367: The Rickies (October 2021)
Apple has announced an October event, so the Passionate Ones have gathered to appoint a new Event Chairman through the making of Picks, both Regular and Risky.
Oct 13, 2021•2 hr 34 min•Ep. 367
Connected
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
366: 5, 1, 4, 6, 9, 6, 3, 4, 7, 8, 2, 2, 3, 5, 9, 12, 12, 3, 4, 1, 5, 9, 11, 8, 6, 4, 11, 5, 1, 1, 2, 8, 8, 2, 8, 12, 3, 6, 6, 11, 12, 2, 6, 1, 9, 1, 7, 10
This week, the boys turn to a 12-sided die to shape the order of the show. Topics on the dodecahedron include follow-up, the 10th anniversary of Steve Jobs' death, tables coming to Craft and Amazon's recent announcements.
Oct 06, 2021•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 366
365: Sorry, I'm Plastic
The guys all have new iPhones and talk about their migration experiences and initial impressions of the new devices. Then, Myke and Stephen tell Federico what he already knew — that the new iPad mini is fantastic.
Sep 29, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 365
364: One True John Demands Your Allegiance
iOS and iPadOS 15 are out, as are reviews for the new iPhones and iPads. This week, Federico tells Stephen and Myke what the new iPad mini is like and what Safari extensions they should check out. Mood boards were created along the way.
Sep 23, 2021•2 hr 35 min•Ep. 364
363: FaceIDSensorThatSupportsPartiallyOccludedFaces
The dust has settled from Apple's iPhone 13 event and a Chairman has emerged from the haze.
Sep 16, 2021•2 hr 39 min•Ep. 363
362: The Rickies (September 2021)
Apple will be California Streaming, so the Connected guys are dreaming of sweet, sweet victories in the September '21 Rickies.
Sep 08, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 362
361: The Apple Maps of Cellular Radios
September is here, and that means iPhone and Apple Watch rumors are heating up. Stephen and Myke go through what's new on that front, cover some cool new Mac accessories, share regrets about Nest and kick off National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
Sep 01, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 361
360: The Luxembourg Incident
Myke and Federico pick Connected's weirdest listener, look back at Tim Cook's ten years as CEO of Apple, and talk about Federico's new CMS.
Aug 25, 2021•2 hr 32 min•Ep. 360
359: DLC to iOS 14
The guys mark Relay's 7th birthday by launching the annual Relay FM for St. Jude fundraiser! Then, discussions about Safari 15, 1Password and Federico's switch to Android.
Aug 18, 2021•2 hr 43 min•Ep. 359
358: Roast my Dock
Instead of just texting him, Myke directs much of his follow-up directly an absent Federico. Then, he and Stephen talk about the latest iPhone 13 rumors and roast each other's Docks.
Aug 11, 2021•2 hr 30 min•Ep. 358
357: I Need my Hands, Especially in the Summer
Myke is away, so Stephen talks about the Mac Pro and Federico talks about emulating old video games. Also: MagSafe PopSockets, shipping challenges and the future of the Jeremies.
Aug 04, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 357
356: Poke a Hole in the Toolbar
Myke received his mascot and Federico found another Magsafe wallet. There are even more iPad Mini rumors, and Beta 4 has brought a whole new set of changes to Safari. But don’t worry, the Europeans also want to share some things they love right now.
Jul 28, 2021•2 hr 45 min•Ep. 356
355: Roast my Menu Bar
Myke has questions about the Apple Watch, Stephen holds an unboxing and Federico has a new computer. Then, judging others based on the menu bar of their Mac.
Jul 22, 2021•2 hr 39 min•Ep. 355
354: Now You Drink Water Using a Balloon
Stephen has to whisper with an accent and Apple has to keep re-thinking Safari 15. Meanwhile, Myke still isn't using MagSafe and Federico's text editor has gone global.
Jul 15, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 354
353: 88XX BANE
A ceramic Apple Watch. A calendar Kickstarter. A review update. A ceramic Apple Watch. A calendar Kickstarter. A review update. An Apple Watch. A Kickstarter. An update. This is not three episodes of Connected. It's one episode, and we call it 88XX BANE.
