271 - USB-C for all New iPhone 15 and Apple Watch - With Guest Mike Potter, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig
Release Date: 09/16/2023
396 - Eric’s Vision Pro Roadshow: Free Demos, Confused Bystanders
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.In Episode 396, the panel covers a packed week of Apple updates including VisionOS 26.2 beta 3, iOS/iPadOS 26.2 features, and AirPods Pro firmware changes. Jill and Eric share their joint Vision Pro demo adventure, the team debates macOS Tahoe instability and Apple’s controversial liquid-glass icon redesign, everyone weighs in latest AI news from OpenAI (GPT-5.1) Google Gemini 3. We explore digital driver’s licenses arriving in Illinois, MLB’s new broadcast deals...
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395 - Apple Wallet Digital Passport, M5 Chip Talk, and Tesla Finally Adding CarPlay
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. Episode 395 discusses VisionOS 26.2, Apple’s new immersive F-18 video, third-party VR content, iOS/macOS beta features, CarPlay tweaks, and frustrations with notifications. The team reviews five years of M-series chips, explores new satellite features, tests out the digital passport ID in Wallet, debates the bizarre iPhone Pocket, reacts to Tesla adopting CarPlay, and covers Apple TV’s plans to stream MLS for free in 2026. The show notes are at Links to our...
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394 - Turkey Vultures and Vision Pros: The iOS 26.1 Episode
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, Guy Serle, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. We unpack Apple’s latest OS updates, new Vision Pro features, and the Ultra 3 Watch—with laughs about turkey vultures, DACs, and not testing fall detection by jumping off cliffs. Plus: Apple’s record-breaking quarter, new App Store web app, and Apple TV rebranding.Jeff reviews the Audioengine HXL DAC, calling it “tiny but mighty” for audiophiles, while Marty praises Apple’s new App Store web interface for making app discovery easier across all devices....
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393 - Apple Immersive Futures and Practical Updates
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig. the panel covers the latest VisionOS 26.1 beta, Apple’s immersive media developer sessions, iOS/iPadOS 26.1 features, and usability tweaks like the liquid glass customization and app defaults in Files. The group also discusses Apple Maps ads, Spotify’s new Apple TV app, T-Mobile autopay restrictions, and the soon-to-arrive digital U.S. passport feature in Apple Wallet — all with humor, strong opinions, and relatable real-world Apple use...
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392 - Marty’s Vision Pro and Galaxy XR VR Emporium
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Guy Serle, Eric Bolden, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig. The panel compares Vision Pro vs Samsung Galaxy XR, reviews VisionOS Beta 4, reacts to Apple refusing Vision Pro trade-ins, discusses GM backing away from CarPlay, examines iPhone Air production concerns, and analyzes YouTube’s new AI likeness detection tool and its implications for creators. iPhone Air production and strategy concerns, tied to mid-tier pricing pressure. YouTube’s new AI deepfake likeness detection, and what it means for creators and...
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391 - M5 Everywhere: iPad Pro, Vision Pro, and the 14-inch MacBook Pro
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig. covers Apple’s new Vision Pro M5, iPad Pro M5, and MacBook Pro M5, along with reactions to the Apple TV rebrand, AirPods Pro 3 inflight experiences, and iOS 26.1 beta updates. The panel debates upgrade value, trade-ins, and Apple’s AI direction—while delivering laughs about blood-test preorders, “no-good sons,” and iPads that go “womp-womp.” The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! we...
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390 - Immersive Vision Pro Films, AirPods Pro 3 on Flights, and iOS 26 Tips
In Touch with iOS
Summary In Episode 390 of In Touch With iOS, host Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, and Ben Roethig to tackle Apple’s latest updates with a mix of analysis and humor. The panel begins with VisionOS 26.1 beta 2, highlighting improved game controller responsiveness and Apple’s new immersive films—from Hawaii’s volcanoes to Maine’s autumn colors. Marty jokes Apple just used the Photos app’s magic wand to turn summer into fall, while the group teases about running out of U.S. states to film. They also discuss the quirky ...
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389 - Electron Apps Ate My Mac and The Germaniacs Strike Again
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. We cover Vision Pro leaks, iOS 26 fixes, and Apple’s smart glasses strategy. The panel also discusses Wallet delivery tracking, new ringtones, CarPlay Ultra pushback, privacy screens, and iPhone 17 market trends. Expect sharp insights and plenty of laughs—like Jill watching underwear ads on a plane, Marty’s Brick House ringtone fail, and the crew dubbing Apple rumor fans “The Germaniacs.” The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review on...
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388 - Selfies, Bears, and the iPhone 17 Camera
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Ben Roething. The panel covers VisionOS 26.1 immersive films, iOS/macOS/iPadOS updates, and the new digital passport in Wallet. The panel explores the Apple Watch Series 11 and SE3, the iPhone 17’s 18MP selfie camera, and AirPods Pro 3 fit quirks. They also touch on CarPlay bugs, NCAA coaches using iPads over Surface Pros, and the Disney Plus price hike. Expect both sharp insights and plenty of jokes—from hologram hosts to cable box passports. Apple ecosystem · VisionOS 26.1...
