In Touch with iOS

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by Chuck Joiner. We debate the Facebook vs Apple anti-tracking, iOS 14.3 whats new, review of Fitness+, Airpods Pro Max comparing to high end headphones, App Store privacy settings, and why some of us don't like the HomePod handoff. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio News macOS Big Sur 11.1 Enables Full-Screen iPhone and iPad Apps on M1 Macs iOS 14 Now Installed on 81% of iPhones From the Last Four Years Facebook Says Apple's Upcoming Anti-Tracking Prompt is 'More About Profit Than Privacy' and Backs Epic Games vs. Apple [Updated] and Apple Responds to Facebook's Anti-Tracking Criticism, Says Users Deserve Control and Transparency Here is a link to Apple's App Store Privacy policy: App Store & Privacy Topics A side note our discussion on the AirPods Pro Max from last week: here is more info and a comparison to high end headphones from a MacVoices viewer describing comparisons to high end. Who are the AirPods Max aimed towards? It's the same market or type of consumer that these wireless headphones are aimed at; Beyerdynamic Amiron Wireless Copper ($699) DALI‌ IO-6 ($499) Sennheiser RS 195 ($449) Master & Dynamic MW65 ($499) Focal Listen Bluetooth Wireless ($490) With the exception of noise cancellation, what the AirPods Pro Max brings to the table that these other brands don't is the following; Spatial Audio Atmos, 7.1 support Active Noise Cancellation Transparency mode Adaptive EQ using mics and sensors Ear and neck detection Multiple SoC for extended battery life and computation audio processing Apple grade pairing lagless wireless audio, auto switching the ability to add features, over time, via software updates So if you're someone that appreciates high-end audio AND tight-integration with the Apple ecosystem, there's a good chance these headphones are for you. As well as there's the fashion angle. Beta this week. iOS 14.4 Beta 1 was released to developers and Pubic beta and we discuss whats new. Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 14.4 and iPadOS 14.4 to Developers Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 7.3 to Developers Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 14.4 to Developers Upcoming HomePod 14.4 Software Update to Add New HomePod Mini U1 Features iOS 14.3 is officially out. We review all the new features. 10 (good) reasons to install iOS 14.3 Privacy Nutrition Labels App Clips ProRAW format for high-end iPhones Proximity Controls for HomePod Fitness+ Weather adds Air Quality Shortcuts get stealthy TV app gets better adds TV+ tab iOS 14.3 Features: Everything New in iOS 14.3 Apple Releases 14.3 Software for HomePod and HomePod Min How to Assign Primary Users to Individual HomePods in the Same Household Apple Releases watchOS 7.2 With Fitness+, Cardio Fitness Notifications, and More Fitness+ was released this week. Apple Fitness+ we discuss the features and what to expect with this new service.Here is How to Sign Up for Apple Fitness+ and Its included with the AppleOne Premier bundle. Apple Fitness+ Works on iPhone and iPad Without an Apple Watch but you cannot airplay videos to AppleTV since it has its own app. Life Time Health & Fitness Club Offering Apple Fitness+ as Part of Membership here are Countries Where Apple Fitness+ is Available and here is How to Find an Apple Fitness+ Workout. . The Fitness app is not on the iPad here is How to Download the Fitness+ App on iPad here is How to Download an Apple Fitness+ Workout for Offline Viewing Tips How to use Handoff with HomePod and HomePod mini 4 ways to create a new contact on your iPhone Apps Copy That iOS from OWC Halide Camera App 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. About our Co-Host Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we talk about the new AirPods Max are they worth the price, review and give our opinions on how they will be. Fitness+ will be out next week will it be popular and will we use it. App picks and iOS 14.3 is almost out for all. