In Touch with iOS

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Apple delays macOS Universal Control until spring 2022 | Engadget

News

Apple Releases Swift Playgrounds 4 With Support for Creating Apps on iPad - MacRumors

Apple Arcade Getting New Disney and Nickelodeon Games - MacRumors

Apple Stores Getting Tool for Updating AirPods Pro to Latest Firmware Version

SiriusXM Platinum VIP Tier Now Includes 12 Months of Free Apple Music

Apple Shares 'Ted Lasso' Animated Christmas Short - MacRumors

Topics

Beta this week. iOS15.2 iPadOS15.2 WatchOS 8.3 and tvOS 15.2 all released to the public this week. We talk about the new features and more.

Articles that were referenced

iOS 15.2 Features: Everything New in iOS 15.2

iOS 15.2 changes and features – A great end-of-year update for iPhone and iPad

iOS 15.2 Makes It Easier to Reset Your Locked Device Without Needing a Computer

You can now reset and erase a locked iPhone without needing to connect to a PC

Apple Releases HomePod Software 15.2 With Apple Music Voice Plan Support

Apple Releases watchOS 8.3 With Apple Music Voice Plan and App Privacy Report

Apple Releases tvOS 15.2 for Apple TV HD and Apple TV 4K

Apple Music Voice Plan launching with iOS 15.2 - 9to5Mac

What Apple's iOS 15.2 App Privacy Report means - The Washington Post

How to set up a Legacy Contact on iPhone and iPad | iMore

Apple Fitness+ and AirPods Max are 1 year old this week. We discuss where they have gone how the future looks. Apple Fitness+ Turns One Year Old

AirPods Max Launched One Year Ago Today

Holden talks about his new purchases. iPhone 13 Pro he reviews it. We sneak in some new MacBook Pro discussion since we have them now.

Tips

How to make your large iPhone more comfortable to use one handed

Apps

Readdle's Scanner Pro for iPhone gets Magic Eraser to remove fingers, hole punches

Pixelmator Photo Now Available on iPhone - MacRumors

Our Host

David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.

Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.

About our Guests

Holden DePardo studies computer science and is the co-host of Networked Podcast. Twitter: @holdendepardo

Brian DePardo is a writer and IT Professional living in Dallas, TX he is on Twitter @briandepardo

About our 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.

181 - A Mu Browser For Your Apple Watch - With Guest Jeff Gamet Dec 10, 2021

Show notes

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by returning guest Jeff Gamet. Dave reviews the μBrowser for Apple Watch. It is actually good. iOS15.2 Beta RC is released and almost ready for everyone. Tips on how you can convert photos on iPhone from the HEIC format. Lawsuit filed on swollen battery claims with Apple Watch. iOS15.2 will be able to predict if you fall in the health app. Plus more.

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

Links to our Show

Verizon is Tracking iPhone Users by Default and There's Nothing Apple Can Do. How to Turn It Off

News

Verizon tracks almost everything you do on iPhone. Here's how to stop it.

Prince William Apple Fitness+ Time to Walk Now Available [Updated]

Chris O'Dowd added to upcoming Apple TV+ comedy series 'Big Door Prize'

Razer Launches MagSafe-Compatible Cooling Fan for iPhones

Report: iOS Users Who Opt-Out of App Tracking Continue to Be Tracked by Facebook and Snapchat

More Firmware updates for the MagSafe Charger and AirPods

Apple Updates MagSafe Charger Firmware to 10M229

Apple Updates AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max Firmware

Lawsuit Claims Swollen Apple Watch Batteries Can Lead to 'Substantial Personal Injury'

iOS 15 Now Installed On Nearly 60% Of Devices, Exactly 80 Days After Launch

Topics

Beta this week. iOS15.2 RC1 was released and we are very close to public release.

