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Connected

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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.

Episodes

278: Honey for my Ears

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.

Jan 22, 20202 hr 33 minEp. 278

277: Good Luck Not Waking up the Entire Building

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.

Jan 15, 20201 hr 21 minEp. 277

276: Symbiosis, Osmosis, Whatever

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.

Jan 08, 20202 hr 40 minEp. 276

275: The Rickies (Early 2020)

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.

Jan 01, 20202 hr 36 minEp. 275

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

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.

Dec 18, 20192 hr 52 minEp. 274

272: If the Issue Persists, Contact Apple

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.

Dec 04, 20192 hr 31 minEp. 272

271: You Have a Police Record

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.

Nov 27, 20192 hr 52 minEp. 271

270: Best Trees in the Country

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.

Nov 20, 20192 hr 42 minEp. 270

269: Read My Email Through My Eyes

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.

Nov 13, 20192 hr 38 minEp. 269

268: Executive Spaghetti

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."

Nov 06, 20192 hr 49 minEp. 268

267: Something Stuck in Your Ear

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.

Oct 30, 20191 hr 26 minEp. 267

266: What Are You, an Accountant?

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.

Oct 23, 20192 hr 31 minEp. 266

265: What Are You, a Dictionary?

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.

Oct 14, 20192 hr 46 minEp. 265

264: Trash Forever

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

Oct 09, 20192 hr 34 minEp. 264

263: Moon Plus Sign Plus Sign

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.

Oct 02, 20192 hr 34 minEp. 263

262: The Ghost of Bilateral Charging

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.

Sep 25, 20192 hr 45 minEp. 262

261: You Handed Me a Watermelon

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.

Sep 18, 20191 hr 21 minEp. 261

260: The Most Golden Master

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.

Sep 11, 20192 hr 47 minEp. 260

259: The Rickies (Fall 2019)

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

Sep 04, 20192 hr 32 minEp. 259

258: Technically iOS 13

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.

Aug 28, 20191 hr 13 minEp. 258

257: Relay FM Family Feud

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.

Aug 23, 20192 hr 1 minEp. 257

256: Switch On

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

Aug 14, 20191 hr 22 minEp. 256

255: Addicted to the Thrill of Cyber Crime

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.

Aug 07, 20191 hr 19 minEp. 255

254: Hot Salt

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.

Jul 31, 20191 hr 25 minEp. 254

253: Jeff Would Absolutely Destroy Me

Federico and Myke are interested in expanding their smart home devices, wondering if Apple will buy a chunk of Intel, and considering the possible new features of the iPhone 11.

Jul 24, 20191 hr 26 minEp. 253

252: Full Oracle Mode

Federico has concerns about dummy units of the next iPhone. Stephen is troubled by the icon used for Software Update in macOS. Both of them receive a visit from a mystic being named Myke. Oh, and it's World Emoji Day!

Jul 17, 20191 hr 26 minEp. 252

251: The Worrier Warrior

Myke has a story about the beach, Federico has a plan for NFC stickers, and Stephen has some thoughts on this week's MacBook news.

Jul 10, 20191 hr 23 minEp. 251

250: Tonight Will Be in the Future

Federico reminds everyone that it's okay to not have strong feelings about Jony Ive leaving Apple, while Stephen feels tempted by iOS 13. Meanwhile, Eddy Cue talks about rumors of Tim Cook meddling with Apple TV+ scripts and Project Catalyst continues to make news.

Jul 03, 20191 hr 26 minEp. 250

249: Federighi Snapped His Fingers

Myke resumes his role as the tvOS guy and Federico's Memoji have all been killed. Apple's Public Betas have arrived, as have new rumors of a future small iPhone. Stephen preaches the good news of Carbon.

Jun 26, 20192 hr 35 minEp. 249