In Touch with iOS

David Ginsburg

In Touch with iOS, is a podcast that talks about iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Hosted by Dave Ginsburg, he is joined by different guests from the Apple Community. Dave uses his real world experience as a 25 year IT professional and iPhone subject matter expert to teach and entertain his listeners each week. An early adopter of many Apple products including the iPhone, you can be assured Dave will provide his views on the cutting edge of technology.

  1. 15 hr ago

    439 - Marty Bought How Many Macs?

    The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave Ginsburg. Apple's September 9 event is official, Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, and Guy Serle break down what they expect from the iPhone 18, Apple Watch, AirPods, and more. The panel also dives into the new Mac mini and Mac Studio, including Marty's latest purchases, plus iOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, and visionOS 27 betas. Jeff explains his skepticism about general AI and shares an update on his TextExpander privacy concern. Plus, Virginia gets driver's licenses in Apple Wallet, Apple has a cheaper polishing cloth, Rock Paper Pencil gets new tips, AppleCare gets an AI assistant, and the crew shares their latest Things We Found. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com  Direct Link to Audio  Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee  Another way to support the show is to become a Patreon member patreon.com/intouchwithios Website: In Touch With iOS YouTube Channel In Touch with iOS Magazine on Flipboard Facebook Page BlueSky Mastodon X Instagram Threads Summary Apple has announced its September 9 event, and the panel looks ahead to what could be coming, including the iPhone 18 lineup, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, AirPods, and what might be saved for another event. In Touch With Vision Pro covers visionOS 27 Beta 7, improvements to Mac Virtual Display, spatial environments created from panoramic photos, and Apple's upcoming live Friday Night Baseball immersive experience. Beta this week includes iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Beta 7, watchOS 27, tvOS, and macOS 27 Golden Gate. Apple also surprised everyone with new Mac mini and Mac Studio models, leading to a lively discussion about M6, M5 Pro and M5 Ultra configurations, memory, displays, pricing, and exactly how much Mac is too much Mac. Jeff discusses why he remains skeptical about claims that general artificial intelligence is just around the corner. He also shares a privacy concern involving TextExpander and the company's response. Plus, Virginia gets driver's licenses in Apple Wallet, Apple has a new polishing cloth, Rock Paper Pencil gets new graphite-style Apple Pencil tips, AppleCare phone support gets an AI assistant, and everyone shares some interesting Things We Found. Topics and Links Apple announces September 9 "Surprise and Shine" event https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/26/apple-event-announced-six-new-products/ In Touch With Vision Pro this week.  visionOS 27 reaches developer beta 7 Apple released visionOS 27 developer beta 7, build 24M5359a, on August 24. The release puts visionOS 27 deeper into its stabilization phase ahead of Apple's fall software releases. Apple Developer: https://developer.apple.com/documentation/visionos-release-notes MacRumors: https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/24/apple-seeds-visionos-27-beta-7/ Apple is getting ready for its first live **Friday Night Baseball in Apple Immersive** on Vision Pro. The first game is **Boston Red Sox at New York Yankees on Friday, August 28 at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT**. Unlike simply watching a traditional broadcast on a giant virtual screen, Apple says the production uses **3D video recorded in 8K with a 180-degree field of view**, cameras positioned around the dugouts and outfield wall, Spatial Audio, immersive replays, and floating lineups and statistics. Four Apple Immersive games are currently scheduled: * August 28 — Red Sox at Yankees * September 4 — Angels at Pirates * September 11 — Padres at Giants * September 18 — Giants at Dodgers Live viewing requires an Apple TV subscription and either the **M2 or M5 Apple Vision Pro**. Beta this week.  Here's a streamlined Beta this week replacement for the Episode 439 show notes. I've kept macOS and visionOS out of this section per your placement rules and paired MacRumors announcement coverage with Apple Developer release information wherever available. 2. Beta this week Apple released another round of betas on August 24 as testing moves closer to the fall releases. iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Beta 7 Apple released iOS 27 developer beta 7 and iPadOS 27 developer beta 7, both build 24A5424a. Apple also released public beta 5 of iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 later the same day. No major new features were identified in this round, suggesting Apple is increasingly focused on stability and bug fixes. (MacRumors) MacRumors: iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Developer Beta 7 iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Public Beta 5 watchOS 27 Beta 7 Apple released watchOS 27 developer beta 7, build 24R5358a. (MacRumors) MacRumors: watchOS 27 Developer Beta 7 tvOS 27 Beta 7 Apple released tvOS 27 developer beta 7, build 24J5358a. tvOS 27 public beta 5 was also released later that day. (MacRumors) MacRumors: tvOS 27 Developer Beta 7 tvOS 27 Public Beta 5 In Touch With Mac this week Apple introduces the M6 Mac mini Apple announced a new Mac mini featuring M6 or M5 Pro. Apple describes M6 as its first 2-nanometer chip and is heavily positioning the new Mac mini around powerful local and agentic AI workloads. Preorders began August 25, with availability beginning September 22. Apple Announces New Mac Mini With M6 and M5 Pro Chips and More — August 25, 2026. This is the best primary MacRumors article for the announcement and covers specs, connectivity, pricing, and September 22 availability. (MacRumors) MacRumors — New Mac mini with M6 and M5 Pro New Mac Mini and Mac Studio: 13 Things You Might Have Missed — useful for extra discussion points including pricing increases, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and other details. (MacRumors) MacRumors — 13 Mac mini and Mac Studio details Apple Reveals M6 as First-Ever 2nm Chip — good supporting link if you want to discuss the M6 architecture itself. (MacRumors) MacRumors — Apple M6 chip details Mac mini Roundup — MacRumors' continuously updated reference page for the M6 and M5 Pro models. (MacRumors) MacRumors — Mac mini roundup https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/26/new-mac-mini-and-mac-studio-add-genlock/ https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/26/apple-free-mac-mini-upgrade-email/ https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/26/new-mac-mini-bumps-display-refresh-rates/ M5 Ultra configurations support up to 512GB of unified memory, creating some remarkable possibilities for running extremely large AI models and professional datasets locally. M5 Max configurations start at $2,499, while M5 Ultra starts at $5,499. Regular availability begins September 22, with the 512GB configuration expected later. macOS 27 Golden Gate developer beta 7 Apple released macOS 27 Golden Gate developer beta 7, build 26A5421a, on August 24. The corresponding public beta 5 was also released. MacRumors: https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/24/apple-releases-macos-golden-gate-beta-7/ Apple also published information this week explaining why Spotlight indexing may continue for days after a macOS update—useful context when troubleshooting temporary battery, heat, or performance complaints after installing new system software. MacRumors: https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/26/apple-explains-spotlight-indexing/ Other Topics In touch with Jeff Gamet's  Blog https://jeffgamet.com/will-ai-ever-attain-agi-level-nope/ and discusses a discovedTextexpander privacy  issue.  News https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/26/apple-wallet-id-feature-launches-in-15th-state/ https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/25/apple-releases-new-polishing-cloth/ https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/26/astropad-rock-paper-pencil-4/ https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/26/1-800-apl-care-ai-assistant/ This weeks "Things we found" Dave: 8-in-1 Retractable Charger for Apple USB C Gan Multiple Devices https://amzn.to/4gEynZH Eric: gaffers tape, because sometimes you just need to cover up the annoying status light  https://amzn.to/3SV1ek Jeff: DJI Mic Mini lav mic https://amzn.to/3SV1ekF Marty: www.Twitter.now    https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2026/08/new-twitter-launches-says-musks-x-gave-up-the-name/  Chuck: OWC USB-C Quad HDMI 4K Display Adapter with DisplayLink https://amzn.to/4qKJWTS Guy - Murder City on Amazon Prime - https://amzn.to/4gIMugI Announcements Macstock X wrapped up for 2026 what a great event! Stay tuned for the Digital pass coming soon Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo Our Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveginsburg, , BlueSky @daveginsburg and the show @intouchwithios   Our Co-Hosts 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 his blog Jeff Gamet - Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast  Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Buy his art! Jeff Gamet Art Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social  https://thepodtalk.net  Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com

