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  • Sat, 20 December 2014
    Tii - iTem 0332 - 2014 was a good year for iOS

    Tii - iTem 0332 - 2014 was a good year for iOS

    Give us a call - 1-206-666-6364

    Send us an email - todayinios@gmail.com

     

    Links Mentioned in this Episode:

    Today's Sponsor - Harrys.com - PromoCode = tii

    Apple may have picked on the wrong people

    Dozens More Companies Sign Up for Apple Pay - NYTimes.com

    Did Apple Sneak Stealth Bluetooth Fixes Into iOS 8.1.2

    Google+ Community

    App updates submitted from June 2015 on must offer 64-bit support

    Minor iOS 8.1.3 Update in the Works

    Samsung making A9 chipset for new iPhone

    qronoCase - Kickstarter

    T-Mobile's Wideband LTE network goes live in New York City

    Simple Choice Data Stash Plans w/ Rollover Data 

    Apple 'deeply offended' by BBC investigation

    Crusta Case

     

    KC Startup 411

     

    Apps Mentioned in this Episode:

    Tii - Free App

    Garageband

    After Photo

    Camtinerary

    Office to Go

    Pango Zoo

    Picflow

    Everlapse

    My Receipe Book

    Paprika

    AnyList

    PhotoTangler

    Replay

    GoPix

    Fotor HDR

    Workflow

    SBprofiles - Cydia

    Lookout

     

     

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    Sat, 20 December 2014
    iOS Artwork - iTem 0332 and Episode Transcript
    iOS Artwork - iTem 0332 and Episode Transcript

    TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 332

     

    Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast -  First up I want to thank JEFF for sending in the music you hear in the background. JEFF wrote:

     

    Hi Rob, 

    I made this song Called Kaleidoscope with my iphone 4s using the GarageBand app. For free downloads and more music follow me @jeffj6 on twitter.  

    Regards, 

    Jeff J 

    SONG_Kaleidoscope.mp3 

     

     

     

    Thanks JEFF for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode.   I also want to thank ZACHARY for sending in the Artwork for today's show.  ZACHARY wrote

     

    Hi Rob 

    I took a picture of the Christmas tree in portland with my iPhone 5c  and I  edited it with the app after photo to add the Tii text.

    Regards, 

    Zachary S 

     

     

    Well ZACHARY Thanks again for sending in this artwork and folks you can see ZACHARY'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 332 - or if you subscribe via iTunes on your computer as the album artwork 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

     

     

    01:52

     

    In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote “Call it blasphemy, but Apple’s next-generation smartphone could be the first iPhone model to debut without the usual lines of buyers outside stores on launch day.”

    Patrick Seitz, Investors.com, 25 July 2013

     

     

    Well Patrick - I will not call your comments Blasphemy - What I will call them is something starting with B and having an S in it as well  - Just Sayin  

     

     

    02:22

     

    On Ep 330 I did offer up a chance to win a Crusta Case for the iPhone 6Plus. Thanks for all that entered and the winner was:

     

    David D from Springfield MO.  Which is just around the corner from Overland Park.  Congrats David and thanks to all that entered.  

     

    I hope to do more of those give aways in 2015.  

     

     

    For Promo codes - On Ep 331 we offered up chances to win promo codes for a couple of Apps - CAMTINERARY and OFFICE TO GO - we will be giving those out before Christmas - for more info on these apps go back and listen to the beginning of Ep 331.

     

     

    This week we have promo codes for the App - Pango Zoo - two words  - here is the review from the dev - PLAY PROMO CODE - PANGO ZOO

     

    Well thanks to Dev for their review of their App - PANGO ZOO and for sending in the promo codes to give away.  Folks if you would like a chance for a promo code for this App - send an email to todayinos at gmail dot com and put ZOO in the subject line.

     

    https://itunes.apple.com/app/id941635542

     

     

    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 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://americasmarkets.usatoday.com/2014/12/15/apple-

    may-have-picked-on-the-wrong-people/

     

    I had this next article sent in to me from Mark H - who set the bar really really low - per how bad this article was - and you know what - I was still amazed about how bad it was. This article is titled Apple may have picked on the wrong people - and is in USA today and is about Apple Pay.  

     

    I don't want to say that the author is a complete idiot - because there is a chance Mr Matt Krantz was actually paid off by someone - I mean to me that makes a lot more sense then a complete idiot writing for USA Today.  But either way the article is so wrong in so many ways - it has to be in my top 2 or 3 worst articles for 2014.  

     

    There is this gem from the Article quote 

     

    Banks and retailers in 2015 will likely work together to create a digital payments solution offering benefits to consumers and allowing banks and retailers to avoid having to pay onerous tolls to Apple

    unquote 

     

    Huh - What Onerous tolls - The Retailers and the consumers pay nothing more - it is a cut from the Credit card companies slice that Apple is getting.  Dude - do you homework. 

     

    The Article also said Quote

     

    Apple is looking at Apple Pay as a way to push more of its pricey hardware. But electronic payments must reward consumers to catch on.

    unQuote

     

    No for Mobile payments to catch on - they need to be quick - convenient and widely available - Which Apple pay is on the first two points - and getting there on the widely available point.  

     

    The article also never mentions anything about security.  Which with the Target Hack and Homedepot Hack - I think a lot of the country is well aware of the issue of security and many of them myself included were also affected by those issues - as in having to get new credit cards and then have to go and change those credit card numbers everywhere. A real PITA - again something this article completely ignored.  Actually the most recent NBC / WSJ poll found that a staggering 45% of Americans had received a letter from a retailer or card company saying their payment info had been leaked.  Yikes. Yeah - can see why that part was left out the article - Not.  

     

    Again I am not willing to write this off as Mr Krantz just being an idiot when it just seems more likely he took a nice payment to write this trash of an article - and well some extra cash was thrown the way of an editor at USA today as well - because to me that make more sense then there being Two idiots involved. Just Sayin -  Thanks Mark for the heads up on this quote article unquote.

     

    07:24

     

    http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2014/12/16/dozens-more-

    companies-sign-up-for-apple-pay/?_r=0

     

    A little more proof of how wrong that USA today article was - comes via a real paper call the NY Times.  There post was titled - Dozens more companies sign up for Apple pay -  And it reports how Apple is saying it has you guessed it signed up dozens more banks, retail stores and startups to adopt Apple Pay.  

     

    Here is one of the more important parts of the article - Apple now says it supports the credit cards that represent about 90% of credit card purchase volume in the US.  Seems they are doing a good job on the Credit card side. 

     

    Staples now accepts Apple Pay at 1,400 stores, Grocery chains Winn-Dixie and Albertsons also accept ApplePay.  And you can expect more and more chains to be announcing support through out 2015.  Yup - Apple may have picked on the wrong people indeed.  

     

    08:18 

     

    http://www.forbes.com/sites/markrogowsky/2014/12/15/did-

    apple-sneak-stealth-bluetooth-fixes-into-ios-8-1-2-it-sure-seems-so/

     

    There are some reports that iOS 8.1.2 also fixed some issues with bluetooth for iOS devices.  There was one article in Forbes where the writer was having issues before 8.1.2 - but then those problems went away with 8.1.2 update.  Note Apple said there were bug fixes along with fixes for Ringtones - the never broke out what those bug fixes were - but for that author and others - Bluetooth fixes seems to be one of the bug fixes in 8.1.2  

     

    To the email bag.  

     

    Hi Rob

    My wife is having a problem that her iPhone 6 doesn't stay on the wifi network. If you go to settings -> wifi it shows that it is connected, but in the top bar next to T-Mobile it says LTE, not the wifi icon. This has caused her to go over her 2.5GB 13 days into the monthly cycle and now she is throttled down. She is at 8.1.1 and I have reset her network settings. Any help would be appreciated. 

    Regards,

    Andy

     

    It just so happens the same thing happened to my wife for her iPad Mini Retina.  It also kept using cellular even though it was supposed to be connected via Wifi - it looks that by updating her iPad to iOS 8.1.2 - that fixed the issue for my Wife - To start I would say update to 8.1.2 and see if that fixes your issue.  Of course my wife was also having the issue with her iPad mini retina that when Bluetooth was turned on - wifi was not working right as well - and that seems to be fixed too.   

     

     

     

    Hi Rob, 

    I Was wondering if you or your listeners has experienced any

    issues with their music on their devices after updating to the latest versions of iOS? I currently have a 5S with iOS 8.1.2., and 

    have noticed in particular after updating that all my music compilations 

    that I personally compiled are askew. The songs are either not on 

    the compilations that I made and are just under the name of the original albums they were culled from, or the albums 

     are fragmented, or just not there. The weird thing is, 

    they play fine on iTunes but something gets lost 

    in the sync process. I tried editing the track under "get info" and even checked the black box that says "part of compilation", 

     but nothing works. This happened less frequently before 8 for some reason. Any 

    suggestions would be greatly appreciated. 

    Happy Holidays, 

    Rick-East Haven, CT

     

    Sorry Rick to hear of your issue - if anyone else has seen this issue let us know - and definitely let us know if you found a fix. 

     

    11:23

     

    And I want to thank Harrys for sponsoring this episode - if you go to harrys dot com - that is h a r r y s dot com and use the promo code t i i - you will save $5 on your first order.  

     

    Lets face it guys one of the worst parts about shaving is tracking down that person to unlock to the display case so you can get your razors - the other worst part is the price you pay for said razors when you get to the check out counter.  Harry's helps on both those fronts - no need to go to the store - you just order on line and get the razors delivered right to your door with free shipping.  The starter kit The Truman Set is amazing - for $15 you get a razor - Foaming Shave Gel and 3 razor blades - all in a great package that screams GIFT ME GIFT ME - are you listening ladies.  Well actually my wife was listening and it is what I did get for my Birthday.  They Might be a sponsor - but I am 100% a customer of theirs and it is the only blades I have used since July.  

     

    The blades are high quality - german blades - from a 93 year old factory that Harry's liked so much they purchased it outright.

     

    And the new Foaming Shave Gel is great.  The ingredients include Licorice Root extract, a blend of Cucumber and Aloe - after initially using it my wife was asking what smelled sooo good.  It really is nice to shave with something that is not made from industrial chemicals and gets my wife telling me I smell good.  

     

    If you look at my picture in the Banner for Harrys over on the Tii website you will see me wearing my Warby Parker glasses on my Harry's shaven head.  And it just so happens that Jeff the co-founder of Harry's also co-founded Warby Parker.  That means you know you are getting the same great quality experience as you get with Warby Parker - and they have a good social mission where 1% of sales and at least 1% of their time is donated to organizations to help prep people for personal and professional success.  With Harrys.com You get a shave that feels really good from a company you can feel good about.  

     

    Once again go to Harrys.com now and save $5 off when you enter the code - t i i with your first purchase.  That is h a r r y s dot com and enter the coupon code T I I at check out to save $5 on your first purchase and start shaving better today or at least as soon as your new shave kit arrives at your door step. 

     

    13:48

     

    VOICEMAIL - Fdbk_about_call_in_number

     

    Happy Holidays Rob! 

    On the last episode, someone called in asking about the a slideshow video for Instagram. He wanted to create a video of his top posts from the year. Well, I just received an email from Iconosquare (formerly Statigram) and they are offering that service again this year. He can probably find it on the Iconosquare website! Hope that helps.

    Regards,

    Rachel R

     

    Hi Rob,

    I did a search and found these apps:

     

    PicFlow and  Everlapse,  

     

    https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/picflow-photo-slideshow-video/id734014323?mt=8

     

    http://mashable.com/2013/07/31/everlapse-top-instagram-photos-slideshow/

     

    https://everlapse.com/about

     

    Regards,

    Martin L

     

    Hello Rob,

     

    I just noticed iPhoto is no longer available on the AppStore for iOS.

    Am I noticing this late or has that been the case for awhile?

    Regards,

    Mike

    San Jose. 

    Well Mike it has Been this way since iOS 8 launched - iPhoto features are rolled into the Photo App in iOS 8.  The iPhoto App is no more in iOS 8.

     

     

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Answer_Bad_audio_listen

     

    Hey, Rob,

    Is there a way to get Siri to find a contact? If I ask Siri to find someone she displays maps and directions. Or she wants to call them. But often, I simply want their address or phone number, sometimes to give to someone else.

    More often, I want that contact because I am going to dial them with my voip client on my computer, or my wired phone at work or home. I have a cheap t-mobile plan that only gives me 100 minutes, so though I like having all my contacts handy in my iPHONE, I usually make the actual call on a wired device.

     --Debby A

    Hi Debby - you can simple ask siri 

     

    quote Show contact info for Johnny Appleseed unquote

     

    That is all you need to do and the info will show on your lock screen. 

     

    Rob W 

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Tosin_O_answer_quest_O2

     

    17:08 

     

    https://plus.google.com/communities/105412562215997292912?cfem=1

     

     

    We are now over 1,800 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 came out and had lost of comments was from Bruce Paterson - whom asked  

     

    Quote I would like anybody thoughts on A good app for recipes.  I have home Scottish recipes written on cards passed down to me from my great grandmother.  I would like to enter them into an app.  I have searched around but can't find any good ones. Unquote  

     

    Some of the answers were recommendations for AnyList from Shannon Holden and Bob Berberick, then there was the App Paprika from Scott Adams, Bob Correa and Jim H,  and also the App My Recipe Book from Barry Smitherman, Paul Martignaccco and then from Bob Berberick who actually then pulled his recommendation from AnyList.   

     

    So looks like it was - My Recipe Book - 1st,  Paprika 2nd and AnyList 3rd - if you are looking for a recipe App.  If you have a favorite Recipe app - please let us know - 206-666-6364 - that's 206-moon-dog or send an email to today in iOS at gmail dot com. 

     

     

    And since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android 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 1800+ of you already in the community and contributing. 

     

    19:12

     

    http://appadvice.com/appnn/2014/12/app-updates-submitted-

    from-june-2015-on-must-offer-64-bit-support-be-built-with-the-ios-8-sdk

     

    Thanks to Michael for the heads up on this next one and that is there was a little email sent out from Apple this past week.

     

    quote 

    Dear Developer,

    As we announced in October, beginning February 1, 2015 new iOS apps submitted to the App Store must include 64-bit support and be built with the iOS 8 SDK. Beginning June 1, 2015 app updates will also need to follow the same requirements. To enable 64-bit in your project, we recommend using the default Xcode build setting of “Standard architectures” to build a single binary with both 32-bit and 64-bit code.

    If you have any questions, visit the Apple Developer Forums.

    Best regards,

    Apple Developer Technical Support

    unquote

     

    And well that about sums it up - if you have an iOS App in the App store - you need to get it updated to a 64 bit support version ASAP - because come June 1st if you need to make any type of update to it - it needs to include 64 bit support.  Don't wait to the last minute - get it done now.  If you don't you know something will come up on June 2nd and you will be SOL until you get it converted. You have been warned. 

     

    20:30

     

    http://www.macrumors.com/2014/12/16/ios-8-1-3-activity-ramping-up/

     

    It Looks like iOS 8.1.3 is being tested at Apple and is starting to show up on server logs on Dec 8th and picking up in volume in the past week.  That said it is doubtful - highly highly doubtful we will see 8.1.3 anytime before the first week of January.  What will 8.1.3 bring - that is unknown - but a likely quote feature unquote of 8.1.3 will likely be to break all Jailbreaks.  So if you are wanting to jailbreak - do it soon or at least hold off updating if 8.1.3 does come out before the next episode. 

     

     

    21:13

     

    http://www.slashgear.com/samsung-making-a9-chipset-

    for-new-iphone-in-austin-texas-12359295/

     

    Thanks to Chris in London for the heads up on this next one and it is nice to see that The rumor mill does not take any time off for the holidays - and the latest rumor is that Sammy has won back production of CPU for the next iPhone - this would be for the A9 Processor,  According to Economic Times of Korea - Sammy will be building the A9 in Austin TX using their 14 nm processes.  Sammy had lost the A8 production to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company affectionately known simply as TSMC and their 20 nm processing.  So the 14 nm process should lead to lower power consumption in theory.   Production of the A9 has already begun says the report - which if true might back up some other rumors / speculation - that a 12+ inch iPad Maxi would be coming out in the spring and sporting an A9 processor - likely an A9X processor that is.   

     

    I am sure we will see more rumors about the A9 in the months to come.   

     

     

    22:24

     

    VOICEMAIL - Hey_Siri_feedbk 

     

    Hi Rob,

    You are a mean man. Lol

    You love making your users phones go into Siri mode. 

    Last week you said it once, then this week you played the callers messages that told you about it and you proceeded to say "hey Siri" over and over. 

    Lol is all I can say. 

    As always, GREAT Podcast. Best on my phone and you have made it to my priority list so it bumps to the top of my playlist when released :)

    Regards,

    -Dan

     

     

     

    Hi Rob, 

    I was listening to your show when I heard the review of the Lifeproof case. I went through several on my iPhone 5, the type of work I do, if I keep my phone on me it tends to be a bit abused. I love Lifeproof, very nice case. Now that being said I ordered 2 for my iPhone 6 as soon as they were available. Both had the mute switch work unsatisfactorily!! Just as was described on your show. Given the delay, I would assume so they could get it right! And also the higher price of the case they offer. I expected much better. I contacted them immediately about the problem. They are sending replacements. I am hoping they are improved. If not I will contact them again until they get it right. These are not cheap cases, there is no reason for this design flaw! Call them on it, hopefully they will correct the problem. The mute switch is a valuable feature of the iPhone, if it can not easily be used correctly then the case is flawed! Please help them make a better product. Anyone who has one of these cases and has this issue please let them know!

     

    I just wanted to update you. I just received my free replacement Lifeproof iPhone 6 Fré cases. While it could still be improved a little more, the mute switch has improved a great deal. Where before I would have considered it unusable. On the replacements it is quite usable, a little stiff to activate the mute, but nothing compared to the earlier version. I highly encourage anyone with the switch problem to contact them to allow them to correct it as they have for me.

    Regards, 

    Kirk, KE6MTF (iPad)

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    Given that the new IPhones seem to come out in September,  by when in the cycle would you advise a person to wait for the next model, rather than getting the current one, unless their current phone fails? Thanks for your opinion. 

    Regards,

    Arnold, RALEIGH, NC 

     

    Typically I would say in the May June time frame and on - if you desire a new iPhone - then I would say wait until September - if you can.  If you NEED a new iPhone - then get it when you need it.  But if you just want or desire a new iPhone - but can live with the one you have now - and now is any time from May / June or later - I say wait until September for the new one.  But for example today - I definitely would not say to wait and get the new iPhone 6plus or 6 if you want or desire it.  

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Dave_NJ_phototangler_App_review 

     

    VOICEMAIL - Dave_NJ_part2 

     

     

    Hello Rob,

    Just wanted to share that I backed the Soen Trasnit XS bluetooth speaker and received it the other day. What a fantastic speaker.

    I also backed the Popscope and looks like that should be finding its way to me very shortly. I know you got one of the prototypes, so will be interested to see the final product when it arrives.

    I also backed the OneAdatr project you mentioned on your podcast. I need to stop listening to you or I’ll be broke yet. :) 

    Keep up the good work Rob, the TII podcast is still one of my absolute favorites.

    Merry Christmas / happy Holidays to you and your family.

    Scott

     

     

    28:26

     

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1059113039/qronocase-

    the-iphone-6-case-customized-for-your-li

     

     

    This time for a kickstarter project there is the qronoCase for the iPhone 6.  qronocase is spelled q r o n o c a s e  of course

     

    This one has a goal of $50k and has until Dec 31st at 8:28 AM CT to get there - which does not look to likely as they just raised 2k so far.  So just 4% of the way there and less than a dozen days left.

     

    What the Qronocase is - is actually a neat idea. It is a case where the back of it - you can slap on a battery pack - a 3000 ma battery.  When you don't have the battery pack in place you can put a strap in the back. 

     

    The battery pack is charges wirelessly.  So when attached or on its own you can just lay the battery pack on the charger.

     

    Why I think this is failing is a couple of reasons - one their Kickstarter page is one of the most confusing ones I have ever seen per figuring out what you are ordering.  There are a dozen options and you can't easily tell when you are getting a case and the battery pack or multiple packs or some other thing and straps - and oh boy.  They made it complicated.  

     

    Additionally - the battery pack does not simply snap in place - you have to pull open the back of the case fit in the battery and close it again - it looked awkward.  They would have been better off with a snap in place design something quick and easy.  

     

    Basic idea of removable - wirelessly charged battery packs sounds good - but they just missed the mark a bit - and their offerings are a bloody nightmare.  

     

    But if this is something you are interested in - look for qronocase - q r o n o c a s e at kickstarter dot com.

     

     

    30:39

     

    http://newsroom.t-mobile.com/news/t-mobile-fastest-

    lte-network-wideband-new-york.htm

     

    T-Mobile put out a press release about Wideband LTE in the Big Apple.  And that press release stated that Wideband LTE is now live throughout the greater NYC metro area.  With T-mobile customer in NYC reporting 100 MBPS download speeds.  I might be going into NYC when visiting my Partents for Christmas - and I will try to test my speed while there.  Should be interesting to see what I get for a speed test.

     

    Now this is not the first Metro area to get Wideband LTE - it is already in 27 major markets and 120 metros overall.  If you have T-mobile and want to know if Wideband LTE is near you - well you could do a speed test - or you could look for the link in the show notes titled - T-Mobile's Wideband LTE network goes live in New York City - at the bottom of the article it lists the 120 metro areas - and no I have no plans of reading them all - but I can say Sadly Overland Park / Kansas City is not on the list.  St. Joseph Mo - Yes - KC MO - No. 

     

    If you have wideband LTE for t-mobile in your area - please do a speed test and email me the result.  today in iOS at gmail dot com.

     

    Thanks

     

     

    32:03

     

    http://www.t-mobile.com/offer/data-stash-data-roll.html?AID=10417882&PID=5147764&SID=

    skim36339X950660Xfba10e191f2749a137542a24f763562d

     

    T-mobile USA also announced their Data Stash offering.  In a nut shell - if you have one of the limited LTE data plans from T-mobile   - then at the end of the month Starting in January - your unused data rolls over to the next month.  Starting with their 3GB plan.  So for example - my wife is on the 3GB plan.  If she used 1GB in January - then come February - she will have 5GB available.  And she will keep rolling over Data to a max roll over of 10GB - if I read it correct.  Mind you there is a 1 GB, 3GB, 5GB and unlimited data plan from t-Mobile - the 1GB plan does not qualify,  The unlimited plan obviously does not need roll over - so this is just for those with the 3GB and 5GB plans - which again for my Wife is nice - I have unlimited - but for her - I did not see her needing more than 3 GB per month - and I was right - most months she is around 1 GB.  So this is nice for her plan.  

     

     

    33:08

     

    VOICEMAIL - Levi_CA_Quest_set_up_exchange 

     

     

    I want to talk about a new Podcast I just launched - it is called - KC Startup 411 - and it is a podcast about the Kansas City Startup scene specifically and startups in general.  I am interviewing startups asking them for tips and advice - which is relevant regardless of where you live - and then after the interview I talk about KC specific startup news.  The first episode is an interview I did back in 2007 - with the Danny O'Neill the founder of The Roasterie - Actually the interview was March 2nd 2007.  And the reason for the delay in getting it up and this show launched - is well this other Podcast I started at that time called Today in iPhone.  I mention this not just because it is my new show - but because all new episodes I am recording and producing on my iPhone using the bossjock app plus other apps.  This is a vehicle to show you how easy it is to put together a podcast on an iPhone. Obviously that first interview was not done on an iPhone - but the 2nd one was and new ones will be as well. I will be recording the interviews live at 8:15 AM wednesday mornings before 1 Million cups starts at 9:00 AM.  Then finish the production and upload to my Libsyn account and have it all live on my feed prior to 10:00 AM when 1 Mil cups is over and people are headed home.  That is the power of the iPhone.  Kind of a funny circle - it was the iPhone that delayed that podcast and finally now the iPhone is powerful enough to make it possible.   

     

    Even if you don't think you are interested in a startup podcast - it would really help out the shows launch if you could subscribe to the show in iTunes or the podcasts app - search for KC space Startup in iTunes or the podcasts app and then subscribe.  It does not take many subscriptions to get into the top 100 of iTunes - and I will report how high up the show makes it and how many subscriptions it took on a future episode - thanks for your help. By the way if you are in the KC Area and have a startup or App or Kickstarter project - email me to set up a time to be interviewed.   

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    Just wanted to let you know that I bought a Square trade warrantee for my new iPad Mini. I went with last year’s model, but am very happy with the upgrade in both processor, LTE (jump up from Wifi only) and storage.

    Anyway, even though Square trade wasn’t sponsoring your show this time, I went to the URL /tii2 that I had remembered and got a discount anyway! So it still works. Maybe you should let people know for Christmas and Square trade will keep it running and not take down the promotion.

    Regards, 

    chelsea

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    I am based out of Bangalore India, on my phone Settings->Cellular, I have only enable LTE or disable.  But I wan to disable 3g/LTE,  I am not seeing any choice for the same.  I tried searching various forums and contacting apple care.  to my knowledge this was one of the patch on io8.  Various forums  say it is related to service provider,  some say iphone 6 does not offer the features.  

    my service provider says it phone setting nothing to do with service provider

    Apple Care seems to clear not offering the feature and telling use 3g which makes almost not usable.

    Problem faced across india is the 3g service not good lot of call drops.  

     after trying to various sources,  I want your expert suggestion on how to go about switching to 2g based on my choice.  I want to use 3g sometime only,  so I can't disable 3g permanently.

    Regards

    Balaji

     

     

     

     

    A quick heads up on apps mentioned in the past - GoPix and Fotor HDR are both free right now and until Christmas or for a limited time - I think it is until New Years - in any case - check for both right now if interested and if free - get them now.    

     

     

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    42:18 

     

    http://www.bbc.com/news/technology-30548468

     

    There was a really bad hit piece produced by Panaroma for the BBC News - Apple said they are deeply offended by the investigation - and with good cause - I watched it - and they basically are singling out Apple and just making crap up. They multiple times show people sleeping at their benches - YES - that is very very very common in China - and not just at the line but in the offices as well. I used to visit China a lot 10+ years ago - and part of their culture is around noon each day for an hour  pretty much everyone takes a nap. This is strange to westerners - but I was told it is very common and I saw it multiple times at Huawei, ZTE, UT Starcom, Hon Hai and other places in China I visited. And again it was pretty much everyone from Engineers, to Accounting to line workers - they all just take a nap. So what the BBC news report did in their reporting was not just hit piece journalism - it was flat out lying all for the sake of getting Publicity - If I was apple I would be more than deeply offended - I would be outright pissed off and demand an apology from the BBC News. This really was horrible journalism. with journalism in quotes - and clearly this was not incompetence - it was malice.

     

    As apple said in a letter to its employees about the program - there were facts and perspectives they provided to Panorama that were clearly missing from their program.  IE - Panorama choose what to report on or in many cases misreport on and what not to report on.   

     

     Sorry - just pissed when I see crap like this. Apple has done more to help workers in the 3rd world than any other company in the world - PERIOD. As Apple said - are things perfect - no - but they are a lot better now then they were a few years ago - and they keep getting better - thanks in a huge part because of Apple.  For example salaries in China for those working on Apple products have doubled in recent years as well and working conditions are better for those in the Apple ecosystem vs those not working on Apple Product.   

     

    ok - soap box I do step down from now.  

     

     

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    Rob,

     

    The App Daren Streblow Comedy Show - was just released and I'd highly recommend it to the TII community. I just wrote my very first app review since owning an iPhone since the 3rd Gen (listened to your show since well before episode 100). My review,"I've listened to this show since its inception but am grateful for this exceptional vehicle for easy consumption of its clean, hilarious comedy suitable for my entire family. The app's navigation is intuitive and has a clean look. Also, probably the biggest improvement over any other way I've listened in the past, the app's predecessor, is the nearly instant playback upon selecting an episode - so no delay in preparing the streamed or downloaded content. Finally, as someone who also spends a lot of time listening to podcasts in the car, I appreciate the lock screen controls that work flawlessly. Well done execution of this app, which is a perfect pair to the top notch content they produce each week."

    If I'm not mistaken, this may well be a Libsyn produced app. So, hope

    you have time in a future episode to plug this truly outstanding clean

    comedy podcast app. As always, thanks for a great show each and every

    week.

    Regards, 

    Keven J 

     

    https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/daren-streblow-

    comedy-show/id938845278?mt=8

     

    Thanks Keven for the review of the Daren Streblow Comedy Show App - and Yes - that is a libsyn App - and is the same base app as for the Tii App.  So if you liked it - you will also like the Free Tii App.   

     

     

     

     

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    Thanks again to Harry's for sponsoring this episode and please go to Harrys.com now and save $5 off when you enter the code - t i i with your first purchase.  That is h a r r y s dot com and enter the coupon code T I I at check out to save $5 and start shaving better today or well at least as soon as your new shave kit arrives right to your door step. 

     

     

     

    And Before we go today I want to remind you to send in your feedback to the show - 206-666-6364 - that 206-moon-dog - or record your feedback and email it to the show at today in iOS at gmail dot com - The  feedback can be a question or comment per something someone said on this episode or it can be a question or rant you have about something else.  An App or product review - good or bad - as long as it is iOS related - it is welcomed.  I am always looking for new Artwork to feature that you created on an iOS device - just put some Tii branding on it and send it in.  And of course we are always looking for more music created on an iOS device to play on the show.  This is your show and your feedback is greatly desired.  And don't forget to check out our Moderated Google Plus community by going to todayinios dot com slash community.  

     

    And finally there is the new and updated Tii App that is now Free to you.  Search for Tii in the iTunes App Store - it is the best way to consume the show and to get push notifications each time a new episode of Tii is released.  Please go right now and download the Tii App - yes you - right now - no not in few minutes - right now as you listen to the outro music.  

     

    This will be the last Tii for 2014 - next episode will be sometime the first full week of January.  For 2014 we put out 40 episodes with over 50 hours of content.  That was the highest amount of hours produced in a single year so far.  Not the most episodes in a single year - but it was the most hours in a single year. And It was a fun year with great products and features announced and not announced and I really look forward to talking with you in the new year as 2015 should be fun and interesting with the launch of the Apple Watch and hopefully a new Apple TV and more.  Please have a great holiday season and a happy and safe new Year.  

     

    And don't forget to go to iTunes and search for KC Startup THAT IS KC SPACE STARTUP AND PLEASE subscribe to the show - it would be a nice Christmas present to me if you could. 

     

    And that folks is going to do it for us for 2014. 

     

     

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    Fri, 12 December 2014
    Tii - iTem 0331 - iOS 8.1.2

    Tii - iTem 0331 - iOS 8.1.2

    Give us a call - 1-206-666-6364

    Send us an email - todayinios@gmail.com

     

    Links Mentioned in this Episode:

    Today's Sponsor - Lynda.com/tii

    Apple releases iOS 8.1.2 

    Apple Releases iOS 8.1.2, It Will Anger Users

    iOS 8.1.2. Jailbreak Exposes Empty Apple Update

    restore Ringtones

    Restore Ring tones instructions

    Four reasons I don’t restore a backup to new iPhones 

    Google+ community

    Apple's iPhone 6 Lead-Times Still Longer Than Previous Models

    Mysterious ‘glitch’ trade foretold Apple’s fall

    Doug Kass | TheStreet

    Apple TV Update for Youtube App and others

    Leading Android fansite recommends Apple Inc iPad Air 2 

    Legion Meter - Kickstarter

    Hush - Kickstarter

    Twist -  Kickstarter

    Apple and IBM release first wave of MobileFirst apps

    Apple - Press Info - Apple and IBM 

    iPad Air 2 & iPad mini 3 Models with Cellular Available in China

    How jailbreaking made my iOS experience much Better

    Top Apps of 2014

    Apple is now requiring cases to protect an iOS device from a 1-meter fall 

    United flight attendants all get an iPhone 6Plus

    Crusta Case

     

     

    Apps Mentioned in this Episode:

    Tii - Free App

    Garageband

    Canva

    Camtinerary

    Offic to Go

    Skylandres Lost Islands

    Dragons: Rise of Berk

    Drangon City

    Plants vs Zombies

    Cut the Rope

    Angry Birds

    Fish out of Water

    Terraria

    Foldify

    Autodesk Sketch Book

    Procreate

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    iOS Artwork - iTem 0331 and Episode Transcript
    iOS Artwork - iTem 0331 and Episode Transcript

    TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 331

     

    Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast -  First up I want to thank JEFF for sending in the music you hear in the background. JEFF wrote:

     

    Hi Rob,

    I made this song Called PARK with my iphone 4s using the GarageBand app. For free downloads and more music follow me @jeffj6 on twitter. 

    Regards,

    Jeff J

    SONG_On_Holiday.mp3

     

     

     

    Thanks JEFF for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode.   I also want to thank BRANDON for sending in the Artwork for today's show.  BRANDON wrote

     

    Hey Rob! I wanted to share some artwork for the podcast that I created with the Canva app. I created this artwork with my iPad Mini 1st generation I hope you enjoy it :)

    Canva - Graphic Design & Photo Editing by Canva

    Regards,

    Brandon H

    https://appsto.re/us/hfFF1.i

     

     

     

    Well BRANDON Thanks again for sending in this artwork and folks you can see BRANDON'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 331 - or if you subscribe via iTunes on your computer as the album artwork 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.  

     

     

    01:58

     

    In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote “““One thing Apple investors are waking up to, in other words, is that the iPhone’s amazing run is winding down. And that there may never be another iPhone.”

    Jay Yarow, Business Insider, 18 December 2012 

    24may2013

     

    Well never another iPhone as long as you don't count the iPhone 5S, iPhone 6 and 6Plus. 

      - Just Sayin 

     

     

    02:28 

     

    On Ep 330  no promo codes were offered - but I did offer up a chance to win a Crusta Case for the iPhone 6Plus.  If you want to enter in for a chance - just tweet a link to this episode or post a link on Facebook or write a review on iTunes and email letting me know you did said activity and link to your post or info to find your review. I will pick a winner on Ep 332. Thanks to all that already entered. 

     

     

    This week we have promo codes for the a couple of Apps - the First is the App -  called Camtinerary CAMTINERARY C A M T I N E R A R Y  - here is the review from the dev - PLAY PROMO CODE - CAMTINERARY

     

    Well thanks to Dev for their review of their App - CAMTINERARY and for sending in the promo codes to give away.  Folks if you would like a chance for a promo code for this App - send an email to todayinos at gmail dot com and put CAMTINERARY in the subject line.

     

    https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/camtinerary/id776962411?mt=8

     

     

    The Second item we have promo code for is the App - OFFICE TO GO -  Here is the review from the dev - PLAY PROMO CODE - OFFICE TO GO

    Thanks to the Dev for sending in THEIR review of THE APP OFFICE TO GO   and for sending in the promo codes to give away.  Folks if you would like a chance for a promo code for this APP - send an email to todayinos at gmail dot com and put OFFICE TO GO - three words in the subject line. 

     

    As Always - just send in one email for one specific APP.  If you send in multiple emails or ask for multiple  APPS in a single email - then well - No Soup for you. 

     

     

    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 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.  

     

     

    05:47

     

    http://www.imore.com/apple-releases-ios-812

     

    For those with iOS 8.1.1 and ringtone loss gate - well iOS 8.1.2 is here to save your day.  As you know on recent episodes we had multiple listeners talking about lost ringtones and potential ways to get them back - And now Apple has one sure fire way to fix the issue - and that is via an upgrade to 8.1.2 - which seems to be released mainly with the goal of fixing that specific bug.

     

     

    Also Per apple quote to restore missing tones on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch visit itunes.com/restore-tones  on that device unquote.

     

    The first step of which is to you guessed it update to iOS 8.1.2

     

    That alone does not get your ringtones back - but after you update to 8.1.2 on your iOS device you need to go to iTunes.com/restore-tones and then follow the instructions. 

     

     

    http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204076

     

    06:59

     

    http://www.forbes.com/sites/gordonkelly/2014/12/09/

    apple-releases-ios-8-1-2/

     

    Hi Rob, 

    Forbes magazine hates Apple and can't produce even the most basic of articles accurately or unbiased.  What a bunch of idiots. 

    Regards,

    Brad from West MI 

     

    And this is per the Post titled quote Apple released iOS 8.1.2, it will anger users unquote.  

     

    Which I just love the way the article starts off quote Without any warning apple has today released iOS 8.1.2 unquote.  WHEN has Apple ever given a WARNING that they were releasing a .x.x release - WHEN give me one example.  

     

    Yes Brad - this article is particularly bad almost so bad it is laughable.  Like this line quote Furthermore iOS 8.1.2 comes in at a paltry 28.2 MB unquote  So yes he is upset the .x.x update is so small - because you know we all love when .x.x updates are 100's of MB's - HUH????

     

    The Quote Author unquote of this article is Gordon Kelly - now we are not going to call him an idiot not out loud - but clearly he is someone that has double dot update issues.  Thanks Brad for bringing the Quote Article unquote to our attention.

     

     

    08:27

     

    http://www.forbes.com/sites/ewanspence/2014/12/10/ios-8-1-2-jailbreak/

     

    Now staying with both the 8.1.2 update and Forbes theme - there was another post from Forbes on this update.  See they hire many contract publishers - so that is why the tone and honestly the quality of the posts on Forbes can and does vary so widely.  

     

    This other post was titled - iOS 8.1.2 Jailbreak Exposes Empty apple Update.   And this post is from Ewan Spence.  

     

    This post is in my opinion of better quality then the one from Gordon Kelly.   Ewan is one of the better writers for Forbes along with Erika Morphy and Chuck Jones - But again quality does vary between writers.  In Ewan's article he points out that the 8.1.2 update does not break the latest jailbreak for TAIG.  Which is good news for Jailbreakers.

     

    Ewan does imply that Apple did this update to quote ensure that apple can continue to earn money on Ringtones unquote.  

     

    But I don't think that was the motivation - I think it was about customer that ALREADY paid for ringtones being able to get the product they paid for.  

     

    Both Ewan and Gordon seem surprised - that a double dot X update did not fix more issues - but they almost never do.  Yes Apple still has issues with iOS 8 - but the number of issues now are much less than 2 months ago - and yes there is iOS 8.2 coming and that is when we should see more major bug fixes along with support for Apple watch. In the mean time expect any another double dot x updates to be focused on a specific bug or security issue - but not something casting a wide net.  

     

    http://itunes.com/restore-tones

     

    http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204076

     

     

    10:17

     

    https://gigaom.com/2014/10/10/four-reasons-

    i-dont-restore-a-backup-to-new-iphones/

     

    There was an article posted in google plus from Gigaom from back in October that I wanted to mention - it is titled Four Reasons I don't restore a back up to new iPhones.  And I found it interesting as for the first time with my iPhone 6Plus I did not restore from an old back up.  And I will say I think that is one reason for me the iPhone 6Plus has been working really well.  

     

    The 4 reasons they gave are

     

    1. A new phone seems to run better with a clean install

     

    2. You get a yearly opportunity to week out unnecessary apps

     

    3. What about my gazillion photos

     

    4. But I have documents, music and other data too.

     

     

    Really the main reason I did the fresh install was number 2 - I have sooooo many apps from devs sending me promo codes - that I needed to clear out the insanity - and start fresh - and now what I have done is I only install apps as I need them.  And no I do not need games - so the number of games is very few. One benefit there is my iphone is not nearly as fun to use as my kids own iPhones which have mostly games on them. Not that that thought ever crossed my mind as being a reason to parse my app count. 

     

    But it is interesting a couple of months in to see all the apps I have not installed.  

     

    If you are having issues with your new iPhone - you might want to think about doing a factory fresh restore and starting from scratch and not from a backup.  It may just solve many of your issues - maybe.  And if it does not - you can always do another restore to your older back up.  

     

    xx:xx

     

     

    On Ep 330 near the beginning of the episode I went over some of the new features and settings in iOS 8 - This episode we will pick up where we left off on the that episode - if you have not listened to ep 330 yet - you will want to go to the beginning of that ep around the 9 Minute 7 second mark to hear those other features. 

     

     

    Per new features and settings - 

     

     

    In the settings for Messages - You now have the option - Store Messages - by default this is set forever - but you can also choose for 30 days or 1 year.  For those complaining about messages taking up multiple GB's - this is one way to get back a lot of that space.

     

     

    Under FaceTime options there is now the option for iPhone Cellular Calls for the iPad - this lets you use your iPhones cellular connections to make and receive FaceTime calls on your other iOS device.

     

     

    For Safari - as mentioned before there is now the addition of DuckDuckGo for a search engine to go along with Google, Yahoo and Bing.

     

     

    Aslo added to Safari is the Option Quick Website Search - When turned on it will use the smart search field to search within websites by typing the website name as part of your search.  

     

     

    Under Block cookies there are new options - before it was Always or never or From 3rd parties and advertisers.  Now it is 

    Always Block  or 

    Allow from Current Website Only  or 

    Allow from Websites I visit    or 

    Always Allow 

     

    In the music app - there is now the option Genius - which if you turn on will send information about your library to Apple.  It is off by default - and you want it off for battery savings.

     

     

    In the Photos & Camera App - there is a new option - iCloud Photo library -  quote automatically upload and store your entire library in iCloud to access photo and video from all of your devices unquote - and this one is turned off by default.

     

     

    In the Podcasts App settings - there is now the option - Background App Refresh.  This is on by default - turning off will save some power.

     

     

    Most of those features went unchanged between iOS 8 beta 2 and the current version - with the exception of Block Cookies - those options changed. 

     

     

    14:51

     

     

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    17:08

     

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    hi Rob,

    To help Dave from New Jersey: I had the exact same problem with an iPhone 4 a few years ago and had to take the same actions. however, after a few days with my new phone, the same thing happened again. despairing that I would have to return to the genius bar again—this was in the days before iCloud, and I use VoiceOver to interact with my phone, so a nonfunctioning speaker meant a nonfunctioning iPhone for me—a friend found a solution. When you seem to have the speaker stop working, plug the headphones back in. as you are pulling out the headphones, press and hold the volume up button. this seemed to get the audio unstuck for me. Incidentally, I haven’t had to do this fix in a while, but the issue was really annoying and frustrating when I had it.

    Regards

    Chelsea

     

    Hi Rob,

    I heard a caller talk about problems with the headphone jack on a phone. I thought I would mention that I had issues with my iPhone 5 and had it replaced by Apple at least a couple of times. I finally figured out that it was the headphones I was using, they must have done something to short out the electronics in the phone. Once I stopped using that pair I never had a problem again.

    Regards,

    Myron Uecker

     

     

     

    Hi Rob, just a note about pandora and Canadian market Apple Store. Pandora doesn't exist in the Canadian Apple Store. Pandora is only available in the US Apple Store. 

    Regards,

    Faisal K

     

     

     

     

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    20:42

     

    https://plus.google.com/communities/105412562215997292912?cfem=1

     

     

    We are now well over 1,700 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 came out and had lost of comments was from Ken Donofrio - whom asked Quote I have an music transfer question.  I've decided to bullet point it so it's easy to understand.  In a nutshell, we need to transfer music from an iPhone 4s that's PC/iTunes connection is no longer available to a new phone, so:

    - We had an iPhone 4s that was linked to a PC with iTunes. The music was mainly ripped from CDs.

    - The PC's hard drive crashed and is unrecoverable

    - The music is now sitting on an iPhone 4s that is no longer activated

    - The new phone is a 5, we will probably by a 5s or 6 that we want to put the music on, so:

    - We want to somehow connect the 4s with all the music to a new laptop with itunes and  the same Apple ID then,

    - Hook the new phone to that iTunes to download the music

     

    What's the easiest way to accomplish this? Can this be accomplished? Unquote

     

    Tow which Haywood Morgan and Tim Galloway gave a bunch of help - thanks gentlemen - the solution that worked fro Ken was a link to Syncios.com  Per a post titled How to Transfer Music from iPhone 4S to computer. 

     

    http://www.syncios.com/how-to-transfer-music-from-

    iphone-4s-to-computer.html

     

    Which you can find said link if you look through the Google+ community for the post on Dec 5th from Ken.  

     

    There was also a post from Jim Siegle asking quote My iPad air 2 is locked in landscape mode, how do I unlock

    Unquote

     

    For iPad's with iOS 8 the Rotate Lock control is in the bottom control center - swipe up from the bottom of the screen - and you will see the icon for the rotate lock.  It just sounds like you have had that toggled on - just tap on it to toggle it off and your iPad should rotate one again.  Note for other iPads that has the lock switch on the side - you may not see the rotate lock option - this is because you currently have the button set to rotate lock rather than mute.  To get the option to show up in the control center go to settings - General - Use side switch to - and set it to Mute.  Then you will see your lock rotate option in control center - or your could just leave it set to lock rotation and use the slide switch - which you know is actually much easier to control than in the control center.  just sayin. 

