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MacStories UnwindOasis and SuperheroesThis week, Federico recounts his trip to London to see Oasis play Wembley Stadium, and John recommends the new Fantastic Four movie plus a great deal on a classic comedy. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment Picks Federico’s Pick: Oasis Live at Wembley Stadium John’s Pick: Fantastic Four: First Steps Unwind Deal Warm up for Happy Gilmore 2 on Netflix with the original: Happy Gilmore, released in 1996, is available in the TV app for just $7.99 Leave Feedback for...
2025-08-0122 minMacStories UnwindBanana!This week, John struggles to update an old Apple TV and two HomePod minis, Federico sets up OTA TV, and they both go bananas over Donkey Kong Bananza. Also available on YouTube here. This episode is sponsored by: Hello Weather: The Exceptionally Useful Weather App for iOS, Totally Redesigned for 2025 Links and Show Notes Unplugged Topics John struggles to update an Apple TV and HomePod minis Federico installs an HDHomeRun for OTA TV Picks John and Federico’s Joint Pick: Donkey Kong Bananza Leave Feedback for John an...
2025-07-2522 minMacStories UnwindShifting Workflows and a Dark ComedyThis week, Federico’s return to Apple system apps has ended and new workflow experiments have begun. Plus, John shares a dark comedy, and Federico has an anti-pick. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes Federico’s Evolving Workflow: MCP and More Mentioned: HyperContext Longplay Longplay for Mac Launches with Powerful AI and Shortcuts Integration Longplay comes to the Mac Picks John’s Pick: Friendship Federico’s Anti-Pick: The Bear, Season 4 Unwind Deal Note: Sadly since recording, Zombieland has returned to $14.99 but is still available as a $3.99...
2025-07-1821 minMacStories UnwindOur Updated Gear SetupsThis week, Federico and John discuss the updates to their work and play tech gear setups. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes Our Gear Setups Federico’s Pick: ASUS ROG PG27UCDM monitor with built-in KVM Nintendo Switch 2 Mac Studio Coiled USB-C to USB-C Cable Razer Wolverine V3 Pro Controller Viture Pro XR glasses Viture Mobile dock John’s Pick: Arylic LP10 AirPlay 2 Wireless Music Streamer GL.iNet GL-BE3600 (Slate 7) Portable Travel Router tomtoc Sling Bag Crossbody Backpack MOFT Invisible Laptop Stand Leave Feedback for John and Federico M...
2025-07-1118 minMacStories UnwindThe Big Update You Probably Didn't Even NoticeThis week, Federico and John dig into MacStories’ big infrastructure update, John tours Wilmington, NC TV locations, and they both have TV, movie, and music picks, plus two movie deals. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment MacStories gets an under-the-hood makeover Wilmington, NC TV Dawson’s Creek One Tree Hill The Waterfront on Netflix Picks Federico’s Pick: Idols by Yungblud And Just Like That, Season 3 on HBO John’s Pick: Mountainhead on HBO Unwind Deal Independence Day and Independence Day Resurgence 2-Pack $7.99 instead...
2025-06-2717 minMacStories UnwindBeta Season and Crime DramasThis week, John installs macOS Tahoe, he and Federico each recommend a recent crime drama, and we have a Daredevil Unwind deal. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment macOS Tahoe macOS Tahoe Press Release macOS Tahoe: The MacStories Overview Apple’s upcoming transcription API Hands-On How Apple’s New Speech APIs Outpace Whisper for Lightning-Fast Transcription - MacStories Yap Picks Federico’s Pick: Your Friends and Neighbors on Apple TV+ John’s Pick: Department Q on Netflix Unwind Deal Daredevil, Seasons 1–3 – lowest price ever o...
2025-06-2018 minMacStories UnwindDropping DropboxThis week, John quits Dropbox, Federico wraps up Friends, and John recommends a pair of movies and a Quentin Tarantino movie deal. Also available on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes John Quits Dropbox for Google Drive Picks Federico’s Picks: Friends Streaming on Max Box Set on Apple TV Friends: The Reunion John’s Double Feature Pick: The Order Fountain of Youth on Apple TV Unwind Deal Kill Bill, Vol. 1 Leave Feedback for John and Federico MacStories Unwind Feedback Form Follow us on Mastodon...
2025-05-3020 minMacStories UnwindPretty Much as You Remember Me: A French-Inspired RPG and 70s-Era Crime DramaThis week Federico and John, share the news that they’ll be at WWDC together for the first time since 2023. Then, Federico recommends Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, an RPG that has taken a lot of gamers by surprise, and John is into Duster, a new JJ Abrams TV show set in the 70s. All that, plus a Raiders of the Lost Ark deal. Also available Fridays on YouTube here. This episode is sponsored by: Inoreader – Boost Productivity and Gain Insights with AI-Powered Intelligence Tools Links and Show Notes WWDC Here We Come!
2025-05-2317 minMacStories UnwindBeverley Hills Blogger: Behind the Scenes at Airbnb's Media Event and MoreThis week, Federico quizzes John about Airbnb’s media event and how it compares to an Apple event, and John shares a superhero TV show and TV deal. Also available Fridays on YouTube here. Links and Show Notes John Enters the Influencer Ring at the Airbnb Media Event Airbnb’s Redesigned App Combines Stays with Services and Unique Experiences Stay tuned for a special Airbnb interview on AppStories Monday, May 19th. Picks John’s Pick: Daredevil: Born Again Unwind Deal Fargo, Seasons 1–3 for $19.99, which is a 50% discount Leave Fe...
2025-05-1620 minMacStories UnwindVoze and Iticci: The AI Spelling ChallengeThis week, find out if we successfully podcasted our way to a new Pope. Learn just how poorly AI can spell Voorhees and Viticci. And, enjoy an audiobook pick, thoughts on Friends, and a Marvel movie bundle deal. Also available on YouTube every Friday here. Links and Show Notes Unplugged: As the conclave continues, two seagulls steal the show on the Sistine Chapel roof A Poll on AI Misspellings Picks John’s Pick: The Wayward Pines Trilogy Book 1: Pines Audiobook and ebook on Apple Books TV show Federico’s Pick: Frie...
2025-05-0917 minMacStories UnwindA Return to the Animal Kingdom and Outdoor SpacesThis week, John and Federico compare wildlife notes, John is set up to work outdoors, Federico has an album to share, and John recommends a movie about ancient Rome. Also available on YouTube here. This episode is sponsored by: Textastic: The Powerful Code Editor for iPad and iPhone — Now Free to Try Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment Groundhog, woodchuck – what’s the difference Picks Federico’s Pick: From Zero (Deluxe Edition) by Linkin Park John’s Pick: Gladiator II on Amazon Prime Video Also on the iTunes...
2025-05-0220 minMacStories UnwindHe's Acting Like a BirdThis week, Federico gets silly with the Vision Pro, and John learns about crypto – typical Unwind stuff. Links and Show Notes Goodwill for Electronics The GRID Picks Federico’s Pick: ResMed Kontor Head Strap Forwardvia John’s Pick: Number Go Up by Zeke Faux Leave Feedback for John and Federico MacStories Unwind Feedback Form Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Bluesky MacStories Unwind MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Affiliate Linking Policy
2025-04-2518 minMacStories UnwindSummertime Drinks, A Tech Gear Update, Media Picks, and MoreThis week, Federico and John each share a couple of drink discoveries and John has updated his video recording and gaming setups, before they share a TV show, documentary, and movie deal. This episode is sponsored by: Fello AI – All-In-One AI Chat Client for macOS. Download it on the App Store today. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment Dropping the Drinks Hop Splash Sparkling Hop Water Recording Video and Gaming: A Setup Update iPhone 16e Elgato Prompter JSAUX 16” FlipGo Pro Dual Portable Monitor TourBox Elite Plus TP-Link Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 BE22000 Whole Home Mesh...
