In Touch with iOS

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave and Warren we are joined by Jeff Gamet. Happy 45th to Apple! Siri will no longer have a default voice you pick. AppleTV its future and rumored new remote. App rankings what are the most popular iOS 14.5 Beta 6 is released adding battery recalibration tool and Siri voice default.

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

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News

Happy Birthday Apple - Founded April 1, 1976

Microsoft Shuts Down Cortana App for iOS and Android We do not think anyone is really sad about this.

Uber iOS App Could Soon Include Augmented Reality Directions for Finding Your Driver

Apple Announces Digital WWDC 2021 Event Taking Place June 7-11

Apple Support App Gains Updated Coverage Details, Reservation Reminders and New App Clip

Topics

Important everyone should upgrade! Apple Releases iOS and iPadOS 14.4.2 to Fix Actively Exploited Security Vulnerability

Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 6 was released. We discuss the changes here are the article links.

Apple Seeds Sixth Betas of iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5 to Developers

Apple Seeds Sixth Beta of watchOS 7.4 to Developers

Apple Seeds Sixth Beta of tvOS 14.5 snd HomePod to Developers

iOS 14.5: Siri no longer defaults to a female voice, two new choices added

Apple introduces battery recalibration tool for iPhone with iOS 14.5 beta 6

More surveys but this does make sense. Android Rapidly Losing Users to iPhone we discuss why we love iPhone and why are more android users moving over to iPhone.

AppleTV what is its future? The story this week is Apple is finally redesigning that often complained about Siri Remote. Apple developing new Remote for the next-generation Apple TV we discuss the remote, and AppleTV device future. Exclusive: Here's our first look at the 'B519' remote for Apple TV

Apps

We are discussing something new this week with Apps. App Annie does rankings of the top apps in the US from free to paid and iPhone or iPad we review the latest rankings. Today's Top App Store Rankings and our thoughts and do we use them.

Our Host

Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group

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,

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 and Warren we are joined by Holden and Brian Depardo. iPhone 12 Mini is still slow selling but someone on the panel thinks it rocks. Stopping spam calls and T-Mobile has it covered. The mirroring app Reflector upgraded to version 4. Listener asks my iPhone 8 and what you should upgrade to plus apps, apps, and more,

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

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News

Apple Developing New 'HomePod' Models With Screens and Cameras

HomePod mini reportedly includes room temperature and humidity sensor, could be enabled through software update

Apple may pay Samsung Display over reduced OLED iPhone 12 mini panel orders

Apple Updates iWork Apps for iOS and macOS to Version 11

Recently-Created Shortcuts Links Are Currently Broken UPDATE Apple Fixes iCloud Links for Sharing Shortcuts

iPhone 11 Pro survives 30-day dive in a deep-freezing lake

iPhone 12 Pro Max is Among 'Best Smartphones of 2021' Says Consumer Reports

Topics

iOS would not be here if it wasn't for Mac OS X. Mac OS X is 20; was born of 'a desperate act' by Apple

Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 5 was released. Apple Seeds Fifth Betas of iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available]

Apple Removes 'Siri Remote' Mentions in tvOS 14.5 Beta, Changes 'Home' Button Name

Apple Seeds Fifth Beta of watchOS 7.4 to Developers

How do you stop spam calls? T-Mobile Completes Spam Prevention Rollout, Now Authenticates Calls From 98% of Wireless Users

Reflector the great screen sharing app to share your iOS app has been updated to support the M1 processor and more. 'Reflector' AirPlay mirroring app updated with M1 Mac and Big Sur support, new device frames, more we review this and its improvements.

A Listener email at [email protected] asked I have a iPhone 8 and want to upgrade. What would be the best choice? The iPhone SE might be a great choice iPhone SE vs iPhone 8: The only choice for home button lovers we discuss differences and if you like Touch ID you might like the choice.

Tips

Changing your photo default settings from HEIC to most compatible. Settings > Camera > Formats. Set it to Most Compatible to favor .jpg files. Set it to High Efficiency to favor .heic files. .heic is a new file format for images that is much better in every way than the old .jpg format: it's smaller, and produces better compression with fewer artifacts. The only reason you might not want to use it is that it hasn't been implemented by every single service yet, so some places don't like it and when you find such a place and want to upload a photo there, you'll have to convert the .heic to a .jpg before you upload.

