Myke and Jason party like it’s 2005 and spend a lot of time talking about the iPod, including what the new iPod touch might mean for the future of the iPhone product line, and the mystery of the continued existence of the iPod nano and iPod shuffle. Plus they address some follow-up about tea, space, and American geography. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: lynda.com : An easy and affordable way to help individuals and organizations learn. Free 10-day trial. Fracture : Photos printed in vi...
Jul 20, 2015•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 46
Jason and Myke dive into the iOS 9 and El Capitan public betas, then divert to both Pluto and San Diego to talk space exploration and Comic-Con. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: NM Tea Co. : Making excellent teas available to people all around the world. Squarespace : Build it Beautiful. Use code UPGRADE for 10% off Stamps.com : Postage on demand. Click on the microphone at the top of the homepage and type in UPGRADE, for a no-risk trial and your $110 Bonus Offer, including a digital sca...
Jul 13, 2015•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 45
The pros and cons of Apple’s relationship with the web development community, our first week with Apple Music and Beats 1, Jason doesn’t go to Comic-Con, and the first Upgrade Baby is born. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: lynda.com : An easy and affordable way to help individuals and organizations learn. Free 10-day trial. Fracture : Photos printed in vivid color directly on glass. Use code 'UPGRADE' to get 15% off Hover : Simplified Domain Management. Use code 'ROBOT' for 10% off your ...
Jul 06, 2015•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 44
It’s a big week, so Jason and Myke spend a lot of time discussing the launch of Apple Music and Beats One and the ugliness of music industry negotiations. Plus Jason installs the iOS 9 beta on an iPad Air 2, legal opinions from non-lawyers, questionable attacks on Taylor Swift, and praise for “Mr. Robot." This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Stamps.com : Postage on demand. Click on the microphone at the top of the homepage and type in UPGRADE, for a no-risk trial and your $110 Bonus Offer, i...
Jun 29, 2015•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 43
Jason and Myke discuss the tough decision facing Apple when it comes to marketing a rumored iPad Pro and recap the Taylor Swift/Apple Music kerfuffle. Plus, Myke asks Jason about buying an Xbox One and a bunch of Wii U games, there's something surprising inside Myke's wallet, and we answer your #askupgrade questions. Finally, "Myke Watches a Movie" returns with the 1989 classic, "Say Anything..." This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: PDFpenPro 7, from Smile : the ultimate all-purpose PDF edit...
Jun 22, 2015•2 hr 10 min•Ep. 42
Jason and Myke revisit WWDC 2015 with a week’s perspective, and also discuss iOS 9 emoji support, gaming on OS X, Apple’s new system typography, and Microsoft’s Xbox One compatibility announcement. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: lynda.com : An easy and affordable way to help individuals and organizations learn. Free 10-day trial. Field Notes : Buy a year-long Colors subscription starting with the Workshop Companion, and use the code 'RELAY' and you’ll get 3 Carpenter Pencils and a 3-Pa...
Jun 15, 2015•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 41
Live from San Francisco and fresh from Apple's WWDC Keynote, Jason and Myke dissect everything from new OS X and iOS versions to native watch apps to the new Apple Music service. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Field Notes : Buy a year-long Colors subscription starting with the Workshop Companion, and use the code 'RELAY' and you’ll get 3 Carpenter Pencils and a 3-Pack of “Pitch Black” memo books free. Hover : Simplified Domain Management. Use code 'DEVELOPERS' for 10% off your first pu...
Jun 08, 2015•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 40
We prepare for WWDC by discussing Jason’s coverage preparation and the future of OS X, and then Myke forces Jason to make WWDC predictions. Plus lots of Google follow-up, and we answer more of your questions. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: lynda.com : An easy and affordable way to help individuals and organizations learn. Free 10-day trial. Igloo : An intranet you'll actually like, free for up to 10 people. Mailroute : a secure, hosted email service for protection from viruses and spam...
Jun 01, 2015•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 39
This week Jason and Myke discuss Jonathan Ive's new title and what it means for Apple's Chief Design Officer and the company as a whole, and in advance of Google I/O, talk about how and why we use Google's services on our Apple devices. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Hover : Simplified Domain Management. Use code 'DUBDUB' for 10% off your first purchase. GoToMeeting : Make it easy to meet with your team whenever you need to, wherever you are. Click the 'Try it Free' button for a 30-day...
May 26, 2015•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 38
This week Jason and Myke talk about different podcast production styles, the apps they are using on their Apple Watches, and answer a selection of #askupgrade questions. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: lynda.com : An easy and affordable way to help individuals and organizations learn. Free 10-day trial. PDFpen Scan+, from Smile : The app for mobile scanning and OCR. Mailroute : a secure, hosted email service for protection from viruses and spam. Go to mailroute.net/upgrade for a free tr...
