Upgrade
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Upgrade looks at how technology shapes our lives, from the devices in our hands and pockets to the streaming services that keep us entertained. Hosted by Jason Snell and Myke Hurley.
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04/01/24 • 100 min
Subtitle: Let's Go Snell!
We often cite anonymous reports about Apple's future, but where do those reports come from? We discuss of the value and ethics of Apple rumor coverage. Also, we've seen the latest Vision Pro immersive video and have strong opinions.
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522: Reserve Your Spot
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07/29/24 • 93 min
After recapping their excitement about the Relay 10 event in London, Jason and Myke discuss the arrival of Apple Intelligence in a surprising beta release and imagine some interesting new directions for the iPhone product line.
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123: Sheer Gadget Magnetism
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01/09/17 • 96 min
Jason and Myke return from their well-deserved holiday to discuss the 10th anniversary of the iPhone and Jason’s reactions to the iPhone back in the day. Then we tell the tale of the day San Diego got Ahoy Telephoned.
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479: The Three Oranges
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10/02/23 • 113 min
Subtitle: Aerospace, Golden Gate Bridge, and Engineering
As a very busy September turns over into October, we've got an episode packed with follow-up: Tim Cook takes another European vacation, the Vision Pro product roadmap recedes, Apple considers its search-engine strategy, and we review macOS Sonoma.
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504: Tone 47
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03/18/24 • 84 min
Is Apple working with Google on its A.I. strategy? We break down what that might mean for the future of Apple's platforms--and why it might make a lot of sense. And in Europe, Apple continues to alter its App Store rules.
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57: Complex Feelings
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10/05/15 • 82 min
This week Jason and Myke discuss OS X El Capitan, and Amazon's curious practice of removing AppleTV from stock.
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493: Upgradies Hall of Fame
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01/01/24 • 76 min
Happy New Year! In this extra-special episode, Jason and Myke pick their favorite Upgradies winners of the past ten years in each Upgradies category.
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497: The Poison Pill
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01/29/24 • 123 min
Just before launch, Jason has some second impressions of the Apple Vision Pro. But before the new-platform excitement starts, there's the matter of Apple's response to the EU and a complicated set of new iOS policies and features.
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10/21/24 • 98 min
This week we recommend some TV shows, differentiate between types of vaporware, and break down the new iPad mini and Amazon Kindles. Then, Myke and Jason try to predict exactly what Apple might announce later this month.
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01/22/24 • 148 min
Celebrating 40 years of the Mac, we've gathered an all-star panel of longtime Mac users to pick the best Macs, Mac software, and Mac accessories, as well as induct a few events or devices into the Mac Hall of Shame.
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Dan Moren, John Gruber, John Siracusa, Shelly Brisbin, and Stephen Hackett
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FAQ
How many episodes does Upgrade have?
Upgrade currently has 539 episodes available.
What topics does Upgrade cover?
The podcast is about Jason, Tech, Media, Streaming, Apple, Podcasts, Technology and Amazon.
What is the most popular episode on Upgrade?
The episode title '506: Legacy When? Legacy Now?' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Upgrade?
The average episode length on Upgrade is 95 minutes.
How often are episodes of Upgrade released?
Episodes of Upgrade are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Upgrade?
The first episode of Upgrade was released on Sep 16, 2014.
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