Laptops

HowToGeek has released an article highlighting three Linux distributions optimized for laptop use. The guide emphasizes features that account for batteries, small screens, and trackpads. It was published on February 1, 2026.

1. Februar 2026 Von KI berichtet

The upcoming Linux 7.0 kernel will include a new cTGP graphics power setting tailored for Uniwill and TUXEDO laptops. This development aims to enhance power management for graphics in these devices. Phoronix reports the feature as part of ongoing Linux hardware improvements.

LG has unveiled a redesigned Gram Pro laptop series at CES 2026, featuring a new Aerominum alloy that makes the devices remarkably light yet durable. The 16-inch model weighs just 2.6 pounds, addressing past complaints about flex in earlier Gram laptops. A 17-inch version with an NVIDIA RTX GPU offers gaming capabilities at a still-impressive 3.8 pounds.

3. Januar 2026 Von KI berichtet

Framework has introduced an RTX 5070 graphics module for its Laptop 16, fulfilling a promise of upgradable discrete graphics in laptops. This upgrade enhances performance for gaming and creative tasks while maintaining the device's repairable design. The module integrates seamlessly, allowing users to boost capabilities without replacing the entire machine.

German Linux hardware vendor TUXEDO Computers has launched the fourth-generation Gemini 17 laptop, targeting users seeking desktop-replacement performance for work and gaming. The device features an Intel Core i9-14900HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics. Pre-orders start at €1,805, with shipping from late December 2025.

3. Dezember 2025 Von KI berichtet

Apple bietet seinen kürzlich lancierten MacBook Air M4 zu einem rabattierten Preis von 749 $ bei Amazon an, herunter von 999 $, aufgrund verbleibender Black-Friday-Bestände. Das 13,6-Zoll-Notebook mit M4-Chip unterstützt lokales KI-Processing und bietet bis zu 18 Stunden Akkulaufzeit. Dieses Angebot markiert den niedrigsten Preis aller Zeiten für das Gerät, das im März 2025 debütierte.