo). He is a professional podcaster and photographer.
He has courses at the TWIP School on different topics by photographers.
Check out his course on iOS Photography:
TWiP PRO Course on iOS Photography… POCKETSHOOTERS
Musically Speaking in iOS with Guest Mike LaPlante
This week's guest is Mike LaPlante who is a podcaster and Musician. With all first time guests of the show Dave asks what Apple devices does Mike Have? We talk about the latest news including the release of iOS 12.1.1 and Watch 5.1.2. Music plays a big part in many lives we chat about the different services available but of course we are partial to Apple Music. Plus much more including some great apps and gear picks.
Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News:
Apple releases iOS 12.1.1, tvOS 12.1.1, macOS 10.14.2, and HomePod 12.1.1 update - 9to5 Mac
Apple Release Notes
watchOS 5.1.2 Brings ECG Function to Series 4- The Mac Observer
Apple Starts Selling USB-C Fast-Charging AC adapter. - 9to5 Mac
Apple Might Be Doing Something With Their Beddit Acquisiton - CNET
Topics and Tips
Dave asks his first time guests how do you use your iOS devices and do you have? We review what Mike has and how he uses them.
Music and iOS. We discuss music services on iOS including Apple Music with Shazam , Spotify, Pandora, and others and what makes them our favorites and maybe there are other services we like.Of course we have to talk about what music we like and using the HomePod to play some music. Music Apps Mike uses is Omni Tuner
With the new iOS 12.1.1 update Apple added eSIM support to the iPhone XR, XS, XS Max. What carriers in the US support i? We talked about Google Fi supporting iPhone there is hope for them supporting eSIM. Click here for the support article from Apple on this.
Siri Shortcuts - Not Ready For Prime Time? You wonder with the outage that happened with 12.1.1 release. We discuss our uses of shortcuts and talked about the outage that occurred here: CLICK
We review siri shortcuts and how we use them as a user like you.
Tip:
Tips alternative Face ID: Settings-->Face ID & Passcode-->Set Alternative Appearance
Apps and Gear
Mike - Audio Record Pro
Dave - Luna Display
About Mike:
Mike LaPlante’s new YouTube channel coming in January: The Average Wine Enthusiast. His Twitter handle is @lippo.
042 Fi fy fo fum Google Fi on The iPhone with Guest Guy Serle
This week's guest is Guy Serle from the mymac.com podcast. We talk about the latest news including the iPhone XR is popular and Google brings the Fi service to the iPhone. Dave talks with Guy about his iOS devices and how he uses them. Plus we review the screen recording app and more tips.
Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News:
Apple's New iPhone XR Has Been the Most Popular and Best Selling iPhone Since October Launch
https://www.macrumors.com/2018/11/28/iphone-xr-best-selling-iphone/
Apple Trade In bonus credit for iPhone
https://www.macrumors.com/2018/11/27/apple-iphone-trade-in-bonus-credit/
Google's 'Project Fi' Cellular Service Now Supports iPhone
https://www.macrumors.com/2018/11/28/google-fi-cellular-service-iphone-support/
watchOS 5.1.2 Will Enable ECG App on Apple Watch Series 4
https://www.macrumors.com/2018/11/28/watchos-5-1-2-ecg-apple-watch-series-4/
Opinion piece Apple TV stick?’
https://www.macworld.com/article/3323389/apple-tv/how-an-apple-tv-stick-could-make-apples-video-streaming-service-an-instant-hit.html
Topics:
Guy’s iOS devices. What do you have, how do you use them? It will be interesting to hear how how he uses his devices
Apple TV remote Tips. Did you know you can activate the cool fly by Apple TV screensaver from the remote? We talk about some great tips using the Apple TV Remote.
Thanks to Stephen for his feedback on the show. He asks:
By the way, one feature no one ever talks about is Screen Recording. I use it a lot with my volunteer iOS classes in the Library. Now that you can narrate while recording it makes demonstrations go much smoother for me. You can write a script and not forget anything as you talk along side your screen recording. Also no buffering issues like you get over the public library WiFi. Video plays back from your device. Great incorporating the videos in a Keynote.
Screen Recording we review how you do a screen recording and its use.
How do you turn off memories and alerts on iPhone and iPad. We give some tips on this.
Connecting bluetooth headphones and speakers. Did you know Aipods and Beats headphones are stored in iCloud and sync across all devices? We talk about syncing with Bluetooth.
Apps and Gear
Dave:
Osmo Mobile 2 handheld smartphone gimbal
https://www.dji.com/osmo-mobile-2
041 iPad iOS Tips and Flickr is Back with Guest Mike Potter
This week's guest Mike Potter from the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast joins Dave this week to talk about the news of the week including Flickr is changing its terms. Then we review some great iPad and iOS tips. Plus a discussion on Macstock 2019 and a one time amazing discount available on Cyber Monday
Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News:
Flickr announced changes. The free plan only allows 1000 photos from the 1TB plan they were offering. If you purchase the pro plan for $49 per year you get unlimited storage. Right now until November 30th you get 30% off 1 year pro account.
IPad Bend gate 2. Ok people why would you bend your iPad? The Verge
Apple posts video on 5 reasons why iPad could be your full time computer. MacRumors. Didn’t Dave do a talk about this very thing a Macstock 2015?
Black Friday 2018 - MacRumors Lots of great deals. Including iPad 9.7 for $249.
Topic: iPad and iOS Tips
iPad Tips
- TrackPad for iOS - Our Friend Allison Sheridan posted this tip and I wanted to talk about it. Click here
- Tap space bar on folio keyboard 3x opens iPad Pro with Face ID
- Cmd shift 3 screenshot choice to edit like power volume up
- Cmd shift 4 screenshot right to edit screen
Hey Siri tips face down and Bluetooth for all devices when you are around all (HomePod, iPad, iPhone, Apple Watch) Apple Support Article
Waking iPad Pro 11 by tapping the screen with Pencil 2. Brings you right to the Notes app.
Charging your iPhone, Apple Watch, and Air Pods with USB to USB-C adapter or USB-c to Lightning cable plugged into iPad Pro 11.
Macstock 2019 is July 27-28, 2019 and it will be here soon! There is a one time discount available on Cyber Monday November 26th.
Macstock 2019 2-Day Weekend Pass on special pre-order for $100 off the regular price!
This discount will not be repeated. Not even the Early Bird Sale coming your way in late January will match it!
To get this special discount, you'll need to visit: https://www.macstockconferenceandexpo.com/cybermonday2018 on Monday, November 26th, 2018, and purchase your ticket before 11:59PM Central Time. We are the first podcast to announce this so take advantage of this amazing discount!
We wrapped up the show discussing the redesigned Apple Refurbished store You can find some amazing deals on iPhones, iPads, and other products on this site. You get a full 1 year warranty and you can even buy AppleCare on these products!
040 The New iPad Pro is here! With Guest Kelly Guimont
Special guest Kelly Guimont joins Dave this week to talk about her experience upgrading from Series 0 to Series 4 Apple Watch. Dave bought the iPad Pro on launch day and will give his thoughts with just one day of use plus it was a birthday present.
Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News:
iOS Beta 12.1.1 was released.
iOS 12.1.1 Beta
Topics
Kelly recently upgraded from the series 0 to the series 4 Apple Watch and discusses all the improvements and features. They also talk about all the great apps usage.
Dave has the new iPad Pro 11” and he discusses with Kelly all the great features and is it worth the upgrade for you.
Apps & Gear: Dave’s Gear Pick
iHone IBTW39 Dual Alarm Clock with Qi Charging for iPhone
iHome iBTW39 Bluetooth Dual Alarm Clock Qi Charges iPhone. Kelly’a Gear Pick
Twelve South PowerPic for iPhone https://www.twelvesouth.com/product/powerpic Notes
About Kelly Guimont
Writes for The Mac Observer and is the new host of The Daily Observations Podcast.
She volunteers for App Camp 4 Girls
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The iOS App Store recently stopped listing in-app purchases so Melissa explores the trickier side of being an informed consumer and what it could mean for developers as well. Dave tells us all about the treats of being a Jamf customer including MATTER Innovation Hub and how it can benefit our youth. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News:
PSA: The iOS App Store is No Longer Listing All In-App Purchases — TekRevue
iPhone XR Review Roundup — Daring Fireball
We are excited to virtually attend yet another one of Apple’s Special Events. You can watch as they stream it live from Brooklyn, New York on October 30th. We expect new iPad announcements.
About in-app purchases — Apple
See your purchase history in the App Store or iTunes Store — Apple
View, change, or cancel your subscriptions — Apple
Last week, Dave attended the Jamf Nation User Conference where they introduced an amazing, portable classroom called the MATTER Innovation Hub and he got to tour it. Jamf had this converted shipping container sent to Hope School in Haiti where they have no electricity. The classroom is solar-powered and the teachers are able to educate underprivileged students about coding and technology using iPads.
Ohio State University is now issuing iPads to all incoming Freshmen using jamf to set them up.
Red Lion Hotel chain is piloting the use of Apple TVs in every room with all TV functions and hotel information provided.
Apps & Gear:
iShows TV powered by Trakt.tv
Jamf One
Meta:
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038 Jamf is now and Pixel 3 for iPhone user
This week IT pro and Apple expert Brian Gray is joining Dave Ginsburg from the Jamf Nation user conference (JNUC) to discuss what Jamf is. Brian has a Google Pixel 3 and we debate would he switch as he's an iPhone guy? The iPhone Xr review and it is shipping on 10/26. Plus much more!
Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News
There was an iCloud service outage were you affected? The Verge
Facebook Messenger update for iOS has been simplified 9to5mac
iPad Mini 5 rumor - 9to5mac
Apple Event on 10/30 - iMore
Topics
We are recording from Minneapolis, MN at The Jamf Nation User Conference (JNUC) which is a user conference mostly for IT professionals in the enterprise, education, and healthcare industries and we are attending as IT pros. But we do talk about their product Jamf Now that can be used by consumers and small business that manages your iOS devices so you have control what happens to them.
