In Touch with iOS 358 - AI Have Questions: Apple's Intelligence & the Job Shift
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.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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Summary
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
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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
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.