In Touch with iOS

Dave was joined by the mobility professional and podcaster at large, Barry Fulk. Dave and Barry did a face-to-face episode and talk about iOS 11 new features they like. Barry also has the Apple Watch Series 3 and gives his review of the new watch. The new Apple Store Chicago opens on October 20 and more. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio Apple Store Chicago Opening Dave will be visiting the store and will share photos. Apple Michigan Ave From last episode Dave had to exchange his iPhone 8 Plus since the screen had a defect. AppleCare rep called him from Austin TX for feedback relating to the cause. KRACK Security issue with WPA2 wifi LINK Apple Watch Series 3 Review - Barry has the LTE model and gives his thoughts. Did Barry upgrade? Dave and Barry review the iPhone 8 Plus and talk about should you buy the iPhone 10. Barry also discusses the new AR features. iOS 11 features review What are our favorites? Screen shot markup, screen recording using voice, wifi password sharing, new device setup, AR, portrait / stagelight (8+), HEIF photo compression and JPEG, Apple maps improvements, do not disturb while driving. Dave also talked about the new screen sharing feature in the tool TeamViewer. iOS 11 is installed on almost 55% adoption 1 month after launch. LINK • Apps Ikea Place ARise Drag N' Boom PCalc • Contact: email us • like our Facebook page, tweet @InTouchwithiOS, @daveg65, @fulkb • Meta: ITWIOS 015 iOS 11 Feature and Tips Review was recorded October 18, 2017. "Please Listen Carefully" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. In Touch with iOS is an independently produced podcast, publication and social identity and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. All other Apple Inc. trademarks discussed are property of Apple Inc. A full list of Apple trademarks is available here. Sometimes we use affiliate links for products in show notes. Unless otherwise noted, these products or services are not a sponsor. Your patronage helps to support our content production at no additional cost to you and does not alter our honest opinion of said product or service.

Living in iOS 11 and watchOS 4: ways to get the latest upgrade and updates on to your device, what we like about it, hiccups to be aware of, what's in store for the future? Visiting new Apple Stores, err, Town Squares and Plazas and customer service experiences. Tips for using your devices in the event of an emergency. All this and more, available in our full show notes at InTouchwithiOS.com Dave shares his experiences with Apple Watch repair and iPhone replacement. He has recently visited some of the newly renovated Apple retail spaces. We still need to get used to calling them Town Squares or Plazas. Here is a demo Dave made that shows Qi wireless charging in action. Dave has been running the betas and Melissa has mixed thoughts on using iMazing for both iOS 11.0.1 and 11.0.2 upgrade and update. Changes of note in watchOS: easier-on-the eyes passcode entry screen; Silent Mode takes an extra swipe to get to. iPhone battery drain is pretty bad on iPhone 6s, but it will hopefully get better soon. 3D Touch App Switcher is missing, but Craig says it's coming back. Melissa is on the hunt for the best iPhone 8 Plus case. Please send us your suggestions! It needs to be a wallet style with strap and taking photos with it needs to be easy and not get in the way of the flash. • Tips "Here's How to Get Better Battery Life in iOS 11" — the Mac Observer Emergency Tools Medical ID in iOS makes it easier to become an organ donor. There is a new flashlight tool on Apple Watch and you should know how to use them both. Learn how to avoid making an accidental 9-1-1 call while resetting your phone. iOS Photos Dave's video: "iOS 11 Photos Changes Reviewed" Listening to Podcasts Apple provides an easy way to get started listening to podcasts with their own Podcasts app, but there are some settings you should be aware of because they can chew through a limited data plan and fill up an iPhone with a smaller storage capacity. Here is a tutorial Melissa created using the new screen recording feature in iOS: "Change Apple's Podcasts Default Settings to Save on Your Data Plan" — TheMacMommy Go to Settings > Podcasts > switch Cellular Data: OFF if you want to be sure you're not using your data plan when you leave Wi-Fi. Change Refresh Every to: Manually so podcasts are not downloading in the background. You'll have more control over when you want to get them to your phone. Change Download Episodes: OFF to save data, or ON if you know you want to download podcasts for listening to them later or while traveling, then only download them while on Wi-Fi. Switch Delete Played Episodes: ON so they don't fill up your phone over time. • Apps iMazing • Contact: email us • like our Facebook page, tweet @InTouchwithiOS, @TheMacMommy or @daveg65 • Meta: ITWIOS 014 Upgraded was recorded October 4, 2017. "Please Listen Carefully" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. In Touch with iOS is an independently produced podcast, publication and social identity and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. All other Apple Inc. trademarks discussed are property of Apple Inc. A full list of Apple trademarks is available here. Sometimes we use affiliate links for products in show notes. Unless otherwise noted, these products or services are not a sponsor. Your patronage helps to support our content production at no additional cost to you and does not alter our honest opinion of said product or service.

