237: New iMacs, iPads, and the 2019 March Event Draft

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237: New iMacs, iPads, and the 2019 March Event Draft

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After nearly two years, Apple has released new iMacs, and Jason has an exclusive interview with Apple’s iMac product manager, Colleen Novielli. We also discuss the surprising new iPad Air and iPad mini announcements, and then it’s time for another Upgrade draft, as we make our choices for what will be on stage at Apple’s services event next Monday!

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Mar 19, 2019

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Upgrade looks at how technology shapes our lives, from the devices in our hands and pockets to the streaming services that keep us entertained. Hosted by Jason Snell and Myke Hurley.

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237: New iMacs, iPads, and the 2019 March Event Draft

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