Graphics

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.

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New patches merged into Mesa 26.1 have reportedly improved performance on Intel's Alchemist graphics by up to 260% in specific gaming scenarios. Submitted by Intel engineer Francisco Jerez, these updates fix long-standing graphics corruption issues while enhancing efficiency. The changes primarily benefit Linux users with older Intel hardware.

Intel's Arc B580 graphics card, launched late in 2024, saw significant performance improvements in 2025 through Linux driver optimizations. Benchmarks showed gains exceeding 50% in certain scenarios, enhancing its appeal for gaming and compute tasks. These updates addressed early stability issues, making the card more reliable for Linux users.

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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond launched on December 4, 2025, for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, marking the end of an 18-year wait since Metroid Prime 3: Corruption. The game introduces new elements like the Vi-O-La bike, but optional music tracks require a $30 Samus Aran Amiibo. Players and critics are divided on its visuals, with praise for dungeon areas contrasting criticism of bland open-world deserts.