{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"322 - Glowtime Predictions and Apple Music is a Full Contact Sport In the Car","description":" The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave is joined by guest Kelly Guimont,  Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, and Ben Roethig. We discuss the iOS 18 beta's progress and new features, share tips for providing developer feedback, and speculate on the upcoming Apple event on September 9, including the iPhone 16 and Apple Watch updates. The conversation also covers the implications of Bluetooth 6 and a creative use of AirTags to catch package thieves, showcasing innovative tech applications in everyday life. Excitement for Apple's future developments permeates the episode, setting the stage for further insights in the coming weeks. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com \u2028Direct 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 and Summary In this episode, we delve into the latest and greatest in Apple's ecosystem, covering everything from iOS updates to exciting new product predictions ahead of the upcoming Apple event. I'm joined by experts Kelly Guimpnt, Ben Roethjig, Jeff Gamet, and Marty Jencius, each bringing their insights and enthusiasm for all things Apple. We kick off the episode by discussing the current state of beta testing for iOS 18, noting its progression towards completion and the anticipated launch at the close of the month. Each panelist shares their experiences with the latest beta features, from enhanced customization options to the joys and quirks of the Music app updates. Our resident beta tester offers valuable tips, emphasizing the importance of providing feedback to developers during testing to ensure a smooth final rollout. As we transition into product speculation for the upcoming Apple event on September 9, we explore the likely unveilings, including the much-anticipated iPhone 16 lineup, Apple Watch updates, and possibly new AirPods. We engage in a lively discussion on what we hope to see from the Apple event, with varying opinions on whether the iPhone mini will be making a return and what exciting features the Apple Watch might include this year. In addition to our product predictions, we also address the introduction of Bluetooth 6, discussing its potential impact on Apple's precision-finding capabilities and how it might revolutionize the way users interact with their devices. Kelly raises a crucial point about the slow adoption of new technologies and how it might affect users in the short term. The episode takes a lighter turn when we explore a fascinating new use case for AirTags, where a California woman creatively employed the device to track down package thieves. This leads to an in-depth conversation on the innovative ways users are harnessing technology to tackle everyday problems, as we reminisce about similar past endeavors that blend technology with a bit of humor and cleverness. As we wrap up, the camaraderie and shared excitement for what's to come in Apple's world shine through. We encourage listeners to stay tuned for more detailed analyses of the Apple event and the impact of new technology on our daily lives in future episodes. Links referenced in our Topics Links referenced in our Topics Beta this week. We are very close to release of iOS 18   When to Expect iOS 18 on Your iPhone as Beta Testing Wraps Up Hands-on with Clean Up in iOS 18.1 Beta 3 [Video]  Apple Music in iOS 18: Five new features are coming soon Vision Pro This week. Apple Seeds Ninth visionOS 2 Beta to Developers  FYI: This is the summarized changelog from what\u2019s changed in Beta 9 visionOS 2 Beta 9 Changelog  Vision Pro will live or die on Apple\u2019s own words: \u2018spatial computer Would you agree? What is the HEIC photo format on the iPhone? The Quickest Ways to Convert HEIC to JPEG iMazing Converter | Free Photo HEIC to JPEG and Video HEVC to MPEG-4 Conversion Tool Kelly's friend Aaron Hockley (aka TechPhotoGuy) shared a shortcut to send a JPG: Convert HEIC to JPG with This iOS Shortcut   Apple\u2019s Glow time event is next week and the panel gives their predictions.  Apple\u2019s iPhone 16 event: how to watch and what to expect  How to watch the iPhone 16 Glowtime reveal event - tune in for iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Plus and iPhone 16 Pro Max New iPhone 16 Pro 2TB Storage Option: All the Rumors In Favor iPhone 16 Launch Month Is Here: Everything We Know Four advantages the iPhone 16 Pro will have over the iPhone 16 Why \u2018AirPods SE\u2019 could debut next week as Apple\u2019s new entry model  Apple Watch users are getting asked about features, battery life, and use of smart rings iPad Mini 7? What to Expect From Apple's 2024 iPad Mini 7 AirPods 4 Rumors: Everything We Know So Far News Slow Horses season 4 starts streaming today Bluetooth 6 Launches, Could Enhance iPhone's Precision Finding Feature AirTags are now being used as bait to catch package thieves  Mark Rober and Macaulay Culkin troll Porch Pirates: Glitter Bomb 2.0 vs Porch Pirates 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\u2019s managing editor, and Smile\u2019s 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 jencius@mastodon.social  https:\/\/thepodtalk.net  About our Guest Kelly Guimont is a podcaster and friend of the Rebel Alliance. She appears on The Incomparable network as well as hosts I Want My M(CU) TV. you can find her on Mastodon and Instagram @verso ","author_name":"In Touch with iOS","author_url":"https:\/\/intouchwithios.com","html":"