135 - Which Apple Watch is for You and It Can Open Your iPhone Soon With a Mask
Release Date: 02/07/2021
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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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News
Apple TV+ Sees Record Weekend Viewership With 'Palmer' Launch
macOS Big Sur 11.3 Beta Adds Support for HomePod Stereo Pairs
Shazam for iPhone Gains a Home Screen Widget in Latest App Update
Microsoft takes on Keychain with Autofill features on iOS, macOS
Medical Doctors Underline Potential Risk of iPhone 12 Interference With Pacemakers
Topics
PSA reminder - if you haven't already done so make sure you updated your iPhone and iPad to iOS 14.4 since it had 3 serious security flaws.
Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 1 the big announcement was the ability to unlock your iPhone with Face ID while wearing a mask with your Apple Watch. We review all the changes added along with iPadOS, WatchOS, and tvOS. Warren did have an issue with his Series 5 Watch and Face ID we talk about this in the topics.
Hands-On With the Apple Watch iPhone Unlocking Feature in iOS 14.5
Everything New in the iOS 14.5 Beta
iOS 14.5 to Add Support for Joint Apple Card Accounts
Apple Fitness+ Gaining AirPlay 2 Support in iOS 14.5
iOS 14.5 Enables 5G in Dual-SIM Mode on iPhone 12 Models
iOS 14.5 Adds an Option to Unlock iPhone with Apple Watch if You're Wearing a Mask
Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 7.4 to Developers
Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 14.5 to Developers
Apple TV Series 3 slow death. YouTube is pulling the app from the old Series 3 Apple TV it seems this version is becoming obsolete sooner or later. Older Apple TV will require AirPlay for YouTube video playback starting next month
Warren decided to upgrade the Apple Watch to Series 6 as he was having issues with iOS 14.5 beta and Face ID. He reviews his experience. We also discuss what Apple Watch is right for you. Which Apple Watch should you buy?
Apple One bundle 4 months later. Is the Apple bundle still worth it? The Apple One Bundle was released in October 2020 and 4 months later we talk about the value and is it worth it to you in the long run.. Apple TV+ subscribers will continue receiving credit refunds until June
Family sharing does come in handy as part of the 2 higher tiers with this bundle. Dave talks about one of his family members not able to backup her iPad and iPhone due to space limitations
Tips
Taking Screenshots of a website page and save as a PDF.
Using Request Desktop Site in Mobile Safari
Apps
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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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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.