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.


Thoughts on Covering AI Our Way

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AppStories Episode 422 - Thoughts on Covering AI Our Way

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This week, Federico and John say goodbye to the AppStories+ pre-show and hello to the new post-show. Then, for the main event, they update listeners on how MacStories plans to cover AI news and tools.

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Life Tracking, Journaling, and the Vision Pro with Devon Dundee

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AppStories Episode 421 - Life Tracking, Journaling, and the Vision Pro with Devon Dundee

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This week, Federico and John are joined by Devon Dundee of the Magic Rays of Light podcast to talk about his approaches to life tracking and journaling and how the Apple Vision Pro has become his primary computer.

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Three Browsers Are Better Than One with Matt Birchler

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AppStories Episode 420 - Three Browsers Are Better Than One with Matt Birchler

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35:22

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This week, for episode 420 Federico and John are joined by Matt Birchler, co-host of Comfort Zone and many other projects to talk about web apps, email, AI, and more.

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An Apple Intelligence Wish List

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AppStories Episode 419 - An Apple Intelligence Wish List

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This week, Federico and John look ahead to WWDC and beyond to consider how Apple Intelligence could be used to change the way we use our iPhones, iPads, and Macs.

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Apple Prophecies and Predictions for 2025

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AppStories Episode 418 - Apple Prophecies and Predictions for 2025

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28:46

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This week on AppStories, Federico and John predict what we’ll see from Apple in 2025. From agentic AI to App Intents and Siri, they explore what will shape the year ahead and the implications to users and developers.

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Our Holiday Nerd Projects

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AppStories Episode 417 - Our Holiday Nerd Projects

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This week, Federico and John round up the tech and productivity projects they have planned for their annual holiday break.

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The AppStories Year in Review

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AppStories Episode 416 - The AppStories Year in Review

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29:47

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This week, Federico and John explore the trends that shaped the App Store in 2024.

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The 2024 MacStories Selects Awards

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AppStories Episode 415 - The 2024 MacStories Selects Awards

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This week, Federico and John reveal the winners of the 2024 MacStories Selects Awards, which celebrate the exceptional design, innovation, and creativity of apps across the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch.

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Assistive AI Automation Tools

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AppStories Episode 414 - Assistive AI Automation Tools

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This week, Federico and John consider the differences between assistive and generative AI and cover the sort of automation tasks for which assistive AI is useful.

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