Episode 224: Intel Woos Apple, EA’s $55B Buyout, Qualcomm’s New Chips, and Xbox Price Hikes

Jay and Karl dive into another packed tech week — from Intel’s surprising courtship of Apple and Microsoft’s late Windows 10 concessions, to EA’s massive $55 billion buyout, Qualcomm’s new Windows chips, and the UK government’s ongoing iCloud backdoor demands. Plus, Xbox Game Pass is about to cost you more.

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In This Episode

News

• Intel reportedly courting Apple: a surprising move to rekindle ties and seek investment.
• Microsoft agrees to 11th-hour Windows 10 concessions: easing end-of-life tensions.
• EA’s $55 billion buyout: Madden and FIFA now in the hands of global investors, including Saudi Arabia’s PIF and Jared Kushner’s Affinity Partners.
• Qualcomm announces Snapdragon X2 Elite and Extreme: new flagship chips for Windows PCs.
• UK government still insists on iCloud backdoor: privacy debate reignites once again.
• Xbox Game Pass changes: Ubisoft+ Classics joins, but expect a significant price hike for one tier.

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