Upgrade 558: My Bucket Is Full
Apr 7, 2025
David Smith, the brilliant mind behind Widgetsmith and Pedometer++, joins for a chat. He shares insights on how Apple might tackle U.S. tariffs and discusses rumors surrounding AI in health data. The pair dives into iOS 18.4's new features, including music innovations. Jason recounts his hectic family trip to the Apple Store, capturing the chaos and humor of upgrading devices. They also tackle the challenge of navigating tech in fitness and discuss the complexities of Apple’s health permissions after system updates. A lively blend of tech talk and personal anecdotes!
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Favorite Hat
- David Smith's favorite hat is embroidered with the Widgetsmith logo, a simple round rect.
- He had several made so he'd always have a replacement.
Parenting Advice
- Be kind to yourself during the process of parenting.
- Parenting is not a riddle to be solved, so don't beat yourself up when things don't go as planned.
Netflix Ad Tier Experience
- Jason Snell tried Netflix's ad tier but found the unskippable ads disruptive and poorly implemented.
- He ultimately paid more for the ad-free experience, highlighting the importance of good ad placement.