2025-03-2820 minMacStories UnwindA Question of CharacterThis week, Federico questions John’s character before discovering the joy of audiobooks, while John has been listening to more podcasts and has a question for listeners about which TV show he should watch next. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment Federico digs into John’s history as a sports fan. Picks Federico’s Pick: Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI by Ethan Mollick Audiobook version Audiobook on Audible Apple Books Digital Kindle Apple Books Print John’s Pick: Channels with Peter Kafka Which should I watch: Day of the Jackal Apple Cider Vi...
2025-02-2817 minMacStories UnwindA Food ExtremistThis week on Unwind, Federico and John offer a peek behind what it’s like to wait for an Apple press release to drop, Federico critiques an Italian’s recommendations of what to buy at Costco and shares a videogame pick, and John has a new movie for listeners. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Apple Reveals New iPhone 16e with Face ID and 48MP Camera Costco recommendations from an Italian 👍👎? The Italian Products You Should (and Shouldn’t) Buy at Costco, According to an Italian Picks John’s Pick: The Gorge on Apple TV+ Fed...
2025-02-2120 minMacStories UnwindNot Cuddly at AllThis week, John takes listeners back to the animal kingdom, before he and Federico share a couple of TV recommendations. Plus, John shows off a recent dream device acquisition. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Armadillos in the North Carolina mountains Armadillos are expanding in North Carolina. What to know How Armadillos Can Spread Leprosy Picks Federico’s Pick: Severance, Season 2 John’s Pick: Mythic Quest, Season 4 John’s Surprise Transparent Sony PSP Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci - John Voorhees Follow us on Bluesky MacStori...
2025-02-1414 minMacStories UnwindPursuing Pasta PerfectionThis week, Federico and John do some regional grocery shopping, Federico pursues pasta perfection, plus a documentary and podcast recommendation. Show Notes Links and Show Notes Unplugged Shop the Pig: Grocery Store Names Regional Grocery Stores Piggly Wiggly Food Lion Harris Teeter Publix Perfect Handmade High Hydration Pizza e Mortazza Recipe NaturaSi Cacio e Pepe e Corn Starch – Pixel Envy The Perfect Cacio e Pepe Recipe, According to Science Kuzu Kuzu Root Starch Picks John’s Pick: An Update on Our Family on Max Federico’s Pick: Into the Aether The IT...
2025-01-3119 minMacStories UnwindTrying to Reach All the SensesThis week, John judges Southerners’ handling of snow, Federico is a game streaming convert, and John has a new favorite series about the Troubles in Ireland. Plus, we found a great deal on a favorite sitcom. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment The South and snow This video captures it well Picks Federico’s Pick: GeForce NOW John’s Pick: Say Nothing Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland Trailer The book MacStories Unwind Deal of the Week How I Met Your Mother TV series bundle Follow...
2025-01-1717 minMacStories UnwindThe Best Videogames of 2024This week, Federico and John share their favorite videogames of 2024. Links and Show Notes The NPC: Next Portable Console Videogame News list on Bluesky NPC on Bluesky Picks Federico’s Picks: Dragon Age: The Veilguard Learn More Buy Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Learn More Buy Dragon’s Dogma II Learn More Buy Astro Bot Learn More Buy Game of the Other Years:GOTOYs: Dragon Quest XI Also mentioned GameCube To Go episode of NPC Into the Aether John’s Picks: Balatro Learn More Buy Animal Well Learn More Buy Peglin Learn More Buy Dragon’s Dogma...
2024-12-2023 minMacStories UnwindThe Best TV Shows and Movies of 2024This week, John shares a trio of his favorite movies of 2024 and he and Federico share several favorite TV shows from 2024. Links and Show Notes The Best Movies and TV Shows of 2024 John’s Pick: Movies Furiosa Civil War Godzilla Minus One Minus Color TV Shows Loot, Apple TV+ Fallout, Amazon Prime Slow Horses, Apple TV+ Dan Da Dan, Netflix The Gentlemen, Netflix Lessons in Chemistry, Apple TV+ Federico’s Pick: TV Shows Loot, Apple TV+ For All Mankind, season 4 Shrinking, season 2 The Neighborhood on CBS That 90s Show on Netflix Follow us on M...
2024-12-1328 minMacStories UnwindThe Best Music of 2024This week on MacStories Unwind, kick off the first of our annual ‘best of’ Unwind recaps with the best music releases of 2024. Links and Show Notes Songs from our picks and more: The MacStories Unwind 2024 Apple Music Playlist Picks Federico’s Pick 2024 Music Picks: Album of the Year: All Hell by Los Campesinos Top 5: All Hell by Los Campesinos Forever by Charly Bliss POST HUMAN: NeX GEn by Bring Me The Horizon From Zero by Linkin Park Moon Music by Coldplay Honorable Mentions: Songs of a Lost World by The Cure BRAT by Char...
2024-12-0622 minMacStories UnwindThe Infamous Cousin DaveThis week, a Thanksgiving guessing game, neighborly pies, NotebookLM, the Infamous Cousin Dave’s emoji habits, and getting started with retro gaming. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment A traditional Thanksgiving dinner guessing game Do neighbors really welcome you with baked goods? Picks Federico’s Pick: NotebookLM featuring the Infamous Cousin Dave, who is bad at iMessage John’s Pick: Nintendo Switch Online MacStories Unwind Movie Deal Planes, Trains, and Automobiles (deal may not be available in all places) ($10, $5 off) Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhe...
2024-11-2923 minMacStories UnwindWandering Through The Woods With a BatteryThis week, Netflix is making sexy holiday movies, Federico is warming himself with GaN chargers and batteries, and John checks out the latest Deadpool movie in the Vision Pro, shares a new Apple Music playlist, and has a movie deal for listeners. Links and Show Notes Unplugged In _Hot Frosty_ and _The Merry Gentlemen,_ Netflix Makes Nice by Getting Naughty Picks Federico’s Pick: [ROG 140W USB-C GaN charger]((https://rog.asus.com/us/power-protection-gadgets/chargers-and-adapters/rog–140w-usb-c-gan-charger/) UGREEN 300W 48000mAh Power Bank with Smart Digital Display Also mentioned: Anker SOLIX C200 DC Power B...
2024-11-2221 minMacStories UnwindThe Smell of Burning PlasticLinks and Show Notes Picks John’s Pick: Tetris Forever Bonus Pick: Tetris, the movie Trailer the movie on Apple TV+ Federico’s Pick: Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 MacStories Unwind Movie Bargain Top Gun Maverick - $4.99 to buy and $3.99 to rent Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees
2024-11-1522 minMacStories UnwindAn Audio UnboxingThis week, Federico attempts to make audio unboxings a trend, plus he recommends a TV show and videogame, while John encourages listeners to try a decade-old cartoon. Links and Show Notes An Audio Unboxing PlayStation 5 Pro Picks Federico’s Picks: How to Die Alone on Hulu Dragon Age: The Veilguard John’s Pick: Over the Garden Wall Over the Garden Wall 10th Anniversary Stop Motion Short Additional Reading: Over the Garden Wall’s stop-motion anniversary short is the perfect balm Polygon Over the Garden Wall Perfectly capturing the loneliness of October Vox Foll...
