Brad Linder

GEEKOM A9 Max 2026 Edition brings a modest spec bump (top tier model now has a Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 chip with slightly better AI & CPU performance than the HX 370... which is still what lower-priced models ship with). #GEEKOM #GEEKOMA9Max #AMDGorgonPoint https://www.geekompc.com/geekom-a9-max-mini-pc/

Another way of looking at this, like a lot of recent new tech products, one could ask whether the Googlebook platform is designed to meet users' needs... or Googles's? And if it's the latter, will anyone buy it? https://www.theverge.com/report/929374/google-googlebook-laptops-aluminium-os-questions-concerns-ai-gemini #Googlebook #Google #AI

The PinePower V2 is a 165W desktop power supply with a lot of features... but the current batch of units has an unfixable error that displays 0V output when charging under some circumstances. It'll be fixed in the next batch. https://social.treehouse.systems/@pine64/116560984107305359 #Pine64 #PinePowerV2 #PinePower

Carbon Pi Slate is a Raspberry Pi 5-powered handheld computer with a 5 inch, 720p display, RGB backlit thumb keyboard, 10,000 mah battery, and support for low-profile HATs. Available now for $299 (barebones) or $449 and up (with an RPi 5). https://www.cnx-software.com/2026/05/11/pi-slate-a-raspberry-pi-5-handheld-linux-cyberdeck-with-a-5-inch-1920x720-touchscreen-display/ #RaspberryPi5 #CarbonComputers #CarbonyPiSlate

Leaked pictures of an upcoming Logitech mouse show a device that folds in half for portability, while looking a bit like a Surface Arc Mouse when unfolded. There's a touch area between buttons instead of a scroll wheel. https://winfuture.de/news,158606.html #Logitech #Mouse

End to end encryption for RCS messages between Android and iOS devices is now rolling out to iPhones running iOS 26.5 on supported cellular networks. https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/platforms/android/android-ios-end-to-end-encrypted-rcs-messaging/ #RCS #Encryption #iOS #Android #GoogleMessages

Microsoft is rolling out a preview of new Windows 11 precision touchpad settings including support for adjusting zoom/scroll speed, enabling auto-scrolling (without lifting a finger), and a single-finger scrolling gesture. https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2026/05/08/announcing-new-builds-for-8-may-2026/ #Windows #Touchpad #PrecisionTouchpad

Qualcomm introduces Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 and Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 chips for mid-range phones, with the latter offering "up to 43% faster app launches" and "77% improved GPU performance" with support for 90 fps gaming. https://www.qualcomm.com/news/releases/2026/05/qualcomm-unveils-two-new-snapdragon-mobile-platforms--delivering #qualcomm #Snapdragon6Gen5 #Snapdragon4Gen5

Valve has pushed back the release date for its Steam Machine game console/mini PC, but The Verge is reading the tea leaves of shipping manifests to make an educated guess that Valve has started bringing new hardware into the country (whether it's ready for sale or not). https://www.theverge.com/news/923461/valve-steam-machine-frame-deck-import-records-may-2026 #Valve #SteamMachine #SteamDeck #SteamFrame

The Typeframe PS-85 is an open source cyberdeck with a Raspberry Pi Zero 2W, a 40% keyboard, and a retro-futuristic look (and keycap stickers) inspired by the Alien movies. Designed by the same person as the Typeframe PX-88 portable computer. https://www.typeframe.net/docs/ps-85 #TypeFrame #TypeFramePS85 #CyberDeck #Alien #JeffMerrick

Most USB-C cables look the same, which makes it hard to know if they support 480 Mbps or 80 Gbps speeds or 2.5W or 240W charging. This open source macOS describes what a cable connected to your computer can actually do. https://boingboing.net/2026/05/05/whatcable-tells-you-what-that-usb-c-cable-is-good-for.html #USBC #USBTypeC #WhatCable #macOS

Leaked Google Pixel 11 series specs suggest that entry-level models will have less RAM than their Pixel 10 counterparts, as well as smaller batteries. But expect screen & camera upgrades. Take this with a grain of salt until Google confirms though. https://t.me/mysticleaks/163 #Pixel11 #Pixel11Pro #Pixel11ProXL #Pixel11ProFold #RAMageddon

Prolific gadget leaker Evan Blass announces he's retiring the @evleaks account, which has broken news about many, many upcoming devices over the years, citing the difficulty making a living as a leaker & the need to manage a chronic health condition. https://x.com/evleaks/status/2050642767429148686 #evleaks #EvanBlass

