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Wed, 23 December 2015
TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 377
Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast - First up I want to thank PHIL for sending in the music you hear in the background. PHIL wrote:
Hi Rob.
This song is called FLASH GROOVE and it was created entirely with Garage Band on an iPhone. No other software or hardware were used. This is not available for sale anywhere, just a hobby thing.
Regards,
Phil W
SONG FLASH GROOVE
Thanks PHIL for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode. I also want to thank JONATHAN for sending in the Artwork for today's show. JONATHAN wrote the following:
Hey Rob,
I created this in the Paper app on my iPhone 6s Plus. Hope you like it and it's not too "christmas-y" and you can use it for the show.
Regards,
Jonathan N
Thanks JONATHAN, for sending in this artwork and folks you can see JONATHAN'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 377 - or at instagram.com/todayinios and also as a stand alone post in the VIP section and at Facebook.com/todayinios.
If you have some artwork and or music you have created on your iOS device that you would like to share with the audience please email it to me at today in iOS at gmail dot com and please make sure to include which app or apps you used to create said artwork and or music.
02:15
In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote “Apple’s iPad will possibly face more competition in the large tablet market as BlackBerry appears to be gearing up for a release of its own tablet device. According to a leaked roadmap document, BlackBerry may be planning a late 2013 release for a device tentatively named the B10, reports TechnoBuffalo. unquote
Nathanael Arnold, Wall St Cheat Sheet, 31 March 2013
So lets gets this right - as recent as March 2013 - someone thought something from blackberry was going to be in competition with something from Apple. Yikes - oh wait - Nat-eeee was from WALL ST cheat sheet - Wall Street reporters NEVER EVER have understood Apple - Accounting types on Wallstreet have a hard time thinking outside the Beige box - Just Sayin
03:09
For promo codes this week we have codes for the app SNAP-AN-ACTOR one word
Here is the written review of the app.
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"6 months ago, I had never touched a MacBook, let alone wrote any apps for the app store. I always held developers in high regard and never dreamed I would be writing my own apps. They say the best apps grow from a problem or need and this is exactly how Snapanactor was born.
As a movie lover, I would often be watching a TV show or movie and not be able to remember where I knew someone from on screen. They would look familiar but I couldn't quite place them. Sure, I could Google them and try to find out which roles they had played or I could go to a well known movie app and enter their name and then drill down, but what if you don't know their name?
I bought a used MacBook Pro from eBay, read book after book, took many online courses and here we are 6 months later with my solution to the problem. Simply open up Snapanactor, point your device (iPod, iPhone or iPad) and take a photo. Zoom in if you need to or you can load images from your camera roll.
After selecting your image, if the app finds a match, you will see their name, photo and roles they have played in the past. You can also use it to take photos of your family and friends to see who they resemble. Hopefully your listeners will have as much fun using Snapanactor as I had developing it."
unquote
Well thanks to the Dev for his written review of his App - SNAP-AN-ACTOR and for sending in the promo codes to give away. Folks if you would like a chance for a promo code for this App - please send an email to todayinios at gmail dot com and put SNAPANACTOR one word in the subject line.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/snapanactor-celebrity-id/
id1050476827?mt=8
A QUICK REMINDER if you are an App developer or an iBook Author email me if you want your app or iBook featured in the promo give away segment FOR FREE We Just need the 5 promo codes or more to give away. simply email me at today in ios @ gmail.com and please include a 60 sec or less audio review of your app or iBook - indicating you are the dev or author. Also when you send in the promo codes - please make sure to let me know when they expire.
05:36
http://www.redmondpie.com/ios-9.2.1-
public-beta-1-now-available/
iOS 9.2.1 is available to both devs and the public.
If you do update to 9.2.1 beta 1 you can not restore to earlier versions of iOS - that means it is fixing a major security bug - or at least that is what it has meant in the past when you could not downgrade.
And if you look around - 9.2.1 is being reported to be a bug fixer - security update. But then again that is usually true with most double dot updates.
This is one of those updates - that if you are a jailbreaker you need to stay far away from. Per the rest of us - unless you are a dev - there is no real reason to update to the beta 1 - I mean unless you like giving Apple feedback as a beta tester - and in that case by all means do upgrade - as that is why they need beta testers.
It is highly unlikely Apple will release a beta 2 this year. Maybe the week of Jan 4th - but if all went well with Beta 1 - you might see iOS 9.2.1 Gold Master released the week of Jan 4th. Really will be about what the feedback on the beta is. Double Dot updates do not tend to get many or sometimes any Betas.
Additionally Apple has stopped signing iOS 9.1 - so that means if you are at iOS 9.2 - you can no longer downgrade back for iOS 9.1 - Again this is more of a Jailbreakers issue. But as mentioned above if you go to iOS 9.2.1 beta you can not go back to iOS 9.2 either.
07:19
http://www.apple.com/pr/library/2015/12/18Apple-China-
UnionPay-to-Bring-Apple-Pay-to-China.html
Apple put out a Press Release on Dec 18th titled - Apple & China UnionPay bring Apple Pay to China. This follows up a recent rumor that said this was coming - so not a shocker.
China UnionPay cardholders will be able to add their bank cards to Apple Pay starting early in 2016. quote after relevant tests and certification required by Chinese regulators unquote.
Apple says this support will be with China UnionPay and 15 of the largest banks in China.
More on this I am sure in the future.
08:21
http://www.cbsnews.com/news/60-minutes-apple-
tim-cook-charlie-rose/
Tim Cook and Johnny Ive and a few others were on 60 Minutes this past weekend talking about Apple and Apple Culture and Apples Taxes and Apple in China and Apples design philosophy and more words with Apple before them.
There was a soundbite advertising the segment in which Tim Cooke is clearly pissed for lack of a better word.
Charlie Rose asks quote But here's what they concluded. Apple is engaged in a sophisticated scheme to pay little or no corporate taxes on $74 billion in revenues held overseas. unquote
To which you see the sound byte from Tim Cook: quote That is total political crap. There is no truth behind it. Apple pays every tax dollar we owe. unquote
Per what was learned that was new from the whole segment - really not much - well nothing really meaty.
We learned in 15 years - Johnny Ives Design team of 22 designers has lost 2 people total - just 2 in 15 years - that is amazing.
We also learned for the iPhone 6 and 6+ they had build up 10 different sizes / models to test before settling on the two that they did.
If you did not see the segment or even if you did - I have a link in the show notes to the transcript for it.
A lot of what was in the segment was old news or info - like when Charlie Rose asked why does Apple not bring home the 1 Million manufacturing jobs to the US. As stated before on this show - it just is not possible - they infrastructure for assemblers / engineers and more just does not exist in the US to support that type of production. What was not touched on is the US manufacturing really has been broken off into a few key areas. 1. Is the Auto industry. 2. Is the defense and Aerospace industries - which is not about low cost - it is about high reliability low unit turns. Basically the opposite of consumer electronics. 3. Large size and heavy consumer products - that don’t make as much sense to ship around the world - both household and sport and rec. and 4th of course Energy related industries. Any way - the one area the US economy is not set up for is large large scale consumer electronics. And even if Apple wanted to it would be impossible to build iPhones and iPads in the US at any kind of scale. I wish people would realize that and get off Apple’s back already. Sorry - the US is just not going to be a high scale - low cost manufacturing hub for consumer electronics. Asia is geared up for that - the US is not.
Again you can read the entire transcript or you could take those 10 to 15 minutes and do something productive. Maybe I am into this too much - but I was pretty much like - mehhh - when I read the transcript. But really I did not have any expectations that is was going to be a segment that revealed ground breaking news about Apple.
11:49
http://www.businessinsider.com/iphone-sales-drop-
decline-2016-say-morgan-stanley-stifel-baird-credit-
suisse-apple-2015-12
Ah Wallstreet is up to their old tricks again - there have been a plethora of street reports about iPhone sales being a peak numbers now - and there is no room for it to grow. And we are going to see decline for iPhone sales.
Some of this is based on a couple at best component suppliers - which as Tim Cook has said many times - don’t look at data points from one or a few suppliers to indicate a bigger trend.
Others based on the thought again Apple has peaked for iPhone sales.
Katy Huberty says Apple Fiscal 2016 iPhone sales will drop 6% vs 2015. BS
And there are others on the street predicting lower iPhone sales as well.
Here is one thing I don’t see any of them talking about - Apple’s over all market share is still small compared to Android. Apple is growing quite well in China - which if you do read the transcript from 60 Minutes - Tim Cook feels is where Apple’s biggest market will soon be - not the US. And there is I believe a big pent up demand for a new 4” iPhone. And while I don’t think it will be next quarter - it could launch in Q2 2016. If Apple offers up a new 4” iPhone - I think you will see a nice step up in iPhone sales.
Apple also recently reduced pricing in India for the iPhone 5S - their market share in India is well - lets just say grouped in with other for good reason.
Apple has released new pricing models to make upgrading more attractive - they are growing in China, they are finally addressing India, they are still a small % of global market share, and they likely are launching a new 4” iPhone - combine this and fiscal 2016 should be a nice step up from fiscal 2015.
I guess it is possible the street could be right - I mean it has to happen some time - but I would be very surprised. If you have some extra cash to invest - Now might be a good time to watch Apple stock - if it drops below $100 jump on it. You could quickly get a nice 20% or more pop once apple announces this past quarters numbers. PLEASE NOTE - I am just giving my opinion - any investments you do are at your own risk and never invest that which you can’t afford to loose.
14:36
http://fortune.com/2015/12/16/apple-google-trending-searches/
In trends news - Google Released their 15th annual Year in search results - and in the Top 5 list for Consumer Tech - which Google seemed to try to burry and avoid were these results.
5th place LG G4
4th place - Apple’s iPad Pro
3rd place - Apple Watch
2nd place Samsung Galaxy S6
and in first place
Apple’s iPhone 6S
So Apple took home 3 of the top 5 spots. Again - seems Apple is still trending well. Maybe just Maybe Wall Street is once again wrong when it comes to Apple.
Another clear sign Wall Street is off their mark is this.
Apple’s Market cap right now is 598.4 Billion
Googles Market Cap is 514.3 Billion
If you remove Cash from their market caps
Apple’s Market Cap is 392 Billion vs Googles 442 Billion non cash Market cap.
When Google is valued more than Apple - where Apple is generating multiple times more revenue and profit - something is off kilter - we saw this before - and as I said then - either one is valued to much much too high or the other much much too low - or a combination of both. And last time I mentioned this - Apple stock nearly doubled. Just sayin. But hey you can go back to Ep 295 around the 8 minute 48 second mark to hear my comments back then. Granted at that time Google’s Market cap less cash was 1.6 times Apples - this time it is just 1.13 times greater.
16:22
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18:33
VOICEMAIL - Alex_iOS92_shows_skip_forward
Hi Rob,
I just wanted to let you know I have been using the AT&T Number Sync which went live in iOS 9.2 It is a great feature for AT&T customers who have multiple iOS devices. I now have cellular capabilities on my Wifi only iPad when it is connected to Wifi. You can place & receive cellular calls (using the FaceTime or Contacts app), send & receive text messages (SMS, not just iMessages) on the iPad. This works even when the iPhone it is paired to is not on the same Wifi network.
Regards
~Karthik M
VOICEMAIL - Carl_MI_Apple_Watch_BandH
21:05
https://plus.google.com/communities/
105412562215997292912?cfem=1
We are now over 2,500 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 that went up since the last episode came from JOHN CLARKE who posted the following
Quote
How do you organize your apps on your iPhone? I have tried multiple different ways but haven't found anything that I really like.
Do you use folders and place like apps together? If so, what are your folder labels?
Do you keep your most used apps on your home screen?
Do you keep them alphabetically?
Give me your ideas and suggestions.
Unquote
Here are some of the responses.
From Craig B
quote - I keep the ones I use often on the first page. The rest are in folders on the next two pages. Nothing fancy, but I know where most of them are. unquote
From Jim K
quote I follow Craig B's approach. My "Big Four" (Waze, Safari, Downcast and Mail) are on the bottom row. Others that I use most frequently are on the front page, including Phone, Weather (Yahoo), Music, Amazon, Slate, Twitter, Facebook, CBS Sports, etc. Those are located with ones I use the most at the bottom, within easy thumb reach.
I then have 24 folders on Page 2, in alphabetical order, with names like Apple Apps, Communications, Dining, Driving, Finance, Imaging, Listen, Nature, News, etc. I stick almost every non-Page 1/non-big 4 app in one of those folders. A few brand new apps may sit on Page 3 for a while, before I classify/file them.
unquote
From Francisco Tapia
quote
I use a lot of apps, so I keep everything in groups unless I use the app a lot.
the most often used app groups are on the doc bar. Most of the time I don't start a text message I am replying to one so I access that app via the quick reply option on the lock or banner. If I initiate a text I usually use siri.
the other way to access an app that is tucked away on another screen in a folder is to swipe down and search for the app, it's usually faster and more accurate than asking siri to launch it.
unquote
Stephen William said quote
I like having my apps in alphabetical order
unquote
From Robert S
quote
Lots of options, key is to set your goal first. My goal is to keep most frequently used apps within easiest reach, minimize the number of clicks/swipes to launch less frequently used apps, and to optimize for the physical phone (I have an iPhone 6plus so the lower part of the home screen is "closer" then the upper part.) Lastly, arrange infrequently used apps in a way that aids (re)discovery of them.
Keep in mind the different ways to launch an app when considering where to place it:
From the bottom icon dock (always the same on all screens)
From the Home Screen (pressing "Home" button gets you back fast)
From special iOS shortcuts
From a folder of apps
From spotlight search screen
From a special "launcher" app
From a today screen widget
A few "tricks":
Since swiping-up to reveal control center gets you the camera icon, I always move the camera off the home screen as it isn't needed.
I completely fill the home screen. It's wasting a high-priority launching point to leave a blank space for "future use". I simply move an icon to another screen/demote it when another app that is more important deserves to be on the home screen.
In the bottom dock, I have replaced one of the icons with a folder. Many people aren't aware they can do this. That puts six more apps only one click/swipe away from launching on every screen. I call the folder "quick access" and sometimes change the contents if I am on a trip, extended business meetings, away from my normal routine, etc.
I use the app "Launch Center Pro" as one of my home screen apps to create sub-menus for frequently used apps that don't qualify for direct home screen locations. I tend to use LCP for macro actions not just launching an app because it does take a little longer for LCP to load when you click on it. Example: I have a messages section with icons/shortcuts to "send text message to Jack" which launches Messages app with the recipient already filled-in. So I have traded-off the slightly slower launch to having several steps of using an app already done for me.
On the 2nd and following home screens, I have folders sorted alphabetically by topic with names such as Cloud, Entertainment, Finance, Games, Health, Home Control, Logistics, Music, Networking, News, Photography, Productivity, Security, Shopping, Social, Streaming, Travel, Utils, Videography, VoIP and Watch Apps.
Most of the time I will launch these apps by using Spotlight to search for them by name, but sometimes I will "Browse" my folders to look for apps I haven't used in a while that I either might want to start using more or maybe delete completely.
unquote
Barry Smitherman - asked about arranging them by color - and shared a link where someone did that. Let me say - ouch - tough to tell which app is which when you do all blue apps on one page and all green apps on the next and so on. Looks pretty - but pretty impractical.
Personally what I do is once every few weeks - I go to Settings - then Battery - then for Battery Usage for the last 7 days - I see which apps I am using the most and make sure the top ones are on the first two screens - with the top top ones in the dock.
That said I do have a couple of key folders on my main home screen - one for Recording apps and one for Podcasting Apps and I also have the App store app in the top left with the Settings app next to it.
In a nut shell my most used 4 apps are in the dock and my most used apps 5 to 15 are on the home screen along with some stock apps and key folders. Then some other key apps and folders on the page two.
After that it is just a mess with no organization at all.
Since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts and comments in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android fan bois free zone and spammer free zone. Yup it is the most civil Google+ community covering iOS.
Folks Go to today in iOS dot com slash community to join in.
And thanks to all 2500+ of you already in the community and contributing.
28:10
http://www.techerina.com/2015/12/apple-iphone-5s-
gets-massive-price-cut-in-india.html
I mentioned earlier that the iPhone 5S just received a price cut in India.
What I did not say was the amount - which some articles describe as a massive price cut.
It now starts at 24,999 Rupees vs the price in September where it was 44,500 rupees. That is a 43.8% price reduction. And that 24,999 is the list price - there are other better prices such as from Amazon India and Snapdeal where you can get it for 21,499 Rupees or a 51.7% price reduction since September.
Now while a 51.7% price reduction is great in helping increase sales in India - it should still be pointed out the Average Monthly salary in India is pretty close to that 21,499 Rupee mark.
29:09
http://fingerson.strikingly.com
Hey Rob, I thought some of your listeners might find this innovation of interest.
Regards,
Max in North Carolina.
Hi Max - thanks for the heads up on this next one - which is an article titled - A SmartWatch for the visually impaired.
It is a bout a braille smartwatch that will translate texts, tweets and ebooks to braille on the watch face.
The smartwatch is called Dot and the current pre-order pricing is at $300.
The Braille Cell has 4 active dynamic Braille Cells.
It does support iOS - hence why we are talking about it on this show.
Now the bad news - Pre-order pricing does not mean pre-orders - so ordering is not yet available and there was no availability date listed.
I signed up for the newsletter and will update on this on future episodes.
30:05
http://www.engadget.com/2014/07/11/e-label-act/
Hey rob, a couple random questions..
Do you have any idea how apple was finally able to rid the iPhone of all those ugly regulatory logos that used to litter the back cover of the iPhone? They date back to at least the 3G, don't remember if my original iPhone 2G had them or not, but now on my new 6S, no more ugly logos! Just "iPhone" "S" and the normal "designed, assembled, model" etc. info. Such a clean look. Just wondering if you noticed or had any insight on that. I've attached a photo stitch in case you're wondering what the hell I'm talking about.
Also, what's up with iTunes no longer backing up apps from the iPhone when doing a backup?? I used to do all my updates on my iPhone via wifi as they came and then back them up to my MacBook later but now I either have to update on my MacBook and then sync to my iPhone or update them on both platforms. What gives??
Regards,
-AAron
Hi Aaron - per the icons for the FCC on the back - thank Senator Rockefeller and Fischer for that - they intro’d a bill back in 2014 to get rid of those required symbols - arguing it is expensive to etch them in and the savings could be passed on to consumers. And hmmmm - lets see - the iphone 6S was how much cheaper then the 6? Oh yeah - ok - well it might not have been cheaper - but it is prettier.
So there is that questions solved.
Per the other question about iTunes no longer backing up Apps from the iPhone when doing a back up?
I would ask why would you need to back up the apps themselves - the apps can be re-downloaded - what does need to be backed up is the App data - and that does appear to be getting backed up - but the actual IPA files- I think that is a waste of storage to back them up - as again if needed they can be re-downloaded.
33:11
http://www.computerworld.com/article/3017239/apple-
mac/predictions-for-apple-in-2016.html
As we get ready to roll into 2016 - Yes this is the last Tii Episode for 2015.
There are many that like to make predictions - and Johnny Evans at Computer world has some for Apple for 2016.
One of which is the 4 Inch iPhone. He is also predicting a thinner and water proof iPhone 7. Not much of stretch there.
He predicts the iPad Pro will become an accepted Notebook replacement in the Enterprise space.
He also talks about person to person payments with Apple pay.
So tell me some of your Apple 2016 predictions - I will play / read them on the next episode - give me a call 206-666-6364 - that’s 206-moon-dog or send them to today in iOS at Gmail dot com.
It can be any Apple prediction that is iOS related. And yes that does cover Apple TV.
I will go over my predictions with yours on the next episode.
34:29
http://thenextweb.com/dd/2015/12/17/reservoir-devs-
why-apps-really-hit-ios-before-android/
I wanted to thank all that sent in this next one. Which well if you listen to the show - is something I have covered before - the title of the post is Why Apps really hit iOS before Android and it was on The Next Web dot com - and well again it is what we have said here before. And those reason per the article and past eps of this show - It is easier to develop for iOS - more support tools and a lot lot less fragmentation. End users are actually using the latest version of the OS, Much better demographics of end user and more likely to spend money on iOS side, Testing on different iOS devices is a lot lot lot less intensive than trying to track down Android devices running the latest version. So easier which means less time and less money - and more potential to make money if app is good. IE BETTER ROI - is that not really the core of any business decision. But you can read the article to see the long way that get to that quick conclusion by talking to multiple devs.
36:13
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39:02
VOICEMAIL - Ben_Canada_auto_lock_screen_issue
Hi Rob
I am upgrading from 5s to a 6s and backed up to iTunes and then restored to the 6s. However when I get calls from people who I expect to have contact details for I only see the phone number, no name. When I compare the 2 phones no sim in 5s now on the 5 s some contacts appear in bold and others not bold. How do I ensure I get all the contacts, please.
Regards,
Mark Jarvis
Womb puente UK
Hi Rob,
I got my Stainless Steel Apple Watch Band from the kickstarter project - I hope you got yours.
It is a great band.
Regards,
David D
Hi David - I have mine and I have a resizing tool in the mail - and it will be here tomorrow - so I will get it resized for my wrist in time for Christmas and my trip to NY. Looking forward to getting it on the Apple Apple watch.
VOICEMAIL - Issues_location_based_reminderds
43:53
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lumulabs/lumu-
power-a-light-meter-for-the-future?ref=discovery
This week for a kickstarter project we have the project called Lumu Power - a Light meter for the future - or just search for L U M U Power .
This one had a goal of $30k and to date has raised over 222k - so it is doing very well.
This one has until Dec 30th at 3:55 PM CT for you to fund it.
Per their description quote Lumu Power is the light, exposure, flash and color temperature meter for the iPhone. One device with power of many. Express yourself! unquote
Pricing on this is $199 - with delivery slated for Jun 2016 and if you are a photog - then you want to get more info on this light meter.
This one plugs into the Lightening port - and again more info in the show notes for ep 377 - just search for L U M U Power - or you can search at Kickstarter dot com as well.
44:54
http://gadgets.ndtv.com/apps/news/google-maps-
for-ios-gets-offline-navigation-support-and-more-
778083?site=classic
Thanks to Dr. John for the heads up on this next one.
For those that still use Google Maps you will be happy to know if you don’t already - that the latest update to Google Maps for iOS brings with it offline Navigation support. Users can also download a region on the map also for offline use. Thus using GPS and other location services to update your location on the map when an internet connection is not possible.
Now a spokesperson from Google did say it may take a few weeks before all the offline capabilities make it out to all users.
Another new feature with this update of the Google Maps app is the addition of up-to-date Gas prices when you search for gas stations.
45:38
http://www.appleworld.today/blog/2015/12/21/facebook-
starts-supporting-live-photos-adopts-html5-video-player
For those that like taking live photos with the 6S or 6S+ and those that like sharing photos on Facebook - great news for you - Facebook has started supporting live photos.
When you upload a Live Photo - you just follow the same process that you always did when uploading a boring old still or dead photo. If the new photo you are uploading happens to be a live photo you will now see a “live” box appear in the bottom right of the image. Just tap that box to upload as a live photo and then all your friends can see.
46:16
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/clp/apple-watch-iphone-trade-
in-offer/pcmcat748300921001.c?id=pcmcat748300921001
&ref=P10T12R104&loc=BODY&CampaignID=766606&
SubscriberID=11446404&eut=800270765
Thanks to everyone sending in links on Best buy deals. Seems Best Buy figured out how to finally give serious discounts to Apple product - maybe they negotiated that when they agreed to put Apple Watch’s in all their stores - but what ever the deal - you the consumer are the winner. There are big discounts on iOS and Mac devices. So if you are looking to purchase something with an Apple logo on it - you will want to check your local best buy first to see what deals they have.
46:46
VOICEMAIL - Win_quest_skype_alternatives
Hi Rob,
IS there any way to optimize photos selectively, like having an album be full resolution, while the majority are optimized. Using iOS 9?
Tim
Hi Rob, I updated my iPhone 6s Plus and my iPad air and just did notice a problem. It is kind of obscure, so most users might not notice it, but I did. If you open the iCloud drive icon, and try to play an MP3 file you are no longer able to listen to it in the background. It will automatically stop when the auto lock engages. I called Apple and they had no idea what was wrong and the gentleman told me that most people wouldn't listen to their music there anyway. That is beside the point. It used to work so it still should. Apparently the audio file is opening in QuickTime. Did anyone else notice this? Thank you and hopefully they will get it fixed soon. Jill
Hi Rob
There are seven members of our family who use iOS devices. You can have a maximum of six people in a family Linking Devices. We want to share a family calendar. Unfortunately this means that we are always having to invite one person to any event. Is there any way of setting up a calendar, without sharing publicly,, where we can automatically include seven people in the calendar? Thanks for a great show full of very useful information.
Brian (London UK)
VOICEMAIL - Bob_VAATT_raising_rate_for_unlimited
51:43
https://realm.io/news/altconf-jay-freeman-dmca-digital-
millennium-copyright-act/
There is one story I kept pushing off from October - as I needed some time to read up on it. But it is per a document released in October called - Section 1201 Rulemaking - Sixth Triennial Proceeding to determine exemptions to the Prohibition on Circumvention. And not this has nothing to do with a bris.
This is about Jailbreaking Tablets and the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
I could read you the ruling - but it is very confusing per the actual words.
Let me give you the short version as of October 25th 2015 - the library of congress green lit Jailbreaking Tablets - saying they are exempt from the DMCA rules as they previously had also ruled for Smartphones. So now yes - iPhones and iPads and even Apple TV’s can legally be jailbroken.
Or quote In this final rule, the Librarian of Congress adopts exemptions to the provision of the DMCA’ that prohibits circumvention of technological measures that control access to copyrighted works, codified in section 1201(a)(1) of title 17 of the United States Code. As required under the statute, the Register of Copyrights, following a public proceeding, submitted a Recommendation concerning proposed exemptions to the Librarian of Congress. After careful consideration, the Librarian adopts final regulations based upon the Register’s Recommendation. unquote Ah I love Government documents.
http://copyright.gov/1201/2015/registers-recommendation.pdf
53:15
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55:58
VOICEMAIL - RON_NM_Apple_Watch2_specs
Hi Rob,
I think it's alright to remove the headphone jack in iPhone 7 as long as Apple supplies a dock with 2 lightning ports and an additional 3.5 mm jack as a standard accessory (So you can listen music and charge at the same time). I know this will never happen but just a thought.
~Karthik M
Hey Rob,
saw you on KCTV 5 news tonight. Loved the outfits!
Hope you enjoyed " The Force Awakens".
Regards,
John Clarke
VOICEMAIL - Daniel_UK_samsung_thoughts
1:05:10
Hi Rob thanks for a great show
Have you asked Siri do you believe in Santa Claus?
Brian
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TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 376
Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast - First up I want to thank RUSSEL for sending in the music you hear in the background. RUSSEL wrote:
Hello Rob,
I am excited to share this song with you as it is being pitched to be on TV. This song contains 4 separate guitar parts, drums, violins, and cello all created on my iPad with Garageband. If it's ok I'd also like to make a shout out to the best step-dad in the world, Clay Holbrook who is probably listening to this show right now. Thanks for all you do. Hope your audience and yourself enjoy this song. Regards,
Russell Campise (CAMP-EASY)
From Las Vegas
Thanks RUSSELL for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode. I also want to thank SAUL for sending in the Artwork for today's show. SAUL wrote the following:
Hi Rob,
Here's some artwork I put together to capture a number of things. I wanted to capture Christmas with the red and green wrapping which doubles as the best podcast known to man kind covering "Apple" with the crossing "Today In IOS badging" which also doubles as light sabers crossing, Star Wars in the back ground as a stage to the complete nature of the artwork and then of course the meme love is there with word play about Steve jobs and Tim Cook being the head of house hold of Apple. I used the Over app for all the verbiage and color.
Merry Christmas Rob and fellow listeners of the Today and iOS podcast.
Regards
Saul Lowery
Thanks SAUL, for sending in this artwork and folks you can see SAUL'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 376 - or at instagram.com/todayinios and also as a stand alone post in the VIP section and at Facebook.com/todayinios.
If you have some artwork and or music you have created on your iOS device that you would like to share with the audience please email it to me at today in iOS at gmail dot com and please make sure to include which app or apps you used to create said artwork and or music.
02:41
http://io9.com/the-most-hilariously-damning-review-of-
the-original-sta-1684093048
In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following: Quote:
QUOTE I sincerely hope that science and scientists differ from science fiction and its practitioners. Heaven help us if they don't: We may be headed for a very boring world indeed. Strip Star Wars of its often striking images and its high-falutin scientific jargon, and you get a story, characters, and dialogue of overwhelming banality, without even a "future" cast to them. Human beings, anthropoids, or robots, you could probably find them all, more or less like, that, in downtown Los Angeles today...
O dull new world! We are treated to a galactic civil war, assorted heroes and villains, a princely maiden in distress, a splendid old man surviving from an extinct order of knights who possessed a mysterious power called "the Force," and it is all as exciting as last year's weather reports.... Why, even the most exciting fight is an old-fashioned duel, for all that the swords have laser beams for blades....
Here it is all trite characterization and paltry verbiage.. The one exception is Alec Guinness as the grand old man Ben Kenobi (Ben for the Hebrew ben, to make him sound Biblical and good; Kenobi probably from cannibis, i.e., hashish, for reasons you can probably guess.)..
Still, Star Wars will do very nicely for those lucky enough to be children or unlucky enough never to have grown up. UNQUOTE
John Simon, with New York Magazine - May 1977 - for his review of the original Star Wars film.
FYI - I know a ten year old boy back in 1977 that if he had read that would have said to Mr. Simon - I guess I never grow up then. Just Sayin
04:21
Sadly no new promo codes this week. Bad Marketer are you if you have a paid app and did not send in the codes.
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04:50
http://www.idownloadblog.com/2015/12/09/tim-
cook-iphone-battery-case/
Evidently a “few” people don’t like the look of the new Apple iPhone Battery Case - calling it the Quasimodo of iPhone cases.
Others launched meme’s that go - Apple makes iPhone 6 thinner - so it has less battery - then charges you $100 to get more battery life. Brilliant
But here is something that is not getting much press - the new battery pack from Apple - is called the Smart Battery Case - and part of that smart part is the design - as it allows the signal to get in and out - better than other cases.
The reason for the hump in the case is that the battery is placed away from the antennas. Thus unlike other cases where the battery runs the entire top to bottom and blocks signal in and out - thus meaning your device has to work harder to connect and communicate - with the smart Cases the signals get in and out with much less blockage and thus your device does not need to work as hard and use as much energy as those iPhones in the competitors cases - In Theory. And I say In theory - as I have not seen anyone actually test this yet.
But If you look at the iFixit tear down you will see the top and bottom of the cases is a microfiber mesh material - and the battery is again in the middle where it is not blocking the antennas of the iPhone 6 and 6S.
It should also be pointed out that Apple has added coupled passive antennas to further aid in maintaining good signal level.
Based on specs Apple is saying you will get more than double the battery life when you use the smart battery case. Again this is JUST for the iPhone 6 and 6S - there is no version from apple for the 6+ and 6S+
Ironically - Apple who in the past has been beat up for making something look really pretty at the detriment of optimal performance - seems this time to turn things around and put optimal performance before Looks - and yes - they are of course getting smacked down for that. Haters gotta hate I guess.
https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Smart+Battery+
Case+Teardown/53762?
06:58
http://petapixel.com/2015/12/08/ios-9-2-lets-you-
import-photos-your-iphone-directly-from-your-camera/
Hi Rob,
I just got the new USB 3.0 speed Lightning to SD Reader adapter for the iPad Pro.
(he then sent pictures showing the two)
The lower one is the new one. It has a longer body.
The bottom one is the new one. The new none seems to have thicker sides
I have not tried it out it. BTW, loving the new iPad Pro. Got the space gray 128GB wifi-only model. The Photos app handles my 120,000 images (270GB) iCloud Photo Library. I am in to birding/nature photography and burst mode can chew up a lot of space. :-)
Regards,
Steven (in Houston)
One thing to point out with the new USB 3 Lightning to SC card camera reader is that the USB 3 speeds are just for the iPad Pro - for other iOS devices it is USB 2 speeds - and by other iOS devices it means iOS devices running iOS 9.2 - as that is needed for iPhones to use this - but again just at USB 2 speeds.
08:07
Speaking of iOS 9.2 Here is some iOS 9.2 update feedback -
quote iOS 9.2 has made third-party keyboards a whole lot better. They open up without glitches. unquote From Amiel Kennedy
Quote I've updated my 6s+ and Air 2 and so far haven't seen any issues. Yesterday I did have issues with my BlueAnt q3 audio being choppy but today seems to be fine. unquote - from Michael Polinske
quote I've upgraded 3 iPhones and 3 iPads of various ages without any problems. I did not perform any magic rituals, just pushed the upgrade button. BTW, I also upgraded 4 macs of various types and an Apple TV4 without any problems. unquote From Craig B
quote I update an iPhone 6s Plus and iPad 2. No issues as yet. unquote Paul H
No issues from Eric S, Karthik M, and Chris S.
Really not seeing many reports out there overall about issues - almost none not NONE but almost none and much less than past single dot updates.
One report I saw was from someone that had been using a mic plugged into an iPhone and with iOS 9.2 - now they are getting an error message saying the device is not supported or draws too much power. I tried out my iPhone 6+ running iOS 9.2 with my iRig Mic HD and also the ATR 2100 mic - and both worked fine - no issues at all. So this issues does seem to be isolated - to maybe just specific mics - more news on that in a future episode.
If you were holding off updating until this episode to hear how things are going - I would say now is a good time to do that update - assuming you don’t plan to Jailbreak that is nor are using your iOS device with a USB mic that is something other than the ones I mentioned.
10:06
http://boingboing.net/2015/12/09/improve-
the-apple-remote-with.html
Per the issue of not knowing which is the front of the Apple TV remote. I saw a post on boing boing which made me go doooohhhh.
The simple solution to the problem comes out of goodfellas or some other mob movie or show. And that is taking the Thick rubber band from a stalk of broccoli - well ok this article said to use the purple one from Asparagus - but common - really - you know you are going to get the thick Green one from Broccoli like any good wise guy fan would do. Then you just wrap the green or Purple or some other color rubber band around the bottom half of the Apple TV remote and now it is easier to tell which side is which.
And that is a brilliant DIY solution to the problem.
10:47
http://appadvice.com/appnn/2015/12/griffins-survivor-play-
case-for-the-apple-tvs-siri-remote-is-now-available
And here is another solution - which was sent in by many not is not D I Y but rather B U Y - let me read this email.
Hey Rob,
Just saw this and thought I'd share it with you and the listeners. I think having this along with the remote strap should help with the orientation of the remote. I know you and some listeners have had issues regarding this already. I personally already have the wrist strap and have found it to be very useful in knowing if I'm holding the remote correctly. I hope adding the case to the remote will add a little thickness to it since I feel that it's too thin and doesn't feel too natural in my hand. I really love and enjoy all the hard work that you do in providing us a community in which we can all share and help each other out when we need it. Please keep up the awesome work and I'll be looking forward to another knowledge packed episode.
Kindest regards,
Mike S. from Phoenix, AZ
And what Mike S and many other sent in was a link to the new Griffins Survivor play case fro Apple TV’s Siri remote - which will run you $20. Which is a bit more then a stalk of Broccoli or Asparagus. But is also a little nicer looking and will actually protect the remote when it goes flying across the room.
12:25
http://www.macrumors.com/2015/12/08/best-
buy-apple-watch-discount/
For those looking for an Apple Watch and looking for a good deal on one - Best Buy is offering $100 off all versions they have in stock between now and Christmas. So yes the $349 38 mm sport version is now $249 at best buy. This is better than their black Friday deal when it was just $50 off the sport models. And this offer is available on line as well as in stores - and again is $100 of Sport and also the stainless steel version.
This is very un-usual that Apple would allow this. It could mean Apple Watch sales are not what Apple was hoping for. As apple does dictate what is allowed with regards to discounts. This is not you get a $100 gift card - like was the case with Target - this is $100 off the price period.
If this is not about pumping up less then expected lower sales - maybe it is about the Apple Watch 2 coming early in the spring and Apple/Best Buy trying to clear inventory.
Maybe a combo of both. Either way it is unusual - but if you held off and $249 or $299 is the deal you were looking for for an Apple watch sport - Best buy is the place for you.
13:44
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16:00
VOICEMAIL - Jeff_CT_appleTV_remote_update
Hi Rob, in episode 374 a caller was asking how to get feedback to Apple, and this link http://www.apple.com/feedback/ can be used as this was the link that I used to ask Apple To get Apple Pay with my bank and the page I used said they read all emails but can't reply to all emails but they read all emails carefully. I'm not saying this will work for all but it seemed to work for me.
Regards,
Aaron in Vermont.
Rob
I learned something new today and am sharing just in the spirit of the Tii community.
My iPhone6 screen had cracked and I made an appointment with the Genius Bar to have a tech replace it. No AppleCare or other coverage so I would owe $105 for the work. Not a problem for me since I've skipped coverage for past 8 years and over 8 different devices - so I'm ahead by many $$$.
But let's fast forward to the new thing I learned. When they took the phone I had to log out of my Apple ID - and because they replaced the broken screen that includes the home button, I also lost my Touch ID. So when I wanted to pay the repair charge with ApplePay, I had no way to do it on the phone.
The Apple rep said, "hey try your AppleWatch". I thought it wouldn't work - I believed the watch was just a slave to the phone. But voilà - it worked and paid for my repair.
Maybe you told us earlier but I missed this capability. I wasn't even logged into my AppleID on the phone and my AMEX had been disassociated from the phone when I turned off it off before the repair.
Regards
PaulG in Lawrenceville GA
19:14
https://plus.google.com/communities/
105412562215997292912?cfem=1
We are now over 2,500 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 that went up since the last episode came from Steven Whatley who posted the following
Quote
Here is a cool idea for an iPad Pro game. How about a Pool (Billiards) game where you used use the Apple Pencil as a pool stick. Any takers? :-)
Unquote
BRILLIANT - I hope someone takes Steven up on that idea. Would love to see a Game designed that used the Apple Pencil specifically.
Since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts and comments in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android fan bois free zone and spammer free zone. Yup it is the most civil Google+ community covering iOS.
Folks Go to today in iOS dot com slash community to join in.
And thanks to all 2500+ of you already in the community and contributing.
Also from the Google Plus community was this feedback to Ep 375:
From Myron Uecker quote ou talked about the hoops you had to jump through to get your Remote app working with your ATV4. Yesterday I simply opened the Remote app after updating my ATV and it just worked.
I'm looking forward to getting home tonight to find out if today's update to the Remote app made it work better. unquote
When I released ep 375 - Apple had not updated the remote app yet. It was released on the 9th early in the day. So it looks like the updated remote app will be easier to set up - Sadly The remote app Works the same with the new version as the last version - in that it does not work with games. But still works fine for Netflix / HBO / Youtube and searching for apps - which is what I need it for. per entering in text.
But definitely if you have the remote app installed - make sure you have updated to the latest version.
21:20
http://www.t-mobile.com/offer/binge-on-
streaming-video-list.html
Hey does anyone know where I can find a list of services that don't count against my T-Mobile bandwidth cap? I know I of the music and video services that are now not counted and I also know the app store still runs high speed even after you pass your limit but I'd love to know of any that I didn't hear about through podcast side chat.
From Cody K
To which Kenneth B - provided the link to the t-mobile page - which I will have a link to in the show notes for ep 376 - look for the link titled - Binge on Streaming Video List.
And here is a quick run down on the services you can stream content via T-mobile and not have it count against your data cap:
Crackle, DirecTV, Encore, ESPN, Flurry, Fox Sports, Fox Sports GO, Go90, HBO GO, HBO NOW, Hulu, IG-2000, Major League Baseball, Movieplex, NBC Sports, Netflix, Showtime, Slave1, Sling Box, Sling TV, Starz, T-Mobile TV, Univision Deportes, Ustream, Vessel, Vevo and VUDU
22:26
http://appadvice.com/appnn/2015/12/the-apple-
tvs-app-store-is-bursting-at-the-seams-with-growth
Thanks to Michael for the heads up on this next one.
There is a nice article over at AppAdvice titled - Apple TV’s App store is bursting at the seams with growth.
I will say this in perspective to iOS and iPad apps - the numbers are anemic - but for the Apple TV - it is pretty good already. There are over 2,600 apps now - with projection of 5,000 within a month and 10,000 in early 2016.
Games apps are the biggest category by far with 38% of the Apps. Entertainment is number two - followed by Education. The least popular categories in terms of number of apps - are Finance, Medical, Navigation, Shopping and Catalogs. Why the heck is Navigation even a category on a set top box device?
Since there are no ads in Apple TV Apps - as you might expect - more apps are for sale. The fact the % is just 39% was actually surprising - I would have thought the number would be higher. Of course there are a bunch that are freemium - and they go under free - then you have in app purchases to get say better looking fireplaces.
Here is some feedback on the Apple TV from the email bag
Hi Rob
I got my Apple TV 64gb. Well first it came a few days early then expected. It could of not been any easier to set up. I just put my iPhone next to it and most of the set up was taken care of. Then I had to put my password for iTunes account. After that I set up Apple Music. Then I put on a few games as well as Flickr YouTube and my go to apps for movies and tv. Netflix, HBO go and showtime any time. I tried out some games. Most games I got were on par graphically with the Wii. Some games were so so. The others were great. To my kids so far they like the games they played. So that is the main test. I will let you know more once I set up all my apps and give the kids time to play the games. I am just happy it came in time for Hanukkah. I also want to gloat about my 25% off I got. That makes it a better system then it already was. Thanks once again for the show.
Regards,
Aaron from Brooklyn.
Well Aaron - thanks for the feedback and Happy Hanukkah.
24:51
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-12-08/
apple-said-to-suspend-effort-to-develop-live-tv-service
This next one goes under the rumor category - but sadly the rumor category on what is not coming rather than what is.
Bloomberg is saying according to their sources Apple’s plans to roll out its own TV subscription offering are now dead in the water - as Apple just was not able to come to agreement with the TV content creators.
Apple had long been rumored to be working on a $30 to $40 a month subscription service to TV Content. Now it seems Apple is shelving or pausing or putting off for a while those efforts and instead will focus on making Apple TV the platform when individual content creators or networks can sell directly their content. IE - HBO Now. CBS CEO Les Moonves - not to be confused with More Moondog. - Well Les - he said last week that Apple has put it TV Plans on hold.
Rumors has it some big egos wanted to much money - and that is what is putting the kibosh on Apples plans for now.
I think this can be summed up like this - Apple was trying to offer a better value offering to end users - but the content creators were asking for more money from Apple then from Cable providers - this kinds killing that whole value prop for the end user angle.
Moons says he does expect Apple to eventually roll out that service - but did not say that was going to be before or after the Ice Skates were placed on El Deablo
26:27
I had asked for feedback on what folks want to see for an iPhone 7.
From Larry D - in the google + community he said:
quote
Here is what I would like to see in the iPhone 7:
1) iPad Pro style external connectors that can be used to charge the phone via a case or other external devise. This would, for one, eliminate the need to add another quarter inch to the phone size when you add a charging case.
2) illuminated Apple logo on the back of the phone or an illuminated ring on the Touch ID ring to indicate status.
3) Waterproofing
4) Sapphire glass option if not as part of the base product.
unquote
I really like the idea of the side connectors like with the iPad Pro - where if you have a case it could provide power that way rather then having to go through the lightning connector.
Per Waterproofing - I do think there is a good chance for that - as the 6S and 6S+ have taken a step in that direction with the new internal connectors with essentially gaskets around them. So the 6S and 6S+ are already more waterproof than any previous iPhones.
Per an illuminate Apple Logo - It is something I have been hoping for for years - but never really ever expecting. It is one of those things that would be neat - but never will happen due to size and power issues.
And sapphire screens - it will forever be one of those things you will see in rumors - because Apple spent a lot of time and effort to get it in the past and completely caused the bankruptcy of a company over. Where part of the settlement was the selling of all those furnaces - not scrapping of them - but selling of them - so they were purchased by someone - and that is why the rumor of Sapphire screens will be back every year from now until it finally happens - if it happens. I will say this - don’t hold off buying an iPhone for it - as it could be a rumor associated with the iPhone 17 - not just the iPhone 7.
28:51
http://www.appy-geek.com/Web/ArticleWeb.aspx?regionid=4&articleid=53895609
It is being rumored the next Sammy Galaxy S7 will have pressure sensitive screen - OF COURSE IT WILL. For anyone that has ever doubted Sammy’s road map for the Galaxy line is located at apple.com - this is just another example why all those doubts should be removed.
This would of course be a sammy attempt to clone Apples 3D touch. So I am going to guess they will just call it - touch 3D - just saying
29:19
http://qz.com/572239/apples-not-as-secure-as-it-
used-to-be-but-its-still-way-better-than-windows-and-android/
Interesting Article from Quartz titled - Apple’s not as secure as it used to be - but its still way better than windows and Android.
I will skip the OS Ten parts and get right to iOS - Symantec in 2015 to date has found over double the number of new threats for iOS vs 2014 - which sounds dire until you realize the number of new threats in 2015 was 7. By comparison Symantec logged 9,839 cumulative Android malware threats in 2014 - which they said in 2014 17% of Android Apps were Malware in disguise.
By the way - of the 13 iOS Threats all time - 9 can only infect Jailbroken devices.
So long of the short - No it is not as secure as it used to be - but compared to Android - it is still fort knox - rather than knock on wood.
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I wear glasses - all the time - essentially I put them on when I get out of bed and don’t take them off until I go back to bed or take a shower. And if you google me for any pictures from the past 3 plus years - one thing will be constant in all those pictures - I am wearing my Warby Parker glasses. I love those glasses and I loved the experience buying the glasses.
And I would like to welcome Warby Parker back as a sponsor. If you wear glasses like me you know what a pain it is to get new glasses and how expensive it is - Eye glasses should not cost more than an iPhone not even a subsidized 16 GB iPhone. But sadly most do Especially after the eyeglass store put on all their adders. But Warby Parker is not like that. First on the price side for prescription Glasses they are $95 or you can go titanium for $145. And that includes the anti-reflective and anti-glare coating. and a very nice case. No up sells. And these are very nice very fashionable glasses. And at this price - you can afford to get a few pairs - just to accessorize for different looks if you want.
How the process works is you go to warbyparker dot com slash tii and you pick out 5 pairs of glasses you want to try on Or as they call it their Home Try on - and they ship the 5 pair out to you at no cost. You try them on for a few days and pick out the pair you like best and send them all back - shipping is covered both ways. Then once you pick the pair you like best you go online enter your prescription or scan in your prescription or even just give them the name and number to your eye doctor and they will call them - they make that part easy - and then you place the order. And that is it. It really was an easy process. My Warby Parker glasses are my day in day out glasses - So they are not just an advertiser they are who I got my primary pair of glasses from. You can see them on me in my picture on the banner for Warby parker up at today in iOS dot com or the Harry’s banner for that matter or again in any picture I have been in for the past 3 plus years.
Go right now on your iOS device to WarbyParker dot com slash tii and pick your 5 pairs and get them sent to you to try on at no cost to you. But lets say after you try on the 5 pairs you and your significant other can't agree on THE pair - simple send them back and pick out another 5 pairs and repeat
- still at no cost for the try ons. They have a lot of great styles and the site is really easy to see the different styles and colors.
And when you buy a pair of glasses with Warby Parker here is the absolute best part - they give a pair to a 3rd world charity. So in summary. You shop hassle free and get 5 days to try on your 5 pairs at your home to pick the ones you really like best - you pay 1/3rd to 1/5th what you normally pay for glasses and by buying a pair you are helping out someone in a 3rd world country to get a pair of glasses as well. Win Win and Win. Again remember to start the free home try on process go to warby parker dot com slash tii. Thanks Warby Parker for sponsoring this show and for making the best glasses I have ever owned.
33:53
VOICEMAIL - Kevin_apple_watch_Experience
Hi Rob,
When I try to print from my iPhone 6 Plus with all current software, a transit map the application crashes
From my iPad pro with all current software I know how to sort in Apple Mail for a particular sender. What I don't know is how to concatenate those emails into one document for forwarding or printing.
Same iPad pro. How do I start voice recognition from the Logitech "Create" keyboard?
Regards,
Thomas M from Sunnyvale California
Hi Thomas - first thanks for the heads up on the Transit map crashing when you try to print. I did a search in the map for directions from Fishermans warf to the Moscone center - and it will show the preview to print fine for Driving and walking directions - but for Transit when it is trying to show the preview for print it crashes the app - same if in new york city for directions from the Empire State building to the Museum of Modern Art - no issues with driving or walking directions - but transit directions crash the app. So looks like Apple has a bug to fix.
Per the questions of printing multiple emails from the same person or in a thread at once - I am not aware of anyway to do that from an iOS device - but if someone listening knows how to do this with the Native Mail app in iOS - please let us know - and if you know how to do this with another mail app for iOS - let us know that as well - 206-666-6364 - thats 206-moon-dog - or record and email in the response to today in iOS at gmail dot com
And Folks also throwing out the third part of that email - if anyone has the Logitech keyboard for iPad Pro is there a way to start voice recognition from it.
Hi Rob,
There is an issue with the ThingCharger - indiegogo project, they have providing them to Sam's Clubs before shipping the units to most or even all of the backers 1st.
I pledged for the Lighting version not the USB-C version and I haven't even gotten mine yet and I see them for sale in a local Sam's Club, not cool!
This is just turning me off on funding any projects anymore and I am sure there are many other backers that feel the same.
Maybe they need to just give us Sam's Club gift cards with the amount we pledged so we can get them before Christmas.
Regards,
Thomas
Tuscaloosa AL
And Thomas sent a picture of the Thing Charger from his local Sam’s club. Thomas I agree - when a crowd funded project turns around and ships product to big box retailers before providing product to those that took a chance with them - it definitely hurts crowd funding campaigns in the future. Take the SOS charger - more people were able to purchase them from online stores and retailers then were shipped them that funded the project - I never received mine.
I understand why they do it - though - basically they run out of money and are looking at the sale of the product to a big box store as a loan - but really what they are doing is selling the same product twice. Once to the individual that crowd funded it - and made it possible to get it built and then again to the retailer - and I agree that just is not kosher and bad for all involved. Most of the reason this happens is bad planning or unforeseen complications which again would be bad planning. But you can’t let a few bad apples ruin the whole bunch - because this is not a wide spread issue and I only know a handful of cases where this happened. So hopefully you will give some other start up / crowd funded project your backing in the future.
37:21
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1163121769/dome-
charging-dock-for-apple-watch-and-iphone?ref=nav_search
This week for a kickstarter project we have Dome - or more precisely - Dome Charging dock for Apple Watch and iPhone.
This one has a goal of $19k - and has raise a tad over 6k to day and has just until Dec 24th at 9:00 PM CT.
According to the creators - dome is quote an elegant and clutter-free charging dock for Apple Watch and iPhone unquote.
It allows you to charge both together.
Please note it does not come with either cable for Lightning nor Apple Watch - so you have to provide them.
Pricing on this is $69 - and it has delivery scheduled for April 2016.
If you want more info on this - search for Dome at kickstarter dot com.
40:04
http://www.bumpies.co/
The folks at Bumpies sent me a set of Bumpies to review.
I have been testing out the Bumpies for my iPhone 6+ the past week plus - and I feel naked in a good way. I had a big ol hunking protective case on my 6+ for over a year. And with the bumpies I feel like I am almost totally naked now - well I mean my phone is naked - it is kind of like have a fig leaf for my iPhone. Just the parts you need protected are protected. For those that don’t remember me talking about the bumpies in the past - they go on each corner of your iPhone and then protrude above the screen and below the back so no mater how your drop it the screen does not touch the ground and the back does not touch and the sides to not touch - just the bumpies touch. And again they just cover the corners.
It comes with a wipe to clean the corners and then a little sleeve to place the iPhone in for proper placement - which was much easier then I thought it would be.
I did also keep on my glass screen protector - because you never know when something will be dropped on your iPhone screen. I highly recommend using a screen protector with the Bumpies.
With the bumpies and glass protector I am getting the same protection as my big ol hunking case - except now it fits in the cup holder and my pocket much better.
It is really nice to actually feel my iPhone again but at the same time have it protected. It really is weird in a good way to feel the back of my iPhone and the quality of my iPhone I forgot how good it feels in your hand. And now I am able to show off how pretty the 6+ is again - as just a minimal amount of the phone covered and since I went with the white ones at first glance it looks completely naked.
They have bumpies for all versions of the iPhone back to the 4. And for the 6+ at least they run just $35.
Link in the show notes - and thanks to Bumpies for sending these over to review.
42:27
VOICEMAIL - Daniel_UK_what_he_Wants_new_appleWatch
Hi Rob,
Just listening to episode 375 one thing I was hoping the Apple watch update would fix my springboard problem on my Apple watch. I hadn't had any problems with it since I got it on launch date earlier in the year but in the last 2-3 wks it seems to randomly crash reboot and back to work. Sometimes even while I'm doing a work out it does this and resumes recording my work out without missing a beat. Kinda funny. Just wanted to put this out there and see if you or any of the listeners have had a similar experience or even better, found a fix.
Pls let me know.
Regards,
Tosin O
Hey Rob,
So just wondering if anyone else noticed that after downloading 9.2 on my iPhone 5C, it took about 30 of my 70 songs I bought from iTunes and took them out of the cloud and downloaded back onto my device. Also what I miss is the little cloud symbol clearly showing if a song is in the cloud or not and yes I am aware of the 3 red dots and seeing this way by clicking on the song itself if it is or not but I miss the old system.
Also my friend has a 5S and he gets the little "mobile device" symbol on a song and my 5C does not, which I find odd.
Regards.
RJ
48:34
http://cydiajailbreak.org/pangu-9-status-for-
pangu-ios-9-2-jailbreak/
There are a bunch of rumors swirling about an iOS 9.2 Jailbreak coming soon - but at this point on December 14th - there is no released jailbreak for iOS 9.2 - there are some scams claiming to do it - just send them money - that is always the case after a new update - but so far from Pangu team and other jailbreak teams - there is no official word of a working jailbreak for 9.2 GM that is ready for end users. So again if you are jailbroken - do not upgrade at this point - if you plan to jailbreak don’t upgrade - everyone else - go for it.
49:21
Hi Rob,
One of the greatest things about the iPhone is the ability to e-mail video attachments. Up until the latest ios update 9.2, I could always compress and e-mail video attachments. Now after the update, I only get the option to use Mail Drop or "try to send the attachment." I don't even see the mail app try to compress the video file, rendering this function as useless. Not everyone wants to use Mail Drop or iCloud or send links to their videos which reside in Dropbox, etc; some of us just want to attach a simple video file to an e-mail.
So I'm pretty unhappy about this latest update since this is a basic vital function that I need to do for both work and personal reasons. And I don't want to have to switch back to Android because of this.
I'd appreciate any help you or your audience can give me.
Thanks and Regards,
Brent from Chicago
Hi Rob,
Per ep 375 - I am one of the users who is waiting for the 4 inch screen iPhone as well. it would be awesome to add 3D Touch to the 4inch phone, but if it doesn't get added, it means that Apple is not yet ready to fully support 3D touch on the iDevices.
While the maps app as well as the podcast app are the most popular on iOS, You're right it doesn't make them better even though they are more popular. For one you can't share a point in a podcast like I have shared below at your most amusing comment from your show. Thanks again for everything you do Rob.
