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14+ min ago (143+ words) It was a busy start of December for KDE Plasma developers in working out several hardware fixes for the current Plasma 6.5 series while also working on new Plasma 6.6 features like the per-DRM-plane color pipelines... - Categories Computers Display Drivers Graphics Cards Linux Gaming Memory Motherboards Processors Software Storage Operating Systems Peripherals KDE Plasma 6.6 Supporting Per-DRM-Plane Color Pipelines, More Hardware Quirks/Fixes Michael Larabel is the principal author of Phoronix.com and founded the site in 2004 with a focus on enriching the Linux hardware experience. Michael has written more than 20,000 articles covering the state of Linux hardware support, Linux performance, graphics drivers, and other topics. Michael is also the lead developer of the Phoronix Test Suite, Phoromatic, and OpenBenchmarking.org automated benchmarking software. He can be followed via Twitter, LinkedIn, or contacted via MichaelLarabel.com....

23+ min ago (1388+ words) As a gateway drug into a lifetime of ever-more capable, ever-more expensive passive loudspeakers, the Dali Kupid are very hard indeed to argue with. Vigorous, entertaining and punchy sound Good looks and plenty of different finishes Take a fair amount of running in Dali may have been concentrating on the loftier parts of the audio market lately with its various loudspeaker and headphone product launches, but with the Kupid it wants you to know it hasn't abandoned the entry level. The company has had plenty of success with its affordable speaker ranges before now, and it wants to bring those days back. The DALI Kupid standmount loudspeakers launched in October 2025, and in the United Kingdom they cost "299 per pair. In Australia they're a predictable AU$599, while in the United States they cost a slightly less predictable $599. The American market is…...

28+ min ago (631+ words) Major OEMs have prepared 20% price hikes as the AI memory shortage has cannibalized consumer supply, forcing a market-wide cost reset. Escaping the confines of the data center, the server DRAM shortage fueled by the artificial intelligence boom is now hitting consumer wallets. Major PC manufacturers Dell and Lenovo are reportedly preparing to hike prices by 15-20% as early as mid-December. Driven by an industry-wide pivot toward high-margin High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) for AI accelerators, production capacity for standard DDR5 RAM is evaporating. With component costs surging 70% year-over-year, brands are moving quickly to protect margins before 2026. Lenovo is taking a different but equally severe approach to the crisis. Rather than a simple percentage hike, the company has reportedly issued formal notices to clients stating that all current price quotations will expire on January 1, 2026. A local-first browser extension that centralizes your prompts and chains…...

43+ min ago (520+ words) indiatoday.in is the leading Indian news website specialising in the fastest breaking news that ensures the most reliable news coverage in English. It provides readers with the full spectrum of news of India and the world along with every significant information related to everyday life. iPhone Fold tipped to be e-SIM only, here is what buyers in India can expect Apple's first foldable iPhone is expected to launch without a physical SIM slot. According to the latest rumour, the iPhone Fold will adopt an eSIM-only design globally. Apple's first foldable iPhone has been floating in the rumour mill for what feels like ages, but fresh whispers from China are giving us a clearer picture of what to expect, and one particular detail is already stirring conversation. According to a new leak, the much-anticipated iPhone Fold might ditch the physical…...

51+ min ago (443+ words) With global smartphone performance pushing ever higher, sometimes "flagship" doesn't have to mean "expensive." With the OnePlus 15R arriving in the global market soon, the budget flagship segment is heating up with another impressive release. From flagship grade hardware to a super smooth display, here's a full breakdown of what looks good and what you should watch out for. Under the hood, the OnePlus 15R carries the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. It is one of the first models to feature this chipset, which sits right below Qualcomm's latest and greatest, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. In terms of overall performance, it is quite similar to last year's Snapdragon 8 Elite. A recent GeekBench listing has even confirmed 12GB of RAM. The Chinese brand may even offer a 16GB top end variant and the fast UFS 4.1 storage as well. With OnePlus' focus shifting towards powerful value flagships, the OnePlus…...

53+ min ago (336+ words) Aluminum OS is coming, but do we really need another desktop platform? Maybe Google should double down on its existing interoperability push. But my question remains: is it even worth the time and investment? Maybe Google has a grand plan for its future where Aluminum OS fits the puzzle so perfectly that everyone goes crazy for it " you know, like people lining up outside Apple Stores days before the iPhone launch back in the day. But from my vantage point, just let it go, Google. More effort in that direction would lead to better general adoption, too, as people will make do with their existing hardware instead of buying new machines just because they have a flashy-new Aluminum OS. It's low barrier and low friction, which could actually prove to be a win-win that Google actually needs right now to…...

53+ min ago (482+ words) Kaitlyn is a Senior Writer at Android Authority with an acute focus on wearables. Specifically, she covers the development and launch of wearable technologies in the health and fitness market, including fitness trackers, smartwatches, smart rings, and most anything else you can wear. She critically reviews products from leading companies such as Samsung, Google, Garmin, and Apple, closely monitoring the impacts of these technologies on their respective users. From finely combing the tiles of Wear OS to trialing the advanced tracking metrics of a Garmin running watch, Kaitlyn is fluent in all things wrist-based and beyond. Her expertise in the technology sphere comes from hours of pouring over manuals and tinkering with the latest devices." Kaitlyn graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 2012. A seasoned journalist with more than a decade of experience, she was the managing editor of…...

53+ min ago (800+ words) Updated Dec. 6 with more details of release date and pricing, panel thicknesses and comparisons to other thin and folding phones. The next Samsung smartphone has been revealed. The Galaxy Z TriFold is a folding phone with two hinges so its internal screen opens out to be the size of a 10-inch tablet. Here's when it will arrive and how much it'll cost, plus details of why it's different from other rival folding and super-thin phones. Oh, and whether TriFold is the right name. That's the date that the new phone will go on sale. But there's a catch: it's in South Korea only, where it will be available to view from Dec. 9 in 20 stores. It will be available more widely, but no date has yet been attached. "Samsung Electronics will launch the 'Galaxy Z Trifold' in Korea on the 12th and…...

54+ min ago (265+ words) TL;DR: A Grade A refurbished MacBook Air M1 (2020) that still handles everyday tasks beautifully is just $399.99 (MSRP $999). Not every laptop needs to be the latest, flashiest, top-spec machine on the market. Sometimes, what you really want is something that simply works " smoothly, quietly, and reliably " for the everyday tasks that make up most of your digital life. It's the ideal choice for anyone looking for a dependable everyday laptop, a secondary home computer, or a travel-friendly device they don't have to stress over bringing on the go. Powered by Apple's M1 chip, this 2020 model marked a major leap forward in performance compared to older Intel-based MacBooks. The 8-core CPU powers through multitasking with ease, while the 8-core GPU delivers smooth visuals for creative apps and casual gaming. The 13.3-inch Retina display offers sharp, vibrant visuals that make everything from spreadsheets to…...

54+ min ago (149+ words) Splurge on Bose's newest headphones if noise cancellation and spatial audio are your main priorities. Sony's latest flagship cans come with remarkable ANC, stellar sound, and various high-end features that elevate the listening experience. As of right now, only two models matter when discussing the best noise-canceling headphones: the Bose QuietComfort Ultra (Gen 2) and Sony WH-1000xM6." Both are considered the market's top options for elite active noise cancellation in over-ear form. The two entries are also very expensive, though I doubt pricing matters if you're committed to reading this in-depth comparison. Your mind is likely set on purchasing one or the other. So, which is the better investment? Let's find out. Winner: Bose QC Ultra (Gen 2) Read our full review of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra (Gen 2). Read our full review of the Sony WH-1000xM6....