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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.

Copyright: Copyright © 2024 Relay FM

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351: Long Hair Is In, Disco Is Back May 03, 2021

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Apple had a record-breaking quarter that showed strong growth in all areas of its business, but clouds loom on the horizon. A global semiconductor shortage threatens Mac and iPad sales, the EU ruled that the App Store is anticompetitive, and Apple's court case with Epic Games is about to kick off. Did Tim Cook suggest that Apple is ready to change its policies to avoid even harsher sanctions? And upon further consideration, does Apple Podcasts Subscriptions create another barrier to competition in the App Store?

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Set up and use Magic Keyboard for iPad - Apple Support

Apple Outlines iMac Retail Availability – 512 Pixels

Apple’s record second quarter in charts – Six Colors

How the heck did Apple make so much money last quarter? – Macworld

‘Not cast in concrete’: Apple moving with the (regulatory) times – Six Colors

EU accuses Apple of App Store antitrust violations after Spotify complaint - The Verge

Epic Games v. Apple Lawsuit: Fortnite removed from App Store - Protocol — The people, power and politics of tech

The good and bad of Apple Podcasts Subscriptions – Six Colors

Spotify launches podcast subscriptions, but you can’t subscribe in-app - The Verge

350: The Time for Color is Now Apr 26, 2021

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Apple's Colleen Novielli and Navpreet Kaloty visit the show to discuss the new 24-inch iMac in depth. Then Jason and Myke discuss the positioning of the new iPad Pro, and what it means that Apple has given it an M1 processor and added other hardware features previously available only on the Mac.

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Following the Shortbread Crumbs - David Smith, Independent iOS Developer

Binging with Babish: Biscuits from Ted Lasso - YouTube

Apple's New Siri Remote Lacks Motion Control Sensors Required by Some Apple TV Games - MacStories

New 12.9-inch iPad Pro will require a new Magic Keyboard – Six Colors

AirTag Review Roundup - MacStories

iOS and iPadOS 14.5: The MacStories Overview - MacStories

The iPad Pro is a killer machine but its software is killing me – Macworld

iPad Pro interview: Apple bosses on features and details of new tablet | The Independent

Interview: Apple executives on the 2021 iPad Pro, stunting with the M1 and creating headroom | TechCrunch

349: Six Colors and Not a Color Apr 20, 2021

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New iMacs and iPads! The long-anticipated debut of AirTags! Podcast subscriptions! A new Apple TV remote! Ted Lasso's secret shortbread recipe! Fresh from viewing Apple's latest event, Jason and Myke break down all the announcements.

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The 2021 April Event Draft Scorecard

Apple leads the next chapter of podcasting with Apple Podcasts Subscriptions - Apple

Apple Podcasts Subscriptions - Apple Podcasts for Creators

Upgrade #237: New iMacs, iPads, and the 2019 March Event Draft - Relay FM

348: The 2021 April Event Draft Apr 16, 2021

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Emergency draft! In this bonus episode, Jason and Myke predict what will happen at Tuesday’s Apple media event. Will there be new iPad Pro models, and if so, will new accessories accompany them? Will we finally see a new iMac design? What other unexpected announcements might await us?

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The 2021 April Event Draft Scorecard

Connected #341: The Rickies (April 2021) - Relay FM

Apple Fitness+ introduces new workouts, trainers, and Time to Walk guest - Apple

347: The Hubris of the HomePod Apr 12, 2021

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This week we ponder Apple's moves both outdoors (additions to the Find My network) and in (possible new smart home products). Apple's also launching new original podcasts tied to Apple TV+ projects, and we discuss why some of Apple's product launches this year may have been delayed.

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The Tea Maker™ Kettle • Breville

Apple’s Find My network now offers new third-party finding experiences - Apple

Find My's New Third-Party Accessory Support Works With iOS 14.3 and Later - MacRumors

Daring Fireball: Actually, Two of the Third-Party ‘Find My’ Products Announced Yesterday Are Months Away From Availability

Apple Working on Combined TV Box, Speaker to Revive Home Efforts - Bloomberg

Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen)

Apple Facing Supply Shortage of Upcoming High-End IPad Display - Bloomberg

Daring Fireball: Nikkei Asia Report: 'MacBook and iPad Production Delayed as Supply Crunch Hits Apple'

The Line - Apple TV+ Press

Jon Stewart Sets Title, Launch Plans for Apple Series (Exclusive) | Hollywood Reporter

Apple Wants to Draw Subscribers to Apple TV+ With More Feature Films - MacRumors

Justin Timberlake To Play Gong Show Host Chuck Barris In Apple Series – Deadline

Apple orders “The Crowded Room,” starring Tom Holland - Apple TV+ Press

LG 27'' UltraGear™ Nano IPS 1ms (GtG) Ergo Gaming Monitor

GitHub - Corcules/KMlink: Streamdeck plugin to drive Keyboard Maestro

346: Float It Like a Hologram Apr 05, 2021

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It’s a big news week! Myke and Jason break down Tim Cook’s podcast interview with Kara Swisher, and discuss some big changes at Apple Arcade. There’s also WWDC 2021 and Apple’s rumored augmented-reality headset to talk about.

