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Episode 251: WWDC 2026, OpenAI’s Government Courtship, Forza’s Success, and Apple’s Foldable Future
Jun 16, 2026
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Episode 250: Anthropic Heads for Wall Street, Nvidia’s RTX Spark Arrives, AM5 Lives On, and Apple’s Ultra Future Takes Shape
Jun 12, 2026
41m 23s
Episode 249: Steam Deck Gets Pricier, Xbox Faces Hard Decisions, Nvidia Goes All-In on AI, and iOS 27 Leaks Early
May 30, 2026
38m 51s
Episode 248: WWDC26 Is Coming, Fortnite Returns, Musk Loses in Court, and the iPad Fold Rumour Grows
May 24, 2026
45m 43s
Episode 247: eBay Rejects GameStop, Apple Returns to Intel, Steam Machine Versions Appear, and GTA 6 Preorder Leaks
May 16, 2026
46m 10s
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| 6/16/26 | Episode 251: WWDC 2026, OpenAI’s Government Courtship, Forza’s Success, and Apple’s Foldable Future | Episode 251: WWDC 2026, OpenAI’s Government Courtship, Forza’s Success, and Apple’s Foldable FutureJay and Karl unpack a packed week across gaming, AI, and Apple’s WWDC announcements. Forza Horizon 6 appears to be a major hit before its PS5 release, Crazy Taxi is heading back to the streets, and Gears of War: E-Day reportedly remains off Sony’s console.Meanwhile, the Trump administration is reportedly exploring a stake in OpenAI, raising big questions about government involvement in frontier AI. Then it’s over to WWDC 2026, where Apple reveals iOS 27, a new Siri AI experience, iPadOS 27, watchOS 27, macOS Golden Gate 27, and more. Plus, the iOS 27 beta may have leaked references to Apple’s foldable iPhone.Full show notes & links:https://techrant.online/Also available on:Apple Podcasts | YouTubeIn This EpisodeNewsForza Horizon 6 has reportedly sold 6.4 million copiesThe latest Forza appears to be performing strongly before its PS5 version has even arrived.Crazy Taxi World Tour reboots the series in 2027Sega’s chaotic arcade driving series is preparing for a modern return.Gears of War: E-Day isn’t coming to the PS5Microsoft’s major prequel appears to remain firmly tied to Xbox and PC.The Trump administration is reportedly in talks about taking a stake in OpenAIA potential government stake in OpenAI raises major questions about AI, power, and public influence.WWDC 2026Apple unveils new Siri AI, dedicated app, and enhanced Apple Intelligence features in iOS 27Apple’s long-awaited Siri overhaul takes centre stage at WWDC.iOS 27’s most powerful on-device AI requires iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone AirApple’s newest AI features may depend on its latest hardware.iCloud+ subscribers will get new benefits in iOS 27Apple adds more value to its paid iCloud plans.Apple officially announces iOS 27The next major iPhone update brings new AI, interface, and system features.Apple unveils iPadOS 27iPadOS gets speed, productivity, and platform improvements.watchOS 27 for Apple Watch unveiledApple’s wearable platform receives its next annual update.Apple announces macOS Golden Gate 27The Mac receives its next named software release.Apple is redesigning Screen Time and overhauling child controlsApple updates parental controls and child account protections.RumoursApple leaks foldable iPhone references in iOS 27 betaReferences inside the beta suggest Apple’s foldable iPhone may be moving closer.Say hello:@WeeklyTechRant | @weeklytechrant.bs | — | ||||||
| 6/12/26 | Episode 250: Anthropic Heads for Wall Street, Nvidia’s RTX Spark Arrives, AM5 Lives On, and Apple’s Ultra Future Takes Shape✨ | AIPC hardware+4 | — | RTX SparkiPhone Ultra+6 | — | AnthropicNvidia+7 | — | 41m 23s | |
