TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 401
Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast - First up I want to thank AARON for sending in the music you hear in the background. AARON wrote:
Hi Rob,
Please find the song "Strange." This is a track that was originally written using Garage Band on my iPad Pro 9.7 and my Casio Px5s synthesizer, in a hotel room, somewhere on the road, and then later exported to Logic Pro on my MacBook Pro where I captured the live electric bass and timbale performances. I continued to use the iPad during this process via Logic Remote.
I can be found online at my official site: http:www.aarontoddmusic.com, on Twitter: @aarontodd and my blog about music: https://aarontoddonline.wordpress.com
Regards,
Aaron Todd
Song_Strange_The MatrixMix
Thanks AARON for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode. I also want to thank Me for sending in the Artwork for today's show.
I created the artwork by putting the noir filter on with the photo app and added in the text wit the Over App - Which was really easy to do. More About that photo later in the episode.
you can see MY artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 401 - or at instagram.com/todayinios and also as a stand alone post in the VIP section and at Facebook.com/todayinios.
If you have some artwork and or music you have created on your iOS device that you would like to share with the audience please email it to me at today in iOS at gmail dot com and please make sure to include which app or apps you used to create said artwork and or music.
AND I am down to just two songs in my queue - so if you have some music created on an iOS device - please please please send it in.
02:27
In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote
“The launch of Storm 3 gives RIMM the long-awaited answer to the iPhone and high-end Android devices.” unquote
Michael Li, Investing Blog, 16 January 2011
Well if The Storm 3 gave Rimm an answer to the iPhone and High End Android phones - then the question must have been - what do those devices not need to worry about?
Alex that would be the Storm 3.
02:54
This week we have promo codes for The App - AZZL - A Z Z L
Here is the written review from the dev.
Quote AZZL is a game that pops out of the screen with bright colours and a distinctive art style, but up until now it had only been available on iPhone and iPad.
That is no longer the case though, with the title landing on Apple TV this week. A combination of game and cartoon, AZZL sees you tapping, swiping, moving, and rotating a range of animated puzzle pieces to complete images.
There's a variety of worlds to explore with each one being inhabited by a range of characters - all animated as slickly as the protagonists in your usual Saturday morning cartoon.
unquote
Well thanks to the devs for their review of their App - AZZL - and for sending in the promo codes to their App to give away. Folks if you would like a chance for a promo code for this app - please send an email to todayinios at gmail dot com and put A Z Z L - iOS or A Z Z L TV in the subject line. depending on if you want a chance to win the iOS or Apple TV version
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/azzl/id640484311
A QUICK REMINDER if you are an App developer or an iBook Author email me if you want your app or iBook featured in the promo give away segment FOR FREE We Just need the 5 promo codes or more to give away. simply email me at today in ios @ gmail.com and please include a 60 sec or less audio review of your app or iBook - indicating you are the dev or author. Also when you send in the promo codes - please make sure to let me know when they expire.
04:30
http://appletoolbox.com/2016/08/notifications-
not-working-ios-9-3-3/
Hi Rob,
When I opened up the Tii app I got the notification in the first picture here.
Which shows the error message quote An Error occurred with push notification registration unquote.
So I deleted the app, re-downloaded, it and upon launching the new download I got the notification in the second picture which has the same error message.
And I have not received notifications from you. Please advise.
Regards,
Dr. John M
Sadly it looks like iOS 9.3.3 - is causing issues with Push Notifications for many apps - and Tii is part of Many Apps. As is the Facebook App, and the What’s App and well many apps. However our devs have a fix and a new version is coming.
And a couple of users also sent in word that the App showed all episodes saying they were premium - it seems to be just a small number of users with that issue - and running iOS 9.3.3. If you are seeing the episodes locked down and saying premium only - let me know which version of iOS and which iOS device you have. We also believe we have an fix for that - but in the mean time if you have the issue - let me know there is a fix you can do now to reset that. Sorry about that issue. iOS 9.3.3 - and the Tii app - yeah not peanut butter and Chocolate.
05:53
http://9to5mac.com/2016/08/04/ios-9-3-4/
Beyond just messing with the Tii App and the Facebook App and other apps - iOS 9.3.3 had some other issues.
And that lead to iOS 9.3.4 - which apple said quote iOS 9.3.4 provides an important security update for your iPhone or iPad and is recommended for all users.
So I updated to iOS 9.3.4 - and the Push notification Error message - Sadly is still there. As is the issue being reported of the episodes showing as premium. So any changes to iOS 9.3.4 - did not affect the issues that came about from iOS 9.3.3 - they are still there.
