159 - There is a Bump on Your iPhone a MagSafe Battery - With Guests Chuck Joiner and Guy Serle
Release Date: 07/23/2021
406 - Apple's Shopping Spree: $2B Here, Record Profits There, AirTags Everywhere!
In Touch with iOS
In this packed episode 406 of In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Marty Jencius, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden to break down a huge week in the Apple ecosystem. The panel dives into Apple’s $2 billion acquisition of Q.ai, record-breaking quarterly earnings, updates to visionOS, the newly released Apple Creative Studio subscription, AirTag 2, major Apple TV+ news including Ted Lasso’s return, and much more. Apple is clearly firing on all cylinders—hardware, services, AI, accessibility, and entertainment—and this episode covers it all with...
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405 - F1's Oscar Charge and the Vision Pro Retrocade
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by Jill McKinley,Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. The discussion spans the latest Vision Pro beta updates and immersive NBA experiences to rumors of new M5 MacBook Pros and significant leadership shifts at Apple. The team also tackles critical security news, including a major data breach at a manufacturing partner and new anti-phishing features from 1Password. 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...
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404 - CES 2026 Highlights and Apple’s Big Creative Move
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS Dave is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden to break down the biggest Apple and tech stories of the week. The panel dives into Chuck’s firsthand CES 2026 experiences, Apple’s surprise Creative Studio subscription bundle, upcoming iOS 26 updates, Apple Podcasts’ record year, shifting trade-in values, Google Gemini’s expanding role in Apple Intelligence, and the return of Apple TV+’s Monarch: Legacy of Monsters. The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! we would...
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403 - Be Kind, Rewind: VHS Memories in a Streaming World
In Touch with iOS
This special In Touch With iOS episode 403 Host Dave Ginsburg is joined by co-host Jeff Gamet and guest Katie Fawkes.We explore the nostalgia of VHS, the rituals of movie night, and how streaming has transformed how we watch films. From Blockbuster memories and Betamax wars to the resurgence of physical media and the promise of immersive experiences with Apple Vision Pro, the conversation bridges past, present, and future movie-watching culture. The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! we would really appreciate it! Another way...
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402 - Apple Card’s Big Bank Switch, Vision Pro Reality Checks, and CES 2026 Tech
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave Ginsburg he is joined by Jill McKinley, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. The first In Touch With iOS episode of 2026 kicks off with major Apple news as Chase becomes the new issuer of Apple Card, sparking discussion about rewards, savings accounts, and what changes may come. The panel also dives into Apple Vision Pro updates, including immersive LA Lakers games and media scrutiny around sales performance. Plus, we cover beta security updates, Apple Music enhancements, a Logitech certificate mishap, standout CES 2026 tech, and new AI...
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401 - Apple’s Year of Vision Pro, iPhones, and Saying Goodbye to Intel
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave Ginsburg. He is joined by Patrice Brend’amour, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Marty Jencius. A year-end discussion covering Apple’s biggest stories of 2025. The panel dives into the Vision Pro M5 update, iOS 26.3 beta changes, iPhone 17 improvements, iPad’s role as a laptop replacement, Apple’s transition away from Intel Macs, security concerns, and reflections on AI tools like ChatGPT as the year comes to a close. 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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400 - 400 Episodes and Still No HomePod Fix
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave Ginsburg he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Mike Potter, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. In this special 400th episode of In Touch With iOS, Dave and an all-star panel celebrate the show’s journey while diving into the latest Apple news. Topics include visionOS 26.2 Travel Mode, iOS 26.3 beta, iOS 26.2 security updates, macOS 26.2 improvements, AirPods Max’s five-year anniversary, motion sickness features, Shazam’s new music insights, and Google’s Gemini AI in Chrome. A fun, reflective, and informative milestone...
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Vision Pro Wins, Apple Betas, and Yes, the Polishing Cloth
In Touch with iOS
Episode 399 of In Touch With iOS with host Dave Ginsburg, features a special guest appearance by Katie Fawkes, from Ecamm, alongside Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Eric Bolden. The panel covers Ecamm live streaming workflows, Vision Pro app and game awards, immersive video experiences, iOS 26.2 betas, Shortcuts automation, Mac mini innovations, Apple accessories, iFixit’s new AI repair tool, and the latest Apple TV+ news—delivering a packed episode full of insight, humor, and Apple ecosystem expertise. The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a...
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398 - AI, Apps, iOS, and Arcade—Oh My!
