Microsoft’s web-based Store now allows users to select and install multiple Windows apps simultaneously. The feature appears to be rolling out quietly without official documentation. It’s currently limited to the web version, with the Windows 11 app expected to follow soon.
Intel’s upcoming Xe3P GPU architecture might not be limited to data center and integrated graphics. New leaks show both Low Power Media and High Power Media variants, hinting at potential discrete GPU applications. This could signal Intel’s broader ambitions in the gaming and workstation GPU markets
Intel’s new Latency Optimized Mode for Xeon 6 processors keeps uncore frequencies higher for better performance consistency. Recent testing reveals the trade-off: noticeable speed improvements come with substantial power consumption increases. This could reshape how data centers approach performance
Apple is moving forward with iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2 development after releasing the stable 26.1 updates. The new betas are now available for registered developers to test. Public betas are expected to follow shortly.
The UK Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs invested heavily in Windows 10 upgrades just as Microsoft ended support. Despite the massive expenditure, thousands of devices still need replacement, raising questions about the strategy’s effectiveness.
Apple appears to be developing a new low-cost Mac priced under $1,000 that uses iPhone-class processors instead of M-series chips. Despite the different architecture, it reportedly outperforms early M1 Macs while expanding Apple’s entry-level lineup.
Apple is working on a budget MacBook priced well below $1,000 that uses an iPhone-class processor. The device, code-named J700, is expected to launch in the first half of 2026 and target the entry-level laptop market.
MSI just unveiled a powerful new single-board computer that’s definitely not for your average DIY project. The MS-CF16 V3.0 packs Intel x86 processors into a compact industrial board designed for harsh environments.
Python developers will soon get official lazy imports through PEP 810, approved after a month of debate. The opt-in feature defers module loading until actually needed, addressing long-standing startup time frustrations.
Apple is breaking from tradition by developing its first low-cost laptop. The budget Mac aims to compete directly with Chromebooks and entry-level Windows machines. This marks Apple’s first serious attempt at the affordable laptop market.
