This week Myke and Jason debate the form of future Mac laptops, discuss Apple and Epic's first week in court (complete with angry emails!), and then imagine what's next for iOS and iPadOS. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Pingdom: Start monitoring your website performance and availability today, and get instant alerts when an outage occurs or a site transaction fails. Use offer code UPGRADE to get 30% off. Offer expires on January 31, 2022, and can be used only once. ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three months free. Ooni Pizza Ovens: Bring the world’s best pizza to your own backyard. Use the code OONIUPGRADE21 for 10% off. Links and Show Notes: Get Upgrade+. More content, no ads. Rumor: Apple to introduce new MacBook available in iMac-style colors - 9to5Mac 14-Inch and 16-Inch MacBook Pro Models With XDR Displays Expected to Launch Later This Year - MacRumors Stolen MacBook Pro Schematics Confirm Apple's Plans to Add More Ports and Remove Touch Bar - MacRumors Epic vs. Apple court case: First week recap - 9to5Mac Phil Schiller on App Store Knockoffs in 2012: 'Is No One Reviewing These Apps?' - MacRumors Apple iOS 15: What's New? Notification, IPad Home Screen Upgrades - Bloomberg Apple’s new App Clips: Tiny apps you run with a tap – Six Colors

Apple had a record-breaking quarter that showed strong growth in all areas of its business, but clouds loom on the horizon. A global semiconductor shortage threatens Mac and iPad sales, the EU ruled that the App Store is anticompetitive, and Apple's court case with Epic Games is about to kick off. Did Tim Cook suggest that Apple is ready to change its policies to avoid even harsher sanctions? And upon further consideration, does Apple Podcasts Subscriptions create another barrier to competition in the App Store? This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Fitbod: The fitness app for personalized exercise plans. Get 25% off your membership. Hullo: A simple, natural pillow designed for comfort. Try it for 60 days. TextExpander: Supercharge your team with the power of TextExpander. Links and Show Notes: Get Upgrade+. More content, no ads. Set up and use Magic Keyboard for iPad - Apple Support Apple Outlines iMac Retail Availability – 512 Pixels Apple’s record second quarter in charts – Six Colors How the heck did Apple make so much money last quarter? – Macworld ‘Not cast in concrete’: Apple moving with the (regulatory) times – Six Colors EU accuses Apple of App Store antitrust violations after Spotify complaint - The Verge Epic Games v. Apple Lawsuit: Fortnite removed from App Store - Protocol — The people, power and politics of tech The good and bad of Apple Podcasts Subscriptions – Six Colors Spotify launches podcast subscriptions, but you can’t subscribe in-app - The Verge

Apple's Colleen Novielli and Navpreet Kaloty visit the show to discuss the new 24-inch iMac in depth. Then Jason and Myke discuss the positioning of the new iPad Pro, and what it means that Apple has given it an M1 processor and added other hardware features previously available only on the Mac. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Pingdom: Start monitoring your website performance and availability today, and get instant alerts when an outage occurs or a site transaction fails. Use offer code UPGRADE to get 30% off. Offer expires on January 31, 2022, and can be used only once. DoorDash: Get 25% off and zero delivery fees on your first order of $15 or more. Bombas: Give a pair when you buy a pair, and get 20% off your first purchase when you use this link. Guest Starring: Navpreet Kaloty and Colleen Novielli Links and Show Notes: Get Upgrade+. More content, no ads. Following the Shortbread Crumbs - David Smith, Independent iOS Developer Binging with Babish: Biscuits from Ted Lasso - YouTube Apple's New Siri Remote Lacks Motion Control Sensors Required by Some Apple TV Games - MacStories New 12.9-inch iPad Pro will require a new Magic Keyboard – Six Colors AirTag Review Roundup - MacStories iOS and iPadOS 14.5: The MacStories Overview - MacStories The iPad Pro is a killer machine but its software is killing me – Macworld iPad Pro interview: Apple bosses on features and details of new tablet | The Independent Interview: Apple executives on the 2021 iPad Pro, stunting with the M1 and creating headroom | TechCrunch