And Our dev teams believes both will be fixed in the next update of the Tii App - which I believe is in and being reviewed. So hopefully it will be live shortly.
And literally right after I originally typed that - the update appeared. So here is the solution for anyone with the Tii App - update to version 2.1.20 - which you should see under updates. And I did the update and the Push Notification error is squashed. Thanks to Michael S - Our lead dev for the quick turn on the fix.
Per what iOS 9.3.4 fixes one of the items is a problem with memory corruption that was discovered by the Pangu Team. Apple did give credit to the Pangu Team for discovering the Vulnerability.
In the google+ community - when Kenneth Berger asked is anyone updated to 9.3.4 and if there were any issues - there were a bunch of responses and all were positive.
If you have not updates to iOS 9.3.4 - go ahead and release the hounds.
http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/apple-releases-ios-9-3-4-important-
security-patch-iphone-ipad-1574533
07:47
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/apple-offers-big-cash-
rewards-233001706.html
One thing I have not been able to find out is if Apple gave a bounty to Pangu for finding the exploit.
My guess would be No.
Some might say - but Rob - you recently said Apple does not give out bounties for finding security bugs. And in the past tense that would be correct - But Apple is seeing the error of their ways and now will start paying bounties to those quote researchers unquote that find security bugs.
Apple said those rewards will be up to $200k.
Apple joins pretty much ever other major tech company creating and OS that offers bounties.
However there is a catch - because well this is Apple and there is always a catch. Initially the program will be limited to about 25 researchers who Apple will invite to help find potential security bugs.
Sorry any thoughts you had of claiming this - yeah - not so much.
According to info supplied by Apple to Reuters at the Black Hat Conference - earlier this month - the most lucrative category - the one that offers up to that $200k reward is for finding bugs in Apples secure boot firmware - for preventing unauthorized programs form launching when an iOS device is powered up.
Apple did say their reason for limiting who can be part of this is because their competitors told them that is the right way to do it. And Apple believed them - yikes.
Apple did say eventually they would open it up to more people but for now - don’t call us we will call you.
More info on this one I am sure on a future episode.
09:32
http://appadvice.com/post/apple-adds-faster-3d-
touch-text-deletion-in-ios-10-beta/718800
Last week iOS 10 beta 4 was released - I should point out for Devs it was beta 4 for the public it was beta 3 - but we just talk per the Dev version - and that was the 4 th version of the iOS 10 beta.
One of the new features in the 4th beta - was the addition of a new 3D touch feature - the harder you press down on the delete key the faster it deletes things.
Of course the 4th beta contains the obligatory Bug fixes and improvements as well.
Some other items new in it include:
There is a New Control center splash page.
In Beta 4 Folder animations are sped up vs past betas.
Apple also redesigned emoji characters.
And the Taptic Engine vibration when manually locking the phone is gone. So last one was more what is taken away.
http://www.ubilio.com/topics/ios-10-beta-4-
is-now-available-to-download/
10:29
http://cydianerd.com/ios-10-beta-5-download-released/
With iOS 10 beta 4 released last week a few sites over the weekend were reporting on rumors / leaks that Beta 5 would be released on August 15th. Said Leaks were the same ones that reported when the Apple event would be - as in it was a calendar and they were guessing - and they guessed wrong - because iOS 10 Beta 5 was released today August 9th. And I held off on releasing this episode - because my inside sources said - Rob don’t release on Sunday - Wait until Tuesday then you can report on beta 5. I’ll buy that for a dollar.
So what is new in Beta 5 - well of course the first is the obligatory Bug fixes and improvements.
Initial reports of other changes are a different sound when locking your iPhone, plus louder typing sounds.
There is also a new Music output icon in control center and the stock music app.
One other new feature or bug - is that when you reboot your device you don’t have to re-enter your itunes password when making purchases - you can just use touch ID. AS IT SHOULD HAVE ALWAYS BEEN. I said it is either a feature or a bug - as I would not be shocked to see it removed. But hopefully it is a feature a long long over due feature.
If you have the Smart Battery Case - if you are that person - the new beta should now allow it to work properly with your iPhone 6 or 6S - this according to the release notes. Previously some devices would crash when running the older beta’s and the Smart Battery Case.
The new Widget panel which you can get to by swiping to the right now displays the date on all devices.
One other great thing about it being beta 5 - is that I am now putting it on my iPhone. I traditionally have waited for the 5th beta. So now I will start getting this on all my iOS devices to really see how it works.
