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Plugable TBT-UDH2 dock packs 140W charging and dual HDMI 2.1
May 27, 2026
Plugable’s new TBT-UDH2 Thunderbolt 5 dock skips the dongle nonsense by offering dual HDMI 2.1 ports, 140W charging, and broad compatibility.
Logitech Signature Comfort Plus adds dedicated AI key to new keyboard and mouse lineup
May 26, 2026
Logitech’s new Signature Comfort Plus lineup includes a dedicated AI key, cushioned palm support mouse, quieter typing, and Easy-Switch multi-device support.
Rhino Linux 2026.1 revives Ubuntu’s forgotten convergence dream
May 24, 2026
Rhino Linux 2026.1 adds Lomiri desktop support for x86_64 and ARM64 systems, bringing Canonical’s abandoned convergence vision back into the spotlight for Linux enthusiasts.
MX Linux 25.2 “Infinity” keeps things simple while other distros chase AI
May 24, 2026
MX Linux 25.2 “Infinity” delivers Debian 13.5 updates, newer kernels, Mesa 26, and installer improvements while staying focused on practical Linux computing.
OWC Stack AI brings Thunderbolt 5 local AI support to Windows and Linux
May 21, 2026
OWC Stack AI aims to help Windows and Linux users run larger AI models locally while reducing cloud AI costs and privacy concerns.
IBM bets $1 billion on new U.S. quantum chip foundry company Anderon
May 21, 2026
IBM is launching Anderon, a standalone quantum chip foundry company backed by a proposed $1 billion CHIPS award and another $1 billion from IBM itself. The move signals a major push to keep quantum manufacturing and innovation rooted in the United States.
Nitrux 6.1 arrives with Linux kernel 7.0.8 and major Hyprland upgrades
May 21, 2026
Nitrux 6.1.0 brings Linux kernel 7.0.8, Hyprland 0.55.1, MauiKit 4.0.3, updated KDE components, OpenRC-focused improvements, and tighter desktop integration for modern hardware.
Debian 13.5 reminds Linux users why boring distributions still win
May 16, 2026
Debian 13.5 bundles a huge collection of security updates and bug fixes, reminding Linux users why stable, reliable distributions still matter.
Googlebook combines Android, ChromeOS, and Gemini in an AI laptop platform
May 12, 2026
Googlebook is Google’s new AI-focused laptop platform that combines Android, ChromeOS, and Gemini into one heavily connected experience.
SparkyLinux 8.3 arrives with Linux kernel 6.12 LTS and updated desktop environments
May 11, 2026
SparkyLinux 8.3 “Seven Sisters” is now available with Linux kernel 6.12 LTS, updated desktop environments, refreshed Debian packages, and lightweight Linux appeal.