285 - CarPlay and GM InfoPAINment System - With Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig, Kelly Guimont and Brittany Smith
Release Date: 12/23/2023
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by guest Kelly Guimont, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We discuss the iOS 18 beta's progress and new features, share tips for providing developer feedback, and speculate on the upcoming Apple event on September 9, including the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch updates. The conversation also covers the implications of Bluetooth 6 and a creative use of AirTags to catch package thieves, showcasing innovative tech applications in everyday life. Excitement for Apple's future developments permeates the episode, setting the stage for...
info_outline 321 - It’s Almost GlowTime and is CarPlay Spinning its Wheels?In Touch with iOS
In this episode of In Touch with iOS, our panel, including Dave Ginsburg, Mike Potter, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, and Jeff Gamet, discusses the latest iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 beta releases, highlighting features like Apple Intelligence and a revamped Control Center. We speculate about the upcoming "Glow Time" Apple event, potential product announcements for the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch, and the iPad Mini 7's future. Marty shares insights on VisionOS 2 and the evolution of Apple’s immersive marketing. We introduce new podcast features in Pocket Casts and wrap up with a light-hearted...
info_outline 320 - You Cannot Procreate with AI on your iPadIn Touch with iOS
In this episode of *In Touch with iOS*, hosted by Dave Ginsburg, we dive deep into the latest developments in the Apple ecosystem with a riveting group of panelists, including Chuck Joiner, Ben Roethig, Marty Jencius, and Jeff Gamet. The discussion kicks off with a comprehensive overview of recent iOS betas and their features, particularly iOS 18 and its upcoming enhancements. As we navigate through the various beta updates, we share our experiences, dissecting significant improvements like the new phone call recording capabilities and the refined Apple Maps with hiking routes. We then shift...
info_outline 319 - Honey, I need to get the New Apple Watch Just BecauseIn Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest, Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. we delve into the beta releases of iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1. Joined by co-hosts Jill McKinley, Marty Jensius, and Jeff Gamet, we discuss new features, including AI capabilities and our experiences with the updates. We speculate on an upcoming Apple event and the potential release of new MacBook Pros. The conversation also covers the significance of mobile VPNs, the popularity of the Apple Watch Ultra, and the rumored 2026 tabletop robotic home device. Finally, we celebrate Apple Maps'...
info_outline 318 - iPad Recovery Mode Adventures at the Apple StoreIn Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave Ginsburg, along with Kelly Guimont and Marty Jencius delve into the latest iOS updates emphasizing the importance of promptly applying security patches. Speculations about Apple's potential development of a foldable iPhone and groundbreaking technology like a 5G MacBook are explored. The conversation extends to Apple's utilization of Google tensor chips and reviews of top shows and movies on Apple TV Plus. Discussions on Apple's retail union contract, app store guidelines, gaming history preservation, and the convergence of fashion and technology with...
info_outline 317 - That's a lot of Apple ServicesIn Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Guy Serle, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Apple’s recent financial performance, new iOS features, and industry trends. Apple reported a record-high quarterly revenue of $85.8 billion. Growth was driven by services. iOS Updates: iOS 17.6: Introduces emergency SOS via satellite expansion. iOS 18.1 Beta: Exclusive iPhone 15 Pro including:Privacy enhancementsNew call recording and transcription functions Hardware Updates: Personalized spatial audio for AirPods. CarPlay on driving safety and accessibility. Comparison...
info_outline 316 - You Need a Separate Bed for Your Apple WatchIn Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Mike Potter, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. We welcome back Jeff and he gives experiences at the Macstock event. Beta this week. iOS 17.6 RC was released along with iOS 18 developer Beta 4 and Public Beta 2. in Apple Music using generative AI, We delve into the new standalone Passwords app in iOS 18, focusing on its streamlined features for password management and its potential impact on third-party password managers like 1Password. Marty talks about VisionOS 2 Beta 3 and WatchOS 11 Beta 4. WatchOS 11 adds sleep data collection and he...
info_outline 315 - Special Episode: Live at Macstock 8 Pre EventIn Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest,Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. It was amazing to be in person with the gang at Macstock 8. We all discussed what we all were going to present and more fun in person. More news stories including Easily Switch From Google Photos to iCloud Photos With This New Tool. Astropad Studio Gains Support for Apple Pencil Pro Controls.Apple Teases Severance Season 2. Apple Users Are Keeping Their Devices for Longer as Upgrades Slow.HomePod Saves Family's Life After Dog Starts Kitchen Fire.1Password adds the ability to share Wi-Fi...