To start with I did the full download and then updated from iTunes.
http://www.macrumors.com/2016/08/09/ios-10-beta-5-tidbits/
14:13
http://www.theverge.com/2016/8/3/12371006/app-
store-50-billion-paid-to-developers-apple
Tim cook went to twitter last week and tweeted out this message
quote @appstore developers have now earned over $50 billion congratulations on your success and such inspired creativity. unquote
That is one heck of an industry.
If you look at most of that coming in the past few years - on a yearly basis for the last year - that would make the iOS app market place a greater than $15 Billion a year industry.
That is larger than NCAA basketball including march Madness.
It is larger than the Frozen Yogurt industry - No Fro Yo for you.
It is even larger than the Porn Industry regardless of what numbers you read from a low of $1 Billion a year to a very often discredited high of $14 billion a year.
Kudos to Apple and team for creating such a robust global industry.
15:09
Long time listeners know that in my past life I used to travel a lot for business - I had one of those jobs where I was traveling 4 out of 5 weeks. Doing 175k in the air in my craziest year.
Which is why I was happy to bring on this new advertiser for the show - Away. They make a great luggage. They sent me their Carry on bag. It is great - it has a built in 10,000 MAH battery pack built in. That will charge an iPhone 6 Five times.
I was traveling with it - and on the very first flight I am going down the isle and a women points to her significant other and says look at that - what a great idea. She asked me about it - and naturally I said - Go to away travel dot com / tii and use promo code tii to save $20 off the suitcase. She looked at me confused. Yes - Yes I did say that to her.
Have you ever gone to your gate and the first thing you did was look for a place to plug in your cell phone. Peeking around those round columns looking for a power outlet. No more. You actually can be charging it as you are walking through the airport and waiting on line and as I mentioned going down the isle.
But beyond the battery pack it is a great bag and meets my requirements - wheels under all 4 corners and swivels 360 - making it easy to get down the isle and smooth flow in the airport. And it is double wheels under each corner. Something I really like. It is lightweight and very durable and even has a lifetime warranty - if anything breaks they will fix or replace it for you for LIFE. Sweet.
And there is a 100 day trial. If it is not for you then just return it for a full refund no questions asked.
It comes with a charging cord and comes in a really nice Laundry bag. And on the inside there is a bag for your shoes as well. They really looked at all the details in making the best Carry on bag I have ever owned or seen. Even the shipping box has nice Away Travel artwork on the inside. Very very apple-ish.
In addition to the carry on they also have mid size and large check in bags. But only the carry on has the battery pack.
To save $20 go to away travel dot com slash tii and use promo code tii . Again away travel dot com slash tii and use promo code tii to save $20.
17:57
VOICEMAIL - Justin_iOS10_beta_fdbk
Hi Rob.
Well Iv'e seen the so call iPhone 7 from this guy YouTube channel (Everything Apple Pro). And then I think 9to5 Mac showed the new EarPods. I know everyone wants to see what the new iPhone will look like and youtubers have a job to do. But it's no more exciting anymore. Are is it just me reading the news and watching the videos.
Regards,
Sharde
21:58
https://plus.google.com/communities/
105412562215997292912?cfem=1
We are now over 3,000 members in our Google+ community and growing.
Thanks to everyone that has joined and thanks for the great posts.
One new post in the G+ community that went up since the last episode that had lots of comments came from MARK HENRY ON AUGUST 2ND who posted the following
quote
Does anyone know of a quality photo editor app/program for Mac/iPhone that would help me "touch up" images of my home. I am attempting to circumvent having to hire a home photographer to help sell my home. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
unquote
And again There were a bunch of replies to this.
Lawrence McFarland and Daniel Evans both recommended Snapseed
Robert Spivack replied
quote
Pixelmator - available for iOS and MacOS. Hands down the closet thing to the power of Photoshop at a fraction of the price and much easier to use.
unquote
Latin Kapoor suggest Adobe lightroom.
Ben Neilsen recommend Affinity Photo as the best non-adobe photo editor on the mac.
All thanks for your replies.
Since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts and comments in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android fan bois free zone and spammer free zone. Yup it is the most civil Google+ community covering iOS.
Folks Go to today in iOS dot com slash community to join in.
And thanks to all 3,000+ of you already in the community and contributing.
23:30
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/apple-tv-remote/
id1096834193?mt=8
From Karthik M in Google+
Apple has renamed the existing Remote app to iTunes Remote and has created a new Apple TV Remote. It is featured in the App Store today.