Apple Seeds Release Candidate Versions of iOS 15.2 and iPadOS 15.2 to Developers

iOS 15.2 Adds 'Parts and Service History' Feature to iPhone

Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of watchOS 8.3 to Developers, watchOS 8.3 Release Candidate Expands AssistiveTouch to Older Apple Watch Models

Apple Seeds Release Candidate Version of tvOS 15.2 to Developers

Apple Music Voice Plan Coming in iOS 15.2 we talk about this new plan and will it be easy to use with Siri only. Here's a First Look at Apple Music's Voice Plan Launching With iOS 15.2

Tips

Your iPhone Can Help Predict Your Fall Risk

How to convert HEIC to JPG on iPhone and Mac

Fix "This message has not been downloaded from server" in Mail on iPhone & iPad

Apps

µBrowser is a new web browser for Apple Watch that's surprisingly great Link ‎µBrowser on the App Store

Greek alphabet Mu Browser - https://www.rapidtables.com/math/symbols/greek_alphabet.html

Our Host

David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.

Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.

About our Guest

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 Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet and YouTube https://youtube.com/jgamet

About our Co-Host

180 - Apple TV It's a Device and Service, Plus More Gifts - With Guest Guy Serle Dec 03, 2021

Show notes

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren they are joined by guest Guy Serle. We talk about Apple TV and Apple TV. Yes it's confusing, it's a device and a service we review. Dave reviews the wireless CarPlay module from Carlinkit and it works great. iOS15.2 Beta 4 is out, we reviewed it and it's close to release. More gift picks from the panel. iPhone SE with 5G? It's possible. Plus more.

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

Links to our Show

iPhone 13 Demand Weakening Ahead of Holidays, Apple Tells Suppliers

News

Apple no longer signing iOS 15.1, downgrade blocked

App Store monopoly claim rejected by federal court; reasoning is a strong win for Apple

Apple Picks the 2021 App Store Award Winners, Highlighting the Best Apps of the Year

New iPhone SE Reportedly on Track for Release in First Quarter of 2022

Apple Adding iPhone 6 Plus to Vintage Products List Later This Month

Topics

Beta this week. iOS15.2 Beta 4 was release today,

Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 15.2 and iPadOS 15.2 to Developers

Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of watchOS 8.3 to Developers

Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of tvOS 15.2 to Developers

Apple TV, Apple TV, and Apple TV+. You have a device, and aggregator app, and a paid streaming service. We discuss why we think Apple chose to use basically the same name for all 3 and review what each do.

Apple TV Streaming box comes in a 4K and HD model. We discuss if it's worth the higher price vs other streaming devices like Roku.

TV & Home

Apple TV app is available on the Apple TV box as well as most SmartTVs plug Roku and more.

Apple TV app

Apple TV+ is the paid service with original content including Ted Lasso, Foundation, and the latest movie from Tom Hanks Fitch, its $4.99 per month with a 3 month free trial with purchase of an Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, Mac, or iPod Touch.

All Apple Originals. Only on Apple TV+.

Dave reviews wireless CarPlay which was his gift guide pick from last week. The brand is Carlinkit and they have different models for different model years. He reviews how it works and if it's a solid choice.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08P18TSCT/

Our Listener Donna sent in a review of another CarPlay wireless adapter.

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B09DCBMLZ6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_JBZ6CKD4EJ331Y97AF04

Gift Guide

Our picks of gifts for your devices.

Guy

Ear Fun Air Pro 2 BT 5.2 wireless earbuds $86 (https://www.amazon.com/EarFun-Cancelling-Earphones-Bluetooth-Headphones/dp/B09C1F6F4K)

Elgato Wave 1 USB microphone $99 (https://www.amazon.com/Elgato-Wave-Microphone-Anti-Clipping-TactileMute/dp/B088P2KKHS/)

Elgato Wave 3 USB Microphone $149 (https://www.amazon.com/Elgato-Wave-Microphone-Podcasting-Capacitive/dp/B088HHWC47/)

Warren

https://www.popsockets.com/en-us/p/popwallet--for-magsafe-black/805668.html?cgid=magsafe-popwallets

Dave

Nulaxy Phone Stand, Height Angle Adjustable Cell Phone Stand, Phone Holder for Desk Compatible with iPhone12 Mini 11 Pro Xs Xs Max Xr X 8 7 6 6s Plus, All Smartphones (4-8 inches) - Black

JOBY GripTight POV Kit- Image Stabilizer w/Bluetooth Remote for Apple/Android Smartphones BLACK

Our Host

David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.

Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.

About our Guest

Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501

About our Co-Host

179 - Gift Guide for your iPhone and iPad - With Guest Jeff Gamet and Patrice Brend'Amour Nov 26, 2021

Show notes

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by Jeff Gamet and Patrice Brend'Amour. We have our 1st annual gift guide where the panel gives us gifts for your iPhone and iPad. Shazam now listens longer and gives better chance of recognizing the song. Dave reviews the Apple Watch Series 7 after one week of using it. CarPlay is 7 years old we review some of the apps that work on that platform and more.

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

Links to our Show

Demand for iPhone 13 still eclipsing iPhone 12 launch in the United States

News

Shazam Updated With Ability to Find More Songs by Listening Longer

iOS 15 won't get digital driver's license support until 2022

Tim Cook Explains Why Apple Launched the Self Service Repair Program

An Actual Tesla Smartphone Is Looking More Likely | Were the Concepts Right? This article too. ATTA launches bike taxi 'Huiva' application | Technology

Topics

Beta this week. iOS15.2 beta 3 has been ongoing 10 days since this was released. We discuss any issues.

CarPlay has been a thing for 7 years now. Here are many of the apps that work so well in your Ca as well some great accessories for gifts

Best CarPlay apps to download on iPhone

Dave has had the Apple Watch Series 7 for 1 week now he gives his impressions and some of the features as well as others who use them too.

Gift Guides from Touch with iOS the panel reviews some of our favorites

Jeff

- Pen.tips $20.72 https://pen.tips/

- iFi hip-dac $169 iFi Hip-dac Portable Balanced DAC Headphone Amplifier for Android, iPhone with USB Input Only/Outputs: 3.5mm Unbalanced / 4.4mm Balanced (Unit only)

Warren

BLANDSTRS Airpods Wireless Charging Case Replacement, Wireless Charger Battery Case Compatible with AirPods 1 & 2, NO EARPODS (Black)

Patrice

Airmail https://airmailapp.com Free. Airmail Pro is $2.99/month $9.99/year

Apple Fitness+ https://www.apple.com/apple-fitness-plus/ $9.99/month $79.99/year or as part of Apple One Premier

Dave

2021 Wireless CarPlay Adapter CarlinKit 3.0 for Factory Wired CarPlay

More CarPlay accessories for iPhone.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08P18TSCT/ 9to5Mac Gift Guide: CarPlay and must-have iPhone accessories for the road

Our Host

David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.

Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.

About our Guests

Patrice Brend'amour loves to create podcasts, automations or software. She also enjoys working with diverse sets of people, leading them to success and making a tiny difference in the world. Which she does as VP of Development at a Healthcare Software provider. She can be found at https://the-patrice.com and her podcast Foodie Flashback at https://foodieflashback.com

178 - SharePlay for Tech Support - With Guest Jeff Gamet and Chuck Joiner Nov 20, 2021

Show notes

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jeff Gamet and Chuck Joiner. Apple announces self service repair starting with iPhone 12 and 13. Should there be restrictions to who can fix them? We discuss. Dave did a presentation at a Mac User group on SharePlay in FaceTime, we discuss how you can use SharePlay to share your screen and provide tech support for anyone. Dave hours before show recording bought the Apple Watch Series 7 very first impressions.

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

Links to our Show

iOS 15.1.1 Call Drop Fix, Features, Download & More

News

Apple Releases watchOS 8.1.1 With Fix for Apple Watch Series 7 Charging Issue

AirPods 4A402 Firmware Update: Features, Bugs & More

Amazon Photos for iOS overhauled with memories feature, simplified home screen, more

AAPL Stock Sets New All-Time High Following Latest Apple Car Rumors

Apple Working Toward Fully Autonomous Car With No Steering Wheel or Pedals, Aiming to Launch in 2025

Topics

Beta this week. iOS 15.2 Beta 3 was released this week. Everything New in iOS 15.2 Beta 3: Macro Mode Updates, iCloud Private Relay Tweaks and More

iOS 15.2 beta no longer disables Face ID on iPhone 13 after screen replacement

Apple Seeds Third Betas of iOS 15.2 and iPadOS 15.2 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]

Apple Seeds Third Beta of watchOS 8.3 to Developers

Apple Seeds Third Beta of tvOS 15.2 to Developers

Right to Repair. Apple announced that it will now open up parts and repairs to anyone to fix their products. They are starting with iPhone 12 and 13

Apple announces Self Service Repair

Everyone Is a Genius: Apple Will Offer Parts and Tools for DIY Repairs

FaceTime and SharePlay review and tips. Dave did a presentation on this and we talked about the ability to share your screen and more.

