141 - Apple Watch Braided Solo Loop and HomePod Is Gone - With Guest Davis Knight
Release Date: 03/19/2021
338 - Apple TV+and Vision Pro What to Expect in 2025
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Patrice Brend’Amour,, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We share insights on the Vision Pro's transformative potential in fields like healthcare and productivity. We delve into iOS development with a look at the upcoming iOS 18.3, discussing new features and the importance of APIs for developers. The conversation also covers the anticipation surrounding Apple TV+ and its upcoming original content. As we shift to holiday tech gifts, we share personal anecdotes that highlight their impact. Finally, we reflect on...
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337 - Watch For an Apple Rosie the Robot Vacuum
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Mike Potter, Chuck Joiner, and Marty Jencius. We discuss the newly released Vision OS 2.3 Beta 1. We also dive into the beta releases of iOS and iPadOS 18.3, including the intriguing integration of Chat GPT into Siri, and tackle the varying user reception of AI features like Genmoji. The discussion extends to the evolving capabilities of AirTags in tracking lost baggage, and the implications of recent Apple Mail updates. We reflect on Apple Maps' adoption in light of new features and explore the impact of AirPods following their...
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336 - Strapping Two 5K Displays to Your Head
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. The release of iOS 18.2 and Vision OS 2.2. We explore enhancements for the Vision Pro headset, which was named Popular Science's "Innovation of the Year," and discuss the headset's gaming potential and possible collaboration with Sony. We review key features of the latest iOS update, including Apple Intelligence tools, improved camera controls, and the new Genmoji. Additionally, we discuss the integration of ChatGPT in macOS applications and highlight updates for Apple Watch and HomePod. ...
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335 - Guy is Outnumbered by Mac Mini’s
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by guests Holden DePardo, Jill McKinley, Guy Serle, and Marty Jencius. We discuss the fourth beta of VisionOS 2.2, sharing insights on new features like ultra-wide virtual display support and improved Siri functionality, as well as our experiences with the Vision Pro headset.The conversation covers the latest betas of iOS and macOS, focusing on new features like Genmoji and enhancements in privacy and messaging. We also evaluate the Mac Mini's capabilities, highlighting its versatility. Finally, we reflect on Tim Cook's recent interview about...
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334 - Vision Pro Spacial Computing Popular and Scosche Car mount Reviews
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Patrice Brend'amour,, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. We discuss the Apple Vision Pro headset, exploring its historical patent context and market predictions estimating a $4.5 billion spatial computing market by 2024. The panel debates the implications of the Vision Pro's $3,500 price point on adoption. We also cover updates in iOS 18.2 beta, product reviews of Scosche’s new car mounts, and recent automotive news regarding CarPlay integration in GM vehicles and Mercedes-Benz's Apple Watch app. The show notes are at ...
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333 - She Got a Big wafer I Got a Little 714
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Guy Serle, Eric Erickson, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. We discuss Apple's latest updates, focusing on the Vision Pro and Vision OS 2.1.1. We delve into the unique features of the Vision Pro, the importance of timely security updates across devices, and Jeff's challenges with HomeKit. The panel also reviews new beta features and a recently introduced inactivity reboot for iPhones aimed at security. Dave shared thoughts on the M4 Pro Mac Mini as a cost-effective desktop solution. Important Security updates iOS 18.1.1 & iPadOS...
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332 - That's a Mac Mini in Your Vision Pro Case. Final Cut Pro Spacial Video
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig. We discuss the latest updates in the Apple ecosystem, including the Vision Pro's new beta features and enhancements in Final Cut Pro. Our conversation covers Apple's immersive music experience with The Weeknd, upcoming iOS 18.2 features, and the impact of recent streaming changes, all while unpacking themes of user accessibility and consumer empowerment. 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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331 - New Mac Minis, GM and CarPlay, You Got Mail Silenced
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We discuss the Vision Pro's new Virtual Display capabilities, Belkin's affordable travel case, and Apple's retail strategy changes amidst sales slowdowns. The team reviews iOS 18.2 beta features, the excitement around M4 Mac Minis, and ongoing debates about Apple Watch functionalities. We also analyze GM's decision to phase out CarPlay and reflect on the future of streaming services, concluding with a tribute to tech icon Elwood Edwards. You Got Mail voice from AOL. The...
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330 - New Macs Which Will We Buy? iOS 18.1 Features
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner,, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. We start by analyzing Apple’s quarterly earnings, revealing a $95 billion revenue with a significant tax charge, prompting a discussion on the company's financial health. We then transition to the technological advancements in Apple's Vision Pro and its upcoming features. Our conversation also covers the beta release of iOS 18.2, highlighting new tools like Playground and Genmoji while addressing beta testing experiences. Furthermore, we discuss the introduction of new Macs powered by the...
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329 - The iPad Mini and Final Cut Pro
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Jim McKinley, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. We provide an in-depth look at the Apple Vision Pro, examining the impact of the recent Vision OS 2.0 beta software on developers and users. The introduction of Vision Pro app by Vimeo and its implications for spatial video is a key highlight, along with reflections on Apple's software Plus more strategy amid market challenges. We also discuss the new iPad mini 7 equipped with the A17 Pro chip, considering its potential for creative professionals and its compatibility with powerful...
info_outlineThe latest In Touch With iOS with Dave, Warren is off our guest this week is Davis Knight. Apple discontinued the HomePod, Dave bought the Watch braided Solo loop band gives his review, Future with glucose monitoring with Apple Watch, Oprah tells you about her books via Siri, iOS Beta 4 14.5 how to change the passcode on Apple Watch plus more..
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
News
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iPad Pro With Thunderbolt and Mini-LED Display Coming 'As Early As April'
T-Mobile teams up with SiriusXM to give customers a better version of Pandora for free
Flipboard app adds dynamic iOS 14 home screen widgets with curated headlines
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 4 was released this week. Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available] This could happen. Apple might soon deliver standalone iOS security updates Music updates Apple Music adding new 'City Charts' daily playlists with iOS 14.5 Apple Maps could soon be able to tell you how busy a business is based on anonymous location data
Dave finally decided to buy the Braided Solo loop for his Apple Watch Series 6. 44mm Atlantic Blue Braided Solo Loop the best part was he was able to go into an Apple Store for the first time since the pandemic hit and was able to go through and test sizes. He gives his review and is it worth the price for this band. How do you wash your bands?
Apple announced this past week that the big boy HomePod is being discontinued. Apple Discontinues Full-Sized HomePod to Focus on HomePod Mini We discuss Apple’s decision and where the speaker market is going. Will Apple come out with another HomePod down the road? Best HomePod alternatives now that it's been discontinued
With the Apple Watch there has been discussions that the next model Series 7 could possibly gain a built in glucose monitor for checking blood sugars. Davis hosts the Diabetic Savvy podcast and we discuss the future with the Apple Watch and what Apple will possibly do in this area. Apple Watch blood sugar sensor 'coming in Series 7' – report
This was an interesting new iPad Pro Stand released by Kensington. Review: Kensington StudioDock caters to iPad Pro-centric creatives we discuss how this stand fits with the iPad and is it a good design.
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Our Host
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
About our Guest
Davis Knight is an Apple technology enthusiast and owner of DiabeticSavvy.com, a culinary focused media company that includes his website, youtube channel and podcast that advocates and empowers the diabetic community through great food and conversation. He also does programs and promotion for the Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group. You can find him on Twitter @diabeticsavvy
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.