The latest In Touch With iOS. In Episode 385, Dave Ginsburg, Kelly Guimont, Jill McKinley, Ben Roethig, and Marty Jencius preview the September 9th Apple Event . They cover iOS 26 Beta 9 and visionOS updates , iPhone 17 rumors , Apple Watch Series 11 upgrades, and Apple Wallet's enhanced travel features . The panel also dives into AirPods Pro 3 , HomePod , Apple TV speculation , Astropad's anti-reflective protector , and Apple's evolving AI strategy . A lively mix of insight, rumors, and humor for Apple fans. 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 In Episode 385 of In Touch With iOS , host Dave Ginsburg is joined by panelists Kelly Guimont, Jill McKinley, Ben Roethig , and Marty Jencius for an in-depth discussion on everything Apple ahead of the much-anticipated September 9th Apple Event . The panel kicks off with reactions to the iOS 26 Beta 9 and visionOS Beta 9 releases, highlighting improvements like 3D charting support for developers , enhanced accessibility ratings in the App Store , and visual refinements such as the updated liquid glass interface . While some bugs remain, overall performance feels crisper and more polished. Looking ahead to the event, the conversation centers on the iPhone 17 lineup — including rumors of a lighter iPhone 17 Air , spatial photography integration for Vision Pro, and whether the upgrades justify an annual refresh. Opinions are divided: some are eager to upgrade, while others remain skeptical about how compelling the changes will be. The panel also dives into expected updates for the Apple Watch Series 11 and Apple Watch Ultra 3 , including a possible return of blood oxygen monitoring and other health features. Other Apple ecosystem topics include: Apple Wallet enhancements — digital boarding passes with live activities , airport maps , luggage tracking , and U.S. passport support . AirPods Pro 3 rumors — improved noise cancellation, redesigned stems, and heart rate monitoring integration. HomePod and AirTag updates — hopes for better battery life and a more seamless user experience. Apple TV speculation — possible Wi-Fi 7 support and potential gaming opportunities. In a lighter segment, the group discusses Astropad's new anti-reflective "Fresh Coat" screen protector , designed to reduce glare by 75% on the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro models . They also dive into Opera's revamped tab management on iOS , debating its potential to rival Safari and Chrome. Finally, the episode touches on Apple's AI ambitions , exploring reports of a planned answer engine integrated with Siri , leveraging deals with OpenAI , Perplexity , or even Google Gemini . While Apple's AI strategy sparks mixed opinions, the panel agrees that user privacy and energy efficiency will likely remain top priorities. This episode serves as the perfect primer before Apple's big event, balancing news, rumors, personal insights, and witty banter to prepare listeners for what's next in the Apple ecosystem. Topics and Links In Touch With Vision Pro this week . visionOS 26 Beta 9 Release Notes | Apple Developer Documentation Beta this week. iOS26 Beta 9 was released this week. Apple releases iOS 26 beta 9 for iPhone Apple releases beta 9 for iPadOS 26, tvOS 26, watchOS 26, more [U] iOS 26: Import and Export Markdown Files in Apple Notes Apple Wallet has three new features for boarding passes in iOS 26 - 9to5Mac In Touch With Mac this week macOS Tahoe 26 beta 9 now available Predictions for the Apple Event September 9th Beyond iPhone 17: Apple Rumored to Launch 10 Other Products in 2025 - MacRumors AirPods Pro 3 coming next week: Here's every rumored feature - 9to5Mac Five new Apple products are the biggest September 9 launch 'maybes' - 9to5Mac iPhone 17 event promises to go beyond the usual yearly updates for each product - 9to5Mac AirPods Max get an elegant solution to their biggest design flaw - 9to5Mac - Marty's AirPodMax charger Other Topics Astropad's 'Fresh Coat' Screen Protector Cuts iPhone Reflections by 75% Without Color Loss / Apple Patents Next-Generation Taptic Engine Apple's Shock-Resistant Haptic Engine Patent Signals Durability Leap for Future Devices Apple Plans AI-Powered Web Search Tool for Siri to Rival OpenAI, Perplexity News New Opera Browser Features Aim to End Safari Tab Management Woes - MacRumors Ecobee's Smart Security System Now Works With Home App and Siri flair.co Specific page for the vents: Smart Home HVAC Solutions for Central Heating and Cooling – Flair Flair + ecobee: Smart HVAC Control Made Simple Instagram Finally Comes to iPad Netfl