How to Switch Between Apps on iPhone & iPad

Apps

Opera launches modern redesign for minimalist iPhone browser

Our Host

Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group

About our Guests

Holden DePardo studies computer science and co-hosts two podcasts: Respawn Aim Fire and Networked Podcast. Twitter: @holdendepardo

Brian DePardo is a writer and IT Professional living in Dallas, TX

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, Warren is off our guest this week is Davis Knight. Apple discontinued the HomePod, Dave bought the Watch braided Solo loop band gives his review, Future with glucose monitoring with Apple Watch, Oprah tells you about her books via Siri, iOS Beta 4 14.5 how to change the passcode on Apple Watch plus more..

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

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News

Apple Maps Displays COVID-19 Vaccination Locations in United States

Brand loyalty increasing for iPhone and dipping for Android, survey suggests

Siri Can Now Tell You What Oprah's Reading

iPad Pro With Thunderbolt and Mini-LED Display Coming 'As Early As April'

T-Mobile teams up with SiriusXM to give customers a better version of Pandora for free

Flipboard app adds dynamic iOS 14 home screen widgets with curated headlines

Topics

Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 4 was released this week. Apple Seeds Fourth Betas of iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available] This could happen. Apple might soon deliver standalone iOS security updates Music updates Apple Music adding new 'City Charts' daily playlists with iOS 14.5 Apple Maps could soon be able to tell you how busy a business is based on anonymous location data

Dave finally decided to buy the Braided Solo loop for his Apple Watch Series 6. 44mm Atlantic Blue Braided Solo Loop the best part was he was able to go into an Apple Store for the first time since the pandemic hit and was able to go through and test sizes. He gives his review and is it worth the price for this band. How do you wash your bands?

Apple announced this past week that the big boy HomePod is being discontinued. Apple Discontinues Full-Sized HomePod to Focus on HomePod Mini We discuss Apple's decision and where the speaker market is going. Will Apple come out with another HomePod down the road? Best HomePod alternatives now that it's been discontinued

With the Apple Watch there has been discussions that the next model Series 7 could possibly gain a built in glucose monitor for checking blood sugars. Davis hosts the Diabetic Savvy podcast and we discuss the future with the Apple Watch and what Apple will possibly do in this area. Apple Watch blood sugar sensor 'coming in Series 7' – report

This was an interesting new iPad Pro Stand released by Kensington. Review: Kensington StudioDock caters to iPad Pro-centric creatives we discuss how this stand fits with the iPad and is it a good design.

Western Digital Releases Its First 2-in-1 Flash Drive for Moving Content Seamlessly Between iPhone and USB Type-C™ Devices | Western Digital SanDisk brand. Amazon - SanDisk 256GB iXpand Flash Drive Luxe for iPhone and USB Type-C Devices

Tips

How to Switch Between Apps on iPhone & iPad

Our Host

Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group

About our Guest

Davis Knight is an Apple technology enthusiast and owner of DiabeticSavvy.com, a culinary focused media company that includes his website, youtube channel and podcast that advocates and empowers the diabetic community through great food and conversation. He also does programs and promotion for the Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group. You can find him on Twitter @diabeticsavvy

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 and Warren they are joined by guest Guy Serle. iPhone 12 Mini is not so popular, iOS 14.4.1 out with security fixes, Dave reviews GoDonut stand and MightyMic pro for iPhone. When will iOS 14.5 be released to everyone its been a while. Flavortown app you can order food and more.

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

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News

Leaker Suggests Apple Event to Be Held on March 23

Apple to invest $1.2 billion in silicon design center in Germany

Apple Releases iOS and iPadOS 14.4.1 With Security Fixes

Apple Releases watchOS 7.3.2 With Security Updates

iPhone 12 Mini Faces Production Cut Due to 'Far Lower' Demand Than Expected

Apple must face consumer privacy lawsuit in open court, judge rules

Apple Watch summons immediate help for man who fell through ice

2021 Pacifica - Uconnect 5 and Wireless CarPlay Review

Apple Now Able to Repair an iPhone 12 Pro's Cracked Rear Glass Without Replacing the Entire Device

Sonos Unveils Portable $169 Roam Speaker With AirPlay 2, Sound Swap, and More

T-Mobile Automatically Opting Customers In to Expanded Data Collection Program for Targeted Ads

