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Apple Discontinuing iTunes U at the End of 2021

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WWDC20 - Lineup Officially announced events on June 22nd

WWDC 2020: Everything We Know - we discuss what to expect in iOS. How does the ARM rumor affect iPhone and iPad?

Apple Might Extend iPad Pro Magic Keyboard to Other iPad

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Beta Testing is back! Warren and Dave review the latest beta iOS 13.5.5 and give our reviews. Here are links to the discussions.i

Automatic iOS updates change
Health App Updates browse change add symptoms.

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Our continued discussion on setting up Plex. Dave has a HomeRunHD device that connects to an over the air HD antenna and not only allows you to watch TV the Plex pass gives you a DVR to record the shows.

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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.

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360 - Google I/O What’s Next wit AI on iOS and MacOS Notification Tips

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05/23/25 • 70 min

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.

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'The Price is Right' contestants were off by thousands when guessing the cost of Apple's Vision Pro

Summary

In this episode, we cover a mix of fascinating Apple and Google news and updates. We start by sharing how ‘The Price is Right’ contestants wildly underestimated the cost of Apple’s Vision Pro, highlighting just how surprising the headset’s price point is. Next, we explore the WWDC 2025 VisionOS 3 wishlist, imagining what features Apple might add to improve the user experience.

We also discuss the latest status on iOS 18.5, which has no new beta this week but still holds some small refinements. Moving to Mac, we cover handy tips like taking full control of macOS notifications and how to use your iPhone as a microphone for your Mac.

On the Google front, we recap their exciting I/O announcements including the Gemini app’s new Live View feature and Google Translate becoming the default translation app on iOS devices. Plus, we spotlight a great deal on a wireless CarPlay adapter available at Walmart.

Rounding out the episode, we hit the news with Mozilla shutting down Pocket, Fortnite topping App Store charts, iPhone 7 Plus and 8 becoming vintage, and some fresh Apple TV+ series and movie news.

Episode Highlights

This week in In Touch With Vision Pro: Discussion on how ‘The Price is Right’ contestants wildly underestimated the cost of Apple’s Vision Pro headset by thousands of dollars. Plus a spotlight on the Mirror Vision App enhancing the Vision Pro experience.
WWDC 25 VisionOS 3 Wishlist What features we hope Apple adds next for Vision Pro in the upcoming VisionOS 3 update.
Updates on iOS 18.5: no new beta release this week, but still worth watching for minor refinements.
In In Touch With Mac this week:

How to take full control of notifications on macOS (Lifehacker)
Using your iPhone as a microphone for your Mac (MacRumors)

Google I/O Announcements Recap: A rundown of everything interesting Google announced, including:

Gemini app for iOS now with Live View real-time visual help
Google Translate is now the default translation app on iPhone and iPad

Deals and Gadgets: Walmart’s wireless CarPlay adapter selling for $33 (originally $80), praised by shoppers for flawless performance.

News Roundup

Mozilla announces shutdown of Pocket to refocus on Firefox (9to5Mac)
Fortnite tops App Store charts again (MacRumors)
iPhone 7 Plus and iPhone 8 now officially vintage (MacRumors)
Apple TV+ announces a new five-part documentary film portrait “Mr. Scorsese”
New Apple TV+ series from celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay announced
Apple’s big summer movie expanding to more IMAX theaters due to overwhelming popularity

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212 - Plexicam with your iPhone Webcam - With Guest Chuck Joiner and Jeff Gamet

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07/22/22 • 75 min

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner, and Jeff Gamet. Using your iPhone as a webcam? There is a great solution called Plexicam that mounts it and puts it at eye level on your screen Dave demonstrates it and the panel gives their review. Check the YouTube channel for a short video of this. Apple Watch do you need one with cellular? We discuss this and you would be surprised what we came up with.

Apple TV is still one of the best stream devices out there. We discuss the history and we use them. Very important update iOS15.6 includes 39 security patches. This is a must install. 3 apps are reviewed: Flighty, Rev Call Recorder, and Catalist: Movies, books and more.

