Ubuntu Pro provides extended security maintenance for up to 15 years and live kernel patching without reboots. For most home users, it’s an optional perk, but veteran home labbers might find real value in its stability guarantees.
Nokia is betting big on AI and data center switching, but CEO Justin Hotard warns it’s a slow ramp. While optical networking grew 17%, overall profits fell and the core mobile business is struggling for growth.
Corsair has launched a high-end gaming keyboard with an integrated Elgato Stream Deck. The GALLEON 100 SD features 12 LCD keys, two rotary dials, and a built-in display. It’s available globally for €349.99.
Apple just reported its fiscal Q1 2026 results, which cover the holiday period ending December 27, 2025. The company posted record revenue of $143.8 billion, driven by “unprecedented” demand for the iPhone 17 series.
CNBC’s Jim Cramer argues investors shouldn’t write off tech hyperscalers like Microsoft after one disappointing quarter, pointing to Meta’s rebound and Alphabet’s turnaround as proof. The market’s narrative on AI winners changes constantly, and patience is key.
Samsung is targeting the compact AI workstation market with its new PM9E1 SSD. It squeezes 4TB of capacity and PCIe 5.0 speeds into a tiny M.2 2242 form factor, promising optimized performance for AI workloads.
Microsoft’s record AI investment collided with slowing Azure growth and soft profit guidance, sparking a massive sell-off. The software giant’s stock plunged 12%, dragging major indexes down and pushing the software sector into bear market territory as investors questioned the payoff.
Vivaldi’s latest browser update, version 7.8, is all about productivity with a new tab tiling system. It’s a direct move to offer more control and fewer distractions compared to AI-heavy competitors.
Desktop as a Service (DaaS) has made radical improvements, becoming a more compelling alternative to traditional VDI and PC management. The key shift is moving the infrastructure burden from your data center to the cloud provider’s.
The i3 window manager automatically tiles every window, eliminating overlap and mouse shuffling. It’s a keyboard-driven productivity boost, but requires a steep learning curve and manual configuration.
