Weekly Tech Rant: Episode 214

Episode 214: Android Meets ChromeOS, MechaHitler Goes to War, Google’s AI Talks for You, and Foldable iPhone Buzz Builds

Welcome to the WTR with your hosts, Jay and Karl, delving into the latest tech news, gadgets, games, and films!

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In This Episode:

• News
  • Switch 2 user warns about accidental ban after playing preowned game cardsSwitch 2 user warns about accidental ban after playing preowned game cards
  • Google confirms it’s ‘combining’ Chrome OS and Android into a single platform
  • US Defense Department awards $200 million contract to Elon Musk’s Grok aka ‘MechaHitler’ and is looking forward to deploying it ‘in our warfighting domain’ 
  • Google’s AI can now make phone calls for you
• Rumours
  • iOS 26 public beta rumored to launch next week
  • iPhone 17 Pro may feature MacBook-style anti-reflective screen
  • New iPhone Fold rumors claim more affordable price, ultra-thin hardware

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