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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631 episodes
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Aug 17, 2020 · 1 hr 49 min
311: Summer of App Store Problems
This week we cover the Summer of App Store Problems, including Epic taking on Apple and Google, and also the promise of an Apple Bundle and what frustrates us about Apple's services.
Aug 10, 2020 · 1 hr 47 min
310: The Opposite of Shiny
This week Jason reviews the new iMac and the public beta release of macOS Big Sur, Myke thinks Apple's making a big mistake in keeping game streaming services off of its platforms, and in Upstream we discuss how quickly the movie industry is changing.
Aug 4, 2020 · 1 hr 29 min
309: Ancient Mac Archaeologist
This week we cover Apple's newest iMacs, Phil Schiller's job transition, some formerly secret Apple emails, and Apple's surprisingly strong financial results. Also, Jason launches his new "20 Macs for 2020" project.
Jul 27, 2020 · 1 hr 42 min
308: The Adventures of Dr. Icon
This week Stephen joins the show to help Myke and Jason evaluate the best and worst new icons in macOS Big Sur.
Jul 20, 2020 · 1 hr 40 min
307: Big Sur Sosumi
This week is an audio extravaganza about a major new change in macOS Big Sur. Plus: Apple News adds audio features (but won't save journalism), and Jason test drives Peacock Premium.
Jul 13, 2020 · 1 hr 55 min
306: That's Beta Life!
This week we assemble a list of apps that fail to support important OS features, and discuss our favorite parts of the iOS and iPadOS Public Betas.
Jul 6, 2020 · 1 hr 40 min
305: A High School Production of Dracula
This week services are in the spotlight, as Apple TV+ adds material, Apple News gets some bad news, Apple Arcade redefines its ideal game, and we watch "Hamilton" on Disney+.
Jun 29, 2020 · 1 hr 50 min
304: Somebody’s Gotta Do It and It’s Gonna Be Us
This week we talk with Apple's Bob Borchers and Ronak Shah about macOS Big Sur! Plus, so much WWDC follow-up, including our speculation about what might be different about new Macs running on Apple silicon.
Jun 22, 2020 · 1 hr 37 min
303: The Return of Two Old Friends
Myke and Jason break down the WWDC 2020 keynote, which featured changes to the Mac both expected and unexpected and some long-wanted updates for iOS. Did the iPad updates let us down? Are we ready for the Apple Watch to track our sleep?
Jun 15, 2020 · 1 hr 30 min
302: The WWDC Keynote Draft 2020
It's time for the 2020 WWDC Keynote draft! Jason and Myke pick items both obvious and obscure, in the hopes of predicting what Apple will do on next week's keynote livestream. Also, we announce Upgrade+ – really!
Jun 8, 2020 · 1 hr 27 min
301: Show Me You’re Serious
With WWDC two weeks away, Myke and Jason share their wishes for iPadOS updates. They also analyze why they love certain kinds of games but are repelled by others and discuss Apple's inevitable move into streaming live sports.
Jun 1, 2020 · 1 hr 50 min
300: It's So Hard to Predict the Future
It's episode 300! This week Myke and Jason draft stories from the next hundred episodes of Upgrade, and we answer all of your questions about the podcast.
May 25, 2020 · 2 hr 1 min
299: My Gut Says Yes and No
This week we talk Apple's commitment to its video streaming service, Spotify and the future of podcasting, and then Myke at the Movies skips school to watch "Ferris Bueller's Day Off." #saveferris
May 18, 2020 · 1 hr 23 min
298: Copy Copy Copy, Paste Paste Paste Paste
Apple Stores are reopening in many parts of the world, but should you go? Also, TSMC plans to build a factory in the U.S., TV shows are being produced remotely during the lockdown, and Apple News+ turns to audio in an attempt to improve its service.
May 11, 2020 · 1 hr 29 min
297: Factual Controller
This week Jason and Myke ponder the mysteries of the 13-inch MacBook Pro(s), an online-only WWDC, BBC job titles, IKEA orders, and their least-favorite Apple products ever.
May 4, 2020 · 1 hr 59 min
296: You Wouldn't Believe The Stuff I Know
This week Mark Gurman joins us to discuss how Apple is handling its product plans during the pandemic! Then Myke and Jason discuss the new 13-inch MacBook Pro, and Jason finally gets to tell his tale of Drobo devastation.
Apr 27, 2020 · 1 hr 36 min
295: Leave the Podcast at the Beep
Our hosts are the target audience for Apple's new Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro, and we've got their full review. Then we ponder the balance of power between governments and tech giants over COVID-19 Bluetooth tracking.
Apr 20, 2020 · 1 hr 24 min
294: The Phone Was Full of Sawdust
Apple tweaks the Mac's battery settings, a new iPhone SE arrives, the first reviews of the Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro are in, and Apple's over-ear AirPods seem to be creeping closer.
Apr 13, 2020 · 1 hr 54 min
293: Opt In Your Face
Apple and Google join up to trace virus contacts, a bunch of TV shows are available for free, and Bloomberg adds a bit of normalcy by reporting about the next generation of iPhones. Finally, Myke at the Movies voyages to "Star Trek IV."
Apr 6, 2020 · 1 hr 46 min
292: Don't Look Over There!
How will COVID-19 change the future of consumer technology? Why is Zoom the videoconferencing tool of the moment, and why has it had so many security and privacy issues? We also discuss Amazon's ability to sell and rent movies on iOS.