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Episode 294, Workout Buddy on Apple Watch adds a personalized health experience

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In this podcast we will discuss Workout Buddy which is one of the new features on you Apple Watch.  With watchOS 26, coupled with your Apple Watch, Workout Buddy, is a first-of-its-kind fitness experience powered by Apple Intelligence that analyzes a user’s workout data and fitness history to deliver personalized, spoken motivation throughout their session, based on data like heart rate, pace, distance, Activity rings, personal fitness milestones, and more.

 

To enable it execute the following steps: 1. Open the Workout app on your Apple Watch. 2. Select a workout type. 3. Tap the settings icon (gear) in the top left corner. 4. Toggle on “Workout Buddy.” 5. Choose a voice and tap “Start.”
You can use Workout Buddy with the following workout types: Outdoor and Indoor Run; Outdoor and Indoor Walk; Outdoor and Indoor Cycle; Hiking; Elliptical; Stair Stepper; High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT); and Functional and Traditional Strength Training.

 

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Episode 293, iOS 26 features ‘No More Robocalls or Elevator Music’: Call Screening and Hold Waiting

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In this podcast we will discuss two huge features in iOS 26 covering Call Screening and Hold Waiting effectively eliminating no more robocalls and elevator music, effectively helping to save your sanity.

Settings > Apps > Phone > Customize your Call Screening and Hold Waiting

Ever called customer support, only to be trapped in an endless loop of annoying elevator music? Apple has solved this life hack. Listen and learn how to implement this iOS26 feature.
Robocalls for political, insurance, and financial annoy you. This is my top feature in iOS26. It gives me back minutes every day. Learn which option works best for you and how to implement it and get your time back.

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Episode 289, An Update on Blood Oxygen for Apple Watch in the U.S.

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In this episode, we will discuss a quick update to Apple’s recent introduction of a redesigned Blood Oxygen for Apple Watch in the U.S.

Screenshot of the Apple Watch taking a Blood Oxygen reading.
Screenshot of the redesigned Blood Oxygen feature on the Apple Watch and how to take a measurement.

 

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Episode 281, Apple introduces the 2025 Pride Collection

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In this episode, we will discuss Apple introduction of the 2025 Pride Collection. Ahead of Pride Month, Apple is introducing a new Apple Watch Pride Edition Sport Band, watch face, and iPhone and iPad wallpaper to celebrate the strength and beauty of LGBTQ+ communities around the world.

Ahead of Pride Month, to celebrate the strength and beauty of LGBTQ+ communities around the world, Apple is introducing a new Apple Watch Pride Edition Sport Band, watch face, and iPhone and iPad wallpaper.
The Pride Edition Sport Band is assembled by hand from individual stripes of vibrant color that are compression-molded together, creating subtle yet striking variations.

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Episode 279, Get Active with Apple Watch and earn your Global Close Your Rings award on April 24

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In this episode, we will discuss an event on April 24 for Apple Watch users to close their Activity rings and earn a special Global Close Your Rings Day limited-edition award.  Learn more about how you can earn this special award.

The Activity app on Apple Watch encourages users to close their three Activity rings — Move, Exercise, and Stand — by hitting personal daily goals for active calories burned, minutes of brisk activity completed, and number of hours when they stand up for at least a minute.
The Workout app on Apple Watch allows users to track a wide range of workouts, including Outdoor Run, Indoor Cycle, Outdoor Push, Yoga, and many more.
The Workout app on Apple Watch allows users to track a wide range of workouts, including Outdoor Run, Indoor Cycle, Outdoor Push, Yoga, and many more.
The Vitals app gives Apple Watch users a way to quickly view these key health metrics and gain better context when it comes to their health.

