452: The Rickies (WWDC 2023)
WWDC23 is just a few days away, so Myke, Federico and Stephen have made their predictions for what Apple will — and won't — announce.
Episodes
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
451: A Bath in the Genius Tub
An old problem is back, Myke found an unusual way to fix his Apple Watch, Federico is dazzled by magnets and Stephen feels weird about some apps.
450: The Bluetooth Nature of it All
The One True John joins Federico and Stephen to discuss the winners of Automation April, Apple's recent run of press releases, Stage Manager on the Mac and using iMessage on Windows.
449: Optimize the Content Factory Inside of You
Apple has announced Logic Pro and Final Cut Pro for the iPad, and the guys have some thoughts. Also on the docket: laptop stands, Apple Watch hardware and a letter from the P.O. Box.
448: I'm in Figma
This week on the show, Stephen discovers wireless CarPlay, Myke shares some cool Mac apps and Federico makes a confession about his iPad usage. Then, the guys regroup on the topic of Mastodon.
447: Mr. Flip Flop
Stephen explains his recent truck accident and absence from the podcast, Myke has a bunch of app suggestions for Federico and they all have questions about Tim Cook's Apple Watch usage.
446: Oooh Draaamaa!
Federico needs some app suggestions, do you have them? Myke has some Getty-related follow up. They also discuss what Apple's suite of VR apps could look like.
445: Do You Have a Trumpet on the Floor?
Stephen, Myke and Federico discuss the success of S-GPT, the future of Apple's display business and the next iPhone's buttons. They also roast Steve Jobs' office.
444: The World's Biggest AI Onion
Federico has released S-GPT, a Shortcut that brings the power of ChatGPT down to your devices and data. Myke and Stephen talk to him about the project and what's next in Automation April after dealing with some confusing follow-up.
443: You Don’t Deserve Me at 3x
WWDC 2023 was announced about 60 seconds after the guys started recording. After booking their travel, Myke, Federico and Stephen regroup to discuss a possible iPhone Action Button, how people use Shazam, iOS 16.4 and more. They also pause to honor the work of Alex Hay.
442: They Want Azimuth
Myke makes a very important correction and deeply regrets his previous error. Federico pits cubes against triangles and Clippy has been reborn as Microsoft 365 Copilot. Lastly, Stephen starts his search for an heir.
441: You, John and My Wife
Spotify is getting weird, Apple is getting wise to long thighs and The Quizzies are back!
440: Indie Straps
Apple announces a new iPhone (colour), Google announces details for I/O, Federico has thoughts on all VR headsets, and Myke checks a vibe.
439: People Like You are Killing Blogs
Federico has launched Apple Frames 3.1, Myke is worried about a secret plan set in motion by Stephen and Bing has thoughts on Apple's Books app.
438: The Jeremies (February 2023)
New emoji are coming with iOS 16.4, so it's time for Federico to guess their names.
437: Mr. Nice Wrist Guy
This week, the guys roast each other's Apple Watches and things get weird.
436: Satya Nadella, He's a Stone-Cold Killa
While Federico is off wrangling Ethernet cables, Stephen and Myke explain their usage of Mastodon before talking about AI, firmware and Apple's 2022.
435: I'm So Fedi Sorry
Stephen talks a bit about what has been going on in Memphis, Federico gets folded up over rumors and Myke has a surprise.
434: You Won't Believe This New Scam
Stephen reads some poetry, some Macs got reviewed and Federico makes a confession about his computing life.
433: The Best Alarm is the Alarm
The guys cover Apple's new Macs and the new HomePod before pouring one out for third-party Twitter clients.
432: Spaghetti Features
It's a new year, and the guys have come prepared with resolutions, themes and more to kick off 2023.
431: The Rickies (January 2023)
2022 is over, and there are picks to be scored. After grading their predictions for the year, Stephen, Myke and Federico amend some rules and put their flags in the ground for 2023.
430: The 2022 Annies: A Lot of Mercenaries
Myke, Federico and Someone Who Kind of Sounds Like Stephen review 2022's biggest Apple stories, grading them from "Nightmare" to "Best, I Love You."
429: Lucy's Football Factory
The boys celebrate the holidays with their annual gift exchange, and then it's time to make predictions for what will happen in 2023--but first, it's time to score our picks from the past year and crown a new champion.
428: Timery (Taylor's Version)
The guys have feelings about websites, then talk about the new features in iOS 16.2 and the possibility of Apple opening up the iPhone.
427: Therapy for an Apple Blogger
Myke has returned and has feelings about recent developments on the show. After Myke tries to punish Stephen with a set of quiz questions, Federico explores Obsidian's new Canvas feature.
426: Just a Cable Away
Stephen and Federico are joined by the One True John to discuss the past, present and future of the iPad mini, as well as home networking, award-winning APIs and a big surprise.
425: Indenting Left Again
Myke is on vacation, so Stephen and Federico make a play for the hearts of the people.
424: The Clicky Click (Nibby Nib)
This week, the guys discuss cubes, the value of feedback and what's left for Apple's year. Also on the topic list: mid-life crises, the Apple polishing cloth and a new membership perk for Connected Pro.
423: I Know What a Parrot Is
Myke returns to the show with some questions for his co-hosts. Then, conversations about Federico's Apple Frames 3.0 Shortcut, Stephen's ability to track his wallet and Elon's changes at Twitter.