A new benchmark pits NVIDIA’s proprietary 580 Linux driver against the open-source Nouveau stack for graphics cards from the aging GTX 980 to the new RTX 5080. The results highlight a major driver support gap for Maxwell and Pascal GPUs. This comes as NVIDIA’s latest 590 driver series drops support
NVIDIA is reportedly developing a new software service that uses GPU telemetry to track the physical location of its high-end AI chips. The “attestation” feature, first coming to Blackwell GPUs, aims to help data center operators and potentially U.S. authorities monitor where these powerful processo
Samsung is adding a clever new feature to its upcoming Galaxy Z TriFold. By connecting to a PC, the massive unfolded screen can function as a portable secondary display.
Lenovo is reportedly working on a gaming laptop with a rollable OLED screen that can stretch from a standard size to an ultrawide 21:9 panel. The Legion Pro Rollable is targeting a debut in early 2026, likely at CES, and will pack Intel Core Ultra and Nvidia RTX 50-series hardware.
Apple is reportedly planning two game-changing Macs for 2026. A budget-friendly $599 model aims at Chromebook buyers, while a redesigned M6 MacBook Pro may finally add a touchscreen.
Toyota is tapping Wolfspeed for silicon carbide power components in its new EVs. This deal highlights the critical role of advanced semiconductors in enabling faster charging and longer range. It’s a big win for a key player in the SiC materials space.
According to a new report, the U.S. PC market is on track for 4% growth in 2025 despite recent quarterly declines. The consumer segment grew 8% last quarter. But analysts warn a severe memory chip shortage and skyrocketing DRAM prices could make 2026 a brutal year for new PC builds.
Early benchmarks for Intel’s upcoming Panther Lake flagship, the Core Ultra X9 388H, have leaked. The chip shows a 15% single-core gain over its predecessor and trades blows with AMD’s Ryzen AI Max+ 395.
Microsoft has quietly published updated guidance clarifying the differences between Office 2024 and Microsoft 365. The key trade-off is perpetual license vs. ongoing updates and AI features. The document highlights a notable limitation for family plans.
Advantech is centering its next-generation edge platforms on AMD’s EPYC Embedded processors. The move targets demanding workloads like real-time medical imaging and enterprise AI that require high-core counts and massive I/O.