| 5/30/26 | Episode 249: Steam Deck Gets Pricier, Xbox Faces Hard Decisions, Nvidia Goes All-In on AI, and iOS 27 Leaks Early✨ | Steam Deck pricingNvidia AI investment+3 | — | Steam DeckValve+4 | Taiwan | Steam DeckNvidia+5 | — | 38m 51s | |
| 5/24/26 | Episode 248: WWDC26 Is Coming, Fortnite Returns, Musk Loses in Court, and the iPad Fold Rumour Grows✨ | AppleFortnite+5 | — | iOS 27GTA 6+8 | — | WWDC26Fortnite+7 | — | 45m 43s | |
| 5/16/26 | Episode 247: eBay Rejects GameStop, Apple Returns to Intel, Steam Machine Versions Appear, and GTA 6 Preorder Leaks✨ | GameStopApple+5 | — | Fitbit AirXbox Elite 3 controller+6 | — | eBayGameStop+7 | — | 46m 10s | |
| 5/13/26 | Episode 246: GameStop Tries to Buy eBay, Steam Controller Chaos Crashes Steam, GTA 6 Snubs PC Players, and Apple Pays for Siri’s AI Delays✨ | GameStop acquisitionSteam Controller issues+3 | — | GameStopeBay+5 | — | GameStopeBay+5 | — | 40m 59s | |
| 5/3/26 | Episode 245: Steam Controller Is Back, OpenAI Breaks Free, Agentic Phones Rise, and Apple Kills the Bezel✨ | Steam ControllerOpenAI+3 | — | Steam Controller20th anniversary iPhone+6 | — | Steam ControllerOpenAI+5 | — | 42m 53s | |
| 4/27/26 | Episode 244: Tim Cook Steps Down, Amazon’s $25B Anthropic Bet, Xbox Game Pass Reshuffle, and Framework Takes on the MacBook Pro✨ | Apple leadership changeAmazon investment+3 | — | Helix gaming chipMacBook Pro+5 | — | Tim CookJohn Ternus+7 | — | 45m 40s | |
| 4/17/26 | Episode 243: Xbox Game Pass Backlash, Trump Phone Returns, Europe’s Age ID App Lands, and Nvidia Eyes a PC Giant✨ | Xbox Game PassTrump Phone+5 | — | MacBook NeoiPhone+5 | — | Xbox Game PassTrump Phone+5 | — | 46m 38s | |
| 3/29/26 | Episode 242: Apple Kills the Mac Pro, WWDC 2026 Announced, CPU Shortages Worsen, and Microsoft vs OpenAI Tensions Rise✨ | AppleCPU shortages+4 | — | Mac ProForza Horizon 6+5 | US | AppleMac Pro+7 | — | 45m 07s | |
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| 3/22/26 | Episode 241: Apple Updates AirPods Max, Nvidia Upsets Gamers, OpenAI Leaks Something Awkward, and WorldCoin Wants Your Eyes Again✨ | Apple updatesNvidia gaming news+4 | — | AirPods MaxDLSS 5+5 | Hisense | AirPods MaxNvidia+6 | — | 37m 54s | |
| 3/14/26 | Episode 240: The PC Becomes the Console, Steam Machine Ships, Meta Builds AI Chips, and Apple’s HomePad Looms | Episode 240: The PC Becomes the Console, Steam Machine Ships, Meta Builds AI Chips, and Apple’s HomePad LoomsJay and Karl dive into a week where the PC keeps drifting closer to the console world. Valve insists the Steam Machine is still on track, Microsoft openly talks about an Xbox–PC hybrid and an upcoming “Xbox mode” for Windows, and Meta unveils a new generation of custom AI silicon. Meanwhile, Perplexity tries to reinvent the personal computer with AI agents, while Apple rumours point to a HomePad device and new multitasking features for a foldable iPhone.Full show notes & links:https://techrant.online/weekly-tech-rant-episode-240/Also available on:Apple Podcasts | YouTubeIn This EpisodeNewsSteam Machine shipping fears return, but Valve says it is still coming this year A fresh update reignites launch speculation, though Valve insists the hardware is still on track.Microsoft discusses its Xbox–PC hybrid at GDC The long-rumoured merging of the Xbox and PC ecosystems is becoming clearer, even if the hardware is still years away.Xbox mode could arrive on every Windows 11 PCMicrosoft appears to be pushing Windows closer to a console-style experience.Meta unveils four custom Broadcom-built AI chips Meta claims its new silicon can outperform some commercial AI chips, escalating the industry’s hardware arms race.Perplexity launches its “Personal Computer” AI concept AI agents move directly onto the desktop as the company attempts to redefine what a personal computer is.RumoursApple’s HomePad smart display gets a launch timing update The long-rumoured smart home hub could finally be approaching release.Foldable iPhone tipped to support side-by-side multitasking New app features could help Apple’s foldable device stand apart when it eventually launches.Say hello:@WeeklyTechRant | @weeklytechrant.bs | — | ||||||