New iMacs and iPads! The long-anticipated debut of AirTags! Podcast subscriptions! A new Apple TV remote! Ted Lasso's secret shortbread recipe! Fresh from viewing Apple's latest event, Jason and Myke break down all the announcements. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Privacy: Smarter payments. Get $5 to spend on your first purchase. Pingdom: Start monitoring your website performance and availability today, and get instant alerts when an outage occurs or a site transaction fails. Use offer code UPGRADE to get 30% off. Offer expires on January 31, 2022, and can be used only once. Gabi: Get a better insurance. It’s totally free to check and there’s no obligation. Click this link to get started. Links and Show Notes: Get Upgrade+. More content, no ads. The 2021 April Event Draft Scorecard Apple leads the next chapter of podcasting with Apple Podcasts Subscriptions - Apple Apple Podcasts Subscriptions - Apple Podcasts for Creators Upgrade #237: New iMacs, iPads, and the 2019 March Event Draft - Relay FM

Emergency draft! In this bonus episode, Jason and Myke predict what will happen at Tuesday’s Apple media event. Will there be new iPad Pro models, and if so, will new accessories accompany them? Will we finally see a new iMac design? What other unexpected announcements might await us? This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code UPGRADE at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. PDFpen, from Smile: Powerful PDF editing on your Mac. Links and Show Notes: Get Upgrade+. More content, no ads. The 2021 April Event Draft Scorecard Connected #341: The Rickies (April 2021) - Relay FM Apple Fitness+ introduces new workouts, trainers, and Time to Walk guest - Apple

This week we ponder Apple's moves both outdoors (additions to the Find My network) and in (possible new smart home products). Apple's also launching new original podcasts tied to Apple TV+ projects, and we discuss why some of Apple's product launches this year may have been delayed. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Fitbod: The fitness app for personalized exercise plans. Get 25% off your membership. Technology Untangled: Join Michael Bird as he untangles innovation through a series of interviews, stories, and analyses with some of the industry’s brightest brains. ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three months free. Links and Show Notes: Get Upgrade+. More content, no ads. The Tea Maker™ Kettle • Breville Apple’s Find My network now offers new third-party finding experiences - Apple Find My's New Third-Party Accessory Support Works With iOS 14.3 and Later - MacRumors Daring Fireball: Actually, Two of the Third-Party ‘Find My’ Products Announced Yesterday Are Months Away From Availability Apple Working on Combined TV Box, Speaker to Revive Home Efforts - Bloomberg Amazon Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) Apple Facing Supply Shortage of Upcoming High-End IPad Display - Bloomberg Daring Fireball: Nikkei Asia Report: 'MacBook and iPad Production Delayed as Supply Crunch Hits Apple' The Line - Apple TV+ Press Jon Stewart Sets Title, Launch Plans for Apple Series (Exclusive) | Hollywood Reporter Apple Wants to Draw Subscribers to Apple TV+ With More Feature Films - MacRumors Justin Timberlake To Play Gong Show Host Chuck Barris In Apple Series – Deadline Apple orders “The Crowded Room,” starring Tom Holland - Apple TV+ Press LG 27'' UltraGear™ Nano IPS 1ms (GtG) Ergo Gaming Monitor GitHub - Corcules/KMlink: Streamdeck plugin to drive Keyboard Maestro

It’s a big news week! Myke and Jason break down Tim Cook’s podcast interview with Kara Swisher, and discuss some big changes at Apple Arcade. There’s also WWDC 2021 and Apple’s rumored augmented-reality headset to talk about. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Memberful: Best-in-class membership software for independent creators, publishers, educators, podcasters, and more. Get started now, no credit card required. Pingdom: Start monitoring your website performance and availability today, and get instant alerts when an outage occurs or a site transaction fails. Use offer code UPGRADE to get 30% off. Offer expires on January 31, 2022, and can be used only once. PDFpen, from Smile: Powerful PDF editing on your Mac. Links and Show Notes: Get Upgrade+. More content, no ads. Tim Cook and Connected - Getty Images Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference is back in its all-online format - Apple Apple Aiming to Announce Mixed-Reality Headset With In-Person Event in 'Next Several Months' - MacRumors Apple Adds New SVP of Hardware Engineering John Ternus to Leadership Site - MacRumors Credible Leaker Says New iMac to Feature 'Really Big' Display Larger Than Current 27-inch Model - MacRumors Apple adds two brand new Siri voices and will no longer default to a female or male voice in iOS | TechCrunch Apple TV on Twitter: "There are some great ensembles out there, but we believe in the #TedLasso team. #SAGAwards https://t.co/7fCrNpx1YR" / Twitter Netflix Buys 'Knives Out' Sequels for $450 Million - Variety Apple Arcade Expands More Originals and iOS Classics - MacStories GameClub - a new way to play! Frenzic: Overtime Apple’s C.E.O. Is Making Very Different Choices than Mark Zuckerberg - The New York Times ‎Sway on Apple Podcasts Sway on Spotify Sway on Overcast