The Fairphone 3, which was released in 2019, gets its final security update in June, 2026. Official support ends in August, but /e/OS plans to offer 2 more years of support for users that install the alternate Google-free Android OS. https://murena.com/your-fairphone-3-isnt-obsolete-heres-what-to-do-when-android-support-ends/ #Murena #eOS #Fairphone #Fairphone3

Motorola's 2026 razr line of flip phones bring small spec bumps and big price bumps for the new razr, razr+ and razr Ultra, which now start at $800, $1100, and $1500, respectively. https://9to5google.com/2026/04/29/motorola-razr-2026-whats-new-not-much/ #Motorola #razr #RazrPlus #RazrUltra

Updates to Windows Update will let users setup a new PC more quickly by skipping updates on first startup, pause updates indefinitely, and shut down or restart a PC without updating even when updates are available. https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2026/04/24/your-windows-update-experience-just-got-updated/ #WindowsUpdate #Microsoft #Windows

MediaTek's new Dimensity 7450/X chips have the same CPU and GPU as their 7400/X predecessors, but bring a new modem for better performance & efficiency and also promise a slight boost in AI performance. https://www.gsmarena.com/mediatek_announces_dimensity_7450_and_7450x_with_minor_connectivity_upgrades-news-72565.php #MediaTek #Dimensity7450 #Dimensity7450X

Things I learned today: E Ink writing tablet maker reMarkable is laying off 200 people, or about 40% of its 500 person workforce. Also: reMarkable was a big enough company to employ 500 people (until now). https://e24.no/naeringsliv/i/ExboXl/remarkable-kutter-opptil-200-ansatte #reMarkable #reMarkableTablet

The new Amazon Fire TV Ethernet Adapter is the first with a USB-C port and Gigabit Ethernet... but since it's USB 2.0, it will actually be limited to less than 480 Mbps speed (which is still better than the 10/100 on older models). https://www.aftvnews.com/amazon-upgrades-to-gigabit-with-its-new-fire-tv-ethernet-adapter-but-theres-a-catch/ #AmazonFireTV #AmazonFireTVEthernetAdapter

Asus may have hit pause on its smartphone business this year, but the company appears to have a new tablet on the way, with a 12.2 inch, 144 Hz OLED display, Dolby Atmos sound, and a slim & light design. https://www.androidheadlines.com/asus-pad #AsusPad #AndroidTablet #Asus

Lenovo Legion Y900 gaming tablet will come in 11 and 13 inch sizes, each with a 3840 x 2560 pixel, 144 Hz display with a 3:2 aspect ratio, up to 1100 nits peak brightness, and 360 Hz touch sampling rate. https://www.notebookcheck.net/Lenovo-unveils-powerful-Legion-Y900-4K-tablet-specs.1279541.0.html #Lenovo #LenovoLegionY900 #GamingTablet

The new Framework Laptop 13 Pro will ship with an Intel Panther Lake chip with up to a 16-core CPU and Intel Arc graphics, user-replaceable LPCAMM2 memory, and a larger 74 Wh battery. It's the first major redesign of Framework's 13 inch laptop. #FrameworkLaptop13Pro

Framework introduces a new one-piece haptic touchpad module for the Framework Laptop 16 (instead of 3 part), a one-piece keyboard, a new Ryzen AI 5 340 mainboard option, and a 10 Gigabit Ethernet module (made with a partner). #FrameworkLaptop16 #FrameworkLaptop #ModularPC

Report: Microsoft plans to launch Surface tablets & laptops with Intel Panther Lake chips this spring, and models with Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 chips this summer. The Surface Laptop is also getting an OLED display option. https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/surface/microsoft-prepares-display-upgrades-and-two-stage-launch-for-new-surface-pro-and-surface-laptop-with-intel-and-snapdragon-chips-this-year #SurfaceLaptop #SurfacePro

Lenovo is expanding its Android gaming tablet lineup with two models set to join the 8.8 inch Legion Tab/Legion Y700. The Legion Y900 11 and 13 inch tablets will launch in China on May 19. https://www.notebookcheck.net/Lenovo-to-launch-two-new-Legion-Android-tablets-on-May-19.1275514.0.html #Lenovo #LenovoLegionY900 #LenovoLegionTab #LegionTab #GamingTablet