So, you want to get a new iPhone? Check out our tips for preparing and upgrading to the next new thing! Listen to considerations, trade-offs, and thoughts on the future of the iPhone user experience as Dave and Melissa discuss the September 12 "Apple Event." Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Apple Event Breakdown The Apple Event was on Tuesday, September 12, 2017. You can watch it here. Steve Jobs Theater & Apple Campus access were announced and a virtual tour was shown. Apple Retail no longer calls their spaces "stores" but instead they will now be referred to as Town Squares & Plazas. Apple Watch Series 3 with cellular was announced. Heart health is a major area of focus, specifically atrial fibrillation ("afib") for the future of watchOS. Here is a link to the heart study. Apple TV 4K was announced and pricing for the prior models has dropped. It promotes stunning HDR display for the visually astute. New iPhones announced: iPhone 8 & iPhone 8 Plus to join the existing lineup. We discuss Face ID in an overview addressing popular concerns. We recommend listening to John Gruber's "200: Episode Cc', with Special Guest Craig Federighi" How to Pick Out an iPhone That's Right for You "Compare iPhone models" — Apple We discuss factors you should consider when purchasing a new iPhone: size of the hardware, what kinds of cases will fit, storage capacity, timing, cost, and protection. Refurb Tracker is a good resource for tracking when refurbished iPhones & iPads (and other Apple gear) go on sale B&H Photo is a good place to order online because they do not charge sales tax or shipping Apple provides for an Education Discount, but your school must be participating in the program. Be sure to consider protecting your investment by reviewing warranty and insurance plans. Look at your carrier's offering and compare the features and cost to AppleCare or SquareTrade. Some carrier plans cover theft while others only cover specific types of damage. Is it a trade-off or a true disadvantage? Face ID vs Touch ID — you can unlock your iPhone more discreetly with Touch ID vs Face ID. How often is this a need to the point where it becomes a disadvantage for you? Wireless Charging with Qi — how often do you find yourself using your iPhone while it's plugged in and charging? Tips for Preparing to Upgrade to iOS 11 1. Get to know new features before you upgrade. "What's new in iOS 11" — Apple Watch Dave's video 2. Update your security to 2-Factor Authentication. 3. Use iMazing to back up and even upgrade your device to iOS 11. • Contact: email us • like our Facebook page, tweet @InTouchwithiOS, @TheMacMommy or @daveg65 • Meta: ITWIOS 013 The Future of iPhone was recorded September 20, 2017. "Please Listen Carefully" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. In Touch with iOS is an independently produced podcast, publication and social identity and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. All other Apple Inc. trademarks discussed are property of Apple Inc. A full list of Apple trademarks is available here. Sometimes we use affiliate links for products in show notes. Unless otherwise noted, these products or services are not a sponsor. Your patronage helps to support our content production at no additional cost to you and does not alter our honest opinion of said product or service.