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Episode 278, iOS 18.4 for iPhone brings many new features and improvements

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In this episode, we will discuss the new features and enhancements brought by iOS 18.4, Apple’s most recent update for iPhones. Whether you’re in Anchorage, Alaska or anywhere else, this update is packed with changes that aim to improve your device’s performance, privacy, and overall user experience.​

iOS 18.4 introduces significant advancements in Apple Intelligence, Apple’s suite of AI-powered features.
Once you’ve installed iOS 18.4, you can open the Control Center, tap and hold an empty part of the screen, and hit the Add a Control button near the bottom of the display. Scroll down until you see the Ambient Music tab and select one of the controls. Apple lets you pick one of four moods: Sleep, Chill, Productivity, and Wellbeing. In the Control Center, tap and hold any of these playlists to reveal more options. You can tap From Library to add your own playlists to any of these controls.
Go to the News app on your iPhone. Tap Following at the bottom of the screen, tap Food, then scroll down to see stories and recipes. The more food content and recipes you read, the more personalized your recommendations are. Tap Recipe Catalog at the top of the feed or the Recipe Catalog button in the top-right corner, then do any of the following: Search by recipe title, ingredient, or keyword: Tap the search field, enter a term, then tap Search. Filter by category: Tap a category, such as Vegetarian.

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Episode 276, ‘Friday Night Baseball’ returns to Apple TV+ on March 28

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In this episode, we will discuss Apple “Friday Night Baseball” returns to Apple TV+ on March 28.  Apple and Major League Baseball announced that “Friday Night Baseball,” a weekly doubleheader available on Apple TV+, is set to return for the 2025 regular season. Fans across 60 countries and regions can enjoy two marquee matchups over 25 weeks, featuring enhanced production quality, expert commentary, and no local broadcast restrictions.

“Friday Night Baseball” will be available to Apple TV+ subscribers throughout the 2025 regular season, beginning on Friday, March 28. Subscription required, ™/© 2025 MLB.

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Episode 275, Apple introduces the new MacBook Air with the M4 chip, a new sky blue color, and a lower starting price of $999

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In this episode, we will discuss Apple’s introduction of a new MacBook Air with the M4 chip, a new sky blue color, and a lower starting price of $999.  The popular laptop delivers more value than ever with greater performance, up to 18 hours of battery life, a 12MP Center Stage camera, and enhanced external display support — all in its strikingly thin and light design.

Available in an all-new sky blue, MacBook Air features the superfast M4 chip, is built for Apple Intelligence, and delivers even greater value, starting at $999.
MacBook Air comes in two perfectly portable sizes: a 13-inch and a 15-inch model.
With systemwide Writing Tools powered by Apple Intelligence, users can rewrite, proofread, and summarize text nearly everywhere they write, including Apple apps like Pages, Keynote, and more.
Desk View simultaneously displays the user and a top-down view of their desk, making video calls even more engaging for those who want to show off their latest DIY project or present a prototype at work.

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Episode 274, Introducing Apple Invites, a new app that brings people together for life’s special moments

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In this episode, we will discuss Apple’s introduction of Apple Invites, a new app for iPhone that helps users create custom invitations to gather friends and family for any occasion. With Apple Invites, users can create and easily share invitations, RSVP, contribute to Shared Albums, and engage with Apple Music playlists.

With Apple Invites, bringing events to life is easy and fun. Users can create, share, and RSVP to invitations through the Apple Invites app, or on the web from any device.
Image Playground is built right into Apple Invites, giving users an easy way to generate original images that make their invitation even more unique.
Hosts can easily view and manage their events, share invitations with a link, review RSVPs, and choose the details they want included in the preview, like the event background or a home address.

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Episode 273, Celebrate Heart Health Month by earning an Activity Award on Valentine’s Day

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In this episode, we will discuss how Apple is celebrating Heart Health Month.  We wanted to get this out so Apple and fitness enthusiasts can plan ahead.   Let’s go to the show for this quick update.

2025 Heart Health Month Activity Award available on Friday, February 14. 
Sticker Pack available for those who complete their exercise ring on Valentine’s Day.

 

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