Myke and Jason celebrate 20 years of OS X by discussing how we use our Macs today and whether the arrival of Apple silicon is changing how we work, not just today but over the rest of this year. We also discuss whether Apple should do "events" anymore, big news in the conflict between streaming and theatrical movies, and the possibility of a more rugged Apple Watch. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: DoorDash: Get 25% off and zero delivery fees on your first order of $15 or more. Ooni Pizza Ovens: Bring the world’s best pizza to your own backyard. Use the code UPGRADE21 for 10% off. Loopback, from Rogue Amoeba: Cable-Free Audio Routing for Mac. Get 21% off with the code UPGRADE21. Links and Show Notes: Get Upgrade+. More content, no ads. Connected #338: KanBanBanSubHub - Relay FM The Connected 'Mode' Survey Mac OS X turns 20 – Six Colors The Talk Show ✪: Ep. 310, With Jason Snell iOS 14.5 Beta 5 References Unreleased 'A14X' Chip Rumored for iPad Pro - MacRumors New Apple Silicon iMacs referenced in latest macOS Big Sur 11.3 beta - 9to5Mac 'Black Widow,' 'Cruella' to Debut on Disney Plus and in Theaters - Variety Cineworld, Warner Bros Reach Deal For WB Films; Regal Reopening – Deadline Apple Watch News: Rugged Model For Extreme Sports Under Consideration - Bloomberg Daring Fireball: Gurman: Apple Considering Rugged Apple Watch Model for Sports

This week we consider the future of the iPad Pro, watch as the 21.5-inch iMac begins to fade away, and ponder what the HomePod mini means for Apple's overall home strategy. Myke gets recommendations for soundbars, and Jason explains the NFL's new TV deals. This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code UPGRADE at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase. LinkedIn Jobs: Post a job for free by visiting this link. Literati Kids: Five books, delivered monthly. Click here for 25% off your first two orders. Links and Show Notes: Get Upgrade+. More content, no ads. Beam: The Smart Soundbar for Your TV | Sonos WGA Awards: Winners List – Deadline Amazon’s $10 billion NFL TV deal is Big Tech’s first move into Big Sports - Vox iMac Pro removed from Apple's website, officially discontinued - 9to5Mac Apple Discontinues 512GB and 1TB SSD Configurations of 4K 21.5-inch iMac - MacRumors Apple HomePod Mini Secret Sensor for Smart Home Thermostats - Bloomberg Apple To Announce New iPads in April - Bloomberg Daring Fireball: Gurman: New iPad Pros in April Connected #337: The Mini Version of Nothing - Relay FM First Impressions: Kensington's StudioDock Aims to Turn Your iPad Pro into an Expandable Desktop Workstation - MacStories Kuo: Mini-LED 12.9-inch iPad Pro to Enter Mass Production in 'Mid-to-Late April' - MacRumors Connected #336: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 - Relay FM

Myke's on a quest for new TV speakers as we ponder the misfire of Apple's high-end speaker and the potential fate of Apple's high-end headphones. Jason runs with his Apple Watch, and more apps go native on Apple Silicon. Thanks for following Upgrade! This episode of Upgrade is sponsored by: ExpressVPN: High-Speed, Secure & Anonymous VPN Service. Get an extra three months free. DEVONthink: Get Organized — Unleash Your Creativity. Use this link for 10% off. Spox: The best story wins. Get 25% off when you mention this show. Links and Show Notes: Get Upgrade+. More content, no ads. Live from Comic-Con: Will iTunes replace your local comics store? | Macworld Comic-Con embraces the iPad era | Macworld Comic-Con: iPads are mainstream, but there's still digital drama | Macworld Photoshop, DaVinci Resolve get M1 updates – Six Colors Apple AirPods 3 not launching until Q3, says Ming-Chi Kuo - 9to5Mac Apple sues 11-year veteran MacBook designer for allegedly stealing trade secrets for a journalist - The Verge Apple adopting the word 'follow' for podcasts as users associate 'subscribe' with paid content - 9to5Mac Running with the new Overcast watch app – Six Colors Apple discontinues original HomePod, will focus on mini | TechCrunch Scott McNulty - Relay FM Matias Keyboards