Regards,
Francisco Tapia
51:34
For Ep 376 - What is your favorite Animal
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Thanks again to Warby Parker for sponsor this show and please go to warby parker dot com slash tii to get your 5 pairs of glasses to try on shipped right to you door with free shipping all around. Great Glasses, Great pricing, and a great cause. Warby Parker dot com slash tii
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.
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And that folks is going to do it for us today -
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TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 375
Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast - First up I want to thank PHIL for sending in the music you hear in the background. PHIL wrote:
Hi Rob.
This song called SLOW STRUT was all created with Garage Band on an iPhone and exported directly. No other software or hardware were used. This is not available for sale anywhere, just a hobby thing.
Regards,
Phil W
SONG Slow Strut
Thanks PHIL for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode. I also want to thank DAN for sending in the Artwork for today's show. DAN wrote the following:
Hi Rob,
Here is a pic from a Columbia river steel head that I caught last summer. I used photo editor and my iPad air to ad the text and frame.
Regards,
Dan from Vancouver wa.
Thanks DAN, for sending in this artwork and folks you can see DAN'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 375 - or at instagram.com/todayinios and also as a stand alone post in the VIP section and at Facebook.com/todayinios.
If you have some artwork and or music you have created on your iOS device that you would like to share with the audience please email it to me at today in iOS at gmail dot com and please make sure to include which app or apps you used to create said artwork and or music.
02:10
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
So Google Glass is setting the stage for the future and the iPhone and iPad are not - UMMMM speaking of Absurd - I think we just found it with your comments - Just Sayin
02:49
For Promo codes - On Ep 374 we offered up chances to win promo codes for THE APP - BRAVE & LITTLE ADVENTURE . If you are interested in this app or want more info go back and listen to the beginning of Ep 374
Sadly no new promo codes this week. Bad Marketer are you if you have a paid app and did not send in the codes.
A QUICK REMINDER if you are an App developer or an iBook Author email me if you want your app or iBook featured in the promo give away segment FOR FREE We Just need the 5 promo codes or more to give away. simply email me at today in ios @ gmail.com and please include a 60 sec or less audio review of your app or iBook - indicating you are the dev or author. Also when you send in the promo codes - please make sure to let me know when they expire.
03:36
http://arstechnica.com/apple/2015/12/mega-apple-update-
day-brings-ugprades-to-os-x-ios-watchos-and-tvos/
Ok - wow - Apple saved my bacon on this episode. I mean it was a really really a slow news week before Apple released iOS 9.2. Thanks Apple.
Yes - iOS 9.2 is available now - as always if you don’t like when things go wrong - wait until after Ep 376 is out to upgrade - as by then we will have more feedback on iOS 9.2.
If you are a blow ahead type of person - then make sure you backup and sync prior to updating.
But either way - lets go over what iOS 9.2 gets you and by you I mean some of you - as some new features are only for specific devices.
First off Apple highlights the following
Apple Music Improvements for making playlists, saving songs offline and browsing classical music
A new top stories section in news so you can stay up to date with the most important news of the day - like the iOS 9.2 update
And mail drop in mail for sending large attachments.
Those are the three key points highlighted in the update on my iPhone 6+ on the main page of settings showing the update. once you start then Apple talks about the update containing many Improvements and bug fixes.
Which include the following:
In Apple music now includes Seeing which songs have been downloaded with the new download indicator next to each song in my music and playlists
New Top stories in the news app is available in the US, UK and Australia
iBooks now supports 3D touch to peek and pop pages from the table of contents, your notes and bookmarks, or from each results inside a book.
iBooks now supports listening to an audiobook while your browser your library.
iPhone support for the USB camera Adapter to import photos and videos - that is nice.
Improved stability for Safari.
And Improved stability for Podcasts app - but could it really get worse?. Podcasts App is still v2.3 - but the build number did increase slightly on my iPhone 6+ it went from 1075.33 to 1075.88 - lets see if this stops it from crashing right after subscribing to new podcasts.
9.2 fixes an issue that caused mail attachments to be inaccessible for some users with Pop Mail.
9.2 Address an issue that could cause search in contacts to display no results.
It Fixed an issue where camera screen on iPad could be black when attempting to capture video.
It Fixed an issue that could prevent wallet updates and lock screen alerts from displaying
9.2 Addresses an issue where updating iOS could prevent an alarm from going - off - Ut oh - hope that is fixed - don’t want to miss the Elf on the shelf tonight.
9.2 Siri support for Arabic - Saudi Arabia and UAE.
There is AT&T Number Sync Support
And with Safari there is View Controller improvements - these last three were talked about when we talked about the betas in the past for iOS 9.2 - so nothing new with them - just confirmation they made it forward to Gold master.
And as with most Single dot updates - there were Accessibility improvements and with iOS 9.2 the Accessibility improvements include:
-fixing issues with voice over when using camera face detection
-adding support for voiceover to wake up the screen
-adding support for voiceover to invoke app switcher with 3D touch gesture
-Fixing an issues with guided access when trying to end phone calls
-improved functionality for switch control users when using 3D touch
-fixing an issue with speech rate of speak screen
Plus there were a bunch of other bug fixes I did not mention - just tried to go over the ones you have written or called in about in the past.
So far so good - but it has only been a few hours at the new version. Again if you don’t like when things go wrong - wait until up 376 to hear if there are any issues. For those that do upgrade - let us know if there are any issues - 206-666-6364 that’s 206-moon-dog or send an email to today in iOS at gmail dot com
And in addition to iOS 9.2 being released for iOS device - tvOS 9.1 was released for the Apple TV 4th gen - and the biggest update - is the remote app works - sorta. First make sure you have the remote app on your iOS device and open it and add a device - and you will get a four digit code to enter.
Then go to Settings on your updated to 9.1 Apple TV - and go to remotes and devices and then select Remote App and then under pairable devices you should see your iOS app - select it and enter the 4 digit code and it will be paired to your Apple TV - and you will be able to use it now to enter text in search fields. You will be able to use it to move through the different apps - but you will not or at least I was not able to use it to play any games. It did seem to work fine in Youtube and netflix - but not with games. Still working where you can enter text is what It was desperately needing.
Finally Watch OS 2.1 was released as well And it brings more languages - Arabic, Bothan, Czech, Greek, Hebrew, Hungarian, Malay, Portuguese and Vietnamese. Additionally there is now support for right to left user interface and a new complication for islamic and Hebrew Calendars. And bugs man - squashing bugs man.
So busy busy day and on top of that there was an update to El Capitan 10.11.2. But I will not go over that.
Just safe to say - I can’t remember a day where Apple did 4 major OS updates.
11:25
http://arstechnica.com/apple/2015/11/apple-sneaks-a-usb-
3-0-compatible-lightning-port-into-the-ipad-pro/
As I said 9.2 broke up a slow news week - How slow was it - you ask - Well to explain how slow of a news cycle this past week was for the iOS world the best way is to go with the title of what was going to be this first article
Quote Apple sneaks a USB 3.0-compatible Lightning port into the iPad Pro unquote
So yes - the lead story was going to be about Apple making the iPad Pro’s port compatible to USB 3.0. Seems the folks at iFixit found the USB 3.0 controller in there and Apple has since confirmed that yes indeed it is compatible to USB 3.0 - right now there is not a Lightening to USB 3.0 cable available for Apple - right now that is - but at some point in the near future there should be.
FYI USB 3.0 allows for data transfer rates up to 5 GBPS - theoretically - vs just 480 MBPS for USB 2.0
I am sure we will have a follow up on this in future - but as was pointed out in a couple of articles about this - where it comes into play is when you are trying to transfer 4K video files or other large media files.
13:01
http://www.craxworld.com/apple-made-to-pay-1800-after-
data-loss-during-iphone-repair/
Continuing with the slow news week theme - we have this next one titled - Apple made to pay $1,800 after data loss during iPhone repair.
Essentially a 68 year old gentlemen named Mr White brought in his iPhone 5 to have it worked on. And during the process of working on it the Apple employee wiped it out - deleting his Honeymoon photos and quote 15 years worth of contacts unquote
Clearly Mr White was also a time traveler - which explains how he picked up the 12 extra years of contacts.
Mr. White I would like to introduce you to Mr Backup. Mr. Backup - is not new to these parts - actually he goes back to iOS 1.0 - Now if you don’t have a computer there is iCloud. But you should be and need to be backing up your photos to your Computer or iCloud on a regular basis and definitely 100% need to do it before bringing it anywhere to be repaired.
Mr White did initially ask for over $8,000 - but then said he would settle for about $1,500 - but Apple said no way - and then the court said - yup you should have settled - now pay $1,800 plus another $1,000 for court costs - have a nice day.
What does this mean for you and I - essentially Apple will be getting you to sign a waiver most likely when you bring in an iOS device for repair stating you understand the device could get wiped out and have you confirm it is backed up.
Obviously something Mr. White should have done. Once again the courts showing that ignorance is bliss and often rewarded.
14:45
http://www.apple.com/pr/library/2015/12/03Apple-Releases-
Swift-as-Open-Source.html
A little press release from Apple last week.
quote
Apple® today announced that its Swift™ programming language is now open source. As an open source language, the broad community of talented developers — from app developers to educational institutions to enterprises — can contribute to new Swift features and optimizations and help bring Swift to new computing platforms. Introduced in 2014, Swift is the fastest growing programming language in history and combines the performance and efficiency of compiled languages with the simplicity and interactivity of popular scripting languages.* Apple today also launched the Swift.org website with detailed information about Swift open source, including technical documentation, community resources and links to download the Swift source code.
“By making Swift open source the entire developer community can contribute to the programming language and help bring it to even more platforms,” said Craig Federighi, Apple’s senior vice president of Software Engineering. “Swift’s power and ease of use will inspire a new generation to get into coding, and with today’s announcement they’ll be able to take their ideas anywhere, from mobile devices to the cloud.”
unquote
Why this is good news is simply that apple said they were going to do what they just did - make Swift Open source and thus make sure it can be maintained and supported by the community. This gives developers the confidence to go all in with swift and that Apple can’t kill it if they wanted.
overall I am hearing and reading very positive press about this step.
16:29
http://techcrunch.com/2015/12/02/apple-puts-ios-9-
adoption-at-70-based-on-app-store-usage-numbers/
This next one is from Dr. John - and it talks about the iOS 9 adoption rate is now at 70% - based on App store usage numbers.
iOS 8 is at 22% and everything earlier is at 8%.
So you have iOS 9 at 70% adoption.
for curiosity sake I looked at Android Marsh mallow - that was released right around when iOS 9 was - well about two weeks after. But pretty close. As of December 1st it had a 0.3% adoption rate. 70% vs 0.3% hmmm - one is better than the other. Heck Lollipop which was released more than a year ago is only at 25.6%.
Which one do you want to develop for? Just sayin.
17:21
Apple TV 4th Gen, iPAd Pro, iPad Air, iPad mini - all devices enjoyed from your bed. Add in Netflix and Amazon Prime - and well that 1/3 rd of your life in bed goes to 2/5th.
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VOICEMAIL - KURT_PA_iOS9_glitching
VOICEMAIL - KURT_PA_PART2
Hi Rob,
I recommend purchasing the strap for the remote, it helps figure out the correct orientation.
Regards,
Bob A
Hello,
I am a voiceover user. I hope this is the right place to post this. Does anyone know how to delete all emails in the outlook app all at once?
Thanks!
Maria Reyes
And from Lawrence McFarland - quote If you are using your iPhone's Mail app, open the inbox, click on "Edit" (upper right corner), then on the lower right corner, click on "Trash All.”unquote
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25:01
https://plus.google.com/communities/
105412562215997292912?cfem=1
We are now over 2,500 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 that went up since the last episode came from Stephen Williams who posted the following
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Help! I am now unable to download podcasts in the podcasts app. The download circle appears and goes through its cycle, but the result still leaves me with a podcast not downloaded. It isn't just one podcast this is happening with.
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It would up a hard reset fixed the issue. But I have seen this from others - and doing the force quit all apps - and resent network settings seems to fix the issue for any that reported the issue. The podcasts app sometimes gets stuck it seems and it needs a swift kick in the pants to getting it un stuck with regards to downloads.
Since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts and comments in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android fan bois free zone and spammer free zone. Yup it is the most civil Google+ community covering iOS.
Folks Go to today in iOS dot com slash community to join in.
And thanks to all 2500+ of you already in the community and contributing.
Also from the Google Plus community was this post from Saul Lowery:
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If you are chrome app user here is a awesome feature that's now made possible thanks to Apples new 3D Touch.
So, as you know with 3D Touch and the home screen you can 3D Touch on a app icon and you will get a list of options you can choose or you will get haptic feed back telling you there's no built in feature for 3D Touch in that app currently. Well Google just updated there chrome app with 3 new goodies, those goodies being New tab, New incognito* Tab and voice search. Well the voice search tab gives you a stream lined option to use ok google kind of like how you use Siri.
How does it work?
Well you force touch on the chrome app and then choose the voice search feature, then speak your mine. Ask questions, driving directions, game show questions and more. In most instances you will get voice feed back, just like when you ask Siri a question.
What's the real benefit here?
A modified Ok Google on your iPhone.
Check it out and tell me what you think about it here in my post.
27:32
http://www.iphonehacks.com/2015/09/iphone-6s-3d-
touch-tips-and-tricks.html
And speaking of 3D touch - iPhone Hacks dot com had a nice article titled - 22 - 3D touch tips and tricks.
So if you have an iPhone 6S or 6S+ - this is a good article to look over.
Some of the items covered include
Use 3D touch to view live photos
Using 3D touch with the App switcher
Quickly take a photo or selfie
Easily save an image from a web page
Preview a video in a message
And my favorite
Read an email without opening it
Plus 16 others.
28:12
http://www.apple.com/shop/product/MGQM2LL/A/iphone-
6s-smart-battery-case-white?fnode=9e
Apple quietly released a new iPhone 6S and 6 Battery back case.
And by quietly that means - there was no press release and by 6S and 6 we mean just the 6S and 6 - there is not one for the 6+ and 6S+. Guess apple figures the battery life is already fine for 6+ and 6S+
Pricing for the new quote iPhone 6S Smart Batter Case unquote is $99. It comes in White or Black or White or Black. The top seems to be flexible and you fold it back and slip your iPhone into it. and then fold the top back over to secure your iPhone. It does appear to have a lightening port on the bottom.
Apple claims it gives you up to 25 hours of increased talk time, 18 hours more of internet use on LTE, and up to 20 hours more video playback.
Apple also says in the description that the charge of the case is shown in the Notification center and on the lock screen.
Availability starts December 10th at stores and December 11th at your door.
Hey looking to buy someone you love a christmas gift with an Apple logo - and they have an iPhone 6 or 6S - then this might be the gift you were looking for.
Mophie the original supplier of Battery Cases for the iPhone and long time Apple partner - yeah - for them - not the best christmas present. Actually found this clip of a conversation between Apple and Mophie
30:08
http://www.cultofmac.com/399976/how-to-make-your-
iphone-run-better-in-10-seconds/
Hi Rob, Hmmm but if a strange one this but thought it might be worth sharing . Love the show Regards Simon Reedman Nottingham England.
Ok - so this next one was definitely make the rounds. I did not see any improvement doing it - but here goes - the basic line is you can quickly reset the ram on your iOS device to do so -
1. unlock your device.
2. Press and hold the power button
3. When you see the slide to power off - release the power button.
4. Press and hold the home button.
5. When it bumps you back to the home screen release and you are done.
At that point the ram should be reset. Some people claim it helps - most I have read say they did not see any change.
31:02
http://appadvice.com/appnn/2015/12/apple-maps-takes-
the-lead-over-google-maps-on-ios
To forgive and forget - the basis for any solid relation ship. I mean ideally there would be nothing to forgive nor forget - but in reality there is always something. For example take Apple Maps back in the fall of 2012. Well it seems we have moved on to a new phase with our iOS relations ship and have forgiven and forgot. As Apple Maps is now used more widely than Google Maps on iPhone - this according to an Associated Press report.
Actually apple is saying it is used more than 3 times more often than its next closet competitor on the iPhone and iPad.
I have to admit I can’t remember the last time I used a mapping App on my iOS device that was not Apples. It is just easier and with the Apple Watch integration it is just better overall experience especially when driving.
Obviously Apple Maps being native and what is brought up by Siri is why most users use it - after all - Apple Maps does not even need to be better then google maps - it just needs to be good enough to keep the majority of folks looking for a 3rd party app.
Just like with the Podcasts App - it just needs to be good enough - and despite what many say - it is that - as on the mobile side - it completely dominates on iOS - everything else combined and doubled and doubled again does not add up to the Podcasts App on iOS.
So really not shocking news that Apples Maps app and iOS users have made up and moved from past issues.
32:55
http://techcrunch.com/2015/12/08/mozilla-launches-
content-blocker-for-safari-on-ios-9/
Actually some late breaking news - Mozilla launches a content blocker for Safari for iOS 9.
It is called - Focus by Firefox - and it is FREE as is zip - nada - no cost to you. And it is based on the Disconnect Block list. But unlike some other content blockers that just block ads - this one blocks Ads, Analytics, and social media trackers - the stuff that bloat and slow down your surfing experience.
From Mozilla per web users quote too many users today have lost trust and lack meaningful controls over their digital lives unquote
To see how well this works - first if you have a content blocker already - go to Settings - then safari - and then Content Blocker - and turn them off.
Next go to imore.com - and wait the 10 to 15 seconds for it to load and scroll down and see all the pop overs and other items.
Then go to another site - then force quit safari.
Next go to the App store app and search for
Focus by firefox - and install it. Again it is FREE. I like free.
Then open it - and then launch Settings again go to Safari and content blockers and Turn on Focus
Then launch safari and go to imore.com and watch it load is less than a second. It really did a great job of speeding up the load time of iMore and other sites bloated with tracking and intrusive ads.
Again don’t mean to pick on iMore - but it really is one of the worst offenders out there. Sorry Rene it is what it is.
But luckily - Focus is here and it helps bring focus back to your browsing experience - and playing around with it today - I was pretty impressed. I will play more with it this week and see if I find any gotcha’s but so far so good.
35:16
http://appleinsider.com/articles/15/12/03/apples-new-4-inch-
iphone-will-have-a9-cpu-apple-pay-launching-in-
early-2016-insider-says
We are now starting to get into spaghetti rumor season - that is where people start throwing a whole bunch of rumors up against the wall and see what sticks.
One of those that seems to have stuck this past week is from Ming-Chi Kuo - who is saying in early 2016 - there will be a new iPhone - iPhone 6C - essentially - which will be a 4 Inch iPhone with an A9 Processor and Apple Pay.
It will come in multiple colors - but this will be a metal back not plastic.
Ming is saying - You pitiful fool - my life is not for any earthing to give or take. Oh wait wrong ming - sorry . Ming Chi is saying the early launch would be in the March - April time frame and would help offset what would be a traditionally slowing iPhone sales cycle
This makes sense when you realize there has not been a truly new 4 inch iPhone sine the 5S. So a lot of people with 4 inchers like my wife. that don’t want something bigger than 4 inches. wow that sound all kind of wrong. Anyway - there are those that like the smaller iPhones and have not upgraded and Apple has not address that part of their market. And they are sitting there over their 2 year upgrade window and could upgrade on the cheap right now.
So yes - I can see why this one is sticking - it make sense.
One thing Ming Chi does not expect is force touch on the iPhone 6C. So really it would be kind of a hybrid spec wise between the 6S and 6. But the size of the 5S and in a new case design. But the camera from the iPhone 6 - not the 6S. Again a mix of some iPhone 6 specs - and some 6S specs.
Will be interesting to see when some leaked photos emerge - because for something that is just 4 to 5 months away - photos should be hitting the wire in 3, 2, ..
37:20
http://www.gforgames.com/gadgets/iphone-7-5-
different-prototypes-50668/
Out of China is a rumor that Apple is experimenting / testing at least 5 different configurations of the iPhone 7. Each one with its own unique hardware characteristics. Which does not sound all that unbelievable - would not be surprised if they were testing may times that number of configurations.
Reportedly some of the tech in some of the prototypes includes a USB Type C connector. There is also wireless charging tech, Multi-force touch, Dual cameras, fingerprint recognition built into the screen - which I would assume means no home button.
There is also rumors of an Amoled screen for one version - plus a partridge in a pair tree.
Of course the rumor ends with They don’t know which techs / options Apple is going to go with. So really this rumor could be summed up - Apple is trying things and no decisions have been made but hey an iPhone 7 is coming - Think!!
38:15
http://www.smartgadgetreviews.com/smartphones/iphone-
7-could-dry-itself/
One other rumor about iPhone 7 possible specs - is the iPhone could dry itself. No not reach over after it gets out of the shower and actually picks a towel for itself rather than yelling I am cold I am cold and forcing you to run down the hall to reach over and get the towel the iPhone could get on its own if it just reached over and grabbed it. And by iPhone I am not talking about spoiled child with a strong will or anything like that.
No what we are talking about here is a rumor based on a patent apple submitted. Essentially it would pump the water out of the iphone via the speaker.
From the patent quote The embodiments described herein are directed to an acoustic module that is configured to remove all or a portion of a liquid that has accumulated within a cavity of the acoustic modules,” unquote
But as you know if you have listened for a while - a Patent from Apple does not usually lead to actual real world application and if said patent becomes public and that feature is not already in place - the chances are slim of it ever being used. At least again when you look at past history.
I am not going to talk about the ditching of the headphone jack on this episode as one of the iPhone 7 rumors - because we talked about it on the last ep - ep 374 - so you can go back and listen to it around the 25 Minute mark to get my thoughts on an iPhone without a headphone jack.
39:47
http://www.theweek.co.uk/iphone-7/62138/iphone-7-
should-you-buy-the-iphone-6s-for-christmas-or-wait-
for-the-iphone-7
Speaking of the iPhone 7 - one of the worst articles I read was - iPhone 7 - should you buy the iPhone 6S this Christmas or wait for the iPhone 7. Ummmm - Really - it is just December. That is not a question you ask yet - Talk to me end of June / July time frame - then maybe you hold off - but not now. If you need a new phone - get it now. Don’t wait until the end of September for the iPhone 7 - that is silly.
40:18
http://appleinsider.com/articles/15/12/02/tsmc-may-assume-
full-control-of-a10-chip-manufacturing-for-
apples-iphone-7-in-2016
Hi Rob,
I hope they kiss Sammy goodbye!
Dr. John M
Thanks Dr John for this next one - which is per the article from Apple insider titled - TSMC may assume full control of the A10 chip manufacturing for Apples iPhone 7 in 2016.
Estimates according to the article is currently Sammy is making 60 to 70% of the A9 chips - with TSMC making the rest.
The A8 chip were mostly made by TSMC.
The article does state that a tear down of the A9X processor - the current top of the line chip used in the iPad Pro - that TSMC may be the sole supplier of said chip.
TSMC has some new tech coming on line that would make the chips smaller and lighter. It is called InFO - standing for Integrated Fan out - and it allows chips to be stacked on top of each other and mounted directly to the circuit board instead of onto a substrate. Because Yes - being the first customer of a brand new technology where yo will need to ship 80 Million units in the first 3 months - Yeah nothing could possibly go wrong. Yup get rid of your second source and put all your eggs in that basket - then cross your fingers - rub your rosary or rub what ever you rub for luck - because you are going to need it.
Sorry just seems to me if TSMC is going to roll out their tech first for Apple - they would want to test run it for one of the Apple product lines - one they can take a hit on and not crash the stock - and see how it goes.
So call me a little skeptical on this report - Yes would be nice to see Sammy kicked to the curb - but then it is also nice to not have to wait 16 weeks from launch to get a new iPhone because of Chip shortages. Just Sayin.
42:17
http://9to5mac.com/2015/12/08/apple-watch-2-
march-4-inch-iphone-6c/
Did I mention it was spaghetti rumor time - so Hey lets throw one more against the wall - and this one comes from 9 to 5 mac and it is that Apple is planning a March Event for the Apple Watch 2 - and possible also the 4 inch iPhone 6C. because good rumors pull in other rumors.
This rumor of the Apple event comes from Sources with knowledge of the plans.
Said sources then said Apple would start shipping the Apple Watch 2 in April.
The 9 to 5 mac piece stated that apple has been working on a New Camera, improved Wireless, Sleep tracking and health sensor tech additions / upgrades for the Apple watch - but it is not clear which of these would make it to the Apple Watch 2. Hmmm - seems to be the spaghetti is not sticking as well on this rumor.
Anyway - we are now firmly moving squarely from the New News part of the Year to the Wild off the wall Rumor part of the year.
But as always - rumors I find going back to Digitimes - will not see the light of day on this show.
43:27
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Some news from the Kickstarter project Znaps
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We are sorry we have some bad news to announce. During the stress tests we discovered a key failure in ZNAPS. In addition, we found one more minor problem with our first batch of ZNAPS. We have spent the past few days to confirm our initial findings and have found solutions to ensure we can still ship ZNAPS to everyone. However, the delivery date will be delayed for 50 to 60 days. Please read the rest of the update for a full explanation.
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So in a nut shell - units failed reliability and stress testing. And they need to build a new batch - and it will now be sometime likely in March before we see them. Not shocking for a kickstarter project.
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49:47
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1578125715/mos-
pack-cable-organizing-backpack-with-extended-c
Hi Rob,
This is probably going to be useful for those road warriors or conference-going folk. Once I figure out how big it is, I might order one.
maybe on the podcast you could try and mention the dimensions or how big it looks on people wearing it in pictures?
Regards,
Chelsea
Hi Chelsea the MOS Pack is 18" x 12" x 5"
To put that in perspective My absolutely favorite backpack Laptop bag - the Drifter from STM - that I have is 18.5" x 12.2" x 7.5”
That might not sound like much of a difference - but that is 1,080 cubic inches for the MOS pack vs 1,693 for the STM bag - an increase of 57% for the STM bag vs the MOS Pack bag - that is quite a big difference when trying to get stuff into the bag.
http://www.stmbags.com/catalog/laptop-bags/drifter-medium-
laptop-backpack/
And STM already has something similar called the Drifter Energy 15” laptop backback. Which has some charging cords internal.
http://www.stmbags.com/catalog/laptop-bags/drifter-15-
powered-laptop-backpack/
Which is also 18.5" x 12.2" x 7.5”
I guess I should explain the MOS Pack a little or at least read their description quote Power your life wherever you are. The MOS Pack transforms the humble backpack into a portable charging station for all of your devices. The MOS PACK features a built-in charging station and internal cable management so you can charge everything without taking it all out of your backpack. unquote
Pricing wise the MOS Pack is currently $99 on Kickstarter with just a few left at that price then going to $120 for the next tier. vs the $120 you can find the Drifter series for online.
Per the MOS Pack - they had a goal of $15k and have raised over $50k - so they are funded - you have until Jan 4th 2016 at 12:32 PM CT to fund this.
Search for MOS Pack - M O S space PACK - at kickstarter dot com or in the show notes for ep 375
52:33
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kickshark/hydradock-11-
port-usb-c-dock-for-apple-macbook/posts/1431699
A while ago we talked about the HydraDock - which is was a Kickstarter project for a dock for the MacBook 2015 - the one with just the USB C port. At the time I had a question on if it would work with the 30 Inch Cinema display and they were not sure or did not think so - well they just confirmed it does actually work with the 30 inch cinema display - so any podcasters looking to have a fanless computer and still use a 30 inch cinema display - YES - you can get that to work. You can pre-order it now for $170 - with it shipping in January. I contacted them yesterday and they confirmed they had 50 units still available for pre-order.
Since this is for my wife’s MacBook - and it is shipping end of January - do you think I can wrap it up for a Valentines day present? Guess I would probably also have to get her Extra Strength Excedrin. Those type of gifts tend to bring on head aches around Valentines day or at least it seems to work that way in the past.
53:38
http://www.macrumors.com/2015/12/05/itunes-match-apple-music-limits/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds
A rumor from long ago is finally coming to be. That rumor was that Apple Match and Apple Music library matching limits which were at 25,000 would be raised and Eddy Cue at Apple has confirmed that yes indeed - The limits has been raised to 100,000 tracks - or at least Apple is rolling out that update to users. So if you are not there yet you will be shortly.
54:04
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From the Google+ community Brian Fitz asked the following - What is the thing you would like you Apple Watch to do that it currently does not do?
Responses were:
From Gerd W - quote I would like more apps for the Apple Watch. I am waiting for the WhatsApp app. unquote
From Francisco Tapia - quote I would like longer battery life and automatic sleep mode detection unquote
From Bill Jordan quote I would like it to alert me when I walk away from my iPhone unquote
From Nic Brown - quote Remote for Apple TV 4 unquote
From Me - I would like for the speaker to play music and podcasts. And I would like custom watch faces.
So Folks what are some things you want the Apple watch to do that it does not do - give us a call - 206 - 666 -6364 - 206 - moon -dog or email us today in iOS at gmail dot com.
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58:50
https://ios9tweaks.wordpress.com/2015/12/03/how-to-enable-
the-iphone-6s-keyboard-trackpad-mode-on-older-iphones/
For Jailbreakers out there - there is a tweak that allows you to set up Trackpad mode on your iPhone 6 or iPhone 5S keyboard.
Which currently is just for the iPhone 6S and 6S+. But now older iPhones - can get this option.
The tweak is called Motus .
First you need to add Creatix’s beta repo to Cydia. it is found at repo.ioscreatix.com
Once the repo is installed - download the tweak called MOTUS
once the tweak is installed - a swipe on the keyboard will enable trackpad mode.
The Tweak is free and there are no options - so once installed it starts working right away - link in the show notes for more info.
1:00:04
http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20151202006522/
en/Ford-Offers-Apple-Siri®-Eyes-Free-Millions-Vehicles
Ford is offering up a free upgrade to their Sync Software - this is for over 5 Million vehicles - and what this update will do is make Siri eyes-free available - which means Drivers can activate siri with a long press of the voice recognition button on the steering wheel. And then drivers can ask siri the things drivers ask siri. Such as making a phone call, looking up a phone number for a restaurant, finding out about the weather - because you know - it is hard to see out the car. Select and play music, dictate and send a text message, read a text message, and of course get directions from Apple Maps.
This is not just for new cars - this update is good for cars going back to 2011 that have the Ford Sync software.
The download is available via owner.ford.com
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Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast - First up I want to thank PHIL for sending in the music you hear in the background. PHIL wrote:
Hi Rob.
This song called DAWN OF THE NOODLE was all created with Garage Band on an iPhone and exported directly. No other software or hardware were used. This is not available for sale anywhere, just a hobby thing.
Regards,
Phil W
SONG Dawn of the Noodle
Thanks PHIL for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode. I also want to thank MATT for sending in the Artwork for today's show. MATT wrote the following:
Hi Rob,
I left a voice mail recently about our pleasant experience buying new iPhones at the Apple Store in Greensboro NC. The photo was shot with my old 5S because I didn't have a case for the new 6S and didn't want to risk dropping it in the parking lot. However, I did massage this photo on the new phone with editing tools from the following apps: Google Photos, the native IOS Photos app, and Instagram. I am so comfortable using the Instagram editing tools that I often touch up a photo within Instagram and then post it but immediately delete it. This leaves a copy saved on my phone. The text was added with the AfterText app.
Regards,
Mudslide Matt S. Winston-Salem NC.
Thanks MATT, for sending in this artwork and folks you can see MATT'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 374 - or at instagram.com/todayinios and also as a stand alone post in the VIP section and at Facebook.com/todayinios.
If you have some artwork and or music you have created on your iOS device that you would like to share with the audience please email it to me at today in iOS at gmail dot com and please make sure to include which app or apps you used to create said artwork and or music.
02:34
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
Charles - you mean that more Flexible MS that now is copying Apple on the Hardware and software being designed in house - Guess MS is not as flexible as you think - Just Sayin
03:09
For Promo codes - On Ep 373 we offered up chances to win promo codes for THE APP - SILK ASMR . If you are interested in this app or want more info go back and listen to the beginning of Ep 373
For promo codes we have codes from the folks behind the BRAVE & LITTLE ADVENTURE app.
Here is their description of their app.
quote
Brave & Little is a medieval adventure based on the fairytale about Little Red Riding Hood in the Point-n-Click genre with Stealth and Hidden Objects elements.
YOU WILL GET:
- a Wonderful sense of humor and a great adventure;
- Mysterious riddles and attentive enemies;
- Over 30 unique characters;
- 23 fully interactive, hand-painted and unique locations;
- Over 50 hidden artifacts, objects, goodies and gifts;
- More than 1,500 different types of animation that make the story incredibly alive;
- Fairytale about Little Red Riding Hood, which you have never heard before.
With courage at heart, Molly is ready for a fabulous, fun and mysterious adventure, and you.
unquote
Well thanks to the Devs for their review of their App - BRAVE & LITTLE 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 - please send an email to todayinios at gmail dot com and put BRAVE in the subject line.
https://itunes.apple.com/app/brave-little-adventure/id954147303
A QUICK REMINDER if you are an App developer or an iBook Author email me if you want your app or iBook featured in the promo give away segment FOR FREE We Just need the 5 promo codes or more to give away. simply email me at today in ios @ gmail.com and please include a 60 sec or less audio review of your app or iBook - indicating you are the dev or author. Also when you send in the promo codes - please make sure to let me know when they expire.
04:56
http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/columnist/baig/2015/
11/27/apple-products-demand-big-retailers-online/76463168/
Well the holiday shopping season has kicked off - and all indicators so far are that Apple products are once again in great demand. That is not surprising at all. Target issues a release in which it said iPads were top sellers in its store physically and online. And I was at a Target store at 6:00 PM - and the biggest line was for Apple Products.
But one of those products in great demand from Apple that seems to have surprised a few of the anal-ists is the Apple Watch. Seems with Target you could get a $100 gift card with an Apple watch purchase - and that essentially $100 discount was moving Apple Watches.
IBM’s Watson - the famed computer that beat Ken Jennings at Jeopardy - well Watson predicted that the Apple watch might become the hottest gift item during the holidays.
Actually Watson was making some predictions going into the Holiday weekend based on analysis of social media - and what it found was not just that the Apple Watch would be THE gift this year - but it was head and shoulders above all other “The” gifts.
It will be interesting come January to see what Apple has to say about Apple Watch sales if anything. I would wager - it will be nothing.
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/apple-could-surprise-with-
higher-iphone-and-watch-sales-155558289.html
06:26
http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20151127005410/
en/Adobe-Data-Shows-Top-Sellers-Black-Friday
Ok - so when people were not buying Apple products - they were using Apple products - especially iPhones and iPads to buy other products this holiday season.
According to Adobe - for Thanksgiving day and Blackfriday - Mobile shopping saw strong growth with 37% of all online sales. Tablets were 15% and Smartphone 22%. And iPhones and iPads drove the majority of those sales with 67% and 84% respectively.
That means Apple products were responsible for 74% of all mobile orders according to Adobe.
Another firm - Custora E-Commerce Pulse which tracks more than 500Million online shoppers said Apple devices accounts for 78.3% of mobile orders vs 21.5% for Android devices.
I think if you say Three quarters of all Mobile sales were on iOS devices - you will be safe.
Once again iOS users showing they spend more than android users over all - and much much more on a per user basis.
One thing the Adobe data did not indicate was how Apple Watch sales went. According to Adobe the top sellers for the weekend were - Samsung 4K TV’s, iPad Air2, MS Xbox One, iPad Mini and Sony PS4. Again Nothing about the Apple Watch. Hmmm - maybe people’s intent to buy the Apple watch per their comments on Social media - did not actually turn into actual sales.
http://venturebeat.com/2015/11/28/adobe-thanksgiving-
and-black-friday-online-sales-up-18-ios-numbers-
almost-triple-androids/
08:21
http://appadvice.com/appnn/2015/11/square-
launches-an-apple-pay-compatible-nfc-reader
Hi Rob,
Square launches an Apple Pay-compatible NFC reader.
I pre ordered this long ago I hope I get it!
Regards,
Michael
Thanks Michael for the heads up on this - and as Michael said Square has launched an Apple Pay Compatible NFC reader. The unit costs Merchants $49 - and you can reserve one online at squares website now.
It is portable as it has a built in battery. And it has a magstripe reader for swiping cards from those that do not have Apple pay - also known as the have nots.
If anyone gets one and wants to let us know how it works - I would appreciate that feedback.
09:08
http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/apple-pay-hit-mainland-
china-by-february-1530369
And speaking of Apple Pay - It looks like Apple Pay maybe hitting mainland China around February.
Rumors has it that apple has 4 of the biggest banks on board. And one dev that has seen the beta say that the logo for China’s UnionPay can be found.
It does look like Apple is finally starting to get some traction in rolling out Apple pay to more countries. But as Apple is taking a cut of each transaction - that means lots and lots of negotiating in each country and with each bank. Don’t expect Apple Pay to be in most countries any time soon. Hopefully more info officially on this shortly.
09:50
Into The Mail bag.
Hi Rob,
I wanted to send a thank you to you for recommending Harry's. I have been using another mail order shaving service and I was happy with their products and for the longest time didn't have any intentions of switching. But listening to your honest impressions of your own experience with Harry's sold me on Harry's. it only took 5 business days to get to Newfoundland (considered pretty remote by your standards).
So I opened up the packaging. If you love iOS packaging, you won't be disappointed with Harry's.
So as a test of a blade, I like to run it down my cheek while it was still dry and to my surprise, it was nearly as smooth as my present blade was while using shaving gel. So I knew I was in for a treat when I had my face properly lathered up and I was not disappointed.
Harry's suggest that each blade should be good for 7 shaves. Well after 8 shaves it still was just as sharp I found out that my wife shaved her legs with it at least 6 times yet it still was in pristine condition.
With Harry's, I require many less stoked to get the job done resulting in less irritation.
In closing, i would like to thank you for your candid opinion on Harry's and directing me on a great purchase.
Now, off I go to cancel my other blade subscription before I end up with more blades from the other guys.
Have a great day!
Regards,
Shane Cashin
St. John's, Newfoundland
Shane - thanks for that feedback and glad to hear you are a harrys user now as well.
And folks with the Holiday’s upon us - Harry’s makes a great gift. It is much much more considerate than a gift card. Harry’s sent me the Winter Winston Gift set with Travel Kit - it has a great Travel bag, A beautiful cooper Razor handle, 3 blades and foaming Shave Gel - This is a really nice set and you can also add in custom engraving. I really like the look and feel of the cooper Razor and the travel bag is great quality - which I will get to use this week when I travel to DC.
Harry’s will make a great gift for any man in your life. And I can talk about that first hand as the recipient but not just from Harry’s - My birthday was last week and for my Birthday my boys gave me a harry’s gift kit as well - It was the blades, Shave Gel & After Shave kit. Like I said before I love Harry’s and my family knows it. Thanks H & P.
Harry’s has other kits as well - with the Truman Set starting at $15 - which makes a nice gift for the company office pool or for a stocking stuffer.
And the best part they all use the great harry’s blades that come from their factory in Germany - after all a great looking razor means nothing if it does not give a great shave - and Harry’s definitely gives a great shave.
Go to Harrys DOT com right now. And As a special offer to you, Harry’s will give $5 off your first order with promo code tii . Don’t wait! Free shipping for the Holidays ends on December 10th, so ACT NOW. That’s H-A-R-R-Y-S DOT com. Enter code tii. And make sure to get that order in before December 10th.
Make every morning he shaves feel like a Holiday.
13:02
VOICEMAIL - Brent_OKC_AppleTV_TVStorage
Thanks Brent for the heads up on the Apple TV App - TV Storage Info - three words well one abbreviation and 2 other words. It is a simple free app that tells you what Apple should have had in their Settings App. For my Apple TV I have a total storage of 57.15 GB - with 7.52 GB of that used and 49.63 GB available according to the App.
Rob,
I've noticed a couple things regarding photo taking. When on a phone call and attempting to take photo, my photo screen is black and I'm unable to take the photo. When listening to a podcast and attempting to take a photo, the podcast goes silent. Are these instances normal? Is there a setting I need to change? Using native Podcast app and 6s Plus. Latest software.
Regards,
- Judy
Hi Judy,
YES - both are normal and how they are designed to work with the 6S and 6S+
The reason is per Live Photos - as live Photos are really video and audio recording. And when any audio recording application is active - it will kill any audio playing app. But with the Phone app - Apple does not want to kill the call you are on - so it just kills the photo app instead.
Hi Rob,
A friend of mine who has iPhones 5S and 6+ as well as the iPad Air 2 all running iOS 9.1 keeps receiving annoying pop ups when browsing with Safari (they seemed to start appearing after upgrading to iOS 9.0).
They can take various forms, for example informing him that his device is infected with a virus or that I have won some prize.
Quite obviously they are scams. In any case, they are seemingly impossible to dismiss. Sometimes they have a white dialogue box as tall as the message itself with "OK" and sometimes additionally "More" buttons. What would happen if he clicked one of the buttons - would malware be installed? - and what is the best and safest way to get rid of the pop up and continue to use Safari? It seems you have to click on something.
A possible solution he's found is to double tap the home button and force close Safari, turn off mobile data or wifi as appropriate, go into Settings > Safari then clear history and dats, then launch Safari and close the offending page. But though it temporarily solves the problem it soon comes back. He had also done the normal reset network settings and even clean installs to no avail.
It appears to be a widespread problem. However I have an iPhone 5S running iOS 8.2 and don't experience the problem at all.
Good show as always,
Warmest regards,
Alf, Sheffield UK.
Hi Alf - first make sure in their settings app for Safari - that Block Pop-ups - is turned on. I never have this issue and I have it turned on.
Also look at getting a content blocker - like 1Blocker and have it set up to block ads. That should solve the issue.
If they are still having issues - they can purchase the in-app upgrade for 1Blocker - and then turn on additional items or you may try another content blocker.
Also I would recommend force closing out every open window for Safari. In the Safari app on your iPhone in the lower right click on the two boxes - and then tap the x for all open windows / tabs until they are all closed out.
If you still are having issues after all that email me the URL of the site you are having an issue with.
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18:54
https://plus.google.com/communities/
105412562215997292912?cfem=1
We are now over 2,500 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 that went up since the last episode came from Stephen Williams who posted the following
Quote
the right earbud of my apple headphones has stopped working. Any troubleshooting steps you guys can suggest or is it off to the genius bar to get a replacement?
Unquote
I replied - asking if he plugged in a different set of headphones to see if the issue was his phone or the headphones. If you do plug in a second pair and are having an issue - then get yourself some compressed air and try blowing out any debris that may be in the headphone jack.
As others said - if it is confirmed to just be those headphones with issues and they are under a year old - take them back to Apple - they will replace them for you.
But again if the headphones are ok - then a trip to Radio shack or Target or Office max for some compressed air is in your future.
Since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts and comments in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android fan bois free zone and spammer free zone. Yup it is the most civil Google+ community covering iOS.
Folks Go to today in iOS dot com slash community to join in.
And thanks to all 2500+ of you already in the community and contributing.
Also from the Google Plus community was this post from Maria Reyes:
Quote What are everybody’s first impressions with the ipad Pro?
Kareem H said quote Absolutely love it. Just like the iPhone 6S+, once you use it for a while, you will not be able to go back. unquote
Stan Bently said quote Still playing with it. See immense potential beyond the current iPad/tablet experience. Find myself using it more in portrait mode than I did with iPad. unquote
Kareem replied to Stan saying - quote Indeed. I find that the reading experience is much better in portrait mode due to the amount of info displayed. unquote
I should add - I find I use it almost exclusively in Landscape mode now that I have the keyboard for it. Really can’t remember when I used it in Portrait mode.
Per Petersen replied quote Love my iPad Pro, I use it for You tube , Netflix , work, Reading. unquote
21:47
https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Apple+Pencil+Teardown/52955
The folks at iFixit got ahold of an Apple pencil and that is bad news for that Apple Pencil.
The long of the short - nothing exciting or shocking.
They gave it a 1 out of 10 for repairability - as it is not meant to be repaired - and when the internal lithium ion battery finally dies some day your only choices will be a display case for dead tech or the trash bin.
Not surprisingly there is a lot of tech packed in the small package.
22:19
https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Smart+
Keyboard+Teardown/53052
In Addition to the Apple Pencil - iFixit also got their hands on an Apple Smart Keyboard.
Unlike the Apple Pencil - the smart keyboard did not even get a 1 out of 10 - getting a 0 out of 10 for repairability.
They also commented on the confusing folding required for the cover.
The conclude - quote
While durable, the keyboard is impossible to open without damaging, meaning no internal components can be replaced without destroying the device.
unquote
So in my conclusion - don’t try to open up the smart keyboard and you should be fine.
22:59
http://www.macrumors.com/2015/11/28/apple-
tv-amazon-prime-video-tvos-app/
Long time listeners know I am a big time fan of Philip K Dick - love his books and short stories and right now there are two TV series based on his stories going on. Minority Report and The Man in the High Castle. Minority report airs on Fox and is available via your Apple TV in the iTunes store. But The Man in the High Castle - the better of the two shows - is only available via Amazon Prime Video - which means so far - not available on your new Apple TV 4th gen. HOWEVER - rumor has it that may be changing.
Apple has said all along that the Apple TV App store is open to all - and while there are Amazon Prime Video Apps for the iPhone and iPad - which on my iPad Pro is where I watched the Man in the high Castle. How good was it - well at the end of the 10th episode - my wife goes hey wait - did you just get me to watch a sci-fi show? She just thought it was a fictional drama. Any way I digress.
It seems Amazon has indicated that they are indeed working on an App for Apple TV and it might be live before the end of December.
Well hopefully they already submitted it - as this time of year - it takes a little longer to get things approved.
But folks once this is available - definitely check out the Man in the High Castle and then Vikings.
And with a little luck Apple and Amazon will give us an early Christmas present in the way of an Amazon Prime Video App.
24:29
http://www.uswitch.com/mobiles/guides/uswitch-exclusive-
leaked-photos-emerge-of-apple-app-for-improving-iphone/
One rumor making the rounds this past week is about a possible new Apple App to help people get their iDevices fixed faster and with less need to go to a Genius bar.
It looks to be where the App will ask you some basic questions about your issues - and then give you some suggestions on fixing the issue.
It would also have the ability to allow you to Chat with an advisor - so you know it is late Friday night - you are single and alone - had a few drinks - a why not try chatting with an advisor on your iDevices problems. Not that that would ever happen.
It looks like it can even help the users book a service appointment or even send in their device for service.
At this point it is just leaked screen shots - and it is not known if this will be a stand alone app or integrated into the Apple Store App.
25:21
http://venturebeat.com/2015/11/29/why-an-iphone-7-
without-a-headphone-jack-should-not-surprise-you/
One rumor that seems to have blown up this past week is about Apple ditching the headphone jack in the iPhone 7. This seems this time to go back to Mac Otakara for the origins. THIS TIME. Because well this is not the first time for this rumor. If you go back to Ep 311
http://www.npr.org/2014/06/09/320368529/apple-
jacks-the-headphone-port
From ep 311 around the 34 Minute 30 second mark. You would hear the following:
Thanks to Dr. John for this next one - which definitely is still in the rumor section - and that is Per NPR that Apple is looking at dishing the standard 3.5 MM headphone connector - and instead have headphones plug directly into their lightening port. So new iPhones at some point in the future - possibly even with the iPhone 6 - would just have the lightening port at the bottom - and no headphone port. Which well none of the quote leaked unquote iPhone 6 photos indicate - they all show the headphone port right where you would expect it to be.
So all this talk about removing the headphone Jacks well that is kind of crazy speak - to do something like that Apple would need to have considerable cooperation from the largest manufacturer of headphones. Oh Wait - Maybe Apple will go out and buy an headphone manufacturer. No - that would be crazy speak.
Well that is one way to get people to invest in a new set of $300 headphones - change the connector and say there is some incredibly better acoustic response that only headphones that plug into the lightening connector can experience. I mean after all if you are spending $300 on headphones - don't you really want the absolute best audio.
UNQUOTE
Interesting from an article on MacRumors about this latest rumor quote Apple introduced new MFi Program specifications in June 2014 that allow third-party manufacturers to create headphones that connect to iOS devices via a Lightning cable, but the rollout has been slow. Philips has unveiled Lightning-equipped Fidelio M2L and Fidelio NC1L headphones over the past 14 months. unquote
The rumors this time are also saying said iPhone that is sans a headphone jack - would have it where the lighting port supports digital to audio conversion. So all you would need is a lightening to 3.5 MM adapter.
One of the reasons sited for the need for this change is so Apple can make the iphone thinner - going from 7.1 MM to 6.1 MM thick. Except you know the iPod touch 6th gen is you know 6.1 mm thick and it has the 3.5 MM head phone jack. And the argument that it NEEDS to be removed because of a thinner iPhone gets even shakier when you look at the iPod Nano - it has a 3.5 mm Headphone jack and it is 5.4 mm thick.
I am not saying Apple is not going to get rid of the headphone jack at some point - I am just saying one of the biggest reasons I have seen on why for the iPhone 7 - is that they NEED to because the iPhone 7 will be getting thinner and the jack will not fit - and well that argument just does not hold water. As apple already has product much thinner than the current iPhone 6S that still have the headphone jack.
And add in the basic lack of interest in the industry to release headphone for lightening ports - even from Apples’s own Beats line - and this rumor looks to be just that a rumor - and not even an original one at that.
29:24
At this point mom or dad if you are listening to the show please turn it off. I am about to talk about a Christmas gift we purchased for you. Folks If you are like me figuring out a Christmas gift for those in your life that buy everything they want makes getting a gift difficult to say the least.
I have talked about Boll and Branch before - and this year - they are my solution for getting my Parents a Christmas gift. In the past we have struggled on what to get them. There have been Old fashion Pop Corn Machines, A slot machine and Gift Cards to southwest. But this year we picked them out some really nice sheets which I then used the T i i promo code to save $50.
Boll and Branch make the perfect gift for someone very special in your life - it can even be for your wife or significant other.
They come in a great box with very nice pouches - The presentation is incredible and the sheets are even better.
They also have Towels, Blankets, Hats and Scarves all made with 100% organic cotton.
And You can only get these products at one place, Boll and Branch Dot Com, where you know you’re paying for quality product, and not department store overhead.
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And they’ll let you try them risk free for 30 nights.
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32:10
VOICEMAIL - Edgar_TX_AppleTV_Rant_in_app_purchases
Edgar - thanks for the voicemail and yes I agree that the remote app should have been updated prior to the release of the AppleTV. That said you brought up the important point of making sure your password is not always available - especially if you have kids.
To check your settings folks - in the AppleTV 4th gen go to Settings - then Accounts - then iTunes and App Store - then Password Settings
I then recommend the following settings on that page.
For Purchases and In-App Purchases - set Require Password go after 15 minutes
For Free Downloads - set it to No for require Password.
Then at least each time you go to download a free app you will not have to re-enter your password.
Hey Rob
I've been on the fence about the iPad pro. I've finally come to a decision on getting one. I rarely use my MacBook pro 2015 and looking to replace it with the iPad pro. I have a question about the keyboard with messages. Is there a shortcut to send a message via messages? I would hate to have to keep reaching for the send button on screen in order to send. The last keyboard that I had for the air 2 didn't allow any shortcut. Love the show and everything that you do.
Go J-E-T-S
Regards,
AJ
Hi AJ - All you have to do to send a message in the message app is hit the return key and it sends the message.
For emails you need to hit command shift D to send an email - that per the Apple Smart Keyboard.
Hi Rob,
I am typing this on my Logitech case with my Ipad Pro. The keyboard case has beautiful backlit keys, and has the volume keys, and the screen keyboard is not present when it is connected and you are typing. It is a sturdy stand and I like the viewing angle better than the Apple keyboard case. What I do not like is that I have to pop out the Ipad Pro if I want to take a screen shot. The case is too thick for the volume and off switch to work through the case. The case is a bit heavier than I would like, but I like that the keyboard connects without needing to pair by bluetooth.
There really aren't a lot of options at this point.
Since I heard about the Ipad Pro, I was hoping that I wouldn't feel like I had to have one, they are pricey. I did just get a second part time job, that I took because my friend works there also. So on the 14th I popped in an Apple store thinking I would just play with them and hopefully not want one, but as fate would have it, there was one last one available in store, so of course here I am. Christmas came early for me.
I love the speakers, the size of the screen and I am waiting for my pencil to come. I did cover about 1/4 of the cost by selling my Ipad Air 1 on Ebay, so thanks to Apple that there is still a demand for older models.
Thanks for all your hard work - Regards,
Karen
Seattle
Hi Rob,
I heard you mention on the latest show you were disappointed you couldn't control the volume on your new iPad, I have Clamcase on my iPad Air 2 & it allows you to control volume! It is a great keyboard except for the charging port wouldn't accept on size cords?
Regards,
Roy
VOICEMAIL - Todd_AU_AppleTV_storage_Edit
VOICEMAIL - BRIAN_CA_FDBK_APPLETV
42:34
http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/1235035/fblk
Hello Rob,
I'm interested in working with you on a new story idea that I think you and your fans would love. Yk Smartphone Jeans have the perfect position for your phone so it is super practical and discreet. You will look great wearing the best quality jeans on the market. Most pants have the pocket opening on top and when you are sitting down it blocks the phone making it difficult to remove. Yk Smartphone Jeans allow you to enter your phone by the side of the pocket, this innovation completely changes the game and sets these incredible jeans far above the rest. You’ve invested a lot of money in your phone. Get the jeans that will keep it safe and handy.
Regards,
Jessica
This Project is called YK Smart Phone Jeans - and it has a goal of $45,000 and so far has raised $49 - as in $49 dollars - not 49,000. So yes 1 dollar less than 50.
Essentially they look like jeans with a sorry to say this ugly extra pocket which has a zipper sown on.
I agree with them that it is difficult to get your phone out of your pocket when sitting - I just think there has a to be a prettier and better looking way of addressing this.
That said Beauty is in the eye of the beholder - and you have 45 days or so left to look this one over and decide if you want to fund it. But really if a person launching it can’t even get friends or family to fund it - Yikes - those looking to launch a Kickstarter or indie gogo project can look at this one for examples of what not to do.
Search for YK smart Phone jeans at indiegogo.com or in the show notes for ep 374.
43:57
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/vivienmuller/ulo
Thanks to Faisal K in the Google+ community for the heads up on this next one - which is the Kickstarter project called - Ulo - spelled U L O - quote Ulo is a cute surveillance camera, a pet owl interacting with you through eye expressions. unquote.
This one you only have until Friday December 4th at 8:48 AM Central time to fund. And it has blown away its funding goal of $223,000 - with over 1.3 Million already pledged.
Seems a lot of people want cute cuddly big brother surveillance in their house. Pricing on this is $149 Euros or about $167 US dollars. Estimated delivery - is November - as in November 2016.
If this sound like Furby meets big Brother - Bingo.
Just search for U L O - at kickstarter dot com or look for the link in the show notes for ep 374
44:55
http://david-smith.org/blog/2015/09/21/how-to-
wear-your-apple-watch-24-slash-7
For those with the Apple Watch looking for an App to monitor you while you sleep - there is an App called Sleep++ with both pluses being the symbol not the word.
The App is free - and it is recommended at night you place the apple watch into airplane mode to preserve battery life.
The Dev of the App also had a nice article where he recommends on how and when to charge your Apple Watch to allow you to use during the day but also at night when you sleep. Essentially - charge it in the morning when you get up and are taking a shower and getting ready for the day. Then again at night right before you go to sleep. And once you are ready for sleep - place the watch in Airplane mode - and then tell it you are going to sleep - and in the morning - tell it when you woke up. And it will tell you how much of the night was restless sleep.
I am going to start using this to see how I do - and how restless my sleep is.