23:53
http://money.cnn.com/2016/08/01/technology/apple-
pistol-emoji/index.html
Looking for the Gun icon in iOS 10 - well apple replace the lead projectile launching icon with a water launching one.
Yes - Apple replaced the 38 snub nose gun emoji for an emoji of a green water gun.
There are other changes to emoji’s apple made - but the gun one is the only one people really are reporting about.
but honestly if you are going to replace it with a water gun - the green one is so not what I would have chosen - if you want to go retro go with the ugly transparent yellow ones that were so popular in the 70’s. Or better yet - put in the super soaker.
24:33
http://www.gsmarena.com/apple_iphone_7-8064.php
We are getting closer and close to the Apple event in September - so that means more and more posts titled everything we know about the iphone 7 or something very similar.
Really only thing different from last week - is multiple reports of a blue version of the iPhone 2016
Also it is looking more and more like the headphone jack is going off to live on that same farm in the country that Apple sent the 30 pin dock connector to live at.
People are complaining more and more about the lack of the head phone jack - but the more leaked photos or prototypes that are released - the more it looks like the headphone jack is no more.
http://www.cnet.com/products/apple-iphone-7/
https://plus.google.com/u/0/+NaveedAsghardr/
posts/VEDx6Lvt6wT?cfem=1
http://www.dippyfeed.com/iphone-7-plus-video-jack/
25:27
https://www.thrillist.com/tech/nation/new-iphone-7-
release-features-specs-we-want-to-see
Rob, I came across this article and thought you might be interested in it.
Thanks for all you do!
Jeanine T Chicago
The Article is titled - Dear Apple - these are our demands for the next iPhone
1. Do not ditch the iPhone headphone jack. Again this may be crying over spilled milk.
2. Give us better battery life. As said before - Photography and battery life - are two key things apple looks at. Sadly this author is clueless - as they also ask for a detachable battery. ummm no.
3. Stop insulting us with comical limits storage options. Most rumors do point to 32 barely enough GB as the new low end. Personally I would not recommend anything less than 64 bare min GB. the 128 now we are talking GB is really what I recommend - the 256 I have a new child / puppy GB version is great for those of you that well have a new child or new puppy.
4 - Make it shatter and waterproof. Agree on the waterproof - but shatter proof - Apple tried and the results were a bankrupt GTAT for their efforts.
5. Go wireless - not yet.
6. Make an even better camera - This is one area - clearly apple is trying to make a difference and they do increase specs each time - so no sure why it needs to be in the list.
based on the rumors you are hearing lately - what are the features that you want for the next iPhone that are not being leaked at this point? Give us a call - 206-666-6364 - 206-moon-dog. Or shoot us an email.
27:34
http://www.forbes.com/sites/aarontilley/2016/08/04/apple-is-
developing-wireless-earbuds-with-custom-low-power-
bluetooth-chip/#598556911b54
The other rumor de jur - since the last episode had to do with the ear buds. as in wireless apple ear buds coming our way.
According to quote a source with knowledge of the project unquote - which by now you know means - the reporter is just guessing and hoping to be right. The source claims apple is working on a special bluetooth ultra low power chip for the earbuds.
Said lower power chip comes from tech developed by Passif Semiconductor - as start up Apple purchased in 2013.
However - then the author goes into cover all the bases mode - saying the source said they did not know when it would launch and it is hitting technical issues. And if it does not work 100% it will be scrapped.
Well done sir - you created a perfectly easy list of reasons why your sources info did not pan out.
But if he does get lucky and hit any marks - then he can point to it as validation.
Reality is if the headphone jack is gone - as it seems to be - then apple must release a wireless ear bud set - so do expect to see something in that category in September unless you know they run into issues then all bets are off.
http://www.macrumors.com/2016/08/04/apple-wireless-earbuds-custom-bluetooth-chip/
28:54
http://www.computerworld.com/article/3103000/apple-ios/
apple-may-sell-6-million-apple-watch-2-units-in-weeks.html
Jonny Evans at Computer world had an article about how Apple may sell as many as 6 Million new Apple Watch 2nd gen units quote within the first few weeks of release unquote this based on results from a next worth survey.
According to that survey - half of current apple watch owners say they will upgrade to the next gen device.
and 22% of non-smartwatch owners plan to buy one this year.
And he also pointed out a recent Wristly survey that found an amazing 94% of Existing Apple watch customers are still satisfied with their devices.