info_outline 314 - Macstock Karaoke and Vision Pro PartyIn Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont, Marty Jencius, and Ben Roethig. Apple Seeds First tvOS 18 Public Beta.We recap Macstock with some amazing presentations including Kelly giving us brain power by teaching us crocheting and fun Vision Po demos along with karaoke. Apple TV+ shows nominated in the 76th Emmy Awards.Apple Approves First Retro PC Emulator for iPhone, iPad, and Vision Pro 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_outline 313 - Siri Says I Found This on the Web for YesIn Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Patrice Brend’amour, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig.We talk Beta this week. iOS 18 Beta 2 continues along with iOS 17.6 Beta 2. Apple Intelligence Coming to Vision Pro, but Not HomePod. Could the HomePod with display be a reality?In-store Vision Pro demos will see two big changes this month.Patrice pre ordered the Vision Pro in Germany. No surprise Apple Reclassifies iPhone X, OG HomePod, and Original AirPods as Vintage. The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! we...
info_outlineThe latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Brittany Smith and Kelly Guimont, plus regulars Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. GM has its big woes with its Infotainment system constantly crashing. Or as Jeff says InfoPAINment system. Big news Apple has stopped selling the current Apple Watch because of a patent infringement lawsuit. The social engineering saga continues Joanna Stern from WSJ interviews a jailed iPhone thief who tells us how easy it was to steal 1000’s of iPhones. Apple now has self diagnostics available for self service repairs. Plus much more.
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News
Apple TestFlight servers from 2012 to 2015 leak, containing terabytes of data
Apple halted sales of Apple Watch Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 no longer available online
Here's how the Apple Watch ban will impact your ability to get your device repaired or replaced
Apple halting Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 sales: Here's why
Apple could avoid US Apple Watch ban with software update
iOS 16.7.4 Update Fixes Issue That Prevented Built-In Apps From Being Reinstalled
Apple News+ Subscription Now Includes 'The Athletic' Sports Coverage
Bloomberg: Vision Pro production moving at full speed, February launch planned
Apple announces new 'contingent pricing' feature for App Store subscriptions
Apple Card Savings Account gets its first interest rate boost since launch
Topics
Latest updates to iOS17.2 are discussed.
Apple Releases iOS 17.2.1 With Bug Fixes
iOS 17.2 and tvOS 17.2 Kill TV Show and Movie Wishlists With No Warning
Apple Stops Signing iOS 17.1.1 and iOS 17.1.2, Preventing Downgrading
Beta this week. iOS17.3 Beta 1 continues
iOS 17.3 beta 1 is here — here’s the new features for your iPhone
CarPlay and iPhone 15 with USB-C and does it work with the USB-C cable? CarPlay with the USB-C iPhone 15
Meanwhile GM has not started out well post CarPlay. GM’s CarPlay replacement software is off to a disastrous start
We discussed the social engineering that happened when thieves steal iPhones. Joanna Stern from Wall Street Journal initially reported this way of getting someones passcode and steals the phone and cash.She interviews a jailed thief that talks about how he did it. He Stole Hundreds of iPhones and Looted People’s Life Savings. He Told Us How.
Apple is now offering diagnostics of Self service repairs. iPhone 12 and later: Apple Diagnostics for Self Service Repair
Jeff and Dave report back on the $16 knock off Apple watch band. https://www.instagram.com/p/C1GUqrLtDkJ/
Tips
iMessage Tip OS 17.2, what’s your Messages count + storage?? Go to Settings > Tap your name > iCloud > Show all > Messages in iCloud
Announcements
Macstock 7 2023 Digital Pass is now available. Relive the conference as you can Purchase a Digital Pass see the talks that many of our regular guests and contributors did including Dave, Brittany, Chuck, and Jeff. https://macstockconferenceandexpo.com
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, 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
Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso
Brittany Smith is a cognitive neuroscientist who provides a variety of consulting services through her business, Devise and Conquer that includes ADD/ADHD coaching, technology coaching, productivity consulting, and more. She is a self-designated “well-rounded geek”, and holds a M.S. degree in Cognitive Neuroscience. She can be found on Twitter as @addliberator. Find her on her YouTube channel of tech tips