In addition to new hardware like iPhone and Apple TV, we discuss features we hope will be addressed in the upcoming September 12th Apple Special Event. Family Sharing for iCloud service in iOS 11 and macOS High Sierra is our focus in this discussion. If you're considering making the switch from a shared Apple ID to a Family Sharing plan, have a listen! Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com Leaked document shows how Apple decides to replace or repair your iPhone — Tech Insider Refer to Apple's System requirements for iCloud (Published: July 17, 2017) and see if they update it after September 12th. There is a lot to consider if you plan on setting up a Family Sharing account, with or without iCloud storage plans. Which Apple ID should be used for the "Organizer" role? iCloud: View and change Family Sharing settings will help you understand what the Organizer can see and do. You may need to modify your child's birthdate if you used an age older than thirteen and feel you may now benefit from Apple's parental control abilities. What happens if the family "Organizer" dies or loses access to the Apple ID or account? This may be a good time to follow Apple Communities Discussion on Family Sharing. • Resources: iCloud in iOS 11 FAQ: Everything you need to know! — iMore List of iOS 11 Compatible iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch Models — MacRumors Adoption Rates for iOS — Apple iOS 11 is compatible with these devices — Apple What types of content can I share with Family Sharing? — Apple Giving a Kid an iPhone or iPod touch? Do This First. — Lifewire How to Stop and Turn Off Family Sharing — Lifewire • Apps: Get ready for iOS 11 with iMazing before you upgrade. Use it to back up or archive your text messages. Take iMazing Mini for a spin. There is a lot to consider and making a visual mind map may help. MindNode 2 for macOS is ON SALE for $19.99 US and MindNode 4 for iOS is $9.99 US. They synchronize across your devices so you can start your ideas on your Mac and tweak them on your iPhone or iPad. There is even an Apple Watch version! Learn more about MindNode here. • Contact: email us • like our Facebook page, tweet @InTouchwithiOS, @TheMacMommy or @daveg65 • Meta: ITWIOS 012 iClouded Judgment was recorded September 6, 2017. "Please Listen Carefully" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. In Touch with iOS is an independently produced podcast, publication and social identity and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. All other Apple Inc. trademarks discussed are property of Apple Inc. A full list of Apple trademarks is available here. Sometimes we use affiliate links for products in show notes. Unless otherwise noted, these products or services are not a sponsor. Your patronage helps to support our content production at no additional cost to you and does not alter our honest opinion of said product or service.

We got the beat…well, Dave does! We talk about how to get good deals and a free education with iPad Pro and some spiffy new headphones. iTunes U Collections are on the move and digital magazines are free with your trusty, dusty library card. There are new tutorial videos for iPad you'll want to check out. Apps aren't always used for their original purposes and Melissa finally finds an iPhone clip that hasn't been murdered by the Arizona sun! Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com iTunes U Collections Are Moving to Apple Podcasts — MacStories Apple hypes iOS 11 with new iPad Pro videos — The Verge How to get free digital magazines from your library — cnet RB Digital Free digital magazines with your participating public library with a twenty-first century twist! You just need your library card number, an RB Digital login, and the iOS app. Dave's iPad Pro 10.5 256 GB Recap: He was able to return his iPad and swap it out from a 64GB to 256GB as well as take advantage of the Beats promotion for Education. Previously he purchased a new MacBook Pro and they let him get the Beats Solo3 Wireless headphones for free. The Beats X bluetooth are free with iPad Pro, but he opted to go with the Powerbeats 3 earphones for $50 which is $150 the price. He also reviews the case he bought that holds Apple Pencil. KHOMO iPad Pro 10.5 Inch Case with Pen Holder Apple's back-to-school deals include free $300 headphones when you buy a new Mac or iPad — Business Insider Buy a Mac or iPad Pro. We'll supply the Beats. — Apple We discuss sharing an Apple ID and how managing Contacts and groups is still challenging in iOS 10. Will it remain a challenge in iOS 11? • Apps & Tips:HoursTracker Melissa challenges us to think about an app we use in a way other than its intended use. Learn more about HoursTracker here. Hamilton – The Official App David enjoys the game Heads Up!The trivia game from Ellen DeGeneres that she plays on her show — AppAdvice Melissa reviews an iPhone car clip by LaRen — finally something that just may hold up to the hot, Arizona sun! • Contact: email us • like our Facebook page, tweet @InTouchwithiOS, @TheMacMommy or @daveg65 • Meta: ITWIOS 011 Beat Deals with iPad and iOS 11 was recorded August 25, 2017. "Please Listen Carefully" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. In Touch with iOS is an independently produced podcast, publication and social identity and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. All other Apple Inc. trademarks discussed are property of Apple Inc. A full list of Apple trademarks is available here. Sometimes we use affiliate links for products in show notes. Unless otherwise noted, these products or services are not a sponsor. Your patronage helps to support our content production at no additional cost to you and does not alter our honest opinion of said product or service.