2024-11-0822 minMacStories UnwindThat Ain't SpookyThis week, the differences between U.S. and Italian Halloween, plus game, app, and TV recommendations. We also share a spooky season movie bundle deal. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Happy Halloween FAQs About Halloween In Italy National Park of Abruzzo Interested in Falconry? Picks John’s Pick: Pokémon TCG Pocket Nintendo Music Federico’s Picks: Metaphor Re:Fantazio Launch Trailer Only Murders in the Building, Season 4 Trailer The Neighborhood Trailer Shrinking Trailer MacStories Unwind Deal of the Week Scream and Scream (remake) Bundle Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Feder...
2024-11-0122 minMacStories UnwindHow We're Using Our iPad minisThis week, Federico and John share how they use their iPad minis along with a couple of TV shows. Links and Show Notes How We’re Using Our iPad minis Apps Discussed Play GoodLinks Readwise Reader Lire TV Picks John Dan Da Dan Federico Hijack Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees
2024-10-2516 minMacStories UnwindPaying in the BlackThis week, Federico suspects his new vacuum cleaner is the victim of corporate foul play, and John is denied a donut and apple cider slushie thanks to his reliance on technology. Links and Show Notes A Vacuum Dilemma Dyson Gen5detect cordless vacuum cleaner Dyson Gen5detect Accessories sold out John’s solution for Federico’s balcony Paying in the Black Italy to allow larger cash payments despite central bank objections Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads MacStories Federico Viticci John Voor...
2024-10-1822 minMacStories UnwindHot RabbiThis week, John shares a spooky story, Federico and he both have TV show picks, and they update listeners on their progress in The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. Links and Show Notes A Spooky Story Brightwurks Debuts ‘Here’s to the Crazy Ones’ Letterpress Poster for Charity [Update: Pulled] Picks John’s Pick: Slow Horses on Apple TV Trailer The Legend of Zelda: Echos of Wisdom Check In Federico’s Pick Nobody Wants This on Netflix Trailer Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Thre...
2024-10-1115 minMacStories UnwindI Look Like an Apple Promotional PhotoThis week, Federico gets some help tackling cable management and John does hard time at the DMV, but still had time for a gritty new crime drama. Links and Show Notes Federico Gets Help with Cable Management Federico’s new white microphone arm: TONOR Microphone Boom Arm John Does Hard Time at the DMV As complaints mount over long waits, DMV head questioned by NC lawmakers Pick John’s Pick: The Penguin on Max Trailer Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Thre...
2024-10-0417 minMacStories Unwind'I Want to Be Friendly With All Animals'This week, an unexpected return to the wild kingdom, John’s iPhone 16 Pro Max first impressions, and movie and videogame picks. Show Notes Links and Show Notes A Return to the Animal Kingdom Black vultures A wolf in Rome Picks John’s Pick: The Fall Guy Trailer Rent on Amazon Prime and Apple TV Stream on Peacock Federico’s Pick: The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom On Amazon Launch Trailer Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads MacStories Federico Viticc...
2024-09-2720 minMacStories UnwindThe Tail Unwinding the DogThis week, Federico and John unwind on air about how they’re doing post-review week, preview Federico’s Playstation Portal theory, and share family members’ reactions to iOS 18. Links and Show Notes PlayStation Portal Astro Bot The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom The Tail Wagging the Dog Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees
2024-09-2017 minMacStories UnwindAre We There Yet?This week, as we approach the release of Apple’s updated OSes, Federico and John check in on where their reviews stand and the one distraction they’ve both allowed themselves in the final stretch. Links and Show Notes An OS Review Vibe Check Coming Soon on MacStories Picks Federico and John’s Joint Pick: Astro Bot on the PS5 Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhe...
2024-09-1319 minMacStories UnwindToo Dive-y, Even for MeThis week, John researches a local dive bar, as you do, before recommending gadgets that aren’t computers or videogame consoles and chatting about Loot, Season 2. Links and Show Notes Too Dive-y It doesn’t get much divier than . Favorite Gadgets That Aren’t Computers or Videogame Consoles John’s Picks LG C2 55" OLED TV Breville Precision Brewer Drip Coffee Machine Federico DeLonghi EC9355M La Specialista Prestigio Espresso Machine Picks John’s Pick: Loot, Season 2 on Apple TV+ Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorh...
2024-08-3020 minMacStories UnwindThe Limits of Public Gadget TestingThis week, John and Federico discuss peanut butter, the limits of testing gadgets in public, and Federico’s latest Spotify experiment before turning to a movie and two music recommendations. This episode is sponsored by: FastMinder – The popular app designed for tracking intermittent fasting, created by Funn Media, the developers behind other successful health & fitness apps like WaterMinder, Calory or FitnessView. Links and Show Notes Peanut Butter Sandwiches The Limits of Public Gadget Testing Insta360 X4 Insta360 Chest Strap Revisiting Spotify Spotify Picks John’s Pick: Furiosa...
2024-08-2321 minMacStories UnwindThey Can't Slalom, But They're Good at DownhillThis week, Federico and John discuss alligator races and distraction free E-Ink thermostats for writers, plus a TV show pick and three videogame recommendations. Links and Show Notes Alligator and E-Ink Follow-Up How to survive an alligator attack – or better yet, avoid one entirely Here are some more survival tips from various wildlife departments and other experts: If you can escape on land, run away in a straight line. Experts debunk the advice to zig-zag. Gators can move really fast on land, but only in short bursts and distances before they tir...
2024-08-1622 minMacStories UnwindTwo Weeks Is an EternityThis week, John and Federico return to the animal kingdom and share their E-ink device hot takes, along with a movie pick. Snakes, Alligators, and Bears, Oh My! Alligator found on dark road north of Charlotte, far from its known range, NC cops say E-Ink Readers Boox Tab Ultra Boox Palma Boox Go Color 7 Picks John’s Pick: Civil War Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram MacStories Federico Viticci John Vo...
2024-08-0920 minMacStories UnwindMedia Tracking Apps and Picks with Special Guest Devon DundeeThis week, John is joined by Devon Dundee to talk about media tracking strategies and share three TV series picks. Links and Show Notes Media Tracking Strategies Sequel Sofa GameTrack MusicHarbor TV Forecast Devon’s Shortcut:Watch History Journal 2 Also mentioned: Collections Picks Devon’s Picks: Lessons in Chemistry Trailer Mr. Robot Trailer John’s Pick: Sunny Trailer Follow Devon Dundee’s Work Website: devondundee.com Podcast: Magic Rays of Light Mastodon: @devondundee Threads: @devondundee Follow John and Federico on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow John and...
2024-08-0223 minMacStories UnwindSummer Travel EditionThis week, John decides to take the iPad-only travel plunge, and Federico advises on which gaming handhelds to bring on a trip. Links and Show Notes Summer Travel and Tech John’s Tavel Setup 11" iPad Pro Magic Keyboad Case EPICKA Universal Travel Adapter with GaN 75W Charger Airalo eSIMs (Use JOHN64205 for $3 off) Nintendo Switch OLED Miyoo Mini A30 Federico’s Travel Setup Waterfield City Slicker for the Steam Deck Plugable 5-in–1 Thunderbolt 4 Hub XREAL Air AR Glasses The latest update to the MacStories Setups page Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticc...