46:33
http://www.theverge.com/tldr/2015/10/2/9443491/doom-
apple-watch-new-apple-tv-port
Thanks to Dr. John for this next one. Which is also about an apple Watch App - Well actually it is a game - and a game that has been put most everywhere and now it is on the Apple Watch and that is the game Doom. Why - because they can. I think that is enough said on this one.
46:54
VOICEMAIL - Aaron VT_ApplePay_pre_paid
VOICEMAIL - Aaron_VT_review_apple_pay
Rob,
I have a huge gripe about the new Apple TV. If you go to recent purchases and select a program that you have purchased multiple seasons of, you have to scroll to the right through ALL of the past episodes to get to the most recent show. You have to do this EVERY TIME. Why in the world wouldn't it show just the most recent season? PLEASE Apple, finish the dang interface before shipping the device! This is currently a step back from the last generation. If anyone has any suggestion to work around this please let me know.
Also - Apple please flip the axis on scrolling so when I swipe right the items scroll to the right, not the cursor. This is opposite behavior of the Mac touchpad response and is not intuitive. It's down right frustrating.
Loyal Apple fan (but annoyed)
Regards,
Ron
Foster city CA
Hi Rob,
Thanks for putting my query about the Apple TV out for your listeners.
Also, like so many others I was contemplating the purchase of an iPad Pro. I decided against it for a few reasons and one of them is one I've not seen anyone else mention. Apple does not sell a proper case for it. I know it sells a keyboard case
but I do not want that. It also sells a cover but I do not want that either.
I want a case similar to the Smartcase Apple currently sells for the Air2.
Surely this is not beyond the realm of possibility? I cannot be the only
person who wants a full case and doesn't want the keyboard with all of the extra mass, and cost, that brings.
On an unrelated note; you mentioned a couple of episodes back about how difficult it is to keep your Apple TV remote properly oriented. Cmon Rob, surely your tactile sense isn't so bad that you cannot simply touch the remote and feel the difference between the two sides where the buttons are? As a blind person I know I do this a lot more than you do but you are not without abilities. Don't even get me started on your complaint about the lack of a backlight. I mean, it has all of five buttons?
Not to pick on you too much but in my house the remotes are kept on a
table facing the TV etc and away from the couch. This way they are already properly oriented. Of course I don't have any small children who might be a bit less careful.
Thanks again for your help and for all of your hard work.
Regards,
Kevin Barry
VOICEMAIL - Bob_CA_experience_applePAy
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http://www.engadget.com/2015/09/16/att-
unlimited-data-increase/
For those still with an AT&T unlimited data plan - They announced recently that they will not throttle your data speeds until you consume 22 GB of data in one billing cycle AND you also happen to be on a congested part of their network.
In the past it was they just throttled you when you hit 5GB - but then the government stepped in and said to AT&T - you know that word unlimited - I don’t think it means what you think it means. And then threatened them with a big fine - so AT&T is making these changes not out of the goodness of their heart - but because the Government basically smacked them across the knuckles with a ruler.
FYI - If you reach 75% of the the 22GB in a billing period you will get a warning.
Again it is now a 22GB AND congested network criteria to be throttled.
53:16
VOICEMAIL - Jeff_CT_rant_concern_product_launches_not_upto_snuff
Hi Rob,
With the new Apple TV I'm wondering if you already own an app or game on iPhone do you need to purchase it again?
Name redacted - but really this same question came in from multiple people.
I know I mentioned this on the last episode - but I will repeat this again. Apple allows app developers the choice - they can make the app Universal - where users pay once and get it on all iOS devices and AppleTV without repaying for it. Or app devs can fork the app and make an Apple TV only version you need to pay for. There are even some where you pay one price for the iPhone, another price for the iPad and another price for Apple TV. But once again it is not up to Apple - it is up to the devs - and you just need to check out each app and see if they are universal or stand alone.
Hey Rob,
great show lots of information, maybe you can spread the word on this or, let me know what this might have been. This maybe a similar version of the crypto locker. I was using my iPhone 6+ looking at a website using google Crome, only because I did not want to lose the page I had on safari, I don't remember exactly the website but, I was looking for some Christmas gifts, probably electronics, when all of a sudden I got this pop up that filled my whole screen, I'm not sure if it was a pop up, or I just got redirected to a different website, but it was a full-screen basically telling me I was doing some Thing illegal, and I needed to give them $350, via money pack, because all my data on my iPhone was already encrypted. At first I laughed, but pushing the home button, and the on off switch nothing would work, got a little concerned but not that much I have good faith in my good trusty iPhone. So I did a hard reboot, pressing the on off switch and home key simultaneously, after the reboot the phone was fine, and that was using Google Chrome as previously stated, I haven't use Google Chrome sense and never had this problem with Safari.
I listen to mostly all your shows, I DK if that has been brought up before in one of your shows, so maybe you can spread the word about that, because I know if it happens on a desktop or laptop and this you have a good back up, it's a very bad virus. So as far as the iPhone is concerned just a reboot is needed, also I'd like to know if anybody else has had this happen to them. Thanks again Rob
Great show, I get more out of your podcast then any other media I listen to.
Regards
Chris in Carson CA.
P.S. I would've done a screenshot, of the message I got but I wasn't able to use that function, I was only able to do the, hard reboot.
Hi Rob,
I am hopping mad at Apple!! The Podcast app is being reported as using a whopping 5.3 Gb even though I deleted all podcasts, including yours. I quit all programs, then restarted my iPod touch 5, and checked the memory usage and it is still sucking up my memory. I can't delete it and reload it from the App Store as it is an Apple app. Do you see similar hogging in your devices? This is more usage than I have between music and photos! I have been having problems updating apple numbers and pages and getting low memory warnings and slowness because of this amateur designed app! It is time to raise the roof at Apple over this garbage app!
Thanks for letting me vent here, if you have any solutions, or can plea to the listener base to bring this up with Apple, especially those who are in Warranty or have Apple Care and have the same problem, I would appreciate it!
Thanks for your help!
Regards,
Ron Leckfor, Hubbard, Ohio
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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.
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TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 373
Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast - First up I want to thank PHIL for sending in the music you hear in the background. PHIL wrote:
Hi Rob.
This song called Deuling Pianos was all created with Garage Band on an iPhone and exported directly. No other software or hardware were used. This is not available for sale anywhere, just a hobby thing.
Regards,
Phil W
SONG Deuling Pianos
Thanks PHIL for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode. I also want to thank ROBERT for sending in the Artwork for today's show. ROBERT wrote the following:
Hi Rob,
This is a picture of the custom WWE World Heavyweight Championship that was given to the Royals after winning the World Series. I removed the WWE logo and added TII using the app Photo Editor- by Axiem Systems.
Regards,
Robert
Thanks ROBERT, for sending in this artwork and folks you can see ROBERT'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 373 - or at instagram.com/todayinios and also as a stand alone post in the VIP section and at Facebook.com/todayinios.
If you have some artwork and or music you have created on your iOS device that you would like to share with the audience please email it to me at today in iOS at gmail dot com and please make sure to include which app or apps you used to create said artwork and or music.
02:16
In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote If Microsoft could ship today, Surface would send ripples across the tablet marketplace. It’s too bad the first devices won’t arrive for months. But come autumn, for all Apple’s early sales success, Microsoft will pull from a much larger and deeper ecosystem — and across the Surface, iPad is but a stone’s throw away.” unquote
Joe Wilcox, Beta News, 19 June 2012
Well as we all have learned - Beta means not quite ready for prime time - so Beta News is a good place for Joe to be reporting - Just Sayin
02:54
For promo codes we have codes from the folks behind the Silk ASMR app which has been featured before. They say there are some new features.
Here is their review / comments of their app.
“Hello Rob, we have made some big updates to our free-to-download app, Silk ASMR. which is a relaxation app. We now have In-App News alerts about free, discounted, and new relaxation tracks every week. Your podcast listeners can use the promo codes to check out our newest tracks which include hypnotic rain, babbling brooks, soothing birds, and the calming sounds of cats purring.”
Well thanks to the Devs for their review of their App - SILK ASMR and for sending in the promo codes to give away. Folks if you would like a chance for a promo code for this App - please send an email to todayinios at gmail dot com and put SILK in the subject line.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/silk-asmr/id938717308?mt=8
A QUICK REMINDER if you are an App developer or an iBook Author email me if you want your app or iBook featured in the promo give away segment FOR FREE We Just need the 5 promo codes or more to give away. simply email me at today in ios @ gmail.com and please include a 60 sec or less audio review of your app or iBook - indicating you are the dev or author. Also when you send in the promo codes - please make sure to let me know when they expire.
04:14
http://www.meetup.com/podcasting-15/events/226827564/
If you are in the Kansas city area on Saturday December 12th from 4 to 6 PM we will have a special KC Podcaster meetup at Google Fiber Space Lounge - yes I said google. I will have a 1 hour what is and how to podcast 101 session - we will also go over the new Google Play Music destination - so there will be some 201 and 301 info thrown in. If you are a podcaster this is a great chance to meet other KC area podcasters - if you are a podcast listener same thing and if you are interested in becoming a Podcaster this is the session you have been looking for.
Link in the show notes for the meet up - space is limited - so sign up ASAP before I start really promoting this.
05:03
http://www.idownloadblog.com/2015/11/18/ios-9-2-beta-4/
iOS 9.2 beta 4 was released this week - just 8 days after beta 3. Seems Apple has on this round stuck to the almost weekly release schedule - that will likely be the end of that with this beta release.
What is new - Well Arabic content via siri is new - You are able to talk to siri in Arabic. Search for local places and businesses and more.
Out side of that it seems it was as expected mostly about squashing bugs man.
Obviously we are getting closer to a full release of iOS 9.2
But not something that will happen until December - as next week is typically not the week your push out new software - being most of apple is on shut down for the Thanksgiving holiday.
I would not be surprised to see iOS 9.2 GM released around December 1st or 2nd. Most reports on Beta 4 seem to be around it being stable Or relatively there of.
TV OS 9.1 Beta 3 was also released
06:32
I received my iPad Pro last week and when I first opened it up my initial reaction was - WOW that is big. I mean I knew it was going to be big - but I did not really understand how big until I opened that box and held it for the first time.
My boys both comments on how big it was. My wife called it a lunch tray.
To put the size in perspective - the screen is larger than the screen on my Wifes 2015 MacBook - and just slightly smaller than the screen on my 2015 MacBook Pro.
It is too big to fit into any of the iPad pouches in my laptop bags. So I have to put it in the main area meant for the laptops.
But you know what - Big is not a bad thing - depending on what you are going to do with it. Editing a podcast - Bigger is better. It is really easy to edit audio on the iPad Pro using twisted wave. And the iPad Pro is also smoking fast. Besides having 4GB of RAM - it is being clocked at 2.3 GHz. This results in a very powerful mobile computing device.
One good test on pure computing power is the encoding of a recording in bossjock app to MP3 format. If you take a 10 minute recording and encode to mp3 - 64 kbps - mono with the bossjock app - with the iPhone 4S - it will take you 369 seconds for that 600 second recording. For the iPhone 6+ it takes just 93 seconds and with the iPad Pro it takes only 62 seconds.
When I started podcasting 10 years ago - to encode a 10 minute long audio podcast i.e. 600 seconds on my Titanium Powerbook took over 1,200 seconds. Just to put the iPad Pro’s power into perspective.
Going multitask mode is where the iPad Pro is really nice - you can surf the web and have email open side by side and have plenty of room to be productive in both. But here is the wannt wannnnt waaahh moment - you can’t go multitask mode with all apps - just those that support it. So Sadly - Bossjock can not go side by side / multitask mode with other apps. But luckily Safari and evernote do - so I can work on my show notes much easier on the iPad Pro. I should point out that actually no audio recording apps I tested would allow multitask mode - so not just bossjock - but also garageband - Apples own recording app would not go multitask mode.
One place that big is also really nice is watching videos - I have been using it to watch Netflix - both when I work out and in bed at night. With the four speakers - the audio quality is leaps and bounds better then other iOS devices. But you do need to have something to rest it on.
Holding it for a couple of episodes of a TV show can get old quick. luckily I have a rest made for the original iPad that works really well. I will mention something similar in the Kickstarter Campaign segment later in the show - it is called Meet Booy with boy spelled b o o y of course.
Where big is never good is with big and naked - I am still having flashbacks to Kappa sorority and sophomore year UD. Wooo Sorry - flashbacked again. Anyway I was right I really do feel more angst carrying it around naked then if it had a case and I was naked. Good news is the Smart Keyboard arrived Friday morning.
I should mention between episodes 372 and 373 in the Tii App only - is the unboxing videos for both the iPad Pro and the Apple Pencil and the Smart Keyboard - three different videos. Those are up - so please check them out in the free Tii App
So obviously the Apple Pencil did get here earlier this week - kind of hard to do an unboxing video if you don’t have the box - My Oldest son had fun playing with the Apple Pencil and creating some pictures in the Notes app.
Pairing it is pretty easy - plug it in to the lightening port and turn on bluetooth and it asks to pair. You have to plug it in any way to charge it. And a quick tip - when charging it you have to take the cap off the lighting connector on the Apple pencil - just place the cap on one of the magnets on the front of the iPad Pro to keep the cap from rolling away.
In the package for the Apple pencil it comes with a replacement tip and also comes with a connector where you can plug in the Apple pencil on one side and your standard lightening cable to the other side to charge it as well. So that was a nice surprise to get that and the replacement tip.
I did try to see if I could get it to work with any older iOS devices - nope - could not - not that thought it would but hey needed to try.
Per the use of it - I have used many styluses over the years - people still send them to me unsolicited. Not surprisingly none of them compare neither in terms of accuracy or latency - because the Apple pencil is dead on accurate and there is no latency or virtually no latency - there were a couple of times I was writing so fast it was just ever so slightly behind - but only a couple of times. One thing it showed me is that wow my handwriting is really really bad and I desperately need the smart keyboard cover. Good thing I got the apple pencil for everything other than taking notes. The Apple pencil does detect tilt - so if you select the magic marker option and depending on the tilt will depend on the thickness of the line - it works really well. So far so good with the Apple pencil - More on it on future episodes - as I have not tested any 3rd party apps yet.
As I mentioned the Smart Keyboard did arrive. I just received it this morning and here are my initial thoughts on this.
The keyboard is a good size it is actually the same size keyboard as is on my macbook pro. It takes a few tries to get used to how it is supposed to be folded but once you get it right it snaps in place with some pretty strong magnets
It does not appear that you can hide the onscren keyboard and keep typing which is annoying. but luckily there is still plenty of real estate above the on screen keyboard to easily see what you are doing. Some bluetooth keyboards the on screen keyboard would go away on my other iPads. Not sure if this is a bug or a feature. Hopefully it is a short term bug.
one of the features that I like is that command A selects ALL - command C copies and command V pastes just as you would want them to.
One thing I have not found is a way to adjust the volume of the iPad pro from the keyboard to which I say - REALLY APPLE REALLY?
How could they not have controls for volume. Maybe I am missing it - I really hope I am missing it - note I only received the keyboard earlier today - so this is not a full review. I like that you don’t have to charge the keyboard and it is light and thin - but typing on it was awkward and the way I hold my hands I kept touching the touch screen closing the keyboard. At this point I can’t say it was money well spent - again that is just per the smart keyboard and I have not really used it enough to get used to it - yet.
So my initial summarized review of the iPad Pro - it is big - in a good way. It is fast in a great way. For me as a podcaster - I think it is a great device for creating content - and I plan for it to be my main production machine for my KC Startup 411 Podcast. But not for today in iOS. But I will be using it to work on show notes more often via evernote - so it will contribute hopefully to a better work flow in the pre-production phase. The iPad Pro is I think is best described as an el camino - part car - part truck. Not really either - but in some ways better then both and in other ways not. It is not as powerful as my Mac Book Pro - and it is not as portable as my iPhone 6+. But make no mistake the iPad Pro combined with the Apple Pencil is a creation device first and a consumption device second. Which is opposite of the iPad Mini and the iPad Air. I have only just scratched the surface with it - no pun intended - but I am very much loving what I have been able to do with it - with one down side - going back to the iPhone 6+ now sometimes feels smallish.
So iPad Pro - Get it.
Apple Pencil - Get it.
Apple Smart Keyboard - jury is still out on this and still surprised by the lack of some features - given the price. Hopefully I am missing something obvious - more on this in future episodes.
Here is Some listener feedback on the Pro:
VOICEMAIL - Ron _Toronto_iPadPro_reivew
Hi Rob.
This is James from NJ. It sounds like you didn't take your own advice and use the Apple Store app to order your iPad Pro. I found out about in store pickup at the top right of the product order page along with the expected delivery date so I knew about it before it was in my cart. Just some advice for next time.
Loving it. Until I get the pencil and can use it for art, it's great as a reader for magazines and books. It might be as heavy as the first iPad but its thinness makes that unnoticeable when carrying it around. Not for laying in bed, obviously, but a pleasure in my lap. I plan on keeping my iPad Air; this is something else.
(Spelling check knows to capitalize air but not pro)
Regards,
James
Hi Rob –
I've been looking forward to Apple making the iPad Pro since the iPad came out – I'm a professional musician, and I use my iPad every day, whether I'm teaching and performing. When teaching, I have Étude books, exercises, and other pieces of music scanned into the iPad, so I don't have to lug a lot of books around. I can easily email exercises to students, or download audition music for music festivals, or what have you. When performing music, whether I'm on stage, or in the pit for a musical, I can easily have all of the music there with me, I don't have to worry about plugging in a stand light so I can read the music, or other issues like that.
I also use the iPad to record things – multitrack recording apps, GarageBand, these are all fantastic on the regular iPad, even better on the iPad Pro because of its size and speed.
There are a lot of apps, like smart music, for example, that make life much easier for musicians. I don't hear anyone in the tech press talking about the advantages the iPad brings to the table for musicians. The iPad was already good for all of these tasks – the iPad Pro, is even better.
Regards,
-Billy Bargetzi
Hey Rob
I really want to get my hands on the iPad Pro
I am a voice over user and have a 6s plus and an i-Pad air II.
The big i-Pad pro is big enough to actually put my fingers on the home row in portrait mode so I could type directly from the screen just like I am brailling on the phone at the moment.
The smart keyboard case also sounds intriguing because there is no pairing which may mean the keyboard won't stop working with voice over when the operating system updates which is what happens now.
Then, the power and the four speakers.
This is the first audio improvement in a long long time and I'm excited.
The review I mentioned stated that he could play music on the pro using on-board speakers as dinner music in another room.
He did not need to use his sound link speaker.
I will not buy before I get my hands on it.
I rarely use my windows 7 box any more because all I do I do with IOS.
That is my two cents.
Do you know anybody who wants to buy an Air II?
Thanks,
Jan Brown
VOICEMAIL - Eric_Detroit_iPAd_Pro_Purchase_pencil
Hi Rob
After listening to your last podcast, took the plunge and went out and purchased a iPad pro 128gb space grey.
After spending so much cash never had the funds to fully protect my new purchase.
While awaiting my £8 Amazon fake leather flip case I went to bed all excited after spending my first evening enjoying my amazing purchase (the iPad pro, not the £8 Amazon case).
Maybe it was something you said in your recent podcast or maybe it's just my love of my new device but that night I could not stop dreaming of me walking down my local town centre stark naked, with a smile on my face knowing my iPad pro was, and still is at home wrapped in my daughters fleece bedding.
Strange story but sure you can relate, I am still awaiting my case and screen protector and I am typing this message on my pro wearing rubber gloves whilst sitting in my padded room ☺️☺️
What protection are you currently using whilst awaiting the iPad case?
Keep up the good work
Regards
Lee Towey
Liverpool
United Kingdom
Give us a call - email us
http://www.computerworld.com/article/3006295/apple-ios/the-
minimalist-s-guide-to-the-apple-pencil.html
26:41
I talked earlier about the new iPad Pro - and one place I like using it - is in bed. Matter of fact in bed is the only place I let my boys use it. it is a great device to get some work done in bed or better yet watch Netflix.
And if you are going to be spending more time in bed would it not make sense to get the best bed possible? And that is what today’s sponsor Casper offers up. The best bed at a great price.
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Hi Rob,
A caller was requesting a suggestion to easily carry his phone.
I suggest www.ripoffs.com Made in the USA - by Veterans.
They are a division of U.S.Armor - the developer of body armor for the military and law enforcement. (Humans & K-9's)
They provide several models depending if you keep your phone naked to using an Otter Box.
I've used their products for over a decade, all models have the choice of a clip or belt loop. The clips stay on and do not jab you in the side. I carry 2 phones for work.
They run about $20, the design is simple, has a protective Velcro covering, protecting it from rain or dirt, and last for years.
Functional for both tactical missions to the occasional suit and tie deployment.
Rob your work is valued and appreciated ~ thank you for your work.
Kind regards
MFS
Atlanta
VOICEMAIL - Brent_OKC_answer_holster
Rob hi,
Just listened to your last episode. Someone was asking how to create a US iTunes account from abroad. Since I live in Israel and wanted a US account I started years ago like you suggested with a gift card however there is a more convenient way - all you need is an American Express card issued wherever you live. After obtaining the card you call American Express customer service and add a secondary address to your account using any US address (no mail is sent there. It's only for billing purposes). Then you use that card for creating a US iTunes account.
It's that simple.
Thanks for your great show.
Eran.
Hi Rob,
I noticed in the last episode (371) you talked about how you dialed the free conference call number and how you had to make the code part of the name so it was saved, there is an easier way to do this.
First enter the number:
1-206-666-6364
To add a pin or some other access number add a coma then the number.
Example:
1-206-666-6364, 12345#
You can do this multiple times if there are layers to the menu. Also the more comas you add the longer the pause.
You can also have a delayed entry by using a ;
Example:
1-206-666-6364; 12345#
This will give you a button on the lower left of the keypad that you can enter when you're ready.
Hopefully this helps you and the other listeners. I use this daily for conference calls at work.
As always, thanks for the hard work.
Regards,
Peter in Austin
I mean sure I guess you could do it that way if you know you want to do it where it makes sense and you just tap for the code. Peter - seriously - thanks for the email and the great tip.
Hi Rob,
A listener was asking about ad blocking for the iPhone 5.
You found the Safari content blockers, which require at least the iPhone 5S
There are ad blockers that use VPN instead of Safari content blocking, and they will work on the iPhone 5. Ad requests are sent to the VPN address and no ads are returned, all other data is sent normally. Unlike Safari content blockers, they will also block ads in many apps, not just Safari.
I have found two, and they both worked on my iPhone 5.
Adblock Mobile
https://itunes.apple.com/app/adblock-mobile-protect-your/
id919790902
http://adbl0ck.com
Pro:
Free.
Shows how much ad data saved over last few days.
Cons:
Sends ad requests to their VPN server, which can use some data (though much less than the actual ads).
More complicated installation. Installs Root Profile, and if you make a mistake in the undocumented installation (such as “Cancel” instead of “Open in Adblock”), data won’t work.
Disabling and enabling involve removing and installing Profiles.
Always displaying VPN in status bar. Sometimes this covers other items in the status bar, such as battery percentage.
No customization of ad domains.
AdBlock for iOS
https://itunes.apple.com/app/adblock/id691121579
https://www.adblockios.com
Pro:
Dummy VPN server address. No data actually sent to any VPN server.
Simple enable and disable from app. No profiles.
Easy control of ad domains, and adding new ones.
Cons: $1.99
Regards,
Malcolm
VOICEMAIL - Eric_Detroit_Quick_review_appleTV_slippert_remote
Voicemail - Eric_Detroit_part2
37:20
https://plus.google.com/communities/
105412562215997292912?cfem=1
We are now over 2,500 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 that went up since the last episode came from Robert Spivack who posted the following
Quote
Apple TV Remote Loop (wrist strap) has precision construction
I just bought the wrist strap for the Apple TV 4th gen. Yes, it does cost $12.99, but I wanted it to avoid throwing the remote at my tv by mistake causing much greater damage.
To my surprise, I found that the remote has a precision mechanical connector mechanism where it attaches to the lightning port. It has tiny latches and the lightning cable itself has push button releases on both sides of the cable stub/end.
P.S. The remote loop solves the problem of the new remote being symmetrical and makes it easier to grab it in the dark without pressing on the touch panel accidentally.
Unquote
Since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts and comments in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android fan bois free zone and spammer free zone. Yup it is the most civil Google+ community covering iOS.
Folks Go to today in iOS dot com slash community to join in.
And thanks to all 2500+ of you already in the community and contributing.
Also from the Google Plus community were these posts with regards to the last episode:
Francisco Tapia
Daniel from Wisbench commented via the latest podcast about Alto's adventure and had about having to pay $2.99 again for the tvOS version..
Rob thanks for speaking up on behalf of the developers, it's crazy to think that a developer shouldn't have to get paid for their work, a universal App takes work, especially if you want your app to work easily on iPad, iPhone (4S, 5, 6 and Plus) sizes. Note, Auto Layout is not as easy as the apple keynote makes it out to be (it's not the end of the world, but moving an object can result in rebuilding constraints.
lastly, Alto's adventure DOES support iCloud syncing with the tvOS version of the app. so the only difference is that you need to buy it again.
From Myron Uecker
Listening to Rob mention he paid about $1500 total
for his iPad Pro, keyboard and Apple Pencil really had me thinking.
Yesterday I stopped by the local Apple Store and saw the iPad Pro.
I also looked at MacBook, MacBook Air and MacBook Pro. For just
a little more than that $1500, you could buy the mid or even
high-end models of any device in the MacBook line and
get a similar-sized retina screen.
I know it really depends on what you plan to use it for, but personally, if it was my money, I would rather spend it on a 13 inch MacBook Pro and carry an iPad Air when I need something portable. Then again, I don't use mine for notes, drawing, etc. so Apple Pencil isn't something I need. I really like the size of my iPad Air 2 and don't think I would want the larger size even if price wasn't an issue.
From Mark Page
Rob I was expecting someone to reply to the guy who said in the previous podcast 371 that he had scratched his watch face and thought that it should be made with Sapphire glass. I'm assuming he has the sports watch which unlike the other versions does not have the Sapphire glass. I chose the stainless steel watch with Sapphire glass specifically to avoid scratches. Despite my clumsy knocks, the watch remains scratch free.
41:45
https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/iPad+Pro+Teardown/52599
iFix it got their hands on an iPad Pro and what we learned from their tear down is the following.
as mentioned - it has 4GB of ram vs 2GB in the iPad Air 2
Also there is a lot of space internally dedicated to the 4 speaker enclosures. The speaker enclosures combined occupy about 50% of the space occupied by the batteries. The sound quality on the iPad Pro is really impressive or over due depending on your perspective.
Per the cameras on the iPad Pro - they are essentially the same as on the iPad Air 2 - so nothing new there - but then if you felt like a dork taking a picture with a 9.7 inch iPad - you will feel like a much bigger dork taking pictures with the 12.9 inch iPad Pro. I know I did. So honestly - Better Cameras are pretty low on my list of spec wants for the iPad Pro.
iFixit - talks about the self balancing speakers - what that means is one depending on the orientation - will depend on what is left and what is right. Additionally the top speakers will get higher frequency sounds to produce a more balanced sound.
Per the batteries there is 10,307 MAh’s worth of battery storage. vs 7,340 mAh’s for the iPad Air 2.
Per the A9X processor it is clocked at 2.26 GHz vs 1.85 GHz for the A9 in the 6S and 6S+ and 1.5 GHz for the A8X in the iPad Air 2
Overall the iPad Pro is a beast spec wise - and that shows in the use of the device.
http://technosamigos.com/ipad-pro-teardown-by-ifixit/
http://www.anandtech.com/show/9780/taking-
notes-with-ipad-pro/2
43:47
http://appleinsider.com/articles/15/11/12/apples-new-ipad-
pro-is-faster-more-affordable-than-microsofts-surface-pro-4
There is a good article from Daniel Eran Dilger I link to in the show notes titled - Apple’s new iPad Pro is faster, more affordable than Microsoft’s surface Pro 4.
So if you were someone looking at the surface pro 4 as a potential device - besides this likely not being the show you are looking for - this article is a really important read for you - if you know - you care about specs and price.
One quote I like from the article - quote when apple first unveiled the iPad Pro it noted that its custom designed A9X chip would be faster than 80% of the PC’s that shipped this year. Benchmarks indicate that its not just faster then low end generic PC’s but also faster and less expensive than microsoft’s surface pro 4 unquote.
Again look for that link in the show notes if you want a really in depth comparison. Good read as always from Daniel.
44:50
http://www.macrumors.com/2015/09/15/ipad-
mini-4-faster-a8-2gb-ram/
One thing I don’t believe I talked about in the past was the updated specs for the iPad Mini 4 - or at least I don’t remember talking about them - and I had someone ask - so here is a quick update on the updated specs.
The mini 4 has the A8 chip running at 1.5 GHz - that is a dual core chip vs the iPad Air 2 which has the tri core A8X chip also running at 1.5 GHz. FYI - the iPad Pro - A9X processor is a dual core chip - but still a lot faster than the A8X tri-core chip.
The Mini 4 also has 2 GB or Ram - matching that of the iPad Air 2.
Overall the mini 4 is slightly slower than the Air 2 in real world testing and bench mark testing as well. But not a lot slower - just slightly slower.
But then again if speed and performance are your thing - then the iPad Pro is for you anyway.
46:03
http://www.apple.com/shop/product/MLDW2AM/A/apple-
watch-magnetic-charging-dock-white
Apple has a new and well over due accessory for the Apple watch - and that is the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Dock White it costs $79 of course. And since they have “white” in the name - it kind of leads one to believe they will be having others colors in the near future.
This will be available for pickup at an Apple store today the 20th or Now. Delivery’s start next week.
It works for both the 38 and 42 mm versions - and the charging disk either lays flat in the dock or pops up 90 degrees - allowing you to put your Apple watch into night stand mode.
In the box you get the Charging dock and a lightning to USB cable.
47:28
http://www.computerworld.com/article/3004657/apple-ios/
apples-ios-just-became-a-secure-sharepoint-client-
for-enterprise-it.html
Interesting article in Computer world titled - Apple iOS just became a secure sharepoint client for enterprise IT
This is about the new Colligo email manager for iOS app - currently in beta. This enables enterprise class email and document sharing for iOS
Quote the app supports the creation, classification and storage of emails, attachments and documents as records in sharepoint unquote - that obviously is important for corporate users that are under regulatory requirements to secure their info and make sure it is protected. IE Data Compliance
Colligo is now joining Cisco, IBM, telogis and others who are releasing products to support enterprise needs on iOS devices.
This means each day Apple and its enterprise level partners are chipping away at IT’s list of reasons not to use iOS - and adding to the list of reasons on why TO use iOS
We have come a long way in the past 8 years.
48:41
http://www.redmondpie.com/apple-watch-2-development-
begins-release-date-set-for-q3-2016-rumor/
Rumors swirling around this past week from multiple sources and with different specifics about the next gen Apple Watch.
One title was Apple Watch 2 development begins, release date set for Q3 2016. First let me say this - Apple Watch 2 development began well before the first Apple watch shipped. That is how Apple rolls - at least according to them in any interview they have ever given where they talked about their design process. So NO Apple Watch 2 development did not begin.
Now it is likely the Apple Watch 2 initial prototype builds have begun - and that is what is meant by the reports coming out of china. Where those sources are saying a Q3 release date for the Apple Watch 2.
At the same time another set of rumors this time from often or alway wrong Digitimes says the next Apple watch will launch in the 2nd quarter of 2016. Which is good to know - because now we know 100% - that the Apple Watch 2 - WILL NOT launch until at least Q3 2016.
I am not going to get into speculating about specs - other than to say the BIGGEST difference between the current Apple Watch and the next gen will most likely be Battery Life. Don’t expect Pebble watch life spans on a charge - but do expect triple the current battery life.
Why Triple - I think that is the threshold where a good amount of current Apple Watch owners would say - hmmm - time to pass this on to the kids / significant other / neighbor / guy on craigslist and for me to upgrade.
Less than triple battery life - I just don’t think moves the needle on upgrades. We can come back to this segment and see if I get into the who wrong were they segment or not come Q3 or later - as again based on Digitimes being wrong we know Q2 is not a chance for the release time frame.
http://www.ibtimes.com/apple-watch-2-release-date-could-
be-soon-april-2016-2189584
51:05
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52:53
VOICEMAIL - Dave_NJ_Quest_iPad_sizes_usb_external_storage
Rob:
I have an Apple TV question that I've not seen addressed anywhere yet. I have purchased iTunes content constituting movies and some TV series.
What I'd like to know if it is possible from the TV to browse the list of
purchased movies etc and tell the TV to download what you want? This is how
you can do it on an iPad or iPhone now. I figure that way I can have media
waiting for me later instead of trying to stream it.
I am an American living in the Philippines and my bandwidth isn't what it
used to be. If you can answer this question this will help me decide
between the 32 or 64GB models. I'll have a visiting friend bring me mine in
January. Although the TV will be sold here later it won't have the Siri
interface. Plus, it's cheaper to buy in the U.S.
Regards
Kevin
Hi Rob,
Long time iPhone user, short time listener. Love the show. I'm back to iPhone after a brief stint with an android phone the past two years (bad experience). I missed the 5, 5S and 6 phones, but have had all the others including the original.
So, I have the 6S and obviously ios9. I have been successful with OpenVPN and connecting to my home server. It is stable and works from wifi and cellular. I didn't even realize there were issues until I listened to your most recent episode. So whatever issues there were they appear to have been fixed, at least with the official OpenVPN app.
Keep up the great work.
Regards,
Tom
Hi Rob,
For folks who don't have iOS 9 can extract and save voice-mail messages with the use of iExplorer. There's a free trial version that doesn't expire:
http://www.macroplant.com/iexplorer/
With a phone plugged into a computer and the device selected in iExplorer, Voicemail is found in the Backups section.
Or, to extract Voicemail from a backup: select one of the available backups (phone doesn't need to be plugged in). Voicemail is a top-level menu item.
Regards,
Shelley
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1:00:37
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1270336974/meet-
booy-the-tablet-holder-that-adapts-to-any-sur?ref=discovery
New Kickstarter project and as mentioned earlier this one is called Meet Booy - two words with booy spelled B O O Y.
This one has a goal of $45,000 and they are at a little over $44,000 with Dec 5th being their deadline - so they are going to be funded - most likely are by the time you hear this.
What is said device - well also as mention before it is essentially a bean bag chair for your iPad - allowing you to put it different places and have really good stability with it.
Pricing on this is on the high side - $80
essentially there is a metal plat that is placed on the back of your iPad via reusable adhesive that quote leaves no residue unquote - yeah if I had a nickel everytime some said that to me. And then the leather bean bag attaches magnetically.
It is nice looking but $80 hmmm.
luckily I already have something similar.
If this is something you are interested in - search for Meet booy - two words m e e t b o o y at kickstarter dot com or in the show notes for ep 373
01:02
http://www.iosdaily.org/2015/11/popular-desktop-
browser-firefox-comes.html
You know that game - dead or alive - you have to say if some long forgotten celebrity is still alive or if they have died - and often times you get it wrong and you are surprised to find out someone is actually still alive. Ok - this next one is like that kinda - iOS App or not. In other words is this next App available as an iOS App or not. And if asked a few weeks ago I would have said yes its an app - but back then I would have been wrong - because when I saw last week that it just launched as an iOS app I was like really wow - thought you were already an iOS App - and this app I am taking so long to get to - is FireFox. Yup - it is now finally an iOS App - which again app or not app - I would have guessed App previously. Really Firefox - you needed over 1.5 Million other apps to come first before you said - yeah - ok - I think that platform is on to something? Hmmmm
1:03:05
http://www.theverge.com/2015/6/4/8724949/best-podcast-
app-iphone-outcast-pocket-casts-castro
I ran the libsyn numbers for downloads for October and as I thought would be the case the downloads to aggregator apps other than the podcasts app went up in October - this due to issues with the podcasts app - and well changes that make it awkward to start an episode and play bar so skinny you need the apple pencil to hit it.
The big winner in our stats was Overcast - not shocking.
The Verge had an article back in June ranking the different Podcast apps at that time - and then their winner was also Overcast.
Next up was Shifty Jelly Pocket Casts - and yup that was right behind Overcast in our downloads. next was Castro. Which I should say Elsie my co-host on the feed - loves that app.
Then downcast, then in their rankings were Apples Podcasts App and Stitcher and TuneIn - all tied followed
If you listened to this show for a while - hearing Overcast number 1 is not a shock - same with Downcast being ahead of the Podcasts App.
And if you are looking for another solution then Pocketcasts and Castro are two other good alternatives to listening to podcasts.
But always the best solution is a dedicated app in my opinion - that is what I like for the shows I listen to. It does make it easier when you only have one show per app. But for all those shows not considerate enough to supply you the listener with the best option - the next best option could be Overcast or Shifty Jelly’s pocket cast or castro or Downcast. If again the podcasts app is not your cup of tea.
By the way in rankings - it does go Podcasts App over 50% of all downloads, Then Stitcher almost 3% then overcast, then Pocketcasts.
1:05:20
VOICEMAIL - Ben_CA_issue_with_hey_siri
Hi Rob,
Quick question for your listeners who use Voice over on a apple Watch. My question is, is it really useful to them or is it just a novelty item? More importantly would they recommend buying one? The reason I ask is because in Ireland we have no Apple stores so I could try one out, and 2 the price. The base model Apple watch sport is 480Euro!!! Ya, a little steep i think so I'd really like to hear some peoples experiences with it,
regards
Dave in Limerick Ireland
Hi Rob
I am seeing what appears to be a bug in the mail app. My exchange account says it has 3 new emails, but I go into the inbox and there are no new emails or unread ones. Any suggestions on how to fix this so my inbox doesn't show new emails when there aren't any?
Regards
Steve
Brisbane
Hi Rob, Does anybody know of a app or a jail break tweak that will let me have "do not disturb" on everything else except for a certain app, I have cameras throughout the house and would love for that certain app to come through in the middle of the night and block all others. If any of your listeners know of a way to do this that would be great!!! thanks Rob
VOICEMAIL - John_Redmond_slip_lower_slobovia_by_you
Oh John you busted me - I can’t slip anything by you. I mean well except for the other two easter eggs that were in the group of countries that you missed - Yup - there were 3 as in 2 more than 1 - easter eggs in that list of countries. Just Sayin Hint the other two were also fictitious countries from comic strips - One from Doonesberry and one from Dilbert to go along with Lower Slobovia from Lil Abner of course. Folks I love hiding easter eggs when I can. Kudos to the others that found Lower Slobovia - but no one commented on the other two.
01:10:20
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271505&l=5524&ctl=3A6798:
D5214088EF1540C6F30EFCF7E60915EDEC051DFD0DF83E2C&
I received this message from T-Mobile USA this week.
Quote
Starting November 19, we're optimizing video streaming for
your mobile devices. You'll get 3x more video when you use your
phone as a mobile hotspot. That means you can stream Netflix,
HBO Now, Hulu, Sling TV, WatchESPN, Showtime, and more,
without counting against your tethering bucket. This will happen
automatically with no additional charge and no action required.
Plus, you get a free movie rental each month from VUDU. And
as an additional T‑Mobile® exclusive, you'll get 30% off a year
of the Best of Live TV with Sling for $14 a month—
offer is good for 12 months.
unquote
So if you are a t-mobile USA customer like me congrats -
and if you were on the fence - this is another example of
t-mobile working to lure customers.
01:11:17
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TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 372
Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast - First up I want to thank PHIL for sending in the music you hear in the background. PHIL wrote:
Hi Rob.
This song called CERTITUDE was all created with Garage Band on an iPhone and exported directly. No other software or hardware were used. This is not available for sale anywhere, just a hobby thing.
Regards,
Phil W
SONG Certitude
Thanks PHIL for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode. I also want to thank NICK for sending in the Artwork for today's show. NICK wrote the following:
Hi Rob,
The picture was taken with an iPhone 6, 64GB, running iOS 9. The result was cropped to a square with Photos and the Tii branding was added with Pixelmator.
Regards
Nick Tamburri
Thanks NICK, for sending in this artwork and folks you can see NICK'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 372 - or at instagram.com/todayinios and also as a stand alone post in the VIP section and at Facebook.com/todayinios.
If you have some artwork and or music you have created on your iOS device that you would like to share with the audience please email it to me at today in iOS at gmail dot com and please make sure to include which app or apps you used to create said artwork and or music.
01:53
In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote The following are three reasons the new iPad 3rd Generation will be dead on arrival (DOA):
1) New iPad Cannot Compete with Kindle Fire and BlackBerry PlayBook
2) New iPad is Thicker and Heavier
3) New iPad Nearly Identical to the iPad2
unquote
Michael Li, The GadgetMasters, 11
March 2012
How DOA was the iPad 3rd - well it was DOA to the tune of 53.9 Million units in 2012 alone. Heck the DOA iPad 3rd gen is still fought over by my two sons every day they are allowed electronics and it is almost 4 years old - Just Sayin
02:40
Sadly no new promo codes this week. Bad Marketer are you if you have a paid app and did not send in the codes.
A QUICK REMINDER if you are an App developer or an iBook Author email me if you want your app or iBook featured in the promo give away segment FOR FREE We Just need the 5 promo codes or more to give away. simply email me at today in ios @ gmail.com and please include a 60 sec or less audio review of your app or iBook - indicating you are the dev or author. Also when you send in the promo codes - please make sure to let me know when they expire.
03:23
http://9to5mac.com/2015/11/10/
ios-9-2-beta-3/
Apple is making it really easy for me to pick titles for the episodes. As they are turning out a new version of the iOS 9.2 beta each week. This week it was iOS 9.2 beta 3.
Initial reports on the beta 3 are it squashes the bugs man. One of which was with the App Switcher.
This one is available to both devs and public beta testers.
If this beta sounds pretty light on new features that is not surprising - it is usually in the 1st and 2nd betas we see any new features added or removed. Sometimes added for beta 1 and removed for beta 2.
In the first two betas for 9.2 we saw AT&T’s new NumberSync feature added and changes to embedded Safari Browsers with allow them to load extensions. Plus there was also Arabic Language Support added to Siri.
04:42
http://www.theverge.com/2015/11/
9/9697374/apple-tv-update-tvos-9
The first update is already out for Apple TV - with tvOS 9.0.1 being made available.
If you have automatic updates turned on - it will download automatically. Most Apple TV users will have automatic updates enabled.
If you don’t have it enabled to manually get the new update on your Apple TV go to Settings —> System —> Software Updates.
Support for Bluetooth Keyboards and Apple’s Remote App is still not available.
If you are a dev - tvOS 9.1 beta 2 is also now available.
You will need to USB to USB Type C cable and will need to connect the Apple TV to your computer to install the Beta update.
Previous notes on the tvOS 9.1 beta indicate improvements in WiFi compatibility, in-app-purchase for App Store Apps, improved scrolling and Siri is enabled to work with Apple Music. Again no indication of support for the Remote App.
08:27
http://www.apple.com/pr/library/
2015/11/09Epic-12-9-inch-iPad-
Pro-Available-to-Order-Online-
Wednesday-Arrives-in-Stores-
Later-This-Week.html
Apple put out a press release on Monday the 9th titled - Epic 12.9 inch iPad Pro available to order online Wednesday and arrives in Stores later this week.
If you have the Tii app and push notifications enabled - you would have received that push notifying you of that PR.
The subtitle of the press release is quote iPad pro arrives in over 40 countries including the US, UK, china and Japan. unquote.
The over 40 countries include:
Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Berzerkistan, Canada, Cayman Islands, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Elbonia, El Salvador, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greenland, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Isle of Man, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Lower Slobbovia, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Russia, Singapore, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, UAE, US, UK, Uruguay and US Virgin Islands.
It will be available in Apple Stores on Friday the 13th as well as at select Carriers and Apple Authorized Resellers.
The Apple Pencil and Apple Smart Keyboard will also be available at the same time.
The iPad Pro was available to order starting around X AM on the 11th.
I was hoping for it to be available at 12:01 AM PT / 2:01 AM CT - but that was not the case. It was actually around 2:15 AM CT. And I happened to guess right on the URL where it would be.
http://www.apple.com/shop/buy-
ipad/ipad-pro
I actually had my order done online prior to it being available in the Apple Store App or being linkable on line. Hah.
I did order my iPad Pro 128 GB version wifi + cellular Gold version along with the Apple Pencil and the Apple Smart Keyboard. Delivery is supposed to be on 13th before noon - for the iPad Pro. HOWEVER the Apple Pencil and the Apple Smart Keyboard - yeah we will not see those until the 19th. I did pay the Extra $20 for expedited shipping and here is a little tip - if you pick expedited shipping for the iPad - select it for the Apple Pencil and the smart keyboard as well - as it does not raise the $20 added charge. Total cost for all this was a tad under $1,500 - at $1,493.10 - that is with the tax and shipping.
I will put up an unboxing video for the iPad Pro before the next episode - keep checking the Tii App for that.
I also sent out a push notification as soon as it was available and I posted in the Tii Google+ community. So hopefully you saw those and were able to get your order in.
FYI - correction on the last episode I said the smart keyboard was $129 - we should be so lucky - it is actually $169. Apple Pencil is $99. And the iPad Pro is either $799 for the 32 GB wifi only version - avoid. or $949 for the 128 GB wifi only version or $1079 for the 128 GB Wifi and Cellular version. Which is the one I went with.
I look forward to talking about it more on the next episode. In the mean time if you did order one as well - please call in with your reviews - 206-666-6364 - that is 206 moon dog or record those reviews and email them to today in iOS at gmail dot com.
VOICEMAIL - James_NJ_iPad_Pro_buying_experience
Thanks James - I did not even think of checking the pick up option - doohhh. Hopefully they ship sooner for me - but I some how doubt it. I will likely have at least 6 long days with a naked iPad Pro. I just relooked at my order and it says the Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard deliver between the 19th and the 23rd. So I could be Naked for 10 days or well my iPad Pro could be naked for 10 days that is. Which made me think would I feel more comfortable walking down the street holding my new iPad Pro with a case on it while I am naked or the other way. And honestly the thought of walking with the iPad Pro Naked gives me more anxiety. But then I played Rugby - still have some of that Zulu Warrior left in me.
Into the email bag.
Hi Rob,
I'm lucky enough that I'm pretty sure my employer will buy me an iPad Pro. I'm the Paralympic archery coach for Great Britain and the iPad is perfect for my needs.
Other people in my department have just been kitted out with new Dell laptops and I politely said "thanks but no thanks", knowing the iPad Pro was soon to be released.
Not only is the iPad totally suited to coaching life outside in the field, videoing and analysing but also the Pro will cost substantially less than the Dell. Even with the addition of the keyboard case and pencil.
I truly have been "post PC" for 3 years now and the introduction of the iPad Pro only makes it more likely I will never go back.
How many other listeners are totally "post pc"?
Love the show,
Regards,
Mike from Telford in England
Archery GB Paralympic Coach
Ok - I could not leave that email there so I asked Mike what are some of the features he is looking forward to.
Here was his response
Rob,
I guess the feature I'm most looking forward to is simply more screen spaces, especially for the side-by-side video and photo analysis, for example when we are looking a "before & after" photos of an athletes technique change. Currently for this I would often use the Apple TV to get the images onto a biggest screen, now I think more often than not I'll be able to do the work on the iPad Pro out in the field, in the training session and not have to wait until after.
Also every couple of weeks I'll have a full day at my desk answering emails and writing reports for 9 hours. Even though I love my touch screen keyboard I have a sneaking suspicion that I may well be faster on the physical keyboard case. Time will tell.
Along with the Apple Watch I think the iPad Pro will be a common sight at international archery events this summer leading into the Rio games.
Regards,
Mike
Thanks Mike.
Some other feedback with regards to the iPad Pro
Stephen Williams said quote So if I want an iPad pro, it's going to cost me almost as much as a MacBook Air. Think I'm going to wait for the next gen. iPad Air as the pro's price is simply too high for me. unquote
Faisal Keylani said quote I have mixed feeling towards iPad pro. I kinda like the bigger screen but I believe it's big to carry! Plus the price tag !! And it's OS is not Mac OS , it's IOS! unquote
And Michael Polinske said quote When I heard the iPad Pro was as heavy as original iPad that turned me off right away. uquote.
So too big - too heavy - too expensive is the common refrain from Con side. And a legit refrain for most.
Again call in or email in your thoughts - especially if you purchased one. I will say this - with out a doubt this is the most expensive iOS device ever. Much more - over 50% more then the previous most expensive iOS device - when you include the Pencil and keyboard. So it is going to be for a smaller segment of the audience - that said - so far I have been very very surprised by the low number of replies from people saying they purchased one. Maybe that will change - but if these first 10 hours of availability are any indication compared to past launches - shortages are not something you will need to worry about. That is all un-scientific - and just based on how it feels this time vs past launches.
http://www.gizmoday.com/online-
orders-for-the-apple-ipad-pro-start-
november-11th-tablet-hits-stores-
later-this-week-74859
18:29
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I was at Walgreens yesterday trying to find a shower gel made from the same great ingredients as my Harry’s shave gel or at least similar ingredients. I mean if I am going to care enough not to put chemicals on my face I thought some other parts of me deserved the same consideration. I spent well over 15 minutes reading ingredients - it was really depressing. Nothing and I mean Nothing matched the natural ingredients you find with Harry’s products. Hey Harry’s I want a shower gel from you something for the neck on down.
One of the reasons I am so loyal a harrys customer is because I know Harry’s cares about what they provide to you - they care so much they even purchased the blade factory for their razors - the blades are kinda important. This is a German blade factory that was started almost 100 years ago. So they know a thing or two about making blades.
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21:34
VOICEMAIL - Pauline_OK_imazing_voicemails_answer
Hi Rob,
In regards to the listener wanting to save his moms voicemail to he's computer. I use iMazing by DigitDNA. It used to be called diskaide and it does a boat load of other features.
Richard
Atlanta
Hello Rob,
my condolences to Richard B. for the loss of his mother. He asked for a way to store voice mails in iOS.
When you open voicemails and select one, a share button is displayed.
Among others you are offered to share via email or to store as a voice recording (which can then be synced to iTunes).
I hope, this helps.
Kind regards from Berlin, Germany
Boris
Hey Rob, you had a listener in item 371 who wrote in asking how he could transfer his voicemails to his computer. I just noticed in iOS 9 and later there's (finally) an option inside each voicemail on the top right to send the voicemail via text message, email and other options including save to dropbox. So he could go through the voicemails and send the ones he wants to keep to himself via email, and detach them to his computer, or just save them right to dropbox. Hope that helps.
Regards,
Aric B
Hello Rob,
I was listening to your latest episode and you had a listener ask about saving voicemails from his late mother. One great Easter egg with iOS 9 is that: if you are in the voicemail, and have the message selected, you will see the share button. You can press that and one of the options is voice memos. Once you share it with voice memos you can sync the recordings with iTunes. I have done this with messages I have saved from when my children were smaller and would leave me cute messages while away for work. Hope this helps, very sorry for the listeners loss.
Brenton Niebauer
Hi Rob,
After I listened to episode 371, I downloaded the AppleWatch app, Wristructions after I heard the dev was giving it away FREE for a limited time. Let me tell you, it ROCKS!
I used it to save the instructions you gave at the end of the episode on how to record calls from my iPhone using FreeConferenceCalling.com. Now, I have the instructions at hand, or rather, at wrist when I need to remember how to use them.
Thanks to both you and the Wristructions dev. I strongly urge the Tii listeners to grab this app for free IMMEDIATELY! Thanks for all the ways you teach us how make our iOS devices more functional.
Regards.
Dr. John M
VOICEMAIL - Ben_CA_download_voicemails
VOICEMAIL -Dave_CA_answer_sharebutton_backup_voicemail
26:51
https://plus.google.com/communities/
105412562215997292912?cfem=1
We are now over 2,500 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 that went up since the last episode came from Steven Whatley who posted the following question
Quote
Is there a way to remove apps from the new iOS 9 Sidebar? As more & more apps are being updated, the longer (taller, actually) the list gets. Sorry, but I don't need apps like AirCoaster to be in the Sidebar. :-)
It sure would be nice if the most frequently used Sidebar apps are sorted towards the bottom.
Unquote
First there were questions about what is said side bar -
It is actually called Slide Over.
And As Barry Smitherman said quote it is only on iPads. You pull the screen from the right edge and you’ll get a sidebar to open specific apps without leaving your main app. Not true multitasking but its the best we have with the iPad Air and older unquote
And Slide Over is not supported on all iPads.
The ones that do support slide over are
iPad Mini 2 and newer.
iPad Air and newer
and iPad Pro.
So nope my iPad 3rd Gen does not support it. Nor does the iPad 4th gen or the original iPad Mini.
Since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts and comments in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android fan bois free zone and spammer free zone. Yup it is the most civil Google+ community covering iOS.
Folks Go to today in iOS dot com slash community to join in.
And thanks to all 2500+ of you already in the community and contributing.
Also from the Google Plus community were these posts with regards to the last episode:
From Wayne Henderson
Excellent episode, Rob. I still can't wait to get the new Apple TV. Soon
From Lawrence McFarland
Funny. The more I heard about Apple TV in this episode, the more I was impressed by
my Roku (which, by the way, can be remotely controlled with an app on my iPhone).
From Myron Uecker
Screenshots may be difficult but it seems to be not as difficult to record a video from Apple TV 4. Still needs a Mac and USB-C.
From Emiko Freund
I haven't finished listening yet, but I find entering passwords or searching is easier with my Nimbus controller.
From Francisco Tapia
Roku has gotten better. you have your YouTube app, and more recently the PLEX player. But you don't have AirPlay, so I can't simply send my current playlist or podcast to the Roku to listen on... I also can't just stream the WWDC videos or other media I easily have available on my iOS 9.x device.
And From Faisal Keylani
I have tried all other competitor devices out there and I can tell you that they are not worth a penny.
It's correct that Apple TV 4 is not what we have expected , but it is still a lot better than any other device out there. This is the exact same case whenever ppl compare iPhones to some other bad android phones out there. Whatever they do they will never come close to an iPhones performance!!
30:16
http://www.appleworld.today/blog/
2015/9/11/apple-pencil-could-be-a-
big-hit-or-the-next-ping
There is an article that came out back in September - I have been holding on to - it is titled - Apple Pencil could be a big hit or the next Ping.
This article is from AppleWorld.
It points out and accurately so - that when Steve Jobs announce the iPhone back in 2007 almost 9 years ago. He asked the audience who wants a stylus - then he answered Nobody wants a stylus so lets not use a stylus.
The author of the article said quote
My prognosis: it will be a hit in the enterprise and creative pro markets, but of little interest for general consumers. unquote.
So now apple sits a week and a day away from releasing a $99 dollar stylus - and who wants it - well I do.
Why - many reasons - but one of the key ones - actually the KEY ONE - my youngest son is not just Profoundly Dyslexic or quote The most severe I have ever tested unquote from childrens mercy hospital in KC. Not what you want to hear. But he also has dysgraphia. I am hoping and praying there will be some apps that offer up help for him to be able to write. To me - that is what the iPad Pro holds out a hope for and if the Apple Pencil is half of what it seems to be - then even at $1500 for just the Apple Pencil would be well worth it for me.
I know a lot of people talk about the Apple pencil for Artists or as that article mentioned Enterprise - but to me - I see the educational potential to be the most appealing.
And once apps are specifically written for the Apple Pencil and iPad Pro - and can measure force and accurate head placement - then you will have something special and in some cases maybe even life changing.
