Unboxing $99 iPhone Air MagSafe Battery: Hands On & Compatibility Brian Minor 2026-09-17 | Unboxing $99 iPhone Air MagSafe Battery: Hands On & Compatibility
watchOS 27 Beta 7: Everything New & How To Close Apps Brian Minor 2026-08-25 | ⌚️ Check Out my Apps: brianminor.com/apps🛍️ The Watch Band: https://collabs.shop/pxxv50Apple has released watchOS 27 developer beta 7 and public beta 5, and at only 312MB (build 24R5358A) this is another small release — but there's still plenty worth going over. In this watchOS 27 beta 7 review I test the new Siri AI on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and the delay is still the biggest problem: Siri takes several seconds just to appear, the on-device step count request still fails, and the Siri AI toggle that used to let you switch back has quietly been removed from Settings. I'll show you the workaround to get Classic Siri back on your Apple Watch, and go over what Apple actually promised about Siri AI launching in beta later this year versus what people are expecting at release.0:00 watchOS 27 Beta 7 Is Here0:16 Build Number & Download Size1:02 Siri AI Is Still Struggling2:49 The Siri AI Toggle Is Gone3:35 How To Get Classic Siri Back3:50 What Apple Actually Promised About Siri4:58 The App Grid & Missing Quick App Switcher5:30 How To Force Close An App6:02 Turning Off Background App Refresh6:47 Using Siri To Open Apps8:21 Workout Buddy Without Your iPhone9:16 The New Unified Find My App10:16 The 4AM Sleep Mode Screen Bug11:54 Battery Life & Battery Health13:32 Final Thoughts===================================================🎥 YouTube Gear: brianminor.com/links/youtube-gear💻 Office Setup: brianminor.com/links/officeFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
Apple Watch Bands That Outlast the Watch Itself Brian Minor 2026-08-21 | 🦶Step Count App - apps.apple.com/us/app/stridepal-step-counter/id6760667243If you're looking for the best Apple Watch bands for the Apple Watch Ultra 3 or Series 11, this video breaks down the bands I actually wear every single day — not just the ones that look good in a photo. I start with the Nomad Stratos, a bendable titanium metal band with an FKM rubber underside and a magnetic buckle, and I show you exactly how to size it using the included half links and link removal tool. From there we cover the Nomad Rocky Point sport band for workouts and swimming, the Apple Trail Loop and Braided Solo Loop for sleep tracking with the Apple Watch, and the Horween leather bands from Form Function Form for the days you don't want to look like you're heading to the gym. I also compare pricing across all of them, from the $179 titanium band down to a genuine Apple Braided Solo Loop for about $35 on eBay.Nomad Stratos Band - https://collabs.shop/iuixvkNomad Rocky Point Band - https://collabs.shop/qta2brApple Trail Loop - apple.com/shop/product/mft44am/a/49mm-green-neon-trail-loop-s-m-natural-titanium-finishApple Braided Solo Loop - apple.com/shop/product/mfl84am/a/46mm-turmeric-braided-solo-loop-size-0Braided Solo Loop deals on eBay - ebay.us/B8CVqAForm Function Form FF Fit Universal Band - https://collabs.shop/raiaqgForm Function Form Button Stud Band - https://collabs.shop/co85e8Sleep Tracking Tips - youtu.be/8nBnq-QsRpw0:00 Top 5 Apple Watch Bands0:06 Nomad Stratos: titanium over FKM rubber3:27 Nomad Rocky Point for workouts and swimming5:40 Putting your step count on your watch face6:45 Best bands for sleep tracking8:52 Form Function Form leather bands10:51 The button stud band13:27 Getting these bands cheaper on eBay14:51 Final thoughts#applewatchbands #applewatch===================================================🎥 YouTube Gear: brianminor.com/links/youtube-gear💻 Office Setup: brianminor.com/links/officeFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
watchOS 27 Beta 6 - Everything New Brian Minor 2026-08-18 | ⌚️ WristMate App: apps.apple.com/us/app/wristmate/id6775219714⌚️ My Watch Band - https://collabs.shop/iuixvkApple has released watchOS 27 Developer Beta 6 (build 24R5353A), and with the public beta expected to follow shortly behind, this hands-on walkthrough covers everything that's actually changed on the Apple Watch. At only 512MB, this is a smaller point update than the jump from beta 4 to beta 5, but there's still plenty worth testing. I dig into the new on-device Siri experience, the Dynamic Grid app launcher that replaced the old quick app switcher, real-world battery life after 19 hours on the wrist including overnight sleep tracking, and battery health after another beta install.0:00 watchOS 27 Beta 6 Is Here0:13 Build Number & About Screen0:48 Siri and the Dynamic Grid1:28 Testing Siri Timers2:42 Siri Reads My Latest Email3:34 "Anything Interesting in My Mail?"4:40 Sending Email by Voice: Watch vs iPhone5:27 Siri & Search Still Optimizing5:43 Sponsor: Wristmate7:27 Siri Step Count Still Not Working8:51 Battery Life & Battery Health9:30 Beta Timing & No New Watch Faces10:32 App Switcher and Walkie-Talkie Are Gone11:28 Performance, Smart Stacks & Apple Pay12:45 Final Thoughts===================================================🎥 YouTube Gear: brianminor.com/links/youtube-gear💻 Office Setup: brianminor.com/links/officeFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
I Found an iPhone Setting Ive Never Seen Before in 10 Years Brian Minor 2026-08-14 | 🦶 Step Counting App - apps.apple.com/us/app/stridepal-step-counter/id6760667243Your iPhone has been quietly keeping a list of every place you've been, complete with dates — and it's buried five menus deep behind Face ID. In this video I walk through that setting and a bunch of other hidden iPhone settings Apple doesn't put front and center. We cover Per-App Settings in Accessibility (change font size, bold text, and transparency for just one app), Smart Invert to force a dark mode experience in apps like Amazon that don't support it, Adaptive Power and why it's now on by default on the iPhone 17 lineup, call screening and silencing unknown callers to stop spam calls for good, and filtering unknown senders in Messages so spam texts land in their own list.We also get into keyboard haptics in Sound & Haptics, Haptic Touch speed to make your iPhone feel faster, Camera Preserve Settings so your camera stops resetting to photo mode, Liquid Glass controls in iOS 26 and the new slider in iOS 27, the Music app EQ for more bass and clearer vocals, built-in Background Sounds like rain and airplane noise for focus and sleep, and finally Significant Locations & Routes — how to see your iPhone's location history, clear it, and turn it off. Whether you're on an iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 16, or the new iPhone 17, these iOS tips and hidden iPhone settings are worth checking today.===================================================🎥 YouTube Gear: brianminor.com/links/youtube-gear💻 Office Setup: brianminor.com/links/officeFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
watchOS 27 Beta 5: Does Apple Think Its Finished? Brian Minor 2026-08-11 | 🦶 Step Counting App - apps.apple.com/us/app/stridepal-step-counter/id6760667243⌚️ My Watch Band - https://collabs.shop/iuixvkApple released watchOS 27 Developer Beta 5 after three weeks, and the strangest thing in it isn't a feature - it's the build number: 24R5347A.Full hands-on with watchOS 27 beta 5 on the Apple Watch Ultra 3: what's new, the new Siri icon and whether Siri is actually faster, the timer fix, the step count bug, the email tests, battery life and battery health after five betas, and whether you should install it on your main watch.Last build was an H. This one is an A — and if you know how Apple's beta build numbers work, that's a huge jump toward release. After 12 hours with it, I don't think this build is anywhere near finished. Here's everything I found.0:00 Beta 5 is finally here0:23 The build number nobody expected1:52 New Siri icon - is Siri actually faster?2:21 Timer test (and the shortcut most people miss)3:42 Siri still can't tell me my step count4:23 The weird Apple Music privacy screen5:17 How I get step counts on my wrist anyway6:34 Asking Siri about my email7:25 Can Siri send an email yet?8:52 Should you install Beta 5?9:22 Still missing: quick switching + Walkie-Talkie10:10 When new watch faces are actually coming10:33 Battery life + battery health after 5 betas11:40 Speed test: apps, complications, Control Center12:40 Apple Pay is still doing this13:09 Verdict: H to A? Not even closeSubscribe for the latest on everything Apple Watch#AppleWatch #watchOS27 #AppleWatchUltra3===================================================🎥 YouTube Gear: brianminor.com/links/youtube-gear💻 Office Setup: brianminor.com/links/officeFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