     

    OK - And since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android 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 1700+ of you already in the community and contributing. 

     

     

    24:07

     

    http://www.forbes.com/sites/chuckjones/2014/12/06/

    apples-iphone-6-lead-times-still-longer-than-previous-models/

     

    I mentioned Chuck Jones and Forbes earlier - and Chuck had a post last week titled Apples iPhone 6 lead times still longer than previous models.  and it well covered exactly what the title suggested it would and that is Apples current lead times for iPhones 6 and also 6Plus and how they compared to the iPhones or days gone by.  And in a nut shell - There is a longer lead time for iPhone 6 and 6 plus then we saw for past iPhones at the same point in their release schedule.  

     

    While it could mean that manufacturing of the new iPhones is more difficult or yields are worse or both - I don't think that is the case - I think it is more about excessive demand.  Building a bigger iPhone is easier than building a smaller iPhone.  

     

    Of course in about 6 weeks or so Apple will have its next quarterly report - and at that time we will find out if Apple sold 50Mil, or 60 Mil or 70 Mil iPhones this past quarter.  Anything under 50 Mil will be a tragedy.  Anything between 50 and 60 will be a major disappointment any thing between 60 and 70 mil is most likely and if it is over 70 Mil - look out $150 for Apple stock.

     

    Again we will know more in about 6 weeks - in the mean time expect to see lots and lots of blog posts with speculation per the number of iPhones sold this quarter. 

     

     

    25:32

     

    http://www.cnbc.com/id/102253291

     

    Speaking of Apples stock price - It did something strange last week - it dropped a bunch in a very short time.  At first many reported it as investors being spooked by something or many looking to get profits or it hitting some limit prices.  But the real reason for the big drop last week - is an ooooppps. 

     

    Seems one of the trading houses has someone with what they call fat fingers.  On December 1st A big hedge fund with major gains on lots of Apple stocks in 2014 sent in a big sell order to the trading desk - the order was supposed to have been a limit order and only executed if the stock dropped to a specified point in a specified time frame.  What happened it was entered as a market order at that lower price.  Dooohhh.   So not sure what that means.  If the stock is at 119 - and you purchased it at 55 - you might say if the stock gets down to $110 in the next few weeks sell it. You double your money - and take a nice profit.  But if the stock keeps going up you hold on and make even more on paper.  

     

    But in this case it went out as Sell the stock now at $110 - even though the stock is really trading at $119.  Since this was a lot of stock - it pushed down the price really quick.  

     

    Now it seems investors are still spooked and the stock is caught in a trading range between that lower limit price and about $115.  

     

    So even thought analysts keep upping their price target - it seems for now Apple stock is stuck - and all because someone at a trading desk did an oooooppps.  Expect to hear more about who it was that messed up some time in 2015 when proper papers are filed with the SEC.  Safe to say someone is not getting their Christmas bonus this year. 

     

     

    27:38

     

    http://www.thestreet.mobi/story/12976740/1/corporate-

    earnings-to-contract-short-apple-best-of-kass.html?

     

    Speaking of Apple stock - Doug Kass who correctly called Apple at its peak in 2012 - and shorted it right before it went on a 40% reduction - is saying for the first time in 2 years he is predicting a drop in Apple stock price - mostly because of how much it has gone up and because next years upgrade cycle is likely going to be smaller than this years.  He is saying he will be increasing his short position early in 2015.  Likely meaning prior to the next quarterly report.  See even if Apple does get close to 70 mil iPhones sales last quarter - all it can take to spook wall street is less than stelar forecasting from Apple going forward.  And if there is news of an Apple Watch delay or even rumors from people in the know combined with overly conservative future iPhone sales numbers - it could be a quick and sharp and very large reduction in Apple stock price.  Expect to hear more about Mr Kass in the next few weeks. He tends to get up on podiums to shout out his predictions after making sizable bets per his predictions. Not that that is considered an conflict of interest or anything. 

     

     

    28:49

     

    http://recode.net/2014/12/09/youtubes-apple-tv-

    gets-a-new-look-more-videos-and-ads/

     

    Well Apple TV's Youtube app has a long awaited update.  Besides it getting a new look - it also now allows for ads - which means you get all the content.  So if you were just jonesing for some gangue style or what does the Fox say - good news - you should be able to get them via the Youtube app on your Apple TV.

     

    There were also some new Apps Added.

     

    The Scene App from Conde Nast - 

    Fusion which will offer quote a unique mix of smart, irreverent original reporting, lifestyle and comedic content" Hey is that not what Fox news is already doing

     

    Dailymotion now has an app.  

     

    UFC.TV will offer a $10 a month Fight Pass subscription service via its Apple TV App.  

     

    Seems Apple TV is getting everything added except will that App store we are so waiting for.

     

    I did read a couple of articles that implied or flat out said the Update to Youtubes app most likely means there is no major update coming - since Google would not have put in the resources for the update to the app if a bigger update were coming.   Because Yes Apple soooo keeps Google in the loop these days on their future plans.  

     

     

    Per the Youtube App update it seems to only have been for Apple TV 3rd gen owners - us 2nd gen owners did not get said update.  Which is good - because still no commercials for us.  Per the other four new apps on Apple TV - Fusion, Dailymotion, UFC.tv and The Scene - that are on both 2nd and 3rd gen Apple TV's - and they will have a little blue banner in the upper right of their icon that says - yup you guessed it - New.

     

     

    31:06

     

    http://appleinsider.com/articles/14/12/08/leading-

    android-fansite-recommends-apple-inc-ipad-air-2-

    as-best-tablet-in-holiday-gift-guide

     

     

    Thanks to Roger T and others for the heads up on this next one. 

     

    There is a site out there called Android Police and they just put out a 2014 holiday gift guide - for Android devices.  One category they covered is the best Tablet to buy.  They mentioned a few the Nexus 9 built by HTC but they said quote none of us recommended the Nexus 9, because it's not exactly great. In fact, I'd argue no Android tablet is. unquote

     

    So if no Android tablet is great then what did they recommend - Well the iPad Air 2.  Yup - you heard that right - Android police said the best tablet you can buy is the iPad Air 2.  

     

    The best Android tablet they said is the Galaxy Tab S - which they said the follow about - quote I'm not too hot on the Exynos processor / 16GB of storage / Samsung's update track record that you get with the Tab S 8.4. The 10.5 is also just too big, and I'm not sure I want an 8.4" tablet, either, it's a hair too small. The Nexus 9 is the right size, but pretty much the wrong everything else. unquote 

     

    Yikes - and that from and Android site. 

     

    So next time one of your Android fan bois friends / relatives or co-workers says anything About tablets - just remind them of what one of the top Android sites had to say about Android tablets.  Which was basically 10 foot poll - touch them we will not.  Like Most iPad Air 2 do we.  

     

    32:50

     

    VOICEMAIL - Staples_theif_find_my_iphone

     

     

    Hi Rob - Just a quick note to mention a new iOS 8 Privacy setup. In Location Services they've changed it from On/Off to Always/Never or for certain apps Always/Never and the best option While Using… which I found because Google Maps (and Apple Maps) apparently was defaulted to that. Just thought others might find that useful.

    Regards,

    -Dan

     

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    Thought I would throw out a few additional kids apps since I heard that mentioned on today's episode.

     

    Terraria is a multiplayer world building app like Minecraft but a different style. My kids also like resource management games like Skylanders Lost Islands, Dragons: Rise of Berk and Dragon City. I spend way too much with those three myself. Plants vs Zombies, Cut the Rope, Angry Birds, Fish out of Water are also popular.

     

    For apps, a couple of good ones are the Foldify series and drawing apps like Adobe Sketch Book and Procreate. Minecraft Papercraft is similar to Foldify but you create Minecraft figures like the cardboard cutouts you can buy in the store. Foldify and Minecraft Papercraft create printable output so use with caution or you might spend a lot of money on ink for your printer.

    Regards,

    Myron Uecker 

     

     

    Hey Rob, did you see the tip in Gizmodo about using triple click of the home button to dim the screen? I cant seem to find the article to forward it to you but it uses a filter within the zoom setting in accessibility. 

     

    I did it and it works great. 3 clicks to go from bright to dim. But I noticed that it doesn't actually change the dimmer slider setting to dim the screen, it adds a dimming filter over whatever brightness your screen is set at. 

     

    I noticed while turning my phone from horizontal to vertical (or vice versa) in the dimmed mode that there is a sliver of bright screen exposed while the filter overlay is trying to keep up with the rotation. 

     

    So my question is, does dimming the phone using this process have the same battery saving benefits of using the slider to dim it? My son asked me this and I quickly answered yes because the overall brightness is less, therefore less drain. But the more I think about it the more I doubt my reasoning. So what do you think?

    Regards,

    John P

     

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Ron_NM_t-mobile_fdbk

     

     

    Rob,

    Did you ever receive your SOS Charger? I heard you mention it a few episodes ago and really think its crappy of them not to fulfill their obligation to their backers before stocking shelves. My buddy Scott got his back in October, while I have yet to receive mine. The kicker is that we ordered on the same day. This is one of the reasons that I am so selective about backing Kickstarter campaigns. 

    Hope you eventually get yours.

    Regards,

    Keith

     

    NOPE - NADA - ZILCH - NO SOS CHARGER for me.  Seems they wound up on shelves of retail space rather than in my hands and other funders hands.  Safe to say if this company does another Kickstarter - I WILL NOT be recommending them.  BOO SOS charger team.  

     

     

    42:29

     

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/plxdevices/

    legion-meter-charge-your-smartphone-92-faster

     

    So I tried checking to see if I could charge me iOS devices faster with the Legion meter - and at this time the results are inconclusive - maybe I don't have it set up correctly.

     

    What I can say is the device is great with my Pebble - because I can never tell if my Mag connector is actually connecting - many time I thought my Pebble was charging but it was not - the connector on the pebble is sketchy at best for making a contact so the device will charge.  But with the legion meter - I can check to see specifically when the current draw goes from Zero to just a little more than Zero.  It does not draw much power - but it does draw more than enough to show up on the Legion meter - and that takes the uncertainty out of charging my Pebble - based on that feature only I like my Legion meter but can not recommend it as it is acting wonky for me.  

     

    Per it charging faster - well I need to do more controlled testing. 

     

     

    44:02

     

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hush/hush-the-worlds-first-smart-earplug

     

    Another kickstarter project that is still on going is the Hush - which bills itself as the world's first smart earplugs.  This one had a goal of $100,000 - had being past tense - as they have raised over 4.6 times their goal amount - which means yes they are close to 1/2 a million in funding with Dec 23 at 1:59 AM CT being the end date for funding - yes someone is going to have a green christmas.  

     

    Hush is quote wireless noise masking earplugs that block out the world while still letting you hear the things that matter most unquote.

     

    Pricing for A set is $115 OR $199 for two sets.  With June 2015 as a predicted delivery date. 

     

    In a nut shell Hush is a wireless version of Bose noise canceling headphones with out the ability repeat with OUT the ability to stream music or voice.  It does allow playing of sounds or alarms - but not music or voice.  

     

    These are ear plugs for blocking out and canceling sounds when you are flying or sleeping with someone who snores or anytime you just need really good earplugs. 

     

    To learn more about this - visit kickstarter dot com and search for hush

     

    45:25

     

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/567444058/

    twist-a-ultra-portable-universal-adapter-for-your

     

    Hi Rob, How are you? This is Rene Henriksen from the OneAdaptr team. We developed Twist, a universal MacBook adapter that is intuitive use and comes with a 20W 4.0Amp 4 USB ports. We travel a lot and we just couldn't find a good product to meet our power needs for MacBook and mobile devices while on the road. Thats what led us to create Twist. We have finished the design and have built several prototypes to selected field test testing. We were wondering if you will be interested in testing them out and gives us valuable feedback. We have created a version for non-MacBook user as well. Thank you for your time and we look forward to hear from you. Rene P.S. We just updated the project with a travel cable concept that can extend MacBook Adapter range and for PC laptop use.

     

     

    Thanks Rene for the email 

     

     

    And I said to them I would test it out - and they are sending me one to test.  Expect a blog post review of it in the Tii and on Google Plus and the Tii Blog next week when I get it.  This one just has 7 days to go.   Pledging is open until December 19th at 12:39 PM CT

     

     

    So what is the twist - well according to their site

     

    Quote Twist is an ultra-portable universal adapter designed to work with the MacBook adapter. It offers much more functions than the Apple World Travel Adapter Kit and makes charging your mobile devices much easier. Some of its functions include, 4 USB ports for charging, universal outlet and the intuitive twist-to-change adapter type design. unquote

     

     

    They are over $23k towards a goal of $30k - and this is really a cool project - and as they said - you don't have to have a mac book to use this - but they have some for Mac book power supplies where it plugs into the power supply - you know where the cord plugs to the power converter part.  What is really cool about this - is it then gives you 4 different USB ports to charge your mobile devices. Traveling with the family they can all plug in.  Or you can be that special person at the airport giving access to multiple people to charge up.  This is definitely something any international frequent flier would need.  

     

    Where I see myself using this is on my desk in my office - This way I can connect multiple USB cords to it and then charge up my devices with out having to constantly plug into my laptop USB port or run the extension cord up on my desk for my usb devices.  And with 4 ports I can keep one lightning, one 30 pin and one micro USB and my Pebble cords all plugged in all the time.   Less clutter and all the ports I need at my desk.  I am really excited to test this out and will send a picture when I get it.  

     

    Hurry and get your pledge in now - the Twist Plus world charging station - that is the one with 4 charging ports is $30 Canadian dollars - that is about $26 US dollars.  Very reasonably priced and again they have working units.  

     

    Search for Twist at Kickstarter dot com or in the show notes for Ep 331 at today in iOS dot com

     

     

    49:17

     

    http://www.apple.com/business/mobile-enterprise-apps/

     

    And the Apple slash IBM agreement is barring its first fruit - no phun intended.  Ok - well maybe intended a little bit.

     

    Apple and IBM has launched the first round of MobileFirst iOS Apps.  These are apps available to Enterprise Customers in Banking, Retail, Insurance, Telecom, Governments, Financial services and other major industries.  

     

    I really don't want to get into the specific apps - since they are meant well not for individuals - but rather big business.  However is you are part of Big business - Apple did put up a section of their site going over these new apps at apple.com slash business slash mobile dash enterprise dash apps or you know you can look for the link in the show notes for ep 331. 

     

    Phil Schiller had this to say in Apples Press release quote “This is a big step for iPhone and iPad in the enterprise, and we can’t wait to see the exciting new ways organizations will put iOS devices to work, The business world has gone mobile, and Apple and IBM are bringing together the world’s best technology with the smartest data and analytics to help businesses redefine how work gets done. unquote

     

    Will all of this lead to more iPad sales - Hard to say - but given recent survey's and speculation about plummeting iPad sales do to iPhone 6plus Phablet sales - Apple is I am sure hoping this does lead to more iPad sales - well as long as those were not going to be originally Mac sales.  

     

    http://www.apple.com/pr/library/2014/12/10Apple-

    and-IBM-Deliver-First-Wave-of-IBM-MobileFirst-for-iOS-Apps.html

     

    51:12

     

    http://www.apple.com/pr/library/2014/12/11iPad-

    Air-2-iPad-mini-3-Models-with-Cellular-Networking-

    Available-in-China-Starting-This-Week.html

     

    And it was a busy week for Apples PR team - as they also released another Press release titled quote iPad Air 2 & iPad Mini 3 Models with Cellular Networking Available in China Starting this week unquote 

     

    I will give you one guess what this Press release is about.  Ok - Darn you are good.  Yup the title says it all - really I mean All - as there was not much else in the Press release out side of this nugget: 

    TD-LTE, FDD-LTE as well as TD-SCDMA, DC-HSDPA and HSPA+ are all available in a single model.   

     

    So combine this with the IBM Press Release and it seems Apple is trying to prop up iPad sales. 

     

    While the Press release said the iPad Air 2 is available in 110 countries - it did not say what % of that 110 it is available in with Cellular connections. 

     

     

    52:11  

     

    VOICEMAIL - STEVE_NC_Hey_Siri_fdbk

     

    Hi, Rob. 

    Once again you triggered my iPhone' Siri when on episode 330 you said, "Hey, Siri." 

    Some other tech podcasters (e.g., Tom Merritt) have learned to say something else between "Hey" and "Siri." For example, you might say, "Hey, and you know how this works, Siri..." Almost any wording would work.

    Regards,

    Lawrence McFarland

     

     

    Hi Rob, 

    Quick question. I've noticed my 64gb iPhone has a 56gb capacity but a 16gb iPhone has a 12gb capacity. Why do the bigger storage phones give you less memory? 

    Also I was wondering what would fills up your phone most and what are your main apps?

    For people who want storage flickr gives you 1tb of free storage and also having an auto backup feature. 

    Regards,

    Tom

     

     

    Hi Rob

    I noticed that you can increase or decrease the maximum volume of your songs on your device through your computer. This saves battery life on the device by not having to use the EQ.

     

    Start iTunes, plug in your device in and click on it in iTunes. 

    On the sidebar you will see "on My Device" click on "Music" and you will see all the music on your device. Click on a song, then go to Edit (upper left in iTunes) and click on "select all". 

    After all the songs on your device are highlighted, right click on the songs and a pop up comes up, click on "get info".

    It Will ask: "are you sure you want to edit info. For multiple items" click Edit Items.

     

    Now click on "options".

    You will see a "volume adjust" bar, by increasing or decreasing (each line is 20%)

    it and clicking "ok" it will adjust the overall volume of the songs on the device!!

    The benefits are louder songs without the battery drain of using the EQ, it also seems to " level" the songs out little better!!!

    This can also be done for the songs on the computer!.

    Regards,

    Ken

     

     

    Hey rob

    On Ep 330 you mentioned about the iPhone 6 front camera shifting and not being aligned properly.  I just got a iPhone 6 and when I got home I thought I had gotten a refurbished unit as the front camera wasn't aligned. After listening to your podcast I feel much better knowing that it wasn't just me and that apple might replace my unit under the warranty. I did some searching in Google as well and found that there were many more people who had the same issues and took their devices to apple. Pretty much all of them got their units replaced , I'm planning on visiting a store my self as soon as my exams are over. 

    Regards,

    Ish

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - GIL_BOSTON_REQUEST_MODES_MULTI_setting

     

    1:0025

     

    http://www.applevis.com/forum/jailbreaking/how-jailbreaking-

    made-my-ios-experience-much-better

     

    Hi Rob, 

    This blog post almost convinced me to jailbreak. Also, there is a tweak for changing the snooze time on alarms. I think someone from a show Wayback wanted to know that.

    Regards,

    Chelsea 

     

    Thanks Chelsea for the heads up on this post titled - How jailbreaking made my iOS experience much better.   And it is a post that goes over Activator Tweak and how he used it plus some other cool Jailbreak tweaks and apps. 

     

    I will not go over all of the tweaks and apps he mentions - but if you are looking for some new ones - check out the link in the show notes for Ep 331.  

     

    If you are jailbroken - let me know what your current favorite App or tweak is - and what iOS device you are using for said App or tweak. 

     

     

    1:01:13

     

    http://mashable.com/2014/12/08/apple-best-

    apps-of-2014/?utm_cid=mash-com-g+-pete-link

     

     

    Apple is out with the best of the year list.  For 2014 the Best App was Elevate   with runner up being Hyperlapse from Instagram.

     

    Best Game was Threes with Runner up Leo's Fortune

     

    They also listed 25 other Apps and 25 other games to make the best of List.  

     

    Uber, Camera+, 1Password, and Swiftkey were among the top 25 apps.  

     

    If you go into the iTunes store you will see the link top and center in the feature panel.  What I am curious to know - is of the Top App and Top game list - which of these Apps and games do you use on a regular basis and why. 

     

    206-666-6364 - that is 206-moon dog  - give us a call and let us know or send an email to today in iOS at gmail dot com.

     

     

    1:02:12

     

    http://appadvice.com/appnn/2014/12/apple-is-now-

    requiring-cases-to-protect-an-ios-device-from-up-

    to-a-1-meter-fall-onto-a-hard-surface

     

    Thanks to Michael for the heads up on this one.

     

    Apple has this MFI program - which is like a blessing from the pope or a taxi medalion in NY City - well before Uber that is.  MFI stands for Made for iPhone - and if you get the blessing for Tim and company - you fork over a % of your sales - but you also get access to Apple stores and the Apple store online.  

     

    To get this blessing requires jumping through many hoops - that are on fire and spinning.  There are environmental requirements, worker requirements - and more.  And now there is even one more more.

     

    According to 9 to 5 mac quote

     

    Apple is also now requiring that cases protect an iPhone, iPad, or iPod’s cover glass when lying flat on a surface like a table. Cases must now provide a buffer of at least 1mm between the cover glass and a flat surface. Case makers have two choices to achieve this: either they cover the glass entirely or have part of the case protrude from the cover glass slightly to keep it from touching a flat surface. Many cases already offer one of these two features.

     

    unquote

     

    Additionally - Cases will have to protect an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch from a 1 Meter fall onto a hard surface in any orientation - including screen first.

     

    Seems someone at Apple is tired of looking at shattered iPhone screens when they are out and about. 

     

     

    1:03:51

     

    http://www.abc15.com/news/national/united-

    flight-attendants-all-get-an-iphone-6

     

    From the It really sucks to be working At Delta file - comes the story about how now United Flight Attendants are all getting an iPhone 6.  I say it sucks to be at Delta because they were forced to get Surface Tablets and windows Phones late last year for their Pilots and Flight Attedants.  Even thought the pilots pushed for iPads.

     

    And now this news that All United Airlines Flight Attendants are getting iPhone 6+'s to boot - a little salt in the wound of Delta employees.  Just Sayin.

     

    Part of the reason for the iPhones is so the Pilots can send pictures of their Cockpits to the Flight attendants via iMessage and then the flight attendants can send pictures back of their Galley - see the pilots at United already have iPads in the Cockpit.  

     

    Ok - it has nothing to do with Sexting between Pilots and Flight attendants - and I am sure it never will.  Wink wink nudge nudge

     

    Nope this is more about the iPhones replacing a 5 pound printed safety manual.

     

    Also at some point the flight attendants will be able to use the iPhones to accept electronic payment when selling food.  

     

    That will be $4.99 for the bag of peanuts mr walch.  Oh I can't wait.

     

     

    1:05:16

     

    VOICEMAIL - Justin_PA_Chrome_Cast_fdbk

     

    Hi Rob,

    I just tried a little experiment. I used the Netflix app on my iPhone to launch a film to play via Chromecast on a TV. Then, I turned the iPhone off and left it off for half an hour. The film continued to play even though the iPhone was off. So, it seems that the Chromecast is in fact a streaming device though it requires a smart piece of hardware to launch a video. Apparently, the iPhone is not sending the video stream to the TV.

    Not sure if this test reveals anything we didn't already know but interesting, nonetheless.

    Regards,

    Matt S.

    Winston Salem NC

     

     

    Rob I'm using ios8 with my iPhone 4s

    Ive noticed it gets very choppy and laggy quite often - and I think it's because it is always updating my mailbox or perhaps notifications . Basically when it's accessing the Internet ..

    Any suggestions on how to make it stop this behavior ?

    Regards

    Natasha

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    Sometimes my iphone6 plus (8.1.1) will not play a video. It will play the sound but no video. So I skip to the next video and it plays. When I go back to the video that did not play (less than 5 minutes later) the video plays. 

    Is anyone else having this trouble?

    Regards,

    Robin J

     

     

    Hi Rob from Dronfield, England. 

    Still loving the podcasts. Since iOS 8.1.1 was released, myself and a neighbour have both noticed our iPhone 5S's have now at best 1 signal bar but more often no service at all on the O2 cellular network. 

    Text messages can take hours or even days to come through and callers can't reach me. Once in a call, however, it doesn't drop. 

    We both have other phones on the same network and none of these have any problems. 

    We've both done factory resets on our iPhones and tried new SIM cards to no avail. 

    We've also contacted O2 who say there are no issues (backed up by the fact our other phones are fine). 

    Ideas?

    Regards,

    Alfred C

     

     

    1:10:18

     

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    Tii - iTem 0330 - TaiG Jailbreak for iOS 8.1.1

    Tii - iTem 0330 - TaiG Jailbreak for iOS 8.1.1

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    Today's Sponsor - Lynda.com/tii

    Cyber Monday Caps Record Five-Day “Cyber Week”

    Apple digged Samsung, Google Android grave on Black Friday 

    The iPhone 6 selfie-camera problem

    Google+ Community

    Google Chromecast Leapfrogs Apple TV

    iPhone 6 And 6 Plus Are Shifting Reading Away From iPad

    Foxconn Rumored to Produce Sapphire

    Sketchy Rumor Claims Apple Planning New 4-Inch iPhone for 2015

    Swap your iPhone for a Passport and BlackBerry will give

    BlackBerry offering iPhone owners up to $550 

    ArmorGrip - Kickstarter

    iPhone encryption stops FBI, but not this 7-year-old 

    iPhone 6 Plus captures 41% of phablet sales in US

    Here’s What Saurik Has To Say About TaiG iOS 8.1.1 Jailbreak

    TaiG's jailbreak for iOS 8.1.1 is available now for Windows users

     

     

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    iOS Artwork - iTem 0330 and Episode Transcript
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    TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 330

     

    Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast -  First up I want to thank JEFF for sending in the music you hear in the background. JEFF wrote:

     

    Hi Rob,

    I made this song Called UnFurled with my iphone 4s using the GarageBand app. For free downloads and more music follow me @jeffj6 on twitter. 

    Regards,

    Jeff J

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    Thanks JEFF for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode.   I also want to thank REL for sending in the Artwork for today's show.  REL wrote

     

    Hi Rob,

    For this Artwork I used my iPhone 6 for taking the photo then edited it with Snapseed, Squaready, PS Express, Frame Magic and the Phonto apps.

    Also, if you'd like to see some of my photography... I'm "Sundisk" on Instagram.

    Happy Holidays.

    Rel R 

     

    Well REL Thanks again for sending in this artwork and folks you can see REL'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 330 - or if you subscribe via iTunes on your computer as the album artwork 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.  

     

    02:12

     

    In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote ““Once America’s untouchable brand, the Apple brand has faltered, People now question Apple’s sustainability. Some now recognize Apple is vulnerable, and think its best times are behind it. And it’s all because Samsung ignored the industry lock-in to constantly focusing on product, and instead changed the game on Apple. But, at least for now, Samsung has demonstrated how a competitor can change the game on a market leader. Even a leader as successful and powerful as Apple. And Samsung’s leaders deserve a lot of credit for seeing the opportunity – and seizing it! unquote

    Adam Hartung, Forbes, 4 April 2013

     

    But wait a second if Samsung has seized on the opportunity - why has it missed all its targets this year and why is it Apple that is now making about 80% of all the cellphone profits.  Yeah - Apple really has Faltered  - Just Sayin 

     

    03:16

     

     

    I want to say congrats to Dario P - who won the Crusta Case.  As I don't have any promo codes this week - but I do have a 3rd Crusta Case to give away - I will do the same thing as last time - if you mention ep 330 on Twitter or Facebook or write a review on iTunes - and let me know - I will enter you in a chase to win the Crusta Case - Sorry just in the US for winners as I have to ship this out on my dime.  Just email me after you tweet / Facebook or write a review and I will pick a winner prior to Ep 332.  And the Crusta Case is still the one I am using - it really does give the protection I like and need with a 8 and 6 year old always wanting to get on my iPhone.  

     

     

    For those of you with Apps or iBooks - shame on you for not sending in promo codes.  Bad marketer - bad marketer.  Because as I say on every episode -----

     

    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 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.  

     

    05:02

     

    http://www-03.ibm.com/press/us/en/pressrelease/45516.wss

     

     

    IBM did their Yearly online sales analysis for Thanksgiving weekend and Cyber monday - and what did they find out.  Quote

     

    • iOS vs. Android:  iOS once again led the way in mobile shopping this holiday season, outpacing Android across three key metrics on Cyber Monday: 

    o   Average Order Value:  iOS users averaged $114.79 per order compared to $96.84 for Android users, a difference 18.5 percent.

    o   Online Traffic:  iOS traffic accounted for 28.7 percent of total online traffic, more than double that of Android, which drove 12.2 percent of all online traffic.

    o   Online Sales:  iOS sales accounted for 17.4 percent of total online sales, more than four times that of Android, which drove 4.4 percent of all online sales. 

     

    unquote

     

    So even though quote unquote Android is wining in market share - When it comes to actually making purchases - iOS kills Android.  Some say Android Market share is 4 times that of iOS.  If that is true - than outpacing Android 4X for total sales - means it really is 16 X per iOS vs each Android device.  

     

    Just like how with Podcast consumption it is 6 to 1 ratio - but on a per device comparison - the Average iOS device downloads 25 times more podcast than the average Android device.

     

    People just use their iOS device to do more - via consuming free podcasts or spending cold hard cash - iOS is definitely the king.  And that is great news for us iOS users - because - IBM is not releasing this info to a vacuum - Retailers take notice of these numbers - and if you know iOS is getting your 4 times more revenue over all - and 16 times more revenue per user.  Well then guess what when you make changes to your site and roll out new apps - it is a pretty simple decision on who to support first and it ain't Android.  

     

    Also one other interesting bit of info - For the first year - Mobile devices drove more than 50% online Traffic on Thanksgiving and over the whole Holiday weekend.  

     

     

    http://www.inferse.com/20235/apple-digged-samsung-

    google-android-grave-on-black-friday/

     

     

    07:32

     

    http://www.dailydot.com/technology/iphone-6-

    crescent-moon-problem-september/

     

    Another Month - Another Something Gate for Apple.  This time it is Crescent Gate - all though some are calling it Selfie Gate - Personally - I think Selfie gate goes back to iCloud naked pictures hack gate.  So lets just go with Crescent Gate.   Now this is not about spreading butter on pastrys - I think a Croissant is technically a pastry -  I am sure I will get emails if it is not.  But we are talking Crescent not Croissant and Crescent gate is about the iPhone 6 - again a very small % of units - where the front facing camera is out of alignment - which is a fancy way of saying it moved internally and now part of the lens is being blocked.  And you get a crescent to your image.  

     

    So far no one listening to this show has reported this issue with their iPhone 6 - again this looks to be a very very small number and a much smaller % of iPhone 6 users being affected.  But hey if your selfies have a crescent on them - let me know.  Of course if you do have this issue - just take it to the local apple store and they will no doubt replace said unit.  Apple is good like that. 

     

    Email me today in iOS at gmail dot com with a picture if you have this issue before you return said unit.  Keep the selfies civil 

     

     

    09:07 

     

    Now that iOS 8 is finally at a point where I can recommend it fully for anyone to upgrade to - and now that over 60% of iOS users are on iOS 8 - I thought it would be good to go back to the summer and talk about some of the new features in iOS 8 that were discovered from the Beta and made it to gold master.

     

     

    First off In Settings General - Siri

     

    There is now a new feature - Allow Hey Siri - where if turned on and the iOS device is connected to power - You can activate Siri by saying "Hey Siri"  unless you live in Philly, NYC or LI - where you say Yo Siri - ok - I made that last one up. Getting some good millage out of that joke.  Well at least millage.  

     

    In Spot light search they added an option for Spotlight suggestions 

     

    In Accessibilities - Speech - there is a new feature called Speak screen - When enabled - if you swipe down with two fingers from the top of the screen you will hear the content of the screen.  And you can control how fast or slow it speaks them and even have them highlighted as it speaks them.  That is a pretty cool feature.

     

    Staying with Accessibility - There is a new Grayscale Options - that for your icons or other colors converts everything to grayscale.  This is also added as one of the options for triple tapping the home button - along with Voiceover, Invert colors, zoom, Switch control and assistive touch.

     

    There is now an option called Video Descriptions - Which when activated and when available with videos automatically plays video descriptions.  

     

    Another new feature comes under Usage - which is a cool one.  It tells you the % of battery used by different apps in the last 24 hours and last 7 days.  For example 27% of battery usage went to home & lock screen, 23% to Phone, 22% to Pebble - huh?, 10% to Mail and 5% to Settings -  It does not show usage when charging - just battery usage when well using the battery. 

     

    Under Mail - contacts - calendars - 

     

    Under Calendars  one for potential battery hoggishness - is  Called Time Zone Override - by default it is set off.  Quote The Time Zone override always shows event dates and times in the selected time zone.  When off, events will display according to the time zone of your current location unquote.  Anytime I hear current location - I think battery drain.  So turn that one on - again it was Time Zone Override.

     

    Another new item under calendars is Alternate Calendars - You can now also select from Chinese, Hebrew and Islamic calendars.

     

    And finally under calendars there are toggles for Week Numbers and also Show invitee declines.  The latter is on by default the former is not.

     

    Those were some of the major and noticeable changes in the Settings app from Notifications down to Mail, Contacts, Calendars.  

     

    Will go over other updates from other episodes in future episodes. 

     

     

    12:56

     

    Thanks again to lynda for sponsoring this episode - if you go to lynda dot com slash tii - that is l y n d a dot com slash tii - you will get a free 10 day trial to their service.  Sign up on a Friday evening - you get that whole weekend and the following weekend as well.  You can go through a lot of Video tutorials in 10 days.  And Lynda offers over 3,100 high quality video courses taught by industry experts.  Yes 3,100 is over 50% more than I had been saying - Lynda is constantly growing their inventory of great content for you.  

     

    And Lynda is an all you can eat for $25 a month subscription service with the best and highest quality Video tutorials to teach you how to do everything you need to know to get ahead in your business or take better photos or learn how to get started in a new business or venture - like say learning how to program an iOS App  or just beefing up your current knowledge in one area of Programming .  

     

    One thing I look forward to each week is the email from Lynda listing some of the new tutorials available - this week the one that jumped out at me is  iPhone and iPad Photography with iOS 8, which is a 2 hour 5 minute video going over shooting and editing photos, adjusting exposure, the enhanced editing controls in iOS 8 and more.  

     

     

     

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    14:56

     

    Hi Rob,

    Just a quick note, I upgraded to iOS 8.1.1 after listening to your podcast and I have encountered a problem. After the update I have lost the ringtone and alert tone I purchased a few weeks ago. If I go to ITunes it prompts me to purchases them again and from what I've read online I'm not the only one with this problem. I really hope Apple fixed this issue, just wanted to give you a heads up. 

    Regards,

    Derek

     

    VOICEMAIL - GARY_FDBK_ISSUES_811_Ringtones

     

    TIP - Siri Playing Podcast - Play Common Sense with dan Carlin Latest episode.  

     

    Or Play Today in iOS Podcast Latest Episode.  But don't say newest episode - even though that is what Siri says - if you say it - it does not seem to work - say Latest episode.  

     

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    I have my iPhone 5s running iOS 8.1.1 paired with my Bluetooth receiver in my car. When I press and hold the home button to engage Siri, she wants to talk to me over my Bluetooth receiver. Problem is, the microphone does not capture my instructions clearly enough, so words would get dropped or misunderstood.

    Now when I engage Siri, the first thing I do is tap the source button on the bottom right, select iPhone, then talk to her. I’d like to eliminate this step. Do you know if there’s a way to set the default for Siri’s audio source to the iPhone?

    Regards,

    Stu in Louisville

     

    Hi Stu - I was initially thinking there was an accessibility control for this - but there is just one for Call audio routing - but not for Siri control - at least that I can see.  If anyone knows a way to force siri to use the mic on your iPhone - rather than the bluetooth receiver in your car - please let us know - 206-666-6364 - that is 206-moon-dog or send an email to today in iOS at gmail dot com

     

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    19:15

     

    https://plus.google.com/communities/105412562215997292912?cfem=1

     

     

    We are now well over 1,700 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 came out is from Me - and it was About ChromeCast and there are a bunch of replies. See I needed to buy one to do some app testing for Work - and there was a sale at Target on Thanksgiving night - And even at under $30 - I feel it is a waste of money.  I set it up tested it for a couple of days and now it is in the box on my desk.  Where I will only use it for testing.  Here is the deal - there are a lot of posts coming out that compare different Video streaming boxes - Apple TV vs Roku vs Chromecast - except Chromecast is nothing like Apple TV or Roku.  ChromeCast is essentially just Airplay - that is it - When people say it is is a streaming device - that would be like calling an HDMI cable for your iPhone a streaming device.  It is not a streaming device.  Now if you buy it because you need a wireless HDMI cable - then fine - It will meet those needs as long as the apps you have support it.  But do NOT think of it as a streaming device.  Roku - Yes - Apple TV - Yes - Amazon Fire TV - Yes - all are streaming devices - ChromeCast - nope - it is just a $35 wireless HDMI cable at best. So if you were tempted to buy one - just remember that and understand what you are getting.  You still need a device with a compatible app - to get content to your TV - where as with Apple TV / Roku / Amazon Fire - you get a remote and stand alone box - that you can use to play content - with no 3rd party device needed. Sorry - now that I have one - I just wanted to let listeners know - how basically useless the device is on its own.  And I really wish people would stop comparing it to Real Streaming devices.  Soap Box I do now step down.  

     

    In another post on Google+ a member was asking should they get the iPad Air2 or the iPad Air original.  First let me say this - I only recommend the top of the line devices - iPhone 6 or 6Plus and iPad Air 2.  But more so with iPad's as you will have them 4 years plus - so when buying one - get the most up to date.  I no longer can recommend the iPad Mini - it is a full generation behind the iPad Air 2.  

     

    No to get into specifics - there are lots and lots of reasons to recommend the iPad Air 2 over the original iPad Air - but only one for recommending the iPad Air - and that is $100.  Which is why at Target on Thanksgiving evening - there were a lot of people getting iPad Air 2's and the $140 gift card.  But right now my recommendation for iPad's is JUST the iPad Air 2 - and nothing less than 64 GB for storage - definitely not the 16 GB version.  Mind you that recommendation is based on listeners of this show being users.  If you are purchased an original iPad Mini for $170 on black friday for little Timmy to play mine craft on - Little Timmy will be more than happy.  But you as a listener of this show - picking between an iPad Air and iPad Air 2 - a couple of years from now would REALLY REALLY regret not getting the iPad Air 2.  

     

     

    OK - And since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android 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 1700+ of you already in the community and contributing. 

     

    23:40

     

    http://www.macrumors.com/2014/12/02/apple-tv-chromecast-roku-2014/

     

    One more thought on Streaming boxes - there was a recent market research paper that was released by Parks Associates about the Market share of Streaming media devices - and yes they included ChromeCast - which again they should not have - so I will ignore that part of the results and look at the numbers for Real streaming devices. 

     

    What they found was back in 2012 - the top streaming boxes were Roku number one, Apple TV number two Sony in 3rd 

    Jump to the first 3/4th of 2014 - and Roku is number 1, Apple number 2 -and Amazon Fire TV number 3 and catching up quickly to Apple TV.  

     

    This is good news in that it really should be putting pressure on apple to update Apple TV - or so I wish - over and over -  Come on Apple just update the device already.

     

    At this point I just can't recommend the current Apple TV - I have a strong Hold on Apple TV.  Hopefully that will change to a strong buy early in 2015.  

     

    Now one thing the Park Market survey did not cover and I really would love to see - is what % of Netflix Streaming is done with Apple TV vs Roku vs Amazon Fire TV vs other devices.  That is the real % I am interested in - sadly - Looking around I can not find those numbers - Yet.  

     

     

    25:08

     

    http://techcrunch.com/2014/11/26/iphone-6-and-6-plus-

    are-shifting-reading-away-from-ipad-study-finds/?ncid=rss&cps=gravity

     

    And the latest winner of the Captain Obvious award goes to Tech Crunch for their Article titled - iPhone 6 and 6 plus are shifting reading away from iPad study finds -  Really - Think.  Hmmm so let me get this right - people got a bigger iPhone - and that is causing them to spend more time reading on the bigger iPhone and less time reading on the iPad which is now not nearly that much bigger.  Shocker - and they needed a survey to tell them that why?  Oh yeah - for Link bait. 

     

    Again that is why Yr over Yr - the decline in iPad sales this quarter will be the biggest % wise to date - Or so we shall most likely see when Apple releases numbers at the end of January.  

     

     

    25:56

     

    http://www.macrumors.com/2014/11/26/foxconn-sapphire-iphone-displays/

     

    I think we are going to have to Say Sapphire Rumors are now like the Walking dead - they just keep coming back from the dead.  

     

    The latest Sapphire rumor has Foxconn setting up a mega plant to grow and cut Sapphire in China.   

     

    Quote The China Economic Weekly reported Tuesday that Foxconn has signed an agreement with the Zhengzhou city government in Henan Province, central China, to set up a display factory on a 133-hectare plot of land next to an iPhone 6 assembly plant. 

    The new factory is expected to manufacture sapphire displays for the next generation of the Apple devices, the report said.  unquote

     

    I major issues with this rumor - Zhengzhou is not in a desert environment - the reason Mesa AZ was chosen to grow Sapphire was due to the low humidity year round - this is something known in the crystal world.  There are plenty of other crystal companies growing quartz in AZ as well.  Actually there are 3 key criteria for picking a spot to grow crystals - 1. is Low humidity - Desert conditions, 2. Is access to Cheap Hydro electric power and 3. low geologic activity - i.e. no earth quakes.  Hence why AZ was chosen for the Apple / GTAT plant.

     

    And why Zhengzhou does not make sense - not a desert and has had major earthquakes.  So I would say this rumor is busted - at least with regards to the city being reported.

     

     

    29:18

     

    http://www.macrumors.com/2014/12/04/apple-4-inch-iphone-2015/

     

    From MacRumors - comes a rumor they claim to be sketchy out of Asia.

     

    But is a rumor - I predicted back in September.

     

    It is that for 2015 - Apple will roll out 3 new iPhones.

     

    The 4.7 and 5.5" updates to the iPhone 6 and 6+ respectively.

     

    But they will also introduce a 4" version with the same A9 processor.

     

    Which completely makes sense - My wife for one does not want the larger iPhones and likes the size of the 5S.

     

    So likely what we would see is the 5S move down to the Free phone, The 6 and 6+ both going away completely.  And the new 4" phone at $99,  the 6S at $199 and the 6S+ at $299

     

    And there is your new lineup for 2015 - or not - as I am sure I will have forgotten about this segment come September 2015.

     

    What Mac Rumors calls a Sketchy rumor - to me just sounds like common sense - spread as a rumor.

     

    30:30

     

    http://www.myfoxdetroit.com/story/27482934/swap-

    your-iphone-for-a-passport-and-blackberry-will-give-you-up-to-550

     

    Hi Rob,

    Even if they gave me $3,000 I wouldn't switch.

    Regards,

    Robin P

     

    Hi Robin - I hear you there and what he is talking about is Blackberry will give you up to $550 to switch from your iPhone to the Blackberry passport.  If you are thinking this reeks of desperation - well Duhhhh - of course it does.  

     

    I will not go over the details other than to say - it is up to $550 - it depends on which iPhone you have an the shape it is in.

     

    I really can't see many if any one trading in their iPhone for a Balckberry.  But I guess how absurd this offer is is what generated a lot of press for it and in kind about the Blackberry Passport.  Which before this offer was announced - I don't think anyone even knew was out there.

     

    So maybe that was their marketing genius at work - Guys lets make an offer so completely worthless and Zero chance of working - and the blogosphere will trip over themselves to make fun of it.   And Guilty as Charged am I  - brilliant Marketing Masterminds at Blackberry - Brilliant.

     

    http://www.tuaw.com/2014/11/25/blackberry-offering-

    iphone-owners-up-to-550-to-switch-platforms/

     

     

    31:47

     

    VOICEMAIL - - SAL_NY_TIP_Feature_speak_text_screen

     

     

    Hi Rob

    Just sharing something that I wasn't aware of until now, that I thought might be useful to share. My Photo Stream uploads and downloads are disabled once your battery reaches 20%. Downloading and uploading will resume once you charge your device and it is above 20%.

    Regards

    Steve

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    I would like to know is what your children use on the iPad both for enjoyment and learning. I have several grandchildren range and then 2 to 8, and I do not know anyone who uses iOS with their children thank you very much if you could help

    Regards,

    Ted from St. Louis

     

    Hi Ted.  First and foremost - Minecraft - both boys love creating in it - and actually get too passionate about it - when one destroys something in the others world.  Mignon Rush is an app they keep going back to over and over.  For Education - Stack the States and Stack the Countries are two apps they really like and I highly recommend.   Back to Games - They also are both into Clash of Clans - and most recently they just purchased with their own money an app called Goat Simulator - it is $4.99 - and is from Coffee Stain studios - Link in show notes.  This is where you get to be a goat and cause all kinds of havoc - and you can also be an penguin - and other animals.  The developers say it is a stupid game and not to waste your money - and I tried for multiple days to get them from spending their money on it.  But each day they were pretty determined to get it after seeing one of their friends play it.  So now they have it and they are playing it quite a bit.   