Walmart begins selling an Onn 4K Pro (2026) streaming box in some stores. The $60 Google TV streamer now comes with Gemini, Matter over Thread, and a find my remote feature. https://www.androidauthority.com/onn-4k-pro-streaming-box-2026-early-impressions-3657674/ #Onn4KPro #MediaStramer #Walmart #GoogleTV

Microsoft raises Surface Pro and Surface Laptop starting prices by $100 to $300, depending on the model. Why? Blame AI, which continues to drive up prices for RAM & storage. https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/surface/microsoft-reveals-major-price-increases-for-all-surface-pro-laptop-pcs-as-ram-crisis-continues #Surface #SurfacePro #SurfaceLaptop #Microsoft #RAMageddon

Microsoft is simplifying the Windows Insider program with an updated Beta channel & new Experimental channel (that replaces Dev & Canary) with a few advanced options. Switching channels & exiting the program is also now easier. https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2026/04/10/improving-your-windows-insider-experience/ #Windows #WindowsInsider #Microsoft

Lenovo's next Legion-branded tablet for gamers could have a larger (than 8.8 inches) screen + dual rear cameras (existing models have just one). It'll likely launch in China before expanding to other markets. https://www.notebookcheck.net/Lenovo-teases-new-Legion-gaming-tablet-with-larger-display-than-Tab-Gen-5.1271196.0.html #LegionTab #LegionTablet #Lenovo #GamingTablet

Amazon's Luna game streaming service is going all-in on the Luna Standard (Prime) & Premium subscriptions, ending 3rd-party Ubisoft+ and Jackbox subscriptions and killing a-la-cart game purchases and the BYO Library feature.https://9to5google.com/2026/04/10/amazon-luna-changes-subscription-third-party-games/ #AmazonLuna #Amazon #GameStreaming

Modular, repairable PC maker Framework is holding an event April 21 to introduce new gear. The company has raised prices several times recently due to rising RAM & storage prices, but stays committed to personal computing, with hints of something Linux-related coming soon. https://frame.work/blog/framework-next-gen-event-is-live-on-april-21 #Framework #Repairable #ModularPC

SupTronics X1208 is a $45 Raspberry Pi 5 HAT that adds an M.2 2280 slot + Li-ion battery holder & charging circuitry for use as an uninterruptible power supply (UPS). https://www.cnx-software.com/2026/04/03/suptronics-x1208-a-ups-m-2-nvme-ssd-hat-for-the-raspberry-pi-5/ #RaspberryPiHAT #RaspberryPi5 #SupTronicsX1208

ZUIKI Vividnode is a mini PC made for AI applications, with a SpacemiT K3 8-core RISC-V processor with up to 60 TOPS of AI performance and up to 32GB of RAM. Crowdfunding now in Japan for about $1065 and up. #AI #MiniPC #RISC-V #SpacemiTK3 #Crowdfunding https://linuxgizmos.com/vividnode-mobile-ai-packs-risc-v-processor-and-60-tops-ai-engine/

This CyberDeck Pi is a DIY Raspberry Pi powered handheld PC with a full-sized Raspberry Pi 5, a touchscreen display, Bluetooth keyboard, PCIe NVMe SSD, and 3 x 18650 cell batteries. #Cyberdeck #CyberDeckPi #RaspberryPi #HandheldPC https://www.reddit.com/r/raspberry_pi/comments/1sch4ny/cyberdeck_pi_nvme_version/

The $599-$699 MacBook Neo has been a huge success for Apple... but that success presents a challenge. Apple is reportedly going to run out of the A18 Pro chips used in the laptop, and producing more could cut into the company's profit margins. https://www.culpium.com/p/apple-in-talks-to-boost-mac-neo-production #MacBookNeo #AppleA18Pro #Apple

Google Chrome now supports vertical tabs (giving web pages more vertical screen space by moving the tab bar to the side of the screen) and a new full page view for Reading Mode. https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/chrome/new-chrome-productivity-features/ #Google #Chrome #GoogleChrome #VerticalTabs #ReadingMode #WebBrowsers

The new ESP32-S31 chip for IoT devices features a 320 MHz dual-core 32-bit RISC-V MCU with support for 2.4 GHz WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, Gigabit Ethernet, Thread, and Zigbee support. https://www.espressif.com/en/news/ESP32_S31_Release #Espressif #ESP32S31 #ESP32

Lenovo appears to have raised prices for most of its Android tablets, with price hikes ranging from $30 to $70 depending on the model. Why? RAM & storage costs seem a likely culprit. https://www.phonearena.com/news/lenovo-android-tablets-us-price-hikes_id179355 #RAMageddon #Lenovo #AndroidTablets