| 3/8/26 | Episode 239: Apple’s Hardware Blitz, Nvidia’s PC Processor Push, and Xbox’s Project Helix Goes After PC Gaming | Episode 239: Apple’s Hardware Blitz, Nvidia’s PC Processor Push, and Xbox’s Project Helix Goes After PC GamingJay and Karl dig into a packed week of hardware launches and platform plays. Apple rolls out a full spread of new devices, from iPad Air and iPhone 17e to MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and the colourful new MacBook Neo. On top of that, Nvidia’s upcoming PC processor starts looking competitive, and Xbox confirms that Project Helix is coming for PC gaming in a big way.Full show notes & links:https://techrant.online/weekly-tech-rant-episode-239/Also available on:Apple Podcasts | YouTubeIn This EpisodeApple TimeApple unveils new iPad Air with M4 chip, more RAM, C1X and N1 A notable mid-range refresh with faster silicon and upgraded wireless internals.Apple officially announces iPhone 17e MagSafe, 2x base storage, and a soft pink finish bring more value to the entry tier.Apple reveals its new 5K mini-LED Studio Display XDR A higher-end display push for creators and pros.Apple launches new MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips Its flagship notebook line gets a serious performance bump.Apple launches M5 Pro and M5 Max chips The next pro-tier Apple Silicon lands with more power and efficiency.Apple announces M5 MacBook Air More storage, N1 wireless, and a $1099 starting price.Meet the MacBook Neo A colourful, lower-cost laptop that looks aimed squarely at Chromebook territory.Other NewsNvidia’s upcoming PC processor reaches parity with Intel and AMD The benchmarks look promising, but gaming performance remains the real question.Xbox CEO confirms Project Helix will play PC games Microsoft’s next-gen console strategy looks increasingly like a PC-first convergence play.Say hello:@WeeklyTechRant | @weeklytechrant.bs | — | ||||||
| 3/2/26 | Episode 238: $60B GPU Power Play, Phil Spencer’s Exit Memo, Apple’s US Factory Reveal, and the M6 MacBook Pro Leak | Episode 238: $60B GPU Power Play, Phil Spencer’s Exit Memo, Apple’s US Factory Reveal, and the M6 MacBook Pro LeakJay and Karl unpack another eye-watering $60B AMD–Meta GPU deal, an AI agent that deleted its own boss’s inbox, Phil Spencer’s farewell memo, and Apple’s latest US manufacturing reveal. Plus M6 MacBook Pro leaks and fresh iPhone 18 Pro design rumours.Full show notes & links:https://techrant.online/weekly-tech-rant-episode-238/Also available on:Apple Podcasts | YouTubeIn This EpisodeNewsAMD and Meta announce $60B GPU megadealA circular AI power play that could also hand Meta up to 10% of AMD.Meta safety director watches OpenClaw AI delete her inboxWhen you give an AI agent the keys… and it speedruns destruction.Phil Spencer’s memo about leaving MicrosoftThe end of an Xbox era — and what it means for gaming’s future.Apple shares more details of its US Mac mini plantPhotos, video, and a closer look at Apple’s American manufacturing push.UK watchdog fines Reddit £14.47MThe ICO says kids slipped through the gate too easily.RumoursNew M6 MacBook Pro details revealedDynamic Island, touch input, and more hints at a major redesign.iPhone 18 Pro design could include an exciting firstA colour shift that may finally break tradition.Say hello:@WeeklyTechRant | @weeklytechrant.bs | — | ||||||