2024-07-1920 minMacStories UnwindTo Catch a Bay Leaf ThiefThis week, the Umarell return and a bay leaf mystery must be solved with technology. Plus, we have summertime movie and TV picks. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment The Umarell Eufy Cameras Home Base 3 Eufy Cam 2C Eufy Cam 2C Pro Eufy Cam 2 Pro Picks John’s Pick: Trigger Warning on Netflix Trailer Federico’s Pick: The Bear, Season 3 on Hulu Trailer Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram MacStories Fede...
2024-07-0519 minMacStories UnwindMid-Year Top PicksThis week, Federico and John look back at the first half of 2024 and pick their favorite TV shows, movies, videogames, music, and gadgets. This episode is sponsored by: Sofa – Be More Intentional with Your Downtime Best Mid-Year Picks Our Mid-Year 2024 Top Media Picks TV John Fallout Season 1 on Amazon Prime Dark Matter on Apple TV+ - The Gentlemen Criminal Record Federico Young Sheldon, final season Games Federico Dragon’s Dogma II Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth John Animal Well Hades II Balatro Pepper Grinder Movies John Godzi...
2024-06-2827 minMacStories UnwindA Feature, Not a ProductThis week, John and Federico explain how they unwind after WWDC and how they think about MacStories’ family of podcasts before recommending a comedy series, action movie, and album. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment Unwinding after WWDC Raleigh Retro Gamers Summer Expo 2024 Limited Run Games Limited Run Games is opening an ’80s-themed physical game store A Feature Not a Product MacStories’ family of podcasts Sigmund Judge’s Apple TV Go story Related episode of Magic Rays of Light Picks Federico’s Pick: The Neighborhood, Season 1 - 6 Streaming on Paramount+, Amazon Prime, and CBS...
2024-06-2019 minMacStories UnwindTrapped Inside Apple ParkThis week, John is joined by Jonathan Reed and Sigmund Judge for an explanation of how John missed his first episode of AppStories in seven years this week, an update from Sigmund on what’s coming to tvOS and Apple TV+, plus a bunch of picks from everyone. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment You can enter Apple Park, but you may never leave WWDC 2024: Keynote First Impressions WWDC 2024: Intelligence Briefings tvOS and TV+ with Sigmund Judge tvOS 18: The MacStories Overview Picks Jonathan’s Picks: Eels Time! by The Eels Hot Rod Sigm...
2024-06-1428 minMacStories UnwindA USPS RG35XXSP TaleThis week, John’s off to WWDC, our MacStories Unwind playlist gets updated, two new podcasts join the MacStories podcast family, and a sad story about the USPS and Anbernic’s RG35XXSP. Plus an immersive video pick for the Vision Pro and a music pick. This episode is sponsored by: Listen Later – Listen to the Articles as Podcasts Links and Show Notes Unplugged Updates to the MacStories Unwind 2024 playlist on Apple Music Two New MacStories Podcasts [https://www.macstories.net/npc/](NPC: Next Portable Console) Comfort Zone A sad delivery story about t...
2024-06-0727 minMacStories UnwindThe MacStories Unwind 2024 Apple Music PlaylistThis week, Federico and John take the wraps off the official MacStories Unwind 2024 Apple Music Playlist, tease upcoming projects, and recommend a recent Apple TV+ show and a cozy videogame. This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps. It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo now. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment John and Federico tease new projects coming to MacStories soon If you feel safe in the area you’re working in, you’re not working in the right a...
2024-05-3130 minMacStories UnwindA Small Fire at 3AMThis week, John updates listeners on his new 11" iPad Pro and Federico lights a fire, plus YouTube, app, and TV recommendations. Links and Show Notes The 11" iPad Pro Blowing fuses in power supplies Picks John’s Pick: Retro Game Corps Videos mentioned: I’m Starting to Love the Legion Go Emulation on the Lenovo Legion Go Who is “Russ from Retro Game Corps”? Federico’s Picks: Moonlight Young Sheldon CBS Apple TV app Up Next: Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads...
2024-05-2422 minMacStories UnwindSo, I Was Thinking About the iPad Pro...This week, Federico proposes an iPad Pro experiment and he and John both recommend Steam Early Access games, one of which is also on iOS. This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps. It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo now. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment Taking Another Run at Podcasting on the iPad Pro Revisiting this story from three years ago... Podcasting on iPad Pro and Mac: A Streamlined Approach with the Sound Devices MixPre-3 II ...and...
2024-05-1620 minMacStories UnwindFederico Visits Medium BenThis week, Federico and John discuss how Apple crushed it at its iPad event, and Federico lets loose in London. Links and Show Notes Crushing It Apple's Crush! ad Hugh Grant, Justine Bateman and More Slam Apple for iPad Pro ‘Crush’ Ad: ‘Truly, What Is Wrong With You?’ Apple’s New iPad Ad Leaves Its Creative Audience Feeling … Flat Federico Lets Loose in London MacStories' 'Let Loose' event coverage Photos from Federico's trip With Myke on the Thames Apple's Battersea Station atrium John Ternus kicks off the event in London Federico and John Ternus...
2024-05-1024 minMacStories UnwindAn Ant BBQThis week, we return to an animal kingdom to discuss invading fire ants, raccoons, and wild boar before recommending a Mario classic and Amazon's TV adaptation of the Fallout videogame series. Links and Show Notes Ghost in the TV John Versus the Fire Ants Red Imported Fire Ant in North Carolina “Controlling Fire Ants, Pests That Seems to Always Be Present” Image Picks Federico’s Pick: Paper Mario and the Thousand Year Door (GameCube version) Original Trailer Remake Trailer John’s Pick: Fallout Fallout 3 game Fallout 4 game Follow us on Masto...
2024-05-0322 minMacStories UnwindiOS Retro Gaming 5 EvaThis week, why game emulators on iOS are a big deal, Girls5eva, and Franklin. This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps. It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo now. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment The Wild World of iOS Retro Gaming Related MacStories articles: Game On: Speed Running Game Emulation on iOS How to Load Your Game Boy Games Onto the iPhone to Play in the Delta Emulator Emulators Will Change the App Store Forever T...
2024-04-2621 minMacStories UnwindCattywampusThis week, John is wired, we explore Southern expressions, share some Legion Go follow-up and have app, hardware, TV, and music picks. This episode is sponsored by: Listen Later – Listen to the Articles as Podcasts Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment Southern Expressions Southern Phrases That Others Need A Dictionary For Are Southern accents disappearing? Linguists say yes Also mentioned: Markdownload Safari extension Legion Go Follow-Up Also mentioned: Espresso 17 Pro Picks John’s Pick: Delta Game Emulator GameSir X2S Controller for the iPhone and iPad mini Also mentioned: GameSir G8 G...
2024-04-1932 minMacStories UnwindIt's All Been Leading up to ThisThis week, at long last, Federico has reached the pinnacle of handheld gaming with a setup that he's been working toward for years. This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn't secure it can't access your apps. It's Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo now. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Segment Espresso soda follow-up Moka Drink from Cosenza Brasilena A Federico Videogame Surprise SteamOS-like Linux Projects Nobara Linux Bazzite Dual Boot Guide - BazziteOS and Windows on the Legion Go (Updated) How To Install NEW...
