
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.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 611 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Technology | |||

Is it possible that Apple could run out of MacBook Neos? What's Apple's smart glasses strategy, really? We tackle both questions, discuss Jason's new UWB smart lock, consider the shape and name of the folding iPhone, and more!
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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.
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Subtitle: Two Steves Inc.
Jason and Myke tell the story of Apple's origin. It emerged from the unique environment of the Santa Clara valley suburbs of the '70s thanks to the particular genius of its two co-founders and some surprising help they got ... more
Myke talks to Jason about his "Jeopardy!" experience, and Jason interviews David Pogue about his book, "Apple: The First 50 Years."
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I used to like this podcast, but not much anymore. Jason is a reasonably smart guy, but he sure is prickly and thin-skinned. He loves to talk about folks who don’t like him and, more importantly, question him, and how he enjoys blocking them (no one cares). Myke is insufferable. Jason has the background and credibility to say what he does about Apple and tech. Myke? Who is this guy? He usually just parrots other options he’s read (and includes the word “Right?” constantly, which shows he doesn’... more
While i’m all for calling out Apple over hypocritical practices, the hosts’ eagerness to ban Grok over its admittedly disgusting content is reprehensible. Have your political views overshadowed your interest in keeping the Internet open? By your logic, every social media network should be shut down, along with much of the rest of the web. You’re on the UK’s side on this? Because they’re banning the things you don’t like? Do you think you and the rest of us will end up in a better place if all go... more
Jason and Myke are just now humiliating themselves because they have nothing interesting to share. First they had two short 30 seconds ads in 2010s now have more of them and much longer ads, back then they just had one show behind their paywall, now they have many shows and they have overtime and they want you to pay for that, they want you buy their overpriced merch, this business is not going to last much longer. Just stop wasting everyone's time and accept that you don't have anything intelle... more
These guys are pretentious and out of touch, with poor takes. Especially the American, the Brit is slightly more tolerable. Every time I give them another try, I regret it by the end of the first episode. Listen to ATP or something else.
There are a lot if ads. I mean a ton of ads. I don’t rate podcast I listen to poorly unless the ads are invasive and cumbersome. I get it there is an ad free subscription but every mid YouTuber and podcaster has a subscription it’s a solution and is lazy. People aren’t going to subscribe to a podcast on top of everything else.
Get a few high value reads instead of just accepting everything and shoehorning it in. It’s really bad in this state fellas. Hated to do this but it’s too many unnecessa... more
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Focusing on the intersection of technology and everyday life, episodes typically explore a variety of topics such as the latest Apple developments, trends in tech products, and significant events like the Olympics. The discussions often blend personal anecdotes with professional insights, providing listeners with a humorous yet informative perspective on the world of technology. Highlighting a range of segments, from reviews to listener interactions, the content offers a dynamic environment for those interested in technological advancements and their implications for society. Unique aspects include themed discussions around notable events, all while maintaining a light-hearted tone that encourages audience engagement.
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Recent guests on Upgrade include:
1. David Pogue
2. David Smith
3. Phil McCarty
4. David Dong
5. Stephen Hackett
6. Federico Viticci
7. James Thompson
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