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mastodon 4.7.3Upgrade is a podcast hosted by @jsnell@zeppelin.flights and @imyke@myke.social that looks at how technology shapes our lives, from the devices in our hands and pockets to the streaming services that keep us entertained.
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Breaking news! Apple announces that Tim Cook's tenure as CEO is ending, and John Ternus and Johny Srouji get promotions. And when that's done, we finish our Apple at 50 coverage with a vibe-based draft.
https://www.relay.fm/upgrade/612
Upgrade+: Leftover picks and old Upgrade names. (Get longer, ad-free episodes at http://getupgradeplus.com)
Myke has Neo FOMO and we have reviews of both Studio Display models. Also: Apple starts celebrating 50; App Store fees are lowered in China; Somehow, AirPods Max returned; Apple's AI crisistunity; and Jason in Jeopardy!?
https://www.relay.fm/upgrade/607
Upgrade+: A shocking surprise! (Get longer, ad-free episodes at http://getupgradeplus.com)
Jason and Myke tell the story of Apple's origin: It emerged from the unique environment of the suburbs of the '70s thanks to the particular genius of its two co-founders... and the surprising help they got along the way.
https://www.relay.fm/upgrade/609
Upgrade+: Behind the scenes! (Get longer, ad-free episodes at http://getupgradeplus.com)
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The Mac Pro is dead, iOS 18 security updates are now available for all, and Siri's upcoming revamp comes into focus. After all that's done, both hosts share their Apple origin stories.
https://www.relay.fm/upgrade/610
Upgrade+: Myke watches "The Pitt" season one! (Get longer, ad-free episodes at http://getupgradeplus.com)
Myke talks to Jason about his "Jeopardy!" experience, and Jason interviews David Pogue about his book, "Apple: The First 50 Years."
https://www.relay.fm/upgrade/608
Upgrade+: Jason's "Jeopardy!" watch party. (Get longer, ad-free episodes at http://getupgradeplus.com)
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Jason and Myke try to predict what Apple will be announcing this week, except for the stuff that was announced Monday. But they discuss the new iPad Air and iPhone 17e too! Also: Apple's F1 plans and some Report Card follow-up.
https://www.relay.fm/upgrade/605
Upgrade+: WBD sold! (Get longer, ad-free episodes at http://getupgradeplus.com)
Given a week to process the news of Apple's CEO transition, we ponder where Apple will go under John Ternus, the role of Johny Srouji, and why a book about Tim Cook would not be a cookbook.
https://www.relay.fm/upgrade/613
Upgrade+: Jason's a prisoner of Jeopardy! (Get longer, ad-free episodes at http://getupgradeplus.com)
Is it possible that Apple could run out of MacBook Neos? What's Apple's smart glasses strategy, really? We also tackle both questions, discuss Jason's new smart lock, and consider the folding iPhone.
https://www.relay.fm/upgrade/611
Upgrade+: Next week's plan and discarded names. (Get longer, ad-free episodes at http://getupgradeplus.com)
This week, Jason reviews the MacBook Neo! Plus: Draft results, Jason is (back) in print, and new MacBook Pros and Studio Displays. But it's mostly about MacBook Neo!
https://www.relay.fm/upgrade/606
Upgrade+: Teasing future episodes! (Get longer, ad-free episodes at http://getupgradeplus.com)
Google and Apple join forces to corner the market on smartphone AI, John Ternus gets a profile in the New York Times, live NBA basketball comes to the Vision Pro, and Apple inconsistently refuses to stop bad App Store behavior.
https://www.relay.fm/upgrade/598
Upgrade+: Pluribus! (Get longer, ad-free episodes at http://getupgradeplus.com)
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Episode 600 prompts us to revisit predictions from episode 500 and make some new ones for episode 700. We also cover new AirTags and Apple's plans to fix Apple Intelligence.
https://www.relay.fm/upgrade/600
Upgrade+: Jason's picks, the Flop House, and a few words on courage. (Get longer, ad-free episodes at http://getupgradeplus.com)
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We discuss the results of the Six Colors Apple Report Card for 2025 in depth, with our added opinions on every category. Jason chooses to be a rascal, and Myke tries to give ten out of five.
https://www.relay.fm/upgrade/604
Upgrade+: Report Card notes. (Get longer, ad-free episodes at http://getupgradeplus.com)
We discuss Apple's struggles to ship an upgraded Apple Intelligence, prepare for a March 4 product announcement, and explain Apple TV going all in on "Severance." Also, Jason answers your (many!) curling questions!
https://www.relay.fm/upgrade/603
Upgrade+: An AI grab bag. (Get longer, ad-free episodes at http://getupgradeplus.com)
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This week we're following up on what the Apple-Google AI hookup means and reacting to Apple's announcement of an oddly shaped creative apps bundle.
https://www.relay.fm/upgrade/599
Upgrade+: Big changes in "Star Wars." (Get longer, ad-free episodes at http://getupgradeplus.com)
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The Apple Watch might become more widget-like in the future. We like the idea, but who is checking stock prices on their wrist?!
Eddy Cue comes down hard on a would-be Apple service; we try to figure out what the new low-end Mac laptop might be, Tim Cook calls an important meeting to say a lot of words, and we tackle all aspects of the Super Bowl.
https://www.relay.fm/upgrade/602
Upgrade+: Beverage disasters! (Get longer, ad-free episodes at http://getupgradeplus.com)
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