We still cannot have in-person meetings at the library. So we will use Zoom.
Date: Monday February 24, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM ET You can join the Zoom meeting starting at 7:20.
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Agenda:
0 - Group chin-wag during log on 7:20 - 7:30
1 - News and Views - Members' new tech arrivals 7:30 - 7:40
2 - Safari on iOS Get the most from your mobile browser... with David Rhynas 7:40 - 8:40
Moderated viewing of Screencasts Online video
by Lee Garret. Most of these tips apply to macOS as well
3 - February Apple Product Announcements - group Discussion 8:40 - 9:00
iPhone SE 4, Powerbeats Pro 2,
MacBook Air, iPad Air, iPad 11
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0 - Group chin-wag during log on
Wally shared his excitement about the upcoming installation of fibre optic internet in his rural area, which would significantly improve his internet speed. Graham raised a concern about his Apple CarPlay not connecting after recent iOS upgrades, but others like Martin and LeRoy reported no issues. Ross guided Graham to the settings on his iPhone to locate and adjust CarPlay options. Gillian also faced a similar problem with her Dodge Grand Caravan not recognizing her iPhone. The team suggested restarting the device as a potential solution. Additionally, Wally and Graham suggested the need for software updates to the vehicle, which typically can only be done by authorized dealers.
1 - News and Views - Members' new tech arrivals
Graham mentioned his recent purchases of an iPad mini (Apple Silicon A17 Pro chip), Mac mini, and Apple Studio Display. The conversation then shifted to the availability of hearing aid features in AirPods Pro 2, with Graham expressing frustration about approval delays in Canada. Ross suggested that audiologists may be resisting over-the-counter non-prescription hearing aid technology due to potential business impacts. After the meeting, Graham provided a formal update from CASLPO (College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario). They are generally ok with it and pointed back to the provincial regulator. You can view a recent communication at https://caslpo.com/sites/default/uploads/files/PA_EN_nonprescribed_hearing_aids.pdf
The group also briefly touched on Apple's recent announcement of a $500 billion (!) investment in the United States over the next four years. It will focus on artificial intelligence, server farms, silicon engineering, and 20,000 new jobs across the country.
2 - Safari on iOS Get the most from your mobile browser - with David Rhynas
Moderated viewing of Screencasts Online video by Lee Garret
David shared a video tutorial on how to effectively use Safari on iOS devices. We all know how to do a basic search, but there is much more capability here. The tutorial covered various features and settings, including long pressing on icons for additional controls, utilizing the reader view for better content consumption, and the built-in translation feature. The presenter also shared a way to adjust font size and page colors in the reader view. Participants were encouraged to try out these features during the meeting, with questions and comments along the way. You can view a list of the topics covered in the first attachment below. For copyright reasons we cannot make the video a part of our permanent meeting record.
3 - February Apple Product Announcements - Group Discussion
David introduced a brief discussion about Apple's recent product announcement of the iPhone 16e, a less expensive version of the iPhone 16 with some trade-offs in features, particularly in camera capabilities. It uses the new C1, Apple's in-house developed cellular modem. There had been expectation that a new model of the iPhone SE, the current lowest cost version, would be announced. It appears now that the 16e is replacing the SE and there is some controversy that Apple is no longer attempting to compete in the lower priced phone market. You can view the product release video at https://www.apple.com/ca/iphone-16e/. A chart comparison of the 16 Pro, 16 and 16e is in the second attachment below.
The group also discussed other recent Apple product announcements and rumors, including the Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds and potential updates to iPads and MacBooks. The meeting concluded with members sharing a few personal experiences and discussing the format of this evening's presentation, which was well-received.