

In Touch with iOS
David Ginsburg
In Touch with iOS, is a podcast that talks about iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Hosted by Dave Ginsburg, he is joined by different guests from the Apple Community. Dave uses his real world experience as a 25 year IT professional and iPhone subject matter expert to teach and entertain his listeners each week. An early adopter of many Apple products including the iPhone, you can be assured Dave will provide his views on the cutting edge of technology.
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Mar 31, 2024 • 1h 7min
299 - Merging 2 Apple ID’s sort of - With Guest Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by guest Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Dave decided to finally “merge his 2 Apple ID’s. Well sort of. The issue is paid content like apps, movies, books, cannot be moved to the new Apple ID. This is where Family sharing gets involved. The latest beta has still not been released. But more importantly install iOS 17.4.1 for security fixes. WWDC 24 was announced. We talk about MacStock 8 and more. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! 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 Mastadon X Instagram Threads Spoutible Topics Beta this week. Still no beta but very important Update Your iPhone Now: iOS 17.4.1 Includes These Security Fixes and iOS 17.4.1 and macOS 14.4.1 come with these 2 security fixes Apple Releases Revised Versions of iOS 17.4.1 and iPadOS 17.4.1 With Updated Build Number People The Apple Journal app isn’t sharing your location and name with everyone Apple Journal's 'Discoverable by Others' setting: How it works Dave decided to finally “merge his 2 Apple ID’s. Well sort of. The issue is paid content like apps, movies, books, cannot be moved to the new Apple ID. This is where Family sharing gets involved. Links to merging Apple ID that were referenced. Request a refund for apps or content that you bought from Apple If you can't find your family's shared apps and content - Apple Support How to share an Apple Music playlist on your iPhone or iPad Manage Family Sharing settings - Apple Support What is Family Sharing? - Apple Support Use Sync Library with your Apple Music subscription? Use iTunes to sync your iPhone, iPad, or iPod with your computer - Apple Support Save a copy of a playlist in Music on Mac - Apple Support News Apple Announces WWDC 2024 Event for June 10 to 14 Apple Hints at iOS 18 AI Announcements Coming at WWDC 2024 Apple Sues Former Employee for Leaking iPhone's Journal App and More Apple TV+ is the streaming platform with the highest rated content on IMDb Warning: Apple Users Targeted in Advanced Phishing Attack Involving Password Reset Requests Canva Acquires Serif's Affinity Apps Next-Gen Apple CarPlay Forcing Driver Instrument Cluster Takeover Triggers Lawsuit Apple to Launch New iPad Pro and iPad Air Models in May Announcements Macstock 8 is Here! July 12-14, 2024 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, 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 and the (hopefully) reconstituted Guy’s Daily Drive…which isn’t daily, but is done by driving so half accurate. email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677

Mar 24, 2024 • 1h 1min
298 - No New iPads for You and Macstock 8 - With Guest Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. iOS 17.4.1 was released with bug fixes. As a new guest, let's find out more about our new guest Marty Jencius and all his Apple gear. The big story. DOJ Files Antitrust suit against Apple. After many rumors, Mark Gurman says No iPad Announcement Planned for March 26.Did you know? How to Hum to Search on YouTube and YouTube Music. Apple's iPhone AI Talks With Google and OpenAI Still Ongoing. Turn your carplay in older cars into wireless connections. Cuarko Wireless Apple CarPlay Adapter Review and hands on experience, Plus more. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! 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 Mastadon X Instagram Threads Spoutible Topics Beta this week. iPadOS 17.4.1 Fixes QR Code Scanning Bug Apple Releases visionOS 1.1.1 With Bug Fixes Apple Releases iOS 17.4.1 and iPadOS 17.4.1 With Bug Fixes and Security Improvements Lets find out more about our new guest Marty Jencius and all his Apple gear. The big story. DOJ Files Antitrust suit against Apple US sues Apple for illegal monopoly over smartphones - The Verge Apple Sued by U.S. Department of Justice, Says Lawsuit is 'Wrong' - MacRumors . Turn your carplay in older cars into wireless connections. Cuarko Wireless Apple CarPlay Adapter Review and hands on experience, Order from Amazon here: cuarko Wireless CarPlay Adapter News and Topics Gurman: No iPad Announcement Planned for March 26 NYTimes echoes report of AI partnership talks between Apple and Google Apple's iPhone AI Talks With Google and OpenAI Still Ongoing Apple starts rolling out new AirTag firmware update YouTube TV Gains Multiview Support on iPhone and iPad There's still something special about the 2018 iPad Pro Did you know? How to Hum to Search on YouTube and YouTube Music Marty also gives us insights on his Vision Pro after just over one month of use Announcements Macstock 8 is Here! July 12-14, 2024 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, 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 Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social

