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[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John revisit their Obsidian systems, themes, and favorite plugins. if [appstories] On AppStories+, Federico ponders what notes are, what they should be, and whether he should document more of what he learns on the web. This episode is sponsored by: Genius Scan – A scanner in your pocket. Jam:... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week on AppStories, Federico and John return with a classic Pick 2 episode focused on the Mac. if [appstories] On AppStories+, we talk about Apple’s decision to allow game emulators and game streaming services on the iPhone worldwide. This episode is sponsored by: Jam: Developer-friendly bug reports in 1 click. Notion: Start... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John explore whether we’re experiencing the beginning of the end of apps and consider what might replace them. if [appstories] On AppStories+, we explain why we’ve said goodbye to time tracking. This episode is sponsored by: Genius Scan – A scanner in your pocket. Jam – Developer friendly bug... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John explain what’s going on with the US Department of Justice’s lawsuit against Apple that claims the iPhone-maker is monopolizing the smartphone market. if [appstories] On AppStories+, John explains the research and writing workflow he developed for big projects like covering the DOJ’s lawsuit against Apple. This episode is... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John take a hard look at Shortcuts to discuss what needs fixing and the new features they hope to see Apple announce at WWDC this year. if [appstories] On AppStories+, we explain the recent changes we’ve made at MacStories and how we’re approaching its future. This episode is sponsored... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John take a look at their latest app downloads on a variety of Apple devices. if [appstories] On AppStories+, John covers is attempts to integrate text-to-speech engines with read-later apps. This episode is sponsored by: TelemetryDeck – privacy-first app analytics and usage data that’s not evil. Get 3 month... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John examine Apple’s Sports and Journal apps and visionOS for clues to what their designs may mean for the next major revisions of Apple’s OSes. if [appstories] On AppStories+, John tackles whether Federico needs an Apple Studio Display and offers a more portable solution. This episode is sponsored by:... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico introduces the world to the MacPad, a hybrid Mac/iPad that he built from an M2 MacBook Air and 11” iPad Pro, and John quizzes him on the build process, software involved, and what it’s like to use. if [appstories] On AppStories+, we discuss Apple’s reversal on removing progressive web apps from... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John share some of their favorite visionOS entertainment apps. if [appstories] On AppStories+, John explains all the little gotchas involved with taking screenshots even if you have the Vision Pro Developer Strap. This episode is sponsored by: Memberful – Help Your Clients Monetize Their Passion Porkbun – Get $1... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John move on from hardware to explore visionOS, where it hits, where it misses, and what they’d like to see in the future from the OS. if [appstories] On AppStories+, Federico and John discuss the developer strap and how it could potentially gain new features in the future, as well... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John tell the story of how Federico got his Apple Vision Pro before sharing their first impressions of the Vision Pro hardware. if [appstories] On AppStories+, John updates listeners on the early results of his experiments with gaming on the Apple Vision Pro. This episode is sponsored by: Memberful... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John consider how Apple’s response to the Digital Markets Act will change the world of apps for developers and users in the EU. if [appstories] On AppStories+, the backstory of Shortcut Buttons a visionOS Shortcuts app by Finn Voorhees. This episode is sponsored by: Notion: Do your most efficient... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John Federico and John explore workflows they’ve been trying in a variety of apps. if [appstories] On AppStories+, Federico and John follow up last week’s Vision Pro episode with follow up on their plans and consider what the device will be good for besides sitting by yourself watching movies.... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John kick Apple Vision Pro preparations into high gear, sharing the questions they still have about the device and discussing the apps developers are working on. if [appstories] On AppStories+, Federico and John look back at CES and the gadgets they’re excited about and disappointed with. This episode is... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John are joined by Sigmund Judge and Devon Dundee, the hosts of Magic Rays of Light, a weekly show that explores the world of Apple TV and Apple Arcade, which has joined MacStories, to discuss the show’s move to MacStories as well as tvOS and the apps we use to... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John pick two apps they’ve been enjoying recently. if [appstories] On AppStories+, Federico and John have a grab bag of bonus app picks. This episode is sponsored by: Notion – Do your most efficient work with Notion AI. Try it free today. Links and Show Notes A Classic Pick... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John rethink the share sheet and other ways Apple’s platforms share data. if [appstories] On AppStories+, Federico shares his experiment with moving to an 11-inch iPad Pro and his iPhone as a second screen setup. This episode is sponsored by: Zocdoc – Find the right doctor, right now with Zocdoc.... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John introduce the annual MacStories Selects award winners. if [appstories] On AppStories+, Federico and John go behind-the-scenes to discuss the logistics of picking the annual MacStories Selects Award winners and shipping awards worldwide. This episode is sponsored by: Vitally – A new era for customer success productivity. Get a... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week Federico and John explore alternative Apple timelines by asking the question: What if? if [appstories] On AppStories+, John tries to simplify and speed up his backup setup, and Federico has an update on his default apps. This episode is sponsored by: Dropzone 4 – The essential drag and drop productivity enhancer.... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John conclude their tour of their geeky holiday projects. if [appstories] On AppStories+, Federico and John address follow up from the first part of Nerding out for the Holidays. This episode is sponsored by: Notion – Do your most efficient work with Notion AI. Try it free today. Vitally... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John share their geeky holiday season tech projects. if [appstories] On AppStories+, Federico and John revisit artificial intelligence and discuss the sorts of tools they’ve been testing. This episode is sponsored by: Vitally – A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John tackle the struggle with staying organized in the face of the never-ending stream of files and other information. if [appstories] On AppStories+, The Chamberlain Group’s decision to cut off API support to its garage door controllers is an example of what happens when a company shifts from selling to... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John explore why there are so many good task managers, but none is a perfect fit with the way they work. if [appstories] On AppStories+, John explores screen maximalism while Federico heads the other direction into screen minimalism. This episode is sponsored by: Zocdoc – Find the right doctor,... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, John is joined by Relay FM’s Stephen Hackett for a recap and thoughts on Apple’s Scary Fast event, which was recorded live in the Club MacStories+ Discord. if [appstories] On AppStories+, Federico, John, and Jonathan discuss their home automation setups, strategies, and upcoming plans in an event that was recorded live in... Read more

[[audio_player]] This week, Federico and John cover the web apps they use and why they’re sometimes preferable to native apps. if [appstories] On AppStories+, John explains why he’s a fan of Adaptive Noise Control and Conversation Awareness, Federico has come around on Dolby Atmos, and they both speculate about where the AirPods Max are heading.... Read more