Discussion includes reviewing a leather phone case, issues with natural language text entry in Reminders, limitations of the Reminders app and Spotify's new product, finding the right doctor with Zocdoc, USB-C AirPods and iOS 17.1 bugs and changes, forwarding in iMessage and bank account balances in Wallet app, the convenience of X-REAL glasses for gaming in bed, and trying out new devices like X-REAL AR and Rocket Max.
iPhone users have experienced their devices turning off overnight, possibly due to bugs in the iOS system.
The latest beta release of Apple's iOS system improves the usability and organization of the Shortcuts app.
The X-REAL AR glasses provide a more affordable alternative to the upcoming Vision Pro headset, offering adjustable simulated distance and diopter adjustments.
Deep dives
Find My Alerts and iPhone Turn Off Mystery
There have been reports of Find My Alerts being triggered for various items even when they are in close proximity. Additionally, some iPhone users have noticed their devices turning off overnight and requiring a passcode upon waking up. While the exact causes are unknown, these issues may be related to bugs or glitches in the iOS system.
Shortcuts Library Fixes in iOS 17.1 Beta 3
In the latest beta release, Apple has addressed a problem where the Shortcuts library view was only displaying a limited number of shortcuts for each folder. Now, users can see all the shortcuts in a folder without having to dig further. This fix improves the usability and organization of the Shortcuts app.
New Tapback Menu for iPad Messages
iPad users now have a new tapback menu for messages that appears when performing a two-finger click or long press on a message. This menu is optimized for the iPad pointer and provides more convenient access to quick reactions and responses. The latest beta also includes improvements for Discover Card integration in the Wallet app and various bug fixes.
X-REAL AR Glasses: A Taste of the Vision Pro Experience
The X-REAL AR glasses provide a glimpse into the future of wearable displays. These USB-C glasses project a 1080p display per eye in front of the user, creating a virtual screen experience. With the glasses, users can enjoy games and work comfortably from the sofa or in bed, without disturbing others. While the X-REAL AR glasses offer a smaller taste of what the upcoming Vision Pro headset will offer, they serve as a more affordable alternative with adjustable simulated distance and diopter adjustments. This experiment further builds anticipation for the Vision Pro and its more advanced features.
Rocket Max Glasses: Exploring the Potential of Wearable Displays
The Rocket Max glasses add another dimension to the wearable display experience. With a larger field of view and improved image quality, these USB-C glasses offer a more immersive display. The added benefit of built-in diopter adjustments makes them appealing for users with varying eyesight needs. While still awaiting delivery, it will be interesting to compare these glasses with the X-REAL AR and see if they provide an even better display experience. These experiments with wearable displays help pave the way for the future of personal computing and augmented reality.
It's October, and Myke brings two mysteries to the show to enhance the spooky vibes. In other news, Federico is slipping into the future with the XREAL Air glasses and Stephen is keeping an eye on Spotify.
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