Topics

Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 3 is still continuing When might Apple release iOS 14.5 to the public? We discuss what is delaying the release of this version well its privacy. The also are changing how you choose to "follow" instead of subscribe in Apple Podcasts App Lets Users 'Follow' New Content Instead of 'Subscribe' in iOS 14.5

Dave reviews the GoDonut universal stands for any tablet or smartphone. It works really well with the iPhone and iPad in different positions keeps it upright depending on your needs and gives you a great way to view your device on a desk or any table or maybe while you are cooking. It comes in fun colors and also they offer a 360 degree model that lets you spin in 360 for different positions. It doesn't support the larger iPad Pro 12.9 model but supports the smaller 11" and smaller models as its not stable with the larger sizes. Although you can use 2 GoDonuts to stand it up. Here are some photos.

Dave also reviews the Ampridge Bluetooth MightyMic for iPhone or iPad. It has Bluetooth 5.0 support and is the size of a thumb drive. I played a demo recording I thought the sound was good. It also supports external mics I tested it with a lapel mic and works really well. The only negative is you cannot use it with the core apps like camera and audio recording but does work as a mic of the phone. The video app Filmic Pro works very well with this mic.

Apps

Guy Fieri's Flavortown Kitchen iOS

Our Host

Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group

About our Guest

Guy Serle Is the host of the MyMac Podcast. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @MacParrot or VertShark Podcasts: MyMac Podcast http://mymac.com , Mac to the Future GO! Podcast

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 Jeff Gamet. Apple TV 3rd gen slow death, We talk about all the paid and free streaming TV services that work great on your iPad cool stuff includes metal iPhone tripod mount and iPad HoverBar and more.

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

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News

Apple TV+ Billie Eilish Documentary Drew Record Number of New Subscribers

Apple Launches Service for Transferring iCloud Photos and Videos to Google Photos

Amazon Launches GameOn Clip Recording App On iOS

Plex Now Integrates With Apple's TV App on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV

Topics

Our thanks to PodSwap for adding us to their press page. Dave talked about this on Episode 138 it's a great service to swap your AirPods.

Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 3 was released this week. With Warren out this week Jeff and Dave discuss their thoughts on the pending features that stand out and what we look forward to for all devices Including the HomePod and the ability to finally play music from your Mac to a pair and unlocking your iPhone with your Apple Watch while you have a mask on.

Apple Seeds Third Public Betas of iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5

iOS 14.5 Beta 3 Enables 'Items' Tab in Find My to Keep Track of Beats Headphones and Third-Party Accessories

Here is a clarification about the "default" music app in 14.5 Apple Clarifies Ability to 'Set Default' Audio Apps in iOS 14.5 you cannot set it as default but you can ask Siri to play the song on a specific music service.

iOS 14.5 Beta 3 Includes 'Item Safety Feature' for AirTags and Other Tracked Items to Help Prevent Stalking

watchOS 7.4 beta 3 with iPhone mask unlock feature for Apple Watch now available

Where are the AirTags?

Apple TV 3rd Gen is slowly fading away with the announcement this week that YouTube and MLB not supporting the device and the only way to steam those apps is AirPlay. We discuss where this device is going and what the potential future of Apple TV is. YouTube App No Longer Available on 3rd-Gen Apple TV, AirPlay Now Required to Watch Videos

The streaming world continues to evolve and with the change today as we recorded this of CBS All Access to Paramount Plus we discuss where streaming is going and review what services are worth the time and money. Here is a list of ones we discussed with links to the iOS apps.

Everything to Know About Paramount+

PlutoTV

Hulu

Amazon Prime Video

Plex

Roku

Crackle

Xumo

Peacock

Discovery+

Tubi

HBO Max

Locast

Tips and Cool Stuff

How to shut down an iPhone without buttons

Metal Phone Tripod Mount with Cold Shoe,Woohoto 360 Rotation

HoverBar Duo – Twelve South

Macstock 2021 was planned for an in person event but with the current situation going on event host Mike Potter decided to keep it virtual and posted a video here and he even did a tour of the Woodstock, IL town square where the movie Groundhog Day was filmed. Macstock Update: 2021 and Beyond we discuss and look forward to another great event sometime in July.