Mar 16, 2024 • 1h 11min
297 - The ads on Apple TV+, Maybe - With Guest Jill McKinley Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Most apps with subscriptions fail to make more than $1000 per month. The clock is ticking on ad-free Apple TV+, so enjoy it while you can. What Magsafe chargers are good or bad? We discuss. Apple Sports app receives first update with MLB support, NCAA March Madness. Apple Buys DarwinAI Ahead of Major Generative AI Updates Coming. Plus more. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! 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 Mastadon X Instagram Threads Spoutible Topics Beta this week. iOS 17.4 is the current version no beta has been released this week. Apple Preparing iOS 17.4.1 Update for iPhone Well do subscriptions work? Most apps with subscriptions fail to make more than $1000 per month Report: Most Subscription-Based Apps Do Not Make Money Could this happen? The clock is ticking on ad-free Apple TV+, so enjoy it while you can What will Apple do with AI? Apple Buys DarwinAI Ahead of Major Generative AI Updates Coming in iOS 18 What Magsafe chargers are good or bad? We discuss and links to each one are below. Best MagSafe wireless chargers for iPhone 2024 MagSafe Charger links Apple MagSafe Charger Belkin Wireless Charger for MagSafe Anker MagGo Magnetic Wireless Charger ESR for Magsafe Charger, Wireless Charger Kickstand MagSafe Charger Compatible, Anker MagGo 3-in-1 Charging Station News Apple Watch Pulse Oximetry Can Be Reactivated Through Software in 2028 or With Successful Appeal iPhone SE 4 Expected to Depreciate Heavily Apple is now assembling the 6.1-inch iPhone 15 in Brazil Apple Sports app receives first update with MLB support, NCAA March Madness data, more VLC Media Player Potentially Coming to Apple Vision Pro Apple’s AirPods Pro could be getting a “hearing aid mode” later this year Google Chrome Gains Real-Time URL Protection on Mac and iOS Apple Said iPhone Driver's Licenses Would Expand to These 8 U.S. States… Two Years Ago 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, 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 Jill McKinley is a professional in the field of enterprise software, server administration, and IT for a university hospital. She started her technical career in Windows but now exclusively uses a Mac in her personal life. She hosts several podcasts, including Start with Small Steps where she offers tips and insights for a better life and the new Buzz Blossom & Squeak discussing how to better observe nature. Her podcasts at A Better Life in Small Steps and X @schmern.

Mar 10, 2024 • 1h 9min
296 - So Many Apple OS Updates! - With Guest Mike Potter, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Mike Potter, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Beta this week.iOS 17.4 was released to the public. Apple releases iOS 17.4, iPad 17.4 with compliance for EU Digital Markets Act. it also includes must install security fixes, iOS 17.4 patch list expands to over 40. Transcripts are now available in Apple Podcasts and they are amazing. Apple Changes Trade-In Values for Macs, iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watches. Plus much more. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! 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 X Instagram Threads Spoutible Topics Beta this week.iOS 17.4 was released to the public. Apple releases iPadOS 17.4 with compliance for EU Digital Markets Act Apple Releases iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 With EU App Changes, New Emoji, Podcast Transcripts and More iOS 17.4 Features: What's New in iOS 17.4 iOS 17.4 Lets Budget Apps Read Real-Time Apple Card Transaction Info Make Sure to Update: iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 Fix Two Major Security Vulnerabilities macOS 14.4 brings 50+ security fixes, iOS 17.4 patch list expands to over 40 How to find your new Apple Cash card number in iOS 17.4 iOS 17.4: Apple's 'new instrument cluster experience' for CarPlay iOS 17.4 has landed – here are six new features it brings to your iPhone Apple debuts new transcripts feature for Apple Podcasts in iOS 17.4 Apple introduces transcripts for Apple Podcasts Transcripts on Apple Podcasts Transcripts now available in Apple Podcasts Apple Releases watchOS 10.4 With Fix for Ghost Touch Bug - MacRumors Apple Releases HomePod Software 17.4 With