| 2/23/26 | Episode 237: Apple Turns 50, March Event Announced, Russia Blocks Messaging Apps, and Satellite iPhones Rumoured | Episode 237: Apple Turns 50, March Event Announced, Russia Blocks Messaging Apps, and Satellite iPhones RumouredJay and Karl unpack a wide-ranging week in tech. Tim Cook promises Apple’s 50th anniversary will be properly celebrated, a March 4 event is confirmed, messaging apps are blocked in Russia, and regulators in the UK take a notably light-touch approach to app stores. There’s also chip geopolitics, touchscreen backlash in cars, storage shortages, and fresh satellite iPhone rumours.Full show notes & links:techrant.online/weekly-tech-rant-episode-237/Also available on: Apple Podcasts | YouTubeIn This EpisodeNewsApple’s 50th anniversary: Tim Cook promises a proper celebration.March 4 Apple event announced: what might be unveiled?WhatsApp and Telegram blocked in Russia: geopolitical pressure mounts.UK takes light-touch app store regulation: a different approach from the EU.Touchscreens criticised in cars: an iPhone designer calls them the wrong tech.Taiwan pushes back on US chip pressure: its ecosystem isn’t going anywhere.Ring abandons police partnership plans: after privacy backlash.Western Digital 2026 HDD capacity sold out: storage demand surges.RumoursiPhone 18 Pro satellite support: growing backing for 5G via satellite.M5 Pro and M5 Max could be the same chip: leak suggests a unified silicon strategy.Say hello —@WeeklyTechRant | @weeklytechrant.bs | — | ||||||
| 2/10/26 | Episode 236: Apple’s AI Shopping Spree, Macs Get More Configurable, SpaceX–xAI Goes Orbital, and Steam Hits the RAM Wall | Episode 236: Apple’s AI Shopping Spree, Macs Get More Configurable, SpaceX–xAI Goes Orbital, and Steam Hits the RAM WallJay and Karl cover a week where big money and big compute collide, Apple splashes $2B on a secretive AI startup, Macs hint at a new level of configurability, and SpaceX–xAI goes fully orbital with plans for a giant constellation to power AI. Meanwhile, Valve’s Steam Machine plans hit the RAM wall, with delays and pricing pain. Plus, rumours swirl around a new iPhone launching this month.Full show notes & links:techrant.online/weekly-tech-rant-episode-236/Also available on:Apple Podcasts | YouTubeIn This EpisodeNewsApple acquires Q.ai for $2 billion: a secretive AI startup joins Apple’s growing AI portfolio.New Mac configurator hints at separate CPU and GPU options: potentially a major shift in how Macs are specced.SpaceX acquires xAI: and reportedly plans a massive satellite constellation to power AI workloads.Steam Machine delayed again: Valve confirms RAM shortages will affect pricing.RumoursNew iPhone launching this month?: report claims four key changes are coming.Say hello —@WeeklyTechRant | @weeklytechrant.bs | — | ||||||
| 1/31/26 | Episode 235: Trump Phone Ultra Appears, Nvidia’s N1X ARM Challenge, AirTag 2 Launches, and Apple’s Next MacBook Pro Overhaul | Episode 235: Trump Phone Ultra Appears, Nvidia’s N1X ARM Challenge, AirTag 2 Launches, and Apple’s Next MacBook Pro OverhaulJay and Karl unpack another busy week in tech — from the surprise appearance of a Trump Phone Ultra and Nvidia’s looming ARM-based N1X challenge, to Apple launching AirTag 2 and fresh signals about the next MacBook Pro redesign. There’s also Forza Horizon 6 launch news and rumours of an AI-powered Apple wearable.Full show notes & links:techrant.online/weekly-tech-rant-episode-235/Also available on:Apple Podcasts | YouTubeIn This EpisodeNewsTrump Phone Ultra revealed: yes, there’s apparently another model coming.Nvidia’s N1X ARM challenge: could Nvidia take on Intel, AMD, and Apple in laptops?AirTag 2 launches: improved range, louder speaker, and more.Apple may turn to Intel for iPhone chips: analysts double down on the claim.Forza Horizon 6: confirmed to launch in May.RumoursMacBook Pro overhaul incoming: three major upgrades tipped for later this year.AI-powered Apple wearable: a smart pin may be in development.Say hello —@WeeklyTechRant | @weeklytechrant.bs | — | ||||||
| 1/21/26 | Episode 234: Booking the Moon, Apple Goes All-In on Gemini, RTX Cards Vanish, and the iPhone Fold Takes Shape | Episode 234: Booking the Moon, Apple Goes All-In on Gemini, RTX Cards Vanish, and the iPhone Fold Takes ShapeJay and Karl cover a week where the future feels oddly close — from booking a hotel room on the Moon and Apple’s expanding Gemini partnership, to RTX cards quietly disappearing and fresh clarity around the iPhone Fold. There’s also Creator Studio, revised 007 PC requirements, Meta layoffs, and political pressure on Trump Mobile.Full show notes & links:techrant.online/weekly-tech-rant-episode-234/Also available on:Apple Podcasts | YouTubeIn This EpisodeNewsYou can now book a hotel room on the Moon: reservations open at $250,000.Apple’s expanded Google Gemini deal: bigger and more integrated than expected.Apple unveils Creator Studio: a new subscription aimed at creators.007 First Light PC requirements revised: IO Interactive tweaks the specs.Asus drops the RTX 5070 Ti: memory shortages squeeze supply.Meta confirms Reality Labs layoffs: investment shifts towards wearables.Democrats push FTC to probe Trump Mobile: pressure mounts over the T1 phone.RumoursiPhone Fold specs leak: analyst Jeff Pu outlines expected hardware.Say hello —@WeeklyTechRant | @weeklytechrant.bs | — | ||||||
| 1/10/26 | Episode 233: RAM Is the New Gold, Google Deletes a Drive, 007 Breaks PCs, and CES 2026 Goes Wild | Episode 233: RAM Is the New Gold, Google Deletes a Drive, 007 Breaks PCs, and CES 2026 Goes WildJay and Karl kick off with a discussion around Grok and OpenAI Health before diving into a week where RAM has become a luxury item. From Google wiping a user’s entire drive and sky-high DRAM prices stretching into 2028, to Crucial becoming an AI casualty and 007 bringing PCs to their knees. Plus, CES 2026 delivers wild hardware, absurd GPUs, and a Lego brick packed with tech.Full show notes & links:techrant.online/weekly-tech-rant-episode-233/Also available on:Apple Podcasts | YouTubeIn This EpisodeOpening DiscussionGrok, OpenAI Health, and where AI products are heading next.NewsGoogle Antigravity wipes user’s drive: a vibe-coded disaster deletes an entire disk.RAM prices spiral: DRAM shortages may last until 2028.Crucial hit by AI RAM demand: consumer memory loses out to data centres.007 First Light melts PCs: recommended specs demand vast amounts of RAM and VRAM.CES 2026SteamOS lands on Lenovo Legion Go 2: Valve’s OS continues its handheld takeover.Lego Smart Brick revealed: surprisingly packed with sensors and connectivity.Nvidia leans on software: GeForce Super GPUs absent, DLSS takes centre stage.MSI’s 1000W RTX 5090: a water-cooled GPU that ignores balance entirely.Say hello —@WeeklyTechRant |@weeklytechrant.bs | — | ||||||
| 12/8/25 | Episode 232: PC Build Chaos, GZW 0.4, BF6 Hopes, Steam Wishlist Fever, and Sweeney vs Steam | Episode 232: PC Build Chaos, GZW 0.4, BF6 Hopes, Steam Wishlist Fever, and Sweeney vs SteamJay and Karl return with a slightly chaotic, very relatable week in tech and gaming. From PC build meltdowns to hands-on impressions of GZW 0.4, early Battlefield 6 hopes, and a tour through the growing Steam wishlists. Plus, Tim Sweeney sparks a fresh debate over Steam’s approach to labelling AI-powered games.Full show notes & links:techrant.online/weekly-tech-rant-episode-232/Also available on:Apple Podcasts | YouTubeIn This EpisodePC Build WoesA week filled with BIOS confusion, missing video output, questionable cables, and the classic “is it the RAM?” spiral.Game TalkGZW 0.4 — new update, new chaos, new war stories.Battlefield 6 — early hopes, concerns, and wishlist features.Steam Wishlist Picks — the games Jay and Karl are watching closely.Industry ChatTim Sweeney vs Steam AI labels — Sweeney pushes back as Valve formalises labelling rules for AI-generated content.Say hello —@WeeklyTechRant | @weeklytechrant.bs | — | ||||||
| 12/1/25 | Episode 231: Cleared Hot Lands, RAM Prices Go Wild, Nvidia’s VRAM Gamble, and Intel’s Nova Lake Strikes Back | Episode 231: Cleared Hot Lands, RAM Prices Go Wild, Nvidia’s VRAM Gamble, and Intel’s Nova Lake Strikes BackJay and Karl return with a packed week of tech news — from the long-awaited launch of Cleared Hot to RAM shortages so extreme shops are pricing modules like luxury seafood. Nvidia flirts with dropping VRAM bundles, Intel fires back at AMD with an absurdly specced Nova Lake chip, and Apple rumours round out the show.Full show notes & links:techrant.online/weekly-tech-rant-episode-231/Also available on:Apple Podcasts | YouTubeIn This EpisodeNewsCleared Hot launches — the long-awaited helicopter sim finally arrives.RAM prices surge — shortages push costs high enough that one retailer compares it to lobster.Nvidia may stop bundling VRAM — raising concerns over GPU pricing and value.Nvidia plays down Google chip threat — insists cloud competition won't dent AI momentum.Intel’s Nova Lake strikes back — a monstrous chip with 288 MB vertical cache and 52 cores.RumoursLow-cost MacBook reportedly launching in Q1 2026.OLED iPad mini gets fresh launch timing leaks.Say hello —@WeeklyTechRant | @weeklytechrant.bs | — | ||||||
| 11/22/25 | Episode 230: Tim Cook Retirement Rumours, iOS 26.2 EU Restrictions, Shed Data Centres, Nvidia’s Record Quarter, and iPhone Fold Leaks | Episode 230: Tim Cook Retirement Rumours, iOS 26.2 EU Restrictions, Shed Data Centres, Nvidia’s Record Quarter, and iPhone Fold LeaksJay and Karl cover a busy week of tech stories — starting with fresh rumours about Tim Cook stepping down in 2026, followed by iOS 26.2 limiting Wi-Fi sharing in the EU. They also look at the viral “shed data centre” slashing bills to £40, Nvidia’s record-smashing quarter, and a new battery detail that could give the iPhone Fold a major advantage.Full show notes & links:techrant.online/weekly-tech-rant-episode-230/Also available on:Apple Podcasts | YouTubeIn This EpisodeNewsTim Cook retirement rumours — reports suggest he may step aside in January 2026, but not fully retire.iOS 26.2 restricts Wi-Fi sharing between iPhone and Apple Watch in the EU.The shed data centre — how one man slashed his bills to £40 and heated his home at the same time.Nvidia’s record quarter — $57B revenue and “off the charts” AI GPU demand.RumoursiPhone Fold battery leak — early details suggest a major potential advantage over rivals.Say hello —@WeeklyTechRant | @weeklytechrant.bs | — | ||||||
