Mobile - Ken Muse

Decoding Binary Data in Swift

Thu, 23 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

To properly decode binary data in Swift, it helps to be able to incrementally read the data and convert it to a Swift type. Learn to build a Binary Data Reader!

Creating Swift Binary Decoders

Thu, 16 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

If you want to be able to parse Bluetooth data, you need to be able to decode it. Learn to implement a custom Swift binary decoder.

Creating an Int24 for iOS

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

To develop a Bluetooth application for iOS in Swift, we need a 24-bit unsigned integer. In this post, we'll explore how to create an integer data type in Swift.

Understanding Bluetooth Basics

Sat, 13 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

The first step in building a Bluetooth Low Energy app is understanding the basics of how data is provided to clients using Services and Characteristics.

Swift, Workouts, and Bluetooth Low Energy

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

I needed accurate workout details, so I decided to turn my treadmill into a smart device and integrate it with my Apple watch. Learn how I started my journey.

Moving From Android to iPhone

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

My wife and I have been long-time fans of Google’s products (until they discontinue them, of course!) and have used Android devices for as long as they’ve been available. When Google introduce the Nexus and Pixel phones, we moved to those to enjoy the first-party experience. It was no small decision to try out the new iPhone 14 Pro and Max devices to see how they compared. Working with a lot of Apple products already, it promised to give me a more integrated experience between work and personal devices. At the same time, Google updated both of our phones to Pixel 6a, giving us newer versions of those devices. One great thing about Google is definitely how inexpensive they make it to upgrade each year. This year, it was free to upgrade while last year it was just over $100 to step up to a newer model.