If anyone listening develops anything specifically around this - let me know and you will get soooo much love on the show you will need to send me a restraining order to stop talking about you and your apps.
That said if anyone has used any good Dysgraphia apps - please let me know or really any apps on the iPad that help kids learn to write - even for cursive - as I am sure my older son would appreciate that help.
I will be doing some searching as well - and I am sure I will be reporting on this in the future.
32:35
http://www.theatlantic.com/business/
archive/2015/10/apple-q4-
earnings/412726/
For the first time in a while Apple stocks rose in the weeks following their quarterly report - As is normal Apple beat their projections and Anal-ists guesses.
A big reason for the slight rise in the stock price was that Tim Cook said iPhone sales would rise for their fiscal 2016.
That caused many of the anal-ists to raise their Price targets. Uncle Gene Munster raised his price target to $179 up from $172. Walter Piecyk from BTIG has a target of $160. Katy Huberty from Morgan Stanley - typically a bear on Apple has a Target of $152. Mark Moscowitz with Barclays raised his target to $155 from $150.
And then in the last few days some quote Checks in the supply chain unquote - are causing some bears to scream the sky is falling the sky is falling.
A lot of that from a report from Kulbinder Garcha at Credit Suisse that reported Apple had lowered its component orders by as much as 10% according to quote our teams in asia unquote.
Here is the issue - traditionally - when these reports come out about supply chain checks - they have been wrong - usually dead wrong. First suppliers can’t talk about Apple at all. And second a lot of time when a supplier is missing their estimates it later on was not attributed to Apple reductions but other vendor reductions.
Then you have this from Brian White - who said his monitoring of component companies so weaker than average seasonality over all - but when looking at those for Apple suppliers they were delivering better than seasonal performance. In other words the supply chain not supplying to Apple is seeing a slow down and those supplying to Apple are seeing an increase.
Daniel Ives essentially called those reporting a slow down in the supply chain as yelling fire in a crowded theater.
And what is funny or sad - is even Credit Suisse who is screaming the house is on fire and the sky is falling is saying Apple will out perform. I am not saying they would say bad things hoping the price would fall so they can jump in an buy - but well…
Any way I think Horace Dediu of Asymco said it best when referring to earlier in the year when Apple price dipped. quote Wall Street was having a huge Apple shares “Everything Must Go” sale and Apple was there, $14 billion cash in hand. Long term shareholders will be rewarded. Quarters are not important. unquote. Buy Apple for the long term folks - don’t worry about the short term movement - especially when it comes from quote supply chain checks unquote - which is well as reliable as Digitimes and BGR.
http://fortune.com/2015/10/28/
apple-analysts-q42015-update/
http://fortune.com/2015/11/11/
apple-supply-chain-cuts-what-the-
analysts-are-saying/
35:32
http://www.popsci.com/iphone-7-
rumors-point-to-upcoming-panic-
mode-synaptic-provided-screens
This next one is from From Ron Leckfor in Ohio
And it is per the article titled - iPhone 7 rumors point to upcoming Panic Mode - and synaptic screens.
Essentially Apple has a patent they filed - which in a nut shell looks at which finger you use to unlock your device and if you pick a specific finger it will trigger a panic mode alarm. So maybe your train it for your thumbs and pointer fingers as a normal unlock - but for the middle finger on your non-dominate hand - if unlocked with that finger - triggers a panic or emergency mode. Which might mean it immediately transmit an alert to the authorities, records photos and video and grabs audio. Plus send out a beacon signal sending your location to designated parties.
Really that seems like something that could easily be implemented.
Maybe even Apple could add some predefined instructions if you open it with different fingers. Like Left thumb - open directly to Camera Mode - or Right thumb open to email. Or something like that. I mean why stop with just panic mode - add in some user defined modes as well.
The other rumor about iPhone 7 is that there will be a 4 inch version - which is not really a stretch - actually I would be shocked if that what the iPhone 7 launches there is not a 4 inch iPhone in the mix.
From the email bag
Hi Rob,
I've seen some rumors on the web about a smaller option iPhone when the 7 comes out. As someone who actually enjoys using Twitter with one hand, listening to music with my 5s in my normal size pockets, and laughing out loud at teen girls holding their 6 plus up to their face with both hands.. This sounds like an option for me.
Love the show, thanks Rob!
Regards,
Eric
Thanks Eric - and as I said before - my Wife has not desire at all for anything larger than the 5S - she wants the smaller size iPhone - and many others do as well. I really hope we see the three sizes of 4, 4.7 and 5.5 inches when the iPhone 7 launches next year.
I know one of the rumors even had a 4 inch iPhone launching in Q1 2016. I would guess that was someone fishing with link bait - which is why I am not linking to that article.
But speculating three sizes for the iPhone 7 - that to me is a safe and conservative speculation.
Speaking of speculating - here is a post in the google Plus community from Brenden Finnerty. quote
Is it too early to speculate on iOS 10? Oh well here is the major feature updates that I am guessing will arrive
The rumored Apple search engine is introduced
-baked into spotlight
-heavy Siri interaction
-social features added in
-one touch features for directions, check in, and Yelp reviews
Update to FaceTime
-group chat support
-record chat option and save to iCloud
-filters and emoji support
-FaceTime app available for Android
-Apple TV AirPlay option
Notifications Revamped
-smart notifications across all devices. Based on activity and location, receive only the most important notifications at that time.
-new notification banner which scrolls along the bottom or on the side of the screen
And One log in. No more individual password per app, Touch ID gets you into all.
unquote
39:38
VOICEMAIL - Thomas_CA_LEO_iPhone_security_android
Hi Rob,
One thing almost never reported in any review of the Apple TV:
Is that Siri does not work if you are outside the 8 "blessed" countries, and that also the universal search doesn't work.
I live in Belgium so I cannot use voice as search but even if I input, letter by letter, the name of a movie or TV series it only returns ITunes hits. I have the Netflix app installed and a monthly subscription but the search doesn't return any Netflix results.
A well known work around is putting the iTunes Store to USA. Siri and the universal search is then unlocked. Search does then return Netflix hits.
As Dutch is a very very small language I think it will take years before I will be able to us Siri & universal search in my native language.
Also very strange we don't have the recent added categories and Top apps in the Belgium Store. So finding new apps is almost impossible. Again putting the Store in USA 'solves' this.
I don't have a USA iTunes account and don't think I can legally obtain one. Any thought about this?
Long time listener , first time mailer,
Regards,
Renaat
Hi Renaat - I know back in the day - you could get a gift card and then set up an iTunes account being a US one from anywhere in the world - but I am not sure if that is still possible.
Essentially it used to work like this - and again this used to work regardless of what country you were in. First log out of your iTunes account - then choose the US iTunes store. Do not create an account yet.
Browse around and find an app you want to download.
At that point you will prompted to log in or create a new account - choose Create new account.
Fill in your email address and password and security question.
Then you are asked for a credit card - if you choose a free app to download - simply choose NONE. And you are good to go.
If you choose a paid one - then you can enter an iTunes gift card code for credit.
Again not sure if that still works - it was something I dug up from show notes back in 2009 and then again in 2011.
Good luck
Hi Rob,
How does apple keep skipping over the obvious. It's really silly to set up an iPad with a keyboard (almost turning it into a laptop)
But then still having to poke the screen from time to time. Seriously no mouse or trackpad support. Still? Seriously?
Regards,
Jeff W
VOICEMAIL - Chris_CA_apple_TV_thoughts_audio_isues
45:09
https://www.kickstarter.com/
projects/2083538780/turn-your-
iphone-6-6s-into-a-gopro-with-
the-prosho?ref=discovery
This week for a kickstarter project we have the ProShot Case - or as the title is fully called - Turn your iPhone 6 / 6S into a go Pro with the ProShot Case
This one had a goal of $25k - they have already raised over $33k - and have until Dec 3rd at 8:01 AM CT for you to fund this one.
The description on this is quote Proshot one word - is a waterproof case that protects your iPhone 6/6S down to 90 feet and can be mounted on almost any service.
Pricing on this is $89 while units last at that price or $99 when that early bird offer is sold out.
That gets you the ProShot case, deep dive lid good down to 90ft, the touch screen lid - waterproof down to 6 ft, wide angle lens and flat lens.
For $129 - you get some more options. including Extendable pole mount and proshot chest mount
and there is another version at $199 with even more options.
If you are a go pro type user - but really want to use your iPhone 6 or 6S instead - well this might be the case system you are looking for.
Search for ProShot one word at kickstarter dot com
46:29
http://www.apple.com/shop/product/
HJ162ZM/A/steelseries-nimbus-
wireless-gaming-controller
Hi Rob
I just got my new Apple TV. Like you I'm enjoying it but have frustrations with the inability to pair my iPhones. I have kids about your kids age and would like to start playing games with them. What remote do you use? Does it work well? Is there a website that lists Apple certified controllers?
Regards,
Mitch
Hi Mitch - I had a few people ask about this - which means I did a bad job going over this. I purchased from the Apple store the SteelSeries Nimbus Wireless Gaming controller for $49.95 - Link in the show notes for it.
Why do I like this - for one thing this really is a Made for iDevices remote. It even charges via Lightening port. Ok that is nice - but what is great is the performance - there is no lag. Which is really really kinda of important in a game controller. I mean unless you are looking for an excuse for poor game play.
It can be set up as one of four controllers in multiple player games. Or put another way it supports being one of four. If apple TV supports 4 different controllers is a point of debate I am still looking to confirm. But if you did buy 4 of these each could be a different player. However most of what I read says right now at least the Apple TV will only support two MFI Game controllers and one Siri Remote. for a total of 3 players.
So at this point it does not make sense to buy more than two of the controllers.
Maybe in a future update of TVOS Apple will up it to 4 controllers and the siri remote or at least 4 controllers with the siri remote. But since the MFI controllers support 4 different players it would be nice to see Apple TV do the same. Plus that would let the whole family play at once.
VOICEMAIL - Dave_CA_appleTV_bluetooth_keyboards
50”45
http://www.slidetoplay.com/apple-
tv-apps-top-list/
Hey Rob, not sure how these guys figured it out but here's a categorized list of all available Apple TV apps, updated daily
Regards,
Aric B
Thanks Aric for the link - which folks you can find by searching for Apple TV Apps - Top List - Slide to Play - in the shows notes for ep 372 at today in iOS dot com.
It is a nicer way to search through the lists of Apple TV apps.
I like the Most Recent feature.
So you can search for most recent apps in all categories or drill down into one specific category like games - kids or games - action or so on.
51:48
VOICEMAIL - Apple_Pay_AMEX_Canada
VOICEMAIL - ERAN_CA_APPLE_PAY_TO_CANADA
Hi Rob
Are you or your listeners aware of an iOS app that can manage setting up forwarding rules for text messages?
Regards,
Athan
Troy, MI
Listener from the beginning
Hi rob,
I am looking for a good ad blocker for my ios9 iphone5 but I couldn't find any.
Can you or the listeners can help me with this?
Btw, my iPhone is on 9.0.2 and jailbroken.
Thanks and love the show,
Alon from Israel
Hello Rob,
I moved up to a 6S and for some reason, I can’t get the Camera App (Apple’s) to keep HDR ON. I’ve been to the Apple Store and nobody there can make it stick either. Any suggestions sir?
Gary in Boise
VOICEMAIL - Bob_jailbreak_don’t_talk_about_much
57:56
http://motherboard.vice.com/read/
somebody-just-won-1-million-
bounty-for-hacking-the-iphone
A startup called Zerodium offered a 1 Million dollar bounty if someone could figure out a hack for the iPhone where that exploit could be done via the browser. The requirements were the remote exploit had to work on a new iphone or iPad running the latest version of iOS and would allow the attacker to install any app they wanted with full privileges. Also it had to come via Safari, Chrome, a Text or multimedia message.
And there was actually a winner - the winning team submitted the exploit just a few hours before the expiration of the contest - which was in October.
The exploits found - as it required multiple one to do this - come via the Safari and Chrome browsers.
58:40
http://www.redmondpie.com/theres-
a-jailbreakme-like-jailbreak-for-ios-
9.1-9.2-but-you-cant-have-it/
However for those hoping for a JailbreakMe like jailbreak - which was the last Browser based jailbreak back in 2011 - yeah - keep hoping - because it does not sound like the company that put up the bounty has any plans to do jailbreaking. They are using the info for their security company and their clients who include major corporation in defense, technology, and finance - looking for protection from Zero day attacks.
So essentially they will keep the hack info private and away from Apple - so they can say to their clients - hey this hack exists - so you should pay us to put in a patch to protect your employees and data.
Kind of like saying - hey we know which baby strollers have a fatal design flaw and we will tell you which ones to buy for your kids to keep them safe. Kinda like that.
Anyway - Expect Apple to be working to fix this quickly - once they find it.
http://ipadproup.blogspot.com/2015/
11/pangu-9-jailbreak-vs-1-
million-bounty.html
59:41
VOICEMAIL - Daniel_UK_did_not_buy_appleTV
Hi Rob,
This is Sieghard from British Columbia, Canada. I would like to get a selfi stick for my wife for Christmas and was wondering if you and your listeners could provide some recommendations. When I looked on Amazon.ca for “selfi stick” I found more results than you can shake a stick at (pun intended). Of course it should have some sort of remote shudder functionality and I see that some seem to have that on the stick handle whereas others come with a little remote, just curious what your listeners have bought, liked or not liked.
Regards,
Sieghard
Hey Rob,
Siri can have a selective accent.
Hopefully it'll be the same for most recent versions of iOS (I think it's more about the voice than the OS), but I'm currently running 9.0.2, and under the 'Voice' selection within Settings->General->Accessibility->Speech->Voices->English (US) - whew - I'm using the 'Samantha (Enhanced)' voice.
Ensure 'Speak Selection' is turned on (in the Speech section), and then have Samantha (Enhanced) speak the following sentence:
It's getting late here in Boston.
Nothing special, right? Okay, now select and have Samantha speak the following, lengthy sentence and see if you notice something different about the pronunciation of a particular word:
It's getting late here in Boston, and the skies are beginning to clear up.
If it's not obvious, slow her speech speed down a bit and try again. I'd love to hear from the programmer(s) about why the different results from differing sentence lengths, but I doubt we'll ever know.
FWIW, I tried a couple of other 'Enhanced' voices but didn't hear the same pronunciation variance. I also tried a few other large city names that have stereotypical pronunciations by locals (eg Chicago, New York, etc), but to no avail. It looks like, Samantha (Enhanced) only has one little 'trick' up her sleeve.
Regards,
-DanO
VOICEMAIL - BOB_LI_LOOKING_FOR_PHONE_POUCH
For Ep 372 - For Ask Siri this comes from Brian K.
Sing me a lulliby
1:07:55
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TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 371
Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast - First up I want to thank STACY for sending in the music you hear in the background. STACY wrote:
Hi Rob,
I created this song called EMOTING CIRCUITRY with the App Korg Gadget - and the track was “mastered" within Audioshare
This is from my Album Space age Sonic Goodness where all the songs were created on iOS devices. You can find my music by searching for Spectral Sevenths two words in Spotify.
Regards,
Stacy P
SONG EMOTING CIRCUITRY
Thanks STACY for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode. I also want to thank JEFF for sending in the Artwork for today's show. JEFF wrote the following:
Hi Rob,
The attached image was created from a photo of our local bridge , shot on my iPhone 5s. The image was then opened in the Rollworld app to create the circular image. Text and touch up done in Sketch club app and sepia charcoal effect added in Photostudio HD.
Regards,
Jeff K
Thanks JEFF, for sending in this artwork and folks you can see JEFF'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 371 - or at instagram.com/todayinios and also as a stand alone post in the VIP section and at Facebook.com/todayinios.
If you have some artwork and or music you have created on your iOS device that you would like to share with the audience please email it to me at today in iOS at gmail dot com and please make sure to include which app or apps you used to create said artwork and or music.
02:34
In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote As for tablets , there simply aren’t any good Windows-based choices, so the iPad is a natural pick. But Windows 8 tablets are on the way, and there will be no NEED for iPads in the enterprise. unquote
Preston Gralla, Computerworld, 13 Feb 2012
Well then I guess those numbers of 98% of fortune 500 using the iPad - yeah that must all be about WANT and not NEED. As the phrase goes it’s good to Want things - Just Sayin
03:10
Sadly no new promo codes this week. Bad Marketer are you if you have a paid app and did not send in the codes.
A QUICK REMINDER if you are an App developer or an iBook Author email me if you want your app or iBook featured in the promo give away segment FOR FREE We Just need the 5 promo codes or more to give away. simply email me at today in ios @ gmail.com and please include a 60 sec or less audio review of your app or iBook - indicating you are the dev or author. Also when you send in the promo codes - please make sure to let me know when they expire.
04:08
First up I do want to mention briefly that iOS 9.2 beta 2 was released to devs - as was iOS 9.2 beta 1 since the last episode. items new in the 9.2 beta -
Safari View Controller - this is the new safari window that opens up when you click on a link in some apps. It can now be dismissed using an edge swipe.
There is a new Action Extensions support in safari that allows third party applications to tap into mobile safari. For example 1Password could auto-fill passwords if given permission by the user.
But mostly from what I read iOS 9.2 both beta’s 1 and 2 were about squashing bugs man. So unless you are a dev - really at this point not much reason to install the iOS 9.2 beta. Unless you just have to live on the edge.
Ok - now on to talking about Apple TV.
05:20
Before I get into your Apple TV reviews and others out there - I want to go over my Thoughts of the new Apple TV 4th gen.
First off - it is not perfect - far from it. But I do really like it.
Some of the good to start.
I like the Apps - my kids love the apps. Now mind you I have the Game Controller and that definitely improves the quality of the Apple TV experience.
Actually let me read an email sent in that fits well with that.
Hi Rob,
So far so good! My 6-year-old son is playing Crossy Road as we speak.
The great news I totally wasn't expecting is that it plays slow-mo videos directly over AirPlay. And they load almost instantly. With the older Apple TV it took awhile to buffer videos and slow-mo didn't work at all.
Bad news is I can't connect the Remote app from my iPhone 6s. Hopefully there's an update coming soon.
Regards,
Aric B
Per playing videos via AirPlay I had the Apple TV 2nd gen (well technically still do) and Airplaying videos was painful. I mean mindnumbingly un-apple like painful.
With the Apple TV 4th gen - WOW WOW WOW. One of my favorite if not my favorite feature of Apple TV 4th gen is how well videos play on it from my iphone 6+
Aric - Thanks for the email - and yes - the lack of support of the remote app - painful to say the least when having to enter emails and passwords. I will get to that in a bit.
But games are really great - and having the second game controller - I was able to set it up to play cross roads with two players at once - which the kids love. To do that - get to the screen where you can choose your avatar - and swipe to the left all the way. And you can choose two player option. kind of hidden.
Ok - So I like the Apps and the Video playback via AirPlay. Those are two big plusses. I really really like the volume control on the remote - it makes it so I don’t have to have two remote all the time. I do like that the main remote can be used as a motion controller like with a Wii. Check out the free game labyrinth for some nice motion control action.
For other night time Action - check out the free Fireplace Apps.
A lot of the Value for Apple TV 4th gen will ultimately be in the Apps - that is why I was so excited for the Apps to be added.
That also means there will be a little bit a slow period for that value to be seen as it just launched. More apps will be added - word of mouth will kick in - and you will see and hear of better apps - thus increasing the value of your Apple TV quite a bit - but to start with you have to look at it right now as almost in a beta phase.
That said - right now I already have close to 50 apps installed and have not paid for one of them. With well over half of those apps being game apps for the KIDS - wink wink. Calculation how much I would have paid for similar apps on the Xbox and the Apple TV has already paid for itself.
But lets not forget it is also a set top box for Video - and well the netflix app and HBO now apps are there - and we get back Youtube - I was on the 2nd gen. So a little plus there. And there are other video streaming services and apps that were not on Apple TV - but to be fair - were on the Roku - so not sure how much a plus that is - just a getting to on par there.
Now lets talk about some of the issues I have seen.
1. I mentioned this is a set top box and you use it to watch videos and videos are watched in the dark. Apple thanks for the option to light up the buttons - oh - wait never mind there is no option to light up the buttons - unless you count needing to keep my iPhone near by to look at the remote. I guess over time I will learn where all the buttons are and not need to look - yes I know the old remote did not have it - but the old remote I was used to.
2. Entering in emails - passwords or any text is a major lesson in frustration - apple gives you a long string of characters and you have scroll back and forth. There is no box of characters where you can move left right up and down - making it faster.
3. Podcasts App - as in the complete lack there of. I am assuming this is still in development - as there have been some screen shots from demo units at stores that show it. But still where is it - ok - really can’t complain to loud no one actually listens to podcasts on set top boxes - but if you were one of those three people I bet you are pissed.
4. SIRI - why will it not work in search boxes. Would be really nice for you to just say - Tesla of Go-Karts - in the youtube app and it pull up those videos for you.
5. Getting used to when I push the top of the remote to do an action and when I push the play / pause button. Honestly some of the times I do one and not the other make no sense. But it is something I need to get used to - so basically Learning Curve - would be this item - and the fact there is one.
6. There is no quick and easy way to see how much of your storage you have used. At least not that I could find.
7. Some apps require downloads of the same content over and over. For example one racing app - required you download a specific data pack for different courses. So you get the download and play that course but then finish that course and go to the next - again another download - but if you go back to the first course - you needed to download again. Would be nice if it left things in a temp storage area and only deleted when you needed to download other items and deleted based on longest times since you last used. There seems to be a lot of re-downloading of content for apps with different courses and data packs.
There is an article from Jonny Evans at ComputerWolrd titled - 7 Apple TV Flaws Apple should fix Fast. And I think that fix fast item is important. His 7 by the way are mostly different then my 7. A lot of writers have written about a lot of issues or complaints they have - and well - lets play some feedback from listeners of Tii and I will try to comment after or even during each.
VOICEMAIL - Jim_PA_APPLE_TV_fdbk
VOICEMAIL - Rob_KY_appleTV_returning
Hi Rob,
It is a bad idea to make the remote for the Apple TV out of glass, be careful with yours Rob!
Regards,
Ron L
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Steve - The Apple Remote App for iOS - last updated on April 21st - now lists in the description - quote Note Remote is only compatible with Apple TV 3rd generation or earlier. unquote.
HUH. The optimist in me is saying that the update to the Remote app is minutes or maybe Hours or at words days away. The pessimist say - well it is a g-rated show so I can’t say what the pessimist in me says. Hint - one of the words rymes with duck????? With a What the before that.
And there is another much longer email from Scott in DC to end the episode on his thoughts and his disappointment for getting the AppleTV.
But my overall review is this - I really like the new Apple TV - and see a lot of potential to love it soon. But that will require some updates to the remote app and better layout of the text entry screens. And of course some killer apps.
I mentioned before the Multiplayer Crossy Roads app option - if you find any other games where you can have two or more players at once - please email those to me - todayinios at gmail dot com - and I will put together a list as a text post I put up on the Tii Site and in the Tii App and keep updating as more come in.
23:33
http://www.imore.com/how-play-crossy-road-
multiplayer-apple-tv
Here is an email Per 2 player Crossy Roads.
Hi Rob,
I wanted to try playing 2-player Crossy Road with my son using my iPhone as the 2nd controller and finally figured out how it's done (I thought maybe you'd want to try it with your kids, wanted to spare you the frustration). Just follow the instructions here:
And he provided a link to a tutorial at iMore. Turn on that ad blocker.
BTW do you know if there's a list of Apple TV games you can play using the iPhone as a 2nd controller?
Regards,
Aric B
Thanks Aric - and folks look for the link to Multiplayer Crossy Road - in the show notes for ep 371 at today in iOS dot com.
24:27
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26:32
http://iphone.appleinsider.com/articles/15/11/02/review-
fourth-gen-apple-tv-with-siri-remote-and-tvos-app-store
Apple Insider had a very detailed review.
But lets cut to the chase - the end of the review.
Pros
The siri remote with touchpad works great
Universal search finally makes it easier to locate content
the app store and iCloud integration are off to a promising start
and Game controller support is already better then on iOS
Cons
Siri doesn’t support the app store or apple music - yet
why no iOS remote app support
and at $149 some may want to wait for more cord cutting incentives.
As I said earlier there were many other reviews - but I think Fortune had one of the best titles which sums it up well.
Quote Apple TV’s bid to fix Television Strong - despite flaws unquote.
And the good news is most flaws are things that can be fixed in a future update.
http://www.computerworld.com/article/3000816/apple-
ios/7-apple-tv-flaws-apple-should-fix-fast.html
27:54
https://plex.tv
One thing I know a few people had hoped for with an App store was support of Plex for Apple TV - and that support did come in the way of the Plex App. So congrats to all those Plex users.
For those that do not know what plex is - quote Plex is a centralize home media playback system with a powerful central server - the plex media server - that streams its media to many plex player apps - the server is available on many platforms like windows, OS TEN, and many flavors of Linux as well as many NAS devices like ReadyNAS or Synolgy - unquote
To break it down further - Plex allows you play media you have stored in a centralized place - in another place. And now one of those another places is Apple TV. Which is cool because it is connected to a big screen TV.
If any of the Plex Users want to call in with their review of the Plex app - it would be appreciated - and after my over simplification probably highly warranted.
28:57
http://www.redmondpie.com/how-to-take-a-
screenshot-on-apple-tv-4/
I got so excited when I saw this next title come across the wire so to speak- it was the title quote How to take a screeshot on AppleTV 4 unquote. Oh cool - I thought - hold two buttons down or something like that and bam you have a screen shot - that will come in handy. Sadly that is not exactly how it works.
Step 1 is launch the mac App store - yes Mac App store - so right there I knew I was going to be disappointed.
Step 2 - search for and download Apples Xcode Development environment
Step 3 - with Xcode installed connect Apple TV to your computer via a USB-C to USB cable - Joy - need to get one of them.
Step 4 - Launch the recently installed Xcode application
Step 5 - Select Window Option from Top Menu
Step 6 - Select Devices
Step 7 - From the list of devices select the Apple TV
Step 8 Click on Take a Screenshot
So yeah ummm - like I said definitely a little disappointed in the process. Possible Yes - Practical - Heck no.
By the way that same article goes over how to record video. Which I can see being a little more useful - if interested the two of you can go to the link in the show notes again titled - How to take a screen shot on an Apple TV 4
http://www.imore.com/screenshot-apple-tv
30:36
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Hi Rob,
I would like to share my observations about the moving of the headphone jack and power button on the 6/6s and the 6 plus/6s plus phones. Before, when listening with headphones on my previous 4s, the phone in my back pocket would pick up pocket lint in the power jack port. If I just put the phone in my back pocket after using it (without headphones), I would drop it in top end first and it would repeatedly trip the power button sucking the battery life out of it. The new placement of these two items solved both problems. Sure it took a little getting used to the power button on the side but I am very pleased with the changes made. I don't know if this is why the changes were made but it works quite well for me.
Regards,
-Mike
Hi Rob
This is in relation to Katies voiceover problem i had the same issue. All she has to do is go into settings and general, accessability and to where it says voiceover on, select it and she will find more settings, scroll down to speech where she will find default dialect. She has the option to enhance whichever dialect she selects Ok hope this helps,
Regards,
Dave in Limerick Ireland
Hi Rob,
For Katie who upgraded to 9.1 and now has a strange voice over language
Go to settings, General, accessibility, voice-over, speech
From their choose default language and then select the language that you want.
I have noticed that sometimes after upgrading voice-over will lose the enhanced language even if it is selected as an option. So you need to select it again and it may need to download the enhanced language version before it will be installed correctly
Thanks Rocco
VOICEMAIL - Daryl_answr_voiceOver_issue
35:10
https://plus.google.com/communities/
105412562215997292912?cfem=1
We are now over 2,500 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 that went up since the last episode came from MATT SHAW who posted the following question
Quote
I'm looking for an app that will scan receipts and harvest the transaction date, business name, sale prices, total etc. for searching and sorting. I am aware that some apps can harvest names and contact information from business cards and I am looking for something similar for receipts. I don't need this for expense account purposes so it's O.K. if it does not
provide that. I've tried a few receipt scanner apps but they don't seem to do this.
Unquote
The concensus response was to look at Expensify and Tim Saulmon did confirm it will do this. Thanks Tim.
Since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts and comments in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android fan bois free zone and spammer free zone. Yup it is the most civil Google+ community covering iOS.
Folks Go to today in iOS dot com slash community to join in.
And thanks to all 2500+ of you already in the community and contributing.
Also from the Google Plus community was this post from Gary Tonsley who wrote:
Hello iOS community.
Quick question for the UK based members.
Any idea if the new Apple TV has a Sky Go app? If so, I'm ready to push the purchase button 👇🏻
Thanks.
Gary
And looking at the answers - it appears that Sky News app is available but not Sky Go. But if anyone in the UK finds out about Sky Go being available for the Apple TV 4 please let us know
37:13
http://9to5mac.com/2015/10/30/ipad-pro-release-date/
There have been a few rumors about when the iPad Pro would go on sale - 9 to 5 mac was reporting it will be available on Nov 11th well at least to purchase. However Sams club is reporting it is available for pre-order now - and it will be shipping to customers on Nov 13th. Sam’s club info was not really a rumor however as it was available for pre-order already - and are already sold out. Base unit with 32 GB and wifi was $787 and the 128 gb wifi only was $937. which both are just a little lower then the $799 and $949 prices apple said they would be.
http://www.apple.com/shop/buy-ipad/ipad-pro
I was very much expecting if you want to apple dot com slash shop slash buy dash iPad slash iPad dash pro - that the buying page would be live - but it is not yet.
Maybe this weekend - maybe on Monday.
Maybe Apple will do what they did with the Apple TV - Monday morning around 6:00 AM PT / 9:00 AM ET it will become available on line.
Really surprised Apple let Samsclub beat them to the punch.
Actually shocked it was for sale on the Sam Clubs store before the Apple store.
Again note Sams club was not the Cellular version.
As a reminder the per what will be available for the iPad Pro.
there are 3 versions - Wifi only 32 GB version - A wifi only 128 GB version and a Wifi+Cellular 128 GB version. Pricing for all three are $799, $949 and $1079 respectively.
Then there is the Apple Pencil - $99
And the Apple Smart Keyboard - $129
so fully loaded and with the pencil and keyboard and you are just over 13 hundred dollars for a total of $1,307.
I will send out a push notification once I hear it is for sale - and will post in the Google+ community as well. So make sure you have the Tii App and have joined our google plus community as todayinios dot com slash community.
http://festwiz.blogspot.com/2015/11/ipad-pro-pre-
orders-now-open-november.html
http://www.samsclub.com/sams/ipad-pro/
prod19690504.ip?navAction=
40:02
http://www.macworld.com/article/2983385/ipad/the-
ipad-pro-is-a-pilot-fish-for-apples-arm-laptop.html
MacWorld had a good article titled - The iPad Pro is a pilot fish for Apples’ ARM laptop.
Which makes sense as it should be as fast or almost as fast as the latest Macbook. If we see the slight bump is speed expected vs the iPhone 6S+.
The article also makes an interesting point. Vs the original iPad or the original MacBook Air or the Original iPhone for that matter - the iPad Pro is coming to market fully powered and then some.
My feeling when we look back a couple of years from now - I think the biggest thing we will note about the iPad being under powered at is storage. I think 128 GB max is too low. It should have been at least 258 GB if not more.
I know cloud this and cloud that - but the problem with clouds are they are not always right above your head. Your iOS device is not Joe Btfsplk - bonus points for those that got that reference. Of course if you know the back story on Joe - you don’t want your iOS device to be him anyway. Point is sometimes the clouds clear up and it is a sun shinny day. And that is not good for data.
So having storage - especially for business reasons is nice.
41:38
http://www.applecontroll.com/2015/10/
ipad-pro-hands-on-ideal-for.html
I did read an article at applecontroll dot com by Ahsan Zafar who is reporting of feedback by Fraser Spears who was able to get his hands on a iPad Pro at a recent london Education event for almost an hour.
He reports being impressed with the iPad Pro - finding it ideal for productivity Tasks.
And found harder for simpler for tasks like browsing and netflix. Really you are at an education event and you logged into Netflix. So tells Fraser us - how did the porn sites look ? I am guessing the one handed use would be harder there as well.
He did say the Apple Pencil is extremely impressive and calls it the best iPad stylus he ever used and palm rejection is nearly perfect - yeah - lets see how it handles lefties.
He was a little unhappy with the iPad Pro’s smart Keyboard because of size.
I am very interested in testing out the Apple Pencil and keyboard to see how they work.
Hopefully I will have one in the next week plus.
42:50
http://www.cbsnews.com/news/how-ipad-
pro-and-microsoft-surface-compare/
Here is an article I have keep pushing to the next episode. How long have I been pushing it - well here is the email that came with it.
Hi Rob,
Chiefs look pretty good so far.
This article has some good insight. FYI.
Dr. John M
Yeah - saying the Chief’s look good means it has been a while.
The article is titled How iPad Pro and Microsoft Surface Compare. and it is from CBS MoneyWatch.
It is a good article to review if you are looking at the iPad Pro for a business use case.
Also if you are on the fence - well don’t go ordering this week. As there will be many of the usual suspects releasing reviews of the iPad Pro next week - if it is going on sale on Monday. These are the reviews from people Apple gave review units to early.
But once it ships to the public - that is when the good reviews come out.
No offense to any of the usual suspects - but you don’t get to be a usual suspect unless you pull a few punches. Just Sayin.
Plus if you listen to this show - you get my feedback - and I have been called both and Apple Fan boy only concerned about his stock and then also accused of pissing all over Apple Fan boys and Apple. So I think that at least gives me credibility if both sides are upset at me.
44:22
http://www.cnet.com/news/apple-cuts-50-off-
watch-price-when-purchased-with-iphone/
Thanks to Michael for this next one.
Which is that you can save $50 on an Apple watch when you also buy an iPhone. This is a limited time offer and only available at the Apple store - physical type with the blue shirts. Not the online store. Offer expires on Nov 15th.
44:47
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46:35
http://appleinsider.com/articles/15/11/04/aclu-google-is-
embarrassed-by-android-not-protecting-vulnerable-
users-like-apples-ios
I think I should call this next segment the How right were WE segment - And this refers to issues with Android that make us realize we were right with the decision we made to go with iOS. I have some music in the background I found. Which I think is CC and ok to use.
Actually have 3 quick articles this week.
One is titled - ACLU: Google is embarrassed by Android Security, isn’t protecting vulnerable users like Apples iOS
The article starts by saying quote the difference between encryption and security on iOS and Android isn’t just a technical issue - but a digital security divide unquote - this according to the principal technologist for the ACLU Chris Soghioan.
He said this is because quote "Apple sells luxury goods and Google gives away services for free in return for access to data," unquote, highlighting that the difference wasn't purely technical but a corporate decision.
quote "Google has by far the best security team of any company in Silicon Valley, unquote Soghioan said, but continued, quote "the security people I know at Google are embarrassed by Android. unquote
48:05
http://www.redmondpie.com/android-factory-reset-
protection-can-be-bypassed-on-samsung-phones-video/
Next up in this segment is an article titled.
Quote Android Factory Reset Protection can be bypassed on Samsung Phones unquote from Redmond pie.
To which I say - of course.
Android Lollipop was supposed stop this from being possible.
This being access to the device after resetting an Android device via Recovery mode.
In short - you were not supposed to be able to force a reset on the device without it wiping everything clean and keeping you out. Thus is someone stole your Android phone they would not be able to access data. But there is a simple bypass that gets around that and allows the thief or spy to get access to your data. Which I think leads us into this next one nicely.
48:52
http://www.foxnews.com/tech/2015/11/02/daniel-craig-
rejected-50-million-offer-to-carry-android-
phone-in-spectre.html
And Thanks to William T for this next one or as he says - this sums up Android Pretty Well.
Plus I had to get a Bond reference in this episode somehow. And this story is great. Let me start with this quote with regards to the latest bond film Spectre
"Sam and Daniel don't like the Sony phone for the film, In their minds, the Sony phone is not the 'best’." said president of worldwide business affairs Andrew Gumpert in an email that was scooped up in the Sony Pictures leak.
They rejected a $5 Million Offer for Bond to Carry the phone with a total of an $18 million offer for being called the exclusive vendor.
But it gets better. Sam and Daniel turned down a similar $5 Mil offer for bond to carry with total of $50 Million deal from Samsung.
Yes - the idea of Bond using an Android was such an anti-bond image Daniel Craig and Sam Medes turned down $50 Mil. Look even David Niven and George Lazenby would have turned down this offer.
Heineken beer however - no problems - and well that really sums it up.
50:19
VOICEMAIL - Stan_KY_fixed_issue_syns_over_wifi
Hi Rob
I just thought I'd let you know that I tried to review the Tii app on numerous occasions and unfortunately it is virtually impossible for me. I think it's because of Voice over i don't know. All i know is it is VERY frustrating! I get as far as selecting 5 stars and my name in like 10 seconds and then it brings me back out to the app description page 😠 any suggestions are welcome
regards
Dave in Ireland
And I did check with Dave and he is on the latest version of iOS 9.1 and on an iPhone 6S plus and trying to write the review in the App Store App. If anyone knows the trick to writing a review for an App in the App store on iOS 9.1 with voiceover - please let us know.
VOICEMAIL - Jim_PA_Podcast_app_glass
54:59
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cleargrass/amber-
a-watchcase-power-bank-for-apple-watch
This week for a kickstarter project - we have one called Amber - a watchcase power bank for Apple Watch.
This one had a goal of $50,000 - it has raised almost double that and has until Nov 13th at 10:28 AM to finish funding.
From their description quote A chic watchcase which enables you to charge Apple Watch on the go, no need to sit at a desk and wait, charges iPhone as well.
unquote
So this is a mix of a case for your apple watch and a battery pack - and when your Apple watch is in the case - it is being charged. But you can also plug your iPhone into it to charge it as well.
For the road warrior - this looks like a very nice product.
Pricing on this is $55. And they say it will ship in Feb 2016.
There are four colors to choose from.
It looks nice but there is one design flaw I see - and the is when your watch is in the case - the side of the case blocks you from seeing the whole face. If they had notched out the case or made it lower in the front - when your Apple watch is on its side and charging and the case is open - then you would be able to see the watch in night stand mode. Something they should have thought of. especially since some of their photos show it in night stand mode - but with over half the face of the watch blocked.
The other down side is you have to use your own Apple watch charger cord. So it is really $55 + $29 for the cord.
It is nice looking and functional - and is one I came close to funding. But did not pull the trigger on this one - I need to control my spending on kickstarter.
Again if you travel a lot - this is a nice option - hence the reason over 1,300 people have funded this already - search for Amber at kickstarter dot com
56:56
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/289346553/move-
first-wireless-charger-for-iphone-and-apple-w?ref=nav_search
Here is another kickstarter project around the Apple Watch and charging - this we received the heads up fromCarl Vandenberg in the google+ community who wrote:
quote
This looks like a great Kickstarter project for Apple Watch owners. I got the first project from Enblue and it was very good quality.
"We are very, very proud of the final product. MOVE!, the very first wireless charger, power bank and mobile docking solution for iPhone and Apple Watch. " quote from Enblue Kickstarter project MOVE
unquote
This project is titled - MOVE - The ultimate cable free travel pal for apple watch and iPhone
It had a goal of $40,000 and has just passed it and has until Nov 30th at 11:00 PM CT to be funded.
The describe it as quote Move the first cable free travel companion for your apple watch - charge your apple watch and iPhone anytime and anywhere you want unquote
This one does not require you bringing your own apple watch cable.
Features include - Lightning Adapter, Magnetic Apple Watch Module, Wall Charger, 2 - 2200 mAh batteries, Docking Station, Travel Adapter and Nightstand buddy - what ever that means.
Pricing on this one is $129 - vs $85 for the last one - but this one does not require any extra cords. Delivery on this one is slated for April 2016.
If you are looking for a portable way to charge your Apple Watch - you have two projects to choose from - I recommend you watch both videos before making a choice.
For this one Search for Move in the show notes for ep 371 - as searching for Move at kickstarter does not find it.
59:06
http://www.infoworld.com/article/2996879/ios/cisco-
fixes-ios-9-compatibility-issue-that-blocked-some-vpns.html
Hi Rob
I’ve been listening intently to get your go ahead to update to the IOS 9 series software, which when you discussed it before today you indicated was still a problem for VPN users. Then today you indicated that we should all go ahead and update. But I haven’t heard you change your position on the VPN issue. Can you please clarify? Were your instructions to update just for those who do not use VPN or has the VPN issue been corrected? Thank you in advance.
REgards,
Joan
Hi Joan,
What I was saying if you already updated to iOS 9 - then update to 9.1
But - if you are still at iOS 8.X - and holding off because of the VPN issue - I can’t recommend you update yet - as I have still not been able to find confirmation the VPN issues are fixed.
Sorry for not making that clear on the show. I will hopefully have an answer one way or the other on the next episode.
Rob W
And one of the answers I have is this - Cisco updated its AnyConnect VPN client - and the new update now works with iOS 9.x
So now Split-tunnel VPN’s again work correctly.
However there is not much news on the other VPN’s affected.
At this point - if you are needing to VPN into your work - it is best that you specifically ask your IT guru at work - if your VPN works with iOS 9.1 - Especially if you are using Freedome VPN, ExpressVPN, and Open VPN clients.
Fun times.
1:01:03
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/wristructions/
id1046240496?mt=8
Into the email bag.
QUOTE Hi Moondog,
Long time listener.
I am an app developer
Side Bar - Well played - using Moondog - it shows you are a listener. I get lots of bogus emails from devs that say things like I love your blog - umm yeah. ok - end side bar.
I recently got an Apple Watch. My wife (barely) excused the purchase because I told her I was going to make apps for it.
Side bar again - When you say wife barely with barely in brackets excused - are you saying she is barely your wife or she barely excused you or maybe it is both because of the purchase. Hmmm - English is a funny language.
Ok end side bar.
One of the main apps I was hoping to find was one where the user could create a custom set of instructions that they may use in the future, whether it be making a recipe, or setting something up at their home or work.
There are so many hands on tasks that I do periodically, and I don't want to worry if I skip a step, miss a timer, or make a mistake, and I don't want to pull up my phone every time to see the next step to perform.
After vigorous searching, I came to find there is not yet an Apple Watch app where you can create your own tasks, preset timers if you want, and have them presented in step by step instructions on your watch, so I made the app myself.
It's not obvious at first how useful it is, because the concept of how smart watches can help your life is still new, but after you use it, it may seriously change the way you do things every day.
After making it, I realized that this will especially revolutionize cooking. So if you are a chef, then this app will be your best friend, but it is designed to be useful for everyone.
Because it is essentially instructions for any task on your wrist, I titled it "Wristructions" (one word)
side bar - Nice use again of knowing how I say things on the show with the use of One Word - end side bar ,
and it is free to everyone with an Apple Watch.
Once this app gets popular, I am planning on charging for it, so get it while it's still free :)
Hope this helps you all,
Regards,
Chris Meehan
unquote
Well Chris - thanks for making this app and letting Tii Listeners know about it. Folks search for Wristructions - one word in the App store or in the show notes for ep 371.
1:03:41
http://newsroom.t-mobile.com/media-kits/4g-lte-cellspot.htm
Hi Rob, Congrats on the World Series championship to share with the boys. Pretty cool. This looks sweet. Dr. John M
Thanks Dr. John for the congrats and for the heads up on this.
What Dr. John is talking about is the 4G LTE CellSpot from T-Mobile - this is as they call it the first-ever 4G LTE mini tower - or in other words a PicoCell.
It is designed for indoor use up to 3,000 sq ft.
And according to the press release it is available as of Nov 2nd to Simple Choice Postpaid customers at absolutely no cost for as long as they are with T-mobile. They also talk about just a $25 security deposit - but if you have been with them a bit - they will waive the fee. At least they did for me when I called to order it.
Yes - Called - as it is not available on the website store.
I called 877-746-0909 - and you need to ask them for help getting it - expect to be bounced around to a couple of people - but once to the right person it was quick and painless and penniless to get one. I should have it by Wednesday. I am excited as most of the time in my house where I live I am in the one bar - -110 db range.
It looks like you can also visit your local t-mobile store to get one - but since they are not charging for shipping and also waived the $25 deposit fee - I would suggest trying the 877-747-0909 number - if you again are a T-mobile customer and say you are interested in the 4G LTE CellSpot that t-mobile announced on November 2nd.
I will report back on how it was to set up and how it works on future episodes.
1:05:50
VOICEMAIL - Mike_CA_laggy_performance_reset_network_settings
Hi,
I have been watch your show for a little over a year. I have a question that I hope you can answer. Is there any way to pull the voice mails off of my iPhone and put them on my pc. My mom has just passed away and I would like to back it up to my pic so that I would never loose them. Is there any way to do this?
Thanks,
Richard Banks
Hi Rob!
Is there any way of using the iPhone to record phone calls? I would like to be able to use this feature when on an important call.
Thank you. Love the show.
Regards,
Shawna
Hi Shawna - there are four ways to record phone calls with an iPhone. Method one - is work through a 3rd party service where they act as the man in the middle and your calls go through them and they record the calls. These services cost money on a per minute charge usually. And you set it up where all incoming and outgoing calls go through them. Not what I would recommend.
Second is getting a physical device you connect to your phone to pull out the call - RECAP is one of those items.
the third way is to jailbreak and install an app to allow call recording.
And the fourth and easiest method first you sign up with the service Freeconferencecalling dot com. From that you get a conference call line - where you can record your call.
What you do is you set them up as a contact and remember your passcode and pin. I make the Passcode and pin the last name and first name is ConfCall - and before you call someone - you call the conference call line - then type 5 and star - you will hear conference call recording. Then on your phone you type add call - and call who you want. then once they answer - you merge the calls. So it is you - them and the conference call line - which is recording everything.
When the call is done - the other person hangs up - and you then type - 5 star and if you did it right you will hear conference recording stopped.
That is the easiest and cheapest way to record calls on an iPhone. By the way if someone calls you and you know you want to record it - just tell them you are on another call and need to get rid of them and then do the add call - call the conference number - do the 5 star to start it - and then do the merge calls.
You should check your state on the legality of this - for example since I am in Kansas - it is fine for me to record someone with out telling them - I am in a one party state. which means only one party needs to give approval to record a conversation. But some states require both parties to consent. If you google One party states - you will see a wiki article on this. Again always abide by the law when doing phone recordings.
Thanks to Jeffrey, Ron, Emiko, Larry, Richard and Carl for their generous donations to the show toward the iPad Pro and Apple Pencil and keyboard. Folks if you would like to help out as well - there is a donate button in the lower right side of the today in iOS dot com site. Thanks again to everyone that has helped out.
Hi Rob,
I just couldn't make it past the bottom of the 12th. Longest game 1 in series history, I read. I'll have to try to catch a replay of the bottom of the 14th, sounds like it was exciting.
Being a Brewers fan, (I guess. Sigh.), it's actually nice to have someone to cheer for in the World Series. Go Royals!!
Phil S
VOICEMAIL - Kevin_CrossMan_Royals_apple_watch
For Ep 371 for the Ask Siri Segment I was going to ask siri what was the best baseball team a whole bunch of different ways - each time saying the royals - but then this email came in.
VOICEMAIL - Jeff_Redmond_Congrats_worldseries
Well thanks Jeff that is very classy of you - and would make me look really bad if I did what I planned. So rather I found something I thing Cubs fans could appreciate - cause not sure what is coming first. Actually this was sent in from Craig.
Ep 371 - Ask SIRI when is the end of the world.
1:15:59
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 3,300 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.
Thanks again to Boll & Branch for sponsoring this episode - Folks go right now to Boll and branch dot com with boll spelled b o l l - and use promo code t i i - to save $50 off the nicest sheets you have ever owned with free shipping to boot.
Finally there is the Tii App which is 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. It is fully Voiceover friendly of course. Please go right now and download the Tii App and Did I mention it is free.
And that folks is going to do it for us today -
OUTRO
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VOICEMAIL - Ron_OH_podcast_app_button
VOICEMAIL - Matt_NC_iPhone6S_just_got_general_fdbk
VOICEMAIL - Scott_DC_AppleTV_feedbk_not_happy
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Tii - iTem 0370 - Apple TV on sale and Apple Q3 2015 Quarterly Report
Give us a call - 1-206-666-6364
Send us an email - todayinios@gmail.com
Apple Q3 2015 - Quarterly Report Summary:
Rev = $51.5 Billion (vs $42.1 Billion a year ago quarter and $49.6 Billion last quarter)
Total Cash = $205.7 Billion (Up $2.9 Billion for the quarter from $202.8 Billion)
Last Quarter Sales:
iPhones Sold = 48.1 Mil (vs 39.3 Mil a year ago quarter and 47.5 Mil last quarter)
iPads Sold = 9.9 Mil (vs 12.3 Mil a year ago quarter and 10.9 Mil last quarter)
Mac's Sold = 5.7 Mil (vs 5.5 Mil a year ago quarter and 4.8 Mil last quarter)
PR from Apple
PDF from Apple
Links Mentioned in this Episode:
Today's Sponsor - Harrys.com - Promo Code = Tii
Today's Sponsor - Casper.com/tii - Promo Code = tii
How many iPhones did Apple sell last quarter?
The iPhone 6s is listening for the ‘Hey Siri’ command, most of the time
Camera Shoot out - Android Authority
Enhanced Editions of Harry Potter Series on iBooks
Google+ Community - Ep 370
Apple TV 3 Gets Three New Channels
iPhone 7 rumors - Barrons
Quarter - Kickstarter
Facebook has figured out why it’s draining your iPhone battery
Apple's 3D Touch display used to weigh objects in new video
Apple Financial Results - Q4 2015
Apps Mentioned in this Episode:
Tii - Free App
Korg Gadget
AudioShare
Lock Screens
Fotor
Golden Days
My Bus Times
Facebook
Direct download: tii_0370.mp3
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TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 370
Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast - First up I want to thank STACY for sending in the music you hear in the background. STACY wrote:
Hi Rob,
I created this song called FARMING EXTINCTION with the App Korg Gadget - and the track was “mastered" within Audioshare
This is from my Album Space age Sonic Goodness where all the songs were created on iOS devices. You can find my music by searching for Spectral Sevenths two words in Spotify.
Regards,
Stacy P
SONG FARMING EXTINCTION
Thanks STACY for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode. I also want to thank STEPHANIE for sending in the Artwork for today's show. STEPHANIE wrote the following:
Hi Rob,
I used an app called "lock screens" to get the background and Halloween effect, then added the text with the app "fotor".
Oh and I created this with my NEW Rose Gold IPhone6s plus.. which I lovvve!
Regards,
Stephanie
Long time listener from San Antonio TX
Thanks STEPHANIE, for sending in this artwork and folks you can see STEPHANIE'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 370 - or at instagram.com/todayinios and also as a stand alone post in the VIP section and at Facebook.com/todayinios.
If you have some artwork and or music you have created on your iOS device that you would like to share with the audience please email it to me at today in iOS at gmail dot com and please make sure to include which app or apps you used to create said artwork and or music.
02:24
In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote Tablets will not replace the traditional personal computer. The traditional PC is changing to adapt to the customer requirements. The tablet is an extra market for some niche customers.”
Yang Yuanqing, Chief Executive Officer, Lenovo Group Ltd.,
11 Jan 2012
According to Gartner in 2014 - All PC’s - laptops / Desktops / Ultraportables equaled 318 million units sold. Tablets in 2014 equaled 216 Million units sold. That is one heck of a Niche - Just Sayin
03:06
For Promo codes - On Ep 369 we offered up chances to win promo codes for THE APP - GOLDEN DAYS (two words) . If you are interested in this app or want more info go back and listen to the beginning of Ep 369
This week we have promo codes for The App - MY BUS TIMES (THREE words) - Here is the review from the dev.
PLAY PROMO MY BUS TIMES
Well thanks to the Devs for their review of their App - MY BUS TIMES and for sending in the promo codes to give away. Folks if you would like a chance for a promo code for this App - please send an email to todayinios at gmail dot com and put BUS in the subject line. AND this one I have 10 codes and will do a first come first serve for it - so get in the requests quick.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/my-bus-times/id966566885
A QUICK REMINDER if you are an App developer or an iBook Author email me if you want your app or iBook featured in the promo give away segment FOR FREE We Just need the 5 promo codes or more to give away. simply email me at today in ios @ gmail.com and please include a 60 sec or less audio review of your app or iBook - indicating you are the dev or author. Also when you send in the promo codes - please make sure to let me know when they expire.
05:05
http://fortune.com/2015/10/21/apple-iphone-q4-sales/
For multiple reasons - this is one of those episodes - where I record the beginning the night before and then stop - and come back after the Apple event - this time a quarterly call and finish up. That means everything prior to talking about The Quarterly conference call was recorded on Monday night. And to start I want to talk about some of the speculation from the Anal-ists on how iPhones sales were supposed to go last quarter. As I have said before the quarter that really matters is the one we are in now - and the reporting in January will be the one to watch - and guess what that is what most of the anal-ists are saying as well. The only way the numbers for last quarter are looked at as important is if they come in below what everyone or most everyone predicts.
This from data gathered by Philip Elmer Dewitt - The high prediction came in at 51.1 Million units by Sherri Scribner of Duetsche Bank - and the low was 45 Million by Sundeep Bajikar at Jefferies. As a reminder - on the last episode I put in an estimate of 49.2 Million units which was just above where they were previous quarter. And that would put me slightly above the average estimate from the Anal-ists which was 48.72 Mil units. We will see at the end of the episode how everyone did.
Interestingly - This is the first time in years - Philip did not put together data on the iPad predictions. It seems the iPad is getting less and less important over all. But interestingly he did put together estimates on Apple Watch orders for last quarter - which is a complete waste of time - as Tim Cook said flat out - Apple will not be giving out those numbers as they consider it competitive info - and do not want to tip off the competition with that data.
For the record on the last episode I predicted iPad sales of 9.6 Million units - we will get to all these numbers at the end of this episode. For now lets get into some other news.
07:34
http://appadvice.com/appnn/2015/10/the-iphone-6s-is-
listening-for-the-hey-siri-command-most-of-the-time
Thanks to Michael for this next one. Which is about when Siri on the iPhone 6S and 6S+ is and is not listening for H E Y siri.
Essentially SIRI is listening most of the time - whether plugged in or not - by default. But SIRI is not listening when your iPhone is placed face down. This is also true for other iPhones with siri when they are connected to power - I tried it with a couple where I said - H E Y siri - with power connected and them face up and she replied every time - but once I flipped the phones over and put them face down - Siri did not reply at all.
So if you don’t want Siri to respond to H E Y siri - just put your phone face down.
08:37
http://www.androidauthority.com/blind-camera-
shootout-winner-650299/
Thanks to John Hynes for the heads up on this next one - which is an article on a blind Camera Shoot out - where the Sony Xperia, Galaxy Note 5, LG G4 and the iphone 6S were all pitted against one another and there were multiple photos for people to pick their favorite. And when it was all said and done and the blind test results were tallied - the winner was - the iPhone 6S.
It received 38.2% of the vote to 34.1% Galaxy Note 5 to 17.7% for the Sony Xperia X5 and in last with 10 % was the LG G4.
So sometimes specs are not all that matters - but rather how the photos actually look - and that was what this shoot out was about. But here is the absolute best part - this test was done on Android Central. And the Comments after the results were revealed are comic genius - not intentionally so - but some of the Android users that found out after the fact they voted for the iPhone - well - they are in deep deep denial now - and trying to justify those pics saying things like - well they like instagram like photos and not quality photos. Huhhh.
