Gadgets News: 5 September 2025 - 29 September 2025

October 11, 2025, 9:17 PM EDT. Jaxen Cole, a Gilford man, has been indicted on two counts of fraudulent use of deepfakes for altering a police body camera video’s audio. The class B felony charges allege he posted the edited clip to Facebook and Instagram in February 2025, replacing the officer’s words with a fabricated transcript that mocked the officer and referenced Valentine’s Day. The case invokes New Hampshire’s new deepfake law, effective January 1, and raises questions about free speech and defamation. Prosecutors say the video targeted a Laconia officer; Cole has pleaded not guilty. His next court date has not been announced. Cybersecurity experts warn that AI-enabled deepfakes are a growing legal challenge.

October 11, 2025, 9:08 PM EDT. Gartner says the AI landscape is moving from the early hype to a trough of disillusionment for Gen AI as organizations struggle to scale pilots into production systems. While ML advances toward the slope of enlightenment and is showing value in planning, sourcing, manufacturing, logistics and inventory management, many deployments stall due to integration challenges and concerns over data security. The shift toward agentic AI—systems that pursue goals autonomously—fuels interest, but real-world adoption remains hampered by technical obstacles and governance issues. Enterprises are increasingly focusing on moving beyond isolated pilots, prioritizing scalable architectures, robust security, and governance to realize consistent returns across functions.

October 11, 2025, 9:06 PM EDT. Google’s Android 16 October 2025 update is rolling out in a phased manner starting October 9, 2025, for Pixel devices on Android 16. The release brings bug fixes for camera crashes, improved battery optimization, and better Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth stability, along with smoother UI animations. Eligible devices include Pixel 6/6 Pro, 7/7 Pro, 8/8 Pro, and newer models; older Pixel phones on earlier Android versions won’t receive the update. To update, go to Settings > System > System Update and ensure a stable Wi‑Fi connection and sufficient battery. Expect a steadier, more responsive experience with potential UI tweaks after installation.

October 11, 2025, 9:04 PM EDT. Living with the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra in the kitchen shows why Samsung remains a top iPad alternative. The 14.6-inch display offers near-desktop presence while staying portable enough to move around the house. Its tight integration with Gemini Live and Google’s Gemini features makes hands‑free cooking queries and smart‑home tasks effortless for anyone at home. The smaller Galaxy Tab S11 is more portable for quick questions, while the Ultra handles longer recipes and multi‑step tasks. The lack of a dedicated docking station or keyboard is a minor trade‑off, but the overall ecosystem and household‑friendly design keep these tablets compelling next to the iPad Pro.

October 11, 2025, 9:03 PM EDT. Alibaba is expanding beyond e-commerce into AI hardware and software, positioning itself as a Western-style competitor to Nvidia. While e-commerce remains its core business, its cloud segment and nascent AI division are growing fast. The company unveiled its T-Head processor, which some analysts say rivals Nvidia's H20 in performance and costs about 40% less. Beyond chips, Alibaba is courting developers with an open-source-friendly AI stack and a CUDA-like software ecosystem. If Alibaba sustains momentum, its AI push could reshape China's hardware landscape and offer a domestic alternative to Nvidia for AI workloads.