Do You Sleep Track With Your Apple Watch? Brian Minor 2026-08-07 | How to set up sleep tracking on the Apple Watch — and the settings I'd change to make itactually worth wearing. Sleep schedule, Wind Down, the new sleep score, the best bands tosleep in, and a theater mode trick almost nobody uses.Apple has been quietly improving Apple Watch sleep tracking for years, and the sleep scoresystem just changed again. In this video I walk through the full setup in the Health app,show you how to edit everything faster from the Clock app, break down exactly how the sleepscore is calculated (50 points duration, 30 bedtime consistency, 20 interruptions), and gothrough the changes I've made to my own settings — including the notification I turned offfor my own sanity.⌚ Bands I recommend for sleepingBraided Solo Loop - ebay.us/DwGVyjTrail Loop - ebay.us/WjfaKCBoth run about $100, and both turn up much cheaper secondhand.CHAPTERS00:00 Intro00:15 Setting up sleep tracking in the Health app01:10 Wind Down, sleep goal, and reminders02:05 Editing your schedule from the Clock app02:36 Alarms and snooze duration03:15 How the new sleep score is calculated04:17 Get a band you can actually sleep in06:21 What counts as a good sleep score06:55 Why a low score can make you feel worse07:47 Turning off sleep score notifications08:05 Two Apple Watches, one alarm problem08:52 Charging reminders and which alerts I keep09:40 All the sleep settings on the watch itself10:53 Theater mode and the red flashlight12:32 Your turnSLEEP SCORE RANGESVery Low — 0 to 40Low — 41 to 60OK — 61 to 80High — 81 to 95Very High — 96 to 100📺 Mentioned in this videoSending my Apple Watch back to Apple to downgrade watchOS → youtu.be/ofpBtwYl7KEAre you sleep tracking with your Apple Watch? Got a tip I missed, or are you using adifferent device? Let me know in the comments.Thanks so much for watching. God bless.#AppleWatch #SleepTracking #watchOS===================================================🎥 YouTube Gear: brianminor.com/links/youtube-gear💻 Office Setup: brianminor.com/links/officeFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
Do NOT Buy an Apple Watch Right Now (Series 12 & Ultra 4) Brian Minor 2026-07-31 | Apple's Series 12 and Ultra 4 are about seven weeks out - and if you're shopping for an Apple Watch right now, this is the worst possible moment to buy one. Here's what Gurman is reporting, what watchOS 27 just told us about Apple's chip plans, and why I think waiting is the smarter money.No redesign. No Touch ID. A faster chip and some health software. On paper that's the most boring Apple Watch update in years - so why am I telling you to hold off instead of grabbing one of the deals happening right now? Because of what Apple just did to the watchOS 27 support list, and what that tells you about how long the watch you buy today is actually going to last.Everything about the Series 12 and Ultra 4 in this video is rumor, primarily from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg. Nothing is confirmed and Apple hasn't announced anything. Accurate as of late July 2026 — I'll have the real buy-or-skip breakdown after the September event.Chapters below. Are you waiting or buying now? Tell me in the comments - I read all of them.0:00 The most boring Apple Watch in years0:30 What we actually know (almost nothing)0:57 Touch ID is probably dead1:26 Why this new chip matters1:41 watchOS 27 is dropping a LOT of watches2:14 Apple is betting everything on Siri2:47 Siri on the beta right now is rough4:11 The sensor band and blood glucose rumors5:09 Wait, because prices are about to drop5:46 No new Apple Watch SE this year6:04 How long will these chips last?7:26 If you upgrade every year (like me)7:41 Ultra 3 and Series 11 owners8:18 Why next year is the real watch year8:58 If you need one right now, here's what to buy9:27 What Apple might surprise us with10:00 Your turn#AppleWatch #AppleWatchSeries12 #AppleWatchUltra4===================================================🎥 YouTube Gear: brianminor.com/links/youtube-gear💻 Office Setup: brianminor.com/links/officeFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
Apples Smart Glasses Are Coming. I Had Eye Surgery for Mine. Brian Minor 2026-07-28 | Apple's smart glasses reportedly have a date — WWDC 2027 — and I've been wearing Meta's Ray-Bans every single day for the past year. So here's the honest version: what living with smart glasses is actually like, what I hope Apple fixes, and the ridiculous thing I did because of them.Yes, I got LASIK. Partly because of smart glasses. I explain.What's in here: why I almost never use the camera (it's not the reason you'd think), the one feature that actually sold me, why Meta's app drives me up the wall, why I physically switch these off at home, and the question I get asked every single time someone notices I'm wearing them.A note on the rumors: everything about Apple's glasses here comes from Mark Gurman's reporting at Bloomberg (Power On, July 26, 2026) plus earlier reports linked below. Nothing is confirmed. Apple hasn't announced a product, a price, or a date.One correction to something I say in the video: I guess Apple will land around $500 or higher. Bloomberg has actually reported they're targeting the $200–$500 range in the US. I'd love to be wrong in that direction.Would you trust Apple with a camera on your face all day? And should I take these to Disney and film the whole trip? Both questions are real — tell me in the comments.📄 SOURCESGurman / Bloomberg Power On: bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2026-07-26/apple-glasses-may-debut-at-wwdc-2027-privacy-camera-features-versus-meta-ms1v7ltaMacRumors: macrumors.com/2026/07/26/apple-smart-glasses-wwdc-2027-report9to5Mac: 9to5mac.com/2026/07/26/apples-ai-glasses-to-be-unveiled-at-wwdc27-report⏱️ CHAPTERS BELOW00:00 My ridiculous secret00:10 Apple's smart glasses finally have a date00:55 What we know: speakers, no screen, maybe no camera01:57 Sensor vs. camera vs. the recording light02:50 Why I almost never use the camera03:36 Should Apple ship them without a camera?04:04 The LASIK confession06:52 The one feature that sold me: speakers07:29 Meta's AI and app are rough08:50 The app that opens itself09:24 Why I switch them off at home10:41 The thing nobody mentions: shadows11:45 What will Apple charge?12:43 "Are you recording right now?"13:47 Glasses-gate is coming15:30 Cameras, speakers, AI, trust — my verdict#AppleGlasses #SmartGlasses #RayBanMeta===================================================🎥 YouTube Gear: brianminor.com/links/youtube-gear💻 Office Setup: brianminor.com/links/officeFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
Apples Worst Apple Watch Nightmare Isnt Over Brian Minor 2026-07-23 | 🩸 Blood Oxygen App: apps.apple.com/us/app/o-buddy-blood-oxygen/id6751239297Apple just lost a major patent fight. A federal judge upheld a $634 million jury verdict after ruling that the Apple Watch qualifies as a "patent monitor" — the exact term Apple argued should only apply to hospital-grade medical equipment. In this video I break down the full Apple vs. Masimo timeline, from the original 2020 trade-secrets lawsuit and the 2023 International Trade Commission import ban, to the December 2023 sales pause on the Series 9 and Ultra 2, Apple's clever August 2025 workaround that moved blood oxygen processing to the iPhone, and the November 2025 jury verdict over heart rate monitoring. Judge Selna denied both of Apple's motions — one to overturn the verdict and one for a new trial — so Apple is now headed to the Federal Circuit on appeal.00:00:00 Apple Loses in Court00:00:43 How the Masimo Fight Started (2020)00:01:08 The 2023 ITC Import Ban00:01:57 Watches Sold Without the Sensor00:02:23 Apple's Genius Workaround00:03:06 The $634 Million Verdict00:03:46 What It Means for Your Watch Today00:04:06 O2 Buddy App Demo00:06:32 What "Patent Monitor" Really Means00:07:14 How Apple's Marketing Backfired00:10:20 Apple's Statement & Appeal00:11:18 When Blood Oxygen Comes Back#applewatch #bloodoxygen #applelawsuit===================================================🎥 YouTube Gear: brianminor.com/links/youtube-gear💻 Office Setup: brianminor.com/links/officeFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
watchOS 27 Developer Beta 4 - Whats New! Brian Minor 2026-07-21 | Apple has released WatchOS 27 Developer Beta 4 for Apple Watch, and with the public beta 2 likely right around the corner, I'm walking through everything new, improved, and still buggy in this build. In this hands-on WatchOS 27 beta 4 review on the Apple Watch Ultra 3, I cover the standout upgrade this time: Workout Buddy is now independent and finally works without your iPhone nearby. I take it on a real walk to test how the audio prompts and workout tracking hold up when the watch is on its own, plus whether a cellular plan is actually required.00:00:00 Intro: WatchOS 27 Developer Beta 400:00:13 The crown button bug that drives me crazy00:00:45 Build number & how close to release00:01:26 Battery life first impressions00:01:53 Should you install the beta?00:02:17 Downgrade process update00:02:50 Workout Buddy now works without your phone00:04:32 The new Siri: first look00:06:49 Testing Siri with no phone (airplane mode)00:08:36 The missing app switcher & closing apps00:10:03 Battery health check (Ultra 3)00:10:45 Timer bug tested live00:12:42 Final verdict & recommendation===================================================🎥 YouTube Gear: brianminor.com/links/youtube-gear💻 Office Setup: brianminor.com/links/officeFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
