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Episode 235, iPadOS 17 brings new features improving versatility and personalization



In this episode, we will discuss Apple releasing iPadOS 17 recently bringing with in many new levels of personalization and versatility to iPad.  We will be covering these features with screenshots on the podcast website https://macminutes.blubrry.net.  For full details, go to the Apple iPadOS 17 website located at https://apple.com/ipados/ipados-17

iPadOS 17 takes iPad even further with new levels of personalization, beautiful and helpful custom Lock Screens, easier ways to find and share information, and intelligent features to help get things done.
The Lock Screen is redesigned to be more beautiful, personal, and useful.
A new stickers experience in Messages lets users express themselves, be creative, and share ideas on the fly.
Users can leave an audio or video message in FaceTime.
Users can securely share health data and receive important notifications about their loved ones’ health in the Health app.
In Freeform, users can create expressive boards with new drawing tools and a diagramming mode.

Episode 221, Apple bringing Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro to iPad



In this episode we will discuss Apple bringing Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro to iPad. These Pro apps introduce powerful features designed for iPad to deliver the ultimate mobile studio for video and music creators.  For more information, visit apple.com/final-cut-pro-for-ipad and apple.com/logic-pro-for-ipad.

 

Multicam video editing on iPad is incredibly intuitive — users can automatically sync up to four angles together and switch between them with just the tap of a finger.  More information is at apple.com/final-cut-pro-for-ipad 
The all-new sound browser makes it easier than ever for music creators to discover the perfect sound whenever inspiration strikes. More information  is at apple.com/logic-pro-for-ipad

Episode 199, The Best Features of iPadOS 16



In this podcast we will tell you the best features of iPadOS 16.  This new update takes the versatility of iPad even further with powerful new productivity and collaboration features. iCloud Shared Photo Library makes it easy to keep your family photos up to date. Messages adds the ability to edit or undo a sent message and new ways to start and manage collaborations. Mail has new inbox and compose tools, and Safari adds Shared Tab Groups and next-generation security with passkeys. Stage Manager introduces an entirely new way to multitask on iPad allowing you to work with multiple overlapping windows and easily switch between them We will cover all these in about 10 minutes.  More information about these features is available by visiting apple.com/ipados/ipados-16.

Later this year, Stage Manager on M1 and M2 iPad models will unlock full external display support with resolutions of up to 6K to arrange the ideal workspace.
The animated backgrounds in Weather represent the sun position, clouds, and precipitation.
Freeform’s canvas is perfect for diagramming new projects, aggregating important assets, or just brainstorming on an infinite board.
With iCloud Shared Photo Library, families can share photos seamlessly with a separate iCloud Photos library that up to six users can collaborate on, contribute to, and enjoy.

Episode 197, Apple’s ‘Take Note’ event launches next generation iPad Pro with new M2 chip and redesigned iPad in vibrant colors



In this podcast, we will discuss Apple’s “Take Note” announcement of the next generation iPad Pro, supercharged by the M2 chip; and the completely redesigned iPad in four vibrant colors, featuring a large 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display, the powerful A14 Bionic chip, advanced cameras, fast wireless connectivity, USB-C, support for the new Magic Keyboard Folio, along with more Apple news.

Apple upgraded Tuesday, Oct. 18 several devices at its ‘Take Note’ announcement, including iPad, iPad Pro and Apple 4K TV.
With breakthrough performance of the M2 chip, a next-level Apple Pencil hover experience, and superfast wireless connectivity, the new iPad Pro delivers a powerful and unique iPad experience.
With all new vibrant colors the redesigned iPad features a large 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display, the powerful A14 Bionic chip, advanced cameras, fast wireless connectivity, USB-C, support for the new Magic Keyboard Folio, and more.

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



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.

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



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.

Episode 145, Apple preorders begin; Key new features of the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max



In this episode we will discuss the new features of the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max which debuted along the with the unveiling of other devices at the Apple keynote streaming event, including iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, AppleWatch Series 7, iPad, 9th Generation and iPad Mini.  Today, we will start our concentrate our discussion with the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max.  These models are more pro than ever before.  We will go in depth about the new iPhones features having the most advanced pro camera system ever on iPhone; super Retina XDR display with ProMotion; a massive leap in battery life; A15 Bionic, the fastest chip in a smartphone; an advanced 5G experience; and so much more.  More information about the launch Tuesday, Sept.. 14 is at https;//apple.com/newsroom and at the Mac Minutes Podcast website https://macminutespodcast.com.

iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max will be available in four stunning finishes including graphite, gold, silver, and sierra blue. The pro camera system on iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max features an all-new Ultra Wide camera with autofocus which enables macro photography natively on iPhone, a new Wide camera, and a new Telephoto camera with increased 3x optical zoom.
iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max feature an even brighter and smarter Super Retina XDR display with ProMotion, with an adaptive refresh rate up to 120Hz. With a new 5-core GPU, A15 Bionic in iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max enables the best graphics performance ever on iPhone.

Episode 139, Apple means business, personally and professionally



In this episode we will discuss a dozen reasons why Apple should be the choice of your personal and business interests.

See it all in sharp detail on the immersive 24‑inch 4.5K Retina display. The P3 wide color gamut brings what you’re watching to life in over a billion colors. Images shine with a brilliant 500 nits of brightness. Industry-leading anti‑reflective coating delivers greater comfort and readability. And True Tone technology automatically adjusts the color temperature of your display to the ambient light of your environment, for a more natural viewing experience. 
The thinnest, lightest notebook, completely transformed with an Apple M1 chip. CPU speeds up to 3.5x faster.
M1 has an 16 billion transistors with the Apple computing system on a chip.

 


Episode 98, Apple announces all-new iPad Air with advanced A14 Bionic chip



In this episode we will discuss the new iPad Air available Oct. 23 which features a new thin and light all-screen design offered in five gorgeous finishes, a next-generation Touch ID sensor integrated into the top button, and the powerful A14 Bionic chip for a massive boost in performance. (Graphics courtesy of Apple Inc.)

iPadOS 14 is the powerful operating system designed specifically for iPad and brings new features and capabilities such as Scribble, which allows Apple Pencil users to handwrite directly into any text field; useful new sidebars for apps including Photos and Files; and redesigned widgets.
iPad Air is incredibly versatile, featuring support for Magic Keyboard with built-in trackpad and Apple Pencil, which attaches magnetically for easy pairing, charging, and storing.

 


Episode 94, Overview of iOS 14 new features



In this episode, we will give you information about iOS14 which was recently released as a free update by Apple. iOS 14 reimagines the iPhone experience, delivering a major update to the Home Screen with redesigned widgets and the App Library, new ways to use apps with App Clips, and powerful updates to Messages, and much more. (Graphic courtesy of Apple Inc.)

Apple’s virtual event announced several new services, software and hardware.
Widgets have been totally redesigned to give you more information at a glance — and now you can add them to your Home Screen. Choose from different sizes and arrange however you like.