Music Preference Update Apple Releases visionOS 1.1 With Improvements to Persona, EyeSight, Virtual Keyboard and More Apple Releases tvOS 17.4 Apple Releases macOS Sonoma 14.4 News Apple updates rules surrounding EU DMA compliance to address developer concerns Apple Changes Trade-In Values for iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watches Apple Ups Mac Trade-In Prices Following M3 MacBook Air Launch Apple hit with class action lawsuit over iCloud's 5GB limit Over 200 Apple Watches recovered from Illinois lakes by metal detectorist and diver The FDA just approved an iPhone-powered blood glucose monitor as Apple Watch sugar-sensing plan continues Apple TV+ adds a limited time library of 50 movies to stream for free Photo Editor Luminar Arrives on the iPad and Vision Pro 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, 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

Mar 2, 2024 • 1h 6min
295 - Wipe your iPhone its Windows - With Guest Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Beta this week. iOS 17.4 RC is released and it is anticipated to be released the first week of March 2024. Apple car project was canceled and they spent quite a bit discussing this and electric cars. There are rumors that Apple will be finally releasing new iPads. he great app service SetApp is creating an iOS Store in the EU. Dave does an unboxing of the newAuto-Tracking Stand Pro with DockKit for iPhone by Belkin which he just received today and the panel was surprised.AI and Apple. We discuss where they will go and other AI services like Microsoft CoPilot The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! 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 Mastadon X Instagram Threads Spoutible Topics Beta this week. iOS 17.4 RC is released and it is anticipated to be released the first week of March 2024. Apple Seeds Release Candidate Versions of iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available Apple Seeds tvOS 17.4 Beta 5 to Developers Apple Releases visionOS 1.1 Beta 4 Apple says iOS 17.4 includes these bug fixes and upgrades Apple car project was canceled and they spent quite a bit discussing this and electric cars. Apple Spent More Than $10 Billion on Apple Car Before Canceling Project Apple Car History - Where Did Development Go Wrong? NYT: Apple held talks with Elon Musk about buying Tesla, planned to use Siri instead of a steering wheel for Apple Car There are rumors that Apple will be finally releasing new iPads. : OLED iPad Pro's Thin Design Highlighted in CAD Drawings The great app service SetApp is creating an iOS Store in the EU. ”MacPaw Announces Upcoming Beta Version of Setapp Mobile in EU, Leading the Way Toward a More User-Centric App Ecosystem Dave does an unboxing of the newAuto-Tracking Stand Pro with DockKit for iPhone by Belkin which he just received today and the panel was surprised. AI and Apple. We discuss where they will go and other AI services like Microsoft CoPilot. Apple GPT: What We Know About Apple's Work on Generative AI News Apple got what it wanted at the shareholder meeting Apple ID Could Be Rebranded to 'Apple Account' Later This Year Zoom dropping support for older iOS versions next month Apple Pay Later plans will show up on credit reports Tips We give some tips you should not be doing on your iPhone and could be ruining it. You're Using the Wrong Accessories. Make sure you are using Apple MFi certified accessories. Should You Start Using Your iPhone While It's Charging? Battery management tips. You're Not Cleaning Your iPhone Properly. What to use to clean your iPhone. Keeping Your iPhone's Storage Full. Its important to keep some space available You Don't Keep Your iPhone Up to Date. Its so important to keep it updated. Announcements 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, 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 and the (hopefully) reconstituted Guy’s Daily Drive…which isn’t daily, but is done by driving so half accurate. email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677

Feb 24, 2024 • 1h 14min
294 - Dave’s all Taylor Swift Apple Music Replay unexpected Playlist - With Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Apple Increases iPhone 15's Advertised Battery Lifespan and we discuss this and how to manage your iPhone battery life. iOS 17.4 Beta 4 was released this week and it's looking like it will be released in March.Have you Ever wondered how to free up space on iCloud drive? We give some great tips.There was a Massive AT&T cellular outage on 2/22/24 we discuss how vulnerable and dependent we are on cellular networks. Apple introduced their very own Sports app and is it ready for prime time compared to other great sports apps. As well as we give Jeff some sports education.Plus more news The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! 