Graphics
Intel begins groundwork for Xe3P GPUs on Linux
Intel's Linux development team has started preparing support for its next-generation Xe3P graphics architecture. The company sent the first batch of patches this week to enable the new GPUs in the Linux kernel. This marks the initial steps toward integrating upcoming Intel processors and graphics cards into open-source environments.
Linux readies graphics driver fixes for 6.18-rc2
Developers have prepared fixes for Linux graphics drivers ahead of the 6.18-rc2 kernel release candidate. These updates target the Direct Rendering Manager (DRM) subsystem. The changes aim to stabilize graphics performance in the upcoming kernel version.
Intel adds Xe3P GPU support in Linux kernel for Nova Lake
Recent Linux kernel patches have revealed Intel's addition of support for its Xe3P graphics architecture, confirming its integration with the upcoming Nova Lake CPU family. This development signals preparation for next-generation desktop and mobile processors launching next year. The updates include initial driver support in both the kernel and Mesa graphics stack.
NVIDIA transitions Nova driver to Boot42 for next-gen GPUs
NVIDIA has begun submitting open-source patches for its Nova graphics driver, shifting from the Boot0 register to Boot42 in preparation for upcoming GPUs. This move signals early groundwork for the Rubin architecture, successor to Blackwell. The changes aim to simplify detection logic and support future hardware seamlessly.
New code enables VCE 1.0 video acceleration on AMDGPU driver
Developers have introduced new code that allows VCE 1.0 video acceleration to function on the AMDGPU driver for GCN 1.0 GPUs. This update targets older AMD graphics hardware in the Linux environment. The patches aim to enhance video encoding capabilities for these legacy cards.