Samsung’s Exynos 5G Modem for the S26 Gets a Satellite Boost
Samsung is developing a new Exynos 5G modem with upgraded satellite communication features. This hardware is slated for the Galaxy S26 and S26+ phones in certain regions next year.
Category: Hardware
Why I’m All-In on Used Servers for My Home Lab
Used enterprise servers offer tons of cores, RAM, and expansion for a fraction of the cost. But is the hunt for parts and power bill worth it? Here’s a hands-on take.
Samsung’s 2026 Monitors: 6K, 1,040Hz, and Glasses-Free 3D
Samsung has unveiled its 2026 Odyssey gaming monitor lineup, headlined by a 6K glasses-free 3D display and a competitive model hitting a claimed 1,040 Hz. The five new models will be shown at CES 2026 in Las Vegas from January 6-9. This is a major push to maintain Samsung’s lead in high-refresh-rate
Linux 6.19 Gives Old AMD GPUs a Huge 30% Speed Boost
A driver transition in the Linux 6.19 kernel is breathing new life into decade-old AMD graphics cards. Benchmarks show the Radeon HD 7950 gets a staggering 30% performance uplift by moving to the modern AMDGPU driver.
Windows Handhelds to Surge Past 1.7 Million Units by 2026
The market for Windows-based handheld gaming PCs is about to get a massive AI-powered boost. According to new research, shipments are forecast to grow by over 50% year-over-year, hitting 1.7 million units in 2026.
Intel’s Panther Lake CPUs Are Already Showing Up In Linux Code
Intel’s next-generation Panther Lake processors are already getting software support, long before launch. New Linux driver code reveals plans for up to 13 different mobile configurations.
This “Invisibility Cloak” Could Shield Your MRI From Magnetic Chaos
A new concept for a magnetic cloaking device could make sensitive equipment practically invisible to disruptive magnetic fields. The design works for any shape, not just simple spheres, but it relies on supercold superconductors.
Nvidia’s Blackwell Ultra AI servers are about to go absolutely nuts
According to a new report, Nvidia’s Blackwell Ultra GB300 AI servers are set to dominate hyperscaler orders in 2026. Shipments are forecast to skyrocket by 129% year-over-year. This massive ramp signals the next phase of the AI infrastructure arms race.
Data Centers Are Being Built in the Wrong Places
Nearly 9,000 data centers exist globally, with a third expected to be in overly hot climates by 2030. This is driving up cooling costs and pushing companies to consider radical ideas like space-based facilities.
Moore Threads Throws Its Hat In The AI PC Ring With New Chip
Moore Threads has unveiled its new Yangtze AI SoC, designed to compete in the booming AI PC market. The chip features an 8-core CPU, a 50 TOPS NPU, and support for up to 64GB of fast memory.