     

    Hi Rob,

    Since I updated my iPad 4 to 8.1.1 my multi finger gestures have been playing up a lot. They often don't work at all and I've tried toggling these on and off and all my standard attempts fix a bug short of a restore.

    Has anyone else seen these issues or how to fix them?

    Any help is appreciated

    Regards,

    Dan G

     

     

    35:15

     

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/portenzo/armorgrip-

    the-one-handed-case-for-iphone-6-plus?ref=nav_search

     

    For a kickstarter project we have one you have to make a quick decision on - you have until December 8th at 11:26 AM CT to fund this one.

     

    It had a very modest goal of $1,250 - and has raise over $3,400 to date.

     

    It is the ArmorGrip - one word Case - which is a one handed cased for the iPhone 6+.  So you have that big ol bad boy - but you find it tough to hold with one hand - well their case has an elastic strap on the back you slip a few fingers through and it makes it really easy to hold with one hand where you are not almost dropping it all the time. 

     

    Actually it looks pretty good.

     

    Pricing on this is $49 for one or $79 for two or just $99 for 3.   Delivery is estimated in Jan 2015.

     

    Search for ArmorGrip at kickstarter dot com or in the show notes for Ep 330 at today in iOS dot com. 

     

    36:16

     

    http://money.cnn.com/2014/12/01/technology/security/apple-

    iphone-encryption-fingerprint/index.html

     

    File this next one under - it is a slow news day or is it a slow new cycle.  This next one is pretty up surd really - as it is on Cnn.com 

     

    And it is about how a hacker was able to get around touch ID security.  Which if I stopped there you would say well that does not sound up surd for CNN to cover.  But see in this case the quote hacker unquote is a 7 year old kid - and how he got around touch ID security - is he took his dad's iPhone when he was sleeping and pressed his thumb against the touch ID sensor to unlock the phone so he could play Minecraft.

     

    And THIS IS NEWS on CNN why?  Really - the thought that you could take someones finger while they are sleeping and use it to unlock a phone never occurred to anyone at CNN before?.  Again must be a really really slow news cycle - especially when they include this quote in the article - quote This is a really serious problem unquote  When talking about the police forcing you to unlock your iPhone.  Here is a little hint - if you are a bad guy - maybe you don't want to use touch ID - just use a passcode.  That way the courts can't force you to unlock it.  

     

    But seriously - CNN - It is not April 1st - save these type articles until then - Just Sayin.

     

    37:34

     

    http://www.kantarworldpanel.com/global/News/iPhone-

    6-Plus-captures-41-of-US-phablet-sales-

     

    So we know that the iPhone 6+ went on sale the end of September.  And we know it has been really hard to find and get one.  Many listeners still are waiting for theirs.

     

    Well Kantar Worldwide Pannel put out one of their link bait market reports - and yes guilty as charged I am linking to it or well to an article about it.

     

    This report covered the 3 months ending in October.  So of the 13+ weeks covered - only about 5 of them was the iPhone 6+ on sale for and it still managed to garner 41% of all Phablet sales in the US - with a Phablet being defined as 5.5" and larger smartphones.

     

    So if it was unconstrained for sales and available for the full 3 months - it would have been much greater than 41% - which was still pretty good.

     

    Will be interesting to see when someone released numbers for this full quarter what % it managed to bring in.

     

    38:38

     

    VOICEMAIL - ROB_WA_FEEDBK_findmy_iPhone_3rdParty_speaker

     

    Rob - once you locate that 3rd party speaker - just turn it off - and then the iPhone should ping at the iPhone.  

     

     

    Hey Rob, 

    Just wondering if you have heard anything at all regarding iTunes Radio coming to Canada?? I've heard some people having it on their Apple TV but not iPhone or iPod. I feel frustrated like many Canadians that get excluded from many things that seem to only be offered in the US. just wondering if I should just stop hoping and waiting or could you recommend an equally great app. 

    Regards,

    Mitchell C

     

    Hi Mitchell - Honestly - if you had said without looking is iTunes radio available in Canada or not - I would have said yes it is.  I thought it was - I mean it was a little over a year ago we were talking about rumors of it launching in early 2014 - and Apple hiring people for iTunes radio Canada.  And there were cases where in early 2014 - iTunes Radio started working for some users and then went away in Canada.  So really I would have thought it was out - except for the fact - I can't find anything saying it is out in Canada yet or worse yet - anything saying when it will be out in Canada.  Seems the Beats deal has slowed down the roll out of iTunes Radio.  At this point i don't think it is possible to give even a rough estimate on when it will be available in Canada other then to say some time in the future - maybe. 

     

     

     

     

     

    Hi Rob, my name is Luis from California, long time listener, thanks a lot for the show. It'll be many questions, please share with audience so they can help me with some decisions.

    1. How can I make gmail to delete a message that has being deleted on my iPad or Iphone, I did change to "Trash" instead of archive, but still, If I delete an email either from Iphone or Ipad, when I get to my pc, stills there. Please if anyone knows how to do it?
    2. I'm a first time Ipad owner, got the Ipad air 2/128gb cellular, question: We have grandfathered the unlimited data from AT&T, but it gets throttled down when we reach 2 or 3 gb, wich it makes no longer sense to keep the plan, we're actually paying $180'ish for our family plan with 2 lines adn 1400 minutes, unlimited data and text, with 1 year left prior expiration. Can you share the details of your T-mobile plan please, and also ask the audience what would they do or have done? (We will be having 2 iphones 5s and an Ipad Air 2, or it just make sense to wait until contract expires? if so, where and which plan to get in the meantime for Ipad.
    3. I also like to invite the audience for recommendations of cases for Ipad Air 2, I'm in the construction industry, making cabinets, If anyone has had a good experience with a case that is not too big and bulky please share.
    4. I'll like to mention that I recently received my new iphone 5s case, it is from spigen, very well done, it keeps the nice thin looking of the iphone but at the same time it has very good protection.
    5. Lastly, please ask the audience from Orange county California to share their experience with T-mobile, We've being with AT&T for about 7 years.

    Best Regards,

    Luis A.

     

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Hector_miami_fixed_hangup_tmobile

     

    46:26

     

    http://www.redmondpie.com/heres-what-saurik-has-to-say-about-taig-ios-8.1.1-jailbreak/

     

    Hi Rob,

    Have you looked into the new jailbreak for iOS 8.1.1? I've installed it on two my devices and is working very well.

    Just giving you a heads up.

    Regards,

    Justin

     

    Hi Justing - thanks for the feedback - and Yes that jailbreak came out pretty darn quick. Per those wondering who TAIG - the group that did this jailbreak is - well keep wondering - because even Saurik from Cydia - does not know - that said - he did say it quote is probably safe unquote  He did also say he is not the best to say if a jailbreak is safe or not - and that Musclenerd is a much better person to listen to - and Musclenerd has said this jailbreak does look safe.  

     

    On Nov 29th - muscle nerd suggested everyone wait a few days just in case.

     

    Since then only positive words from Musclenerd - so it does look to be a jailbreak you can go forward with if you are running iOS 8.1.1 - AND have Windows computer - so far this is just for Windows.  If you go to their site - t a i g dot com - in the upper right click on EN - and then the site will go to english - then down load the jailbreak software.  There is a tutorial on the site.

     

    As always - back up - back up and back up before jailbreaking.  Also quit all open apps and do everything I recommend prior to updating the software.

     

     

    As with any jailbreak - Don't jailbreak if you don't like when things break - or right before you go on a business trip.  Bad things can happen when jailbroken and the more jailbroken apps and tweaks you install - the more likely you are going to have issues. 

     

     

    http://appadvice.com/appnn/2014/11/taigs-jailbreak-for-

    ios-8-1-1-is-available-now-for-windows-users

     

    48:31

     

    VOICEMAIL - Dave NJ_part1 

     

    Dave NJ_Part 2

     

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    I wanted to ask you about iCloud Photo Library beta.  I have a rather large photo library on my phone 11.2 GB. This type of memory effects my storage in iCloud and takes up a huge chunk of it.  Is iCloud Photo Library a good idea to turn on? Or will this eat up more of my iCloud storage? On top of my current storage issue. Thanks for your help.

    Regards,

    Jonah

     

     

    Hi, Rob.

    Just wanted you to know that I got myself an iPhone six, and I couldn't be happier! Actually, I've had it for about a month now, and I freaking love it! Touch ID is just magical, iOS eight runs so much better on my iPhone 6 than it did on my 4S, and I have the Alex voice. I loved Alex on my Mac, but he sounds just as amazing on my iPhone.

    There is one thing I want to know, though. on an earlier episode, you talked about a mishap you had where a third-party lightning cable practically bricked your MacBook Pro. Now, I know you were able to fix your computer, but you had to open the back of it to do it. I, on the other hand, am not a hardware kind of person. The thought of opening up my MacBook Pro makes me really nervous. So, what I want to know is this. Would an official Apple lightning cable cause my MacBook Pro to shut down the way yours did, or is this just something that happens with cheap third-party cables? I would really love to know because right now, I'm so scared to plug my Fishel Apple lightning cable into my MacBook Pro that I keep using an older iPhone cable with the adapter to sync my new iPhone. That's working for me just fine, but I would still like to know if it's safe for me to use my Apple lightning cable with my computer. It's a mid 2012 model, have a happy Thanksgiving.

    Regards,

    Shandy

     

    Shandy - the official Apple Cables will not cause this issue - this is something that happened to me with a cheap 3rd party cable - and something I only heard of happening to others - also using 3rd party cables.  It should not happen with the official cable - and I have not seen any reports saying that had happened with the official Apple cables - sorry if my story got you concerned for no reason.  I just wanted to warn Macbook pro users - especially those with 2011 or 2012 Macbook Pros - that they really need to stay clear of 3rd party lightening cables. 

     

    55:48 

     

    Thanks again to lynda dot com for their support of Tii - and if you go to lynda dot com slash tii - that is l y n d a dot com slash t i i  - you will get a free 10 day trial to their 3,100 plus video tutorials. Thanks Lynda for sponsoring this show and for the free offer.

     

     

    And Before we go today I want to remind you to send in your feedback to the show - 206-666-6364 - that 206-moon-dog - or record your feedback and email it to the show at today in iOS at gmail dot com - The  feedback can be a question or comment per something someone said on this episode or it can be a question or rant you have about something else.  An App or product review - good or bad - as long as it is iOS related - it is welcomed.  I am always looking for new Artwork to feature that you created on an iOS device - just put some Tii branding on it and send it in.  And of course we are always looking for more music created on an iOS device to play on the show.  This is your show and your feedback is greatly desired.  And don't forget to check out our Moderated Google Plus community by going to todayinios dot com slash community.  

     

    And finally there is the new and updated Tii App that is now Free to you.  Search for Tii in the iTunes App Store - it is the best way to consume the show and to get push notifications each time a new episode of Tii is released.  Please go right now and download the Tii App - yes you - right now - no not in few minutes - right now as you listen to the outro music.  

     

     

    And that folks is going to do it for us today. 

     

     

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    Tii - iTem 0329 - Black Friday 2014

    Tii - iTem 0329 - Black Friday 2014

    Give us a call - 1-206-666-6364

    Send us an email - todayinios@gmail.com

     

    Links Mentioned in this Episode:

    Today's Sponsor - Harrys.com - Promo Code = tiiholiday

    Today's Sponsor - Lynda.com/tii

    Apple Black Friday Deals: Apple Store Hours Announced

    Here Are Apple's Black Friday Deals

    Black Friday 2014: Best deals

    Target announces some spectacular Black Friday deals 

    Legion Meter

    an App Store record falls

    Fiksu Indexes 

    Google+ Community

    Apple will soon let third-party products use its Lightning port

    Apple's A8 SoC reportedly capable of 4K video output

    Apple's iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus can play 4K video

    Apple fills in the enterprise mobility gap left by receding BlackBerry

    Home Depot blames security breach on Windows

    Call Recorder for FaceTime also records Handoff relay calls 

     

     

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    Tii - FREE App

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    Substrate

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    iOS Artwork - iTem 0329 and Episode Transcript
    iOS Artwork - iTem 0329 and Episode Transcript

    TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 329

     

    Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast -  First up I want to thank JEFF for sending in the music you hear in the background. JEFF wrote:

     

    Hi Rob,

    I made this song Called On Holiday with my iphone 4s using the GarageBand app. For free downloads and more music follow me @jeffj6 on twitter. 

    Regards,

    Jeff J

    SONG_On_Holiday.mp3

     

     

     

    Thanks JEFF for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode.   I also want to thank COLIN for sending in the Artwork for today's show.  COLIN wrote

     

    Hi Rob,

    This was put together using several Apps – "Substrate" for the background, "Procreate" for the painted Tii lettering and "Aviary" for the inked frame.

    regards

    Colin from Australia.

     

     

    Well COLIN Thanks again for sending in this artwork and folks you can see COLIN'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 329 - or if you subscribe via iTunes on your computer as the album artwork 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.  

     

     

    02:14

     

    In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote ““Google glasses may look and seem absurd now but (Brian) Sozzi says they are “a product that is going to set the stage for many other interesting products.” For the moment, at least, the same cannot be said of iPhones or iPads. unquote

    Jeff Macke, Yahoo! Breakout, 27 February 2013

     

    The iPhone and iPad were industry changing devices that set the stage for all Smartphones and tablets that have come since.  Google Glass is an uber geeky product that other geeks make fun of those wearing it and everyone else looks at Google Glass users with distain -no offense to anyone in the audience wearing it - but - Just Sayin 

     

    03:05

     

    For Promo codes - On Ep 328 we offered up chances to win promo codes for a couple of Apps - Fun for Kids Educational Games and GoPix - we will be giving those out later this week - for more info on these apps go back and listen to the beginning of Ep 328. 

     

     

    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 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.  

     

     

    03:53

     

    http://www.gottabemobile.com/2014/11/21/apple-black-friday-

    deals-apple-store-hours-announced/

     

    As I mentioned on the last episode - I would be giving some blackFriday deals on this episode.  To start with - Apple announced their Apple store hours for the 28th - and that will be 8:00 AM Local time - 2 hours earlier than normal.

     

    04:09

     

    http://finance.yahoo.com/news/apples-black-friday-deals-

    213324461.html

     

    And if you go to the Apple store what are you going to save.

     

    Well for any iPhone that is $99 down or more - you will save $50. 

     

    Any iPad - you will also save $50.

     

    Any Mac - Except Mac Pro - you will save $100

     

    And iPod Touch or iPod Nano - you save $25 - same with any Apple TV and any Beats HeadPhones and Speakers.  

     

    So really the best deal is $25 off a $99 Apple TV.  

     

     

    04:53

     

    http://www.tuaw.com/2014/11/23/black-friday-2014-best-

    deals-on-the-ipad-air-and-ipad-mini/

     

    But as we have seen in the past - Apple Stores are not where you will get the best deals.  Other stores will offer even sweeter deals to try to lure you in their stores.

     

    Lets start with the iPad Air 2 - Best Buy is offering $100 discount for All iPad Air 2 models - double what Apple is offering.  However Target is offering a better deal of $140 gift card off any iPad Air 2.

     

    The iPad Mini 3 - you can get a $100 gift card at Target.  

     

    There are also a bunch of $100 discounts or gift cards for the iPad Air original at Walmart, Target, Sam's club, Staples and more.  

     

    If you are looking for a new iPad under $200 - You can actually find one at Walmart.  The 16 GB Wifi only iPad mini original - is $199 + a $30 walmart gift card - Available between 6 and 7 pm on November 27th only.  So a final price of $169 - which is also the price you would pay at Target well after you pay $249 and then get an $80 Target Gift card.

     

    Speaking of iTunes gift cards - lots of places with them for 15% off - that is kind of the normal special discount through out the year - it is the %20 discount that is the rare and best deal when you can find it. And it looks like Sams club will be selling 4 packs of $25 gift cards for $79 - which is nice to stock up on for Birthday presents and presents for teachers. 

     

    I would suggest holding for buying iTunes cards at the 15% discount - as 20% discounts are the ones I think are special.

     

    Office Depot is also offering up the 20% discount on a $50 iTunes gift card.

     

    Personally I will be going to Sams club to stock up - limits 15 per customer and 50 per store.  Friday to Sunday - not that there will be any left even on Saturday.

     

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    Stopped in a Costco in Kona, HI. They have $100 of iTunes gift cards discounted to $79.49 (4x25 limit 3.) That's the lowest I've ever seen. Not sure if this is the same deal at mainland Costco stores but if anyone is on the Big Island, it's a bargain. 

    Regards,

    Greg from LA.  

     

     

     

    The Pebble Steel - If you can not wait for the Apple Watch - will be $150 at Best Buy for Black Friday - that is $50 off the current price and $100 off where the price was earlier in the year.

     

     

    08:40

     

    http://appadvice.com/appnn/2014/11/target-announces-some-

    spectacular-black-friday-deals-on-apple-products

     

     

    I mentioned on the last show about the Crusta Case from Amzer - well they are offering 30% off Orders on their website on Black Friday - 12:01 AM to 8 PM CT - Use the code FRIDAY - It is a north American deal only.  Go to Amzer.com to see their product offerings - or go back to Ep 328 to hear my review of the Crusta - which is my iPhone 6Plus case of choice.  

     

    http://www.amzer.com/crusta 

     

    A Reminder - if you put out a social push or wrote a review about Today in iOS in iTunes - and want to be entered in the giveaway for the Crusta Case - you have until Friday morning to send me an email letting me know where you promoted the show.  I saw a couple of tweets promoting the show - where the person did not send in the email to today in iOS at gmail dot com.

     

    Put Crusta - C R U S T A in the subject line. 

     

     

    09:43

     

    http://www.plxdevices.com/product_info.php?id=MOBLLEGIONMETER

     

    Another item I mentioned on the last show with a Black Friday deal is the Legion Meter - They are offering a special buy one get one free offer.  So for $70 you get two Legion Meters.

     

    I have not sat down and charted out how much faster it charges my iPhone yet - sorry - but I can tell you one place I use it now - and that is in charging up my Pebble watch - one of the issues I have had with my Pebble is in getting the mag charge connector to make a good contact - sometime I think it is connected and 8 hours later it is not charged.  But with the legion meter I can see it go from no W's drawn to 0.4 Watts - and that means it is charging.  If you have a device that you are not sure if it charging - or just want to check to see if it is done - as in the amount of power being used drops way off - then the Legion meter definitely helps there. 

     

    This black friday deal is a good one - Link in the show notes.  

     

     

    Another product we mentioned on the show recently is also having a black friday deal - that is XPrintserver from Lantronix - they are offering up a 20% discount from 12:01 AM Friday the 28th to 11:59 PM Monday December 1st.  Use promo code - BFCM2014 during the check out process.  It really is a cool device for connecting your USB printer to your network and being able to print to said USB printer from your iOS device. Take a listen to Ep 326 at the 46:08 mark to learn more about this device. 

     

     

    I am going to pin the post for this episode to the top of the Google+ community - if you come across any other Black Friday or Cyber Monday details you want to share - please put them in the comments for the post of this episode - Ep 329 in our GooglePlus community.

     

    11:51

     

    I want to thank Harrys for sponsoring this episode and if you Go to Harrys.com now as in before December 10th Harry’s will give ALL LISTENERS $5 off a Winter Winston set with the code “TiiHoliday” one word. That right, as a special limited time offer for the holidays, Harry’s is gifting all new AND existing Harry’s customers $5 off the Winter Winston Set. That’s H-A-R-R-Y-S DOT COM and enter Coupon Code “T I I H O L I D A Y” at check out for $5 off the Winter Winston.

     

    Harry's is giving you a chance to stand out from the crowd and gift something that your relative, friend, work associate, Vendor or significant other really will use.  I know I am getting a kit for the Holidays - I know this because I was looking for light bulbs and saw the box in the storage room - sorry honey.  Shhhh.   

     

    My Wife likes the shave I get and the smell of the lotion and Shave gel - so really I guess it is gift for both of us.  

     

    These really are the best razor blades and shave gel I have ever used.

    The blades are high quality - german blades - from a 93 year old factory in Germany that Harry's purchased.  They give a great shave and the blades last a long time.  Easily over a month per blade.  

    And the new Foaming Shave Gel does not just smell great it is made of natural products - You don't feel all chemically when you use it.  

     

    As a special holiday offer, Harry’s is gifting all listeners of my show $5 off with promo code TIIHOLIDAY. That’s right, EVEN THOSE OF YOU WHO ARE ALREADY LOYAL HARRYS USERS, will get $5 off a Winter Winston set with my promo code TIIHOLIDAY. You’ll get the razor, three quality blades, and a tube of their foaming shave gel or shave cream for just $25!  This is the really nice Blade and box.   

     

    If you want to make an impression this holiday season - Harry's will definitely help on that front. 

     

    Harry's also just came out with a limited edition line just for the holiday's.  Their liftable sets start at just $15 and shipping is always free.  No issues fighting the masses or searching for the person with the key - nope - just order from home or the office and take care of a good part of your holiday shopping at harrys dot com.  For Holiday Shipping you need to order on or before December 10th for it to be delivered prior to Christmas.  The special offer is available to the end of the year - but if you want free shipping and it delivered before Christmas you need to order on or before December 10th.  Free Shipping is just to the US and delivery of Product is just to the US and Canada.  

     

    Once again Go to Harrys.com now and Harry’s will give ALL Today in iOS LISTENERS $5 off a Winter Winston set with the code “TiiHoliday” one word. That right all new AND existing Harry’s customers get $5 off the Winter Winston Set. That’s H-A-R-R-Y-S DOT COM and enter Coupon Code “T I I H O L I D A Y” at check out for $5 off the Winter Winston.

     

    Thanks Harry's for sponsoring the show. 

     

    15:17

     

    http://appadvice.com/appnn/2014/11/following-the-launch-of-

    the-iphone-6-and-iphone-6-plus-an-app-store-record-falls

     

    Thanks to Michael for the heads up on this next one - which is being reported and re-reported - with some mis-information - and it is per the report from the Research company Fiksu - the put out a report on Smartphone App downloads - one of the items being reported is the following quote In October, App Store downloads reached a record 7.8 million per day. This compared to 5.5 million per day in September. unquote

     

    Except for one minor bit of info - that 7.8 M per day and 5.5 mil per day are the number of downloads from the top 200 free apps in the US.  So not only did they miss that US only part - they missed the fact it is just for 200 apps out of over 1 Million apps.  Doooohhhh.   

     

    Now don't get me wrong 42 % increase from Sept to October is impressive.  Most Impressive.  But there are a lot more than 7.8 M downloads per day for iOS Apps.

     

    All signs do point to a major record breaking quarter for iPhone sales - The stock price is also indicating that as well - at over $118 per share and climbing.

     

    COVERED 

     

    https://www.fiksu.com/resources/fiksu-indexes

     

     

    16:50

     

    VOICEMAIL - Joe_NY_HD_Fdbk_mastercard

     

    Hey Rob, 

    Just listened to your latest podcast -- keep up the good work as always

    I am experiencing the same issue with my iPad that you talked about with your wife's. I have the 3rd gen iPad and the wifi is not usable when Bluetooth is turned on and connected to my Bluetooth speaker. If I disconnect from my speaker everything goes back to normal though. I have had this issue since since I updated to iOS 8. I would be very interested in finding out a solution for this.

    Regards,

    Ryan  

     

     

    From the comments on the post for Ep 328.

     

    Quote for Jonathan in New Orleans, about his question about family share, per the apple website, only one account is the family organizer and it is THEIR credit card that all purchase are made from.  One way to work around this issue as I have an 18yr old son, he has an iTunes Gift Card and all his purchases are made that way.  when he runs out he re-fills it and continues to purchase that way and I don't get charged on my credit card for his purchases, but when he runs out of credits he could alway just purchase anything he wanted on my credit card without the system asking me for permission.

    unquote

    Francisco Tapia

     

    Thanks Francisco - Great way to do it - where other users on your account can make purchases without a credit card - and if you go per earlier in the show and pick up some gift cards this weekend - you may be able to save 20% of those cards.

     

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    When I ask to use Apple Pay at the McDonald's drive thrus near me, the workers stick the card reader out the window so I can  reach it with my iPhone. 

    Regards,

    Mark L

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Fdbk_zoom_mode

     

     

    20:41

     

    https://plus.google.com/communities/105412562215997292912?cfem=1

     

     

    We are now well over 1,600 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 came out is from Lawrence McFarland - and it is per the Pebble and Smartwatch Pro app - and if you get the Smartwatch Pro app you can get $20 off on the Purchase of a Pebble watch.  Thus bringing the price down to $79.  Thanks Lawrence for that heads up.  

     

     

    - And since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android 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 1600+ of you already in the community and contributing. 

     

    Oh and Civil means just that - if you are not civil and tell someone that asks a question to go search for it or some other snarky comment - I will boot you.  The whole idea of this community is anyone can ask any question related to iOS with no fear of someone getting on them about asking it.  

     

     

    21:59

     

    http://9to5mac.com/2014/11/18/apple-mfi-summit-third-

    party-products-lightning-port-new-accessories/

     

    Thanks to all that sent in this next one.

     

    And it is that Apple will soon be letting 3rd party products use of the Lightening port.  Earlier this month Apple had their Made for iDevices Summit in China - and this is where they let their partners know what is up and what they can do officially if they want to get that Made For iDevice certification - and again this year the big news was the opening up of the lightening port.

     

    One of the first products will be Headphones directly plugged into the lightening port - expect those first from Apple / beats.

     

    Additionally for all those battery pack cases out there - going forward instead of the micro USB port for charging the battery pack - it could be a lightning port.  Thus only needing to take your lightening cord with you on a trip. 

     

    The other news out of the Meeting - was that Apple has now started accepting product plans for Homekit.  So expect a whole bunch of product launches or really announcements around CES this year.  

     

     

    23:08

     

    http://appleinsider.com/articles/14/11/21/apples-a8-soc-reportedly-

    capable-of-4k-video-output-may-pave-way-for-ultra-

    high-resolution-apple-tv

     

    Thanks to all that sent in links for this next one - which is that the A8 chip in the iPhone 6 and 6plus already technically supports 4K video output.  

     

    That said the screen is not able to truly display 4k video.  The iPhone 6+ is 1920 x 1080  vs 4k Video resolution of 3840 x 2160 - yes exactly double on both dimensions for those checking on their calculator app.  

     

    This discovery of 4K video support was made by the developers of WALTR a Mac App that allows quick upload of video files to a users iPhone from the Mac.  In testing the App they found they could playback 4K video on the iPhone 6.  

     

    What Apple Insider speculates is that the A8 chip could be used for the guts of the next Apple TV - thus allowing for 4k video playback via Apple TV.

     

    And file this one under - ok one more straw on the next Apple TV's back.  

     

     

    COVERED

     

    http://appadvice.com/appnn/2014/11/apples-iphone-6-and-

    iphone-6-plus-can-play-4k-video-thanks-to-a8-chip

     

     

    24:19

     

    http://www.fiercemobileit.com/story/apple-fills-enterprise-

    mobility-gap-left-receding-blackberry/2014-11-19

     

     

    Thanks to Paul G for this next one.  Which is about Apple filling in the void left by Blackberry's implosion in the Enterprise space.

     

    According to Data from Globo and Enterprise Mobility Management company - per their customers in 2014.  iOS made up 61% of mobile devices deployed vs 35% for Android vs 3.4% for Blackberry vs 0.6% for Windows Phone.  Yikes.  

     

    Globo pins Apples success per its non-fragments platform.  vs well Androids very fragmented offering.  They also said iOS's updates being able to get out quickly and regularly helps ensure that security patches are not just available but actually installed.  Plus having everyone running on the latest version of the OS means less conflicts when collaborating with colleagues.  

     

    Add to that Apples push with IBM - and you can see Apple is getting more and more serious with the Enterprise market.  Which makes sense - as Apples is coming close to saturating the personal Mobile space - and may actually get to the point of saturation this quarter.  As in Quarterly sales may peak this quarter with basically flat sales yr/yr to a slight decline a year from now at least in the direct to consumer market - meaning any growth would need most likely come from the enterprise market.  As well it does not make sense for Apple to go into the low end of the consumer market. 

     

     

    26:05

     

    http://9to5mac.com/2014/11/09/home-depot-

    windows-breach-macbooks-iphones/

     

    This next one just goes in the too funny category - seem Home Depot blames its epic and massive Security breach on Windows - and now Senior executives at Home Depot have been given MacBooks and iPhones

     

    So to summarize - Home Depot has a security breach in which 56 Million Credit card accounts and 53 Million email addresses of customers were compromised by hackers.  The root cause a windows vulnerability in Home Depots main computer network.

     

    So the execs that are in charge of making sure that all is ok between Home Depot and their customers - after preceding over one of the most epic fails in consumer history - yeah these folks are rewarded with new Macs and iPhones.  Well that will teach them.   Like I said - too funny.

     

     

    27:00

     

    VOICEMAIL - Tony_CA_iphone6_semi_freeze_reboot

     

    Hi Rob,

    I updated (iPhone 6) to IOS 8.1.1 and all my credit cards (4) were removed from passbook, not sure why, it was kind of a pain to add them back. I hope every update does not remove them.

    Regards,

    Art K

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    Nice looking and clean new version of the Tii app. But I have been living with it since it has been released and am finding it like a new pair of shoes to fit into. Mostly, I seem to remember that when episodes were played they disappeared off the feed. Now they just kind of hang around like unwanted guests that overstay their welcome. Am I missing something? Is there a setting I need to invoke? Or is that just how it works now.

    Regards,

    Larry

     

    Hi Larry,

    In the Tii App - Up at the top of the Episode list  - tap on More.

    Then you can select Played or unplayed.

    The old version only let you darken the played ones there was no removing the old episodes - But now you can get a list that just shows unplayed or just shows played.

     

    Additionally it also now shows you what % of the episode you have played.

     

    So if you looked at all audio episodes for example - you would see what % you have played for each episode.  

     

    I think you will see there are much nicer features that are more user friendly for the podcast listener with the new version. 

     

    VOICEMAIL - Ringtones_issues_apple_working_on_fix

     

     

    31:30

     

    http://www.imore.com/call-recorder-facetime-also-records-handoff-phone-relay-calls

     

    Thanks to Michael for this next one.  Which is a link to an article about Ecamm's Call Recorder - this is a Mac App - but I am mentioning it - as you can use it on a mac to record FaceTime calls and Phone Relay calls - so if you get a call on your iPhone and answer it on your mac - you can then record audio calls with Call Recorder.  Again you do need a Mac and an iPhone from which to hand off the call from.  

     

    The App is Free to try and costs $29.95 from Ecamm.

     

     

    32:05

     

    Thanks again to lynda for sponsoring this episode - if you go to lynda dot com slash tii - that is l y n d a dot com slash tii - you will get a free 10 day trial to their service.  Yes you heard that right the free trial is now 10 days instead of just 7.  Sign up on a Friday evening - you get that whole weekend and the following weekend as well.  You can go through a lot of Video tutorials in 10 days.  And Lynda offers over 2,000 high quality video courses taught by industry experts.

     

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    One thing I look forward each week is the email from Lynda listing some of the new tutorials available - this week the one that jumped out at me is iOS 8 SDK new features with Lee Brimelow.  This is a 3 Hour video tutorial to help you learn the ins and outs of iOS 8 and swift, creating a today widget, working with Handoff to sync between iOS and OS Ten, using authentication with Touch ID and more.  

     

     

    The one me and my son are still watching the iOS App development with Swift Essential Training Video - it is 5 hours and 48 minutes of video tutorials on building iOS 8 apps with swift. 

     

    Of course there are many many other video tutorials covering any major software or business skill you need to learn.  

     

     

    Lynda is an all you can eat monthly service - Watch anytime and as often as you like from your computer or iOS device.  Yes - you can watch these on the go.  

     

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    And you can check out the tutorials I just mentioned plus many more for the next 10 days. 

     

    Thanks Lynda for sponsoring this episode. 

     

    34:39

     

    VOICEMAIL - Review_Case_Robert_CA_Caseology_review

     

    Dear Rob,

     

    During the month it took Apple to deliver my two, yes two, iPhone 6 Pluses, I researched and ordered a few items. Took your advice to heart about Post iPhone Delivery Stress Disorder and decided to get the wife a new phone rather than handing her my slow-as-all-get-out iPhone 4S — It worked! She loves her new 6 Plus and lets me play with mine all I want.

     

    Anyway, here are the accessories I ordered and a few notes about them.

     

    Power Support AFP Crystal Film for iPhone 6 Plus screen protector ($19.95 for a two pack). Great quality and value. I’ve used Power Support protectors on all my iPhones over the years. They last, don’t scratch, are absolutely clear and the touch sensitivity is great. For the last few devices, I’ve been going with crystal rather than anti-glare because photos look so much more brilliant. One note: because the new 6s have curved edges, the protector is limited to the flat part of the screen, leaving a small gap. Power Support explains that going all the way to the edge would involve making a curved protector that could more easily come off. There is a slight edge that you feel when you use gestures that come from off the screen to on, but it is not too objectionable. Power Support has assured me they are working on putting a beveled edge onto future products. Phenomenal value at $10 for each protector and it will, trust me, last the life of any iPhone. http://www.powersupportintl.com/iPhone-6-and-6-plus-s/1885.htm

     

    Power Support Air Jacket Clear for iPhone 6 Plus case ($29.95). This is a minimalist case that retains the look and feel of the naked iPhone. Beautiful execution and feel. Somewhat of a struggle to get on and off but Power Support has a video that makes it easier. I like that I get to use the real buttons with their distinctive click for volume, etc. And everyone who sees the case oohs and ahhs and wants one. It is a bit slick, and I’ve had a few near bobbles while handing my 6 Plus over to friends and family to look at my photos. Need to be careful with this one. http://www.powersupportintl.com/iPhone-6-and-6-plus-s/1885.htm

     

    Tech21 iPhone 6 Plus Case (Classic Check - Clear & Blue) ($39.99). These are the most protective and easy to use cases going. My wife loves the look of her blue one and I think it is a bit more attractive than the clear, especially with a Silver iPhone. The case, because it has a protective bumper all the way around makes the phone wider, this is a bit of a problem for me with my small hands. Not so much for my wife. However, this is my go-to case when I plan to take a lot of photos, pulling the 6 Plus out of my pocket over concrete several times an hour. The fit is fantastic and the 6 Plus pops in and out with little effort and, yet, it is a secure fit. https://www.tech21.com/iphone-6-plus-cases

     

    Griffin Trainer fo iPhone 6 Plus armband ($19.99). My wife uses this for running. A good value. Can operate the phone through the case. The iPhone must be put in the case naked except for the screen protector. Easy to use and with the Tech21 case, going from one to the other is easy. To take a photo, you have to pull out the lens. It isn’t waterproof in any way so for rainy days, my wife has to put the 6 Plus in a Ziploc bag before putting it in the armband. http://store.griffintechnology.com/iphone-6/trainer-for-iphone-6-plus

     

    amphipod AirFlow Lite belt ($23.95). This is what I prefer on my runs. It is a belt that easily fits the iPhone 6 Plus and has a second compartment for keys or gel packs. It says it is “moisture resistant” but I’d still put the phone in a Ziploc for a downpour. This is a great option for my wife when she doesn’t want to carry a purse and isn’t wearing jeans with a large enough pocket for the 6 Plus. Comes in three nifty fluorescent colors and classic black. http://www.amphipod.com/products/holders/music/electronics/airflow-lite

     

    So those are my recommendations for the moment. Hope this helps some of your listeners who were asking about such things.

     

    Always, always, love listening to your podcast. It keep me up to date and there isn’t an episode, not one, where I don’t learn something new and useful.

    Regards,

    Jeff in Burbank

     

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Review_Case_Spigen_iPhone_case

     

     

    44:30 

     

    VOICEMAIL - Brian_Harrys_Review

     

    Hi Rob,

    Per Free vs get

    I noticed apple made their own apps free but all third party ones get even if there is no in app purchases!  I think apple should do free for 100% free and get for in app purchase(s) or hardware needed

    Regards,

    Michael

     

    Hello Rob,

    I want to report the  disappointing saga of my i-Pad mini.

    I purchased a 64 gig wifi and cellular i-Pad Mini II    in August from BestBuy.

       I had problems which most of your listeners will not have because I am strictly a voice over user.

    I decided to learn all of the keyboard navigation short cuts but found that my Logitek keyboard case wouldn't pair.

    I went to the Apple store and they could not pair my keyboard either. They tried it with an i-Pad Air II. They also tried an apple keyboard and their Logitek keyboard without success.

    They thought my unit had been corrupted so ordered another.

    I went in on Monday to pick it up.

    First, they updated it to 8.1.1 and again tried all of the above mentioned keyboards.

    I went home as they requested and called Apple-care who sent me back the next day.

    I also tweeted around and found some work arounds.

    There has been a bug since the release of IOS 8 in which some keyboards and some units do not work with Voice over. If Voice over is turned off, the pairing works and the keyboards function. If voice over stays on, the keyboards simply don't function, or in some cases, crash the IOS devices.

     

    , I took my i-Pad back to Best Buy and got a full refund.

    I know most people have had good experiences with the Apple stores and until now, I have had fine experiences.

    But, the employees are not trained to handle complexity. Most don't know anything about voice over and one was horrified to find screen curtain on when he picked up my i-Pad. I told him how to fix it, and I brought the screen back to life.

    I comment here only because I am saddened that I am not able to use an i-Pad. Yes, I can and do most everything from my phone, but using an i-Pad totally with keyboard control was something I wanted to do.

    Be ware of complexity.

    Regards,

    Jan B

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Harrys_listener_review_2

     

     

    49:43

     

    Thanks again to Harry's for sponsoring this episode and please Go to Harrys.com now and Harry’s will give ALL LISTENERS $5 off a Winter Winston set with the code “TiiHoliday” one word. That right, as a special limited time offer for the holiday, Harry’s is gifting all new AND existing Harry’s customers $5 off the Winter Winston Set. That’s H-A-R-R-Y-S DOT COM and enter Coupon Code “T I I H O L I D A Y” at check out for $5 off the Winter Winston. Harry’s—a shave good enough to gift.

     

     

    And Before we go today I want to remind you to send in your feedback to the show - 206-666-6364 - that 206-moon-dog - or record your feedback and email it to the show at today in iOS at gmail dot com - The  feedback can be a question or comment per something someone said on this episode or it can be a question or rant you have about something else.  An App or product review - good or bad - as long as it is iOS related - it is welcomed.  I am always looking for new Artwork to feature that you created on an iOS device - just put some Tii branding on it and send it in.  And of course we are always looking for more music created on an iOS device to play on the show.  This is your show and your feedback is greatly desired.  And don't forget to check out our Moderated Google Plus community by going to todayinios dot com slash community.  

     

     

    Thanks again to lynda dot com for their support of Tii - and if you go to lynda dot com slash tii - that is l y n d a dot com slash t i i  - you will get a free 10 day trial. Thanks Lynda for sponsoring this show and for the free offer.

     

     

    And finally there is the new and updated Tii App that is now Free to you.  Search for Tii in the iTunes App Store - it is the best way to consume the show and to get push notifications each time a new episode of Tii is released.  Please go right now and download the Tii App - yes you - right now - no not in few minutes - right now as you listen to the outro music.  

     

     

    And that folks is going to do it for us today. 

     

     

    OUTRO

     

    OUTRO MUSIC

     

     

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    Fri, 21 November 2014
    Tii - iTem 0328 - iOS 8.1.1 and iOS 8.2 Beta 1

    Tii - iTem 0328 - iOS 8.1.1 and iOS 8.2 Beta 1

    Give us a call - 1-206-666-6364

    Send us email - todayinios@gmail.com

     

    Links Mentioned in this Episode:

    Today's Sponsor - Casper.com/tii - Promo Code = tii

    iOS 8.1.1, iPhone 4S, and iPad 2

    Apple Seeds iOS 8.2 Beta to Developers

    things we just learned about how the Apple Watch works | The Verge

    Apple makes WatchKit software tools available to developers | ZDNet

    Google+ Community

    Apple is now labeling 'Free' apps in the App Store with a new 'Get' button

    Some iPhone 6 Plus Users are Getting Very Blurry Photos

    Apple Sticking With Arizona Plan After Supplier Falters

    Apple to push Beats to all iPhones according to FT

    iOS is twice as memory-efficient as Android. Here’s why.

    Apple becoming a one-trick pony

    Legion Meter - Kickstarter

    Bluesmart - Indiegogo

    Pearl - Kickstarter

    Pearl - Indiegogo

    XOO Belt by Nifty -  Indiegogo

    AMZER Crusta | 4 Layers of Rugged Protection

    Apple Pay at Whole Foods, McDonalds, Walgreens and Toys R Us

    AT&T kills the 'permacookie,'

     

     

    Apps Mentioned in this Episode:

    Tii Free App

    Garageband

    Alchemy

    Fotor

    Letting the Butterflies Go

    Fun for Kids Educational Games

    GoPix

    Dots in the Trap

    Stashbot

    iAudition

    BossJock

     

     

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    Fri, 21 November 2014
    iOS Artwork - iTem 0328 and Episode Transcript
    iOS Artwork - iTem 0328 and Episode Transcript

    TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 328

     

    Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast -  First up I want to thank JEFF for sending in the music you hear in the background. JEFF wrote:

     

    Hey rob,

    I made this song in GarageBand with my 4s, some sounds came from the alchemy app. We did vocals with the built in iPhone mic and the only other device I used was a turntable with headphones blasting into the iPhone mic. 

    Regards,

    Jeff San Antonio tx

    SONG_Jethro_140407

     

     

     

    Thanks JEFF for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode.   I also want to thank ANNE for sending in the Artwork for today's show.  ANNE wrote

     

    Hi Rob:

    My husband and I listen to your show while commuting. 

    When you mentioned the app Fotor was having a sale on in app purchases in ep. 324, I thought I'd try it out. Here is a pic of our cat, Orbit, which I took with my iPhone 6 and edited totally with Fotor.  The app was pretty simple to use and to play around with.

    REGARDS     

    Anne D

    Teepee Creek, Alberta, Canada

     

     

    Well ANNE Thanks again for sending in this artwork and folks you can see ANNE'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 328 - or if you subscribe via iTunes on your computer as the album artwork 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.  

     

     

    02:21

     

    In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote “After more than two years, Windows Phone still claims less than 3% of market share. BlackBerry 10 will be launching here in the US soon and I think they will increase their share to 3rd place and may even pass iOS in a couple years. unquote

    Matthew Miller, ZDNet, 14 February 2013

     

    Look I just feel guilty bashing Blackberry considering how dead they are - but less than two years ago to say Blackberry would come close to iOS more or less to say it may even pass iOS - Well Mr Miller he was definitely smokin something that ain't legal in Kansas - Just Sayin 

     

     

    03:04

     

    For Promo codes - On Ep 327 we offered up chances to win promo codes for the iBook - Letting the Butterflies Go - those promo codes have all been given out.  

     

     

    This week we have promo codes for the a couple of Apps - the First is the App -  called FUN FOR KIDS EDUCATIONAL GAMES - here is the review from the dev - PLAY PROMO CODE - FUN FOR KIDS

     

    Well thanks to Dev for their review of their App - FUN FOR KIDS EDUCATIONAL GAMES and for sending in the promo codes to give away.  Folks if you would like a chance for a promo code for this App - send an email to todayinos at gmail dot com and put KIDS in the subject line.

     

    The Second item we have promo code for is the App - GOPIX -  Here is the review from the dev - PLAY PROMO CODE - GOPIX

    Thanks to the Dev for sending in THEIR review of THE APP GOPIX  and for sending in the promo codes to give away.  Folks if you would like a chance for a promo code for this APP - send an email to todayinos at gmail dot com and put GOPIX - G O P I X in the subject line. 

     

    As Always - just send in one email for one specific APP.  If you send in multiple emails or ask for multiple  APPS in a single email - then well - No Soup for you. 

     

     

    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 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.  

     

     

    06:15

     

    http://arstechnica.com/apple/2014/11/ios-8-1-1-iphone-4s-

    and-ipad-2-a-little-faster-kind-of-sometimes/

     

    As expected Apple released iOS 8.1.1 to the masses.  And what do we know about it.  Well first off it breaks the current Jailbreak - Actually Apple in the release notes credits the Pangu Jailbreak team for 3 exploits that were patched with this release.  Not sure if that was meant as a tip of the hat or flick of the chin.  Obviously if you are jailbroken or plan on jailbreaking stay at iOS 8.1

     

    For everyone else - It looks good to upgrade.  For those with the iPhone 4S and iPad 2 - it says in the release notes this update improves performance.  By how much they do not say.  And different posts I have read said different things - some say it was very noticeable - others said barely noticeable - but all did seem to say it was an improvement even if just barely.  

