In Touch with iOS

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.  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  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 Twitter Instagram News 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   Topics 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.  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 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. 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  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 Twitter Instagram 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 Topics 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 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 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. 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  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 Mastodon Twitter Instagram 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.  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

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. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com 
Direct Link to Audio  Links to our Show We now have chapters in the episode!  Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee  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 Twitter Instagram News 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 Topics 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.  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,  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

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. 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  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 Twitter Instagram News 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 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 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 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.   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  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 Twitter Instagram 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 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 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. 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  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 Twitter Instagram 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 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 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. 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  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 Twitter Instagram 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 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 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.   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  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 Twitter Instagram 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 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 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.  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  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 Twitter Instagram News 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’ 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 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