Upgrade 615: But in Citrus!
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May 11, 2026 They debate new Apple naming tiers and whether another laptop level is needed. They unpack chip strategy, including binned A18 Pro chips and talks with Intel or Samsung. They speculate about camera-equipped AirPods and whether visual intelligence buys enough value. They also discuss macRAM cuts, supply tactics, and why podcasts are moving toward video and clips.
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Jason’s TARDIS Blue Door Story
- Jason intentionally painted his front door TARDIS blue as a subtle Doctor Who homage.
- He even specified the Pantone color and window shapes so only fans would notice the reference.
Premium Variants Become Mainstream Over Time
- Apple historically sells cutting-edge models alongside legacy versions until new tech trickles down.
- Jason cites the MacBook Pro with Retina as a temporary premium variant that later became standard across the line.
Binned Chips Fueled The Neo And Now Require Replacement
- Apple used binned iPhone chips to create the MacBook Neo but demand outpaced available bins.
- Myke and Jason explain Apple may buy fresh A18 Pro chips from TSMC and disable cores to match Neo specs.