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#664: macOS Ventura & iPadOS 16
October 30th, 2022 · 104 minutes
Apple has shipped significant updates to its operating systems, so this week, David and Stephen explore the features each brings to the table, getting deep into macOS Ventura and iPadOS 16.1.
#663: HomeKit Check-In
October 23rd, 2022 · 117 minutes
With Matter on the horizon, there has never been a better time to get into home automation. On this episode, Stephen and David talk about how their HomeKit setups have evolved over time and what they hope Apple and others can add to the smart home.
#662: Navigating Apple Maps
October 16th, 2022 · 100 minutes
Apple Maps has matured from its rocky start back a decade ago into a robust alternative to Google Maps. This week, David and Stephen go on a roadtrip through the service's history, features and more.
#661: Our Desks & Bags
October 9th, 2022 · 95 minutes
With David settling in at his new studio, the guys take some time to talk about their desk setups, what's in their bags and what they carry with them daily.
#660: App Updates for iOS 16 & The Apple Watch Ultra
October 2nd, 2022 · 96 minutes
David and Stephen share some of the treats they've found as apps are getting updated for iOS 16. Then, they talk through their first impressions of the Apple Watch Ultra.
#659: Workflows with Alex Cox
September 25th, 2022 · 108 minutes
Alex Cox drops by the show to update Stephen and David on their new indie life, including Apple silicon hardware, collaboration tools and the new iPhone 14 Pro.
#658: Every Letter is Precious
September 18th, 2022 · 90 minutes
In this feedback episode, David and Stephen revisit iOS 16 and the M2 MacBook Air, then dive into some listener questions and talk about the state of voice dictation.
#657: New Hardware & iOS 16
September 8th, 2022 · 111 minutes
Apple has announced its slate of iPhones and Apple Watches for the year and has major software releases right around the corner. This week, David and Stephen discuss the company's announcements and review iOS 16.
#656: The Fundamentals are Timeless, with Stephen Millard
September 4th, 2022 · 112 minutes
Automation wizard Stephen Millard joins David and Stephen to discuss Shortcuts, Alfred workflows and a whole host of other automation tools across Apple's platforms.
#655: Streaming Check-in with Julia Alexander
August 28th, 2022 · 88 minutes
Julia Alexander drops by to discuss the world of streaming services, and how Apple stands apart from its competitors in the space. Also discussed: the sad lack of modern orange notebooks, the importance of the Apple Watch and some of Julia's go-to apps.