In this podcast, Thomas Domville explores some of the new features and options for widgets in iOS 14 and iPadOS 14. These include:
iOS
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In this episode, Tyler shows us how to automatically delete messages on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS.
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In this episode, Tyler demonstrates how to automatically deny App Tracking requests in iOS and iPadOS.
App Tracking Transparency (ATT) is a feature in iOS and iPadOS that aims to give users more control over which apps can track their activity across apps owned by other companies for targeted advertising purposes by requiring user permission to access the device's identifier for advertisers (IDFA). To automatically deny all tracking requests, go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking, and toggle the "Allow apps to request to track" switch off.
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In this podcast, Thomas Domville shows us how to allow your Medical ID information to be sent automatically to emergency services, via a secure third-party service, when you call or text 911 or use Emergency SOS from your iPhone or Apple Watch (U.S. only; iOS 13.5 or later required; watchOS 6.2.5 or later required if Apple Watch is connected to Wi-Fi or a cellular network without your iPhone nearby).
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In this episode, Tyler demonstrates how to change Safari's default search engine on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS.
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Did you know that you can change to other voices for Siri? In this podcast Thomas Domville shows us how to change Siri voice on iOS.
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In this episode, Thomas Domville shows us how to change the speaking rate for Siri on iOS and iPadOS. This feature allows you to adjust the speed at which Siri speaks, which can be helpful if you find Siri's default speaking rate too fast or too slow.
To change the speaking rate for Siri, Go to Settings > Accessibility > Siri, and adjust the slider under the "Speaking rate" heading to your desired speed.
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Join Thomas Domville as he explores the new feature in iOS 17.2. that allows you to modify the default notification alert.
Previously, users were restricted to Apple's default notification sound. However, with iOS 17.2, Apple has added a new âDefault Alertsâ section in the âSounds & Hapticsâ settings. This feature enables you to choose the sound for all incoming notifications, except for texts, mail alerts, and calendar alerts, which already had customization options.
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In this podcast, Thomas Domville shows us how to change your AppleID email address.
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In this podcast, Thomas Domville shows us how to check a battery status of all of your iPhone bluetooth accessories.
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In this podcast, Thomas Domville shows us how to check the various weather information with Siri in iOS.
The various Siri commands used in this podcast:
get current weather
"What's the weather going to be like today?"
Get a weekly weather
"What is the forecast for the next week?"
"What is the forecast for this weekend?"
Get the Current Temperature
"What is the current temperature?"
"What is the Perceived Temperature"
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Are you using Apple TV+? Did you know that you can change different streaming options for TV+? Join in as Thomas Domville shows us how to choose a streaming option for Apple TV+ in iOS.
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In this podcast from his series looking at some of what's new and notable in iOS 15, Thomas Domville Shows us how you can now configure a number of accessibility settings on a per-app basis.
This feature allows you to enable or disable certain accessibility settings for a specific app or set of apps, including the Home screen. All you need to do is choose an app, toggle on the accessibility settings you want, and you'll then get options like larger text, reduced transparency, and smart invert in only the places you want them.
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In this episode, Thomas Domville Shows us VoiceOver's Quick Settings feature on iOS and iPadOS.
Activated with a 2-finger quadruple tap, the Quick Settings panel offers fast and easy access to a number of VoiceOver's settings and options, allowing you to streamline the VoiceOver rotor. You can change what's included in this panel, and the order settings are presented in, in Settings > Accessibility > VoiceOver > Quick Settings.
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In this episode, Tyler demonstrates how to configure your iPhone or iPad with Touch ID to bypass the Lock Screen and open immediately after authenticating.
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In this podcast, Thomas Domville shows us How to contact Apple for accessibility inquiries.
Topics Covered in this Podcast
Apple Accessibility Web Page:
https://www.apple.com/accessibility/
Apple Product Feedback Web Page:
https://www.apple.com/feedback/
Accessibility Support - Official Apple Support Web Page:
https://support.apple.com/accessibility
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In this podcast, Thomas Domville shows us How to control the various volume levels in iOS.
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In this podcast, Thomas Domville discusses and explores how in iOS 13 users have the capability to create custom VoiceOver configurations for different tasks. For example, having a Different VoiceOver voice, speaking rate, and verbosity level for when using a specific app.
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Don't want new iOS updates to be installed or downloaded automatically? Take back your power to say no to the updates. Listen as Thomas Domville shows us how to customize iOS automatic updates.
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In this episode, Tyler demonstrates how to customize the lock screen on iOS, specifically how to remove the flashlight and camera buttons and replace them with other controls.