Apple touts growing number of third-party apps compatible with SharePlay in iOS 15.1

Dave has a new Series 7 Apple Watch and gives very first impressions having it less than 5 hours. He had a great experience with set up at the Apple Store.

Our Host

David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.

Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.

About our Guests

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.

177 - Unpair for Apple Pay and More iOS15 Tips With Guest Kelly Guimont Nov 13, 2021

Show notes

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Kelly Guimont. Dave's Apple Watch stops working with Apple Pay for no reason he fixes it. We reviewed the new service PhoneSwap from the folks that started PodSwap. Apple announces a new Business essentials MDM service starting up in 2022. Apple drops prices of trade-ins of devices. iOS15.2 beta 2 adds some great new features. More great iOS15 tips.

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

Links to our Show

Apple Drops Device Trade-In Prices in the U.S.

News

Apple backs off of breaking Face ID after DIY iPhone 13 screen replacements

New Apple Business Essentials Brings Device Management for Small Businesses the was the Apple purchase of Fleetsmith.

Apple Must Allow External Payment Options by December 9, Judge Says

Apple Store App for iOS Adds Saved Item Lists for Easy Sharing With Product Specialists

Topics

Beta this week. iOS 15.2 Beta 2 was released.

Apple Seeds Second Public Betas of iOS and iPadOS 15.2 With Legacy Contacts, Find My Updates and More

Everything New in iOS 15.2 Beta 2: Legacy Contacts, Hide My Email Improvements, and More

Hide My Email Available in Mail App With New iOS 15.2 and macOS Monterey 12.1 Betas

iOS 15.2 Beta Adds Messages Communication Safety Feature for Kids

Dave had quite the issue with his Apple Watch and Apple Pay. The Watch stopped working and could not use any card synced. Turned out he had to unpair and pair the Watch again. We discuss.

Dave reviewed the airpods swapping service Podswap AirPods back on episode 138. Co founders Emily and Emma have started another service called PhoneSwap where you can swap your older iPhone for a newer one. We discuss the value of this service and it's easy process.

Dave received this book for his birthday on Apple Design that was published back in 2011 https://www.amazon.com/Apple-Design-Friedrich-von-Borries/dp/3775730117/ great book to look at many items that Apple designed over the years who remembers the iPod Hi-Fi?

Tips

More iOS15 and iPadOS 15 tips

How to install and manage apps for Messages on iOS 15 and iPadOS 15

Mute Notifications for Individual Apps

Use Background Sounds

Copy Safari Tabs and paste into anything

Settings > Accessibility > Per App setting Review these settings and change Amazon app to smart invert.

Quickly Refresh a Webpage

Control Center tips

Set your iPhone to flash if you cannot hear the sound of messages or ringing

Our Host

David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.

Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.

About our Guest

Kelly Guimont writes for The Mac Observer and is the host of The Daily Observations Podcast. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @verso

176 - Quick Notes on a iPad and Guys New iPhone - With Guest Guy Serle Nov 06, 2021

Show notes

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by Guy Serle. Guy has a new iPhone 13 Pro he upgraded from SE2 gives his review. iPadOS15 has a new quick notes feature using an Apple Pencil. New accessibility feature in Apple Watch using assistive touch with pinch and clench with your hand. Dave and Warren review the Apple Polishing cloth and why is it back ordered 12 weeks. Twelve South has a new action bnd that is an Apple watch sweat band. Plus more tips.

