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Connected

807 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 567 ratings

Connected is a weekly panel discussion on Apple and the impact of technology on our lives. With each co-host having a unique background — and accent — Connected provides a perspective that no other show can. Hosted by Federico Viticci, Stephen Hackett, and Myke Hurley.

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Episodes

279: Like, Zero Bubbles

January 29, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 99.3 MB

This week, the gang reflects on the iPad 10th's birthday, complains about Google AMP and then reviews Fantastical 3.

278: Honey for my Ears

January 22, 2020 21:30 - 1 hour - 85 MB

This week, Phillr gets an update, iCloud encryption is in the news and Federico shows off his home screens. Also: rumors of a new Smart Keyboard, the possibility of Apple making its own podcasts and a bunch of creepy — yet soothing — whispering.

Connected 278: Honey for my Ears

January 22, 2020 21:30 - 1 hour - 85 MB

This week, Phillr gets an update, iCloud encryption is in the news and Federico shows off his home screens. Also: rumors of a new Smart Keyboard, the possibility of Apple making its own podcasts and a bunch of creepy — yet soothing — whispering.

277: Good Luck Not Waking up the Entire Building

January 15, 2020 20:30 - 1 hour - 73.9 MB

After working out what the award should be for the two Chairman spots, the boys ponder the future of the iPad Pro's accessories and the holes on the back of the rack-mounted Mac Pro. Then, Myke provides a tour of CES.

Connected 277: Good Luck Not Waking up the Entire Building

January 15, 2020 20:30 - 1 hour - 73.9 MB

After working out what the award should be for the two Chairman spots, the boys ponder the future of the iPad Pro's accessories and the holes on the back of the rack-mounted Mac Pro. Then, Myke provides a tour of CES.

276: Symbiosis, Osmosis, Whatever

January 08, 2020 22:30 - 1 hour - 91.4 MB

The boys kick off 2020 with a lot of follow-up including clarifying what being a Chairman means, a challenge for the Upgradies and a debate about the iPad Air, then conversations about LaunchCuts and Twitter's iPad app.

Connected 276: Symbiosis, Osmosis, Whatever

January 08, 2020 22:30 - 1 hour - 91.4 MB

The boys kick off 2020 with a lot of follow-up including clarifying what being a Chairman means, a challenge for the Upgradies and a debate about the iPad Air, then conversations about LaunchCuts and Twitter's iPad app.

Connected 275: The Rickies (Early 2020)

January 01, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 87.6 MB

Federico, Myke and Stephen review their predictions for 2019 and a new Chairman is named before everyone makes their choices for 2020, including the Risky Picks. Also, one of them gets a very special delivery during the show.

275: The Rickies (Early 2020)

January 01, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 87.6 MB

Federico, Myke and Stephen review their predictions for 2019 and a new Chairman is named before everyone makes their choices for 2020, including the Risky Picks. Also, one of them gets a very special delivery during the show.

274: 2019 in Review: The Date of November Came in September

December 18, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 103 MB

2019 was a wild year, complete with the death of AirPower, the announcement of iPadOS, the release of the iPhone 11 and the return of the Mac Pro. This week, Stephen, Federico and Myke revisit the headlines that made this year so hectic.

Connected 274: 2019 in Review: The Date of November Came in September

December 18, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 103 MB

2019 was a wild year, complete with the death of AirPower, the announcement of iPadOS, the release of the iPhone 11 and the return of the Mac Pro. This week, Stephen, Federico and Myke revisit the headlines that made this year so hectic.

273: Come on, Guys, Let’s Go to the Station

December 11, 2019 21:30 - 1 hour - 87.9 MB

Stephen and Myke are joined by John Voorhees to talk about the new Mac Pro, then Federico reflects on the 5th anniversary of Shortcuts.

Connected 273: Come on, Guys, Let’s Go to the Station

December 11, 2019 21:30 - 1 hour - 87.9 MB

Stephen and Myke are joined by John Voorhees to talk about the new Mac Pro, then Federico reflects on the 5th anniversary of Shortcuts.

272: If the Issue Persists, Contact Apple

December 04, 2019 21:45 - 1 hour - 83.4 MB

Apple is handing out awards, and Myke is dealing with the fallout of his TV purchase. Stephen is aware that musicians exist and Federico wants all the 2020 rumors to be true.

Connected 272: If the Issue Persists, Contact Apple

December 04, 2019 21:45 - 1 hour - 83.4 MB

Apple is handing out awards, and Myke is dealing with the fallout of his TV purchase. Stephen is aware that musicians exist and Federico wants all the 2020 rumors to be true.

Connected 271: You Have a Police Record

November 27, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 103 MB

There are a lot of iPhone cases to talk about, as well as new information about HomeKit Secure Video and Deep Fusion. One of us bought a TV, but no one here is ordering a Cybertruck.