     

    Battery life for me on my iPhone 6 Plus does seem to be improved.  But that was just in the first day where it had 6 and half hours of use and was at 55% battery life.  But that was the first time through.  More reports on Battery life on the next episode - maybe.  

     

    I guess the best thing I can say about this update is that the number of complaints seems to be the lowest for any iOS 8.x update.  

     

    Again if you are not planning on jailbreaking - then it is best to update to the latest version now. 

     

    By the way according to Musclenerd from the jailbreak team - he is saying iPhone 6 and 6+ need to avoid iOS 8.1.1 if they want to jailbreak as there is not going back to 8.1 - You can't downgrade for those devices.  

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    I have an 128GB iPhone 6 Plus that I just updated this morning to iOS 8.1.1 from iTunes on my MacBookPro. The update seemed to go smoothly.  However, before the upgrade I had about 400 music albums on my iPhone and afterwards I had 5.  I’m resyncing with my iTunes library now so I’m assuming that things will be back to normal soon enough, but it’s still a pain in the butt.  My general feeling is that I’ve seen more bugs in Apple’s software in the past several months than I’ve seen in the prior several years.  So just a couple of words of caution to all my fellow listeners when they update to 8.1.1, “Look out!”.

    Regards,

    Sincerely,

    Mike Z

    Roswell, GA

     

    From Bob Berberick - I Upgraded 2 iPhones and 2 iPads. All went well using Rob's instructions as usual. Also upgraded to Yosemite and iCloud Drive. I was expecting an issue or two but haven't had any yet.

     

    I had others reporting in some issues with battery life - which is odd - because my initial testing seems to show better battery life - at least for the 6+.  I am in the midst of updating my devices to iOS 8.1.1 - and will have a better feel of any issues personally next week - but My wife did say today it seemed slower on the iPad Mini with iOS 8.1.1 vs 7.1.2 - or really as she put it - The changes you made slowed this down - thanks

     

     

    I had others reporting where updating to 8.1.1 - solved issues they were having - like with Bob B in Hamilton Ohio - where some apps that were stuck and not installing are now installed after the update.  

     

    11:48

     

    http://fortheloveoftech.com/2014/11/18/apple-seeds-

    ios-8-2-beta-developers/

     

    And this is exciting - no sooner did Apple release iOS 8.1.1 to the public - then they turn right around and release iOS 8.2 Beta 1 to Devs. 

     

    Seems the major reason for this beta is to support Apple Watchkit.  Which Apple just released the Dev kit for - as they said they would in November.

     

    According to Apple's Phil Schiller 

     

    quote With the iOS 8.2 beta SDK, developers can now start using WatchKit to create breakthrough new apps, Glances and actionable notifications designed for the innovative Apple Watch interface and work with new technologies such as Force Touch, Digital Crown and Taptic Engine, unquote

     

    12:54

     

    http://www.theverge.com/2014/11/18/7243085/most-

    important-apple-watchkit-discoveries

     

    As with any good SDK - there are lots of bits of info we can learn about the Apple Watch that were not previously known.  The Verge had a nice collection of things we have learned about the Apple watch now that said SDK is out. Some of those key ones are

     

    1 - An iPhone is required almost all the time.  Essentially a Watch App is a complement to your iOS device - at least to start.  And code for the most part will be executed on the iPhone.  

     

    2. However - from Apple quote "Starting later next year, developers will be able to create fully native apps for Apple Watch. unquote.  Later next year in Apple terminology means December 2015 or there a bouts.  

     

    3. There are two different resolutions - the 38 mm AW will be 272 x 340 pixels.  The 42 MM will be 312 x 390 pixels.  

     

    4. There will be two type of Notifications on the AW.  Short look which is just seen briefly when you raise your wrist.  The App icon, app name and a brief message.  And then if the person keeps their wrist raised long enough the screen changes to a quote long look notification unquote - which will provide more info and is more customizable - plus the App icon and name move to the top of the screen and are shrunk in size.  

     

    5. No Custom Gestures - At least to start - Apple gives a pre determined set of gestures and the initials apps must conform.

     

    6. Maps are static and non-interactive.  No scrolling map as you walk down the street.  

     

    7. Videos not so much - But images are ok.  So Porn on wrist will be limited to Static images or gifs.  

     

    8.  There is a new font - it is call San FranCisco and it will be all the rage on keynote presentations come 2015.  

     

     

    Essentially the way to think of Apps for AW in early 2015 is that the AW becomes a second screen for the iPhone it is tethered to wirelessly.  Processing is done on the iPhone for the most part - and the AW is more for displaying info and accepting User input via Apples predefined gestures or pushed of buttons or turns of the Digital crown.  

     

    Later on 2015 - will be when devs will be able to take the popular apps on the Pebble that are stand alone and port them over to Apple Watch.  Which means 2,000 stop watch apps before Christmas 2015.  Yeah.  

     

    Now to convince the Devs for the Tii App to add in Apple Watch control.  With support for per episode artwork on the watch face.  I might need to learn the SDK for that one.  

     

    http://www.zdnet.com/apple-makes-watchkit-software-tools-available-to-developers-7000035935/

     

     

    16:37

     

    We have a new sponsor today and that is Casper - who is an online retailer and manufacturer of Premium mattresses for a fraction of the price you are used to paying.   

     

    Have you ever purchased a mattress by sitting on it for just a few minutes at the store only later to regret it.  That happened with us for my Oldest son's mattress.  We thought we purchased a good mattress - but oh my - we learned we did not - we would lay down with him to get him to go to sleep and as we tried to get up he would hear us and feel us moving and would wake up - very very frustrating. But we were stuck with the Mattress -  However With Casper you get a 100 day risk free trial period.  You don't like it you get your money back and they come and pick it back up.  That said - the mattress they sent is great and is definitely not going back. It is a mix of Latex foam and Memory foam. No noisy springs to wake up your kid or significant other when you get up - which is also nice for those 2AM visits to the cookie jar or ice cream tub.  

     

    HERE is why I really love this mattress When we received our Casper mattress for my son - the first three nights he slept through the whole night - The last time he slept 3 nights in a row through the whole night - yeah that would be NEVER - not even in the womb.   

    Casper did an incredible job on the engineering and feel of this mattress - I have slept on it as well and it is a really great sleep. Actually the issue I have now if I need to get him asleep is I tend to fall asleep.   

     

    But just as important the pricing is really great as well. 

    Twin Mattresses are just $500, they also have Twin XL for $600, Full for $750, Queen for $850 and then King and Cal King - for  $950.  That is less than half the price my Parents just paid for their King sized mattress and they can't stand their mattress.  Like I said you have 100 days to return it risk free. 

     

    This is an american made mattress with delivery right now for the US and Canada only and it is free delivery. When said mattress is delivered - it is from UPS - in a squarish box that you think no way is there a mattress in there - But you get a cool little tool to cut open the package and the mattress opens up and expands to form.  We had friends over when it came and they really loved watching it open up.  

     

    And Yes - the Mattress box is now a fort for the kids in their play room. 

     

    As they say You spend 1/3 of your life in bed - ok maybe more if you have Apple TV and Netflix in bedroom or if you use tinder.  And for the cost of an iPad - is it not worth getting the best nights sleep possible - and that is what you will get with Casper or what your kids will get.  Again to Save $50 off of the prices I mentioned go to casper dot com slash tii and use promo code t i i - all lower case on the promo code.  again casper dot com / tii - promo code tii to save $50 - thanks Casper for the great mattress for my son and for sponsoring this show.  

     

     

    20:00 

     

    VOICEMAIL - Mitch_Answer_3rd_party_keybord_mic

     

    VOICEMAIL - STEVE_AZ_ANSWER_3RD_PARTY_KEYBOARD

     

     

    Hi Rob,which carrier do you use at the moment please,thank you. Ricky. 

     

    I am using T-Mobile - a couple of the reason I choose T-Mobile - Pricing - for me and my Wife.  That was a key one.  And also the ability to use Wifi Hotspotting - with no need to jailbreak - that has already helped me out a bunch.  And well T-Mobile in the US seems to be willing to allow what ever new features Apple rolls out.  Unlike AT&T and Verizon.

     

     

    Hi Rob

    With the new search tool in the Photos app with iOS 8, it says you can search photos by date and time. Do you know how to search by time as nothing I am trying works? Also, it seems that you can't search by exact date, only a month or a year. Is there a way to do this as well?

    Regards

    Steve

    in Brisbane

     

    Steve - you can search in the Photos app by Month - it does not look like it gives results for a specific day search for example quote October 2014 unquote showed me all the photos from October - with a break down by day.  But searching for a specific say resulted in nothing. 

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - PRINTER_FDBK_BROTHERS_PRINTER

     

    24:13

     

    https://plus.google.com/communities/105412562215997292912?cfem=1

     

     

    We are now well over 1,600 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 with lots of comments that went up since the last episode came out is from Giuseppe Marino - who was offering up a tip for Touch ID and how to improve its accuracy.  Then there were a bunch on comments - but the tip that Per Francisco and talked about in the past - What you should do to improve accuracy if you are having issues - is go to  Settings then Touch ID and then simply place your finger on the sensor until it recognizes it and do that again and again.  This does seem to improve accuracy.  Thanks for the post Giuseppe and the feedback Francisco.  

     

    Another Post from Chris in London was about Sony announcing a new camera sensor the Exmor RS IMX320 which will be ready to ship in April 2015 - This could bring DSLR quality auto-focusing a 21 Mega Pixel CMOS sensor and 4K video recording to the next iPhone if used.  So there we go the start of iPhone 6S rumors - Thanks Chris.  Expect Rumors about the next iPhone in Jan / Feb time frame talking about an un-named source saying the next iPhone will have basically those specs.  Hoping we would have forgotten by then.  So remind me when I re-report it - I had forgotten.  Thanks 

     

     

    - And since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android 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 1600+ of you already in the community and contributing. 

     

    26:30

     

    http://appadvice.com/appnn/2014/11/apple-is-now-labeling-

    free-apps-in-the-app-store-with-a-new-get-button

     

    A minor change in the App store - Free Apps no longer say Free - but rather Get.  No official word on why the change - but if I was to put money on the reason for the change - it is likely because many Free Apps are not Free - they have in app purchases - like recently my son asking to spend $5 for a sleigh in Jet pack joy ride.  I was like - Ahhh No.  Any way - looks to be that Apples Lawyers stepped in.  And the next time you look at the App Store app you will either see the price for an app or if it is Free - it will now say Get.

     

     

    27:14

     

    http://petapixel.com/2014/11/18/psa-iphone-6-plus-

    users-getting-blurry-photos-video-even-standing-still/

     

    Seems there are some reports and growing numbers there of - that some people with iPhone 6pluses are getting Blurry photos - even when the subject is not moving and you are not moving - it looks as if some one was.  I have not seen this issue - except in really low light. I tried to get blurry photos by just using one hand turning HDR on and then off and then auto - then taping on the screen and then pushing the button.  The pictures were not blurry for me.  But if you have a 6 plus and are getting blurry pics most if not all of the time - go and see your local apple store - seems like a small % of users are having this problem and a small % of iPhone owners can quickly become a big number.  

     

     

    28:02

     

    http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2014-11-18/apple-sticking-

    with-arizona-plan-after-supplier-falters.html

     

    The Latest in the GTAT / Apple Soap opera has Apple telling Mesa AZ officials it is committed to bringing jobs and manufacturing to the area.  This is the quote I find most interesting from Mesa City Manager Chirstopher Brady - quote They’ve indicated their commitment to us: They want to repurpose that building and use it again unquote

     

    Re-Purporse - as in use for a different purpose as in no more Sapphire.  Not that there was really any hope chance of that happening - but I think that quote sums it up - the plant Apple purchased to make Sapphire in will be used for something else.  Maybe final assembly of full size Apple TV -  Ok - Just kidding.  Kinda.  

     

     

     

    28:50

     

    http://www.bbc.com/news/business-30121593

     

    Thanks to Dr. John and others for this next one - which is a rumor that if true is a shock to no one - well except for those that spread the rumor a couple of months ago Apple was going to kill Beats.  Se the latest rumor from the Financial times is saying the exact opposite - in that Apple will start pre-installing the Beats stream service app on all iOS devices most likely early in 2015.  

     

     

    29:29

     

    http://www.cultofmac.com/303223/ios-twice-

    memory-efficient-android-heres/

     

    Thanks to Matt for this next one. 

     

    This is for all of you out there with that annoying Android Friend or Relative.  The post is titled iOS is twice as memory-efficient as Android Here's why -  and it is from cult of Mac via a post from Quora.  In a nut shell - iOS devices run better than Android devices with 2x the memory because Android apps use Java and need all the extra RAM to do garbage collection.  Which is a process of recycling memory once an Android App is done using it. With Android you need four or eight time more memory than you are actually using to be efficient.  But when the memory becomes constrained performance goes way down.  

     

    Per iOS - no need for Garbage Collection - it was designed to avoid that sort of processes - it just needs the memory it needs and not more.  

     

    And the issue with more memory is more battery drain.

     

    So next time that annoying Android fan boy says something about the iPhone only having 1GB of memory let them know performance wise - 1GB of iOS RAM results in more performance than 3GB of RAM for Android.  

     

    Which I guess for Tablets means the 2GB in the iPad Air 2 is better than 6GB of RAM in an Android Tablet.  

     

     

    30:57

     

    http://finance.yahoo.com/news/apple-becoming-

    one-trick-pony-223009105.html

     

    one Anal-ist thinks Apples Stock ride will come to an end in 2015 

     

    quote "It's losing market share like crazy. It's becoming a one-trick pony. it is a phone company," said Bert Dohmen, president of Dohmen Capital Research.  Guess the best way to get attention is to say the opposite of everyone else.  He said that iPad and iPhone sales are down.  Well he is half right - iPad sales are down - but definitely not iPhone sales.  So already he qualifies for how wrong were they.

     

    Per Apple being a one trick pony - it has one really big Pony - but there are others - the iPad - which granted sales are down yr-yr - mostly shed to people upgrading to the iPhone 6Plus and not needing an iPad - plus old iPad's still work great - including first gen.  Expect iPad sales to decline for another year or so.  

     

    But Apple sales for computers are up.  And there will be the Apple Watch and there is Beats headphones.  

     

    Yes the iPhone line is becoming bigger and bigger - and if next year iPhone sales drop yr-yr do to a lack of compelling reasons to upgrade - a very possible scenario - then yes there will be a pull back.  The question I guess is how high does Apple stock get between now and end of January - when Apple releases this quarters sales numbers and the iPhone becomes an even bigger % of overall revenue - and fears of that big pony getting sick send the stock dropping.  Yup the bigger the gap between iPhone and iPad sales - the bigger the worry will be.  

     

    33:43  

     

    VOICEMAIL - REVIEW_FREE_DotsintheTrap

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    I've upgraded from the 5 to the 6 Plus, and while I love my new device, it's a bit clunky when I run.  I used to just carry my 5 in my hand while running but I feel like I'm going to drop my 6 Plus so I'm considering wearing an arm band instead.  Would you mind asking the community which arm band they use and recommend?  I'm having a hard time finding many for the Plus.

    Regards,

    Dave C

     

    VOICEMAIL - ERIC_TN_PIONEET_NEX4000_CARPLAY_REVIEW

     

     

    37:05

     

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/plxdevices/legion-

    meter-charge-your-smartphone-92-faster

     

    Well I received a kickstarter product I back - nope not the SOS Charger - which I am still waiting on - while he is busy shipping units to retailers and not to backers - Bad form.  Sorry but Backers should be the first ones to receive the units.  Not retailers - I realize it may be a financial necessity - but it still does not make it ok.  It is a slap in the face of the backers when they see the product they are waiting for - available in stock on a retailers shelves.  

     

    That said the one I did get that was funded earlier this year is the Legion Meter - I will talk more about this one on a later episode after I full test it out.  But so far it seems to be working as advertised.  

     

     

    37:56

     

    https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/bluesmart-world-s-first-

    smart-connected-carry-on

     

    Thanks to Michael for this next one.  Which is another Take an everyday item and add the ability to charge up iOS devices and then get over a million dollars in pledges.  Remember when they took that cooler and added a bunch of features - yeah this time some folks did that with a Carry On suit case.  It is the Bluesmart over at indiegogo.  Actually the projects full name is Bluesmart: World's first smart Connected Carry-on 

     

    Per their description quote Bluesmart is a high-quality carry-on suitcase that you can control from your phone, like a boss. From the app you can lock and unlock it, weigh it, track its location, be notified if you are leaving it behind and find out more about your travel habits. You can also charge your phone 6 times over with a built-in battery. unquote

     

    Pricing on this was $195 - then sold out - then $215 - then sold out - then $235 then sold out and not is $260.  Yeah not seeming like such a bargain.  

     

    They had a goal of $50,000 - as I mentioned they raised over 1 Mil so far. 

     

    There are a whole bunch of neat features and back in my 150,000 Plus miles a year traveling days - I am sure I would have been all over this.  

     

    There is a built in scale in the handle - that tells you on your iOS device how much it weighs.  

     

    You can lock and unlock the suitcase from your iOS device.

     

    There is location tracking.  And some handy compartments for your iPad and Laptop.

     

    Search for Bluesmart one word at indie  go go dot com or in the show notes for Ep 328. 

     

     

    39:40

     

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hypershop/pearltm-

    compact-mirror-usb-rechargeable-battery-pa?ref=email

     

    I mentioned the Pearl Compact Mirror and USB rechargeable battery Pack on the last episode and that I funded it and then the project was Paused slash stopped by Kickstarter due to a DMCA Copyright complaint.  

     

    Well I read that Copyright notification at Kickstarter - and Wow - is All I can say.  Unless there is something they are not showing - I don't see how Kickstarter could have paused it from that letter / notification - It is not a valid DMCA takedown notice - not in the least.  

     

    Again maybe there is something more behind the scenes that was also supplied to kickstarter - but based on what Kickstarter is showing - there is no reason to have stopped this project - not with that wording.  FYI - there is specific wording needed for a proper DMCA takedown notice - and this letter was not it or even close. 

     

     

    40:37

     

    https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/pearl-compact-

    mirror-usb-rechargeable-battery

     

    And you know what the folks running this project felt the same way and even went over and opened an Indie gogo project for this.  So if you are interested in the Pearl - You can go now to Indie go go and fund this.  If you are not sure what the Pearl is go back to Ep 327 around the 38:24 mark to hear about it.

     

    The good news is on Indie go go they have already raised an additional $16k plus of funding - which means they hit a stretch goal and will have 2.1 A output now available for faster charging.  And if they hit 30k on Indie go go - then we get a free Microfiber Pouch.

     

    They did say if you already pledged at Kickstarter - keep your pledge there - and do not cancel or double order.  But for new pledges now - go to indie go go dot com 

     

    and search for Pearl or look in the show notes for ep 328.

     

     

    41:48

     

    https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/xoo-belt-by-

    nifty-a-phone-charging-belt

     

    Ok - I really really did not want to talk about this one - but lots of you sent in links and it was covered on lots of blog posts.

     

    It is the XOO Belt by Nifty and it is on IndieGogo.  This is a Battery Pack in your belt and belt buckle for charging your iPhone when it is in your pocket.

     

    Alright - so let me get this straight - I am supposed to wear this battery pack near my groin that is going to get nice and hot when charging my iOS device in my Pocket getting nice and hot.  Ummm not for me or any other man looking to keep up is count if you know what I mean.  

     

    Oh and when you go to the indie gogo page - it has in bold text - Say hello to our flex Beast.  And they are talking about a belt so ummm point towards ones nether regions they are basically saying Say hello to our flex beast - Oh my 

     

    Pricing for this is $155 bucks - ummm Yeah.  Well they are at over $30k in funding towards a goal of $50k - and have until December 18th at 11:59 PM PT for funding to reach the goal.  

     

    If for some reason this idea actually sounds appealing to you - search for XOO Belt at Indie Gogo dot com or in the show notes for Ep 328 to learn more.  

     

     

    43:31

     

    http://www.amzer.com/crusta/

     

    For the first 6 weeks of having the iPhone 6 plus - I went around naked - well the Phone not me - but in many ways I felt more vulnerable and uncomfortable with the iPhone being naked then if I was.  I did not let my boys use it other than on the sofa surrounded by carpet.  The naked 6 plus just seems like it wants to jump out of your hands.  During that time I waited for some cases to get to me - and finally they did around the end of October - and tried a few out - and the one I settled on and am using now is the Crusta from Amzer - links in the show notes - but Crusta is spelled - C R U S T A.  I like this one as it is a good deal of protection.  Or as they say 4 Layers of Army grade protection.  Ok - a little heavy on the marketing hype there guys.

     

    With this case you get a Glass Screen Protector.  Which actually was really easy to put on with the tools and instructions they gave and did not have bubbles under it.  Huge plus on that.  

     

    Next they have two layers of the case.  I went with Red on the outside and Blue on the inside - Yes the Colors for the Dayton Flyers.  But you have 7 outside colors and 6 inside colors to choose from - Some quick Array math says that is 42 different color combos to choose from.  

     

    The things I like about the case - one the buttons are just as easy to push for volume and power as when there is no case - something not always true with cases.  Although the button for the mute is a little tough to tell if it was slid or not.  Another thing I liked it has built in dust protector plugs for the Lightening and headphone jacks - I keep my iPhone in my pocket top down - meaning the ports are at the top and this keeps out dirt and lint.  And most importantly for me - there is a raised lip around the edge - meaning if your drop it on the ground the glass will not hit on a flat surface like concrete or blacktop.  Obviously if you have gravel or rocks where your drop it all bets are off.  But again it does come with a tempered glass protector.  

     

    One thing to note - this case does make the 6 Plus feel like the 6 plus plus - it is a substantial case - hence the good level of protection - but that protection and added lip does mean an increase in size to an already big phone.  So more then ever the 6 Plus feels like a tablet.  That all said - I do feel much less stress and anxiety using this case especially when I give it to the kids - which I did at the pool - where the iPhone 4S was once shattered.  

     

    It also comes with a belt clip holster - not something I used - but if you are into that kind of thing - it is part of the package. 

     

    Pricing for this is $45.  Tell you what - they sent me an extra case.  If you tweet out a link to this episode or mention it on Facebook - and send me a link to the tweet or Facebook post - I will pick a winner and send out the case to you.  I will pick one winner randomly after the next episode.  So again tweet a link to Ep 328 or Put up a Facebook post - or if you can't do either - then write a review of the show in iTunes and again let me know about the post or review via email - and I will enter you in a chance to win this case.  Since I am paying the postage - limit to US Residents only - sorry.  

     

     

     

     

    47:45

     

    http://bgr.com/2014/11/17/apple-pay-at-whole-

    foods-mcdonalds-walgreens/

     

    Well some early results are in on how Apple pay is doing and at Mcdonalds - Apple Pay is already 50% of its tap to pay transactions.  Same with Walgreens.   Whole Foods put some numbers forward saying it already processes more than 150,000 Apple Pay Transactions. 

     

    And article in the NYtimes pointed out these tid bits - but also pointed out that Apple pay is still far from being a dominant payment system - you think.  It is only a month old and only on the 6 and 6Plus.  But early signs from some key stores do look good.

     

     

    48:37 

     

    VOICEMAIL - Richard_PA_Home_depot_ApplePay

     

    Hi Rob,

    Apple pay works at HD in Beaverton Oregon 

    Regards,

     

    Mark L

     

    Hi Rob,

    In response to Home Depot and Apple Pay question in Tii episode 0327.

    I've used Apple Pay at Home Depot a few times and it works flawlessly. In the self checkout line, I chose credit as the method of payment and just kept my finger on the iPhone home button and the transaction went through with a problem. I've also used it at BJ's, and McDonalds.

    Regards,

    Dennis C

     

     

    Gentlemen thank you and I am happy to say the Home Depot in Overland Park also had ApplePay working fine - oddly enough there was no symbol or sign that it supported Apple Pay or NFC - I just selected pay via Credit card at the self checkout line and then laid the iPhone 6 Plus on the screen for the credit card swipe and it worked. 

     

     

     

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Glen_CA_Apple_pay_thoughts_fdbk

     

    Hi Rob, just wanted to let the listeners who have a H&R Emerald prepaid card that Apple Pay will be coming in January but no date has been set so I'll send another email when I hear that date. Regards Aaron in Vermont.

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Terry_tx_apple_pay_walgreens_thoughts

     

    Hi Rob,

     

    I've trained several cashiers on how it works in the past few weeks! 

     

    Had an interesting experience at a McDonald's drive through. When I got to the window and told the cashier, "I'd like to use apple pay", she said, "Oh you want to add on two apple pies?". 

    Still a lot of work to do! :)

    Regards,

    Donna

     

    Yeah sadly right now - the local McD - does not support Apple pay in the Car line - just in the store.

     

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Gary_leland_quest_apple_pay

     

     

    Hey Rob, I just wanted to comment about what I would love to see come to Apple Pay. It would be awesome if that, not only you got the totals of your transactions in Passbook but, you also got a detailed receipts of what you just purchased. Totally paperless transaction! Then you would have all your receipts in one place. Also, have a print feature that allowed you to print which recipes you needed for your taxes or whatever. 

    Regards,

    Danny R

    Vacaville, CA

     

    Hi Danny - While I agree that would be a nice option - I think Apple is trying hard to keep away from getting that data - they are pushing Privacy and Security along with ease of use as the the three core elements of Apple Pay - and collecting that data would seem to weaken the Privacy item.  

     

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Mari_OH_applePay_stashbot

     

    Hi Rob,

    So my experience with Apple has been awesome, funny and down right pure magic to cashiers. One of my experiences was at BABIES "R" US. I asked the cashier did their particular store support Apple pay, he said no to my surprise, as I waited for him to ring me up, their it was the symbol of truth(NFC pay pass came on the accepted pay screen). So I went for it, to his surprise it worked. He was like, "well a guy tried it before you and it didn't work. I laughed and said under my breath"must of been a android phone"as I walked off. My next try was at McDonald's. I didn't ask if they supported Apple pay this time, I let her do her cashier thing and casually put my phone to the payment pad and "walla" paid in full. The ladies reaction after watching me do this was nothing short of amazement. She asked "how did I do that?what phone did I have? Is the iPhone the only phone that could do that?" She got so distracted by the Apple magic, her manager was trying to get her attention for something else that she was suppose to be doing. This thing that Apple does where they implement meaningful things in our life's is nothing other then pure genius. 

    Regards,

    Saul L

     

    VOICEMAIL - Steve_CA_ApplePay_Vs_CurrenC

     

     

    01:02:06

     

    http://www.pcworld.com/article/2848026/att-kills-the-

    permacookie-stops-tracking-customers-internet-usage-for-now.html

     

    Thanks Dr. John for this next one. Which is that AT&T killed off using the Permacookie for now.  The Permacookie was a way at the network level for AT&T to track where you went on the web - but unlike regular cookies you can turn off - what AT&T was doing was something you have no say over.  The reason for Permacookies is simple - So Advertiser can see what sorts of things you might be interested in and serve up related ads to you.  And again unlike with regular cookies - with permacookies there is no way of removing or blocking them.  It is all carrier side.

     

    Now before you get all mad at AT&T for doing this at all - realize - Verizon is still doing this.  

     

    Actually if you are on Verizon and don't want to be tracked per what you do on the web - then you need to get a VPN or use Wifi or go to Sprint or T-mobile.

     

    Also while AT&T said their initial testing is done - the did not say if this project is done as well - actually saying it quote may still launch a program to sell data collected unquote via permacookies.  

     

    Guess you need to ask if you value privacy or not in your actions.  

     

     

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    The App I recommend for Podcasters is BossJock - while I like the editing option in iAudition - Doing a show in iAudition is not remotely possible like with Bossjock - plus bossjock supports FTP export - and you can edit the ID3 tags when you export as MP3 - something iAudition does not do. Right now and for a limited time Bossjock is on Sale for $6.99 - down from the normal $9.99 price.  

     

     

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    And Before we go today I want to remind you to send in your feedback to the show - 206-666-6364 - that 206-moon-dog - or record your feedback and email it to the show at today in iOS at gmail dot com - The  feedback can be a question or comment per something someone said on this episode or it can be a question or rant you have about something else.  An App or product review - good or bad - as long as it is iOS related - it is welcomed.  I am always looking for new Artwork to feature that you created on an iOS device - just put some Tii branding on it and send it in.  And of course we are always looking for more music created on an iOS device to play on the show.  This is your show and your feedback is greatly desired.  And don't forget to check out our Moderated Google Plus community by going to todayinios dot com slash community.  

     

     

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    Tii - iTem 0327 - iOS 8.1.1 beta 1

    Tii - iTem 0327 - iOS 8.1.1 beta 1

    Give us a call - 1-206-666-6364

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    Links Mentioned in this Episode:

    Today's Sponsor - Lynda.com/tii

    Apple comments on 'Wirelurker' malware

    FireEye Blog

    Exploit lets attackers replace your iPhone's apps with malware

    Apple begins seeding first developer beta of iOS 8.1.1 

    Google+ Community

    Apple Requires iOS8 SDK and 64-bit Support By February

    Apple - iPad Air 2 - Technical Specifications

    GTAT COO Says Apple Used ‘Bait and Switch’ Tactic

    SEC investigating suspicious trading activity of GTAT shares 

    Pioneer releases Apple CarPlay for US and Europe

    Android has beaten Apple in the smartphone wars

    Android Captures 84% Share of Global Smartphone Shipments in Q3 2014

    Microsoft’s Surface being used as an iPad stand 

    Microsoft Surface loses on election night

    You can’t even pay people to use a Microsoft Surface 

    Spritebox - Kickstarter

    The Acme Made Charge Case - Kickstarter

    Pearl: Compact Mirror + USB Rechargeable Battery Pack -  Kickstarter

    Office for iPad and iPhone go free-to-use

    PanGu iOS 8 jailbreak tool

    For some, Apple Pay is an accessibility tool

    Spigen - Air Skin Case

     

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    Slender Man Origins 2

    Letting the Butterflies Go

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    Swype

    Flesky

    Word

    Powerpoint

    Excel

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    Thu, 13 November 2014
    iOS Artwork - iTem 0327 and Episode Transcript
    iOS Artwork - iTem 0327 and Episode Transcript

    TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 327

     

    Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast -  First up I want to thank JEFF for sending in the music you hear in the background. JEFF wrote:

     

    Hi Rob,

    I made this song called Ode to a Sign with my iphone 4s using the GarageBand app. For free downloads and more music follow me @jeffj6 on twitter. 

    Regards,

    Jeff J

    SONG_Ode_to_a_sign.mp3

     

     

     

    Thanks JEFF for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode.   I also want to thank ZACHARY for sending in the Artwork for today's show.  ZACHARY wrote

     

    Hi Rob,

    I used the main ios 8 wallpaper and added text to it using the app instasize  

    Regards,

    Zachary S

     

     

    Well ZACHARY Thanks again for sending in this artwork and folks you can see ZACHARY'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 327 - or if you subscribe via iTunes on your computer as the album artwork 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.  

     

     

    01:59

     

    In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote “Here are four reasons why I don’t think Apple’s stock will see $700 again:

    1. Growth in phones is slowing as competition increases

    2. Margins are shrinking

    3. Apple is losing its innovative edge

    4. Apple may no longer be a growth story”

    Howard Gold, MarketWatch, 1 February 2013

     

    If you adjust for the split Apples stock has seen a price of over $780 this past week - Just Sayin 

     

     

    02:31

     

    For Promo codes - On Ep 326 we offered up chances to win promo codes for the Apps - NOTE-IFY and  SLENDER MAN ORIGINS 2 - we will be giving those out later this week - for more info on these apps go back and listen to the beginning of Ep 326. 

     

     

    This week we have promo codes for the iBook called Letting the butterflies go. Here is the written review from the Author - 

     

    Hi, I just released a comic book memoir to the iBook store in which all the drawings were created on the iPad. I spent the last three years working full-time on the project, importing the digital drawings into Adobe InDesign to create the layouts.  The book is called "Letting the Butterflies Go" and is in two volumes. Volume one is called "Pandora" and is 220 pages. Volume two will be released shortly and is just over 200 pages. Both are in full-color. 

    "Letting the Butterflies Go" depicts my memories: some bright, some gray, some very dark. The lavishly illustrated book immerses the reader in an intense experience not soon forgotten.Regards, "MMJ."

     

    Well thanks to MMJ for her review of her ibook  Letting the butterflies go  and for sending in the promo codes to give away.  Folks if you would like a chance for a promo code for this IBOOK - send an email to todayinos at gmail dot com and put BUTTERFLY in the subject line.

     

     

    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 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.  

     

     

    04:15

     

    http://www.imore.com/heres-why-most-us-dont-have-worry-

    about-wirelurker-malware

     

    So Apple had a couple of Malware / trojan issues that made news the past two weeks.  The first one that broke was about malware called Wirelurker that a who bunch of sites jumped up and down about saying see here is Malware for iOS and making it sound like almost the end of the world for iOS.  Really any article you read or may read about Wirelurker that makes it out to be a real threat - is just completely link baiting.  Who this affected was those in China accessing a 3rd party App store for Mac's and downloading what they new to be pirated software of popular titles for their Mac.  Then once installed - it would wait until you connected and iOS device via a USB cable and then it would attack your iOS device - if it was Jailbroken it was able to install a bunch - if you were not - it could do just a little bit.  But the long of the short - if you were downloading pirated software for your mac from a 3rd party App store in China and you got infected - GOOD you deserved to.  And shame on you for downloading pirated software.  This really is a non issue and Apple actually responded quickly to this quote issue unquote saying the following 

     

    quote "We are aware of malicious software available from a download site aimed at users in China, and we've blocked the identified apps to prevent them from launching. As always, we recommend that users download and install software from trusted sources." unquote

     

    Anyone affected by this and looking to me for sympathy - yeah - keep on looking.   This is one of those things you had to try really really hard to get infected by.  

     

    06:17

     

    http://www.fireeye.com/blog/technical/cyber-exploits/2014/11/

    masque-attack-all-your-ios-apps-belong-to-us.html

     

    The second security issue to make news is actually one you need to be aware of and is the one that really is an issue.

     

    If you think it is strange these two stories broke at the same time - the second story broke because the company FireEye - that discovered this in July and reported it to Apple - was sitting on it - and then when they saw the PR being generated by Wirelurker got jealous and did their own release.  I kid you not - here is what they wrote on the blog

     

    quote  We have notified Apple about this vulnerability on July 26. Recently Claud Xiao discovered the “WireLurker” malware unquote 

     

    Yes they mention the other exploit in their post.  That Said - Apple had multiple iOS releases since July and should have addressed this issue.  

     

    So what is it that FireEye discovered - well they call it Masque Attacks.  Essentially here is how it works - the forces of evil will send out a link saying hey you need to update some popular App and you follow that link to a site they set up - and then using the enterprise Ad-hoc provisioning they can replace any app on your iOS device - and it usually is not the one they said they were updating.   For example it may say upgrade Flappy Birds - but when you go to do the upgrade it is the Gmail app or a banking app that gets upgraded.  This can affect any non-native app on your iOS device.  

     

    The issue exists because iOS 7.1.1 and later does not enforce matching certificates for apps.  So basically what happens is the evil folks replace a good app with one that is malware infested and can be used to collect data from your device.  Even making the UI look the same - which clearly is not good for any apps that deal with your financial info.  

     

    So how do you keep from being a victim of this attack?

     

    According to FireEye

     

    quote 

     

    iOS users can protect themselves from Masque Attacks by following three steps:

    1. 1. Don’t install apps from third-party sources other than Apple’s official App Store or the user’s own organization
    2. 2. Don’t click “Install” on a pop-up from a third-party web page,  no matter what the pop-up says about the app. The pop-up can show attractive app titles crafted by the attacker
    3. 3. When opening an app, if iOS shows an alert with “Untrusted App Developer”, click on “Don’t Trust” and uninstall the app immediately

    unquote

     

     

    This one I consider an issue - as it can trick innocent users into upgrading.  Most of you listening would likely figure something bad is going on - but my mom or wife - not so much.

     

    Of course I may be making this out to be more of an issue than it really is -  the folks at Endgadget had the following to say

     

    quote 

     

    We've reached out to Apple for its response to the flaw. Whatever its solution may be, the practical threat to your iOS gear is relatively low. Perpetrators effectively have to hit the jackpot; they not only need the privileges to install an untrusted app over the web, but your explicit permission. Apple can also disable enterprise apps by revoking certificates, so outbreaks are likely to be limited. You'll still want to exercise caution, but you'll likely be fine so long as you stick to downloading from the App Store.

     

    unquote

     

     

    But now that it is public knowledge and the details are out on how it works - expect other forces of evil to quickly work to get out more of these targeted attacks.  

     

    Not sure what Apple was waiting on for this one - but hopefully iOS 8.1.1 has a fix for it and is released ASAP.

     

     

    http://www.engadget.com/2014/11/11/masque-attack-ios-exploit/

     

     

    10:46

     

    http://appadvice.com/appnn/2014/11/apple-begins-seeding-first-

    developer-beta-of-ios-8-1-1-including-fixes-and-improvements

     

     

    Hi Rob -

    I updated my iPad 2 and iPhone 5S to iOS8 as soon as it was released. The iPhone runs fine, but the operation of my iPad has become strange. Operation is sometimes halty while trying to open apps or attempt to navigate screens. 

    A prime example is when I try to open Angry Birds Rio when the screen goes black and I usually have to reboot my iPad to try again. During that reboot my lock screen seems to hang to black momentarily too. What is going on. Is there a fix?

    Ed K

    Columbus OH

     

    Well Ed that leads us into this next story from Michael and others.  Which is that Apple has already done a beta release to devs for iOS 8.1.1 

     

    Now it also looks like the beta release is no longer available in the iTunes Dev Center and that it looks to have gone away just about the same time that news broke about Masque Attack vulnerability - That could be a co-oincednce and iOS 8.1.1 will be released this week or next or it could mean Apple said - Oh noooo - and pulled it back to add in the patch for the Masque attack.  

     

    One of the main things 8.1.1 beta said it addressed was performance improvements for the iPad 2 and iPhone 4S.  

     

    Hopefully more on this story shortly.  And really don't be surprised if 8.1.1 is out by the time you hear this.  Also don't be surprised if it is not - and it was pulled back to attack the Masque attack.  Obviously I am hoping for the later.  

     

     

    Also one of thing 8.1.1 is also supposed to fix is the vulnerability used in the latest Pangu Jailbreak. If you want to jailbreak - update to 8.1 ASAP and do not update to 8.1.1 when available.  

     

      

    12:44

     

    Thanks again to lynda for sponsoring this episode - if you go to lynda dot com slash tii - that is l y n d a dot com slash tii - you will get a free 10 day trial to their service.  Yes you heard that right the free trial is now 10 days instead of just 7.  Sign up on a Friday evening - you get that whole weekend and the following weekend as well.  You can go through a lot of Video tutorials in 10 days.  And Lynda offers over 2,000 high quality video courses taught by industry experts.

     

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    One thing I look forward each week is the email from Lynda listing some of the new tutorials available - this week the one that jumped out at me is Drawing on the iPad with Adobe Sketch by Tony Harmer.  This is a 1 Hour 11 minute video tutorial to help you learn the ins and outs of Adobe Sketch, how to pick a good stylus, Creating projects, adding reference images and more.  

     

     

    The one me and my son are watching now is iOS App development with Swift Essential Training - it is 5 hours and 48 minutes of video tutorials on building iOS 8 apps with swift. 

     

    Of course there are many many other video tutorials covering any major software or business skill you need to learn.  

     

     

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    15:04 

     

    Voicemail - Ron_OH_Answr_flashbrowser_photon

     

    Hey Rob,

    Here's a good tip for finding places that will accept Apple Pay. There's a free app in the App Store calledMasterCard Nearby that you can use to show retailers that have contactless payment, which Apple Pay works with. It may not be all-inclusive, but a good approximation. Thanks for the show. 

    Regards,

    Lou V

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    On Ep 326, a caller mentioned having limited iCloud storage and not being able to back up. There are a couple of things I would mention.

    First, under iCloud->Storage->Manage Storage, you can choose what gets backed up on the device. Maybe turn off some apps that store data you don't need backed up.

     

    Second, make sure you don't have backups lingering for devices you no longer own or renamed. Those iCloud backups remain until you delete them.

     

    Third, photos and video generally take up the majority of space for me. If you are using iCloud Drive that space is shared among all of your devices. Your photo library won't back up per device any more because all of your photos are already in iCloud and on all of your devices.

    My backups went from 5-6 gig to well under 2 gig per device when I enabled iCloud Drive. My iPhones back up about 700 Meg now and the iPads are about 1.5 Gig. I have a 12 gig Photo Library. Using optimized storage, even with all photos and videos on all devices now, iCloud Drive uses less data per device than photo library did.

    Regards,

    Myron U

     

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    18:18

     

    https://plus.google.com/communities/105412562215997292912?cfem=1

     

     

    We are now well over 1,600 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 with lots of comments that went up since the last episode came out is from Myron Uecker - who asked the following

     

    Quote Am I the only one finding Swype to be slower than just typing? Whenever I use Swype I have to think about the word in advance. It seems to come more natural when I'm typing the words out. Of course, I generally just use two hands and I think Swype is better for single-handed use once you master it. unquote

     

    There were a bunch of responses most were agreement with Myron's comments.  A couple said they like swype but there is a learning curve.  But most people seem to prefer the Apple native keyboard.  There was also a vote in there for Flesky.  Long of the short - it sound like there is a learning curve for swype and you need to commit to it for a couple of weeks to get through that learning curve.  That is a pretty big request of users.  Maybe the key reason it is so popular on Android is that the native keyboard is so bad.  And on iOS with the new Predictive keyboard the difference between it and Swype is not that big - and Swype has a bigger learning curve.  Thanks to all that responded on that.  

     

     

     

    - And since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android 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 1600+ of you already in the community and contributing. 

     

     

    20:12

     

    http://www.chupamobile.com/blog/2014/10/23/apple-requires-

    ios8-sdk-64-bit-support-february-1st/

     

    If you are an App dev - and your current app you are working on does not use the iOS 8 SDK and support 64 bit - it will need to if you plan on submitting it to iTunes Feb 1st or later.   Similar to last year when they made you go with iOS 7 SDK - so that is not really news - but this time they are saying no more 32 bit only apps for review - they must be universal - Again this is for submitting to review for new Apps or version of current apps - this will not affect those apps already in the store. 

     

    Even if you don't plan on releasing a new version of your app any time soon - it is a good idea to update to the iOS 8 / universal build - that way if you have to release an update to fix some unknown bug you are ready to go.  

     

     

    21:12

     

    http://www.apple.com/ipad-air-2/specs/

     

     

     

    From Michael The iPad Air 2 has 2 mic holes and so close to each  by the same corner, how come no one is talking about that! And why did they ditch the switch!? 

     

    Michael - I would guess the ditching of the switch is just an iPad thing - for the iPhone I fully expect the switch to be around for quite some time - as the phrase please silent your phones - is not going away any time soon.  And having a switch to quickly mute your phone would be a huge info if removed.  

     

    However removing the switch on your iPad -yeah almost no one complained about that.  

     

    Per the mic holes - I have no idea why they are close - but there are also mic holes two of them near the camera as well. So lots of Mic orrifices to go around on the iPad Air 2.  

     

     

    22:24

     

    http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2014-11-07/gt-advanced-coo-

    says-apple-used-bait-and-switch-tactic.html

     

    Oh more dirt in the GTAT bankruptcy hearing.  GTAT claims quote With a classic bait-and-switch strategy, Apple presented GTAT with an onerous and massively one-sided deal in the fall of 2013, When GTAT’s management expressed obvious concerns to Apple regarding the deal terms during the contract negotiations, Apple responded that similar terms are required for other Apple suppliers and that GTAT should ‘Put on your big boy pants and accept the agreement.’” unquote

     

    Ok - Not sure what rule of Business negotiation it is - but when someone tells you to put on your big boys pants and accept the deal - the appropriate reply is to flip them the Bird and stop the negotiations.  

     

    Of course Apple countered saying that it quote “committed to put at risk up to $2 billion in connection with this project” unquote Apple went on to say that it bent over backward to work with GTAT . Apple even made payments when GTAT failed to meet deadlines

     

    Oh this story is going to provide great sound bites for months if not years to come. 

