
AppStories is a weekly exploration of the world of apps by MacStories’ Federico Viticci and John Voorhees. Each week, they discuss the best new apps, the impact of apps on our culture, and cover the stories behind popular apps. Hosted by Federico Viticci and John Voorhees.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 473 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Technology | |||

This week, Federico and John revisit App Intents to discuss where it came from, what it can do today, and the challenges Apple faces in integrating it with Apple Intelligence.
On AppStories+, John and Federico migrated their server setups and found ... more
This week, Federico and John share apps they’re trying for the first time, including a calendar app, a text editor, a snippets utility, and more.
Then on AppStories+, John shares his first impressions of Xcode 26.3.
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This week on AppStories, John and Federico share the very different ways they use Notion.
On AppStories+, we follow up on OpenClaw security concerns and explore the ways Federico is using it.
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This week, Federico and John update listeners on the ClawdBot-MoltBot-OpenClaw saga before digging into how AI will affect apps and app developers.
On AppStories+, John covers why Creator Studio is such a fundamental shift in Apple’s approach to ‘Pr... more
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So Viticci was a big advocate against AI and now all he talks about it is AI building apps and such. Now he wants to post it to everyone to have. Must be a good payout to have these AI on their ads. Such a sellout.
John lacks insight, shallow
Might just as well rename this to AiStories. From no AI all the way to use and talk AI almost every week. Lol
Every episode teaches me something new going on in the world of apps
great listen except for the constant ads on top of the insane 8$ a month cost to listen….
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This podcast provides an in-depth look at the landscape of applications, touching on both popular and indie software. The hosts frequently discuss the latest app releases, highlighting their functionalities and cultural implications, while also engaging in conversations about the evolving nature of mobile platforms and AI technologies. Unique themes such as 'vibe coding' and the impact of Apple's App Store reforms emerge, presenting a nuanced perspective on technology's intersection with daily life. The dynamic between the two hosts allows for a blend of personal anecdotes and critical analyses, making it both informative and relatable for tech enthusiasts. Additionally, the exploration of automation, digital tools, and design philosophies ... more
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