271: You Have a Police Record

November 27, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 103 MB

There are a lot of iPhone cases to talk about, as well as new information about HomeKit Secure Video and Deep Fusion. One of us bought a TV, but no one here is ordering a Cybertruck.

270: Best Trees in the Country

November 20, 2019 21:30 - 1 hour - 93.9 MB

Federico and Stephen each attempted to use HomeKit Secure Video, and it didn't go well. Myke is excited about a new folding phone, and the whole crew orders iPhone 11 Pro battery cases before solving many mysteries presented in photos of Apple's new Mac Pro factory.

Connected 270: Best Trees in the Country

November 20, 2019 21:30 - 1 hour - 93.9 MB

Federico and Stephen each attempted to use HomeKit Secure Video, and it didn't go well. Myke is excited about a new folding phone, and the whole crew orders iPhone 11 Pro battery cases before solving many mysteries presented in photos of Apple's new Mac Pro factory.

269: Read My Email Through My Eyes

November 13, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 91 MB

There's a new MacBook Pro in town, bringing with it an updated design and a new keyboard, and Apple's rumored AR glasses make everyone feel old. Myke is crowned the Popsocket Enthusiast, Stephen gets an email and Federico explains Toolbox Pro.

Connected 269: Read My Email Through My Eyes

November 13, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 91 MB

There's a new MacBook Pro in town, bringing with it an updated design and a new keyboard, and Apple's rumored AR glasses make everyone feel old. Myke is crowned the Popsocket Enthusiast, Stephen gets an email and Federico explains Toolbox Pro.

268: Executive Spaghetti

November 06, 2019 21:15 - 1 hour - 100 MB

Federico is joined by a better Hackett to talk about Apple's range of earbuds, then Stephen butts in to discuss Adobe's big week and what Apple should do in the wake of iOS 13 and macOS Catalina's buggy releases. Then, they fire the spoiler horn and review "The Morning Show" and "For All Mankind."

Connected 268: Executive Spaghetti

November 06, 2019 21:15 - 1 hour - 100 MB

Federico is joined by a better Hackett to talk about Apple's range of earbuds, then Stephen butts in to discuss Adobe's big week and what Apple should do in the wake of iOS 13 and macOS Catalina's buggy releases. Then, they fire the spoiler horn and review "The Morning Show" and "For All Mankind."

Connected 267: Something Stuck in Your Ear

October 30, 2019 20:15 - 1 hour - 78.8 MB

Federico and Myke break down the new features of iOS 13.2 and watchOS 6.1, before giving their first impressions on the AirPods Pro.

267: Something Stuck in Your Ear

October 30, 2019 20:15 - 1 hour - 78.8 MB

Federico and Myke break down the new features of iOS 13.2 and watchOS 6.1, before giving their first impressions on the AirPods Pro.

266: What Are You, an Accountant?

October 23, 2019 21:15 - 1 hour - 83.2 MB

Stephen got into an eBay bidding war with someone he knows and Federico helps his friends with Catalina, before coming clean about his new iPhone case. The group also considers Apple's expanding line of audio products and Myke reviews the iMac Pro.

Connected 266: What Are You, an Accountant?

October 23, 2019 21:15 - 1 hour - 83.2 MB

Stephen got into an eBay bidding war with someone he knows and Federico helps his friends with Catalina, before coming clean about his new iPhone case. The group also considers Apple's expanding line of audio products and Myke reviews the iMac Pro.

265: What Are You, a Dictionary?

October 14, 2019 20:00 - 1 hour - 97.9 MB

Apple has revealed its new emoji set, so it is time for Federico to guess their names as Stephen and Myke listen and keep score. After that, Myke shares his thoughts about his Galaxy Fold.

Connected 265: What Are You, a Dictionary?

October 14, 2019 20:00 - 1 hour - 97.9 MB

Apple has revealed its new emoji set, so it is time for Federico to guess their names as Stephen and Myke listen and keep score. After that, Myke shares his thoughts about his Galaxy Fold.

264: Trash Forever

October 09, 2019 22:45 - 1 hour - 86.4 MB

Federico has iCloud issues and Myke has a new phone, but no new computer. Stephen has reviewed macOS Catalina.

Connected 264: Trash Forever

October 09, 2019 22:45 - 1 hour - 86.4 MB

Federico has iCloud issues and Myke has a new phone, but no new computer. Stephen has reviewed macOS Catalina.

Connected 263: Moon Plus Sign Plus Sign

October 02, 2019 21:15 - 1 hour - 86.5 MB

This week, Stephen tells a story about his Apple Watch accomplice, Myke reviews tvOS 13 and Federico explains how Deep Fusion and Capture Outside the Frame work.

263: Moon Plus Sign Plus Sign

October 02, 2019 21:15 - 1 hour - 86.5 MB

This week, Stephen tells a story about his Apple Watch accomplice, Myke reviews tvOS 13 and Federico explains how Deep Fusion and Capture Outside the Frame work.