Our Host

Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group

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,

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, Warren was off he had internet issues but Dave is joined by guest Mike LaPlante. We talk about Apple Maps and Mike's challenge with finding locations. Dave gets replacement AirPods with this new service PodSwap and reviews. Getting text from screenshots and more

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

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NewsHow can a comparably small company beat Apple to market with a iPhone 12 MagSafe Battery Pack? Anker's MagSafe-compatible battery pack will stick to your iPhone on March 3rd

Feb 24th Marks Steve Jobs' 66th Birthday

Apple Offers Developers Clarification on Some App Privacy Data Reporting Requirements

Apple Surpassed Samsung as World's Largest Smartphone Maker in Fourth Quarter

There will never be a free tier of Apple Music, confirms head of licensing

Topics

Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 2 is still current Warren seemed to think it was going to be released to the public this week and it didn't happen we discuss review what we look forward to in the new features including unlocking your iPhone with a mask on using your apple watch.

Apple Maps have evolved over the years Mike had a challenge of showing the location of a site we discuss what his experiences were and where Maps are today. Apple's indoor mapping format adopted as community standard

Dave took a test drive with the AirPods swapping service PodSwap this is a service that will send you refurbished AirPods with brand new batteries and you send them back your old ones that have short battery life. This is only the AirPods and not the case. Right now they only swap the 1st gen AirPods and will be swapping the 2nd gen models soon. In the future they are looking at swapping the AirPods Pro. the cost is $59.99 for a pair which is much cheaper than buying from Apple. These are replaced with actual AirPods with new batteries installed.

Tips

Replacing Skip Button functionality in Music app on iPhone

iPhone images to text: how to convert screenshots, pics

How to Find iPhone with HomePod

How to view and delete old iCloud backups on iPhone

Apps

Lensa - High quality photo editing software designed specifically for photos of people. Makes faces look better with a fair amount of granular control and removes backgrounds...maybe someone else already brought this app up on the show.

Overcast gains redesigned Apple Watch app with chapter skipping, speed controls, and more

Our Host

Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group

About our Guest

Mike LaPlante has been creating content for the internet for 17 years, most of it Apple and tech-related. He now produces a show for YouTube that deals with all things enological. The show is called The Average Wine Enthusiast on YouTube. You can also find him on Instagram at The Average Wine Enthusiast

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 and Warren are joined by guest Chuck Joiner. iPhone 12 most popular 5G smartphone in USA. There are great 3rd party music apps that work with Apple Music. Keep your WiFi private and control Camera with Applw Watch. Plus tips and more.

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

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News

iPhone 12 Pro Max Named Most Popular 5G Smartphone in United States

Apple Pays $163.34 Million in Licensing Fees for Songwriters and Publishers

Apple Says Some iPhone 12 Hardware Issues Will No Longer Require Replacing the Entire Device

Apple Releases watchOS 7.3.1 With Fix for Apple Watch Series 5 and SE Charging Issue

Apple Offering Free Repairs for Apple Watch Series 5 and SE Models With Power Reserve Issue Not Fixed by watchOS 7.3.1

Apple Offering Discounts on Fitness Subscription Apps for Apple Card Users

Apple Launches 'For All Mankind' Companion Podcast

Apple Music 'Replay 2021' Playlist Now Available

CBS All Access Ad Awareness Campaign Reminds Apple TV Owners About Its Rebrand to Paramount+ Next Month

Brydge unveils multi-touch support for its iPad Pro+ keyboard, new 10.2-inch iPad case

LastPass free restricts users to one device type in March

Topics

Beta this week. iOS 14.5 beta 2

Apple Seeds Second Public Betas of iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5

https://www.macrumors.com/2021/02/17/apple-releases-watchos-7-4-public-beta-2/

Apple Seeds Second tvOS 14.5 Beta to Developers

Apple Music Subscribers Can Share Lyrics and Song Clips in iOS 14.5 Beta 2

Everything New in iOS 14.5 Beta 2: New AirPods Max Emoji, Green Tint Fix, iPad Security and More

iPadOS 14.5 Beta 2 Mutes Built-In Microphone on iPad When Smart Folio is Closed

Interesting music player we discuss this as alternative option to Apple Music app.

Doppler Music Player to Gain Siri Support, Spotlight Integration, and CarPlay App

Listener question: Dan asks where do you find your IMEI and serial number on your iPhone?

Go to General > About. The iPhone serial number is listed at the top. Scroll down towards the bottom and you will see EID for electronic SIM and IMEI for the physical SIM, You can also further down under Primary and the network, IMEI, ICCID, and MEID is listed there.

