355 - The Needs of the User: Apple's AI and the Privacy Prime Directive

🎙 In Touch with iOS – Episode 355 Guests: Jill McKinley, Eric Bolden, Marty Gentius Host: Dave Ginsburg Listen Now 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 🎧 Episode Summary: This week, Dave is joined by Jill, Eric, and Marty to break down the latest in the Apple universe. The crew kicks off with updates to Vision OS 2.4.1 and what it means for Vision Pro users, especially those experiencing CarPlay issues. They explore the practical use of the new Mirror Vision app, which streams your iPhone camera to Vision Pro like a virtual peephole. They dive into the latest iOS updates—iOS 18.4.1 and the iOS 18.5 beta—emphasizing security, privacy, and Apple's evolving AI strategy. The team reflects on Apple's privacy-first approach compared to industry standards and what that might mean for the future of Apple Intelligence. Other hot topics include: The debut of a new MacBook Air Amazon Music playback bugs Nostalgic nods to vintage Apple products Changes in Apple's global market strategy Preview of the Macstock Conference and how to save on tickets with the "intouch50" promo code Apple's AI privacy stance iPhone 16E and Apple's market share surge Links and Other Iopics In Touch With Vision Pro this week.  Apple Releases visionOS 2.4.1 Apple Seeds Second Betas of visionOS 2.5, tvOS 18.5, and watchOS 11.5 Mirror Vision allows you to use your iPhone's camera and stream its feed to your Apple Vision Pro. Beta this week. iOS 18.5 Beta 2 was released this week and the hot iOS 18.4.1 update.  Apple Releases iOS 18.4.1 With Bug Fixes  Apple Releases Wireless CarPlay Fix Update Now: iOS 18.4.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 Address Actively Exploited Vulnerabilities Apple Releases tvOS 18.4.1 Apple Seeds Second Beta of iOS 18.5 to Developers Apple Seeds Second Betas of visionOS 2.5, tvOS 18.5, and watchOS 11.5 In Touch With Mac this week Jill bought an M4 MacBook Air Sky Blue she gave her review.  Apple Releases macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 With Bug Fixes  Apple Seeds Second Beta of macOS Sequoia 15.5 Here's How Apple is Working to Improve Apple Intelligence Worried About iPhone Privacy? Do This With Control Center iPhone 16e Helps Apple Take Q1 Top Spot in Global Smartphone Market - MacRumors Shout out to T-Mobile Customer service Dave's experience his mothers line over from another account,  Open Your Favorite Messages Chat Right From Your iPhone Lock Screen  Android 15 Says Goodbye to 16GB Phones News Apple TV+ Comedy 'Mythic Quest' Canceled An Apple Store in the UK is Permanently Closing Later This Year Apple Says These Products Are Now Vintage Beats Cables Now Available at Apple Stores Announcements Macstock 9 is here for 3 Days on July 11, 12, and 13th, 2025. We have an exclusive coupon code use INTOUCH50 at checkout and save $50..Click here to Register | Macstock Conference & Expo Book your room with a Macstock discount here. Location | Macstock Conference & Expo I hope to see you there! 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 Mastadon @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 as well as Twitter and Instagram as @jgamet  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 [email protected]  https://thepodtalk.net  About our Guest Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him by email at [email protected], on Mastodon at @[email protected], 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.