Jul 07, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 353
352: A Watched Watch Never Boils
This week, the guys talk about the Big Mail and Mimestream email clients, then move on to the topics of broken Apple Watches, Safari 15 and Apple's new Public Betas.
Jun 30, 2021•2 hr 32 min•Ep. 352
351: The Internet Runs on a Bunch of Numbers and Dots
Myke is pondering emails apps and Federico is not happy with Safari. Also, Day One has been acquired, development continues on Dark Sky, and the boys are excited about Live Text.
Jun 23, 2021•2 hr 31 min•Ep. 351
350: A Setup of Optimism
This week, Myke, Stephen and Federico gather from across the globe to discuss iPadOS 15 multitasking and some sad Mac news.
Jun 16, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 350
349: If Robots Happen, We’ll Need To Readdress This
WWDC 2021 is underway, and picks made last week must be judged. There will be a winner, a loser and probably some changes to the rules of the game.
Jun 10, 2021•2 hr 46 min•Ep. 349
348: The Rickies (WWDC 2021)
WWDC is next week, so the boys have gathered their picks for The Rickies, which are now tracked on some amazing websites. As for the picks themselves ... well, buckle up, because things get passionate.
Jun 01, 2021•2 hr 53 min•Ep. 348
347: Friendship Ended with Shelf
Myke (AKA the tvOS Guy) has a review of the new Apple TV remote and Federico has been pontificating about a new iPod touch. Then, with WWDC fast approaching, the Europeans pick a couple more features they want to see Apple announce. Stephen got stuck with the edit.
May 26, 2021•2 hr 35 min•Ep. 347
346: The Hi-Res Society
The M1 iPad Pro is here, and Federico walks Stephen and Myke through his review and thoughts on the new device. Then, a lecture on high-resolution audio in light of the recent Apple Music news. It's Federico Mania!
May 20, 2021•2 hr 55 min•Ep. 346
345: Why Are the Italians Involved?
Federico is attempting to live that Thunderbolt life as Myke starts reviewing apps. Meanwhile, Stephen is the worst. Then, with WWDC a month away, the guys introduce a new segment.
May 12, 2021•2 hr 42 min•Ep. 345
344: A Chainsaw from Eight Miles Away
There are some amazing websites on the Internet, but nothing can ease the pain brought by iPad mini rumors. Stephen knows about sound, Myke has a new keychain and Federico has a story to tell about Obsidian.
May 05, 2021•2 hr 47 min•Ep. 344
343: The Jeremies (April 2021)
Myke explains what admiration means, then the guys talk about what's new in iOS 14.5 before getting into what's going on at Basecamp. Then in a radical change of gears, Federico has to name some emoji and Stephen surprises the guys with some news.
Apr 28, 2021•2 hr 36 min•Ep. 343
342: MH AH 👻 😬
Apple's Spring Event has come and gone, and now the picks must be graded. Will Stephen remain in power as the Keynote Chairman? Can Myke gain access to both Twitter accounts, or is Federico poised for a comeback?
Apr 23, 2021•2 hr 43 min•Ep. 342
341: The Rickies (April 2021)
Apple is holding an event next week, so the guys have gathered their picks and are entering the Battlefield of the Ricky. The Keynote Chairman title is on the line.
Apr 14, 2021•2 hr 38 min•Ep. 341
340: Very Good at Being Computers; Very Bad at Being Humans
Stephen cleans out the Connected inbox, Federico questions the meaning of an idea and Myke checks out a new task manager. Then, a discussion about the ramifications of technology reminding us of painful past events or encounters.
Apr 07, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 340
339: The Inbox Is The Spice
After an explanation on how feedback is best sent, Federico and Myke discuss their thoughts on TickTick, the (potential) future of the music industry, the announcement of WWDC 2021, and whether Connected listeners prefer Dark Mode or Light Mode.
Mar 31, 2021•2 hr 46 min•Ep. 339
338: KanBanBanSubHub
After follow-up about feelings, Ticci explains what's going on with links to previously-made Shortcuts and Stephen marks 20 years of OS X. Then, Myke leads a focus group about the future of Apple in the home and the guys all inspect a task manager that has recently popped up on one of their home screens.
Mar 24, 2021•2 hr 46 min•Ep. 338