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Episode 192, Apple launches new features in watchOS 9

September 13, 2022Apple Maps, Apple Watch, cardiology, Computers, fitness, Fitness+, health, heart health, Uncategorized, watchOS 9Alaska, Anchorage, Apple, Apple Watch, Fitness, Health, heart disease, MacMinutes, medical, technology, watchOS 9macminutes

In this episode, we will discuss the launching Monday, Sept. 12 of watchOS 9 bringing new watch faces, an enhanced Workout app, sleep stages, a first-of-its-kind AFib History feature, a redesigned Compass app, and an all-new Medications app. We will cover all these new features in this show.

watchOS 9 brings new features, enhanced apps, and more personalization to Apple Watch.For triathletes and duathletes, the Workout app now supports a new Multisport workout type that automatically switches between any sequence of swimming, biking, and running workouts.

**For triathletes and duathletes, the Workout app now supports a new Multisport workout type that automatically switches between any sequence of swimming, biking, and running workouts.**

**The completely redesigned Compass app includes Waypoints, a quick and convenient way to mark a point of interest directly in the app.**

The new Medications experience on Apple Watch and iPhone helps users manage and track their medications, vitamins, and supplements, plus provides an alert if there are potential critical interactions with medications they have added to the Health app.

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Episode 190, America Celebrates National Parks with Fitness Activity Award; Projected Apple Sept. 7 Product Event; and Operating System Updates

August 22, 2022Activity Awards, Apple, Apple Event, Apple Watch, AppleTV+, Computers, iOS16, iPad, iPadOS 16, macOS Monterey, Technology, UncategorizedAlaska, Anchorage, Apple, Apple Event 2022, Apple Watch, iPhone, IPhone 14, MacMinutes, National Parks, National Parks Foundations, technologymacminutes

In this episode, we will discuss the announcement this week about Apple celebrating America’s National Parks, including several activities including a fitiness activity award; a product announcement event predicted for September 7 and urgent updates necessary for our Apple operating systems.

Joshua Tree National Park in California tells the rich history of the Serrano, the Chemehuevi, and the Cahuilla people who, like many Indigenous communities past and present, stewarded the land for centuries. Photo by Eric Kruszewski (@erickruszewski). Shot on iPhone 13 Pro Max.

**Apple users can visit a collection of episodes centering Indigenous voices on Apple Podcasts.**

**Apple Watch users are encouraged to celebrate the beauty of national parks everywhere with a limited edition Activity Challenge award on August 27.**

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Episode 189, KardiaCare now works with Apple Watch EKGs improving heart healthcare

August 12, 2022Apple Watch, cardiology, fitness, health, heart health, medical, safety, Technology, UncategorizedAlaska, Alaska Heart Institute, Anchorage, Apple, AppleWatch, ECG, EKG, Health, heart disease, iPhone, MacMinutes, medical, technologymacminutes

In this episode, we will discuss the announcement this week Kardia has expanded KardiaCare benefits to Apple Watch users. Let’s go to the show and learn more. Now you can sync your Apple Health data with Kardia and get access to exclusive features like cardiologist EKG reviews, summary reports, and more.

Advanced Determinations uses Kardia devices to detect six of the most common arrhythmias with access to our advanced algorithm that analyzes your EKG with their most accurate technology. More information about Kardia Care is available from **Alive-Cor.**

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Episode 188, Turning the Apple device you have into the one you want; Apple and Major League Baseball announce September ‘Friday Night Baseball’ double-header schedule

August 5, 2022AppleTV+, Sports, Uncategorized2022 Apple Event, Anchorage, Apple, AppleWatch, AppleWatch 8, iOS 16, IPhone 14, MacMinutes, Major League Baseball, MLB, technologymacminutes

In this episode, we will discuss Apple’s Trade-In Program and the announcement this week of the Apple TV Major League Baseball, or MLB, schedule for September’s “Friday Night Baseball” games. Check below or the Mac Minutes Podcast site for links to device values and the MLB broadcasting schedule.

It’s easy to trade in your eligible device for credit toward your next purchase, or get an Apple Gift Card you can use anytime.Footnote 1 If your device isn’t eligible for credit, we’ll recycle it for free. No matter the model or condition, we can turn it into something good for you and good for the planet. You can check the value at this Apple website.

**Scheduled “Friday Night Baseball” games are available to watch for free, only on Apple TV+ You can check the schedule for September at this Apple website**.

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Episode 186, Apple Music Sessions launches live releases in Spatial Audio; Managing unwanted phone calls, messages and emails on your mobile devices

July 15, 2022Apple, Apple Music, Apple Music, Cybersecurity, Identification, iPad, iPhone, security, Technology, UncategorizedAlaska, Anchorage, Apple, ipad, iPhone, iPhone tips, MacMinutes, technologymacminutes

In this episode, we will discuss Apple’s announce-ment introducing Apple Music Sessions starting with exclusive live releases on Apple Music starting with artists Carrie Underwood and Tenille Townes; and cover how to manage unwanted phone calls, messages and emails on your Apple mobile devices.

**From left to right: Apple Music Sessions features exclusive live releases from artists including Carrie Underwood (left) and Tenille Townes.**

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Episode 183, iPadOS 16 takes the versatility of iPad even further with powerful new productivity and collaboration features

June 26, 2022Apple Event, Computers, iPad, iPadOS 16, Technology, Uncategorized, WWDC2022Alaska, Anchorage, Apple, Homekit, ipad, iPadOS 16, MacMinutes, mail, Messages, technology, WWDC22macminutes

In this episode, we will discuss iPadOS 16 and how it will take the versatility of iPad even further with powerful new productivity and collaboration features. Features such as an entirely new multitasking experience with Stage Manager and full external display support, new ways to collaborate via Messages, big updates to Mail and Safari, iCloud Shared Photo Library, pro features including Reference Mode and Display Zoom, and more.

