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• 622: It's Doing It! 15.06.2026 1j 45mnt

  Back from WWDC, Jason and Myke have had more time to think about Apple's announcements--and to try many of them in beta releases. Siri AI impresses, we have Snow Leopard vibes, and much more.
• 621: Road to the Apple II: The Partnership (Part 2) 11.06.2026 33mnt

  In a preview of our new Designed in California podcast, we travel to the summer of 1976, as Apple travels to Atlantic City for a computer trade show, the Apple II begins to form, and the fellowship between the two Steves shows signs of breaking.
• 620: Sweating the Details 08.06.2026 1j 28mnt

  Live from Apple Park just hours after the WWDC keynote, Jason and Myke offer their in-person reactions to Apple's announcements, including Apple Intelligence, Siri AI, platform improvements and refinements, and features for kids.
• 619: Road to the Apple II: Apple for Sale (Part 1) 04.06.2026 33mnt

  In a preview of our new Designed in California podcast, we take you back to 1976 and recount Steve Jobs's numerous attempts to sell Apple or, at the very least, get someone to make an investment in the fledgling company.
• 618: The WWDC Keynote Draft 2026 01.06.2026 1j 28mnt

  It's time for our 11th annual competition regarding what will happen at Apple's WWDC keynote! What will be announced? For the third straight year, what will Apple's AI story be? We predict it all! Also, Myke and Jason are starting a new podcast!
• 617: Image Playgrounds Is My Roman Empire 25.05.2026 1j 36mnt

  WWDC is two weeks away, so it's time for us to consider what we'll be looking for from Apple in terms of features promised and promises delivered.
• 616: Outmoded But Not Vintage 18.05.2026 1j 49mnt

  Stephen Hackett joins Jason to talk old Macs, binned chips, and Apple AI. Then Jason discusses the darkest part of Steve Jobs's career with the author of "Steve Jobs In Exile", Geoffrey Cain.
• 615: But in Citrus! 11.05.2026 1j 53mnt

  We revisit the Ultra and Neo names, consider the future of Apple's processor manufacturing strategy, and try to imagine why possible use case there could be for AirPods with built-in cameras.
• 614: $100 Billion Is the Floor 04.05.2026 1j 45mnt

  We read between the lines of Apple's latest record financial results to see how they will impact future products and aquisitions in the Ternus Era. Plus: An Ultra name conundrum, Johny Srouji's burnout, and F1's stateside debut.
• 613: I Know I Picked Too Many iPods 27.04.2026 1j 36mnt

  Given a week to process the news of Apple's CEO transition, we ponder where Apple will go under John Ternus, the role of Johny Srouji, and why a book about Tim Cook would not be a cookbook.
• 612: 'That Leader is John Ternus' 20.04.2026 2j 33mnt

  Breaking news! Apple announces that Tim Cook's tenure as CEO is ending, and John Ternus and Johny Srouji get promotions. And when that's done, we finish our Apple at 50 coverage with a vibe-based draft.
• 611: Drain the Bin 13.04.2026 1j 47mnt

  Is it possible that Apple could run out of MacBook Neos? What's Apple's smart glasses strategy, really? We tackle both questions, discuss Jason's new UWB smart lock, consider the shape and name of the folding iPhone, and more!
• 610: We Hear You're Good at Computers 06.04.2026 1j 41mnt

  The Mac Pro is dead, iOS 18 security updates are now available for all, and Siri's upcoming revamp comes into focus. After all that's done, both hosts share their Apple origin stories.
• 609: The Origin of Apple 30.03.2026 1j 40mnt

  Jason and Myke tell the story of Apple's origin. It emerged from the unique environment of the Santa Clara valley suburbs of the '70s thanks to the particular genius of its two co-founders and some surprising help they got along the way.
• 608: Pop and Lock 23.03.2026 2j 19mnt

  Myke talks to Jason about his "Jeopardy!" experience, and Jason interviews David Pogue about his book, "Apple: The First 50 Years."
• 607: Lime Has Left the Chat 16.03.2026 1j 39mnt

  Myke has MacBook Neo FOMO and we have reviews of both Studio Display models. Also: Apple starts celebrating 50; App Store fees are lowered in China; Somehow, AirPods Max returned; Apple's AI crisistunity; and Jason in Jeopardy!?
• 606: Photogenic Lemon 10.03.2026 1j 47mnt

  This week, Jason reviews the MacBook Neo! Plus: Draft results, Jason is (back) in print, and new MacBook Pros and Studio Displays. But it's mostly about MacBook Neo!
• 605: The 2026 March Experience Draft 02.03.2026 1j 44mnt

  Jason and Myke try to predict what Apple will be announcing this week, except for the stuff that was announced Monday. But they discuss the new iPad Air and iPhone 17e too! Also: Apple's F1 plans and some Report Card follow-up.
• 604: The Shifting Sands of Liquid Glass 23.02.2026 1j 50mnt

  We discuss the results of the Six Colors Apple Report Card for 2025 in depth, with our added opinions on every category. Jason chooses to be a rascal, and Myke tries to give ten out of five.
• 603: Recalibrate the Quality Bar 16.02.2026 1j 42mnt

  We discuss Apple's struggles to ship an upgraded Apple Intelligence, prepare for a March 4 product announcement, and explain Apple TV going all in on "Severance." Also, Jason answers your (many!) curling questions!