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio News Apple retires Music Memos app for iOS, points users towards Voice Memos instead Brave Browser for iOS Updates App to Remove Reward Features That Violated App Store Rules Microsoft confirms Xbox cloud gaming is coming to iOS in spring 2021 Google Photos lets you sync liked images w/ Apple Photos Apple Music adds animated album covers in iOS 14.3, macOS 11.1 Disney+ gains 13M subscribers in two months, hits 86.8M paying users [u] ‎The Disney Vault Is Officially Open : App Store Story Disney vault is officially open on Disney+ Apple Confirms Family Sharing for In-App Purchases and Subscriptions is Now Available Apple launches repair program for iPhone 11 display with touch issues Apple Confirms 29W Power Adapter Incompatible With MagSafe Duo Charger Topics Beta this week. iOS 14.3 Beta 4. Apple Seeds Second Release Candidate of iOS 14.3 and iPadOS 14.3 to Developers HomePod OS 14.2.1 Apple Releases 14.2.1 Software for HomePod and HomePod Mini AirPods Max were released this week and we discuss all there is to know about them. Apple introduces AirPods Max, the magic of AirPods in a stunning over-ear design AirPods Max Unboxing Videos: 'More Than Good Enough to Compete With Other High-End Headphones' AirPods Max development took at least 4 years Apple didn't include the U1 chip in the new AirPods Max Fitness+ is being released December 14th we discuss and will we try it out. Apple Fitness+: The future of fitness launches December 14 Apple's Jay Blahnik Explains How Fitness+ Will Work for Beginners Apps Dave's Pick ‎Scanner Pro by Readdle on the App Store Warren's Pick 9to5Toys on the App Store ZeroLemon MagSafe charger clone About our Co-Host Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by Guy Serle. We review iOS apps running on the M1 Silicon Macs and are they worth the installation. Outlook.com email keeps asking for password, top 20 apps for 2020, revised accessibility site for Apple, and App picks of the week. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio News Apple Could Be Forced to Include a Charger with Every iPhone Sold in Brazil Google Authenticator iOS App Gains New Export Accounts Option Multiple iPhone 12 Users Report Sudden Drops in 5G and LTE Cellular Coverage Apple Watch Sets New Record With Estimated 11.8 Million Shipments Last Quarter iOS 14.2 Quietly Added FaceTime 1080p Support to iPhone 8 and Later Models MagSafe Duo Charger for iPhone 12 and Apple Watch Now Available for Purchase AppleCare Memo Hints at Potential Hardware Announcement Next Tuesday Apple revamps its Accessibility page to spotlight iOS and macOS features Family Sharing for Subscriptions Now Available Topics Beta this week. iOS, iPadOS, tvOS 14.3 Beta 3 and WatchOS 7.2. the beta update includes a few minor new features, like ProRAW support for iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max cameras, Apple Releases Third Betas of iOS 14.3 and iPadOS 14.3 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available] Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 7.2 to Developers Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 14.3 Update to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available] Many users are complaining about iOS14 mail asking to sign back into your Outlook.com email account. After iOS 14 updates, required to reset password for Outlook in Apple Mail App - Microsoft Q&A Running iOS apps on a M1 Silicon Mac. We discuss how you install the iOS apps on your Silicon Mac and ways around offloading them when the developer doesnt "allow" it. We also discuss why would you want to run them on your Mac. https://www.theverge.com/2020/11/18/21574207/how-to-install-run-any-iphone-ipad-app-m1-mac Apple Announces top downloaded iOS games for 2020 we discuss and might have a played a few. Apple Shares Top 20 Most Downloaded Games and Apps of 2020 Apple revamped their accessibility site and we discuss all the great features added. Apple revamps its Accessibility page to spotlight iOS and macOS features Apple Accessibility Site Tips Remove Location Data From Photos App Of the Week Guy's Pick Robot wants kitty ios Warren's Pick ‎Secret Photo Vault - Keepsafe on the App Store Dave's Pick ‎Lightleap - Formerly Quickshot on the App Store About our Guest Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast. Email: guy@mymac.com Twitter: @MacParrot or VertShark Podcasts: MyMac Podcast http://mymac.com and Mac to the Future GO! Podcast About our Co-Host Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by Jeff Gamet. We review the HomePod Mini and provide a demo on its sound. Dave reviews the MagSafe Charger and a Samsung T5 SSD drive for the iPad. Also some great hidden iPhone tips. