What the nerds are reading…
Is Linux Mint burning out? Developers consider longer release cycle
February 11, 2026
Linux Mint developers are considering a longer development cycle, arguing that frequent releases limit ambition. But is this really about innovation, or is it about sustainability and bandwidth?
Joanna Stern’s exit from The Wall Street Journal is a shock, and a sign of the times
February 5, 2026
Joanna Stern’s decision to leave The Wall Street Journal sounds upbeat on the surface, but the timing raises deeper questions about traditional media, independence, and why top tech journalists are choosing to go it alone.
MX Linux 25.1 Infinity ISOs arrive with dual-init support and updated Debian kernels
January 19, 2026
MX Linux 25.1 Infinity is now available, landing just one week after the beta and officially bringing back dual-init support with systemd and sysvinit on the same ISO. The release is based on Debian 13.3, ships updated Linux kernels, refreshes AHS graphics stacks, and restores one of MX Linux’s most distinctive features without forcing existing users to change their setups.
StarTech.com’s Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station turns your laptop into a makeshift desktop
January 16, 2026
StarTech.com’s Thunderbolt 5 dock is designed to turn a modern laptop into a makeshift desktop, with triple 4K displays, fast wired networking, and enough power delivery to replace a traditional workstation setup.
Satechi Slim EX Series brings cross-device keyboards and mouse
January 8, 2026
Satechi is launching a Slim EX keyboard and mouse lineup built for people juggling Macs, Linux laptops, PCs, and iPads. The new gear works across platforms, offers long battery life, and includes user-replaceable batteries to keep accessories alive longer. Pricing starts at $29.99.
Satechi unveils Thunderbolt 5 CubeDock with SSD Enclosure
January 6, 2026
Satechi’s Thunderbolt 5 CubeDock is built for people who want their desk to just work. With massive bandwidth, real power delivery, and built in NVMe storage, it shows what Thunderbolt 5 docks should look like.
OWC launches bus-powered 8TB Thunderbolt 5 Envoy Ultra SSD
January 5, 2026
Other World Computing has unveiled the first and only 8TB bus powered Thunderbolt 5 SSD, bringing internal level speeds and massive capacity to a rugged portable drive.
Is elementary OS 8.1 the Linux alternative Windows 11 users have been waiting for?
December 22, 2025
Elementary OS 8.1 is now available, and it raises a real question for PC users frustrated with Windows 11. Is this the Linux desktop that finally makes switching feel safe, calm, and practical?
4MLinux 50.0 rolls out as the latest version of the minimalist distro
November 30, 2025
4MLinux 50.0 brings upgraded webcam support, classic utilities, new games, and full self reproducibility in a lightweight Linux package.
Satechi’s new OntheGo 7-in-1 Multiport Adapter packs a full workstation in your pocket
November 13, 2025
Satechi’s new OntheGo 7-in-1 Multiport Adapter brings serious connectivity to the road with seven ports, 100W USB-C power, and MagSafe support.