  2. 16 hr ago ·  Bonus

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  3. 23 Aug

    438 - Apple Product Leaks, ChatGPT Messages, and Maps Ads

    The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. Apple's latest updates take center stage as The panel looks at visionOS beta 6, including fixes involving AI features, subtitles, 3D content, stability, Mac Virtual Display, and headset reconnection. They also discuss new visionOS capabilities for handling multiple video and audio sources and the release of visionOS 26.6.1. Security is another major theme, with updates across Apple's platforms and a macOS security rush. The conversation moves to CarPlay and iOS news, a ChatGPT Messages plugin, Apple accidentally leaking information about new products, AI perks for college students, and Sonos Live Activity. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com  Direct Link to Audio  Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee  Another way to support the show is to become a Patreon member patreon.com/intouchwithios Website: In Touch With iOS YouTube Channel In Touch with iOS Magazine on Flipboard Facebook Page BlueSky Mastodon X Instagram Threads Summary Episode 438 covers a wide range of developments across Apple's platforms, beginning with visionOS beta 6. The panel notes that this is a relatively small update focused primarily on fixes involving AI features, subtitles, 3D content loading, and overall stability. Improvements to Mac Virtual Display and the behavior of Vision Pro when reconnecting are also part of the discussion. The Vision Pro conversation continues with a new visionOS capability that allows multiple video and audio sources to be presented at the same time. The panel also discusses the public release of visionOS 26.6.1 and other maintenance updates. Apple's spatial-computing strategy comes into focus following reports of layoffs within the company's Vision team, prompting discussion about Apple's broader comments concerning spatial computing and future headset development. Security becomes another important part of the episode, including security updates across Apple devices and a particular security rush involving macOS. Dave and the panel then move through the latest CarPlay and iOS developments before turning their attention to AI and ChatGPT, including a ChatGPT Messages plugin. Apple may have revealed more than it intended about upcoming hardware, giving the panel another topic to explore as they discuss Apple leaking information about new products. AI remains part of the conversation with a look at perks being offered to college students. The episode also covers Sonos adding Live Activity functionality and shifts to Apple entertainment with discussion of TV shows and Ted Lasso. Apple's services and business decisions round out the news, including the arrival of advertising in Maps, changes to App Tracking Transparency in Germany, and EU App Store fees. Topics and Links In Touch With Vision Pro this week.  Apple Seeds Sixth visionOS 27 Beta to Developers  visionOS 27 Beta 6 Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation visionOS 27 beta now allows multiple videos/audio sources at once : r/VisionPro visionOS 26.6.1 was released not details yet Apple reportedly lays off 60 Vision employees amid shifting priorities Beta this week.  Apple Releases iOS 26.6.1, macOS 26.6.2, and More  iOS 26.6.1 and macOS Tahoe 26.6.2 Fix Nearly 30 Security Vulnerabilities Apple Seeds Sixth iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Betas to Developers Apple Seeds watchOS 27 Beta 6 to Developers - MacRumors Apple Seeds tvOS 27 Beta 6 to Developers - MacRumors iOS 27: 8+ New CarPlay Features iOS 27 Finally Fixes Replying to Android Texts AirPods Pro 3 and more just got new firmware release in beta In Touch With Mac this week Apple Releases New macOS Security Updates as Patch Frequency Increases Apple Releases macOS Golden Gate Beta 6 Apple's macOS Screen Sharing Flaw Is Being Exploited in the Wild - MacRumors Apple Adds More New Wallpapers in macOS Golden Gate Other Topics ChatGPT update adds Apple Messages integration on Mac Apple Accidentally Leaked More Than 10 New Products in macOS Update College Students Can Get a Free Year of Google AI Pro Sonos iPhone App Finally Gains Live Activities Support News Apple TV hit comedy from Ted Lasso, Shrinking creator returns soon Bad Monkey Season 2 Ads Coming Soon to Apple Maps Apple Agrees to Make 'App Tracking Transparency' Changes in Germany EU Welcomes Apple's App Store Changes, Epic Slams 'Junk Fees' This weeks "Things we found" Jill - https://thinktapwoit isrk.com/popouttimer/ Dave - Spigen for Apple Watch Charger Stand https://amzn.to/4gpGeu6 Marty: Zojirushi Water bottles https://amzn.to/4wJRo2J Eric - Pu-Erh Pearls LINK? https://www.telsaan.com/product/pu-erh-pearls/121?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=true Guy - Best Medicine on Netflix Watch Best Medicine Announcements Macstock X wrapped up for 2026 what a great event! Stay tuned for the Digital pass coming soon Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo Our Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65  and the show @intouchwithios   Our Co-Hosts 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 his blog Jeff Gamet - Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social‬ Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast  Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Buy his art! Jeff Gamet Art Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social  https://thepodtalk.net  Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.   Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT. A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on ai, nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts. Her content on YouTube at @smallstepswithai and follow her on X @NorthwoodsJill. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com  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. Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com , Warp Speed Weirdos with Jeff Gamet, @MacParrot and @VertShark on X  Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code  703-828-4677

  4. 16 Aug

    437 - Is It Time to Go Back to Apple's Built-In Apps?

