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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.

Latest episode

638: I Stared Directly into the M6

1 hr 52 min

Cadence
Weekly
Typical length
1 hr 37 min
Latest release
Sep 21
Language
EN-US
Activity
Current — released within 30 days

Podcast Classification

Topics

Mobile Platforms

iOS, Android, mobile operating systems, devices, and platform ecosystems.

App Ecosystems

Application distribution, stores, subscriptions, discovery, monetization, and platform rules.

Formats

Panel & Roundtable

Recurring multi-host or multi-guest discussion and debate.

Audience level

Intermediate

Assumes basic technology literacy and familiarity with common products, roles, and terminology.

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Upgrade1 hr 52 minMobile Technology & Apps

638: I Stared Directly into the M6

The new products are here! Jason reviews the M6 Mac mini, and then Jason and Myke both talk about their hands-on experiences with the iPhone 18 Pro and Apple Watch series 12. This is apparently just the beginning of a busy season! More content, no ads. Submit Feedback 🎗🤠 Relay for St. Jude Relay for St.

Upgrade1 hr 38 minMobile Technology & Apps

637: My Job Is to Eat the Marshmallow

Subtitle: iPhone Duo Is the Marshmallow The 27 OS releases have dropped. Jason has a review of macOS Golden Gate and Myke acts as the ambassador for Siri AI. And we've also got more reactions to just what makes the iPhone Duo so interesting. More content, no ads. Submit Feedback 🎗🤠 Relay for St.

636: Opening a Book Backward

We break down Apple's September 9 event, including the foldable iPhone Duo, the non-foldable iPhone 18 Pro, the surprising new Apple Watches that double as AI wearables, and the event debut of John Ternus as Apple's CEO. And who won the draft?! More content, no ads. Submit Feedback 🎗🤠 Relay for St.

Upgrade1 hr 53 minMobile Technology & Apps

635: The 2026 September Event Draft

Subtitle: I Want Tim Cook to Have a Pool Party It's time for another Apple event draft! But before we predict what Apple will introduce next week, we need to send off the Tim Cook Era and discuss a somewhat surprising announcement of new chips and new Macs! More content, no ads.

Upgrade1 hr 18 minMobile Technology & Apps

634: Crime River

The EU gives up and settles with Apple, John Ternus's new home strategy starts to come into focus, and people at Apple just love the folding iPhone. More content, no ads.

Upgrade1 hr 39 minMobile Technology & Apps

633: iPhone Tippy-Top

Oops! All segments! This week we've got Snell Talk (tea), Upstream (Apple TV), Lawyer Up (regulations), Rumor Roundup (new iPhones), The Betails (final betas?), and Ask Upgrade! More content, no ads.

Upgrade1 hr 22 minMobile Technology & Apps

632: [Redacted Apple Information]

After a visit to Jason's backyard, we discuss OpenAI's response to Apple's lawsuit, the future of Apple's wearable line, the return of "Ted Lasso," and some starters for Spider-Man. More content, no ads. Submit Feedback Magnum, podcast - a podcast from The Incomparable What Is OpenAI’s Device?

631: Nessie Beneath the Waves

Dan Moren joins the Upgrade program to discuss the new Apple Upgrade program, along with Apple's financial results, the approach of Apple's new home strategy, and the perfect phone for iPhone 13 mini fans. More content, no ads.