261: You Handed Me a Watermelon

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261: You Handed Me a Watermelon

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Sep 18, 2019

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The Big Tall Italian Boy is gone, but Stephen and Myke are together in person to review the iPhone XS on its way out the door, discuss reviews of the new iPhones and the Apple Watch Series 5. Then, they explore Apple Arcade and share what they've been playing.

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Sep 18, 2019

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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, Myke Hurley, and Stephen Hackett.

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