One Analists figures put Apple Watch sales to day at around 13.6 million units.
Going back to NextWorth date - 50% means 6.8 Mil Apple Watch 2nd gen sales to just existing Apple Watch owners.
Potential Apple Watch buyers were asked what would make them use their devices more - and the respondents top 5 responses were.
57% said longer battery life
No duh.
37% said easier / faster to charge.
Huh? It really is very easy to charge. Guess this is per those that are not already an Apple watch owner.
36% said more stylish design.
Ok - I can see that.
31% said wi-fi enabled.
Again - this is for those not apple watch owners.
30% said useful fitness Apps
And same here - not currently apple watch owners. So really 3 out of the top 5 items - the Apple watch has covered.
Too many understate the Apple watch - but I personally really love mine and wear it all the time - I had someone this past weekend ask me if I really do wear it all the time - I took it off showed him the tan lines were it was and he was like - ohhhh - because it is really clear I do wear it all the time when I took it off.
31:00
http://www.applemust.com/youll-probably-get-hooked-on-
planet-of-the-apps-get-used-to-it/
Johnny Evans had another article on the Planet of the Apps TV show - with TV in quotes - as it may really be an Apple TV show. It looks like the show will have Gwyneth Paltrow and Gary Vaynerchuk and Will.i.am as featured members of the show - and then of course all the devs Apple is out currently combing through trying to find the most interesting and made for Reality TV types they can get.
At least one person listening to this show - has advanced in the selection process - hopefully a few more of you will as well.
31:53
VOICEMAIL - Karl_brooks_answr_family_share_kids
Hi Rob,
I have some added suggestions for a router to use in a hotel – The Apple AirPort Express may not be the best choice at it is relatively expensive, bulky, and lacking in features.
The one feature that is really necessary for converting a wired hotel Ethernet jack into a wireless network, is the ability to handle the hotel login/authorization page.
Unlike a home network, many hotels or other public networks will display a special login webpage. Until you login at that page, you can’t actually reach the Internet itself. At a minimum, the login requires confirming the terms and conditions of public use. In a hotel and hotspot locations, you may need to login with an account, your room number, or even pay for a “pass” with a credit card.
The Apple AirPort express is not able to handle these special login pages. I recommend using a “travel router” that among their many features, have explicit support for public hotspot/hotel login pages.
Two good choices are the TP-Link TL-WR702N ($15.28 at Amazon), or the HooToo TripMate Wireless N Portable Travel Router ($49.49 at Amazon).
Both of these have several modes of operation – bridge, router, access point, client mode, etc.
The TP-Link is incredibly small – it will fit easily in the palm of your hand and so can be stashed in your pocket if necessary.
The HooToo is nice because it also has a built-in battery that can be used to re-charge your iPhone. Since you might be carrying this kind of device all the time but only need to use it occasionally if the hotel/public hot spot does not have Wifi, the extra features are useful.
The HooToo can also work as a mini “network attached storage” – just plug in a USB stick or external USB drive and the files can be shared over the WiFi – great for streaming movies from a large flash drive for kids when on vacation, etc.
I’ve even used them on an airline to “share” the slow and expensive WiFi with my family while only paying for one pass. Works fine for email and basic web, but not much else.
Regards,
Robert Spivack
39:39
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/slowlabs/peek-
screen-redefine-privacy-and-protection-for-yo?ref=discovery\
This week for a Kickstarter project I found one called Peek Screen - two words. It had a goal of $11k and has raised over $14k - so it is funded - and if you want this one you have until Sept 4th at 6:59 AM CT to fund it.
So what is Peek Screen - it is a screen protector for both the screen itself and the content on it.
The most likely way someone is going to get sensitive info off your device is by looking at your screen while you are using it - this screen protector helps by narrowing the field of view in which people can see what is happening on the screen.
Quote Peek Screen - a highly transparent tempered glass protective cover that brings strength, durability, and privacy to your mobile device. unquote
Right now it is just for the iPhone 4, 5, 6 and SE series - or in other words not for the 6+ series.
Pricing is $22 and delivery is set for Jan 2017.
Their claim for specs are
1. Privacy
2. Anti-Scratch
3. Anti-smudge
4. real glass
5. 0.3 mm thin
6 87% clarity
So if you use your iOS device a lot in public - say on the subway or other public places that are crowded and you still want to watch porn - umm - I mean access sensitive data and not have others see what you have on your screen - you may want to search for Peek Screen - two words at kickstarter dot com
41:30
Hi Rob
thanks for all the great IOS info you provide in your podcast and the free app stuff!!