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio News Xbox Series X Controller Support Coming to Apple Devices Original iPhone SE, iPhone 6S could be left behind in iOS 15 Cable companies offered brandable Apple TV remote alternative iFixIt Teardown shows iPhone 12 Pro Max's enlarged camera module Apple Releases iOS 14.2.1 for iPhone 12 Specific Bugs Apple Fitness+ Arriving with iOS 14.3 and watchOS 7.2? Sensor Tower: top five widget apps for iOS 14 installed on 15% of US iPhones Topics Beta this week. iOS 14.3 Beta 2. the beta update includes a few minor new features, like ProRAW support for iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max cameras, Apple releases second developer betas of tvOS 14.3 and watchOS 7.2 iOS 14.3 beta makes it easier to set custom app icon HomePod Mini Reviews. Both Jeff and Dave received their HomePod Mini and provide their reviews. Jeff went a step further and posted many pictures on social media comparing them to Amazon Echo and the big boy HomePod. He did provide an audio demo to get an idea of the sound. Jeff's Demo Setup Dave's Review of the Apple MagSafe charger for iPhone 12. It also works with wireless charging on iPhone's wireless and the AirPods and Airpods Pro with wireless charging. MagSafe Charger Also a review of the Samsung T5 External SSD 1TB for the iPad and Mac SAMSUNG T5 Portable SSD 1TB - Up to 540MB/s - USB 3.1 External Solid State Drive Dave appeared on the MacVoices 2020 first of many gift guides and gave some great options for gifts along with Chuck Joiner, Kelly Guimont and Brett Terpstra joined him the show is broken down in 2 parts? MacVoices #20260: MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #1 (1) MacVoices #20261: MacVoices Holiday Gift Guide #1 (2) Tips Wifi and Bluetooth Access in Control Center Calculator erase numbers Accessiblity Visual indicator Apps Dave's Picks Video 2 Photo iOS FilmBox iOS About our Guest 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 Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet, and soon as the host of That Interview Show. About our Co-Host Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we both have our iPhone 12 Pro Max and we give our review. We talk iPhone Backup and problems restoring. Beta 14.3 is out and we review the one more thing event. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio News Apple Begins Issuing Monthly Credits to Apple TV+ Subscribers Through January HomePod Mini Begins Shipping to Customers, First Orders Arrive November 16 iPhone 12 Mini Users Report Lock Screen Touch Sensitivity Issues Disney+ Surpasses 73 Million Paying Subscribers Topics Dave and Warren both received their iPhone 12 Pro Max Dave has a Pacific Blue 256GB and Warren a Silver 256GB. We give our first impressions with its performance and new features including the new camera. Dave had quite the ordeal trying to restore his backup to the new iPhone 12 Pro Max as it seemed his back up was corrupt after hours of trying and it also would not restore iPhone to iPhone. So he decided to just set it up manually and signed into his iCloud account. He wanted to delete the backup and it would not allow that. He reviews this. Turned out Apple had locked the backup for 48 hours and it took 1 hour talking to Apple Support We discuss the back up process and how to restore your iPhone when failure occurs Cases. There are many cases available for the iPhone 12 Pro Max here are some choices. THREEBEES Compatible with iPhone 12 Pro Max Case TOZO Compatible for iPhone 12 Pro Max Case Speck Products Presidio Perfect-Clear iPhone 12 Pro Max Case, Clear/Clear iPhone 12 Pro Max Leather Case with MagSafe iPhone 12 Pro Max Clear Case with MagSafe . Beta this week. iOS 14.3 Beta 1. Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 14.3 and iPadOS 14.3 to Public Beta Testers iOS 14.3 will suggest third-party apps to users during the iPhone or iPad setup process The HomePod Mini is shipping this week and Dave has 2 on order and will be giving a review in future episode. One more thing even was this past week we review all the Mac Announcements including Warren's purchase. About our Co-Host Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple.

