Month: October 2025

In a perfectly timed post on X, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said that the next version of ChatGPT — ChatGPT 6 — will apparently be called “GPT 6-7.” If you’re not a parent of a school-aged kid, you might be scratching your head right about now. But in the wonderfully bizarre times we live in, “6 7” has officially been crowned Dictionary.com’s Word of the Year 2025.

The US Department of Commerce (DOC) has floated a proposal against the sale and use of TP-Link products in the country, citing national security concerns.

Samsung just announced its quarterly earnings, setting the stage for the Galaxy S26 series. Speaking during the company’s Q3 2025 earnings call, Daniel Araujo, VP of Samsung’s Mobile Experience Division, said that the Galaxy S26 lineup will “revolutionize the user experience with user-centric, next-gen AI, a second-generation custom AP, and stronger performance, including new camera sensors.”

Taking cues from Android phones, Android Auto appears to be preparing to introduce home screen widgets. This new feature will let users add widgets from their mobile apps directly to their Android Auto dashboard. Codenamed “Earth,” the feature is still under development. However, despite its current limitations, we managed to get it working and can now show you how the whole process of adding widgets to your Android Auto home screen will work and what these widgets could look like when they finally arrive.

Looking for a new action cam? The Insta360 X4 Air arrives as the company’s most accessible 8K-capable 360-degree camera yet, packing dual 1/1.8-inch sensors, 8K30 video, and a lightweight 165 g body. Starting at around $400, it sits well below the flagship X5, making it an appealing option for everyday creators who want immersive footage without the bulk or complexity of higher-end rigs.

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Update: October 28, 2025 (1:14 AM ET): Samsung is showing off the so-called Galaxy Z TriFold at an APEC Summit side event. We now have more images from that event (courtesy of Korean news outlet Dailian) showing off the dual-folding phone. Take a look:

Google has apparently started rolling out its new Play Store age verification system, similar to the process it recently introduced on YouTube.

Fresh reports from Pixel 10 users suggest that Google’s notification woes aren’t going anywhere. Users on Reddit say their new phones are struggling with severely delayed Google Home alerts, with some claiming that notifications only come in after unlocking the device.

The obvious or easiest option isn’t always the best, and this is especially true when it comes to Android apps. Many users swear by Google Chrome on their phones and while some genuinely appreciate its functionality and design, most non-techies use it because it’s preinstalled and immediately available. Sure, that’s a fair reason, but I don’t believe Chrome is the best browser for those not well-versed in online security and digital hygiene.

You might like Chrome, but it’s not for everyone

If you’ve ever stared at a blank Google Slides deck wondering where to start, Gemini’s got a new way to help. The Canvas tool in the Gemini app can now take a file you upload, whether it’s a research paper or a report, and instantly turn it into a full presentation.

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