Upgrade 555: What You Are Is What You Ship
Mar 17, 2025
John Siracusa, a regular guest known for his sharp insights on Apple tech, dives into a range of fascinating topics. He discusses the upcoming Apple interface redesigns and the hurdles of Siri's management, highlighting ongoing AI struggles. Siracusa critiques the new MacBook Air and Mac Studio, emphasizing design versus usability. The conversation touches on the challenges in the user experience and the need for thoughtful technology integration, while also reflecting on Apple's market strategy and leadership accountability.
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Mill Valley vs. Hill Valley
- Jason Snell discusses the origin of Mill Valley's name, inspired by a sawmill.
- He contrasts it with the fictional Hill Valley from Back to the Future, highlighting the difference in their origins.
Fatherly Advice
- John Siracusa advises new fathers not to feel guilty about negative feelings surrounding fatherhood.
- He emphasizes that these feelings are normal and temporary.
New High-End iPhone
- Mark Gurman suggests a new high-end iPhone model could replace the Plus model, featuring ProMotion and a Dynamic Island.
- This new model may be positioned between the standard iPhone and the Pro models.