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Mini’app’les Topic Meeting, Tuesday February 17 at 6:00 p.m.

February 4, 2026 by Pete Bockenhauer
A futuristic, high-tech meeting room where silhouetted figures sit around a circular glowing table. In the center, a large, vibrant blue holographic human brain composed of digital circuits and neural pathways floats as the focal point. The background features a dark, cinematic cityscape at night with glowing skyscrapers and geometric data connections spidering across the sky.

AI Comparison

In our upcoming session, we are moving beyond the hype to conduct a hands-on comparison of the premier AI models available to Apple users in early 2026. We will be evaluating ChatGPT (OpenAI), Claude (Anthropic), and Gemini (Google) against the backdrop of Apple Intelligence. Our goal is to determine which “brain” deserves a spot in your Dock based on three critical pillars: Creative Logic, Multimodal Performance, and Privacy.

We’ll dive into how these models currently interact with macOS and iOS—from using ChatGPT as Siri’s “knowledge extension” for complex reasoning, to utilizing Claude’s superior coding and document analysis within local developer workflows, and leveraging Gemini’s massive context window for deep research. We will also discuss the latest Apple Intelligence updates, focusing on how on-device processing maintains your privacy while handling daily tasks like notification summaries and “Visual Intelligence” through the camera.

DATE

Tuesday, February 17

TIME

6:00 – 8:00 PM

IN-PERSON

Edina Library (Conference Room)
5280 Grandview Square, Edina, MN 55436
Google Maps / Apple Maps

ONLINE

Zoom conference room
Please email [email protected] to request the meeting link or RSVP on Meetup and it will become visible.

Category: Meeting Announcements

Mini’app’les Social and Q&A Meeting, Tuesday February 3 at 7:00 p.m.

January 27, 2026 by Pete Bockenhauer
Illustration of person sitting at a computer on a video conference waving to the other meeting participants

Social and Q&A Meeting

Come join us for a virtual social and Q&A meeting! There is no set topic and you can come and go as you want. You can also bring any questions or problems you have that you’ve been wrestling with.

DATE

Tuesday, February 3

TIME

7:00 – 8:00 PM

ONLINE

Zoom conference room
Please email [email protected] to request the meeting link or RSVP on Meetup and it will become visible.

Request Access Link
Category: Meeting Announcements, Social and Q&A Meetings

Mini’app’les Topic Meeting – January 20 – Notes & Links

January 21, 2026 by Pete Bockenhauer
Flighty iOS icon with a plane flying and exhaust coming from the engines

Travel Apps

KAYAK – Search Flights, Hotels & Rental Cars
Google Flights – Find Cheap Flights Worldwide & Book Your Ticket
Costco Travel
Delta Vacations
Flighty – Live Flight Tracker App – App Store
TripIt: Travel Planner App – App Store
Google Translate App – App Store
Xe Send Money & Currency App – App Store
PCalc App – App Store
Pelican – Cases, Flashlights, Coolers, and Travel Gear

Category: Meeting Announcements

Mini’app’les Topic Meeting, Tuesday January 20 at 6:00 p.m.

January 14, 2026 by Pete Bockenhauer
Flighty iOS icon with a plane flying and exhaust coming from the engines

Travel Apps

Got a vacation plan coming up this year? Business road trip? There are many apps to track your flight, purchase the best ticket, find a hotel, or book a rental car. Lets review some good options to have you better prepared for your 2026 travels.

DATE

Tuesday, January 20

TIME

6:00 – 8:00 PM

IN-PERSON

Edina Library (Conference Room)
5280 Grandview Square, Edina, MN 55436
Google Maps / Apple Maps

ONLINE

Zoom conference room
Please email [email protected] to request the meeting link or RSVP on Meetup and it will become visible.

Category: Meeting Announcements

Mini’app’les Social and Q&A Meeting, Tuesday January 6 at 7:00 p.m.

December 29, 2025 by Pete Bockenhauer
Illustration of person sitting at a computer on a video conference waving to the other meeting participants

Social and Q&A Meeting

Come join us for a virtual social and Q&A meeting! There is no set topic and you can come and go as you want. You can also bring any questions or problems you have that you’ve been wrestling with.

DATE

Tuesday, January 6

TIME

7:00 – 8:00 PM

ONLINE

Zoom conference room
Please email [email protected] to request the meeting link or RSVP on Meetup and it will become visible.

Request Access Link
Category: Meeting Announcements, Social and Q&A Meetings
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Welcome to the Minnesota Apple Computer Users’ Group based in the Twin Cities of metropolitan Minneapolis—St. Paul.

We’re a group of Apple users interested in sharing knowledge and experience with other Apple users and owners. Members vary from beginners to every day users to consultants. All ages are welcome. What we have in common is an interest and a desire to learn more about the Apple experience, regardless of focus. Within the group you’re bound to find someone with similar interests.

Come join us! There’s no obligation or cost to attend. Annual dues are very reasonable if you decide to join us.

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