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In Touch with iOS

Release Date: 02/02/2025

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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. We cover the Vision Pro developer beta, iOS 26 updates, redesigned icons, and the new AirPods camera control feature. We also dive into macOS Tahoe enhancements, Xcode’s AI integration, and the upcoming September 9th Apple event. Finally, we discuss Apple TV+ pricing changes, Apple Music’s expansion, and shifting streaming strategies. 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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The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig..  We covers urgent Apple security updates, the Apple vs. Masimo legal fight, and exciting Vision Pro immersive features. The panel explores iOS 26 and VisionOS betas, Apple Card promos, Apple TV+ price hikes, critiques on Siri, and cutting-edge tech like OWC’s new SSD — all while navigating the evolving world of Apple’s ecosystem. 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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In Touch with iOS

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius.  Significant Apple news: a software-based return of the blood oxygen feature for select Apple Watches, Vision Pro beta updates, and an in-depth look at apps like SailGP and Cassette. The panel discusses iOS 26’s Wallet improvements, on-site iPad repairs, and rumors of a budget MacBook. Listeners also get commentary on Apple Card ratings, Apple Arcade’s September lineup, Netflix’s new tvOS interface, and ESPN/Fox’s streaming bundle. The show notes are at   ...

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The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Ben Roethig, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet,  visionOS beta improvements, standout Vision Pro creative apps, and iOS 26 beta 5 refinements. The panel discusses iPadOS performance boosts, AirPods charging updates, and CarPlay’s new compact call view. They also explore time zone glitches, Tim Cook’s $600B U.S. manufacturing push, ESPN’s NFL Network acquisition, and the macOS HD icon redesign, while touching on GPT-5’s debut and broader Apple ecosystem trends  The show notes are at ...

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The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, the panel covers Apple’s $94B earnings, growth in iPhone and Services, and Vision Pro’s market outlook. They discuss macOS Tahoe’s new customizable Control Center, AppleCare One savings, iOS 26’s spam filtering, and AirTag airline support. The episode wraps with news on JPMorgan possibly taking over the Apple Card.  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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The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, The team covers updates on visionOS 26 and the Vision Pro, the iOS 18.6 release candidate, macOS Sequoia, and the new AppleCare One plan. Additional discussions include Chrome’s new account switching on iOS, BMW’s snub of CarPlay Ultra, and the implications of T-Mobile’s Starlink service. Plus, Jill debuts her ChatGPT shortcut for Apple news aggregation. The show notes are at   Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! we would really...

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The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Mike Potter, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius. In this episode, the panel recaps MacStock 9, highlighting standout sessions on Vision Pro, social media strategy, AI automation, and health tech. They discuss hands-on demos with Apple Vision Pro, emphasizing improvements in guest mode and gesture controls. The show also covers the latest iOS 26 and visionOS betas, Apple’s new AI features, and updates to Wemo devices and Chrome support. Other topics include ChatGPT for Mac, Rode’s new wireless iPhone mics, and Apple TV+ content...

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In Touch with iOS

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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In Touch with iOS

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, The panel honors the late Tim Robertson and shares heartfelt stories from the Apple podcasting community. The conversation then shifts to Apple news including Vision Pro’s legal troubles, new immersive apps, and the Bezel app’s iPhone mirroring capabilities. The crew also discusses Apple’s iOS and macOS beta updates, a surge in Mac shipments, malware alerts, AI developments in Siri, and Apple Music’s 10-year milestone. The episode closes with excitement for the upcoming...

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In Touch with iOS

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. We dive into Vision Pro’s new 3D collaboration tools and its surprising potential in medical diagnostics. They explore updates in iOS 26 and macOS “Tahoe,” reflect on Apple’s shift away from older devices, and introduce the Setapp app subscription service. The episode also covers CarPlay Ultra’s mixed reception, T-Mobile home internet, and Dave’s adventure with a squirrel chewing AT&T fiber cable, and wraps with a Macstock 9 preview use INTOUCH50 at checkout to save $50...

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The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Holden DePardo, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. We start by dissecting Apple's Q1 2025 earnings report, highlighting record revenues of $124.3 billion, despite a slight dip in iPhone sales. The discussion emphasizes growth in services and other products, as the team explores the implications of Apple's shifting revenue sources. We also cover the latest updates on Vision Pro and VisionOS 2.3, noting its expanding gaming capabilities and the potential to attract more gamers. The episode celebrates the iPad's 15th anniversary, while also touching on recent technological advancements from other companies.

