365 - Squirrel Chews Fiber Cable, AI Healthcare, and CarPlay Ultra Controversies
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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364 - iPadOS, Multitasking…and Yes, Sporks & Lawsuits
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The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley. Episode 364 dives into the latest post-WWDC 2025 announcements from Apple. The panel explores updates to VisionOS, iOS 26, macOS 26 (“Tahoe”), iPad multitasking, CarPlay improvements, and Apple Watch accessibility. With new UI designs, spatial widget integration, AI feature rollouts, and hardware enhancement. 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...
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363 - OS, iPadOS, and a Whole Lotta Vision: WWDC 2025 Reactions
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The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle, Jeff Gamet, We break down WWDC 2025 highlights across VisionOS, iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. The team dives into Vision Pro’s spatial widgets, iOS 26’s revamped lock screen and call features, iPadOS 26’s new multitasking, and Apple Intelligence’s privacy-focused AI. They also explore the growing convergence between iPad and Mac and wrap with a shoutout to Macstock 9. The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! we...
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362 - Privacy, Baseball, and the Art of Cleaning Vision Pro Lenses
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In the latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, we dive into Apple’s latest transparency report, highlighting strong privacy protections for Vision Pro users. They discuss cleaning tips for the device, a powerful D-Day immersive app, and upcoming WWDC 2025 expectations—especially the rumored iOS 26 redesign, AI integrations, and a potential homeOS. Apple TV’s ad-free, privacy-respecting experience, critiques smart home frustrations, and weighs in on Instagram finally coming to iPad. Other topics include Apple’s...
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361 - No iOS 19: Apple Skips Ahead to iOS 26 with Vision Pro in Tow
In Touch with iOS
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Mike Potter, Chuck Joiner, Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, discusses Apple’s Vision Pro headset and the upcoming AI smart glasses expected next year. They highlight an interactive Vision Pro app called D-Day: The Camera Soldier that combines immersive tech with history. The episode covers Apple’s shift to a year-based OS naming system, updates to Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro, the new Sky AI helper for Mac, and improvements in CarPlay navigation. The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a...
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360 - Google I/O What’s Next wit AI on iOS and MacOS Notification Tips
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The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Eric Bolden, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, and Jeff Gamet. This week we dive into Apple and Google news, from hilarious Vision Pro price guesses to WWDC 3.0 wishlist items and Google’s AI updates. Plus tips on using your iPhone as a Mac mic, vintage iPhone status, and some great gadget deals. 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 Summary In this episode,...
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359 - Eyes on iOS: Updates, Vision Pro, and More!
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The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest ,Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. In this episode, we discuss the public release of iOS 18.5, Pride Harmony wallpaper, and the latest from Apple Vision Pro with visionOS 2.5. The panel debates early user feedback, watchOS 11.5 features, CarPlay Ultra, upcoming accessibility improvements, and Apple Maps’ integration with Michelin. Plus, we preview the MacStock Conference and share tips for maximizing your Apple experience. The show notes are at Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! ...
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358 - AI Have Questions: Apple’s Intelligence & the Job Shift
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The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guests Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet. In this episode, we explore Apple’s latest ecosystem updates, including Vision Pro 2.5, iOS 18.5 features, Apple’s AI initiatives, new Apple Arcade games, Apple Music’s viral playlist, and more—plus insights on the upcoming MacStock event. 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 Summary ...
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357 - Apple Watch Healing and New Beginnings
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In Touch With iOS Episode 357: Apple Watch Healing and New Beginnings Short Summary Dave is joined by Ben, Jeff, Marty, and Eric to discuss Apple’s latest financial results, Vision Pro updates, Apple Intelligence progress, and Apple’s legal fight with Epic Games. The team also shares powerful Apple Watch stories and previews the upcoming Macstock conference with a special discount code. Social Media Links ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ Ways to Support the Show 💬 ☕️ 🎉 👉 Full show notes at Long...