    The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. This week on In Touch With iOS, we cover Apple's latest updates across Vision Pro, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, and Apple TV. The panel talks about live Friday Night Baseball coming to Apple Immersive Video, visionOS 27 Beta 5, and the latest iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS, and macOS beta changes, including Siri improvements, bug fixes, and security updates. We also debate whether Apple's built-in Mac apps are now good enough to replace third-party favorites like Fantastical and 1Password, and we compare backup strategies using Time Machine, Carbon Copy Cloner, SuperDuper, Synology, external drives, and Backblaze. Plus, Jeff raises concerns about Anthropic's Claude watermarking approach and the risk of false positives for human-written content, and we look at Apple's expanded Made for iPhone hearing-device support and its accessibility benefits. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com  Direct Link to Audio  Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee  Another way to support the show is to become a Patreon member patreon.com/intouchwithios Website: In Touch With iOS YouTube Channel In Touch with iOS Magazine on Flipboard Facebook Page BlueSky Mastodon X Instagram Threads Summary This week on In Touch With iOS, Dave is joined by Jeff Gamet, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, Eric Bolden, and Guy Serle for a wide-ranging conversation about what's happening throughout the Apple ecosystem. The episode kicks off with Vision Pro and Apple's return to live sports in Apple Immersive Video. Friday Night Baseball is coming to Vision Pro with select MLB games presented live, giving the panel plenty to discuss about whether immersive sports could become one of the strongest reasons to own Apple's headset. The conversation also explores what Apple could do to make the experience even more compelling, from stadium atmosphere and audio to better ways of making viewers feel like they're actually at the game. Beta This Week brings updates across visionOS 27, iOS 27, iPadOS 27, watchOS 27, tvOS 27, and macOS 27. The panel discusses visionOS 27 Beta 5 improvements to Siri, Mac Virtual Display, hand gestures, and Digital Crown behavior, along with the usual collection of fixes and refinements arriving across Apple's platforms. Siri is also getting additional voice options and greater control over characteristics such as speaking pace and expressivity. On the Mac, the conversation turns into a debate about Apple's built-in applications. Are Calendar, Notes, Reminders, Passwords, Safari, and Apple's other bundled apps finally good enough that Mac users no longer need as many third-party replacements? The panel compares their own workflows and discusses why some of them have started moving back toward Apple's applications after years of using alternatives. Apple Passwords versus 1Password becomes an especially interesting debate: Apple offers excellent integration and simplicity, while 1Password continues to provide more advanced capabilities for users who need them. Then the panel tackles something every Mac user should be thinking about: backups. Time Machine is only the beginning. Everyone compares their own strategies involving Carbon Copy Cloner, SuperDuper, Synology NAS systems, external SSDs and hard drives, cloud storage, and Backblaze. The discussion highlights the importance of having multiple copies of important data, including at least one off-site copy. Jill also brings up a practical disaster-preparedness strategy: keeping important backups on portable drives that can quickly be grabbed during an emergency. Jeff brings AI into the conversation from his blog with concerns about Anthropic's approach to watermarking content that has been generated or even edited using Claude. If someone writes an article, paper, or other document themselves but asks Claude to proofread or rewrite a small portion, could the entire work subsequently be treated as AI-generated? The panel discusses the potential for false positives and the problems this could create for writers, students, educators, and anyone who uses AI as an editing assistant rather than an author. Accessibility is also in the spotlight as Apple expands its Made for iPhone hearing-device compatibility list with dozens of additional devices. The discussion goes beyond the numbers, with the panel sharing real-world examples of how Apple's hearing accessibility technology—including compatible hearing aids and AirPods—can make conversations and noisy environments dramatically easier to navigate. Finally, Things We