Leaked designs for the Google Pixel 11 Pro show a phone that should be a *little* thinner than the Pixel 10 Pro, with an all-glass camera bar. Otherwise it looks pretty similar to last year's model. https://www.androidheadlines.com/google-pixel-11-pro #Pixel11Pro #GooglePixel11Pro

The first Onn TV Stick with support for 4K video is on the way. These line drawings show a stick that's said to have a 1.7 GHz quad-core Realtek RTD1325 processor with Mai-G57 graphics, 2GB of RAM, and 8GB of storage. https://www.aftvnews.com/this-new-leak-looks-to-be-walmarts-first-onn-4k-streaming-stick/ #onn #Walmart #Onn4KStick #MediaStreamer #TVStick #GoogleTV

Sony Japan suspends orders for SD cards and CFexpress cards in response to the global memory & storage shortage. The company says it's "monitoring the supply situation" to see when it might be able to resume selling memory cards. #RAMShortage #Sony #SDCard #CFexpress https://petapixel.com/2026/03/27/sony-shuts-down-nearly-its-entire-memory-card-business-due-to-ssd-shortage/

Leaked Pixel 11 designs suggest it'll look... almost exactly like the Pixel 10 and Pixel 9, except with slightly slimmer bezels and no camera bar cover. https://www.androidheadlines.com/google-pixel-11 #Pixel11 #GooglePixel11

This Raspberry Pi-like single-board PC is powered by an ESP32-P4C6 module with a 400 MHz dual-core RISC-V MCU, support for WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5, 10/100 Ethernet, microSD card reader and 40-pin GPIO header.
https://www.cnx-software.com/2026/03/27/esp32-p4-pi-viewe-raspberry-pi-esp32-p4-esp32-c6-board/ #ESP32P4PiVIEWE #ESP32P4 #ESP32 #ESP32C6 #RISCV #SingleBoardComputer

Leaked images suggest the 2nd-gen Onn 4K Pro media streamer will be an oval-shaped device (kind of like the Google TV Streamer) with Ethernet, HDMI, and USB ports and built-in mics. https://www.aftvnews.com/new-images-of-the-2nd-gen-onn-4k-pro-leak-out-with-a-clear-view-of-the-ports/ #Onn4KPro #Onn #MediaStreamer #GoogleTV

Renders based on leaked CAD files give a rough idea of what Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide smartphone could look like. It's expected to share specs with the Galaxy Z Fold 8, but feature a wider inner display. #Samsung #SamsungGalaxyZFold8Wide #FoldablePhone https://www.androidheadlines.com/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-8-wide

After getting tricked by Chuwi into reporting that a Ryzen 5 5500U chip was a Ryzen 5 7350U, CPU-Z has released an update that accurately detects the processor in the Chuwi Corebook X and Plus. #CPUZ #Chuwi https://www.minimachines.net/actu/cpu-z-identification-processeur-140240

Walmart's dirt cheap Google TV media streamers are a little less cheap now that prices have been raised by $5 to $10. But the Onn HD Stick, Onn 4K Box, and Onn 4K Plus are still *pretty* cheap at $20, $25, and $40, respectively. #Onn #OnnHDStick #Onn4K #Onn4KPlus #MediaStreamer #GoogleTV https://www.aftvnews.com/walmart-raises-its-onn-streaming-device-prices-by-5-10/

Mass production of the $225 Pebble Time 2 smartwatch has begun, with the first units expected to ship to customers who have pre-ordered by the end of March. With 20K+ pre-orders, some won't receive the watch until June though. #Pebble #PebbleTime2 #Smartwatch https://repebble.com/blog/pebble-time-2-is-in-mass-production

Chuwi responds to reports that some of its laptops shipped with the wrong processors by offering refunds if returned by May 31, saying it was a "production error," which doesn't explain why software reported the wrong chip (you have to remove the CPU cooler and look at the actual chip to determine the model number). #Chuwi #ChuwiCoreBookX #ChuwiCorebookPlus #Refund https://www.notebookcheck.net/Chuwi-responds-to-CPU-fraud-does-not-replace-all-affected-models.1257585.0.html

Pine64 is pausing production of some devices rather in response to DRAM shortages, rather than increasing prices. There are also currently no plans to develop a next-gen PinePhone. #Pine64 #Pinephone #RAMShortage https://pine64.org/2026/03/24/march_2026_fosdem/