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren are joined by attorney Michael DJ Eisenberg. We talk about using iOS devices at law firms, iOS and your digital legacy and final thoughts before we pre order our iPhone 12 Pro Max. iOS 14.2 was released with HomePod Intercom. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio As we always do we ask our new guest what iOS devices he has and how he uses them, News Apple announces special event for November 10: 'One more thing' and its Dave's Birthday :) Apple Watch Now Supports Standalone Spotify Streaming Pandora Update Adds HomePod Support 'The Mandalorian' Supports AirPods Pro Spatial Audio AirPods Pro free replacement eligibility: how to check yours Topics Beta this week. iOS 14.2 has been released to all as of today along with HomePod, WatchOS, iPadOS, and tvOS. Apple Releases iOS 14.2 and iPadOS 14.2 With New Emoji, Control Center Music Recognition, Intercom, Wallpapers and More Apple Releases 14.2 Software for HomePod With New Siri, Intercom and Home Theater Features Apple Releases tvOS 14.2 for Fourth and Fifth-Generation Apple TV Models Apple fixes three iOS zero-days exploited in the wild About the security content of iOS 12.4.9 Dave and Warren are on the eve of pre ordering the iPhone 12 Pro Max is it worth it? iPhone 12 Pro Max vs iPhone XS Max: Should You Upgrade? HomePod Mini pre order is also tomorrow. Michael as an attorney we find out how iOS works in a law firm. We also talk with Michael about your digital legacy and tips on how to protect yourself when you pass and making sure your devices are accessible. About our Guest Michael D.J. Eisenberg is a Washington, DC based attorney. He helps Veterans with their disability benefits appeals before the Department of Veterans Affairs, Military Members with their Medical/Physical Evaluation Boards, and Federal Employees with their Federal Employment matters. Michael has taken his 40 year love of computers into a blog helping his fellow attorneys at The Tech Savvy Lawyer.Page where he also hosts a biweekly podcast, The Tech Savvy Lawyer.Page Podcast. On his podcast, he interviews judges, attorneys and others in the legal arena where they talk about how computers, software and hardware enhance their practice of law and their services to their clients. Twitter @tslp13 About our Co-Host Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren are here we review the new Apple One Bundle and give cost comparisons. iPad Air vs iPad Pro and is the Pro with it. Warren gets a braided solo loop for his watch at the Apple Store. A new App Pick ClipDrop is reviewed. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio News Clips gets its biggest update ever iPhone 12 Lineup Enables Personal Hotspot Over Faster 5GHz Wi-Fi iPad Air Might Make the Pro Obsolete Microsoft now rolling out full iPadOS trackpad support to Word, PowerPoint, and Excel apps T-Mobile activates mid-band 5G in nearly 200 new cities and towns Topics Beta this week. 14.2 RC was released after a bug that kept popping up that it needed updating and it wasn't ready. It should be on track to be released this week along with pre orders or the iPhone 12 Mini and iPhone 12 Pro Max. Hands-on with iOS 14.2 RC top changes and features [Video] Warren has a new watch band and his experience with the band measurement at the Apple Store His son has the iPhone 12 why not go with the pro? He gives his impressions. We also talk about a great Trade-In Deal with T-Mobile. Apple One Bundles are here! We discuss the different packages available, is it worth the and you can add an additional 2TB of storage to iCloud bringing the maximum to 4TB. Apple One bundle now live: discounted Apple Music and more How much money can you save with the Apple One subscription bundle? iPad Air vs iPad Pro is the Air the worthy model? 2020 iPad Air vs. iPad Pro: Hands-On Comparison Tips Press and hold the App Store Icon and brings up Menu you can select Update right to the update section. How to Listen to Audiobooks on an Apple Watch How to Change Tips on the AirPods Pro How to Force Restart iPhone SE (2020 model) iPhone 12: How to Hard Reset, Enter DFU, Recovery Mode, and More How To Use iPhone 12 Pro To Measure Person's Height Apps ‎ClipDrop - AR Copy Paste on the App Store - Website: https://clipdrop.co/ About our Co-Host Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren and Jeff Gamet joins us this week. Warren has way too many iPhone cases, many more choice for iPhone chargers now that its not included, earwax is the issue with your AirPods, and intercom comes to the HomePod..sort of. