Apple’s switch to its own silicon five years ago was a massive risk that redefined laptop performance and battery life. The real impact, however, is how the M-series’ unique architecture is now enabling a new wave of on-device AI applications that competitors are scrambling to match.
The original Pink Panther films starring Peter Sellers are getting a long-awaited 4K Blu-ray release. The first four movies arrive on December 30, with a fifth expected in 2026. Each new remaster includes special features from the older DVD releases.
Microsoft has officially paused its Windows Insider program for the holiday season. The final build of 2025, KB5072043, is now live, with no new previews expected until early next year.
The promise of AI in the workplace is huge, but a major skills gap persists. The solution isn’t just new hardware, but a focus on “everyday digital fluency” and building trust within organizations.
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.
KDE is making a definitive break from the old X11 display server. The upcoming Plasma 6.8 release will be Wayland-exclusive, a major milestone for the Linux desktop.
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
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.
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.
