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Send us a textWhat the video!https://youtu.be/mORc6vzqV0kIn the News blog post for September 3, 2021:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2021/09/in-the-news593.html If it’s a Hurricane, Ida Wanna Know! Digitizing Your Driver’s LicenseApps That Want a Bite of the AppleBONUS #1: What does Facebook know about you?BONUS #2: We ALL need some Ted Lasso vibesBrett’s Notes Tip: Get your iCloud Notes on Windows Jeff’s Hurricane Gadget: Midland ER310 Emergency RadioJeff’s post on Hurricane IdaJeff’s review of TripIt ProJohn Gruber: Initial Details on Using Driver’s Licenses and State ID’s in Apple WalletJohn Gruber: Apple To Relax Anti-steering Rules To Allow ‘reader’ Apps To Link To Their Websites For Account Creation And ManagementGood Ted Lasso vibes!Brett’s Notes Tip: We talk a LOT about the Notes app on iPhone & iPad, and one of the reasons is because the app is so accessible right from an iOS device. And for me using a Mac, the Notes app is right there and everything is synced. But I know a lot of folks are NOT using a Mac, and unfortunately Apple doesn’t offer a Notes app for Windows. The easiest way to access your Notes on a Windows computer is to simply open a browser and visit www.icloud.com where you’ll find a Notes icon there to see all the synced Notes from your iPhone or iPad. Another way to do this is create a Progressive Web App, which is really a shortcut to the website, but it might be easier to access there. Jeff’s Hurricane Gadget: Midland ER310 Emergency Radio ($60). Built-in rechargeable 2600 mAh battery (Micro USB) (32 hours of radio), or can use built-in crank to charge, or can use built-in solar panel to charge, or can use 6 AA batteries. AM/FM, NOAA Weather Alerts, Emergency flashlight / SOS beacon, Ultrasonic dog whistle, and a USB port to charge an iPhone. 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/aufMf7DrLU8In the News blog post for August 27, 2021:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2021/08/in-the-news592.html  Cooking Up Apples for 10 YearsWhat Will Replace the iPhone in the NEXT 10 Years?Meshing Around with the InternetBONUS #1: Apple Celebrates America’s National ParksBONUS #2: Schmigadoon!Brett’s Shazam TipJeff’s Secure Wi-Fi TipJeff’s story on Steve Jobs’ last letter (August 25, 2011)Parker Ortolani’s piece on remembering Steve Jobs on 9to5Mac.comJeff’s review of the eero Pro 3-packImprove Your Home Wi-Fi with Mesh, Powerline, MoCA, or More Routers Apple Celebrates America’s National Parks From Leprechauns to Corn Puddin’: All the Musical References in Schmigadoon! (Variety) Brett’s Shazam Tip: I LOVE using Shazam and happy that Apple acquired them in 2018. I hardly even open the Shazam app, but I would usually say “Hey Siri, what song is this?” which worked ok, but sometimes it would take too long. But you can add the Shazam button to your Control Center by going into Settings and adding “Music Recognition” to the Control Center and this works MUCH better! Jeff’s Secure Wi-Fi Tip: Secure your wi-fi router with Apple’s HomeKit. Just make sure your wi-fi router support HomeKit and you can connect them. This will help make sure your fish tanks are secure! 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/qdhYoJkafhAIn the News blog post for August 20, 2021:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2021/08/in-the-news591.htmlPSA: What to do NOW if you use T-Mobile … Apple Theft DeterrentsDegrees of ImmersivenessA Subtle Twist on Crossword PuzzlesBONUS #1 - PDF Expert update with “construction tools”BONUS #2 - New Mela recipe app from the developer of the Reeder appBrett’s Photo Tip: Use Shared Albums on your iPhoneJeff’s Gadget: The Glif + Hand Grip + Wrist Strap by Studio NeatBillie Eilish video from last week’s In the News blog post  Jeff recommends: CODA on Apple TV+ Crossword fans should give Apple Arcade’s Wurdweb a try Jeff’s review of the PDF Expert update with “construction tools” Mela: An Elegant and Innovative Recipe and Cooking App for iPhone, iPad, and Mac Brett’s Photo Tip: Create Shared Albums on your iPhone to easily share pictures and videos with others. First make sure that Shared Albums are turned on in Settings > iCloud and then you as the “Owner” can create a Shared Album and invite others to join the Album. I add pictures to a Shared Album by going into my Photos, selecting them, and then tapping the Share icon, then “Shared Album” and selecting the album I want them added to.  