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In Touch with iOSAuthor: David Ginsburg
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408 - Home Camera Missing Persons,YouTube App on Vision Pro
Episode 408
Thursday, 12 February, 2026
The latest In Touch With iOS with Dave he is joined by Jill McKinley, Chuck Joiner, Eric Bolden, Marty Jencius, Guy Serle. The panel discusses iOS 26.3 security updates, the launch of YouTube's native app on Apple Vision Pro, and improvements across Apple's platforms. They debate home security cameras and privacy, explore iPad multitasking enhancements, and break down the Apple Card's move from Goldman Sachs to Chase. Plus: YouTube TV bundles, T-Mobile's live call translation, and Apple's removal of iTunes wishlists. The show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com Direct Link to Audio Links to our Show Give us a review on Apple Podcasts! CLICK HERE we would really appreciate it! Click this link Buy me a Coffee to support the show we would really appreciate it. intouchwithios.com/coffee Another way to support the show is to become a Patreon member patreon.com/intouchwithios Website: In Touch With iOS YouTube Channel In Touch with iOS Magazine on Flipboard Facebook Page BlueSky Mastodon X Instagram Threads Summary The episode kicks off with the release of iOS 26.3 and companion updates to iPadOS, macOS Tahoe, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS. With more than 35 security fixes in iOS and iPadOS alone, the panel stresses the importance of updating immediately. They also discuss improvements to Android-to-iPhone transfer tools and Apple's continued cross-platform migration efforts. A major highlight this week is the long-awaited arrival of a native YouTube app on the Apple Vision Pro. The panel dives into immersive video support, spatial Olympic content, interface quirks, and how this finally elevates Vision Pro's entertainment value. Is this the turning point for mainstream Vision Pro adoption? The debate is lively. The conversation shifts into a thoughtful discussion about home security cameras, sparked by recent news events. Are devices from Ring, Eufy, and others increasing safety — or creating neighborhood surveillance grids? The panel explores privacy concerns, AI integration, cloud vs local storage, and whether user-controlled footage strikes the right balance. Accessibility features get some spotlight as Dave demonstrates Sound Recognition on iOS, including the ability to detect doorbells while wearing noise-canceling headphones — a small feature with meaningful real-world impact. iPadOS multitasking improvements are also examined. Window resizing, dock behavior, and multitasking toggles continue pushing the iPad closer to being a full laptop replacement, though muscle memory and discoverability remain challenges. Financial news rounds out the show as the Apple Card prepares to transition from Goldman Sachs to Chase. The panel discusses what stays the same, what might change, and open questions about the Apple Savings account. Topics and Links In Touch With Vision Pro this week. Apple Releases visionOS 26.3 YouTube launches native app for Apple Vision Pro YouTube Launches on Apple Vision Pro - MacRumors VisionPlay for YT App Beta this week. iOS 26.3 final version was released to the public this week. Apple Releases iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 iOS 26.3 has fixes for 35+ security issues on iPhone, details here Update Now: iOS 26.3 and macOS Tahoe 26.3 Fix Dozens of Security Vulnerabilities iOS 26.3 Features: Everything New in iOS 26.3 Apple Releases watchOS 26.3 Apple Releases HomePod Software 26.3 Apple Releases tvOS 26.3 Apple just released new updates for old versions of iOS, macOS, and iPadOS Apple Releases New Beta Firmware for AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods 4 - MacRumors In Touch With Mac this week Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.3 Why You Shouldn't Buy the Next MacBook Pro Other Topics Home Cameras & Missing Person Cases — Safety or Surveillance? The Smart Camera Landscape Ring Google Nest Cam Apple HomeKit Secure Video (wemo Doorbell Camera) Others Panel suggestion? Never Miss Your Doorbell While Wearing Headphones on iPhone iPadOS 26 multitasking got better when I changed this one setting - 9to5Mac Apple Card is moving to Chase, here's everything we know - 9to5Mac News Apple Acquires New Database App YouTube TV Gets Cheaper Sports, News, and Entertainment Bundles T-Mobile Launches Beta for Free Real-Time Call Translation on Any Phone Apple is Getting Rid of iTunes Wish Lists, Here's How to Save Yours Announcements Macstock X is here celebrating its 10th anniversary, ! With Three Full Days of expert-led Presentations and Workshops, Macstock's sessions are crammed full of productivity-enhancing content. NEW this year is a partnership with sponsor Ecamm. Ecamm Creator Camp: Mac Edition on July 9, 2026 there are only 100 tickets available for the bundle. There are 2 passes available: Macstock weekend pass July 10,11,12, 2026 or the Macstock Ecamm Bundle starting July 9 (only 100 tickets available) Come join us. Register HERE Our Host Dave Ginsburg is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users and shares his wealth of knowledge of iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and related technologies. Visit the YouTube channel https://youtube.com/intouchwithios follow him on Mastodon @daveg65, , BlueSky @daveg65 and the show @intouchwithios Our Regular Contributors Jeff Gamet is a podcaster, technology blogger, artist, and author. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's managing editor, and Smile's TextExpander Evangelist. You can find him on Mastadon @jgamet Pixelfed @jgamet@pixelfed.social and Bluesky @jgamet.bsky.social Podcasts The Context Machine Podcast Retro Rewatch Retro Rewatch His YouTube channel https://youtube.com/jgamet Marty Jencius, Ph.D., is a professor of counselor education at Kent State University, where he researches, writes, and trains about using technology in teaching and mental health practice. His podcasts include Vision Pro Files, The Tech Savvy Professor and Circular Firing Squad Podcast. Find him at jencius@mastodon.social https://thepodtalk.net Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at eabolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Jill McKinley works in enterprise software, server administration, and IT A lifelong tech enthusiast, she started her career with Windows but is now an avid Apple fan. Beyond technology, she shares her insights on nature, faith, and personal growth through her podcasts—Buzz Blossom & Squeak, Start with Small Steps, and The Bible in Small Steps. Watch her content on YouTube at @startwithsmallsteps and follow her on X @schmern. Find all her work at http://jillfromthenorthwoods.com Chuck Joiner is the host of MacVoices and hosts video podcasts with influential members of the Apple community. Make sure to visit macvoices.com and subscribe to his podcast. You can follow him on Twitter @chuckjoiner and join his MacVoices Facebook group. Guy Serle is one of the hosts of the new The Gmen Show along with GazMaz and email GMenshow@icloud.com @MacParrot and @VertShark on X and BlueSky. Vertshark on YouTube, Google Voice +1 Area code 703-828-4677
