The latest FreeBSD 15.0 release candidate has made a tough call, removing the KDE desktop from its installation media due to size. Meanwhile, over in the DragonFlyBSD camp, a key storage driver update promises better performance for virtual machines.
Intel’s latest AI Playground software update appears to have leaked a major new GPU. The guide references an unnamed Arc GPU with a massive 32 GB of VRAM, sparking speculation about the upcoming Battlemage architecture.
Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z Flip8 foldable will reportedly be powered by the new Exynos 2600 chipset, continuing a shift started with the Flip7. Meanwhile, the pricier Z Fold8 is said to be sticking with a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor.
Microsoft is rolling out a new “Ask Copilot” taskbar experience for business users in its latest Windows 11 Insider build. The feature is designed for those with Microsoft 365 Copilot licenses and aims to be a single entry point for AI assistance. It’s starting with a gradual rollout to U.S. Insider
Samsung has announced its Exynos 2600 processor, built on a cutting-edge 2-nanometer manufacturing process. This could give its upcoming phones a performance and efficiency edge, but a regional chip split might still be in the cards.
In a stunning strategic shift, Trump Media is merging with fusion power company TAE Technologies. The $6 billion deal aims to create a publicly traded fusion energy giant, with plans to start building a power plant in 2026.
The data center industry is shifting from just cooling its massive heat output to actually reusing it. Recent studies show promising tech like adsorption chillers and Organic Rankine Cycles can turn waste heat into a resource, cutting costs and carbon.
According to new leaks, Lenovo is working on a radical gaming laptop with a screen that extends horizontally. The so-called Legion Pro Rollable could feature top-tier specs, but at a sky-high price. It’s expected to debut next month.
According to AppleInsider, 2027 could see Apple releasing six or seven distinct iPhone models annually. The year might also bring an OLED-screened iMac, a potential iMac Pro with M6 Max, and two new low-cost MacBooks.
Major investments are finally improving FreeBSD’s historically rough laptop experience. With over $750,000 in funding, 2025 saw key upgrades to WiFi, graphics, and power management.
