369 - Vision, Betas, and One AppleCare to Rule Them All

The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Jeff Gamet, The team covers updates on visionOS 26 and the Vision Pro, the iOS 18.6 release candidate, macOS Sequoia, and the new AppleCare One plan. Additional discussions include Chrome's new account switching on iOS, BMW's snub of CarPlay Ultra, and the implications of T-Mobile's Starlink service. Plus, Jill debuts her ChatGPT shortcut for Apple news aggregation.

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Summary

Episode 369 kicks off with friendly banter from Saratoga Springs and quickly jumps into updates about Apple Vision Pro and visionOS 26 beta. Marty and Eric share hands-on insights, including improved persona realism and smoother system performance. Dave and the panel review iOS 18.6 and macOS Sequoia betas, sharing mixed experiences with stability and usability, especially around multitasking on iPad.

A major highlight is the debut of AppleCare One, a new all-in-one Apple device insurance plan. Marty walks through how it saved him money and how to migrate existing AppleCare contracts. Chuck adds insight into insurance best practices and potential benefits for multi-device owners.

The episode also includes Jill's new "Apple News Scout" GPT tool, which curates reliable Apple news while filtering rumors. In tech news, the panel discusses Chrome's improved account switching for iOS, BMW's rejection of CarPlay Ultra, and T-Mobile's Starlink collaboration for satellite cellular service.

As always, the show wraps with laughs, listener shout-outs, and community appreciation, emphasizing how tech brings people together—even across distances.

Topics and Links

In Touch With Vision Pro this week.

Apple releases developer beta 4 for visionOS 26

Setting Up Your Apple Vision Pro: A Seamless Start To Spatial Computing

Beta this week.

iOS 18.6 RC beta and more now available as launch nears

Apple Shares iOS 18.6 Release Notes

Apple Shares iOS 18.6 Release Notes

Apple released the iOS 26 public beta: Here's the full list of compatible iPhones that can download it

iPadOS 26 beta 4 now available with latest iPad changes

Apple releases iOS 26 beta 4 for iPhone

Apple Releases First iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 Public Betas - MacRumors

tvOS 26 beta 4 available now for Apple TV users

tvOS 26 adds new feature that makes AirPlay speakers better than ever

watchOS 26 beta 4 now available for Apple Watch

Apple Seeds First Public Betas of tvOS 26 and watchOS 26 - MacRumors

iOS 26 beta 4 changes

iOS 26 Public Beta Appears Imminent Based on This Latest Hint

iOS 26: Set a Custom iPhone Ringtone in Seconds

iOS 26 Finally Fixes This Annoying Messages Problem

New Apple Watch Gesture in watchOS 26 Limited to Newer Models

In Touch With Mac this week

Apple Seeds Fourth Beta of macOS Tahoe to Developers

In touch with AI

Jill creates a ChatGPT shortcut aggregating Apple News called Apple News Scout. https://chatgpt.com/g/g-68827b839da881919c133b1fedb5b590-apple-news-scout

AppleCare One: Marty has switched over many of the devices to AppleCare One and can talk about the experience
Apple introduces AppleCare One, streamlining coverage into a single plan with incredible value

Apple Announces 'AppleCare One' Subscription Plan for Multiple Devices - MacRumors

News

iPhone Users Can Now Easily Swap Between Personal and Work Accounts in Chrome

BMW Confirms It Has No Plans to Offer CarPlay Ultra

T-Mobile's Starlink Satellite Service Officially Launches With iPhone Support

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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

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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.

Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT. A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern.