All AppStories Episodes

AppStories is a weekly exploration of the world of apps by MacStories’ Federico Viticci and John Voorhees. Each week, they discuss the best new apps, the impact of apps on our culture, and cover the stories behind popular apps. Hosted by Federico Viticci and John Voorhees.


The New iPad Air: Apple’s Most Forward-Looking iPad

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AppStories Episode 190 - The New iPad Air: Apple’s Most Forward-Looking iPad

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In this special episode of AppStories, John interviews Federico about the all-new iPad Air, which Federico has been testing and reviewed on MacStories. Federico explains why the new iPad Air is Apple’s most forward-looking iPad that stands at the intersection of the iPad Pro and the rest of the company’s line-up, and covers every aspect of the hardware, design, and differences compared to other iPad models, along with practical advice on who should consider buying the new iPad Air.

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iOS and iPadOS 14: The MacStories Review

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AppStories Episode 188 - iOS and iPadOS 14: The MacStories Review

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This week, Federico and John dive into Federico’s annual iOS and iPadOS review to look at big picture trends like Compact UI along with the changes to iPadOS, the Apple Pencil’s new Scribble feature, and Shortcuts.

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Must-Have Music Widgets for Your iPhone

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AppStories Episode 187 - Must-Have Music Widgets for Your iPhone

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This week, Federico and John tour music widgets, one of their favorite categories, exploring the many widgets they’re using to listen to music and follow their favorite artists.

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Our Newly Customized iOS 14 Home Screens

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AppStories Episode 186 - Our Newly Customized iOS 14 Home Screens

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This week, Federico and John revisit their approaches to their iPhone Home Screens, including the third-party widgets they’re using, and how they are optimizing their mix of apps and widgets since the iOS 14 update. Federico also shares a trick for integrating certain widgets and folders of icons into his wallpaper.

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An Interview with Michael Flarup

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AppStories Episode 185 - An Interview with Michael Flarup

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This week Federico and John conclude the MacStories Summer OS Preview Series by interviewing designer Michael Flarup about Mac iconography, the design of Mac Catalyst apps, content-focused design on the iPad, augmented reality, and more.

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Apple’s New App Review Guidelines

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AppStories Episode 184 - Apple’s New App Review Guidelines

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This week, Federico and John dig into the details of Apple’s new App Review Guidelines, which address game streaming services, advertising, ‘reader apps,’ and more.

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The Many Ways to Use Widgets

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AppStories Episode 183 - The Many Ways to Use Widgets

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This week Federico and John explain their emerging strategies for using widgets in the Today view, mixed with apps on their Home screens, and on dedicated widget-only Home screens.

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Exploring Apple’s 2020 Gaming Updates

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AppStories Episode 182 - Exploring Apple’s 2020 Gaming Updates

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This week Federico and John explore Apple’s 2020 gaming updates, including deeper controller support and a refreshed Game Center, which are coming this fall.

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