Apple Security Guide was updated we review what iOS14 does to protect you. Apple Updates Platform Security Guide, Says Kernel Extensions Won't Be Supported on Future Apple Silicon Macs

Apple Platform Security

Tips

Mirrored Selfies go to Settings > Camera

Keep Your Wi-Fi Address Private

Now you can join Wi-Fi networks with a private address. This means that your device's network address won't be visible to networks, net- work operators, and other network observers, keeping said parties from tracking you and creating a user profile of you.Settings > Wi-Fi

How to control your iPhone Camera with Apple Watch

Apps

TV Forecas‪t

‎Soor ▹ on the App Store

Our Host

Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group

About our Guest

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 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 and Warren are joined by podcaster and author Shelly Brisbin. We talk about her book iOS Access For All with iOS14 updates.iOS14.5 Beta had new defaults and your AirPods can be refreshed. Buy her book https://iosaccessbook.com

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

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News

More than 100M people wear an Apple Watch, analyst says

iPhone 12 mini sales continue to lag in early 2021, new data suggests

Gmail iOS App Has Out of Date Warning After 2 Months of No Updates as Google Delays Privacy Labels

Satechi Launches Dual-Sided 2-in-1 USB-C Charger for Apple Watch and AirPods

Third-Generation Apple TV Losing Support for CBS All Access in Transition to Paramount+ Next Month

CBS and Showtime bundle no longer available through Apple TV app, ahead of Paramount+ launch

Google Fi Expanding VPN to iPhone Users Starting This Spring

PopSockets Launches New PopMount for Taking Photos

Topics

Beta this week. iOS 14.5 beta 1 has no changes but there are some changes in setting defaults including setting default podcast player and Music service using Siri, and safe browsing through Safari.

Siri Setting in iOS 14.5 Beta Lets Users Select Default Music Streaming Service

YouTube Website's Picture-in-Picture Works Again in iOS 14.5 Beta

Apple Maps Adds Waze-Like Features in iOS 14.5 for Crowdsourcing Accidents, Speed Traps and Hazards

iOS 14.5 Beta Directs 'Safe Browsing' Traffic in Safari Through Apple Server Instead of Google to Protect Personal User Data

Our guest Shelly Brisbin has updated her great book iOS Access for All for iOS 14 she talks about whats new in iOS 14 added since iOS13.

We go in depth to talk about the updates to VoiceOver and Speech, Low Vision features with improvements to the magnifier, hearing including a great way to provide visual alerts of sounds. Open Accessibility > Under Hearing > Sound Recognition you can turn this on and turn on individual sounds including baby crying. As well some of the Physical and Motor settings including the popular back tap.

How is the iPhone 12 physically? We talked about what improvements Apple has made with the iPhone 12 compared to the previous models to help those with disabilities.

Tips

What to do with old/dying AirPods – replacements, recycling

Chrome for iOS tests locking your Incognito tabs with Touch and Face ID

Microsoft To Do levels up with new home screen widgets for iPhone and iPad

Our Host

Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group

About our Guest

Shelly Brisbin @Shelly is a writer, editor, podcaster, and cocktail enthusiast. She does a podcast Parallel on Relay FM Her book iOS Access for All can be purchased here at https://iosaccessbook.com

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 and Warren we discuss what Apple Watch is best for you. iOS 14.5 Beta 1 includes Face ID works with a mask using Apple Watch. Apple One bundles 4 months later are they still worth it? Plus tips on screenshots and requesting desktop website.

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

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News

Apple TV+ Sees Record Weekend Viewership With 'Palmer' Launch

macOS Big Sur 11.3 Beta Adds Support for HomePod Stereo Pairs

Shazam for iPhone Gains a Home Screen Widget in Latest App Update

Microsoft takes on Keychain with Autofill features on iOS, macOS

Medical Doctors Underline Potential Risk of iPhone 12 Interference With Pacemakers

Topics

PSA reminder - if you haven't already done so make sure you updated your iPhone and iPad to iOS 14.4 since it had 3 serious security flaws.

Beta this week. iOS 14.5 Beta 1 the big announcement was the ability to unlock your iPhone with Face ID while wearing a mask with your Apple Watch. We review all the changes added along with iPadOS, WatchOS, and tvOS. Warren did have an issue with his Series 5 Watch and Face ID we talk about this in the topics.

