iOS 15 Siri Updates, Buying a Mac for Back to School, and iPad Pro Accessory Roundup

Show Notes

New features coming to Siri in iOS 15, tips on buying a Mac for back to school, we roundup the best iPad Pro accessories, and answer listener questions.

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Episode and Video Highlights

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News Links

• Apple seeds first public betas of iOS 15, iPadOS 15, tvOS 15, watchOS 8
• Apple supply chain readying for third quarter 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro release
• Apple may still be planning an AirPower style wireless charger
• 'Foundation' showrunner prepares audience for ambitious Apple TV+ series
• Doctor ignores default iOS parental controls, child racks up $1,800 in in-app purchases

MacBook Air Deals

• Today's Best M1 MacBook Air Deals
• 13-inch MacBook Air | Apple Education Store
• Refurbished Mac - MacBook Air

iPad Pro Accessory Roundup

• Anker launches new Thunderbolt 4 dock with 12 total ports
• Anker 8-in-1 USB-C Hub
• HyperDrive 6-in-1 USB-C Hub
• Thunderbolt 4 | Element Hub | CalDigit
• StayGo USB-C Hub
• Type-C Slim Multi-Port Adapter 4K
• HyperJuice GaN 100W USB-C Charger
• Satechi 100W USB-C GaN Charger
• Brydge iTrack Trackpad
• OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock
• Audio-Technica ATR2100x-USB
• Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (3rd Gen)
• Apple Magic Keyboard
• Logitech Combo Touch - iPad Pro and iPad Air Keyboard Case with Trackpad
• Review: The Keychron K2v2 is a good upgrade to an already near-perfect keyboard
• Brydge Air MAX+
• StudioDock™ by Kensington
• M1 iPad Pro 12.9 Case Roundup: Best Cases for Apple iPads
• Laptop Briefcase by Harber London
• nedrelow Magic Sleeve
• HoverBar Duo
• 2021 iPad Pro Cases | Pad & Quill
• Hands On: The Nomatic Navigator bags transport your tech with sleek style
• Banks Headphone Stand
• Wes’s new desk
• NEW Must Have M1 iPad Pro Accessories! - YouTube
• NEW M1 iPad Pro Desk Accessories! Dopest Desk Mat! - YouTube

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