Jeff’s Gadget: One of the most handy ways to hold your iPhone to take videos: Glif + Hand Grip + Wrist Strap by Studio Neat - you can purchase just the Glif for $28, or the whole package for $55.  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/XtabRQX3X-YIn the News blog post for August 13, 2021:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2021/08/in-the-news590.html A Smattering of Privacy and Protection UpdatesThe Point of an Apple TVMagSafe for Maximum Convenience BONUS #1: TranscriptPad Update - It SPEAKS!BONUS #2: Save on Refurbished iPadsBrett’s iPhone/iPad Tip - Select multiple messages or filesJeff’s iPhone Camera Tip - Take a quick pictureJeff’s review of the LA Wallet app for your iPhone, to carry your proof of vaccination Jeff’s coverage of Apple’s announcements on expanded protection measures for childrenHow to test your iPhone for Pegasus spyware using the iMazing software (from CNET)Brett’s review of the iMazing softwareAirTags Help Recover a Stolen Scooter!Find the best streaming package for your area with SupposeFind the best FAKE TV shows to watch!David Sparks’ brief but brilliant review of the MagSafe battery packBrett’s iPhone/iPad Tip: You can select multiple email messages or files by using two fingers to drag downward on the screen. I do this all the time when I need to quickly delete several messages at a time. Jeff’s iPhone Camera Tip: Multiple ways to take a quick picture!On the lock screen, swipe to the left.On the lock screen, long press on the camera icon at the bottom right. Go to Settings -> Control Center -> Camera.  Make sure the camera is in Included Controls and drag it up or down for placement so you can access it from any app. Back Tap - Use the Shortcuts app to create a two-step shortcut:  CAMERA: Take 1 photo with Back Camera / Save Photo to Recents … or … Go to Settings -> Accessibility -> Touch -> [scroll to bottom] Back Tap -> [select double or triple tap] -> Shortcuts [name of your shortcut]One word of caution - just be aware of giving access to the camera of your iPhone from the lock screen. 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/_SwzOISGUGE In the News blog post for August 6, 2021:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2021/08/in-the-news589.htmlWe’re not Worthy … of a Steve Job’s AutographQuick Notes are Brilliant Notes Finding My Favorite New Find My Features!AirPods Pro Getting a Boost of a FeatureBONUS #1: Behind the Design: Carrot WeatherBONUS #2: Shot on iPhone - Film TechniquesBrett’s iPhone Photo Tip (Live Photos)Jeff’s iPhone Notes Tip (Lots of ideas!)Steve Jobs quote on podcasts: They’re the “Wayne’s World of Radio” John Voorhees discusses the new Quick Notes feature for iPadOS 15All the new “Find My” features coming in iOS 15The new “Conversation Boost” feature coming for AirPods ProBehind the Design: Carrot Weather Shot on iPhone | Film Techniques: Behind the Scenes | AppleBrett’s iPhone Photo Tip: When you take a Live Photo on your iPhone, you can apply “effects” including Loop (video loop), Bounce (Live Photo rocks back and forth), or Long Exposure (e.g. a waterfall becomes a magical blur). Jeff’s iPhone Notes Tip: Here are some ideas for things to store in the Notes app on your iPhone/iPad.  You may want to try one of these, or this may spark an even better idea for you.  File numbersCommon phone numbersTalk to spouse itemsMovies and TV show I may want to watchPacking listNames and Faces for a group [profession group, kid’s team]Historical items:  past addresses/dates, assistants you have worked with and when you did so, past cars you owned, past presents you have given someone.  Names and faces can become a historical item.LightbulbsRecipes to try.  (For me, cocktails)Pin just a few key ones!BONUS:  If you use a password manager like 1Password, you can also store secure notes for things that are even more confidential.  Keeping track of your salary as it changed over the years.  Medical conditions or medications. Gift ideas for your spouse.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/IVmKmhBR9Lk In the News blog post for July 30, 2021:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2021/07/in-the-news588.html1. PSA: Upgrade All The Things!2. Digitizing Jeff’s Cute Baby Pictures!3. Impressive Numbers, Impressive Services 4. Magnificent Batteries for Your iPhone 125. BONUS #1: Spatial Beatles6. BONUS #2: Taking Night Time Photos with Mesh, Gel, and Your Breath 7. Brett’s Apple Watch App: Thwip8. Jeff’s Apple Watch App: Swipe ScoreboardApple’s warns iPhone, iPad, and Mac users to update their software now – here’s whyJeff’s review of MyHeritage app - enhance and animate old photographsBrett’s pick for digitizing old photo albums: PhotomynePixelmator Photo on the iPad - excellent repair, adjust colors, ML toolsPS Express on iPad - for fixing red eyeJeff’s post on Apple 2021 fiscal third quarter -- the iPhone and iPad angleHands-on: How Apple’s new iPhone 12 MagSafe Battery Pack compares to Anker’s for on-the-go chargingFrom Rolling Stone magazine: The Beatles in Spatial Audio: Producer Giles Martin on How It All WorksFrom Apple: Shoot and Edit Otherworldly Photos in Night Mode with Maria LaxBrett’s Apple Watch App: Thwip because “sound effects make life 7% funnier.” It’s free!https://rafa.design/ https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id1523810458 Jeff’s Apple Watch App: Swipe Scoreboard - A great way to keep score while your kids are playing a sport. Works great for soccer. $0.99 to unlock the different sports on the iPhone app, but the free version may be all you need for the Apple Watch.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/dh5IBB9ay1k In the News blog post for July 23, 2021:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2021/07/in-the-news587.html1. The NSO Group’s Pegasus Software2. A KeyRing for an AirTag3. A Clever Trick for a MagSafeBONUS #1: Record Your Own Weather Forecast!BONUS #2: 14th Annual iPhone Photography AwardsJeff’s review of the Apple AirTag and Belkin Key Ring caseA YouTuber sent an AirTag to Apple CEO Tim Cook — this is what he got backJeff’s review of the Apple Lightning DockRecord your own weather forecast with the CARROT Weather app14th Annual iPhone Photography AwardsBrett’s iMessages Tip: In iMessages, you can “Hide Alerts” for only certain individuals or message groups by swiping to the left on a message and tapping the blue bell with a slash through it. You’ll now see a crescent moon on the left of that message and it will stop notifications for ONLY that conversation, but you’ll still receive notifications for all your other messages. https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201287Jeff’s iMessages Tip: If you want to let someone know that you are on your way, you can certainly send them a quick text message.  If you want to be more precise, there are some quick ways to do that in the Messages app.  First, you can type “I’m at” and then hit the spacebar.  The iPhone will give you a suggestion of sending your current location on the map.  Second, you can type “I’ll be there in” and then hit the spacebar.  If the iPhone thinks it knows where you are going (for example, if you are using Maps to navigate or you recently looked up a location), the iPhone will suggest how long it will take you to get there.  