Hands-On With the Apple Watch iPhone Unlocking Feature in iOS 14.5

Everything New in the iOS 14.5 Beta

iOS 14.5 to Add Support for Joint Apple Card Accounts

Apple Fitness+ Gaining AirPlay 2 Support in iOS 14.5

iOS 14.5 Enables 5G in Dual-SIM Mode on iPhone 12 Models

iOS 14.5 Adds an Option to Unlock iPhone with Apple Watch if You're Wearing a Mask

Apple Seeds First Beta of watchOS 7.4 to Developers

Apple Seeds First Beta of tvOS 14.5 to Developers

Apple TV Series 3 slow death. YouTube is pulling the app from the old Series 3 Apple TV it seems this version is becoming obsolete sooner or later. Older Apple TV will require AirPlay for YouTube video playback starting next month

Warren decided to upgrade the Apple Watch to Series 6 as he was having issues with iOS 14.5 beta and Face ID. He reviews his experience. We also discuss what Apple Watch is right for you. Which Apple Watch should you buy?

Apple One bundle 4 months later. Is the Apple bundle still worth it? The Apple One Bundle was released in October 2020 and 4 months later we talk about the value and is it worth it to you in the long run.. Apple TV+ subscribers will continue receiving credit refunds until June

Apple One

Family sharing does come in handy as part of the 2 higher tiers with this bundle. Dave talks about one of his family members not able to backup her iPad and iPhone due to space limitations

Tips

Taking Screenshots of a website page and save as a PDF.

Using Request Desktop Site in Mobile Safari

Apps

Discovery+

Our Host

Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group

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 and Warren they are joined by Jeff Gamet. We talk about using widgets on your iPhone. Warren creates a homemade magsafe case..sort of. Carrot weather has a major update. Apple has big Q1 2021 results.

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

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News

Apple Reports Record-Setting 1Q 2021 Results: $28.8B Profit on $111.4B Revenue [Conference Call Transcript]

Apple's Services Revenue Hits All-Time High of $15.8B Billion in Q1 2021

Apple Extends Free Apple TV+ Trials Until July

Apple Continues to Dominate Tablet Market With an Estimated 19.2 Million Shipments in Q4 2020

Apple Takes Top Spot in Global Smartphones Market With Record 82 Million iPhone Shipments in Q4 2020

Apple Now Has Over 1 Billion Active iPhones Worldwide, 1.65 Billion Total Devices

Apple's New 'Time to Walk' Feature Launches Today for Fitness+ Subscribers

Google to Stop Collecting Advertising Identifiers in iOS Apps in Response to iOS 14's Upcoming Tracking Prompt

Apple invites developers to attend special online event on improving apps widgets

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Beta this week. iOS 14.4 was released to everyone no beta at the moment except MacOS BigSur. Very important iOS 14.4 is installed on every iPhone due to a very serious security flaw. iOS 14.4 Features: Everything New in iOS 14.4

Apple Releases iOS 14.4 and iPadOS 14.4 With New Camera Warnings and Bug Fixes

Apple Releases tvOS 14.4 for Fourth and Fifth-Generation Apple TV Models

Apple Releases watchOS 7.3 With Unity Watch Face, Expanded ECG Availability and More

Warren did an experiment with MagSafe and made his own MagSafe case. He reviews how he created this and links here to what materials and cases he used.

Amazon.com: CHOETECH Magnetic Metal Plate, Compatible with Apple Magsafe Charger and Wireless Charger for Magnetic Phone Car Mount Holder Cradle with Adhesive (Compatible with Magnetic Mounts) 2 Pack

Amazon.com: Satechi Magnetic Sticker - Compatible with iPhone 11 Pro Max/11 Pro/11 & iPhone 12 Cases Without MagSafe

Steelie - The World's Greatest Mobile Device Holder

Jeff talks about Widgets in iOS

David Smith's black home screen icons: https://www.david-smith.org/blog/2014/10/15/blank-icon-slots/

Custom Widget Apps:

Widgetsmith ‎Widgetsmith on the App Store

Hidgets ‎Hidgets on the App Store

Color Widgets ‎Color Widgets on the App Store

Pedometer++ ‎Pedometer++ on the App Store

Apps

CARROT Weather 5.0 Launches With Fresh Design, More Snarky Dialogue and Customization Options

‎CARROT Weather on the App Store

What the Forecast iOS

Our Host

Your Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT Professional With over 22 years experience working with Mac and Windows as well as iOS devices. He is also President of The Suburban Chicago Apple Users Group

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,

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