This week, Jay and Karl unpack another busy week in AI and consumer technology. Anthropic launches Opus 5.5 with improved performance and lower pricing, Rabbit expands its AI ambitions beyond the R1 device, and Microsoft quietly retires the Copilot+ PC branding just a year after introducing it.
We also break down everything announced at Meta Connect 2026, discuss reports that Apple is preparing AI servers powered by its M8 Ultra chips, and round things off with the latest rumours surrounding Apple's long-awaited HomePad.
News
- Anthropic releases Opus 5.5 with lower prices and Fable-level performance
Anthropic's latest flagship model promises stronger performance while reducing costs for developers. - Rabbit's new AI agent doesn't need an R1 to run
Rabbit expands its AI platform beyond dedicated hardware with a standalone agent. - Microsoft is killing off the 'Copilot Plus PC' brand
Microsoft simplifies its AI PC branding less than two years after introducing Copilot+. - Everything announced at Meta Connect 2026
Meta unveils its latest AI, mixed reality, and wearable technology during its annual developer event. - Apple planning to sell AI servers powered by M8 Ultra chips
A new report suggests Apple could enter the AI infrastructure market with its own server hardware.
Rumours
- HomePad to launch next month with these new features
Apple's rumoured HomePad could finally be approaching launch with several new capabilities.
We love hearing from you! Drop us a line in the comments or tweet us at @WeeklyTechRant or on Bluesky @weeklytechrant.bs.
