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 and Warren we review the Hubble iPad Case with a hub, Beta iOS 14.4 is almost out, Speck AirPods Pro case ClipFlip. Bluetooth Wireless mic for iPhone plus iOS news this week.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
News
There's Still No Sign of Privacy Labels for Most Google iOS Apps
Apple Shifting Some Production From iPhone 12 mini to iPhone 12 Pro to Meet Demand
Fitness+ Subscribers Now Have Nearly 300 Workouts to Choose From
Beeper Promises to Bring iMessage to Android and Windows, Unify 15 Chat Service
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 14.4 Release Candidate was released today as we record. The links below
Apple Seeds iOS 14.4 and iPadOS 14.4 Release Candidate to Developers
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of watchOS 7.3 to Developers
Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of tvOS 14.4 to Developers and Public Beta Testers
Warren received the Maskfone and tested it and reviews are in, and they are not good.
Engadget review of the MaskFone
Don't get your hopes up for the first facemask with built-in earbuds
Dave spoke to a number of product vendors from CES here are interviews from each.
Interview with Ethan from Fledging the Hubble iPad
Hubble for iPad: All-In-One USB-C Hub+Case for iPad Air and iPad Pro
Dave does a video review of Hubble for IPad from the show and describes the great features https://youtu.be/lgu46Jbq1D0.
Presidio ClickFlip for Airpods and the Presidio Cases. He reviews the Presidio perfect Clear Case - Brandi
Presidio Clickflip Airpods Pro Cases
Presidio Perfect-Clear Case for iPhone 12 Pro Max
Shows the ClipFlip and clear case on video
MightMic Pro wireless from Ampridge. Spoke top Paul Ackel
MightyMic Pro Wireless SmartPhone Microphone Mobile View
Apps
Microsoft Lists now available to download from the App Store
How to make iPhone polls with Agree app for free
PocketTube Subscription Manage on the App Store YouTube subscription manager
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Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group
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