May 18, 2015•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 37
This week Jason and Myke discuss what a new Apple TV remote might look like, the dangers of cloud syncing, Apple Watch intimacy, and Jason’s new TV. And then it’s time for the latest Myke Watches a Movie segment, featuring “Raiders of the Lost Ark." This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Casper : Because everyone deserves a great night sleep. Get $50 off with the code 'UPGRADE' Squarespace : Build it Beautiful. Use code UPGRADE for 10% off Mailroute : a secure, hosted email service for protect...
May 11, 2015•2 hr 14 min•Ep. 36
After living with the Apple Watch for another week, Jason and Myke discuss what they’ve noticed so far. Then they discuss the peculiar Amazon Echo and give a mini review of "Avengers: Age of Ultron." This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: lynda.com : An easy and affordable way to help individuals and organizations learn. Free 10-day trial. Making Light : Craft a daily ritual to focus on what matters most. Get $5 off your first order with the code 'UPGRADE' Mailroute : a secure, hosted email se...
May 04, 2015•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 35
Jason and Myke recount their first weekends with the Apple Watch, answer your Apple Watch questions, talk about Jason’s trip to the Yosemite by CocoaConf conference, and do a little follow-up about Photos for Mac and iCloud Photo Library. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Hover : Simplified Domain Management. Use code 'WATCHTIME' for 10% off your first purchase. GoToMeeting : Make it easy to meet with your team whenever you need to, wherever you are. Click the 'Try it Free' button for a 3...
Apr 27, 2015•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 34
Stephen Hackett joins Jason to talk about John Siracusa's semi-retirement, online shopping, the future of the OS X brand name, Photos for Mac, and Myke's trip to Atlanta. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Igloo : An Intranet you will actually like Mailroute : A secure, hosted email service for protection from viruses and spam GoToMeeting : The best tool to meet from anywhere... without travel expenses, or hassle of traffic Guest Starring: Stephen Hackett Links and Show Notes: Support Upgr...
Apr 20, 2015•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 33
Jason and Myke talk about their Apple Watch try-on experiences and take a look at some of the new PR tactics Apple is employing. Then Jason makes Myke watch "This is Spinal Tap." This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: lynda.com : An easy and affordable way to help individuals and organizations learn. Free 10-day trial. PDFpen Scan+, from Smile : The app for mobile scanning and OCR. Mailroute : a secure, hosted email service for protection from viruses and spam. Go to mailroute.net/upgrade for ...
Apr 13, 2015•1 hr 57 min•Ep. 32
On this special episode Jason is quizzed by Myke and the listeners about his review of the new MacBook. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: PDFpen Scan+, from Smile : The app for mobile scanning and OCR. Igloo : An intranet you'll actually like, free for up to 10 people. Links and Show Notes: Support Upgrade with a Relay FM Membership Review: The new 12-inch MacBook is a laptop without an ecosystem | Macworld Six Colors: The new MacBook: A reviewer's notebook TypeRacer 12" PowerBook G4 - Wi...
Apr 09, 2015•55 min•Ep. 31
Jason and special guest John Siracusa discuss the iPhone 6 Plus, reactions to "Becoming Steve Jobs," Apple's lost decade, and what lessons can be learned by business successes and failures. Plus, Accidental Tech Podcast's aftershow philosophy and a tantalizing hint of "Robot or Not?" This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: 1Password : Put passwords in their place! Citrix GoToMeeting : Make it easy to meet with your team wherever you need to, wherever you are. Mailroute : a secure, hosted email ...
Apr 07, 2015•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 30
Live from the Úll conference in Ireland, Jason and Myke discuss 'Becoming Steve Jobs', and how this book addresses Apple in the early days, the value of being able to meet people in person and finally address whether Myke Was Right. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: lynda.com : An easy and affordable way to help individuals and organizations learn. Free 10-day trial. Bushel : a cloud-based mobile device management solution for the Mac, iPhone and iPad. Mailroute : a secure, hosted email s...
Mar 30, 2015•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 29
This week Jason and Myke are live and in person in London! They discuss the rumours of the Apple TV, what tech makes the cut for travelling, and whether Jason might be joining the iPhone 6 Plus club. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Harry's : An exceptional shave at a fraction of the price. Use code UPGRADE for $5 off your first purchase. Hover : Simplified Domain Management. Use code 'WATCH' for 10% off your first purchase. Mailroute : a secure, hosted email service for protection from ...
Mar 23, 2015•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 28
With an extra week’s perspective, Jason and Myke discuss the new MacBook, the Apple Watch, and what makes Apple different from its competitors. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: lynda.com : An easy and affordable way to help individuals and organizations learn. Free 10-day trial. Igloo : An intranet you'll actually like, free for up to 10 people. PDFPen 7 for Mac, from Smile : Take control of PDF's on your Mac. Links and Show Notes: Support Upgrade with a Relay FM Membership We are Bigchi...