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio News Apple Updates iMovie and GarageBand for iOS With New Features Apple TV app launching on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 next month Earwax in AirPods, or a fault? New Apple tool will find out. Quibi video service shuts down 6 months after launch, 1 day after Apple TV app release Apple's TV Remote App Pulled From App Store Since Functionality is Available in Control Center iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPad Air orders have begun iPhone 12 Supports Downloading OTA iOS Updates On 5G Apple eyeing 'Express' store format to help deal with iPhone 12 demand Topics Warren attempted selling his iPhone 11 Pro Max prematurely. He has quite a collection of cases a total of 13 to be exact. What iPhone 12 models are we all ordering? iOS 14.1 was released. Apple Releases iPadOS and iOS 14.1 With Multiple Bug Fixes Ahead of iPhone 12 Launch very strange release prior to this. Then this happened again. Another iOS 14 Bug Resets Default Mail and Browser App After App Updates Beta this week. iOS 14.2 Beta 4 was released. Beta 4 of iOS 14.2 & iPadOS 14.2 Released for Testing and iOS 14.2 and iPadOS 14.2 Beta 4 Download Available Now Public Beta Apple seeds fourth public betas of iOS 14.2 and iPadOS 14.2 to public beta testers WatchOS Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 7.1 to Developers Whats new with Chargers? There are some great values now that the power adapter will not be included with the iPhone 12. Best iPhone 12 Chargers 2020 HomePod 14.1 was released adding Intercom support to the HomePod and ready for HomePod Mini. Hands-On with the HomePod's New Intercom Feature, Alarms, and Siri Tricks Why should you buy the HomePod Mini? About our Guest 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 Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet, and soon as the host of That Interview Show. Jeff is moderating this event on October 28, 2020: How to Get in the Automation Mindset + Intro to Zapier About our Co-Host Co-Host Warren Sklar @Wsklar is an IT Consultant and moderator of the Mac To The Future FaceBook Group with over 3000 members talking about all things Apple. Request to join this group to be among people who love Apple

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by Kelly Guimont. We do a final recap of the Apple new HomePod Mini and iPhone 12. Dave does a review of a new Netgear Mesh router be bought that set up nicely using his iPhone. Some Safari iOS tips including translate websites. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio News MagSafe-Compatible iPhone Accessories Coming From PopSocket Dolby Atmos Coming to HomePod With Apple TV 4K Walmart opens limited preorders for the new iPad Air, ships October 23 Topics Beta this week. iOS 14.2 Beta 3 was released this week Apple releases third public betas of iOS 14.2 and iPadOS 14.2 5 Things to Know About the iPadOS 14.1 Update 5 Things to Know About the iOS 14.1 Update HomePod Mini was a great announcement and what an amazing price what were our thoughts and will we buy one. We discuss what iPhone would be best for you with the new iPhone 12 announced there are so many models still available one may fit you better than others. Which iPhones are Dave and Kelly getting? This is a great guide to all iPhone sizes. iPhone 12 Size Comparison: All iPhone Models Side by Side Magsafe Charging will it be worth it? We discuss the new way to charge iPhones. No more power adapters and they include the Lightning to USB-C cable pick yourself up a 100W USB-C charger 100W, AUKEY Omnia USB C Charger (Upgraded) with GaNFast Technology, PD Charger Power Delivery 3.0 iPhone 11 Pro Max, 5G in a few minutes what is it and why did Apple make such a big deal about it during the event this week? Dave bought a new mesh router from Netgear with WIFI 6.He wanted to discuss how amazingly easy it was to set up just using a iPhone and the Nighthawk App. This is a link to the Costco Site. https://www.costco.com/netgear-nighthawk-whole-home-mesh-wifi-6-system%2c-3-pack.product.100536361.html Tips Safari in iOS Tips Translate in Safari When you navigate to a website an want to translate it Tap the Aa button in the bar and select translate. Show the settings and show how to add languages to make it easier to translate. Toggle between English and other language. Privacy Report - Click the Aa button on the bar and select Privacy report. You would be amazed how many trackers there are on some websites. Brower Default - When you install other browsers like Firefox, Edge, Chrome, and some others you now can change the default browser. Goto Settings > in this case Chrome and select Default Browser. Clipboard privacy. iOS 14 now is watching when apps use your clipboard. When you copy and paste something from one app to another you will get a warning like this. About our Guest Kelly Guimont writes for The Mac Observer and is the host of The Daily Observations Podcast. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso

The latest episode of In Touch With iOS Dave is joined by Mike Potter, Gary Malpas, Chuck Joiner, and Eric E and provide their first-hand reactions to Apple's Hi Speed Event where they announced HomePod mini and the entire lineup of iPhone 12 models including the mini, Pro, and Pro Max! The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio This Episode was simulcasted with For Mac Eyes Only my thanks to Mike Potter for hosting and help with editing this episode. HomePod mini iPhone 12 & 12 mini iPhone Pro and Pro Max Links to our Co-Hosts and Guests Mike Potter - For Mac Eyes Only Chuck Joiner - MacVoices Gary GazMaz Malpas - MyMac.com Eric Erickson