Found brings the usual collection of useful, interesting, and sometimes unexpected discoveries from the panel, including Synology storage, an Apple Watch band, an ALPR camera mapping resource, an extremely bright USB-C rechargeable flashlight, Batman viewing recommendations, and an animated wallpaper app. Topics and Links In Touch With Vision Pro this week Apple bringing live Friday Night Baseball to Apple Immersive Video — selected MLB games will stream live in immersive 8K 3D on Vision Pro. https://9to5mac.com/2026/08/10/apple-immersive-live-video-mlb-game-schedule/ visionOS 27 Beta 5 released. https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/apple-vision-pro/ https://developer.apple.com/documentation/visionos-release-notes/visionos-27-release-notes visionOS 27 beta users report hand-control and Digital Crown issues. Anecdotal/community report. https://www.reddit.com/r/VisionPro/comments/1uvvylt/visionos_27_developer_beta_3/ Beta this week. iOS 27 Developer Beta 5. Apple Developer Release Notes: https://developer.apple.com/documentation/ios-ipados-release-notes/ios-ipados-27-release-notes https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/10/apple-seeds-ios-27-beta-5/ iPadOS 27 Developer Beta 5. Apple Developer Release Notes: https://developer.apple.com/documentation/ios-ipados-release-notes/ios-ipados-27-release-notes https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/ipados-27/ watchOS 27 Beta 5. Apple Developer Release Notes: https://developer.apple.com/documentation/watchos-release-notes/watchos-27-release-notes https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/watchos-27/ tvOS 27 Beta 5. Apple Developer Release Notes: https://developer.apple.com/documentation/tvos-release-notes/tvos-27-release-notes https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/apple-tv/ iOS/iPadOS 26.6.1 maintenance betas. Apple Developer Release Notes: https://developer.apple.com/documentation/ios-ipados-release-notes/ios-ipados-26_6-release-notes https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/10/apple-releases-ios-26-6-1/ Siri AI gets additional voices and customization in Beta 5. https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/10/ios-27-siri-ai-voice-customization/ iOS 27 stability and refinement becomes a discussion topic. https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/10/ios-27-beta-5-everything-new/ In Touch With Mac this week macOS 27 Golden Gate Beta 5. Apple Developer Release Notes: https://developer.apple.com/documentation/macos-release-notes/macos-27-release-notes https://www.macrumors.com/2026/08/10/apple-releases-macos-27-beta-5/ s-october/ Which of Apple's built-in Mac apps do you immediately replace? https://www.cultofmac.com/news/i-replaced-these-7-apple-apps-on-my-mac-heres-what-i-use-instead Is the professional Mac dead now that Mac Studio effectively occupies the high-end desktop role? https://www.macworld.com/article/3111630/is-the-pro-mac-dead.html How much Time Machine storage does a Mac really need? https://eclecticlight.co/2026/08/10/how-much-backup-storage-does-your-mac-need/ Other Topics Apple Intelligence / AI Jeff's Blog! Anthropic's Claude Watermark is Akin to an AI Poison Pill https://jeffgamet.com/anthropics-claude-watermark-is-akin-to-an-ai-poison-pill/ News Apple adds dozens more hearing devices to Made for iPhone compatibility. https://9to5mac.com/2026/08/07/apple-adds-nearly-45-hearing-devices-to-its-made-for-iphone-compatibility-list/ This weeks "Things we found" Dave: https://a.co/d/0gVTNlWU Synology 2-Bay DiskStation DS223j (Diskless) Jill - Nice Aulumu A11 Watchband https://amzn.to/4x1LxXK Jeff - Deflock https://deflock.org/ Eric - Infinity X1 7000L Dual Power Rechargeable Flashlight,7000 Lumen https://www.amazon.com/Infinity-X1-7000L-Rechargeable-Flashlight/dp/B0FLNB3W8Y Marty: WallPer: Wallper is the live-wallpaper app trusted by Mac users worldwide. Native desktop and Lock Screen playback, automatic resource management, and a curated library - without daemons or workarounds. https://www.wallper.app/  Guy: Amazon Prime has 2 seasons of Batman: Caped Crusader. Animated series done by the great Bruce Timm from the Animated series. https://www.amazon.com/Batman-Caped-Crusader-Season-1/dp/B0CYFCLQ6B Announcements Macstock X wrapped up for 2026 what a great event! Stay tuned for the Digital pass coming soon Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo Our Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65  and the show @intouchwithios   Our Regular Contributors Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on his blog Jeff Gamet - Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social‬ Pod