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New App Store Section Reveals 15 Games Leaving Apple Arcade Soon

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Netflix's ad-supported plan won't have full catalog available

Apple One Bundle: Subscription services can power Apple back to $3 trillion and beyond – Morgan Stanley

T‐Mobile and Apple team up to make IT easy for small businesses

Another good story. Apple Watch helps diagnose deadly tumor, saves Maine woman's life

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iOS15.6 was released yesterday. This is a must update with 39 security fixes. Apple Releases iOS 15.6 With New Live Sports Features, Storage Bug Fix and More

iPadOS 15.6 Fixes iPad Mini 6 Charging Issue - MacRumors

About the security content of iOS 15.6 and iPadOS 15.6 - Apple Support

Apple Releases watchOS 8.7 With Bug Fixes and Performance Improvements

The Apple Watch Series 3 probably just got its last update

Apple Releases HomePod 15.6 Software With Siri Voice Recognition in Additional Languages

Apple Removes AirTag Battery Level Indicator From the Find My App

Beta this week. iOS16 Developer Beta 3 conitines and Public Beta 1 as well.

Everything New With Siri and Dictation in iOS 16

Apple announced this week tha Apple TV HD model from 2015 is now vintage. It does have some great features and we wanted to discuss the latest models, its future, and some tips on how to use it. We also review how easy it is to set one up and sync with other ones on your account and network as well as discuss Apple TV device history.

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101 - Interview with JJ Ramberg of GoodPods and 3rd Party Browsers

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06/06/20 • 53 min

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

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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

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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.

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

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103 - Hey the App Store Subscriptions Do Not Work - With Dave Hamilton

In Touch with iOS

06/19/20 • 65 min

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.

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Google Meet Videoconferencing Coming to Gmail iOS App

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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

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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.

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,

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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.

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

Pocket Casts podcast player adds standalone Apple Watch playback, more

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

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226 - New iPads, Apple TV, and Pencil $9 Adapter- With Guest Mike Potter and Jeff Gamet

In Touch with iOS

10/22/22 • 73 min

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Mike Potter and Jeff Gamet. The new iPads are here via press release. iPad Pro with M2 Processor and 10th gen added USB-C that still uses 1st gen Pencil which needs adapter to charge. New Apple TV faster plus price reduction starting at $129 with no charging cable for remote. We discussed the rumor of MacOS on an iPad. iOS16.1 RC to release next week. Plus more news and discussion.

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Google Completes Rollout of iOS 16 Lock Screen Widgets With Updates to Maps and Search

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iOS 16 Features an All-New iPhone Keyboard Layout Option

Apple Begins Selling Belkin Mount for Using an iPhone as a Mac's Webcam

DaVinci Resolve coming soon to iPad Pro, enhanced by the M2 chip

MacOS rumored coming to iPad? We discuss. Apple rumored to be testing macOS for M2 iPad Pro

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Beta this week.

iOS 15.7.1 Release Candidate Breaking Face ID for Some iPhone Users -

iOS 16.1 Introduces New Copy-and-Paste Permission Settings on Per-App Basis

Apple Seeds iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16.1 Release Candidates to Developers

Apple Seeds tvOS 16.1 Release Candidate to Developers

Apple Seeds watchOS 9.1 Release Candidate to Developers

iOS 16.1 to Feature iCloud Shared Photo Library, Key Sharing in Wallet App, and Apple Card Savings Account

Live Activities on iOS 16.1: App Store Now Accepting Apps, Sports Scores via TV App Potentially Delayed

iOS 16.1 for iPhone Launching on Monday With These 8 New Features

iPadOS 16 is coming Monday but you'll need a very new iPad to get every feature

All the new product announcements were press releases. Did you miss the hoopla with the events they had before?

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Apple unveils completely redesigned iPad in four vibrant colors

Apple introduces next-generation iPad Pro, supercharged by the M2 chip

Apple Fitness+ available to iPhone users in 21 countries starting October 24

Big announcements this week including new iPad 10th Gen, iPad Pro M2 processor, and Apple TV with A15 processor. We discuss the changes and is it worth the upgrades.

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279 - Birthday Bash, Cable Twisting, and Apple Pencil USB-C Review - With Patrice Brend’amour, Kelly Guimont, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig

In Touch with iOS

11/11/23 • 87 min

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Patrice Brend’amour, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We celebrate Dave’s birthday with the biggest panel to date. USB-C cables for iPhone and iPad, how durable are they? We review Consumer Reports article on how many twists before failing and more. Dave does a review of the Apple Pencil USB-C. Chuck arrives in time to discuss why Microsoft is asking if you need to exit OneDrive. Important iOS updates and more.