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 Mastadon Twitter Instagram Spoutible Topics Beta this week. iOS 17.4 Beta 4 was released this week. Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available] Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 10.4 to Developers Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 17.4 to Developers Apple Releases Third Beta of visionOS 1.1 iOS 17.4 is coming next month: Here's everything new so far iPhone battery life is always a topic everyone wants to know how to get the most of it. About Optimized Battery Charging on your iPhone iPhone Battery and Performance Batteries - Maximizing Performance Apple Increases iPhone 15's Advertised Battery Lifespan Ever wonder how to free up space on iCloud drive? We give some of these tips The Best Ways to Free Up Space on Your iCloud Drive New security protocol for iMessage this is big. Apple Announces 'Groundbreaking' New Security Protocol for iMessage Massive AT&T outage on 2/22/24 we discuss how vulnerable and dependent we are on cellular networks.This Map Shows Just How Bad the AT&T Outage Was | Cord Cutters News Downdectector Apple introduced their very own Sports app and is it ready for prime time compared to other great sports apps. As well as we give Jeff some sports education. App Store Preview Apple Sports 'Apple Sports' App Announced With Personalized Scoreboards and More News Apple warns: Drying a wet iPhone in rice could actually make things worse Microsoft shies away from bringing Xbox titles to the iOS platform, cites monetization concerns First ever iOS trojan discovered — and it’s stealing facial recognition data to break into bank accounts Amazon Prime Video drops Dolby Vision and Atmos unless you pay extra Duo That Defrauded Apple Out of 5,000 iPhones With Repair Scheme Will Spend Up to 20 Years in Prison Pair found guilty of trying to defraud Apple of more than $3 million So far, the early return rate on Apple Vision Pro is pretty low Apple Music Launches Monthly Replay Experience MLS Season Pass returns with Multiview and more Messi Top 7 Best-Selling Smartphones Last Year Were All iPhones FDA blood glucose statement doesn't mean we won't see it in an Apple Watch 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, 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/X @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com

Feb 17, 2024 • 1h 17min
293 - Apple Is Giving Us a Star Trek Experience - With Guest Kelly Guimont, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Topics include Beta this week. iOS 17.4 beta 3 was released this week as well as VisionOS 1.1. In Touch with Mac The panel gives their thoughts on the Macintosh at 40 and how it shaped the iPhone and iPad. In Touch with cord cutting including YouTubeTV new features including the addition of the last channel button. Jon Stewart confirms why his Show on Apple TV+ was cancelled. Apple buys domain iWork.ai it could be a Star Trek Experience. TikTok now has an app on Vision Pro and more. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! 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 Mastadon Twitter Instagram Spoutible Topics Beta this week. iOS 17.4 beta 3 was released this week. Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 to Developers iOS 17.4 Beta: All the New Features Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 10.4 to Developers Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 17.4 to Developers Vision Pro Topics Apple Releases Second Beta of visionOS 1.1 Kelly's experience with VisionPro demo. Apple fans are starting to return their Vision Pros Apple Releases visionOS 1.0.3 With Reset Option for Forgotten Passcode Macintosh at 40 40 years of the Macintosh Steve Jobs Archive Hello. The Apple Mac @ 40 The Mac at 40: Iconic, indelible, immortal This week in cord cutting. YouTube TV Confirms It Will Let You Customize Your Multiview Experiences and Pick the Games You Want | Cord Cutters News YouTube TV Confirms The Ability to Jump Back To The Last Channel You Watched With a Single Button Press Zeam, a Free Streaming Service Featuring Local News, Travel and Sports Content, is Now Live Zeam News Apple Confirms iOS 17.4 Disables Home Screen Web Apps in the European Union Apple's iMessage Avoids EU's Digital Markets Act Regulation Peloton Is Dropping Apple Watch GymKit Support Jon Stewart Confirms Apple Canceled Show: 'They Didn't Want Me to Say Things That Might Get Me in Trouble' 'The Joe Rogan Experience' Returns to Apple Podcasts After 3-Year Hiatus Apple buys iWork.ai domain as evidence of a big AI push mounts TikTok Releases Vision Pro App With 'Immersive' Viewing 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, 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

Feb 10, 2024 • 1h 11min
292 - Vision Pro, Bad and Good - With Guest Dylan Stewart, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Dylan Stewart, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig.Beta this week. iOS 17.4 Beta 2 is released. Our guest Dylan has the Vision Pro and did an unboxing last week. He gives us his review and thoughts. YouTube Claims an Apple Vision Pro App is On the Roadmap.The Windows world officially has 3 apps, goodbye iTunes for Windows. Plus more. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! 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 Mastadon Twitter Instagram Spoutible Topics Beta this week. iOS 17.4 Beta 2 is released. Apple Releasing iOS 17.4 in March With These New Features and Changes Apple Seeds Second iOS 17.4 Public Beta With EU App Ecosystem Changes Apple Starts Improving Vision Pro Personas in visionOS 1.1 Beta Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 to Developers Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 10.4 to Developers Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 17.4 to Developers iOS 17.4 Allows Video Calling Apps to Turn Off Hand Gesture Reactions to Prevent Awkward Moments Apple Releases iOS 17.3.1 With Fix for Text Bug Apple Releases watchOS 10.3.1 With Bug Fixes Our guest Dylan has the Vision Pro and did an unboxing last week. He gives us his review and thoughts. Here is his unboxing video. Unboxing the Vision Pro We find out his likes and dislikes and maybe a demo. Bad Difficult to share with others Keyboard Battery pack - not battery life Non-Spatial Apps - from Appl e (Calendar) Persona Good Watching videos is amazing Siri and dictation work well iPad Apps Ability to be productive/multi-tasking in an infinite environment Ability to toggle from immersive to Vision Pro news YouTube Claims an Apple Vision Pro App is On the Roadmap Apple Shares Vision Pro User Guide and Dozens of Support Documents With Useful Tips PSA: You'll Have to Visit an Apple Store If You Forget Your Vision Pro Passcode Vision Pro Demo Appointments Begin Today at All Apple Stores in U.S. This hospital system just bought 30 Vision Pro units and launched a new ‘Spatial Computing Center of Excellence’ The Windows world officially has 3 apps, goodbye iTunes for Windows. Apple Officially Splits iTunes for Windows Into Apple Music, TV, and Devices Apps Apple Redesigns iCloud App for Windows News iOS 17 Adoption is Slower Than iOS 16 Adoption Apple's 2024 Swift Student Challenge Now Live Apple TV+ Previews 2024 Lineup of Shows and Films Bluesky Social Network Ditches Invite Codes, Opens Registrations to All 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, 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 Dylan Stewart first discovered Apple computers and technology in 1981, and ever since then has loved pushing its boundaries to create the simple out of the complex. In 2001 Dylan founded 2 Smart Techies, a Mac and PC computer consultation company that would set the stage for his future. As it grew, he grew. Along the way, Dylan was dubbed the MacWhisperer, and became the go-to guru for Los Angeles and beyond. Over the past 20 years, Dylan has hosted podcasts, live trainings and seminars, and online courses. He has recently created the MacWhisperer Monthly Membership to help technology enthusiasts of all ages and technical abilities to improve their skills, and to their tool chests, and take their technology to the next level. CLICK HERE to sign up. Find Dylan on YouTube, TikTok , Facebook , Linked IN, Instagram: and X/Twitter: @macwhisperer

Feb 3, 2024 • 1h 8min
291 - Is that a Touch Screen on your HomePod? - With Guest Bob Fairbairn Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Bob Fairbairn, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Bob joins us for the first time is 4 years and we talk about the release of iOS 17.4 beta 1 that fixes bugs. Apple releases their earnings results The Company posted quarterly revenue of $119.6 billion, up 2 percent year over year, we review all the results in the main categories. Vision Pro available tomorrow 2/2 we discuss what the influencers have said and will we buy it. Jeff and Dave pledged to the icon Factory and discuss how this could be a great app. Plus much more. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! 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 Mastadon Twitter Instagram Spoutible Topics Beta this week. iOS 17.4 Beta 1 was rereleased Apple Seeds First iOS 17.4 Public Beta With EU App Ecosystem Changes, Re-Releases Dev Beta iOS 17.4 beta 1 gets rare mid-stream update Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 10.4 to Developers References to 'homeOS' resurface in tvOS 17.4 beta iOS 17.4: Using Apple's New Podcast Transcript Feature Apple is updating one of the oldest apps on your iPhone Apple releases their earnings results The Company posted quarterly revenue of $119.6 billion, up 2 percent year over year, and quarterly earnings per diluted share of $2.18, up 16 percent year over year. Apple reports first quarter results Apple's Q1 2024 Earnings Call Takeaways Apple reports