Fedora Ditches SDDM for KDE’s New Login Manager
Fedora is making a significant change to its KDE offerings. Starting with Fedora 44, all KDE variants will use KDE’s new integrated login manager instead of the long-standing SDDM.
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Roborock’s new robot mower uses LiDAR for huge lawns
Roborock is launching an all-terrain robot mower designed for extra-large lawns. The high-end RockMow X1 LiDAR model uses a 360º LiDAR system and two cameras, claiming a data capture rate of 200,000 points per second to survey objects up to 230 feet away.
Microsoft’s Copilot is Finally Coming to Old Outlook
Microsoft is adding a “Schedule with Copilot” feature to the classic Outlook app for Windows. The AI will handle finding times, booking rooms, and sending invites directly from chat. A preview is slated for January 2026.
AI and Virtual Twins Are Shaping the Supply Chain of 2026
According to a new report, the supply chain focus for 2026 is on AI-driven planning, reshoring, and virtual twin technology. These tools are key to building agility and achieving sustainability goals, including major CO2 reductions.
Dell’s new 52-inch 6K monitor is a $2,900 productivity monster
Dell just announced a colossal 52-inch curved 6K monitor aimed at stock traders and engineers. It also revealed a high-end 32-inch 4K QD-OLED display for creative work. Both come with premium price tags and specific availability dates.
Lego’s Smart Play Brick is a clever, risky bet on the future
Lego is launching an interactive Smart Play system to make creations respond with sound and light. The move comes as the iconic toymaker, which had a record $10.8 billion in revenue in 2024, looks to stay relevant with digital-native kids.
Bond Game’s PC Specs Are Shockingly Low, But There’s a Catch
Hitman developer IO Interactive has revealed the PC requirements for its upcoming James Bond game, 007 First Light. The specs are remarkably low, but a key partnership hints at a bigger graphical push for high-end systems.
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Launch Date Leaked, With a Pricey Twist
A new leak points to a February 25 launch for Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series. The phones may feature a new “Privacy Display” and see price increases in some regions, but not the US.
D-Wave’s New Chip Breakthrough Could Finally Scale Quantum
D-Wave says it has demonstrated the first scalable, on-chip cryogenic control for gate-model qubits. This tackles a core engineering problem that has limited quantum computer size and complexity for years.
Razer’s wild new gaming chair has haptics and speakers built in
Razer has unveiled Project Madison, a concept gaming chair that integrates its previous haptic and audio products. It combines the Sensa haptics from the $230 Freyja cushions with the 5.1 sound from the $300 Clio speaker headrest into a Razer Iskur V2 X chair frame. The goal is to create a single, u