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Send us a textWatch the video!https://youtu.be/b-RQb8I9IQU4 New iPhone 14’sUltra-Cool, Ultra-Tough, Ultra WatchHave You Heard It’s More Pro? iOS 16 Released on MondayApple Watch Video - Dear Apple Jeff’s Post: Why lawyers will love the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14John Voorhees: Apple’s iPhone 14 Lineup: The MacStories OverviewAlex Guyot: Apple Watch Series 8, Ultra, and SE: The MacStories OverviewJonny Evans: What’s new in the new AirPods Pro introduced with iPhone 14?Jeff’s Post: Why lawyers will love iOS 16 (iOS 16 available for download on Monday)Brett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.com Jeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.com Support the showBrett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.comJeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.com

Send us a textWatch the video!https://youtu.be/J-Cz2j02NK8In the News blog post for September 2, 2022:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2022/09/in-the-news641.htmlThe Next Next iPhoneExtensive iPad Pro DisplayBiking with an Apple WatchApple Watch KidsUSB UncertaintyClippy RevivalHankie TriviaBrett’s iTip: Checking Battery Levels for AirPods ProJeff’s Apple Watch Band ProblemJason Snell: The iPhone 14 will be brilliantly boringDavid Snow: iPad Pro extends brilliant 5K display through Sidecar [Setups]Michael Chen: Paralyzed mountain biker says Apple Watch saved his life after Jamul crashKalley Huang and Brian Chen: An Apple Watch for Your 5-Year-Old? More Parents Say YesEd Hardy: USB4 2.0 jumps past Thunderbolt to an amazing 80 GbpsBenjamin Cassidy: The Twisted Life of ClippyTodd Spangler: Tom Hanks Is Launching a Trivia Game Exclusively on Apple ArcadeBandbreite apphttps://bandbreite.watch/app/Brett’s iTip: Been doing a lot of traveling, which means I’ve been using my AirPods Pro a LOT during flights, working in coffee shops, and many, many phone calls and Zoom calls … to the point where I get nervous my AirPods are going to run out of battery. You can check the battery charge status by opening the AirPods case next to your iPhone, but I don’t like waiting a few seconds for the status to pop up. I prefer to add the large battery widget to my Today screen so I can quickly swipe to the right and see the battery status of my iPhone, Apple Watch, and my AirPods Pro … but only if they’re open and connected to my iPhone, or in my ears. Jeff’s Apple Watch Band Problem: While I have a number of Apple Watch bands in my personal collection, my absolute favorites are the Milanese Loop and the Solo Loop (my review here: https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2021/01/review-solo-loop-band-apple-watch.html). I’m also checking out the Bandbreite app https://bandbreite.watch/app/Brett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.comJeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.comSupport the showBrett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.comJeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.com

Send us a textWatch the video!https://youtu.be/lXS27VX7nPQIn the News blog post for August 26, 2022:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2022/08/in-the-news640.htmlSept. 7 x 2 = iPhone 14Parental Photo PrudenceSmart Locks and Smart ShadesReviewing a Stylus in StyleBlacking Out on GamesFive Days at MemorialBrett’s Site: QRCode-Monkey.comJeff’s Gadget: A Speaker in Your ShowerJeff’s Post: Apple to announce new iPhones on September 7Kashmir Hill: A Dad Took Photos of His Naked Toddler for the Doctor. Google Flagged Him as a Criminal.Jason Snell: I got a new Smart LockAndrew O’Hara: Architectural honeycomb Serena Shades by Lutron review: A great HomeKit additionEd Hardy: This iPad stylus steals Apple Pencil’s best feature [Review]Brent Dirks: Close Your Eyes and Enjoy the Audio-Only Adventure Pitch Black - A Dusklight StoryBrett’s Site: There are several QR Code generators online but one I usually recommend is QR Code Monkey https://www.qrcode-monkey.com/. It’s completely free and gives you all kinds of options to customize a unique QR code that you can download and use anywhere!Jeff’s Gadget: A Bluetooth speaker in your shower. I have reviewed a couple of options for this through the years, but you can pick up an inexpensive option from Amazon today to enjoy news and tunes in the shower.Brett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.comJeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.comSupport the showBrett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.comJeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.com