Getting OFF the watchOS 27 Beta Was a Nightmare - Heres How Brian Minor 2026-07-17 | Installed the WatchOS 27 beta on your Apple Watch and instantly regretted it? You're not alone. In this video I walk through exactly how to downgrade your Apple Watch from the WatchOS 27 beta back to WatchOS 26 — and I'll be upfront, the process was way harder than it's been in years past. What I expected to be a quick 20-minute support chat turned into a nearly two-hour ordeal with Apple Support, and I'm taking you along for the entire ride. If you've tried unpairing, erasing, and resetting your watch hoping to roll back the beta, I'll show you why none of that actually works and what you really have to do instead.0:00 Intro: This Video Took a Turn0:49 You Can't Downgrade on the Watch Itself1:07 Setting Up the Apple Support App2:02 Why Unpair & Erase Myths Don't Work2:27 Starting the Support Chat3:43 A Real Agent Finally Connects4:00 Explaining My Battery & Performance Issues4:47 Handing Over the Serial Number6:07 "Do You Have a Mac?"6:32 Troubleshooting Steps That Go Nowhere7:23 The Real Answer: You Have to Ship It In11:13 Pushing Back as a Longtime Developer14:59 Testing the Public Beta Myself16:59 The Result: Apple Is Sending a Box===================================================🎥 YouTube Gear: brianminor.com/links/youtube-gear💻 Office Setup: brianminor.com/links/officeFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
Apple Buried Siris New Voice Engine in iOS 27 Beta 3 Brian Minor 2026-07-08 | Apple just enabled the new Siri Expressive Voice Preview in the iOS 27 Developer Beta 3, and in this video I walk through the entire feature step by step. Powered by a new on-device model that Apple first teased at WWDC, this preview lets you adjust Siri's pace and expression to completely change how your iPhone assistant sounds. I show you exactly where to find it in the Settings app, then turn it on and test the built-in examples — including messages, timers, directions, fun facts, and recipes — across the male and female voices.From normal pace to super-slow, and from a flat robotic tone all the way up to a super hyper-energetic delivery, you'll hear how much control iOS 27 gives you over Siri's personality. Whether you're an iPhone power user following every iOS 27 beta or just curious how the future of Siri sounds, this is a first look at one of the most interesting voice updates Apple has shipped. Let me know in the comments which voice and pacing combo was your favorite, and don't forget to subscribe for more iOS 27, watchOS 27, and macOS 27 coverage.0:00 – Siri Expressive Voice Preview in iOS 27 Beta 30:08 – How to Turn It On in Settings0:20 – What the New On-Device Model Does0:43 – Normal Pace Demo0:57 – Speeding Up the Pace1:10 – Super Slow Pacing1:15 – Testing the Male Voice2:26 – Testing the Female Voice2:55 – Turning Up the Expressiveness3:12 – Mixing Pace and Expression4:48 – The Setting I'm Keeping5:04 – Robotic vs. Hyper-Energetic Recap5:28 – Which Voice Is Your Favorite?5:29 – watchOS Siri & Wrap-Up#ios27 #iOS #siri ===================================================🎥 YouTube Gear: brianminor.com/links/youtube-gear💻 Office Setup: brianminor.com/links/officeFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
watchOS 27 Beta 3: Hand On New Siri! Brian Minor 2026-07-07 | watchOS 27 Developer Beta 3 is here, and it finally brings the new, more conversational Siri to the Apple Watch. In this hands-on walkthrough I put the new Apple Watch Siri through its paces - testing email search, screen and context awareness, hands-free message replies, health and step data, live weather follow-ups, and real-time web knowledge like WWDC 2026 news and this weekend's fireworks. I also cover what Siri still can't do on the watch (like opening emails or drafting new ones), how slow responses can be on device, and how to actually set up the new Siri through the Settings app.00:00:00 New Siri Arrives in watchOS 27 Beta 300:00:13 Checking the Build Number00:00:42 Activating the New Siri00:01:35 Can Siri Find Your Emails?00:03:31 Siri Reads Your Email Details00:04:16 Screen Awareness & Hands-Free Replies00:05:47 Testing Siri's Web Knowledge (WWDC & Fireworks)00:08:00 Context Awareness & Weather Follow-Ups00:09:18 Health & Step Data00:10:43 Trying to Write an Email (It Struggles)00:11:53 How to Set Up the New Siri00:13:00 Animation & UI Changes00:14:18 Battery Life & Battery Health00:15:21 Public Beta & Downgrade Warnings00:17:28 Final Thoughts & Your Siri Requests#watchOS #watchos27 #siriai ===================================================🎥 YouTube Gear: brianminor.com/links/youtube-gear💻 Office Setup: brianminor.com/links/officeFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
Apple Watch Ultra Titanium Link Band: The Upgrade You Cant Ignore! Brian Minor 2026-07-04 | 🔗 Buy The Band: bit.ly/3TgBChN🔗 Also On Amazon: amzn.to/4p2M3l8The aulumu C01 titanium band might be the most unique Apple Watch Ultra band I've ever put on my wrist. In this video, I compare the aulumu C01 head to head against Apple's Titanium Milanese Loop — both $199 titanium Apple Watch bands — to see which one deserves a spot on your Apple Watch Ultra 3. After a full month of daily wear, I cover the DLC (diamond-like carbon) coating and scratch resistance, the aerospace-grade titanium build, the N52 magnetic clasp with locking buttons, pin-link sizing, color matching with natural titanium, comfort, sleep tracking, and arm hair issues with Milanese-style mesh bands.Whether you're looking for the best titanium band for Apple Watch Ultra, a link band alternative to the Milanese Loop, or a way to dress up your Ultra so it doesn't look like a sports watch, this honest review covers the good and what you should know before you buy. The C01 fits all Apple Watch Ultra models plus 46mm, 45mm, and 44mm Series cases, and comes in natural and black titanium.0:00 Intro — A Titanium Band Worth Talking About0:50 The Unique Link Design1:33 DLC Coating & Scratch Resistance After a Month1:59 The Downside: Sizing With the Pin System2:58 Head to Head: C01 vs Apple's Milanese Loop ($199 Each)3:33 Putting On Apple's Milanese Loop (The Struggle)4:35 Color Matching on the Ultra4:58 The Arm Hair Question5:58 Putting On the aulumu C016:41 N52 Magnets & Locking Buttons7:53 Aerospace-Grade Titanium & Sleep Tracking8:21 Compatibility & Wrist Sizes8:57 Who Is This Band For?9:57 Final Thoughts===================================================🎥 YouTube Gear: brianminor.com/links/youtube-gear💻 Office Setup: brianminor.com/links/officeFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
12 Apple Watch Settings Apple Buried Brian Minor 2026-06-28 | ⌚️ Apple Watch Band - https://collabs.shop/iuixvkWant to get more out of your Apple Watch? In this video we walk through 12 essential Apple Watch settings, tips, and tricks that help your watch run cleaner, last longer on battery, and feel more like yours. You'll learn how to turn off automatic app install, manage music and photo syncing, boost your haptics so you never miss a message, and shut down the live activity and media notifications that clutter your Smart Stack. We also cover background app refresh to save battery, when to turn off cellular, and how to set up fall detection - a feature that can genuinely save your life.On top of that, we dig into the newer WatchOS sound customization options, how to personalize your Control Center, extending your screen wake duration, and why Carrot Weather is the best weather app for Apple Watch. Whether you have an Apple Watch Series, SE, or Ultra, these Apple Watch settings and customization tips will help you optimize battery life, reduce clutter, and unlock features you didn't know existed. Watch to the end for the best tips, and don't forget to like and subscribe for more Apple Watch tutorials.00:00:00 Intro00:00:18 Turn Off Automatic App Install00:01:29 Stop Auto-Downloading Music00:02:29 Control Photo Syncing00:03:53 Strengthen Your Haptics00:05:00 Disable Media Auto-Launch in Smart Stack00:07:20 Background App Refresh for Battery00:09:08 Turn Off Cellular When Unused00:09:52 Enable Fall Detection (SOS)00:11:07 Customize Sounds & Text Tones00:12:20 Personalize the Control Center00:14:29 Extend Screen Wake Duration00:15:33 Carrot Weather: Best Weather App00:17:23 Outro#AppleWatch #AppleWatchTips #WatchOS===================================================🎥 YouTube Gear: brianminor.com/links/youtube-gear💻 Office Setup: brianminor.com/links/officeFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