  5. 7 Aug

    436 - Vision Pro in the OR and CarPlay on the Water

    Dave Ginsburg is joined by Marty Jencius and Jill McKinley to discuss a study showing Apple Vision Pro helping surgeons complete procedures faster, the latest iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and AirPods beta updates, and an important Mac screen-sharing security fix. They also cover MacBook Air shortages, the coming end of Rosetta 2, an iCloud Private Relay IP leak, CarPlay on pontoon boats, September iPhone rumors, higher Apple Trade In values, Ted Lasso's return, Madden NFL 27 on Apple Arcade, and more. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com  Direct Link to Audio  Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee  Another way to support the show is to become a Patreon member patreon.com/intouchwithios Website: In Touch With iOS YouTube Channel In Touch with iOS Magazine on Flipboard Facebook Page BlueSky Mastodon X Instagram Threads Summary In this episode of In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg, Marty Jencius, and Jill McKinley explore how Apple technology continues to expand into unexpected places. A peer-reviewed UC San Diego study found surgeons using Apple Vision Pro as their primary display during tear duct procedures completed operations about 19% faster than those using a traditional monitor, while maintaining successful outcomes. The panel also shares a fun Vision Pro encounter at Chicago O'Hare and considers how Apple's spatial computing platform is finding practical uses beyond entertainment. The discussion moves to Apple's latest software developments, including beta updates for AirPods, iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. New AirPods features include an updated interface, adaptive mode controls, custom EQ support, and translation capabilities, while iPadOS and iOS bring interface refinements, greater customization, and new Apple Intelligence photo tools. On the Mac, the panel highlights an important security update addressing a screen-sharing vulnerability, reports of significant MacBook Air supply constraints, and Apple's approaching sunset of Rosetta 2 support after macOS 27. They also examine reports that iCloud Private Relay can expose a user's real IP address under certain passkey-related circumstances. Other topics include CarPlay expanding to select pontoon boats, preparations and rumors surrounding Apple's September iPhone event, increased Apple Trade In values, the return of Ted Lasso, Madden NFL 27 joining Apple Arcade, new Apple Card travel benefits, the possibility of a free ad-supported Disney+ tier, and Leagues Cup 2026 coverage on Apple TV. Topics and Links In Touch With Vision Pro this week.  Apple Vision Pro Speeds Up Surgery by Almost 20% Cool VisionPro interaction with an old lady Beta this week.  iOS 27.0 Beta 4 continues 17 days since release Apple Releases New AirPods Beta Firmware With iOS 27 Features Set a Custom EQ for Your AirPods in iOS 27 iPadOS 27 adds two new iPad features I've been loving  iOS 27 adds four new ok ways to customize your iPhone's Lock Screen iOS 27's best new Messages feature is all about saving you time  all-new video from Cupertino to dive deeper into the biggest updates from WWDC26. In Touch With Mac this week Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.6.1 With Security Fixes Apple releases security updates to macOS Tahoe, Sequoia, and Sonoma Apple's latest macOS updates address a serious Screen Sharing vulnerability MacBook Air Experiencing 'Major' Shortage Despite $200 Price Increase Preparing for next year's Rosetta 2 demise Other Topics Apple's iCloud Private Relay is Leaking Users' Real IP Addresses CarPlay is Coming to Pontoon Boats Apple Starts Preparing for September iPhone Event Apple Raises Trade-In Values for iPhone, Mac, and More News Ted Lasso Season 4 Now Streaming on Apple TV Review: "Ted Lasso" returns, refreshed, to the pitch Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition Now Available on Apple Arcade Apple Card Now Fast-Tracks Booking.com Perks With Just One Trip Disney+ Could Get a Free Ad-Supported Tier Leagues Cup 2026 Kicking Off on Apple TV This weeks "Things we found" Dave- QNAP TR-004 4 Bay USB Type-C Direct Attached Storage https://a.co/d/0hGa513m Dave Bonus Pick Tom Bihn Medium Cafe Bag https://www.tombihn.com/collections/all-tom-bihn-stuff/products/medium-cafe-bag Jill - Cricut 4 Maker Cricut 4 Maker - Sticker Kit  Marty - LiquidWorkSpace - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/liquidworkspace/id6775087546  Announcements Macstock X wrapped up for 2026 what a great event! Stay tuned for the Digital pass coming soon Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo Our Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65  and the show @intouchwithios   Our Co-Hosts 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 his blog Jeff Gamet - Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social‬ Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast  Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Buy his art! Jeff Gamet Art Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social  https://thepodtalk.net  Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.   Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT. A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on ai, nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts. Her content on YouTube at @smallstepswithai and follow her on X @NorthwoodsJill. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com  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.

