Episode 255: Ghost Recon Returns, Britain Bets £708 Million on Tempest, Digital ID Cards Scrapped, and the MacBook Ultra Nears
This week Jay and Karl cover another diverse week across gaming, defence, privacy, and Apple rumours. Ubisoft finally confirms that Ghost Recon will return this August, the UK Government abandons plans for digital ID cards following public opposition, and Britain commits another £708 million to the Tempest next-generation fighter programme.
We also look at LG's decision to remove McAfee advertising from its monitors after pressure from Microsoft, before turning to Apple's rumoured hardware roadmap with reports of a redesigned iPad mini and an all-new MacBook Ultra.
News
- Ubisoft promises Ghost Recon news in August
Ubisoft confirms the Ghost Recon franchise will return to the spotlight next month. - UK government scraps plans for digital ID cards after millions opposed
Plans for a nationwide digital identity scheme have been abandoned following widespread public concern. - UK pumps £708 million into its future fighter jet
The UK continues investing heavily in the Tempest programme as development of its next-generation combat aircraft gathers pace. - LG promises to stop McAfee spam ads following pressure from Microsoft
LG agrees to remove intrusive McAfee advertisements from its smart monitors.
Rumours
- New iPad mini coming soon with these major changes
Apple's smallest tablet could be preparing for a significant refresh. - 'MacBook Ultra' Coming Soon With These 12 New Features
A new report claims Apple's highest-end MacBook could launch with a host of premium features.
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