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387 - White Squigglies & Cosmic Orange: iPhone 17 Launch Day
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. Episode 387 covers the iPhone 17 launch, VisionOS 26 improvements, and the Liquid Glass redesign in iOS 26. The panel debates consumer vs. business use cases for Vision Pro, explores AirPods Pro 3’s new live translation and camera features, and reacts to early battery drain and “white squigglies” camera glitches. They wrap with hardware orders, cosmic orange iPhone debates, and plenty of laughs. iPhone 17 review, iPhone 17 unboxing, iPhone 17 Pro cosmic orange,...
info_outlineThe latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Mike Potter, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We discuss the Apple Event “Wunderlust” this week. iOS 17 RC was released final version drops on 9/18/23. iCloud will now have 6TB and 12TB options. AirPods Pro 2 has USB-C and you cannot buy a replacement case for lightning. Iphone 15 was announced with 4 models and amazing camera upgrades. Apple Watch series 9 and Ultra 2 upgrades. Are all these updates worth it? We give our opinions. Plus much more.
The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com
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News
We give our thoughts on the the Apple event Wonderlust this week.
Topics
Beta this week. iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 Release Candidate is out public release is Monday September 18, 2023
iOS 17 RC comes with multiple new ringtones for iPhone
tvOS 17 and HomePod Software 17 to be officially released on September 18
iOS17 and iPadOS 17 will be released 9/18/23
Apple Reveals More iOS 17 Features Not Available Until Later This Year
Apple Shares Lists of All New Features in iOS 17 and macOS Sonoma
iOS 17 Adds 20+ New Ringtones and Text Tones for Calls, Messages and Alarms
iOS 17 Includes 'Grid Forecast' Feature to Let You Know When 'Cleaner' Energy is Available
New Apple ID Sign-In Options: Phone Number on File or Trusted Device
Apple Event items that didn't get much attention.
Everything Apple Announced at Today's Event in Six Minutes
Apple Not Offering USB-C AirPods Pro Cases As a Standalone Purchase You could do a service request: AirPods Repair & Service - Apple Support Proceed with caution.
Apple Adds 6TB and 12TB iCloud+ Storage Tiers
Apple Releases USB-C to Lightning Adapter for iPhone 15 and Shorter Thunderbolt 4 Pro Cable
The end of an era: Apple officially discontinues the iPhone mini
iPhone 15 Apple Lets Customers 'Get Ready' For iPhone 15 Launch With Pre-Order Setup
Thinner Bezels on iPhone 15
iPhone 15's USB-C Port Can Charge Your Apple Watch and AirPods
iPhone 15 Pro Supports Recording ProRes Video Directly to External Storage
Apple Announces New Roadside Assistance via Satellite Feature for iPhone 14 and iPhone 15
Apple Adds Thread Networking Technology to iPhone 15 Pro
All iPhone 15 Models Support DisplayPort for Up to 4K HDR Video Output
In an ocean of leaks, the iPhone 15 cameras managed to sneak in a few surprises
iPhone 15 Pro Models Support Wi-Fi 6E
iPhone 15 Pro Max's 5x Optical Zoom Lens Enables 25x Digital Zoom
iPhone 15 Models Sold Outside U.S. Still Have Physical SIM Card Tray
iPhone 15 Models Still Limited to 7.5W on Qi Chargers, Fast Charging Has Not Improved
iPhone 15's USB-C Port Remains Limited to Lightning Speeds
iPhone 15 Pro £100 Cheaper in the UK Than Last Year's Equivalent Models
Titanium iPhone 15 Pro Weighs 19 Grams Less Than iPhone 14 Pro
iPhone 15 Pro: Here's Everything the New Action Button Can Do
All of Apple's New Devices Feature the Same Battery Life as Previous Generations
iPhone 14 vs 15 compared. Is it worth the upgrade?
iPhone 15 vs iPhone 14 — Specs, price, and features, compared
iPhone 14 Pro vs. iPhone 15 Pro Buyer's Guide: 30+ Upgrades Compared - MacRumors
iPhone 15 Pro Max vs. iPhone 14 Pro Max — Specs, price, and features, compared
eSIM-only iPhone 15 remains exclusive to the US as the rest of the world still gets a SIM tray
iPhone 14 Pro gets new HEIF Max option to take 48MP photos
Apple Watch
Here is Every Apple Watch Band That Launched Today
Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 Feature 64GB of Storage
Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 battery life
Apple Watch Series 8 vs. Series 9 Buyer's Guide: 10+ Upgrades Compared
Apple to Release watchOS 10 on Monday, September 18
Hermès Debuts Apple Watch Series 9 Collection Including Leather Bands
You can already use the Apple Watch's double-tap feature. Here's how
Will you be buying an iPhone and / or Apple Watch this year and, if so, which one?
AirPods Pro 2 USB-C
Lossless Audio With Apple Vision Pro Will Be Limited to USB-C AirPods Pro 2 - MacRumors
New firmware released for AirPods Pro, AirPods, & AirPods Max
AirPods in 2023: Here's how the lineup looks after Apple's event
Your AirPods Pro 2 are getting an upgrade, and it's a big deal | ZDNET
Announcements
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Our Host
Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65,
Twitter @daveg65.and the show @intouchwithios
Our Regular Contributors
Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer’s managing editor, and Smile’s TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet
Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com
About our Guest
Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo