ASUS Teases New Dual-Screen Laptops and AI PCs for CES 2026
ASUS is gearing up for a major CES 2026 reveal. The company will show off refined dual-screen Zenbooks, a rugged new creator laptop with GoPro, and a broader push into AI-powered computers.
Category: Computing
Framework’s RAM Prices Jump Again, And It’s Only Getting Worse
Framework has announced another significant price increase for its DDR5 RAM modules, citing the ongoing global memory shortage fueled by AI demand. The company warns that prices will likely continue to rise into early 2026, with the industry impact lasting until 2027.
Windows 11 File Explorer is finally getting a RAM diet
Microsoft is testing a major fix for Windows 11 File Explorer’s resource-hogging search. The update, in Insider Build 26220.7523, consolidates duplicate indexing to cut RAM and CPU use. It could make searches twice as fast when it rolls out to everyone by late January or February 2026.
Microsoft’s 2025 Quantum Computer is a Science Controversy
Microsoft’s 2025 quantum computer announcement has split the scientific community. The company claims a breakthrough with error-resistant topological qubits, but critics and even the journal Nature say the evidence isn’t there yet.
Why I’m Automating My Entire Home Network with Ansible
A home lab enthusiast is solving the problem of forgotten fixes and network drift by automating their entire Ubiquiti setup with Ansible. They’re building a repository of playbooks to handle everything from VLANs to firewall rules, ensuring disaster recovery is just a script away. The approach treat
Bored with tech? Linux might be your cure.
A tech journalist argues that the current focus on social media and AI can leave tech enthusiasts feeling empty. He found that Linux offers a more participatory, creative, and genuinely social alternative to passive consumption.
Intel’s Linux Wi-Fi Project Hits a Pause, APX Support Coming
Intel has announced a hiatus for its open-source IWD Wi-Fi daemon development. At the same time, the company is preparing KVM to support its new Advanced Performance Extensions (APX) for future CPUs.
Big Tech’s AI Arms Race Hits India With a $67.5B Bang
The AI spending frenzy is going global, with India as the latest battleground. Meanwhile, Nvidia is quietly absorbing key talent from AI chip rival Groq.
Linux Might Finally Get Its Own Version of Windows’ Modern Standby
A new patch series proposes a “runtime standby” ABI for the Linux kernel, allowing hardware to appear asleep while still performing background tasks. This brings Linux closer to the user experience of Microsoft Windows’ “Modern Standby” feature. The changes would let userspace trigger firmware notif
Apple’s 50th Birthday in 2026: A Product “Banquet” is Coming
Apple’s 50th anniversary in 2026 is shaping up to be a massive year for product launches. According to a new report, we can expect everything from a foldable iPhone to OLED Macs and even more affordable models. The company is using this milestone to solidify its future in both consumer and business