Category Archives: AirPod

Episode 231, USB-C 4.0 brings the best technology has to offer with new Apple devices on the way

September 3, 2023AirPod, Apple, Apple Event, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Computers, iPad, iPhone 15, Technology, Uncategorized, watchOS 102023 Apple Event, Alaska, Anchorage, Apple, Apple Watch, iPhone 15, MacMinutesmacminutes

In this episode, wi will discuss the replacement of the current Lightning port with the more prevalent USB-C connector, a move that is designed to help the company conform with European regulations. We will also inform to you what the upcoming Apple announcement scheduled for Sept. 12 at 10 am and what devices we speculate to make their debut.

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Episode 224, New software to redefine AirPods personal audio experience

June 11, 2023AirPod, AirTags, Apple, Apple Music, fitness, iOS17, Uncategorized, WWDC23AirPods, Alaska, Anchorage, Apple, Fitness, iOS17, MacMinutes, Music, technologymacminutes

In this episode we will discuss one of the many Apple announcements coming from WWDC23. Today’s podcast includes the redefining of the personal experience surrounding AirPods.

**The AirPods lineup gains new and improved features that transform the personal audio experience.**

**Adaptive Audio is a new listening mode on AirPods Pro, 2nd generation, that dynamically blends Transparency mode and Active Noise Cancellation together.**

**Users can quickly mute or unmute themselves on calls by pressing the stem on AirPods Pro and AirPods, or the Digital Crown on AirPods Max.**

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Episode 191, Apple launches iPhones, Apple Watch Series 8, SE and Ultra, and AirPods Pro 2; Fitness+ expands to all iPhone users in 21 countries this fall with new guests and integration

September 8, 2022AirPod, Apple, Apple Event, Apple Watch, Computers, Fitness+, health, iOS16, iPhone 14, TechnologyAir Pods Pro 2, Alaska, Anchorage, Apple, Apple Watch, Apple Watch 8, Apple Watch SE, Apple Watch Ultra, iPhone, IPhone 14, MacMinutes, technologymacminutes

In this episode, we will discuss Apple’s introduction Wednesday of an all-new iPhone lineup, rebuilt AirPods Pro, three new Apple Watch models, and an exciting update to Apple Fitness+ and finish up by giving you when they will be available pricing and features along with the information needed to preorder those available beginning Friday, Sep 9.

iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max represent the biggest leap ever for iPhone, featuring the Dynamic Island, the first-ever 48MP camera on iPhone, the Always-On display, and groundbreaking safety capabilities.

**Available in a 6.1-inch display and a new, larger 6.7-inch size, iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus feature impressive camera upgrades and groundbreaking new safety capabilities.**

**Introducing Apple Watch Ultra, the most rugged and capable Apple Watch.**

**The new AirPods Pro bring major upgrades to Transparency mode, Spatial Audio, and customer-loved convenience features, while cancelling up to twice as much noise over their predecessor.**

**Later this fall, for the first time ever Fitness+ will be available for all iPhone users to subscribe to and enjoy in the 21 countries it is available in, even if they don’t have an Apple Watch.**

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Episode 149, Apple ‘Unleashed’ Keynote Event Monday expected to bring new MacBook Pros, AirPods and macOS Monterey

October 13, 2021AirPod, Apple, Computers, macOS Monterey, Technology, Uncategorized2021 Apple Keynote, AirPods, Alaska, Anchorage, Apple, MacBook, MacMinutes, macOS Monterey, technologymacminutes

In this episode we will preview Apple’s next virtual keynote event on Monday, Oct. 18 at 10 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time which is expected to bring new hardware, including the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros, third-generation AirPods and the launching date of macOS Monterey operating system. The Apple Keynote event dubbed “Unleashed” will shown live on the Apple events TV app, or Apple.com, with special Mac Minutes Podcast coverage soon after the event.

**macOS Monterey public version is expected to be announced Monday, May 18. (courtesy of Apple Inc.)**

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Episode 138, Apple launches iPhone 12 MagSafe Battery Pack; & updates operating systems

July 21, 2021AirPod, Apple, Battery Optimization, Computers, iPad, iPhone, UncategorizedAlaska, Anchorage, Apple, Battery, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone tips, MacMinutes, MagSafe, technologymacminutes

In this episode we will discuss the recent launch of Apple’s MagSafe Battery Pack, an add-on battery that is tailored to work with the Phone 12 models. We will cover its features, some of the reasons you may want to buy one, and how to use it properly. We will end the podcast to tell you about the recent update for various Apple operating systems, including macOS Big Sur 11.5, iOS 14.7, watchOS 7.6, and tvOS 14.7.

**The MagSafe Battery Pack only comes in white, priced at $99 US and has a rounded, rectangular design that matches the shape of the iPhone, and it attaches to the back of all of the iPhone 12 line up.**

To see your charging status in Today View or on the Home Screen, add the Batteries widget: Go to Today View or the Home Screen page where you want to add the widget, then touch and hold the background until the apps begin to jiggle. Tap the Add Widget button at the top of the screen to open the widget gallery. Scroll or search to find Batteries, tap it, then swipe left through the size options. The different sizes display different information. When you see the size you want, tap Add Widget, then tap Done.

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Episode 134, Using Spatial Audio on Apple Music; Apple Fitness+ releases new episodes of ‘Time to Walk’ starting Monday, June 28

June 27, 2021AirPod, Apple, Apple Music, Apple Music, fitness, health, iPad, iPhone, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, TechnologyAlaska, Anchorage, Apple, Apple Music, Dolby Atmos, Fitness, Health, iPhone, medical, Spatial Audio, technology, Time to Walk, Walkingmacminutes

In this episode, we will discuss the Apple Music launching industry-leading sound quality to subscribers with the addition of spatial audio from some of your favorite artists with support for Dolby Atmos. Additionally, new episodes of ‘Time to Walk’ are available for Fitness+ users on Apple Watch starting on Monday, June 28, with a whole new group of guests covering a wide spectrum of interesting topics.

**New episodes of ‘Time to Walk’ are available for Fitness+ users on Apple Watch starting June 28, with guests including Randall Park, Michaela Jaé “MJ” Rodriguez, Anthony Joshua, and more.**

Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos and Lossless Audio has arrived for Apple Music subscribers. First there was mono, then stereo, and now there’s Spatial Audio. Spatial is an immersive experience with sound moving around you in different directions.

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Episode 129, Apple Music announces Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos; and will bring Lossless Audio to entire catalog

May 20, 2021AirPod, Apple, Apple Music, HomePod, TechnologyAirPods, AirPods Pro, AirPodsMax, Alaska, Anchorage, Apple Music, HomePod, Homepod mini, iTunes, MacMinutes, technologymacminutes

In this episode, we will discuss the announcement Monday that Apple Music is bringing industry-leading sound quality to subscribers with the addition of Spatial Audio with support for Dolby Atmos. (Graphics courtesy of Apple Inc.)

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