Send us a textWatch the video!https://youtu.be/7Q5dL1OsCiUIn the News blog post for August 19, 2022:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2022/08/in-the-news639.html Tiny Dot, Important Update!14 Days to iPhone 14?Personal Private PhotosStand Up and Be CountedA Life-Saving WatchWhaddaya Know About AdonitScribbling in Word with a StylusBrett’s iTip: Tap and Hold on the Weather App MapJeff’s iTip: Manage Email Notifications using VIPsAndrew Cunningham: New macOS 12.5.1 and iOS 15.6.1 updates patch “actively exploited” vulnerabilities [Updated]Mark Gurman: Apple Targets Sept. 7 for iPhone 14 Launch in Flurry of New DevicesJoanna Stern: From iPhones to AirPods to MacBooks: The Apple Gadgets You Should—and Shouldn’t—Buy Right NowTatum Hunter: From W-2s to nudes, here’s how to hide sensitive photosPrivate Photo Vault Apphttps://privatephotovault.com/Justin Eastzer: How the Apple Watch Saved My Life -- and Could Rescue YouEd Hardy: Adonit’s inexpensive new iPad stylus offers on-tablet wireless chargingJoe Rossignol: Microsoft Office for iPad to Support Apple Pencil's Handwriting-to-Text Feature [Updated]Brett’s iTip: I didn’t realize how much I would be checking the weather when I’m on vacation, but I’ve visited the default Apple Weather App a lot. Apple acquired the Dark Sky weather app in March 2020 (and they are sunsetting it by the end of 2022) and I’ve been perfectly happy with the Weather App in iOS 15. Pretty much everything in the Weather App is obvious and intuitive, but one thing I didn’t know you could do is enter the map, move around / zoom, and then tap and hold on a location to get info about that specific location! Jeff’s iTip: Manage email notifications on the iPhone using VIPs. First, you need to identify people as a VIP so go to the Mail App and tap at the top left to go to Mailboxes.  Tap Edit at top right and enable VIP. Tap on the info button to see who is currently a VIP or add someone new. Next, to set notifications go to the Settings app, select Notifications, then Mail, then Customize Notifications.  Decide how you want to be notified of new emails on your accounts – either badges or alerts or both.  I select badges.  Then decide how you want to be notified Support the showBrett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.comJeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.com

Send us a textWatch the video!https://youtu.be/h4bJ2icolQYIn the News blog post for August 12, 2022:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2022/08/in-the-news638.htmlA Penchant for PencilsA Storm of Apple TV+ NewsHoney, I Shrunk the Cell Phone PlanApple Watch Wonders!Wide Spectrum MicrophoneDon’t Get Short with ShortcutsiFun iPhone Photo Tips!Brett’s iTip: Apple Watch Water LockJeff’s iTip: Apple Watch Battery GraphJack Purcher: Future Apple Pencil may gain new 'Sliding' and 'Rolling' Touch Gestures Controls and moreTatum Hunter: Married and on your parents’ cell plansLisa Eadicicco & Jason Cipriani: Make Your Apple Watch Work Better by Changing These SettingsBrenda Ramirez: Use Your iPhone's Hidden Microphone Effects to Improve Your Audio in FaceTime, Zoom, and Other Video Calling AppsMatthew Cassinelli: 12 ways to get the most out of Shortcuts for iPhoneApple Video: How to Shoot & Edit Dramatic Summer Light on iPhoneBrett’s iTip: I finally went swimming with my Apple Watch ON! So I’m sharing a couple of tips on the “Water Lock” feature of the Apple Watch (make sure it’s Series 2 or higher!!). You can manually turn on Water Lock from the Apple Watch Control Center or frankly the easiest way for me was to start a swimming workout and that automatically puts the Apple Watch in Water Lock mode. While in Water Lock mode, you can’t tap the screen (something about the water interferes with this) but pressing and holding the side button will still dial emergency services where possible. And you can pause your swimming workout by pressing the Digital Crown and Side Button at the same time - and this is a good way to dry off first before you unlock the Apple Watch. To get out of Water Lock, do the oh-so-fun twisting of the Digital Crown to have the Apple Watch expel excess water with sounds and vibrations!Jeff’s iTip: There is a “hidden” battery graph in the Apple Watch Battery Settings that allows you to see charging details. You must be running at least watchOS7 and just simply visit the Battery page in Settings. The graph here is similar to the one that you can see on your iPhone Brett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.comJeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.comSupport the showBrett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.comJeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.com