Mar 16, 2015•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 27
Jason and Myke get a little help in discussing Apple's 'Spring Forward' event, including the new MacBook, HBO on Apple TV, and more on the Apple Watch. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Flywheel : Simple hosting for your WordPress site. Get 20% off any plan with the code 'UPGRADE' Casper : Because everyone deserves a great night sleep. Get $50 off with the code 'UPGRADE' Mailroute : a secure, hosted email service for protection from viruses and spam. Go to mailroute.net/upgrade for a free...
Mar 09, 2015•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 26
This week Jason and Myke are joined by David Sparks. They spend some time discussing David's recent jump to the indie life, expectations of next week's Apple event, the Pebble Time Kickstarter and why people may want to share secrets. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: lynda.com : An easy and affordable way to help individuals and organizations learn. Free 10-day trial. Igloo : An intranet you'll actually like, free for up to 10 people. Squarespace : Build it Beautiful. Use code UPGRADE fo...
Mar 02, 2015•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 25
This week Jason and Myke trade more thoughts on Apple Car rumors, dive in to some more details on the Apple Watch, consider why working within barriers can be a good thing and discuss transparency in editorial practices at Apple. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Igloo : An intranet you'll actually like, free for up to 10 people. PDFPenPro 7, from Smile : Take control of PDF's on your Mac. Mailroute : a secure, hosted email service for protection from viruses and spam. Go to mailroute.net...
Feb 23, 2015•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 24
The possibility of Apple building a car, why being critical is both important and difficult, using a secondary Mac, and Jason and Myke answer your questions. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: lynda.com : An easy and affordable way to help individuals and organizations learn. Free 10-day trial. Mailroute : a secure, hosted email service for protection from viruses and spam. Go to mailroute.net/upgrade for a free trial and 10% off, for the lifetime of your account. Stamps.com : Postage on d...
Feb 16, 2015•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 23
Apple's new Photos app for the Mac has appeared, and Jason and Myke discuss what this could mean for iTunes and the future of Mac development. They also discuss some Apple Watch expectations, how Apple deals with change, and Myke watches 'Real Genius.' This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Hover : Simplified Domain Management. Use code 'GENIUS' for 10% off your first purchase. Igloo : An intranet you'll actually like, free for up to 10 people. Mailroute : a secure, hosted email service for pr...
Feb 09, 2015•2 hr 13 min•Ep. 22
This week Jason and Myke get a grasp on how the iPhone's runaway success affects Apple's decisions, including the development of the Apple Watch. Plus, lots of feedback about how people take notes with digital devices, and we inaugurate our 'Myke Watches a Movie' vertical with 'The Princess Bride.' This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: lynda.com : An easy and affordable way to help individuals and organizations learn. Free 10-day trial. Squarespace : Start Here. Go Anywhere. Use code UPGRADE ...
Feb 02, 2015•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 21
Jason and Myke debate the utility of a stylus for the iPad, Jason falls through a time warp into the '90s to convert some VHS tapes to digital format, and we follow up on items from various podcasts... not all of them this one. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: lynda.com : An easy and affordable way to help individuals and organizations learn. Free 10-day trial. Casper : Because everyone deserves a great night sleep. Get $50 off with the code 'UPGRADE' Mailroute : a secure, hosted email s...
Jan 26, 2015•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 20
Jason and Myke tackle upgrading versus sticking with what you know, take Apple's CarPlay for a powerslide, judge the financial success of Apps in the App Store, and cover more on battery life and the 12" Air. Plus they answer your burning questions! This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: lynda.com : An easy and affordable way to help individuals and organizations learn. Free 10-day trial. Mailroute : a secure, hosted email service for protection from viruses and spam. Go to mailroute.net/upgra...
Jan 19, 2015•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 19
This week Jason and Myke discuss the rumored 12" MacBook Air, how Apple approaches battery life on iOS devices, Apple software quality, uses of scripting and automation, Siracusa-style window management, and the first time Jason ever picked up an iPhone. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: lynda.com : An easy and affordable way to help individuals and organizations learn. Free 10-day trial. Stamps.com : Postage on demand. Click on the microphone at the top of the homepage and type in UPGRAD...
Jan 12, 2015•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 18
This week Jason and Myke discuss Apple's software quality issues and the difficulty in diagnosing problems from outside an organization, why Family Sharing is a problematic feature, and what's good and bad about CES. Plus, Jason listens to Hello Internet and Myke listens to The Flop House. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Hover : Simplified Domain Management. Use code 'ENEMY' for 10% off your first purchase. Mailroute : a secure, hosted email service for protection from viruses and spam....
Jan 05, 2015•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 17
