iOS 818: Ready, Set, iPhone Upgrade - Make Your Next Device Swap Flawless
Summary
Hosts Micah Sargent and Rosemary Orchard guide listeners through preparing for an upcoming iPhone upgrade, covering purchase options like Apple Upgrade and carrier plans. They emphasize the critical importance of creating encrypted local backups using tools like iMazing to preserve data such as passwords and health records. The episode also details post-transfer verification steps, including checking eSIM connectivity and Apple Pay functionality, before erasing the old device. Additionally, Rosemary demonstrates a Shortcuts workflow for automating photo sharing and deletion, while the hosts…
Topics discussed
Intro and OutSystems sponsorship
Episode 818 introduction and upgrade theme
Apple Upgrade program and leasing details
Purchase options: outright, Apple Card, carriers
Trading in devices and in-store transfer tips
Pre-transfer app checks and battery prep
Encrypted local backups with iMazing
iCloud backup storage and verification
Backing up multiple devices and Windows support
eSIM transfer and carrier troubleshooting
eSIM reliability and personal experiences
Post-transfer verification and trade-in prep
Checking photos, health data, and Apple Watch
Verifying Apple Pay and payment methods
Properly erasing old iPhone and syncing
Storage choices and foldable iPhone rumors
Return policies and iOS 27 update outlook
NetSuite sponsorship
News: Apple event and iOS 27 beta updates
Shortcuts Corner: Share sheet photo automation
App Caps: Subway Surfers crossover
Progressive and Gatorade sponsorships
App Caps: Anchor laptop power bank review
Outro, social links, and McDonald's ad
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