Episode 227: OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Atlas, Apple Faces Courts and Regulators, and Foldable iPhone Delays Loom

Jay 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.

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In This Episode

News

• Jon 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.

Rumours

• Foldable iPhone rumours: screen size leaks and possible delay to launch.
• M5 MacBook Air refresh: reportedly landing in spring 2026.

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