Brian has been an Apple guy for a very long time and has owned most of the iPhone models. Upon urging from his son (Also an Apple guy) he decided to buy the Google Pixel 3. Dave discusses with him to find out what his thoughts are about the phone and would he really switch from an iPhone. The answers are going to be surprising. Would you switch? We also talk about WhatsApp a messaging app that helps merge the ease of using messaging between Android and imessage. The link is below in the Apps section.
iPhone Xr review - we discuss the review from the Verge the $250 difference between the new iPhone XR and Apple’s top-of-the-line iPhone XS. It’s the price difference between the XR’s 6.1-inch “Liquid Retina” LCD screen and the 5.8-inch OLED screen on the XS. Apart from the display, the XR and XS are far more similar than not: they share the same A12 Bionic processors, main cameras with Smart HDR, iOS 12, gesture controls, wireless charging capabilities, and even the forthcoming dual-SIM support.
Apps
Agenda a new take on Notes LINK
WhatsApp Messaging App LINK
Meta: 038 Jamf is now and Pixel 3 for iPhone user was recorded October 23, 2018. “Please Listen Carefully” by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. In Touch with iOS or “ITWIOS” is an independently produced podcast, publication and social identity and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. All other Apple Inc. trademarks discussed are the property of Apple Inc. A full list of Apple trademarks is available here. Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google Inc. We may use affiliate links for products in show notes. When appropriate, software, products, or services provided for review purposes will be disclosed. Unless otherwise noted, these products or services are not a sponsor. Your patronage helps to support our content production at no additional cost to you and does not alter our honest opinion of said product or service.
037 Special Guest Allison Sheridan from Nosillacast Podcast - iOS 12 Tips and Apple Watch Fitness
Special guest Allison Sheridan from the NosillaCast Podcast is joining Dave Ginsburg to discuss How the Apple Watch Series 4 has helped her even more with fitness.
Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News
Apple Releasing iOS 12.0.1 With Fixes for Wi-Fi 2.4GHz Bug, Lightning Charging Issue- Macrumors
Some Apple Watch Series 4 Models Caught in Reboot Loop Due to Daylight Saving Time Bug MacRumors
Topics
Apple Watch - Allison and I both have the new Series 4 and we discussed what we like and dislike. Also, the new fitness features do you use them and are they beneficial. Features discussed include
- BATTERY!!! 40% left at the end of the day after 2 workouts. I was getting a low battery warning around 6/7 pm
- Workout updates
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- Start and stop workouts
- Walkie Talkie
- Activity Competitions
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- In my first one!
- Advanced Running Features
- Speed
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- Things launch quickly but my favorite is hitting done on a workout when I want to start the new one
- Heart rate doesn't lose track for Steve, and Lindsay gets full exercise credit on walks now
- Fall detection - why I turned it on - I fall a LOT
- Series 4 Apple Watch: How Much Different Is It in Size to Series 3? - Podfeet.com
iOS Tips
- Group Notifications by App - Swipe left and easily get to the settings
- Temporarily disable notifications
- Hidden Weather Lock Screen Widget enabled
- Turn on Flashlight with Siri. You can do that now.
- Enable Favicons in Safari Allison any tips you would like to share?
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- Print to PDF from an email on iOS
- Tiny Tip - Mark Up Emails on iPad or iPhone without a 3rd Party App https://www.podfeet.com/blog/2018/10/tt-mark-up-emaisl/
iPhone
We get Allison’s take on the new iPhone Xs and what she thinks of hers so far. We love the camera!
- iPhone X vs XS Cameras Compared - Can You Justify the Upgrade? - podfeet.com
Siri Shortcuts and Shortcuts
Allison has some opinions on the use of the use of shortcuts and Siri shortcuts we had a discussion about this and some tips on what you would want to do with them.
- Only Shortcut Allison found so far: On The Sweet Setup I found Frameshot X which puts an iPhone X frame around your screenshots
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036 Special Guest Adam Christianson from Maccast - Siri Shortcuts and More
Special guest Adam Christianson from the MacCast Podcast is joining Dave Ginsburg to discuss all things Apple. Well specifically iPhone, iPad, and iOS. We will review what he thinks about the new iPhones, Apple Watch, and discuss Siri Shortcuts.
Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio
News
When to Expect Apple's Rumored October Event Based on Prior Years - Macrumors
iOS 12.1 Beta what's new and whats fixed. 9to5 Mac
iOS 12.1 Bug Fix Macrumors
Can You Disable Presidential Alerts on iPhone? Or Mute Them? OSX Daily
Topics
Siri Shortcuts have you used them and whats your favorites? Check out David Sparks Siri Shortcuts field Guide HERE
iOS 12 new features what is your top new features added to iOS 12?
- Password Integration with 3rd party apps
- Screen time
Apple Watch - Did you get a new Series 4? Dave did this past week and we will discuss initial thoughts and is it worth the upgrade.
Adam’s initial experience with the iPhone Xs and what he likes the most. He does not like the large iPhone Xs Max.
The iPhone Xr will be coming out in a few weeks we will discuss if Apple will hit a home run with this one more because of the lower price.
Meta: 036 Special Guest Adam Christianson from Maccast - Siri Shortcuts and More was recorded October 4, 2018. “Please Listen Carefully” by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. In Touch with iOS or “ITWIOS” is an independently produced podcast, publication and social identity and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. All other Apple Inc. trademarks discussed are the property of Apple Inc. A full list of Apple trademarks is available here. Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google Inc. We may use affiliate links for products in show notes. When appropriate, software, products, or services provided for review purposes will be disclosed. Unless otherwise noted, these products or services are not a sponsor. Your patronage helps to support our content production at no additional cost to you and does not alter our honest opinion of said product or service.
Special Guest Chuck Joiner from Macvoices joins Dave. The new iPhone Xs Dave has the Xs Max and Chuck has the Xs we will both give our reviews so far. Apple Watch Series 4 review Dave has not purchased yet and Chuck does have one. Finally, we review many updates and new features with iOS 12. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News Stories we discussed
SiriusXM to Acquire Pandora for $3.5 Billion - Macrumors
Apple Finalizes Shazam Acquisition, App Will Soon Become Ad-Free - Macrumors
iPhone XS Max Significantly Outselling iPhone XS, 256GB Most Popular, 512GB Subject to Serious Shortage - Macrumors
Apple Watch Series 4 Fall Detection Feature is Off by Default Unless You're 65+ - Macrumors
Topics
Our initial thoughts on the iPhone Xs and iPhone Xs Max. Chuck has the Xs and Dave has the Xs Max
Apple Watch Series 4 - Chuck has one and Dave does not (for now) We discuss its features and if Chuck does like it.
iOS 12 we review many of the new features and updates.
Legacy Device Support
Speed improvements
Grouped stacked notifications
Managing notifications from lock screen
Screen time and digital health monitoring
New animojis and memojis did you create your Memoji?
Wink and tongue support in animojis
New Shortcuts app (Workflow)
Check out David Sparks new MacSparky course on Shortcuts app. https://learn.macsparky.com/p/siri
Music you can search by lyrics now.
FaceID greatly improved add additional ones and also able to swipe up to try it a 2nd time if it doesn’t work
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Do you remember the 21st night of September? Well, you will because that’s when new iPhones will be available! Apple Watch aims to help us when we’ve fallen down and can’t get up. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Recap of Apple Event Announcements from September 12thApple eats a bit of “humble pie” in the opening film to their “Gather Round” event which is a spoof on Mission Impossible. They know they haven’t been able to keep their product announcements so secret anymore, so they made it look as though there was going to be some really extra special super secret product in a briefcase and it turned out to be...well, you can watch it here: September Keynote 2018 — Opening Film and view all of the announcements here.
This keynote was especially polished. The opening graphic as Tim Cook walked out on stage was that of a rose gold circle to represent the architectural design of their new digs. Throughout the event, you see that circle design prominently featured on product close-ups like the back of the new Apple Watch and on the single camera of the iPhone XR. They’re really emphasizing soft and curvy edges.
Apple Watch Series 4 was announced first with even more health features including the built-in ability to take an ECG (electrocardiogram) and Fall Detection. The digital crown now has haptic feedback when turned and the surface of it is a sensor where you place your finger to take an ECG. The speakers have been improved and the microphone was moved to the other side to make using Siri more effective. There are two hardware configurations available in two sizes. The entry-level aluminum 40mm GPS model starts at $399. For an additional $100 you can get the GPS + Cellular model and leave your iPhone at home. Add on $30 more for an additional 4 mm of watch to get the 44mm if you like to live large. Upgrading the bands or case material to stainless steel adds to the price and overall fashion statement you can make with an Apple Watch. It should be noted that you will be able to use all of your existing bands with the new hardware. Here is a link to Apple’s shopping page where you can experiment with combinations to find the right Apple Watch for you or someone special. You can also still get Apple Watch Series 3 which is now down to $279 for the base aluminum GPS model. Adding cellular costs $100 more plus whatever your carrier charges you per month for that ability.
Earth Wind and Fire Watch FacesIn addition to Earth, we’ll now have “Wind” (in the form of “vapor” and “breathe”) and Fire watch faces from which to choose.
Here are four new watch faces coming to existing Apple Watches with watchOS 5 — 9 to 5 Mac
watchOS 5 is coming to an Apple Watch near you on September 17th and it’s available on all models except the “Series 0.” Here is Apple’s complete watchOS Feature Availability listing.
Good Things Come in Threes Including New iPhonesThere are now three new iPhone offerings in addition to all the previous models still available. There’s now more choice than ever before with a price point and form factor for just about anyone. Despite all the hardware offerings available, by making iOS 12 available on 28 models of iPhone and iPad going back the span of FIVE years, we still can’t really call Apple’s device lineup “fragmented” because of how they are managed and updated so elegantly.
Each base price begins at the 64GB size which has become the sweet spot of hard drive sizes for the budget-minded and storage-conservative users. Even the beloved iPhone SE is still available in 32GB for $349 at authorized resellers for comparison on the low-end and even more budget-friendly.
iPhone XS 5.8 inch display $999 and iPhone XS Max 6.5 inch display $1099 — both are available in Silver, Space Gray, and Gold finishes.
iPhone XR 6.1 inch display $749 is the “budget” model of this year’s lineup. It’s a vast improvement on the iPhone 5c from the last time they designed a “fun” phone. (Preordering begins October 19th at 12:01 PDT) It is available in White, (PRODUCT)RED, Coral, Yellow, Blue, and Black finishes.
