MacStories Unwind

Trapped Inside Apple Park

Jun 14, 2024

Tech enthusiasts Jonathan Reed and Sigmund Judge join the host to discuss the challenges of navigating Apple Park, improvements in tvOS 18, and upcoming releases on Apple TV+. They share recommendations for entertainment picks like the Eels album and Hot Rod film, as well as insights on Atmos tier restrictions and the Anbernic RG35XXSP handheld console.

28:48

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Sigmund Judge

Jonathan Reed

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Quick takeaways

John's experience at Apple Park highlights the lack of accommodation for early exits post-keynote.

Sigmund Judge praises TVOS 18's audio enhancements and anticipates further improvements for a wider range of devices.

Deep dives

John Voorhees Recalls Missing Episode 387 Due to Being 'Kidnapped by Apple'

John Voorhees shares his experience of missing an episode for the first time in 386 episodes due to being 'kidnapped by Apple.' He details the extended and monitored briefings at Apple Park, which caused logistical challenges in returning to his hotel despite its close proximity, emphasizing the lack of accommodation for early exits after the keynote.

Intro

2min

Inside Apple Park: Challenges and Experiences

16min

Recommendations of Eels' Album, Hot Rod Film, and House of the Dragons on Apple Vision Pro

5min

Discussion on Atmos Tier Restriction and Introduction to Anbernic RG35XXSP

4min

Discussion on Recent Projects and Social Media

2min

This week, John is joined by Jonathan Reed and Sigmund Judge for an explanation of how John missed his first episode of AppStories in seven years this week, an update from Sigmund on what’s coming to tvOS and Apple TV+, plus a bunch of picks from everyone.

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