watchOS 27 Beta 2 is Out! - Whats New! Brian Minor 2026-06-24 | ⌚️ Wristmate: apps.apple.com/us/app/wristmate/6775219714🦶 StridePal: apps.apple.com/us/app/stridepal-step-counter/id6760667243watchOS 27 Beta 2 is here, and this hands-on walkthrough covers everything that changed on the Apple Watch since Beta 1. We dig into the redefined Liquid Glass design, the new dynamic grid app layout, and the removal of the app switcher — including how to actually close background apps now that double-tap is gone. You'll also see why Apple removed Walkie Talkie, the updated notification mute controls, and the new single-tap to open items in the Smart Stack.On the fitness side, Workout Buddy now works even when your Apple Watch isn't connected to your iPhone, with new pace, distance, and duration insights plus Spanish language support. We test the improved step count accuracy across the Fitness and Health apps, check out the combined Find My app, and show off the fixed Apple Pay animation and custom Wallet passes. We also cover music updates, watch faces, the still-old Siri, and the big news: Apple is dropping support for the Ultra 1, Series 8, and SE 2 and older. Let me know in the comments which change matters most to you, and don't forget to subscribe for more Apple Watch coverage.0:00 Intro — watchOS 27 Beta 2 Released0:08 Not Available on Ultra 3 Yet1:28 Liquid Glass & Dynamic Grid1:59 No More App Switcher3:25 How to Close Apps Now4:16 Walkie Talkie Removed5:01 New Notification Mute Options5:45 Single Tap to Open Items8:17 Workout Buddy Without Your iPhone10:01 Improved Step Count Accuracy12:02 Find My App Combined Into One12:53 Apple Pay Fix & Wallet Passes13:58 Music & Watch Faces14:33 Dropping Support for Older Watches15:41 Final Thoughts===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLights:Key Light: Amaran Verge Max LED Video - geni.us/ucYERFill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYBack Light Amaran 60ds - geni.us/xQyQC1Godox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitors: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/dBXyy8iPad: geni.us/KAjxAiYSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
Apple Rejected My 99¢ Apple Watch App Twice Brian Minor 2026-06-20 | ⌚️ Wristmate: apps.apple.com/us/app/wristmate/6775219714🩸 O2 Buddy: apps.apple.com/us/app/o-buddy-blood-oxygen/id6751239297🦶 StridePal: apps.apple.com/us/app/stridepal-step-counter/id6760667243Wristmate is a 0.99 iPhone and Apple Watch app that finally lets you turn your own photos into custom watch face complications - including rotating photo sets, borders, zoom, and crop controls. In this full walkthrough I show you how to build a complication set, sync your photos to the Apple Watch, and tap a complication to instantly launch an action. Whether you're on an Apple Watch Ultra or a Series watch, Wristmate works on circular, rectangular, and square complications so you can personalize your watch face exactly the way you want.Beyond photo complications, Wristmate packs a set of handy Apple Watch shortcuts: start a workout, send or call a contact, set quick reminders and notes, search Maps, flip a coin, roll a dice, and the fun magic-8-ball-style "Ask the Orb." I also cover Apple's limitations, fast photo syncing, a live bug fix, and the story of getting the app approved after two rejections. If you're into Apple Watch customization, complications, watch face tips, and affordable indie apps, this one's for you.00:00 Photo Complications on Apple Watch00:36 Inside the WristMate App (Only 99¢)01:29 Creating a Complication Set02:25 Adding & Editing Your Photos03:24 Rotation & Border Options03:57 Adding the Complication to Your Watch Face05:37 Shortcuts Overview06:13 Start a Workout in One Tap06:55 Message, Call & Maps Contacts07:59 What Apple Lets the App Do08:18 Syncing Photos Faster09:23 Reminders & Notes10:37 The Fun Ones: Coin Flip, Dice & Ask the Orb13:19 Square & Rectangular Complications (+ a Live Bug)17:10 My Other Apps & App Store Story#applewatch #watchapp #complications ===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLights:Key Light: Amaran Verge Max LED Video - geni.us/ucYERFill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYBack Light Amaran 60ds - geni.us/xQyQC1Godox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitors: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/dBXyy8iPad: geni.us/KAjxAiYSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
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Apple Just Killed Your Apple Watch (For No Reason) Brian Minor 2026-06-10 | ⌚️ Wristmate app - apps.apple.com/us/app/wristmate/id6775219714Apple just announced watchOS 27 at WWDC, and it quietly drops support for a huge chunk of the Apple Watch lineup - including the Series 6, Series 7, Series 8, the beloved Apple Watch Ultra 1, and the SE 2. In this video I break down exactly which Apple Watch models are losing support, why Apple appears to be drawing the line at the four-core neural engine, and how the chips inside the Series 8, Series 9, Series 10, Series 11, Ultra 2, and Ultra 3 factor into the decision. We also dig into the Series 9 and Ultra 2 confusion, whether the new on-device Siri really needs this hardware, and why so much of watchOS 27 is really just performance improvements that any watch on watchOS 26 could use.If you own an affected Apple Watch, don't panic - your device will keep running watchOS 26 and stay perfectly usable for years. But if you want the latest release, now is the time to speak up. Apple has changed its mind during betas before, and I'll show you the best ways to send feedback before the September release. I also share a quick look at the new launcher and single-tap feature, plus a serious warning about why you should NOT install the developer beta on your main watch. Drop a comment with your thoughts - should Apple bring these watches back?00:00 Apple Killed Half the Apple Watch Lineup00:15 Which Watches Are Getting Dropped00:35 Why Dropping the Ultra 1 Is Crazy01:27 The Chips Explained: Chip 102:06 Chip 2 - A Big Leap02:45 Chip 3 & the Series 1003:47 Why It All Matters: Same Chip04:23 The Series 9 & Ultra 2 Confusion05:11 It's Really Just Performance Gains05:49 So Why Is Apple Doing This?06:47 How to Push Back to Apple07:56 A Look at the New Features08:39 Don't Install the Beta09:21 Why This Move Is So Strange10:05 Final Thoughts#watchos27 #applewatch #wwdc26 ===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLights:Key Light: Amaran Verge Max LED Video - geni.us/ucYERFill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYBack Light Amaran 60ds - geni.us/xQyQC1Godox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitors: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/dBXyy8iPad: geni.us/KAjxAiYSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
iPadOS 27 Siri: Still Not Ready Brian Minor 2026-06-09 | Moft Dynamic Folio: https://dada.link/jWfqcoDiscount Code (10% off): BM10Apple just announced iPadOS 27 at WWDC, and I installed Beta 1 the moment it dropped to test everything firsthand. In this iPadOS 27 hands-on, I walk through the brand-new Siri powered by Apple Intelligence, the redesigned Liquid Glass appearance controls, and the major performance improvements Apple is promising - including apps launching up to 30% faster, AirDrop up to 80% faster, photos loading 70% faster, and external drive transfers up to 5x faster. We also dig into the new AI photo editing tools like extend background and reframe, the upgraded Image Playground with portrait, landscape, and photorealistic styles, and AI-generated wallpapers built right into iPadOS.But it's not all good news. The new Siri is smarter and finally context-aware - it remembers your last question, comments on your drawings, and pulls live info like movie showtimes and weather — yet it still can't save a real memory base the way ChatGPT or Claude can, which limits how useful Apple Intelligence really is today. I share my honest take on Apple's privacy-first approach, the screen time and family safety updates, and whether this "Snow Leopard"-style update lives up to the hype. If you want real, unfiltered iPadOS 27 coverage throughout the summer beta, this is your channel. @moftus ===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLights:Key Light: Amaran Verge Max LED Video - geni.us/ucYERFill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYBack Light Amaran 60ds - geni.us/xQyQC1Godox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitors: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/dBXyy8iPad: geni.us/KAjxAiYSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.#ipadOS27 #createanywhere #moft