We Spent Some Time With Apple’s Colorful iPhone XR. Here’s What You Should Know — Time
Melissa’s Budgeting BreakdownWhen iPhone 8 Plus came out, it was $799 which is $50 more than what iPhone XR costs now. If you’re in need of an upgrade and are on the fence between the now $699 iPhone 8 Plus yet really want the iPhone X experience, consider that for $50 more, iPhone XR has a faster chip and Face ID. It’s also a smaller, more pocketable form factor with a slightly larger display so there’s no sacrifice there. While it only has a single camera system, it’s still capable of snapping pictures that feature Portrait mode and Depth Control. You’d be sacrificing telephoto and wide-angle capabilities of iPhone XS, so if you’re a traveler or birdwatcher, you may not want to lose out on those features. There is no 3D Touch, but many would argue it’s an underused and underappreciated feature that may end up being replaced with Haptic touch in the future anyhow. There’s also no need to be concerned about picking out a black or white front with that edge to edge screen.
If you’re trying to decide between iPhone XR and iPhone XS, an extra $250 ($999 iPhone XS compared to $749 iPhone XR) will get you:
- Best camera to date: wide angle and telephoto vs single camera
- Best display to date: 6.5 inch Super Retina HD (OLED) vs 6.1 inch Liquid Retina HD (LED)
- One additional meter of water resistance depth (2m vs 1m)
- Even longer battery life
- 3D Touch vs Haptic touch
It’s like buying a really good phone but then paying an extra $250 for the luxury and convenience of not also needing to carry a bulkier DSLR camera. You’re actually buying a camera that makes phone calls and enables you to have a mobile office. You have to ask yourself what you want and need in a pocket supercomputer capable of performing actual work tasks vs a camera that makes phone calls vs a phone that takes decent pictures.
$569 iPhone 7 Plus 32GB is still available through Apple unlocked. $349.99 iPhone SE is the lowest priced iPhone at the smallest size of 32 GB. Apple is no longer selling it unlocked from their site so you’ll need to purchase from an authorized reseller now like your cell carrier and know that this model is no longer being manufactured.
I love this reference sketch of different iPhone sizes posted on Twitter by Kate Matthews
The Green ReportLisa Jackson’s report on all Apple is doing for the environment and introduces Daisy the Recycling Robot. Apple makes products that last.
Why it’s a big deal that Lisa Jackson spoke at Apple’s iPhone XS event — Cult of Mac
Apple’s new recycling robot Daisy will rip apart iPhones — Cult of Mac
HomePod update: Stereo pairing is now available. AirPlay 2 now makes it possible for you to: search for your favorite songs by lyrics, create multiple timers (a long-awaited feature), and make and receive phone calls right from your HomePod. You can now use HomePod to ping your devices to help locate them using Find My iPhone just like you can from your Apple Watch. Siri shortcuts will provide flexibility to more apps coming to the HomePod in the future.
AppleCare+ now adds loss and theft prevention
Apple Debuts New AppleCare+ Theft and Loss Plan Priced at $299 for iPhone XS and XS Max — MacRumors
Other Device Updates
tvOS update on September 17th will provide a Dolby Atmos update to the 4K model and macOS Mohave will be available September 24th.
Apps & Gear Compare all three iPhone X models — Apple See ALL models – Apple
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It’s getting closer to the release of iOS 12 and we are excited about upcoming announcements. Dave tells us all about the perks of being a T-Mobile customer despite their latest data issues. Melissa wants more out of iOS Photos and describes an app that exemplifies the feature set she wants. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Apple releases iOS 12 developer beta 11, public beta 9 for iPhone and iPad — 9 to 5 Mac
Apple Admits its Free iCloud Storage Isn’t Enough; Offers a Promotion — The Mac Observer
Apple Offering 30-Minute One-on-One Phone Lessons on Editing Images With Photos App — MacRumors
T-Mobile's CEO on Experian's Data Breach — T-Mobile
Dave’s experience using T-Mobile’s new support model “Team of Experts”
watchOS 5 compatibility includes: Apple Watch Series 1, Apple Watch Series 2, Apple Watch Series 3
Dave has subscribed to 1Password for Families and Melissa is still in the 1Password old-school camp.
EXIF = Exchangeable Image File Format
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Apps & Gear:
EXIF Viewer LITE by Fluntro
EXIF Viewer by Fluntro
T-Mobile
PixFood
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032 iOS 12 and Visit to Apple Store with special guest Mike Potter
This episode was recorded at the Apple Michigan Ave Chicago store Dave welcomed very special guest Mike Potter from For Mac Eyes Only podcast and Macstock coodinator. They were sitting outside the store next to the Riverfront talking about iOS 12 and Mike switching to iPhone.Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Topics:
- Dave Ginsburg and Mike Potter discuss what was reviewed during the 3 hours sessions Apple provided the Suburban Chicago Apple Users group. They also reviewed the discussion on iOS12.
- Mike had his first anniversary of switching to iPhone from Android and they disussed what he is happy with and misses.
Links and Items Mentioned:
Apple Michigan Ave Chicago
iOS12 Preview
Apple ID
Switching from Android to iPhone
Fantastical
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iPhones and roller coasters are not a good combination. Tune in to hear about this adventure as well as some important survival tips for when a lost device takes you on a wild ride! Dave reviews his experience from both presenting and attending the recent Macstock Conference and Expo. Melissa adds some device locating wisdom and an app update. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Apple Releases iOS 12 Developer Beta 6 for iPhone, iPad — The Mac Observer
Google Releases Android 9 Pie as Previous Oreo Release is Installed on Just 12% of Devices — MacRumors
Apple Supplier TSMC Recovering From 'Debilitating' Computer Virus — MacRumors
Getting More Out of Find My iPhoneDave’s friend went on a rollercoaster ride — and so did his iPhone — right out of his pocket! Find My iPhone to the rescue! Don’t leave home without it enabled on your iOS devices.
Tips:
• Go to Settings > tap your name at the top > iCloud > Find My iPhone > enable Send Last Location
• Enroll in Family Sharing so you can see all members' devices using your own Apple ID
• Add an alternate phone number of someone you trust and make sure you can access your Apple ID on their device.
• Consider having your Apple ID login credentials stored in their password manager. Be sure to include answers to security questions or other pertinent details.
• Use Lost Mode right away
• Consider using Guided Access to lock your iPhone into the Find My iPhone app in the event you need to hand off your iPhone (depending on your level of trust in the situation)
• If you power off your iOS device, you will not be able to locate it so consider leaving it in locked standby mode.
• Keep the battery charged and be mindful of its status and the elements to which your device is exposed. Time is of the essence when the device is lost.
Get help with Find My iPhone — Apple
Macstock 2018You can still purchase a Macstock 2018 Digital Pass and watch the great content that was presented. It includes:
• Saturday’s keynote session with Bob LeVitus
• All featured Saturday and Sunday morning sessions
• Main Stage Only Deeper Dive talks from Saturday and Sunday
Apps & Gear:Castro Podcasts
version 3.1
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It’s time to update iOS again. The App Store turns ten. HomePod makes its way back into Dave’s heart as well as his humble abode. Melissa shares tips for remote screen-sharing support from one iOS device to another using TeamViewer. Dave reviews a great iPad stand by Belkin. You won’t want to miss out on the apps and gear we recommend in this episode. Tune in for a great discount on a ticket to Macstock 2018 July 21-22! Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News:Happy 10th Anniversary, App Store! — MacRumors
New releases: iOS 11.4.1, tvOS 11.4.1, WatchOS 4.3.2, HomePod 11.4.1.
iOS 12 Beta 3 was also released.
As always, we do not recommend installing the beta on your main device. Use a spare to test it out if you have one. Allow some extra time for updating Apple Watch — perhaps watch an episode of your favorite tv show while it updates.
Hands-On With the Siri Shortcuts Beta App in iOS 12 — MacRumors
Topics:Airplay 2 is the deal-breaker that inspired Dave to repurchase HomePod. Add in multi-room support with stereo mode and he is a happy camper enjoying the experience.
Melissa has tips for using TeamViewer QuickSupport to help support a loved one from afar. Install the apps first and pay close attention to the icon art. Go to Settings > Control Center > Customize Controls > add Screen Recording. To request help, swipe up from the bottom then LONG-press on Screen Recording icon in Control Center then be sure to select TeamViewer (it doesn’t SAY QuickSupport, it says TeamViewer with the QuickSupport icon. Next, tap Start Broadcast and send the link via Messages. A link will be texted and when tapped it will offer to open up the screen sharing session in the TeamViewer app.
Apps & Gear:TeamViewer: Remote Control
TeamViewer QuickSupport
Portable Tablet Stage™ by Belkin
Belkin Stage: Interactive Whiteboard and Document Camera - free with in-app purchases
Stage Pro: Interactive Whiteboard/Document Camera
IPEVO Whiteboard
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Apple announced many new features during their WWDC18 keynote from this past week. We discuss those and more of what you may want to consider when it’s time to apply the upgrades to iOS, watchOS, and tvOS. The upgrades will be released sometime in the coming months, but we want you to be prepared. Tune in for a great discount on a ticket to Macstock 2018! Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News:
Free Trials for All Paid Apps Now Possible Thanks to Updated App Store Guidelines — MacRumors
Apple's watchOS 5 Adds Automatic Workout Detection, Walkie-Talkie, and More — MacRumors
Apple Reveals tvOS 12 With Dolby Atmos Support for Apple TV 4K, Aerial Screensaver Updates, and More — MacRumors
Apple's Podcasts app is coming to watchOS — Engadget
The iOS 11.4 update adds Messages to the list of iCloud services that back up and store your device data so it synchronizes with your other devices whether they be additions or replacements. We recommend backing up and/or archiving your Messages texts using a tool like iMazing first till you’re comfortable with having your text messages stored in the cloud.
WWDC Review for iOS 12
iOS 12 Preview — Apple
Apple unveils iOS 12 for iPhone and iPad — 9to5Mac
- Performance - Apple said that iOS 12 doubles down on performance. CPU performance now ramps up ‘instantly’ when needed, apps launch 40% faster, keyboard appears 50% sooner and slide to take photo is 70% quicker.
- Siri shortcuts & lock-screen suggestions - Apple has long struggled with how to make Siri smarter without storing lots of personal data. Its new approach is to allow us to create our own Siri shortcuts, to access other apps, and to have Siri make proactive suggestions on the lockscreen, for example when it detects that you have started a workout.
- Measure app and AR experiences - Almost as soon as ARKit was available, there were a bunch of third-party augmented reality tape measurement apps. Apple has now created its own, able to quickly and easily provide 3D measurements of objects seen by the camera.
- Improvements to stock apps - Apple announced improvements to Apple Books, Apple News, Stocks and Voice Memos. Stocks and Voice Memos are also coming to iPad for the first time. The biggest overhaul is to the Books app (renamed from iBooks).
