The Hidden Costs of Cheap Used Servers for Your Home Lab
The allure of a $100 multi-CPU server is strong for home lab enthusiasts. But proprietary parts, high power costs, and aging hardware create a pile of compromises that’s hard to justify.
Category: Hardware
Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold is a weird, wonderful tech flex
Samsung’s new Galaxy Z TriFold phone has three screens and two hinges, creating a 10-inch tablet that folds down to pocket size. It’s a technical marvel, but its high expected cost and unclear purpose make it a tough sell even for foldable fans.
Samsung’s 2nm Exynos 2600 is a huge bet on AI and thermals
Samsung has unveiled the Exynos 2600, the world’s first smartphone chip built on a 2nm process. It promises major leaps in AI performance and introduces a novel thermal solution. The chip is slated to power the Galaxy S26 series, expected in February 2026.
Samsung’s Exynos 2600 promises to fix overheating for good
Samsung has unveiled the Exynos 2600, the world’s first 2nm smartphone chip. It introduces a Heat Path Block (HPB) for better cooling and ditches the integrated modem to reduce heat. The goal is to end the throttling issues that plagued past Exynos chips.
AirPods Pro 3 Still Have That Annoying Static, Firmware Fixes Fail
Apple’s latest premium earbuds, the AirPods Pro 3, continue to be plagued by user-reported static and crackling sounds, especially with ANC on. Despite firmware updates in November (8B25) and December (8B30), the core audio issues persist, and even replacement units have the problem.
The iMac’s Future: OLED, M5 Max, and a 32-Inch Maybe
Apple’s iMac lineup is in for some big changes, but you’ll need to be patient. While a simple M5 chip update is likely next year, the exciting rumors—like a 32-inch iMac Pro or a shift to OLED—are years away and far from certain.
China’s Homegrown EUV Machine is Real and It’s Huge
According to a new report, China has developed a functional prototype of an extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography machine. The massive device, reportedly spearheaded by Huawei, is undergoing testing and uses a different technical approach than ASML’s dominant systems.
Meta’s Big VR Bet on Partners Like ASUS Just Fell Through
Meta’s plan to license its Horizon OS to partners like ASUS and Lenovo is officially dead. The company is pausing to focus on its own hardware, leaving a gap that Android XR might now fill.
German drone giant Quantum Systems buys autonomous truck startup FERNRIDE
In a major move for European autonomy, drone leader Quantum Systems is acquiring ground vehicle software firm FERNRIDE. The deal follows Quantum’s recent €3 billion valuation and aims to create a unified, cross-domain unmanned ecosystem. It highlights Germany’s growing dominance in defense and indus
Your Air Fryer Makes Better Boiled Eggs. Seriously.
According to CNET, you can ditch the pot and use your air fryer to make consistently perfect hard-boiled eggs. They claim it’s faster, with less cleanup and a lower risk of cracked shells. But is this kitchen hack all it’s cracked up to be?