Recorded live from Macstock 2017! David and Melissa talk about the conference and all the great people attending including friends and fellow podcasters. Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com David received some great feedback on his presentation about Efficiencies of iOS. Kirschen Seah wrote up some amazing sketch notes from the conference. here are her notes from David's presentation and here are her notes from Melissa's Presentation. More notes and photos from the conference are HERE This was the Macstock Conference and Expo Schedule We talked about the different presentations including ours as well as a review of Barry Fulk's Mac Mingle. Speakers and attendees hung out eating, drinking, and listening to live music. The eclectic band covered some off-the-wall tunes like a Brady Bunch song and a gem from King Tut. • Contact: email us • like our Facebook page, tweet @InTouchwithiOS, @TheMacMommy or @daveg65 • Meta: ITWIOS 010 Live from Macstock 2017 was recorded July 16, 2017. "Please Listen Carefully" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. In Touch with iOS is an independently produced podcast, publication and social identity and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. All other Apple Inc. trademarks discussed are property of Apple Inc. A full list of Apple trademarks is available here. Sometimes we use affiliate links for products in show notes. Unless otherwise noted, these products or services are not a sponsor. Your patronage helps to support our content production at no additional cost to you and does not alter our honest opinion of said product or service.

We have a special guest! Guy Serle joins Dave to talk about how you can podcast using your iPad or iPhone. They also discuss Amazon Prime Day and its merits. Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com Do you know about Prime Day on July 11? They have some great apps to use for iOS, but is the service really worth it? Amazon Prime Members Enjoy Many Free Benefits with These Apps — AppAdvice How does Guy use iOS? IK Multimedia iRig PRO DUO 2 Audio Technical ATR2100 USB Cardioid Dynamic Mic • Apps Hopper for Travel Spreaker Boss Jock Twisted Wave • News: Jawbone is going out of business — The Verge Qualcomm is trying to ban iPhones from being sold in the US — The Verge Join us at Macstock 2017! This is the third annual Macstock where Dave and Melissa will both be giving presentations as well as our special guest host Guy Serle. • Contact: email us • like our Facebook page, tweet @InTouchwithiOS, @TheMacMommy or @daveg65 or @macparrot • Meta: ITWIOS 009 Podcasting and iOS was recorded July 9, 2017. "Please Listen Carefully" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. In Touch with iOS is an independently produced podcast, publication and social identity and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. All other Apple Inc. trademarks discussed are property of Apple Inc. A full list of Apple trademarks is available here. Sometimes we use affiliate links for products in show notes. Unless otherwise noted, these products or services are not a sponsor. Your patronage helps to support our content production at no additional cost to you and does not alter our honest opinion of said product or service.

So many acronyms, so little time yet we manage to discuss many in one episode. First there was WWDC then news from the FTC followed by a PSA about VPN on your iOS and don't forget about 2FA! Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com Thanks to Barry Fulk for joining Dave on Episode 007 of In Touch with iOS. "Tech Support Scams" — FTC Consumer Information A look into Call Protect from AT&T "Chicago's New Apple Store Looks Like a Giant Laptop" by David Matthews of DNA Info We briefly review some more thoughts on WWDC and Dave already has iOS 11 beta installed on his iPhone SE ready to play. He can't wait to tell us about customizing Control Center plus a new built-in video screen capturing feature! Beta 2 was released. Another cool new feature is activity sharing in Messages has been updated to show the actual achievement accomplished when a friend cheers you on using Apple Watch. "What's new in iOS 11 beta 2? Hands-on with 25+ features and changes [Video]" — 9 to 5 Mac VPN PSA "How to choose the best VPN service for iPhone and iPad" — 9 to 5 Mac| "A VPN can stop internet companies from selling your data — but it's not a magic bullet" — The Verge "How to Make $80,000 Per Month on the Apple App Store" — Medium "Apple Removing Hundreds of Thousands of 'Problematic' Apps From the App Store" — The Mac Observer We wanted to share links to Betty White's 2 Factor Authentication video series, but unfortunately they were taken down by YouTube. Melissa shares some traveling tips for getting the most out of your iOS devices while on the road with family. Anker battery packs are good. Anker PowerCore+ Portable Charger External Battery Planet of the Apps — requires an Apple Music subscription to watch. Breaker iMazing Mini Free iPhone & iPad backup without iTunes Join us at Macstock 2017! This is the third annual Macstock where Dave and Melissa will both be giving presentations. Don't miss it! Use Macstock 2017 Coupon Code: intouchwithios for $30.00 OFF your ticket. • Contact: email us • like our Facebook page, tweet @InTouchwithiOS, @TheMacMommy or @daveg65 • Meta: ITWIOS 008 So Many Acronyms was recorded June 23, 2017. "Please Listen Carefully" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. In Touch with iOS is an independently produced podcast, publication and social identity and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. All other Apple Inc. trademarks discussed are property of Apple Inc. A full list of Apple trademarks is available here. Sometimes we use affiliate links for products in show notes. Unless otherwise noted, these products or services are not a sponsor. Your patronage helps to support our content production at no additional cost to you and does not alter our honest opinion of said product or service.