watchOS 27 Hands-On: Siri, Grid & Everything New... Brian Minor 2026-06-08 | Wristmate app - apps.apple.com/us/app/wristmate/id6775219714Ultra Band - https://collabs.shop/iuixvkSeries Leather Band - https://collabs.shop/llhxtqWatch OS 27 is here, and in this video I install the first beta on my Apple Watch Ultra and walk through everything new — and everything that's not new — as I see it for the very first time. We take a look at the redesigned grid system and new App View, where Apple now surfaces a curated set of apps before your classic grid view, plus whether you can actually edit it (spoiler: it's complicated). I also dig into Control Center, notifications, the new Liquid Glass design language and transparency settings, and test whether the long-awaited smarter Siri has finally made it to the Apple Watch.If you've been hearing that watchOS 27 is a "Snow Leopard" style release focused on fixing and refining rather than adding flashy features, this hands-on first look will help you decide whether it's worth installing. I cover the hunt for new watch faces, the rumored modular Ultra face possibly coming to the Series watches, screen size limitations on the 42mm and 46mm models, Apple's stock apps (Weather, Workouts, Vitals, Blood Oxygen, Sleep), and the live grid view that slowly learns your most-used apps. I also show off my brand-new Apple Watch app, Wristmate. Whether you have an Apple Watch Ultra, Ultra 2, or a Series watch, this watchOS 27 beta breakdown covers the real-world experience, the bugs, and what to expect before the final release with the new watches this fall.0:00 Installing watchOS 27 on the Ultra1:04 The New Grid & App View System3:41 Control Center & Notifications4:20 Settings Walkthrough4:46 A "Snow Leopard" Release?6:08 Testing the New Siri7:46 Checking for New Watch Faces8:46 Modular Ultra Face Rumor & Screen Sizes10:32 The Grid View Starts Changing11:38 Apple's Stock Apps (Weather & Workouts)13:23 Vitals, Blood Oxygen & Sleep14:07 Final Thoughts on watchOS 2714:30 Wristmate App, Bands & Wrap-Up@watchos27 #applewatch #watchOS===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLights:Key Light: Amaran Verge Max LED Video - geni.us/ucYERFill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYBack Light Amaran 60ds - geni.us/xQyQC1Godox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitors: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/dBXyy8iPad: geni.us/KAjxAiYSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
watchOS 27: The Watch Face Everyones Been Begging For Brian Minor 2026-06-05 | WWDC 2026 is almost here, and WatchOS 27 is shaping up to be a year of stability, performance, and refinement for the Apple Watch. In this video, I break down every credible leak and rumor so you know exactly what's coming before Apple's June 8th keynote. From improved heart rate tracking and high blood pressure notifications to a brand-new AI-powered health system that could act like your personal health coach, WatchOS 27 is packing some real upgrades, even without a massive redesign. I also cover the rumored phone-free Workout Buddy, satellite feature improvements, and the modular Apple Watch Ultra face that may finally come to the Series 10, 11, and 12.But it's not all good news. I'll explain why we're still not getting a third-party watch face store, which watch faces you might lose after updating, and the real risks of installing the WatchOS 27 beta before the final release. Whether you're rocking an Apple Watch Ultra, Series 11, or SE 3, this is your complete guide to the iOS 27, WatchOS 27, and Apple Watch rumors heading into WWDC. Drop a comment with the one feature you're hoping Apple finally adds, and subscribe for hands-on videos of every new Apple OS as soon as the betas drop.🔗 Step Count App – apps.apple.com/us/app/stridepal-step-counter/id6760667243🔗 Watch Band– https://collabs.shop/dbfoaj0:00 Intro & WWDC 2026 Details1:01 Heart Rate Tracking Improvements1:19 High Blood Pressure Notifications1:49 AI-Powered Health System2:06 Workout Buddy Goes Phone-Free2:50 New Modular Face for Apple Watch Ultra4:03 Satellite Feature Improvements4:30 Beta Warning: The Risks of Installing Early5:47 What We're NOT Getting5:55 Third-Party Watch Face Store6:33 Losing Watch Faces7:19 Final Thoughts#watchOS #AppleWatch #WWDC26===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLights:Key Light: Amaran Verge Max LED Video - geni.us/ucYERFill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYBack Light Amaran 60ds - geni.us/xQyQC1Godox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitors: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/dBXyy8iPad: geni.us/KAjxAiYSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
The Truth About Apples $59 Wallet (and Mofts $49 Fix) Brian Minor 2026-05-22 | MOFT Trackable Wallet Stand: https://dada.link/Z5e024MOFT Trackable Tripod Wallet: https://dada.link/-PVz-dUse Discount Code: BrianIf you've been thinking about upgrading your MagSafe wallet, this side-by-side comparison covers everything you need to know — including a tip for making cards easier to remove, battery life, wireless charging, vegan leather build quality, Apple Watch integration, and which option works best as a daily carry with the iPhone Air, iPhone 16 Pro, or any MagSafe-compatible iPhone. If you're shopping for iPhone accessories, AirTag wallet alternatives, or a slim MagSafe wallet with real tracking, this is the only comparison you need to watch.00:00 Don't Buy Apple's MagSafe Wallet01:09 The Fix: MOFT Trackable Wallet Stand ($49.99)01:22 Size & Thickness Comparison02:28 Find My Tracking & Built-In Speaker Demo03:46 Phone Stand Feature05:16 Finding It From Your Apple Watch06:18 MOFT Trackable Tripod Wallet (4-in-1)06:38 Stand & Tripod Modes08:11 Bluetooth Capture Button10:40 The Two-Card Removal Trick11:27 Battery Life & Wireless Charging11:57 Final Verdict#magsafewallet #moft #iphoneaccessories ===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLights:Key Light: Amaran Verge Max LED Video - geni.us/ucYERFill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYBack Light Amaran 60ds - geni.us/xQyQC1Godox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitors: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/dBXyy8iPad: geni.us/KAjxAiYSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
The Truth About Living With the iPhone Air for 8 Months Brian Minor 2026-05-18 | After eight months of constantly switching between the iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and every color variation in between, I finally figured out which iPhone is actually worth the money. In this honest long-term iPhone Air review, I break down my real-world experience owning both the Cloud White and Space Black iPhone Air, why I returned the iPhone 17 Pro in Cosmic Orange, and why I believe the iPhone Air represents the future of Apple's smartphone lineup. From battery life concerns and the single rear camera setup, to the upgraded ultra-wide front lens, 2x zoom performance, MagSafe charging, and the impossibly lightweight in-hand feel, this video covers what most iPhone Air reviews are missing.00:00 iPhone Air 8 Months Later02:16 Why the iPhone Air Is the Future02:27 The Camera: One Lens in the Real World03:54 The Upgraded Front Camera & Ultra-Wide05:02 Do You Really Need More Than 2x Zoom?06:01 The Truth About iPhone Air Battery Life07:43 USB-C Changes Everything07:59 How the iPhone Air Really Feels After 8 Months09:06 Going Back to the 17 Pro Felt Massive09:38 What the Pro Still Wins At09:48 Final Verdict: Less Phone, More Phone#iphoneair #iphonepro ===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLights:Key Light: Amaran Verge Max LED Video - geni.us/ucYERFill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYBack Light Amaran 60ds - geni.us/xQyQC1Godox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitors: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/dBXyy8iPad: geni.us/KAjxAiYSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
watchOS 26.5 Released - Everything New! Brian Minor 2026-05-11 | Nomad Stratos Band: https://collabs.shop/iuixvkMy Step App: apps.apple.com/us/app/stridepal-step-counter/id6760667243Apple has officially released watchOS 26.5 to the public, and in this video I'm walking through every new feature, change, and improvement in this update for Apple Watch and Apple Watch Ultra. This is build 23T570 and likely the final watchOS 26 release before WWDC and the launch of watchOS 27. We cover the brand new Pride watch face, including full screen and circular layouts, all 11 color presets, both style options, custom color picking, and the four-corner complications. I also break down what's in the official release notes (mostly StoreKit-related), real-world performance, third-party app launch speed, Control Center responsiveness, a notification-forwarding bug some users have reported in sleep and work focus modes, and how battery life has noticeably improved on the Apple Watch Ultra 3 — now lasting multiple days on a single charge.If you're thinking about jumping straight into the watchOS 27 beta this summer, stick around for my warning on battery health and beta software before you install. I also share my favorite Apple Watch Ultra band — the Nomad Stratos titanium band — and why it's become my daily-driver strap for everything from workouts to sleep tracking. Be sure to subscribe for day-one watchOS 27 coverage, beta updates throughout the summer, and ongoing Apple Watch tips, reviews, and tutorials. Keywords: watchOS 26.5, Apple Watch update, Apple Watch Ultra, watchOS 27, new Apple Watch features, Pride watch face, Apple Watch battery life, watchOS release notes, Apple Watch tips, WWDC 2026.0:00 watchOS 26.5 Released Is Out!0:51 New Watch Face5:27 Release Notes & Bug Fixes6:01 Performance Review6:54 Notification Bug Report7:29 Battery Life on Ultra8:28 Battery Health Check8:55 watchOS 27 Beta Warning9:38 Nomad Stratos Band10:52 Outro#watchOS #applewatch #watchosupdate===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLights:Key Light: Amaran Verge Max LED Video - geni.us/ucYERFill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYBack Light Amaran 60ds - geni.us/xQyQC1Godox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitors: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/dBXyy8iPad: geni.us/KAjxAiYSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