nearly $120B quarter: Full charts Apple Now Has More Than 2.2 Billion Active Devices Worldwide Cook 'incredibly excited' about generative AI coming to Apple gear later in 2024 Vision Pro available tomorrow 2/2 we discuss what the influencers have said. Vision Pro Reviews: Surprising Battery Life, 'Weird' Personas, and More What Reviewers Have Learned about Apple Vision Pro Vision Pro won't let you save web apps to your home screen Jeff and Dave pledged to the icon Factory and discuss how this could be a great app. Makers of Twitterrific want to defragment online media with Project Tapestry The Iconfactory Launches Project Tapestry, a Kickstarter Campaign to Create a Universal Inbox for RSS, Social Media, and More Will carriers start advertising their logo on every call? AT&T seems to be. Android phones on AT&T will now show brand logos on incoming calls There are more details on the EU changes with iPhone and iPad. Apple's EU App Store Changes: iPads, TestFlight, Default Stores and More Apple Further Explains iOS 17.4's New Default Browser Prompt in EU Here Are All the iPhone Changes Coming to EU Users by March 6 News Rumor: Apple's Touchscreen HomePod Coming This Year: Everything We Know Apple Extends Modem Licensing Deal With Qualcomm Through March 2027 Apple Savings Account Interest Rate Increases to 4.50% APY Apple Card Users Earned More Than $1 Billion in Daily Cash Last Year Apple Press Release. Honda launches wireless CarPlay retrofit option for select 2018-2022 cars Apple TV+ viewers watched 17 billion minutes of 'Ted Lasso' in 2023 Apps Arc Search Review: My New Default iPhone Browser Orion Web Browser from Kagi https://kagi.com/orion/ 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, 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 Bob Fairbairn Does Technology and Audio systems consulting and most of his work is around what he calls “end-user computing and mobility Websites: http://SmarterCaTS.com Bob's Tool Shop KE9A https://www.bobonstereo.com Land and Lens Mastodon: @bobfa

Jan 27, 2024 • 1h 3min
290 - iOS 17.3 Stolen Device Projection is a Must - With Guest Mike Potter, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Mike Potter, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Apple must comply with EU with side loading and open browsers with WebKit as well as outside payments for the Digital Markets Act starting with iOS 17.4 Beta. iOS 17.3 is released with Stolen Device Protection and security fixes a must upgrade. Rumors on the possible New iPad Air, iPad Pro, and MacBook Air Models Likely to Launch in March or April 2024. Plus much more. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
Direct Link to Audio Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! 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 Spoutible Topics Beta this week: iOS 17.4 Beta 1 was released today as we record. Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 to Developers iOS 17.4 Beta: All the New Changes - MacRumors Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 17.4 to Developers iOS 17.4 Beta Adds New Emoji: Shaking Head, Lime, Phoenix, Brown Mushroom and More Apple Now Allowing Non-WebKit Engines in EU, Offering More Options for Changing Default Browser Apple announces changes to iOS, Safari, and the App Store in the European Union Apple Details How It Plans to Comply with the EU's Digital Markets Act Apple Introduces Transcripts for Podcasts iOS 17.3 was released to the public which we will review next. But:iOS 17.3 is finally here. We review some of the key features and stress why it's very important to upgrade because of security fixes and updates including Stolen Device Protection feature. iOS 17.3 and macOS Sonoma 14.3 Patch WebKit Vulnerability That May Have Been Exploited Apple Releases iOS 17.3 and iPadOS 17.3 With Stolen Device Protection, Collaborative Apple Music Playlists and More iOS 17.3 Features: What's New in iOS 17.3 How to use Stolen Device Protection Apple Releases watchOS 10.3 With New Watch Face Apple Releases tvOS 17.3 Apple Releases HomePod 17.3 Software MacOS Sonoma 14.3 update. Apple Releases macOS Sonoma 14.3 With Collaborative Apple Music Playlists News Apple Music Classical Now Available on CarPlay [Removed] Apple Re-Adds Access to iTunes TV Show and Movie Wishlists in iOS 17.3 Rumor: New iPad Air, iPad Pro, and MacBook Air Models Likely to Launch in March or April Apple Received 13 Academy Award Nominations for Killers of the Flower Moon and Napoleon - MacRumors Netflix dropping Basic ads-free tier, forcing users to choose a more profitable tier. We talk about bundles and Hulu Disney+ X for iOS Adds Support for Passkeys, Allowing for More Secure Logins Firmware update released for first-generation AirPods Pro Apple Now Allows Game Streaming Apps on App Store Worldwide 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, 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