Linux Scheduler Adapted For A Latency Win & Avoiding An RT Deadlock
A patch series for the Linux kernel scheduler code is queued up for expected introduction in Linux 6.18 to defer throttle when tasks exit to user-space. These changes to switch the scheduler to a task-based throttle model and task-based throttle time a...
2025-09-03 06:31
Linux Sees Fresh Fixes For PCMCIA PC Card Support In 2025
It's not too often hearing PCMCIA these days as that defunct PC card standard for laptops from the 90's and early 00's. Back in 2023 Linux began dropping old PCMCIA drivers from the kernel while coming as a surprise today are some clean-ups for the Per...
2025-09-03 06:12
Improved Intel Vulkan Video Code Merged For Mesa 25.3
Merged overnight to Mesa 25.3 is an improvement for the Intel driver's Vulkan Video encode/decode handling that has been in the works the past few months...
2025-09-03 05:57
Google avoids Chrome breakup in antitrust case, but must end exclusive deals and share data
A US District Court has issued its final ruling in the DOJ's antitrust case against Google. The judgment blocks Google from entering exclusive distribution contracts. Read more...
2025-09-03 03:58
8TB Samsung 9100 PRO SSD is now available for preorder
Samsung is expanding its flagship SSD lineup with the 8TB 9100 PRO SSD, which is now available for preorder with a hefty price tag. Read more...
2025-09-03 03:20
Conquer the skyscraper-sized hive Lords in Helldivers 2’s latest update
Helldivers 2's new Into the Unjust update has added several new enemies, but Hive Lords — gigantic armored worm bosses — are the nastiest of the bunch.
2025-09-02 22:45
Helldivers 2's new Terminid Hive Lord worms are skyscraper-sized boss fights so terrifying any diver would s**t their pants — here's how to kill them
Helldivers 2's new Into the Unjust update has added several new enemies, but Hive Lords — gigantic armored worm bosses — are the nastiest of the bunch.
2025-09-02 22:45
Google Antitrust Ruling Brings Relief for Mozilla
U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta has ruled that Google can continue to pay browser companies like Mozilla to make it the default search engine. The decision in what has been a highly-anticipated antitrust case stops short of forcing Google to sell off it...
2025-09-02 22:43
Google Can Pay Mozilla for Firefox Search Deal in Antitrust Ruling
U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta has ruled that Google can continue to pay browser companies like Mozilla to make it the default search engine. The decision in what has been a highly-anticipated antitrust case stops short of forcing Google to sell off it...
2025-09-02 22:43
Google Can Keep Paying for Firefox Search Deal, Judge Rules
United States District Judge Amit Mehta has ruled that Google can continue to pay other companies, including browser makers like Mozilla, to be their default search engine. This ruling comes as part of the remedies phase in United States v. Google LLC,...
2025-09-02 22:43
You may soon be able to watch Instagram Reels in picture-in-picture mode
In a new test, Meta is letting select users keep watching Instagram Reels as a floating window on their devices even after they close the app. Here’s what it looks like. more…
2025-09-02 22:42
Why Perfect Dark’s near‑rescue by Take‑Two fell through
A new report claims that Xbox's canceled Perfect Dark reboot was almost revived by Take-Two Interactive
2025-09-02 22:38
Reinventing the Web: How Microsoft and Cloudflare plan to transform search engines
With NLWeb and AutoRAG, Microsoft and Cloudflare want to make websites act like AI apps, delivering direct answers to people and agents while challenging Google’s dominance
2025-09-02 22:32
Microsoft and Cloudflare want to reinvent the web — and leave Google behind
With NLWeb and AutoRAG, Microsoft and Cloudflare want to make websites act like AI apps, delivering direct answers to people and agents while challenging Google’s dominance
2025-09-02 22:32
Microsoft engineer found dead at Silicon Valley campus — sparks renewed debate over tech burnout
Microsoft engineer Pratik Pandey, 35, was found dead at the company’s Silicon Valley campus. His family believes overwork played a role, sparking renewed concerns over burnout, layoffs, and the demanding work culture in tech.
2025-09-02 22:15
You can now shop what you see using Amazon's Lens Live
Amazon is adding Lens Live, a real-time feature that lets you point your phone at objects and instantly find matching products. Read more...
2025-09-02 22:14
9to5Mac Daily: September 2, 2025 – New AirPods Pro health features?
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by ...
2025-09-02 22:13