All 'AppStories+' Episodes

With AppStories+, fans of the show get a variety of exclusive perks that aren’t available to listeners of the free, ad-supported version.

Each episode of AppStories+ will include more of the show you love, with longer episodes that expand on weekly topics, explore additional apps we’re using, and cover of current app events and what’s happening at MacStories.

AppStories+ episodes are delivered ad-free a day earlier than the free version most weeks, allowing you to listen before everyone else or make sure you’re ready to start your week with the show. Also, AppStories+ is delivered at a higher, better-sounding bitrate than the free version of the show.

AppStories - Ep. 305 - 39 minutes

A Close-Up Look at Anybox and Spring

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 305 - A Close-Up Look at Anybox and Spring

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

This week, Federico and John dig into two excellent apps they’ve been enjoying recently: Anybox, a bookmark and file organizer, and Spring, a third-party Twitter client.

AppStories - Ep. 304 - 43 minutes

Calendars, Communications, and More Revisited

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 304 - Calendars, Communications, and More Revisited

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43:17

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

This week, Federico and John pick up where they left off in episode 300 by revisiting episode 200 about calendar apps, communications, home assistants, and Federico’s first surprise of 2021.

AppStories - Ep. 303 - 46 minutes

macOS Ventura: The MacStories Review

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 303 - macOS Ventura: The MacStories Review

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45:44

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

This week, Federico and John cover Apple’s controversial App Store advertising moves before going in-depth on John’s macOS Ventura review to discuss Stage Manager, System Settings, and Shortcuts.

AppStories - Ep. 302 - 57 minutes

Stage Manager in iPadOS 16

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 302 - Stage Manager in iPadOS 16

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56:42

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

For today’s second episode of AppStories, Federico and John explore Federico’s story about Stage Manager in iPadOS 16, including its bugs, missing features, and design flaws.

AppStories - Ep. 301 - 40 minutes

The New iPad and iPad Pro Review: Mixed Signals

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 301 - The New iPad and iPad Pro Review: Mixed Signals

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39:48

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

This morning, Federico and John get into the details of Federico’s review of the latest iPad Pro and the new 10th generation iPad.

AppStories - Ep. 300 - 56 minutes

App Trends Revisited and Reconsidered

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 300 - App Trends Revisited and Reconsidered

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55:31

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

This week, Federico and John mark episode 300 of the show by revisiting the app trends they covered in episode 100 and discussing the new trends that will shape the apps we use in the next several years.

AppStories - Ep. 299 - 45 minutes

Return to the App Grab Bag

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 299 - Return to the App Grab Bag

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44:58

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

This week, Federico and John return to the app grab bag to cover more of their favorite releases and updates from the past several weeks.

AppStories - Ep. 298 - 50 minutes

Widgets, iPhone Photography, and the Apple Watch Ultra with David Smith

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 298 - Widgets, iPhone Photography, and the Apple Watch Ultra with David Smith

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50:20

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

This week, Federico and John are joined by Widgetsmith developer David Smith to talk about the history of his app, Widgetsmith, iOS 16 Lock Screen Widgets, and his recent hike through the Scottish Highlands, where he tested the iPhone 14 Pro’s camera and the Apple Watch

AppStories - Ep. 297 - 37 minutes

Lock Screen Widgets, Focus Filters, and Shared with You Apps

Federico

John

AppStories Episode 297 - Lock Screen Widgets, Focus Filters, and Shared with You Apps

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37:24

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AppStories+ Deeper into the world of apps

This week, Federico and John tour third-party apps with new iOS 16 features, including more apps with Lock Screen widgets and apps with support for Focus Filters and Shared with You.