- Third-party maps now available in CarPlay - If you prefer Google Maps or Waze to Apple Maps, you can now use those in CarPlay.
- Three ways to tackle smartphone addiction - There’s been much talk of smartphone addiction over the past year or so, and Apple has responded with three ways to reduce the temptation to pick up your phone too frequently.
- A Do Not Disturb at Bedtime feature winds down notifications at night.
- Grouped notifications pull together all notifications from each app (for example, all Messages appear together).
- Screen Time allows adults to monitor their phone usage, and parents to set limits for kids.
- Memoji personalized avatars - In addition to several new Animoji characters, Apple now allows you to create your own. Known as Memoji, the idea is that you can use a range of facial features – from hairstyle to glasses – to create an Animoji that looks something like you.
- iPhone X gestures on iPad - Almost certainly in preparation for a new iPad with reduced bezels and an iPhone X style notch, iOS 12 now allows you to use iPhone X style gestures: swipe-up to return to the home screen, and swipe-down from top-right to open control center.
- Face ID now recognizes two faces - While most iPhone X users say they would never want to switch back from Face ID to Touch ID, one complaint is that you can’t register more that one face. That will be even more important when the iPad adopts the technology, so Face ID can now recognize two faces.
- Auto-fill of two-factor authentication texts - It’s currently a pain when you get a login code texted and have to exit the app, read the text, memorize or copy the code and then return to the app to type or paste it. iOS 12 spots when a text code has arrived and offers it as an autofill option with no need to exit the app.
- Automatic iOS updates - It’s not yet 100% clear how this would work, but a toggle in Settings suggests that you’ll be able to configure your iPhone and iPad to automatically install iOS updates.
- Closing iOS apps now easier on the iPhone X - iPhone X users can now quit apps in the same way as on earlier models. Once you’re in the app card view, you can simply swipe up on each app to close it, without the long-press required by iOS 11 on the iPhone X.
We share tips for optimizing your contacts list so it works more efficiently. Tune in for a great discount on a ticket to Macstock 2018! Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News: Apple Offering $50 Credit to Customers Who Paid for iPhone 6 and Later Battery Replacements From January to December 2017 — MacRumors
Google News vs. Apple News on iOS — MacRumors
Apple Drops Lightning to USB-C Cable from $25 to $19 — Mac Observer
iPhone 7 Plus tops customer satisfaction survey — Cult of Mac
Castro 3 Review: The Castro You’ve Always Wanted — Macstories
Topics:
Dave switched to TMobile from AT&T and shares his experience
How to See Where Apple Tracks You on Your iPhone and iPad — Macobserver
Contacts App Tips:• Begin at: Settings > Contacts
• Enable Siri & Search even if you turn off Siri for voice search because it’s really useful for looking people up on your iPhone to call them just by pulling down on the home screen
• Sort Order & Display Order: pick something and stick to it then change it on all your devices for consistency
• Short Name - helpful if you’re the type of person who uses a lot of nicknames
• My Info - very important to make sure this is set up properly; I see people adding a second contact card for themselves and making a mess of duplicates because of it; setting this up properly with all fields filled out helps to make filling out online forms less of a chore
• Default Account - this means when you create a new card, it will go to this account if you do not specify otherwise
• Another note on importing, iMazing is a handy app to have for importing contacts from an iOS device so you can better organize them on your Mac if you’re helping a family member, friend or colleague to get set up with their first iOS device
PSA:
Lots of seniors are getting Bluetooth Hearing Aids and some are feeling really disturbed by the phone ringing in their ears. Help your loved ones out with this if it’s become an issue. Settings > General > Accessibility > Hearing and make the necessary adjustments.
Apps and Gear:WyzeCam for monitoring your home from your iOS device
Manything for monitoring your home using the camera on a repurposed iOS device
iMazing for managing contacts on an iOS device with a Mac
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Wrangling your address book and all those contact listings can be a big challenge. We share tips on how to get started using the Contacts app on your iOS device so you can be more efficient and organized. Tune in for a great discount on a ticket to Macstock 2018! Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News: Apple Reports Record $61.1 Billion in Revenues and EPS of $273, Beating Wall Street Estimates — The Mac Observer
Apple Watch Business is Equal to a Fortune 300 Company, Up 50% — The Mac Observer
Apple Seeds iOS 11.4 Developer Beta 3 — The Mac Observer
Should T-Mobile and Sprint Be Allowed to Merge? Not if You Believe Their Past Statements.— Slate
Tips: Swiping left to delete a conversation or text from your listing of text messages in the Messages app now shows a confirmation message asking, “Would you like to delete this conversation?” and then shows the word Delete in red. This can be annoying for some despite it being there as a feature to protect people from accidentally deleting messages by swiping too quickly. We hope Apple will make this customizable in the future because now it’s just as easy to accidentally mute or “Hide” alerts from people when you didn’t mean to! This Apple Communities discussion explains it in more detail.
It’s not that common, but if ever you have the need to remove all the photos from your iOS device in a snap, The Mac Observer has a handy tutorial here: iOS: How to Quickly Delete All iOS Photos and Videos
- Settings > General > Reset > Reset Keyboard Dictionary
- This is handy if you’re experiencing an odd problem with the capitalization of wrong words as you type. It could be looking for names in your contacts list that are also words causing them to become automatically capitalized where it should not occur.
Introduction to Contacts app on iOSSettings > Accounts & Passwords
- You can have multiple accounts that populate your Contacts listing. Be aware of which have been enabled because it could contribute to duplicates.
- Create a separate Apple ID for the sole purpose of sharing a contact list with a partner, family member, or spouse. This way, you can use your main iCloud account for your own professional and personal contacts that are kept separate. Select contacts on a separate iCloud account can be shared and synchronized with those who access that designated account on their devices to collaborate with you. For example, family members will all have the same contact cards for grandparents, aunts, uncles, and close friends. If someone changes their address, one family member can edit the card and it will synchronize with everyone else.
- Use the right tool for the job. A contact list is not the right tool for managing passwords. Do not store passwords or any important information in your contacts list notes because other apps you use may require access to your contacts database and will upload that information to their servers where a data breach could occur exposing that sensitive information. Use a dedicated password manager instead.
- Instead of adding ICE (In Case of Emergency) to names, use the Medical ID feature in the Health app to add emergency contacts. First Responders know how to access the Medical ID from locked iPhones. Teach young children how to access this screen from a locked phone as well. It’s also how they’ll learn where they can dial the local emergency code (9-1-1 in the U.S.)
- Use the Favorites list in the Phone app for an easily accessible list of numbers you call most frequently
Apps and Gear:Contacts app
RadioPublic
iMazing
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We reflect on three years of Apple Watch plus tips for using Safari on multiple devices. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News:
Google Play Music’s Switch to YouTube Remix Could Give Apple Music a Big Subscriber Boost — The Mac Observer
Apple Releases iOS 11.3.1: Includes Security Fixes and Addresses 3rd
Party Screen Replacement Problem for iPhone 8 - The Mac Observer
Happy Third Birthday Original Apple Watch! — The Mac Observer
Flickr bought by SmugMug as Yahoo breakup begins — The Guardian
Topics: * Sync tabs with iCloud so you can start reading on one device and pick up on another * Add emojis to bookmark favorites to make them easier to see * Using Handoff with iOS * PSA on DND * iPhone X is good for for seniors
Apps & Gear:
Contact Cleanup
Radio Paradise
Flickr
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Meta: 026 Happy Birthday Apple Watch was recorded April 25, 2018. “Please Listen Carefully” by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. In Touch with iOS or “ITWIOS” is an independently produced podcast, publication and social identity and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. All other Apple Inc. trademarks discussed are the property of Apple Inc. A full list of Apple trademarks is available here. Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google Inc. We may use affiliate links for products in show notes. When appropriate, software, products, or services provided for review purposes will be disclosed. Unless otherwise noted, these products or services are not a sponsor. Your patronage helps to support our content production at no additional cost to you and does not alter our honest opinion of said product or service.
We share our most favorite tips for getting more out of Safari in iOS! Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News:
Apple Is Planning to Launch a News Subscription Service — Bloomberg
Apple's iPhone 'Do Not Disturb While Driving' feature helping to reduce dangerous habits — appleinsider
Messages in iCloud is still slated for a future release. It will likely show up as one of the apps you can toggle on or off in your iCloud settings.
Settings > Safari:
Autofill: We recommend using a password manager and doing the little bit of extra work required to interact with websites that require you to log in. Saving passwords in Safari on iOS is technically secure, but it enables complacency which can lead to insecure human behavior that hackers bank on.
Block Pop-ups: We do not recommend enabling this especially if you log into banking or medical website portals regularly. It has been known to cause those sites to malfunction. If you feel safer with it enabled, be sure you know how to disable it when a website does not respond.
Reading List > Automatically Save Offline: We recommend enabling this feature as it is really useful. If your device is older and has a small hard drive, know that this feature can eat up space over time.
These are some of the Safari tips we discussed:
• What is a tab?
• How do you close tabs?
• How do you close multiple tabs at once?
• Can you reorder the tabs into a different sequence?
• Can tabs be searched?
• How to load the desktop version of a website
• Should you use an ad blocker?
• What is Private mode?
• How do you switch between Private mode and “regular” mode?
• How to use Reader View — TheMacMommy
• Customizing the share sheet: We recommend moving 1Password (or your password manager app of choice) to the first spot.
• Find on Page
• Bookmarks vs Reading List and the case for each
• Reading List for articles and saving them for offline access
Still need more help? Check out the Safari section in this iPhone guide from Apple: https://help.apple.com/iphone/11/#/iph1a4721132
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Google Chrome
Mozilla Firefox
Microsoft Edge
Puffin Web Browser
Firefox Focus: Privacy Browser
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Meta: 025 Navigating Safari was recorded April 18, 2018. “Please Listen Carefully” by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. In Touch with iOS or “ITWIOS” is an independently produced podcast, publication and social identity and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. All other Apple Inc. trademarks discussed are the property of Apple Inc. A full list of Apple trademarks is available here. Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google Inc. We may use affiliate links for products in show notes. When appropriate, software, products, or services provided for review purposes will be disclosed. Unless otherwise noted, these products or services are not a sponsor. Your patronage helps to support our content production at no additional cost to you and does not alter our honest opinion of said product or service.
