HeyWhatsNew: Rockstar Pushes GTA 6 to 2026 and Google Maps Adds AI-Powered Map Projects
Hey, Heyuppers! It’s been an exciting week in the world of tech, innovation, and gaming. Let’s take a look at what’s been making waves since November 10, 2025.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus Returns with a Bold New Look
The Galaxy S26 Plus is back after rumors claimed Samsung had shelved it for a thinner Edge model. New renders from OnLeaks via Android Headlines give us a first glimpse of what to expect, showing a familiar yet refreshed design with a new raised camera island that adds a more premium touch. At around 7.35 mm thick, it stays close to the S25 Plus in size, suggesting Samsung is stepping away from the ultra-thin trend it started earlier this year.
It’s been a rollercoaster for Samsung’s flagship lineup, with leaks hinting at several models that may never see the light of day. For now, it looks like Samsung is keeping things simple with the S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra. Still, there’s a glimmer of hope for fans of slimmer phones, as reports mention a “More Slim” Edge variant that might arrive later. We’ll likely find out more when the S26 lineup launches in early 2026.
Google Maps Unveils AI Tools to Build Interactive Projects
Google Maps just rolled out a wave of new AI-powered tools designed to make creating custom, interactive map projects easier than ever. Using Google’s Gemini models, the new builder agent lets users describe what they want in plain text, such as “create a Street View tour” or “map pet-friendly hotels,” and instantly generates the code for it. You can then preview, export, and tweak the project in Firebase Studio. There’s even a styling agent that helps customize maps to match specific themes or brand colors.
For developers, Google is also launching an MCP server that connects AI assistants directly to Maps’ technical documentation, making it easier to get instant answers about API usage. Other updates include “Grounding Lite,” which helps AI assistants pull real-world data like nearby grocery stores, and “Contextual View,” a low-code feature that adds visuals such as 3D map displays.
Dundee and US Surgeons Perform World-First Robotic Stroke Surgery
Innovation in medicine just hit a new milestone. Surgeons from the University of Dundee and the US have successfully performed what’s thought to be the world’s first remote stroke surgery using a robot. Professor Iris Grunwald carried out a clot-removal procedure, called a thrombectomy, from Dundee, while neurosurgeon Ricardo Hanel repeated the same operation from Florida, more than 6,400 kilometers away. Using advanced robotics from Lithuanian company Sentante, the procedure showed that you no longer need a specialist in the same hospital—or even the same country—to get life-saving care.
The team is calling it a potential game changer, particularly for patients in remote areas where access to stroke specialists can be limited. With ultra-fast connectivity powered by Nvidia and Ericsson, the robot replicated every movement of the surgeons in real time with only a blink-of-an-eye delay. The breakthrough brings us closer to a future where expert stroke care could be available anywhere, anytime.
GTA 6 Delayed Again, Rockstar Promises the Game Players “Deserve”
Rockstar Games has pushed back the release of GTA 6, now aiming for Thursday, November 19, 2026. The studio apologized for the delay but said the extra time will make it worth the wait. “We are sorry for adding additional time to what we realize has been a long wait, but these extra months will allow us to finish the game with the level of polish you have come to expect and deserve,” Rockstar said. Fans can still look forward to exploring the vast state of Leonida and revisiting a modern-day Vice City. Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick reassured players that the delay won’t go any further, calling the game “an unrivalled blockbuster entertainment experience.”
Battlefield 6 Patch Finally Fixes the Hilarious Drone Glitch
Battlefield 6 players won’t be hitching a ride on drones for much longer. EA’s latest patch, Update 1.1.1.5, finally puts an end to the infamous sledgehammer drone glitch. The bug lets players smack friendly drones and ride them to hard-to-reach spots, giving snipers an unfair edge. While it made for some funny moments, it also caused real gameplay headaches—and the fix goes live on November 11, 2025.
The update also tackles other long-standing issues. Lock-Guided Missiles on Infantry Fighting Vehicles now respond correctly to countermeasures, weapon aiming has been smoothed out, and vehicle spawns, map glitches, and challenge progressions have all been fixed. With these tweaks, Battlefield 6 feels fairer and more polished, letting players dive back into battles without worrying about quirky exploits getting in the way.
That wraps up this week’s top stories, Heyuppers. Stay tuned for more updates, surprises, and trends from the world of tech and gaming next week.
