Weekly Download #101: ChatGPT just got spicy

Hey , it’s Sunday, October 19.

Here’s what we’re covering this week:

• OpenAI just announced ChatGPT will allow adult content (politicians are losing their minds)

• Apple is planning touchscreen MacBooks for 2026

• We found the bidet that'll make you question why you ever used toilet paper.

• Your Google Drive is probably full again. We've got the fix.

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Your Google Drive is Full. Again.

Tired of that "Google Drive is full" notification? Before you pay for more storage, reclaim your 15 GB of free space with these quick steps:

• Find the Culprit: Check one.google.com/storage to see what’s eating your space—Drive, Gmail, or Photos.

• Sort by Size: In Google Drive, go to the "Storage" tab and sort by "Storage Used" to find and delete the largest files you don't need.

• Clear Out Gmail: Search "has:attachment larger:10MB" in Gmail to find emails with big attachments. Download what you need, then delete the rest.

• Optimize Photos: Switch your Google Photos upload setting from "Original Quality" to "Storage Saver."

• Empty the Trash: Don't forget to empty the trash folders in Drive, Gmail, and Photos. Deleted files stay there for 30 days and still count against your limit!

⚡ Fast Five

1.) Apple plans touchscreen MacBook Pro with OLED for 2026
Apple is preparing a redesigned MacBook Pro featuring an OLED touchscreen display, expected to launch between late 2026 and early 2027. [LINK]

2.) Facebook launches Al photo editing feature with cloud access to camera roll:
Meta's new tool uploads camera roll images to its servers for Al analysis. [LINK]

3.) Hackers expose personal data of 1,000+ federal agents
A hacking group posted names, phone numbers and home addresses of DHS, FBI, and DOJ employees on Telegram. [LINK]

4.) China unveils all-weather humanoid robot and lifelike AI models:
China unveiled new humanoid robots, including the DR02 from DEEP Robotics, which is the world's first all-weather model. [LINK].

5.) Apple engineers raise concerns about new Siri performance:
Apple engineers testing iOS 26.4 are concerned about Siri’s performance, casting doubt on Apple’s AI plans as rivals advance. [LINK]

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Agentic AI 
(noun)

Definition: AI systems that can autonomously plan, make decisions, and execute multi-step tasks without constant human input. Think ChatGPT but with the ability to actually do things, not just chat about them.

Usage: "The new agentic AI platform can book meetings, sort your emails, and order lunch—without any hands-on guidance."

📰 The Big One

ChatGPT Just Got Spicy (And Politicians Are Having a Meltdown)

Remember when ChatGPT wouldn't even help you write a mildly suggestive poem? Well, Sam Altman just announced ChatGPT is rolling out adult content for verified users this December.

The timing? Perfect. This comes just weeks after California's Governor vetoed legislation that would've put stricter limits on AI chatbots and kids.

Here's what went down:

The Flip: OpenAI will let verified adults access erotica and adult content starting in December. Altman claims they've built "new tools" that make this safe now.

The Backlash: California lawmakers are furious. "This proves AI companies will never regulate themselves," said Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan.

The Reality Check: OpenAI promises "strict age-gating," but when has age verification on the internet ever been foolproof?

The company that positioned itself as the "responsible AI" leader just pivoted to competing with AI girlfriends. Because apparently the best way to treat "adult users like adults" is giving them chatbot erotica.

The kicker? This is the same company that wouldn't let you write a vampire romance novel six months ago. [LINK]

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💾 Extra Bytes

Wikipedia is losing human readers and TikTok might be to blame [LINK]

ChatGPT helps California woman overturn unfair eviction ruling [LINK]

AT&T to raise home Internet prices by $5 starting Dec. 31, 2025 [LINK]

Microsoft wants you to talk to your PC [LINK]

Anthropic debuts Skills for Claude to make it smarter at work [LINK]

Meta to discontinue Messenger desktop apps—what you should know [LINK]

Android security flaw lets hackers steal 2FA codes and chats [LINK]

California becomes the first state to regulate AI chatbots [LINK]

ChatGPT is getting less “woke” because of a new political bias test [LINK]

📱 Gear of the Week

Eco Nova Bidet

The Eco Nova Bidet is finally making the jump from toilet paper to bidet feel like an upgrade instead of a leap of faith. This sleek bidet seat is all about transforming your bathroom routine—no more questioning if you're actually clean.

What's cool:

• ✨ Instant warm water - Tankless heating means no cold surprises

• 🦠 UV sterilization - Self-cleaning nozzle stays fresh

• 🎛️ Wireless remote - Control everything without getting up

• 💺 Heated seat - Because comfort matters

• 💡 LED nightlight - Navigate those 3am visits

• 🔧 Easy install - No plumber needed

Pricing: $699—positioned perfectly between basic models and luxury options.

The bottom line:

If you want to ditch toilet paper without breaking the bank or dealing with complicated installation, the Eco Nova should be on your radar. Looks like bathroom upgrades just got a whole lot smarter. [LINK]

⚙️ Tools

Everywhere: A context-aware AI assistant for your desktop. [LINK].

PostFast: Save 10+ hours weekly. Automate social posting. [LINK]

Taskmagic: Eliminate manual web tasks by capturing the process once with this AI-powered automation tool [LINK]

TinyFast: Fast file size reducer tool for macOS. [LINK]

Supamail: AI-powered email management app that transforms inbox chaos into organized clarity [LINK]

🤑 Deals

Grab Ocoopa hand warmers for $10 and keep your fingers toasty [LINK]

Apple AirTags bundle drops to $65 at Amazon (limited-time only) [LINK]

Score a lifetime Windows 11 Pro license for just $14.97 [LINK]

Get lifetime access to Microsoft Office for Mac for just $39.97 [LINK]

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Until next week…….

-Kevin

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