Send us a textWatch the video!https://youtu.be/QbfTKuwUkw8In the News blog post for August 5, 2022:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2022/08/in-the-news637.htmlBuggy Stage Managers?Hybrid ChargingSolo iPhone PhotosTurn the Lights Down Low (Automagically)Luck, Serpents, Horses, Mankind, and More!Apple Store Tours from Milan to NYCBrett’s iTip: Control Access to Information on the iPhone Lock ScreenJeff’s Tip: Migration Assistant on a Mac mini: BYODKMJason Snell: Gurman: iPadOS 16 Launch DelayedDavid Sparks: The New Anker 65W Portable ChargerHarry McCracken: 6 things I learned by going all in on iPhone photographyMichael Potuck: Wemo Smart Dimmer with Thread arrives exclusively with HomeKit connectivity; neutral not requiredJason Snell: A HomeKit Dimmer My Outdoor Patio LightsAndrew O’Hara: Eve Motion 2 Review: New capabilities make up for a boring designJace Lacob: The best Apple TV+ shows to watch right nowThe Apple Store Time MachineJeff’s Pictures from Apple Stores in Milan and Bologna, ItalyBrett’s iTip: Control access to information on the iPhone Lock Screen. Let’s say you regularly set your phone down on a table or desk where other folks can see it, which means they can see any notifications or messages that appear on there too. But you can disable some things from being accessible or viewable from the Lock Screen by going to Settings - FaceID & Passcode, and scrolling down to “Allow Access when Locked.” I turn off access to Control Center when locked, but usually leave on the Notification Center. The only thing you can’t do is turn off access to the Camera - that will always be available from the Lock Screen by swiping to the left. Jeff’s Tip: Migration Assistant on a Mac mini: BYODKM. Enable Accessibility Keyboard on a Mac: https://support.apple.com/guide/accessibility-mac/use-the-accessibility-keyboard-mchlc74c1c9f/mac Brett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.com Jeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.com  Support the showBrett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.comJeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.com

Send us a textWatch the video!https://youtu.be/mSpADN0nyyAIn the News blog post for July 29, 2022:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2022/07/in-the-news636.htmlSixteen Tons of FeaturesMulti-Stop MapsTracking the Sleepy HeadsConfusing Power to the PeopleHide and Seek AirTagsIn the Deals!Brett’s iTip: Setting Up a Simple “Focus”Jeff’s Site: www.howmanyofme.comM.G. Siegler: Three Features Make iOS 16 GreatJason Snell: Scrubbing through iOS 16’s Music appJason Cross: Dictation in iOS 16 is so good you’ll want to use it every day–here’s howJohn Voorhees: The 2022 MacStories OS Preview Series: Maps and CarPlayAmanda Leicht Moore: Three new Maps updates to help plan your next adventureChance Miller: These are the best applications for sleep tracking with Apple WatchJason Cross: Apple’s new M2 MacBook Air chargers tested: Twice the ports or twice the speed?Chris Gonzales: Anker’s New “GaNPrime” Multi-Device Charger FamilyJuli Clover: Review: Belkin's Updated 3-in-1 Charger Adds Fast Charging for Apple Watch Series 7Allison McDaneil: 7 unique ways to use AirTag (safely)Brett’s iTip: Setting up a Simple “Focus.” I finally set up a Focus mode on my iPhone and Apple Watch for when I’m running outside. When I run, I like to have music playing a certain BPM and while I don’t have a lot of notifications it seems like they all pop up when I’m running and interrupt my music. I finally went into Settings and created a simple Focus that turns off all notifications EXCEPT any that come from my wife, my kids, or my mother, and any notifications from 3 specific apps. Everything else can wait! And I usually turn on this Focus by swiping up on my Apple Watch which engages on my iPhone as well (make sure you have “Share Across Devices” turned on in the Settings). Jeff’s Site: How Many Of Me http://howmanyofme.com/Brett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.comJeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.comSupport the showBrett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.comJeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.com

Send us a textWatch the video!https://youtu.be/PD9dXqysEY0In the News blog post for July 22, 2022:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2022/07/in-the-news635.html Lots of Twenties and Twos15.6 Update is (Mostly) A.OKGame While You CanA Search Warrant for Your FaceSpying on HomeKitMinnie Mouse Might Save Your LifeBrett’s App: AllTrailsJeff’s iTip: Using AirPods with WindowsJosé Adorno: iOS 15.6 and iPadOS 15.6 now available to all users, here’s what’s newJeff’s Post: AirTag battery replacement: avoid bitterant coatingsThomas Brewer: The FBI Forced A Suspect To Unlock Amazon’s Encrypted App Wickr With Their FaceGlenn Fleishman: How to set up security camera activity zones in Apple’s Home appRachel Cericola: Why We Don’t Trust Apple’s HomeKit Secure Video—and You Shouldn’t EitherBen Lovejoy: HomeKit-compatible Eve motion sensor v2 gets Thread support and ambient light sensorKen MacLeod: Apple Watch helps diagnose deadly tumor, saves Maine woman's lifeMichael Potuck: iPhone allegedly stops bullet, saving Ukrainian soldier’s lifeBrett’s App: AllTrails app - Free! Or $29.99/year for ProRecently got on a kick to do some more hiking and walking outside, and so pulled up the AllTrails app I had downloaded a few years ago. Great way to find nice trails for walking, hiking, biking, dog-friendly paths, etc. Plus the best part is all the reviews that people post giving you helpful advice about each trail. You get basic info about the trail like length, what’s allowed, and how long it should take to walk it, along with easy/moderate/hard labels. Plus you get a full map of the trail. The free app is probably just fine for most folks, but upgrade to Pro for unlocking more map details and downloading offline maps. Jeff’s iTip: Using AirPods with Windows. First it’s helpful to keep Settings pinned to your Taskbar so that it’s easily accessible when you need to connect your Windows computer to your AirPods. If you need to check the battery status of your AirPods Pro when they’re connected to your Windows computer, you can do that on your iPhone. Also be careful about removing one from ear because it can jump over to your iPhone or iPad and then you would have to re-connect to your Windows PC. Brett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.comJeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.cSupport the showBrett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.comJeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.com