2024-04-1246 minMacStories UnwindI Don't Believe This WebsiteThis week, cicadas invade Italian TV, John tries an espresso soda, Dragon's Dogma 2, The Creator, and what's next in our media queues. Links and Show Notes Unplugged Previous cicada coverage Espresso Sodas Coffee soda: a Calabrian soft drink A recipe Pickle Flavored Almonds from Ruminate 181 Picks Federico’s Pick: Dragon's Dogma 2 Launch Trailer Into the Aether, Dragon's Dogma: The Third Pillar (feat. Dragon's Dogma 2 I Love That Dragon’s Dogma 2 Doesn’t Let Me Save Scum John’s Pick: The Creator Trailer Streaming on Hulu For rent or purchase on Apple TV Also men...
2024-04-0529 minMacStories UnwindFederico's Film Fest: MementoThis week, Federico and John are joined by Jonathan Reed to discuss Christopher Nolan's film, Memento and our weekly On Deck picks. This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn't secure it can't access your apps. It's Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo now. Links and Show Notes Federico's Film Fest Thanks to everyone who suggested films to Federico after last week's episode of MacStories Unwind. If you'd still like to recommend a movie to him please get in touch on Mastodon or Threads. Mem...
2024-03-2932 minMacStories UnwindOkay, I Have a Whole ThingThis week, Federico watched Eternal Sunshine of a Spotless Mind and has a request for listeners, and John's favorite new TV show is The Gentlemen. Links and Show Notes Picks Federico’s Pick: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind Also mentioned: Eternal Sunshine by Ariana Grande Momento Letterboxd Day One Sequel Criterion Napoleon Magic Rays of Light: Napoleon and Oscars Predictions Send Federico your movie recommendations on Mastodon or Threads John’s Pick: The Gentlemen Trailer On Deck Federico: Your movie recommendations John: Palm Royale on TV+ The Holdovers Follow us on M...
2024-03-2225 minMacStories UnwindMacStories Unwind: A Videogame DoubleheaderSpring is in the air, the cicadas are coming, and Federico is teasing a bigger and better MultiButton shortcut. That makes it the perfect time for a videogame doubleheader with Balatro and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – Ensure that if a device isn't secure it can't access your apps. It's Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo now. Links and Show Notes Double Brood Invasion Imminent Billions of cicadas are set to appear in a rare ‘double brood emergence,’ scientists say MultiButton 1.1 and CAPS MultiButton 1.1 Makes t...
2024-03-1523 minMacStories UnwindLive MacPad Q&A from the Club MacStories Town HallThis week, Federico and John are joined by Jonathan Reed in the Club MacStories Discord community for a live question and answer session about Federico's MacPad setup. Links and Show Notes MacPad: How I Created the Hybrid Mac-iPad Laptop and Tablet That Apple Won’t Make AppStories, Episode 373 – Introducing the MacPad Hypervisor visualization on the iPad Black Rock Kickstand Cover Cover Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees
2024-03-0834 minMacStories UnwindObsessing over Wi-FiThis week on Unwind, Federico teases a big project he's been working on that will be out on MacStories next week, plus both he and John obsess over their Wi-Fi setups but wish Apple would make hardware that made it all easier. Sponsored By: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn't secure it can't access your apps. It's Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo now. Links and Show Notes Federico Teases a Big Project Stop by MacStories on Monday for a story you won't want to miss. Obsessing over Wi...
2024-03-0124 minMacStories UnwindRipping CDs for a LivingThis week, John shares his tech discoveries during a visit to a classical radio station, Federico finally goes for a spider-style gaming Wi-Fi router, and John recommends Criminal Record on Apple TV+. This episode is sponsored by: Paste – Endless Clipboard for Mac and iOS Devices Links and Show Notes Unplugged Radio station tech WDAV Picks Federico’s Pick: NVIDIA Shield Sunshine remote PC game server Moonlight John’s Pick: Criminal Record on Apple TV+ Trailer Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads...
2024-02-2325 minMacStories UnwindVision Pro Q&A with Club MacStories MembersThis week, Federico and John answer questions from Jonathan Reed and Club MacStories members about the Apple Vision Pro live from the Club MacStories Discord audio channel. This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn't secure it can't access your apps. It's Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo now. Links and Show Notes Read all the Apple Vision Pro coverage on MacStories by following the tag Vision Pro. To participate in live Club MacStories events, subscribe to Club MacStories+ or Club Premier. Follow us on Mastodon Mac...
2024-02-1645 minMacStories UnwindGodzilla Vs. Ticci's Surprise, Part 2Links and Show Notes John's Pick Magic Rays of Light Godzilla Minus One Trailer Watch Godzilla Minus One in dazzling black and white during limited US run Monarch: Legacy of Monsters Ticci's Absolutely Bananas Gaming Tablet ROG Flow Z13 ROG Flow Z13-ACRNM RMT02 Strap included. The Ultimate lifestyle shots Ticci and ACRNM. Who doesn't love a kickstand? Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees
2024-01-1931 minMacStories UnwindFederico's New Year SurpriseLinks and Show Notes Federico's New Year Surprise The Yuzu Switch emulator Switch Hacking Is Easy Hekate Nintendo Switch Piracy & Hacking - Did You Know Gaming Ft. Dazz Discoverer of the Tegra chip exploit Follow us on Mastodon MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Threads MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram MacStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees
2024-01-1225 minMacStories UnwindThe Best Videogame Hardware and Games of 2023Links and Show Notes Hardware Picks Asus ROG Ally XG Mobile 4090 OLED Steam Deck Steam Clip Deckmate Allymate XREAL Air UVC Capture on the iPad Orion app Ayn Odin 2 Pro Daijisho HandheldDIY Game Picks Joint Game of the Year The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Other Joint Picks Metroid Prime Remastered Super Mario Bros. Wonder Federico's Other Picks: Cocoon Sea of Stars John's Other Pick: Hi-Fi Rush Backlogs Federico Lies of P Jusant Final Fantasy XVI Chants of Sennaar Baldurs Gate 3 Armored Core VI, Fires of Rubicon Resident Evil 4 Remake Blasphemous 2 John Spider-Man 2 Dave the Diver Dredge Also...
2023-12-2237 minMacStories UnwindThe Best TV Shows and Movies of 2023This episode is sponsored by: Television Time – Your Ultimate Companion for tracking your favorite shows, and discovering new ones. Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps. It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo today! Links and Show Notes Unplugged The MacStories Team Is on Threads (Again) Federico’s TV Picks: Suburræterna on Netflix Ted Lasso on Apple TV+ Platonic on Apple TV+ For All Mankind on Apple TV+ Also mentioned: Media tracking app, Sequel John’s TV Picks: Lessons in Chemis...
2023-12-1532 minMacStories UnwindThe Best Music of 2023This episode is sponsored by: Longplay – Rediscover, enjoy and organize your album collection. Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps. It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo today! Links and Show Notes Federico’s Top 5: the record by boygenius So Much for Stardust by Fallout Boy One More Time by Blink 182 The Maine by The Maine Lobes by We are Scientists Federico's Album of the Year the record by boygenius Federico’s Honorable Mentions: Guts by Olivia Rodrigo This is Why by Paramo...
2023-12-0831 minMacStories UnwindFlora and Son and Federico's Latest Tech DiscoveryThis episode is sponsored by: Kolide – It ensures that if a device isn’t secure it can’t access your apps. It’s Device Trust for Okta. Watch the demo today! Links and Show Notes John's Pick Flora and Son, on Apple TV+ Trailer Federico's Pick XREAL Air XREAL Beam Also mentioned: Genki Convert Dock Mini Follow us on Mastodon Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram Federico Viticci John Voorhees
2023-10-0623 minMacStories UnwindI'm 35, I've Had a Hot Dog!Links and Show Notes Vacations, OS Updates, and Widgets iOS and iPadOS 17 After One Month: It’s All About Widgets, Apps, and Stage Manager macOS Sonoma: The MacStories Preview Hot Dogs Hot Dog History Real Italians Put Hot Dogs and French Fries on Their Pizza Ed. Note: We have reached out to Mr. Viticci for comment, who failed to respond before publication. John’s Pick: The First Two Pages of Frankenstein by The National Federico's Pick Only Murders in the Building, Season 3 Trailer Follow us on Mastodon Federico Viti...
