I have been drying apples for the past week with the leftover apples from cider making. Some apples are good for drying, some for applesauce, some for baking, some for cider,etc. It helps to know which apples you have. the good thing about dried apples is that they are good emergency food to keep in your pocket. they are soft and leathery and at first you are unimpressed but then the flavor just blooms in your mouth as a delightful surprise.
I'm a woman and totally agree.