10 Apple Watch tricks Apple buried in settings Brian Minor 2026-05-03 | 🔗 Step Count App – apps.apple.com/us/app/stridepal-step-counter/id6760667243🔗 Watch Band– https://collabs.shop/dbfoaj🔗 Action Button Tutorial – youtu.be/QICY3IXHk7wYour Apple Watch can do a lot more than just tell time, track workouts, and send notifications. In this video, I’m showing you 10 hidden Apple Watch features, secret tricks, and useful settings that most users completely miss. From gesture controls and Siri timer shortcuts to the red flashlight trick, Apple Cash Tap to Cash, remote camera controls, and hidden customization options, these are features that can completely change how you use your Apple Watch every day.Whether you have the Apple Watch Ultra, Apple Watch Series 10, Series 9, or a newer Apple Watch running watchOS 26, these Apple Watch tips and tricks will help you unlock more power from the watch you already own. If you love discovering hidden Apple Watch settings, productivity shortcuts, and cool Apple Watch features Apple never really explains, this video is packed with practical tips you can start using immediately.00:00 – Hidden Apple Watch Features You Need to Know00:35 – Faster Watch Face Switching01:36 – Supercharge Control Center 03:37 – Hands-Free Gesture Controls05:07 – Add Your Step Count to the Watch Face06:23 – Faster Siri Timer Commands08:12 – Play Audio Directly From Apple Watch Speaker09:51 – Red Flashlight Theater Mode Trick11:12 – Use Apple Watch as a Camera Remote13:43 – Send Money Wrist to Wrist with Tap to Cash14:57 – Turn the Action Button Into a Shortcut Menu#applewatchtips #applewatch===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLights:Key Light: Amaran Verge Max LED Video - geni.us/ucYERFill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYBack Light Amaran 60ds - geni.us/xQyQC1Godox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitors: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/dBXyy8iPad: geni.us/KAjxAiYSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
Stop Using Your Macs Embarrassing Webcam - The $100 Fix. Brian Minor 2026-04-23 | 🔗 EMEET C960 Ultra: amzn.to/4tmWiSzApple makes incredible computers, but their built-in webcams have always been the weak link — whether you're on a MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, or even the $1,600 Studio Display. In this video, I put the EMEET C960 Ultra to the test against the MacBook camera, the Studio Display, and even the iPhone as a webcam using Continuity Camera, to see if this $100 4K webcam is actually worth it for your Mac setup.The C960 Ultra features a large 1/1.5" Sony sensor (bigger than the iPhone's), a premium aluminum design that blends right into any Apple desk setup, a clever rotating privacy cover, impressive low-light performance, smooth autofocus, and a software app that gives you full control over picture quality. If you're frustrated with how you look on Zoom calls, Teams meetings, or live streams — or you're just tired of locking up your iPhone every time you hop on a call — the EMEET C960 Ultra is a solid, clean, no-compromise upgrade for any Mac user.0:00 Apple's Webcam Problem0:35 Introducing the EMEET C960 Ultra1:04 Design & Aluminum Build1:21 Privacy Cover Feature1:51 About EMEET (Brand Overview)2:18 Sony Sensor & Specs2:32 Image Quality: MacBook & Studio Display Comparison3:19 iPhone as a Webcam Comparison3:54 Low Light Performance4:24 Autofocus Test4:42 vs. a Full $2,000 Camera Setup5:00 Software & Customization Settings5:53 Final Verdict & Who Should Buy This#Mac #webcam #emeet ===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLights:Key Light: Amaran Verge Max LED Video - geni.us/ucYERFill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYBack Light Amaran 60ds - geni.us/xQyQC1Godox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitors: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/dBXyy8iPad: geni.us/KAjxAiYSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
The Apple Watch Blood Oxygen Update Masimo Didnt See Coming Brian Minor 2026-04-21 | 🔗 O2Buddy App: apps.apple.com/us/app/o-buddy-blood-oxygen/id6751239297🔗 Universal Fit Watch Band: https://collabs.shop/raiaqg?utm_source=links&utm_medium=bio&utm_campaign=brianminorApple just scored a major win in its six-year legal battle with Masimo over the Apple Watch blood oxygen sensor — but it's not quite the clean victory you might think. The ITC officially ruled that Apple's redesigned blood oxygen feature does NOT infringe on Masimo's patent, meaning no more import ban and the Apple Watch keeps selling with the workaround feature intact. In this video, I break down the entire timeline: the 2020 Series 6 launch, the December 2023 ITC ruling against Apple, the disabled sensor on the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra, Apple's clever Fall 2025 redesign that moves blood oxygen processing to your iPhone, and today's ruling that locks it all in place.I also cover the $634 million damage verdict Apple is still appealing, the appeals court upholding the original ban on the old feature, and why August 2028 is the date every Apple Watch owner needs to know — that's when Masimo's patents expire and the feature can come fully back to your wrist. Plus, I'll show you O2Buddy, an app I built that sends your blood oxygen reading back to your Apple Watch complication so you don't have to keep pulling out your iPhone. Whether you own an Apple Watch Series 10, Apple Watch Ultra 2, or an older model, this is everything you need to know about the Apple vs Masimo lawsuit, the blood oxygen workaround, SpO2 monitoring on Apple Watch, and what comes next.0:00 Apple Wins — But Can't Fully Fix It0:14 The Backstory: Series 6 and Masimo's Lawsuit0:36 ITC Rules Against Apple (December 2023)0:54 Apple Disables the Sensor in the US1:52 The Fall 2025 Workaround Explained2:50 My O2Buddy App Solution3:57 Today's ITC Ruling — Redesign Approved5:02 Not a Clean Sweep for Apple5:25 The $634 Million Damage Verdict5:36 August 2028: When the Real Fix Comes6:19 Apple's Run-Out-the-Clock Strategy6:50 Masimo's CEO Ousted by Shareholders7:22 Your Thoughts + Links Below#applewatch #bloodoxygen #applelawsuit===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLights:Key Light: Amaran Verge Max LED Video - geni.us/ucYERFill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYBack Light Amaran 60ds - geni.us/xQyQC1Godox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitors: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/dBXyy8iPad: geni.us/KAjxAiYSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
How to Erase Your iPhone Before Selling It (iOS 26) Brian Minor 2026-04-17 | Selling, trading in, or handing down your iPhone? Before you let it leave your hands, you need to erase it the right way. In this step-by-step iOS 26 tutorial, I'll walk you through exactly how to wipe your iPhone so your personal data, photos, passwords, and Apple ID are completely removed — and so the next person doesn't end up with a locked, useless device. We'll cover Stolen Device Protection security delays, signing out of iCloud properly, handling your eSIM, backing up your iPhone to iCloud, Mac Finder, or iTunes on a PC, and that annoying Apple ID password bug that freezes the keyboard during sign-out.Whether you're erasing an iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 15, iPhone 13, iPhone 12, or even an older iPhone mini, this guide shows you the safest method for iOS 26. If you're running an older version of iOS, I'll link the tutorial for that below. Follow along so your iPhone is factory reset correctly, Find My is disabled, and iCloud activation lock is fully cleared before you sell, trade, or gift your device.00:00 Why You Need to Erase It the Right Way00:19 Open the Settings App00:27 Stolen Device Protection & the 1-Hour Delay01:41 iOS 26 Erase Options02:05 Sign Out of iCloud (My Preferred Method)02:37 What to Do With Your eSIM03:13 Backing Up to iCloud03:31 Backup to Mac (Finder) or PC (iTunes)04:17 Entering Your Apple ID Password04:59 The Weird Keyboard Freeze Bug05:35 Wiping the iPhone06:17 Double-Check iCloud Is Signed Out06:46 Thanks for Watching#resetiphone #eraseiphone #wipeiphone===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLights:Key Light: Amaran Verge Max LED Video - geni.us/ucYERFill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYBack Light Amaran 60ds - geni.us/xQyQC1Godox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitors: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/dBXyy8iPad: geni.us/KAjxAiYSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