2023-08-1824 minMacStories UnwindAn Iced Coffee, a Mouse, New Caledonia, and John WickLinks and Show Notes Iced Coffee John's jug of Calafia Farms Cold Brew A recipe for Federico Federico’s Picks: Logitech Lift Vertical Mouse Tchia Launch Trailer A Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Trailer aside because we couldn't help ourselves John’s Pick: John Wick, Chapter 4 Trailer Follow us on Mastodon Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram Federico Viticci John Voorhees
2023-04-1418 minMacStories UnwindA Federico Surprise and RollerdromeLinks and Show Notes Federico’s Pick: Legion 7i Gen 6 (16” Intel) Gaming Laptop John’s Pick: Rollerdrome Steam PS4 and PS5 Trailer Follow us on Twitter Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram Federico Viticci John Voorhees
2022-09-2323 minMacStories UnwindJohn's SurpriseSponsored by: Kolide: Endpoint security for teams that Slack. Try Kolide for 14 days free; no credit card required. John’s Pick: Aya Neo Next Pro Specs CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5825U (8 cores, 16 threads, 2 - 4.5 GHz) GPU: AMD Radeon Vega 8 (integrated) 2TB SSD 32GB RAM 1.59 pounds (720 grams) Windows 10 7" touchscreen with 1280 x 800 resolution Games Dorfromantik ElecHead Loot River Forza Horizon 5 Burnout Paradise Tunic Hades Aya Neo Reviews Aya Neo Next Pro Review: A Pricey Steam Deck Competitor Aya Neo Next review: a Steam Deck alternative with Windows Federico's Surprise from March Follow us on Tw...
2022-06-0327 minMacStories UnwindFederico's SurpriseLinks and Show Notes CORSAIR ONE i300 Compact Gaming PC GeForce RTX 3080 Ti GeForce RTX 3080 Ti benchmark test video C-Force CF015 Next Follow us on Twitter Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram Federico Viticci John Voorhees
2022-03-1825 minMacStories UnwindShortcuts, Pixelmator Pro, the Apple Watch, and Special Deals on MacStories Pixel IconsLinks and Show Notes Rewind The Curious Case of Apple’s Missing App Integrations for Shortcuts Exporting Links from Safari Reading List via Shortcuts for Mac Pixelmator Pro Updated with Background Removal, Subject Selection, and Select and Mask Tools David Smith Tests the Apple Watch Series 7’s Battery Life in the Scottish Highlands Apple Publishes Annual Holiday Ad: Saving Simon MacStories Shortcuts Icons and Perspective Icons: 40% Off from Black Friday to Cyber Monday Club MacStories This Holiday Season, Give the Gift of Club MacStories, and If You’re a Club Member, Get Something Back For Yo...
2021-11-2719 minMacStories UnwindmacOS Monterey and iOS and iPadOS 15.1 Are Here, Plus Shortcuts for Mac, and a MacBook Pro ReviewThis episode is sponsored by: Daylite – It's Monterey Ready! Daylite on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind macOS Monterey: The MacStories Review Apple Releases iOS and iPadOS 15.1 with SharePlay, Safari for iPad Fixes, Shortcuts Improvements, and More Shortcuts for Mac: 27 of Our Favorite Third-Party Integrations Austin Mann on the M1 MacBook Pros Club MacStories MacStories Weekly A collection of John's favorite XL widgets Federico on the gap between Apple system apps and their Shortcuts actions An all-new MacStories Unplugged that take a behind-the-scenes look at...
2021-10-2926 minMacStories UnwindHalide's Macro Mode, the AirPods Find My Update, and a Safari 15 Extension to Identify the Active TabThis episode is sponsored by: Firstseed Calendar – Best Calendar, Best Widgets Read more about Firstseed Calendar on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind Halide 2.5 Adds New Macro Mode Hands On with AirPods’ New Find My Support ActiveTab: A Simple Extension to Tell Which Safari 15 Tab is Active Apple Watch Series 7 Orders Begin October 8th and Will Be Available Beginning October 15th Google Appears to Have Stopped Serving AMP Search Results to Safari Users on iOS and iPadOS 15 Club MacStories MacStories Weekly...
2021-10-0823 minMacStories UnwindSafari Extensions, a CARROT Weather Update, and iWork App ChangesRewind Apple Updates Pages with Screen View, Numbers with Pivot Tables, Keynote with Live Video, and More CARROT Weather 5.4: XL Widgets, Time Sensitive Notifications, Complication Customization, Themes, Icons, and More Safari Extensions for iOS and iPadOS 15: A Roundup of Our Favorites How iPadOS 15 Ruined Chris Welch’s iPad Home Screen Club MacStories Monthly Log Federico on Marvis Pro John on setting up devices from scratch John published the latest Macintosh Desktop Experience column all about his Loupedeck Live workflows MacStories Weekly Craft Federico shares a Working Copy Shortcut fo...
2021-10-0127 minMacStories UnwindDoppler for Mac, Sofa 3.0, GarageBand, Earnings and a Big Album DropsThis episode is sponsored by: Honeybadger – Your Secret Weapon for Exception, Uptime, and Cron Monitoring Learn more about Honeybadger on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind Apple Releases Remix Sessions, Sound Packs, and Producer Packs for GarageBand on the iPhone and iPad Doppler for Mac Offers an Excellent Album and Artist-Focused Listening Experience for Your Owned Music Collection Sofa 3.0 Adds New Ways to Manage Your Media Lists Along With a New Business Model Apple Q3 2021 Results - $81.4 Billion Revenue Club MacStories Monthly Log...
2021-07-3024 minMacStories UnwindiOS and iPadOS Beta Updates and Shortcuts NewsThis episode is sponsored by: GoodTask – Get It Done With the Task Manager Based on Apple's Reminders and Calendars Read more about GoodTask on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind Dr. Drang on How Shortcuts Fits Into Existing Mac Automation Photo Editing and Management App Darkroom Adds Extensive Shortcuts Support Club MacStories MacStories Weekly Federico re-engineers his Timery timer setup in Shortcuts John covers the many ways to use Shortcuts on the Mac A Remote Control & Mobile Mouse giveaway Results of our WWDC 2021 straw poll AppStories Ap...
2021-06-2530 minMacStories UnwindFederico's iPad Pro Review, M1 iMacs, Spatial Audio and Lossless Streaming, Halide, and Pok Pok PlayroomThis episode is sponsored by: Bartender – Take Control of Your Menu Bar Read more about Bartender on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind iPad Pro 2021 Review: Future on Standby Austin Mann on the M1 iPad Pro for Pro Photographers M1 iMac Review Roundup Apple Announces Spatial Audio and Lossless Playback for Apple Music Subscribers Coming in June AirPods and HomePods Will Not Support Apple Music’s New Lossless Audio Apple Releases Two Pride Watch Bands and a New Pride Watch Face Lux...
