In Touch with iOS

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren this week and Dave interviews JJ Ramberg from GoodPods and talk about the app and podcasts. iOS beta testing is back and Warren us happy, We review 3rd party browsers and will Apple allow them to be default over Safari and more.

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News

Apple Releases iOS and iPadOS 13.5.1 With Fixes for Recent 'unc0ver' Jailbreak Vulnerability

Apple Releases watchOS 6.2.6 With Security Fixes

Apple Releases New 13.4.6 Software for HomePod

Should you buy a HomePod right now or wait for the HomePod mini?

Apple Research app updated with COVID-19 survey and new 'Speech in Noise' test

iPhone looters find devices disabled, with a warning they’re being tracked

Topics

Dave interviewed the founder of the Podcast social app GoodPods JJ Ramberg. She hosted MSNBC Your Business for 13 years and also co-founded the shopping and coupon site GoodShop. We talk about Goodpods and quoting the website “See what podcasts your smartest, funniest, most curious podcast-obsessed friends and influencers are listening to.” I also discuss How it will work for podcasters and the benefits for listeners. We also discuss some of the tech that went into setting up the app.

Beta Testing is back! Warren and Dave review the latest beta iOS 13.5.5 and we give our reviews.

Here are links to the discussions. iOS 13.5.5 Beta, WatchOS 6.2.8, tvOS 13.4.8

Code in iOS 13.5.5 Suggests Apple is Working on Services Bundle

iOS 13.5.5 code provides evidence of future Apple services bundle in development

First look: Apple News+ Audio in iOS 13.5.5 beta

iOS 14: Will it run on your iPhone and iPad?

3rd Party browsers and will Apple open up iOS to change the default browser from Safari.

Links to the browsers Dave reviewed.

Firefox iOS, Firefox Focus iOS, Microsoft Edge iOS. Google Chrome iOS

Apps

Dave

Camera+ 2 Update

Plex

Plex Dash

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.

The latest In Touch With iOS Dave and Warren this week are joined by Dave Hamilton from the Mac Observer and Mac Geek Gab podcast. The new Hey mail app didn’t like the app store subscriptions. T-Mobile Home Internet review, tips on the mail app and more.

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

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News

Google Meet Videoconferencing Coming to Gmail iOS App

Apple Threatens to Remove Email App 'Hey' From App Store Over Lack of In-App Subscription Option [Updated]

Phil Schiller says Apple is not considering App Store rule changes as it doubles down on Hey email app

Relate Story - AntiTrust issues with the App Store Antitrust Committee Chairman Calls App Store Fees 'Highway Robbery' Rogue Amoeba had challenges with their apps ans spoke about it on Twitter.

T-Mobile’s Neville Ray explains what caused yesterday’s network outage

Apple Card 0% Financing Expanded to More Products

AirPower return? - Apple Allegedly Continues to Work on AirPower-Like Charging Mat With A11 Chip to Prevent Overheating

Topics

Beta testing this week iOS 13.6 and coming next week iOS 14

Apple Adds WWDC Special Event Video to YouTube Ahead of Monday, Lets People Set Reminders We discuss the what is expected to be announced and and our thoughts on what iOS 14 and other technologies could have.

Dave attended a Showstoppers press event showcasing these products and our guest Dave H attended as well we talked about these 3 products that were announced.

• Matterport 3D Capture for iPhone
• Shure Aonic Bluetooth Headphones
• Sandisk Extreme Pro SSD

T-Mobile Home Internet is becoming available around the US and Dave was able to sign up and received the gateway this week. He reviews the service and how well it works with iOS and how is its performance. We talk about networking and how well would this work for a permanent home solution,

Tips

Mail Settings we forget about. Why is that To and CC icon on every email? Well here you can turn it off by going into Settings > Mail and turn it off. You can also change swipe options swipe left can be changed and swipe right too or you can set it to none.

Apps and App Updates

Notability 9.4 Update Improves the Audio System, Plus 8 new Languages

Pocket Casts podcast player adds standalone Apple Watch playback, more

About our Guest

Dave Hamiton hosts The Mac Geek Gab podcast and is Co-Founder of The Mac Observer. He can be found on Twitter @davehamilton

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.

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont, Marty Jencius, and Ben Roethig.we discuss the latest Apple updates with Kelly Guimont, Ben Roethig, and Marty Jencius. We dive into our experiences with the Apple Vision Pro headsets, sharing insights on navigation challenges and the potential of Vision OS beta updates.

We cover iOS 18.0.1, addressing touchscreen issues, and highlight the impressive features of the iPhone 16 Pro models, particularly for photography enthusiasts. The introduction of the AirPods 4 and the new Apple Music classical update also spark conversation.

To wrap up, we reflect on Tim Cook’s lighthearted appearance on The Tonight Show.

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A portion of our discussion is dedicated to the Apple Vision Pro, as both Marty and I have recently acquired these headsets. We share anecdotes about learning their controls, particularly the elusive Control Center, and how our user experiences have evolved over the weeks. I touch upon the challenges I've faced with eye movement in navigation, and Marty echoes my sentiments, highlighting the adjustment process as we become more accustomed to the device's capabilities. We also compare impressions of the Vision OS beta updates, anticipating the evolution of features such as multi-view support and improved screen sharing.

Switching gears, we discuss iOS 18.0.1, which is currently in testing to address touchscreen issues experienced by some users, including both the iPhone 16 and older models. Personal anecdotes about issues with responsiveness lead to a broader conversation about the way major updates can impact the user experience, especially with updates introduced during peak device usage.

As we shift focus, we highlight the impressive advancements of the iPhone 16 lineup. With the Pro and Pro Max models offering a host of enhanced features, we delve into comparisons such as materials, screen sizes, and camera capabilities, emphasizing the increased value the Pro models bring, especially for photography enthusiasts. The camera control button is a standout feature; we share how it streamlines photography by providing immediate access to the camera app and controls.

We also celebrate the recent updates to AirPods, particularly the introduction of the AirPods 4, which feature sound isolation. Our excitement is palpable as we discuss their potential impact on daily life and how they complement the expanding ecosystem of Apple products. I share my anticipation of taking these on a flight soon to compare their performance against my Pro models.

Moving beyond hardware, we dive into Apple Music's classical update, which enriches the listening experience with detailed album booklets and artist biographies. The exclusion of a Mac app for this service reignites frustration, especially from those of us who routinely listen to classical music while working. We collectively ponder the necessity for Apple to enhance its offerings across platforms.

Lastly, we share a lighthearted moment while recounting Tim Cook’s recent appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, where they discussed the new iPhone 16. The playful banter and Cook’s insights into Apple’s retail philosophy bring a fun closing to our tech-heavy episode.

As we wrap up, we invite listeners to share their experiences and thoughts on the products discussed. Overall, this episode encapsulates the thrill of the Apple community as we navigate the ever-evo...