Send us a textWatch the video!https://youtu.be/BoAgBhopOpkIn the News blog post for July 15, 2022:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2022/07/in-the-news634.htmlWelcome Back and Travel Tips!MagSafe Battery Pack ReviewAirTag! You’re It!iSweet 16Making Much of My MiniPicture-in-PolicyWatch of Hard KnocksBrett’s iTip: Change the Tab Bar Layout in Safari on your iPadJeff’s iTip: AirTag Replacement Batteries: Avoid Bitterant CoatingsJeff’s Review: MagSafe Battery Pack from Apple -- small, lightweight solution for additional iPhone power when you are on-the-goGlenn Fleishman & David Price: Best AirTag key rings, bag tags, holders & accessoriesDavid Sparks: Four Months with the Nimalist AirTag WalletFrederico Viticci: A Month with iOS and iPadOS 16: A New iPad EraJason Snell: One small reason why I won’t be upgrading to an iPhone 14Ed Hardy: YouTube picture-in-picture finally rolls out for all iPhone usersApple Watch Series 7 Video - Hard KnocksBrett’s iTip: Change the Tab Bar Layout in Safari on your iPad - Separate or Compact. Separate takes up more space but offers a more familiar-looking appearance with the address bar displayed above your open tabs. Compact takes up less space by having your currently viewed tab act as an address bar, and also matches the Tab Bar's color to the site you are viewing. Make the change in Settings - Safari. I’ve been preferring the Compact layout, but it still seems like I’m having to get used to it.   Jeff’s iTip: AirTag replacement batteries: avoid bitterant coatings. The battery in an AirTag should last about a year. When you are alerted that it is time to replace the battery, you use a standard CR2032 battery.  Because this battery is so small, a child might think that it is something to put in their mouth and swallow, so some battery manufacturers now add a non-toxic bitter coating to the battery to deter a child from swallowing the battery once it is placed in the child's mouth.  Unfortunately, CR2032 batteries with this bitterant coating might not work with the AirTag, as Apple warns in this support article: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211670And I can confirm, based on my recent trip to Italy, that batteries with this bitterant coating are problematic in an AirTag!  Here is what I purchased: https://amzn.to/3aByI1rBrett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.com  Jeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.comSupport the showBrett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.comJeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.com

Send us a textDownload the PDF with all the links: https://bit.ly/traveltipsspecialedition2022Watch the video!https://youtu.be/RGkcb4xvbmEIt’s All In the Know!What We’re Covering…Tripit and Tripit Pro (app)MagSafe Duo ChargerApple’s MagSafe Battery PackBattery Packs with Built-In CablesAnker PowerCore 10000 PD ReduxAnker PowerPort seriesCharging your iPhone from your Mac or iPad Satechi 108W USB-C 3-Port GaN Wall ChargerWeather on the Way (app)iExit (app)Weego Jump Starter 22CarPlay Tips (screenshots and customize layout)Flight Trackers (apps)Twelve South AirFlyBoarding Pass Tech TipsFlipster for Digital Magazines (app)Digital Books on Hoopla or Libby (apps)Download Movies/TV Shows from Streaming Services Before you LeaveCameras and Motion DetectorsUse a VPN like TunnelBear1Password Travel ModeForeign Languages and Translation AppsTomToc case for iPad that fits the Pencil as wellOn/Go at-Home COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Self-TestAnything from Tom Bihn (especially the Snake Charmer)Glif + Hand Grip + Wrist Strap by Studio NeatiPhone JD TripIt Pro ReviewMagSafe Duo Charger from Apple Store or Apps in Law Amazon link Apple’s MagSafe Battery Pack from Apple Store or iPhone JD Amazon link iPhone JD Anker PowerCore 10000 PD Redux Review Anker PowerPort series from iPhone JD Amazon linkiPhone JD Satechi 108W USB-C 3-Port GaN Wall Charger ReviewiPhone JD Weather on the Way App ReviewiExit (app)iPhone JD Weego Jump Starter 22 ReviewiPhone JD Twelve South AirFly ReviewiPhone JD Flipster for Digital Magazines App ReviewiPhone JD eufyCam 2 Pro ReviewMotion detectors in your home, such as the Eve MotioniPhone JD Google Translate Review TomToc case for iPad that fits the Pencil as well from Apps in Law Amazon linkiPhone JD On/Go at-Home COVID-19 Rapid Antigen SelfSupport the showBrett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.comJeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.com