130 - It’s Been a Great 2020 for Apple - With Guests Holden DePardo and Brian DePardo
Release Date: 12/31/2020
433 - MacStock Memories, Apple vs. OpenAI, and the Future of the Smart Home
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden to recap an unforgettable MacStock 10 weekend, including standout presentations, the live In Touch With iOS recording, and the community that makes the event special. The panel also discusses Apple’s lawsuit against OpenAI, rumors surrounding Apple’s smart home strategy, the latest beta releases, LEGO’s iMac G3 proposal, Apple Arcade additions, AirPods Pro 3 hearing assistance, and wraps up with favorite gear picks of the week. The show notes are at ...
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432 - Live at Macstock: 10 Years of In Touch With iOS and Vision Pro, iOS 27, Apple TV
In Touch with iOS
In this special live 10th anniversary episode, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden to celebrate a decade of In Touch With iOS. The panel discusses the latest Apple developer betas, Vision Pro updates, ChatGPT Voice with CarPlay, Apple’s expanding chip strategy, Apple TV+’s record Emmy nominations, and shares their favorite apps and gear picks. 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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431 - The One Where Apple Says “Please Update Now”
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. This week the panel covers another packed week across the Apple ecosystem, including important security updates, the latest developer betas, rumored iOS 27 features, and improvements coming to Apple’s creative apps. The discussion also explores Notes power-user tips, Apple’s acquisition of Play, new HomeKit ideas, iPhone 17 Pro camera enhancements, AI developments from Google and Anthropic, and everyone’s latest Things Found. The show notes are at Links...
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430 - Apple’s Price Shock and the Future of HomeKit
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. Apple surprised everyone this week with unexpected price increases across much of its hardware lineup, and the crew dives into what changed, why it happened, and whether Apple could have handled the announcement better. The panel also discusses the latest developer betas for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS 27, tvOS 27, and visionOS 27, including Apple’s expanding Apple Intelligence features. The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review...
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429 - AI Workflows, Vision Pro Upgrades, and CarPlay Gets Smarter
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, Guy Serle 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 Summary This week on In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, Eric Bolden, and Guy Serle for a lively discussion covering Apple’s latest beta releases, Vision Pro developments, AI...
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428 - Apple’s AI Strategy Is Starting to Look Smarter
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, Guy Serle. WWDC 2026 is in the books, and the entire In Touch With iOS panel is back together to unpack everything Apple announced. We dive into Apple Intelligence, AI integrations, privacy, Liquid Glass, performance improvements, Vision Pro updates, child safety enhancements, HomePod support, and our early experiences with iOS 27 beta. Plus plenty of laughs, panel banter, and debate about Apple’s future AI direction. The show notes are at Links to our...
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427 - WWDC 2026 Live: Siri Finally Grows Up?
In Touch with iOS
Dave Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, and Patrice Brend’Amour react live to Apple’s WWDC 2026 keynote announcements. The panel discusses Apple Intelligence, Siri upgrades, Vision Pro enhancements, Liquid Glass redesign changes, smarter Spotlight search, HomeKit updates, AI photo tools, parental controls, and Apple’s new cross-platform approach to software features. They also debate device compatibility, AI reliability, and whether Apple delivered enough major surprises during this year’s keynote. The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple...
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426 - Vision Pro Apps, HomeKit Rumors & Apple AI Predictions
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave Ginsburg, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, and Jill McKinley discuss Vision Pro apps, WWDC 2026 predictions, Apple Intelligence rumors, Siri upgrades, HomeKit speculation, Apple software updates, and the future of immersive computing. The panel also shares practical iPhone tips, talks about Apple Design Award winners, puzzle games, Macstock 10, and Ecamm Creator Camp—with plenty of laughs and Apple speculation throughout the episode. 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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425 - Vision Pro Plays Games While Siri Thinks About It
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden to talk Apple’s latest beta releases, Vision Pro gaming with Steam Link and PS5 Remote Play, Siri and AI rumors for iOS 27, Mac hardware news, CarPlay customization tips, Apple Wallet IDs, Thunderbolt 5 docks, and much more as WWDC 2026 gets closer. 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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424 - Birth Control Glasses and iPhone Soccer or Football Cameras
In Touch with iOS
In Touch with iOS episode 424, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden to discuss Apple’s latest Vision Pro immersive soccer documentary, WWDC 2026 announcements, AI-powered accessibility features, Google’s new smart glasses, and Apple’s growing education push with MacBook Neo devices. The panel also covers Plex’s massive price increase, Meta layoffs, Fortnite’s return to the App Store, new Mac apps, and Apple filming an MLS match entirely on iPhone 17 Pro devices. Plenty of laughs, tech insight, and Macstock excitement round...
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.