365 - Squirrel Chews Fiber Cable, AI Healthcare, and CarPlay Ultra Controversies

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. We dive into Vision Pro's new 3D collaboration tools and its surprising potential in medical diagnostics. They explore updates in iOS 26 and macOS "Tahoe," reflect on Apple's shift away from older devices, and introduce the Setapp app subscription service. The episode also covers CarPlay Ultra's mixed reception, T-Mobile home internet, and Dave's adventure with a squirrel chewing AT&T fiber cable, and wraps with a Macstock 9 preview use INTOUCH50 at checkout to save $50 on the 3 day pass.

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In this episode of In Touch With iOS, host David Ginsburg gathers Chuck Joiner, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle, and Eric Bolden to explore Apple's recent announcements and beta releases. The show opens with a detailed look at VisionOS 26 and the expanding role of the Vision Pro in both collaborative design and enterprise applications. A standout segment covers a new 3D workspace app called Analog Two, which enables immersive teamwork and spatial project management.

The panel goes deeper, discussing Vision Pro's potential in medicine — including its application in improving colonoscopy procedures. With commentary from each guest, they explore how spatial computing could transform diagnostic and healthcare tools.

Shifting to iOS 26, the discussion critiques Apple's recent features such as HomePod crossfade, noting a perceived lack of excitement. Chuck, Marty, and Guy also reflect on the ongoing transition away from Intel Macs and the support drop-off for older iPhones, prompting a nostalgic conversation on Apple's hardware evolution.

Later, the Dave introduces Setapp — a software subscription platform that bundles a wide range of apps for Mac and iOS — and evaluates its value for productivity and power users. Dave shares his experience with T-Mobile's home internet service, and a squirrel chewing on AT&T fiber cable knocking out his internet, while the group discusses the branding and industry reception of CarPlay Ultra.

The episode wraps up with a preview of Macstock 9 and a celebration of two decades of podcasting, reinforcing the show's deep roots in the Apple community.

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In Touch With Vision Pro this week.

Beta Developer 2 for VisionOS 26

Apple releases developer beta 2 for visionOS 26

Apple releases developer beta 2 for visionOS 26 New Magnifier

Spatial Releases Analogue 2 Collaborative 3D Immersive Experience Design Platform Built Natively for Apple Vision Pro

Spatial Inc.

VisionOS 26 proves Apple isn't treating the Vision Pro like a hobby

Apple Vision Pro will help get to the bottom of colonoscopy cancer detection

Samsung's Headset to Offer Better Displays Than Apple Vision Pro

Beta this week. iOS 26 Developer Beta 2 was released this week.

Everything New in iOS 26 Beta 2 - MacRumors

iOS & iPadOS 26 Beta 2 Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation

More discovered items in iOS 26 Beta

iOS 26 Brings New Functionality to HomePod

Apple Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Taking Podcasts Mainstream With iPod and iTunes - MacRumors

In Touch With Mac this week

Here's Everything New in macOS Tahoe Beta 2

In Touch With SetApp

KeyCue — download on Setapp | Quick access to shortcuts and commands

Proxyman on Setapp | HTTP proxy debugger

OpenIn on Setapp | Open files and links faster

We discuss how SetApp works

Sign up for Setapp https://go.setapp.com/invite/hsr2uvtn

T-Mobile 'home Internet review and a Squirrel hits Dave AT&T fiber Internet…Again

News

Apple Pulls 'Convince Your Parents to Get You a Mac' Ad From YouTube

Marty mentioned this video Privacy on iPhone | Flock | Apple

iPhone 4 and FaceTime Launched 15 Years Ago Today

Audi, Mercedes, and other car–makers reject CarPlay Ultra despite Apple claims

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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

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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

Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast.

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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 is the host of the MyMac Podcast and the (hopefully) reconstituted Guy's Daily Drive…which isn't daily, but is done by driving so half accurate. email Guy@mymac.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on Twitter Vertshark.com, Vertshark on YouTube, Skype +1 Area code 703-828-4677