A critical fix is landing in Linux 6.19-rc5 to resolve a regression that broke the open-source Nouveau driver for newer NVIDIA GPUs. The issue, which caused boot freezes on hardware like the GeForce RTX 50 “Blackwell” series, stemmed from a problematic firmware allocation patch. Developer David Airl
The hype for AI-powered Copilot PCs is crashing into reality. Major PC makers like Dell are already backing off the “AI-first” message because, frankly, consumers just don’t get it.
According to a ZDNet analysis, the end of Windows 10 support is accelerating a shift to Linux. The author, who has tested hundreds of distros, highlights six specific contenders ready to capture new users in the coming year, focusing on reliability, familiarity, and ease of use.
According to a piece on XDA-Developers, the initial thrill of self-hosting fades fast. The real challenge is the relentless maintenance, security upkeep, and the hidden “time tax” that turns a hobby into a part-time job.
The next Wi-Fi generation, officially IEEE 802.11bn, is prioritizing rock-solid connections over headline speed boosts. While MediaTek has announced chips and Asus has a pre-standard router, the full standard won’t be finalized until 2028. The real promise is in features like Co-SR and Co-BF to cut
Finding a decent gaming laptop under $1,000 is a minefield. Wired cuts through the noise, naming the only three models worth considering and breaking down exactly what specs you should accept—and what you’ll have to compromise on.
Apple is running a second test of its Background Security Improvement feature in the latest iOS 26.3 and macOS Tahoe 26.3 betas. The system aims to deliver critical patches for Safari and system libraries without a full software update, replacing the older Rapid Security Response system.
Anthropic has released Claude Code 2.1.0, a major update packed with over 1,000 commits. The release targets power users building autonomous AI agents and complex workflows, adding features like agent lifecycle hooks and session teleportation. It comes as developers on X are praising the tool, with
Bitfarms has completed its strategic exit from Latin America by selling its 70MW energy site in Paraguay for $30 million. The company is now focusing 100% on high-performance computing and AI data centers in the US and Canada.
Apple is using on-device AI to reduce the friction of creating tasks. The new feature in Reminders scans selected text for actions and dates, promising to save time. But it has some significant hardware and language limitations.
