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#463: Respect the Tripod

June 12th, 2023 · 99 minutes

Jason and Myke discuss their experiences using the Apple Vision Pro and what they're thinking about the product now that they've used it. Also there's a lot of WWDC follow-up, and Jason reviewed new Macs! It's all coming to you live from Jason's garage.

#462: Time Moves the Sun

June 6th, 2023 · 74 minutes

WWDC 2023 has arrived and Jason and Myke react to the keynote announcements, live from a secluded location at Apple Park! Topics are just what you'd guess: Apple Vision Pro, new Mac hardware (!), and new OS features.

#461: The WWDC Keynote Draft 2023

May 29th, 2023 · 75 minutes

It's time for our eighth annual competition regarding what will happen at Apple's WWDC keynote! Jason and Myke will be there in person--but what will be announced? Is the Apple mixed-reality headset really going to happen?

#460: Mr. QuickTime is Now Mr. Headset

May 22nd, 2023 · 93 minutes

With WWDC and our annual draft right around the corner, it's time to survey the final rumors about Apple's AR/VR headset, while also taking stock of some real accessibility developments due this fall.

#459: I Appreciate Whopping

May 15th, 2023 · 89 minutes

Apple has finally announced Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad. What does this mean for the platform, what took so long, and is this the end of the story--or just the beginning? Also, the Wall Street Journal gets into the Apple Headset rumor business.

#458: Weaving on a Thoughtful Basis

May 8th, 2023 · 88 minutes

It's time to analyze Apple's financial results, including a focus on India and some substantial declines for the Mac and iPad. Also, Myke reveals the existence of the Secret Myke Hurley Tip Line.

#457: Subtle & Vibrant

May 1st, 2023 · 86 minutes

This week we react to rumors of future Apple health services and try to understand the difference between a service and a feature. Also, is Apple right to keep advanced AI out of Siri until it's trustworthy?

#456: The Official Journal of Journaling

April 24th, 2023 · 83 minutes

As rumor season kicks into high gear, we discuss Apple's potential new app, more reports about its VR headset, and some updates about forthcoming Mac hardware.

#455: QUADBOX!

April 17th, 2023 · 108 minutes

What's happening at WWDC? The rumors are... confusing. Also, Jason gets excited about watching four things at once, Myke tries to bring iOS 17 into focus, and we've got a book review of 'Make Something Wonderful' from the Steve Jobs Archive.

#454: The Home Home

April 10th, 2023 · 82 minutes

This week we're pondering future directions for watchOS complications and iOS Control Center, reacting to extremely early reports about future iPhone displays, and digesting Apple's slow build of alternative manufacturing capacities outside of China.