Do you remember the 21st night of September? Well, you will because that’s when new iPhones will be available! Apple Watch aims to help us when we’ve fallen down and can’t get up. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio Recap of Apple Event Announcements from September 12th Apple eats a bit of “humble pie” in the opening ...…

It’s getting closer to the release of iOS 12 and we are excited about upcoming announcements. Dave tells us all about the perks of being a T-Mobile customer despite their latest data issues. Melissa wants more out of iOS Photos and describes an app that exemplifies the feature set she wants. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link ...…

032 iOS 12 and Visit to Apple Store with special guest Mike Potter This episode was recorded at the Apple Michigan Ave Chicago store Dave welcomed very special guest Mike Potter from For Mac Eyes Only podcast and Macstock coodinator. They were sitting outside the store next to the Riverfront talking about iOS 12 and Mike switching to iPhone.Ful ...…

iPhones and roller coasters are not a good combination. Tune in to hear about this adventure as well as some important survival tips for when a lost device takes you on a wild ride! Dave reviews his experience from both presenting and attending the recent Macstock Conference and Expo. Melissa adds some device locating wisdom and an app update. ...…

It’s time to update iOS again. The App Store turns ten. HomePod makes its way back into Dave’s heart as well as his humble abode. Melissa shares tips for remote screen-sharing support from one iOS device to another using TeamViewer. Dave reviews a great iPad stand by Belkin. You won’t want to miss out on the apps and gear we recommend in this e ...…

Apple announced many new features during their WWDC18 keynote from this past week. We discuss those and more of what you may want to consider when it’s time to apply the upgrades to iOS, watchOS, and tvOS. The upgrades will be released sometime in the coming months, but we want you to be prepared. Tune in for a great discount on a ticket to Mac ...…

We share tips for optimizing your contacts list so it works more efficiently. Tune in for a great discount on a ticket to Macstock 2018! Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio News: Apple Offering $50 Credit to Customers Who Paid for iPhone 6 and Later Battery Replacements From January to December 2017 — MacRumors Google ...…

Wrangling your address book and all those contact listings can be a big challenge. We share tips on how to get started using the Contacts app on your iOS device so you can be more efficient and organized. Tune in for a great discount on a ticket to Macstock 2018! Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio News: Apple Reports ...…

We reflect on three years of Apple Watch plus tips for using Safari on multiple devices. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio News: Google Play Music’s Switch to YouTube Remix Could Give Apple Music a Big Subscriber Boost — The Mac Observer Apple Releases iOS 11.3.1: Includes Security Fixes and Addresses 3rd Party Scre ...…

We share our most favorite tips for getting more out of Safari in iOS! Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio News: Apple Is Planning to Launch a News Subscription Service — Bloomberg Apple's iPhone 'Do Not Disturb While Driving' feature helping to reduce dangerous habits — appleinsider Messages in iCloud is still slated ...…

The sixth generation of iPad has been released and aimed at the education market. We discuss how Apple’s new education software is going to make learning fun, productive, and meaningful. There is a lot to like in the iOS 11.3 update with more to come soon after the betas have been tested. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to ...…

Last time we talked a lot about devices that stay put. This time we want to talk about devices on the go — things we can wear while interacting with audible content. We’ll discuss tips for using Apple Watch with earpieces as well as news and hacks. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio News Apple announces March 27th ev ...…

Dave took one for the team and got himself a HomePod, so we dig deep and discuss why it should or should not be your personal assistant. We discuss apps for managing podcasts, third-party keyboards, spam caller blocking, and camera tweaks. We also cover apps that repurpose your devices in fun ways. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Dire ...…

Home Pod is finally coming to an Apple place near you, but neither Dave nor Melissa plans on getting one anytime soon. That won’t stop us from having some fun with all the virtual assistants we already know and love! We’ll give you some fun ideas to try out when training for your very own virtually assisted lifestyle. Full show notes are at InT ...…

Should Apple be our Nanny when it comes to parental controls on the devices our children use? Melissa has a rant on why this could have less than desirable outcomes for families. She shares some valuable resources for parenting in the digital age. Podcasts are a great way to learn more about a subject of interest. Dave shares some more apps wor ...…

Dave and Melissa catch up and ring in the new year with some new gear as well as updates to user experiences and operating systems. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio Apple to Offer $29 iPhone Battery Replacements, More Battery Health Info in iOS — MacRumors Apple Releases iOS 11.2.2 With Security Fixes to Address Sp ...…

It’s been pretty smooth sailing for Dave and his iPhone X, but Melissa went on a fishing expedition with the whole family in iCloud and reeled in a Black Friday deal or two. Notch or no notch, Apple has kept us all very busy applying software patches and spackle across their product line. Lots of growing pains are being smoothed over, so don’t ...…

Dave has an iPhone X and more iOS updates have been released. Melissa wants to know just how stealthy is an iPhone X? Dave demonstrates Animoji and hilarity ensues. It’s soon time for Thanksgiving in the US and that means lots of food followed by lots of shopping. We list apps and websites to check for scoping out the best deals on iOS gear and ...…

Have you upgraded to iOS 11 yet? Well, of course you have! We discuss tips for dealing with the latest changes doled out by Apple. We also review OWC’s Thunderbolt 3 Dock and the Day One app for journalling. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio News: • AT&T will no longer participate in Plenti after October 31, 2017 — ...…

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.co ...…

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, availa ...…

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 ...…

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 ...…

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 origi ...…

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 th ...…

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 Mem ...…

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 ...…

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 ...…

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 N ...…

Kids get Siri to say the funniest things and they are better at it, too. On Apple Watch, sharing is caring, except when it isn't sharing...so friends come to the rescue! Questions to ask your carrier before traveling abroad with your iOS device. iWork and iLife are now free for all. Listen to our podcast in a new podcast player, we have recomme ...…

Melissa’s family Spring Break vacation was in sync with Dave’s March Madness vacation, so they all met up in Las Vegas, NV to take in the sights. Of course they couldn’t pass up the opportunity to visit the local Apple Store where they had a great time chatting with “Apple Store Steve." He showed them some great new tips and they will share the ...…

Dave and Melissa have some catching up to do so they discuss their most recent gear upgrades, tips, and software recommendations. Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com Check out Suburban Chicago Apple Users where Dave is President and hosts SIGs (Special Interest Groups). What are the advantages and disadvantages of syncing our ...…

Dave and Melissa discuss some new hardware, software updates, security, and workflows. Listen to find out more about interesting use cases for the apps and services they recommend. Do you like meatloaf? Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com • Hardware: Apple’s $39.00 Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter is a very versatile tool com ...…

In our first episode, we introduce ourselves and provide some background on what makes us so passionate about our subject matter. We discuss the gear we currently use in our everyday lives, work, and play. Full show notes are on our website InTouchwithiOS.com • Equipment: Dave currently uses: iPhone 6s Plus, iPad Pro 12.9, iPad Pro 9.7, Apple T ...…