Can you please ask your listeners if they have found any durable, cheap (non-Apple) iPhone/iPad charging cords? The kids in my family break the cords frequently - I can't afford to keep buying the expensive Apple versions - which also break or stop working as well. I've been buying cheap cords from websites (mobstub for example) but they stop working within days. Any advice is appreciated.
Regards,
Laura in LA.
The MOS Spring Lightning Cable comes in 1-foot, 3-foot, 6-foot and 10-foot lengths, with prices starting at $19.95.
Hi Rob,
Something has been bothering me for a while in iOS 9 on iPhone 6. When I use the search from home screen sometimes it works fast, sometimes ok, and most of the time it's excruciatingly slow. I haven't been able to pinpoint the reason for it.
Any advice?
Keep making the best podcast!
Regards,
Alex from Walnut creek, CA.
44:17
http://www.idownloadblog.com/2016/08/04/
we-dont-wear-suits/
Funny - cute - or predictable story from iDownloadBlog titled -
“We’re Apple. We don’t wear suits. We don’t even own suits.”
Seems some people that are disgruntled network execs are going to the press to complain about Apples hard-nosed negotiation tactics - and unreasonable demands - which probably means Apple is asking for a good deal for consumers.
But the person complaining that for their meeting with Apple Eddy Cue quote arrived 10 minutes late wearing jeans, tennis shoes with no socks and a hawaiian shirt while all the other executives were wearing suits unquote.
Seems a few years ago - AT&T also complained about Apples wardrobe choices - where someone at AT&T suggested that Steve Jobs should wear a suit to meet with AT&T board of directors - he was told - quote we’re apple we don’t wear suits we don’t even own suits unquote.
Reminds me of the first time I went to a meeting with Qualcom in San diego. I was the one in the suit with others from the company I worked with - we go into the meeting - and the folks from qualcom are all in shorts, sandals and hawaiian shirts or t-shirts.
Needless to say we felt a little uncomfortable.
We dressed more casual for the next meeting. But not that casual.
46:04
Hi Rob,
As we get close to the next iPhone launch, there will be a lot of anal-yst speculation on how many people will, or will not, upgrade and how that affects Apple sales and revenue.
Since you do a good job of following this on the podcast, I wanted to add my opinion about something that is not marketed well by Apple or highlighted by most analysts –
A lot of the attention seems to be on whether the next iphone will have enough “wow” features to cause current iPhone owners to upgrade. But this overlooks the large majority of iphone owners that have skipped one more generations so the upgrade decision is actually much better.
For example, my wife and I still have iPhone 6 Plus – we skipped upgrading to the Iphone 6S series ( because we bought unlocked full price phones and want to maximize the value by slowing our upgrade cycles).
So upgrading to the next iPhone means we get all the “new” features of the IPhone 6S (better camera, 3d touch, faster touch id) along with whatever else is new in the next iPhone.
For me, having skipped a generation, I have already decided that we will upgrade NO MATTER WHAT, since we have waited two years and want the 6S features alone so everything else beyond that is just a nice bonus.
I have some non-tech friends that still have iPhone 5 and even a few iPhone 4S. For them, the jump ahead is even greater.
I think Apple, and maybe even you on the podcast, should talk about upgrades listing ALL the features you get when you change from one model to another.
For example, if you upgrade from an iPhone 4S to iPhone 7 (or whatever it is called), you get all these features you’ve missed (long list), PLUS these new features (not yet known).
If you upgrade from an iPhone 5 to iPhone 7 you get all these features (shorter list) Plus these new features (not yet known)
If you upgrade from an iPhone 6 to iPhone 7 you get all these features (still shorter list) plus these new features (not yet known)
You get the idea – when you look at the real-world upgrade choices, even an incremental improvement in the iPhone 6s to the iPhone 7 features is really a huge upgrade for many people that are on older iPhone versions and ready to upgrade.
I’ve been talking mainly hardware, but with iOS 10 I think the cut-off shifts to only supporting iPhone 5 so anyone with iPhone 4s also loses out on all the iOS 10 software changes too.
Regards,
Robert Spivack
I mentioned earlier that later in the episode I would talk about the Artwork - that is a photo I took at the EliteMan Conference this past weekend in Plymouth Mass. I ran into Tim Cook —— S doppelgänger at the conference and he was nice enough to take a photo for me. I used the Over App to add the Tii and ep 401 to his shirt.
50:47
Ep 401 - Ask Siri - What is infinity times infinity
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