     

     

    23:42

     

    http://www.tuaw.com/2014/11/07/sec-investigating-suspicious-

    trading-activity-of-gt-advanced-sha/?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000602

     

    And speaking of GTAT File this next one under - Wow never saw that one coming category. And it is that the SEC is investigating GTAT's Execs for suspicious trading activity. As we said previously on the show - We are not saying those stock dumps leading up to Apples Sept 9th announcement by the CEO and COO of GTAT were insider trading - but they were insiders and they were trading. That the SEC is investigating this is really a shocker for no one.  The only shocker in this case is if the SEC finds they did nothing wrong and it was simply a coincidence they dumped all their stock right before it became public that Apple was not going to use their product on the iPhone which would then lead to their need to file for Bankruptcy.  Nope not saying it was insider trading - that's for the SEC to decide.  

     

     

    25:37

     

    http://www.zdnet.com/pioneer-releases-apple-carplay-for-us-

    and-europe-vehicle-dashboards-7000034286/

     

     

    Thanks to Dr. John for this next one.

     

    Are you starting to look for the perfect gift for yourself or someone you know that drives a lot - but a new car is out of the question - Well Pioneer released Apple Carplay for US and European Vehicle Dashboards.  Pioneer actually released a firmware update for five units in its NEX line - so you might already have it if you already have an NEX line system. 

     

    If you don't have one - then for just $700 to $1,400 dollars you can get one for your car.  

     

    If you are in Europe the product line is not called NEX - but rather AVIC - and AVH series - to see the specific ones look for the link in the show note titled Pioneer releases Apple CarPlay for Ep 327

     

    If anyone has purchased this or updated the firmware to get CarPlay - please call in with a review. 

     

     

    26:49

     

    http://www.computerworld.com/article/2842019/android-

    has-beaten-apple-in-the-smartphone-wars.html

     

    Show me the Market Share - Oh what a great line from Jerry Maguire.  Along with you had me at Classic Ring tone 

     

    Well I think Show me the Market Share was the quote because that is all I hear from the Android Fan boys - With Strategy Analytics reporting that Android captured 84% of Global Smartphone shipments in Q3 2014.  Apple was second with 12.3%.  What else did Strategy Analytics say well there was this quote The Android platform is getting overcrowded with hundreds of hardware brands, Android smartphone prices are falling worldwide, and few Android device vendors make profits. unquote

     

    Show me the Market share baby.

     

    Oh if you are curious about where the Money is - well that is mostly over on Apples side - Latest estimates have Apple well over 75% of the total profits of global smartphones.  Basically Apples Profits share is close to Android's Market share.  Which one would you rather have. 

     

    http://blogs.strategyanalytics.com/WSS/post/2014/10/31/Android-

    Captures-84-Share-of-Global-Smartphone-Shipments-in-

    Q3-2014.aspx

     

    27:56

     

    http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/the-switch/wp/2014/11/05/

    cnns-election-night-coverage-featured-microsofts-surface-being-

    used-as-an-ipad-stand/

     

    I love this next story many sent in - seems on Election night in the US - Microsoft worked really hard to get product placement of their Surface tablets - Especially on CNN - and you would see all of the surface tablets with their kickstands propped out.  

     

    What some eagle eye viewers also saw was one of the CNN hosts using the Surface tablet to prop up her iPad.  Another shot showed a different host with his iPad laying in front of the Surface.  

     

    Doooohhh - So all that product placement Mojo - turned into Mojo jo jo  the next few days when the pictures started working their ways around the inter webs.  

     

     

    http://www.theverge.com/2014/11/5/7160115/microsoft-surface-

    loses-on-election-night-as-cnn-commentators-use-it

     

    http://appadvice.com/appnn/2014/11/you-cant-even-pay-people-

    to-use-a-microsoft-surface

     

     

    28:50

     

    Voicemail - Rob_WA_Freez_issue_6Plus_128gb

     

    VOICEMAIL - Mike_MI_iPhone6Plus_compass_issue

     

     

    Rob, 

    I love the tii app! My 1st iPhone was the 5 in 9/2012. Now the iPhone 6 Plus, 128gb. Listening to the old episodes is like having a time machine. I just found your podcast a few months ago. I wish I could go back in time and get the iPhone 1. Tortured myself with HTC EVO 2010-2012. 

    Regards.

    Gregg M

     

    Hi Rob,

    We will be travelling over Thanksgiving to a place in which there is neither wifi nor internet access. Is there any device which will create a little wifi so devices can  be used without eating a lot of data or is this pie in the sky?

    Regards,

    Jan B

     

    Voicemail - Karl_MI_question_3rdParty_keyboards

     

     

    35:31

     

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/

    1369331952/spritebox-create-share-and-

    play-mobile-games

     

    Hi Rob,

    Sauce Digital just launched a Kickstarter campaign to crowdfund the production of Spritebox - an iOS app for creating games on iPhone or iPad, without code.

    Spritebox aims to put games creation at the fingertips of everyone.

    Best Regards

    Morgan Davies

    Director

    Sauce Digital

     

    And if you search in Kickstarter for Spritebox - one word - you will find this project which has until December 3rd at 11:25 AM CT to get funded - which sadly it does not look like it will - as they have a goal of $45,000 Pounds and to date have raised less than 1,000 Pounds.  

     

    It is sad - it looked like a nice app slash tool for developing games.  

     

    Their description of their project is the following quote 

     

    Spritebox is a mobile gaming ecosystem for creating and playing games that, with your help, will launch on iPhone and iPad.

    The foundation of Spritebox is a mobile app, that provides;

    • A system for creating great games on your mobile device, with zero code.
    • A community for sharing your games with.
    • A platform for playing all the games created by the community.

    A system for creating great games on your mobile device, with zero code.

     

    unquote 

     

    I will not go over the awards or pricing - as again this one is not likely to happen - but if you are interested in this - I would suggest you go and fund it now and start spreading the word.  

     

    Search for Spritebox one word at kickstarter dot com. 

     

    37:14

     

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/252721823/the-acme-

    made-charge-case-for-iphone-6-and-iphone

     

    Thanks to Michael for this next one. Which is yet another iPhone case. This time for the iPhone 6 and 6Plus

     

    It is called The Acme made Charge Case - it had a very modest goal of $5,000 - and they have over $6,000 pledged - so this one is go.  You have until December 8th at 5:05 AM CT to fund it.

     

    What is it about this case that is its point of differentiation - well it stores a lightening to USB cable in the back of the case behind the kickstand.  So it is a think case with a nice charge and sync cord available to you anytime.

     

    Pricing on this is now $35 for one.  There are still some 2 for $50 pledges left as well.

     

    As is normal - I am not the best salesperson on this - but if you would like to learn more look for The Acme Made Charge Case at kickstarter dot com or in the show notes for ep 327 at today in iOS dot com.

     

     

    38:24

     

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hypershop/pearltm-

    compact-mirror-usb-rechargeable-battery-pa?ref=email

     

    Thanks to Daniel Saul from the google+ community for the heads up on this next Kickstarter project.  Which is called the Pearl Compact Mirror and USB rechargeable Battery Pack - which you guessed it - is a Compact mirror / Rechargeable battery pack.  This one had a goal of $30,000 - not surprisingly they have blasted past that and are well over $40,000 and counting.  If you want in on this one you have until Wednesday December 3rd at 2:00 AM Central Time to pledge.  

     

    They have a few different colors - Red, Silver or Gold.  Pricing is $25 while they last.  And that gets you a unit by Christmas.  And yes - this is one I actually did fund.  Hey any chance I can get a Christmas Present for the wife - I am all over it.  And they are guaranteeing Christmas Delivery - for a few more units of each color.  I went with silver.   Shhhh - don't tell my wife.

     

    Per the battery Pack - it is a 3000 mAh battery pack - and there is a light around the mirror - so it is actually a really nice compact as well.  Given my wife is often running low on her charge - I can see this as something she will get a lot of use out of. Assuming she reminds me she used it and it gets charged back up.  

     

    Per those behind this kickstarter project - they are also the same folks that did the iStick project that shipped earlier this year.  

     

    Search for Pearl at kickstarter dot com or in the show notes for ep 327 at today in iOS dot com

     

    Ok -Breaking news on this project.  As I mentioned I funded this - and earlier today I received the following email from developers of this campaign

     

    quote 

    Thank you for being a backer of our Kickstarter project, Pearl™: Compact Mirror + USB Rechargeable Battery Pack.

    We were just informed a few hours ago by Kickstarter Copyright that an individual filed a copyright infringement claim against our invention.

    The claim is baseless, false and ridiculous. Unfortunately Kickstarter Rules requires us to file a counter-claim, which we just did, prior to sending this message.

     

    We are now working with Kickstarter Copyright to resolve this matter as soon as possible, within the next few days, if not the next few hours. As we have reached our funding goal, we are still committed to producing the Pearls and get them delivered to the early birds before Christmas and the rest in January 2015.

    unquote

     

    42:21

     

    http://arstechnica.com/apple/2014/11/office-for-ipad-goes-

    free-to-use-now-supports-the-iphone-too/

     

    Seems Microsoft is finally getting serious about their iOS Apps for Office.  They updated them to editing without an Office 365 subscription.  You do still need a Microsoft account - but it can be a free account.  Also - Excel, Word and PowerPoint apps are all now Universal.  

     

    Note that while the apps are free to use - there are quite a few features that will require an office 365 paid subscription.  

     

    This all said - you can also view and edit Excel, Word and Powerpoint Docs with Numbers, Pages and Keynote apps on your iOS devices.  And those apps are free. 

     

    HOWEVER - I would guess with Powerpoint - there are still issues when exporting from Keynote to Powerpoint - so if you are looking at needing to quickly review and make minor edits to a Powerpoint, Excel or Pages doc - these updates make that possible and for that reason if you are in the business world - you should at least download these apps to your iOS devices to have them ready.  

     

     

    43:36

     

    Voicemail - Kevin_CA_Review_CASE_Spigen

     

    Hi Rob,

    Sam's Club to offer iPhone 6 and iPad Air at $100 off during special sale event on Nov. 15

    Regards,

    Michael,

     

    Thanks Michael for the heads up - I will either go over the black Friday / Thanksgiving specials next episode or the one I do the week of Thanksgiving.  But looks like Target and others are already leaking their special deals - again more later in the month. 

     

     

     

    Hello Rob, I really enjoy you podcast . I bought the app a few years ago, worth the money, I have paid for apps in the past and regretted it but I use your app all the time to listen to your show.  I DK if it's true but I heard is free now but does not bother me at all because I've gotten plenty of use out of it and much information keep up the good work. 

    I have a question for you Rob, I have a jailbroken iPhone five running iOS 7.0 .4. I have A lot of tweaks and apps I got from Cydia and they still work just fine. 

    The problem is I cannot find the Cydia icon anywhere, i've done spotlight search I even went page by page cannot find it anywhere. I have a bunch of repo's like sinful iPhone and others. So I am unable to download anything else from Cydia, as a previously stated, everything I downloaded previously still works. The main reason I jailbroke west to use my MyWi7 or tether me so I'm able to use my iPhone five as a hotspot for my iPad and it still works. Do you have any suggestions on how I can get the Cydia  icon back on my iPhone 5 ? 

    Regards,

    Christopher T

     

     

     

    Hi rob, 

    I am on 7.1.1 and jailbreak. I want to upgrade to 8.1 and jailbreak. Is it safe? Should I do it? What are your thoughts about it?

    Thanks,

    Alon from Israel 

     

    Hi Alon - at this point probably best to update to iOS 8.1 and jailbreak before Apple releases 8.1.1 and probably breaks the Pangu jailbreak 

     

    Voicemail - Rich_NY_issue_icloud_account

     

    Voicemail - Rich_NY_Part2

     

     

    50:55

     

    http://en.pangu.io

     

    Hi Rob what do you think about the Pangu8 jailbreak? There have been some recent updates to it. It looks like the biteSMS team is working on their app for it as well. I'm thinking that as soon as its available for the Mac, I may wait a few days for any updates and then go ahead and do it. Thoughts? I've always been a sucker for the aesthetic changes, themes and whatnot, available through jailbreak. If anyone else wants to chime in, please do. 

    Regards,

    Ryan L

     

    Well - if you are someone looking to jailbreak - good news Pangu now has both Mac and Windows versions available to do the Jailbreak.

     

    Some quick advice - if you are on iOS 7.x and jailbroken and wanting to upgrade to iOS 8 - now is the time before Apple goes to 8.1.1 - upgrade now to 8.1 and then re-jailbreak.

     

    If you are thinking of it and are at 8.1 - when iOS 8.1.1 comes out - don't upgrade.

     

    When you finally do go to jailbreak - make sure you iPhone is in Airplane mode and Find my iPhone is turned off.  And well of course make sure you did a full back up before hand and all apps you forced quit before starting the Jailbreak.  

     

    Also don't be surprised if the App quits out on your a few times - and takes a while. I tried to do the Jailbreak tonight on my iPhone 4S before the show - mistake.  It seemed to lock up and get stuck on Step 2 of 6 in the jailbreak.  

     

    The software is pretty straight forward - you download the Mac or PC version then open on your computer.  IF on a mac - you may need to change your security settings to allow for opening of an app downloaded from the internet from a non trusted source.  Go to System Preferences select Security and Privacy and then select the little lock symbol in the lower left on the General screen and change Allow Applications downloaded from - Anywhere.  Once done with the Jailbreak remember to change that back to your old settings. 

     

    Then once done - go to the Cydia app and download your favorite JB Apps and Tweaks.  Like this recommendation.  

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    AppLocker is Back. Great to lock individual Apps. Unlike the Main Password Lock. Turn that off and lock each App that needs locking. Lock whole folders too. Lock on the Fly. Enter Jiggle Mode and touch the Lock to lock… and locks the AppLocker itself to prevent unwanted changes in Settings. 

    Great Mod.. 

    Regards,

    - Chris in London

     

     

    53:59

     

    http://www.tuaw.com/2014/11/11/for-some-apple-pay-is-an-accessibility-tool/

     

     

     

    Thanks to Tash for the heads up on this next one.  Which is an article from TUAW about Apple pay how it is an accessibility tool.

     

    They had a good quote from Steven Aquino who has cerebral palsey and he describes how Apple Pay makes it easier for him to pay for items at the store.  

     

    quote 

    More than security and convenience, Apple Pay has another huge advantage: accessibility. I've used Apple Pay twice now since iOS 8.1 shipped last week, and it's been every bit as easy - and dare I say, magical - as Tim Cook hyped it to be at the September press event. But more than that, Apple Pay has the potential to be such an asset to the disabled. In my case, as someone with low vision and (mild) cerebral palsy, no longer do I have to fumble around my wallet trying to find my credit card or struggle with swiping my card into the terminal. All I do is pull my phone out of my pocket, rest my thumb on the home button, and I'm done. No eye strain, no dexterity issues, nothing. Just tag and go.

    unquote

     

    This is one thing we had not touched on previously about ApplePay - and Thanks again Tash for the heads up on this article.

     

    55:17 

     

    VOICEMAIL - Jim_PA_Apple_Pay_Purchase

     

    Voicemail - John_OR_CurrentC_fdbk

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    Firstly, awesome work on the “good vs. evil” title on the ApplePay PDF. I won’t go into details here, but the MCX implementation sounds like a really bad deal for customers, let alone customers who have trouble scanning bar codes. Even though I don’t have a device capable of it, I’m firmly hoping for Applepay all the way.

    I called Apple when the battery replacement program for the iPhone 5 first came out, and the representative assured me that my battery would still be replaced, even after the two-year purchase date of my iPhone had passed. I don’t have an Apple store anywhere remotely close to school, and (wow, we’re in 2014) didn't feel comfortable without my phone for the ten business days it would have taken to do mail-in repair. I just went home and took it in last weekend and had it swapped with no trouble at all. Now my battery life is awesome; about a day and a half, without bluetooth on and I’m ready for the new Continuity features.

    My customer service experience has always been great with apple.

    Regards,

    Chelsea

     

    Voicemail - Dave_NJ_CVS_RiteAid_leave_at_counter

     

     

    To the email bag an I paraphrase on this one: 

     

    Hi Rob,

    Did you just recommend people leave there stuff at the counter for an employee to have to put back? This will at the very least inconvenience workers and probably make them work late etc.  

     

    Ohhh - Good point - OVER TIME - the Bain of any company - I was just thinking about the missed sales opportunity - but OVER TIME is soooo much more effective - Good Point  - Thanks for pointing out that extra benefit of leaving it at the counter.

     

    Of course some might think it is childish to leave it at the counter - but is it any more childish then turning off the NFC readers and saying sorry this is my toy and you can not play with it - just sayin.

     

    Voicemail - Scott_KY_mobile_pay_non_iP6

     

    VOICEMAIL - Joe_NY_HD_Blocking_Apple_Pay

     

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    And Before we go today I want to remind you to send in your feedback to the show - 206-666-6364 - that 206-moon-dog - or record your feedback and email it to the show at today in iOS at gmail dot com - The  feedback can be a question or comment per something someone said on this episode or it can be a question or rant you have about something else.  An App or product review - good or bad - as long as it is iOS related - it is welcomed.  I am always looking for new Artwork to feature that you created on an iOS device - just put some Tii branding on it and send it in.  And of course we are always looking for more music created on an iOS device to play on the show.  This is your show and your feedback is greatly desired.  And don't forget to check out our Moderated Google Plus community by going to todayinios dot com slash community.  

     

     

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    Tii - iTem 0326 - MCX and CurrentC are evil

    Tii - iTem 0326 - MCX and CurrentC are evil

    Give us a call - 1-206-666-6364

    Send us email - todayinios@gmail.com

     

    Links Mentioned in this Episode:

    Today's Sponsor - Harry's.com - Promo Code = tii

    CVS and Rite Aid block Apple Pay 

    A closer look at CurrentC

    Apple Pay being shut out by retailers

    Apple Pay Is Disabled by Rite Aid and CVS 

    Blocking Apple Pay Is a Stupid Move for Retailers

    The Apple Pay refuseniks at CVS won’t win this battle

    CurrentC Hacked - Business Insider

    Tim Cook on Apple Pay: 'We're already No. 1' in mobile payments

    More proof AT&T is clueless/evil

    Feds: AT&T misled millions on 'unlimited' data plans

    iPhone 6 Plus users report persistent unexplained crashing

    Google+ Community

    SPI 2014: Sapphire yield issues brought GTAT down

    GT Advanced blames Apple for one-sided sapphire contract

    Did GTAT Just Have Bad Management Or Did Apple Do Them In?

    xPrintServer - an iOS Print Server for iPhone and iPad Printing

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    iOS Artwork - iTem 0326 and Episode Transcript
    iOS Artwork - iTem 0326 and Episode Transcript

    TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 326

     

    Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast -  First up I want to thank JEFF for sending in the music you hear in the background. JEFF wrote:

     

    Hi Rob,

    I made this song called I Think You're Evil with my iphone 4s using the GarageBand app. For free downloads and more music follow me @jeffj6 on twitter. 

    Regards,

    Jeff J

    SONG_Rust.mp3

     

     

     

    Thanks JEFF for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode.   I also want to thank ANTHONY for sending in the Artwork for today's show.  ANTHONY wrote

     

    Hi Rob,

    I made this photo using the new iPad Air 2 wallpaper and the Fotor app on my iPhone 6 to add text and make slight lighting adjustments. Enjoy the the show and keep up the great work. 

    Regards,

    Anthony W. 

    Springfield, MO

     

     

    Well ANTHONY Thanks again for sending in this artwork and folks you can see ANTHONY'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 326 - or if you subscribe via iTunes on your computer as the album artwork 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.  

     

     

    02:13

     

    In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote ““Sorry Apple, the BlackBerry Z10 Is Hotter Than the iPhone”

    Jesus Diaz, Gizmodo, 28 January 2013

     

    Why is the tech press just so anxious to bet against Apple?  I mean common - really how many puppies could Steve Jobs have actually drowned of theirs - because it really does seem too many tech journalists are like Mr Diaz and just completely biased against Apple that they prop up any crap as being better than the latest iPhone or Apple product -  Just Sayin

     

     

    02:51

     

    This week we have promo codes for a couple of Apps.  The first is for the APP - NOTE-IFY - formerly FNotes. Here is the written review from the Dev - 

     

    Note-ify - formerly Fnotes is a simple, beautiful and usable notes app with reminders.  Notes are customizable so you can change fonts, themes, and color of notes.  Also you can set a password to lock down your notes and protect your data.  There is automatic back up of notes and you can synchronize notes across your devices using Dropbox.  You can also set up folders to better manage your notes.  The App again is Note-ify - spelled - N O T E dash I F Y.  

     

    Well thanks to Sergey for his review of HIS App NOTE-IFY and for sending in the promo codes to give away.  Folks if you would like a chance for a promo code for this app - send an email to todayinos at gmail dot com and put NOTE-IFY in the subject line.

     

    The Second item we have promo code for is the App - SLENDER MAN ORIGINS 2 -  Here is the review from the dev - PLAY PROMO CODE - SLENDER

    Thanks to the Dev for sending in his review of his APP SLENDER MAN ORIGINS 2  and for sending in the promo codes to give away.  Folks if you would like a chance for a promo code for this APP - send an email to todayinos at gmail dot com and put SLENDER in the subject line. 

     

    As Always - just send in one email for one specific APP.  If you send in multiple emails or ask for multiple  APPS in a single email - then well - No Soup for you. 

     

     

    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 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.  

     

     

    05:34

     

    http://www.cultofmac.com/300951/cvs-rite-aid-block-

    apple-pay-mobile-wallet-war-heats/

     

    Hi Rob, Apple pay is increasingly becoming my favorite form of transactions and I'm even finding myself going an extra mile or so to go to the store that supports it. With stores like Rite Aid and CVS turning off NFC to block Apple Pay and Google wallet in favor of CurrentC could Apple and Google block their App from their App stores in retaliation? Seems like that would be the perfect counter strike. What are your thoughts on this?

    Regards,

    Aaron's i6

     

     

    Thanks to Aaron and everyone else that sent in links or asked about this - which was really a lot of people and it is about a subject that hit a nerve with a lot of you and with me as well and that is the stories about CVS and Rite Aid working very hard to help Walgreens increase their customer base and extend their lead in market share in the US. And CVS and Rite Aid are helping Walgreens - by blocking Apple Pay and Google Wallet also - If this felt like a slap in the face to All iPhone  6 and 6Plus customers - you would be correct. Yes - Yes it was. make no mistake this had nothing - zero % to do with google wallet - it sat their with dismal use for two years - it was Apple Pay and only Apple Pay that caused this situation.  

     

    I reached out to CVS to ask about why they did this - here was their I am sure canned response to me.

    Quote

    Hello Rob,

    I have received your email regarding our inability to accept ApplePay or other mobile payments that use NFC technology. Your feedback is appreciated and will be taken into consideration while we are in the process of evaluating mobile payment options for our customers. Please accept my sincerest apology for any inconvenience.

    Donna

    CVS Customer Relations

    unquote

     

    I appreciate that there was a reply - but the reply was a non-answer.  CVS consider this If I now have to choose between going to Walgreens or CVS going forward - it is an easy choice - I am going where they support Apple Pay. Little by little others will make that decision. Any time you are a retail store and you do things that are not customer friendly it definitely bites you in the arse.

     

    Some are writing in and saying we should boycott CVS and Rite Aid - But I say take it one step further - Leave it at the counter.  In other words go to CVS or Rite Aid and gather up what you planned on buying - and then go to pay with ApplePay - and when they say they don't accept it - Smile say - oh that is a shame - I am going to Walgreens - and then say have a nice day and walk out.  Be polite - it is not the person behind the counter making this call.  But if enough people do this - they will be able to see how many sales they voided and in turn how much business they are loosing.  That is something when you boycott they can only estimate.  

     

    If CVS and Rite Aid get enough reports of people leaving it at the counter - they might reconsider faster.

     

    Fact is if you do nothing it probably will not matter - because any time a decision like this that is made to hurt the interests of the consumer is done by a retail store - it is a decision that either is reversed or causes the company to go out of business.  Guess the question is which one will happen for CVS and Rite Aid - eating of humble pie or the path GTAT took to bankruptcy - either way - If you own CVS and Rite Aid stock - yeah - not something I would be recommending you hold on to now. 

     

     

    That was the gloss over it part of this story - here is some more details on this story.  And the reason I held the details to the end is when I tell you the details you may find it to hard to believe.  

     

    Seems CVS, Rite Aid, Walmart, Target, Shell, Bed Bath and Beyond, Dunkin Donuts, Gap, Sears, Wendys and others are part of Consortium that they call MCX - but to keep it short we will just call them the Axis of Evil.  Seems the Axis of evil has their own Mobile payment system in the works called CurrentC- that will not be launched until 2015.  And this is where it gets really hard to believe - Their technology is based on QR codes - Yes - I said that right QR codes - nope no need to hit the 15 or 30 sec back button - QR codes and rather than work with your credit card - it works directly with your checking account.  Because yes we all want a QR code based payment system tied to our banking accounts - YIKES.  Their system is not as secure as Apple Pay and not any where as user friendly As Apple Pay - but it does allows all the companies to share all the data they gather on you.  Wait thats not a good thing - well not to the consumer who values his or her privacy.  This system benefits one group -  The retailers.  There is no benefit for the consumers, it is not as secure and works with your checking account - and is really really convoluted to use.  This is how you use CurrentC - with a tip of the cap to Jay Carroll

     

    1 - unlock your phone

    2 - open the CurrentC app

    3  - select "pay"

    4  - scan the store QR code

    5 - let the cashier scan your QR code

    6 - have the money be deducted from your checking account with limited fraud protection

    7 - let that store and every other store in the consortium track and share all your purchases oh and also your health information"

     

    Yikes - So Mrs. Lincoln other than that how was the play.

     

     

    At the end of the day - CurrentC - will not even get a C grade - It will be CurrentF.  This will not take off - it will be a horrible failure - and on top of that CVS and Rite Aid - get huge black eyes over being the idiots that actually turned off their already working NFC payment systems.   

     

    WalMart who is leading the Axis of Evil Payment system had this to say when asked why they were against Apples Payment system

     

    Quote There are certainly a lot of compelling technologies being developed, which is great for the mobile-commerce industry as a whole. Ultimately, what matters is that consumers have a payment option that is widely accepted, secure and developed with their best interests in mind. MCX member merchants already collectively serve a majority of Americans every day. MCX’s members believe merchants are in the best position to provide a mobile solution because of their deep insights into their customers’ shopping and buying experiences. unquote

     

    Or in other words - Walmart did not answer the question.  Because the only mobile payment system that has ever been developed with the consumers best interest in mind is Apple Pay - Not Google Wallet and definitely not Current F or Current C from the Axis of Evil.  

     

    The whole goal of Retail is to quickly and easily separate your customer from their money.  ApplePay achieves that goal CurrentC definitely does not - and as such ultimately it will get pressure from internal members to kill this beast before it kills them.  I would bet some of those members are glad Apple Pay is here to help kill the beast.  Will be interesting to see the first Axis of Evil member stand up and publicly defend ApplePay and talk trash about CurrentC.

     

    I put together an info graphic on who supports Apple Pay - The forces of Good.  And who is blocking Apple Pay - The Axis of Evil. This info graphic is available as a PDF in the Tii App.  The original had one mistake - it had Starbucks in there for Apple Pay - but that is not the case in the stores - just online.  

     

    http://www.tuaw.com/2014/10/27/a-closer-look-at-

    currentc-the-reason-why-cvs-and-rite-aid-are-d/

     

    http://appadvice.com/?p=580146

     

    http://www.nytimes.com/2014/10/27/technology/personaltech/

    2-drug-chains-disable-apple-pay-as-a-rival-makes-plans-.html

     

    http://mashable.com/2014/10/27/apple-pay-block-is-terrible/

     

    http://www.computerworld.com/article/2839088/the-

    apple-pay-refuseniks-at-cvs-won-t-win-this-battle.html

     

    15:20

     

    http://www.businessinsider.com/currentc-hacked-2014-10

     

     

    And the perfect storm for CurrentC - first it is shown to be Possed spawn of the Evil Axis of Retailers - and now it is shown to be hackable. As they just sent out an email saying some of their beta users emails were obtained by hackers that broke into their system. Yikes. 

     

    Now some may think I am giving CurrentC some unfair coverage - but lets look at their Privacy Policy and it reveals that signing up will require your "driver's license number, Social Security number, date of birth" and more "to authenticate your identity." Then it connects to your Checking account - The CurrentC app promises it doesn't use such information quote for marketing purposes. unquote 

     

    MCX is free to share with marketers and other companies the rest of the data it collects: your name, home address, email, phone number and actual location at all times. Aside from payments, the app will also help stores better track shoppers to target them for advertisements.   Just Peachy.  

     

    Anyone who signs up for CurrentC is just plain dumb - I mean D U M B - Dumb.  CurrentC has already been hacked - and CurrentC requires all your personal info a hacker would need to take over all your finances.  THIS WILL NOT END WELL.  Run away - run away as fast as you can.

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Justin_PA_fdbk_applePay_MCX

     

     

    19:20

     

    http://www.mercurynews.com/business/ci_26813689/apple-

    ceo-tim-cook-says-apple-pay-success

     

     

    So how is ApplePay doing so far - well according to Tim Cook - who was told by the Credit Card companies - ApplePay is already the number one most used Mobile payment system and it is not even close for the others.  Actually what Tim said was quote We're already No. 1. We're more than the total of the other guys, unquote.  

     

    Seems like this two week old - is already the 800 Pound Gorilla in the room. 

     

    But a Good - Magila Gorilla type Gorilla that is.  

     

     

    19:50

     

    Well there is one thing I will not be purchased at Walgreens or any other store - and that is my Razors - Nope - Harry's it is for me - I am all in.  They are such a great razor and give a great great shave - be it your face or head or anywhere else.   

     

    And I want to thank Harrys for sponsoring this episode and - if you go to harrys dot com - that is h a r r y s dot com and use the promo code t i i - you will save $5 on your first order.  

     

    Lets face it guys one of the worst parts about shaving is tracking down that person to unlock to the display case so you can get your razors - the other worst part is the price you pay for said razors when you get to the check out counter.  Harry's helps on both those fronts - no need to go to the store - you just order on line and get the razors delivered right to your door with free shipping.  The starter kit The Truman Set is amazing - for $15 you get a razor - Foaming Shave Gel and 3 razor blades - all in a great package that screams GIFT ME GIFT ME - are you listening ladies.  

     

    The blades are high quality - german blades - from a 93 year old factory that Harry's liked so much they purchased it outright.

     

    And the new Foaming Shave Gel is great.  If you look at what it is made from you might not know if you should eat it or shave with it.  The ingredients include Licorice Root extract, a blend of Cucumber and Aloe - after using it my wife was asking what smelled sooo good.  It really is nice to shave with something that is not made from industrial chemicals.  

     

     

    If you look at my picture in the Banner for Harrys over on the Tii website you will see me wearing my Warby Parker glasses on my Harry's shaven head.  And it just so happens that Jeff the co-founder of Harry's also co-founded Warby Parker.  That means you know you are getting the same great quality experience as you get with Warby Parker - and they have a good social mission where 1% of sales and at least 1% of their time is donated to organizations to help prep people for personal and professional success.  With Harrys.com You get a shave that feels really good from a company you can feel good about.  

     

    Once again go to Harrys.com now and save $5 off when you enter the code - t i i with your first purchase.  That is h a r r y s dot com and enter the coupon code T I I at check out to save $5 on your first purchase and start shaving better today or at least as soon as your new shave kit arrives at your door step. 

     

     

    22:56

     

    http://venturebeat.com/2014/10/24/more-proof-att-

    is-cluelessevil-carrier-busts-apple-sim-feature/

     

    It is only fitting for a Halloween Episode we have the Evil Theme going on - and another company getting into the Halloween spirit and showing their evil side is AT&T.  If you remember from the last episode I mentioned one of the features for the new iPad's that Apple did not mention on stage was that they came with an Apple Sim card meaning in theory you could switch between carriers as you wanted to get data access with no need to change the SIM. Well Theory and Reality are rarely the same - And AT&T throwing on their Darth Vader costume showed us that in this Case Theory and reality are very different.  Seems if you sign up for a data plan with AT&T - they will then lock down your Apple Sim to AT&T - meaning if you then want to use T-mobile or Sprint - well no soup for you - with the Apple SIM card that is - as you would need to get another SIM card i.e. Pay for another SIM card if you wanted to use anyone else.

     

    AT&T Spokesman Mark Siegel Told VentureBeat - Hey the iPad is an Open device users just need to get another SIM card. And when he was asked Why AT&T doesn't allow users to switch Carriers via a settings tweak - you know as Apple had intended and explained on their site.  AT&T Said quote Luke I am your Father and That's just the way we choose to handle it unquote He then Wringed his hands together - kicked a puppy - stole Candy from a baby and put Pineapple on a Pizza.  Yes showing just how evil AT&T can be.

     

     

    24:40

     

    http://mashable.com/2014/10/28/att-ftc-unlimited-data/

     

    But I am not the only one thinking AT&T is Evil - the FTC thinks it as well.  And the FTC is suing AT&T for misleading millions of customers on quote unlimited unquote plans by throttling speed after a little as 2 Gigabytes of usage.  

     

    The FTC alleges AT&T began throttling unlimited customers in 2011, reducing speeds by as much as 90%. And at least 3.5 million customers have been throttled. The FTC says that AT&T had received thousands of complaints over its data speed. 

     

    The FTC said the issue here is simple quote unlimited means unlimited  unquote - You know -  like evil means evil. Just Sayin.

     

    25:32

     

    http://appleinsider.com/articles/14/10/23/iphone-6-plus-users-

    report-persistent-unexplained-crashing-issues-possibly-

    tied-to-large-app-libraries

     

    There is a report over on Apple insider - sent in from a few of you.  It is titled quote  iPhone 6 Plus users report persistent unexplained crashing issues, possible tied to large app libraries.  unquote - Ok 1 guess on what the vaguely worded article is about.  ----  Wow - correct you are.  Seems if you have over 700 apps installed that and have a 128 gb iPhone 6+ you might be seeing this issue.  The debate is whether this is a hardware issue or a Software issue - but 8.1 did not fix the issue.  I would put my money on Software issue if an issue at all.  If you are someone with lots of Apps - 700+ on your iPhone 6 Plus and are seeing this issue let me know - and if you had the issue and fixed it by either restoring as new and manually installing each app 1 by 1 by 1 by 1 by… well you get the picture - but if you did that and it fixed the issue let us know - 206-666-6364 - that is 206-moon-dog.

     

     

    26:55

     

    VOICEMAIL - Gregory_oh_iPad2_8.1fdbk

     

    Hi Rob,

    My upgrade path was from 7.1.2 to 8.0.2 to 8.1.  I was adventuresome and I knew this would be Apple's last hurrah for the venerable iPad2.  It was running fine at 7.1.2 but I wanted to get the last updates before I sell/trade it in later for my self given Christmas present iPad Air 2 in December.  I did not have any of the problems that others have reported with Bluetooth or wi-fi, but in my opinion, I took a big performance hit.  The graphics and touch responses are noticeably slower with iOS 8.x and if I were planning on keeping my iPad2 for any appreciable amount of time, I would be regretting upgrading.  Also, I like to use the iPad in landscape mode, with the home button on the right.  Many programs now, including the home screen, will initially display their information upside down.  I can correct it by rotating the device 90 degrees and back, but I didn't have to do it before.  Recommendation:  Leave your iPad2 at 7.1.2.

     

    I also appreciate the Google+ community as it is a great companion to your show.

    Regards,

    Stan B

    Winchester, KY

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    Per the 3rd Party Keyboard I love it is Text Expander keyboard

    Works great sync's with Dropbox uses the same shortcuts as my Mac computers. Also shows upper and lower case letters. 

    Easy to switch from apple predictive text keyboard and Emoji. Give it a try. 

    Also I have a 802.11AC apple airport time capsule router. It is Awesome. I have Mediacom cable 150mbps down and 20mbps up speed. 

    With my new iPad Air 2 that has the 802.11AC I did a speed test and I'm getting 175mbps down and 35mbps up speeds. 

    Regards,

    ÐaVîd D

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Thomas_CA_experience_updates_810

     

     

    30:42

     

    https://plus.google.com/communities/105412562215997292912?cfem=1

     

     

    We are now well over 1,500 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 this past week came from -

     

    Me and it was a post showing the info graphic about The forces of Good - those supporting Apple Pay and the Forces of Evil - those blocking Apple Pay.  And there are over 30 comments for that post - Obviously a topic of contention - accept in our community it was not contentious - but I put that same exact post over on the Apple boards - where Android Fan boys do roam - and they just wanted to talk about Google Wallet Leading the way and Google wallet this and that.  And we should not call it Apple Pay - but NFC payment.  Yada Yada. I am soooo glad we have our community and for all of you that participate in it.  Here is my thoughts on Google Wallet - It did not lead the way - It was not first by any stretch of the imagination - it languished and actually the one word you will see over and over when describing it uptake by users - that word is dismal.  Some would argue and I am one of them - that Google Wallet's horrible uptake actually hurt mobile payments in the US.  It was not until ApplePay came to the US that there was a real usable mobile payment system - and the best thing that ever happened to Google Wallet was Apple Pay.  For some reason the Google Fan boys did not want to hear that.  They just want to say ApplePay and Google Wallet are the same - they ARE definitely not the same - no more than a Ferrari and a Yogo are the same because they both run on gas.  Sure both use NFC and that is where the comparison stops.  Google Wallet is clunky and not user friendly - you have to unlock your phone - entering in a pin number - find the app enter a pin and then tap to pay.  Yeah not exactly easy.  You also have to provide lots of personal info to sign up and Google shares your data plus pushes ads to you.  Again ApplePay is not the same as Google Wallet - but watch closely as the tech press over the next few weeks will start tying them together.  Soap Box I do stepith down. 

     

     

    Any way this past week there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android 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 1500+ of you already in the community and contributing.  And please invite your friends to join the community - and if you submitted to join and were not accepted - please email me today in iOS at gmail dot com and let me know - I do reject quite a few people applying to join because they are either spammers or Google Fan boys or both.  But some times I will reject someone that just looked that way.  Fan Boy Profilling is an art not a science - so sorry for anyone I rejected in error.  

     

    Also There was this question that came in on Google+ from Arthur Haskins quote Any suggestions on what to use with iPhone 6 plus to connect to a projector? VGA & external speakers? unquote.

     

    There were two answers - which are what I would have given as well.  From Jay Carroll - Apple TV - if you have a projector that you can connect to Apple TV - it is definitely a good way to go.  If not then what Myron Uecker suggested is a good suggestion quote If your projector has HDMI input, use a Lightning Digital AV Adapter. If it has VGA, use a Lightning to VGA Adapter. Both are available from Apple or anybody who sells Apple devices. Look for them in the Cables and Docs section of the Apple Store app. unquote 

     

    Thanks All.  

     

     

    35:40

     

    http://www.pv-tech.org/news/spi_2014_sapphire_

    yield_issues_brought_gtat_down

     

     

    A little more of how the Sapphire turns soap opera.  Well it looks like some info is starting to leak out or come out in court docs.  Not surprisingly Poor Sapphire yield issues are what did in GTAT.  You think.  It seems that one possible way around the yield issues was a redesign and development of the furnace - you know the one they made over 2,000 of.  Sadly it was not just the lost jobs at GTAT that were the outcome of this mess.  Which is over 800 at GTAT and counting.  But partners and suppliers to GTAT such as Manz and Meyer Burger had to reduce head count as well - with a reduction of 105 staff at its Colorado Springs Facility.  The ripple effect on this is probably well over 1,000 jobs by now that have been lost.  

     

    GTAT COO Daniel Squiller filed a declaration with the bankruptcy court in Delaware this week in which he told his side of the story of what happened - Not shockingly he tried to throw apple under the bus and say it was all their fault.  He said GTAT assumed all of the risks in the deal while Apple was responsible for none of it.  The GTAT committed to supplying significant amounts of Sapphire to Apple exclusively - but Apple was under no obligation to purchase any of it.  He also said the Fabrication costs were higher than anticipated and it was Apple that selected the fabrication equipment and they could not economically produce a product that Apple would Accept.  Also GTAT could not negotiate changes in Pricing with Apple and as such it sold sapphire material at a substantial loss. 

     

    Oh yeah I can see how all of that was Apples fault.  I mean it surely had nothing to do with poor negotiations By GTAT execs  or GTAT's inability to accurately forecast production yields and costs.  

     

    Actually in Squillers Declaration he gave a list of items on how he expects Apple to respond.  Note this is Squiller stating what he thinks Apple will say based on his conversations with Apple - not yet what Apple has actually said publicly.

     

    • 1. The failure of the project was due to GTAT's inability to manufacture sapphire in accordance with the agreement
    • 2. GTAT was free to walk away from negotiations at any point in 2013
    • 3. Contrary to GTAT's assertions, Apple accepted "substantial risks" in the deal
    • 4. GTAT mutually agreed to the specifications it failed to meet
    • 5. "Apple did not wrongfully control or interfere with GTAT's operations"
    • 6. Apple did not know how much money GTAT was losing as a result of the project

     

    The more I read about this - the more I am convinced - this is a case of really really bad Management on GTAT's side - GTAT agreed to a contract with terms so one sided - that it was complete Negligence on the GTAT executives part.  This was like a 3rd grade little leaguer going up to bat against Bumgarner.  They just were not in the same league at all.  

     

    But that shinny brass ring looked soooo good.  And they soooo wanted to play in the big leagues. 

     

    Things went wrong - GTAT way underestimated costs and priced the product too low and had agreed to such a one sided agreement - when their crap hit the fan - they were the one it came back on the most.  

     

    This is whole thing is going to make for a very interesting case study that will be gone over in Business schools for many many years into the future. 

     

    GTAT blames Apple - but really what did Apple do wrong here - Were they supposed to say - Oh no - you guys really should not agree to this contract it is way to one sided?  This is not a father playing basketball in the driveway with his 8 year old son where it is ok to take it easy on him.  This is business and both sides are supposed to negotiate for their best interests.  Again it was just a case that GTAT clearly was out of their league.  I am sure Apple wishes things were different - like you know having a reliable sapphire supplier who is delivering good product and turning a profit so they can keep supplying more product.  

     

    Will this hurt Apple with its other suppliers as some suggest.  I don't think so - and here is why - no other suppliers would ever think they are as dumb as GTAT was.  And the riches of supplying to Apple are still pretty attractive.  

     

     

    http://appleinsider.com/articles/14/10/29/gt-advanced-

    blames-apple-for-one-sided-sapphire-contract-that-

    resulted-in-461m-loss

     

    http://www.forbes.com/sites/chuckjones/2014/10/30/did-

    gtat-just-have-bad-management-or-did-apple-do-them-in/

     

     

    41:09

     

    VOICEMAIL - iPad_Air_2_multitasking

     

     

    Hi Rob

    I have tried quite a few of the third party keyboards and have 3 loaded plus the stock one. 

    Swiftkey

    Swype 

    Path Input

    They all have some good things to them but I seem to drift back to Swype. 

    Thee Dark theme is really nice, one of five available. 

     

    When you drag your finger (instead of tapping), Swype leaves the nicest trail line and seems much more "fluid".  

    I seem to get far more accurate results from their interpretation of what I am trying to type. 

     

    One thing it does that the others don't do is allow you to backspace to remove the whole last word that may have been automatically chosen by the software. This makes it much easier to remove errors or just to re-word your sentences. 

     

    The keyboard choices are great. It really improves my typing speed as I never use two thumb typing that others seem to master. 

    They all have slightly different layouts and these can make a difference to an individual. 

     

    I will keep trying the others as updates are done but Swype is the best, from my point of view. 

    Regards,

    Fraser

     

     

    Hey Rob,

    Wanted to ask if anyone knows of a great web browser that supports flash player go an iPad or iPhone?  Thanks for all you do.

    Regards,

    Jonah 

     

     

    vBrowse - one word - is the flash browser I used in the past - when I needed a flash element.

     

    Have not tried it since iOS 8 came out - but in the past it worked really well.

     

    Hi Rob,

    I updated my iPhone 4 to ios8.1

     

    It's working well ! I'm surprised - the reason I took the risk was that when I changed SIM cards the screen started to flicker - hence feeling the need to upgrade as a last resort..(after other hair pulling alternatives) .

     

    I was pleasantly surprised- I find the auto-fill-in feature in the text based apps ( eg emails) very useful ( I'm using it right now!). Love the ability to change the boldness and size of font - which ios7 didn't do well. 

     

    I like being able to access the favourites when double pressing the home button- that's cool.

    Even Love the cool wallpapers.

     

    My phone is even working faster !

    I have not yet tested its synchronizing abilities in relation to Yosemite on the macs- Reports say not to do that yet.