  6. 1 Aug

    435 - Apple Earnings Soar While the iPhone Upgrade Program Evolves

    The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave Ginsburg he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. Apple reports another outstanding quarter as the panel discusses record revenue, Tim Cook's final earnings call, and what it means for Apple's future. The conversation also covers iOS 27's newest features, important security updates across Apple's platforms, Apple's new Klarna-powered leasing program replacing the iPhone Upgrade Program, AppleCare changes, Ted Lasso's return, Gemini on the Mac, and a collection of favorite Apple apps, accessories, and productivity tools. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com  Direct Link to Audio  Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee  Another way to support the show is to become a Patreon member patreon.com/intouchwithios Website: In Touch With iOS YouTube Channel In Touch with iOS Magazine on Flipboard Facebook Page BlueSky Mastodon X Instagram Threads Summary Apple delivered another blockbuster quarter, and this week the panel breaks down what the numbers really mean. Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, Eric Bolden, and Guy Serle to discuss Apple's impressive Q3 earnings, including strong growth in iPhone, Mac, Services, and Wearables, along with Tim Cook's final earnings call before leadership transitions. The group examines what drove Apple's success, why Services continues to be such a major business, and how Apple's future product strategy could evolve. The discussion then shifts to Apple's latest software releases, including visionOS 26.6, iOS 26.6, macOS 26.6, and the continuing iOS 27 developer beta cycle. The panel highlights important security updates, new Spotlight improvements, and several welcome quality-of-life features coming in iOS 27, including separate alarm and ringtone controls, smarter dictation behavior in Messages, enhanced FaceTime capabilities, improved Wi-Fi and cellular handoffs, and Apple Intelligence-powered call context. One of the biggest conversations centers around Apple's brand-new U.S. leasing program with Klarna, replacing the longtime iPhone Upgrade Program. The panel explores how the new leasing model compares with traditional financing, discusses AppleCare implications, resale value, monthly payments, and whether Apple's hardware strategy is slowly becoming subscription-based. The episode wraps up with AppleCare One updates, excitement over Ted Lasso's return, Google's Gemini improvements on macOS, Qualcomm's changing relationship with Apple, Granola's Apple Watch support, and another great collection of favorite apps, accessories, productivity tools, and Apple gear from the panel. Topics and Links Apple Q3 Results Announced Apple announces record Q3 results One last time, this is Tim: Final transcript of Apple's Q3 2026 earnings call In Touch With Vision Pro this week.  Apple Releases visionOS 26.6 Beta this week. iOS 27 Beta 4 all the betas continues Apple Releases iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 With iOS 27 Optimizations watchOS 26.6 available now for Apple Watch, here's what's new Apple Releases tvOS 26.6 iOS 27 Finally Unlinks Alarm Volume From Your iPhone Ringer iOS 27 Lets You Hide the Messages Button Everyone Hits by Mistake iOS 27: All the New Phone and FaceTime Features In Touch With Mac this week Update Now: iOS 26.6 and macOS Tahoe 26.6 Patch Hundreds of Security Flaws Other Topics iPhone Upgrade Program Changes Apple Upgrade - Lease iPhone, Mac, iPad, Watch Apple Upgrade launches in the United States iPhone Upgrade Program - Apple Apple Upgrade: 20 Things to Know Before Leasing an iPhone, iPad, or Mac 'Apple Upgrade' Pricing: You Can Lease an iPhone Starting at $18/Month Apple Upgrade: 20 Things to Know Before Leasing an iPhone, iPad, or Mac Apple's New Upgrade Program: Is It Worth It? 'Apple Upgrade' Pricing: You Can Lease an iPhone Starting at $18/Month All the Changes to AppleCare+ This Month AppleCare calculator News Apple Shares 'Ted Lasso' Season 4 Trailer Premieres 8/5 Gemini for Mac Adds System-Wide Voice Dictation and Screen-Aware Commands Qualcomm Expects Apple Modem Revenue to Drop Faster Than Expected 'Granola' Launches on Apple Watch   This weeks "Things we found" Marty - Droppy: Notch manager with all sorts of functionally built in https://getdroppy.ap Dave: Tom Bihn Medium Cafe Bag Carrd - 3 very simple websites for $9, 10 bit more complex website $19 a year https://carrd.com - Jill Eric - airstream software serve movies to Vision Pro and translate 3D movies https://spatial.film/airstream/ (requires free membership to download) Jeff - Prompt 3  https://panic.com/prompt/ Chuck - Govee Floor Lamp 3 with Luminblend+ Technology, 1000K-10000K Standing Lamp https://amzn.to/4wzXVhj Guy Acorn 8 - https://flyingmeat.com/acorn/ Announcements Macstock X wrapped up for 2026 what a great event! Stay tuned for the Digital pass coming soon Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo Our Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65  and the show @intouchwithios   Our Regular Contributors Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on his blog Jeff Gamet - Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social‬ Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast  Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Buy his art! Jeff Gamet Artapoc Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social  https://thepodtalk.net  Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.   Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT. A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on ai, nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts. Her content on YouTube at @smallstepswithai and follow her on X @NorthwoodsJill. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com  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. Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com  @MacParrot and @VertShark on X  Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code  703-828-4677