Or the best comment was - this was not a blind test - people could have downloaded the photos and checked the photo info to figure it out. Ummm - yeah maybe - but who would do that and this was on an Android site with Android users doing the voting. Dooohhhh.
Nothing better then Android fan boys realizing they voted for an iPhone as the better phone. If you have some time to waste and want a good laugh or 20 - read the comments to the post titled - Camera Shoot out - Android Authority - in the show notes for ep 370.
10:42
http://www.apple.com/pr/library/2015/10/08Enhanced-
Editions-of-Harry-Potter-Series-Now-Available-Exclusively
-on-iBooks-for-iPhone-iPad-iPod-touch.html
One Press release from Apple I never managed to get on the show was the one from October 8th when apple announced quote
Enhanced Editions of Harry Potter Series Now Available Exclusively on iBooks for iPhone, iPad & iPod touch
For the First Time, Fans Can Enjoy All Seven Beloved Harry Potter Books in a New & Immersive Way unquote
Tim Cook said quote “Harry Potter fans are going to love how their favorite stories come to life, J.K. Rowling’s legendary series is perfect for enjoying on your iPad or iPhone and we’re thrilled to offer them exclusively on the iBooks Store. unquote
And JK Rowling said quote “I’m thrilled to see the Harry Potter books so beautifully realised on iBooks for the digital world; the artwork and animations in these enhanced editions bring the stories alive in a delightful new way,” unquote
Which is good timing for me - as I was getting ready to start introducing the boys to these books. And now I can do it as iBooks.
English versions are available now - with French, German and Spanish versions coming November 9th.
And I figure as soon as I get through all 7 of those books - they might be ready for some Game of Thrones. ok - maybe that will need to wait a bit longer. Considering they are still at captain underpants.
12:09
Here is a quote sent to me from Dan Miller host of 48 days to the work you love and sent to him from one of his listeners.
Quote
I am reading Benjamin Franklin's Autobiography and he wrote something that reminded me of you and your sponsor, Harry's.
"Human felicity is produc'd not so much by great pieces of good fortune that seldom happen, as by little advantages that occur every day. Thus, if you teach a poor young man to shave himself, and keep his razor in order, you may contribute more to the happiness of his life than in giving him a thousand guineas. The money may be soon spent, the regret only remaining of having foolishly consumed it; but in the other case, he escapes the frequent vexation of waiting for barbers, and of their sometimes dirty fingers, offensive breaths, and dull razors; he shaves when most convenient to him, and enjoys daily the pleasure of its being done with a good instrument."
Regards,
Artan
Unquote
And I want to thank Harrys for sponsoring this episode and for helping young men and old men and all men in between the value of a good shave. Folks 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.
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14:56
VOICEMAIL - Joe_NY_quest_turn_off_airplane_why
Hey Rob
I just got my iphone 6s plus over the weekend. I really love it. I did the check on my iphone6s plus to see which chip was in it, I have and the samsung chipset. I charged the iphone fully the evening and i had for 48hrs after that and battery fell to about 30% and I use it a bit heavily for emails, a bit of games, youtubing etc. Therefore I concluded this chipgate thing is blown way out of proportion.
Best regards
Stephen M from Belize.
Hi Rob,
In messages push and hold the camera icon and you get 2 quick options!
Regards,
Michael
Thanks Michael for that tip - so normally when you go into the messages app - and tap quickly on the Camera icon - you get the choice to select a recent photo from a preview of the last couple or select photo library or tap to take a photo or video or tap to cancel. But if you do as Michael suggests - you then get pop up from the camera icon with options for Video - Photo or an X to cancel. Nice Tip Michael - thanks again.
Hi Rob,
As a voiceover user there is one minor change in IOS 9 which I dislike and
I've not seen it mentioned anywhere else. On my iPad Mini Retina; when I
open the smart case previously I would be presented immediately with the
keypad to enter my passcode. Now, when opening the cover of the case I am
placed on a launch screen and I must hit the "log in" button in order to
bring up the keypad. An extra and entirely unnecessary step.
Regards,
Kevin Barry
Hi Kevin - it has to be in one of your settings - as when I open up my wife’s iPad mini retina - which is running iOS 9.1 now - it takes me right to the lock screen where I swipe to unlock - and then need to enter the four digit pass code. Maybe you have changed your passcode from a simple 4 digit to an alphanumeric passcode?
Hi Rob,
> I am pretty disappointed in iOS 9. It sees super laggy. Is it like this for you? I've never had lag issues with any iPhone or iOS.
Regards,
> Mike
Hi Mike,
Nope - it is very fast.
If you are seeing lag - you have an issue.
First thing to do - is force quite all open apps - then go to settings - reset - reset network settings.
See then when it re-boots if you are still having an issue.
If you are - you may need to re-install 9.1
But it definitely should not be laggy and should be faster then iOS 8.4.1
Rob W
And his response was quote
Boom! Thanks Rob. Worked like a charm. Reset network settings is a miracle worker. unquote
I can’t stress this enough - if your device was on iOS 8.X or 9.0.2 or earlier and you update to iOS 9.1 - and it is seeming laggy and slow - and animations stutter when opening. And again your device was at a previous version with none of these issues - the first thing to do - is the reset network settings. Many times - not always - but many times that fixes issues.
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22:21
https://plus.google.com/communities/
105412562215997292912?cfem=1
We are now over 2,500 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 that went up since the last episode came from David Van Nuys who posted the following question
Quote
I'd like to have a picture of my proof of insurance card in my Apple Wallet on my iPhone. Is this possible? How do I do it?
Unquote
One of the questions was what insurance company David used - and he stated State Farm - to which Myron Uecker pointed out that State Farm has an App - and once set up he could easily access the info. The same is also true for those with Allstate as an insurer. And I am sure many others.
Emiko pointed out the State Farm app allows you to save the insurance card as a PDF - which you can then keep in iBooks app.
One thing to point out most national companies - now have apps - so when you are looking to keep a card for an insurance company or hotel or airlines reward - there is usually an app for that.
Since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts and comments in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android fan bois free zone and spammer free zone. Yup it is the most civil Google+ community covering iOS.
Folks Go to today in iOS dot com slash community to join in.
And thanks to all 2500+ of you already in the community and contributing.
Also from the Google Plus community was this post from Myron Uecker who wrote:
quote The app that initially caused people to question the chipset in their iPhone 6S, Lirum Device Info, got an update today to support iPad Air 2 and iPhone 6S directly. It actually has useful information for both devices now.
One thing that the app does seem to confirm is that last year's edition of the iPad Air 2, which is what I have, still has Bluetooth 4.0. Looks like Bluetooth 4.2 was a hardware and not software update in this year's model.
However, I'm left questioning some of the data they provide. It seems that in some cases they cannot determine what it is on your device so on the iPhone they show information for both TSMC and Samsung chips. With that being the case, I cannot say for sure that Bluetooth 4.0 on iPad Air 2 was read from the hardware or hard-coded in the app. unquote
24:55
http://www.redmondpie.com/apple-tv-3-gets-three-
new-channels-ahead-of-apple-tv-4-release/
A few new Channels added to the 2nd or 3rd gen Apple TV. There is a CBS App / channel - that allows viewers to subscribe to a $5.99 on-demand access of CBS shows - with some live TV available in some markets. Which will be interesting with regards to Sports come march madness.
NBC also has a new app / channel. You need to sign up via you current providers details.
And the 3rd channel / app is the M2M channel - which is Made 2 measure - which is dedicated to fashion. It is free to view with Ad support.
So while you are waiting for the new Apple TV’s to ship - we have this available - if you have a 2nd or 3rd gen Apple TV that is.
25:48
Well if we are waiting for Apple TV’s to ship - that must mean we have them ordered. And while they did not go on sale at 12:01 AM PT as expected on Monday - they did go on sale Monday Morning - it just was at 6:00 AM PT.
I order both a 64GB 4th Gen Apple TV and one MFI controller - the one they had available and mentioned before - the SteelSeries Nimbus Wireless Gaming Controller - which will run you another $50. With Taxes and Expedited shipping - it all came to just under $300. And I am told I have a delivery date of October 30th to November 3rd. So hopefully it will be here on Friday.
By the way - 14 hours later I checked and they were still showing October 30th to November 3rd for new orders.
So they did not stock out yet.
Here is some feedback about the Apple TV being available for order:
Hi Rob,
Thanks VERY much for alerting us that the new Apple TV went on sale!
Regards,
Leslie B
Glad to have helped. And folks If you have the Tii App - you should have received a Push notification Monday Morning a little after they went on sale - letting you know they were on sale.
Back to the email bag.
Hi Rob,
Order my Apple TV , today and was shocked with shipping charges, so I call Apple let them know how much a loyal customer I was , and how disappointed I was after waiting so long for this new one to come out . They wave the shipping, hope to get my New Apple TV Friday . Customers service is why I love Apple
Regards,
David
Hi Rob,
I just purchased the new Apple TV via the Apple Store App.
I believe it went on sale at 9:00am eastern time. I am in central time.
My delivery date in confirmation email is Nov. 2 - Nov. 4.
Regards,
Kraig
I went through and looked to see what the break down of 32 GB vs 64 GB units was in the Google+ community and it was 69% for the 64GB version. (9 out of 13)
Hey Rob, just listened to item 369, as soon as I heard you mention the Apple TV may be on sale through the Apple Store app, I took a look and sure enough, there it was. I was so excited I immediately dropped it in my cart and checked out with Apple Pay. That's when things got weird..
Just before I hit "pay now", I noticed a few problems in the billing info. It had the wrong billing address, no shipping address, the email address was way wrong and the phone number was my fax number! I spent about 15 minutes trying to figure this out. Apparently it was using my main contact card for the info, but it pulled most of my contact info from my linked facebook profile. I don't post my address there so there was no shipping address. And the default email address was a 10-digit number followed by @facebook.com. I've never even checked that email address, didn't know I had it..
The billing address was coming from the Wallet app, and that was wrong too, as it was also pulling info from my contact card but the wrong info, my work address and my fax number.
Anyway it was a real mess to clean up and I just wanted to give your listeners a heads up to check their Wallet account info before making another purchase. FYI, Apple Pay has been working fine and I use it almost daily, never had a problem even though the address and phone number have been wrong.
Love the show Rob, thanks. And I'll let you know when I get the Apple TV!
Regards,
Aric B
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31:46
http://blogs.barrons.com/techtraderdaily/2015/10/19/apple-
piper-pounds-the-table-time-to-get-ready-for-an-iphone-7/
I really wanted to hold off on iPhone 7 rumors until at least after the iPad Pro came out - and I have ignored a couple - but this set of rumors on the iPhone 7 was in Barrons - so that makes it the first credible news source to really publish an iPhone 7 rumor - and they likely did so because it came from Piper Jaffray’s often wrong Gene Munster. Except Barron’s does not pay enough attention to realize how wrong Uncle Gene usually is.
For future - oh my - that was wrong reference - lets go over what Gene is saying now.
quote
While we are still almost a year away from the next iPhone launch, we believe it is worth considering what the next cycle may bring. Given a number change cycle, we expect the iPhone 7 to sport a unique design from the iPhone 6/6S. As many have speculated, the addition of 3D Touch may provide Apple with a way to eliminate the home button on the phone and use the additional space to make the screen bigger or make the device smaller. One barrier to this could be Touch ID, which is integrated into the home button currently. Apple would need to move the Touch ID reader to potentially the side of the phone to remove the home button. We believe a home-buttonless iPhone has a 50% chance for the iPhone 7. Another area on which we believe Apple may focus is battery life. Looking at Macs over the past few years, Apple has close to doubled battery life for its Macbook line up (largely 5 hour battery to ~10 hours). It has achieved this through more efficient processors and software. We believe battery life is one of the biggest areas of potential improvement and one that might be most welcomed by customers. Finally, a sapphire screen has long been rumored for the iPhone. Since Apple now uses sapphire on the Apple Watch, it could make sense for them to adapt it to the phone. We note that Apple is using the stronger aluminum from the Apple Watch Sport for the iPhone 6S case.
Unquote
I love the Home buttonless iPhone has a 50% chance for the iPhone 7 - as in - either it will or will not happen - yup two options - so a 50 / 50 chance.
Ok - we will see how he did later on - or at least reference back when he changes his mind a few times.
34:16
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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 and donate it to a charity. 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 to sneak some girl scout cookies from the pantry.
Casper did an incredible job on the engineering and feel of this mattress - the nights I record episodes - the boys go and sleep with mom - so when I am done I can sleep on his bed now and my back is not all out of whack in the morning.
But just as important as quality is Pricing and the pricing is really great. 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 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. And if you go to casper dot com slash tii and use promo code tii - you will save $50 off those prices.
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.
A lot of us will be getting the new Apple TV when it comes out and many of us will have it on our bedroom. So you can throw out that spending 1/3 rd of our time in bed stat - it is going to be more. And for the cost of an iPad but not as much as the iPad Pro - 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.
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Hi Rob,
>> Today I confirmed with Apple support in a phone conversation with Donald regarding case number 968519956 that there is a issue with the iphone 6S plus regarding playing a podcast and using the iphone camera app. It is not possible to take a picture and play a podcast at the same time. Donald said Apple is aware of the problem and working on it.
>> I was wondering if you can try it? Play a podcast and open the Apple camera app. Be sure ahead of time the camera is set so "live" mode is off.
>> Thanks
>> Jim K
Hi Jim - I have the 6+ - not the 6S+ - so no live photos - which means no video recording. Remember live Photos is actually video recording before and after you hit the shutter button - so really it is recording video as soon as you open the Photo app if you have live photos enabled.
Any video recording application - will stop the podcasts app when you open it. That is what Live Photos is - and that is why when you open it with a 6S or 6S+ - it will stop the podcasts app. Actually it will stop any and all Audio apps - including the Tii App and the music app and any other podcasts app - from playing when you switch to the Video option on the Camera - even when you don’t hit the record button.
Not sure this is really an issue - as much as it is normal operating procedure for the iPhone - this has been true for a long time. Apple does not want you to be able to record the audio of something playing in one app - via the Camera app or any other video or audio recording app. It is about not letting you use your iOS device to illegally record music.
So surprised Apple said this was a bug - it is really a feature.
Hi Rob,
I just updated my iphone 5s to the latest software update IOS 9.1. I am a voiceover user and once I updated my phone my voiceover voice has changed to a wierd form of the english USA language. I have tryed to fix it but I couldn't. My phone is also moving and loading slower now since I've updated it. Can you help me?
Regards,
Katie
Hi Katie — this is one I will send out to the listeners - if anyone has any suggestions to help katie - please give us a call - 206-666-6364 - that is 206-moon-dog - or send an email to today in iOS at gmail dot com.
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43:52
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1183644800/quarter-
connecting-ipad-pro-and-apple-pencil-seaml
Hi Rob
I wanted to highlight a Kickstarter project to you and your listeners. It has been a long time since I have pledged as I have been burned once or twice. Nonetheless, I pledged for Quarter as soon as I saw it. The company (Steelconnect) seems legitimate and this project is not overreaching. For $9 dollars I should (hopefully) have it by December. Check it out!
Regards Mitch
And this is a different project then the one featured on the last show - which was also called the Quarter. This one is on Kickstarter - and what it is the quote 1st apple pencil holder unquote.
This project has a goal of $4,632 and so far has raised $3,117 - and has until November 21st at 1:28 PM CT to be funded.
Pricing is currently at $9.
What this is is a holder for your Apple pencil that plugs into your lightening port - it is a simple plastic holder - and your Apple pencil lines up along the bottom normally - but if you need to charge the iPad - there is a pass through for the lightening cord - and another place to hold the Apple Pencil.
This does answer the question many asked - where do you store your Apple pencil.
One thing I would make sure if you get this is - how securely your $100 Apple Pencil stays put in the holder and how securely the holder stays put in the lightening port. Sure would hate to spend $9 and have it cost me $100 when my Apple Pencil falls away - NOW I am NOT saying that will happen - just saying if you get this - you best check it before taking it out for a spin - Just in case.
Search for Quarter at kickstarter dot com.
45:43
http://www.macworld.com/article/2997074/social-media/
facebook-has-figured-out-why-it-s-draining-your-iphone-
battery.html#tk.nl_mwbest
As long as there has been a Facebook app - there has been one word that you could always use to describe it - Sucks - as in it sucks the life out of your battery. Like 4 seven year olds sucking down juiceboxes.
Well good news - It seems Facebook has finally figured out what was going on. According to Facebook the new version that just came out fixes the CPU Spin issue that was hidden deep in its network code. What is a CPU Spin issue you ask.
Quote “A CPU spin is like a child in a car asking, ‘Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet?’ with the question not resulting in any progress to reaching the destination, The version released today has some improvements that should start making this better.” unquote - Ari Grant ” Facebook engineering manager.
Seems Facebook was recently called out by some prominent bloggers about the issues with their apps - which if you listen to this show - you know we have mentioned more than once issues with the Facebook app draining batteries. Actually went back and found the first references was on Ep 271 - 99 episodes ago - that was from June 2013. Glad to see Facebook was all over that issue like a duck on a cheeto.
One of the things I ask people when they say they have a fast draining battery is - do you have the Facebook app open. Glad we can finally put this issue to bed. 99 Episodes ago - Wow. Glad Facebook really cares about us iOS users and that they use the app themselves. Not.
47:26
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Hi Rob,
Can Anyone recommend a good leather case for the iPhone 6?
I know there is StilGut leather cases that have a tab and also have a stand function. Does anyone have any experience with this or any other brand and have general advice?
Thanks,
GK
Hello, Rob,
Always an early adopter, living on the edge, ignoring your sage advice, I have found so many bugs it iOS 9.1 that it needs insecticide: App Store, Apple Music, and Pandora work poorly, if at all, and my car is tossing out "unsupported" error messages like never before.
Apple's last few rollout a have been dodgy at best. Lots of time spent performing restores and looking for workarounds.
While I don't mind and often find it interesting to play around with this type of challenge, most users just want their phones to work the same as before an update. This one step forward, two steps back thing must be tiring them out.
Regards,
Jeff in Burbank
Hi Rob!
Just wanted to let you know that our favorite tethering tweak PDAnet seems to work fine on a jailbroken iPhone 5s running iOS 9.0.2. Using 5.4 GHz channel 40" Hide tether option is on.
Regards,
Steven (in Houston)
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51:34
http://appadvice.com/appnn/2015/10/apples-3d-touch-
display-used-to-weigh-objects-in-new-video
Thanks to all that sent in links to this next one. Which is about a jailbroken app called Plum-o-Meter - which allows you to place two plums on the screen of an iPhone 6S or 6S+ and use the force touch as a kind of scale.
Now if you thought iPhones were popular in hollywood before - now they are really going to be popular - once word of this gets out to Lindsay Lohan - you know she will be getting one of these. And it is not going to be to weigh plums.
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VOICEMAIL - Danniel_IL_Apple_watch_touch_screen_play_pause
Rob,
I noticed you haven't updated the artwork for the podcast now that iOS 9 is out in the wild. Is this in the works, or what?
Looking forward to it,
Jonathan from NOLA
Hi Jonathan - Yes it is something I am looking at updating - a few people sent in ideas - but nothing jumps out at me yet. I was even messing around with back in June and July playing with the 9 in iOS 9 to see if I would work it in - but again nothing that I was in love with or even moderate like.
Last year I did not update until November. Looking like the same this year.
But if you or anyone else have some ideas - please send them along to today in iOS at gmail dot com. And it is even better if they are created on an iOS device.
Chances are I will just go back to the 2013 artwork.
Hi Rob,
Just want to let you know about my experience getting a new 6S. I upgraded from a 5s and the difference is staggering, particularly in speed. I got it from the Apple store using their upgrade plan and they set the phone up with my ATT service so I would have service for the rest of the day until I got home. The calling and texting worked fine but I could not get Siri to respond. It didn't matter if I used the HEY Siri prompt or if I did the old-fashioned finger on the home button...the screen would just wink on and off and no Siri. I called Apple help when I got home and they told me to upgrade from 9.0 to 9.1, which solved the problem. Everything is working fine now and I'm really enjoying the phone.
Regards,
Jeff from Redmond Washington.
Thanks to Thomas W, James K and Michael S for their generous donations to the show toward the iPad Pro and Apple Pencil and keyboard. Folks if you would like to help out as well - there is a donate button in the lower right side of the today in iOS dot com site. Thanks again to everyone that has helped out.
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Hi Rob,
I'm one of your Tii podcast listeners and a Giants season ticket holder who came to admire the Royals last year. They were our best competition and I was very impressed with the sportsmanship of the Royals organization and their fans. Go Royals! (But look out for the Giants next year) 8-)
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Ep 370 - Siri - Tell me a story
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http://events.apple.com.edgesuite.net/
15pijbsdfvpiqhb10/event/
OK - Now lets finally get into what was discussed at the Apple quarterly conference call today.
Tim did a fiscal year 2015 review. Mentioning that their growth in revenue >50 Billion vs 2014 was greater than the revenue of over 90% of the fortune 500. Oh Snap.
Apple Q3 2015 - Quarterly Report Summary:
Rev = $51.5 Billion (vs $42.1 Billion a year ago quarter and $49.6 Billion last quarter)
Total Cash = $205.7 Billion (Up $2.9 Billion for the quarter from $202.8 Billion)
Last Quarter Sales:
iPhones Sold = 48.1 Mil (vs 39.3 Mil a year ago quarter and 47.5 Mil last quarter)
iPads Sold = 9.9 Mil (vs 12.3 Mil a year ago quarter and 10.9 Mil last quarter)
Mac's Sold = 5.7 Mil (vs 5.5 Mil a year ago quarter and 4.8 Mil last quarter)
Misc Notes:
Apple Pay and American Express will be supported in multiple countries around the world starting with Canada and Australia shortly.
30% of iPhone buyers last quarter were Android switchers.
So with iPhone sales at 48.1 Mil units - closest to the mark was Robert Paul Leitao - with the Braeburn group. And that number did again come in below the average estimate of 48.7 Mil iPhones sold.
However the $51.5 Bil in revenue was just above the average estimate of $51.38 Bil.
On the last ep I predicted 9.6 Mil iPads sold - and Apple did come in a little above that at 9.9 Mil iPads sold. and actually a 10.4 Mil unit sell through as they decreased channel inventory by 500k. So not bad - again this is the quarter when we get some real idea on how things are going - which means the Jan quarterly call. Will be interesting to see where Apple stock is tomorrow.
And if you check in the Tii App - for Ep 370 - you will see a bonus PDF that goes over the past iPhone and iPad sales charts. The key one is the last one - it shows the past 4 quarter sales for both the iPhone and iPad and how they have done since launch. The iPhone kept growing - but now the iPad is in clear decline. Will the iPad Pro be enough to reverse that? Probably not - but maybe it will be enough to flatten it out.
PR from Apple
PDF from Apple
http://www.apple.com/pr/library/2015/10/27Apple-
Reports-Record-Fourth-Quarter-Results.html
http://images.apple.com/pr/pdf/q4fy15datasum.pdf
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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.
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.
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And that folks is going to do it for us today -
Reminding you to Go royals
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TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 369
Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast - First up I want to thank STACY for sending in the music you hear in the background. STACY wrote:
Hi Rob,
I created this song called INTER-GALACTIC BATTLE with the App Korg Gadget - and the track was “mastered" within Audioshare
This is from my Album Space age Sonic Goodness where all the songs were created on iOS devices. You can find my music by searching for Spectral Sevenths two words in Spotify.
Regards,
Stacy P
SONG INTER-GALACTIC BATTLE
Thanks STACY for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode. I also want to thank BRUCE for sending in the Artwork for today's show. BRUCE wrote the following:
Hi Rob,
This is a photo I took one evening while playing the iconic island green 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass using my iPhone 6S Plus. I used the Snapseed app to apply some tweaks, the stock Photos app to apply a filter, and finally the Fotor app for the text.
Thanks for all that you do, and sorry but Go Pack Go!
Regards,
Bruce Woodall
Thanks BRUCE, for sending in this artwork and folks you can see BRUCES'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 369 - or at instagram.com/todayinios and also as a stand alone post in the VIP section and at Facebook.com/todayinios.
If you have some artwork and or music you have created on your iOS device that you would like to share with the audience please email it to me at today in iOS at gmail dot com and please make sure to include which app or apps you used to create said artwork and or music.
02:36
In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote Yes, yes, Apple makes an iPad, but does it make a movie? We will prove that it’s not who makes the tablet first who counts, but who makes it better.”
Howard Stringer, CEO, Sony, 31 Aug 2011
Howie baby - you are missing the big picture - Apple does not make movies - but they have a really tight relationship with Disney. And I think Disney has this little family of movies Called Star Wars - plus many of the Marvel Movies to boot - Just Sayin
03:15
For Promo codes - On Ep 368 we offered up chances to win promo codes for THE APP - MyOG . If you are interested in this app or want more info go back and listen to the beginning of Ep 368
This week we have promo codes for The App - GOLDEN DAYS (two words) - Here is the written review from the dev.
Hi. I'm developer of GoodTask and I just made a new app named 'Golden Days'. It helps you remember important days beautifully. Not only showing days left for the event, it also shows slideshow based on your photos related to the event. You can put in big events you're waiting for, birthdays, anniversaries or starting day of something important to let you count from day one. Automatic alerts, notes, App Icon Badge, iCloud sync, sharing, today widget are supported. Also supports Apple Watch with complications available with watchOS 2. Thanks a lot!
Well thanks to the Devs for their review of their App - Golden Days and for sending in the promo codes to give away. Folks if you would like a chance for a promo code for this App - please send an email to todayinios at gmail dot com and put GOLDEN DAYS two words 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 FOR FREE We Just need the 5 promo codes or more to give away. simply email me at today in ios @ gmail.com and please include a 60 sec or less audio review of your app or iBook - indicating you are the dev or author. Also when you send in the promo codes - please make sure to let me know when they expire.
05:01
The thing that lets me know I am doing a good job reporting on the show - is when I have Apple Fan boys saying I am too hard on Apple and non-fan boys saying I am too soft. Here is an example of the later from the Google+ community.
quote - I just listened to the latest Tii podcast - ep 368 <Insert unimpressed emoticon.> Let me preface this by saying I usually enjoy the show and respect what Rob does for us as a community. However, I strongly disagree on Rob's dismissive reporting of "Chipgate". Rob takes the obvious position of an Apple shareholder who doesn't own a Samsung-based A9 6s. I understand his position. but many anecdotal examples add up to something which can't be easily dismissed unquote
This again from the Google+ community and from Ces. He was complaining about really bad battery life with his unit and Some of us tried to tell him politely he just had a defective unit and to take his iPhone to Apple to get it replaced and that the ChipGate issue was very overblown. But sadly he just wanted to rail against anyone that said there is no ChipGate. He got so worked up - that When Consumer Reports released their report - which 100% agreed with what I said - that ChipGate is bogus - and I should also mention Apple replaced his unit - as we suggested was needed - He refused to apologize and then went on a I am getting myself banned from the community rant / post - which I was happy to oblige. So Ces is no more in the community. Sorry folks you do need to keep it civil. FYI - someone giving you advice you don’t want to hear is not being uncivil. Getting upset at good advice and being mean in your posts - that is uncivil. Bye Bye
07:14
http://www.consumerreports.org/smartphones/battery-tests-
find-no-chipgate-problems-in-the-iPhone-6s
Per the Consumer Reports Article My only concern is that they only used two iPhones - one with Sammy inside and one with TSMC.
Other than that what they found in real world testing is pretty much that the two units perform the same way within 1 or 2% of each other.
Or as they conclude
Quote Smartphones are as complicated as the people who use them, so it’s impossible to say with certainty that the battery- and temperature-performance differences we measured in this chipgate testing will be consistent in every imaginable scenario. But if iPhone 6s users are ever disappointed with their phones, we’re confident it won’t be because they bought the model with the “wrong” chip unquote
So again - stick a fork in ChipGate - as that “story" is dead. And yes I am deliberately being dismissive of this schlock story.
08:14
http://www.macrumors.com/2015/10/21/apple-releases-ios-9-1/
Apple released iOS 9.1 - the first Single Dot update for iOS 9.
Downloads were very slow by Wednesday Evening. As always I would suggest you wait a week. But at a min wait until your weekend before updating if you need the device. And also - follow the update instructions in the Tii App. Ok - that all said - I did go and update some devices.
For the iPad Mini Retina - My Wife’s iPad - it was still on iOS 8.4.1 - so it was the full update - over 1.8 GB and over 2 hours to download. I did that one via iTunes on the computer.
For my iPhone 6+ - I did the over the air update and it was much quicker - but I did it early in the day when it first was available.
Ok so what has updated - well according to the notes the following:
Live Photos now intelligently senses when you raise or lower your iPhone - so that live Photos will automatically not record these movements. - Which I had more than one person email in about hoping Apple would make a change like this.
Other updates include Apple giving you the finger - as in giving your the Middle finger - literally - as in the Middle Finger is now one of over 150 new emoji characters added with full support for unicode 7.0 and 8.0 emojis - because you can never have too many emoji’s
There is the infamous “Improved stability” especially with regards to CarPlay, Music, Photos, Safari and Search. Hmmm no mention of the podcasts app.
There is improved performance while in Multitasking UI
9.1 fixes an issue that could cause Calendar to become unresponsive in Month view.
It fixes an issue that prevented Game Center from Launching for some users.
Resolved an issue that zoomed the content of some Apps.
Resolves an issue that could cause an incorrect unread mail count for POP mail accounts
Fixes an issue that prevented users from removing recent contacts from new mail or messages
Fixes an issue that caused some messages to not appear in Mail search results.
Resolves an issue that left a gray bar in the body of an audio message
Fixes an issue that caused Activation errors on some carriers
Fixes an issue that prevented some apps from updating from the App Store.
By the way when going to update apps - you will get a message that says the iTunes store terms and conditions changed and you need to accept them. It seems you no longer have to sign over your first born. That clause was replaced with something about the removal of your left ummm - kindey - yeah - not going the other place.
Some initial feedback from Tii Listeners -
From Tosin O - quote So iOS 9.1 brings news to the UK, but still no "around me" search options as part of Siri suggestions. Is that it or are we to expect it at some point? unquote
From Myron Uecker
Quote - I'm very happy to report that it at least seems that music is now working properly in iOS 9.1. That is to say, Only Offline Music really means that now. I can once again use Shuffle and I can plug my phone into my car radio without it starting from the same song every time.
Unfortunately there may be another bug. I received a phone call and made one while driving. Both times after hanging up music didn't resume until I hit the volume up on the radio. I'm not sure what that was all about.
unquote
From Ryan B quote The update to iOS 9.1 went very smoothly for me 📱 I love the new emojis unquote
From David L who said it maybe best quote 150 New Emojis, now I can annoy even more people!! unquote
So I will say this - if you just can’t live without the 150 new emojis - then you must update now. But for others - I still recommend waiting a week as always - any issues - I will mention on the next episode. But so far things are looking good.
Not there is one group that definitely should not update to 9.1 - and that is the Jailbreakers - and 9.1 did break the latest jailbreak.
For those that do not listen to my advice and update - please let me know your experience - good - bad or mehhh.
14:12
http://9to5mac.com/2015/10/21/apple-watch-tv-os-2-0-1/
ok - iOS 9.1 was not the only OS update today - there was also Watch OS 2.0.1 - the first double dot update for Watch OS.
As with any double dot update it is about the bugs man - the bugs.
Apple said the following about the Watch OS update
Quote This update contains new emoji characters unquote - well dang - you had me at emoji - oopps - sorry back to the update Quote performance improvements, and bug fixes including
Fixes an issue that could cause software updates to stall
Fixes issues that were impacting battery performance
Resolves an issue that prevented a managed iPhone from synching iOS calendar events to Apple Watch
Addresses an issue that could prevent location information from properly updating
fixes an issue that could cause digital touch to send from an email address instead of a phone number
addresses an issue that could cause instability when using a live photo as a watch face
resolves an issue that allows the sensors to stay on indefinitely when using siri to measure heart rate
unquote
As always to update Watch OS - go to the Apple Watch app on your iPhone - go to settings and then Software update and scroll to the bottom and tap on Download and install.
But first make sure your Apple watch is in range of your iPhone connected to wifi AND that the Apple watch is connected to its charger AND that is charged at least 50%
16:05
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18:25
VOICEMAIL - Joe_FL_answr_to_bluetooth_work_around
Hey Rob!
I've got two things for you today. The first is about the emails you've received about iOS 9 making people change their pass codes to 6 digit instead of 4. I'm surprised no one has mentioned this at all. With iOS 9, Apple reordered how the setup of your phone works. Before iOS 9, you went through these screens: Language > Region > Wifi > Location Services > Set Up > Sign In > Touch ID > Passcode > Apple Pay > Siri > Screen > Disgnostics. In iOS 9, they changed the order of this, now you perform Touch ID and passcode before restoring your backup. But the big change, is that the passcode screen shows 6 digits. Well, before, if you didn't want that, there was a link above the keyboard that pops up saying "Set up Passcode later." It's still there, now it says "Passcode Options", and include Alphanumeric, 4-digit, and no passcode. Mind you, this is only if you restored your phone on iOS 9 and above.
Secondly, for those of you who are having the grey bar on the messaging app in the text field, I spoke to Apple about this, and they said their software engineers were aware of this issue and were resolving it in iOS 9.1 updates, and that it is not a hardware issue, that no replacement phone would resolve. For now, the only workaround is force quitting the app and relaunching it
Regards
Brandon
Hey Rob,
I’m a long time fan who’s owned every iPhone since the original. Since I’m a serious lover of mobile technology, I also dabble in Android (though I always come back to iOS). Anyways, on episode 368 you discussed single-core benchmark tests and mentioned the HTC Nexus 9 as the only Android phone to beat the iPhone. Well, the Nexus 9 is actually a tablet not a phone so the iPhone can remain undefeated in your mentioned single-core speed test. I’d also like to mention that Android manufacturer’s processors thrive on multi-core benchmarks, not single-core. It is in this that the iPhone loses to most Android flagships. Now, this means absolutely nothing since just because a semi-truck has a bigger motor than a Civic doesn’t mean the semi will beat it in a race. This is just to say that iOS is the fluid, beautiful experience it is not because of specs or benchmarks, but because of the optimization of the hardware and software.
Regards
Edwin
Miami, Florida
VOICEMAIL - Jim_PA_podcasts_app_buttons_missing
24:27
https://plus.google.com/communities/
105412562215997292912?cfem=1
We are now over 2,500 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 that went up since the last episode came from John Clarke who posted the following question
Quote
Question for the community about the Podcast App... Are downloaded podcasts using data for playback if not connected to wi-fi?
I have an iPhone 6 Plus for a work phone and listen to podcasts almost exclusively on my commute to and from work. I subscribe to several podcasts and have them download over wi-fi while at home or at work. Last month as a company we had over $1200 in data overages and we have been warned that we will be charged for excessive data usage. If I remember correctly, in order to listen to podcasts I need to have "cellular" turned on.
I don't want to take a hit if I can avoid it.
Unquote
I responded saying - No turn Cellular data to off - go to Settings - Podcasts - cellular data and turn it off
Also while there turn on - only download on Wifi
That will ensure at least for the Podcasts App you are not using any cellular data
Since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts and comments in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android fan bois free zone and spammer free zone. Yup it is the most civil Google+ community covering iOS.
Folks Go to today in iOS dot com slash community to join in.
And thanks to all 2500+ of you already in the community and contributing.
Also from the Google Plus community was this post from Myron Uecker who wrote:
Quote
Here's an iOS 9 tip for using an external keyboard. If you hold down cmd for a few seconds, in many apps you will see an overlay that lists what cmd does in that app. Wouldn't you know, g+ doesn't do anything, but it works in most other apps, including Mail, Home Screen, all Microsoft Office apps, etc.
In fact, I learned about it from the release notes for the latest versions of Microsoft Office apps and decided to try it.
Unquote
Thanks Myron for that tip.
27:27
http://investor.apple.com/
Apple’s quarterly conference call will be next week on the 27th. So that means next episode we will be going over what was reported. And likely - hopefully will be up late on the 27th.
I will go over then what people predicted for iPhone and iPad sales.
But if I were a betting man - I would put the number of iPhones sold last quarter at - 49.2 Million units - just above where they were last quarter. Per iPad sales - 9.6 Million units. We will see how far off I was vs how far off the analyst were.
I will say this - good or bad - the important quarter is the one we are in.
28:18
http://money.cnn.com/2015/10/19/technology/apple-
app-store/index.html
Apple made news this past week - when word broke that Apple had yanked over 250 apps - that were gathering personal info against Apples requirements.
Here is what Apple had to say
quote
We’ve identified a group of apps that are using a third-party advertising SDK, developed by Youmi, a mobile advertising provider, that uses private APIs to gather private information, such as user email addresses and device identifiers, and route data to its company server.
This is a violation of our security and privacy guidelines. The apps using Youmi’s SDK have been removed from the App Store and any new apps submitted to the App Store using this SDK will be rejected. We are working closely with developers to help them get updated versions of their apps that are safe for customers and in compliance with our guidelines back in the App Store quickly.
unquote
Per Apps on the Android that do the same thing - do you know what they call those apps on Android - Yup - the just call them Apps -
Surprised Apple did not catch it earlier.
29:49
http://www.apple.com/pr/library/2015/10/13Apple-Updates-
iMac-Family-with-Stunning-New-Retina-Displays.html
Ok - since the last episode Apple has announced new iMac's - A New Magic Trackpad, A new keyboard and A new mouse. Combine that with the iPad Pro - and iPad updates - and why again did we not have an October event? It really baffles me. They had plenty to announce at an October event.
The new Magic Trackpad supports force touch same as is on the track pad of the Mac Book Pro and MacBook. Need to get that. probably will just put it in with the order for the new Apple TV.
30:33
http://www.applecontroll.com/2015/10/apple-tv-to-start-
shipping-next-week.html
Speaking of which Tim Cook was a guest / star at WSJ D Live. In his appearance he said that the Apple TV would go on Sale on Monday the 26th with shipments starting later in the week. I think someone might have leaked that info to him.
If Apple holds true with past new items for sale - then at 12:01 AM PT on the 26th they will go on sale.
Hopefully there will be more info before the end of this week - but if you want the new Apple TV be ready to purchase it on the 26th. And be sure to use the Apple Store App - as that tends to go live first when new products are released.
If I / when I get more info on this - I will put it out as a push notification and maybe a special post in the Tii App. Was really hoping that info would have been available prior to this episode - but nothing yet on the Apple site.
31:30
http://www.apple.com/tv/compare/
So lets quickly go over the new Apple TV again. There are two versions - one with 32 GB of storage selling at $149 and another with 64 GB of storage selling for $199.
I personally recommend the $199 unit - as the extra storage while maybe not critical now - means down the line it is more future proofed.
The new Apple TV - supports Siri, An App Store, and comes with an official remote that has motion sensors. But supports 3rd party game controllers as well.
Per the new Apple TV Remote or as they call it the Siri Remote - it has a glass touch surface, dual mics for Siri, An Accelerometer and Gyroscope. Bluetooth to talking to the Apple TV and IR for talking to your TV, And you charge it via a lightening port.
The New Apple TV supports an App store - which we have been waiting for for ever . And internally it has an A8 processor like in the iPhone 6 and 6+. It has the same length and width specs - but the height did go up.
Again be ready with your iTunes Store app come 12:01 AM PT on the 26th and keep an eye out for more info about that coming soon.
33:03
http://money.cnn.com/2015/10/19/media/star-wars-force-
awakens-trailer-monday-night-football/index.html
Tickets went on sale for the Force Awakens this past Monday - when they did the entire nerd-dom came crashing down on Fandango’s website like Jabba the hut on a bowl of M&M’s and it was not pretty.
And when I realized the site was going to likely be down for some time - I thought hmmmm - where have we seen something like this before - - Oh yeah - pre-ordering Apple gear and what works there - the Apple App store app - so I went on my iPhone and looked for a Fandango app - and downloaded it - and created a quick account and was able to purchase tickets in a matter of a couple of minutes to the first showing on Thursday December 17th for me, the wife and our two kids. Score. Dad looks like the hero - getting the kids to the movie a day before all their friends. And well dad is stoked as well. And YES - YES I will be dressing up as a Jedi once again.
But this all fits in here because I want to say Kudos to Fandango - their app is great - and really really well designed. I know it is more fun to be snarky - but every now and then - I like to call out an app and give them kudos for a job well done.
I think going forward I will be doing all my movie ticket buying via the Fandango app. It even puts the tickets right in the Wallet app - just like a southwest ticket or other ticket. If you have not purchased your tickets yet for the Force Awakens - I would recommend you check out the Fandango app to do so.
34:49
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36:21
VOICEMAIL - Sean_cole_quest_calendar_issue
Hey Rob,
Long time listener - love the show! I have been using my Apple watch since I received it in June. One of the features I use all of the time is the fitness app. It's nice to have all of my daily exercise information recorded and saved so I can view it later at my convenience. I was wondering if you or one of your listeners know of a way to export all of that data out of the activity app so that I can share it with my doctor. Every time I go in for my annual check up, the first question my doctor asks me is "how much do you exercise". It would be nice if there was a way to show him the actual data. Is there any apps out there that can plot this information out? Thanks for all you do, and thanks for all of the feedback from the listeners both on the podcast and the google + community.
Regards
James
Hi Rob,
I finally pulled the trigger on an Apple Watch (black, sport edition), but the first thing I went to do, I find out I can not do. I want to be able to display the seconds on a digital face. You seem to be only able to get blinking colon separators, but no ability to display the actual seconds. This is pretty frustrating as I believe digital watches have been displaying seconds for many, many decades. I would even be ok with a complication that would just do a running second count, but I can't find that. Do you know why Apple might have not enabled the ability to display seconds in the digital faces and if there is any work around or complication that can help with this?
Love the show!
Thanks,
--David
—
Hello Rob,
Before I ask my question I feel like I am obligated to tell you how much I enjoy your show. It is the one of the few shows I listen to the day it comes out and never fast forward through.
Thanks for the show and all the hard work that comes along with it.
My question is on the Apple Watch, how can you tell if a given app is a WatchOS 2 app and will be native on the watch.
Thanks,
John B.
Go Cubs!
VOICEMAIL - Steve_LA_iPad_3Gen_iPAd_pro_quest
43:18
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1066221726/the-
worlds-first-automatic-iphone-6-6s-aluminum-wa?ref=discovery
For a kickstarter project this week we have quote The World’s first automatic iPhone 6/6S aluminum Wallet unquote - by Gresso - nice name guys.
This one had a goal of $10k - and they are at $18k - so irregardless of the name they are funded - and if you want in on this you have until Nov 19th at 9:01 AM CT.
So what is this case - well quote The iPhone 6/6S protective case with a secure and hidden wallet. Made of aircraft-grade aluminum. Patent pending mechanism. unquote
Ok - still not getting it are you - it is actually a pretty sweet looking case - that when you slide the back of it up - a draw opens up where you can have a credit card or drivers license or some cash.
Pricing on this while they last for the early bird is $59 - then it goes to $79 - and they claim it will sell retail at $120.
Delivery is slated for December and that would be Dec 2015.
If you search for aluminum wallet or Gresso at kickstarter you can find out more info.
Or just look for the link in the show notes for ep 369
44:47
http://www.pozible.com/project/201391/-1/
7a45bdb9ea825d09a98d97f52c489443
Another startup project I want to mentions the Quarter - it is a fast charging power bank. It uses the Mag safe connector from your macbook to charge the power bank and it can be charged in as little as 15 minutes. So if you ever had one of the instances where you need to leave the house and realize your phone is almost dead and you grab a battery pack and it is almost dead - well this is for you.
It is just $39 - look for the link titled - QUARTER: A FAST CHARGING POWERBANK in the show notes for ep 369.
45:27
http://www.dxomark.com/Mobiles/Apple-iPhone-6s-
review-Solid-and-compelling-performance
There was an article from DXOMARK - which is a photography site - that did a review of the new iPhone 6S for Photos and Video - and then gave it a score and then compared that score to other leading android devices - and the results were not as good as many other sites had made out the new cameras to be. Many other sites said the iPhone 6S is by far the best - where as this site said by best if you mean 10th best - sure.
But here is the thing - they ranked the iPhone 6 and 6Plus ahead of the 6S. So call me a little surprised if not downright skeptical. But you know - since I have been known to be quote dismissive unquote of things lately - I thought I would bring in an expert to talk about this issue - Here is part of a recording sent in from Mike at the PetaPixels Podcast - the official podcast for a Photography site with an alexa rank of 4,219 vs dxomarks rank of 13,392 - lower is better. Actually before DXOmarks trashed the iPhone 6S - its alexa rank was over 20,000 - so not saying they did anything nefarious to get better rankings and drive traffic - because you know that would be me being quote dismissive unquote
Again - I brought in Mike to give his thoughts on this. Here we go.
http://www.forbes.com/sites/gordonkelly/2015/10/14/iphone-
6s-camera-disappoints/
http://petapixel.com/podcast/
47:03
VOICEMAIL - Sharky_James_iPhoneTake - Part 1
Ok - and there is another XX minutes of Mikes comments to go - and his full comments will be at the end of the show after the outro and music. Thanks Mike for the feedback - and folks if you are looking for a Photography podcast to listen to check out Peta Pixels.
Thanks to Edward, Vicky and Lyle for their donation to the show for the iPad Pro. It is greatly appreciated. If you would like to help out the show any time - there is the donate button in the lower right side of the site at today in iOS dot com.
Rob,
Just a quick note about the Podcast app since the latest update.
It seems very difficult to maintain my un-played podcast list now that Apple has updated to IOS9. Before the update I had "tile" style and now I'm forced to use the "list" style for organizing the my un-played podcast. It's quirky and after a few weeks I still don't get it. Am I the only one who hates the Podcast update? What's your take or others.
Love the show!
Thanks,
gasmandave (Erie, PA)
VOICEMAIL - Todd_AU_TOUCHID_iOS9_quest_ability_approve_purchase
54:05
http://en.pangu.io/
If you did not update to iOS 9.1 and want to jailbreak AND you have a windows PC - then Pangu has a jailbreak for you.
Go to en.pangu.io - link in the show notes to download the software to jailbreak your iOS 9.0 to iOS 9.0.2 device.
As always if you do jailbreak - let me know how it went and what your favorite Jailbreak tweak or App is. Please note - I did see some people say that not many tweaks and apps have been updated yet to support iOS 9. So if you are jailbroken and at iOS 8.4.1 or earlier - do you update to iOS 9.0.2 - while Apple is still signing it and jailbreak - or do you wait. My suggest would be to jailbreak to 9.0.2 - again make sure you get that version and 9.1. And then upgrade to 9.0.2 while it is still being signed by Apple - and then do this jailbreak - because there is no telling how long until 9.1 has a jailbreak available.
55:50
VOICEMAIL - Warren_FL_6S_powerbutton
Hi Rob,
I have a problem that is frustrating because it makes no sense. Over
multiple versions of IOS, currently 9.02 and with 8.4.1 and earlier,
multiple IPhones, multiple SIM cards from different carriers, hotspot
connectivity randomly works and does not work using wifi to connect to
it. The computer or other device, and I have tried multiple different
devices Apple and PC. The device will always establish the wifi
connection to the IPhone, but it will or will not actually have
internet access. Sometimes it has it for a minute and then it
disappears. It will report that the connection is limited or has no
internet access. Both mean the same, it just says it the two different
ways in different places. The phone will always have internet access
just fine when this happens. I have reset network settings, of course
rebooted, turned hotspot off and back on, turned wifie off and back
on, rebooted the phone, rebooted the computer, turned wifi on and off
and on on the computer. Plugging it directly in with a cable to the
computer results in a connection that works fine. The IPhones have
been IPhone 6 plus.
Jim
VOICEMAIL - Daniel_UL_6S_John_lewis_info
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Tue, 13 October 2015
TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 368
Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast - First up I want to thank STACY for sending in the music you hear in the background. STACY wrote:
Hi Rob,
I created this song called DEPRESS ROBOT SYNDROME with the App Korg Gadget - and the track was “mastered" within Audioshare
This is from my Album Space age Sonic Goodness where all the songs were created on iOS devices. You can find my music by searching for Spectral Sevenths two words in Spotify.
Regards,
Stacy P
SONG Depressed_Robot_syndrome
Thanks STACY for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode. I also want to thank ABDIEL for sending in the Artwork for today's show. ABDIEL wrote the following:
Hi Rob
I created this image using my iPhone 5S. I used Gradient to create the background and then PhotoLettering to add the Tii branding.
Apps…
Background Maker - Gradient Colours by michael webb
https://appsto.re/us/BLDSW.i
Photolettering by Brand Design Co., Inc.
https://appsto.re/us/icLKH.i
Best Regards
Abdiel Ortiz
Thanks ABDIEL, for sending in this artwork and folks you can see ABDIEL'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 368 - or at instagram.com/todayinios and also as a stand alone post in the VIP section and at Facebook.com/todayinios.
If you have some artwork and or music you have created on your iOS device that you would like to share with the audience please email it to me at today in iOS at gmail dot com and please make sure to include which app or apps you used to create said artwork and or music.
02:17
In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote “In the PC world, with fewer ways of differentiating HP’s products from our competitors, we became number one; in the tablet world we’re going to become better than number one. We call it number one plus.” Unquote
Eric Cador, Senior Vice President of the Personal Systems
Group, Hewlett-Packard, 21 May 2011
Eric if by One Plus - you mean somewhere in the Others category - then job well done. Because you are not on anyones top 5 or even top 10 list for top tablet manufacturers. But then maybe 1 plus was just the percentage of the market share your were going for.
- Just Sayin
03:00
This week we have promo codes for The App - MYOG - Here is the review from the dev.
PLAY PROMO CODE FOR MYOG
Well thanks to the Devs for their review of their App - MYOG and for sending in the promo codes to give away. Folks if you would like a chance for a promo code for this App - please send an email to todayinios at gmail dot com and put MYOG 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 FOR FREE We Just need the 5 promo codes or more to give away. simply email me at today in ios @ gmail.com and please include a 60 sec or less audio review of your app or iBook - indicating you are the dev or author. Also when you send in the promo codes - please make sure to let me know when they expire.
04:46
http://techcrunch.com/2015/10/08/apple-says-battery-
performance-of-new-iphones-a9-chips-vary-only-2-3/
I want to read a quote from Apple before we get into this next story - with quotes around story.
From Apple in a statement given to Techcruch - quote
With the Apple-designed A9 chip in your iPhone 6s or iPhone 6s Plus, you are getting the most advanced smartphone chip in the world. Every chip we ship meets Apple’s highest standards for providing incredible performance and deliver great battery life, regardless of iPhone 6s capacity, color, or model.
Certain manufactured lab tests which run the processors with a continuous heavy workload until the battery depletes are not representative of real-world usage, since they spend an unrealistic amount of time at the highest CPU performance state. It’s a misleading way to measure real-world battery life. Our testing and customer data show the actual battery life of the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus, even taking into account variable component differences, vary within just 2-3% of each other.
unquote
Ok now that we have the FACTS out of the way - what is the story that was running wild last week. Well it was that if you had the Samsung processor - it could provide anywhere from 50 to an hour and 50 minutes WORSE battery life - and that was enough to launch the Chip-Gate type articles. But see - those posts out there about the major difference in battery life - NOT one - not a single one of them were based on actual measurement of virgin units doing real world testing - but rather on using an app that estimated what battery life would be - and that App by the way - was pulled by the dev when they said it had issues with the new devices - and has since been put back up.
Any way - any stories you read about Sammy’s chips being worse than TSMC - yeah - NOT one of them are based on real measurements - like Apples statements are.
There is nothing to see here with regards to battery life. Battery Life differences between the two are not a story - or more accurately are not THE story.
The real story here is that APPLE is using two different manufacturers for their A9. And that more than anything else is probably how Apple has been able to keep shortages down this year at launch - and how they just launched in 40 new countries last week - and how they will be in over 120 countries by the end of the year.
This is a good thing. Not a bad thing that Apple is able to have two manufacturers for the A9.
Now it does suck if you find out your device has Sammy inside. Because it feels a little like you are sleeping with the enemy - but specs wise - it is not an issue.
07:49
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/lirum-device-info-lite-system/
id591660734?mt=8
If you want to find out which chip you have - it is simple - kinda - sorta - once you download a free app.
The app is called Lirum Device Info Lite - link in the show notes of course.
Open said app once installed - tap not now - to close the pop-up ad.
Then at the bottom of the screen you will see info for the Model along with an alphanumeric code.
The TSMC chips for the A9 for the 6S and 6S+ are
N71mAP and N66mAP respectively.
For Samsung’s A9’s for the 6S and 6S+ they are
N71AP and N66AP respectively.
So if you see the M in the number - it is TSMC and if not it is Sammy.
Again that is for the 6S and 6S+
08:46
http://www.wired.com/2015/10/iphone-6s-a9-battery-life/
There is also a good article in Wired - that goes over this - the title of the article is quote It doesn’t matter which A9 chip your iPhone has - get over it unquote - and yup that sums up my feelings on this as well.
Look link baiters want nothing more than there to be another Apple Gate with this launch - and they will trip over themselves and you to rush out articles based on nothing - YES BGR I am looking at you. That is the problem with many of these schlock tech reporting sites - and make no mistake - BGR is a schlock site with very questionable reporting. They are fine if you are looking for tutorials - but get into breaking news or rumors - and their quality plummets down to Digit-times levels.
Now they are not the only ones guilty of this - essentially anyone reporting ChipGate as a real issue - are guilty as charged. Again - this whole thing started because no one took the time to do real world testing and they SOOOOO wanted there to be an issue.
Ok - Soap Box I do get down off of now.
09:53
Ok - I have been mentioning I would update my iPhone update sheet - and I am finally ready to go over this.
For those new - what I have been doing over the years - is looking at all the new features available for each new generation of iPhone and then scoring each new feature and getting an over all upgrade score.
For example the iPhone 4 vs the 3GS - had a total score of +30. The 4S - was a +29. The iPhone 5 was just a +25. The 5S was a +30, The 6 and 6+ were a +24. And the new 6S and 6S+ surprisingly came in much higher then I initially would have expected with a +33. That makes this current Generation the biggest increase for any generation iPhone.
My scoring is 100% determined by me. So yes it is not overly scientific. It is based on a score of 1 or 2 or 3. A plus 1 is for a minor tweak or new feature. a 2 is a new feature that is something that clearly improves over past gens - and a 3 is a significant change - in the feature set or functionality.
For Example the A8 Processor - got a +1 - where as the A9 gets a +3. The performance jump we talked about last episode almost makes me want to give it a +4 - but that is not an option.
4K vidoe recording gets a +3. As does Video playback support. the 12 MP new camera - also a +3. As is the improved 5 MP front camera.
3D Touch - gets a +3 as well - not so much for what it can do today - but how it will be used in the future.
And the semi-Water Proof features added - gets a +3. This will be evident to anyone that drops it in a pool or bathtub or urinal - and it keeps on working. The addition of the gasket and seals for the connectors is huge. No Apple is not talking about it - but it is there - and it is a big big upgrade - especially for anyone that has ever had an iPhone dropped into water.
On the + 2 side of things - there is the 2GB of RAM. This should improve the over all UI and what you can do with the iPhone.
Live Photos gets a +2 as well - as it is a nice new unique iPhone feature.
I gave Deep Trenches a +2 - because once you look at some of the new photos with the 6S and 6S+ - you realize there is some nice magic going on - and this is a big part of that magic - that allows the extra MP to matter.
And the improved LTE / Wifi get a combined +2.