     

    I've been waiting for apple to show me they are still focussed on that marriage between usability and aesthetics  ( I've been mourning Steve a while now) ... Ios8.1 may be the light at the end of the tunnel. 

    Regards,

    Tash

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Joe_NJ_icloud_storage_issue_backup

     

    46:08

     

    https://store.lantronix.com/shoppingcart.asp

     

    http://www.lantronix.com/it-management/xprintserver/

    xprintserver.html

     

    Hi Rob,

    I think you would do many of us a favour if you covered the best apps to network with the printers attached to desktops and wireless options. Many of us need this info before we spend money on apps we can't get to work. Thanks Loyal listener, Dan C from Seal Beach, CA

     

     

    Hi Dan,

     

    Well one thing is to make sure you have a printer that will work with iOS devices if you have an ePrint Printer you should be all set - most apps support printing now.  However if your printer does not support ePrint - you can get the xPrintServer from Lantronix - I mentioned this briefly on the last show - And now that I have used it - wow - it is simple to set up.  These are the steps - 1. Plug LAN cable from router to xPrintServer unit, 2. Plug in USB cable from USB printer to xPrintServer 3. Plug in power to xPrinterServer -  4. Select your USB printer from your iOS device and print to it.  

     

    Really it is that easy.  One of my wife's biggest complaints has been she has not been able to print from her iPad to her HP 532 Photo Printer.  This is a USB printer that just is for printing pictures.  She loved printing pics from it before when it was connected to her computer and I put the pics on her computer.  But now ALL our photos are on her 128 GB iPad - and that is how she manages photos now.  

     

    It really is as simple as selecting that USB printer as one of the options from your iOS device.  Nothing special was needed to be done.  Literally connect the LAN cable from the router - connect the USB cable from the printer and connect the power cord and you are all set.  The XPrintServer is about the size the original iPod Classic - Maybe just a tad bit thicker.  Like around the thickness of a deck of playing cards.  Actually length and width are just a tad bit less than the iPhone 4 - and it is a little thicker.  

     

     xPrintServer works with more than 4,000 top brand USB and network printers.  So if you have the favorite old USB printer sitting around starting to collect dust - this will bring new life to it.  

     

    Thanks to Latronix for sending this along to review.  

     

    As for pricing and availability – the xPrintServer is available now for $99.95: https://store.lantronix.com/shoppingcart.asp

     During checkout your listeners can enjoy free shipping on the xPrintServer with the code: 2014ShipFree

      Thanks to Lantronix for sending this unit along to test out and for the free shipping promo code. - Again that was 2014shipfree - one word. 

     

    50:17

     

    VOICEMAIL - Kevin_crossman_app_review_photoApp

     

    Thanks Kevin for the review and Kevin sent in some artwork he created with the app - but it was artwork about the San Fran Giants - and there was Zero - Zipp - Nada - as in no way that artwork was making it on the show. Sorry my kids would never forgive me - they are true Royal blue Royals fans.  I mean Congrats to the Giants the played great - and Congrats to the Royals for making it to the world series.  just came up 90 feet short.  

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Picr_1_sec_everyday_app

     

    Picr: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/picr-everyday-photo-

    reminder/id778479025?mt=8  

     

    1 Second Everyday: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/1-second-

    everyday/id587823548?mt=8

     

    Cesar Kuriyama's Ted talk about 1 Second Everyday: https://www.ted.com/talks/cesar_kuriyama_one_second_

    every_day?language=en

     

    Dear Rob,

     

    I have purchased a iPhone 6 here in the UAE, but it is missing Facetime, which again means that I cant do handover between my Apple products, which sucks.

     

    Do you know of any way to install Facetime and make it work? Could you restore it with a European IOS 8.1? 

     

    Yours sincerely

    Peter M

     

    If any one knows of a way to get FaceTime installed on an iPhone located in a location that blocks FaceTime - please let us know.

     

    206-666-6364 - 206-moon-dog - or send an email to today in iOS At gmail dot com.

     

    Hi Rob,

    I've just noticed a scratch on my iPhone 6 screen. This is the first time I've ever had such a scratch.  And I've had it less than a month. Below is a link of all these other forum complaints.  I've already rang support and said for me to go to a genius. What do u think my best strategy is when going to see them as he forums are 50/50 on who's got replaced.

    Regards,

    Steven R

     

    Steven - first find an Apple T-shirt from the opening of a store or hand out of Mac OS or something else where it clearly an Apple T-shirt.  Next set an appointment when they are not busy - mid-morning during the week.  And then be cordial tell the truth and say what happened if you know - tell them where you normally have your iPhone - your pocket or a laptop bag or back pack or shirt pocket or belt clip or .  And see what they say.  

     

    IF they do not replace it - get a screen protector STAT.  Get one either way.  There are some good ones out there now.  I just put one on from Amzer - called Kristal - K R I S T A L - tempered Glass - That is on my iPhone 6 Plus.  For my Wifes now iPhone 5S I will be putting on Rhinoshield which just came.  I will talk about both in future episodes.  But definitely get some protection on the screen once you have resolution.  

     

     

     

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    58:23

     

    VOICEMAIL - Sal_NY_fdbk_per_NJ_fdbk

     

    VOICEMAIL - Sal_NY_fdbk_its_been_too_long

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    You mention transparent aluminum frequently as some thing to wait for If we can't get sapphire.   Sapphire IS transparent aluminum!  Well actually transparent aluminum oxide, but isn't that close enough?

    Regards,

    Mark B

     

    Ohhh I am soooo busted.  Thanks Mark - great now I need to find some other Trek reference.  

     

     

    Hi Rob 

    My 6+ running iOS 8.1 will no longer sync to my PC with latest version of iTunes. The sync button is “greyed out” and will not let me sync. Also will not let me do a manual backup. Your thoughts?

    Regards 

    Todd P

     

    Hi Rob

     

    Nevermind. I shouldn’t have asked. I just restarted phone and everything was fine. For some reason nobody can figure this out on the Apple help forums.

    Regards,

    Todd P

    Thanks Todd -  Glad I was able to help.  

     

     

     

    Hi Rob, 

    Since your most recent episode, wherein you proclaim, "release the hounds," I have been searching and searching your website for your steps to upgrade. I remember some of them, but was looking for the .pdf files for both the upgrade steps and the battery-saving tips, but have been unsuccessful finding them on your site. 

     

    Maybe others are struggling to find your tips, too. It sure would be great if they were available on your todayinios.com website rather than exclusively through another "app."

     

    Respectfully submitted, Bart in Florida.

     

    Hi Bart - the PDF's I created on how to upgrade and how to improve battery life - were specifically created for the Tii App.  The App is now free and I highly recommend you download the app to get those articles.  If you are thinking I only created them to get people to download the Tii App - yes - yes I did.  Having the App also means you get pushes when new episodes go up - and it is really the best way to consume the show and get all the extras - and to get push messages when new episodes go out - because If you have not noticed - I don't follow that - you must release a new episode on the same day of the week at the same time mind set.  I think you should release a new episode as soon as it is ready and with the vital info included.  The Tii App and notifications free me up to release when the next episodes is ready and not force out a sub-part episodes to meet some artificial deadline. Sorry a little Podcast rant there.  Long of the short - Bart - Please download the Tii App - go to the episode list - tap on "PDF" and you will see the PDFs listed and scroll down to the one you need. 

     

     

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    VOICEMAIL - Justin_PA_3rd_part_keyboard_fdbk_privacy

     

     

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    And Before we go today I want to remind you to send in your feedback to the show - 206-666-6364 - that 206-moon-dog - or record your feedback and email it to the show at today in iOS at gmail dot com - The  feedback can be a question or comment per something someone said on this episode or it can be a question or rant you have about something else.  An App or product review - good or bad - as long as it is iOS related - it is welcomed.  I am always looking for new Artwork to feature that you created on an iOS device - just put some Tii branding on it and send it in.  And of course we are always looking for more music created on an iOS device to play on the show.  This is your show and your feedback is greatly desired.  And don't forget to check out our Moderated Google Plus community by going to todayinios dot com slash community.  

     

     

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    Quick Programming note - I will be in New York next week speaking at Ad-Tech about yup Podcasting - Which means no new episode next week.  Will try to get something up as a post in the Tii App.  And will see about maybe getting an interview or two from ad-tech if there is something interesting for iOS.  That all said next episode will be the week of November 10th - probably mid that week.  If you are going to be at Ad-tech - I will be talking on Wednesday the 5th at 3:15 or 3:30 PM - and please email me if you would like to meet up at the event.  I will be there both days. 

     

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    Tue, 28 October 2014
    Apple Pay - Good vs Evil Retailers

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    This PDF goes over those vendors that support Apple Pay in their stores or will before the end of 2014 - The Forces of Good.  Vs those that are part of MCX - which is not going to support Apple Pay - The Forces of Evil.  

     

    The easiest way to let those forces of Evil know what you think is to speak with your wallet iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 Plus - and use Apple Pay at their competitors.  

     

    More about this on the next episode of Today in iOS.

     

     

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    Fri, 24 October 2014
    Tii - iTem 0325 - iOS 8.1 and ApplePay

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    Microsoft officially ditches Nokia brand for upcoming devices

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    Fri, 24 October 2014
    iOS Artwork - iTem 0325 and Episode Transcript
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    TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 325

     

    Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast -  First up I want to thank JEFF for sending in the music you hear in the background. JEFF wrote:

     

    Hi Rob,

    I made this song called RUST with my iphone 4s using the GarageBand app. For free downloads and more music follow me @jeffj6 on twitter. 

    Regards,

    Jeff J

    SONG_Rust.mp3

     

     

     

    Thanks JEFF for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode.   I also want to thank LAWRENCE for sending in the Artwork for today's show.  LAWRENCE wrote

     

    Hi, Rob. 

    I thought you might like some fall New England color for your next episode.

    I took this photo the week of October 13 using the "ProCam 2" app on my iPhone 5S. After editing it a bit using the ProCam app, I then brightened up specific regions of the picture using the "Snapseed" app. The "Over" app gave me the ability to give the photo your Tii branding.

    Regards,

    Lawrence M

     

     

    Well LAWRENCE Thanks again for sending in this artwork and folks you can see LAWRENCE'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 325 - or if you subscribe via iTunes on your computer as the album artwork 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.  

     

     

    02:16

     

    In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote “If the market spits up Apple and Android devices for their inability to meet business user needs, RIM stands alone—or will, on Jan. 30, 2013 and the days that follow the BlackBerry 10 launch—as the company ready to embrace them. This is an unprecedented opportunity. As a result, 2013 could be an amazing year for RIM.”

    Rob Enderle, CIO, 31 Dec 2012

     

    Yes at the end of 2012 - Mr Enderle was still thinking RIM had a chance - I could see thinking that way in 2008 and maybe even 2009  but at the end of 2012 - Yikes -  Just Sayin

     

    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 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.  

     

     

    03:37

     

    http://www.apple.com/pr/library/2014/10/20Apple-Reports-

    Fourth-Quarter-Results.html

     

    http://images.apple.com/pr/pdf/q4fy14datasum.pdf

     

     Apple Q3 2014 - Quarterly Report Summary:

     

    Rev = $42.1 Billion (vs $37.5 Billion a year ago quarter and $37.4 Billion last quarter)

     

    Total Cash = $155.2 Billion (Down $9.3 Billion for the quarter from $164.5 Billion)

     

    Generated $13.3 Billion cash flow and returned >$20 Billion via dividends and share buy backs last quarter.

     

     

    Last Quarter Sales:

     

    iPhones Sold = 39.3 Mil (vs 33.8 Mil a year ago quarter and 35.2 Mil last quarter)

     

    iPads Sold =  12.3 Mil (vs 14.1 Mil a year ago quarter and 13.3 Mil last quarter)

     

    All iPod's Sold = 2.6 Mil  (vs 3.5 Mil a year ago quarter and 2.9 Mil last quarter)

     

    iPod Touches Sold = Not given as usual but over half of the 2.6 Mil iPods sold

     

     

    Misc Notes:

    iPhone in 69 Countries by end of October. More than 115 countries by end of December. 

    ApplePay is live today - Yada Yada.

    Apple Watch - Early 2015

    85 Billion App downloads to date

    243 million iOS device sold last 12 months. 

    Starting the next quarterly report - iPod sales will be rolled in with Apple TV, accessories and Beats Headphones and eventually Apple Watch as well.  Which was surprising for the Apple Watch - being in with others - Tim was asked about this - and said - for now Apple Watch will be with others accessories - and maybe in the future they will change - but for now Apple does not want to give out to much info to competitors about the Apple Watch.  

     

    First Question about ApplePay - so you can see what Anal-ists were interested in.  NO questions about GTAT.  

     

    Talking about iPad - Tim does not see market saturated - and wants to grow iPad sales. Talked about first 4 years of sales vs first 4 for iPhone and iPad sales being greater.  I don't think that is accurate and a bit mis-leading.  Look at 4th chart in the PDF - and iPad sales have flatlined basically two years ago.  If Apple truly wants to grown the iPad line - you might have wanted to think of adding more than just touch ID and gold color for the iPad Mini update - Just Sayin.  

     

     

    I actually went and charted what I think is valid comparison of the iPhone and iPad sales - what I did was look at the total of 4 quarters of sales for both devices. And when you look at then together it is very clear that by the 11th and 12th quarter of iPad sales - they went flat.  FYI - there are 18 quarters of sales - meaning for the past 2 years sales are flat.  The iPhone on the other had has been on sale for 31 quarters and each and every quarter - the trailing 4 quarter sales always went up.  Not once has there been a drop.  The iPad had its first drop in the 13th quarter.  For Tim Cook to get up there and say the iPad sales are better than any other Apple product in its first 4 years is misleading.  Again - if Apple really cares about iPad sales - they will need to do a bit more with regards to upgrades - especially on the iPad mini side.  And if you look at the 18th quarter of sales and look back 4 quarters - the iPhone had actually sold more units than the iPad.  So we really are now at a point when comparing the two product lines sales - that the iPhone will start running away with unit sales. 

     

     

    Ok - with all that said - Apple's numbers were very good - and unlike Google and others that keep missing their numbers - Apple actually keeps exceeding on their numbers - generating lots of money and well kicking butt and taking names financially speaking that is.  And this time Wallstreet is actually rewarding them a little bit as Apple has hit new all times highs this week.  Congrats to Apple and of course to all of us with Apple stock.  

     

     

    10:31

     

    http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory/big-

    iphone-brings-apple-profit-25710347

     

     

    Hi Rob, You were right. It costs less to make the bigger  iPhone. Nice call! Dr. John M  

     

    And Dr. John is talking about an article saying what I have said all along - it is harder to design a smartphone in a smaller package than it is in a larger package.  And that Apples Profits for the iPhone 6 and 6+ will be greater than they were for the 5S and 5 when they were released. 

     

     

    11:07

     

    http://www.apple.com/pr/library/2014/10/13iPhone-6-iPhone-

    6-Plus-Arrive-in-36-More-Countries-and-Territories-This-Month.html

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    None of the AT&T stores in my area have an iPhone. The same is true of the RadioShack stores. This is disappointing since I was looking foreword to upgrading. Apple sure under estimated the number of iPhone 6's and 6+'s that would be needed. 

    Regards,

    Melissa

     

    Well that is because they are also launching all around the world.  Here is where the iPhone 6 and 6Plus launched or will launch just in the second half of October:

     

    • Friday, October 17: China, India and Monaco
    • Thursday, October 23: Israel
    • Friday, October 24: Czech Republic, French West Indies, Greenland, Malta, Poland, Reunion Island and South Africa
    • Thursday, October 30: Bahrain and Kuwait
    • Friday, October 31: Albania, Bosnia, Croatia, Estonia, Greece, Guam, Hungary, Iceland, Kosovo, Latvia, Lithuania, Macau, Macedonia, Mexico, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, South Korea, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Ukraine and Thailand

    As Apple said - they would have the iPhone out to 69 countries by the end of October and over 115 by the end of December.  That is by far the quickest rollout ever for the iPhone.  And that does mean you should expect shortages of iPhones through out the rest of 2014.  It will likely be mid Q1 2015 before Apple finally hits equilibrium with supply and demand.

     

     

    Hi Rob I just wanted to tell you I finally for iphone 6 plus 64gb Space Grey today. I really really love this thing words can't express the joy I'm feeling right now. It did take a while for me to get it here in Belize but I got it!! Looking forward to a new episode  soon.

    Regards,

    Stephen M from  Belize 

     

     

    13:08

     

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    One thing I look forward each week is the email from Lynda listing some of the new tutorials available - this week a couple jumped out at me.  One is iCloud Essential Training.  This is a 2 and half hour video tutorial to help you create an iCloud account, register your computers and devices, Set up services to sync your contacts, calendars,  mail, photos, passwords and more.  Plus there is an over view of iCloud Drive.  There was also Cocoa with Swift essential training video and in-app purchasing with iOS for devs Along with a couple of videos on Yosemite going over New Features and more.  

     

    Of course there are many many other video tutorials covering any major software you need to learn.  

     

    Lynda is an all you can eat monthly service - Watch anytime and as often as you like from your computer or iOS device.  Yes - you can watch these on the go.  

     

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    And folks if you have a favorite tutorial from Lynda - please send me an email or call in to 206-666-6364 - that's 206-moon-dog. 

     

     

    15:40

     

    Good morning Rob,

     

    I wanted to ask you if it was safe to update to 8.1 I am on 8.0 on an iPhone 5.  Also, would you recommend updating an iPad 2 to 8.1?  The iPad 2 is running 7.1.2.  Thanks

    Regards,

    Jonah

     

    Finally I can say - release the hounds.  Most reports coming in are very positive about iOS 8.1 - not all perfect - but much better overall and finally an iOS update you can do.  At least for the iPad 3rd gen and later and and iPhone.  Per the iPad 2 - that is the one device I have seen some mixed reports on - so if anyone has done the update to 8.1 for the iPad 2 - let me know your experiences.  

     

    But for any other iOS device if you are not jailbroken - that yes release the hounds.

     

    Ofcourse before you do so - make sure you read over my PDF in the Tii app on how to prep for the upgrade to have minimal issues.

     

    If you tap the PDF button in the Tii App for episodes - it is the 3rd one listed - Titled Recommended Update Procedure.  And it is dated Sept 14th - wow - it took a long time to finally be able to really promote that.  

     

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    I was having an issue with iTunes WIFI syncing not working on iOS 8.0.2, which I believe someone else reported on one of the last couple of episodes.  The day iOS 8.1 came out I decided to take the risk and update right away and it has fixed the WIFI syncing issue for me, everything else still works fine for me as it did on iOS 8.0.2.  Just thought I’d share my experience with you and the listeners.

    Sincerely,

    Ken in Louisburg, NC.

     

     

    18:08

     

    http://www.macworld.com/article/2837077/apple-reportedly-building-

    rewards-program-to-boost-apple-pay-use.html

     

    PLAY MESSAGE - Mike_NB_Apple_PAY_at_mcds

     

    The biggest update in 8.1 - is the support for Apple Pay.  I have to admit I only tried it once this week - at Walgreens - and it did not work for me - and no one at the Walgreens had any clue what was going on - Trained for this they were not.  That said - most others are finding it worked very well.

     

    I will say it was very easy to set up.  You use the camera to scan your card and it pulls in the info.  Make sure you hold it steady with two hands - The first time I was not steady and it doubled up my Middle initial.  After you manually type in the security code and check all the info - you will get a confirmation code from the bank to enter.  It is pretty simple to set up and pretty quick. 

     

    You know what not using it is un-acceptable - I will be right back.

     

    Ok - I am back with a Strawberry banana fruit smoothy and a Dipped cone.  Went to the local McDonalds and it was very easy - did not say anything and even went in with out my wallet.  Just my keys and iPhone.  Order my snacks - and then did not say anything else - a little light came on the NFC reader I laid my iPhone down on it with my thumb on the touch id - and it showed my credit card and it scanning my thumbprint and then done.  Much faster then it took me to describe.  And not I have a Strawberry banana smoothie to enjoy - the Dipped cone is no long since devoured.  

     

    So yes - definitely was an issue at my local walgreens.  

     

    One rumor about Apple Pay is that is reportedly building rewards program to boost Apple Pay use.  This rumor states that Apple would use iBeacons to alert you to in-store deals which you only get if you pay with Apple Pay. Ok - I am going to say it - This would be a sorta Bluetooth Special .  Oh - can't believe I went there.  For others that don't know where there is - yeah - think K-Mart in the 80's and early 90's

     

    More on this in the future if true.

     

     

    20:55

     

    VOICEMAIL - Downloaded_issue_tii_app_printingPDF

     

    Hey Rob:

    You can still turn off the flashlight but you have to raise it about halfway and let it drop back down. 

    Regards,

    Conrad F

     

    Hi Rob:

    Regarding the caller who was having phantom touches with the iphone 6. 

    I was having the same problem with my phone. I did some research and found this is caused by using a knock off phone charger. As soon as I plug my phone in, it would start doing random touches on the phone. 

    Switching to the Apple  charger that came with the phone solved that problem. 

    I have used my car's usb port to charge the phone without any problems.

    Hope that helps.

    Regards, 

    Tim R

     

    Hey Rob,

    I'm forever dumbfounded whenever a new iPhone comes out at the reports of fast battery drain which, after an update (or maybe a full moon) goes away. 

     

    I found the cause and solution, at least for some of my friends. 

     

    Cause: a huge music library! After they set up the new iPhone from an iTunes backup it takes a while for the music to transfer (via iTunes Match). If they think it's all done and disconnect the cable, the songs continue to transfer via Wi-Fi on battery. 

     

    Solution: do the setup when it's convenient to leave the device connected until the transfer is complete. 

     

    I hope this helps people 

    Regards,

    Joe D

     

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    Listening to Episode 324 I can tell you are worked up over the 'waiting too long' piece. Right or Wrong - it looks like it was simply the Mac Mini announcement. Probably not the best choice...

     

    In regards to Apple TV...I wonder if the next version will be more of an Apple iHome box. This would be a connected box that runs all the time and would be a control center for security, HVAC, lighting and also that would also provide entertainment capabilities including Video presentation. I don't see them making a TV set itself. 

    Regards,

    Stacey S

    Lancaster, PA

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Ron_Quest_AppleTV_why_update

     

     

    26:31

     

    https://plus.google.com/communities/105412562215997292912?cfem=1

     

     

    We are now well over 1,500 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 this past week came from -

     

    Kevin Beecher - he asked quote Hi all I updated to iOS 8.1 today and under the health app the glucose record has disappeared any one had the same issue.  unquote

     

    And Thanks to Herbert Saxman - who found a link on The Apple site explaining why they did this.  

     

    Essentially the reason Apple pulled this was because of how blood glucose is measured in different countries.  Mlligrams per Deciliter vs millimoles per liter.   And there was an issue with how some devices work with Heathkit - so to prevent any confusion and possible bad things leading to major lawsuits - Apple pulled that feature for now - but is working on a fix and will update shortly.  

     

    Thanks Kevin for asking on that and Herbert for finding the link.

     

    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6533

     

     

    - And this past week there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android 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 1500+ of you already in the community and contributing. 

     

     

    28:21

     

    http://www.cnbc.com/id/102096861

     

    One very new feature introduced with the iPad Air 2 that Apple did not even mention in their keynote is a pre-installed Data only SIM - that will allow you to change carriers on the go.  In the US it allows you to go between AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile.  This means not having to decide which iPad to get - and not just being free to move from one to the other - but being able to do it at any time.  No need to buy another SIM card - one SIM card that comes with the iPad and that is it.

     

    Some Articles however I think went a little to overboard with this - saying it was the first step before Apple does the same thing for the iPhone.  But there is a difference between a data only offering and once for Voice and Data.  So don't expect this for the iPhone any time soon.

     

    http://arstechnica.com/apple/2014/10/new-ipads-come-

    with-special-multi-carrier-apple-sim/

     

    29:10

     

    https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/iPad+Air+2+Teardown/30592

     

    And speaking of something that was not mentioned about the iPad at the keynote - the iPad 2 had 2 GB of RAM.   This confirmed by iFixit in their teardown.  It also have a smaller battery,  iPad Air 1 - was 8,827 mAh battery - the iPad Air 2 is a 7,340 mAh battery.  

     

    Bench mark tests show it is a 3 core CPU, running at 1.5 GHz.  The single core speed is the best of any iOS device or Tablet not iOS  for that matter as is the multi-code score.  Yup the new iPad Air 2 in the benchmark tests out so far destroys all other iOS and Android devices out there now.  

     

    If you were holding off for a new iPad - the iPad Air 2 - will not disappoint.  Last year it was hard to pick which iPad to recommend - this year it is very easy - iPad Air 2 is the iPad to pick if you want the best tablet.  That all said - if you did buy a new iPad last year or the year before or even the year before that - it will still be tough to justify updating now.  Not unless you use your iPad for work and video and image editing - then - yeah move up - but likely if you do that - you have a mac-book pro - and you are all set. 

     

    Again - tough to recommend as an upgrade to a recent iPad - but if you are in need of a new tablet - then the iPad Air 2 - will serve you well for many years into the future.  However if you are just looking for something for the kids to play Minecraft and Clash of Clans on - yeah - that $249 iPad Mini will do just fine. 

     

    http://www.tuaw.com/2014/10/23/ifixit-teardown-of-

    ipad-air-2-reveals-2gb-of-ram-smaller-batter/

     

    http://www.macrumors.com/2014/10/21/ipad-air-

    2-a8x-triple-core-2gb-ram/

     

     

    31:01

     

    http://www.computerworld.com/article/2836403/an-

    easy-guide-to-apple-imessage-troubleshooting.html

     

    I want to point out a short guide from Johnny Evans at Computer world titled - An easy guide to Apple iMessage troubleshooting.

     

    If now that you updated to iOS 8.1 - and you have multiple devices and all of a sudden some devices are getting messages for different accounts they never got messages for - or not getting messages for ones you wanted them to get - check out this guide.  It also goes over setting up the SMS Relay feature.  

     

    I know in my household - we had all kinds of messages going all over the place.  I had to get all the devices together and start removing different accounts from each one until they had just the accounts I wanted for each. 

     

    Look for the link in the show notes for ep 325 for this article where ever it is you check for show notes.  

     

     

    31:55

     

    http://www.smh.com.au/digital-life/mobiles/microsoft-officially-

    ditches-nokia-brand-for-upcoming-devices-20141022-11a95x.html

     

    Hi Rob,

    Why do you think they did this? 

    Regards,

    Dr. John M 

     

    What Dr. John is talking about is Microsoft and why did they kill off the Nokia Brand for cellphones. My thoughts are in Microsofts Mind - their brand is bigger than the nokia brand.  

     

    And well - I would agree with that.

     

    Plus Nokia's brand really has come over the past 10+ years to mean low cost - high quantity - low quality phones.

     

    That to me would be something MS would not want to keep on pushing forward with - not as they try to copy the Apple business model.  

     

    Plus there is still Nokia out there selling other equipment and products.  So better to bring the brand control 100% under MS control by well getting rid of that they don't totally control.  

     

    Makes sense long term - little surprised it happened this quickly.  But not shocked. 

     

     

    A little podcasting and iOS vs Android news.  I finally ran the numbers for downloads from September and for mobile downloads the ratio was 6.2 to 1 - iOS vs Android downloads for ALL podcasts across libsyn.  That ratio was the highest it has been in a couple of years - and I expect October to be even higher as it will be the first full month with Podcasts App being native for iOS 8. 

     

     

    33:34

     

    VOICEMAIL - Hector_NY_double_touch

     

    VOICEMAIL - Hector_NY_part2

     

    Rob,

    I just discovered a feature when you click the share icon. It should be easy to discover the ability to add share options by scrolling left and clicking 'more,' but did you know you can click and hold a share option to rearrange their order? That's super useful. I discovered it when I was adding the new Any Post app's share button (also happy about that). Same thing works for the lower row to (add a bookmark, copy, etc.)

    Also, I've been wanting to share a new favorite feature in iOS 8: Now third party podcast apps can have 30 second forward &  rewind in the lockscreen. I love that. It was the one thing the apple branded podcast app had as an advantage over others. It now works with downcast.

    Regards

    Tracy

    Nashville

     

     

    Hi Rob

    I had to recently perform a full restore of my 5s and when I did the restore from an iCloud backup, I was missing artwork for some of my music. What fixed the issue was removing all music from the device and then, syncing all my music across from iTunes on my PC. Hope that helps someone else.

    Regards

    Steve

    Brisbane

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    I found myself at the Genius bar earlier today so I thought I’d ask and this is what I found out about the batteries in the iPhone 6+ (and I presume the other iPhones as well).

    They will indeed last longer if we let the charge go all the way down occasionally as opposed to keeping it plugged in almost constantly and charging it over and over when it is still at 90% and such.

    However, the more powerful charger will not shorten the battery life compared to using the one that is shipped with them. So it is safe to charge your device faster this way.

    Just sayin’.

    Dr. John M

     

     

    Dear Rob,

    I am curious if you have received your SOS charger. I also "invested" in this kickstarter project and I keep asking them about when I'll receive mine, and I get the same silly note back that they are working to get the orders out.

    So, just wondering if you've gotten yours and if so, what you thought about it.

    Beth L

     

    Nope - Not yet. I did send them an email asking if I could get it early to review on the show - no soup for me - as that did not seem to help.  

     

     

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    40:18

     

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1995408080/snap-6-the-

    easiest-way-to-snap-a-shot-with-your-ip

     

    On ep 323 I mentioned the Snap6 on Kickstarter - which was the iPhone 6 case with a physical shutter button for the camera - well they hit their stretch goal and now are making a version for the iPhone 6+ as well. You have only until Wed Oct 29th at 11:00 PM CT if you want in on this one - search for Snap 6 in the show notes for ep 325. 

     

     

    40:45

     

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thejimmycase/iphone-

    6-wallet-by-jimmycase

     

     

    Hi Rob,

     

    Here is a kickstarter project for the iPhone 6 called the JimmyCASE - Is there any point or definitely less of one for these with Apple Pay?!

    Regards,

    Michael

     

    Hi Michael - thanks for the heads up on this one - and actually I think there is more a need for this.  And what the JimmyCase is - is a wallet / case for your iPhone 6.  And why I think there is more of a need is - that with the ability to put multiple credit cards and loyalty cards on your iPhone and with ApplePay - there is less and less need for just a wallet - but you still need to cary cash and maybe you need that Gym membership card - if for no other reason than to put in the door in the locker room so you can remove the key.  Plus you still need to carry your drivers license.  So being able to cary those last few cards, your ID and cash in the case for your iPhone eliminates the need for that bulge in your pants - also known as your wallet.  

     

    Per the JimmyCase - they had a modest goal of $5k - and are over $7k - so this one is funded.  You have until Tuesday November 4th at 1:58 AM CT to fund it.  Pricing for the jimmy case is $25.  

     

    There description is quote iPhone 6 Stretchy Wallet Case By jimmyCASE - Elastic Pocket, Genuine Mahogany Wood Core And Silicone Bumper Handmade In Los Angeles. unquote

     

    Search for Jimmycase one word spelled J I M M Y C A S E at kickstarter dot com or in the show notes for ep 325

     

    42:34

     

    http://www.lantronix.com/it-management/xprintserver/xprintserver.html

     

    I have the XPrintServer that was sent to me to test out - it allows you to print from Any iOS device to Any USB printer.  And I was going to have a review for you this week on that - but those Darn Royals and the world series - so I am going to go over it on the next show - plus I need to go and buy ink for my USB printer.  But some had ask about a good way to print from an iOS device - and the XprintServer from Lantronix is a great way to make any of your current printers iOS compatible.  

     

    Also I just on Saturday finally got my Wife set up on my iPhone 5S - and this is really going to be for her - but I will explain more about that on the next episode.  

     

    Yes - My Wife is using an iPhone - she finally gave up her Blackberry.  I know - the guy with the first podcast about the iPhone took 7 1/2 years to get his wife to give up her tactile keyboard for an iPhone.  Per how she is doing - lets say she is not the best with change and I will leave it at that for now.  She is also not the most gentle with her phones - so really I was not pushing too hard.  But I did just get RhinoShield for the 5S - to put on her phone to go along with the Ballistic case.  The combo - knock on wood will be enough to keep her 5S safe or at least safer.  

     

    Sadly - I do not yet have an iPhone 6+ case to report on - as a few people sent me cases to test out - all sent iPhone 6 cases - well except for the one that sent a 5S case.  

     

     

    44:44

     

    http://techblog.tv/full-list-of-siri-commands-how-to-use-siri/

     

    Now that I can recommend iOS 8 - it is time to start mentioning some articles that will help you get more out of iOS 8.  One is an article I really like from Techblog.tv - which is titled - Full list of Siri commands.

     

    First up it goes over how to define some relationships - like what you want Siri to call you.  Such as Call me Rob or Call me Supreme Galactic Overlord or Call me Your Daddy.  But I think Call me Rob is fine for me.  

     

    You can tell siri who your relatives are.  My Brother is Yada yada, My Boss name is Yada Yada,  My husband is and so on.

     

    You can Ask siri to Search contacts,  or make a phone call or FaceTime call.  As you learned recently - you can even have siri send a tweet.  And much much much more - Look for the link titled Full list of Siri commands in the show notes for Ep 325.  And this list is updated for new siri commands with iOS 8

     

     

    45:47

     

    http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/ios-8-lets-replace-iphone-

    ipads-keyboard-heres/

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    Here is an article about changing out of the native keyboard on the iOS 8. Since many millions will be considering doing this, I thought I’d pass it along to you and wonder what keyboards your listeners have opted for and what feedback they can provide about the various keyboard replacement options.

     

    Also, I’d appreciate your opinion about concerns over privacy and security compromise by using a 3rd-party keyboard. Seems that by opting to replace the native Apple keyboard you are agreeing to allow the third-party developer to access EVERYTHING you type on their keyboard including credit card numbers, passwords etc.

    Your thoughts?

    Regards,

    Dr. John M

     

    Thanks Dr. John for this article - which is titles - iOS 8 - lets you replace your Keyboard - here's how.  

     

    And this is one I sat on for a bit - just waiting for the episode I could recommend iOS 8 - and that time is now - and one of the best new features in iOS 8 is the ability to add in 3rd party keyboards - but as you mention that new feature comes with this warning as you go to install a new keyboard  -  Quote Allow full access for Yada Yada Keyboards? Full access allows the developer of this keyboard to transmit anything you type, including things you have previously typed with this keyboard. This could include sensitive information such as your credit card number or street address unquote - then a Don't allow or allow option.  Yikes - does that sound ominous or what.  So you are faced with a decision - better keyboard and less privacy or more privacy and just the stock keyboard.  

     

    If your phone is for work - you may want to check with your IT department before you install that 3rd party keyboard.  Especially if you deal with sensitive info at work.  

     

    The good news is in iOS 8 - the stock keyboard now gives suggested words above the keyboard - if you are not seeing this - at the top of the keyboard - in the center - you should see a little white line about the T and Y key - swipe up on that to see the predictive word section.  If you get good at using that - you will see you typing times really increase.

     

    But for those looking to try out a 3rd party keyboard - this article goes over - Swiftkey which is Free, Swype and fleshy - both 1 buck and minuum which is $4.  

     

    Great article - Thanks Dr. John for the heads up on this.

     

    And folks - let me know which 3rd party keyboards you have settled in on - now that iOS 8 is finally up to prime time. 

     

     

    48:48

     

    VOICEMAIL - Justin_PA_Bug_issue_keyboard_spotlight

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    First, your comments on Bend-duh-Gate were awesome. Amazing what happens when non geeks try and interpret numbers. It’s just physics, people! (And I have a right to say that because I actually study physics). Anyway, great tip on putting the phone in your pocket the other way. I don’t plan to upgrade, as my iPad needs an upgrade more. A new battery in my 5 will almost turn it into a brand-new phone. Though I wonder if there are any non visual ways to tell if your phone has accidentally been bent? Hmmm.

     

    I just installed iOS 8 last week and have a question: Have you found difficulties getting “Hey Siri” to work when your iPhone is in a dock? I usually dock my iPhone to charge it and was disappointed when Siri didn’t answer me from across the room. I have an adapter connected  to my dock and my iPhone sitting on the desk in an otterbox Commuter case. Feature seems to work fine when plugged into a regular power outlet and still having the case on, so I’m not sure what variable is at work here. Inverse square law can’t be that difficult here, as I’m only talking dorm room separations.

     

    Thanks for all the awesome iOS 8 advice! Can’t wait for 8.1 and some of those bugs to be squashed!

    Regards,

    Chelsea

     

     

    Kia Ora Rob

    Been listening for a while now and love the show. I'm getting fibre installed at home soon and was wondering what feedback good or bad you and fellow listeners can give about the Apple AirPort Extreme. My main concern is the lack of a proper firewall as it will be connected directly to the internet. 

    Any help appreciated

    Regards,

    Nigel

    Wellington 

    New Zealand 

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    Are you aware of any reasons why when I set up Photo Library in the Cloud on my iPad, approximately 100 of my pictures that appear on my iPhone do not appear on my iPad?

    Also, is it possible to import "Faces" albums from iPhoto on Mac to my iOS devices?

    Thanks,

    Jonathan from New Orleans

     

     

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    55:24

     

    http://www.redmondpie.com/pangu-ios-8-ios-8.1-jailbreak-for-

    iphone-6-6-plus-5s-ipad-air-2-and-all-other-devices-released/

     

    Last year we had to wait until this year to finally jailbreak - but this year it is looking like we will not need to wait until next year to jailbreak - or even next month - although you should wait until next month - really.  

     

    When Pangu released the jailbreak earlier this week initially they caught everyone off guard including it seemed Saurik as Cydia was not iOS 8 ready - but that has been updated - and Cydia is iOS 8 ready.  

     

    Now the bad news - if you are on a Mac - No soup for You - as the jailbreak tools are just available for Windows users - right now at least.

     

    I really don't want to get into this more at this time.  As always I will say - wait a couple of weeks on this - usually new jailbreaks tend to get multiple updates right away.  If you are on iOS 7.1.2 and jailbroken - wait - stay where you are.  If you are on iOS 8.1 and not jailbroken - first figure out all you like about iOS 8.1 - and in a couple of weeks think about jailbreaking. 

     

    More on future episodes.  And if you did jailbreak - what issues are you having if any?

     

     

    56:34  

     

    VOICEMAIL - 

     

    Hi Rob,

    Per the Oct 16th event tag line its been way too long. 

    I like to think it referred to the long awaited MacMini upgrade, and not the Apple TV.  Not very important to you I guess, really important to me (and that's what counts after all.  :) :)

    Thanks for the show and best regards.

    Nick T

     

    Fair point - it is not just about iOS.  

     

     

     

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    01:01:35

     

    Thanks again to lynda dot com for their support of Tii - and if you go to lynda dot com slash tii - that is l y n d a dot com slash t i i  - you will get a free 7 day trial. Thanks Lynda for sponsoring this show and for the free offer.

     

     

    And Before we go today I want to remind you to send in your feedback to the show - 206-666-6364 - that 206-moon-dog - or record your feedback and email it to the show at today in iOS at gmail dot com - The  feedback can be a question or comment per something someone said on this episode or it can be a question or rant you have about something else.  An App or product review - good or bad - as long as it is iOS related - it is welcomed.  I am always looking for new Artwork to feature that you created on an iOS device - just put some Tii branding on it and send it in.  And of course we are always looking for more music created on an iOS device to play on the show.  This is your show and your feedback is greatly desired.  And don't forget to check out our Moderated Google Plus community by going to todayinios dot com slash community.  

     

     

    And finally there is the new and updated Tii App that is now Free to you.  Search for Tii in the iTunes App Store - it is the best way to consume the show and to get push notifications each time a new episode of Tii is released.  Please go right now and download the Tii App - yes you - right now - no not in few minutes - right now as you listen to the outro music.  

     

     

    And that folks is going to do it for us today. 

     

     

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    Mon, 20 October 2014
    Apple Q3 2014 Quarterly Report
    Apple Q3 2014 Quarterly Report

     

    Apple Q3 2014 - Quarterly Report Summary:

    Rev = $42.1 Billion (vs $37.5 Billion a year ago quarter and $37.4 Billion last quarter)

    Total Cash = $155.2 Billion (Down $9.3 Billion for the quarter from $164.5 Billion)

    Generated $13.3 Billion cash flow and returned >$20 Billion via dividends and share buy backs last quarter.

     

     

    Last Quarter Sales:

    iPhones Sold = 39.3 Mil (vs 33.8 Mil a year ago quarter and 35.2 Mil last quarter)

    iPads Sold =  12.3 Mil (vs 14.1 Mil a year ago quarter and 13.3 Mil last quarter)

    All iPod's Sold = 2.6 Mil  (vs 3.5 Mil a year ago quarter and 2.9 Mil last quarter)

    iPod Touches Sold = Not given as usual but over half of the 2.6 Mil iPods sold

     

     

    Misc Notes:

    iPhone in 69 Countries by end of October and in more than 115 countries by end of December. 

     

    ApplePay is live today - Yada Yada.

     

    Apple Watch - Early 2015

     

    85 Billion App downloads to date

     

    243 million iOS device sold last 12 months. 

     

    Starting the next quarterly report - iPod sales will be rolled in with Apple TV, accessories and Beats Headphones and eventually Apple Watch as well. 

     

     

     

    PDF Summary from Apple

     

     

    Next Episode of Today in iOS will be out in a couple of days

     

     

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    Fri, 17 October 2014
    Tii - iTem 0324 - iPad Air 2, iPad Mini 3 and More GTAT Drama

    Tii - iTem 0324 - iPad Air 2, iPad Mini 3 and More GTAT Drama

    Give us a call - 1-206-666-6364

    Send us an email - todayinios@gmail.com

     

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    2nd GTAT Executive Sold Shares After Trouble Surfaced 

    Apple's got a mess on its hands in Mesa, Arizona

    GT Advanced Delays Hearing on Sealed Documents

    GTAT points to “oppressive and burdensome” conditions

    Why the iPhone 6 isn't rocking a sapphire crystal display - CNET

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    iOS Artwork - iTem 0324 and Episode Transcript
    iOS Artwork - iTem 0324 and Episode Transcript

    TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 324

     

    Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast -  First up I want to thank IRENE for sending in the music you hear in the background. IRENE wrote:

     

    Hi Rob,

    I just made a song with GarageBand on my iPhone.

    Regards,

    Irene

    SONG_Irene_131214.m4a

     

     

    Thanks IRENE for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode.   I also want to thank ARCADIO for sending in the Artwork for today's show.  ARCADIO wrote

     

    HI Rob,

    I made this using a picture of my Chameleon named Marley and I added the logo all done with the Wow FX HD app 

    REGARDS,

    Arcadio A

    From West Carrollton, Ohio

     

     

    Well Arcadio First off Go Flyers and then Thanks again for sending in this artwork and folks you can see ARCADIO'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 324 - or if you subscribe via iTunes on your computer as the album artwork 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.  

     

     

     

    02:02

     

    In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote “Microsoft will ultimately muscle-out Apple as the leader in smartphones and tablets. Apple’s insistence on controlling every aspect of both its software and hardware puts it at a disadvantage to a more flexible Microsoft. unquote

    Charles Sizemore, Sizemore Capital, 29 Nov 2012

     

    Evidently Microsoft did not agree with that assessment - because they purchased Nokia so they could be more like Apple -  Just Sayin

     

     

    02:33

     

    For Promo codes - On Ep 323 we offered up chances to win promo codes for the App - FOLD THE ADVENTURE  - we will be giving those out later this week - for more info on this app go back and listen to the beginning of Ep 323. 

     

     

    No new Apps this week - sorry - Hey if you are a dev with an App for sale - you just missed out on getting your app featured here. 

     

     

    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 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.  

     

     

     

    03:37

     

    http://www.apple.com/apple-events/2014-oct-event/

     

     

    Yay - Another Apple live event - which means most rumors are squashed - a small number proven right - and a few pushed out to next years Rumor bingo card.

     

    Today's event was on Apples Campus. 

     

    And it started with a good Propoganda film showing those waiting on line for iPhones and them coming into Apple stores and them coming out with iPhones - nope did not show the guy in Australia dropping his.  

     

    Then Tim Cook came out with shirt untucked and gave numbers with out numbers - as Ken Ray would say.  No Actual numbers were  given about the iPhone sales.  Just saying in the first 30 days more orders were taken then ever before for the first 30 days by a large margin - numbers without numbers. 

     

    Then it was on to ApplePay - which will begin on Monday the 20th - and there are more partners on board or will be before the end of the year.  

     

    Then on to Apple Watch - and the announcement of WatchKit for devs rolling out in November.  

