MacStories Unwind+ Foldables, Hubs, and Weekend Picks
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Mar 27, 2026 They walk through a big refresh of their gear setups and explain why testing drives frequent changes. Foldable phones, a revived handheld SteamOS device, and a Mac Studio server get attention. Docking workflows, hubs, and keyboard/peripheral choices are discussed. They also trade picks: a quirky zombie musical and replaying two expansive games.
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Quarterly Setups Reveal Workflow Rhythms
- MacStories Setups is updated quarterly to track gear changes and reveal workflow shifts.
- Federico uses a changelog to show gear additions/removals, highlighting themes of simplification and periodic diversification.
Single MacBook Pro Desk Setup With One-Cable Docking
- Federico consolidated to using a single MacBook Pro for daily work and docks it at his desk for podcast recording.
- He credits an Asus monitor with multiple inputs and a single USB-C cable for making clamshell and device switching seamless.
Carry A Foldable And An iPhone For Complementary Use
- Try dual-device phone carry if you want both foldable multitasking and iPhone compatibility.
- Federico carries a Samsung Z Fold 7 plus an iPhone, using DeX to dock the Fold 7 as a desktop environment at his desk.