This week David is joined by a very special guest co-host Barry Fulk. They talk about all things WWDC — well at least all iOS things. Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com iOS 11 The New iPad Pro 10.5 inch watch OS 4 tvOS 11 New Home Pod Apple's Official iOS 11 Preview Page iOS 11 will run on: * The iPhone 5S, 6, 6 Plus, 6S, 6S Plus, SE, 7, and 7 Plus. * The iPad Air and Air 2; the iPad Mini 2, 3, and 4; the fifth-generation iPad; and all iPad Pros. * The sixth-generation iPod Touch. No more 32-bit apps Apple Announces New 'Files' App Coming With iOS 11 — Mac Rumors iOS 11 first look — iMore So many exciting upgrades to the new iPad Pro 10.5 inch! iPad Pro — Apple watchOS 4 watchOS 4 FAQ: Everything you need to know! — iMore Apple Watch Preview — Apple tvOS 11 Amazon Prime will be available on Apple TV later this year. Not much else was discussed during the conference. HomePod"HomePod is a powerful speaker that sounds amazing, adapts to wherever it's playing, and together with Apple Music, gives you effortless access to one of the world's largest music catalogs. All controlled through natural voice interaction with Siri.1 It takes the listening experience to a whole new level. And that's just the beginning." — Apple Join us at Macstock 2017! This is the third annual Macstock where Dave and Melissa will both be giving presentations. Don't miss it! Use Macstock 2017 Coupon Code: intouchwithios for $30.00 OFF your ticket. • Contact: email us • like our Facebook page, tweet @InTouchwithiOS, @TheMacMommy or @daveg65 or Barry @fulkb ITWIOS 007 WWDC Extravaganza was recorded June 5, 2017. "Please Listen Carefully" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. In Touch with iOS is an independently produced podcast, publication and social identity and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. All other Apple Inc. trademarks discussed are property of Apple Inc. A full list of Apple trademarks is available here. Sometimes we use affiliate links for products in show notes. Unless otherwise noted, these products or services are not a sponsor. Your patronage helps to support our content production at no additional cost to you and does not alter our honest opinion of said product or service.

You can always learn something new whether it be from Apple by way of their new workshops or from our friends all across the globe sharing tips. Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com "Today at Apple" "I tried one of Apple's new free photography classes — here's what I learned" — Business Insider "Apple's Angela Ahrendts on The New In-Store Experience" — LinkedIn SlideShare "How to Shoot on iPhone 7" is a YouTube channel playlist created by Apple with tips on using iPhone camera "Apple to discontinue iPad mini as device gets squeezed from both ends" — BGR We have our first listener feedback from Knightwise of knightwise.com regarding our last episode topic of using data and iOS devices while traveling. He shares some great advice for us all. PDF Expert $9.99 Tip: iOS 10 Safari: Close All Tabs at Once — David Chartier's Finer Things in Tech "iPhone 101: Deleting numbers in the iOS Calculator app" — engadget "Apple's new iCloud security requirements: How it affects you and the software you use" — Macworld WWDC will take place June 5–9 and we recommend you tune in to see all the announcements as it will be streamed live. Look for a new icon on your Apple TV closer to the time. Join us at Macstock 2017! This is the third annual Macstock where Dave and Melissa will both be giving presentations. Don't miss it! Use Coupon Code: intouchwithios for $30.00 OFF your ticket. • Contact: email us • like our Facebook page, tweet @InTouchwithiOS, @TheMacMommy or @daveg65 • Meta: ITWIOS 006 Learn Something New was recorded May 24, 2017. "Please Listen Carefully" by Jahzzar is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. In Touch with iOS is an independently produced podcast, publication and social identity and has not been authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Apple Inc. iOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. All other Apple Inc. trademarks discussed are property of Apple Inc. A full list of Apple trademarks is available here. Sometimes we use affiliate links for products in show notes. Unless otherwise noted, these products or services are not a sponsor. Your patronage helps to support our content production at no additional cost to you and does not alter our honest opinion of said product or service.