Summary Linux 7.1-rc2 adds DMI quirk to restore Steam Deck OLED audio probe issue since 2023. The problem only affected the OLED model; the LCD Steam Deck was not affected. Quirk limits the fix to OLEDs so other devices aren’t broken; tests expected soon. If you’ve owned a Steam Deck OLED for a few years, … Read more
Summary Ask.com (Ask Jeeves) closed on May 1, 2026, as IAC exits the search business. Launched in 1997 with a butler speaking simple English, it was renamed “Ask” in 2006 but lost out to Google. We’re a little surprised it wasn’t closed sooner. In the tech industry, sometimes you have a weird moment where you … Read more
Although a fan of the Raspberry Pi as a teenager, I am starting to be disappointed by this family of single-board computers. After all, rival boards, especially those based on the x86 architecture, have become significantly cheaper over the years, while prices for mainstream RPi SBCs have skyrocketed without offering any tangible benefits in DIY … Read more
For the longest time, I avoided ambiance coding. Not because I didn’t understand it, but because I didn’t believe it. As someone with a background in software development, I’m used to a structure that includes clear requirements, planned architecture, and predictable outcomes. Vibe coding seemed to be the opposite of that. Just trigger an AI … Read more
Windows comes with a fair share of tools, but some of Microsoft’s best apps require an additional download to install. It wasn’t until I reinstalled Windows that I realized which of these tools were missing in a new system. Since they are published by Microsoft, it is natural to assume that Windows already comes with … Read more
When I first upgraded to the 9800X3D, I had to settle for a 32GB DDR5-6400 CL32 kit because RAM prices were skyrocketing at the time. But when prices dropped slightly towards the end of March, triggered by Google’s TurboQuant announcement, I decided to get another 32GB kit, assuming it was just a temporary drop before … Read more
Claude Projects has been part of my workflow for a while now, I don’t think I can imagine not using it at this point. When something becomes reliable enough, you just build around it and forget to question it. I use it to keep long-running research contexts alive and to execute design briefs without re-explaining … Read more
Frame generation has always been a controversial topic among gamers ever since Nvidia introduced it alongside the RTX 4000 series GPUs. It started with a simple 2x multiplier, but fast forwarded to 2026, and we now have multi-frame generation and dynamic multi-frame generation with a multiplier up to 6x. At this point, I’m sure some … Read more
Hands down, one of the best things you can add to your home network is a managed network switch. They form the backbone of your network, connecting your wired devices together and providing connectivity to wireless access points, while providing redundancy, VLANs and more. But it could be much more. Most consumer hardware uses 8P8C … Read more
Summary Plex increased the cost of the Remote Watch Pass from $1.99/month to $2.99/month ($19.99-$29.99/year) starting June 1, 2026. Introductory pricing ends June 1, 2026; renewals go to the regular subscription price. Higher Watch Pass costs could push non-Plex Pass users toward Jellyfin or other self-hosted alternatives. If you’re a Plex Remote Watch Pass subscriber, … Read more