**iPadOS 16 introduces a new multitasking experience, new ways to collaborate with others, and new features for pro users that take advantage of the power of the M1 chip.**

**Families now can share photos seamlessly and relive more complete moments with iCloud Shared Photo Library.**

**The Weather app comes to iPad, allowing users to access detailed weather information with just a tap.**

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Episode 182, Apple unveils watchOS 9 for AppleWatch delivering new ways to stay connected, active, and healthy

June 14, 2022Apple Event, Apple Watch, cardiology, Computers, fitness, Fitness+, health, heart health, iOS16, iPhone, medical, safety, security, Technology, Uncategorized, WWDC2022Alaska, Anchorage, Apple, Apple Watch, AppleWatch, Fitness, Health, heart disease, MacMinutes, technology, WWDC22macminutes

In this episode, we will continue our discussion of the events from the Worldwide Developer Conference 2022 (WWDC22) focusing on the features unveiled in watch OS9, the operating system for the AppleWatch. Specifically, we will discuss an enhanced Workout app, swimming enhancements, sleep stages, a first-of-its-kind AFib History feature, and an all-new Medications app. All this and and much more is available from Apple here.

**Introducing more customizable watch faces, an enhanced Workout app, sleep stages, a first-of-its-kind AFib History feature, and an all-new Medications app.**

The new Medications experience on Apple Watch and iPhone helps users manage and track their medications, vitamins, and supplements. Custom schedules can be created for each medication, and users can set up reminders to help keep them on track.

**For users diagnosed with atrial fibrillation, AFib History estimates the time a user’s heart is in AFib and provides useful insights on lifestyle factors that may influence their condition.**

**watchOS 9 adds even more insights to the Sleep app with sleep stages. Using signals from the accelerometer and heart rate sensor, Apple Watch can detect when users are in REM, Core, or Deep sleep.**

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Episode 179, Apple introduces new professional training to support growing IT workforce; Ford Motor Company offers employee training

May 20, 2022Apple Event, business, Technology, Uncategorized, WWDC2022Alaska, Anchorage, Apple, MacMinutes, medical, technology, Training, WWDCmacminutes

In this episode, we will discuss Apple introducing new professional training to support growing IT workforce. We will look at the program and how new companies are introducing their employees to the new training. We will also update you on the upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference, commonly referred to as WWDC22.

**Apple launched Wednesday updated professional training and certifications for IT support and management. The redesigned training has moved to an online, self-paced format.**

**After completing an estimated 14 hours of learning content, users can take an exam to earn the Apple Certified Support Professional certification.**

**The second level of training in the IT series is the Apple Deployment and Management course, which covers how to configure, manage, and secure Apple products using mobile device management.**

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Episode 178, iPhones preparing to move to USB-C; WWDC 2022 makes final preparations to begin Monday, June 6

May 13, 2022Apple, Apple Event, iMac, iPad, iPhone, Technology, Uncategorized, WWDC2022Alaska, Anchorage, Apple, iPhone, iPhone 15, MacMinutes, Power Delivery, technology, USB-C, WWDC, WWDC 2022macminutes

In this episode, Apple Inc. is testing future iPhone models as early as iPhone 15 that replace the current Lightning charging port with the more prevalent USB-C connector, according to a leading supply analyst Ming Chi Kuo, a move that could help the company conform with looming European regulations. We’ll discuss this news and go more indepth into explaining the USB-C connector. In addition, we will tell you what you need to know about WWDC 2022 coming up in a few short weeks.

WWDC 2022 will showcase the latest innovations in iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS, while giving developers access to Apple engineers and technologies to learn how to create groundbreaking apps and interactive experiences.WWDC 2022 will showcase the latest innovations in iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS, while giving developers access to Apple engineers and technologies to learn how to create groundbreaking apps and interactive experiences.

**USB-C male connector.** Apple is indeed planning a switch to USB-C from Lightning for the iPhone, testing future models with the connector as well as an adapter for old accessories. Move would better unify Apple device charging and meet the incoming European mandate.

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Episode 176, Apple announces 2022 International Dance Day Activity Award, Friday, April 29; Apple Fitness+ gives users ‘Permission to Dance’ with new Artist Spotlight series, curated Dance workouts, and more

April 22, 2022Activity Awards, Apple, Apple Music, Apple Watch, fitness, Fitness+, health, medical, Technology, UncategorizedAlaska, Anchorage, Apple, Apple Fitness Award, Apple Watch, AppleWatch, Dancing, Fitness, Health, International Dance Day, MacMinutes, medical, technologymacminutes

In this episode, we will discuss Apple’s celebration of the 2022 International Dance Day coming up this Friday, April 29. In the second half of the podcast we will discuss Apple Fitness+ gives users “Permission to Dance” with new Artist Spotlight series, curated Dance workouts, and more.

**To get the International Dance Day award, Apple will ask Apple Watch users to do a dance workout of 20 minutes or more on Friday, April 29.**

This spring, Apple Fitness+, the first fitness and wellness service built entirely around Apple Watch and designed to be welcoming to all, is celebrating music and dance with a new lineup of world-renowned Artist Spotlight musicians and curated Dance content in the lead-up to International Dance Day on April 29.

Apple Watch users who successfully complete a dance workout on the appropriate day will unlock a badge in the Fitness app along with animated stickers that can be used in the Messages and FaceTime apps.

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