On the Plus 1 side we have Optical Video Stabilization - which is just for the 6S+. There is also now Playback Zoom for Video - that gets a plus 1. Almost gave it a plus 2.
Faster Touch ID gets a +1
As does Tougher Glass
And finally Stronger Aluminum gets a +1. Wanted to give it a Plus 2 - but being annoyed by bendgaters - is not justification enough to bump it up - so I left it at +1.
Overall as I said to start - this Generation of iPhones is the biggest update ever. And goes along with S level updates being the better updates as we have been saying on this show for a long time.
If you would like to see the entire chart - including the new features added to past iPhones going back to the iPhone 4. In the Tii App for Ep 368 - go to the bonus content - and I will have it in there as a PDF. The second page has the updates with the scores.
I will also have some links in the shows notes articles going over some of the improvements and testing for the iPhone 6S and 6S+.
But here is my overall recommendation - if you have a 5S or earlier - and you are ok with going with a larger size phone - then now is the time to upgrade. The only reason not to - is if you are like my wife - and you want the smaller size iPhone.
If you have an iPhone 6 or 6+ - I still find it hard to recommend an upgrade - but it does make more sense to upgrade to the 6S from the 6 - then it has for any other generation upgrade. So if you have upgraded each year in the past - this year - well you likely already upgraded.
http://www.redmondpie.com/detailed-benchmarks-show-
iphone-6s-is-the-fastest-phone-in-the-world/
http://www.computerworld.com/article/2986731/
smartphones/first-look-the-new-iphone-6s-plus-
impresses.html
http://www.wired.com/2015/10/waterproof-iphone-6s/
15:07
http://www.redmondpie.com/dual-core-iphone-6s-smokes-
galaxy-s6-note-5-other-android-phones-in-initial-benchmarks/
Now of course we do not live in a world with just iPhones - that would be a purely utopian world. Nope - we also have Android devices out there - and when it comes to comparing the iPhone - we can’t just compare this gen to last gen. Nope - we also need to look at how it does against those other phones.
When it comes to benchmark test - that is easy - the iPhone 6S and 6S+ smoked - toasted - destroyed the comp. Not even close. Single core speed tests for the A9 came in above 2,500. The closest Android phone was the HTC Nexus 9 - coming in at 1887. That was actually the only Android phone that came between iPhones with the A8 and A9. The A8 came in at over 1600. Yes - all other Android phones tested - were slower than the 1 year old iPhone 6 and 6+. Next on line was the Galaxy S6 edge at 1309. Wait a second Rob- last week you said the 5S was at 1,399 - oh - good catch - so really all other Android Phones were slower than the 2 year old iPhone 5S. Sweet. The Samsung Galaxy S6 came in at 1207 and the numbers drop from there.
So looking at bench mark tests the iPhone 6S and 6S+ smoke and destroy all competition. And the 6 and 6+ and 5S beat everything else except the HTC Nexus 9.
16:58
http://www.businessinsider.com/the-cameras-on-the-new-
iphones-set-a-new-standard-for-smartphone-
photography-2015-9
But of course smartphone use is a lot more than just bench mark tests. There is also how people use the phone - and in reality that most often is as a camera.
Business insider has a nice article on how the iPhone 6S Plus did vs the Galaxy Note 5. Make sure to have your ad blockers installed before heading over.
So how did it do. Quote the iPhone 6S plus is the new reigning champion of smartphone cameras. Many smartphones that take pictures with accurate color tend to look gloomy and dull - even in bright sunlight. but the iPhone offers an excellent balance of color accuracy and enticing brightness unquote.
And that is why Deep trenches gets a +2.
The iPhone 6S and 6S+ are the fasted smartphones and have the best cameras - and if you are on an Android Phone - then it is definitely time to join the Utopian future known as iOS.
If you have an older iPhone and are on the fence about upgrading - really the only two reasons I can give for not upgrading for those on the fence - Size - that is if you want the smaller 4” form factor - and Money - if you don’t have an extra Grand laying around then wait until it is time for your carrier subsidy to kick in - if you even get one of those anymore.
18:38
Hi Rob,
Your show is one of my regular podcasts. I appreciate ALL your timely and informative subject matter. Always accurate and trusted. Best thing you do is let us know when to install upgrades.
I have also found your advertisers to be what you say they are ... Especially Harry's
Stay well my friend
Dave
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21:00
VOICEMAIL - Tom_Answer_voiceover_quest
Hi Rob,
I heard Coby mention that since he had upgraded to iOS 9.1 beta 1, he now has to enter a 6 Digit Passcode, I too had this on my new iPhone 6S Plus and also on my Sons iPhone 6 after a restore of his data from his iPhone 5S.
But if you go into Touch ID & Passcode and opt to change your Passcode, enter in your Current Passcode it will then ask you to set a new Passcode, but will also give you an option of Passcode Options, at the bottom of the screen, so if you select that, you can then change the passcode back to a 4 Digit Passcode.
Hope that helps.
Regards,
Mark Tracey.
West Midlands
UK.
Hi Rob,
In item 367 at 1 hour and 45 seconds in, you read a email from Dan in Vancouver indicating 2 issues with IOS 9. The first was with texting where the field in which you would normally type a message would become populated with a prompt to record a spoken message with no apparent way to dismiss it. I have a 6 plus and my wife has a 5 and we both were experiencing this after we installed IOS 9 and the only way I found to temporarily fix it was to force quit the text app and reopen it. I have since upgraded to IOS 9.0.2 on my 6 plus and the issue is still there. In both cases it happens randomly. If anyone knows a fix please share it.
Regards,
Steve in Texas
Hi Rob how do you get the podcasts ap to automatically download in the back ground?
Regards, Conrad
Go to Settings —> Podcasts —> Turn on “Background App Refresh”
Also there may be a bug with the Podcasts app - so while you are there - turn OFF - “Delete Played Episodes” as it may be deleting just slightly played episodes or episodes downloading while listening to others.
Here is an email I received on this.
Rob
While downloading Ep. 0367 via cellular data, I decided to finish listening to 0366. Download progressed fine and upon reaching the end of listening to 0366, the Podcast App marked both episodes as "Played Episodes to be Deleted".
I had not even touched the play button for Ep. 0367 so it seems we might have another bug? Maybe listeners can chime-in if they have experienced the same.
Regards,
PaulG in Lawrenceville
VOICEMAIL - Raj_Answer_per_call_lost_notes
27:08
https://plus.google.com/communities/
105412562215997292912?cfem=1
We are now over 2,500 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 that went up since the last episode came from Kent Kersey who posted the following question
Quote
Does anyone know of an easy way to see which songs/albums you've downloaded to your iPhone on Apple Music?
Unquote
And Marc Lobart answered where to find that. First you open the Music App - next at the bottom select “My Music” Then in the middle of the screen look for the red text - Might be Artists or Albums or Songs or Genres or Composers - depending on what you had it set to. Tap on that and you will get a pop up with those options to choose from - select Songs - That will close the pop up - next tap on songs again and then at the bottom of that pop up - select the toggle switch - Only Offline Music - turn that on. And that should close the pop up.
That will then list just the music you have on your iOS device.
Since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts and comments in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android fan bois free zone and spammer free zone. Yup it is the most civil Google+ community covering iOS.
Folks Go to today in iOS dot com slash community to join in.
And thanks to all 2500+ of you already in the community and contributing.
Also from the Google Plus community was this post from Faisal Keylani who linked to an article:
This per Apple releasing the A1633 iPhone 6S - which is Apples unlocked SIM-Free - not for any specific carrier - world phone. This is now the answer to the question - on which iPhone should I get if I want one unlocked. The A1634 is the 6S+ version.
29:34
http://www.redmondpie.com/unlocked-t-mobile-vs-sim-
free-iphone-6s-6s-plus-whats-the-difference/
There was a nice post on RedmondPie - that goes over the difference between the A1633 and 34 vs the other iPhones.
Especially with regards to the T-Mobile unlocked phone - the new ones have one more band for LTE - Band 30 - which is not available for the T-Mobile phones.
In the US for example when you go on line to buy an iPhone - you will now see the following options for Carrier
AT&T
Sprint
T-Mobile
Verizon
and now - SIM-Free
Delivery of the 6+ Rose Gold Sim free for 128 GB is listed as 2 to 3 weeks.
Looks like it is one to two weeks for other options.
I think it is pretty self-explanatory - but when you buy an iPhone that is SIM-Free - it is exactly what you get an iPhone with no SIM card.
But really it comes down to if you want an iPhone no strings attached and will work in more places world wide then any other phone - the A1633 and 34 - are the phones you are looking for.
Again - just choose the SIM-Free option. And pretty surprising to see this on sale in the US within a month of Launch.
NOTE - this does not mean they will work in China. They have a different system there all together. But they should work Globally except in China.
I should also welcome the following countries to the iPhone 6S and 6S+ party - as they all started getting the new iPhones on October 9th and they are
Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dorne, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Greenland, Harrenhal, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Isle of Man, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Maldives, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and Taiwan
But remember - is you are looking for a world phone - the SIM Free version is the one to go with.
31:57
http://www.macrumors.com/2015/10/12/apple-
seeds-fifth-ios-9-1-beta/
Apple is keeping up with its rapid release of the betas. With iOS 9.1 Beta 5 now available as of Monday October 12th. It looks like the full release of 9.1 is on schedule for later this month. We know it is scheduled for later this month as 9.1 is needed to set up Apple TV from an iOS device.
Changes this time around seem to be new emoji’s because evidently Apple thinks we can’t get enough of them.
New Wallpapers
Developer support for live Photos
and iPad Pro - Apple Pencil Compatibility - but not sure how anyone can prove that last one - since neither device is out.
There is also the so called - stability / speed improvements. Which is just a generic place holder for the 2nd beta and later.
32:45
http://www.msn.com/en-au/money/technology/iphone-
6s-users-report-boiling-hot-home-buttons/ar-AAfbD0D
Here is a strange one - and have not heard of any listeners with this problem.
It comes from Msn.com and the post is titled - iPhone 6S users report boiling hot home buttons.
And well you guessed it is about users reporting Touch ID - that is too hot to touch. Not 3D touch but 3 Alarm Touch.
This according to some on Apples support forums - is just the touch ID that is getting hot - and if they held down the home and power buttons together for around 10 seconds - after the phone restarted all functioned well again.
Which I find interesting - because the same ones saying the home button was too hot to touch are the same ones saying if you hold it and the power button down for 10 seconds the problem goes away once it reboots - either that or all the nerves in your finger are dead and you can’t tell it is hot anymore - one or the other.
That all said - as I mentioned I have not heard of this issue from any listeners - if anyone had a hot home button on their 6S - let me know.
And let me know if powering it down and back up solved the issue.
34:05
http://www.marco.org/2015/10/09/overcast2
Marco Arment the developer of OverCast is doing something interesting - he is making OverCast free - as in completely free. But Rob you say -it was already free - Yes - but many or the best features were locked behind an in-app purchase. Not any more - now all the features are unlocked and free.
Marco is trying a new model where he asks for some donations instead.
So yes his smart speed and voice boost features are all unlocked now. There are 3D touch shortcuts - and of course the Apple Watch App.
There is a play next by priority feature. Which is nice for those that like this show - make Today in iOS a priority and when a new episode comes out - which as you know can be any day of the week - and the new ep of Tii moves to the top of the list.
This is Overcast Version 2.0 as well - so there are new features - especially with regards to streaming content. Plus lots of improvements to the app.
The thing I like about Overcast most - is that the features are with you the consumer in mind - and focused on helping making it easier to consume the content you know you want to consume - not trying to force content on you you never heard of or asked for.
So if you have lots of podcasts you listen to - and you have not checked out Overcast yet or recently - now is a good time.
If you are using the Overcast App - make sure to recommend the Today in iOS podcast.
35:59
http://money.cnn.com/2015/09/16/technology/
android-hack/index.html
Here is a fun Android Article - it appears to hack an Android phone - you just type in a really long password. This is one of the oldest hacks in the book - it is called and overflow error. And with Android devices running the Latest Version of Android - Lollipop - yes it is vulnerable to this - hey Password is not the password - what should we try next hack. Once you overwhelm the device with too many characters - it crashed to the open home screen.
According to google - someone that has your phone and does this - can quote view contact data, phone logs, SMS messages, and other data that is normally protected. unquote. Yeah so you know nothing major or anything.
Google did release a patch for this back in September - which means most Android users will be getting that patch - oh - yeah - never. But the ones that do - it will probably be in 2016 at best before they see it.
37:01
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39:40
VOICEMAIL - Tyron_CA_3D_touch_options
VOICEMAIL - Jonathan_NO_quest_make_show_how_long.
It takes me at least 20 hours a week to get this show produced. That 20 hours a week is spent answering and sort emails and voicemails. I do look at them all. I spend a good amount of time reading articles and researching for the episode. And it takes 6 hours min to get all the show notes done. The actual recording takes about 1 hour for every 20 minutes of episode. The typical evening I record episode is over 4 hours for the recording / editing / exporting / encoding / show notes creation and publishing. For example tonight I started recording at 10:30 PM - and right now XX minutes in - it is XX:XX XM time.
Per voicemail messages - I have a folder I move them to - and then pull them out in usually what is a most recent in - first out method. Meaning if I fall behind - and your recording does not make it on right away - with in the last 3 eps - chances are it will not make it on - until well at least the quiet periods between New Years and WWDC. I went and looked in the folder - and there are over 1,200 voicemails in there. That does not count the much much great number of emails. So today I am going to make the rest of this episode ALL about listener feedback. No more news - just listener feedback with most - the vast majority being voicemail messages. That will clear the way for future feedback about the new Apple TV , iPad Pro, Apple Pencil and new keyboard case - all which will be coming between late October and late November. The rest of the ep will be voicemails that came in since the iPhone 6S and 6S+ were announced and up until this afternoon on October 12th. So essentially all come from the past 5 weeks. But if I get over 90 Minutes before the Outro - then I will close it down for this week - and get to the others next week.
VOICEMAIL - Scott_TX Issue_carplay
VOICEMAIL - Dave_CA_6S_issue_LTE_just_data_helps_tip
Hi Rob,
Just thought I'd write in and mention that you can probably say "Hey Siri" without spelling it out for 2 reasons. 1) The "voice training" feature seems to be working very well. I tried this with my wife and Siri wouldn't activate on my phone unless I asked, and 2) I believe the feature is disabled when playing audio, as when connected via Bluetooth to Sync in my Ford, I can't get it to activate when audio is playing, but it works fine when I pause the stream.
Really digging my new 6s Plus. Here are a couple of tricks I've discovered. On a 6s or 6s Plus on iOS 9, 3D Touch and hold on the keyboard to enable a trackpad to move the cursor when typing (similar to 2-finger drag on the iPad). Also, I've noticed in iOS 9, with the screen locked, plugging in a headphone jack now turns on the lock screen with a slider icon for the Music app in the lower left (similar to the fashion used by the Handoff feature) you can slide up to launch into that app. Thanks for the show, Rob.
Lou Valencia
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TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 367
Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast - First up I want to thank STACY for sending in the music you hear in the background. STACY wrote:
Hi Rob,
I created this song called OPPOSING FEAR with the App Korg Gadget - and the track was “mastered" within Audioshare
This is from my Album Space age Sonic Goodness where all the songs were created on iOS devices. You can find my music by searching for Spectral Sevenths two words in Spotify.
Regards,
Stacy P
SONG OPPOSING FEAR
Thanks STACY for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode. I also want to thank CHRIS for sending in the Artwork for today's show. CHRIS wrote the following:
Rob,
Here is a Bit of Today in iOS artwork. I created it Using Photoshop Touch App utilising the photo layering applying photo layers and multiplying an image of Quantum Teleporting from NIST, Apple Event Siri Wave and Text.
Regards,
Chris in London
Thanks CHRIS, for sending in this artwork and folks you can see CHRIS'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 367 - or at instagram.com/todayinios and also as a stand alone post in the VIP section and at Facebook.com/todayinios.
If you have some artwork and or music you have created on your iOS device that you would like to share with the audience please email it to me at today in iOS at gmail dot com and please make sure to include which app or apps you used to create said artwork and or music.
02:25
In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote ““Research in Motion’s new tablet is surprisingly mature for a new product, and one that will clearly be embraced by both consumers and corporate users alike.” unquote
Jack Kapica, Digital Journal, 15 April 2011
If by embraced you meant rejected or repudiated or pushed away or shunned - then yes they were quote embraced unquote - Just Sayin
02:55
For Promo codes - Doohhh - I did a first - I sent out the promo codes for Cool Timer Pro to those that asked for the 40 Years of Concert Photos and vice versa. Which is why I should not be copying over promo codes at 4:00 AM after I finish a show. I apologize to all I sent the wrong codes to and to the dev and iBook authors. We have given away promo codes for almost 400 different apps it was a pretty good run of not doing that before. Lets see if we can go another 400 apps of not doing that again.
A QUICK REMINDER if you are an App developer or an iBook Author email me if you want your app or iBook featured in the promo give away segment FOR FREE We Just need the 5 promo codes or more to give away. simply email me at today in ios @ gmail.com and please include a 60 sec or less audio review of your app or iBook - indicating you are the dev or author. Also when you send in the promo codes - please make sure to let me know when they expire.
04:09
http://www.forbes.com/sites/abigailtracy/2015/10/02/
in-wake-of-t-mobile-and-experian-data-breach-john-legere-
did-what-all-ceos-should-do-after-a-hack/
For all of us US T-mobile users that signed up between September 1st 2013 and September 16th 2015 - It appears that t-Mobile’s partner Experian - had a slight ummm data breach. which I mean for a company that is doing credit checks and has your personal info and social and other details - Yeah I mean I can see how they let that happen. Please note the issue here was not with t-mobile but with their soon to be vendor that does credit checks.
And again I said us - because I signed up with them September 2014. Sweet.
apparently all effected will be notified in writing - This according to t-mobile CEO John Legere - who to his credit did not hide when news of this broke - he actually went on to twitter and answered peoples questions.
He also said that T-mobile customer will also be notified when you logging your mytmobile.com account.
He did say if there is no notification when you sign in all is fine. But best to take advantage of free protection services being offered by t-mobile right now.
There is a link in the show notes to the page T-mobile put up about this. Again - check your account and see if you are affected.
http://www.t-mobile.com/landing/experian-data-breach-faq.html
05:42
http://betanews.com/2015/09/20/adblock-plus-defends-ad-
blocking-applauds-peace-and-backs-crystal-for-ios/
I have not said much on the Adblock feature in iOS 9 - and the controversy that was brought up by Marco Arment - mostly because I was trying to research on this and see if my gut feeling on this was wrong.
I went and even attended a webinar about Adblocking from the Folks at TapInfluence - who are definitely Anti-AdBlocking.
But here is what I thought was interesting in the webinar - in one slide they had - that was titled Why People Block Ads.
The main reasons were 1. Ads Obscure content, 2. Privacy 3. Bandwidth 4. Slow Website Load 5. Because they can.
But they missed a big reason for mobile - Battery Life. If you are browsing on mobile devices and downloading lots and lots of extra content - sometimes 10 times or more content without ad blockers then with ad blockers - then adding an ad blocker if you do a lot of surfing the web makes a lot of sense. Because it is not like you actually look at those ads - so you will be missing nothing - and saving battery life to boot.
By they way I am not going to build up to where I stand - I will state it right now - I am all for ad blocking - the issue as I see it is that Ads have become such a burden on web browsing - that they make the entire experience bothersome - I sometimes I find an article that is really good and I have to debate on if I even want to link to it - because it is so overrun with ad crap. Pop ups - redirects to get to the article - or video ads that start on their own - it is all really annoying and as mentioned also a drain on your iPhones resources.
Per the issue with Marco Arment - if you are not aware - he had a very successful ad blocker he released called Peace - it was so successful it made it to the number one paid app in iTunes app store for a couple of days - and then Marco pulled the plug - because he felt guilty for suppling users a tool that he felt would be used to bypass ads and cost content creators money. Also it seems he may have been beat up by his publisher for doing it.
See that is the other side of this argument - that without the ads there would be no content.
Marco said on his blog post quote
I still believe that ad blockers are necessary today. but I've learned over the last few crazy days that I don't feel good making one and being the arbiter of what's blocked,
unquote
Marco’s app used a data base from Ghostery to decide what to block. So technically he was not the arbiter of what was being blocked - he was more like the Executioner of Ads - and Ghostery was the judge handing do the sentence. But in either case - Marco did not feel right swinging the sword that was being used to cut off the heads of Advertisers.
I am saddened to see Marco had pulled the app - and disappointed.
But I am happy he proved there is a huge market for this type of product - and that means those sites like iMore and BGR and others that are littered with ads and scripts and pop up and pop overs and pop wherevers - they need to understand that there are limits to how much people will endore when it comes to hijaking the browsing experience. And since he showed there is a demand for it - there are now many others more then willing to pick up that sword and start a swinging. And good for them.
Lets talk about how bad some sites are out there - I mentioned the iMore site before - the load time for the main page is 22.43 seconds. BGR’s load time is 23.09 seconds, For comparison - Daring fireball site loads in 2.11 seconds, Marco Arments site - Marco.org loads in 1.8 seconds and Today in iOS loads in 1.52 seconds. But I will work to get that down to under a second.
Look there are ways to have sites that are not so user unfriendly - and the reason again for Ad blockers is because of sites that just chew up so many resources and it slows down the browser experience quite a bit.
http://www.theverge.com/2015/9/18/9353023/marco-
arment-peace-ad-blocker-withdrawn
http://money.cnn.com/2015/09/18/technology/peace-ad-
blocking-app-pulled/index.html
10:26
https://brooksreview.net/2015/09/content-blocker-test/
There is a good review of Ad blockers at brooksreview dot net.
Interestingly his results were close to mine when looking with no Ad blockers active. As he also tested the iMore site. not saying they are getting a name for a bad user experience - but.. Rene - you might just want to rethink things over there. Just sayin.
Anyway they found with no blockers on iMore loaded in 18 seconds. With the best ad blocker that was reduced to 2.3 seconds - that blocker was 1Blocker
Daring fireball loaded in 2.2 seconds with no blockers and 1.3 seconds with the best blockers - Peace, Crystal and Selenium.
He tested a bunch of other sites as well.
His results came down to this - for the fastest Ad blockers.
1. 1Blocker was the fastest over all.
2. Ad Block Multi
3. Adamant and Blockr 1.0.1 tied for 3rd.
Now here is one issue - 1Blocker whitelists The Deck Ads by default - which means you need to add a custom rule to block those. That said - Right now - 1Blocker which is free - is the one I am using and testing. By the way once you install the Ad blocker - go and launch the app on your home screen - this will allow it to run and get the updated list of sites to block. then click on start using - and click the big button to turn on. Then go to settings - safari and turn it on. Oh and note there is an in app purchase to allow you to block more then one type of content at a time. There is a block ads switch, a block trackers switch, a block twitter widgets, and so on. As a free app you only get one item. You have to spend $2.99 to block all or multiple categories.
There is also a nice list of Ad blockers over at the loop insight.com
Once you install an Ad or really Content blocker - go to Settings then Safari and scroll down to Content blockers - and flip the switch to enable / disable your content blocker of choice.
Here is one piece of advice I have seen mentioned many places - running multiple different Content blockers at once does not make things faster and in most cases slows things down.
Again - let me know what Content blocker you have settled on or decided against - 206- 666- 6364 - that 206-moon-dog - or send an email to today in iOS At gmail dot com.
http://www.loopinsight.com/2015/09/16/a-list-of-content-
blockers-for-ios-9/
13:44
http://appadvice.com/appnn/2015/10/will-losing-its-apple-
developer-account-hurt-ifixit
I had a this next item sent in from a bunch of people - some made at apple and some taking Apples side.
And that is about iFixit - Getting a dev unit for $1 and then going and tearing it down and here is the important part - putting up the video and post about the tear down.
Because of that Apple said you broke your developer agreement - where you said if you received the unit you would not report about it.
My Opinion is this - APPLE Had to revoke their dev license. I know I joked about devs sending in their reviews of the new Apple TV - or actually not to. Wink Wink. But In this case iFixit accepted the terms of the $1 unit - and then went and broke those terms - they even said they knew it could get them booted. And really Apple again had to to send the message - nope you can’t do that.
This is not talking a little about a new feature in iOS 9.X beta - this is a full fledged tear down and posting of video of said tear down - of a device they explicitly agreed they would not do that.
So again don’t be mad at Apple - they just did what they had to do.
15:12
https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Apple+
TV+4th+Generation+Teardown/49046
Ok - since I was not one Apple sent a review unit to - I have no qualms talking about the iFixit tear down.
So what did we learn - Well essentially not much. I mean nothing worthy of getting your developer license revoked - that is for sure.
It just verified a lot of what was already talked about by Apple per the device. The Optical audio out is gone. The micro USB port is replaced by a USB C port.
One thing that was new and we learned from the tear down is that there is 2 GB of RAM - which makes sense - as the biggest argument against too much RAM is the battery draw - but since this is not mobile - battery drain is not an issue.
So Apps should run very smooth on the apple TV 4th gen.
Overall they gave it a repairability score of 8 out of 10.
We also are hearing from those that did not keep their lips sealed - that The new Apple TV - will support two 3rd party remotes and the Apple TV remote at the same time. So a max of 3 connected players at any one time.
This my kids will be bummed about - as they like to play up to 4 players at once on minecraft and their NBA game on the Xbox. Will be interesting to see if Apple makes an update at some point to allow up to 4 players at once - which really is kind of a standard in set top box games or even my Atari - just sayin.
16:51
http://appadvice.com/appnn/2015/10/amazon-will-ban-
sales-of-the-apple-tv-and-googles-chromecast-later-this-month
Another item a lot of people sent in about is the story that Amazon will be banning sales of the Apple TV and Google’s Chromecast later this month.
according to Bloomberg no Apple TV or Chromecast devices will be available for purchase on Amazon.com starting on October 29th.
Amazon is supposed to have sent an email to marketplace sellers with regards to the removal - and said no new listing will be allows and existing inventory will disappear later in the month.
According to Amazon quote
Over the last three years, Prime Video has become an important part of Prime, It’s important that the streaming media players we sell interact well with Prime Video in order to avoid customer confusion.
unquote
Now it is very possible that the 4th Gen Apple TV will be listed in the Amazon App store - as it could support Prime Video - if Apple allows the App in the Apple TV App store. It could also be a move Amazon is doing because Apple rejected an Amazon Prime Video App - and this ban is a barging chip they are using to get their Apple TV app approved.
Or it could just mean Amazon is scared of the new Apple TV 4th gen and wants to get rid of all competition from their store.
I guess we will know more once a launch date is announced for the Apple TV.
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-10-01/amazon-
will-ban-sale-of-apple-google-video-streaming-devices
18:12
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20:04
Voice Mail - Warren_FL_ordered_afterLaunch
Hi Rob,
Just let you know, I ordered my IPhone 6s Plus at my ATT store on Sept. 14 (the 128 gig gold, but couldn't get rose color).
I was all ready for Oct 19th. I got an email from ATT on the 22nd of Sept. That the phone was shipped, I was shocked, I received the phone Friday afternoon, the official launch date. And ATT said they will give me $200 for my 64 gig 5s.
Regards,
Roy S
Warren and Roy - Thanks for the feedback - I wonder if that is something we need to be worried about - is it - Apple has better supply - or is it demand is much lower over all this time around. Or Maybe it is just AT&T where the demand has dropped.
Hi Rob,
Received the iPhone 6s Plus 128gig version on the 25th and found it to be laggy and occasionally the transition from one screen to another would hang and the icons would become super large, stalled in their transition to the next screen as if the processor was busy with other actions.
What caused me to return it was the failure to down load apps. I set this up as a new device and was downloading the apps I actually use, when it stopped downloading. The app held at the "waiting" stage. This happened with any app I tried including the Apple Store app.
As a test I simultaneously attempted to download the Hilton Hotel app and my work iPhone 6 breezed through in moments and the iPhone 6s Plus began the process, circle loaded up l, but the data never downloaded.
I reset the phone and the problem persisted.
For $1000 that was enough for me, back it went. I will keep the 5s for another year. By then more devs will put the Taptic Engine to good use.
Love the show and always look forward to the next episode and listener observations and comments.
Regards,
Mike from Chicago
Mike thanks for the feedback and sorry to hear of your issue - but I think this next feedback
Voice Mail - Mike_CA_response_laggy_performance_logic_board_issue
25:38
https://plus.google.com/communities/
105412562215997292912?cfem=1
We are now over 2,500 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 that went up since the last episode came from Wayne Henderson who posted the following question
Quote
I love my new iPhone 6s, EXCEPT for the Touch ID, since it is now too lightning fast. Is there anyway to adjust it? Or, is it something we can hope for a fix in an iOS update?
Unquote
Wayne - not saying that sounds like a oh poor me my new iPhone is just too fast post or anything - but.
Ok - here were some of the responses.
From Brian sullivan - he suggested using the sleep / wake button or an unregistered finger.
Chanah Vo says quote its extra extra fast. well all get used to it soon.
And other advice was to basically un-reigster a finger and then re-learn that finger - but just the middle and not the tip of the finger. Then you can push the home button with the just the tip - hmmm seems there is a joke there I am missing - any way - just use the tip — - - of your finger on the home button and it will wake up the screen to see your messages.
Or you know you could just downgrade to a slower older iphone.
Since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts and comments in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android fan bois free zone and spammer free zone. Yup it is the most civil Google+ community covering iOS.
Folks Go to today in iOS dot com slash community to join in.
And thanks to all 2500+ of you already in the community and contributing.
Also from the Google Plus community was this post from Timmy T who wrote:
quote Google Fixed the Google+ app. unquote
To which Craig said he did not know it was broken - and Timmy replied saying the issue was you couldn’t read whole posts if they were long by just tapping on it - you had to tap on comment in order to read the entire post.
and now it is working correctly where you can see the whole post by taping on it. So Timmy thanks for the heads up on that.
27:45
http://social.techcrunch.com/gallery/15-hidden-features-
tucked-away-in-ios-9/
I wanted to talk a little about a couple of features in iOS 9 - that some or many do not get.
1. Is the Keyboard doubles as a trackpad - that is for those with iPads and the latest iPhones - but that requires 3D touch for the later on the iPads - just use two fingers at once on the keyboard to activate. this is a nice feature especially when typing a large text document or email and needs to move easily around to do some editing.
2. Picture in Picture Video - new iPads only. To activate this start watching a video in safari - tap on the video with one finger - then in the controls pick the icon that looks like a box inside a box. You can then move that around as needed.
The box with the new video will float about any other apps you go to. So this is a nice way to watch a sporting event and answer emails or comment in social media. Like wow - I drove for 9+ hours to see this football game and it seems the team forgot to send their defense up here or their offense. Oh wait - the offense is just late - a little to late. Oh and look they missed the bus to Cincinnati as well. Just saying.
So sports fans rejoice - you can now watch your games and write snarky I just fell off the bandwagon type comments at the same time.
29:14
http://www.applecontroll.com/2015/09/iphone-6s-teardown-
treatment-specs.html
One spec uncovered by iFixit that I did not mention on the last episode is that the A9 Processor for the 6S and 6S+ is clocked at 1.82 GHz. This is a nice speed bump up from the 1.38 GHz speed of the A8 processor in the 6 and 6+
If you look at the single core benchmarks for each iPhone generation - the A9 processor gives the biggest jump in RAW benchmark scores in the history of the iPhone.
From the 2G to 3G - there was no change - it was the same processor - so that was the worst update.
We then go from a bench mark of 143 to 155 from the 3G to 3GS
And from 155 to 212 when we get to the 4.
The 4S - single core speed stayed basically the same coming in at 217 - but its dual core jumped to 410. Still most apps run single core - so the 4S increase was actually not all that great or even noticeable for most applications and uses. Still the 4S is being updated and supported by iOS 9 - so it is a nice little work horse of a phone.
The 5 Really sped things up jumping to a 707 score That is over 3.2 times increase. That was the biggest multiple increase of any update and really offered the biggest noticeable improvement.
The 5S was no slouch jumping up to 1398 - almost a 2X increase. If you increased from a 4S to a 5S - they were worlds apart.
The 6 however was just a small bump up to 1615. Which is not much of an increase at just 1.16 times the past generation. The 5S and the 6 and 6+ performance wise - are very similar when running most apps.
The 6S jumps up to 2556 - for a single core - which smokes all other smartphones by a wide margin and is 1.58 times faster than the 6. The 941 jump in bench mark tests clearly is the biggest. But from a % increase was the 3rd best in the history of the iPhone. That said - if you are increasing even from the 6 or 6+ - the speed increase in noticeable - according to almost all reporting in. In some cases as we heard before it is too quick.
I almost have enough data now to do my iPhone comparison chart update and give a score to the iPhone 6S and 6S+ - hopefully next episode - which is what I said last episode. But the more I read on benchmark tests - the more impressed I am with what Apple did under the hood with this update.
It also make me very excited for the iPad Pro - and what it will be able to do.
32:07
http://www.apple.com/pr/library/2015/09/30Apple-Brings-
Apple-Music-iTunes-Movies-iBooks-to-Customers-in-China-
Starting-Today.html
For iBook users Apple has made some changes for what iBook authors can do - and this is good for both groups.
From Apple quote
Updates for iBooks on iOS and Mac Readers can now choose a new reading mode in iBooks called Gray. The new mode offers white text on a gray background and makes reading on an iOS device or Mac easier on the eyes.
Additionally, with the latest version of iBooks, readers can multitask. For example, you can read a book and browse the web with Safari, side-by-side.
With iBooks for iOS, you can use Spotlight to search for books by title, author name, or series name. This will show you books you already have in your library and books available on the iBooks Store - such as books that are more compelling then the one that made you want to multi-task with safari. If you already started reading the book, we will also show you how much of the book you’ve already read.
To get the new version of iBooks for iOS, update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to iOS 9. To get the new iBooks for Mac, install OS X El Capitan v10.11.
Updates for iBooks Author With the latest version of iBooks Author, we have improved the import function for Pages and Microsoft Word documents. For best results, you should use section breaks between chapters when you write your book in Pages or Microsoft Word.
If you’re using one of the EPUB templates, you can now also add Pop-Over widgets with text or images to your book.
Unquote
And speaking of iBooks - On September 30th quote Apple® today announced that Apple Music™, iTunes® Movies and iBooks® are now available to customers in China. Apple Music combines an extensive and diverse music library with the knowledge of world-class music experts who have programmed playlists and radio stations just for you. Launching with millions of songs in its catalog, Apple Music in China features music from artists including Eason Chan, Li Ronghao, JJ Lin and G.E.M., as well as a wide range of international artists including Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran and many more. Fans can also rent or purchase movies from a great selection of Chinese studios as well as Hollywood blockbusters on the iTunes Store®, in addition to enjoying paid and free books from the iBooks Store℠. For the first time, customers in China will have access to Apple’s entertainment ecosystem with music, movies books and podcasts right at their fingertips. unquote
I added in the part about podcasts - because clearly it was an error of omission and was supposed to be in that press release. Right.
In any case - if you are in China there is now more content available for you via the Apple Eco-system. So please check out my free iBook - Podcast101 - A new copy is in the works - with the new iAuthor. But the current one still has all you need to go from Zero to Podcast in one evening.
35:15
http://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/htc-president-calls-
monthly-android-security-updates-unrealistic/
Thanks to all that sent in this beauty of an article.
It is about a quote from HTC’s president. This with regards to Googles announcement that they are going to roll out monthly Android security updates. What was his quote - well that it is quote unrealistic unquote. Seems unless you have an android phone purchased directly from Google and unlocked to any carrier - the idea of monthly updates is just not one HTC thinks can be supported - given that most devices also have a carrier level of software - and that means even if HTC does update their software for ALL their phones every month - then the carriers need to get behind that and make their updates / approvals on those changes as well. And I would have to agree with HTC’s president - that is not only unrealistic - it is fantasy land - with Peter Pan - flying boats and ticking alligators type thinking. there is no way the carriers are going to support updates for ALL the android phones they carry now not to mention the ones they carried last quarter or last year or two or three years ago.
Yet with the iPhone 4S - which was released 4 years ago - when there is a security update - all iPhone 4S owners can get it that day is they want. That is a big big big difference between the iOS eco-system and the Android frago-system.
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Hi Colby - I think you have a setting that changed. I just updated my iPhone 4S to 9.1 beta 3 - and that is not the issue at all - that phone stayed on its traditional 4 Digit code. Actually for the iPhone 4S running beta 3 of 9.1 at least there is no option to even get to 6 digits on the pass code.
Hi Rob,
I setup or trained my iphone 6S plus siri since day 1 when i got it and on episode 366 when the caller said “H E Y - Siri" my Siri did not wake up at all since it was not my voice (yayyyy) - worked as planned.
Anyway i love my iphone 6s plus and my wife and i are definitely loving live photos
Regards,
Jorge
Hi Rob! Philip from Green Bay.
Sorry I missed you when you came to town! I was camping in the Nicolet National Forest last week, only got back the night before the big game. Just catching up, and heard you were in town for Monday Night Football. I hope you had a great time in northeastern Wisconsin, despite the outcome of the game. The Pack and A-Rod were really on, that night!
Oh, IOS stuff:
I had a 2nd gen iPad that no longer would charge, and had gotten extremely doggy anyway. Since I didn't want to buy a year-old normal size iPad, I was forced to choose between the iPad Pro and the new Mini 4. I'm so glad!! The Mini 4 is a beautiful machine, barely smaller screen than a normal iPad, very fast, very light, more portable, and half the cost of the Pro. The Pro looks cool, but way too big, heavy, and pricey for my needs. The Mini is fantastic!
Take care, Rob! Hope the Pack sees the Chiefs in the SB "L"!!!)
Regards,
Phil S
Thanks Phil for the feedback. The trip went fine to and from - using Siri to get us around was easy. One thing I really liked about the Apple Watch - was sometimes I would have a podcast going when driving - but the Apple watch would remain focused on the maps - showing upcoming turns and how far to the next turn. Another thing I really like about the Apple watch - when using driving directions with maps - it vibrates when you should be turning. It really is a great companion to the iPhone for road trips.
Phil per your comments on the Chiefs and the supper bowl - Yikes - it is looking really doubtful the Chiefs even make the playoffs - at 1 and 3 - we would need to go 10 and 2 to finish out the season to have a realistic shot at the playoffs. And that is something that would be shocking if they could do it - as they just have not looked like a team that can win 10 out of 12 games.
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https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1490536746/xlicon-
the-worlds-most-versatile-iphone-6-6-compan?ref=project_link
Thanks to the folks running the kickstarter project - XI.i.con - the world’s most versatile iphone 6S / 6S+ companion over at kickstarter dot com.
also worlds worst name - XI.i.Con - really. Ok - ignoring the bad name - which ranks up there with iPad. What they are offering is actually a neat device - and they have two versions - on for the 6 and 6S - and another for the 6+ and 6S+
To better describe it they say - quote The magnetic dock, sync, and wireless charging all in one that also acts as a portable battery for your iPhone unquote
So in a nutshell - it is a case that allows for wireless charging in a dock that also doubles as an external battery pack.
There is even a proximity alarm for your phone and the dock. When they get to far apart an alarm goes off.
They have a goal of $30k - and have raised $8k so far. This one has until November 5th at 12:14 AM CT to be funded.
Pricing while they last is $49. There is less than 20 left at that price - then it goes tot $54.
That price will get you the XI Case and XI Powerdock and a free 2X charging cable. Delivery is set to December 2015.
Search for XI dot i dot con - at kickstarter dot com or in the show notes for ep 367.
49:27
http://appreneurscholars.com/
Are you a student and an App dev or do you know someone that is. Well the Appreneur Sholarship Award is back and looking for entries for the 2016 winners.
Two student App Devs will receive $5,000. These will be awarded at CES on Jan 8th. Entry deadline is November 30th. Winners notified December 11th and announced on the 15th.
Link in the show note for where to register.
If anyone does register or has someone they know register - please let us know.
It seems this is open to Students from Elementary school up to Grad School.
50:11
Voice Mail - Kevin_Crossman_daniel_back_of_the_show
VoiceMail - John_Vanco_dan_uk_rant_touch
Hi rob,
I've been a long android user straight back from the nexus one, right upto to Samsung note 4, it's cost me a fortune keeping up with the so called flagship phones, so I decided a couple of months ago to try iOS. I didn't want to go all in on the iPhone 6, so I brought a second hand iPhone 5, WOW everything worked perfect, never had to keep doing soft resets everyday, I'm writing this on my new iPhone 6s 64 gb, I'm a huge convert now, I'll be having Apple TV when it comes out and the new mini iPad 4 for xmas, great show rob love listening and your little digs at android
Cheers from Wayne in Walsall UK
Thanks Wayne for that feedback.
I would like to thank all those that donated to the show last week. Rene, Philip, Javier, Nev, Bob and Henrik - your contributions are greatly appreciated. Folks if you would like to help out the show - there is a donate button on the lower right side - at today in iOS dot com. Thanks to all who have contributed not just this past week - but any time in the past.
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58:10
http://www.macrumors.com/2015/10/06/apple-seeds-
ios-9-1-beta-4/
Apple released today the 4th Beta of iOS 9.1. The new beta offers bug fixes to past betas of 9.1. And also a larger emoji set and the option to disable contact photos in the messages app. and there are some new wallpapers as well. Overall a minor update on the beta - with the bug fixes seeming the biggest part of this version of the beta.
58:42
VOICEMAIL - Gary_FL_loyalty_cards_stocard_app
Hi Rob,
I installed 9, it was working fine, except my texting was acting weird kept on wanting to record a message when I tried to text instead of allowing me to type my message then installed 9.1, that seemed to fix that problem. Today I installed the new notes and after I did I lost all my saved notes. Anyone know how to get my old notes back? They were on my iCloud account. I googled the issue but couldn't find anything that helped. Also, this is the first time since the first iPhone that I didn't order the new phone, I don't see enough in the iPhone 6s to upgrade yet.
Thanks,
Dan from Vancouver
Hey, Rob!
For the guy with the gym membership card wanting an easier way to access his card on his iPhone, I have been using a very handy app since pre-passbook/wallet called Key Ring by Mobestream Media. You can literally store any card you can think of, with many membership/loyalty cards already in its database. And, for those that are not, you simply take a picture of the front and back of your card, and the app generates a scannable barcode. Also, with the Handoff feature in iOS, and most likely the gym you attend, the Key Ring icon will appear on your device's Lock Screen in the bottom left-hand corner when you approach the gym. Hope you find this useful!
Regards,
JACOBÍ
Hi Rob,
-A recent caller wanted a quick way to access his gym card as a photo. I use the CardStar app https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cardstar/id301460311?mt=8 to store all my loyalty and membership cards. I keep it on the app home screen for quick access. It uses location to pull up my nearby cards. So, if I'm in Staples, it shows the Staples logo and other nearby card logos. I tap the logo and the card is displayed.
-I have an answer as to why users recklessly forge ahead with an IOS update soon after release. Reason 1: for the adrenaline rush. Same irrational high you get when putting money on the Raiders to win the Super Bowl or betting on a long shot in the 6th race at Santa Anita. Reason two: morbid fascination.
-A tip for Verizon customers: Most Verizon outlets in my area are contract sellers, meaning that the employees are not Verizon employees. My family makes a point of driving to an official Verizon store staffed by Verizon employees because we find the staff to be more knowledgeable and the service to be more comprehensive and of better quality.
Now for my dilemma: I am eligible for phone upgrade at the end of October and want to stay at the basic price point. This leaves me with these options:
iPhone 6s 16GB - Pros: latest performance and features Cons: Battery life (relative to 6S+), Photos will take up more space. Is there a way to choose a lower resolution than 12 megapixels?
iPhone 6 64GB - Pros: 4x the storage Cons: Battery life, no 3D touch, new camera features, etc.
iPhone 6 Plus 16GB - Pros: Excellent battery life. Easier to read screens with my aging eyes. Cons: No 3D touch, new camera features, etc. Too honking big?
IOS 9 promises smaller app sizes because downloads will not include graphics and code for other IOS devices and models but this will probably be better assessed over the next few months.
At this point, I am leaning toward the iPhone 6 64GB. How does iPhone 6 battery life compare to the iPhone 5S? I have been disappointed with battery performance on my 5S. I cannot go a day at work without having to go out to my car to retrieve my charging cable.
We exchanged emails some time ago in which we both foresaw, erroneously, Apple moving away from 16GB entry level storage. It is becoming nearly impossible for most users to get by with a 16GB phone. I have to prune my apps, photos, podcasts and music constantly to maintain a little breathing space. I also run the Memory and Disk Scanner Pro app (99 cents, works great) several times a week to reclaim precious space.
Apple promotes the following fantastic apps as FREE! but they take up around 2.4 GB, in their versions for iPhone 5S. That is 15% of the storage space of a 16GB unit.
Apps (for iPhone 5S)
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Size
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Pages
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279
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Numbers
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Keynote
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463
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iMovie
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757
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GarageBand
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628
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And that is before any files are created with the apps. The 16GB level seems obsolete. I can't imagine that the difference in manufacturing cost of a 64GB and 16GB units is $100. I suppose that Apple is subsidizing the cost other features with the premium price on storage. Kind of the way a Tylenol is billed at $27.00 while hospitalized.
Regards,
Mudslide Matt S.
Winston-Salem NC
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TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 366
Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast - First up I want to thank STACY for sending in the music you hear in the background. STACY wrote:
Hi Rob,
I created this song called COLD ORBIT NIGHTS with the App Korg Gadget - and the track was “mastered" within Audioshare
This is from my Album Space age Sonic Goodness where all the songs were created on iOS devices. You can find my music by searching for Spectral Sevenths two words in Spotify.
Regards,
Stacy P
SONG COLD ORBIT NIGHTS
Thanks STACY for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode. I also want to thank PAUL for sending in the Artwork for today's show. PAUL wrote the following:
Hi Rob,
The photo was taken at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival. It was edited with the Photogene, and TiltShiftGen apps. Thanks Rob.
Regards - Your Friend
Paul M.
Thanks PAUL, for sending in this artwork and folks you can see PAUL'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 366 - or at instagram.com/todayinios and also as a stand alone post in the VIP section and at Facebook.com/todayinios.
If you have some artwork and or music you have created on your iOS device that you would like to share with the audience please email it to me at today in iOS at gmail dot com and please make sure to include which app or apps you used to create said artwork and or music.
02:13
In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote ““Given what I’ve seen of Honeycomb and Motorola’s excellent tablet, Cupertino will have some serious catching up to do with their iPad 2. unquote
J.P. Mangalindan, Fortune, 4 February 2011
J.P. I want to introduce you to a former sponsor on this show - their name is Warby Parker - because were not seeing so good - Just Sayin
02:42
For Promo codes - On Ep 365 we offered up chances to win promo codes for THE App - COOL TIMER PRO . If you are interested in this app or want more info go back and listen to the beginning of Ep 365
A QUICK REMINDER if you are an App developer or an iBook Author email me if you want your app or iBook featured in the promo give away segment FOR FREE We Just need the 5 promo codes or more to give away. simply email me at today in ios @ gmail.com and please include a 60 sec or less audio review of your app or iBook - indicating you are the dev or author. Also when you send in the promo codes - please make sure to let me know when they expire.
03:30
https://mixpanel.com/trends/#report/ios_9/from_date:
-9,report_unit:day,to_date:0
Apple reported a 52% adoption rate of iOS 9 with in 3 days - this based on visits to the iTunes Store.
But is it possible there was a lot more visits by iOS 9 devices looking for updates to apps - then really a 52% adoption rate.
I mean one of the first things you do when you upgrade to iOS 9 is update apps - right.
Other services were showing around a 20 to 25% adoption rate in the first 3 days.
If we look at Mix Panel today - September 30th - they are showing an adoption rate of 55.05% for iOS 9.x vs 37.84% for iOS 8.x vs 7.11% for older than iOS 8. They actually show September 24th as the day iOS 9 beat out iOS 8 for adoption. And September 26th as the day it went over 50%.
All incredible numbers.
So now the question is - can you update to iOS 9. or should you. And well no - not iOS 9. But rather you should update to iOS 9.0.2 - that just came out today on the 30th.
iOS 9.0.2 - fixes some additional bugs - the biggest one in my book is the issue with the Podcasts App. For the first time I am able to use the Podcasts App on iOS 9. Yeah.
I do want to say some are having crashing issues still - but it is different crashing issues with the podcasts app - before it would say updating library at a white screen and crash. Now for some it goes to your list of podcasts - it shows them - it starts to download podcasts and then crashes. One suggestion - make sure you download all your podcast episodes before updating.
Also if you were one that has been crashed for a while - before updating - go and turn off downloading. Then update - then open the podcasts app - then turn downloading back on.
06:52
http://9to5mac.com/2015/09/30/ios-9-0-2/
Ok - but iOS 9.0.2 was NOT just about the Podcasts App fix - there were other items as well.
Here is what apple said iOS 9.0.2 fixed.
quote fixes an issue with the setting to turn on or off app cellular data usage.
resolves an issue that prevented iMessage activation for some users.
resolves an issue where an iCloud backup could be interrupted after starting a manual backup
Fixes an issue where the screen could incorrectly rotate when receiving notifications
and Improved the stability of Podcasts
So nice to see Apple with two double dot updates so quickly. Yes would have been better to not have needed them - but it is what is.
Apple also stopped signing iOS 8.4.1 - so no going back folks if you are at iOS 9.0.x
Also Apple released - iOS 9.1 Beta 3 - and apparently it fixes the issue with the Podcasts app as well.
08:04
http://www.apple.com/pr/library/2015/09/28Apple-Announces-
Record-iPhone-6s-iPhone-6s-Plus-Sales.html
Well Apple released their iPhone first weekend sales numbers and as expected it was more than last year. I had speculated it would be about 12.5 Million units. It actually came in at 13 Million units. From Apple
Quote
CUPERTINO, California — September 28, 2015 — Apple® today announced it has sold more than 13 million new iPhone® 6s and iPhone 6s Plus models, a new record, just three days after launch.
unquote
Congrats to Apple on those numbers - but again that is not really about demand - as we know demand is greater - but rather about logistics - and well Congrats to Tim Cook on the Logistics of getting 13 Million iPhones to users in the first 3 days.
Some other good tidbits from that press release
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iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus will be available in more than 40 additional countries beginning October 9 including Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain and Taiwan. The new iPhones will be available in over 130 countries by the end of the year.
unquote
Then there was a whole bunch of Yada Yada - Yada Yada in the PR.
09:30
http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/markets/2015/
09/28/iphone-save-cannot-apple/72972532/
So how did Wallstreet re-act to the news of the new record for iPhone Sales - ummm not so good.
Seems some wanted to see higher numbers - because this time around - China is part of the opening weekend. They were not there at launch weekend last year.
But strangely enough - none of the anal-ists were predicting over 13 Million units sold. Most were in the 11 to 12 Million range.
But suddenly when Apple actually exceeds the numbers those anal-ists had predicted. The Anal-ists then go - but yeah - this time you had China in the numbers. As if they did not know that ahead of time.
Yes - this year the iPhone launched in 12 global regions including China vs last years 10 regions where China was not included. But so what - this still was not about demand - it was about logistics.
So over or under - the number should not matter - but with it being over - how can the anal-ists be negative on that? Wow - they really confuse me sometimes.
Anyway - the real measure will be in January when Apple says when Q4 2015 sales were for iPhones.
10:41
https://linkbeef.com/this-is-how-you-switch-off-the-new-
iphone-feature-that-is-sending-bills-soaring/#_
Thanks to Doug in Cincy and other for his next one.
There is one new feature in iOS 9 - that is turned on by default - that most people will want to turn off. And by most - I do mean you. It is Wi-Fi Assist. And the reports from listeners are not good about going through a lot more cellular data then ever before. Yours truly included.
What this feature is supposed to do - is when you have a weak Wi-Fi signal - it is supposed to switch to Cellular to give you a better connection. Sounds reasonable. Except it seems Siri or whomever is make the call on what is a weak Wifi signal is really not all that happy with Wi-Fi and it is switching over a lot to Cellular. And this is driving up cellular data usage and in some cases causing people to pay more for their data plans.
To Turn this option off - go to Settings App - then select Cellular - and then scroll down - and keep scrolling down - until you get to the bottom of the page - and there the toggle switch is hidden. Go and turn it off.
Also as you go back up the page - take a good look at those items that have cellular data turned on - many times - these apps ONLY need cellular data for ads - so turn off cellular data for those apps you know you will not need it as well.
Reality is you don’t need nor want to use cellular data for ads in games or other apps that don’t need a network connection.
Here is an email on this.
Hi Rob,
Wifi assist defaults to cellular data when experiencing a weak wifi signal. Have had to up my data since my daughter got a
Six. She used 12 gb. Usually she uses 3-4
Sincerely,
Cindy E
13:08
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Hi Rob,
I’ve just updated my IPhone 6 and IPad Air 2 to IOS 9.0.1. The problems that I was experiencing the the Accessibility>Zoom feature not responding properly in 9.0 appears to have been improved although it is still intermittently unresponsive. Perhaps the next update will fix it properly but at least it’s usable.
I agree that IOS 9 includes many changes but I’ve yet to see anything that is really new. There are some very minor changes but I feel that Apple has tried to claim lots of credit for tweaks instead of giving us real innovation.
I’m sitting at home today awaiting delivery of two iPhone 6s’ for my wife and I. I wasn’t going to upgrade this time but I’m exactly half way through my purchase plan with £300 to pay on my iPhone 6. My provider has offered me £271 for my existing phone so I’m getting the new phone 12 months early for £29. I’m also getting a new Lightning cable so it’s a no brainer.
I took some of your advice before upgrading, reset network settings, and had no problems. I did end up resetting my watch and that took a little longer than I expected but all devices are now working fine.
Overall, apart from the upgrade to Watch OS 2, I don’t think this was a major upgrade. I always look forward to a new version of IOS because I like new toys but so far, I’ve been disappointed. Perhaps I’ll get more from IOS 9 with my new 6s.
Love the show. More often would be better though.
Regards,
Stuart Duncan
Dundee
Scotland
H Rob,
I just received my iphone 6S and I am Happy to report it actually does fit into my iPhone 6's clear, protective case. Not sure it would fit into every case but just sayin for your listeners, test the 6s in your 6 case before you buy a new one, it just might fit. Same with the 6+ and 6s+ I suppose.
Regards,
Aric B
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23:55
https://plus.google.com/communities/105412562215997292912?cfem=1
We are now over 2,500 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 that went up since the last episode came from Myron Uecker who posted the following question
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Proof that the "Hey Siri" in iOS 9 works as advertised. I enrolled my iPhone 6S earlier today and it does work for me. My wife was sitting right beside me and enrolled her phone and my phone didn't respond at all.
Unquote
To which one comment was - how do you enroll.
Well in iOS 9 - when you activate allow “hey siri” which is in the settings app —> general —> Siri
You get taken to a screen that says - “Setup “Hey Siri” - this helps siri recognize your voice when you say “hey siri”
Then the option to set up Now.
Once you select that you will say Hey Siri a few times and then with some commands and after a 6 or so prompts to siri it says it is ready.
Very easy to set up - so folks - please set that up so I can start saying Hey Siri - without spelling out the H E Y. I think maybe one more episode of spelling it out is going to do it for me.
Since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts and comments in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android fan bois free zone and spammer free zone. Yup it is the most civil Google+ community covering iOS.
Folks Go to today in iOS dot com slash community to join in.
And thanks to all 2500+ of you already in the community and contributing.