Last time we talked a lot about devices that stay put. This time we want to talk about devices on the go — things we can wear while interacting with audible content. We’ll discuss tips for using Apple Watch with earpieces as well as news and hacks. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
Apple announces March 27th event focusing on education — The Verge
Apple Acquires the Digital Magazine Service Texture — TidBITS
Apple Releases iOS 11.3 Developer Beta 6 for iPhone, iPad — The Mac Observer
Apple opens WWDC 2018 registration: June 4-8 in San Jose — 9 to 5 Mac
Apple Music Growing at Record Pace With Two Million Subscribers Added in Just Five Weeks — MacRumors
Wearable Devices
• Use the built-in Now Playing screen on Apple Watch to control playback while listening to podcasts
• Melissa has an iPhone hack for connecting a lanyard to an iPhone case.
Thread a lanyard through the speaker cut-outs on the bottom of an iPhone case so that the iPhone hangs upside down with the glass facing outward. This way, it will be in the correct orientation when you pick up the phone to view the screen or snap a photo.
• **Outcast** app on your Apple Watch makes it easy to listen to podcasts with just a Bluetooth headset while leaving your iPhone parked somewhere else.
Plan for reduced Apple Watch battery life by downloading podcast episodes ahead of time then charging your watch before leaving to use it. If you don’t have Apple AirPods, the cheaper counterparts are not as easy to pair, so plan on having a set of Bluetooth earpieces that remain paired to your Apple Watch and keep them charged up. Plan on downloading your podcast episodes when you have time to devote to keeping the Apple Watch screen awake. The investment of time needed for getting the podcast episodes to your watch is worth it for how liberating it feels to not have to carry your iPhone around.
• Bluetooth earpiece recommendations:
SleepPhones
MJYun Wireless Earbuds
Make the jump to truly wireless earbuds for just $32 today on Amazon - BGR
Apps & Gear:
RBdigital
Outcast
Apple Support
Twitterific
App Advice
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Dave took one for the team and got himself a HomePod, so we dig deep and discuss why it should or should not be your personal assistant. We discuss apps for managing podcasts, third-party keyboards, spam caller blocking, and camera tweaks. We also cover apps that repurpose your devices in fun ways. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Apple Releases iOS 11.2.6 With Fix for Telugu Character Bug That Causes iOS Devices to Crash — MacRumors
Apple Releases Minor watchOS 4.2.3 Update With Bug Fixes — MacRumors
Apple Releases Minor tvOS 11.2.6 Update — MacRumors
Repurpose Your Old Phone into a Security Camera - The Digital Story
Dave concludes that HomePod is great for those who live fairly exclusively in the Apple ecosystem. If you are an Apple user with a discerning taste for sound, and this will be your first speaker, then go for it! The sound is amazing and the internal microphone recognition is uncontested. Unfortunately, there were more downsides than value for Dave to keep the HomePod. It could not compete with other devices that already suit Dave’s personal assistant needs. There is no Spotify or SiriusXM — it’s Apple Music all the way and will likely remain that way. You can’t make phone calls or manage your calendar from HomePod. As Melissa points out, it really doesn’t seem like it’s a family-friendly product at this time as there are no distinguished voices. While it may currently disappoint on features, the hardware is impeccably crafted giving it great potential to be more than just another assistant in a can. We think HomePod can only get better and we look forward to future iterations.
Melissa discusses her recent presentation at her local Mac Users’ Group on the topic of podcatchers. We will keep evaluating these apps for you, our dear listeners, and report our observations so you can make informed choices.
Apple's HomePod speaker: Either way late or way early — Yahoo! Finance
Google’s Art Selfie App Not Working in Texas or Illinois? Thank Tricky Biometric Laws — Fast Company
Nuance Discontinues Swype Keyboard for iOS and Android — MacRumors
Apps & Gear:
Real Fireplaces HD
Manything
Focos
Photo App for Portrait mode on iPhone 7 Plus, 8 Plus, X. Allison Sheridan did a screencast on this app.
Hiya Caller ID and Block
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Home Pod is finally coming to an Apple place near you, but neither Dave nor Melissa plans on getting one anytime soon. That won’t stop us from having some fun with all the virtual assistants we already know and love! We’ll give you some fun ideas to try out when training for your very own virtually assisted lifestyle. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Current Software Versions: iOS 11.2.5, watchOS 4.2.2, tvOS 11.2.5 for 4th Gen and later, macOS 10.13.3; Apple TV 3rd Gen is current at 7.2.2. It looks like Apple is still supporting this model somewhat because they pushed the Amazon video app to it.
Welcome to Home Pod — Apple
$349.00 US; available February 9, 2018
Here are some obvious questions about the HomePod — The Verge
Can Apple's HomePod outdo Echo, Google Home? — CNet
David Pogue’s sneak preview of the Apple HomePod — Yahoo! Finance
Virtual Assistants: we can learn to use them better by practicing skills with some tools you may already have:
• Apple TV: practice using the voice search to watch TV
- Set up iTunes and Home Sharing so you can use the iTunes Remote app to control sound in your home from different devices. This should hold you over until a Home Pod makes more sense in your home. Other devices that have the iTunes Remote app installed can control audio playback. You can stream audio to different speakers throughout your home when connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- Practice and learn spoken commands for using Siri — click the link or just say “Hey Siri, help.” and a list will be presented on your screen with topics
AirPlay - what is it and how do you use it?
Use AirPlay or Screen Mirroring on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch — Apple
Get help with AirPlay and AirPlay Mirroring on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch — Apple
The Apple TV Remote app can be used to control one or more Apple TVs when both the devices and Apple TVs are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Multiple people in the same home and on the same network can control the Apple TV from their device. (You can set it to be locked with a code so that a local prankster can’t hijack the screen.)
Tips:
Mirror your iPhone or iPad screen to your Apple TV to:
• share photos you took at an event with the family
• project online course material for a group
Phonewise is a course Melissa and her family are currently taking. She shares her iPad screen to her Apple TV so the whole family can watch the videos and engage with the course content.
• use an app like Paper or My blackboard for sketching out your ideas for all to see
Use and customize Control Center on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch — Apple
Put a shortcut to the Apple TV remote on your iPhone in the Control Center: Settings > Control Center > Customize Controls > tap the + sign to add Apple TV Remote. (Note: this does not work for Apple TVs prior to the 4th Generation. For older Apple TVs you must still use the app.)
Use Guided Access to lock the user into a single app or for using an iOS device in a kiosk to perform a specific task.
Melissa uses Guided Access as a parenting tool for her young children. She likes the ReColor app as a go-to.
Apps & Gear:
iTunes Remote
Apple TV Remote
YouTube TV
Paper by FiftyThree
My blackboard
ReColor
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Should Apple be our Nanny when it comes to parental controls on the devices our children use? Melissa has a rant on why this could have less than desirable outcomes for families. She shares some valuable resources for parenting in the digital age. Podcasts are a great way to learn more about a subject of interest. Dave shares some more apps worth checking out that can make listening to podcasts more productive. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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New Siri Podcast News Feature Begins Rolling Out in iOS 11.2.2 – MacRumors
Apple Seeds Sixth Beta of iOS 11.2.5 to Developers and Public Beta Testers – MacRumors
This seemingly innocent link causes big problems on Mac and iOS – Cult of Mac
Open Letter from Jana Partners and CALSTRS to Apple Inc. – Jana Partners
Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World – by Devorah Heitner, PhD
Raising Digital Natives
Phonewise Boot Camp for Parents
Use Guided Access with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch – Apple Help Topic
Black Mirror - Arkangel
Apps & Gear:
Currently, our favorite aggregator apps for managing podcasts are Downcast and Castro 2, but we will continue to point out other apps so our listeners can make an informed choice.
CastBox
iCatcher
iHeartRadio
Overcast
Pocket Casts
Podbean Podcast App & Player
Radio.com
The Podcast App
TuneIn Radio: NFL & Podcasts
Belkin Boost Up Wireless Charging Pad
Cell Phone Finger Ring Stand & Vent Mount
iAllowance
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Dave and Melissa catch up and ring in the new year with some new gear as well as updates to user experiences and operating systems. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Apple to Offer $29 iPhone Battery Replacements, More Battery Health Info in iOS — MacRumors
Apple Releases iOS 11.2.2 With Security Fixes to Address Spectre Vulnerability — MacRumors
Melissa is loving her new iPhone 8 Plus and Portrait Mode in the new camera.
Dave covers High Efficiency Image Format (HEIF)
HEIF is the new image compression technique used by Apple in iOS 11 to reduce the size of photos you capture on your iPhone in a move to conserve storage space. Suppose you have a JPG photo with a 5 MB file size, it will be reduced to 2.6 – 3 MB, as a result of HEIF compression. With this technique, there’s no sacrifice on image quality at all, and that’s probably why Apple decided to implement this in the latest iOS version.
Melissa shares her experience and some considerations to be aware of with iCloud Family Sharing.
Apps & Gear:
iMazing HEIC Converter
A tiny and free desktop app for Mac and PC which lets you convert Apple's new iOS 11 photos from HEIC to JPG or PNG
MultiTimer: Multiple timers
So many different types of timers to help you manage time on tasks and for making your time count.
Camera+
The latest update to this app adds the ability to transfer applied edits between images.
Silk iPhone 7 Plus/8 Plus Wallet Case - VAULT Protective Credit Card Grip Cover - "Wallet Slayer Vol.1"
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It’s been pretty smooth sailing for Dave and his iPhone X, but Melissa went on a fishing expedition with the whole family in iCloud and reeled in a Black Friday deal or two. Notch or no notch, Apple has kept us all very busy applying software patches and spackle across their product line. Lots of growing pains are being smoothed over, so don’t hesitate to apply the latest updates for iOS 11.2, watchOS 4.2, and tvOS 11.2, as well as several macOS updates. If you are curious about getting your whole family connected with iCloud this holiday season, have a listen to this deep dive for some ideas on what’s possible before you attempt to connect accounts or migrate data. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News:
iPhone Crashing with Apple’s 12/2 Notification Bug? Fix it with iOS 11.2 — The Mac Observer
Apple Releases tvOS 11.2 for 4th and 5th Generation Apple TV Models— MacRumors
Amazon Prime Video Available on Apple TV — The Mac Observer
Everything Apple Pay Cash, From Setup to Sending Money — The Mac Observer
Apple Admits Video Platform Defeat to YouTube — The Mac Observer
Tips:Apple Support YouTube Page
Dave has been consistently impressed by Face ID on the new iPhone X. Melissa had some questions last episode about how Face ID works in the dark and our friend Barry has some good resources for helping us all learn more about it:
Face ID — iMore
Apple's New Face ID Biometric System Works in the Dark and When Your Face is Obscured by Hats and Beards — MacRumors
How to "see" the crazy dot map the iPhone X uses to scan your face — iMore
Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals of note were BestBuy’s 2017 iPad sale and Amazon’s digital $100.00 iTunes Gift Card deal. Keep checking your local listings because this is the time of year for those kinds of sales. iTunes Gift Card deals are the best way to reduce your costs on iCloud Storage Plans when you buy it at the yearly price in the form of iTunes credit. Apple will first charge your iTunes Gift Card credit before it charges your credit card on file, so keep it topped up and save with these annual sales.
