A new fanless mini PC from France delivers workstation-grade Intel performance in a compact aluminum design priced near 2,000 euros.
The Kubb Fanless mini PC combines high processing capability with silent operation inside a small aluminum cube. It targets users seeking substantial computing power without traditional cooling fans or larger chassis sizes.
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Framework announced the Laptop 13 Pro, a redesigned 13-inch model featuring Intel's Core Ultra Series 3 Panther Lake processors and a battery delivering over 20 hours of life. The company also unveiled updates to its Laptop 16, an OCuLink external GPU kit, and a wireless keyboard during its Next Gen event on Tuesday. Preorders for the Laptop 13 Pro start at $1,199 for the DIY edition, with shipments beginning in June.
Mini PC makers, including Minisforum, are adopting OpenClaw support for devices like the M2 Pro despite security warnings and data safety concerns. The M2 Pro features Intel's Core Ultra x9 388H CPU and 96GB of RAM, though it will not be inexpensive. Minisforum is considering opt-in options for third-party apps such as OpenClaw.
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Minisforum has shipped its M2 mini PC while the long-delayed M2 Pro remains unavailable. A more affordable Panther Lake mini PC has quietly launched with some compromises.
Building on its Core Ultra Series 3 (Panther Lake) processors unveiled at CES 2026, Intel has announced Core Series 3 chips codenamed Wildcat Lake for mainstream and value laptops. These mark the first non-Ultra Core CPUs to use the advanced Intel 18A manufacturing process, delivering major performance gains, AI improvements, and all-day battery life. Laptop makers including HP, Acer, Lenovo, Dell, and Samsung plan to integrate them throughout 2026.