  7. 26 Jul

    434 - Apple Beta 4 Deep Dive, iPhone Leasing Rumors, Claude Code & Apple Intelligence

    The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, he panel discuss Apple's latest betas, Apple Intelligence improvements, Vision Pro updates, iPhone leasing rumors, Claude Code for iOS development, Genius Bar AI notes, AppleCare One, and The Morning Show's final season. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com  Direct Link to Audio  Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee  Another way to support the show is to become a Patreon member patreon.com/intouchwithios Website: In Touch With iOS YouTube Channel In Touch with iOS Magazine on Flipboard Facebook Page BlueSky Mastodon X Instagram Threads Summary This week on In Touch With iOS, Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden for a wide-ranging discussion covering the latest developments across Apple's ecosystem. The episode opens with a tribute to longtime technology journalist John C. Dvorak, as the panel reflects on his decades-long influence on computer journalism, podcasting, and the tech community. From there, the conversation turns to Apple's newest developer and public betas for iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, visionOS 27, watchOS 27, and tvOS 27. The panel shares hands-on impressions of Apple Intelligence, Siri improvements, Liquid Glass refinements, Photos enhancements, Vision Pro updates, battery performance, and numerous quality-of-life improvements arriving across Apple's platforms. The discussion continues with reports that Apple may replace its long-running iPhone Upgrade Program with a new leasing model. The group examines how the rumored program could change annual upgrades, financing options, AppleCare coverage, and whether buying an iPhone outright may still be the better value for many users. AI remains a major focus as the panel explores Claude Code's new ability to build, run, and test iOS applications directly inside Apple's Simulator, opening new possibilities for AI-assisted app development. They also discuss newly discovered Mac malware targeting Terminal users, hidden Apple Intelligence features uncovered in macOS betas, expanded international support in Apple Sports, and why AppleCare One continues to become a better value for customers with multiple Apple devices. Rounding out the news, the panel looks at Apple's testing of AI-powered Live Notes at the Genius Bar to improve customer support and repair documentation before discussing Apple's announcement that The Morning Show will conclude after its fifth season. The episode wraps up with another entertaining edition of Things Found, featuring useful apps, accessories, developer tools, and productivity utilities that Apple enthusiasts will want to explore. Topics and Links Famed technology journalist John C. Dvorak dies aged 80 In Touch With Vision Pro this week.  Apple Seeds Fourth visionOS 27 Beta to Developers visionOS 27 Beta 3 Release Notes Beta this week.  Apple Seeds Fourth iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Betas to Developers Everything New in iOS 27 Beta 4 Apple Seeds watchOS 27 Beta 4 to Developers Apple Seeds tvOS 27 Beta 4 to Developers iOS 27 beta 4 adds a useful Apple TV app feature, here's how it works Apple Seeds iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 Release Candidates iOS 26.6 Prepares Your iPhone for iOS 27 Apple Seeds watchOS 26.6, tvOS 26.6 and visionOS 26.6 Release Candidates In Touch With Mac this week Apple Releases macOS Golden Gate Beta 4 Apple Seeds macOS Tahoe 26.6 Release Candidate 'ClickLock' Malware Coerces Mac Users Into Giving Up Passwords Apple's Secret Siri Interface Buried in macOS 27 Beta: How to Enable Other Topics Apple winding down iPhone Upgrade Program: report 'Apple Upgrade' Program Reportedly Launching Next Week Claude Code Can Now Build and Test iOS Apps in Apple's Simulator Apple Sports App Updated With Additional Soccer Leagues Following 2026 FIFA World Cup 'AppleCare One' is Now Even More Valuable News Apple Testing New 'Live Notes' Feature at Genius Bar  'The Morning Show' Returning to Apple TV for a Final Season Next Year - MacRumors This weeks "Things we found" Jeff: WhatCable Jill IQAir - AirVisual - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/iqair-airvisual-air-quality/id1048912974 Marty - Wallset - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wallset/id6789684479 Dave: Kensington SD5000T5 Dock: https://amzn.to/3RUiQMW Chuck: Eney on Setapp: Eney on Setapp https://app.eney.ai/ Join Setapp: https://go.setapp.com/invite/hsr2uvtn Eric - https://smartish.com/products/wallflower-magsafe-suction-mount-phone-grip-stand magnetic suction grip to help prop up your phone Announcements Macstock X wrapped up for 2026 what a great event! Stay tuned for the Digital pass coming soon Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo Our Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65  and the show @intouchwithios   Our Regular Contributors Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on his blog Jeff Gamet - Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social‬ Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast  Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Buy his art! Jeff Gamet Art Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social  https://thepodtalk.net  Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com  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. Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com  @MacParrot and @VertShark on X  Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code  703-828-4677