Melissa’s new 2017 iPad was instrumental in helping to get iCloud Family Sharing set up because it runs iOS 11 which is required for administering a Family Sharing account. Some might view all she went through as a total nightmare, but she sees it as an opportunity to dissect how it all works and what might suit the needs of others.
Apple has a handy Apple Support app where you can get help from the comfort of your couch. They can run a remote diagnostic on your device and advise you on what steps to take in troubleshooting. Melissa recommends taking screenshots along the way to document the information.
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Dave has an iPhone X and more iOS updates have been released. Melissa wants to know just how stealthy is an iPhone X? Dave demonstrates Animoji and hilarity ensues. It’s soon time for Thanksgiving in the US and that means lots of food followed by lots of shopping. We list apps and websites to check for scoping out the best deals on iOS gear and app sales. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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It just wouldn’t have been a successful iPhone X launch if Dave had not obtained one for himself on 11/03 so he gives us a full review on how it was purchased and set up. He discusses his change of heart from the iPhone 8 Plus and explains how it does take a little time getting used to no home button and swiping up to close apps. Melissa has lots of questions about the new gestures and the stealthiness of iPhone X as they discuss Face ID vs Touch ID and many other features and comparisons between the two iPhone models.
Animojis are so much fun! Link to Monkey Animoji
• iOS 11.1.2 is out, go get it — 9to5 Mac
Most fixes are for iPhone X, but it's an update to all devices running iOS
• Apple pushes HomePod release to early 2018 — TechCrunch
• “iPad Pro — What’s a computer?” — Apple
What deals are we hoping to find for Black Friday and Cyber Monday?
• Apple Store app sometimes has deals and give-aways so scroll all the way to the bottom of the Discover area to check them out
• App Store app will likely showcase lots of deals on apps – both reduced pricing and free so be sure to scope out the App Store after eating that big plate of food
• We like checking Amazon for deals on iOS gear
• Square Trade might offer deals on their device insurance plans that may compete with Apple’s AppleCare+
• B&H Photo has an Apple Buying Guide.
• Target has an app to help you scout out their deals on Apple gear
• App Advice is an app with a website for reviewing apps and their sales.
You may also want to check out their Daily App Advice app.
AppZapp Notify helps you find both iOS and Mac apps that have gone on sale or have been updated.
AppShopper.com is a good social sharing website. Their AppShopper Social app hasn’t been updated for iOS 11, but their email newsletter has been helpful.
Check out apps shared by Melissa by viewing her AppShopper user page.
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Have you upgraded to iOS 11 yet? Well, of course you have! We discuss tips for dealing with the latest changes doled out by Apple. We also review OWC’s Thunderbolt 3 Dock and the Day One app for journalling. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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• AT&T will no longer participate in Plenti after October 31, 2017 — AT&T
• You can now change your Apple ID from a third-party email to an Apple domain — 9 to 5 Mac
iOS 11.1 Update:
• video: “10 years in the making: The evolution of iOS” — Computerworld from IDG
• iOS upgrades are automatically downloaded to your device when they become available but you do not need to apply them right away. We talk about the perception that many feel where they must upgrade the operating system and how to make it suit your needs instead.
Get help with over-the-air iOS updates — Apple
• 3D app switcher is back in iOS 11.1!
OWC Dock Review
• The Thunderbolt 3 Dock from OWC enriches our user experience by connecting iOS devices to the Mac for rapid charging using the high-powered ports and for those times when you still want to connect your iOS device to a Mac for upgrading or managing data with tools like iMazing
External monitor problem iMac 2017 High Sierra — Apple Support Communities
macOS High Sierra Broke Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter on Thunderbolt 3 Dock — TheMacMommy
• Day One Journal for iOS & Apple Watch
• Day One for macOS
There are In-App Purchases for different add-on services
Tips:• How to delete pesky voicemails that won’t stay deleted: put iPhone into Airplane mode, then delete voicemails, then disable Airplane mode — delete voicemails again if necessary, they should now stay deleted.
found in iMore Forums: Voicemail won’t delete
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Dave was joined by the mobility professional and podcaster at large, Barry Fulk. Dave and Barry did a face-to-face episode and talk about iOS 11 new features they like. Barry also has the Apple Watch Series 3 and gives his review of the new watch. The new Apple Store Chicago opens on October 20 and more. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Apple Store Chicago Opening Dave will be visiting the store and will share photos. Apple Michigan Ave
From last episode Dave had to exchange his iPhone 8 Plus since the screen had a defect. AppleCare rep called him from Austin TX for feedback relating to the cause.
KRACK Security issue with WPA2 wifi LINK
Apple Watch Series 3 Review - Barry has the LTE model and gives his thoughts.
Did Barry upgrade? Dave and Barry review the iPhone 8 Plus and talk about should you buy the iPhone 10. Barry also discusses the new AR features.
iOS 11 features review What are our favorites? Screen shot markup, screen recording using voice, wifi password sharing, new device setup, AR, portrait / stagelight (8+), HEIF photo compression and JPEG, Apple maps improvements, do not disturb while driving.
Dave also talked about the new screen sharing feature in the tool TeamViewer.
iOS 11 is installed on almost 55% adoption 1 month after launch. LINK
• Apps
Ikea Place
ARise
Drag N' Boom
PCalc
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Living in iOS 11 and watchOS 4: ways to get the latest upgrade and updates on to your device, what we like about it, hiccups to be aware of, what’s in store for the future? Visiting new Apple Stores, err, Town Squares and Plazas and customer service experiences. Tips for using your devices in the event of an emergency. All this and more, available in our full show notes at InTouchwithiOS.com
Dave shares his experiences with Apple Watch repair and iPhone replacement. He has recently visited some of the newly renovated Apple retail spaces. We still need to get used to calling them Town Squares or Plazas.
Here is a demo Dave made that shows Qi wireless charging in action.
Dave has been running the betas and Melissa has mixed thoughts on using iMazing for both iOS 11.0.1 and 11.0.2 upgrade and update. Changes of note in watchOS: easier-on-the eyes passcode entry screen; Silent Mode takes an extra swipe to get to. iPhone battery drain is pretty bad on iPhone 6s, but it will hopefully get better soon. 3D Touch App Switcher is missing, but Craig says it’s coming back.
Melissa is on the hunt for the best iPhone 8 Plus case. Please send us your suggestions! It needs to be a wallet style with strap and taking photos with it needs to be easy and not get in the way of the flash.
• Tips“Here’s How to Get Better Battery Life in iOS 11” — the Mac Observer
Emergency ToolsMedical ID in iOS makes it easier to become an organ donor. There is a new flashlight tool on Apple Watch and you should know how to use them both. Learn how to avoid making an accidental 9-1-1 call while resetting your phone.
iOS PhotosDave’s video: “iOS 11 Photos Changes Reviewed”
Listening to PodcastsApple provides an easy way to get started listening to podcasts with their own Podcasts app, but there are some settings you should be aware of because they can chew through a limited data plan and fill up an iPhone with a smaller storage capacity. Here is a tutorial Melissa created using the new screen recording feature in iOS: ”Change Apple’s Podcasts Default Settings to Save on Your Data Plan” — TheMacMommy
Go to Settings > Podcasts > switch Cellular Data: OFF if you want to be sure you’re not using your data plan when you leave Wi-Fi. Change Refresh Every to: Manually so podcasts are not downloading in the background. You’ll have more control over when you want to get them to your phone. Change Download Episodes: OFF to save data, or ON if you know you want to download podcasts for listening to them later or while traveling, then only download them while on Wi-Fi. Switch Delete Played Episodes: ON so they don’t fill up your phone over time.
• AppsiMazing
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So, you want to get a new iPhone? Check out our tips for preparing and upgrading to the next new thing! Listen to considerations, trade-offs, and thoughts on the future of the iPhone user experience as Dave and Melissa discuss the September 12 “Apple Event." Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Apple Event Breakdown
- The Apple Event was on Tuesday, September 12, 2017. You can watch it here.
- Steve Jobs Theater & Apple Campus access were announced and a virtual tour was shown.
- Apple Retail no longer calls their spaces “stores” but instead they will now be referred to as Town Squares & Plazas.
- Apple Watch Series 3 with cellular was announced. Heart health is a major area of focus, specifically atrial fibrillation (“afib”) for the future of watchOS. Here is a link to the heart study.
- Apple TV 4K was announced and pricing for the prior models has dropped. It promotes stunning HDR display for the visually astute.
- New iPhones announced: iPhone 8 & iPhone 8 Plus to join the existing lineup.
- We discuss Face ID in an overview addressing popular concerns. We recommend listening to John Gruber’s “200: Episode Cc’, with Special Guest Craig Federighi”
How to Pick Out an iPhone That's Right for You
“Compare iPhone models” — Apple
We discuss factors you should consider when purchasing a new iPhone: size of the hardware, what kinds of cases will fit, storage capacity, timing, cost, and protection.
Refurb Tracker is a good resource for tracking when refurbished iPhones & iPads (and other Apple gear) go on sale
B&H Photo is a good place to order online because they do not charge sales tax or shipping
Apple provides for an Education Discount, but your school must be participating in the program.
Be sure to consider protecting your investment by reviewing warranty and insurance plans. Look at your carrier’s offering and compare the features and cost to AppleCare or SquareTrade. Some carrier plans cover theft while others only cover specific types of damage.
Is it a trade-off or a true disadvantage?
- Face ID vs Touch ID — you can unlock your iPhone more discreetly with Touch ID vs Face ID. How often is this a need to the point where it becomes a disadvantage for you?
- Wireless Charging with Qi — how often do you find yourself using your iPhone while it’s plugged in and charging?