2021-05-2123 minMacStories UnwindiOS 14.5, 1Blocker, a New Thread HomeKit Accessory, and Earning ResultsThis episode is sponsored by: Honeybadger – Your Secret Weapon for Exception, Uptime, and Cron Monitoring Read more about Honeybadger on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind MacStories iOS and iPadOS 14.5: The MacStories Overview Hands-On With Apple Music’s New Collections of Chart-Toppers in Cities Around the World “Your Information Is for Sale. You Have Become the Product.” 1Blocker 4.0 Adds In-App Tracker Blocking with Its New Firewall Feature Updated Eve Energy Smart Plug and Energy Meter Released with Thread Support Spotify Rolling Out Redesigned ‘Your Library’ Page for Mobile Apps Apple Q2 2021 Results - $89.58 Bill...
2021-04-3024 minMacStories UnwindApple Event Announced, Spotify's Car Thing, Fitness+ Expanded, and HomeKit AdviceThis episode is sponsored by: MindNode – Ever Had a Geistesblitz? Read more about MindNode on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind Apple Announces Online Media Event for April 20, 2021 Spotify Announces Car Thing: Dedicated Audio Streaming Hardware for Drivers Apple Expands Fitness+ Offerings with New Classes Designed for Pregnancy and Older Adults, New Trainers, and Time to Walk with Jane Fonda Quinn Nelson’s Approach to Home Automation Club MacStories MacStories Weekly Federico unveils MusicLink a shortcut that creates links to multiple music services and John...
2021-04-1622 minMacStories UnwindWWDC Announced, HoverBar Duo and Darkroom Reviews, Maps, Siri, and Music NewsThis episode is sponsored by: Concepts – Sketch, Note, Draw Read more about Concepts on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind Apple Announces That WWDC 2021 Will Be Online-Only Again from June 7 - 11 A First Look at the Apple Developer App’s New Design and Search Functionality HoverBar Duo: The MacStories Review Darkroom 5.2 Improves Photo Management with New Flag and Reject Functionality Spotify Launches New ‘Spotify Mixes’ with Personalized Playlists Based on Artists, Genres, and Decades Apple and Others Invest $50 million into Music Distributor UnitedMasters C...
2021-04-0232 minMacStories UnwindMac OS X Turns 20, Shortcuts Links Temporarily Break, and a Big Reflector UpdateThis episode is sponsored by: Ulysses – The Ultimate Writing App for Mac, iPad and iPhone Read more about Ulysses on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind Recently-Created Shortcuts Links Are Currently Broken 20 Years Ago, Mac OS X Set the Stage for Today’s Apple Reflector 4 Updated with Modern UI and M1 Mac Support Spotify Updating Home Hub with Recently Played Section, Deeper Podcast Integration The Pleasures of Conversing via Voice Text Club MacStories MacStories Weekly Federico experiments with Firefox on iOS John buil...
2021-03-2627 minMacStories UnwindFederico Test Drives a High-End iPad Dock, We Recap Reviews of Panic's Nova and Sofa, and the Sad, Perplexing HomePod NewsThis episode is sponsored by: Raycast – Goodbye Spotlight, Hello Raycast Read more about Raycast on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind First Impressions: Kensington’s StudioDock Aims to Turn Your iPad Pro into an Expandable Desktop Workstation Nova Review: Panic’s Code Editor Demonstrates Why Mac-like Design Matters Downtime Organizer Sofa Adds Apps, Audiobooks, Board Games, Deeplinking, Backups, and More Themes Apple Maps Adds COVID-19 Vaccination Sites in the US Apple’s Perplexing Home Strategy Apple Has Discontinued the Original HomePod Club Mac...
2021-03-1932 minMacStories UnwindAdobe Fresco, a New Portable Sonos Speaker, The Fitness+ Studio, and Podcast NewsRewind Adobe Fresco: A Fun and Powerful iPad Drawing and Painting App For Pros and Novices Sonos Announces the AirPlay 2-Compatible Roam Portable Speaker Apple Launches Kid-Friendly Podcast Collections Men’s Health Goes Behind-the-Scenes at Apple’s Fitness+ Studio Apple Has Apparently Pulled the Plug on the iMac Pro Club MacStories MacStories Weekly Federico shares three Taio automations John on how to incorporate Twitter into your RSS reader IINA Mac media player MacStories Unplugged Breaking dishes and other pandemic phenomena Apple Arcade chec...
2021-03-1227 minMacStories UnwindA New Note-Taking Research App for the Mac, Spotify's List of New and Upcoming Features Continues to Grow, and It's Now Easier to Move Your iCloud Photo Library to Google PhotosThis episode is sponsored by: SaneBox – Organize Your Inbox and Never Waste Time on Email Again Read more about SaneBox on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind Coppice: Visual Note-Taking and Research for the Mac Eve Systems Announces That Its New Eve Energy Smart Plug and Eve Weather HomeKit Devices Will Support Thread Apple Clarifies Ability to ‘Set Default’ Audio Apps in iOS 14.5 Spotify Adding Genre and Mood Filters for Liked Songs Apple Launches Service for Transferring iCloud Photos and Videos to Google Photos Club...
2021-03-0524 minMacStories UnwindCES Roundup, An App To Teaching Your Dog New Tricks, and AppStories' 200th EpisodeThis episode is sponsored by: Unite 4 – Turn Websites into Apps on Your Mac Read more about Unite 4 on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind CES Rundown: Highlights of This Year’s Most Intriguing (and Bizarre) Announcements Apple Announces Major Expansion of Its Racial Equity and Justice Initiative Puppr Review: Teach Your Dog New Tricks Club MacStories MacStories Weekly Bartender 4 16 giveaways of productivity apps Federico's GoodTask quick action setup Apps to expand your HomeKit experience MacStories Unplugged: Food, Travel, and Very Good Dogs In t...
2021-01-1525 minMacStories UnwindBig Sur Widgets, Our Big Icon Sale, a MacStories Weekly Milestone, Plus Bonus Unwind PicksThis episode is sponsored by: Permute – Quick Image, Audio, and Video Conversion Read more about Permute on MacStories Get 20% off on Permute for a limited time Links and Show Notes Rewind MacStories Shortcuts Icons and Perspective Icons: 40% Off from Black Friday to Cyber Monday macOS Big Sur: Widget Roundup Club MacStories MacStories Weekly John's Holiday Gift Guide Reading DRM-Free EPUBs in MarginNote for iPad Tips for Remote Tech Support Mac Dictation and Big Sur beta tips MacStories Unplugged: The Year in Music, 2020 Edition Federico an...
2020-11-2733 minMacStories UnwindShortcuts Corner, HomeKit WiFi Routers, Clips, and Music WidgetsThis episode is sponsored by: Sketch – The Design Platform Trusted by Over One Million People Read more about Sketch on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind Using Soor’s Widgets and Magic Mixes Managing the Internet Access of HomeKit Devices with the Linksys Velop Mesh WiFi Router System Apple Signs Jon Stewart to Expansive Deal for TV+ Series and More Clips 3.0 Brings New Video Aspect Ratios and an Upgraded iPad Experience Shortcuts Corner: Apple Frames for iPhone 12 and SE, Get Image Resolution, Encode Images to Base...
