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Episode 130, Apple’s all-online Worldwide Developers Conference kicks off June 7 with keynote address

May 28, 2021Computers, iMac, iPad, iPhone, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, MacMini, Technology, Uncategorized, wwdc2021macminutes

In this episode, we will discuss Apple’s announcement Monday about the program for WWDC21 which will be available free to the more than 30 million Apple developers from 227 regions around the globe. More information about WWDC21 is at the Apple Special Events Website. Developers can register for WWDC21 at the Apple Developer Website.

**WWDC21 kicks off with a keynote address June 7 at 10 a.m. PDT.**

**Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference kicks off online beginning June 7, 2021**

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Episode 128, Apple talks about App Store cybersecurity

May 15, 2021Apple, Computers, HomePod, iMac, iPad, iPhone, MacBook Air, MacMini, Technology, UncategorizedAlaska, Anchorage, Apple, cybersecurity, MacMinutes, technologymacminutes

In this episode, we will give you a rare glimpse of what Apple has accomplished to make App Store a safe and trusted place for users to discover apps by detecting and taking action against fraudulent developers and users. (Graphics courtesy of Apple Inc.)

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Episode 127, Hands-on Tracker Comparison: Tile Slim versus Apple AirTag

May 8, 2021AirTags, Apple, Apple Maps, iPhone, Locator Beacon, Technology, UncategorizedAirtags, Alaska, Anchorage, Apple, iPhone, MacMinutes, technologymacminutes

In this episode, we will give an overview of the new Apple AirTag and discuss the differences between Apple’s new AirTag and the tried-and-true Tile Slim. This will hopefully give you some insight of what tracker you may want to choose for your valuables.

AirTag is a small and elegantly designed accessory that can be personalized with free engraving, and enables iPhone users to securely locate and keep track of their valuables using the Find My app. (Graphic courtesy of Apple Inc.)

Put Slim in tight spaces like your wallet, passport case or luggage tag and use our free app to find them. Keep track of more for less with our multi-packs or give them to your friends and family as a gift. The Tile Slim has a 200 ft. Bluetooth range and is as thin as two credit cards. There is up to a 3-year built-in battery and is waterproof. Tile is also compatible with Android, Windows and iOS platforms. (Graphic courtesy of Tile Inc.)

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Episode 124, Apple’s virtual event introduces AirTags, along with new iPad Pro, iMac and Apple TV 4K

April 20, 2021AirTags, Apple, Apple Maps, Computers, iPhone, Locator Beacon, Technology, UncategorizedAirtags, Alaska, Anchorage, Apple, Apple Fitness Awards, AppleWatch, iPhone, MacMinutes, technologymacminutes

In this episode, we will discuss Apple’s introduction of AirTags which were part of a virtual event on Tuesday, April 20th which brought new colorful iMacs, iPad Pro equipped with an M1 chip, and an Apple TV 4K with remote. We will start with AirTags today and cover the remainder of the refreshed devices in upcoming episodes. More information can be found at Mac Minutes Podcast. (Graphics courtesy of Apple Inc.)

**AirTag can be placed into a bag or pocket on its own, or utilized with a wide range of Apple-designed AirTag accessories, with personalized free engraving including text and a selection of emoji.**

**Precision Finding with AirTag fuses input from the camera, ARKit, accelerometer, and gyroscope on iPhone to provide a more precise, directionally aware finding experience.**

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Episode 123, Apple’s announces new Fitness + workouts, Apple Watch Activity Challenges and Apple launch event scheduled

April 16, 2021Apple Watch, fitness, health, iPhone, medical, Technology, UncategorizedAlaska, Anchorage, Apple, Apple Fitness Award, Apple Watch, AppleWatch, Fitness, MacMinutes, technologymacminutes

In this episode, we will discuss Apple’s announcement of new activity challenges for Earth Day and International Dance Day occurring soon and specialized workouts added to Fitness +. We will also talk about Apple’s event scheduled for Tuesday, April 20th at 10 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time. More information about Mac Minutes is at the following website link.

**Apple sets new Apple Watch Activity Challenges for Earth Day and International Dance Day.**

**New Workouts for Pregnancy, Workouts for Older Adults, and Workouts for Beginners will be available in Apple Fitness+ on Monday, April 19.**

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Episode 122, Apple’s Find My network now offers new third-party finding experiences and new products

April 10, 2021Apple, Apple Maps, Computers, Locator Beacon, Technology, UncategorizedAlaska, Anchorage, Apple, iPhone, Locator Beacon, MacMinutes, technologymacminutes

In this episode, we discuss Apple’s announcement this week of the Find My network accessory program enabling users to keep track of their belongings in the new Items tab within the Find My application and some of the new products being introduced. Product manufacturers are VanMoof e-bikes, Belkin SOUNDFORM Freedom True Wireless Earbuds, and Chipolo ONE Spot item finder. More about the Mac Minutes Podcast can be found at the following link. (Graphics courtesy of Apple Inc.)

