130 - It’s Been a Great 2020 for Apple - With Guests Holden DePardo and Brian DePardo
Release Date: 12/31/2020
282 - The Police and NameDrop on an iPhone - With Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner,, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Many police departments provided misinformation about security and the NameDrop feature on iPhone and the panel gives their thoughts on this. Do you use use a privacy screens on your iPhone? We discuss their use and is it worth using them. The evolution of iPhone Camera Lenses. We look back at how far the iPhone has come over the years with this camera. Plus much more! The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! we would really...
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281- iMessage RCS, MMS,SMS and The Green Bubble - With Patrice Brend’amour, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Patrice Brend’amour, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig.Apple announced RCS for messages will be released in 2024. We discuss the impact and differences with MMS and SMS. iOS 3rd party browsers are becoming more popular and new ones are released all the time. We discuss the latest options on both the iPhone and iPad. We discuss iPhone and iPad backup ups and using iCloud along with iMazing. We review 3rd party browsers, Tips on messages, and more. The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a...
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280 - Your Carrier or Apple Store Where to Buy Your iPhone - With Jeff Gamet and Ben Roethig
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Jeff gives us his experience buying an iPhone at T-Mobile store or Apple Store and we know which is better. Apple is adding RCS support in iMessage finally. We talk about what is left using the lightning port. Apple announced the 2023 App Store award finalists. iPhone 15 is 54% faster than the iPhone 14 on 5G. Apple Classical is now on iPad but where is it on the Mac. Plus much more. The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! we would really...
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279 - Birthday Bash, Cable Twisting, and Apple Pencil USB-C Review - With Patrice Brend’amour, Kelly Guimont, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Patrice Brend’amour, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We celebrate Dave’s birthday with the biggest panel to date. USB-C cables for iPhone and iPad, how durable are they? We review Consumer Reports article on how many twists before failing and more. Dave does a review of the Apple Pencil USB-C. Chuck arrives in time to discuss why Microsoft is asking if you need to exit OneDrive. Important iOS updates and more. The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! we would...
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278 - Testing Drive Speed On Your iPhone - With Guy Serle, Chuck Joiner, and Ben Roethig
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Guy Serle, Chuck Joiner, and Ben Roethig. OWC has a new drive speed app for your iPhone to test external drive speeds for your photos. iOS 17 features none seems to talk about including decoding those laundry labels with icons on how to wash. In Touch with Mac we review all the announcements on M3, Macbook pro, and iMac. Shazam now includes local concert info, and more. 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...
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277 - iPhone 15 Pro Max Camera at U2 - With Kelly Guimont, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimonr, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Dave was able to goto the U2 concert at the Sphere Las Vegas and gives his review of the amazing tech at the show and how the iPhone 15 Pro Max camera photo quality is. Report says that those using CarPlay tend to listen to AM/FM radio instead. Many updates to iOS including older versions with the latest 17.1 now out. Apple is raising prices on 3 services including Apple TV+ News+ alongwith the Apple One bundle. Kelly brings us a great Qi charging stand as well Jeff does the unboxing....
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276 - In Touch with Cables and Apple Pencils - With Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We have a great discussion on Thunderbolt and USB-C that X-Ray shows you get what you pay for. Apple needs to give us more than 5GB free storage and improve syncing. Apple released a lower priced Apple Pencil that charges with USB-C we discuss if its worth the lower price and the 3rd party pencils. Apple can update the iPhone inside the box and more. 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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275 - Jeff Wants a new CarPlay Head Unit in his Car With Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. iPhone 15 has CarPlay issues with USB-C and Jeff wants a new CarPlay unit in his car. Plus reviews of CarPlay apps. Are the days of Google as default search on iPhone numbered? Why has it been so slow for US states to adopt digital iD’s on the iPhone, Makes no sense streaming devices still have micro USB jacks. 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...
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274 - That Action Button Has Shortcuts - With Kelly Guimont, Jeff Gamet, and Holden DePardo
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Kelly Guimont, Holden DePardo, and Jeff Gamet. We talk about the action button on the iPhone 15 Pro and how you can use shortcuts for multi functions. Steve Jobs passed 12 years ago. iOS 17.0.3 fixes iPhone 15 overheating. Dave reviews Apple Watch Series 9 and watch OS 10. Holden gives us his thoughts on his new iPhone 15 Pro Max. 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 ...
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273 - One More Thing, AirPods Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max - With Guest Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Dave and Chuck have their iPhone 15 Pro Max and give first impressions after almost 1 week of use. This includes the Action Button, USB-C, and camera upgrades. Dave reviews the Catalyst Influence iPhone case. Dave also has one more thing: A review of the Airpods Pro 2 with USB-C and you will be surprised. The Apple Finewoven case is not good. Security update for iOS 17.0.2 and much more. The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! we would really...
info_outlineThe latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is Joined by Holden DePardo and Brian DePardo. We review 2020 and Apple all the great things that happened this year and there was quite a bit including 4 virtual events. What we expect in 2021 and Beta 14.4 is out.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
News
Apple Loses Copyright Claims in Lawsuit Against Corellium
9 of Top 10 U.S. Smartphone Activations on Christmas Day 2020 Were iPhones
HomePod mini works with 18W power supplies after 14.3 software update
Gazelle is ending its used device trade-in program
Topics
2020 Year in Review for iOS/iPadOS and hardware. With the world upside down because of the pandemic, Apple had a banner year with many new product releases, WWDC and 3 virtual events. What were our top things that Apple announced. We list below some of the highlights.
- January - iPad turned 10
- March - New iPad Pros and iPad Magic Keyboard
- April - iPhone SE 2nd Gen was released
- June - WWDC held virtually for the first time iOS14 and iPadOS 14 was announced in beta.
- September - was the 1st virtual event announced New Apple Watch Series 6 and SE, iPad Air w/ Touch ID on the power button, Apple One Bundles
- October was the 2nd virtual event announced iPhone 12 models and HomePod Mini. iOS14 released to everyone.
- November was the 3rd virtual event in which they announced the First Apple Silicon M1 Macs which can also run iOS / iPadOS applications.
- December Apple announced the new $550 AirPods Max Headphones and Fitness+ was released.
What do we expect for 2021? we discuss what Apple may release next year. New iPad Pro is one thing discussed.
Beta this week: iOS 14.4 beta was released on 12/6/20 with no beta number. Doe it have ad tracking notification enforced? Currently it is optional for developers to prompt the user. Its possible Apple may start enforcing it with iOS 14.4.
Magsafe accessories we discuss which ones we use and are they worth it.
iPhone 12 mini (is there a market for it?) Brian has the iPhone 12 Mini and gives his review and we discuss if this model lives up to its size.
App Clips (have you used them?) we discuss and mention Panera Bread has an App clip built into Apple Maps. If you search for a Panera Bread location and tap the one near you it will give you the option of ordering directly within the Maps app.
Tips
Important tip on How to erase and prepare an Apple Watch for gifting, recycling, or selling
Great information with obtaining 2 years of transactions How to get an accounting of your Apple Cash transactions
Apps
Brian’s Picks
Dave’s Pick
About our Guests
Holden DePardo studies computer science and co-hosts two podcasts: Respawn Aim Fire and Networked Podcast. Twitter: @holdendepardo
Brian DePardo is a writer and IT Professional living in Dallas, TX.