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Barbra Streisand corrected Siri by calling Tim Cook

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Disney+ and Hulu Merging Into Single App, Beta Coming in December

Apple says it doesn't hike iPhone and Apple Watch prices to pay for its climate pledge

Apple Wallet account balance feature now supports every major UK bank

OneDrive users must justify why they are closing the app before exiting (Updated)

Final Cut Pro for Mac and iPad get powerful updates - Apple

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iOS updates and Beta this week.

iOS 17.1.1

Apple Releases iOS 17.1.1 With Bug Fixes for BMW Wireless Charging and Weather Widget

Jeff will have comments on this improvement, Apple Releases HomePod 17.1.1 Software With Fix for Siri Response Bug

Apple Releases New Firmware for Beats Fit Pro and Powerbeats Pro - MacRumors

Apple Releases WatchOS 10.1.1 With Fix for Apple Watch Battery Drain Bug - MacRumors

iOS 17.2 Beta 2

Apple Seeds Second Betas of iOS 17.2 and iPadOS 17.2 to Developers

Apple Seeds Second Beta of watchOS 10.2 to Developers

Apple Seeds Second Beta of tvOS 17.2 to Developers

Apple Releases New Firmware for AirPods Pro 2

Added features in iOS 17.2 Beta 2

iOS 17.2 to Expand Sensitive Content Warnings on iPhone

iOS 17.2 Beta 2 Includes Feature for Recording Spatial Video on iPhone 15 Pro

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325 - Look at Your Palm To open Control Center on Vision Pro

In Touch with iOS

09/28/24 • 70 min

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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Summary

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...

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275 - Jeff Wants a new CarPlay Head Unit in his Car With Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig

In Touch with iOS

10/14/23 • 75 min

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. iPhone 15 has CarPlay issues with USB-C and Jeff wants a new CarPlay unit in his car. Plus reviews of CarPlay apps. Are the days of Google as default search on iPhone numbered? Why has it been so slow for US states to adopt digital iD’s on the iPhone, Makes no sense streaming devices still have micro USB jacks.

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T-Mobile Automatically Upgrading Users to More Expensive Plans, But There's an Opt-Out Option

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Good News! ‘Star Trek: Prodigy’ To Netflix After Paramount+ Cancellation

Apple explains why iPhone 12 was always safe to use in France, iOS 17.1 to address non-standard test that triggered non-issue

Best Buy may end DVD and Blu-ray sales early next year

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Beta this week. iOS 17.1 Beta 3 was released this week.

Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 17.1 and iPadOS 17.1 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]

iOS 17.1 to Launch by October 24

iOS 17.1 Beta 3 Prevents Action Button From Activating the Camera or Flashlight in a Pocket - MacRumors

Warning for iOS 17.1 Beta Testers: Update to Beta 3 or Your Wallet App May Crash

Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 10.1 to Developers

Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 17.1 to Developers

Apple TV’s new ‘Enhance Dialogue’ feature expands to original HomePod and HomePod mini with tvOS 17.1

Apple Releases New Firmware for AirPods Pro 2

Are the days of Google as default search on iPhone numbered? Google Pays Apple $18B to $20B a Year to Be Default iOS Search Engine and Apple could be out $20 billion a year if Google loses DOJ antitrust case

Why has it been so slow for US states to adopt digital iD’s on the iPhone? States with digital ID and driver’s license on iPhone

CA DMV Wallet & mDL Pilot

More CarPlay Woes. CarPlay Not Working for Some iPhone 15 Users, Possibly Because of USB-C Cables

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305 - iPad Air iPad Pro with M4 Let Loose! - With guest Kelly Guimont, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig

In Touch with iOS

05/11/24 • 74 min

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. Beta this week. Let it Loose Apple event recap we break it down and give our thoughts on the new iPads including the iPad Air, iPad Pro with the new M4 chip. iOS and iPadOS 17.5 Beta RC is released this week just in time for the new iPad. We would expect the final version to be released before May 15 iPad ship date. As well as iPad Air and iPad Pro details and things that were not announced dung the event including 16GB Ram in a 1TB and higher Pro. Apple Pencil Pro was announced and Jeff gives his insights on the really cool new pencil.

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