Meeting Announcements

Widgets and the App Library

*** Please note: This meeting will be both in-person and online. ***

Widgets offer timely information from your favorite apps at a glance. You can use widgets on your Home Screen or in the macOS Notification Center to keep your favorite information at your fingertips. Now with the upcoming iOS 16, you can even add widgets to your Lock Screen!

The App Library shows your apps organized into categories, such as Creativity, Social, and Entertainment. The apps you use most are near the top of the screen and at the top level of their categories, so you can easily locate and open them.

We will discuss the basics of these powerful features that are built right into your devices and some interesting apps that take advantage of them.

Please join us at the next Mini’app’les meeting!

DATE

Tuesday, August 16

TIME

6:00 PM Social and Q&A
6:30 PM Topic discussion

LOCATION (both in-person and online options):

Southdale Library (Helen Young Room)
7001 York Ave S, Edina, MN 55435
Google Maps / Apple Maps

Zoom online conference room
Please email info@miniapples.org to request the access link.

You can also RSVP on Meetup and get the meeting link.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Apple Betas

Every year Apple releases new versions of their software for all your devices. But did you know that you can try out these new releases ahead of time for free?

Let's discuss the latest pre-release betas and what new features are coming. Some group members will share their experiences so far as well.

Please join us at the next Mini’app’les meeting!

DATE

Tuesday, August 2

TIME

7:00 PM Social and Q&A
7:30 PM Topic discussion

LOCATION

Zoom online conference room
Please email info@miniapples.org to request the access link.

You can also RSVP on Meetup and get the meeting link.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Mac, iPad, & iPhone Accessories

*** Please note: This meeting will be both in-person and online. ***

Accessories (or peripherals) is hardware like keyboards, mice, hubs, adapters, stands, etc. These can either replace the stock Apple devices or add-on and/or improve your experience.

Lets discuss some good options to extend your current setup to help you get the most from your devices either by improving ergonomics, adding features, or enhancing usability.

Please join us at the next Mini’app’les meeting!

DATE

Tuesday, July 19

TIME

6:00 PM Social and Q&A
6:30 PM Topic discussion

LOCATION (both in-person and online options):

Southdale Library (Helen Young Room)
7001 York Ave S, Edina, MN 55435
Google Maps / Apple Maps

Zoom online conference room
Please email info@miniapples.org to request the access link.

You can also RSVP on Meetup and get the meeting link.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Smart Thermostats and Sensors

One of the major cornerstones of any smart home should be the smart thermostat. Being able to adjust the temperature of your home while sitting on the sofa or even on the other side of the World is indeed very nice. But you can go further by automating with schedules, presence or by reading from sensors placed throughout the house.

Lets discuss smart thermostats and specifically what is available for HomeKit. We will also look at all the different types of data we can collect from sensors.

Please join us at the next Mini’app’les meeting!

DATE

Tuesday, June 7

TIME

7:00 PM Social and Q&A
7:30 PM Topic discussion

LOCATION

Zoom online conference room
Please email info@miniapples.org to request the access link.

You can also RSVP on Meetup and get the meeting link.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Road Trip & Vacation Apps

*** Please note: This meeting will be both in-person and online. ***

Today marks the first official day of Summer. That means you may be thinking about taking a vacation. Be it a quick day trip, week long road trip or flight some place.

There are lots of apps to help you plan your trip, maps to guide you on your way, find the best gas prices or find the best hotel or airfare. Let's discuss some good options to help you enjoy your summer adventures!

Please join us at the next Mini’app’les meeting!

DATE

Tuesday, June 21

TIME

6:00 PM Social and Q&A
6:30 PM Topic discussion

LOCATION (both in-person and online options):

Southdale Library (Helen Young Room)
7001 York Ave S, Edina, MN 55435
Google Maps / Apple Maps

Zoom online conference room
Please email info@miniapples.org to request the access link.

You can also RSVP on Meetup and get the meeting link.

We look forward to seeing you there!