262: The Ghost of Bilateral Charging

September 25, 2019 21:15 - 1 hour - 96.7 MB

There's a lot going on: new iPhones, the new Apple Watch, iOS 13.1, Shortcuts updates and more. That's not to mention the Galaxy Fold, iCloud woes and whatever Amazon has announced.

Connected 262: The Ghost of Bilateral Charging

September 25, 2019 21:15 - 1 hour - 96.7 MB

There's a lot going on: new iPhones, the new Apple Watch, iOS 13.1, Shortcuts updates and more. That's not to mention the Galaxy Fold, iCloud woes and whatever Amazon has announced.

261: You Handed Me a Watermelon

September 18, 2019 19:00 - 1 hour - 74.6 MB

The Big Tall Italian Boy is gone, but Stephen and Myke are together in person to review the iPhone XS on its way out the door, discuss reviews of the new iPhones and the Apple Watch Series 5. Then, they explore Apple Arcade and share what they've been playing.

Connected 261: You Handed Me a Watermelon

September 18, 2019 19:00 - 1 hour - 74.6 MB

The Big Tall Italian Boy is gone, but Stephen and Myke are together in person to review the iPhone XS on its way out the door, discuss reviews of the new iPhones and the Apple Watch Series 5. Then, they explore Apple Arcade and share what they've been playing.

260: The Most Golden Master

September 11, 2019 20:45 - 1 hour - 98.7 MB

This week, a new Chairman Ricky is named victorious and Apple's new products are discussed, as are the leaks concerning the company's AR headset plans.

Connected 260: The Most Golden Master

September 11, 2019 20:45 - 1 hour - 98.7 MB

This week, a new Chairman Ricky is named victorious and Apple's new products are discussed, as are the leaks concerning the company's AR headset plans.

Connected 259: The Rickies (Fall 2019)

September 04, 2019 20:15 - 1 hour - 85.1 MB

Myke, Federico and Stephen complete their annual tradition of making predictions before Apple's iPhone event, this time with a new name: The Rickies.

259: The Rickies (Fall 2019)

September 04, 2019 20:15 - 1 hour - 85.1 MB

Myke, Federico and Stephen complete their annual tradition of making predictions before Apple's iPhone event, this time with a new name: The Rickies.

258: Technically iOS 13

August 28, 2019 20:00 - 1 hour - 67 MB

Federico's back just in time for Apple to release the first beta of iOS 13.1 He, Stephen and Myke get into what this could mean for Apple's upcoming busy season before discussing the changes Apple has made to its Siri grading program.

Connected 258: Technically iOS 13

August 28, 2019 20:00 - 1 hour - 67 MB

Federico's back just in time for Apple to release the first beta of iOS 13.1 He, Stephen and Myke get into what this could mean for Apple's upcoming busy season before discussing the changes Apple has made to its Siri grading program.

257: Relay FM Family Feud

August 23, 2019 17:00 - 2 hours - 111 MB

Live in San Francisco, Stephen and Myke are joined by Jason Snell and nearly 20 other Relay FM hosts to celebrate the network's 5th anniversary by playing a game of Family Feud, with answers provided by over 3,000 podcast listeners. That, and a round of co-founder company trivia. Also, trophies.

Connected 257: Relay FM Family Feud

August 23, 2019 17:00 - 2 hours - 111 MB

Live in San Francisco, Stephen and Myke are joined by Jason Snell and nearly 20 other Relay FM hosts to celebrate the network's 5th anniversary by playing a game of Family Feud, with answers provided by over 3,000 podcast listeners. That, and a round of co-founder company trivia. Also, trophies.

256: Switch On

August 14, 2019 21:15 - 1 hour - 74.9 MB

After Myke breaks the news about his back, he and Stephen undertake their annual tradition of #RelayQA.

Connected 256: Switch On

August 14, 2019 21:15 - 1 hour - 74.9 MB

After Myke breaks the news about his back, he and Stephen undertake their annual tradition of #RelayQA.

Connected 255: Addicted to the Thrill of Cyber Crime

August 07, 2019 20:30 - 1 hour - 72.6 MB

Federico is just a pile of recurring automations now, so Myke and Stephen discuss the rollout of Apple Card and the macOS bounty program, before a dive into FileMaker's history and recent rebranding and a discussion of moving on from the Apple Watch.

255: Addicted to the Thrill of Cyber Crime

August 07, 2019 20:30 - 1 hour - 72.6 MB

Federico is just a pile of recurring automations now, so Myke and Stephen discuss the rollout of Apple Card and the macOS bounty program, before a dive into FileMaker's history and recent rebranding and a discussion of moving on from the Apple Watch.

254: Hot Salt

July 31, 2019 21:30 - 1 hour - 77.9 MB

Stephen is back from repairing Macs and ruined the intro. Federico explains what's going on with iOS 13 Beta 5, and Myke is excited about the second coming of the Galaxy Fold. Then, the guys discuss Apple's Q3 results.

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