The Find My network accessory program enables users to keep track of their belongings in the new Items tab within the Find My app. When an item has gone missing but is nearby, users can play a sound on their Find My-enabled product to pinpoint its location.

Chipolo s launching their special edition Chipolo ONE Spot, which works exclusively with Apple’s Find My network and the Find My app. This means that users can pair the Chipolo ONE Spot to the Find My app on their iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Mac to track and findtheir lost belongings using the vast Find My network, made up of hundreds of millions of Apple devices around the world.

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Episode 120, Stanford Study finds AppleWatch can accurately assess frailty; Apple updates mobile device operating systems

March 28, 2021Apple, Apple Watch, fitness, health, iPhone, medical, Technology, UncategorizedAlaska, Anchorage, Apple, Apple Fitness Activity, Apple Watch, AppleWatch, Health, heart disease, iPhone, MacMinutes, medical, technologymacminutes

In this episode, we discuss how a Stanford Study found the AppleWatch can predict frailty in Veteran’s Health Administration patients, proving once again how important the AppleWatch when combined with an iPhone can be in a health program. We will finish the podcast covering Apple’s recent updates of various mobile device operating systems, including iOS 14.4.2, iPad OS 14.2.2 and WatchOS 7.3.3. You can read the Stanford Study and find out more information at the Mac Minutes Podcast website. (Image courtesy of Apple Inc.)

**An Apple Watch, such as the Series 4, which monitors ECG functions, is one such device that can augment your home healthcare program.**

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Episode 118, AirPop launches first smart air wearable, Active + with Halo Sensor; and Apple updates operating systems

March 12, 2021Apple, COVID-19, health, iPad, iPhone, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, medical, Technology, UncategorizedActive + Smart Mask, AirPop Smart Mask, Alaska, Anchorage, Apple, coronavirus, Covid-19, Fitness, Halo Sensor, Health, MacMinutes, medical, technologymacminutes

In this episode, we discuss the launch of the AirPop Active + Smart Mask with Halo Sensor which tracks a combination of air quality data and information about your breathing rate, helping users take control of their respiratory health. We will finish the podcast talking about the sweeping updates this week to Apple’s operating systems More information for the mask are at AirPop and the Mac Minutes Podcast websites. (Graphics courtesy of AirPopHealth)

Halo’s discreet sensor array automatically detects when you start breathing and then syncs your breathing data with the app. An inhale/exhale LED ring indicates breath rate while its intelligent capture supports real-time or background passive modes. The personal dashboard shows real-time protection levels and tracks breathing by activity and location. The device works with Apple HealthKit, so you can track your breathing in iOS.

With its patented 360 degrees sealing, medical-grade soft touch membrane, and super light construction the Active mask filters adaptively seal to the contours of your face. The design maintains its shape and fit when snapped into the Airknit pre-formed shell. Paired with adjustable earloops to create the ideal fit for every face.

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Episode 117, mophie introduces the new Juice Pack Connect universal battery system; and seven digit phone dialing coming to an end

March 5, 2021Apple, Battery Optimization, iPhone, Technology, UncategorizedAlaska, Anchorage, Apple, Battery Management, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, MacMinutes, MagSafe, Mophie, technologymacminutes

In this episode, mophie, the tech accessory retailer, revamps its flagship juice pack and introduces the Juice Pack Connect universal battery system. After using one for a couple weeks now, I will be giving a hands-on review. You can view a You Tube video for the Juice Pack Connect at this link. The Mac Minutes Podcast webpage is located here. (Graphic courtesy of mophie Inc.)

**The Juice Pack Connect contains a 5,000mAh battery and allows users to experience a new way to charge.**

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Episode 116, eero 6 Pro Mesh hands-on review; Apple Watch users can earn a limited-edition fitness award with the International Women’s Day Activity Challenge

February 25, 2021Apple Watch, Computers, fitness, health, mesh network, Technology, UncategorizedAlaska, Anchorage, Apple, Apple Fitness Award, Apple Fitness Awards, Apple Watch, AppleWatch, eero, MacMinutes, mesh, mesh networks, technologymacminutes

In this episode I will be giving a hands-on review of the eero Pro 6 mesh system and share Apple’s fitness activity award celebrating International Women’s Day. You can find a comprehensive list of Apple’s events celebrating Women’s History Month at the attached link. More information for the eero Pro 6 is at eero and the podcast at Mac Minutes Podcast.

**eero Pro 6 covers up to: 2,000 sq. ft and is tri-band with enough bandwidth to deliver high speeds to over 75+ connected devices. One device costs around $229 US.**

**eero Beacon adds up to 1,500 sq. ft. of coverage to your existing eero and extends your eero network with speeds**
**up to 350 Mbps. Price is about $119 US.**

**Apple Watch users can earn a limited-edition award with the International Women’s Day Activity Challenge on March 8.**

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