321 - It’s Almost GlowTime and is CarPlay Spinning its Wheels?

In this episode of In Touch with iOS, our panel, including Dave Ginsburg, Mike Potter, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, and Jeff Gamet, discusses the latest iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 beta releases, highlighting features like Apple Intelligence and a revamped Control Center. We speculate about the upcoming "Glow Time" Apple event, potential product announcements for the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch, and the iPad Mini 7's future. Marty shares insights on VisionOS 2 and the evolution of Apple’s immersive marketing.  We introduce new podcast features in Pocket Casts and wrap up with a light-hearted look at innovative solutions for iPhone speaker issues. Join us as we navigate the latest in Apple technology. 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 Mastodon X Instagram Threads Spoutible   Topics Summary In this episode of In Touch with iOS, we dive into an extensive discussion about the latest updates and developments regarding Apple devices and services. Hosted by Dave Ginsburg, the show features familiar voices, including Mike Potter, Marty Jencius, Ben Roethig, and Jeff Gamet, who bring a wealth of knowledge and insights regarding Apple technology. We kick off the episode discussing the latest beta releases of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18. The panel shares their experiences with the eighth beta, exploring features such as Apple Intelligence, revamped Control Center, and adjustments in Siri's design. Ben discusses how the betas seem to be reaching a stable feature set and the nuances of using Apple Intelligence, revealing the importance of toggling certain settings for optimal enjoyment. Jeff shares feedback on battery performance, emphasizing the real-world implications of beta testing. The anticipation for the upcoming Apple event, labeled “Glow Time,” takes center stage, as the team speculates on what new products may be unveiled, including the iPhone 16 and updated Apple Watch models. The conversation shifts to the potential announcement of the iPad Mini 7, with the panel strongly leaning toward the idea that it might not be part of the main event, but rather a press release later on. Marty, designated as a Vision Pro expert, offers insight into the ongoing VisionOS 2 beta and the excitement surrounding Apple's immersive video series launch. The conversation delves into how these advancements fit into the larger narrative of Apple's ongoing enhancement of user experiences. Next, we talk about Apple's services and the recent layoffs in the Books and News teams, which prompts thoughtful discussions on user engagement and the future of Apple’s service offerings. The team reflects on how this reflects broader trends across Apple's businesses, emphasizing the balance between cost optimization and growth potential in various sectors. More highlights exciting new features in podcasting with Pocket Casts now allowing users to rate podcasts directly within the app. This development underlines the ongoing evolution of podcasting as a medium and how user interaction is becoming increasingly valued. We wrap up with a light-hearted segment on the ability of specific YouTube videos to expel water from iPhone speakers, showcasing how Apple’s engineering and creative problem-solving continue to amaze users. The episode culminates with a deeper appreciation for the synergy between Apple’s hardware, software, and the user experience, as well as a call to action for listeners to support their favorite content creators through the newly launched digital pass for Macstock, managed by Mike Potter. Join us as we navigate the exciting world of Apple, sharing insights, updates, and a community-driven spirit that keeps us engaged with all things tech. Links Referenced In this Episode, Beta this week.Apple Seeds Eighth Betas of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available] Apple Seeds Third Developer Betas of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.1 With Apple Intelligence Apple Seeds Eighth Beta of tvOS 18 to Developers [Update: Public Beta Available] iOS 18 vs. iOS 18.1: Here's How the Two Updates Compare iOS 18: Add Multiple Pages to Control Center Vision Pro This week:Apple Immersive Series 'Elevated' Coming to Vision Pro on September 6 Apple Seeds Eighth visionOS 2 Beta to Developers - MacRumors Apple Event announced Apple Event Announced for September 9: 'It's Glowtime' Apple Watch X? September 9 Event Date Marks 10th Anniversary  iPhone 16 ‘It’s Glowtime’ event hints at major Apple Intelligence focus Apple is unlikely to announce these products at its September event These surprise announcements could make it into Apple’s iPhone 16 event iPad Mini Stock Dwindling at Apple Stores, Refresh Could Be Coming Ted Lasso season 4 may have less Jason Sudeikis, focus on ensemble Watch Bad Monkey. Who reads novels based on ATV+ shows? We discuss Future Releases These New Macs Are Coming in 2024  CarPlay topics Apple's best software system is spinning its wheels Target releases new CarPlay app with Drive Up order support News Apple CFO Luca Maestri Stepping Down Apple Now Lets Users Transfer Apple Music Playlists to YouTube Music And Vice Versa Transfer a copy of your Apple Music playlists to another service Apple Support Apple Lays Off Around 100 Services Staff Across Apple Books and News ⭐️ Rate Your Favorite Podcasts in Pocket Casts ⭐️ PSA: YouTube Videos Really Can Get Some Water Out of Your iPhone Announcements Macstock 8 wrapped up for 2024. But you can purchase the digital pass and still see the great talks we had including Dave talking about Apple Services and more. Content is now available! .  Click here for more information: Digital Pass | Macstock Conference & Expo with discounts on previous events.  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 Mastadon @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 Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet  His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Ben Roethig Former Associate Editor of GeekBeat.TV and host of the Tech Hangout and Deconstruct with Patrice  Mac user since the mid 90s. Tech support specialist. Twitter @benroethig  Website: https://roethigtech.blogspot.com 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 [email protected]  https://thepodtalk.net  About our Guest Mike Potter is the organizer of Macstock Conference: and the host of the For Mac Eyes Only Podcast. You can reach him on Mastodon: https://tooting.ninja/@formaceyesonly https://tooting.ninja/@macstockexpo