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This week, Federico and John discuss the sort of sophisticated web apps that can be used with Safari on iPadOS 13 and share a bunch of tips and tricks based on Apple’s latest updates to Safari. This episode is sponsored by: Health IQ – Insurance for the Health Conscious. Save up to 41%. Take the quiz now to see if you qualify. Direct Mail – Create and send great looking email newsletters with Direct Mail, an easy-to-use email marketing app designed exclusively for the Mac. Links and Show Notes John on Clockwise, Episode #327: Chiming in the New Year MacStories Shortcuts Archive Safari section of iOS and iPadOS 13: The MacStories Review Desktop-Class Safari for iPad: A Hands-On Look at the Difference the iPadOS Update Makes to Apple’s Browser Follow us on Twitter AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees

This week on AppStories, Federico and John reveal the 2019 MacStories Selects Awards. This episode is sponsored by: Linode – High-performance SSD Linux servers for all of your infrastructure needs. Get a $20 credit. Kensington The Professionals Choice. Find the right docking solutions for your organization today. Re:Schedule – The app that helps you be more productive by organizing your collaboration with your schedule. Links and Show Notes Show Notes MacStories Selects 2019: Recognizing the Best Apps of the Year The Winners App of the Year: iA Writer Readers’ Choice Award: Drafts Best New App: Timery for Toggl Best App Update: LookUp 6 Best App Feature: Overcast Clip Sharing Best Watch App: HomeRun Best Mac App: Reeder 4 Best Game: Dead Cells Follow us on Twitter AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees

This week, we share our 2020 wishes for Apple’s system apps on iOS and the Mac. This episode is sponsored by: Luna Display – Turn any Mac or iPad into a wireless second display. Linode – High-performance SSD Linux servers for all of your infrastructure needs. Get a $20 credit. Kensington – The Professionals Choice. Find the right docking solutions for your organization today. Links and Show Notes Club MacStories Makes a Terrific Holiday Gift Mac Power Users, Episode 513 Connected, Episode 272: If the Issue Persists, Contact Apple Other apps mentioned: Ferrite Luma Fusion Todoist Scriptable iOS and iPadOS 13: The MacStories Review, What’s Still Missing from Shortcuts Follow us on Twitter AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees

This week, Federico and John cover one of their favorite RSS client for the Mac and iOS: Reeder by Silvio Rizzi. This episode is sponsored by: Luna Display – Turn any Mac or iPad into a wireless second display. MacStadium – Get 50% off your first two months of a Mac mini subscription now w/ code APPSTORIES, or get started with MacStadium’s new Orka private cloud. Kensington – The Professionals Choice. Find the right docking solutions for your organization today. Links and Show Notes Reeder 4 for Mac Reeder 4 for iOS Reeder Website Follow us on Twitter AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees

This week, Federico and John dive into their favorite HomeKit devices, apps, and automations. This episode is sponsored by: Luna Display – Turn any Mac or iPad into a wireless second display. Linode – High-performance SSD Linux servers for all of your infrastructure needs. Get a $20 credit. Moo: Custom business printing and design. Save 15%. Links and Show Notes Devices Circle 2 Cameras Aqara Home Security Hub Eve Window and Door Sensors Abode Hue lights LiFX lights Lutron Caseta light switch Ecobee 3 Eve Electrical Outlets HomeKit Routers Netgear Orbi Insignia WiFi Garage Door Controller for HomeKit Apps Pushcut Home+ 4 HomeRun Federico’s HomeRun setup HomeCam HomePass Automation Federico’s HomeKit shortcut Follow us on Twitter AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees

This week, Federico and John are joined by developer Zac Cohan, the creator of Soulver, a combination notepad and calculator that reimagines how calculations are made on the Mac and iOS. This episode is sponsored by: Luna Display – Turn any Mac or iPad into a wireless second display. MacStadium – Get 50% off your first two months of a Mac mini subscription now with code APPSTORIES, or get started with MacStadium’s new Orka private cloud. Linode – High-performance SSD Linux servers for all of your infrastructure needs. Get a $20 credit. Links and Show Notes Soulver On Twitter Acqualia The Creation of Soulver On MacStories: Soulver 3 for Mac: The MacStories Review Soulver Updated with Split View Support and File Management Features Follow us on Twitter AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees

This week, Federico and John share their thoughts on Apple’s new TV+ video streaming TV app, including what works, what doesn’t, and ways they think it could be improved. This episode is sponsored by: Linode – High-performance SSD Linux servers for all of your infrastructure needs. Get a $20 credit. Kensington: The Professionals Choice. Find the right docking solutions for your organization today. Links and Show Notes Apple TV+, Channels, and the Redesigned TV App: Our Complete Overview How To Open the Apple TV+ Front Page and Individual Shows Directly in the TV App Shows Discussed The Morning Show For All Mankind See Dickenson Follow us on Twitter AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees

This week, in what has become an annual tradition, Federico and John talk about how they’ve set up their Apple Watches, including the complications they use, the third-party apps on which they rely, and what’s in their Watch docks. This episode is sponsored by: Kolide – User focused security for teams that Slack. Try it free for 30 days. Direct Mail – Create and send great looking email newsletters with Direct Mail, an easy-to-use email marketing app designed exclusively for the Mac. Kensington – The Professionals Choice. Find the right docking solutions for your organization today. Links and Show Notes HomePod Update Apple Updates the HomePod with Multi-Voice Support and Ambient Sounds, Plus iPhone Handoff, Shortcuts, and HomeKit Functionality Hands-On with HomePod’s New Music Features for HomeKit, Shortcuts, and Handoff Our Apple Watch Setups Sleep Tracking with a Second Apple Watch 9to5Mac Watch Time – Balancing work, life, and fitness with Federico Viticci Napbot John’s Watch Faces Federico’s Series 5 Watch Face and Apps Apps WaterMinder HomeRun CARROT Weather Overcast Follow us on Twitter AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees

This week, Federico and John talk about GameClub, the classic iOS game service that launched last week, and some of the shortcuts they’ve been working on lately. This episode is sponsored by: Linode – High performance SSD Linux servers for all of your infrastructure needs. Get a $20 credit. Kolide – User focused security for teams that Slack. Try it free for 30 days. UpHabit – The app that makes connecting with people you care about part of your routine. Try it for free or take advantage of 60% off for new subscribers. Links and Show Notes GameClub Pocket RPG Legendary Wars Super Crate Box Gears Shortcuts Update Shortcuts Corner: Creating Multiple Reminders in a Row, Playing Audio on HomePod, and Reading Tech News Anti-Metal NFC Stickers Remote for Mac Pushcut Pushover Follow us on Twitter AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees Follow us on Instagram AppStories Federico Viticci John Voorhees

This week, Federico and John interview James Thomson, the creator of PCalc and Dice, for a developer’s perspective on Mac Catalyst and go behind the scenes of Federico’s iPhone 11 Pro camera story, Eternal City, Modern Photography: The iPhone 11 Pro in Rome. This episode is sponsored by: Linode - High-performance SSD Linux servers for all of your infrastructure needs. Get a $20 credit. Zapier - The easiest way to automate your work. Start your 14-day free trial today. Kolide - User focused security for teams that Slack. Try it free for 30 days. Links and Show Notes James Thomson Twitter Catalytic Converter PCalc (Mac and iOS) Dice (Mac and iOS) Eternal City, Modern Photography: The iPhone 11 Pro in Rome