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

Links to our Show

Apple Discontinues Powerbeats, Beats Solo Pro, and Beats EP

News

Report: iPhone and Apple Watch to add new 'crash detection' feature that auto-dials 911

Notability Changes App Subscription Policy, Promises Existing Users Lifetime Access to Purchased Features

Apple TV Owners Can Now Download tvOS 15.1.1 Update

TMobile offering free 1 year of Paramount+

Apple to Start Offering iPhone XR as Loaner Device During Lengthier Repairs

Apple ID Website Gets Design Overhaul

iPhone X Modded With USB-C Port Listed on eBay With Bids Topping $85,000

iFixit confirms iPhone 13 disables Face ID after third-party screen repair

Topics

Beta this week. iOS15.2 beta is in its 2nd week. Notably the App Privacy report. First iOS 15.2 and iPadOS 15.2 Betas Available to Public Beta Testers

Apple Releases HomePod Software 15.1.1 With Podcasts Bug Fix

Accessibility on the Apple Watch new features Use AssistiveTouch on your Apple Watch on the Series 6 and later and SE.

Dave's review of the Apple Polishing Cloth. iFixit actually tore down Apple's backordered $19 screen cloth

Grammarly rolls out full set of features to iPhone and iPad users

Cool Stuff; Twelve South Debuts ActionBand for Apple Watch Workouts

Guy's new iPhone 13 he moved from the iPhone SE2. He reviews the iPhone 13 and its differences. Warren also gives his insights on his iPhone 13 Pro Max.

Warren shows off the magsafe popsockets.

Tips

How to Use Reading List on iPhone, iPad, & Mac and Reading view

How to Save Webpage as PDF Using Safari on iPhone & iPad

Invoke a Quick Note on iPad

Use Tags in Notes

Our Host

David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.

Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.

About our Guest

Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-436-9501

About our Co-Host

175 - iOS 15.1 New Features and Tips With Guest Jeff Gamet Oct 29, 2021

Show notes

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by guest Jeff Gamet. iOS 15.1 was released this week, we discussed the new features including SharePlay. Apple TV+ will be added to Comcast Xfinity X1 platform. Dave found this great poster on Etsy the evolution of iPhone and think back to all the iPhone's we owned. Spoiler, Dave had many. T-Mobile had 5G UC ultra capacity how fast are the speeds. Plus more.

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

Links to our Show

Display Analyst: 4.7-Inch 5G 'iPhone SE Plus' Coming in 2022, iPhone SE 3 With Larger Display Planned for 2024

News

Apple Releases iOS 14.8.1 and iPadOS 14.8.1 With Security Updates

Amazon TVs to Support AirPlay 2 and HomeKit

Apple Music is now available on PS5

Apple confirms Apple Card 6% cash back was an error, but will issue credits to affected users

Apple TV+ Coming to Comcast and Sky Devices [Updated] So is the Apple TV device still relevant?

Teardown Teaser: 2021 MacBook Pro Polishing Cloth Detour

Topics

Apple reports their 4Q 2021 earnings the same day we recorded this episode and they are still doing well.

Apple Reports 4Q 2021 Results: $20.6B Profit on $83.4B Revenue

Apple announces record fourth quarter – Six Colors

Apple CEO Tim Cook: We're Focused on Maintaining Privacy and Security of the App Store

Apple 'Working Feverishly' to Improve iPhone 13 Supplies

Apple's Services Achieve All-Time Quarterly Revenue Record

iOS15.1 was released to the public this past week and we review what's new and what our thoughts are on the upgrade.

iOS 15.1 Features: Everything New in iOS 15.1

iOS 15.1: How to Enable Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio and Apple Lossless on HomePod

Beta this week. iOS15.2 Beta 1 was released this week.

Everything New in iOS 15.2: App Privacy Report and Auto Call Updates

Apple Seeds First Betas of iOS 15.2 and iPadOS 15.2 to Developers With App Privacy Report

Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 15.2 to Developers

First iOS 15.2 and iPadOS 15.2 Betas Available to Public Beta Testers

Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 8.3 to Developers

We discuss the new AirPods 3 and what the differences are vs the other models. Video Comparison: AirPods 3 vs. AirPods Pro

The evolution of the iPhone. Dave bought this great poster and it's framed on his wall behind him shown on the podcast now. it's on Etsy with every iPhone made up to current. Evolution of Apple Iphone Poster. All Iphone Models Digital Its fun to review what iPhones we all owned think Dave is the champ.

