This 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…

This 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…

This 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 Note…

This 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. Link…

This 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…

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…

This 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 Loo…

This 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 …

This 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…

This 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 dis…

This 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 …

This 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 In…

This 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 wh…

This 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 Ligh…

Spring 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. Wat…

This 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 th…

This 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. Watc…

This 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…

This 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 R…

This week on MacStories Unwind, Federico recommends the Final Fantasy VII Rebirth demo and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, while I enjoy Self Reliance on Hulu. Sponsored By: Memberful – Help Your Clients Monetize Their Passion Links and Show Notes Picks Federico’s Pick: Final Fantasy Rebirth Trailer Introduction at Sony's recent State of Play event…

This week on MacStories Unwind, John turns the tables, surprising Federico with a more flexible, modular desk setup. 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. John's New Modular, Flexible Desk Setup Balolo Setup Cockpit Large shelf Large Tray iPhone Mag…

Sponsored By: Club MacStories Notes and Links ASUS Accessoires Yuzu Android with NCE PSA: If you're using Yuzu - ENABLE NCE ASAP Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 2: What's new and should you upgrade? ROG Phone 8 Red Magic 9 Pro RedMagic Turbo Cooler GameSir X3 Peltier-effect cooler Thermoelectric cooling GameSir G8 controll…

Links 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 kicksta…

Links 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 Inst…

Links 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…

This 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 Pick…

This 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 Th…

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 today! Links and Show Notes Gaming gear Sony PlayStation Portal Digital Foundry Portal review Valve Steam Deck OLED ROG Ally Lenovo Legion Go Wi-Fi gear Eero Pro 6 Federico's Apple Watch charging puck…

Federico Has Questions About Thanksgiving The president once again pardons turkeys who did nothing wrong, but why? Federico’s Pick: Suburræterna on Netflix Trailer Previous Recommendation:Suburra: Blood on Rome on Netflix John’s Pick: A Murder at the End of the World on Hulu - TrailerOleh Federico Viticci

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 today! Show Notes Watch: Trailer Read: IGN - Super Mario Bros. the Fastest Selling Mario Game Polygon Review An excellent breakdown of the design of the game from Eurogamer. Follow us on Mastodon Fede…

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 today! Links and Show Notes Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives on Max Krazy Jim's Blimpy Burgers Season 2, Episode 12. Starts at 00:13:02. Smoque BBQ Season 2, Episode 6. Starts at 00:07:23. Del Rhea's Chic…

Links and Show Notes Capturing ideas and tasks with Things Things by Cultured Code Connected, Episode 474, Redesigned Into a Butterfly Federico’s Pick: Now and Then by The Beatles John’s Pick: Crkd Nitro Deck, Purple Limited Edition with carrying case Follow us on Mastodon Federico Viticci John Voorhees…

Links and Show Notes Gadgets Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera review: bigger view, fewer notifications Nubia RedMagic Adapter for Red Magic 7 Food Pulled Pork Hushpuppies Follow us on Mastodon Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram Federico Viticci John Voorhees…

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 today! Links and Show Notes Unplugged If you could interview one creative person, who would it be? Shigeru Miyamoto Phoebe Bridgers If you could play games from just one console maker, which would it …

This episode is sponsored by: iMazing 3 is coming, macOS and the public beta is available now. Links and Show Notes Watch Season 3 Trailer No one roasts Conan O'Brien like Martin Short Read: Why We Keep Putting Up With Martin Short Martin Short Defended by Fans and Celebrities After Critic Calls Him ‘Desperately Unfunny' Additional recommendations:…

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 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 Voo…

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 today! Links and Show Notes Road Trips Federico, Pittsburgh, and The O.C. Anna from The O.C. University of Pittsburgh, Digital Narrative and Interactive Design Sanremo Music Festival Casino Sanremo Ap…

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 today! Links and Show Notes Federico’s Season of Sci-Fi and Tech: Tech: ASUS ROG Ally Z1 Extreme ASUS ROG XG Mobile external eGPU Media: Starfield Foundation, Season 2 For All Mankind, Season 4 Light …

This episode is sponsored by: Daylite CRM: Spend less time managing your business and spend more time doing what you love. Regain control now! Links and Show Notes John’s Pick Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark: Watch the Trailer Watch in the Apple TV App Jonathan's Pick Memento: Watch the Trailer Watch in the Apple TV App Read Memento M…

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 today! Links and Show Notes Federico's Game Boy Webcam for iPad I Used a Game Boy Camera for FaceTime Video Calls in iPadOS 17 and It Was Glorious Game Boy Camera Analogue Pocket Analogue Pocket Dock …

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 today! Links and Show Notes Simultaneous Invention, but for shopping Audient EVO 4 Ticci's Travels Formentera Ibiza Cala Sant Vicenç, Mallorca John's Pick: Run Across America App Store Website How I T…

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 today! Show Notes Links and Show Notes John's Old Tech Pick: Danger Hiptop T-Mobile Sidekick retrospective (photos) The History of the Sidekick: The Coolest Smartphone of All Time Alex's Old Tech Pick…

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 pub…

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 today! Show Notes Links and Show Notes Universal Control macOS 12.3: The Magic of Universal Control and More Club MacStories Sample: Federico Achieves His Universal Control Dream and John Reflects on …

Links and Show Notes Silo Watch the show: Official Trailer Silo Apple TV Show Page Read the books: Silo Book Series on Goodreads Silo Series Review on WiredOleh Federico Viticci

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 today! Links and Show Notes MacStories Unplugged Blue-Tailed Skinks Pickle Juice Phosphate Phosphate Sodas Pickle juice as a beverage The purported health benefits of pickle juice You Can Now Buy Pick…

Links and Show Notes Ticci's Spanish churros from Xurreria Trebol Federico’s Picks: Music the record by boygenius (So Much For) Stardust by Fall Out Boy TV Shows Shrinking Platonic Silo Videogames The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom John’s Picks: Music First Two Pages of Frankenstein by The National the record by boygenius Movies Spider-Man: …

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 today! Show Notes Links and Show Notes Federico’s Pick: Vampire by Olivia Rodrigo John’s Pick: Hijack on Apple TV+ Trailer Follow us on Mastodon Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram F…

Links and Show Notes The Fourth of July Where to Watch the Chicago Fourth of July Fireworks 2023 Fireworks regulations in the US McGuire Nuclear Station sirens sounded accidentally. No emergency at plant. iOS 17-Compatible MagSafe Chargers and Battery Packs Federico’s Picks: Anker 633 Magnetic Battery (MagGo), 10,000mAh Foldable Wireless Portable C…

Ice Cream Gelato Ellie May's Dang Good Ice Cream Frozen Custard Dairy Queen Blizzard Cornetto Maritozzo Affogato Italian Ice Granita Grattachecca Platonic Available on Apple TV+ Trailer Vengeance Available on Netflix TrailerOleh Federico Viticci