126 - HomePod Mini Review and iPhone Hidden Tips - With Guest Jeff Gamet
Release Date: 11/24/2020
384 - Find My iPhone? Nope, Make It Blaze Orange!
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. We cover the Vision Pro developer beta, iOS 26 updates, redesigned icons, and the new AirPods camera control feature. We also dive into macOS Tahoe enhancements, Xcode’s AI integration, and the upcoming September 9th Apple event. Finally, we discuss Apple TV+ pricing changes, Apple Music’s expansion, and shifting streaming strategies. The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! we would really appreciate it! ...
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383 - iOS 18.6.2 Fixes, Vision Pro Dreams, and Streaming Wars
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig.. We covers urgent Apple security updates, the Apple vs. Masimo legal fight, and exciting Vision Pro immersive features. The panel explores iOS 26 and VisionOS betas, Apple Card promos, Apple TV+ price hikes, critiques on Siri, and cutting-edge tech like OWC’s new SSD — all while navigating the evolving world of Apple’s ecosystem. The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! we would really appreciate it! ...
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382 - Apple’s Oxygen, MacBook Rumors and F1 Zoom – Fast, Furious, and Slightly Confused
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. Significant Apple news: a software-based return of the blood oxygen feature for select Apple Watches, Vision Pro beta updates, and an in-depth look at apps like SailGP and Cassette. The panel discusses iOS 26’s Wallet improvements, on-site iPad repairs, and rumors of a budget MacBook. Listeners also get commentary on Apple Card ratings, Apple Arcade’s September lineup, Netflix’s new tvOS interface, and ESPN/Fox’s streaming bundle. The show notes are at ...
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381 - Eric's Cake Decorating in Spatial Computing
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Ben Roethig, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, visionOS beta improvements, standout Vision Pro creative apps, and iOS 26 beta 5 refinements. The panel discusses iPadOS performance boosts, AirPods charging updates, and CarPlay’s new compact call view. They also explore time zone glitches, Tim Cook’s $600B U.S. manufacturing push, ESPN’s NFL Network acquisition, and the macOS HD icon redesign, while touching on GPT-5’s debut and broader Apple ecosystem trends The show notes are at ...
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380 - The Vegas Store Mystery (No, It’s Not Tigers)
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, the panel covers Apple’s $94B earnings, growth in iPhone and Services, and Vision Pro’s market outlook. They discuss macOS Tahoe’s new customizable Control Center, AppleCare One savings, iOS 26’s spam filtering, and AirTag airline support. The episode wraps with news on JPMorgan possibly taking over the Apple Card. The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! we would really appreciate it! Another way...
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369 - Vision, Betas, and One AppleCare to Rule Them All
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, The team covers updates on visionOS 26 and the Vision Pro, the iOS 18.6 release candidate, macOS Sequoia, and the new AppleCare One plan. Additional discussions include Chrome’s new account switching on iOS, BMW’s snub of CarPlay Ultra, and the implications of T-Mobile’s Starlink service. Plus, Jill debuts her ChatGPT shortcut for Apple news aggregation. The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! we would really...
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368 - Vision Pro Hands-On, Wemo Bows Out, and Macstock Magic
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Mike Potter, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. In this episode, the panel recaps MacStock 9, highlighting standout sessions on Vision Pro, social media strategy, AI automation, and health tech. They discuss hands-on demos with Apple Vision Pro, emphasizing improvements in guest mode and gesture controls. The show also covers the latest iOS 26 and visionOS betas, Apple’s new AI features, and updates to Wemo devices and Chrome support. Other topics include ChatGPT for Mac, Rode’s new wireless iPhone mics, and Apple TV+ content...
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367 - Live from Macstock 9: Apple Tech Roundtable
In Touch with iOS
This special episode is recorded live at MacStock 9, where host Dave Ginsburg is joined by a panel of Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Eric Bolden, Chuck Joiner, and Brittany Smith. The group dives into the latest Apple news, smart home challenges, and the evolving landscape of technology, all while sharing candid anecdotes and laughs from the conference floor The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! we would really appreciate it! Another way to support the show is to become a Patreon member Topics and Links ...
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366 - Spaced Out with Vision Pro, Mirrored iPhones, and Mac Malware Madness
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, The panel honors the late Tim Robertson and shares heartfelt stories from the Apple podcasting community. The conversation then shifts to Apple news including Vision Pro’s legal troubles, new immersive apps, and the Bezel app’s iPhone mirroring capabilities. The crew also discusses Apple’s iOS and macOS beta updates, a surge in Mac shipments, malware alerts, AI developments in Siri, and Apple Music’s 10-year milestone. The episode closes with excitement for the upcoming...
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365 - Squirrel Chews Fiber Cable, AI Healthcare, and CarPlay Ultra Controversies
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. We dive into Vision Pro’s new 3D collaboration tools and its surprising potential in medical diagnostics. They explore updates in iOS 26 and macOS “Tahoe,” reflect on Apple’s shift away from older devices, and introduce the Setapp app subscription service. The episode also covers CarPlay Ultra’s mixed reception, T-Mobile home internet, and Dave’s adventure with a squirrel chewing AT&T fiber cable, and wraps with a Macstock 9 preview use INTOUCH50 at checkout to save $50...
info_outlineThe 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
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.
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
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.