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Episode 67, Emergency SOS, Contacts and other Safety functions for past and present iPhones



In this episode, we will discuss emergency SOS functions, setting up emergency contacts and creating your medical ID for past and present iPhones. Take 10 minutes to potentially save a life. (Graphics courtesy of Apple Inc.)

Medical Profile and Add Emergency Contact screenshot
Emergency SOS and Medical ID Activation screenshot.

Episode 66, Ten tips for your Apple devices in 10 minutes



We will give you ten tips for your Apple devices.  We will start with some iOS13 tips, move to AppleWatch OS and finish with Mac OS.  What’s better, we will do that it about 10 minutes.  (Graphic courtesy of Apple Inc.)


Episode 65, Apple releases redesigned Maps Application with many new features



We will talk about Apple’s delivery of a new redesigned Maps Application and some of its new features such as better road coverage and pedestrian data, more precise addresses, and detailed land coverage. We will also highlight some tips throughout the podcast. (Graphics courtesy of Apple Inc.)

Collections makes it easy to share locations with friends and family.
Navigate to frequent destinations with a quick tap of Favorites.
With Indoor Maps for airports and malls, customers can see what level they’re on, restroom locations and even which stores and restaurants are open.
Apple delivers a new redesigned Maps for all users in the United States.
With Indoor Maps for airports and malls, customers can see what level they’re on, restroom locations and even which stores and restaurants are open.

Episode 63: ‘Juice-jacking’ USB power, Power Cord hacks threaten device security; and Apple updates operating systems



We will talk about security threats to your devices from juice-jacking power supplies, malicious power cords and how to prevent being victimized. Also, on Tuesday, Apple released updates for its operating systems for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Apple Watch, Mac, HomePod, and Apple TV devices.  We will give you an overview of what was impacted. (Photos courtesy of Apple Inc.)

Pictured is a 12-watt Apple USB Power Supply. Many counterfeits exist so buying from Apple or a reputable retailer is recommended.
Pictured is a USB-A to Lightning cable. Buying genuine Apple cables are a sure bet for protecting your devices. Forget the freebies or low-cost alternatives.

Episode 52, Quick ‘hidden’ tips to enhance productivity in iOS 13; AirPods Pro ‘hands-on ‘ review; & Veterans Day Fitness Challenge



In this episode, we will discuss some easy tips I’ve learned about iOS13 in the past weeks.  Some of these shortcuts are really productive and you will find them convenient. I will also provide a hands-on review of the AirPods Pro after my coverage in the previous podcast. Additionally, we will cover Apple’s next Fitness Challenge for the Apple Watch set for this Veterans Day, November 11.

Courtesy of Kyle Seth Grey
Courtesy of Apple Inc.

Episode 46, Hands-on with the Apple Watch Series 5



In this episode, we will discuss Apple Watch Series 5 with a “hands on” review of the devices announced at the September 10th Apple Keynote.  We will start by talking about our experiences on iPhone 11 Launch Day, Friday, September 20th, at the Anchorage Apple Store and then move to our “hands on” review where we will discuss new features, like the Always-On Retinal Display, Built-In Compass and International Emergency Calling.  We will also tell you about the special edition Apple Watches including Titanium, Ceramic, Hermès and Nike. (Photos courtesy of Apple Inc.)