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

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The episode kicks off with a detailed analysis of Apple's recently released quarterly earnings report, sharing insights about record revenue of $124.3 billion for Q1 of 2025. While iPhone revenue dipped slightly, we explore how significant growth in services and other product categories like Mac, iPad, and wearables indicates strong overall performance.

Holden provides his perspective on the quarterly results, noting the surprising resilience of Apple's diverse product mix despite the iPhone's decline. Jeff adds that the focus on services has allowed Apple to reduce its dependency on the iPhone as a primary revenue source, foreseeing growth in other segments in the future. Marty emphasizes the importance of Apple’s continued success in services, questioning whether recent drops in the wearables segment impact overall consumer sentiment.

The team transitions to discussions about the new Vision Pro updates, such as the launch of VisionOS 2.3, and its expanding gaming capabilities with over 2,000 titles available through NVIDIA's GeForce Now. The implications of this development for gaming and user experiences on the Vision Pro headset are assessed, with particular interest in how the device could attract more gamers going forward.

We delve into product innovations, such as Apple’s plans for immersive content and recently released immersive videos focusing on sports and music, all aimed at enhancing user engagement. Each team member shares their opinions on the significance of these offerings in increasing the appeal of Apple's ecosystem. A segment is dedicated to the iPad's 15th anniversary, celebrating its impact on both personal and professional landscapes, alongside discussions of other software updates across Apple's range of devices, ensuring users stay informed about security and feature enhancements.

The episode turns towards some intriguing news topics, including CVS's rollout of tech for unlocking secured product cabinets via smartphones, and Microsoft’s new integration with iOS for Windows 11.

Q1 Financial results

Apple’s reports record revenue for Q1 2025

Apple CEO Tim Cook: There's a 'Lot of Innovation' Left for Future iPhone Development 

Apple’s install base reaches new high, but growth rate has slowed

Apple Now Has More Than 2.35 Billion Active Devices Worldwide

Apple Reports Best Quarter Ever in 1Q 2025 Results: $36.3B Profit on $124.3B Revenue

In Touch With Vision Pro this week. 

Apple Releases visionOS 2.3

Vision Pro now offers 2,000+ games via NVIDIA GeForce NOW support

Game Developers Show Growing Interest in Apple Vision Pro for Gaming

Apple Vision Pro + Kendrick Lamar — Exclusive Experience

Apple's Newest Store Has A Dedicated Vision Pro Side Room

Apple’s next immersive Vision Pro film involves bull riding and arrives soon

Beta this week. iOS 18.3 was released to the public this week. 

Update Now: iOS 18.3 and macOS Sequoia 15.3 Include 20+ Security Updates

Apple Releases iOS 18.3 With Visual Intelligence and Notification Summary Improvements

Apple Releases watchOS 11.3 With New Black Unity Watch Face 

Apple Releases tvOS 18.3 

When Will Apple Release the iOS 18.4 Beta?

iOS 18.3 Adds Starlink Support to T-Mobile iPhones

Save 7GB Storage Per Device by Disabling Apple Intelligence

iOS 18.3 Features: Everything New in iOS 18.3

Apple Breaks watchOS Updates On Older Apple Watch Models [Update: Fixed]

Apple Finally Explains How to Install New Firmware on Your AirPods

iOS 18.3: Use New Visual Intelligence Features on iPhone 16 

Apple Announced the iPad 15 Years Ago Today

In Touch With Mac this week

Apple Releases macOS Sequoia 15.3 With Genmoji

Apple to Patch Web Browser Vulnerabilities Affecting Recent Macs, iPads and iPhones

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News

Apple Might Start Buying Ads on X Again

Apple TV+ Introduces 'Sunday Night Soccer' With Weekly MLS Matches

Netflix Brings Full-Season Download Feature to iPhone and iPad

Windows 11 Start menu phone integration now includes iPhone support

CVS Tests Letting iPhone Users Unlock Product Cabinets Without an Employee 

Announcements

Macstock 9 is next summer. It's back again for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. Newsletter link here: https://mailchi.mp/0c81790aa2a8/macstock8-10132503?e=eb0c7039b1

Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! .  Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events. 

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

Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at [email protected]  https://thepodtalk.net 

About our Guest

Holden DePardo His Apple and  tech knowledge brings great insights to the show.