Tips for Preparing to Upgrade to iOS 11
- Get to know new features before you upgrade.
“What’s new in iOS 11” — Apple
Watch Dave’s video
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Update your security to 2-Factor Authentication.
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Use iMazing to back up and even upgrade your device to iOS 11.
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In addition to new hardware like iPhone and Apple TV, we discuss features we hope will be addressed in the upcoming September 12th Apple Special Event. Family Sharing for iCloud service in iOS 11 and macOS High Sierra is our focus in this discussion. If you’re considering making the switch from a shared Apple ID to a Family Sharing plan, have a listen! Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com
Leaked document shows how Apple decides to replace or repair your iPhone — Tech Insider
Refer to Apple’s System requirements for iCloud (Published: July 17, 2017) and see if they update it after September 12th.
There is a lot to consider if you plan on setting up a Family Sharing account, with or without iCloud storage plans.
Which Apple ID should be used for the “Organizer” role? iCloud: View and change Family Sharing settings will help you understand what the Organizer can see and do.
You may need to modify your child’s birthdate if you used an age older than thirteen and feel you may now benefit from Apple’s parental control abilities.
What happens if the family “Organizer” dies or loses access to the Apple ID or account? This may be a good time to follow Apple Communities Discussion on Family Sharing.
• Resources:
iCloud in iOS 11 FAQ: Everything you need to know! — iMore
List of iOS 11 Compatible iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch Models — MacRumors
Adoption Rates for iOS — Apple
iOS 11 is compatible with these devices — Apple
What types of content can I share with Family Sharing? — Apple
Giving a Kid an iPhone or iPod touch? Do This First. — Lifewire
How to Stop and Turn Off Family Sharing — Lifewire
• Apps:
Get ready for iOS 11 with iMazing before you upgrade. Use it to back up or archive your text messages. Take iMazing Mini for a spin.
There is a lot to consider and making a visual mind map may help. MindNode 2 for macOS is ON SALE for $19.99 US and MindNode 4 for iOS is $9.99 US. They synchronize across your devices so you can start your ideas on your Mac and tweak them on your iPhone or iPad. There is even an Apple Watch version! Learn more about MindNode here.
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We got the beat…well, Dave does! We talk about how to get good deals and a free education with iPad Pro and some spiffy new headphones. iTunes U Collections are on the move and digital magazines are free with your trusty, dusty library card. There are new tutorial videos for iPad you’ll want to check out. Apps aren’t always used for their original purposes and Melissa finally finds an iPhone clip that hasn’t been murdered by the Arizona sun! Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com
iTunes U Collections Are Moving to Apple Podcasts — MacStories
Apple hypes iOS 11 with new iPad Pro videos — The Verge
How to get free digital magazines from your library — cnet
RB Digital
Free digital magazines with your participating public library with a twenty-first century twist! You just need your library card number, an RB Digital login, and the iOS app.
Dave’s iPad Pro 10.5 256 GB Recap: He was able to return his iPad and swap it out from a 64GB to 256GB as well as take advantage of the Beats promotion for Education. Previously he purchased a new MacBook Pro and they let him get the Beats Solo3 Wireless headphones for free. The Beats X bluetooth are free with iPad Pro, but he opted to go with the Powerbeats 3 earphones for $50 which is $150 the price. He also reviews the case he bought that holds Apple Pencil.
KHOMO iPad Pro 10.5 Inch Case with Pen Holder
Apple’s back-to-school deals include free $300 headphones when you buy a new Mac or iPad — Business Insider
Buy a Mac or iPad Pro. We’ll supply the Beats. — Apple
We discuss sharing an Apple ID and how managing Contacts and groups is still challenging in iOS 10. Will it remain a challenge in iOS 11?
• Apps & Tips:HoursTracker Melissa challenges us to think about an app we use in a way other than its intended use. Learn more about HoursTracker here.
Hamilton – The Official App
David enjoys the game Heads Up!
The trivia game from Ellen DeGeneres that she plays on her show — AppAdvice
Melissa reviews an iPhone car clip by LaRen — finally something that just may hold up to the hot, Arizona sun!
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Recorded live from Macstock 2017! David and Melissa talk about the conference and all the great people attending including friends and fellow podcasters. Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com
David received some great feedback on his presentation about Efficiencies of iOS. Kirschen Seah wrote up some amazing sketch notes from the conference. here are her notes from David’s presentation and here are her notes from Melissa’s Presentation.
More notes and photos from the conference are HERE
This was the Macstock Conference and Expo Schedule
We talked about the different presentations including ours as well as a review of Barry Fulk’s Mac Mingle. Speakers and attendees hung out eating, drinking, and listening to live music. The eclectic band covered some off-the-wall tunes like a Brady Bunch song and a gem from King Tut.
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We have a special guest! Guy Serle joins Dave to talk about how you can podcast using your iPad or iPhone. They also discuss Amazon Prime Day and its merits. Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com
Do you know about Prime Day on July 11? They have some great apps to use for iOS, but is the service really worth it?
Amazon Prime Members Enjoy Many Free Benefits with These Apps — AppAdvice
How does Guy use iOS?
IK Multimedia iRig PRO DUO 2
Audio Technical ATR2100 USB Cardioid Dynamic Mic
• Apps
Hopper for Travel
Spreaker
Boss Jock
Twisted Wave
• News:
Jawbone is going out of business — The Verge
Qualcomm is trying to ban iPhones from being sold in the US — The Verge
Join us at Macstock 2017! This is the third annual Macstock where Dave and Melissa will both be giving presentations as well as our special guest host Guy Serle.
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So many acronyms, so little time yet we manage to discuss many in one episode. First there was WWDC then news from the FTC followed by a PSA about VPN on your iOS and don’t forget about 2FA! Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com
Thanks to Barry Fulk for joining Dave on Episode 007 of In Touch with iOS.
"Tech Support Scams" — FTC Consumer Information
A look into Call Protect from AT&T
"Chicago's New Apple Store Looks Like a Giant Laptop" by David Matthews of DNA Info
We briefly review some more thoughts on WWDC and Dave already has iOS 11 beta installed on his iPhone SE ready to play. He can’t wait to tell us about customizing Control Center plus a new built-in video screen capturing feature! Beta 2 was released.
Another cool new feature is activity sharing in Messages has been updated to show the actual achievement accomplished when a friend cheers you on using Apple Watch.
"What’s new in iOS 11 beta 2? Hands-on with 25+ features and changes [Video]" — 9 to 5 Mac
VPN PSA “How to choose the best VPN service for iPhone and iPad" — 9 to 5 Mac|
“A VPN can stop internet companies from selling your data — but it’s not a magic bullet” — The Verge
“How to Make $80,000 Per Month on the Apple App Store” — Medium
“Apple Removing Hundreds of Thousands of ‘Problematic’ Apps From the App Store” — The Mac Observer
We wanted to share links to Betty White’s 2 Factor Authentication video series, but unfortunately they were taken down by YouTube.
Melissa shares some traveling tips for getting the most out of your iOS devices while on the road with family.
Anker battery packs are good.
Anker PowerCore+ Portable Charger External Battery
Planet of the Apps — requires an Apple Music subscription to watch.
Breaker
iMazing Mini Free iPhone & iPad backup without iTunes
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This week David is joined by a very special guest co-host Barry Fulk. They talk about all things WWDC — well at least all iOS things. Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com
- iOS 11
- The New iPad Pro 10.5 inch
- watch OS 4
- tvOS 11
- New Home Pod
Apple’s Official iOS 11 Preview Page
iOS 11 will run on:
* The iPhone 5S, 6, 6 Plus, 6S, 6S Plus, SE, 7, and 7 Plus.
* The iPad Air and Air 2; the iPad Mini 2, 3, and 4; the fifth-generation iPad; and all iPad Pros.
* The sixth-generation iPod Touch.
No more 32-bit apps
Apple Announces New 'Files' App Coming With iOS 11 — Mac Rumors
iOS 11 first look — iMore
So many exciting upgrades to the new iPad Pro 10.5 inch!
iPad Pro — Apple
watchOS 4
watchOS 4 FAQ: Everything you need to know! — iMore
Apple Watch Preview — Apple
tvOS 11
Amazon Prime will be available on Apple TV later this year. Not much else was discussed during the conference.
HomePod
"HomePod is a powerful speaker that sounds amazing, adapts to wherever it’s playing, and together with Apple Music, gives you effortless access to one of the world’s largest music catalogs. All controlled through natural voice interaction with Siri.1 It takes the listening experience to a whole new level. And that’s just the beginning.” — Apple
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ITWIOS 007 WWDC Extravaganza was recorded June 5, 2017. “Please Listen Carefully” by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. In Touch with iOS is an independently produced podcast, publication and social identity and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. All other Apple Inc. trademarks discussed are property of Apple Inc. A full list of Apple trademarks is available here. Sometimes we use affiliate links for products in show notes. Unless otherwise noted, these products or services are not a sponsor. Your patronage helps to support our content production at no additional cost to you and does not alter our honest opinion of said product or service.
You can always learn something new whether it be from Apple by way of their new workshops or from our friends all across the globe sharing tips. Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com
“Today at Apple” “I tried one of Apple's new free photography classes — here's what I learned” — Business Insider
"Apple's Angela Ahrendts on The New In-Store Experience" — LinkedIn SlideShare
“How to Shoot on iPhone 7” is a YouTube channel playlist created by Apple with tips on using iPhone camera
"Apple to discontinue iPad mini as device gets squeezed from both ends" — BGR
We have our first listener feedback from Knightwise of knightwise.com regarding our last episode topic of using data and iOS devices while traveling. He shares some great advice for us all.
PDF Expert $9.99
Tip: iOS 10 Safari: Close All Tabs at Once — David Chartier’s Finer Things in Tech
"iPhone 101: Deleting numbers in the iOS Calculator app" — engadget
"Apple’s new iCloud security requirements: How it affects you and the software you use" — Macworld
WWDC will take place June 5–9 and we recommend you tune in to see all the announcements as it will be streamed live. Look for a new icon on your Apple TV closer to the time.
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Kids get Siri to say the funniest things and they are better at it, too. On Apple Watch, sharing is caring, except when it isn't sharing...so friends come to the rescue! Questions to ask your carrier before traveling abroad with your iOS device. iWork and iLife are now free for all. Listen to our podcast in a new podcast player, we have recommendations! Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com
• Tips:Celebrate Spring with some iOS Easter Eggs! Here are some ways you can interact with Siri:
• Say, “Hey Siri” then ask your question right away with only a brief pause.