| 11/17/25 | Episode 229: RTX 50 SUPER Shortages Loom, iPhone Air 2 Delayed, £220 iPhone Sock Chaos, and Steam’s Surprise Hardware Drop | Episode 229: RTX 50 SUPER Shortages Loom, iPhone Air 2 Delayed, £220 iPhone Sock Chaos, and Steam’s Surprise Hardware DropJay and Karl break down a chaotic week in tech and gaming — from looming RTX 50 SUPER memory shortages and Apple’s indefinite iPhone Air 2 delay, to the internet melting down over a £220 “iPhone sock”. Plus, Steam’s unexpected new hardware line-up makes a noisy return.Full show notes & links:techrant.online/weekly-tech-rant-episode-229/Also available on:Apple Podcasts | YouTubeIn This EpisodeNewsNVIDIA RTX 50 SUPER shortages: supply rumours point to memory constraints.iPhone Air 2 delayed indefinitely: Apple reportedly pushes the lightweight iPhone out of its roadmap.The £220 iPhone sock: Apple’s new accessory sends the internet into meltdown.Steam Frame: Valve reveals its unexpected new VR headset hardware.Steam Machine: the surprise return of a brand many thought was long gone.Steam Controller: Valve resurrects its oddball controller with new refinements.Steam Deck 2: still years away — Valve says the tech just “isn’t there yet.”Say hello —@WeeklyTechRant | @weeklytechrant.bs | — | ||||||
| 11/7/25 | Episode 228: Xbox Goes Premium, Galaxy XR Takes on Vision Pro, Apple’s $2B Blow, and the Button-Free iPhone 20 | Episode 228: Xbox Goes Premium, Galaxy XR Takes on Vision Pro, Apple’s $2B Blow, and the Button-Free iPhone 20Jay and Karl tackle a blockbuster week in tech and gaming — from Xbox’s “very premium” future to Samsung’s Galaxy XR headset launch. They also break down Apple’s $2B App Store setback, Trump’s quantum ambitions, and the latest rumours about a button-free iPhone 20.Full show notes & links:techrant.online/weekly-tech-rant-episode-228/Also available on:Apple Podcasts | YouTubeIn This EpisodeNewsNext Xbox won’t be cheap: Sarah Bond teases a “very premium, high-end next-gen console experience.”Samsung Galaxy XR hands-on: a cheaper rival to Apple Vision Pro, launching today.Trump eyes control of quantum firms: pushing Intel-style public–private deals in cutting-edge computing.Microsoft makes Copilot “human-centered”: complete with a nostalgic ‘90s-style animated assistant.Apple loses UK App Store monopoly case: penalty could near $2 billion.Apple’s Services division milestone: now bigger than Disney or Tesla by revenue.GamesBF6 thoughts? Jay and Karl share first impressions and what EA’s next shooter needs to deliver.RumoursiPhone 20 leak: Apple reportedly ditching all physical buttons for haptic-only controls.Say hello —@WeeklyTechRant | @weeklytechrant.bs | — | ||||||
| 10/31/25 | Episode 227: OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Atlas, Apple Faces Courts and Regulators, and Foldable iPhone Delays Loom | Episode 227: OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Atlas, Apple Faces Courts and Regulators, and Foldable iPhone Delays LoomJay and Karl dig into a busy week in tech — OpenAI unveils its ChatGPT-powered browser, Apple battles lawsuits and EU regulators, and GM continues its war on CarPlay. Plus, fresh rumours suggest the foldable iPhone could be slipping further down the timeline.Full show notes & links:techrant.online/weekly-tech-rant-episode-227/Also available on:Apple Podcasts | YouTubeIn This EpisodeNewsJon Prosser misses deadline: Apple lawsuit to proceed without his representation.OpenAI launches ChatGPT Atlas: a new AI-powered browser built to take on Google Chrome.Apple returns to court in Fortnite dispute: the latest chapter in its ongoing App Store fight.Apple vs EU war of words: “intrusive burdens” versus “locked-in users.”GM drops CarPlay from more cars: citing Steve Jobs as “inspiration” for removing Apple’s service.RumoursFoldable iPhone rumours: screen size leaks and possible delay to launch.M5 MacBook Air refresh: reportedly landing in spring 2026.Say hello —@WeeklyTechRant | @weeklytechrant.bs | — | ||||||
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