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    #327: The Future Doesn't Apply

    November 23rd, 2020 · 108 minutes

    This week: We report back on using our M1 Macs, "Wonder Woman 1984" goes to streaming, and Apple makes a clever move in its PR battle over App Store fees.

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    The Seventh Annual Upgradies – Nomination Form
    Upgradies Hall of Fame
    Hollywood’s ‘We’re Not in Kansas Anymore’ Moment - The New York Times
    Following Apple TV+ exclusivity backlash, the holiday Peanuts specials will also air on PBS - 9to5Mac
    Apple announces App Store Small Business Program - Apple
    Apple’s biggest App Store critics are not impressed with its new fee cut for small developers - The Verge
    Epic Games founder Tim Sweeney likens fight against Apple to fight for civil rights | TechCrunch
    “We are giddy”—interviewing Apple about its Mac silicon revolution | Ars Technica
    Is Apple silicon ready?
    macOS Big Sur Review: Third age of Mac – Six Colors
    Upgrade #308: The Adventures of Dr. Icon - Relay FM