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356 - Apple Watch: 10 Years of Warnings, Workouts, and Wins
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The show notes are at This week, Dave is joined by MartyJeff, and Ben for a fun and insightful roundtable covering a wide range of Apple topics and tech trends. Ice Cream Truck Antics: The episode kicks off with some unexpected Jeff's neighborhood ice cream truck noise—setting a lighthearted tone before diving deep into tech talk. Vision Pro Updates: The panel discusses the third beta release of VisionOS, highlighting some persistent user issues, particularly with AirPods Max unexpectedly rebooting while using the Vision Pro. There’s a lively debate around whether these...
info_outlineThe latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley. Episode 364 dives into the latest post-WWDC 2025 announcements from Apple. The panel explores updates to VisionOS, iOS 26, macOS 26 (“Tahoe”), iPad multitasking, CarPlay improvements, and Apple Watch accessibility. With new UI designs, spatial widget integration, AI feature rollouts, and hardware enhancement.
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Summary
In this episode of In Touch With iOS, host David Ginsburg is joined by Jill McKinley, Marty Jencius, Chuck Joiner, and Eric Bolden to unpack Apple’s post-WWDC 2025 news. The conversation starts with Vision Pro and VisionOS beta capabilities, including spatial widgets and immersive media viewing in a VR environment. Marty details how he’s placing widgets in his virtual space, while Eric highlights improvements in gaze-based navigation.
The discussion moves to iOS 26 and its public beta (18.6), spotlighting updates focused on battery life and Apple’s AI features — particularly how regulatory hurdles are shaping rollouts in international markets like China.
macOS 26, codenamed “Tahoe,” gets praise for its sleek new “liquid glass” UI and personalization upgrades, including a theming engine that enhances accessibility. The team reflects on UI changes and how they affect daily workflows.
Chuck shares insights from Apple leadership on multitasking in iPadOS, while Jill recounts using her iPad in the wild to stay productive. The group continues by reviewing Apple Watch’s new accessibility tools and watch faces, before diving into improved Reminders functionality and syncing.
Also on the docket: Meta’s adoption of Passkeys, a new Google ad taking aim at iOS features, Adobe’s Firefly AI toolset, Apple’s Back to School promotion, and new Logitech gear built for Vision Pro. The episode wraps with a preview of Macstock 2024 and closing thoughts from the panel.
Topics and Links
In Touch With Vision Pro this week.
Marty tested some of the new features on VisionOS 26 beta, Widget App finding it. Fsntasical was tried
F1 trailer was watched
Scrolling windows with eyes.
Beta this week. iOS 26 Beta 1 continues.
Apple Seeds Revised iOS 26 Developer Beta to Fix Battery Issue
Apple Releases iOS 18.6 Public Beta
In Touch With Mac this week
Get a First Look at macOS Tahoe's Design and Spotlight Changes
macOS Tahoe's New Theming System Explained
Craig Federighi Explains Why Apple Won't Merge iPad and Mac: 'We Don't Want to Build Sporks'
Post WWDC 25 Finds
Safari Changes on iOS 26 Go Beyond the Address Bar - MacRumors
Apple Offers Safari Design Choices in iOS 26, Learning from Past Criticism
CarPlay on iOS 26: Here's Everything New
Get Pumped: The 8 Coolest Features Coming to Your Apple Watch in watchOS 26
tvOS 26 Introduces Automatic Sign-In Feature for Apple TV Apps
These tvOS 26 Features Are Only Available on Newer Apple TV Models
Here’s everything new coming to Reminders in iOS 26
News
Facebook Now Supports Passkeys for Passwordless Login on iPhone and iPad
Apple Begins Selling Wide Range of Accessories in Fun Summer Colors
Apple Hit With Class Action Lawsuit Over iCloud Backups
Google Says iOS 26 Copies Three Android Features
Adobe Firefly App Launches on iOS and Android
Apple's 2025 Back to School Sale Now Live, Offering Free Accessories With Purchases
Logitech Announces Two New Accessories for WWDC
Apple Says iPhone XS is Now Vintage
YouTube fixes crashing issue on mobile apps, tells iOS users to reinstall
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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, 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
Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.
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.
About our Guest
Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT. A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.