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. Episode 398 covers Apple’s 2025 App Award winners, the Podcast of the Year, new updates for iOS/iPadOS/visionOS 26.2 RC, and a redesigned native ExpressVPN Mac app. The panel reviews major AI news—including Claude 4.5, ChatGPT’s shopping feature, and the possibility of ads—while debating the privacy concerns around ChatGPT integrating with Apple Health. Other highlights include Apple’s foldable iPhone patent, Apple Music Replay, accessibility features, and a...
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397 - USB Drives Live On, Vision Pro Evolves, and Plex Locks Down
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Patrice Brend’amour, Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. A post-Thanksgiving Apple tech roundtable: Vision Pro M5 vs M2, spatial video, iOS 26 beta updates, USB drives vs digital media, AirTag travel upgrades, Plex limitations, Spotify price hikes, the $149 iPhone pocket, Peanuts specials on Apple TV+, and plenty of laughs between the full panel. 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...
info_outlineThe latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by Chuck Joiner and welcomed last minute guest Guy Serle. Guy has his first show after setting up his new desk. The Magsafe battery pack for iPhone 12 worth it? Not for the iPhone 12 Pro Max. There os a patent for Apple TV set top box could it replace your cable box and other devices if its released? iOS14.7 and iPadOS14.7 was released to the public. We reviewed the new features. The very first beta firmware for developers on AirPods Pro and Warren will not install it. . We talk about Virtual Macstock 2021 coming soon with limited capacity VIP in person venue Plus more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
News
Photos of Apple's New MagSafe Battery Pack Provide First Look at Thickness, MagSafe Battery Pack Tidbits: Thickness, Weight, Charging Details, and More Nomad cover for the battery.
Instagram for iOS introduces Sensitive Content Control
Automattic, owner of Tumblr and WordPress.com, buys podcast app Pocket Casts
Jon Stewart Promo for Upcoming Apple TV+ Show Makes Fun of Billionaire Space Race and Ted Lasso Season 2 Premieres July 23rd,
AirTag Helps Man Recover Wallet on the New York Subway a Day after Losing It
iOS and Android Activations Now Split Evenly in the U.S., Research Shows
Topics
Beta this week. iOS15 Beta 3 is still going. iOS 15: What's New With Notifications and what else are we finding in beta? Safari changed and the floating address bar was reverted back.
You can now install beta firmware on AirPods Pro. How to Install Apple's Beta Firmware on AirPods Pro Developers only and its beta proceed with caution.
iOS14.7 has been released to the public with some new features and bug fixes. Here are links to stories we reviewed and what is new. Apple Confirms iOS 14.7 Fixes WiFi Bug and Many Other Vulnerabilities
Apple Releases iOS 14.7 With MagSafe Battery Support and Apple Card Family Credit Limit Combining
iOS 14.7 and iPadOS 14.7 Features: What's New
iOS 14.7 Bug Prevents iPhones with Touch ID to Unlock Apple Watch Automatically
Apple makes a rare move and releases iPadOS 14.7 on a different day than iOS 14.7,
Apple support article on what was added.
About the security content of iOS 14.7 and iPadOS 14.7
iPadOS 14.7 was released a day later not a normal thing Apple has done in the past.
Not much updated to WatchOS 7.6
Apple Releases watchOS 7.6, Bringing ECG and Irregular Heart Rhythm Notifications to 30 New Regions
So there are some devices that don’t work Apple Music's Spatial Audio Feature Doesn't Work With Built-In Speakers of iPhone XR, iPad, or iPad mini
I could see a nice face iPad Mini. We discuss. Rumor: 2021 iPad mini to Feature Mini-LED Display
This is a good thing I could get used to not paying for a Cable box. . A future Apple TV set-top box may replace your cable box : Apple World Today We debate streaming services vs Cable TV and the value they have.
Suppose | Compare Streaming TV Services
Live TV Streaming Services Channel Comparison - Cordcutting.com
Tips
You know this Message feature you send to your loved ones or friends when you can’t take their call. You can send a message on your iPhone to avoid using the “Sorry, I can’t talk right now”? Go to Settings > Phone, and Respond With Text, then replace one of the existing messages with your own.
Dave is one to listen to news, music, or a podcast as you drift off to sleep? I know I am not alone. Did you know you can have your iPhone stop playing music after a certain time - just set a Timer, choose how long you want your timer to last for, and before you complete, press ‘When Timer Ends’. You can then scroll down to the bottom and select ‘Stop Playing’.
Virtual Macstock 2021
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Our Host
David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65. He is also President of the Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group.
About our Guests
Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.
Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501
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.