     

     

    Then Craig Federighi came out with shirt tucked in to talk about iOS 8 and OS X.  

     

    48% of iOS users are now running iOS 8.  iOS 7 is now 46%.  In just 26 days.  

     

    He showed a 3rd party keyboard for klingon.

     

    Then talked about iOS 8.1 - and the bringing back Camera roll and supporting Apple Pay - which means iOS 8.1 will be launched on or before Oct 20th. 

     

    Then a lot of Yada Yada on Yosemite - Continuity - Yada Yada - Demo.  Ok - Demo was cool. And then they called Steven Colbert.  Colbert had a good joke about you know what I see when I look at my wrist?  My Wrist - get to work chop chop.  

     

    Yosemite is available today the 16th.  iOS 8.1 - available on Monday the 20th.  I hope at this point I don't have to say it - but wait a bit before updating.

     

    Tim came back on stage to talk about the iPad.

     

    Over 225 Million iPads sold to date.  70 mil iPads last 12 months.

     

    iPad Mini Retina - 100% customer satisfaction. 

     

    675,000 iPad Apps.

     

    Then intro'd the iPad Air 2.  Thinner - and it is Gold - and yes if you try you can bend it.

     

    Then Phil Shiller came on stage - shirt untucked - to talk about the iPad Air 2 - 6.1 MM thin.  Worlds Thinnest Tablet.

    Less then half the thickness than the original iPad.

     

    Added Anti-Reflective display.  "lowest Reflectivity of any Tablet"

     

    Announced A8X - chip.  40% Faster CPU vs A7.  

     

    Graphics performance is 180 Times better than Original iPad.

     

    Still get 10 Hour battery life.  

     

    And yes the M8 Co-Processor.  

     

    And Yes a Barometer.  

     

    Camera - is flush - not sticking out - but it is an 8 MP camera.  1080p HD video.   f/2.4 Aperture,  1.12 u Pixels. 

     

    This means it is a really good camera on the iPad Air 2. 

     

    Burst Mode photos added as well as Time Lapse and slo-mo - 120 fps - not 240 fps like iPhone.

     

    Improved Facetime - front camera.  

     

    Faster Wifi - 802.11AC as expected.  And Faster LTE bands.

     

    And Yes - it has Touch ID - as expected and leaked the day before.

     

    Apple Pay - online - ONLY -  So NO NFC - guess they needed to hold that back for next years iPads.

     

    They did a demo of Pixelmator - and ummm - I need to get that app.

     

    To quickly go over the iPad Air 2 

     

    Improved Retina Display

    2nd gen 64 bit A8X

    New Cameras front and back

    Touch ID

    802.11AC Wifi

    6.1 MM thin 

    And available in Silver, Space Grey and Gold. 

     

    Pricing $499, $599 and $699  for 16 Gb, 64Gb and 128GB

     

    So a $100 price drop for the top two levels.

     

    And last years iPad Air - starts now at $399.  

     

     

    The iPad Mini 3 - only has a 5 MP camera.  vs the 8 MP camera on the iPad Air.

     

    And for Wifi - it is 802.11n - Huhh?  Why not go to AC like everything else?

     

    And the iPad Mini 3 - still has the A7 Processor.  

     

    Essentially the difference between the Mini 2 and mini 3 is touch ID and the new Gold option.

     

    It seems like someone or everyone on the iPad Mini Team just threw up their hands and said awww what does it matter the iPhone 6 and 6+ are going to kill off the iPad Mini sales anyway.   I would like to say they phoned in this update - but that would be an insult to Phones.  

     

    Pricing for the iPad Mini 3 - 

    $399, $499 and $599 also for 16, 64 and 128 GB versions. 

     

    So yes again a $100 price drop for the 64 and 128 GB versions.  

     

    And the Original iPad mini is now $249,  iPad mini 2 - is now $299

     

    You can Pre-Order the iPad Mini 3 and iPad Air 2 on the 17th - shipping next week.  I don't expect anyone waiting on line for these devices.  At best you could say evolutionary change - and even there that is really pushing it - lets call it an incremental change to these devices. 

     

     

    Then on to they went Mac.  

     

    They went over the new iMac - and then talked about a new iMac Mini - which I know quite a few devs get this for coding on.  So you will be happy to know it is now starting at $499.

     

     

    Tim Came back on stage and that was it.  Ended 80 minutes after it started.  Yikes - No new Apple TV?   Obviously their tag line its been to long - was not a prediction about todays event.

     

    Plenty of Time available in the presentation to Introduce a new Apple TV - Kinda shocked by the lack of that introduction.  

     

     

     

    What say you.

     

    Into the email bag we go:

     

    Hi Rob,

    I must say… the most exciting thing to come out of Apple’s iPad announcement today was the reduced pricing on the older models. Especially with the Mini 2. Checking out the refurbished section in their online store, old Mini’s are going as low as $209.00. Even last year’s model is just $250.00 to start. Even the Minis with cell service you can now get for around $320.00 or so.

    The touch ID is nice and all and if you’re into flashy gold, then I suppose that’s good too, but other than that, this year’s Mini feels more like something Apple just put out to not goa year without releasing a small tablet model.

    I guess the enhanced photo and video editing will be compelling to some folks, but honestly…my Air from last year has served me quite nicely.

    You figure that they would do away with the 16GB versions on the phones and tablets at this point, but who knows, maybe in their own way they are. By making the 64GB and 128GB devices basically $100.00 cheaper whose going to bother with the 16GB option? Perhaps the 16GB iPhones and iPads are aimed more for businesses or institutions that issue devices to their employees or even students where the number of apps and content and corresponding storage size is irrelevant?

    Anyway, I’ve been holding out on getting an Apple TV hoping that it would be updated, but since that’s not the case at least for the next six months I’m guessing, I’m going to go grab myself a $75.00 refurbished model from the Apple store now.

    I don’t necessarily want to say that today was underwhelming, because I have no doubt that the new Air is going to be the best tablet experience out there, but is it enough to warrant me dropping another $700.00? Especially when Apple’s offering such good prices on their older stuff that is still nothing to sneeze at? I’ll say no.

    Just my thoughts.

    Cris from California

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    I just glanced at the iPad Mini Iii’s specs and am a bit disappointed that there is no A8 chip. So now i have a hard decision: Since the mini is basically last year’s model with touch ID and no NFC, do I get that one or just save money and suck up the storage issue and go with last year’s? Only did a cursory glance, as been busy doing quantum, but I might want to get a pre-order in so am trying to make a decision soon.

    Hope you can give your thoughts on the show. Really not sure if I can wait another year, as Continuity intrigues me very much. If it had the a8 there would be no question.

    Regards,

    Chelsea

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    Am I crazy or did they really skip Apple TV again?

    Regards,

    Laura B

     

    Hi Laura - I can't answer the crazy part - but I can answer the did they skip Apple TV again - Yes - Yes they did.

    Simply amazing. 

     

    What again did the tag line - Its been way too long - actually refer to?

     

    I am guessing the invite for the event that the Apple TV is announced in will have the tag line - The devil is ice skating  - or The Cubs win the Word Series - or something like that.

     

    http://www.engadget.com/2014/10/16/apple-ipad-2014-event-liveblog/

     

    18:34

     

    http://tii.libsyn.com/oct-2014-apple-event-rumor-bingo

     

    So how did the bingo card do this time around.

     

    Items that were a Yes -  iPad Mini 3rd Gen - Yes.  iPad Air 2nd Gen - Yes - and Touch ID for the iPad - Yes but those were kinda a given being Apple themselves spilled the beans on those two via a screen shot for the iBook for iOS 8.1 - oooppps.

     

    A8X - Processor - Yes - almost gave that a kinda - as it was only for the iPad Air 2.  But since the rumor on that one got the name right A8X - and not just A8 - we will say yes for it.  And that was the only Bingo.

     

    Other items correct in the rumor mill - A Barometer Added, a Gold Colored iPad, New Macs and Launch of Yosemite.  And that was it for solid yes's 

     

    Partial Yes's - were the 8MP rear camera, iOS 8.1 Released - or at least it was announced it would be released on Monday - and Wifi 802.11AC for the iPad Air 2 - only.

     

    And then straight up misses - Anything to do with Apple TV - The Camera Sticking out the back of the iPad, Reversible USB Cable, Larger 12.9" iPad,  New Beats Headphones, NFC for the iPad, Apple Pay launching this weekend and a New iPod Touch 6th gen.

     

    So lets get this right - no new Apple TV and no new iPod Touch - It's Been Way Too Long - for what exactly?

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Rick_MD_FDVBK_802_no_issues

     

    Rick - thanks for the feedback - for some with 8.0.2 there were no issues - but I had many others that had issues. 

     

    Here is what My recommendation is right now per updating.

     

    iOS 8.1 comes out on the 20th - which is Monday.  Wait - again don't be the first to update.  I will release another episode later next week - that will go over next weeks Quarterly report - but likely will be a couple of days later. Also in that episode - I will go over any issues that came up with 8.1 - but with some luck - this might be - hopefully will be the release I say - yes update to - but again - NOT yet - let others be the test subjects.  And I had others asking about iCloud drive and can they update to that - now that Yosemite is for OS Ten is out.  I say wait a week - lets see how iOS 8.1 is - and then you will want to first update ALL of your iOS devices and Macs to the latest iOS 8.1 and Yosemite  respectively - and then and only then turn on iCloud Drive. But again - please wait one more episode.  

     

    Then on the next episode we can finally start talking about iOS 8 features.  I have been holding back on that - as well I did not want to give mixed messages. 

     

    once again - I will do a shout out to those that do like to jump in right away - and do update - let me know you favorite new features in iOS 8.1 next week and for those that turn on iCloud Drive - let me know your thoughts there as well.  But again that is just for the BASE Jumping Adrenaline Junkies out there.  

     

    23:32

     

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    25:27

     

    http://finance.yahoo.com/news/another-exec-apples-

    sapphire-supplier-192232216.html

     

    I guess I am getting a little obsessed with the whole GTAT disaster.  And the more I read - the more it sounds like something in the fiction section of Audible.  One of the more curious bits of info to come out is the COO of GT Advanced Technologies - A Mr. Daniel Squiller - sold nearly $2 Million in Company stock between when it looks like the first signs of trouble appeared and when GTAT filed for bankruptcy.  Not Saying it was insider trader - but he was on the inside and he was trading and he started trading after it appears GTAT missed some milestones and Apple withheld a payment.  He sold $1.2 Million in May and then another $750k between May and the September 9th announcement.  Again not saying this was insider trading - just that he was on the inside and doing some trading - I am sure it was all on the up and up. 

     

    Looking at news of the Apple Payments - it does appear Issues were there early last year.  Apple's loan of $578 Million was to be paid out in 4 different payments - but only after GTAT hit certain goals.  The 3rd payment due in Feb was not made until April.  And that final 139 Mil payment was originally due in April.  The last payment then was supposed to be made in October - again based on GTAT meeting certain goals.  That last payment was never made and those goals it now seems were not just not met - but likely could not be met by GTAT.  

     

    When you look at the dates for the goals - I think it becomes even clearer - Apple planned to have Sapphire on the iPhone 6 and 6+ this year.  

     

    What many are speculating now is that the big furnaces GTAT built specifically for Apple to get the larger size boules of Artificial Sapphire from which to cut out the screens - well they just were not producing high enough quality sapphire.  And sadly they might never be able to.

     

     

    https://www.kccllc.net/gtat/document/1411916141006000000000023

     

    https://www.kccllc.net/gtat/document/1411916141006000000000031

     

    http://blogs.wsj.com/digits/2014/10/14/second-executive-of-

    apple-supplier-sold-shares-after-trouble-surfaced/

     

     

    27:37

     

    https://fortune.com/2014/10/11/apples-got-a-mess-on-

    its-hands-in-mesa-arizona/

     

    So what is Apple to do now - There really is no one else to turn to.  Really at this point Apples only course of action - and I am not going to say best course of action - as there may not be a best course - is to hire all the employees they can from GTAT,  Bring in a few other experts in the field of Crystal growth.  and then look at the furnaces and see what can be done if anything to get them to produce the quality level of Sapphire they need.

     

    Crystal growth is a large part Art - as much art as it is science - and usually a little more on the Art side.  

     

    I know my days working with Artificial Quartz - you really could have wild swings in quality - especially at the high end - from the same manufacturer.  

     

    I hope Apple does not just walk away - not if they think there is a chance they could get the quality and quantity they need.  But then again - GTAT did more than just walk away - they put a noose around their own neck and kicked the horse.  

     

    I am guessing at this point Apple is saying forget what was sunk into this so far - what is it going to take to move forward with good Sapphire.  And if that number does not make sense - I could see Apple just saying enough is enough - and sticking with Gorilla glass. 

     

     

    29:34

     

    http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2014-10-15/gt-

    advanced-delays-hearing-on-sealed-documents-wind-down.html

     

    But in the near term Apple has another issue to deal with - and that is the Bankruptcy papers and hearing GTAT will go through - and their explanation on what the heck happened - and part of that will be to go over their dealings with Apple - which Apple whom does not like anything public - especially contract terms with one supplier made available to their other suppliers.  

     

    It was also found out Apple has a $50 Million fine per infraction against GTAT - for each private detail they reveal.  One current legal battle for GTAT right now is getting that term and other terms in their contract with Apple waived.  Apple again is fighting that and has until the 20th to list specifically what details they want kept hidden in the Bankruptcy proceedings.

     

     

    30:34

     

    https://gigaom.com/2014/10/10/gtat-bankruptcy/

     

    What is also interesting in the filing GTAT made is this quote quote GTAT believes it has many claims against Apple arising out of its relationship with Apple, unquote

     

    Another is this quote “The [Apple] agreements imposed oppressive and burdensome terms and obligations on GTAT.” unquote

     

    So I guess I need to ask GTAT's CEO - was it a 12 gage or a block?  As in what type of Gun did Apple have pointed at your head that forced you to sign that agreement last year.  

     

    This sounds like major sour grapes from a company that clearly wanted to play ball with the big boys - and now is crying because they got hurt playing said ball with said big boys.

     

    The Officers at GTAT will have a lot of explaining to do in the coming months.  And hopefully in the next few months we will find out what really happened - because the GTAT collapse was not about Oppressive and burdensome Terms - it was more about how GTAT could not deliver what they promised - and finding out what they promised to deliver is the one big piece of info I am sure Apple does not want coming out.

     

    31:48

     

    http://www.cnet.com/news/why-the-iphone-6-isnt-

    rocking-a-sapphire-crystal-display/ 

     

    One last article this week on the Sapphire disaster - and it is an article from Sept 10th over on CNET - that tries to go over why no Sapphire this year.

     

    Which I think missed that key possibility - GTAT was not up to the task when it came to Apples needs.  Or as GTAT would say when it came to Apples oppressive and burdensome terms and obligations.  

     

     

    32:18

     

    VOICEMAIL -  Dusty_TX_fdbk_802_missing_items_flashlight

     

    First - I want to say thanks and sorry for those I got with the Hey Siri bit on the last show - I had a few listeners say it did actually work on them and their phones sent the  tweet.  Including one listener Paul who wrote:

     

    Hey Rob,

    I was listening to your podcast this morning on my MacBook Pro while charging my iPhone 6 Plus, when half way through your podcast ep 323 (at 44:33) you commanded Siri to tweet "Go Royals" – and she did! https://twitter.com/kineticbranding

     

    Funny, but I'm a Seattle Mariners fan. 

    Regards,

    Paul in Bend, OR

     

    Oooopps  or he he . Thanks Paul and others again for being good sports about it.  And Paul did send me a link to his tweet or is it my tweet - oh lets just call it our tweet. 

     

    But I did want to point out how someone with a Podcast could take control of you iOS device to send out a tweet.  I guess this would be considered HeySiri Gate.  

     

     

    Hello Rob,

    Just listened to your show and I expected to get a glowing review and go ahead to update to iOS 8. Instead I received a very nice recommendation from you to avoid iOS 8 if I wanted to keep Bluetooth connectivity while driving a car. Cheers Rob on the warning! My wife uses Bluetooth with her iPhone in her car and she would have been oh so upset if that stopped working. 

     

    I think I'll pass on this update and see what you say about 8.1. No software is perfect but I believe Apple will do better next time.   

     

    Another warning to share that may affect some of your listeners is with Words with Friends.  It seems the built in chat feature is suffering a bug where some can't see their new chats that come in whole they are playing the game. They have to exit the game, force-quit it and then get back in the game to see them. Doing this multiple times would be a pain!  

     

    As of today I don't believe there is a fix but Zynga is working on it. 

    Staying with stable iOS 7,

    Regards,

    John D

     

    Thanks for the feedback John - and hopefully ep 325 I can finally recommend iOS 8.1 to update to.

     

     

     

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    39:33

     

    https://plus.google.com/communities/

    105412562215997292912?cfem=1

     

     

    We are now well over 1,500 members in our Google+ community and growing.

     

    Thanks to everyone that has joined and thanks for the great posts. 

     

     

    One new popular post in the G+ community this past week came from -

     

    Edgar Perez - he asked quote 

     

    Trying to explore all the features in my new iPhone 6.  Currently struggling with M8 coprocessor.  I cannot seem to easily find what apps use the motion processor.  Seems like something Apple added that really is not a big win.  What have you all tried or use that used the motion coprocessor.   unquote

     

    There was a great response from Mark Page who said 

     

    Unquote - The health app will record the number of steps and the miles you have walked/ran. You need to go to the health data and then click on All, scroll down to Steps and then toggle to Show on Dashboard.Do the same for Walking and Running Distance. unquote

     

    Ken Lecomte and Jade Starr both suggested the app Lark, with Jade also mentioning Sleep Cycle, Withings, fit port and myfitnesspal.

     

    Edgar the M7 and now M8 coprocessor are there to monitor motion data in the background even when the main processor is asleep - And more importantly when it is awake and working on something else.  It is there to support the main processor by taking over the task of tracking motion data.  Edgar thanks for posting that question. 

     

    - And this past week there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android 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 1500+ of you already in the community and contributing. 

     

     

    Also from the G+ community was this post from Kelvin Brooks

    quote 

    I believe I have found a fix for the iOS 8 wifi issue. I could not wifi sync since downloading iOS 8. I have since turned off "Handoff" which I think was causing the problem. When iOS 8.1 comes out I believe it will permanently fix this issue. unquote

     

    Thanks Kelvin for the heads up on that.  Yup - hope iOS 8.1 fixes that issue. 

     

     

    42:20

     

    http://www.loopinsight.com/2014/10/14/

    macworld-expo-goes-on-hiatus/

     

    Some Sad news for all those that go or have gone to MacWorld - and that is MacWorld slash iWorld is going to sleep with the fishes.  Or as they put it they are taking 2015 off - and going on hiatus - which is a nice way to say - it is over - don't call us - and here are all your records back.

     

    There is an article over on the Loop - link in show notes for ep 324.  

     

    Since Apple pulled out of MacWorld - I really think this has been more of a when will it end - rather than will it end question - and now we know - 2014 is when it ended.  

     

    Again very sad news - to bad Apple could not support them more.  

     

     

     

    43:22

     

    https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/tii-today-in-ios-app

    /id318848957?mt=8

     

    Ok - The Tii App is updated to version 2.0.2 - which makes it iOS 8.x compatible.  This means you can now print the PDF about proper steps to update and also the PDF about battery saving tips - directly from your iOS 8 device.

     

    So no need to email me for those PDF's anymore.

     

    I did hear from about 3 or 4 listeners - that the last episode only - ep 323 - would play for about 1 minute and crash for them with the latest version.   I saw this happen on one of my iOS device - I deleted the Tii App and re-installed - but that device was running iOS 7.1.2 - my Wifes iPad Mini 2 - but the rest it played fine. 

     

    If you have this issue - please email today in iOS at gmail dot com - and let me know - especially if after deleting and re-installing it does not fix the issue.  Again it was only a few people reporting this issue and only for ep 323 - I did not do anything different from other episodes - but I did update iTunes between eps 322 and 323 - and I am wondering if that caused an issue.

     

    That all said - The now Free Tii app version 2.0.2 is waiting for you - search for Tii in the app store.  One thing you will see is the post for Bingo Card in there between eps 322 and 323.  And if you go back further - you will see the PDF posts.  Or if you tap on PDF in the episode list you can see them even easier.  

     

    I really like the new UI for the Tii App - especially in Car mode if you turn your iPhone sideways when playing an episode.  

     

    Again search for Tii in the iTunes app store to download for free - and make sure you accept Push Notification to get notices of when new episodes go live. 

     

     

    45:44

     

    VOICEMAIL -  Matt_OR_Voice_over_LTE

     

    Hi Rob,

    I have 1 unlimited grandfathered iPhone 5S and 2 iPhone 6 plus and 1 iPhone 5 on AT&T good service. 

    I was wondering when I get the iPad Air 2 should I get AT&T or go with T mobile?

    I'm in Springfield MO 65803. 

    Which should I go with? Or Verizon?  Sprint is out of the question. The iPhone's get I think 2gb of data except for mine unlimited. Any insight will be appreciated. 

    Regards,

    David

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Shannon_CA_fdbk_iphone6_review_icatcher

     

     

     

    50:21

     

    https://itunes.apple.com/app/fotor-photo-effect-studio/

    id440159265?mt=8

     

     

    One app we have mentioned a few times on this show especially in the episode artwork section is the App Fotor - spelled F O T O R

     

    Well if you are hearing this on or before Oct 18th and 19th - they are making their in app purchases free.  Here is what they had to say.

     

    Hi Rob,

    Fotor is a free app, but we have some in app purchase items within Fotor.

    To better show our new iOS 8 optimized design, for a limited time we would like to giveaway scenes, effects, fonts and sticker in-app purchases for Free. Offer only available October 18th and 19th. 

    Regards,

    Sharon with Fotor

     

    This is $23 worth of in app purchases for free - including all scenes, effects, fonts and stickers.  and it is just Oct 18th and 19th. Thanks Sharon for the heads up. 

     

     

    51:37

     

    VOICEMAIL - Tony_SF_issue_iPhotos

     

    Rob

    I have an iPhone 6 on iOS 8.0.2.  I do not currently use a case.

     

    Since I got the phone, the phone seems to register phantom touches. It is usually while I'm holding the phone, but it happens even after I put the phone down without having locked the screen.

     

    By phantom touches I mean that apps open by themselves, keys on the keyboard type themselves, I involuntarily LIKE things on Facebook, etc..

     

    In all of these cases I did not touch the screen.  The phantom touches seem to be concentrated on the left side of the screen, at or below the half.

     

    Is anyone else experiencing this phenomenon?  What can I do to fix it?

    Regards,

    Air-ee

     

    Thanks for the email - That is a strange one - I am not seeing that on the 6+ - but if anyone else is seeing this on the iPhone 6 - please let us know. 

     

    206-666-6364 - 206-Moon-Dog - or send an email to today in iOS at gmail dot com.

     

     

    hey rob,

    last year iOS 7.1 came out much later than iOS 7. Why is it this year that iOS 8.1 beta came out almost immediately after iOS 8? On macrumors they said Apple is expected to release 8.2,8.3... 

    Why not 8.0.x updates? 

    Regards,

    Ben K

     

    Well I think 8.1 is earlier - not because of all the other issues / bugs with the first 3 version of iOS 8 - but rather to bring in support for Apple Pay and continuity with Yosemite.  So there are those releases that were needed.  Somewhere there will be a .X release also for support for Apple Watch.  So we know at least by quote early 2015 unquote there will be at least a 8.2 update for our Apple watches. 

     

    Per what 8.3 would be or what would be between Apple Pay and Apple Watch - I am not sure.  But yes definitely at least two major updates are needed. 

     

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - David_NJ_ios802_issues

     

    VOICEMAIL - DAN_LA_802_fdbk_no_iussues_with_update

     

     

    57:54

     

    http://www.att.com/esupport/article.jsp?sid=KB414532&cv=820#fbid=WvoMZv8WwLT

     

    I want to give a you some feedback on my experience unlocking my iPhone 5S from AT&T.  As you know I moved to T-mobile when I purchased the iPhone 6+.  Since I had the iPhone 5S less than two years - that meant early termination time for me.  It worked out to an ETF of $242.63.  Which T-mobile said they will cover me on.

     

    So with the ETF paid and my account closed - I went to the link AT&T says to go to unlock the phone which is att.com/deviceunlock

     

    and entered my info which include my old cell number, my IMEI Number and some other info.  And submitted the form.  A few hours later I received word back that I was not eligible to be unlocked because I had not completed my service Agreement - which I had and I had paid my ETF - so I was in good standings.  I then called - 1-800-331-0500 - and was told the by the automated attendant to go online to request the unlock - so I asked to speak to a representative - and it acknowledged I was asking to speak to a rep about unlocking - and after waiting a few minutes a very helpful rep came on and helped me with the unlock - which I am told I will have the info I need on the 20th in an email to unlock it.  Seems they needed to do it manually on their end.  So just a heads up if you are trying to unlock an iPhone on AT&T - and are told no at the URL - you should call them and talk to a human. 

     

    Thanks AT&T and specifically Tan J for your help.

     

     

    1:00:04

     

    VOICEMAIL -  Ben_CA_CALL1_issues

     

    VOICEMAIL - Ben_CA_issues_5S_heat_problems

     

    VOICEMAIL - Ben_CA_3rd_call_issue

     

     

    1:05:05

     

    http://maciosnow.com/perfect-guest

     

    I want to thank Bill Golden for having me as a guest on his show - Mac iOS Now.  which you can find by going to Mac iOS Now dot com.  Or by looking for the link in the show notes. 

     

    We talked - you guessed it about Apple and iOS.  It was a fun talk - Thanks Bill for having me on the show - and once this episode is over - which is pretty soon - please go and check out that interview. 

     

     

    1:05:31

     

    Thanks again to our sponsor Audible for supporting this show - please visit Audible podcast dot com slash T i i  for your free audio book download.

     

     

    And Before we go today I want to remind you to send in your feedback to the show - 206-666-6364 - that 206-moon-dog - or record your feedback and email it to the show at today in iOS at gmail dot com - The  feedback can be a question or comment per something someone said on this episode or it can be a question or rant you have about something else.  An App or product review - good or bad - as long as it is iOS related - it is welcomed.  I am always looking for new Artwork to feature that you created on an iOS device - just put some Tii branding on it and send it in.  And of course we are always looking for more music created on an iOS device to play on the show.  This is your show and your feedback is greatly desired.  And don't forget to check out our Moderated Google Plus community by going to todayinios dot com slash community.  

     

     

    And finally there is the new and updated Tii App that is now Free to you.  Search for Tii in the iTunes App Store - it is the best way to consume the show and to get push notifications each time a new episode of Tii is released.  Please go right now and download the Tii App - yes you - right now - no not in few minutes - right now as you listen to the outro music.  

     

    Finally - A big Big big - Thank you to 

     

    David B

    Edwin A

    James K

    Daniel E

    David M

    Stephanie F

    and Laura B

     

    For their donations via Paypal toward my iPhone 6+ purchase.  Thanks all for helping make this upgrade possible.  Thanks again to all that helped out - it is greatly appreciated.  

     

    And that folks is going to do it for us today. 

     

     

    OUTRO

     

    OUTRO MUSIC

     

     

     

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    Thu, 16 October 2014
    Oct 2014 Apple Event Rumor Bingo
    Oct 2014 Apple Event Rumor Bingo

     

    Click to get larger version

     

    As always - I would like to point out - not everything on the bingo card are items I think will be announced. However, these are the top rumors out there leading into the Oct 2014 event.  

    Remember the event will be live streamed today (Oct 16th) at 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT.  http://www.apple.com/live/   - Live streaming requires an iOS device, Safari an Apple TV and basic understanding of Chinese.   

    I added a post I pinned to the top of the Tii Google+ community go there to add in your comments live as it unfolds.  

     

    Per the Rumor Bingo card above for those sight impared here is the actual layout of the bingo card going left to right.

     

    Top Row:

    iPad Mini 3rd Gen.

    Gold Colored iPads

    iOS 8.1 Released

    Apple Pay to launch this weekend

    Near Field Communication (NFC) for iPads

     

    Second Row:

    Camera Sticks out not flush w/ back of iPads

    A8X for iPads Processor w/M8 Motion Processor

    New iPad Touch 6th Gen.

    Wifi 802.11AC for iPads

    Launch of Yosemite

     

    Third Row:

    Barometer in iPads

    4th Gen. Apple TV supports App Store 

    Free spot

    New Beats HeadPhone

    New Macs

     

    Fourth Row:

    2 GB RAM for iPads

    8 MP Rear Camera for iPads

    4th Gen. Apple TV with DVR option

    Touch ID for iPads

    4th Gen. Apple TV with Siri Control

     

    Fifth Row:

    4th Gen. Apple TV 

    Reversible USB Cable

    Larger 12.9" iPad

    Apple TV to be Home-kit Hub

    iPad Air 2nd Gen.

     

     

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    Thu, 9 October 2014
    Tii - iTem 0323 - iOS 8.0.2 and 8.1 Beta 1 and 2

    Tii - iTem 0323 - iOS 8.0.2 and 8.1 Beta 1 and 2

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    iOS Artwork - iTem 0323 and Episode Transcript
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    TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 323

     

    Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast -  First up I want to thank 

    JEFF for sending in the music you hear in the background. JEFF wrote:

     

    Hi Rob,

    I made this song called - Fool - with my iphone 4s using the GarageBand app. For free downloads and more music follow me @jeffj6 on twitter. 

    Regards,

    Jeff J

    SONG_Fool.mp3

     

     

    Thanks JEFF for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode - And yes the song Fool is dedicated to all those reporting on Bendgate as a real issue.    I also want to thank JEFF K for sending in the Artwork for today's show.  JEFF wrote

     

    HI Rob,

    This image was created while listening to tii.

    The background was made in the Faux hd app, text & signature added

    in Sketchclub .. the image was then lightly toasted in Tangled fX  & finally the water effect was added with the clear lake app.

    REGARDS,

    Jeff K

    Florence, Or

     

     

     

    Well JEFF Thanks again for sending in this artwork and folks you can see JEFF'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 323 - or if you subscribe via iTunes on your computer as the album artwork 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.  

     

     

    02:23

     

    In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote “Imagine Samsung introducing revolutionary new lines of mobile phones and tablet computers with twice the battery life of Apple devices! Imagine colors more vivid than you have ever seen in any display before and half the thickness of Apple devices! The foregoing is not just a hyperbole; Samsung is pouring billions into making this happen. Unquote

    Nigam Arora, Contributor, Forbes, 10 Feb 2012

     

    Well Nigam - I can imagine Pink Elephants that can fly - I can even imagine Contributors to Forbes that know what they are talking about - imagination is easy - reality not so much -  Just Sayin

     

     

    03:08

     

    For Promo codes - On Ep 322 we offered up chances to win promo codes for the App - DATA BROWSER FOR PARSE - we will be giving those out later this week - for more info on this app go back and listen to the beginning of Ep 322. 

     

     

    This week we have promo codes for the APP - FOLD THE ADVENTURE. Here is the review from the Dev - PLAY PROMO CODE FOLD - Thanks to RICHARD for his review of HIS App FOLD THE ADVENTURE and for sending in the promo codes to give away.  Folks if you would like a chance for a promo code for this app - send an email to todayinos at gmail dot com and put FOLD in the subject line.

     

    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 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.  

     

     

    04:49

     

    http://www.loopinsight.com/2014/10/08/apple-sends-

    out-invites-for-oct-16-special-event/

     

    Thanks Apple for making it easy to decide what story to start with.  And that is Apple sent out Invites today for the October 16th special event - This was pretty much as expected well both the sending out of the invites and the event.  Of course Apple did not say what would be announced - just that certain tech media folks have been called upon to visit Apples Main Campus at 10:00 AM PT on October 16th. 

     

    But as is typical there was some wording on the invite to help get speculation going and the wording on the invite this time is Quote It's been way too long unquote

     

    Now call me crazy but I will assume Apple is not getting into the porn business  and that the way too long refers to too long since something was last updated.  Which leads us to the Apple TV - which the 3rd gen came out over two years ago.  So yes way too long since the last update.  

     

    Now it might also mean they will announce iOS 8.1 - as in its taken way too long for Apple to release a really usable version of iOS 8 - Oh I soooo went there.  but more on that later.  

     

    Most of the rumors around the speculation of this event revolve around some new Macs, OS X Yosemite and updated iPads.  None of which fits in with the way too long theme.  

     

    Per the iPads - basic rumors on what to expect are - Touch ID across the board for iPads,  Which also likely means NFC - so you can do Apple Pay with them - at least for any that have Cellular connectivity.  A couple rumors have them being a little thinner for the iPad Air,  Also expect the A8 Processor - duhhh - along with 802.11 AC - again duhhh.  Some speculate the iPads will also go to 2 GB of RAM - not sure if that is speculating as much as them being highly influenced by Android Fan boys calls for more RAM.  And of course they will improve the Camera in the iPads.  Overall should be mostly about some incremental increases and performance tweaks - rather then anything mind blowing.  Chances are if you have a 3rd gen iPad - you are still not going to be running out to get the new iPads.  Oh and there might be a slight bump / tweak to the screen resolution to the iPad Air.  Per Will there be a larger iPad - probably not - which would be sad - as a lot of listeners have asked about there being a larger iPad. 

     

    I personally am hoping for a new Apple TV.  But I have been hoping for that for a year now at each new event and even when there were no events.  So while I am hoping for a new Apple TV - at this point my level of expectation is loooooow - I mean when I think back to when Apple last updated the Apple TV and all I can say is  --- It's been way too long.

     

     

    Let Me know your thoughts on what you expect for this event.

     

    206-666-6364 thats 206-moon-dog or send an email to today in iOS at gmail dot com.  I will work to get together a Bingo card prior to next weeks Event - look for that in the Tii App and on the Google Plus community page for Tii. 

     

    http://www.forbes.com/sites/ewanspence/2014/10/03/

    apple-october-event-predictions/

     

    08:42

     

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0-3fIs2jQs

     

    VOICEMAIL - RICH_THOUGHTS_BENDGATE

     

    Rich Thanks for your thought on what I Called Bend-Duhhhh-Gate on the last episode.  When I did that episode - this insanity was just starting - and I said it was a non-issue and well basic physics - and you know who backed me up on this - Consumer Reports.  They did Actual testing on the iPhone 6 and 6Plus - along with some other smartphones.  And what they found is that basically given enough force any smartphone will bend and then break.  Nothing shocking there.  They looked at how much force was required to bend an iPhone 6+ and they found it took 90 Pounds of pressure - which is actually quite a bit.  It took 70 Pounds of Pressure to bend the iPhone 6 - yes - the iPhone 6 bends easier than the 6+ - but again 70 pounds of pressure is also a bunch.  And is exactly what was needed to bend the HTC one M8.  Yes - the HTC One bend with less force than the iPhone 6+. 

     

    So here are the actual results of the Bend tests.

     

    For what they called Deformation - or where it starts to bend.

     

    The HTC One M8 and the iPhone 6 - bent at 70 Pounds

    iPhone 6 + at 90 pounds

    LG G3 and iPhone 5 at 130 pounds  

    Sammy Note 3 at 150 pounds

     

    It should be noted the note 3 is plastic - not a shocker that it takes more force to permanently bend or deform a plastic phone.  

     

    Where the devices had case separation - i.e. broke. or more importantly where you were longer able to play clash of clans that was 

     

    HTC One M8 - 90 pounds

    iPhone 6 - 100 pounds

    iPhone 6+ - 110 pounds

    LG G3 - 130 pounds

    Sammy Note 3 and iPhone 5 - 150 pounds

     

    So what was the quick summary of the tests - Given enough pressure - any smartphone will bend or break - And it does take quite a bit to bend and break the iPhones - and a little more is required for the iPhone 6+ then the 6.  

     

    Apple also responded saying they have Titanium inserts and other inserts in the iPhone 6 and 6+ to help strengthen the iPhones and make them more rigid.

     

    For real world use this is as I said on the last show - a NON-issue.

     

    That said - there is a public perception issue that will take time to overcome for Apple - a couple of my wife's friends have said they are holding off getting an iPhone because they heard they bend.  I over heard someone saying that at a Sams club when talking to their kid about which phone to get.  So sadly while the reality of situation for users is fine - there is definitely a perception issue for Apple with some un-educated users - that have been influenced by the Tech press and anti-Apple bloggers.

     

    For the majority of consumers however - I do not think this bend gate will influence them - and at the two shows I was at last week - I pretty much had two questions asked of me - First - is that the new iPhone 6+ and once I said Yes - Yes it is.  That was followed with this question - Can I hold it?

     

    To which most people were - wow - that is thin and sexy.  Then I would show them the split screen modes - and those on the fence between a 6 and 6+ were almost all pushed over to the 6 - including a couple that said they were canceling their 6 orders and getting a 6+.   However there were a few women with small hands that just felt the 6+ was just too big for them.  But just a few. 

     

    Apple also reported about the number of people that contacted them about actually bending their iPhones by accident - that number was 9 - as in 4 plus 5 or 3 3's.  NINE out of over 10 Million.  Or put another way - you have a much much better chance of having played professional football as a listeners to this show then you do having a bent iPhone as a listener.  You also have a much much better chance to have dated a supper model then of having a bent iPhone.  

     

    http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/news/2014/09/consumer-

    reports-tests-iphone-6-bendgate/index.htm

     

    http://www.technewsworld.com/story/81092.html?rss=1

     

    14:33

     

    http://appleinsider.com/articles/14/09/27/after-apple-inc-dodged-

    the-iphone-6-plus-bendgate-bullet-detractors-wounded-by-ricochet

     

    Over at Apple Insider - Daniel Eran Dilger - has a post titled - quote After Apple Inc Dodged the iPhone 6 Plus bend gate bullet - detractors wounded by Richochet. unquote - Link to that in the show notes for ep 323.  

     

    It is a good post and definitely worth the read.  If you are in the tii App - you can pause the show and read it -  ok - you are back.  You want to guess the part I liked best - Yup the Tweet from HTC where they were trying to needle the iPhone 6+ which they said - Quote Designed to withstand the most demanding environments - like you pockets #HTCOneM8 unquote - ummm except it did the worst of all the phones tested by Consumer reports - Dooohhhh.  And oh yeah the HTCOne is significantly thicker at 9.35 mm vs the iPhone 6+ at 7.1 mm. 

     

    There is also reports of Apple slapping down some sites and publications that over link baited articles about Bend-duhh-gate - so sometimes it was not a ricochet hitting others - it was a shot fired directly by Apple.  And honestly I don't blame Apple - if you are going to use link bait to spread fear and not do proper testing - you really can't expect to be getting an invite to the next Apple event or samples to test out or access to Apple people for interviews.  Sure there are times you can and should be critical of Apple - like with the whole 8.0.1 debacle.  And Apple will not smack you down for that. They Might not like it - but they know they screwed up with that.  But with Bend-duhh-gate - that was a non-story and those that helped egg that story along for the sake of extra page views - they should expect a little icy shoulder treatment from Apple for some time.  Just Ask Gizmodo if it is worth the extra traffic in the short term for the ban from Apple events since then.   

     

     

    16:55

     

     

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    There are now two tutorials on Swift on Lynda - the most recent one is great - it is Swift Essential Training and was released on the 26th of September.  It covers Installing Xcode 6, Writing Swift Code in Playgrounds, Declaring Variable and Constants, defining functions and much much more. It is 3 hours and 40 Minutes for just this One Video tutorial.  And as they say in the intro to this tutorial - for anyone that was delaying getting involved programing for iOS - now with Swift it is the perfect language to start with.  So for all that had issues really mastering or even learning Objective C - Swift is for you.  And Swift Essential Training is the video tutorial for you.  

     

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    19:45

     

    http://www.forbes.com/sites/markrogowsky/2014/10/05/

    iphone-6-launch-continues-hot-streak/

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Jodi_ATL_waiting_6Pl_split_screen_mode_bendgate_Sammy_involved.WAV

     

     

    So all this bad press and link bait and other issues are really impacting Apples sales of the iPhone 6 and 6+ - right - I mean that is what the Android Fan boys and those paid by Sammy to report on these issues.  I mean hypothetically speaking that is.  I mean there has never been any proof Sammy paid people to negatively report on competitors.  Oh wait - yeah there was that time the Taiwan Govt smack Sammy down for doing exactly that.  But I am sure they learned their lessons.  Anyway with all this link baiting going on - Apple has likely hit a wall correct?   Well not according to those looking at these things.  They feel Apple is nearing if not already over 20 Million iPhone 6 and 6+ sales to consumers already.  Compared to a year ago - the iPhone 6 and 6+ have double the % of iPhones active that were tracked then the 5S and 5C did - with 4.7% of all iPhones currently active being the 6 and 6+ - vs a year ago of 2.4% for the 5S and 5C - and considering the pie is bigger - that means it is much more than double the number sold.  Of course just like last year - demand greatly outstrips supply - and likely will for some time - because on the 17th of this month - China and India get the iPhone as well. 

     

     

    23:46

     

    http://www.forbes.com/sites/chuckjones/2014/10/04/apples-

    iphone-6-pre-orders-are-on-fire-in-china/

     

    And in China - the Pre-Pre-orders are on fire. 

     

    There is actually three levels of orders in China - there is the 17th - when Official orders are delivered or picked up by customers.  There is the 10th - when people can officially pre-order the iPhone in China - and then there is what is going on now - which is pre-pre-orders I guess for lack of a better term - or a reservation to pre-order.  In any case there are well over 8 Million pre-pre-orders for the iPhone 6's in China alone.  

     

    One thing interesting about the Chinese numbers - beyond the scope - is that the split is about 50 / 50 between the 6 and 6+.

     

    Essentially Q3 2014 iPhone shipments will not be a measure of Demand - but rather a measure of supply.  With it likely being sometime in 2015 before supply meets demand world wide.

     

     

     

    24:44

     

    http://9to5mac.com/2014/10/02/real-world-app-launching-test-

    shows-iphone-6-beating-out-galaxy-s5-and-htc-one-m8/

     

    Ok - so we already know on the benchmark tests that the iPhone 6 and 6Plus pretty much kick every android butt.  Now we also know how the iPhone 6 does in some real tests against the HTC One M8 and Galaxy S5.   These tests have all devices launching free the same apps - then minimizing / freezing the apps - then re-launching from the frozen state. 

     

    So how did the devices do - Well as expected.  It took the iPhone 6 1 Minute 55 seconds to complete the course - the M8 was about 10 seconds slower and the Galaxy S5 really lagged behind taking 2 minutes and 58 seconds.  

     

    So that whole Android fan boy - iPhones need more RAM and more Clock speed argument can pretty much be put out to pasture along with the S5 that is.   Most of the S5 sloooooowdown is due to Sammys TouchWiz layer on top of Android. Never hurts to help.

     

    Thanks to all that sent in that one. 

     

     

    25:53

     

    http://www.imore.com/iphone-6-vs-galaxy-s5-vs-htc-one-m8-

    camera-shootout

     

    One of the most important real world comparisons for smartphones is for photos - because well that is for most of us now if not our just or primary camera - but also in many cases our only camera. 

     

    iMore had a nice post showing the iPhone 6 camera vs the S5 vs the M8.   And the winner - iPhone 6 - duhhhh.

     

    Or as the article summed up.  Quote

     

    While the iPhone 6 may not have received a bump in specs, there are definite improvements under the hood that should make a huge difference in how your images turn out, and in meaningful ways.

    Apple is currently striking the right balance between megapixels and pixel size, between quality of lens and power of image signal processor. They don't have the biggest glass, but they have the best chipset, and now that they offer manual camera controls for third party apps, I'm running out of reasons not to recommend the iPhone camera to anyone or everyone.

    As of today, if you want to take great photos with your phone, the iPhone 6 is your best bet.

     

    Unquote

     

    They did everyday and HDTR shots, Macro Shots, Zoom Shots, Low Light shots, Flash Photography, Motion Shots, Panoramic shots and of course Selfies.  So if you are a show me type person and want to decide or judges  for yourself - look for the link in the show notes titled iPhone6 vs S5 vs M8 - Camera shootout - that for ep 323 at today in iOS dot com or in the links in the Tii App.

     

    27:37

     

    http://www.dxomark.com/Mobiles/Apple-iPhone-6-and-6-Plus-review-

    Bigger-and-better.-Apple-set-gold-standard-for-smartphone-image-quality

     

    And it is not just iMore saying the iPhone 6 or iPhone 6Plus camera is best - DxOMark also crowned both devices as the best smartphone cameras - beating out Sony's Xperia Z3 and its 20plus Mega Pixel camera, as well as a slew of other smartphones - including the S5, nokia 808 purview, Lumia 1020 and 925, the Go Pro hero, the M8 and a bunch of others.

