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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.

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A bunch of future Apple hardware has leaked in a beta of macOS Tahoe. The guys go through the list and then consider the iPad mini's place in the world and the UI changes coming with Golden Gate.

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The trio reunites to discuss Google's new Pixel lineup, how we feel about Siri AI, and clipboard managers.

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Stephen and Myke are joined by Jason Snell to talk about CarPlay on boats and the new version of Pastebot, before useful consumer advice is given about weather stations and network-attached storage.

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Recent Guests

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Episode: 607: You're on Speaker Phone with Connected
Glenn Fleischman
Columnist at Six Colors and Executive Editor at Take Control
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Episode: 566: True UK Elephant
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John Ternes
Apple's product lead
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Episode: 501: My Heart Skipped a Beat

Hosts

Federico Viticci
Editor-in-Chief of MacStories; host introduced as keynote/chairman with multiple episodes as a core figure.
Stephen Hackett
Co-host and long-running panel member; frequently described as host of Connected with emphasis on Apple tech insight.
Myke Hurley
Co-host of the show; known for humor, banter, and deep dives into workflows and tech topics.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Keeps me in the know

    Fun and informative. You will get information about apple products as well of other companies doing things you may not know.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John of Babylon
    United States12 days ago
  • Too much weekly AI chat.

    The AI stuff isn’t interesting guys.

    I understand the show would probably be half the length if you cut it, but we could do without it.

    Hopefully the show moves on soon and gets back to being one of my favourites!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    its_wes
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Old Men Yell At Clouds

    I used to enjoy listening to this podcast. But now every single one (both shows and episodes) is nothing but complaint complaint complaint. The only thing that Apple has dropped the ball on in the last year is Apple Intelligence. This is still a limit as to how much you can complain before it just becomes old. I mean, what am I subscribing for. Complaining for an hour about a freaking icon. Like get over yourselves. You tap on it and then the icon is not even there anymore. I like them, you don’... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rich Aesthetic Reviews
    United States7 months ago
  • This is just slow death

    Ticci and Myke have gone off the rails. They just ramble at this point. Also, we all conveniently forgot the thousands of hours they wasted by saying "iPad is totally a computer and it's as good as Mac" anyone remembers that? Just end it with you have some dignity left

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Hodl_till_the_end
    United States8 months ago
  • Episode 577

    I don’t know what it is, but every time I listen to these guys, it gets funnier and funnier without loosing the quality and information it provides. This episode”s mood and energy was great. It made my morning commuting to work. Keep it up guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pixellolis
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

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Many fans appreciate the mix of humor and deep-dive analysis.
Listeners praise the hosts' chemistry and thoughtful Apple-centric tech insight.
Some feedback centers on AI-focused episodes feeling dominant or overemphasized.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#88
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#75
United Kingdom/Technology
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#106
Canada/Technology
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#45
Australia/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#75
Italy/Technology
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#139
Germany/Technology

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

589: We Are Men of Each Other
Q: How many Thunderbolt ports are on the entry-level iMac?
There are two Thunderbolt ports.
589: We Are Men of Each Other
Q: What is the smallest storage size offered on an iPhone today?
The smallest storage size is 128GB.
589: We Are Men of Each Other
Q: What is the least expensive Apple branded item for sale on the Apple Store?
The least expensive item is the USB-C to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter for $10.
589: We Are Men of Each Other
Q: What is the oldest iPhone that supports iOS 26?
The oldest iPhone is the iPhone 11, which came out in 2019.
589: We Are Men of Each Other
Q: How much does the entry-level iPad cost?
It costs $349.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Connected

What is Connected about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly tech discussion panel focused on Apple, the tech industry, and how these ecosystems shape everyday life. Episodes balance deep dives into hardware releases, software trends, and AI conversations with personal workflows, product bets, and lighthearted game segments. The show stands out for its chemistry among three long-running hosts, frequent guest-free dynamics, and long-standing rituals like predictions and “passion picks.” Sponsor reads are woven in, providing practical buying context alongside candid opinions about the industry, making it useful for listeners who want both actionable tech insights and entertaining banter.

Noteworthy angles include granular takes on Apple's software and hardware trajectories, live debates about... more

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1. Upgrade
2. AppStories
3. Accidental Tech Podcast
4. Mac Power Users
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Connected launched 12 years ago and published 617 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Glenn Fleischman
3. Jason Snell
4. John Bori
5. John Ternes

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