356 - Apple Watch: 10 Years of Warnings, Workouts, and Wins

The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

This week, Dave is joined by MartyJeff, and Ben for a fun and insightful roundtable covering a wide range of Apple topics and tech trends.

• Ice Cream Truck Antics: The episode kicks off with some unexpected Jeff's neighborhood ice cream truck noise—setting a lighthearted tone before diving deep into tech talk.
  
  

• Vision Pro Updates: The panel discusses the third beta release of VisionOS, highlighting some persistent user issues, particularly with AirPods Max unexpectedly rebooting while using the Vision Pro. There's a lively debate around whether these problems stem from design flaws or user errors.
  
  

• Third-Party Game Engine Support: Apple's recent announcement that Vision Pro will support third-party game engines sparks optimism for expanded developer opportunities, potentially leading to richer app experiences in the spatial computing world.
  
  

• Beta Releases: The crew shares hands-on impressions of iOS 18.5 Beta 3 and macOS updates. While there's excitement about some refinements (like improvements to AppleCare info and minor enhancements in Contacts, Photos, and Mail), most agree these updates are more evolutionary than revolutionary.
  
  

• Mac Updates: The conversation shifts to the Mac lineup, including the modest growth in MacBook shipments amidst broader industry slowdown, and speculation about what future models could bring.
  
  

• Apple Watch 10th Anniversary: The group reflects on a decade of Apple Watch innovation—from its humble beginnings to its now-critical health monitoring features. Personal stories are shared about how the Watch has impacted daily routines, exercise, and even life-saving health alerts.
  
  

• Health Features Deep Dive: In a special segment, they explore Apple Watch health capabilities like heart monitoring, fall detection, ECG, and sleep tracking—highlighting its role as an essential health companion.
  
  

• Streaming Service Challenges: A spirited discussion about the increasingly complex streaming landscape follows, especially the changes to YouTube TV's interface. The group debates the merits and frustrations of subscription models and interface design.
  
  

• Macstock 2025 Preview: Dave previews the upcoming Macstock event, sharing excitement about the lineup and the strong sense of community it fosters among Apple fans. Use the code INTOUCH50 and save $50 off the ticket price.
  
  

• Wrap-Up: The episode ends with closing thoughts on how Apple's ecosystem continues to shape user experiences and community engagement.
  
  

📝 Topics Covered:

• Fun Ice Cream Truck with Jeff

• In Touch With Vision Pro this week.

Apple releases beta 3 for visionOS 2.5, tvOS 18.5

visionOS 2.5 Beta 3 Release Notes

The AVP Fatal Design Flaw

Apple Working on visionOS Support for Godot Game Engine

• Vision Pro and VisionOS 3rd Beta Discussion
  
  

• Vision Pro Third-Party Game Engine Support
  
  

• iOS 18.5 and macOS Beta Updates
  
  

• MacBook Market Updates
  
  

• 10 Years of Apple Watch: Retrospective
  
  

• Apple Watch Health Features Impact
  
  

• Streaming Service UX Challenges (YouTube TV)
  
  

• Macstock 2023 Preview
  
  

• Final Thoughts on Apple's Evolving Ecosystem
  
  

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In Touch With Vision Pro this week.

Apple releases beta 3 for visionOS 2.5, tvOS 18.5

visionOS 2.5 Beta 3 Release Notes

The AVP Fatal Design Flaw

Apple Working on visionOS Support for Godot Game Engine

Beta this week. iOS 18.5 Beta 3 released this week.

iOS 18.5 beta 3 arrives, but we don't see any major new features

Apple Releases Third Betas Of TvOS 18.5, And WatchOS 11.5 To Developers

When Will iOS 18.5 Be Released?

In Touch With Mac this week

Apple Seeds Third Beta of macOS Sequoia 15.5

The Apple Watch is 10 years old today!

Apple Watch arrived on buyers' wrists 10 years ago

Apple Watch saves lives: All the ways smartwatch cheats death

News

iPhone 16 Ad Highlights a Key Advantage Over Android Smartphones

Chipolo Launches Colorful New 'Pop' Trackers Compatible With Find My

MacBook Shipments Surge But Customer Demand Remains Unclear

Max Cracking Down on Password Sharing With New 'Extra Member' Feature

YouTube TV Getting Interface Update With Customizable Multiview

Announcements

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Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastadon @daveg65, and the show @intouchwithios

Our Regular Contributors

Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet

Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net

About our Guest

Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group.

Guy Serle longtime co-host of the MyMac Podcast along with Gazmaz. He also hosts Guy's Daily Drive where he drives and records because how can THAT ever go wrong, and is also the creator and head muck-a-muick of Tales from the AI Verse which uses a mix of AI and human drama to create weird stories. You can find them all on YouTube under the username Vertshark and Guy's Daily Drive and Tales from the AI Verse are both available as audio podcasts from most major services. Contact him through Twitex and Bluesky as Macparrot. Email is guy@mymac.com