     

     

    28:21

     

    http://www.macrumors.com/2014/10/01/iphone-6-wifi-compared-

    to-iphone-5s/

     

    Thanks to Matt S for the link to this next one - which is a video going over some Wifi Speed tests pitting the iPhone 5S with 802.11n against the iPhone 6Plus with 802.11ac

     

    The 5S could get wifi speeds of up to 101.1 Mbps - but the 6plus smoked that with top speeds of 278.5 Mbps.  

     

    Of course I will need to take them at their word - as I do not have a router that runs that fast to test it.

     

    Ohhhh - but some day when Google Fiber finally comes to overland park and my house- then a testing I will a do.

     

     

    29:02

     

    http://time.com/3437222/iphone-data-encryption/

     

    You know who really hates the iPhone 6 and 6plus - the FBI and the NSA.  Back at the end of September FBI Director James Comey criticized Apples encryption saying it could take more than 5 1/2 years to try all combinations for the passcode. Comey basically said Apple created a means for Criminals to evade the law.  And when the FBI says a device is too secure - well if you are Apple - you can't ask for better PR.  

     

    This is not about criminals - this is about business users and people that care about their private info you know staying private.  With the iPhone you get said device.  

     

     The new iPhones encrypt emails, photos and contacts based on a very complex algorithm using code created and unique to that phones user -and a code Apple says it does not possess. 

     

    So if Apple is sent a court order demanding the contents of the iPhone 6 and 6Plus be unlocked - Apple can not comply.  And that is what has the FBI, NSA and other three and four letter acronyms in a tizzy.  What was that quote People should not fear the government - Governments should fear the people. 

     

    Reality is this is again more about keeping business secrets well secret then it is anything else - and the governments objections to not being able to read your email are well overblown at best.

     

    To all of this I say Well done Apple - thanks for offering up the most secure handset possible. 

     

    http://www.nytimes.com/2014/09/27/technology/iphone-locks-

    out-the-nsa-signaling-a-post-snowden-era-.html?_r=0

     

     

    30:54

     

    http://www.marketwatch.com/story/apple-faces-new-wave-

    of-complaints-over-ios-8-upgrade-2014-09-29

     

    VOICEMAIL - RON_OH_tii_app_fdbk_iOS8_bugs

     

    VOICEMAIL - Terry_TX_bluetooth_issue_with_car

     

    Hi Rob,

    I am a 5c user and a new listener. I love my Apple stuff but I am having an issue with my Bluetooth devices and my phone. I have an LG Tone + and hands free Bluetooth in my car. Ever since I updated to 8.0.2 from 8.0  my Bluetooth devices don't connect near how they used to when I had 8.0. Have you heard about this before??

    Adrienne G

     

     

    Ok - So I said wait on iOS 8.0.0 and wait on updating on iOS 8.0.2 - and now that 8.0.2 is almost 2 weeks old - what do I recommend now. Well it is complicated.  Normally by this point I would be - yeah go update.  But as mentioned before iOS 8.0 should not have been released as a GM - Apple needed at least one more beta. Well I was kind of wrong - Apple really needed at least 3 more beta's because 8.0.2 has its issues as well.

     

    Per the callers - the biggest issue with 8.0.2 is the issue of bluetooth connectivity in a car.  If you at all connect your iPhone to your cars bluetooh - run away - run away - do not update to 8.0.2  

     

    if you are on an iPhone 6 or 6Plus - and do NOT use bluetooth in the car - then all should be good to update to 8.0.2

     

    For all others I would say if all is ok right now for you stay at the version iOS you are at.  Wait for iOS 8.1 - which really should be called 8.0.0 Mulligan.   After 8.1 comes out - as always wait about a week before doing your update - there is no prize for being first to update - so chill a little.

     

     

     

     

     Hi Rob,

     

    I just updated my 5S to iOS 8.0.2 only to find it

    photo unfriendly. I used to sync my phone to my

    PC, drag and drop the photo folder to my desktop. Now,

    you can view the photos in your open folder, but when you

    drag and drop there's nothing in the folder. Also,

    the pics in the Photos app on my phone are all jumbled.

    They have everything categorized by location but many of my

    pics are duplicated in several albums. I can

    delete them from "recently added" but

    when I do that in the other folders the "delete" button

    is depressed and won't let me discard them. I tried all

    conceivable options in the settings menu but nothing does

    the trick. Should I just wait for

    the next update to the update? Any other

    listeners have similar experiences???

     

    Syncless in CT,

     

    36:16

     

    http://www.iclarified.com/44230/apple-has-stopped-signing-ios-

    712-you-can-no-longer-downgrade

     

    PLAY RICK_Question_downgrade_712

     

     

    Those looking to downgrade back to iOS 7.1.2 - sorry no can do - Apple has stopped signing 7.1.2 - so if you are at iOS 8 and not happy or wanting to jailbreak - well no soup for you when it comes to going back to 7.1.2.  Sorry for the bad news - but Appel did give you some time right away to go back.  At least over 1 weeks - which was nice of them.

     

    Sadly they are not nice enough to leave as such indefinitely.

     

     

    37:19

     

    http://www.businessinsider.com/apple-is-bringing-back-camera-

    roll-2014-10

     

    If there is one feature that is in iOS 7 and early versions of iOS - that was removed from iOS 8 - that I feel was a mistake and many of you have said so too - that is the removal of the Cameral Roll.   There was just something nice about the idea and usefulness of a camera roll.  It let me know exactly which pictures I had taken with my Camera recently - especially since I like to do manually sync's to my Macbook.  And with iOS 8 - and that being removed well again I thought it was a mistake and so did someone At Apple - because it looks like it is headed back with iOS 8.1  - Hey another reason to stay at iOS 7.1.2 until iOS 8.1 is ready as if you needed another reason.  

     

    So hopefully this stays with iOS 8.1 when it goes gold master.

     

    One of the biggest or main things 8.1 will bring will be Apple Pay - so you know Apple kinda sorta hasta make this one go well.

     

    And well obviously another thing 8.1 has to bring is bug fixes. 

     

     

    38:31

     

    http://www.macrumors.com/2014/09/29/apple-seeds-first-

    ios-8-1-beta-to-developers/

     

    And yes - since the last episode both iOS 8.1 beta 1 and beta 2 have been released to Devs.  So seems a quick process for the 2nd beta.  But with iOS 8.1 expected to go live later this month - Apple does not have time to mess around.  

     

    http://www.cnet.com/news/ios-8-1-beta-2-reveals-new-

    apple-pay-screens/

     

     

    39:00

     

    VOICE MAIL - Jack_Wayne_resetting_setttings-changes_name

     

    VOICEMAIL - Jack_wayne_pa_part2-fdbk

     

     

    Here was an email exchange from this week. 

    Hi Rob. 

    I have a small problem and wondered if maybe you had a solution. 

     

    Somewhere along the line of upgrading iOS to now the very latest version on my iPhone 5S I appear to have lost the iTunes Music app. Any idea how to get it back?

    Regards,

    Stephen from London, England.  

    Hi Stephen,

    Check in Restrictions to see if it is blocked - that is the usual reason for

    a stock app to not be shown.

    Let me know if that was the issue. 

    Regards, 

    Rob W

     

    Dear Rob,

    That was exactly the problem! Many thanks.

    Stephen.

     

    So remember folks when one of your stock apps or a stock app on one of your friends devices goes away - the usual reason for that is in the settings for restrictions - it somehow has been restricted.  

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    I just wanted to shoot you a quick email letting you know my favorite features on iOS 8. The first one that I'm really in love with is the quick reply feature from iMessage notifications. Too many times I find myself watching Netflix on my phone and having to leave the app to reply to a message is a pain. Quick replies fixes that for me.

     

     

    The other feature I really enjoy is the overhauled Photos app. It's not so much the ability to manage photos that I love about the app, as it is the ability to edit photos in the app. Photo extensions have made that app 1000 times more useful for me,as someone who does a lot of iPhone photography. I really enjoyed iPhoto for iOS, but after seeing what the Photos app is capable of, I don't really miss it.

     

     

    The final feature I really enjoy is the enhanced dictation on iOS. I like being able to see almost instantaneous feedback as I speak, as well as the fact that it doesn't make as many mistakes as it normally does. In fact I'm actually dictating this email as I go, and it won't take much editing to get it perfect. The dictation feature is far from perfect but it works well enough that I've found it useful. 

    Regards,

    –Dan

     

     

     

     

    ----  HEY SIRI - - - - -    Send a Tweet  -----   Go Royals Today in iOS Podcast and @podcast411 just took over my iOS device and sent this tweet  - - - - - - -  Send Tweet

     

    Ok - That was really not cool  But an example of why you might just want to turn off Hey Siri.  Just Sayin.   Will be interesting to see if that actually worked.  Actually I could have been really mean and had her tweet - watching Porn at work again - good thing the boss is not around.  Would be fun explaining that one. 

     

     

    VOICE MAIL - Joe_NY_What_does_motion_calibration_do

     

    VOICEMAIL - FDBK_arrow_iPhone6_motion_calibration

     

     

    47:16

     

    https://plus.google.com/communities/105412562215997292912

    ?cfem=1

     

     

    We are now well over 1,400 members in our Google+ community and growing.

     

    Thanks to everyone that has joined and thanks for the great posts. 

     

     

    One new popular post in the G+ community this past week came from Rachel D - who asked about a way to ban a calls from people that don't have Caller ID.  

     

    And Thanks goes to Kristopher Sanchez Morr who wrote 

     

    you could enable the do not disturb option, and add to your favorite contacts people you really want to reach you and allow other people to call you if they try a second time Just make sure you add contacts you really want to reach you to your favorites. And that you enable the option to receive calls from favorite ccontacts, or you could create a group within your contact list and allow calls from people in that group.

     

     

    Thanks for the help Kristopher

     

    - And this past week or 2 there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android 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 again thanks to all 1400+ of you already in the community and contributing. 

     

     

    Hi Rob

    I just uploaded a test video to Google+ to see if it gives the option to choose whether you allow the video to autoplay or not. No such option appeared, so I can only conclude video autoplay is a Google+ thing rather than user controlled.

    Regards

    Steve

    Brisbane

     

     

    49:15

     

    http://money.cnn.com/news/newsfeeds/articles/globenewswire/

    10101374.htm

     

    Breaking news - pun intended - and it seems that Sapphire glass for the iPhone broke - as in literally broke GTAT to the point of them announcing they are filing for Bankruptcy - which really sucks as I had some stock in GTAT.  Ouch.

     

    To catch people up - last November it was announced that Apple 

     purchased a building in Mesa AZ and leased the facility to GTAT and then Apple loaned GTAT money to buy equipment and set up that building for very high volume Sapphire Production - The Agreed loan amount was to the tune of over $500 Million - actually $578 million for those counting at home.  

     

    As we all know GTAT Sapphire did not make it to the front of the iPhone - and it is looking more and more likely - it really was supposed to this year.  

     

    Reading through the analysts thoughts on bankruptcy filling - this being analysts that cover GTAT - all of them were totally blind sided by this.  And they all think that one reason for the Bankruptcy is based on Apple calling in early payment of those loans based on GTAT not being able to hit performance criteria and / or delivery quantities.  They also all point out originally GTAT was projecting major revenue for H2 2014 - so all signs point to Apple originally wanting to go with GTAT Sapphire this year for the iPhones - but GTAT was not able to live up to either or both their promised quality performance and delivery performance.  And the WSJ is reporting that Apple was supposed to supply the last payment of $138 million of the $578 Million in October - assuming they hit production and other goals - and that payment was not given - so that is also looking like a major reason for the bankruptcy filling. and a few of the analysts think this could be the death knell for GTAT - that Apple has basically cut ties and wants their money back.   

     

    If all this is true - GTAT must have really really over promised and really really under delivered.  Almost to the point of malice for Apple to do this.  Will be interesting to see what Apple says about this if anything on their next quarterly call.  my guess is we will not really know what happened until some engineer at GTAT spills the beans to a reporter off the record.  

     

     

    Hey anyone at GTAT want to speak off the record - let me know. 

     

    Yeah I know the PR from GTAT says they are doing this to come out a stronger company - but really that is just trying to put a bow on a pig.  This is bad news for any hopes of GTAT Sapphire making it as the cover of the iPhone.  And clearly the relationship between GTAT's current management and Apple is over.  Apple let this bankruptcy happen and according to most analysts - forced it to happen.  Again most likely because of under performance both quality and quantity wise on GTAT's side. 

     

    Guess when you play with the big boys sometimes you are going to get hurt.

     

    And I am glad I did not buy too much GTAT Stock.  Oh Well. Should have sold at $18 like their CEO did - he sold over 9,000 shares at around $18 the day before the Apple September 9th announcement.  I am sure nothing illegal went on there.

     

    Per those thinking Apple will just go to another Sapphire manufacturer - lets put the planned capacity of the Mesa AZ plant into perspective - At full operation it was going to have twice the output of Sapphire than ALL the 100 other Sapphire manufactures world wide combined.  Yes - This plant would have been over 66% of the worlds Sapphire production capacity when running full steam - In Theory.  

     

    That is it - there is NO OTHER SAPPHIRE manufacturer.  So unless Apple can come in and take control of the Messa plant or get some other people in place that can figure out how to make Sapphire at the original planned rate and per the original planned specs - it is not likely the S in iPhone 6S and 6S plus in 2015 will stand for Sapphire.  

     

    Sandbag - Yes - Sapphire no.

     

    http://www.forbes.com/sites/carlodonnell/2014/10/06/severe-

    breakdown-in-apple-relationship-cripples-gt-advanced-technologies-

    analysts-say/

     

     

    54:00

     

    http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/10/08/us-apple-gt-advanced-tech-

    idUSKCN0HX0XV20141008

     

    A little more coming out - first was a couple of documents in the bankruptcy hearing - where Apple was not yet listed as a creditor - but Apple had 45 days to file proof it was someone GTAT owed Money to.  Strange but ok.

     

    Then Reuters ran a piece which basically said Apple was surprised by the news of the Bankruptcy filing.

     

    quote We are focused on preserving jobs in Arizona following GT's surprising decision and we will continue to work with state and local officials as we consider our next steps, unquote  this from  Apple spokesman Chris Gaither

     

    In some of the bankruptcy papers - which I just scanned over briefly before recording tonight - GTAT said quote - For reasons which GTAT has communicated to Apple and which GTAT will explain to the Court at the hearing on this Motion, GTAT requests that the Court establish 5:00 p.m. (E.T.) on the date that is forty-five days following the Petition Date as the deadline by which Apple must file a Proof of Claim (the “Apple Bar Date”) for any Claims Apple may hold that arose on or prior to the Petition Date.

     

    unquote

     

     So it looks like it will not be until GTAT gets in front of a Bankruptcy court before we get the skinny on what the Heck happened.

     

    Was it Apple playing to hard - or GTAT taking a very unique negotiating tact.  

     

    I see many articles popping up about the dangers of being a supplier to Apple - but you don't see any of them really talking about the benefits - take a look at a company like Knowels - ticker KN if you are interested - that broke off from Dover Corp.  Knowels rise to stardom was by supplying Mems microphones to iPhones. 

     

    Any way more on this story I am sure on future episodes - because well to me coming out of the Electronics Component industry - this is just really fascinating.  Sorry if it is like Paint drying for anyone out there.  

     

     

    56:14

     

    http://www.forbes.com/sites/aarontilley/2014/09/17/apple-

    tv-is-now-armed-and-ready-to-be-the-hub-for-apples-smart-home/

     

     

    Thanks to Dr. John for this next one.

     

    Which is a little bit more about Apple TV.  Or as the article title puts it Apple TV is now armed and ready to be the hub for the smart home.  

     

    Seems back on Sept 17th Apple put out an update for Apple TV 3rd gen - to allow it to support homeKit.  This according to a person with knowledge of home kit.  

     

    Will be interesting to see if at the apple event on the 16th if this is mentioned at all.

     

    Oh and with the release of the iOS 8.1 beta - There was also a beta release for Apple TV software for the 3rd gen Apple TV - and in the notes - Apple does say quote includes support for family sharing and can be used for testing Airplay and HomeKit with your iOS Apps unquote.

     

    So yeah - sounds like Apple TV is being positioned to be the hub of your connected home. 

     

    http://appleinsider.com/articles/14/10/07/latest-apple-tv-update-

    enables-remote-access-relay-for-homekit-connected-accessories

     

     

    57:16

     

    https://www.icloud.com/activationlock/

     

    Hi Rob,

    Is there a way to bypass the activation lock for an iPhone 4. I have a customer that purchased a phone from someone online and They blocked him from Facebook so they can't get any more information about the phone. I was just wondering if there's anything that I can do.

    Regards,

    Dustin J

     

    Sadly Dustin - it sounds like your customer purchased a likely stollen phone.   They could have checked before hand to see if it was stollen by going to iCloud dot com slash activation lock - this is Apples free online tool to let you check if a device has been locked down by a previous owner.  You simply input the IMEI or Serial number of any iOS device to see its activation lock status - and if it a device running iOS 7 or later and it was stollen there is a good chance the rightful owner locked it down and turned it into a paper weight.

     

    So you may want to check to see if this device was locked down by the original and rightful owner.

     

    Again go to iCloud dot com slash activationlock

     

    http://www.pcworld.com/article/2691072/is-that-used-ipad-

    actually-stolen-apple-creates-tool-for-wouldbe-buyers-to-check.html

     

    http://appadvice.com/post/575912

     

     

    58:31

     

    http://www.prescouter.com/2014/04/malware-infection-rate-

    for-android-devices-measured-by-researchers/

     

    Hi Rob,

    I often wish that I had a little cheat sheet or fact-sheet that I could whip out whenever I come across someone that tells me how much better the Android platform is.

     

    Maybe you could come up with something?

     

    I already know it is better, but, when it comes to supporting the argument, I always feel at a loss.

    Regards,

    Johnny H.

     

    Well Johnny - it looks like you just gave me a project to work on - it would make for a good App only post for a PDF going over the many different Why I am glad to be on iOS stories we have on this show.  Like this next one. 

     

     

    Seems there are a lot of numbers thrown around out there when it comes to the % of smartphones - and Android phones with malware.  One study from an Anti-virus company said it was as high as 4% for Android smartphone.  Some academic researchers in the use estimated it at 0.0009% of all smartphones in the US.  But one group of researchers at the University of Helsinki looked at 50,000 devices and they found - not estimated - that 0.25% of Android devices had Malware.  Or put another way - more Android devices have Malware then run Stitcher Radio app - which is the biggest podcast app on the Android platform. 

     

     

    1:00:06

     

    http://www.infoworld.com/article/2611282/antimalware/report-

    -android-spyware-infections-on-the-rise.html

     

    Another study measuring infections rates of malware across networks from Kindsight Security Labs - part of Alcatel-Lucent - found that looking at network traffic they were able to identify 1% of Android devices on their networks were infected with Malware.  Some 4 times greater than what was seen in the Helsinki study.  

     

    In this study - they found the most common Android Trojan program called Uapush - which sends SMS messages and steals info from the user - Nice.  This trojan was responsible for 53% of infections.  In 2nd place was a Trojan called QdPlugin - whose primary purpose in life is to install and control adware programs - and to also give fodder to iOS bloggers and Podcasters upon which to throw stones at Android fan boys.

     

    In any case wether it is one in 400 or one in 100 android devices infected with Malware - it is huge raw number and well something that dwarfs the infection rates of all other mobile smartphones combined.  

     

    Yes - it is good to be an iOS user.  Just sayin.

     

     

    1:01:24

     

    http://macdailynews.com/2014/10/01/samsung-build-quality-or-

    lack-thereof-galaxy-note-4-gap-between-screen-and-trim-may-

    expand-over-time/

     

    Thanks to Tim and others for this next one.

     

    Which is about the Sammy Galaxy Note 4 - which just launched in South Korea.  Seems there is a big ole gap between the screen and the metal trim.  large enough to insert in a business card.   He it is not a manufacturing issue it is a business card holder feature.

     

    Actually what Sammy said per this issue is the following. Quote

    A small gap appears around the outside of the device case. This gap is a necessary manufacturing feature and some minor rocking or vibration of parts may occur. Over time, friction between parts may cause this gap to expand slightly

    unquote

     

    So lets get this straight - the gap is there on purpose?  a gap between the glass and trim - because you know food, dust, dirt, bits of skin - none of that ever would you gather in said gap.  Eeeeewwww.   And and said gap with expand slightly over time because stuff is moving around.  Brilliant. IF this was the iPhone - GapGate would be trending on Twitter right now. 

     

    I guess this is one feature Sammy can finally claim they did not rip off from Apple.

     

     

    1:02:41

     

    http://appleinsider.com/articles/14/10/04/samsung-galaxy-

    note-4-delivers-poor-graphics-performance-vs-apple-iphone-6-plus

     

    So lets put aside the shoddy design and manufacturing of the Note 4 and look at how it performs and was designed under the hood. 

     

    Well does the phrase throwing spaghetti against the wall and seeing what sticks ring a bell.  

     

    Daniel Eran Dilger at AppleInsider did a brilliant piece where he goes over many very poor engineering choices by Sammy for the note 4.  This is a device sporting an 8 core processor running at 1.9 GHZ and with 2.8 GB of RAM - and it just gets absolutely destroyed by the iPhone 6's and iPhone 5S.

     

    Actually looking at benchmark tests of the Note 4 vs the iPhone 6Plus - you really feel sorry for anyone wasting their money on this thing.  On the sun spider test the 6plus was at 365 vs 1087 for the Note 4 - lower is better.  And with the GFCBench test the 6 plus tripled the note 4 where higher is better.  

     

    A lot of  the reasons for the Note 4 doing so bad in the tests is that Sammy choose a screen resolution their processor could not handle.  Dooohh.  Kind of like the DeLorean.  A heavy sports car with an under power engine - not a good combo.  

     

     

    1:04:08

     

    http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2014-10-06/samsung-profit-

    misses-estimates-as-smartphone-sales-struggle.html

     

    So what happens when you release shoddy products with questionable design choices - well If you are Sammy - you end up reporting your biggest drop in Quarterly profits since 2009 - that is what.  Profits dropped 60 % yr over yr.  Ouch.

     

    The way it is looking with Sammy's multiple quarter misses on Profits - Apple could and should be close to around 80% of all the profits in the Cell Phone industry for 2014. At least 75% of the profits to be conservative.  Will be interesting to see what those numbers are when tabulated early next year.

     

     

    1:04:50

     

    VOICE MAIL - KEVIN_CROSSMAN_LOCKSCREEN_BUGS_FDBK_SIRI

     

     

    Hi Rob.  Congrats on your 6 Plus.  Just wondering on you initial battery test, (3 days…wow) you restored to new but did you then do install of your daily apps?  You mention you did not do anything to try and save battery life but I always suspect it is the third party apps that contribute most to drain.  

    Regards,

    Edgar

    Tampa, FL 

    Hi Edgar,

    I actually started out fresh - brand new with my iPhone 6+ and I am manually adding in apps on an as needed basis - in other words - I did not bring over all 800+ of my apps.

    I am trying to bring them over slowly so I can better organize them - My 5S was a nightmare trying to find an app I forgot the name to.  This time - apps in the right place and folders for similar apps. 

    For example I was traveling last week - so I brought over some of my favorite Chess and Othello apps - which went in a Chess folder and an Othello folder.  

    But I am not bringing over every app - so yes - my situation is not what I had with the 5S -  but I want to see how it gets later on as I have more and more and more apps - and I also wanted to see what it is like for a new user to the iOS eco-system.  

     

    But again out of the box - WOW - the battery life is great - better than great.  

    But for now I only download the apps as I need them.

     

    FYI - when I did all my Battery Optimization - it did not help that much - because I also then turned on bluetooth and connected to my Pebble and have it checking for emails all the time - so really I did not optimize for battery use - that said - battery life is great and not once during my trip did my battery die on my 6Plus.    

     

     

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    01:10:30

     

    http://www.straighttalkbyop.com/

     

    Hey Rob,

     

    I wanted to let you and the listeners know that I have been useing Straight Talk wireless for over a year now with great success.  Straight Talk roams on AT&T, or at least my iphone does and I pay $45 per month for unlimited Voice, Text, and Data (which I understand is LTE for the first 3 GB then 3g/edge for the rest of the month) all without a contract.  I ordered two T mobile iPhone 6 Plus on pre order day (7am).  My 64 Gig Space Gray arrived within a week and I had it up and running on Straight Talk with no issues whatsoever.  You do have to order a GSM nano Sim card from Straight Talk ($11 including shipping), or pick a BYOD activation kit up from Walmart.  My wife's (64 Gig Gold) iPhone is expected to be here the next week after mine, and switching her to Straight Talk will save us 700+ per year in MRC.  

     

    The T Mobile iPhones do indeed come unlocked and work perfectly on the Straight Talk service.  The data also works while you're on a phone call as well.  If you can swing the unsubsidized price of the phone I highly recommend Straight Talk.  I also took advantage of the financing offer that Apple gave through Barclays that gave me a year to pay off the charge for the two phones without any interest if payments are on time.  I have pasted the Straight Talk BYOP link below. 

     

    http://www.straighttalkbyop.com/

     

    I also have a Sprint iPhone 4 for my 13 year old Son on Freedom Pop at $20 per month for unlimited (2.5 Gig then throttled down after that) data after hearing your interview on Tii.  He uses Google voice for voice and non imessage texts and it works fine.  Not TDM quality on the voice but he rarely makes or receives phone calls. 

    Regards,

    Ian 

    from WV

     

     

    1:13:30

     

    https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1995408080/snap-6-

    the-easiest-way-to-snap-a-shot-with-your-ip

     

     

    01:14:24

     

    http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/935167/emal/563748

     

    Thanks to Paul H for this next one and also Kevin K who wrote

     

    Quote 

     

    Hello Rob

    I'm writing to let you know about 'Radmo: The perfect mobile phone mount for your car'.

    I'm a long-time listener and supporter of Tii.  In the interest of full and fair disclosure, I am a backer at the $48 level for 2 sets of Radmo Dual.  I have no other affiliation with this campaign or the inventor.  I will say that 'Radmo: The perfect mobile phone mount for your car' is already fully funded!

    Please take a moment to check it out on Indiegogo and also share it with your  listeners.

     

    http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/935167/emal/563748

     

    Thanks!

    -Kevin King

    Metuchen, NJ  (Meh-touch-in)

     

     

    01:15:11

     

    https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/taktik-360-aquatik-for-iphone-6-by-lunatik

     

    Thanks to Kevin King for the heads up on this one.

     

    01:16:20

     

    VOICE MAIL - Randy_FL_Subsidized_get-price

     

     

    Hi Rob

    Love the show. Just wanted to say that it's my iPad retina mini that's suffering from PIDS. My hubby & I upgraded at the same time so we were both absorbed into setting up our new iPhone 6s. Keep up the great show. 

    Sincerely 

    Roz K

     

     

    Hi Rob,

    to your caller about what iPhone is best for Portugal, tell them to go to apple.com and change store to Portugal, http://www.apple.com/pt/iphone/compare/ and see what is best. GSM/Edge is listed as network. 

    Regards,

    Scott C

     

     

     

    VOICEMAIL - Bill_Brooklyn_tips_warranty

     

    Hi Rob

    If you are wondering where the AirPlay button went in Apple's Videos app, you now have to swipe up until you see the arrow and then immediately swipe up again against that arrow. Doing this will then give you the option to select AirPlay. A shame it took a long visit to the Genius Bar, them getting me to do a full restore and the painful restore from iCloud backup process, before this was ascertained. 

    Regards

    Steve

    Brisbane AU

     

     

     

    VOICE MAIL - Joe_NY_ip6_iP6P_can_they_take

     

    1:22:24

     

    https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/livestream/id493086499?mt=8

     

    Do you like to jump off of tall buildings in a single bound - do you like to go faster than a speeding bullet on your skateboard - do you desire to make these actions a live video stream - well if you have a GoPro Hereo camera and an iPhone and the newly updated lifestream camera - you can now lifestream yourself crashing into a parked car or hitting the side of a cliff or getting caught in power lines - this way when you die a senseless and meaningless death - at least your friends family and total strangers can be watching live at that moment. And hey maybe one of them can even call 911 for you.  Or you could livestream your kids birthday party - thus getting your family and friends watching - wishing they were dieing in a senseless death rather than being forced to watch your lifestream.  but either way Great news - The Livestream app now supports live streaming via a GoPro Hereo camera connected to your iPhone - which you can safely put in your pocket in water proof bag or case or something to keep it safe from what you are doing.  

     

    1:23:36 

     

    VOICE MAIL - Richie_NY_issues_ios8_icloud_photos

     

    Hi Rob,

    I called in with a voicemail that said that the 3rd party keyboard not working for passwords was a feature not a bug and I was  just writing this email to reply I was wrong I looked at the big fixes list for 8.0.2 and realized you were right sorry about the voicemail. I just got bum information from a normally reliable source. 

    Regards,

    Justin

     

    Hey Rob,

    I updated to IOS 8 mostly because I was interested in seeing what a first-time braille screen input would look like on a sincerely main-stream device.

    I am a totally blind i-Phone and i-Pad mini user and am writing this email using MBraille, an outstanding braille app which has been around perhaps 2 years by now..

    The input Apple braille screen allows for contracted braille and uncontracted braille.  I have tried both and find contracted braille  to be extremely slow probably because it has to wait for a translation of contracted words after each word. The space triggers the translation.

     

    MBraille does not have this problem. I experience no lag time as I write this post.

     

    In addition,  If you wish to review or edit what you have written using MBraille, you have to leave the input screen using the roter and  and use the rather difficult inward and outward pinching to edit. 

     

    MBraille allows reviewing and editting inside the app.

     

    I do not wish to bash such an excellent  first ever braille app on a main-stream operating system,  but, I know Apple can and will improve the experience.

     

    I hope they get help from the developer of MBraille.

    Regards,

    Jan B

     

    Hi Rob,

    My dad has started a podcast through libsyn.. called "what is truth catholic podcast" its amazing! U got me into libsyn:) if you could give his podcast a shotout on this podcast or your other one that would be so amazing ! Its on itunes! Its "what is truth catholic podcast" by deacon steve!

    Thank you so :)

    Holly W. From AZ

     

    Holly thanks for the heads up on your Dad's podcast - What is Truth Catholic Podcast - And I will put a link in the show notes. 

     

     

     

     

    VOICE MAIL - Ron_OH_fdbk_faster_charging_is_that OK

     

    VOICEMAIL - Ron_OH_iPhone_updside_down_headphone

     

    VOICEMAIL - Ron_OH_iPhone6p_battery

     

    1:30:54

     

    Thanks again to lynda dot com for their support of Tii - and if you go to lynda dot com slash tii - that is l y n d a dot com slash t i i  - you will get a free 7 day trial. Thanks Lynda for sponsoring this show and for the free offer.

     

     

    And Before we go today I want to remind you to send in your feedback to the show - 206-666-6364 - that 206-moon-dog - or record your feedback and email it to the show at today in iOS at gmail dot com - The  feedback can be a question or comment per something someone said on this episode or it can be a question or rant you have about something else.  An App or product review - good or bad - as long as it is iOS related - it is welcomed.  I am always looking for new Artwork to feature that you created on an iOS device - just put some Tii branding on it and send it in.  And of course we are always looking for more music created on an iOS device to play on the show.  This is your show and your feedback is greatly desired.  And don't forget to check out our Moderated Google Plus community by going to todayinios dot com slash community.  

     

     

    And finally there is the new and updated Tii App that is now Free to you.  Search for Tii in the iTunes App Store - it is the best way to consume the show and to get push notifications each time a new episode of Tii is released.  Please go right now and download the Tii App - yes you - right now - no not in few minutes - right now as you listen to the outro music.  

     

    Finally - A big Big big - Thank you to 

     

    James L

    Dr Nenninger

    Joe G

    Jeffrey G

    Chris McE

    and Dan W 

     

    For their donations via Paypal and Bitcoin toward my iPhone 6+ purchase.  Thanks all for helping make this upgrade possible. To Date there has been a little over $300 dollars Donated.  

    If anyone else would like to donate - there is a donate button on the front page of Today in iOS dot com - scroll down on the right hand side you will see it there or just donate to via paypal to rob@podcast411.com  

    Thanks again to all that helped out - it is greatly appreciated.  

     

    And that folks is going to do it for us today. 

     

     

    OUTRO

     

    OUTRO MUSIC

     

     

     

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    Thu, 25 September 2014
    Tii - iTem 0322 - iOS 8.0.1 kinda, Bend-Duhh-Gate

    Tii - iTem 0322 - iOS 8.0.1 kinda, Bend-Duhh-Gate

    Give us a call - 1-206-666-6364

    Send us an email - todayinios@gmail.com

     

    Links Mentioned in this Episode:

    Today's Sponsor - Audiblepodcast.com/tii

    Today's Sponsor - Lynda.com/tii

    First Weekend iPhone Sales Top 10 Million, Set New Record

    Apple Ended Up Selling 10 Million iPhones in First Three Days

    Early iPhone 6 usage 8x higher than iPhone 6 Plus

    Do Not Believe The Rumors Going Around

    iPhone 6 Plus Review - TechCrunch

    iPhone 6 Review - Mashable

    Using The iPhone 6 And 6 Plus On A Real Disneyland Trip

    iPhone 6 and 6 Plus Display Technology Shoot-Out - Displaymate

    Is the iPhone 6 Plus bendable? -- AppAdvice

    Get bent: The shocking history of bent smartphones | Cult of Mac

    Yes, the aluminum iPhone 6 and 6 Plus will bend if put under too much pressure

    Study: Apple's New iPhones Score Big in Durability

    iPhone 6 Plus Teardown - iFixit

    iPhone 6 Teardown - iFixit

    iPhone 6 and 6 Plus vs. Samsung, HTC, and LG: Battle of the benchmarks

    iPhone 6 And iPhone 6 Plus Smashes Rival Smartphones

    iPhone 6, Plus Release Date Backorders News

    GroveMade Case

    Upgrading to iOS 8 on an Old Phone?

    iOS 8 Bugs & Known Issues

    iOS 8 Bugs And Issues Frustrating Users

    iOS 8 Bugs and Problems Roundup

    New iOS 8 LockScreen Bypass - Major Security Flaw

    Apple's First iOS 8 Update Is Out and It's an Instant Disaster

    iOS 8.0.1 kill the Touch ID and cell service on your iPhone 6 or iPhone 6 plus?

    Apple issues iOS 8.0.1 for bug fixes

    An iCloud Drive warning before updating to iOS 8

    PSA: Do not upgrade to iCloud Drive during iOS 8 installation - TUAW

    Anti-piracy restrictions are locking people out of Apple's Family Sharing

    How to Downgrade iOS 8 to iOS 7.1.2

    Google+ Community

    Don't panic: Those iPhone 6 carrier trade-in deals are still available

    SoftBank users in Japan able to roam in the U.S.

    Apple to unveil new iPads, operating system on October 21

    iPhone 6 production by the numbers

    Apple - Privacy

    Apple's new privacy promises hold up

    Many Android devices vulnerable to session hijacking

    Browser vulnerability caps rough few months for Android security

    What to Do Before You Buy the Apple (AAPL) iPhone 6

    Third-party keyboards available for iOS 8 devices -- AppAdvice

     

     

    Apps Mentioned in this Episode:

    Tii App - Now Free

    Garageband

    Instasize

    Dangerous Ivan

    Data Browser for Parse

     

     

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    Thu, 25 September 2014
    iOS Artwork - iTem 0322 and Episode Transcript
    iOS Artwork - iTem 0322 and Episode Transcript

    TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 322

     

    Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast -  First up I want to thank 

    JEFF for sending in the music you hear in the background. JEFF wrote:

     

    Hi Rob,

    I made this song called - Nothing Gold - with my iphone 4s using the GarageBand app. For free downloads and more music follow me @jeffj6 on twitter. 

    Regards,

    Jeff J

    SONG_Nothing_Gold.mp3

     

     

    Thanks JEFF for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode.    I also want to thank ZACHARY for sending in the Artwork for today's show.  ZACHARY wrote

     

    Hello Rob, 

    I used a photo of the new apple store in Portland and used the instasize app to add text to the image. 

    Regards,

    Zachary S

     

     

    Well ZACHARY Thanks again for sending in this artwork and folks you can see ZACHARY'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 322 - or if you subscribe via iTunes on your computer as the album artwork 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.  

     

     

    02:16

     

    In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote “As more developers reach consumers through platform-independent technologies such as HTML5, Apple’s app store could be cut out of the loop as customers gain freedom to transfer their chosen applications from one device to another. unquote

    Michael Holt, CFA, Morningstar, 28 Dec 2011

     

    Yeah - not so much.  Seems what consumers really wanted was native apps. Always have most likely always will.  Just Sayin

     

     

    02:28

     

    For Promo codes - On Ep 321 we offered up chances to win promo codes for the App - DANGEROUS IVAN - we will be giving those out later this week - for more info on this app go back and listen to the beginning of Ep 321. 

     

    This week we have promo codes for the APP - DATA BROWSER FOR PARSE. Here is the review from the Dev - PLAY PROMO CODE PARSE - Thanks to CARL for his review of HIS App DATA BROWSER FOR PARSE and for sending in the promo codes to give away.  Folks if you would like a chance for a promo code for this app - send an email to todayinos at gmail dot com and put PARSE in the subject line.

     

     

    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 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.  

     

     

    04:45

     

    http://www.apple.com/pr/library/2014/09/22First-Weekend-

    iPhone-Sales-Top-10-Million-Set-New-Record.html

     

    So how did Apple do with iPhone sales the first weekend - Well according to Apple - pretty darn well.  Over 10 Million iPhones were sold in the first three days.  Again this is sales to the end user - not channel fill.

     

    From our good friend Tim Cook - Quote:

     

    “Sales for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus exceeded our expectations for the launch weekend, and we couldn’t be happier, We would like to thank all of our customers for making this our best launch ever, shattering all previous sell-through records by a large margin. While our team managed the manufacturing ramp better than ever before, we could have sold many more iPhones with greater supply and we are working hard to fill orders as quickly as possible.

    unquote

     

    And this 10 Million iPhones sold was done without the iPhone launching in China - just in 9 countries.

     

    This Friday September 26th - the iPhone 6 and 6+ will also launch in the following 22 additional countries.

     

    Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Isle of Man, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey and United Arab Emirates.

     

    Again all those countries get the iPhone 6 and 6+ on the 26th of September  and the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus will be available in 115 countries by the end of 2014.

     

    So pretty aggressive rollouts this year.  Nothing official yet on when China will get the new iPhones - but word is Apple did finally get regulatory approval for both handsets.  Some are speculating Apple would push out the launch of the iPhone 6 and 6+ in China until early in 2015 to get it one full year after it launched on China Mobile - I am skeptical on that front.  I think long term Apple would like to get China as close to launch day as possible - and going to early 2015 now for all three carriers in China does not seem to fit with getting China closer to or on Launch day for future launches. 

     

    We shall see. 

     

    http://gizmodo.com/apple-ended-up-selling-10-million-

    iphones-in-first-thre-1637568825

     

     

    07:03

     

    http://www.computerworld.com/article/2686836/early-

    iphone-6-usage-8x-higher-than-iphone-6-plus.html

     

    While apple has not said what the break down of sales for the iPhone 6 is vs the 6+ - Chitika is reporting it is about an 8 to 1 ratio of iPhone 6's to 6+'s  

     

    Most of the reason for that skewed ratio is most likely do to supply constraint for the 6+.  

     

    This info from Chitika also resulted in the Worst graph of the day - where they compared the  iPhone 5 to iPhone 6 and 6+ as a percentage of iPhones in use. The number of iPhones in use now is much much larger than when the iPhone 5 launched.  So looking at % of installed base using the iphone6 and 6+  it should not be compared to the iPhone 5 launch - as back then the installed user base of iPhones was much smaller.  The installed base of iPhones at the launch of the iPhone 5 was less than 250 Million units - but when the iPhone 6 and 6+ launched it was over 570 million units.  

     

    So this worst chart showed that 3 days after launch the iPhone 5 was at 2.7% of installed iPhones.  Yet for the iPhone 6 and 6+ it was only 1.8% of the installed base.  Which means you can't compare the two.  The installed base is so much bigger now than two years ago.  

     

    08:33

     

    http://www.buzzfeed.com/ryanhatesthis/do-not-believe-

    the-rumors-going-around-that-you-can-charge-y#2ncxvj4

     

    I really did not want to report on this one - but just incase - I thought better safe than sorry.  If you remember last year there was a rumor about iOS 7 making the iPhone waterproof - that was one that made the circles. Who knows if anyone actually dunked their iPhone to see if it was real or fake - but Obviously that was bogus - and anyone that did dunk - it well I have a nice new Symbian Phone I would like to sell you.  This year the bogus story making the rounds is that the iPhone 6 and 6+ come with new feature called WAVE - and essentially it is a graphic that goes over how putting your iPhone in the microwave allows you to charge it up.  Again this is fake - don't put your iPhone in the microwave - ever.  Now hopefully I really did not need to even report on it - but better safe than sorry.  

     

    09:27

     

    http://techcrunch.com/2014/09/16/iphone-6-plus-review/

     

    There was definitely no shortage of iPhone 6 and 6 Plus reviews out there.  I have links to a few in the show notes for Ep 322.  One from Mashable for the iPhone 6, one from Techcrunch for the 6 plus - and then another from tech crunch for the 6 and 6plus where the author goes over using them at disney land.

     

    I am not going to review the reviews - that is a little to meta for me.

     

    Ok - let me go over my experiences trying to get my iPhone 6+.  I tried to order online the night of pre-orders - but could not - so I went the next day to the T-Mobile store at 8150 West 135th street in Overland Park and ordered it at the store and paid for it out right - mind you I made a few trips up to the t-mobile store to make sure all is ok - they were great dealing with me.  Even though it showed it ordered my account initially did not give a specific delivery date. Then Wednesday the 17th - I received an email saying my iPhone was coming on the 19th. Then later on in the day I received another email saying basically never mind - you are back ordered and no date for delivery.  So I went and waited on line at the Apple store on the 19th - I arrived at 3:00 in the morning - in the past 3:00 AM would be good for a top 20 spot in line usually - but worst case top 30 spot.  This year - not even in the top 100.  This years demand was amazing as we will hear later from other listeners feedback.  So I waited on line until a little before 8:00 AM when the blue shirts made their way to me to ask me what iPhone I wanted and I was replied to with - Sorry - no more iPhone 6+'s for T-mobile - they only had 5 at the Leawood Apple store.  So I left empty handed.  But I did get two emails from T-mobile while waiting on line that said my iPhone was still backorder - lemon juice into a paper cut it did feel - so I figured it would be a long time before I saw my iPhone 6+ maybe not until November.  But somehow on Saturday morning I received an email saying my iPhone was on its way out to me - which I received while I was on my way out to my son's chess tournament - which his team won first place for his elementary's schools first ever first place chess trophy.  Way to go guys.  Anyway when I made it back home after the tournament the iPhone 6+ was waiting for me - and I think my Son was even more excited then me.  But once I received it - I noticed my Wife was suffering from PIDS - actually I noticed she suffered from PIDS when I received my iPhone 5S and 4S.  Guys if you don't know what PIDS is it is Post iPhone delivery syndrome and it usually shows up as shortness of conversation - and crazy requests to do chores as soon as I get the new iPhone - that is followed by mild to server moodiness. Sever cases usually are cause by you going on and on about your new iPhone - and your significant other feels shall we say a little neglected.  So guys and gals - let me say this - don't let your significant other suffer from PIDS - take them out to dinner or do something else to let them know you still care. If you really want to win brownie points when your new iPhone comes - tell you significant other you will open the box later - right now you would rather go to dinner and a movie. Huge brownie points you shall win - That is your PSA for PIDS - make sure you show your significant other the same amount of attention you are showing your new iPhone - or you may find the side effects of PIDS lasting for weeks or more.  

     

    Per getting my iPhone 6+ Michael Binno - the manager of the t-mobile at 8150 W 135th street - came through big time.  Let me just say major major kudos to Michael and his team.  And I love that with the T-mobile plan I also get 5GB of hot spot data from my iPhone.  Sweet.  The t-mobile plan I went to was a family plan - which is 80 a month + $10 a month for my wife to get her 3GB on her son to be unlocked iPhone 5S.  And unlimited data and 5GB of hot spot data for $30 a month for me.  So $120 a month for both - and I get unlimited everything.  So right were I was with AT&T - plus unlimited texts and hot spot feature.  over all this plan is just $10 more than my AT&T plan alone and $40 less then my previously two plans combined.  So a nice $400+ saving a year.  Again Thanks to Michael Binno at T-mobile for all his help and dealing with my needy butt -