Just tap the suggestion and the other person will know where to expect you.https://osxdaily.com/2019/05/15/how-send-current-location-messages-iphone-phrase/ 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/CSQb8x6wiaoIn the News blog post for July 16, 2021:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2021/07/in-the-news586.html1. Better MagSafe than Battery Sorry2. More Elite Data Please!3. Windows on an iPadBONUS #1: Draw Yourself as a Peanuts Character!BONUS #2: HaystackJeff’s review of the Anker PowerCore 10000 PD Redux - USB-C portable chargerJeff’s review of the Anker PowerPort - he recommends one that has both USB and USB-CList of Brett’s preferred battery packs that include cables and power prongs:A couple others: https://amzn.to/3xXbmte and https://amzn.to/3xLWjmm  Jeff discuss the T-Mobile test drive program in the July 2, 2021 edition of In the News:  Draw Yourself as a Peanuts Character!https://www.loopinsight.com/2021/07/15/apple-artist-teaches-you-how-to-draw-yourself-as-a-peanuts-character-using-ipad-and-apple-pencilBrett’s Apple Watch Tip (literally a Tip!): Use the calculator app on your Apple Watch to quickly calculate a tip amount! You can adjust the tip percentage and even split the tip among others in your party. https://support.apple.com/guide/watch/calculator-apdc0baea711/watchosJeff’s Feel-Good Video Pick: Ted Lasso received 20 Emmy nominations this week, the most that the first season of any comedy series has ever received in TV history.  But anything that is good can also be made fun of.  The very funny Honest Trailers series -- part of the Screen Junkies channel on YouTube -- loves to poke fun at popular movies and TV shows, and this week they released the Honest Trailers take on Season 1 of Ted Lasso. It’s funny and worth watching. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMG30Mt0tPU 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! In the News blog post for July 9, 2021:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2021/07/in-the-news585.html 1. GoodNotes, Bad Notes, Any Kind of Notes!2. Playing Around in Your Car3. [Don’t] Be Still My Apple Watch Heart!4. BONUS: All Your Questions Answered About the LIT SUITE Subscription!Using an iPad to draft an appellate oral argument (and the GoodNotes app)https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2017/06/ipad-oral-argument.htmlNorton Shores (MI) woman credits Apple Watch for detecting heart conditionhttps://www.wzzm13.com/article/news/health/norton-shores-woman-credits-apple-watch-for-detecting-heart-condition/Taking an ECG with the ECG app on Apple Watch Series 4, Series 5, or Series 6https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208955#use Jeff’s Presentation Tip: You can use Keynote in a PowerPoint world! Start your presentation in Keynote and use the better tools for managing pictures and objects (like the Instant Alpha tool!), and then you can export your Keynote slides to PowerPoint - usually only minor tweaks necessary.  Brett’s Presentation Tip: Use your iPhone to remotely control your Keynote presentation on your Mac or iPad - it’s like a presentation remote on steroids! Both devices must be on the same network and you connect through the Keynote app.Support the showBrett Burney from http://www.appsinlaw.comJeff Richardson from http://www.iphonejd.com

Send us a textWatch the video!https://youtu.be/IDjadgmoEzcIn the News blog post for July, 2021:https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2021/07/in-the-news584.html1. Where were YOU 14 years ago?2. Add some color to that computer on your wrist!3. How many K’s can your TV handle? 4. BONUS: Do NOT install the iOS 15 Public Beta! (wait until later)David Pogue: iPhone - The Music Videohttps://youtu.be/vniMR6Ez9cEApple introduces international bands for Apple Watchhttps://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2021/06/international-collection-watch-band.htmlOne of Brett’s favorite Apple Watch bands from Amazon.Jeff’s Review: Apple TV 4K (2nd generation)https://www.iphonejd.com/iphone_jd/2021/06/review-apple-tv.htmlBrett’s App: iExit is one of the best road-trip companion because it tells you what’s coming up on the next exits on U.S. Interstate Highways. Plus it’s FREE!Jeff’s App: Google Voice is a free app and service that gives you a phone number for calling, text messaging, and voicemail.  When a store or company or organization asks me for my number but I don’t want to give them my real phone number, I give them my Google Voice number.  They can leave voice mails there or send text messages, but I have notifications turned off for the Google Voice app so that I’m not bothered by those calls coming in.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