Also from the Google Plus community was this post from Saul Lowery who wrote:
I just discovered another cool feature of the iPhone 6S and 3D Touch. So if you are browsing along on a website and you see a link, 3D touch on the link and it will pop up a pre view of the website, it looks really cool. If you want to go to that website, press harder. This is a awesome feature in my book. As I'm watching this feature in action, the website is actually being loaded up so you can quickly check it out and see if you want to actually pop in on it.
PLAY VOICEMAIL - PAUL_HEY_SIRI_item_
28:22
https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/iPhone+6s+Teardown/48170
One of my favorite posts to come out after a new iOS device launch is the post from iFixit where they tear down the device and we get to see what really makes it tick and pick up a few nuggets of insight not shared during the keynote.
Lets start off with the iPhone 6S teardown.
First up is the question about the adhesive strips around the display. Are these for holding the display in place or for giving it better water proofness - if that is a word.
The large taptic engine in the 6S - is a big reason for the reduced size in the battery.
As mentioned before both the 6S and 6S+ are heavier then the 6 and 6+. Part of that has to do with the new screen assembly. It is 15 Grams heavier in the 6S then it was with the 6. 60 grams vs 45 grams.
The Battery on the 6S is a 1715 mAh battery down from the 1810 mAh battery of the 6. That said - Battery life is listed as the same. So Apple improved battery efficiency - while reducing battery size to get a wash - when it came to the battery life. I am sure we will be hearing from those of you that upgraded to a 6S from a 6 - on your thoughts on Battery life shortly.
They pulled out the 12 MP camera - but did not go over the manufacturer at least not for the 6S - we shall see for the 6S+ later on.
Finally we get to the circuit board and as already been shown via tests - it does indeed have 2GB of RAM. So now Zero question marks on that.
One of the bigger surprises in the teardown - is the discovery of tiny seals that surround each of the cable connectors. These match a patent Apple filed back in March per waterproofing board to board connectors.
It would seem with the addition of these seals - plus the aforementioned adhesive strips that act as a gasket - Apple has made the new iPhone 6S more waterproof - even if they did not make any such claim.
there are videos out there of the iPhone 6S being submerged in a bowl of water for an hour with no issues.
It seems those cable connectors are the most vulnerable to liquid damage - and by adding in the seals around them - Apple greatly improved the waterproof or resistance of this generation of iPhones. Even again if they are making no such claims. It might be this is a lot of testing going on - so that next year for the iPhone 7 - they can take it to the next level and claim a truly waterproof iPhone. Need to come back to these comments in a year and see if that was indeed the case.
By the way iFixit Makes sure to say - quote this device doesn't come with a water resistance rating, and we do not recommend getting your 6s wet. Water and smartphones are not the best of friends. unquote
So yeah - what they said.
For the iPhone 6S - iFixit gives it a repair score of 7 out of 10 - which is actually pretty good for an iPhone.
32:12
https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/
iPhone+6s+Plus+Teardown/48171
Now on to the iPhone 6S+ teardown.
As with the 6S - the 6S+ also has an adhesive strip around the perimeter of the display. Again - this may be more for waterproofing then for adhering the display.
The display on the 6S+ is 20 grams more then the 6+ - 80 grams vs 60 grams.
So yes 3D touch brings with it some added weight.
Interestingly the Taptic engine in the 6S+ is actually smaller - quite a bit smaller than they on the 6S. 15 x 8 x 4.9 MM for the 6S+ vs 35 x 6 x 3.2 mm for the 6S. That is 588 cubic mm for the 6S+ vs 672 cubic mm for the 6S. Maybe Apple needed the extra space for the battery. And that battery is just 2750 mAh for the 6S+ vs 2,915 mAh for the 6+ a drop of 165 mAh.
Again - Apple is claiming identical battery life between the two devices.
The Rear camera for the 6S+ is noticeably bigger than that for the 6S - this do to the extra optical image stabilization feature.
Again no notice of who made the camera module - and no indications if it is at all related to their LynX purchase - which at this time it does not at all look to be the case.
Next it is time for the chips and again it is confirmed there is 2GB of RAM for the 6S+ - not that that is a surprise to anyone.
Really no big surprises that were not shown for the 6S.
Repairability for the 6S+ is also a 7 out of 10.
34:17
http://petapixel.com/2015/09/28/how-the-iphone-6s-
camera-compares-to-all-previous-iphones/
Thank to Mike for the heads up on this next one.
There is a nice article over on PetaPixel dot com titled - How the iPhone 6S Camera compares to all previous iPhones. And it does a nice quick job showing the improvement in our pics of the past 8 years.
When you look at the low light pictures - it clearly shows the 6S is much better then the past iPhones.
From the article quote The improved sensor, software updates and new A9 processor on the iPhone 6s has made this camera the best yet, There is an apparent increase in the speed of auto focus and improvements to colour accuracy, details and sharpness, especially in low light. unquote
http://www.idownloadblog.com/2015/09/30/ifixit-iphone-6s-waterproof/
35:27
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPGzLd8Xwx4
As I said on a couple of previous episodes - as soon as the iPhone 6S and 6S+ were released people would be tripping over themselves to get videos up on Youtube showing how they bent the new iPhones - and Yup - that was the case - but really that was about as much as a stretch as predicting the A9 processor would be in the next Gen iPhone.
What was not predicted was just how darn hard it is to actually bend the 6S and 6S+. Apple really did a great job on adding rigidity to this generation of the iPhones. As one tweet I saw went quote looks like Apple injected viagra into the series 7,000 aluminum unquote.
One of the video on Youtube shows a video person struggling mightily to try and bend it with his bare hands. He is shaking he is trying so hard - but to no avail.
36:43
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pjiuf5ftIPY
And we had this email sent in.
Hey Rob,
I had not seen this version of the "bend test" before. Figured you would want to see it even if it can't be shared on the podcast.
Regards,
Peter H
Thanks Peter - and while I can’t show it - I can describe it. The person in this Youtube video did a unique bend test - he placed the iPhone 6S+ across two very solid surfaces so just a little of the ends are on them. Then in the middle he places a solid block about 1 inch wide - but going across the width of the iPhone and on top of it he starts adding 25 lb weights. So you are talking a very concentrated force in the middle of the iPhone.
It takes about 150 lbs of weight for some case separation and 180 lbs of weights to finally destroy it.
Last year 90 lbs of force bent it and 110 lbs broke it.
So in this unscientific test - at lest the 6S+ was much more rigid then the 6+
Hey maybe the S stand for Stiff this time.
In all seriousness - the 6+ took a lot to bend - but the 6S+ well to bend it you really really have to go out of your way to cause it an issue on the bending side.
38:26
I mentioned a few episodes ago about PIDS - Post iPhone delivery syndrome and right about now - some of you are suffering from PIDS. And by Suffering I mean your significant other is letting you know that they need some attention and are feeling a little jealous of your new shinny Apple device.
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41:23
VOICEMAIL - Jeff_Ark_first_impressions_OK_iPhone6S
VOICEMAIL - Jeff_CT_6S+_feedback_3D_touch_camera_impressions
Hi Rob,
Horrible experience on Friday when I tried the Apple upgrade plan. Plenty of balance on my credit card and excellent credit. I was declined by Citizen One after 7 tries I finally gave up and paid full price for the phone. I purchased the gold 6s with 128gb. I will probably take the phone back and do At&t next for 12 months, since evidently my credit is not good enough for Apple's upgrade program. I spent two and a half hours in the store trying to get the upgrade program to work. It was a huge waste of time and I really hope they get this program fixed before the lose loyal customers. I am a long term listener an love your show Rob. Stood in line for the first phone and immediately found your podcast. You and the other listeners have helped me immensely.
Thanks,
Larry from Granbury, TX
Hi Rob,
I wanted to share some information I discovered the other day about iOS 9. I know Apple noted that Siri was going to be more predictive and a more active assistant; however I wasn't aware of howmuch more advanced Apple made her.
The other day, I was in the car, and Siri was adding some items to my Reminders. At one point, I wasn't sure if she added, let's say, exactly what I I had said. So I asked her to read my reminders back to me. In the past, I would receive the same response: "Sorry, Brenton, I can not complete that request at this time!", but this time, she actually read back every one of my reminders. I was very surprised by this. When she finally stated the last item, it was in fact added wrong (not quite what I had told her); so again, I asked her to Delete the last item in my list. Again, I was expecting an error message about not being able to do that, when she did it!!
I am really excited to see what other new things Siri can do to be more helpful. These are little things that are really shaping the iOS experience and setting it apart from the competition. I just wanted to share with you and your listeners. Keep up the great work.
Brenton N
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54:12
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ilepo360-keyboard/best-
folding-keyboard-got-better-with-1-year-batte
For a kickstarter project - this week we have the following email to read.
Hi Rob,
Richard from Flyshark team. Our Flyshark folding keyboard was a success on Kickstarter. With the feedback and more experience, we created Flyshark II:
- Bluetooth 4.2 for faster, more secure connection
- Longer battery life from Better Energy efficiency and a bigger battery
- Special shortcut for iOS for selfie, search and screen capture
- Universal Bluetooth keyboard compatibility
- Lighter and Sturdier with new structural engineering improvement
Now we have launched on Kickstarter - Search for flyshark 2.
Regards,
Richard Wu
FlyShark Team
Richard thanks for the email and saving me the time to work up the description.
This project has a goal of 30,000 dollars - and has raised over half of that so far and they have until Oct 24th at 9:20 AM CT to be funded.
What Richard did not mention is when folded close this keyboard is about the same size as the iPhone 6+ - so not very big - and definitely very portable.
Pricing on this is $49 with delivery slated for November.
This really is a good looking and compact key board - and that it supports bluetooth 4.2 - is nice for the new iPhone owners.
Again search for flyshark 2 in kickstarter dot com or in the show notes for ep 366.
56:06
VOICEMAIL - Joe_NY_GET_rob_6S+
Joe thanks - but in this calendar year - I have purchased a Mac Book Pro, a Mac Book, an Apple Watch Sport - and will be getting at least one Apple TV - and likely an iPad Pro. Very likely an iPad Pro - if folks want to donate toward that iPad Pro - that will be appreciated especially considering the price to get one with the keyboard, apple pencil and top end for storage - Folks there is a donate button on the lower right side of Today in iOS dot com. I think I need to pass this year on a new iPhone. But Joe - Thanks for the feedback and thoughts.
Hi Rob,
I just Listened to Ep 363. A good Round-Up of the event. Just noticed, with the TII app as you were talking about the three year old comic. I clicked on the link while listening. And was surprised the link opens in the App not going off to Safari or other default browser set. Kudos for that.
The Tii App the best way to consume everything Today in iOS.
Regards,
- Chris In London
Per the pre-order experience for the 6S and 6S+ here is some of the feedback from listeners.
Hi Rob,
Att.com opened early. Order placed for Silver iPhone6S at 2:55est. Five minutes early,
3:07 est Apple app on iOS device finally opens, Apple.com still on hold shows closed
3:19am est. Apple.com finally opens online for me, but I already ordered on Att.com.
Regards,
David L
Hi Rob,
The Apple Store website and Apple Store app all still seem down for me , but Verizon let me place my order early around 2:54 EST, and I got the confirmation email almost immediately.
Regards,
Ryan B
Hey Rob,
so I was able to watch the long-winded September 9th event by dividing it up into two evenings after work and here are my take aways: As an iPhone 6 owner on T-Mobile JUMP, I was planning on upgrading my device every year but after seeing what apple has to offer this year, I'm just really not excited to upgrade. The numbers are great on processor and graphics speeds, forced...ahem...3D touch looks cool and efficient, but, like you, I was really hoping to get a camera that's flush with the body. You can keep your high megapixels and give me a camera that doesn't protrude! But hey, that's just me. I understand that the general public may want the larger megapixel camera and Apple feels the need to keep up with the Jonses. So I may be waiting another year and just paying off my monthly EIP until I own this 6 outright then selling it and upgrading to the 7. I’m not in love with this slippery rounded body style anyway, hopefully that changes next time around. On to the really exciting news... Apple TV! YES, finally! This one could be a game changer. I really hope to be able to get rid of Comcast eventually and this may just be the ticket. If Apple is able to lock down Amazon Prime and an NFL package, I’m sold. Who am I kidding? I’m probably going to buy a new Apple TV regardless :) The new iPad Pro is impressive, it could replace the need for a laptop but it’s really not much cheaper than buying a new Macbook. And the Apple Watch just isn’t for me…right now at least :) Well, that’s my four cents, keep up the good work on the show. PS why do you sound so different when you’re on the road using different mics??
Regards,
- Double A
Hi Rob,
12:17AM, ordered two 6S+ 128GB (Rose Gold for the wifey, Gold for myself) for pickup at the Stanford Apple Store at 8AM on September 25th! I will be standing in line again! Good night world.
Regards,
Tony L
From Jim Siegle
quote Just ordered through Apple Store App. Shipping 9/25. Tried on ATT app, unable there. Going back to bed. It's 3:33 AM here. unqote
Hi Rob,
Apple App Store finally came online at about 12:11 AM. Ordered my At&t iPhone 6s 64GB to be delivered on 9/25. I'm a happy iPhone owner.
Regards,
Chris D
Hi Rob,
Finally at 8:52 am GMT it goes through on website. Was on phone trying to call O2 at the same time and they kept cutting me out after waiting in line for about 10mins. Now can't wait for the next 2wks to roll by. Gosh that was painful.
Regards,
Tosin O
Hi Rob.
At 1:30 AM PDT I reserved a new Gold 64GB 6S for purchase a my local Apple retail store on September 25th. There were plenty of time slots available starting at 9:30 AM. I chose between 12:00 to 12:30 PM. I am planning to purchase the unlocked AT&T compatible phone with AppleCare Plus and pay the full amount at purchase.
Thanks for your Podcast. I listen every week and learn something new every time.
Warmest regards,
Will B.
Honolulu, HI
Hi Rob,
Trying for 2 hours but nothing.
I have a business verizon plan. Apple app says, SORRY, you have to contact your rep. My online verizon business account doesn't give me the option to order
Regards,
Cindy E
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1:05:23
http://www.wxyz.com/lifestyle/quiz-are-these-people-waiting-
in-line-for-the-pope-or-an-apple-product
Hi Rob.
This is hilarious.
Are the people in line for Apple or the Pope?
Regards,
Robin
Macomb, MI
And what it does is - it shows you a dozen pictures of people waiting in line - and you have to decide are they waiting in Line for a new iPhone or to see the Pope.
I have to admit - I did really bad at this - 4 out of 12 right. Just guessing with out looking I would have done better.
Thanks Robin for that.
Folks look for the link in the show notes for ep 366 titled - Quiz: Are these people waiting in line for the pope or an Apple product?
1:07:10
Thanks again to Boll & Branch for helping you defeat PIDS and for sponsoring this episode - Folks go right now to Boll and branch dot com with boll spelled b o l l - and use promo code t i i - to save $50 off the nicest sheets you have ever owned with free shipping to boot.
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.
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I had some interesting feedback about my coverage of the new iPhones to date. More than One person said I was being my typical Fan boy self and there is nothing compelling about the updates. Another person said I was essentially pissing on my listeners by being so snarky and negative on the upgrade. Win Win - And by Win Win - I mean if I upset both sides of the isle so to speak - it must mean I am right where I need to be.
Next episode - I hope to do my comparison on how the update for the 6S and 6S+ compare to past updates. and go over those in more details. Plus go over some of your additional feedback. I will say - if you have a 5S or earlier - this is a no brainer upgrade - well actually not no brainer - as you need to choose between the two sizes. If you have a 6 or 6+ then it is not so easy of a choice. Again I will go over that more hopefully next episode. Per my comments about 16GB - I stand firm on my belief there - 16GB is too small for anyone other than the I don’t install apps and don’t take photos and don’t even listen to podcasts crowd. But for anyone using the iPhone as more than phone - for you - I have to really really point out - 64 GB is the bare min size I would recommend from the available sizes. I do think Apple should have offered 32 GB this round - but I understand financially why they did not. It means more users will be choosing 64 GB - and that means added margin for Apple. It is sad to think this is likely more about financials then it is about the end user. And that just does not seem very Apple-ish. Let me know your thoughts on the updgrade - if you were someone agonizing or still agonizing on upgrading. What do you have now - and what is making the decision tough for you?
And that folks is going to do it for us today -
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TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 365
Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast - First up I want to thank STACY for sending in the music you hear in the background. STACY wrote:
Hi Rob,
I created this song called HOUSE TONE with the App Korg Gadget - and the track was “mastered" within Audioshare
This is from my Album Space age Sonic Goodness where all the songs were created on iOS devices. You can find my music by searching for Spectral Sevenths two words in Spotify.
Regards,
Stacy P
SONG HOUSE TONE
Thanks STACY for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode. I also want to thank EB for sending in the Artwork for today's show. EB wrote the following:
Hi Rob,
To create this artwork I used the apps PicCollage and Pixalmator
Regards,
EB
Thanks EB, for sending in this artwork and folks you can see EB'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 365 - or at instagram.com/todayinios and also as a stand alone post in the VIP section and at Facebook.com/todayinios.
If you have some artwork and or music you have created on your iOS device that you would like to share with the audience please email it to me at today in iOS at gmail dot com and please make sure to include which app or apps you used to create said artwork and or music.
02:09
In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote “Why will Microsoft dominate the tablet market? The answer is as simple as it is obvious. Windows will continue to dominate, for the same reasons it has always dominated the PC and laptop market and continues to do so, by a wide margin. Let me make another obvious prediction. The iPad can never replace people’s laptops and PCs, or even make much of an impact in these markets, because it simply does not even begin to have the same capabilities — not even close. unquote
Tim Acheson, 26 January 2011
Let me make an obvious observation Tim does not know the difference between pickups and cars and which one sells a lot more of - Just Sayin
02:56
For Promo codes - On Ep 364 we offered up chances to win promo codes for THE iBOOK - 40 SOME YEARS of CONCERT PHOTOGRAPHY . If you are interested in this app or want more info go back and listen to the beginning of Ep 364
This week we have promo codes for The APP - COOL TIMER PRO - Here is the written review from the dev.
Smartphoneware is a small developer team. Our “Best Timer” for iOS that was launched in 2011 and made it to the #1 utility in the US and many other countries and was selected by Apple for App Store Rewind 2011. We have taken our great experience in timers and made an even cooler timer - “Cool Timer Pro” for iOS.
The main idea behind Cool Timer Pro is not to count only time but to also visualise it. Advanced animations and a futuristic design allow you to measure the time and to watch time flow. The application combines a beautiful hourglass, cool countdown, an elegant kitchen timer, a reliable stopwatch and stylish multi timers all in one App.
If you want an excellent visual time indicator for your activities or you need your kids to wait patiently for a few minutes or to do homework for a certain length of time try Cool Timer Pro.
Well thanks to Devs for their written review of their App - COOL TIMER PRO 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 todayinios at gmail dot com and put TIMER in the subject line.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/cool-timer-pro/
id1024556351?mt=8
A QUICK REMINDER if you are an App developer or an iBook Author email me if you want your app or iBook featured in the promo give away segment FOR FREE We Just need the 5 promo codes or more to give away. simply email me at today in ios @ gmail.com and please include a 60 sec or less audio review of your app or iBook - indicating you are the dev or author. Also when you send in the promo codes - please make sure to let me know when they expire.
05:03
http://money.cnn.com/2015/09/21/technology/apple-
xcode-hack/index.html
Lets start this weeks episode talking about probably the biggest news the past week with regards to iOS - at least in the main stream press Nope - Not iOS 9 and its release, or the Coming launch of the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus Nope it was Apples’ Malware issue.
What is not always clear in the titles of these articles - or even in the body of some of them - is that the issue - is mostly with apps being downloaded in the Chinese app store. Yes - they are available elsewhere - but these are apps specifically designed for the Chinese market by Chinese developers.
So how did Apps with Malware get inside the Apple Walled garden - well they were built with a compromised version of Xcode. The Malware is being called XcodeGhost and was used to build a bunch of apps for the Chinese Market.
This even includes a Chinese version of Angry Birds 2 built by a team from Rovio in China.
It seems that in China the official download of Xcode can be slow - really slow - So a few sites in China hosted what they claimed was Xcode - the official version - but really it was a modified version that when you built apps with it - it added in Malware.
Apple has been pulling down apps. And the number of apps affected range from a low of 85 to a high of almost 5,000 depending on the article you read.
Some of the affected apps are very popular in China including the WeChat App, Angry Birds 2 - by the aforementioned Chinese team for Rovio, There was Didi Chuxing - a leading Taxi requesting app, Railway 12306 a popular Train-ticket purchasing App and China Unicom’s Mobile Office - to name just a few of the popular ones.
So what did Apple have to say about all of this?
Well on the 25th of September they put up this post for developers and also sent out as an email
Quote
We recently removed apps from the App Store that were built with a counterfeit version of Xcode which had the potential to cause harm to customers. You should always download Xcode directly from the Mac App Store, or from the Apple Developer website, and leave Gatekeeper enabled on all your systems to protect against tampered software.
When you download Xcode from the Mac App Store, OS X automatically checks the code signature for Xcode and validates that it is code signed by Apple. When you download Xcode from the Apple Developer website, the code signature is also automatically checked and validated by default as long as you have not disabled Gatekeeper.
Whether you downloaded Xcode from Apple or received Xcode from another source, such as a USB or Thunderbolt disk, or over a local network, you can easily verify the integrity of your copy of Xcode.
Yada Yada Yada Yada
unquote
So what should you do - if you are in China - first and foremost - make sure you update all your apps - many of the affected apps already have replacements built with a clean version of Xcode available - like Angry Birds 2. Beyond that look for the link in the show notes for the article titled - These are the 85 iOS apps affected by the XcodeGhost malware - And see if you have any of those installed.
http://www.usnews.com/news/technology/articles/2015/
09/21/apple-withdraws-some-china-apps-after-malware-found
http://www.phonearena.com/news/These-are-the-85-iOS-
apps-affected-by-the-XcodeGhost-malware_id73932
https://developer.apple.com/news/?id=09222015a
11:56
http://www.appy-geek.com/Web/ArticleWeb.aspx?
regionid=1&articleid=48335991
MixPanel was looking at iOS 9 adoption rates - and what they found was that in just 3 days - Apple did with iOS 9 what it took over 9 months for Android to do - and that was hit 20% adoption rate for their latest and greatest software.
And then on Monday the 21st - just 5 days after launch Apple reported the following:
Quote the fastest iOS adoption ever, with more than 50 percent of devices already using iOS 9.
unquote
Clearly not people that listen to this podcast. Or Podcasts a lot for that matter. Because there is one confirmed and major bug - and that is for Heavy Podcast app users. The Podcasts App is still crashing and burning for many. Or more precisely when you go to open the Podcasts App - it takes you to a white screen with the words updating library - and a spinning wheel - then about 15 seconds give or take 5 later the app crashed back to the home screen.
I have been talking to Apple about this - sharing my crash log files and anything else they want. At this point it does appear to be a very small % of users this is affecting - but there is an Apple iTunes forum board post on this with over 11 pages of posts - 15 posts per page.
If you like me updated to iOS 9 and you like me were a power consumer of podcasts - and you like me are now seeing the white screen and a crash - sadly there is no simple solution. For Some - with quotes around some - for some users they have wiped their iphone clean to factory fresh settings and were able to then get the podcasts app to open - well at least until they tried to set back up with their back up - and then it crashes again. Others could not even get it to work with a full restore. Another thing we know is it is not limited to one set of hardware - the issue is affecting all makes and models of iOS devices that update to iOS 9 AND had a healthy Podcast library.
Again the % is small - but for this audience it will be much higher. If you have subscribed to more than 5 or 10 podcasts ever - DO NOT update to iOS 9 at this time. If you do - well there is always the Tii App for direct consumption.
Actually the benificiary of this issue seems to be Overcast - which was in the top 30 of free News apps this week. And for the Paid news apps - Pocketcasts, Downcast and Podcruncher are all in the top 10.
At libsyn we have been watching to see if this issue affected overall downloads - and it has not. There were actually more downloads in the 7 days after the release of iOS then there were in the 7 days prior to the release. A modest 1.3% increase. So whatever is happening it has not affected podcast downloads yet.
At this point it looks like it will take a double dot update to fix the issue - and yes - people running iOS 9.1 beta 1 and beta 2 are still having the issue.
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/7218432?start=150&tstart=0
http://www.apple.com/pr/library/2015/09/21iPhone-6s-iPhone-6s-
Plus-Arrive-on-Friday-September-25.html
15:19
http://arstechnica.com/apple/2015/09/apple-releases-ios-9-0-1-
with-fixes-for-setup-assistant-alarms-other-bugs/
And speaking of double dot updates - Apple released on the 23rd their first double dot update - iOS 9.0.1
And NO this does not fix the Podcasts App issues. Whannnt Whannt Wahhh
What it does fix is the following:
Quote Fixes an issue where some users could not complete set up assistant after updating.
Fixes an issue where sometimes alarms and timers could fail to play
Fixes an issue in safari and photos where pausing a video could cause the paused frame to appear distorted
Fixes an issue where some users with a custom APN set up via a profile would lose cellular data.
If you are already updated to iOS 9 - then yes go and update to iOS 9.0.1 - it is available as a pretty small over the air update - just 35 MB in file size for my iPhone 6+ - file size will vary depending on your iOS device.
16:16
https://thestack.com/security/2015/09/21/apples-
ios-9-breaks-vpns/
Another bug reported with iOS 9 that could be a key reason not to update - is that for some users it is breaking VPN’s. Like with the podcasts app this is something first noticed in the betas and not fixed yet.
Cisco had the following to say about this bug claiming quote “a couple of OS regressions between iOS 8.4.1 and iOS 9 […] Most notable is that when doing split tunneling, the Tunnel All DNS option no longer functions as expected. This was reported to Apple under Radar # 22558059. This is not resolved in the iOS 9 release.” unquote
As with the podcast app it is not affecting all users. But for some users DNS resolution will not work for them depending on their network setup. Some corporate servers will no longer be usable by the users even after they had a successful login - and when Users can’t use - that is an issue. Especially for those required to VPN to their work server to access docs.
So if you are someone that relies on VPN’s at work to get your work done - you definitely do not want to upgrade to iOS 9 yet - as even cisco seems to be saying the only solution if you have a VPN issue in iOS 9 - is to downgrade to iOS 8.4.1 for now.
17:43
http://geardiary.com/2015/09/18/iphone-6-plus-heating-up-
battery-draining-after-ios-9-0-update-do-this/
Another issue some iOS9 updaters are reporting is their iOS device getting hotting and sucking down the battery life like a thirsty 4 year old sucks down a juice box.
The solution for you if your iOS device is getting warming and the battery life sucks is simple - do the reset network settings step I always recommend - yup that seems to fix the vast majority of people reporting issues with iOS 9.
Of course they probably would not have had the issue if they had done that prior to updating to iOS 9.
I do find it funny how every year I recommend two things - 1 - wait - and 2 - if you are going to update - at least force quit open apps - back up and then reset network settings before updating.
And every year - someone will go out of their way to say they did not listen and had no issues - but then I also have many others that say - they wished they had listened.
Like this email
Dear Rob
WHY WHY WHY didn't I heed your advice and wait a couple weeks to update my iPhone 6 to iOS 9?? The phone is slow to respond when opening and closing apps at times. It has definitely lost some "zip" in areas here and there. I should've waited.
Regards,
Chris G
Russell Springs KY
PS. A couple episodes back when you recorded from a hotel I thought it actually sounded great!
Thanks for the feedback Chris - and I would suggest at this time to first force quit all open apps then go to settings —> general —> Reset —> reset network settings
And then see how things are working.
By the way this is not voodoo that I am recommending - it is not about putting magnets in your socks to cure some alignment - this is based on advice we had sent in long ago - and is given out at Apple stores and apple support. The theory is that sometimes you get a rogue process that goes running on - especially one that is pinging a network over and over - and that causes battery usage issues and slows down other items. By force quitting apps and then resetting network settings - in theory at least all background activities should be closed out - especially any that were having issues.
20:16
https://plus.google.com/u/0/+DavidVanNuys1/posts/
7Em72CBhMN7?cfem=1
One question that came in from a few people is the H E Y siri function that apple mentioned being on all the time - how come that does not work yet in iOS 9 - well because you need an iPhone 6S or 6S+ for it to work all the time - it has to do with the M9 processor being brought into the A9 Processor.
But it is a hardware limitation for making siri always in listening mode.
20:54
http://www.computerworld.com/article/2985302/apple-ios/
apple-s-rapid-ios-9-adoption-shows-the-future-of-it.html
Nice Article from Jonny Evans at computer world talking about iOS 9’s rapid adoption rate.
Actually earlier I made it sound like it took 5 days for iOS 9 to get to 50% adoption rate. But according to Apple - it was actually less then 3 days to get to 52% adoption rate.
Compared to 9 Months for Android to get to 20%.
Ouch - now you know why it is better to program for iOS.
Any way - if you were wondering if you should update to iOS 9 at this point. As long as you 1. Are not a power user of Podcasts and use the Podcasts app - and 2. Do not need VPN services for work - then for the rest of you - yes it looks safe to update.
I highly recommend when you do update - that you follow the procedures in the PDF in the Tii App - it goes over the steps to take. Again - yes there are more then probably needed for most - but if you do the update right you will have less issues likely down the line.
22:07
http://9to5mac.com/2015/09/21/apple-watch-
watchos-2-top-features/
One reason people were also waiting upgrade to iOS 9 - was that they were waiting for the delayed Watch OS 2 to be released - and released it is now.
If you are updated to iOS 9 and have an apple watch - then yes I recommend you update to Watch OS 2. Remember the original Watch OS - was really a beta - so Watch OS 2 - is the real software where we get to start seeing what is possible.
First you do need to update to iOS 9 on your iPhone.
Then
quote to install the Watch OS update - make sure apple watch is
1. in range of your iPhone connected to Wifi
2. connected to its charger
3. charged at least 50%
unquote
And yes you do the update from inside the Apple Watch App on your iPhone.
It takes a little bit - 30 minutes or more - for the full download / install / restart process.
Some of what is news is new clock features including faces that include photos from your photo album, and time-lapse.
You can now set favorite contacts directly from your watch.
There is a new time travel mode which allows you to look into the future for the next few hours to see what events you have coming up.
And if it is plugged into the charger and you put it on its side - it enters night stand mode. where it shows you the time in big letters - the charge status and the day and date.
23:53
https://forums.developer.apple.com/
message/51161#51161
Hi,
Love the show, just thought I would let you know that after upgrading to WatchOS2 my calendars stopped showing up on my watch. Both my personal Gmail calendars and my corporate one.
After lots of testing - repairing etc nothing worked.
Found this article in the apple dev forums.
. https://forums.developer.apple.com/
message/51161#51161
Turns out there is an issue with MDM profiles (our corporate policies) that are stopping the sync. I confirmed this by removing the MDM control and the calendars returned,
Now waiting to see what the MDM providers will say needs changing either their side or Apple's side.
Regards
Russ
Thanks Russ for the heads up on that - and I have heard from a few listeners that had that issue since updating to Watch OS 2. So if you need calendar sync with your office - you may want to actually hold off updating to Watch OS 2.
25:08
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27:53
VOICEMAIL - Jeff_CT_UPDATE_STRANGE_THINGS
Hi Rob,
I installed iOS 9 on my iPhone 6 and my IPad Air to last night. I am very disappointed with what I have been presented with. The differences are minimal and it has broken zoom feature on both devices. Neither respond to the three finger double tap and drag gesture for zooming in and out.
Apple has claimed that Siri is much better than before but from what I have seen there is absolutely no difference. Oon the he Siri feature which I understood was going to be available without the device having power, it does not work unless plugged in
The final nail in iOS nines coffin as far as I'm concerned was the delay of releasing I OS2 for my Watch.
As you can tell, I am not at all impressed.n i'm interested to hear what your other listeners think.
Love the show. Keep up the good work.
Regards,
Stuart Duncan
Dundee
Scotland
VOICEMAIL - ALLAN_LA_iOS9_update_from_iOS7
Hey Rob,
In response to the person who did a restore of their phone and lost all of their health data, I thought I'd share my experience with restores. You can save your health data when you do a restore! You will need to first unpaid the watch from your device. This forces a watch backup to be stored on your phone. You can check this by going to Settings > General > Storage & iCloud Usage (iOS 9) / Usage (iOS 8.x) > Manage Storage (under Storage, not iCloud) > Watch. You'll see a list of recent backups, which are performed when the watch is charging. Once you have your watch backup, you'll need to create an iCloud backup, or an ENCRYPTED backup on iTunes. This is done by selecting the "Encrypt Backup" option in iTunes. When you restore your device, just re-pair the watch, and it'll ask you to restore your Apple Watch.
As for my experience upgrading. I haven't had any issues so far. Was very bummed to see that Apple decided to wait on WatchOS 2, but glad they did and not had another update-gate like they did with iOS 8.0.1, which I was affected by. I did come from the Developer Beta and the GM, so my update was very small (<800mb) and only took about 4 or 5 minutes on my work connection.
Also got my iPhone 6S reserved in store, as I will be doing the upgrade program, but I did want to provide you with some insight: there is a second upgrade option Apple is doing in store called the iPhone Installment plan. It's extremely similar to the upgrade program, is you make payments over 24 months, but does not include AppleCare+ or the ability to upgrade yearly. Great for people who are on a carrier financing plan and like that option, but don't want to be tied to a specific carrier. You can still switch whenever you want and continue making payments like normal.
Thanks,
Brandon
Hi Rob,
on item 0364 there was mention that doing an erase and full restore of iPhone looses all of the personal data such as health tracking. There IS a way to preserve that data and restore it. This includes passwords stored, health tracking, etc.
If you connect to a computer running iTunes and do an encrypted backup, then restore from that backup, all the deeper personal data is restored.
Regards,
Bob,
Santa Cruz, CA
VOICEMAIL - LUIS_NOTES_APP_QUESTIONS_INFO_REQUEST
37:35
https://plus.google.com/communities/
105412562215997292912?cfem=1
We are now over 2,500 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 that went up since the last episode came from Paul Haseldine who posted the following question
Quote
Since updating to iOS 9 my 6 plus no longer reorientates when I turn it on its side. I have to open a app before it it changes. Is this a feature of iOS 9.
Unquote
And I also saw requests about icons not rotating when turned.
This has to do with the Zoomed mode. Seems for some updating to iOS 9 - zoomed mode was turned on.
To get the iPhone 6+ back into standard mode - go to Settings —> Display & Brightness —> View - and then select “standard” mode - that will then allow your icons to rotate on the iPhone 6+ as well as apps that are supposed to like Mail and notes and others.
Since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts and comments in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android fan bois free zone and spammer free zone. Yup it is the most civil Google+ community covering iOS.
Folks Go to today in iOS dot com slash community to join in.
And thanks to all 2500+ of you already in the community and contributing.
Also from the Google Plus community was this post from Myron Uecker who wrote:
quote - Something I should mention that's new in iOS 9. It confused me when I first encountered it in the beta so you might encounter it as well. When the screen is locked, double-clicking the home button (or your device thinking you did) brings up Apple Pay now, even if you aren't anywhere near a NFC reader.
Under Settings app for Wallet & Apple Pay there is a setting, "Double-Click Home Button" to turn that back off again. unquote
Thanks Myron - for that tip.
40:07
http://www.macrumors.com/2015/09/22
/iphone-6s-reviews-performance/
The reviewers have put out their reviews.
As I try to remember to do each year - I just go right to the final thought for each reviewer. Here are some final thoughts on the reviews for the iPhone 6S.
From the Verge’s Nilay Patel
quote But if you have an iPhone 6 or 6 Plus and you’re not ready to sign up for a yearly phone upgrade program, you might not feel the usual pull to get a new iPhone unless you really want a better front-facing camera. The speed improvements are incremental, the battery life is about the same, and it'll take a while for developers to really make use of 3D Touch. And by the time that happens, it will probably be time to buy an iPhone 7. unquote
http://www.theverge.com/2015/9/22/9368415/apple-
iphone-6s-iphone-6s-plus-review
From Joanna Stern with the WSJ
quote The story of the iPhone 6s is the same as the 5s, or the 4s before it. It is a slightly better iPhone—that must be what the S stands for. And like its “S” predecessors, it doesn’t address all complaints. That’s what the iPhone 7 is for—right, Apple? unquote
http://www.wsj.com/articles/iphone-6s-review-a-
slightly-better-iphone-6-1442923203
From PocketLint
quote For iPhone 5S readers looking to upgrade you'll move leaps and bounds ahead of what you've come to expect from your phone, while even keen iPhone 6users will see benefits too. The iPhone 6S doesn't disappoint. unquote
http://www.pocket-lint.com/review/135252-
apple-iphone-6s-review-is-3d-touch-worth-the-upgrade
From Walt Mossberg
quote The iPhone 6S is the best smartphone out there, period. If you already own last year’s model, you might not find its new features compelling enough to upgrade. But, if you own an older iPhone, or an Android phone you’re ready to ditch, this new iPhone will make you much happier. unquote
http://www.theverge.com/2015/9/22/9367511/walt-
mossberg-reviews-iphone-6s
From John Gruber
Quote New-number iPhones (4, 5, 6) are about showing off Apple’s design prowess. The S models are about showing off Apple’s engineering prowess. Storage capacities and battery life are unchanged from last year’s iPhones. Everything else — the materials they’re made from, the performance of their custom CPU/GPU, the quality of the cameras, the smoothness of the user interface — is noticeably, tangibly improved. unquote
http://daringfireball.net/2015/09/the_iphones_6s
From Sam Grobart at Bloomberg reviewing both the 6S and 6S+
quote With prodigious speed, well-thought-out interfaces, and flawless hardware-software integration, these new iPhones provide the tool for whatever it is you're doing and just let you do it. The best thing about the 6S and 6S Plus isn't all the new stuff to pay attention to, it's all the stuff you never notice. unquote
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-09-22/
iphone-6s-review-come-for-the-new-features-
stay-for-the-screaming-speed
From Matthew Panzarino Tech Crunch reviewing both the 6S and 6S+
quote both the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus are worth your attention and, if it’s in your budget, a purchase. The camera alone is worth the price of admission — it’s truly great — and the glimpse into the future of three dimensional computing is just a bonus. unquote
http://techcrunch.com/2015/09/22/review-
apples-iphone-6s-and-6s-plus-go-tick/#.tivas2:bqtC
43:37
http://bgr.com/2015/09/09/iphone-6s-vs-iphone-6-comparison/
BGR had an article titled - 6 ways the iPhone 6S is better than the iPhone 6
First is 3D Touch - and is probably the biggest difference.
Unless you are into selfies - then the S versions front camera is much better. As is the rear camera. And that would be the biggest advantage. Plus there is live photos.
There are now more colors - ok - Rose gold is nice - but ahhh.
The New Housing - if you were one of the handful of people that bent their 6+ or 6 - well the new version is supposed to be much much harder to bend. Well maybe Consumer reports can do a video for us and let us know for sure.
Better Processor and better ram = better performance
Battery Life - it is expected that actual battery life performance will be better - but lets wait for a few tests before throwing this one out as a reason to upgrade.
44:36
http://www.cyberockk.com/2015/09/top-10-new-
features-of-iphone-6s-and.html
A couple of the other items that are new and improved with the 6S and 6S+ not mentioned by BGR are
1. Faster Touch ID
2. More LTE Bands - because you can’t have too many LTE bands.
3. Faster Wifi
4. Being able to say H E Y siri any time you need to and have her respond - even when not plugged in.
and
5. With 3D touch on the iPhone 6S and 6S+ force touching on the keyboard brings up track pad mode.
http://www.vietreader.com/tech/155-iphone-6s-and-
iphone-6s-plus-top-8-best-new-features.html
http://www.redmondpie.com/iphone-6s-is-a-bigger-
hardware-upgrade-than-most-2015-android-flagships-heres-the-proof/
http://www.redmondpie.com/iphone-6s-keyboard-
features-trackpad-mode-thanks-to-3d-touch/
45:07
http://www.appy-geek.com/Web/ArticleWeb.aspx?
regionid=1&articleid=48552960
I look forward to hearing back from those of you that get the 6S and 6S+ this next week - please call the show - 206-666-6364 that 206-moon-dog - or send an email to today in iOS at gmail dot com.
Let me know your purchasing experience if you waited on a line to get one.
And let me know you overall feeling of the new iphone.
Now if the past reviews and new specs were not enough to push some of you off the fence - some early bench mark tests have come in and they are CRAZY man - just Crazy.
The iPhone 6S is as powerful as Apples new 2015 12 inch retina Macbook.
the iPhone 6S scored a 2292 in a single core test and a 4293 on a multi-code test.
The Retina Macbook - 1.1 ghz version had a single core score of 2295 and a multi core score of 4464
I guess you can say is that a computer in your pocket - jokes now and well they would not be jokes.
46:18
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48:59
VOICEMAIL - JAN_LV_gym_photo_icon_open_photo_home_screen
Hi Jan - this is what you need to do - first - get that image you want uploaded to a reliable server somewhere - if you happen to have a libsyn account - upload it via FTP into your assets folder.
Then you email yourself the direct URL for that image.
http://assets.libsyn.com/images/tii/harrys_banner.png
In the case of an image it’s URL will be assets dot libsyn dot com slash images slash your show slug slash the file name.
Once you get that in your email - click on it - and then when the image opens - at the bottom of the screen - tap on the box with the arrow coming out and then select add to home screen - and then when ever you need to get to an image in one tap - there it is.
Make sure the file size is smaller - less then 200k in file size - and it will open almost instantly even with a slow data connection.
You don’t need a libsyn account to do this - any service that allows you to upload and get a static URL for that file should work. Some like libsyn will work better than others.
Hi Rob,
I'm in Canada.
I went into settings / general / language & region and set my region to United States.
Rebooted the phone and the news app was on my home screen.
Love the show!
Regards,
-Darcy
VOICEMAIL - SCOTT_WI_HOW_TO_SAY_FOND_DU_LAC
VOICEMAIL - SCOTT_WI_LAMBEAU_HAVE_FUN
Hi Rob
I Am pleased to say my autistic son has finally spoken. The below app is what we have been getting him to use. It did cost $330, but it was worth it, as it helps him to communicate with us.
Proloquo2Go - Symbol-based AAC by AssistiveWare
https://appsto.re/au/Kmvys.i
Regards
Steve
Brisbane
hi Rob!
The app I use the most on my iPhone is the Podcasts app and I just noticed that in iOS 9, ALL available episodes of any podcast show are now showing up in the app! This is by far my favorite new feature/fix.
Also, in case anyone had episodes in their on-the-go list and is wondering where they went in the new app, they are now in the Up Next list. In order to see it when you use the app for the first time, you need to start playing an episode, then tap on the “now playing” bar at the bottom and then on the icon with three lines and three dots. All your on-the-go episodes should show up in the same order.
To add to the Up Next list, tap the three dots icon next to any podcast episode and then “Add to Up Next” to add the episode to the bottom of the list or “Play Next” to add it to the top. When you do this for the first time, you might be asked if you want to empty the Up Next list, so make sure you don’t do that if you want to keep your old on-the-go episodes.
I hope someone finds this helpful.
Regards,
Eddy in Sweden
VOICEMAIL - MINDY_iOS9_siri_different_no_ping
Hi Rob.
I funded the Znaps Successful Kickstarter campaign and paid for the privilege. Now apparently I have to enter a discount code in another site to claim it.
Being the suspicious type, this somehow seems wrong to me. I've supported other campaigns and have not experienced this.
Comments?
Regards,
Bob in Hamilton Ontario.
Hi Bob,
They had such a huge number of backers, they needed to go that way.
I used it and it seemed to work fine.
They had been warning before it was over they would go this way - as otherwise it just was not going to be manageable using the Kickstarter tools.
So not something to worry about - actually would be more worried if they did not.
Rob W
56:54
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2091438620/pad-
and-pencil-the-first-sleeve-for-ipad-pro-and-a?ref=nav_search
Well that did not take long - and I am talking about the Kickstarter project called Pad & Pencil. Quote Elegantly carry your iPad Pro and Apple Pencil in this high-grade, oil-tanned leather sleeve. unquote
Yup this is for the iPad pro.
And this one had a very modest goal of $4k and has already raised about $5k - so it is funded and has until Nov 2nd at 10:!7 PM CT for you to fund this even more.
Pricing on this is $80. You can choose between Black, Camel and Taupe
You can choose to one with the iPad Pro with the Smart Cover or one with out the smart Cover
So for those that were looking to Apple for an answer for where to put your Apple Pencil - This Kickstarter project is one answer.
Search for Pad & Pencil at kickstarter dot com or in the show notes for ep 365.
57:55
http://www.imore.com/how-new-apple-tv-uses-demand-
resources-host-great-apps-and-games
Rob,
I think you and the listeners should check this article out to clear up confusion about how big Apple TV apps will be able to get. There's a too long, didn't read at the bottom, too.
Regards,
Jonathan Perry
Seems iMore has an article that clears up some initial misunderstanding about how big apps can get on Apple TV.
The 200 MB app limit is for the initial download bundle. Once you open the app it can download up to 2GB more per app. With up to 20 GB of other resources available in the cloud.
Now it should be pointed out the initial iOS app bundle can be 2GB in size - vs just 200 MB in size for tvOS apps.
Ok - so that is a little different then how it was initially reported - but it seems odd of Apple to restrict the initial download to 200 MB - and have a min storage size of 32 GB - where as iOS devices have an initial download size of 2GB and a min storage of 16 GB - just seems not balanced.
Either way - it sounds like App devs will have plenty of room to work with to get some great looking and image rich apps on Apple TV - even if it means the initial download is only 200 MB.
My sons are already asking about Minecraft and looking forward to playing games on the Apple TV.
59:29
http://www.theverge.com/2015/9/15/9330187/remove-
apple-iphone-default-apps-stocks
Tim Cook said something I am not sure I like - and that is Apple may let users delete native apps they don’t use.
Seems in an interview with Buzzfeed news - Mr. Cook said he knows that Customers want this option - but some apps like messages, safari and mail are too core to the system and UI experience to be deleted.
Quote This is a more complex issue than it first appears, There are some apps that are linked to something else on the iPhone. If they were to be removed they might cause issues elsewhere on the phone. There are other apps that aren’t like that. So over time, I think with the ones that aren’t like that, we’ll figure out a way for you to remove them.” unquote
I don’t like the idea that people could uninstall the Podcasts App. If they leave that as a critical app - sure I am fine with Compass and news and tips being removed - but Podcasts app - noooooooo - that will hurt podcasting.
Don’t expect this until at least iOS 10 if even then. Personally I would rather just see the min size of an iPhone increased to the 32 GB size it should have been this time around.
1:00:41
http://www.iphonehacks.com/2015/09/iphone-
6s-4k-video-space.html
So folks have already found out the file size of 4K videos on the new S level iPhones. A one minute video at 4K and 30 fps will take up 375 MB of space. vs 1080p HD video at 30 fps which takes up 130 MB of space vs 60 MB of space for a 720p 30 fps video.
So that means on a 16 GB iPhone where only about 12 GB is available. If you had not other apps installed and no other resources taking up space - you could store about 30 minutes of Video recorded at 4k.
Of course you will not have Zero apps and resources - at best you will have 6 GB of space available or around 15 Minutes of space for 4K videos.
a 128 GB iPhone will get you over 5 Hours of video storage - assuming similar amount of apps as the iPhone with 6 GB of space.
1:01:46
VOICEMAIL - Rich_16GB_iPhone
Hi Rob,
I had a theory about why Apple is calling Force Touch 3DTouch on the iPhone. I'm not an Watch owner, but I believe Force Touch is a single "level." On the iPhone, they talk about pressing lightly to preview, then harder to "pop in," which sounds like there may be more than one level. I could be misinterpreting it, but seems logical.
Also, I heard something that makes a lot of sense for why there's still a 16GB model iPhone on the market. Credit goes to Adam Christianson of the Maccast for this one. He mentioned that a lot of Enterprises use the 16GB versions because they limit their employees on what content they can install on their work phones. This made a lot of sense.
Thanks,
Lou Valencia
VOICEMAIL - PROMO_CROWDVIZ2_intro
Hi Rob,
I have a good question for your show.
I want to preorder iPhone 6s and pay full price for the phone
(no subsidy).
Which if any of the versions of the iPhone 6s (T-Mobile,AT&T,Verizon,
Sprint) comes unlocked?
I know that it is not advertised as unlocked, but I have a feeling
some or all of the versions are unlocked assuming i pay full price for
the phone.
Thanks,
Itamar
West Hills, CA
Hi Itamar - Per an agreement with the FCC the Verizon smartphone that have LTE need to be unlocked. So that is the one you will want if you are want to pre-order an unlocked iPhone - or you can go to the Apple Store and get one from them unlocked - it just might be a while before they have stock.
Hi Rob,
I have an iPhone 5s that I really like however, I really want to start using apple pay and nfc functionally. Almost all of the stores I shop at regularly support apple pay so it would really add to my iOS experience. At first I thought about upgrading just to the 6 or 6plus but I figured I should wait to see what the new features would be announced for the 6s and the 6s plus to see if it would be better to go for the latest model. The other thing I'm considering is maybe keeping my iPhone 5s and go for an apple watch instead. I currently have a pebble but as you know it doesn't do nearly as much as the apple watch. If you were me what would be the better option out of the three? The 6, 6s, or watch?
Thanks for the show and keep up the great work
-Sincerely Gabriel from Sacramento
Hey Rob
I thought this was one of the better events
- I didn’t miss the business statistics at all
- I’m not a watch person (yet) so that was the least interesting to me.
- The iPad Pro looks nice - but the real wow factor combination with the Pencil. I don’t have a real reason to buy yet though.
- The 3D touch on the iPhones looks great too, but I think we’re holding off on upgrades for now - all purchased iPhones here.
- I’ll bet we will buy The Apple TV - it’s just a matter of time. If it can pause material streamed over AirPlay I think we’ll have a Holiday sale. Right now we stream a lot of content from an iMac in another room. In order to pause / resume we have to run down to the Mac. If not we’ll probably wait until there are a few great apps. Amazon app!?
The recorded stream of the keynote worked almost flawlessly - the last one was painfully bad. And hey I sort of like "One Revolution” … hadn’t ever heard them but they were pretty good.
Nothing was too awkward - except maybe Eddie Cue’s shirt 😁
Thanks,
-Dan
VOICEMAIL - Scott_DC_audience_help_looking_device
1:10:48
http://www.cultofmac.com/389091/chinese-sperm-
bank-wants-you-to-swap-your-swimmers-for-an-iphone-6s/
Ok - this one seems too funny to be true - but it has been widely reported - so sure - lets go with it. Seems in China in the past and even very recent past people were trying to sell organs to get an iPhone - well now they can sell a part of them that does not require an surgery to remove - actually no pain at all - quite the opposite. A Sperm Bank in China is looking to pay for donations with enough cash to get a new iPhone - there are certain criteria you need to meet - such as being over 5’ 4” tall, and possess a college degree and have no genetic diseases. I guess that gives a whole new definition to force touch.
Insert RIM SHOOT here
In what I would assume is completely un-related news - it appears the Fist bump had replaced the hand shake at Apple Stores in China.
1:11:42
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201238
Thanks to Aurelian Radu from the G+ community for the link to the page on Apple.com where they have the pricing for all the countries for iCloud. So sorry for everyone outside the US when I get all US centric on pricing - it is just hard to go through pricing for all countries where we have downloads which is basically all countries.
1:13:24
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TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 364
Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast - First up I want to thank STACY for sending in the music you hear in the background. STACY wrote:
Hi Rob,
I created this song called DESERTING MELANCHOLY with the App Korg Gadget - and the track was “mastered" within Audioshare
This is from my Album Space age Sonic Goodness where all the songs were created on iOS devices. You can find my music by searching for Spectral Sevenths two words in Spotify.
Regards,
Stacy P
SONG DESERTING MELANCHOLY
Thanks STACY for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode. I also want to thank DAN for sending in the Artwork for today's show. DAN said the following:
Hi Rob,
Here is a picture I took of the apple store in Vegas. I used an iPhone 6 to take the picture and the free app photo editor to add the text.
Regards,
Dan from Vancouver Wa.
Thanks DAN, for sending in this artwork and folks you can see DAN'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 364 - or at instagram.com/todayinios and also as a stand alone post in the VIP section and at Facebook.com/todayinios.
If you have some artwork and or music you have created on your iOS device that you would like to share with the audience please email it to me at today in iOS at gmail dot com and please make sure to include which app or apps you used to create said artwork and or music.
02:21
In this segment of how wrong were they we have the following quote quote “ Such a shame. Add this to the list of interesting places on the Internet you can’t see on your device. Of course, if you had a Toshiba Tablet, you would enjoy the entire Internet. Yep, Flash sites too.”
Toshiba ad when viewed on iPad, 22 January 2011
Yes because we all know how many people hold off buying a device because it does not support flash - especially mobile flash. hint THE answer is Zip - Nadda - None - Just Sayin
This week we have promo codes for The iBook - 40 SOME YEARS of CONCERT PHOTOGRAPHY - Here is the review from the dev.
PLAY PROMO CODE FOR 40 SOME YEARS of CONCERT PHOTOGRAPHY
Well thanks to DAN for his review of his iBook - 40 SOME YEARS of CONCERT PHOTOGRAPHY 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 todayinios at gmail dot com and put 40 Years in the subject line.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/40-some-years-
concert-photography/id1037104974?mt=11
A QUICK REMINDER if you are an App developer or an iBook Author email me if you want your app or iBook featured in the promo give away segment FOR FREE We Just need the 5 promo codes or more to give away. simply email me at today in ios @ gmail.com and please include a 60 sec or less audio review of your app or iBook - indicating you are the dev or author. Also when you send in the promo codes - please make sure to let me know when they expire.
04:44
http://9to5mac.com/2015/09/16/watchos-2-delayed/
Some breaking news today and that is that Watch OS 2 - which was scheduled to be released today on the 16th - Nope not gonna happen. Seems there was a bug that is taking longer to fix than expected.
Or as Apple said quote
We have discovered a bug in development of watchOS 2 that is taking a bit longer to fix than we expected. We will not release watchOS 2 today but will shortly.
unquote
So umm - Yeah - a good way to start the day.
More on the iOS 9 update in a few minutes
05:18
http://www.cnbc.com/2015/09/14/apple-we-are-on-
pace-to-beat-last-years-iphone-first-weekend-record.html
First lets talk iPhone 6S and 6S+ and what Apple had to say about pre-sales
Quote - Customer response to iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus has been extremely positive and preorders this weekend were very strong around the world - We are on pace to beat last year's 10 million unit first-weekend record when the new iPhones go on sale Sept. 25. As many customers noticed, the online demand for iPhone 6S Plus has been exceptionally strong and exceeded our own forecasts for the preorder period, We are working to catch up as quickly as we can, and we will have iPhone 6S Plus as well as iPhone 6S units available at Apple retail stores when they open next Friday.
unquote
By Sunday night I was checking on line and delivery of most devices was 3 to 4 weeks out for all iPhone 6S Pluses.
For the iPhone 6S - All storage levels Rose gold was out at 2 to 3 weeks - all others colors and storage options still available on 9/25. Still the same on Tuesday night - except with Verizon - the silver 128 gb was also 2 to 3 weeks for delivery.
Looking on line it seems the iPhone 6S Plus was at 3 to 4 weeks for delivery for all options for all carriers by Saturday night and that is basically all carriers world wide that were pre-selling the 6S and 6S+
Note in China all versions of the 6S were at 2 to 3 weeks by Saturday night.