2020-10-3022 minMacStories UnwindThe Best Ways to Enjoy Federico's iOS and iPadOS 14 Review, Plus a Rundown of This Week's Apple's EventThis episode is sponsored by: Ulysses – The Ultimate Writing App for Mac, iPad, and iPhone Read more about Ulysses on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind Federico's Annual iOS and iPadOS Review iOS and iPadOS 14: The MacStories Review iOS and iPadOS 14 Review Extras: eBooks, Wallpapers, Shortcuts, Podcasts, and Newsletter Apple Event Apple’s iPhone 12 Lineup: The MacStories Overview Apple’s HomePod mini: The MacStories Overview MagSafe’s Return and Apple’s New iPhone Accessory Lineup Apple’s October 13, 2020 Keynote: By the Numbers Apple’s October 2020 Event: All The Little Things Replay Apple’s...
2020-10-1719 minMacStories UnwindMacStories Unwind: Food Tracking, Time Tracking, and Text Editing, Plus Federico on His Review and American TVThis episode is sponsored by: CardioBot – Heart Rate and Activity Tracker Read more about CardioBot on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind Reviews FoodNoms’ Widgets Thoughtfully Combine Goal Summaries with Actions to Make Food Tracking Easier Than Ever FoodNoms: A Privacy-Focused Food Tracker with Innovative New Ways to Log Meals Timery Debuts Powerful Time Tracking Widgets for iOS 14 Ulysses 21 Brings Revision Mode to iPhone and iPad Alongside Updated Design News Apple Announces October 13, 2020 Online Media Event 4K YouTube Content Begins to Show Up on the Apple TV 4K Apple Health Reco...
2020-10-0934 minMacStories UnwindSticky Notes for Your iPhone, GoodLinks and Deliveries Updates, Plus New iPad Features for Pixelmator, and EmojiThis episode is sponsored by: YOUMAKER – Maximum Protection, Minimum Bulk Read more about YOUMAKER on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind Sticky Widgets Brings Simple Sticky Notes to Your Home Screen Deliveries Modernizes with Improvements in Every Corner of the App GoodLinks Updated with Three-Column iPad Layout, Widgets, and New Keyboard Shortcuts iOS, iPadOS, and macOS Betas Reveal New Emoji Coming Soon Pixelmator 2.6 Adds Pointer Support and More Than 70 Keyboard Shortcuts for iPad Users Justin O’Beirne Details Apple’s Update to Its Maps D...
2020-10-0230 minMacStories UnwindGame Tracking, Wallpapers, and Cooking App ReviewsLinks and Show Notes Rewind GameTrack Review: An Elegant Way to Discover, Track, and Share Videogames The Wallpaper App Review: Endless Wallpapers Tailored for Apple Devices Crouton Review: An Elegant, Modern Recipe Manager and Cooking Aid Phil Schiller Transitions into Reduced Role as Apple Fellow; Greg Joswiak Newly Appointed SVP of Worldwide Marketing Apple Reveals Substantial Update to the 27-inch iMac with Smaller Updates to the 21.5-inch iMac and iMac Pro Club MacStories MacStories Weekly A joint story on the widgets we'd love to...
2020-08-0730 minMacStories UnwindMac Catalyst, Due Reminders on Mac, and a Fiery Feeds UpdateThis episode is sponsored by: Concepts – Sketch, Note, Draw Read more about Concepts on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind Mac Catalyst 2.0: Doubling Down on the Alignment of the Mac and iPad Due for Mac Modernized with New Design and Features Fiery Feeds Adds Full-Text Search, Saved Searches, iPad Pointer Support, and More Apple Q3 2020 Results - $59.7 Billion Revenue Club MacStories Monthly Log Federico explains how his use of MindNode has changed for his iOS and iPadOS 14 review John imagines what a perfect cross-platform ou...
2020-07-3135 minMacStories UnwindDark Noise, Soor, and Game Reviews, Plus a Developer DebriefThis episode is sponsored by: Overdrop Weather – Weather Simplified Read more about OverDrop Weather on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind The Dog Days of Summer Why Do We Call Them the 'Dog Days' of Summer? Florence + The Machine, Dog Days Are Over The Developer Debrief on WWDC 2020 Dark Noise 2 Review: Sound Mixing, New Noises, iPad Cursor Support, and More Game Day: Good Sudoku Soor 2 Review: Magic Mixes and Release Alerts Elevate the Beautiful Apple Music Client Apple Commits to 2030 Carbon Neutrality Across Fu...
2020-07-2427 minMacStories UnwindPixelmator Pro and Ulysses Updates, Plus a HomeKit CameraThis episode is sponsored by: Magic Lasso Adblock – Block Ads, Trackers and Pop-Ups on Your iPhone, iPad, and Mac Read more about Magic Lasso Adblock on MacStories Links and Show Notes Rewind Apple Partners with Historically Black Colleges and Universities to Create New Coding Centers Pixelmator Pro 1.7 Adds Type to Path, Canvas Rotation, and More Apple Releases iOS 13.6 with Apple News Audio Features and Expanded Local News Coverage, Plus Digital Car Key Support Eve Cam: An Excellent Addition to a HomeKit Secure Video Setup Ulysses 20 Re...
2020-07-1737 minMacStories UnwindThe ADAs, New Apple Watch Details, and Big Sur's RedesignRewind Apple Design Awards for 2020 Awarded to Eight Developers Apple’s Kevin Lynch on watchOS 7’s Sleep Tracking How the watchOS 7 Handwashing Feature Works Michael Flarup on Big Sur’s New Design Apple Adds Look Around for Seattle, Washington in Maps Apple News Loses The New York Times Club MacStories MacStories Weekly John shares a collection of small but interesting changes coming in macOS Big Sur Federico shares an OmniFocus shortcut for iOS and iPadOS 14 Ryan considers Apple's plans for gaming We've got a reader...
2020-07-0335 minMacStories UnwindNoto, iA Writer, and a New Maintenance Task ManagerThis episode is sponsored by: Concepts: Where Ideas Take Shape [Sponsor] Links and Show Notes Rewind MacStories Stories, Reviews, and News Noto 2.0 Review: iPad Pointer Support, Easy Note Importing, CloudKit Syncing, and More iA Writer 5.5 Modular Computer: iPad Pro as a Tablet, Laptop, and Desktop Workstation Directive: A Terrific Way to Manage Recurring Maintenance Tasks AppStories, Episode 163 – The Next Generation of Apps Apple Releases Substantial Update to Logic Pro X and Logic Remote Book Track Adds Reading Status, Statistics, Quote Entries, and More A Shortcuts Wishlist Club MacStories MacStories Weekly DaisyDisk A tip from Jo...
2020-05-1534 min
DialogIntroducing DialogIntroducing Dialog, a seasonal podcast featuring weekly, in-depth conversations with special guests about the impact of technology on creativity, society, and culture and hosted by MacStories’ Federico Viticci and John Voorhees.
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2019-05-2704 min
AppStoriesInterview: Ten Years of MacStories with Federico Viticci
This week, to mark MacStories’ 10th anniversary, John interviews Federico about how MacStories got started, what led to the MacStories that readers know today, and what’s in store for the site and other MacStories properties in the future.
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Links and Show Notes
Federico’s First Post on MacStories: Stainless & Cruz, two new Mac browsers
Federico’s Personal Stories
Life After Cancer: How the iPhone Helped Me Achie...
2019-04-151h 30AppStoriesThe Apps of Apple’s March 25 Services Event
This week, Federico and John take a close look at the apps and services announced by Apple at its March 25th services event at the Steve Jobs Theater in Cupertino including the TV app, News, Apple Arcade, and Apple Card.
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Links and Show Notes
TV App
Apple TV+, Channels, and the...
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