• Say, “Hey Siri” then wait for the audio prompt (two quick tones) and then ask your question out loud.
• Press and hold the home button down while asking your question out loud and then release the home button for the response. You will see a visual indication that your device heard you and is about to respond.
Here are some "Siri" phrases or commands you can speak out loud:
“Flip a coin.” “Roll the dice.” or “Rock, paper, scissors, shoot!”
Spoken in your best Batman voice, “Hey, ‘Puter.”
Dave’s new toy: TASCAM’s US-2x2 USB Audio/MIDI Interface
Adventures in Troubleshooting Sharing Issues with Apple Watch!
Dave helps a friend with a new iPhone and we talk about the merits of the iPhone SE model.
Are you traveling abroad with an iPhone or iPad? We talk about different plans, carriers, and options to consider when you’re taking a trip. Send us YOUR tips or feedback and we’ll share it on the next episode! @In Touch with iOS on Twitter or reach us on our Facebook Page.
• News:"iWork and iLife apps are now free for old and new Mac and iOS users" via Ars Technica
• Apps:Castro: Podcast Player by Supertop is Melissa’s “crush” of a podcast player right now and Dave still likes Downcast best because it manages video. Melissa is enjoying Castro’s “triage” method for consuming podcast audio.
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Melissa’s family Spring Break vacation was in sync with Dave’s March Madness vacation, so they all met up in Las Vegas, NV to take in the sights. Of course they couldn’t pass up the opportunity to visit the local Apple Store where they had a great time chatting with “Apple Store Steve." He showed them some great new tips and they will share them with you! Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com
**• Tips from Vegas:**1. Super-fast print to PDF: pinch out in the print sheet to save a PDF
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Audio AND visual ways to ping iPhone from Apple Watch: long-press the iPhone ping button on Apple Watch and the torch will flash along with a single tracking sound
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Catch an incoming call on Apple Watch and place it on hold to answer it on iPhone: turn Digital Crown to scroll up then tap 'Answer on iPhone.' Your caller will be greeted by your “Digital Assistant” and placed on hold while you retrieve your iPhone. You can even ping your iPhone in the event you can not locate it. Same as the previous tip, tap and hold the iPhone ping icon and it will also flash the light to make it easier to locate by sight.
• New Gear:A new iPad was released! Compare tech specs for iPad Pro (2 sizes) and iPad or iPad mini 4There are 3 screen sizes and this refers to the measurement taken from one corner to the other diagonally: 12.9 inches, 9.7 inches, and 7.9 inches
Vegas was not a good place to rest, but thankfully SleepPhones® Effortless came to the rescue!
SleepPhones® Effortless
SleepPhones® Wireless
• News & Updates:iOS 10.3.1 was released along with watchOS 3.2, tvOS 10.2
"A tour of iOS 10.3: Checking out APFS, the Settings app, and other tweaks" — Ars Technica
"The 8 best new features Apple added to your iPhone in iOS 10.3" — BGR
Then 10.3.1 was released.
“iOS 10.3.1 includes bug fixes and improves the security of your iPhone or iPad” — Ars Technica
"Apple’s iOS 10.3.1 Update Fixes Critical Broadcom WiFi Security Flaw" — The Mac Observer
"watchOS 3.2 Adds Theater Mode, SiriKit" — The Mac Observer
"Apple Releases tvOS 10.2 with Watch Anywhere Video Rental Support" — The Mac Observer
"APFS in iOS Isn’t Any Faster Than on the Mac" — The Mac Observer
64bit file system and apps are end of the road in 32bit: "How Do I Know Which Apps Will Not Be Compatible With iOS 11?" — AppAdvice
"Pages, Numbers, & Keynote for Mac and iOS add editing features & Touch ID for password protected docs" — 9 to 5 Mac
• Apps:Puffin Web Browser
Puffin Academy
Downcast
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Dave and Melissa have some catching up to do so they discuss their most recent gear upgrades, tips, and software recommendations. Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com
Check out Suburban Chicago Apple Users where Dave is President and hosts SIGs (Special Interest Groups).
What are the advantages and disadvantages of syncing our music and photos in the cloud compared to storing your iTunes Library on an external drive? Dave and Melissa discuss managing music on a road trip. Email us your ideas as well!
How do you name your external drives? Do you have a specific naming convention you find helpful? Leave us a comment.
Melissa discusses her first Apple Watch Series 1 purchasing experience and first impressions.
Milanese Watch Band
Melissa’a 4th Generation Apple TV first impressions and favorite game
Sketch Family TV for Apple TV
SketchParty TV Free free, IAP: Premium Word Lists $1.49 and IAP: Custom Word List Editor $5.99
SketchParty TV $7.49 for both features combined
The Jackbox Party Pack 3
The Jackbox Party Pack 3 for Apple TV
Melissa’s new 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar first impressions
iMazing to the rescue! You can try it out for free here.
Melissa’s experience with the iPhone 6s Program for Unexpected Shutdown Issues and how it adds value to an aging iPhone
Tip:To enable the new Magnifier tool in iOS 10 on currently supported iPhones, go to Settings then General then Accessibility then Magnifier and switch it ON. When you want to magnify something, triple-click the iPhone Home Button.
AppBox Pro: Useful 26 Tools in One by AllAboutApps lets you take magnifying with your iPhone to the next level by capturing photos. It’s free to try and $4.99 IAP to remove ads.
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Dave and Melissa discuss some new hardware, software updates, security, and workflows. Listen to find out more about interesting use cases for the apps and services they recommend. Do you like meatloaf? Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com
• Hardware:
Apple’s $39.00 Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter is a very versatile tool compared to the $29.00 non-power-out Lightning to USB Camera Adapter.
It’s all John Gruber’s fault that we like meh.com.
• Updates:
Melissa discusses developing workflows, challenges and tips for using Apple TVs with projectors in an education environment connected to an enterprise network.
Apple TV Remote
iTunes Remote
Dave reviews iOS 10.0 beta
“iOS 10 Beta 5 Tidbits: New Lock Screen Sound, Widget Tweaks, and More” — MacRumors
• Security:
Melissa and Dave discuss Social Engineering and what to look for along with some good advice for avoiding scams.
“This Is What Apple Should Tell You When You Lose Your iPhone” — Hackernoon
“Don't Let Your iPhone Spill The Beans” — TheMacMommy
• Apps:
Calendars 5
Melissa uses Siri a lot. It even plays “Bad Cop” in parenting scenarios.
Melissa discusses user experience differences in Apple Maps vs Google Maps while driving.
Grocery Gadget is something the whole family can use in both practical and not-so-practical ways. It’s free with $1.49 IAP subscription fee to remove ads
iAllowance (Allowances, Chore Charts & Rewards) Cost: free with limitations or $5.99 full version
“Advanced Chore Charting: iAllowance App Review” via TheMacMommy
• Workflows:
Melissa wants to find a better way to get video files off her iPhone and onto a teacher’s PC when she volunteers at school for recording projects. Is the iXpand Flash Drive the right tool for the job?
Better sleep with SleepPhones wired or wireless — our critiques and wishes
Wired SleepPhones
Wireless SleepPhones
Dave talks about his Apple Store experience in getting his wife’s replacement iPhone case which comes with a one-year warranty.
• Tips:
We discuss how to get the best value from Apple's iCloud service in our homes for our family members. Dave recommends purchasing iTunes Gift Cards when they go on sale. Melissa’s uses the iAllowance app to manage iTunes Gift Card balances among family members.
Did you know you can send iTunes Gift Cards by Email?
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• Meta: ITWIOS 002 Easy Bake iPhone was recorded August 9, 2016. This episode was sponsored in part by meatloaf. In Touch with iOS is an independently produced podcast, publication and social identity and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. All other Apple Inc. trademarks discussed are property of Apple Inc. A full list of Apple trademarks is available here.
In our first episode, we introduce ourselves and provide some background on what makes us so passionate about our subject matter. We discuss the gear we currently use in our everyday lives, work, and play. Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com
• Equipment:Dave currently uses: iPhone 6s Plus, iPad Pro 12.9, iPad Pro 9.7, Apple TVs — both 3rd and 4th Generation models, and 2014 MacBook Pro 15-inch. His wife has an iPhone 6 Plus.
Melissa currently uses: iPhone 6s, iPad 4th Generation, Apple TV 3rd Generation, and 2009 MacBook Pro 15-inch. Her husband uses an iPhone 5s and her children use an iPhone 4s each in addition to an iPhone 3Gs for games. Melissa enjoys supporting her family and their gadgets along with repurposing older tech wherever she can.
• News:We discuss the rumors surrounding the elimination of the headphone jack and what that means to us. We both like to use corded SleepPhones, but what will happen when there is no longer an audio port?
AcousticSheep’s SleepPhones Classic
Video reveals what Apple’s iPhone 7 headphones may look like via BGR
Possible iPhone 7 Lightning to 3.5 mm Adapter Surfaces in New Photos via MacRumors
• Retro:Melissa likes to repurpose older tech and Dave talks about how he recoups resale value by selling off older devices to put the money towards a new device.
How will iPhone users like Melissa’s Dad locate their misplaced iPhones if they ditch their landline service and don’t have reliable access to the Find My iPhone app? We discuss alternatives to consider for those who want to keep a landline. Dave recommends OOMA as an IPT (Internet Protocol Telephony) home phone or landline option.
• Beta:Melissa talks about how she’ll soon have a blind client and what that may mean for learning more about interface features of the Mac and iPhone operating systems.
Our new friends in the Accessibility Community: Allison Hartley and Dr. Robert Carter host The Tech Doctor Blog and Podcast. They both gave presentations at Macstock 2016.
Dave discusses Apple’s Beta Program for iOS 10 and working with public betas. We don’t advise it unless you’re one of the Crazy Ones! Dave’s favorite new beta feature is Safari Split Screen View.
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• Meta: Dave is recording with Blue Microphone’s The Icicle XLR to USB Mic Converter and Mic Preamp. Melissa is recording with Audio-Technica's ATR2100-USB Cardioid Dynamic USB/XLR Microphone. ITWIOS 001 Introductions was recorded July 31, 2016. In Touch with iOS is an independently produced podcast, publication and social identity and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. All other Apple Inc. trademarks discussed are property of Apple Inc. A full list of Apple trademarks is available here.