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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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Stephen has been blogging, Myke has been shopping, and Federico has been... CLI'ing.

This episode of Connected is sponsored by:

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Apple has announced new accessibility features coming to iOS, Google has announced ... a lot of things... at IO, and Federico has announced Shortcuts Playground. (Myke and Stephen don't have anything to announce.)

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Gurman has details on iOS 27, Google has new laptops, and Myke has an obligation to skip the third topic this week.

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Myke compliments Federico, and Stephen has gone down a rabbit hole with Casey Liss leading the way. Also: Apple continues to adjust its Mac lineup as the memory crisis drags on, and the guys have some jobs for John.

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Recent Guests

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Hosts

Federico Viticci
Host of the show with broad Apple ecosystem expertise; long-time editor at associated outlets.
Stephen Hackett
Co-host with deep hardware and Apple ecosystem knowledge; often shapes debates with historical context.
Myke Hurley
Co-host known for humor and crowd-pleasing banter; strong focus on workflows and community.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • 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 Kingdom4 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

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    1
    Rich Aesthetic Reviews
    United States5 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 States6 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 States7 months ago
  • Connected

    Yes, Viticci is too difficult to understand Photographic Styles

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    Igor Rusinov
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

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The show's long-running segments and game bits are frequently highlighted as engaging.
Some listeners wish episodes moved away from AI focus to broader tech topics.
Fans value thoughtful takes balanced with humor, not just headlines.
Listeners praise the trio's chemistry and deep Apple knowledge.

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#141
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#154
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#168
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#126
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#160
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#55
Argentina/Technology

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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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A weekly tech panel centers on Apple, the broader tech ecosystem, and how new hardware, software, and AI developments shape daily life. Episodes blend sharp analysis of product roadmaps, OS features, and industry events with candid banter, personal setups, and hands-on demos. Sponsors are a regular feature, but the trio's personality, deep domain knowledge, and long-running inside jokes give the show broad appeal to Apple enthusiasts and tech fans alike. Notable strengths include thoughtful takes on Apple's strategy, a willingness to speculate about未来 products, and a consistently human, humorous vibe that makes dense tech topics approachable.

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1. Upgrade
2. AppStories
3. Accidental Tech Podcast
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Connected launched 12 years ago and published 605 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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