My Apple Watch exposed a habit that’s wrecking me. Brian Minor 2026-04-10 | 🔗 Download Next Stretch App: apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id6747748644?pt=118239052&ct=Brian&mt=8🔗 Apple Watch Band: https://collabs.shop/dbfoajIf you sit at a desk all day like I do, you already know how quickly it can start to affect your body. Back pain, stiffness, and just feeling off. The problem isn’t knowing you should stretch… it’s actually staying consistent.In this video, I’m sharing how my Apple Watch helped expose a bad habit I didn’t even realize was affecting me this much, and how the Next Stretch app made it incredibly easy to finally build a stretching routine I can stick to. From Apple Watch reminders and complications to the iPhone setup experience, I walk through how it works and whether it’s actually worth using.If you’ve been struggling with consistency, especially with stretching, mobility, or breaking up long sitting sessions, this might be exactly what you need.00:00 The habit my Apple Watch exposed00:05 Sitting too much (and feeling it more)00:12 Why stretching is hard to stick with00:19 What makes Next Stretch different00:28 Apple Watch reminders & complication00:37 How “Stretch Now” works00:48 Stretch guidance + timer feedback01:13 Why the Apple Watch makes it work01:22 iPhone app overview & daily progress01:41 Tabs: stretches, stats, routines, settings01:48 Setup process walkthrough02:24 Works without Apple Watch too02:33 Pricing + free trial02:57 Custom routines & stretch library03:27 Built-in stats & tracking consistency03:49 Settings + audio countdown feature04:57 Watch vs iPhone usage experience05:29 Real results + honesty about consistency05:52 Final thoughts + who this is for06:08 Where to download#applewwatch #applewatchapps #applefitness ===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLightsKey Light: Godox VL150II - geni.us/dKw1ie9Fill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYGodox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitor: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/ZCpYtWiPad: geni.us/wUBBSVSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
You’re Wasting Money on the M4 iPad Air Brian Minor 2026-03-31 | 🔗 Paperlike 3 Screen Protector: paperlike.com/applebias/2604🔗 iPad Pro M4 (Amazon): geni.us/iJkT2🔗 iPad Pro M4 (eBay): geni.us/lAkfIf you’re trying to decide between the M4 iPad Air and iPad Pro, this video breaks down what actually matters in real-world use. On paper, the specs look similar, but once you compare the display, performance, and overall experience, the differences become clear fast. Whether you’re using an iPad for note-taking, drawing, productivity, or everyday use, choosing the right model can save you hundreds of dollars.I also cover why older iPad Pro models like the M1 and M4 are still some of the best value options right now, and why upgrading to the latest chip doesn’t always make sense. Plus, if you’re using the Apple Pencil, there’s one upgrade that can completely change your experience without overspending.00:00 – You’re About to Buy the Wrong iPad00:08 – Why the iPad Lineup Is Confusing00:38 – Is the iPad Air Actually Enough?01:02 – The Biggest Difference: Display01:36 – Nano Texture: Overpriced Upgrade?02:08 – Better Alternative (Sponsor Segment)03:01 – Why Feel Matters More Than Specs03:44 – Speakers, Design & Real Differences04:12 – Touch ID vs Face ID04:55 – iPad Air vs Pro: Final Verdict05:00 – M4 vs M5 iPad Pro (Don’t Overpay)06:03 – Best Deals Right Now (Save Money)06:46 – Older iPads Are Still Worth It07:00 – What You Should Actually Buy===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLightsKey Light: Godox VL150II - geni.us/dKw1ie9Fill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYGodox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitor: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/ZCpYtWiPad: geni.us/wUBBSVSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
watchOS 26.4 is Great… Just Not for the Reason You Think Brian Minor 2026-03-24 | StridePal: apps.apple.com/us/app/id6760667243O2 Buddy: apps.apple.com/us/app/id6751239297Ultra Band: https://collabs.shop/raiaqgApple just released WatchOS 26.4, and this might be one of the most important Apple Watch updates in a long time. While this update doesn’t bring a ton of new features, it focuses heavily on performance improvements, battery life, and overall stability—and honestly, it shows.In this video, I break down everything new in WatchOS 26.4, including improved battery performance (now getting 48+ hours), smoother app performance, new emojis, small changes in the Workout app, and updates to the Vitals app with blood oxygen readings. I also cover what’s still missing, including Apple Intelligence, and whether this update is actually worth installing right now.If you’ve been struggling with Apple Watch battery life or performance issues, this might finally be the update that fixes it.0:00 WatchOS 26.4 Released0:15 Build Number + Update Size0:33 Battery Life Improvements (48+ Hours)1:33 Apple Watch Ultra 3 Battery Health1:37 StridePal App (Step Complication)4:03 New Emojis in 26.45:09 What’s Missing (Apple Intelligence)6:13 Workout App Change (Quick Start)6:37 Blood Oxygen Update (Vitals App)7:48 O2 Buddy App Workaround9:04 AirTag 2 Feature (Control Center)9:39 Performance Improvements10:20 Should You Update?#watchOS #applewatchupdate #applewatch===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLightsKey Light: Godox VL150II - geni.us/dKw1ie9Fill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYGodox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitor: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/ZCpYtWiPad: geni.us/wUBBSVSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
I Bought 7 Ultra-Thin iPhone Air Cases… Some Shouldn’t Exist Brian Minor 2026-03-22 | The Winner: geni.us/tCQuJRunner Up: geni.us/zo0ZkLrIf you’re looking for the best thin case for the iPhone Air, I tested seven of the most popular ultra-thin options ranging from budget to premium. Some promise a barely-there feel, others focus on grip, and a few try to balance both. But after using all of them, only one actually feels like something I’d keep on my phone long term.In this video, I compare thin iPhone Air cases from brands like Totalee, Peel, and more affordable options to see which ones are actually worth your money. I break down grip, MagSafe compatibility, button feel, camera protection, and overall usability so you can find the right case without wasting money.If you want your iPhone Air to still feel like an iPhone Air—but with just enough protection—this will help you decide exactly which case to buy.JeTech Magnetic Case: geni.us/t0UCJeTech Slim Case: geni.us/1n0EQTorras Case: geni.us/zo0ZkLrGRECAZO Case: geni.us/tCQuJNomad Leather Case: https://collabs.shop/edphycDataRoad Case: geni.us/U8lAWrTotallee Case: geni.us/BVb7B4QPeel Case: geni.us/vOnFljyNomad 3-in-1 Charger: https://collabs.shop/ygffbj00:00 – I Bought 7 Thin iPhone Air Cases00:04 – What These Cases Are (And Aren’t)00:24 – Cheapest Cases First (JETech Magnetic)00:51 – GTEC Slim (Good… But One Big Problem)02:10 – Torras Case (Looks Great, Feels Off)03:54 – The Case That Surprised Me (Gricazo)06:08 – Comparing to a $70 Nomad Case07:03 – My Favorite So Far07:33 – Two Identical Cases… Huge Price Difference08:59 – The Big Tradeoff (No MagSafe)10:08 – Totalee vs Data Road10:35 – Peel Case (Different Approach)11:16 – MagSafe Testing (Real World Use)12:38 – More Expensive Cases#iphoneair #iphonecase #thincase===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLightsKey Light: Godox VL150II - geni.us/dKw1ie9Fill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYGodox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitor: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/ZCpYtWiPad: geni.us/wUBBSVSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
The #1 Apple Watch Mistake People Make Before Selling Brian Minor 2026-03-14 | If you’re selling, giving away, or trading in your Apple Watch, you need to make sure you unpair it the correct way. In this video, I show you how to properly unpair your Apple Watch from your iPhone so it is fully removed from iCloud and ready for the next owner. A lot of people think resetting the Apple Watch in Settings is enough, but that does not fully remove Activation Lock or disconnect it the right way.I’ll walk you through the exact steps to unpair Apple Watch, where to find the correct option in the Watch app on iPhone, and what to do if you have a cellular Apple Watch with an active cellular plan. If you want to avoid problems when selling your Apple Watch, trading it in, or giving it to someone else, this step-by-step Apple Watch tutorial will help you do it right.00:00 Why unpairing correctly matters01:39 Confirm the unpairing02:03 Extra step for cellular Apple Watch models02:18 Remove or keep the cellular plan03:05 How to verify it was removed from iCloud===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLightsKey Light: Godox VL150II - geni.us/dKw1ie9Fill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYGodox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitor: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/ZCpYtWiPad: geni.us/wUBBSVSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