Apple will not release numbers typically until Monday or Tuesday after launch weekend. Normally on Monday. For past history here is how first weekend sales went.
Original iPhone around 250,000 units. 3G - 1 Mil units, 3GS - also 1 Mil units, 4 - 1.7 Mil units, 4S - 4 Mil units, 5 - 5 Mil units, 5S and 5C - 9 Mil units, 6 and 6+ - 10 Mil units. And for the 6S and 6S+ - well it likely will be at least 11 Mil units - but here is the thing - at this point it is really not about demand - we know demand it greater than 11 Mil units - it is about supply and logistics - how many units can Apple ship in that first weekend is the real question - and Apple can be sand bagging - where they purposefully release just 11 mil units - so next year they can release 12 mil units and so on. I mean I am not saying they ARE doing that - just that well you know - they could be. By the way if I was going to put a number on it - I think Apple will report 12 to 12.5 Mil units sold in the first weekend of sales. 12.5 - would mean a 25% increase over last year - and that just sounds really nice.
Regardless of the actual number we need to realize that the iPhone 6S and especially the 6S+ and even more specifically the Rose Gold versions - will be in short supply through the end of 2015 into early 2016. The real question is on the Jan quarterly conference call if Tim cook says they are still with more demand than supply at the end of 2015 - or if supply and demand were in balance at the end of 2015. That is really when we will know more about how well the new iPhones sold.
Especially since - a lot of this first weekends sales will actually be counted in Apples next fiscal quarter.
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/heres-many-iphones-
apple-sold-164112868.html
09:23
http://www.iphonehacks.com/2015/09/iphone-
6s-has-2gb-ram.html
A bunch of people seemed to be doing testing with Xcode to figure out the amount of ram in the different iOS devices - and it seems the consensus is 2GB of RAM for the 6S and 6S+. With 4GB of ram for the iPad Pro.
So it does look like that item is checked off on the bingo card.
09:42
http://tii.libsyn.com/september-9th-2015-rumor-bingo-card
So how did we do on the bingo card this year. Well like in past years - some things expect did not happen - but less so this year than in past years. Or put another way - not a lot of surprises at the September event - based on rumors out there.
Per the items that were Check marks on the bingo Card.
2 GB RAM for the iPhone
12 MP Rear Camera for the iPhone
4K Video Recording on the iPhone\
Apple TV 4th Gen
That gave us our only bingo from bottom left to top right.
Other items that happened:
Force Touch
A9 Processor w/ M9 Motion Processor
6S and 6S+ announced
Min storage for iPhones stays at 16 GB
Apple TV touch pad remote w/ motion sensor
Apple TV App Store
Apple TV remote w/ Siri control
iPhones built w/ 7000 series aluminum
Apple TV with 32 GB storage
iPad Pro announced
Those we are not sure - but think not:
Full NFC access
LynX camera Module
Those that almost happened - but were just off a little:
Bluetooth 4.1 - was actually 4.2
3 to 5 MP 1080p HD Facetime Camera - yes on the 5 MPixels - nope on the 1080p Video
New Apple TV $199 to $249 price - Nope - it was just $149 and $199
Then there are those did not Happen:
iPhone 5S killed off
Rose Gold Special Edition of iPhone 6S+ - but wait - they announced a Rose Gold version - yes - but not real gold - and not uber expensive as the rumor had it.
Apple Tv to be Home-kit Hub
Camera Flush w/ back of iPhone - likely proves it is not the LynX module.
5C replaced by 4" 6C
So again - just one bingo - but there were 14 items which happened out of 24 - and that is more than any past bingo card I can remember. Plus 2 more that still have a small chance of being correct.
Hi Rob,
Only 16GB entry level iPhone?
Is the new 2015 iPhone scandal going to be #GreedyGate ?
Regards,
Guy W
Hi Rob,
I Think the 'S' in the iPhone 6S. This time Stands for 'Sensitivity'. As in the Sensitivity of the 3D Touch Screen.
Regards,
- Chris In London
12:55
http://www.computerworld.com/article/2983812/smartphones/
the-complete-iphone-6s-camera-improvements-guide.html
There is a nice article from Jonny Evans at Computer world that goes over the iPhone 6S camera improvements.
In the article he talks about the Bigger Sensor. The size increase is to help it focus faster and should reduce the number of artifacts captures when you a take a photo.
He also talks about more focus pixels for much faster autofocusing.
Color accuracy improvements by using an Apple designed image signal processor.
And the previously mentioned Deep trench - which leads to better isolation and less cross talk or bleed of colors.
Other topics he covers are the improved FaceTime camera, Retina Flash, Live Photos, Optical Image stabilization, and 4K Video
In all a lot of the major updates for the S series were camera related.
13:48
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/new-
iphone-6s-6s-cheapest-article-1.2362005
Thanks to Dr. John for this next one.
Which is an article on the cheapest ways to get a new iPhone 6S or 6S+. And they talk about which plan and payment options are best.
But it does come down to this. Going with T-Mobile in the US seems to be the cheapest option.
T-mobile is also offering $125 discount on new iPhones for users willing to sign up for the Jump on Demand plan and its 18 month lease structure.
A lot of the lease offerings from Sprint and T-Mobile - and similar offerings now from AT&T and Verizon - usually end up with you handing over your old device to upgrade next year. IF you don’t have kids - and have no one to pass on the old devices - then maybe a lease makes sense for you.
Personally I will not sell my old devices - with a wife and two children - there are lots of old iOS devices that are in demand in this house.
If your goal is to spend the least amount long term - then going with T-Mobile seems to be once again the best option. If you travel a lot - through out the US - then maybe Verizon makes the most sense for you - but it will cost you more.
If you don’t travel at all - then look to see what carrier is best in your local market for coverage. Price wise T-mobile is better then sprint - which is better then AT&T and Verizon - which traditionally have been either very close to each other or identical.
Lastly there is the Apple Plan - where you make payments for the device - but can upgrade next year. And you get an unlocked phone and Apple Care + coverage and you pick your carrier - but you must go to an Apple store physically to get that option - and that means waiting in line on the 25th. It is not a bad deal if you are going to be getting Apple Care Coverage and looking to upgrade yearly. But again you need to be at an Apple store to get this deal - and not until the 25th.
http://www.macworld.com/article/2982376/apple-phone/iphone-6s-pricing-plan-offers-frequent-upgrades-and-applecare-for-a-premium.html
http://www.theverge.com/2015/9/10/9302255/t-mobile-
discount-apple-iphone-6S
16:25
http://appleinsider.com/articles/15/09/16/iphone-6s-and-6s-
plus-to-arrive-in-india-netherlands-in-early-october-reports-say
Some news about other countries getting the iphone 6S and 6S+ - if you live in India or the Netherlands - you would be seeing the new iPhones in earlier October - a report claims.
Essentially they will start shipping on October 2nd for the Netherlands - and October 10th or 11th for India.
Pre-Orders for the Netherlands will start on Sept 25th.
Again - Apples plans are for 130 countries to have the new iPhone for sale before the end of 2015.
The dates given in these reports are from sources in the know. So take them with a grain of salt should you.
17:05
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19:16
VOICEMAIL - Jeff_CT_apple_pre_order_experience
Hi Rob,
Jerry on episode 362 asked if anyone else was still waiting for their TrackR that they backed on Indegogo. I saw that they are commercially available now so I opened a support ticket with them asking when I could expect mine. I got a quick response apologizing for the delay in my order. They said they would get mine shipped right away. It arrived about a week later.
Regards,
Joe
Hi Rob!
Philip here, from the home of the 13-time NFL World Champion Green Bay Packers!
Ran into a problem with Apple Pay - transactions started getting declined, and I couldn't tell why. Had to call my bank, who told my the expiration date was wrong, that's why the charges were declined.
Then it hit me - I had received a new card since the time I originally added that card to Apple Pay.
Unfortunately, there is no way in Apple Pay settings to see the card's expiration date to confirm or anticipate this, let alone no way to update the card info. I hope Apple addresses this shortcoming, as you lose all history when you remove a credit card from Apple Pay.
So here is the tip: anytime you receive a new/replacement credit card, you should remove and re-add that card in Apple Pay.
Keep up the great work, and,
GO PACK GO!!!
Regards
Phil
Well Phil - thanks for that tip. Me and the family will be up in Greenbay for the Monday night game against the Chiefs - have some very nice suite seats. We will likely be the only family of four wearing Cheifs jersey’s well ok one of just a few families in Cheifs Jersey’s. Go Chiefs.
Hi Rob,
you mention that the TV remote had a IR receiver. The reason for the IR receiver in the TV remote is to interact with your TV via its IR receiver, so you can control volume and power on and off. Which for me is should have been obsolete a long time ago, why hasn't the TV industry introduced a Bluetooth remote to kill off the horrible line of site issue. I willing to bet the copying machines are starting up now(SAMSUNG,SONY,VIZIO, ETC.)
Regards,
Saul Lowery
Dooohh - Yeah - was not thinking that the remote would be changing the volume on your TV - figured it was controlled via the Apple box. Also noticed it said you can program to turn on/off the TV - so yeah per your comments looks like the IR part is to talk with your TV. Thanks for the comment. My only question right now is do I get 1 Apple TV 4th gen or do I get 2?
VOICEMAIL - Mike_CA_How_is_applewatch_doing_observing
23:44
https://plus.google.com/communities/
105412562215997292912?cfem=1
We are now over 2,500 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 that went up since the last episode came from Chris who posted the following question
Quote
There is a Difference between Force Touch and 3D Touch
According to Apple patents, there is another level of sensitivity of Force Touch that will be used in the new iPhones. Basically, these two technologies do the same things, but what you’ll see in the newest iPhones is an additional level of sensitivity. Simply put, Force Touch has less capability to measure your touches and presses and doesn’t react as quickly to your input, whereas the new 3D Touch is highly sensitive and reacts immediately, while also allowing different “levels” of actions based on how firmly you press.
It might sound like an indistinguishable difference, but anyone who wants just a little bit more out of Force Touch (or really, really loves it) on the Apple Watch might disagree. With the Watch, you can push and wait for the click.. and that’s it. Now, 3D Touch offers functions based on a lighter push or a firmer push. And if you ever felt that you had to force Force Touch on the Watch, 3D Touch should alleviate that with its higher sensitivity.
Just Saying
- Chris In London
Unquote
Since the last episode there were also dozens and dozens of other new posts in the Tii Google+ community - which is an Android fan bois free zone and spammer free zone. Yup it is the most civil Google+ community covering iOS.
Folks Go to today in iOS dot com slash community to join in.
And thanks to all 2500+ of you already in the community and contributing.
Also from the Google Plus community was this post from Chris who wrote:
After the Event thoughts
Most of what I thought would happen did. The iPhones, The iPad Pro. Which is the best iOS device to date.
I did get most of what I was thinking with the Apple TV 2. But oddly bemused by Apple adding older technology and not redesigning the hockey Puck design.
So HDMI 1.4. Not even HDMI 1.4a which was new in 2009. USB TO lightning connector. Not even. USB- C to Lightning.
Might be able to do 4K at 30 fps. But really only HD 1080p. Not UHD. So kinda out of date before opening the box
The compatibility with third party controllers is good. Also you can use your iPhones and Touches as controllers to play games to.
The new tvOS is good and compatible across platforms Mac and iOS 9
Disappointed, no National and International Stations added. No Apple subscription Video Service. But, TV app Store and Development Kit that allows ONE Universal App that works across platforms.
No Notification support to iPhones, Watches or Macs of when your program is on or recording.
No Apple TV App for the iPhones to schedule programming. Or from the Apple watch for that matter..
Sorta Hot and cold on the New Apple TV
oh. And looses the optical Audio Output. Thats real sad.
Just saying. Thoughts?
Regards,
Chris In London
27:45
http://www.bane-tech.com/best-ios-9-features/
Lets talk iOS 9 - First - I still recommend you wait until the 26th or later to update to iOS 9. And so far early feedback has been mostly positive.
Some of you will email and say I don’t do any of your recommended steps and all is fine. Kudos to you - and consider yourself lucky. because others will email in and say they wished they listened. As always - follow the procedures I have outlined in the PDF in the Tii app - under PDF’s.
It is at the top of the list for PDF’s and titled Recommended Update procedure for iOS - and again I do recommend you wait until the 26th.
One key reason to wait is that Apples servers get slammed the first few days and that means longer times for authentication of the update. And a site call Crittercism - has a model they run to predict new iOS updates - and it is showing that iOS 9 will be updated sooner by more people then iOS 8 was by a wide margin.
But beyond even the issue of servers being overloaded is the fact Apple would not even let devs submit their updates to be specifically for iOS 9 until this past week. So some of your critical apps are likely still going through the approval process. If you are someone that is not willing to jailbreak - then you should not update in the first 10 days. last year I did not even update my wife’s iPhone until iOS 8.1. If you need your iOS device for work - wait until the 26th at least and then do the update on your first day of your end of the work week.
Yes I know some of you will do and have done the update - and I will have their feed back later in the episode. I do believe iOS 9 will go much smoother then iOS 8 - and I hope on the next episode to say there is no need to wait until 9.1 to update - but we still need to see how the reports come in from users.
Ok - Now lets really talk iOS 9 - I went back through my notes of the betas and wanted to go over some of the key new features and where to find them.
But first - as I said when Beta 1 came out some features make it some do not to the GM - one that did not - was being able to turn the flash on and off while video recording. Sadly that is not in iOS 9.0 GM.
As is the ability to email 15 photos at once - which was in beta 1 but not in the GM.
So sadly two of the features I most liked in the original beta are not there in the GM.
But what is there for 9.0 that is new and best of for features.
Obviously there is the new low Battery Mode. This can be turned on under Settings - Battery. Now when you iOS device gets to the 20% battery remaining warning - you get the option right in the pop up to turn on Low Power Mode or to close the pop up. When you go to Setting - Battery - you can see the apps using the most battery life for the last 24 hours.
One of my favorite new features - lower case letters on the keyboard when it is lower case and upper case when the caps lock is on. It is a minor thing - but one I have really liked. I have seen some say they don’t like this feature - which is turned on by default - if you are one that does not like lowercase letters on your keyboard - you can change it back - by going to
Settings —> Accessibility —> Keyboard - and slide off “Show lower case keys” Again it is something I really like - but others no so much.
Passbook - is now called Wallet.
The notes app is greatly improved. And depending on the iOS device you have - you may be able to draw pictures in the note app now. Or add a picture.
You can add in a check list. Which I really like - as I have been using that for when I have to go to the store - in the past I made a list and deleted each item as I found it in the store. Now I just tap next to the item and the circle fills with yellow and a white check mark. I no it is a a small addition - but one for me that I like. Adding in the ability to also format text is another plus I like. I was a big user of the note app anyway - now more so.
Remember to activate the extra features for Notes - you need to go to your notes folders - and select Notes under on my phone.
The main new app for iOS 9 - is the News App if you are in the US, Australia and the UK. Which is essentially a flipboard killer. Or as I wrote back on Ep 351 quote
Essentially with the news app you can create your own customize news feed. They have partnerships with major news outlets and ESPN. But it will also support blogs. You can really add in any blogs or news source you want. But clearly - the ones that look the best are the ones Apple partnered with. To start with this will launch in the US, UK and Australia. unquote For the most part I have been using it just for searching for Apple and iOS news. I would imagine in College Basketball season that I will add in info for the Flyers. Again this is for those in the US, UK and Australia at right now - but at least one report of someone in the UK not seeing it.
In the Photo App there are now more folders for your photos. One for Selfies is added to iOS9 as is a screenshots folder. Those join depending your device - Panoramas, Videos, Slo-Mo, time-lapse as specialty folders. Plus there are also folders in the photo app for 3rd party apps - like instagram and fotor.
Public transit also made it ways to the Maps app in iOS 9 - For some areas - definitely not all. In the maps app - type in where you want to go - then tap the I in the lower right - and select transit to get info. Or when you tap the car next to the destination pin - you can also select Transit or Walk as options. Being I am in the burbs of Kansas City - when I try for Transit - I get the message - Transit directions are not available.
Siri offers more options and is quote proactive unquote. And if you are at the main home screen and swipe to the right. You will see a new screen with siri suggestions for contacts and oft used apps based on where you are and what time it is. And then items nearby and news.
Other Changes in iOS 9 with Siri - if you pull down from the center of the screen - it gives you some Siri App suggestions. Again Siri is now more then just a cheeky little virtual assistant - it is now also a predictive virtual assistant looking at your habits and patterns to guess what you will want to do next. Again for some that means on a Friday night when you pull down on the center of the screen snap chat, tinder and Uber will come up. For us married folks it will be netflix, HBO Now and ESPN Apps.
In iOS 9 when you make a hotel or airline reservation and get the email confirmation on that - it will add it right into your calendar. And that worked great - I made a hotel reservation for the 26th to the 29th at a Hotel in Fond du luc WI - go up for the Chiefs / Packers game - that was as close as I could find a hotel - but I digress - anyway I made that reservation and it added it to my Calendar.
If you have an iPad Air 2 - there is also split screen where you can have two apps open at once. That will be really nice on the iPad Pro.
Hi Rob,
In Ep 363 you apologize in advance for saying “H E Y Siri" with the new always on mode.
Good news!!! iOS9 now has you train Siri so she only answers to your own voice. I have the iOS 9 GM installed and that was one of the changes from beta 5.
I tested it with a few different people and none of them could set off my “H E Y Siri"
.. also enjoy your new TV, I'll be getting one also, as long as Apple lets the Plex app through. That was the reason I had to move away from the TV originally 😃
Regards,
-Dan
http://www.appleworld.today/blog/2015/9/15/ios-9-
adoption-predicted-to-be-faster-than-that-for-ios-8
37:40
https://www.3dissue.com/content-blocker/
One of the new features in iOS 9 that Apple announced and some people do not like - and by People I mean advertisers. Is Content Blockers.
One thing I think there is confusion on - is that this is not built in - this is something Apple will allow 3rd parties to build and then you install. These are extensions for Safari that will stop the browser from loading online ads, pop-ups, and also other content that slows down browsing and consumes processor resources - i.e. tracking scripts, cookies, images, auto-play videos and audio and more.
Tech Crunch had a review of 3 that are not yet launched in the app store - 1Blocker, Blockr - sans the e and Crystal.
All threes of these have a premium or paid aspect.
Essentially what all three will do is make it possible for you to clear out a lot of the clutter and bogus Ad tracking scripts going on in the background when you visit a site. This means less data downloading to your device - which is good. And less CPU usage which means better battery life - also good. And much faster load times for those sites that are full of ad tracking stuff.
1Blocker for example ships with 7,000 pre-installed blockers. For sites like Wired, Mashable, The Verge, ZDNet and the NY Times - 1Blocker stopped 49.9% of data from being loaded. And with Business insider it saw an 84.5% blocking of data. iMore it was an 82.3% blocking of data.
With Crystal for example for 10 popular websites - it blocked 53% of the data and resulted in 3.9 times faster page loads on average.
1Blocker and Blockr offer varies levels of customization. Crystal is more of a one setting fits all type. If you are techie the first two will be more to your liking - if you are not - then Crystal may be best for you. I am sure there will be a lot of these type of apps out soon.
The bad news - if you are a site like iMore or Business insider - your revenue is going to plummet, The good news - Podcasting just became in more valuable to Advertisers trying to get their message out.
Of course what sites will likely do in the short term is ratchet up their use of scripts and tracking info - to offset for those small % at first that do block all that data. Which of course will slow down sites even more for regular users and cause more people to install content blockers.
So if you were not planning of using a content blocker - it is something you really should consider.
Per that - I would like to send out a request to listeners - if you are using a content blocker - which one are you using - how much does it cost - and how well is it working for you. Try doing some page loads at iMore, Business insider, ZDnet and The Verge and see the load time with it on and off for the same articles. Let me know your favorites - it is something I want to put together a nice list on to see which people like the most and which work the best based on your feedback - 206-666-6364 - 206 moon dog or send an email to today in iOS at gmail dot com
So lets go into some feedback from those at update and one to start from an unnamed source
quote Hey Rob, thought I'd give you a little insight action of course this is all confidential. Apples update servers were down today for 26 minutes.
Based on call volume it appears that all updates are going really smoothly. unquote Name very redacted and email deleted and deleted and deleted. Thanks redacted.
And that report matches up well with what we saw in the Google+ community where we had a bunch of people reporting issues trying to download the update when it first was available. It looks like from 12:10 PM CT to 12:35 PM CT - people were reporting issues trying to download - After 12:35 PM CT it seemed new reports were just that it is downloading and no real issues.
VOICEMAIL - MINDY_CA_update_on_update
G’day Rob,
Decided to do a clean install of 9.0, so I backed up everything and wiped my 6+. Installation took about an hour, plus the time to restore from backup. My only issue was losing all my AppleWatch data; apparently that doesn't get stored anywhere off the phone itself. Lost my five months of perfect goals, but I can deal with that. I'm assuming this wouldn't be an issue for anyone who simply updates without restoring to factory defaults.
Regards,
Ian.
VOICEMAIL - Jeff_CT_iOS9_experience
http://techcrunch.com/2015/09/14/hands-on-with-three-
ios-9-content-blockers-1blocker-blockr-and-crystal/
46:23
http://www.forbes.com/sites/thomasbrewster/2015/09/16/
airdrop-ios-vulnerability/
Hi Rob,
I Came across this post today recommending an update to iOS 9.0 to fix a vulnerability in Airdrop. I guess if you want to hold off on an immediate update to the new OS then turing off Airdrop or restricting to Contacts only would suffice? Also, got the new iPad Mini 4 on order, will update on performance & usability when I get my hands on it. Hoping for Air2 performance in a smaller package, we will see. Thanks for what you do for the iOS community.
Cheers,
Julian. Norwich, UK. (PS the 'W' is silent in the Norwich, don't ask me why)
Hi Julian - thanks for the heads up - first note this is all theoretical - there were no reports of it in the wild. But Apple did patch it in iOS 9 - so here is one reason to update to iO9.
Essentially in theory what this exploit would allow is for an un-authoried user to install a malicious app on your device via Air drop - even if you did not accept that app offering.
Note - the simplest way to avoid this is to keep Air Drop turned off - unless you are going to actually use it and do so in a closed work environment or at home - not out at the local pub.
Apples has patched this - and iOS 9 has the patch - so when you update - this is a non-issue - but for those holding off updating for 10 day - yeah - just turn off air drop - which again you should have off unless you are planning on using it - for battery drain reasons.
48:22
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49:59
http://appadvice.com/appnn/2015/09/apples-iphone-
6s-to-offer-revamped-3-d-touch-interface
A nice kudos goes out to 9 to 5 Mac and Mark Gurman for getting the rumor right about force touch actually going to be called 3D touch.
I know I slam quite a few for their poor predictions - so only fair to say kudos when someone nails the rumor dead on.
50:16
http://money.cnn.com/2015/09/07/technology/apple-
ipad-pro/index.html
I guess I should also say kudos to all those that said the larger iPad was going to be announced - too many to name there. I guess everyone one but me and Ken Ray or so it seems.
CNN Money even went so far as to predict before the event that the iPad Pro announcement would be the most important one of the September 9th event.
In many ways I agree - I think the iPad Pro is not being given its do. Part of that might be because you know Apple announced it two month early - and there are a bunch of other products actually launching before then.
Again not bitter about being wrong on that - just thinking they could have waited - that is all. Nope not bitter.
Anyway - I am looking forward to talking about the iPad Pro more in October episodes of Tii. No reason to talk about it more now - given you know how far off its launch and pre-order dates are going to be. Just Sayin.
51:14
http://www.androidauthority.com/robust-android-
ransomware-spreading-across-american-devices-641671/
Hi Rob,
I just sent you a flipboard article about Android Ransomware which I thought you might find interesting.
Kind regards
Simon Readman (pronounced Reedman…)
Thanks Simon - And this is yet another article about Ransomware and Android and a new one effecting those in the US. It is called Android locker pin dot A and it is pretty cool or nasty depending on your perspective.
Afte a users is infected the software will try to trick you into granting it device admin rights. And it does it in a way most users will fall for it. Once the software has admin rights - it can change your PIN number and lock your out of your android smartphone. Then users are presented a fake FBI message page claiming the users has been viewing prohibited pornographic material. And they they should pay a $500 fine for said activities.
And if you don’t drop out into serf mode right away and uninstall the malware - it can lock you out of your phone by generating a random pin number.
Now the good news for Android users - so far this has not been located in the GooglePlay store - so far. You get this by downloading an infected app from one of the un-offical app stores. 77% of the infected users of this app are in the US. So it clearly is on a few mainstream 3rd party sites for Android apps.
Oh - the fun with Android. Thanks again Simon for the heads up.
52:54
VOICEMAIL - Scott_Quest_dimensions_different_6S+vs6S+
Hi Scott - The 6S depth increased to 0.28 inches from 0.27 inches.
The depth of 6S+ increased to 0.29 inches from 0.28 inches. The height increased to 6.23 inches from 6.22 inches, The width increased to 3.07 inches from 3.06 inches.
Interestingly - the 6S had the same height and widths as the 6.
Hey Rob
I have friends that are Samsung Galaxy users. They like to send me videos of certain things. The problem is that they leave the video settings on default which is 4k. When they send it to my iPhone 6 via text (short clip), the video comes in at poor quality. I hope apple has found a solution to this when users send 4k videos from the iPhone 6s to older iPhones.
Regards,
AJ
Hi AJ - I think that is something we will find out really quick. but I imagine it will look fine on iOS devices. At least as good as it can look on those displays.
Hi Rob,
No mention of HomeKit working with the new Apple Tv. Do think this is something we can expect thru software to interface our home to Apple?
Thanks, love the show,
Dave (aka gasmandave) from Erie PA
Hi Dave - Erie PA was one of the cities I lived in - I was there for two winters and one summer. It is where I was living when I started podcasting back in 2004. Ok - per your question - It is something I thought would be announced - it is possible there will still be an October event - where apple shows off some new macs and home kit is part of it - OR not. But yes I would imagine at some Point Apple TV and HomeKit will converge.
Hi Rob,
Do you know if or when Apple will allow for a VPN connection to be toggled on and off in the AppleTV? It would make a huge difference for those of us who live outside the US to be able to use a lot of the new Apple TV Apps.
Thanks a lot, and I love your show and listen every week,
Regards,
Allan
Hi Allan that would be Right about the time the devil is fitted for a new pair of Jacksons or Harlicks.
I think with Apple trying so hard to get a TV / Movie distribution agreement in place with those content providers - any thing like that - might not go over so well with said video content providers
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57:31
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1152958674/the-
sensel-morph-interaction-evolved
For a kickstarted project this week we have the Sensel Morph.
This one had a goal of $60k and is now at around $400k with October 9th at 10:42 PM CT being the end time for this - so plenty of more time for additional funders.
So what is the Sensel Morph - it is quote the first pressure sensitive, multi-touch input device that enabled users to interact with the digital world like never before unquote
It will run you $249 - and it is a multi-touch interface for your iPad or computer.
It connects to your computer via USB and to your iPad via Bluetooth.
You can get overlays for keyboards typing and keyboards musical. There are gaming and art overlays as well as a drum pad and music production controller.
It even has a dev cable for connecting to arduino - so this is a pretty versatile accessory.
This is very similar to how 3D touch works - in how it senses you pushes on the surface.
If you want more info on this search for Sensel Morph - two words spelled - S E N S E L M O R P H
over at kickstarter dot com or via the show notes for ep 364 at today in iOS dot com.
59:01
http://shop.brando.com/STAR-WARS-Darth-Vader-
Lightsaber-Portable-Battery-Charger_p10587c1595d003.html
Thanks to all that sent in this next one - which is a external battery pack - Yawn you say - but no - yawn you must not. As this is a Light saber external battery pack.
This one is a replica of Darth Vaders Light saber.
It has 2800 mah of capacity - but does that matter - no - because it is a light saber.
It will run you about $52 US for this.
Awesome this does look.
Show notes link is in
Extra note - one of the reviews on the site said this feels like a novelty item and it is very plasticity and fragile to hold.
And its size is actually much smaller than a normal size lightsaber.
For Yoda this size does fit.
But still if you are a star wars collector - this is something unique for your collection - but it does not sound like a very practical item for the road warrior.
I guess if you really want a geeky device to go with your iPhone you can get one of the BB-8 droids from SPhero. This is the round droid that has a head that seems to float on the top of the body.
1:00:19
http://appleinsider.com/articles/15/09/15/first-developers-
receive-apple-tv-units-promptly-post-pictures-online
Thanks to Dr. John for the heads up on this next one.
Which is a short little post showing a picture of one of the Apple Tv’s sent out to a developer for a buck. Seems the first thing devs do when they get an Apple TV is forget the first rule of Fight Club - and they start posting and tweeting and instagramming
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TRANSCRIPT FOR EPISODE 363
Welcome to the show I am your host Rob and this is the Today in iOS podcast - First up I want to thank STACY for sending in the music you hear in the background. STACY wrote:
Hi Rob,
I created this song called NEW FOUND PLANET with the App Korg Gadget - and the track was “mastered" within Audioshare
This is from my Album Space age Sonic Goodness where all the songs were created on iOS devices. You can find my music by searching for Spectral Sevenths two words in Spotify.
Regards,
Stacy P
SONG New_found_planet
Thanks STACY for the music and folks I will put the full song at the end of the episode. I also want to thank MR. SALES for sending in the Artwork for today's show. MR. SALES said the following:
Hi Rob,
Thanks for the opportunity to create a wallpaper for you again. I used the Quick app to create the text.
Regards,
Saul aka Mr. Sales
Thanks MR. SALES, for sending in this artwork and folks you can see MR. SALES'S artwork in the FREE Tii App via the BONUS button for ep 363 - or at instagram.com/todayinios and also as a stand alone post in the VIP section and at Facebook.com/todayinios.
If you have some artwork and or music you have created on your iOS device that you would like to share with the audience please email it to me at today in iOS at gmail dot com and please make sure to include which app or apps you used to create said artwork and or music.
02:15
PLAY CLIP FROM KEVIN CROSSMAN.
03:06
Sadly no new promo codes this week. Bad App or iBook Marketer are you if you have a paid app and did not send in the codes.
A QUICK REMINDER if you are an App developer or an iBook Author email me if you want your app or iBook featured in the promo give away segment FOR FREE We Just need the 5 promo codes or more to give away. simply email me at today in ios @ gmail.com and please include a 60 sec or less audio review of your app or iBook - indicating you are the dev or author. Also when you send in the promo codes - please make sure to let me know when they expire.
04:37
http://www.apple.com/apple-events/september-2015/
I could go over the event in the order it was presented - but nahhh - not going to do it. Rather I am going to talk about the product I have been waiting for the most first. The 4th Gen Apple TV. FINALLLLLYYYYY!!!!
The Apple TV starts 52 Minutes into the keynote.
Tim Cook started off talking about the TV experience and how stagnant it has been and how Today Apple is going to do something about it - and Apple’s vision for the future of TV - and that is APPS. Tim said there are some key features that need to be in place.
1. Powerful Hardware
2. Modern OS
3. New User Experience
4. Developer Tools
and 5. an App Store
Tim said they know this is what it takes to make a difference and they have been working very hard - and very long - with a little emphasis on the long part to a smattering of laughter - It was Tim’s way of saying Yes Rob - we know the Apple TV is over due. Well maybe not me specifically - but generically me and all those of us that have been waiting for an Apple TV with apps and an Apps store.
Eddy Cue then came on to introduce the Apple TV specs.
First up is the new Remote - which per the rumors is both voice and touch controlled. The top part of the remote is a touch surface. The bottom part is buttons. The key new buttons that I am sooooooo happy to see - Volume control No more needing both the TV remote and the Apple tv remote - just the Apple TV remote - oh yeah. Hey sometimes it is the little things that make me happy.
Another new button is the Siri button - where you can now control the Apple TV with Siri - saying such things as show me all the star wars movies. Or less specific such as show me science fiction TV shows.
But here is the best part of the search - Siri will not just give you search results sorted by popularity - but when you go and look at a show you want to view - it will also say what apps it is available from - such as iTunes, Hulu, Netflix, HBO and showtime - right now - and more will be added over time - hopefully Amazon Prime is part of the more and the time is not that far off. How this works is for example you could say show me the goonies - and you would see what apps it is available in and you can pick the one you already have a subscription with. This is in my mind one of the best new features and will get even better as it supports more apps over time.
On the sports side - I could see a lot of sports app packages and you could say show me the Dayton Flyers game - and it would show you what apps it is available on.
Or an example they gave on Siri search - was show me the modern family episode with edward norton. And it takes you right to that episode.
And then they showed another cool feature. You can ask Siri what did they say. And siri will jump you back 15 seconds and temporarily turn on the captions. Sweet.
Or as Melissa D in the Google plus community said
Quote As a person with some hearing loss, I like that "what did she say" functionality that turns on closed captions in addition to skipping back 15 seconds. Nice! unquote
That one received a lot of applause.
Other new features with the Remote - as rumored - it has a motion sensor - so yes - it is a game remote in competition with the Wii Remote. But Rob - does that mean I need to buy another remote if I want to play a two player game? you ask NOPE - because you can also use an iPhone or iPad as an additional controller.
Per the Apple TV OS - they are calling it TV OS - and There is Developer tools - with access to GameKit, GameController, SpriteKit, Game Center, CoreGraphics, CoreAudio, Metal and more - in other words the things devs will need to make games for the Apple TV.
But apps will be more than just Games and Media. They also talked about apps from Air BnB, Zula and the shopping Apps.
For devs - they are allowing Universal Apps - that means with a single purchase the users get the app on their Apple TV, iPad and iPhone. That is nice for the end users. And that includes syncing of data between apps - so maybe you are playing a universal game app on your iPhone at work - not that such a thing would ever happen. Then when you get home you can pick right up on the Apple TV.
tvOS - that is lower case t - lower case v - upper case O upper case S - And the developer Beta is available now.
Per the Hardware that is the Apple TV unit - it as expected has a 64 bit A8 Chip, Bluetooth 4.0 - yes - this has been in the works quite a long time if it is only Bluetooth 4.0 - more on that later, Wifi is 802.11 AC with memo. And it has an IR receiver. I am guessing the IR receiver is for legacy use with Master IR remotes. Because they state for control it is Bluetooth and no need to point at the unit.
Per the remote - it is also Bluetooth 4.0. Once more it has the Volume control, and the Siri button. It has a power button to turn on and off your TV as well. It also has a menu button. As mentioned it is a motion controlled remote with accelerometer and gyroscope. And lasts for a full 3 month per single charge with normal use. And to recharge it - you plug in a lightening plug - I am guessing you have a few of those around somewhere.
It does come in two models - 32 GB and 64 GB - which are actually double what some were rumoring. And the Price is lower than many predicted - although some did get it right - pricing is just $149 for the 32 GB version and $199 for the 64 GB version - which of course is the one I will be getting. The 3rd gen Apple TV remains at the $69 price point.
As I said on the last show - don’t compare the price of the new Apple TV to a roku or similar device - this is a game unit and a media device - and the price of this at $149 is well below similar devices - not to mention game pricing will be much lower as well.
It sounded like they said Devs could get the hardware today as well - Looking into that As soon as this episode is done if not sooner.
Per availability to all the non-devs - It will start rolling out in Late October and will be available in 100 countries by the end of 2015.
That introduction of Apple TV went on for right at 31 minutes.
(iPhone starts at the 83 Minute mark)
Which it took us only XX minutes to go over - I just saved you YY minutes of your life - you are welcome.
Lets go over some of the specs or items not specifically covered for Apple TV. 1 - the actual dimensions of the remote - which is 4.88 inches long by 1.5 Inches wide and 0.25 inches thick and weighs in at 1.66 ounces.
The old remote by comparison is 4.7 inches x 1.2 inches x 0.2 inches.
The console itself is the same 3.9 x 3.9 inches - but the thickness of the unit increases from 0.9 inches to 1.3 inches. And it does come with a lightning to USB cable. So actually look at as you get another lightning cord to use for other devices 89 out of each 90 days.
Interestingly it has a USB-C port - which Apple lists as service only - Oh yeah - jailbreak and kickstarter - in the future I do see.
WIFI is also 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac not just AC as mentioned in the keynote.
Per Video supported - h.264 Video up to 1080P - 60 frames per second - which is nice for good HD video for sports.
Per accessibility features - apple claims the following are included:
Voiceover
Zoom
Bold Text
Increase Contrast
Reduce Motion
Closed Caption and SDH support
Accessiblity Shortcut
Another item not mentioned - is a remote loop sold separately that attaches to the remote to keep it from flying out of your hand. Kickstarter project for 3rd party remote starting in 3, 2,…
Yeah - plenty of opportunities for kickstarter and the new Apple TV I can see already.
One the last episode I wondered if the new Apple TV would support 3rd party controllers and the answer is YES. From Apple quote
For serious gamers, the new Apple TV supports MFi-based controllers that let you run, jump, shoot, kick, throw, punch, or just about any other verb you can imagine.*
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MFI - means made for iThings.
One remote that Apple shows on their site is the Nimbus Steelseries controller - This is supposedly going to sell for $50 - when available.
http://www.apple.com/tv/specs/
http://appleinsider.com/articles/15/09/09/new-apple-tv-supports-
console-style-mfi-game-controllers-apple-outs-new-steelseries-nimbus
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http://www.idownloadblog.com/2015/09/09/apple-tv-app-limit-200mb/
Yes the Apple TV 4th gen looks great - so what is the downside. Other than the extra $50 or $100 bucks.
It seems that apple has put a 200 MB limit on Apple TV apps. Meaning some of the bigger and more popular apps like the Infinity Blade Trilogy and other graphic intensive games - running in the 1GB range - need to be reworked to meet this 200 MB limit.
Hmmm - Apple thinks apps that are 200 MB are to big for a device that starts at 32 GB - ohhh - I smell hypocrisy coming later in the show.
It seems Apple is saying anything beyond 200MB in size needs to be split apart and loaded using on demand resources.
In other words - parts of the apps need to remain in the cloud. Thanks Apple - from us the users - for putting more network strain on our internet use - and for making devs store crap in the cloud.
Another issue is there is not persistent local storage for apps on Apple TV - that means every app developed for Apple TV must be able to store data in the cloud and retrieve it in quote a way that provides a great customer experience unquote. I mean unlike the great user experience when the data is right there on the device when needed?
I wonder how this is going to work with Minecraft?
On the Xbox version there is a bunch that is saved on the devices storage.
I hope this is a policy decision Apple soon reverses.
I will say this - when looking at the two options - 32 GB or 64 GB - do not let this rule make your decision for you. Eventually I will see Apple backing off this rule. If you want the best user experience that will mean larger apps and local storage. It might not be next year but at some point - I do see Apple changing their tune on this.
That is why I am getting the 64 GB version when it is available.
Ok - I did go and check the dev center about the Apple TV dev kit here is what apple is saying:
quote - We want to give Apple developers the chance to build and test their apps on the new Apple TV before it becomes publicly available to customers later this fall. Register by September 11, 12:00 p.m. PDT for an opportunity to order an Apple TV Developer Kit. Availability and supplies are limited.
The Apple TV Developer Kit is provided for your own software development activities only. Prior to Apple’s commercial release of Apple TV, you agree not to publicly write about, review, or display the Apple TV Developer Kit unquote
Thankfully there was no restriction listed about talking about the restrictions or the offer - which will cost those devs that are selected - $1. Yes - just $1 - Kudos apple - I think it is safe to say the Apple TV is not just a hobby anymore.
Of course any Devs that do get one - calling into the show with your experience anonymously would be something I could NEVER EVER EVER recommend you do - I mean saying to call 206-666-6364 - and to give your feedback - that would be completely wrong of me and again not anything I would ever think of - because you know that might mean the next Apple event I would not be invited to. So yeah 206-666-6364 is not the number you should call in with your experiences with the new Apple TV - and if anyone did call into that number - I am sure I would have to delete any records of those calls. Just sayin.
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http://www.macrumors.com/2015/09/08/periscope-apple-tv-app/
Speaking of someone that may have been punished by Apple for speaking when they should not have - there is Periscope and Twitter.
Seems there were some rumors in the days leading up to the Apple Event that Periscope would have an App for Apple TV. Where users could watch Periscope Videos - But shockingly there was not a single mention of it at the event. Likely because if - and this is a big if - but if they had been invited to speak - that all went out the window when someone on the Periscope team blabbed to TechCrunch. Yes - Apple absolutely would punish anyone with loose lips - and that means no Keynote for you. Again that is all speculation at this point. It is completely possible someone at Periscope simply was conjecturing about the potential of apps for Apple TV and said they would build those apps if possible. Ahhh who are we kidding - Tim Cook spanked them like a 5 year old that just tried to light the cat on fire.
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Lets go over some listener feedback with regards to the new Apple TV.
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Myron Uecker from the Tii Google+ community said the following
quote Rob gets what he wanted. Apple TV with apps and With Siri And that new remote unquote
Francisco Tapia said quote - apple tv looks awesome! especially that "what did they say" quick rewind feature unquote
Stephen Shaner said quote
I can see why they opted for Bill Graham Civic Center unquote
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Faisal K said quote game consoles be ware - we have a new rival unquote
Jerome Horowitz - summed it up nicely - well at least for us that were teens in the 80’s - quote - I want my Apple TV unquote
Hi Rob,
You were finally right about the Apple TV! I plan on picking one up the day it comes out in October.
As for the iPhone's I know you say that the "s" updates are the bigger updates but maybe I missed something I wasn't super pumped about what I saw. I have a 5s right now and so i am going to need to decide if I want to get the 6s or wait until next fall.
I'm looking forward to the show and hopefully you can help advise me one way or another
Regards,
Jordan H
Well Jordan - I think your email was a good segway into the next item to cover on this episode - and that is the new iPhones.
25:46
http://pocketnow.com/2015/09/09/gold-iphone-6
The iPhone part of the show started at the 83 Minute mark.
Tim starts off with talking about the iPhone growth was 3.5 times the rest of the industries growth world wide for the last quarter. That is 35% growth for the iPhone vs 10% for the rest of the industry. And when you look at China - it was even more incredible as the iPhone grew 75% vs a 4% decline for the rest of the industry - and yes - that 75% growth was definitely responsible for most if not all of that decline for everyone else.
Tim said the iPhone 6 is the most popular iPhone ever.
Tim then introduced the new iPhone 6S and 6S+ the names of which were a surprise to exactly one person - who lives in Albania. For everyone else - it was as expected for the name and for many of the new specs.
Like the fact there is a rose gold colored unit and that the aluminum used is the 7000 series that is used in the Aerospace industry. Nope not a reaction at all to Bend-duh-gate.
As expected the addition of Force Touch oh wait 3D touch - which is Force Touch with a new name. There will also be a big Taptic Engine supporting Force umm I mean 3D touch. Apple made a big deal about this new feature - I will not. I think we have covered it with the Apple watch a couple of times at least.
The also announced there is new glass - a dual ion exchange glass - which Apple claims is the toughest glass available - this was a rumor that popped up some time ago.
As expected the new iPhones will have the A9 processor. Which compared to the A8 processor in the iPhone 6 and 6+ the A9 in the 6S and 6S+ is 70% faster for CPU processing and for Graphic tasks it is 90% faster. So it is a very nice increase in speed. It is also a more energy efficient processor.
Apple is claiming it is the most advanced chip in a smartphone ever.
The M9 Coprocessor is now built directly into the A9 Chip.
This means now you no longer need to have your iPhone plugged in to ask her - H E Y Siri - it will work all the time plugged in or not. For future iPhone 6S and 6S+ users - this is my blanket apology for all times I say H E Y siri and I forget to spell out the Hey part.
They also updated the Touch ID sensor. It is supposed to be twice as fast.
Apple also announced the 12 MP rear camera. Which they talk about doing the higher MP camera but not by degrading the sensors. They also talked about deep trench separation - which we are all supposed get as our take away from the presentation. Essentially They tried to go into detail on why their 12 MB sensor is better than other people’s 12 MB sensors. Because you know - the last couple of years it was all about mentioning that higher MP count does not mean better pictures.
The camera lens is NOT flush - which most likely means the module is NOT the LynX camera modules. Which means - when I am spending money this fall - it will not be on a new iPhone. Apple TV - absolutely - 100% Yes.
The new iPhones do finally allow for 4K video recording.
The front camera or the FaceTime camera was also updated as expect and is now a 5 MP HD camera. And also as rumored - it now uses the screen as a flash for the FaceTime camera - including doing it as a truetone flash.
They did engineer it to light up 3 times brighter than normal when using it as a FaceTime flash.
They also said this works great with one handed operation especially when using those FaceTime photos for Snapchat. ok maybe they did not use those exact words.
The Panaroma pic increased to a max of 63 MP from 43 MP before.
One new feature is the LivePhotos feature. It where you take a photo - and it takes 1.5 secs before and after of video and sound. You do nothing different - you just take the photo - and if you have the live photos option selected - which it is by default - it captures the before and after moments around that photo.
It is a neat feature but it does take up a little more storage.
They have Developer API’s for this - and Facebook for example will be support LivePhotos later this year. No word on when SnapChat or Tinder will be supporting this.
They upgraded LTE again - and it is now twice as fast as before supporting up to 300 MBPS speeds - assuming you have the one or two carriers in the world that support that now. The now support 23 bands - the most LTE bands of any smartphone.
Wifi is faster as well - 2X faster then before supporting up to 866 MBPS speed.
So a quick little recap of some of those specs - 4K video recording, 64 MP panorama pics, 12 MP pics, and livePhoto pics to boot - all this adds up to a lot more storage needed for your photos.
So naturally that means Apple finally has killed off the 16 GB low end option. Ummmm - NO. Apple once more has the entry level next Gen iPhone as 16 GB, then 64 GB and the top size of 128 GB for both the 6S and 6S+ - pricing is the same as the past gen 6 and 6+ of the same size storage.
The iPhone 6 and 6+ now moves to the mid tier phones - and are now $100 less for each. And the iPhone 5S becomes the free option for those getting them with a carrier subsidy in the US. The 5C is the version that was killed off.
Also killed off was the Gold iPhone 6 and 6+ and 5S. That is correct - the 5S, 6 and 6+ are now only available in Silver and Space Gray. The 6S and 6S+ are available in Silver, Space Gray - along with Gold and Rose Gold.
Apple also introduced their own iPhone Upgrade Program available from Apple Retail in the US.
It starts at $32 a month. You choose your carrier and you get an unlocked iPhone including apple Care+ - and you can then upgrade your iPhone every year. This will mean you hand over your device to get the new one each year.
Again this is starting at $32 a month. More info on this on a later episode as it could take some time to work out all the details and T’s and C’s
Ok - Lets talk Pre-Orders. They start this Saturday September 12th - likely at 12:01 AM PT. 3:01 AM ET
If you are going to be pre-ordering - remember to have the Apple Store app installed on your iOS device. As that it typically where you can pre-order first. Also have the Website up on your computer just incase.
And you have to be ready prior to 12:01 AM PT going into Saturday Morning. So Friday Evening - make sure you have the Apple store app installed and all your info in there.
Ok - you can order on the 12th - when will you get said device. September 25th is the answer - not the oft rumored September 18th.
So the rumors and speculation around a Sep 11th pre-order sep 18th launch date were wrong.
Per the countries where the new iPhone will be available at launch. The lucky winners are:
Australia
Canada
China
France
Germany
Hong Kong
Japan
New Zealand
Puerto Rico
Singapor
United Kingdom
and the United States
By the end of 2015 the iPhone 6S and 6S+ will be available in over 130 countries on over 400 carriers.
Some other minor spec changes for the S series are the following:
The 6S depth increased to 0.28 inches from 0.27 inches.
The depth of 6S+ increased to 0.29 inches from 0.28 inches. The height increased to 6.23 inches from 6.22 inches, The width increased to 3.07 inches from 3.06 inches.
Interestingly - the 6S had the same height and widths as the 6.
The weight did change on both. The 6S increased to 5.04 ounces from 4.55 ounces. The 6S+ increased to 6.77 inches from 6.07 ounces.
The S series is now Bluetooth 4.2 - not 4.1 as I had speculated - and not the 4.0 that the non S series was.
The 4K video recording is at 30 fps for both S series units.
And the iPhone 6S+ now also supports Optical image stabilization for Video recording.
There is now stabilization with Time-Lapse Video - because yeah we all know how annoying non-stabilized Time Lapse videos can be.
When you are recording 4K videos - you can take 8MP stills.
With Video - there is now Playback Zoom.
On the FaceTime Camera - the video recording is just 720P HD video - the rumor was it was going to be 1080p video.
Per battery life - there is no difference in the specs for the 6S vs the 6 nor is there any differences between the 6S+ vs the 6+ - All specs are identical to the previous gen. That actually surprised me - I mean what are the chances the specs with the new processor - and other changes would see IDENTICAL specs. HMMMM cooking of books - naahhhh - that would be wrong.
So what were some of your thoughts on the new iPhones.
From Francisco Tapia from Google+ quote
ForceTouch renamed to 3D Touch, looks very interesting
the parallax menus feature which looks awesome on screen, but what does it look like with it disabled?
wow, i think i like the force touch to swipe between apps w/o the home button
70% faster CPU and 90% faster GPU… drool
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From Myron Uecker - quote
Live Photos. It reminds me of the newspapers in the Harry Potter movies.
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From Lasse Fredriksen - quote
Upgrading from the 6 to the 6S for one single reason: the new isight camera
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From Karthik M - quote
16 GB iPhone? Seriously? This is the problem with Apple. Sometimes they can be evil.
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Karthik - I am also disappointed with the 16 GB min spec. I would not say evil - definitely greedy. But not evil. Evil is when you don’t offer upgrades to new version of the OS or sell of your users data.
Hi Rob,
I know you are getting a ton of email today... But I did not notice a difference in phones this time??? Did they mention if the plus has anything over the 4.7 other than screen/battery?
I have the 6 plus and may go 6s if it's the same this time.
Regards,
Dan
Well Dan - My thoughts on the new iPhone 6S and 6S+ - again - I will not be upgrading - my 6+ is fine for me. If you are sitting on a 5S or earlier - then I would recommend upgrading - but for 6 and 6+ owners - I just can’t justify it for most.
Per the battery life - there is still a big advantage in battery life for the + series vs the non-plus series. So if you go for the 6+ to the 6S - you will get a hit in battery life. The 6S+ as mentioned is identical to the 6+ for battery life and both are better then the 6 and 6S - which again those two are identical. Or simply put if you want the best battery life stick with the + version.
One additional spec that has kinda been confirmed by a 3rd party that got a hands on with the iPhone 6S and 6S+ is that the new devices do have 2GB of RAM - I think we many need to wait until i
http://www.apple.com/iphone/compare/
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44:08
http://www.theverge.com/2015/9/9/9297805/apple-ipad-pro-
microsoft-surface-comic-prediction
I want to go back and now talk about the iPad Pro - Yes it was introduced and Yes as rumored it will not launch until November.
I am going to go quickly over the specs now . As well we have a long time to go over it in detail before it launches.
But first I need to read this cartoon that was written by Joel Watson back in 2012 - 3 years ago. I have a link to this in the show notes titled - A comic predicted Apple inventing MS Surface three years ago.
In the first frame it shows Balmer holding the Surface and saying quote we call it the surface unquote. The audience yells boo and says your iPad sucks. And balmer says its not an iPad its a surface - and then someone yells suck my surface the surface of my - redacted.
The Next frame it shows Balmer saying it has a kickstand and cupholder. The audience says your iPad still sucks. Balmer drops an fbomb and says we a darn keyboard right in the cover in three years when apple copies this you redacted will think it is genius. Some then says do the monkey dance
The last frame says - WWDC 2015 - And it shows Tim Cook holding up what looks like the iPad pro saying We call it the smart cover touch and we thing you’re going to love it.
Someone yells out you invented that - and Tim replies - Yes - Yes we did.
Pretty darn accurate of Mr. Watson - he missed the timing by a scant 3 months.
Ok - Now Lets go over what was announced today at the Apple Event.
The iPad Pro - predicted by many - at least many not named Rob that have a podcast about the iPhone - was the introduction of the iPad Pro. It is as expected a 12.9 inch iPad. Again - I question why this was announced now - but what ever - I am kinda over it - sorta - you know if you don’t ask me about it and don’t remind me about it - over it.
Any way lets get into the specs.
First there are 3 versions - Wifi only 32 GB version - A wifi only 128 GB version and a Wifi+Cellular 128 GB version. Pricing for all three are $799, $949 and $1079 respectively.
The size of the unit is 12 inches by 8.68 inches by 0.27 inches. And it weights 1.57 pounds. That is close to what the original iPad weighed.
Per the size of the screen - to put it in perspective the Original iPad and iPad Air2 - are the same height for the screen as the iPad Pro is wide.
Resolution of the screen is 264 pixels per inch - the same as the iPad Air 2.
It has the A9X processor with the M9 coprocessor built in.
It is sporting Bluetooth 4.2
Battery life is the same as all the other current iPads. Which are all listed as follows.
Up to 10 hours of surfing the web on wifi, watching video or listening to music.
or Up to 9 hours of surfing the web using cellular data network.
Other wise all specs are the same as the iPad Air 2. with the following exceptions for brand new features.
one there is now 4 built in stereo speakers. 2 at the bottom and two on the top. YEAH!!! and About time.
There is also a new smart connector. This is for connecting to the new keyboard cover. Or as Apples says quote
The Smart Connector is a new interface that takes advantage of the two-way conductive fabric in the Smart Keyboard. It allows iPad Pro to provide power to the Smart Keyboard and lets the Smart Keyboard relay each of your keystrokes back to iPad Pro. Using the Smart Connector couldn’t be easier. Simply align the Smart Keyboard to iPad Pro — just as you would with a Smart Cover — and start typing. Now there’s even less distance between what’s on your mind and what’s on the display. unquote
The new Smart Keyboard will run you $129. It connects to the iPad magnetically and via inductive connections - there is no battery or on off switch. It just works when connected. Yes - Yes that does sound a lot or almost identical to the Surface and its keyboard connection.
The other thing that was introduced with the iPad Pro - was also rumored and that is a new Stylus called the Apple Pencil - it will run you $99. One cool feature is that to recharge it you plug it into the Lightening port. They say a full charges lasts 12 hours - and 15 seconds of charge will last 30 minutes.
So to sum this up - lets say you get the top of the line iPad pro wifi - 128 gb version and get the key board and Apple Pencil - that will set you back $1,177
Lets go over some feed back from Listeners on this.
From Myron Uecker quote
12.9 inch screen on iPad Pro. Width of IPad Pro is same as height of iPad Air!
Size and performance are great, give me external storage
And now a connected keyboard to go with it. Sounds like they are targeting Microsoft Surface.
Apple Pencil? Ok I guess I can get behind that name for the stylus.
I wonder if other 3rd party stylii can work as well as the Apple Pencil? They haven't worked well on iPad Air 2. They don't say if it is Bluetooth like the rest and haven't said if it will work on iPads other than pro.
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Hi Myron - the Apple Pencil and the Smart Keyboard are designed specifically and only at this time for the iPad Pro. They will not work with any other iPad’s in the Apple line up today. Maybe and likely in the future - the iPad Air next gen will support the Apple Pencil - but for now - just the Pro.
From Faisal K quote
iPad pro don't look portable anymore !!
4 speaker audio system - Beautiful
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From Stephen Shaner quote
looks like no battery sacrifice, and 4 stereo audio
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From Melissa Dorner quote
Combo of Pencil & iPad Pro could be used like a Wacom input device.
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From Nic Brown quote
I can't believe they made a stylus 😧 that's just sad
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