According to updated data from Valve, Linux has set a new record on Steam, reaching 3.58% of the userbase in December 2025. This marks a significant jump from 2.68% just three months prior, with the end of support for Windows 10 acting as a major catalyst.
The 1996 classic shooter Quake is now officially Steam Deck Verified. This move highlights Valve’s expanding strategy for its compatibility program beyond its own handheld.
A new report shows Baidu and Huawei have locked down over 70% of China’s critical GPU cloud market. This highlights a major shift towards full-stack, chip-to-cloud strategies designed to counter Nvidia, but significant constraints remain.
ASUS is among the first to launch mini PCs powered by Intel’s next-gen Panther Lake and AMD’s Ryzen AI 400 processors. The new systems promise massive AI performance in tiny form factors, alongside refreshed compact desktop lines.
Microsoft is adding a new “Share with Copilot” option directly to the Windows 11 taskbar. The feature lets you send an app’s contents to the AI for analysis and suggestions. It’s rolling out now to all PCs, not just new Copilot+ models.
Stephen Colbert delivered a monologue reacting to Trump’s comments about U.S. plans for Venezuela. He mixed sharp satire with a sobering historical warning that struck a chord with viewers.
Ugreen has launched two new Intel-based NAS devices, the iDX6011 and iDX6011 Pro, at CES 2026. The systems focus on local AI processing and high-speed networking, offering an alternative to cloud storage for Mac users.
AMD CEO Lisa Su unveiled the Ryzen AI Halo at CES 2025, a mini PC designed as an AI developer platform. It can run models with up to 200 billion parameters locally and is expected to launch in the second quarter of this year.
Alienware’s 2026 refresh brings high-end OLED displays to its 16-inch Aurora and Area-51 laptops. The desktop lineup is shifting to AMD, headlined by the new Ryzen 7 9850X3D CPU. The company is also teasing a more affordable laptop and a drastically thinner “ultra thin” model.
AMD is betting big on the AI PC, announcing its Ryzen AI 400 Series processors and a new gaming chip at CES 2026. The company says the new hardware will enable faster multitasking and smarter everyday computing. Devices with these chips are slated to arrive in early 2026.
