This week, John tours the highlights of the macOS Sequoia public beta. This episode is sponsored by: Setapp – the place to get apps. Use the code appstories20 at checkout for 20% off. Links and Show Notes macOS Sequoia macOS Sequoia: The MacStories Public Beta Preview Follow us on Mastodon AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Thre…

This week, Federico and John run down the highlights of the iOS and iPadOS 18 public betas that were released today. This episode is sponsored by: CleanMyMac X: Your Mac. As good as new. Get 15% off today with code APPSTORIES15 Setapp – the place to get apps. Use the code appstories20 at checkout for 20% off. Links and Show Notes The iOS and iPadOS…

This week, Federico and John cover the developer features they’re excited to see come to third-party apps later this year? This episode is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Notion: Start turning ideas into action. Try it free today. Links and Show No…

This week, Federico and John share tips on iPadOS, macOS, RSS, cross-platform file transfers, and more. This episode is sponsored by: Sofa – Be More Intentional with Your Downtime. Links and Show Notes Tip Jar The easiest way to manage multiple windows for the same app using iPadOS Managing your Mac’s Downloads folder with DropOver Managing headpho…

This week, Federico and John attempt to clear up confusion about MacStories’ position on AI web crawlers before rethinking email apps in light of the update to Apple’s Mail app coming this fall. This episode is sponsored by: ScreenCastsONLINE: Get The Most Out of Your Apple Devices. Save 20% on your plan. Links and Show Notes AI Follow-Up - [How We…

This week, Federico and John recap WWDC week with more on their early testing of the iOS and iPadOS 18 betas and an in-depth conversation about why they are disappointed with Apple’s decision to train its large language models on the Open Web. This episode is sponsored by: Notion: Start turning ideas into action. Try it free today. Links and Show N…

Today, for a special episode of AppStories recorded at Apple Park, Federico and John interview ADA winners Devin Davies, the maker of Crouton, Katarina Lotrič and Jasna Krmelj from Gentler Streak, and James Cuda and Michael Shaw of Procreate, plus Adelaide Humez and Dezmond Blair, Distinguished Winners of Apple’s Swift Student Challenge. This episo…

For the latest WWDC episode of AppStories, Federico is joined by Myke Hurley to talk about the Vision Pro and Apple Intelligence before John pops up with some AI tidbits and a WWDC vibe check from in and around Apple Park. This episode is sponsored by: 1Password Extended Access Management – Secure Every Sign-In for Every App on Every Device Links a…

For this special episode of AppStories, Federico is joined by Jonathan and Niléane live in the Club MacStories+ Discord community to share their first impressions of the WWDC 2024 Keynote. This episode is sponsored by: 1Password Extended Access Management: Secure every sign-in for every app on every device. Links and Show Notes MacStories’ Coverage…

Recorded live in the Club MacStories Discord, Federico share their final preparations and plans for WWDC 2024 along with some last-minute predictions. This episode is sponsored by: CleanMyMac X: Your Mac. As good as new. Get 15% off today with code APPSTORIES15. 1Password Extended Access Management: Secure every sign-in for every app on every devic…

This week, Federico and John introduce Comfort Zone and NPC: Next Portable Console, two new MacStories podcasts and share their wishes for watchOS and tvOS updates. This episode is sponsored by: Raycast – A collection of powerful productivity tools all within an extendable launcher. Fast, ergonomic and reliable. Links and Show Notes Two New MacStor…

This week, Federico and John continue their annual wishlists with a look at macOS and visionOS. This episode is sponsored by: Raycast – A collection of powerful productivity tools all within an extendable launcher. Fast, ergonomic and reliable. Notion – Start turning ideas into action. Try it free today. CleanMyMac X – Your Mac. As good as new. Get…

This week, Federico and John kick off their annual WWDC wishes episodes with a conversation about the changes they’d like to see made to iOS and iPadOS 18. This episode is sponsored by: Things: a beautiful native app for Apple Vision Pro. Links and Show Notes Our iOS and iPadOS 18 Wishes for WWDC Context: Our iOS 17 Wishes Our iPadOS 17 Wishes iOS …

This week, Federico and John examine iPadOS and the ways it has failed to get the basics right. This episode is sponsored by: Concepts – Sketch, Note, Draw. Celtreos – The shoot-em-up game with tiny ships, big weapons, waves of foes, power-ups and obstacles. Links and Show Notes The Trouble with iPadOS Not an iPad Pro Review: Why iPadOS Still Doesn…

This week, Federico and John are joined by Riley Testut for a conversation about the history of AltStore from side-loaded app to official alternative app marketplace in the EU and Delta’s dominance of the Top Free App chart in the US and elsewhere. This episode is sponsored by: Tailscale: Secure remote access to shared resources. Sign up today. Not…

This week, Federico and John are joined by Susan Prescott, vice president of developer relations, education, and enterprise at Apple, along with 2024 Swift Student Challenge winners Harshitha Rajesh and Roscoe Rubin-Rottenberg to talk about the challenge and the students’ projects. Then, John is joined by Finn Voorhees and Ellie O’Sullivan, past wi…

This week, Federico and John revisit their Obsidian systems, themes, and favorite plugins. This episode is sponsored by: Genius Scan – A scanner in your pocket. Jam: Developer-friendly bug reports in 1 click. Links and Show Notes An Obsidian Check-In Our Systems John A shallow system of numbered folders organized by areas, projects, and related not…

This week on AppStories, Federico and John return with a classic Pick 2 episode focused on the Mac. This episode is sponsored by: Jam: Developer-friendly bug reports in 1 click. Notion: Start turning ideas into action. Try it free today. Tailscale: Secure remote access to shared resources. Sign up today. Links and Show Notes A Classic Mac Pick 2 rc…

This week, Federico and John explore whether we’re experiencing the beginning of the end of apps and consider what might replace them. This episode is sponsored by: Genius Scan – A scanner in your pocket. Jam – Developer friendly bug reports in 1 click. Links and Show Notes Are We Entering a Post-App World? Trends that may point to a post-app world…

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. This episode is sponsored by: Copilot Money – The best money tracker, with native iOS and Mac apps. Try it free. Jam – Developer friendly bug reports in 1 click. Tailscale…

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. This episode is sponsored by: Memberful – Easy-to-Use Reliable Membership Software Jam: Developer friendly bug reports in 1 click. Notion: Do your most efficient work with Notion AI. Try it …

This week, Federico and John take a look at their latest app downloads on a variety of Apple devices. This episode is sponsored by: TelemetryDeck – privacy-first app analytics and usage data that’s not evil. Get 3 month free for any paid plan with checkout code APPSTORIES (new customers only) Jam – Developer friendly bug reports in 1 click. Links a…

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. This episode is sponsored by: Memberful – Help Your Clients Monetize Their Passion Links and Show Notes Examining Apple App and OS Design Trends Sports Apple Launches Free Sports Ap…

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. This episode is sponsored by: Concepts: Sketch, Note, Draw. Nom Nom: Healthy, fresh food for dogs formulated by top Board Certified …

This week, Federico and John share some of their favorite visionOS entertainment apps. This episode is sponsored by: Memberful – Help Your Clients Monetize Their Passion Porkbun – Get $1 off your next domain name with the code APPDEVFOO1. Links and Show Notes Vision Pro Entertainment Apps Federico’s Apps MirrorPlay Moonlight Play Juno VisionTube Jo…