  8. 18 Jul

    433 - MacStock Memories, Apple vs. OpenAI, and the Future of the Smart Home

    The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave Ginsburg is joined by Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden to recap an unforgettable MacStock 10 weekend, including standout presentations, the live In Touch With iOS recording, and the community that makes the event special. The panel also discusses Apple's lawsuit against OpenAI, rumors surrounding Apple's smart home strategy, the latest beta releases, LEGO's iMac G3 proposal, Apple Arcade additions, AirPods Pro 3 hearing assistance, and wraps up with favorite gear picks of the week. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com  Direct Link to Audio  Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee  Another way to support the show is to become a Patreon member patreon.com/intouchwithios Website: In Touch With iOS YouTube Channel In Touch with iOS Magazine on Flipboard Facebook Page BlueSky Mastodon X Instagram Threads Summary   Topics and Links Macstock Recap Fresh off an incredible weekend at MacStock, Dave Ginsburg welcomes Jeff Gamet, Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Jill McKinley, and Eric Bolden for an episode filled with Apple news, technology discussions, and reflections on one of the Apple community's favorite annual events. The panel begins by celebrating MacStock's 10th anniversary, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from the live In Touch With iOS recording, Creator Camp, standout presentations, and the friendships that continue to make MacStock a unique experience for Apple users and creators alike. From Jeff Gamet's interactive drawing workshop and Jill McKinley's thoughtful presentation on Focus Modes to Chuck Joiner's productivity session, Marty Jencius' collaborative troubleshooting discussions, and David Pogue's entertaining keynote, the conversation captures the spirit of the conference. The discussion then turns to Apple's latest software betas across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Vision Pro before taking a deep dive into one of the week's biggest stories—Apple's lawsuit against OpenAI over allegations involving confidential hardware development. The panel explores the potential implications for Apple Intelligence, future AI products, and the evolving competitive landscape. The conversation continues with rumors surrounding Apple's next-generation smart home products, including a Home Hub, updated Apple TV, HomePod, and connected home accessories, leading to an engaging discussion about the future of HomeKit and Matter. The episode wraps up with updates on Apple Arcade, AppleCare+, LEGO's proposed Bondi Blue iMac G3, Jeff's first impressions of AirPods Pro 3 as hearing assistance, and another great round of Things We Found. In Touch With Vision Pro this week.  Fifth macOS Tahoe 26.6 Beta Now Available for Developers [Update: Public Beta Available] Im-wizard-ar-magic-combat https://apps.apple.com/us/app/im-wizard-ar-magic-combat/id6747723768 Beta this week.  Public Betas are now released iOS 27 iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Now Available to Public Beta Testers tvOS 27 and watchOS 27 Now Available to Public Beta Testers Apple Releases New iOS 27 AirPods Firmware For Public Beta Testers Apple Seeds Fifth iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 Betas to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available] In Touch With Mac this week macOS Golden Gate Public Beta: 10 Features to Try First  Fifth macOS Tahoe 26.6 Beta Now Available for Developers [Update: Public Beta Available] LEGO Considering Bondi Blue iMac G3 Set Other Topics Open AI lawsuit Apple Sues OpenAI for Stealing Trade Secrets to Build AI Hardware OpenAI: No Evidence Apple's Trade Secret Complaint Has Merit OpenAI's First AI Device Will Be a Portable Smart Speaker Apple's 2026 Smart Home Lineup: New Apple TV, HomePod, and Home Hub WIll these be released? News Madden NFL 27 Arcade Edition Coming to Apple Arcade The last full Madden game released for the Mac was Madden NFL 08, released for Mac OS X on September 1, 2007 AppleCare+ for Macs and iPads Just Got More Expensive This weeks "Things we found"  Jeff: AirPods Pro 3 as an assistive hearing device Dave: Spigen for MagSafe Wallet Magnetic Pouch: https://amzn.to/4ftlyky Marty:Anker Prime Foldable Magsafe Charger  https://amzn.to/4bqLWdq Eric: Gray (grey) card, white card, black card for white balance https://amzn.to/3RfPgRU Marty mentioned Osbot Tiny 3 Lite Webcam https://amzn.to/4b1TNhp Jill: Hollyland Lark M2S Microphone Combo Kit https://amzn.to/4hizJuY Chuck: CROWN SHADES 10x10 Pop Up Canopy Tent https://amzn.to/4aVUEAm Announcements Macstock X wrapped up for 2026 what a great event! Stay tuned for the Digital pass coming soon Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo Our Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65  and the show @intouchwithios   Our Regular Contributors Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on his blog Jeff Gamet - Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social‬ Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast  Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Buy his art! Jeff Gamet Art Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social  https://thepodtalk.net  Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.   Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com  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. Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com  @MacParrot and @VertShark on X  Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code  703-828-4677

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In Touch with iOS, is a podcast that talks about iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Hosted by Dave Ginsburg, he is joined by different guests from the Apple Community. Dave uses his real world experience as a 25 year IT professional and iPhone subject matter expert to teach and entertain his listeners each week. An early adopter of many Apple products including the iPhone, you can be assured Dave will provide his views on the cutting edge of technology.

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    David Ginsburg
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    428
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