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Tim Cook and Connected - Getty Images

Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference is back in its all-online format - Apple

Apple Aiming to Announce Mixed-Reality Headset With In-Person Event in 'Next Several Months' - MacRumors

Apple Adds New SVP of Hardware Engineering John Ternus to Leadership Site - MacRumors

Credible Leaker Says New iMac to Feature 'Really Big' Display Larger Than Current 27-inch Model - MacRumors

Apple adds two brand new Siri voices and will no longer default to a female or male voice in iOS | TechCrunch

Apple TV on Twitter: "There are some great ensembles out there, but we believe in the #TedLasso team. #SAGAwards https://t.co/7fCrNpx1YR" / Twitter

Netflix Buys 'Knives Out' Sequels for $450 Million - Variety

Apple Arcade Expands More Originals and iOS Classics - MacStories

GameClub - a new way to play!

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Apple’s C.E.O. Is Making Very Different Choices than Mark Zuckerberg - The New York Times

‎Sway on Apple Podcasts

Sway on Spotify

Sway on Overcast

345: Hovering Over My Desk on New Years Eve Mar 29, 2021

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Myke and Jason celebrate 20 years of OS X by discussing how we use our Macs today and whether the arrival of Apple silicon is changing how we work, not just today but over the rest of this year. We also discuss whether Apple should do "events" anymore, big news in the conflict between streaming and theatrical movies, and the possibility of a more rugged Apple Watch.

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Connected #338: KanBanBanSubHub - Relay FM

The Connected 'Mode' Survey

Mac OS X turns 20 – Six Colors

The Talk Show ✪: Ep. 310, With Jason Snell

iOS 14.5 Beta 5 References Unreleased 'A14X' Chip Rumored for iPad Pro - MacRumors

New Apple Silicon iMacs referenced in latest macOS Big Sur 11.3 beta - 9to5Mac

'Black Widow,' 'Cruella' to Debut on Disney Plus and in Theaters - Variety

Cineworld, Warner Bros Reach Deal For WB Films; Regal Reopening – Deadline

Apple Watch News: Rugged Model For Extreme Sports Under Consideration - Bloomberg

Daring Fireball: Gurman: Apple Considering Rugged Apple Watch Model for Sports

344: Let's Call It 'Motorcycle' Mar 22, 2021

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This week we consider the future of the iPad Pro, watch as the 21.5-inch iMac begins to fade away, and ponder what the HomePod mini means for Apple's overall home strategy. Myke gets recommendations for soundbars, and Jason explains the NFL's new TV deals.

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Beam: The Smart Soundbar for Your TV | Sonos

WGA Awards: Winners List – Deadline

Amazon’s $10 billion NFL TV deal is Big Tech’s first move into Big Sports - Vox

iMac Pro removed from Apple's website, officially discontinued - 9to5Mac

Apple Discontinues 512GB and 1TB SSD Configurations of 4K 21.5-inch iMac - MacRumors

Apple HomePod Mini Secret Sensor for Smart Home Thermostats - Bloomberg

Apple To Announce New iPads in April - Bloomberg

Daring Fireball: Gurman: New iPad Pros in April

Connected #337: The Mini Version of Nothing - Relay FM

First Impressions: Kensington's StudioDock Aims to Turn Your iPad Pro into an Expandable Desktop Workstation - MacStories

Kuo: Mini-LED 12.9-inch iPad Pro to Enter Mass Production in 'Mid-to-Late April' - MacRumors

Connected #336: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 - Relay FM

343: Don't Call It a HomePod Mar 15, 2021

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Myke's on a quest for new TV speakers as we ponder the misfire of Apple's high-end speaker and the potential fate of Apple's high-end headphones. Jason runs with his Apple Watch, and more apps go native on Apple Silicon. Thanks for following Upgrade!

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Live from Comic-Con: Will iTunes replace your local comics store? | Macworld

Comic-Con embraces the iPad era | Macworld

Comic-Con: iPads are mainstream, but there's still digital drama | Macworld

Photoshop, DaVinci Resolve get M1 updates – Six Colors

Apple AirPods 3 not launching until Q3, says Ming-Chi Kuo - 9to5Mac

Apple sues 11-year veteran MacBook designer for allegedly stealing trade secrets for a journalist - The Verge

Apple adopting the word 'follow' for podcasts as users associate 'subscribe' with paid content - 9to5Mac

Running with the new Overcast watch app – Six Colors

Apple discontinues original HomePod, will focus on mini | TechCrunch

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342: 24 24 24 24 23 23 23 23 22 22 22 22 Mar 08, 2021

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This week we ponder the future of WWDC, say goodbye to the iMac Pro, investigate a new iPad stand, and wonder about the misplaced priorities of the Paramount+ roll-out.

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HoverBar Duo – Twelve South

San Jose Fairmont Hotel files for bankruptcy and closes, will seek new brand, management

Goodbye, parallel timeline: Apple discontinues the iMac Pro – Six Colors

Apple Confirms iMac Pro Will Be Discontinued When Supplies Run Out, Recommends 27-Inch iMac - MacRumors

Upgrade #237: New iMacs, iPads, and the 2019 March Event Draft - Relay FM

Kuo: Apple to Launch Mixed Reality Headset in Mid 2022 and Augmented Reality Glasses by 2025 - MacRumors

Connected #335: A Shelf is the Perfect Object - Relay FM

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