Why Every Creator Needs a Desky Sit-Stand Desk Brian Minor 2026-03-02 | ===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLightsKey Light: Godox VL150II - geni.us/dKw1ie9Fill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYGodox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitor: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/ZCpYtWiPad: geni.us/wUBBSVSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
iPhone 17 Pro — 4 Months Later (I Didn’t Expect This) Brian Minor 2026-02-27 | 🔗 Flow Lab Screen Protector – geni.us/pnwdPU🔗 Favorite iPhone 17 Pro Cases – geni.us/xABJaIt’s been four months with the Cosmic Orange iPhone 17 Pro, and this long-term review covers everything — durability, battery health, overheating, camera performance, thickness, and real-world drops.I dropped this iPhone 17 Pro three times (including one from over 4 feet), tested the aluminum build, and paid close attention to whether the Cosmic Orange finish would fade, scratch, or show silver damage. I also break down the battery life after four months, battery health at 100%, performance, vapor chamber cooling, overheating behavior, and whether the thicker design is actually worth it.We’ll also talk about:8x zoom camera performanceReal-world sports photographyiPhone 18 thickness rumorsNomad Magnetic Leather Back case experienceWhether upgrading from the iPhone 15 or 16 makes senseIf you’re considering upgrading to the iPhone 17 Pro — especially in Cosmic Orange — this is the honest long-term review you need.0:00 – 4 Months Later with Cosmic Orange0:16 – Durability First Impressions1:22 – Body Condition & Camera Bump2:13 – The 3 Accidental Drops3:15 – The Small Dent (Zoomed In)4:44 – Battery Life After 4 Months5:16 – Overheating & Vapor Chamber6:01 – Performance & App Speed6:37 – Cameras & 8x Zoom8:13 – The “Plateau” Design8:39 – The Thickness Problem11:43 – iPhone 18 Thickness Rumors12:28 – Is It Worth the Upgrade?13:33 – Final Thoughts on Cosmic Orange#iphone17pro #phonedrop #iphonereview ===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLightsKey Light: Godox VL150II - geni.us/dKw1ie9Fill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYGodox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitor: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/ZCpYtWiPad: geni.us/wUBBSVSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
Apple Wants $30/Month for iCloud… So I Stopped Paying (UGREEN NAS) Brian Minor 2026-02-22 | 🔗 UGREEN NAS on Official Store(15% off): nas.us.ugreen.com/yJ1MXJ🔗 UGREEN NAS DH4300 Plus(15% off): amzn.to/468kPBp🔗 UGREEN NAS Series (up to 15% off): amzn.to/4rQr9ppIf you're running out of iCloud storage and staring at Apple’s 6TB plan, this video is for you. I was on the 2TB iCloud plan and almost upgraded to $30 per month — until I decided to try a NAS instead. In this video, I walk through the UGREEN NASSync DH4300 Plus, how it works with iPhone and Mac, RAID 5 setup, photo backup, AI-powered organization, Google Drive sync, and why this might be the best long-term storage solution for Apple users.We’ll talk about real costs, real numbers, how much you actually save over five years, and how this compares to iCloud and Google Drive. If you're deep in the Apple ecosystem but tired of paying increasing storage fees, this might completely change how you think about backup and photo storage.00:00 – Avoid Paying Too Much for iCloud Storage00:01:01 – UGREEN NASSync DH4300 Plus Overview00:02:16 – Storage Capacity & Drive Options00:03:01 – Drive Installation & Design00:04:02 – iPhone Setup with NFC00:05:14 – RAID 5 & Backup Protection Explained00:05:52 – Using the iPhone App (Face ID + Storage Overview)00:07:04 – App Center & Photo Backup Setup00:08:22 – Viewing Photos & Videos from NAS00:09:49 – Speed Comparison vs iCloud & Google Drive00:10:29 – Google Drive Sync Integration00:10:33 – AI Photo Organization (People & Albums)00:14:11 – The Real Cost Comparison (NAS vs iCloud)00:17:07 – Why I’m Keeping iCloud (But Using It Differently)00:18:10 – Final Recommendation===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLightsKey Light: Godox VL150II - geni.us/dKw1ie9Fill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYGodox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitor: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/ZCpYtWiPad: geni.us/wUBBSVSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.#UGREENNAS #UGREEN
Special Apple Event on March 4th! What do you think Apple will announce? Brian Minor 2026-02-16 | ...
watchOS 26.3 Released – Should You Update? Brian Minor 2026-02-12 | ⌚️ Watchband - https://collabs.shop/iuixvk🩸 Oxygen App - apps.apple.com/us/app/o-buddy-blood-oxygen/id6751239297Apple has officially released watchOS 26.3 to the public, and in this video I walk through everything you need to know. We’ll check the new build number (23S620), compare it to the release candidate, talk about update size differences, installation time, battery life performance, security expectations, and whether this is actually worth installing on your Apple Watch.There are no new watch faces in watchOS 26.3 — including no new Unity face — but I’ll also show you a hidden watch face swipe setting that many users still don’t know about. Plus, we’ll discuss what’s coming next with watchOS 26.4 beta and whether the new Siri AI features might ever come to Apple Watch.If you’re running watchOS 26, this is everything you need before updating.00:00 watchOS 26.3 Released00:03 Build Number 23S620 vs RC00:29 How to Force the Update to Appear00:43 Update Size Differences (Beta vs Public)01:04 Installation & Preparation Time01:25 What’s Actually New?01:30 No New Watch Faces01:57 Unity Collection (No Changes)02:26 Swipe to Switch Watch Face Tip03:06 Release Notes (Still Not Updated)03:45 Battery Life Experience04:38 Should You Upgrade?04:46 watchOS 26.4 Beta Coming Soon05:10 Siri & AI on Apple Watch06:00 Why You Should Still Install It===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLightsKey Light: Godox VL150II - geni.us/dKw1ie9Fill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYGodox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitor: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/ZCpYtWiPad: geni.us/wUBBSVSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.#watchOS #applewatch #watchupdate
I Tested the BEST iPhone 17 Pro Cases — Avoid These 2 Brian Minor 2026-02-03 | I tested 7 different iPhone 17 Pro cases over 4.5 months to find what’s actually worth your money. In this video, I break down Apple’s Tech Woven case, the ultra-thin Pitaka Edge, the premium leather Nomad Modern Leather (Horween), the controversial Arc Pulse “naked case”, and multiple Phone Rebel Gen 7 options — including my personal favorite for overall protection, feel, and magnets. I also weigh each case, compare thickness, talk about MagSafe strength, camera capture button compatibility, grip, lay-on-the-table protection, and real-world durability.🔗 Apple Tech Woven: geni.us/syEk9aP🔗 Pitaka Case: geni.us/IBJXlc🔗 Arc Pulse Case: geni.us/NjdeZ🔗 Nomad Modern Leather: geni.us/IBJXlc🔗 Phone Rebel Flex: geni.us/xABJa🔗 Nomad Leather Back: https://collabs.shop/4dvw6i🔗 Additional adhesive: geni.us/JlmQGZ🔗 Phone Rebel Gen: geni.us/yKbVIf you’re trying to decide the best iPhone 17 Pro case for minimal bulk, leather style, strong MagSafe, or all-around protection, this should save you a ton of time (and money). And yes — two of the best-looking cases in this lineup are also the ones I would not recommend for most people.00:00 - I tested 7 iPhone 17 Pro cases (2 look great but I wouldn’t recommend)00:00:14 - Apple Tech Woven case overview00:03:10 - Pitaka Edge: ultra-thin minimal case00:06:08 - Nomad Modern Leather (Horween): weight, thickness, feel00:08:56 - Arc Pulse “naked case”: why it’s controversial + pricing00:12:23 - Phone Rebel Flex 7: why I keep coming back00:14:06 - Nomad Magnetic Leather Back: how it works + who it’s for00:16:59 - Phone Rebel Gen 7 (Frosted vs Aramid): customization + weights00:21:36 - Final recommendation + question for viewers===================================================My EquipmentCameras: Sony ZV-E10 II - geni.us/NW09IEMMain Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 - geni.us/gLkhTTop Down Lens: Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 - geni.us/lgflcTThird: DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - geni.us/7mRyLightsKey Light: Godox VL150II - geni.us/dKw1ie9Fill Light: Neewer 660 - geni.us/tHPjkEYGodox Lantern Softbox - geni.us/dktQDk4'Rode Microphone - geni.us/TzrAtlLMy Desk SetupComputer: geni.us/ATXgxAMonitor: geni.us/FXhVADesk Mic: geni.us/KcBXVFClock: geni.us/HtZT3D Printer: geni.us/ZCpYtWiPad: geni.us/wUBBSVSpeakers: geni.us/GsXUFollow me elsewhere:instagram.com/theapplebiasVisit my site: http://www.applebias.com* Most of the links above are affiliate links. If you click on them before making a purchase, it will help support the channel. However, please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase. Simply watching my video means the world to me.