We talk about T-Mobile and the new 5G UC or ultra capacity. Do you notice the speed difference an what do the other carriers do. What Does "5G UC" Mean on an iPhone? - Apple

Tips

How to Use the Secret Codes on Your iPhone

How to Backup Voice Memos from iPhone

Apps

Camo, a Great App That Uses Your iPhone as a Mac Webcam, Adds Snap AR Features

Our Host

David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.

Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.

About our Guest

174 - There is a Apple Polishing Cloth for your Stuff - With Guests Holden DePardo and Brian DePardo Oct 22, 2021

Show notes

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he's joined by Holden and Brian DePardo. At The Apple event titled Unleashed, we talk about the new Airpods 3 and Apple Music plan with Siri. They released a polishing cloth for your stuff you won't be able to buy until next year. New colors for the HomePod Mini. Dave reviews the latest AirTag cases from Speck. The iPod celebrates its 20th Anniversary. App reviews and more.

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

Links to our Show

Apple Removes References to Original HomePod From Website, Months After Discontinuation

News

Apple Restructures Website, Separates AirPods and 'TV & Home' Into Their Own Sections

Apple Card Customers Are Getting Six Percent Cashback

Apple Card 0% financing problem – Apple offers to resolve

Topics

Beta this week. iOS 15.1 RC was released and the final version will be released on Monday 10/25.

Apple Seeds iOS and iPadOS 15.1 Release Candidates to Developers

Apple Seeds watchOS 8.1 Release Candidate to Developers

Apple Seeds tvOS 15.1 Release Candidate to Developers

The Apple Event entitled Unleashed occurred this past week and yes it had mostly Mac announcements there were some other items announced that we discuss

They announced new colors for the HomePod Mini including yellow, orange, and Blue that seem to match iMacs but the colors are off. https://www.apple.com/homepod-mini/specs/

Apple quietly announced a new polishing Cloth for devices especially for Apple displays. For $19.99 we debate: is this a worthy item to purchase? You Probably Won't Be Able to Get Apple's New Polishing Cloth in Time for the Holidays

Apple opened up the event by talking about a new Apple Music plan called Voice Plan at $4.99 per month. But there is a catch: you can only use Siri to ask for songs, playlists, and more. The new Apple Music Voice plan costs $5 a month and is a good option for the casual listener

AirPods 3 Announcement: We review the new features and where it fits in the product line. AirPods lineup comparison: which should you buy?

Dave's AirPods Pro started crackling and had them replaced under AirPods Pro Service Program for Sound Issues he reviews the process and he is glad Apple had this program.

Cool Stuff. Speck is releasing a line of AirTag cases. Apple AirTag Cases | Speck Dave does a review of the new line including a luggage tag thats magnetic holder.

It's the 20th anniversary of the first iPod October 23, 2021 and we talk about how the iPod revolutionized the way we listened to music. This Week Marks the 20th Anniversary of the iPod This is the original press release from Apple. Apple Presents iPod

List of iPod models - Wikipedia

Apps

Built in Magnifier app

AirBuddy 2

Our Host

David Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.

Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65.

About our Guests

Holden DePardo studies computer science and is the co-host of Networked Podcast. Twitter: @holdendepardo

Brian DePardo is a writer and IT Professional living in Dallas, TX he is on Twitter @briandepardo Brian will be reading his novel virtually at a Stanford University Student Author Showcase CLICK HERE to register on November 12, 2021.

About our Co-Host

173 - Your iPad and a Luna Display - With Guests Patrice Brend'Amour and Jeff Gamet Oct 16, 2021

Show notes

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren are joined by Patrice Brend'amour and Jeff Gamet. Luna Display is not sherlocked anymore you can use your iPad as 2nd display on Windows. iOS 15.0.2 released must update with security fixes. Apple Watch series 7 about to be released. Who is buying one? More iOS15 tips and more.

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com