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Studio Display 2022 vs. Studio Display 2026 Buyer's Guide
Apple updated the Studio Display earlier this month, four years after the original launched. Here's how it compares to the original model. The new model keeps the same $1,599 starting price, 27-inch 5K panel, and overall design, but brings a handful of small internal improvements: a newer chip, upgraded Thunderbolt connectivity, Desk View camera support, and improved bass. The display itself, a 60Hz LCD panel with 600 nits of brightness, is unchanged.
'Only limited by the physics': inside Apple’s AirPods Max 2 and the H2 chip upgrade
We spoke with Apple to unpack what's new with AirPods Max 2
Google Drive just got a powerful new security upgrade, and it's available to all users
A layer of protection we can appreciate
Scene One Entertainment completes purchase of Spectrum 8 Theaters
Scene One Entertainment says it has completed its purchase of Spectrum 8 Theaters, setting up new upgrades at the longtime movie house.
University of Pittsburgh commits $5 million to the city for parks, business districts and public safety
The University of Pittsburgh has committed $5 million over the next five years to support city parks, business corridor upgrades and public safety initiatives. The...
watchOS 27 to reportedly offer two main Apple Watch upgrades
watchOS 27 is the next major Apple Watch software update, and ahead of its unveiling at WWDC, Mark Gurman reveals what to expect.
Buy this cruise line operator that's trading at a discount, says HSBC
The bank upgraded the cruise operator to buy from hold.
The Pixel 10a doesn't have a camera bump, and it's great
The Google Pixel 10a can lay flat on a table, but otherwise the company hasn't brought a ton of upgrades to its newest budget smartphone.
4 USB-C Gadgets That Will Instantly Upgrade The MacBook Neo
From external SSDs for more storage to dongles that add a wide array of ports, here are some of the best USB-C accessories to upgrade your MacBook Neo.
Popular Sarasota waterfront park to get $10M upgrade for flooding
A popular Sarasota waterfront park is getting a $10 million upgrade to reduce flooding and storm surge damage.
Popular downtown Sarasota waterfront park to curb flooding risk
A popular Sarasota waterfront park is getting a $10 million upgrade to reduce flooding and storm surge damage.
Samsung Releases New Feature Boost To Millions Of Galaxy Phones
Samsung Galaxy users who upgrade to One UI 8.5 can expect a vastly improved on-board AI experience that solves a long-held Samsung Galaxy phone problem.
4 Costco Tablet Accessories To Upgrade Your iPad Experience
Costco sells several accessories to upgrade your iPad, including the Apple Pencil Pro, Magic Keyboard, AirTag trackers, and Acer portable monitor.
12 Cool New Apps That Will Upgrade Your Mac Experience In 2026
The Mac has a thriving developer community, with independents and large companies both introducing new and interesting apps for the platform in 2026.
One UI 8.5 brings major Linux Terminal upgrades to Galaxy devices
New updates to the full Linux Terminal experience on Galaxy devices have been added with One UI 8.5, a report indicates.
The Galaxy S26 is a lazy product, but it is still the best at this one thing
Stripped of upgrades, the Galaxy S26 is still unmatched in one very specific area.
Samsung phones get major Linux Terminal upgrades thanks to One UI 8.5
Exynos-powered Galaxy S26 phones offer Linux Terminal support, and it turns out One UI 8.5 brings a few welcome upgrades.
Gemini takes on ChatGPT and Claude with a major switching upgrade
Easily import your memories and preferences
High school renovations bring state-of-the-art sports facilities to students in Taylor
Construction is underway on major athletic-facility upgrades at Taylor High School, part of the Taylor School District’s voter-approved $130 million bond program.
American Airlines in talks with Starlink, Amazon for Wi-Fi upgrade, weighs return of seatback screens
American Airlines is considering a big upgrade to its in-flight entertainment and internet providers, including potentially bringing back seatback screens.
The hunt for the next UNC men's basketball coach begins
Davis' handling of key moments in games and the era of NIL contributed to the change at the University of North Carolina.
Google launches Lyria 3 Pro music generation model
Google is launching Lyria 3 Pro, an upgraded music model that generates longer, more customizable tracks, as it expands AI music tools across Gemini, enterprise products, and other services.
Glyphosate: A story of science, risk, and nuance
In the summer of 2014, a California groundskeeper named Dewayne Johnson started noticing patches of raw, weeping skin spreading across his body. He had spent years applying Roundup, Monsanto’s glyphosate-based herbicide, for a school district, sometimes drenched in it when equipment malfunctioned. By 2014, he had a diagnosis: non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. In 2018, a jury awarded him $289 million in damages, later reduced on appeal. Tens of thousands of lawsuits followed. The story hasn’t quieted down. It’s all over the internet, swinging between “this will kill you, buy organic” and “relax, you’re fear-mongering.” Some of that recent chatter stems from an Executive Order protecting glyphosate and its production, which set off intense infighting within the MAHA movement. Some of it reflects a deeper truth: Americans genuinely care about harmful chemicals in their environment (see poll below). And the conversation isn’t going anywhere, with a Supreme Court case involving Monsanto set for this April. Glyphosate (the active ingredient in Roundup) is one of the most widely used herbicides in the world. But does glyphosate cause cancer? And how much exposure is actually risky? With so much mistrust in institutions and corporations (and some genuine conflicts of interest), making sense of the actual scientific evidence is genuinely hard. Here is a translation of what the scientific evidence actually says. Does glyphosate cause harm? Glyphosate is an herbicide that kills most plants it contacts rather than targeting specific species. It works by blocking an enzyme pathway (EPSPS) that plants and many microorganisms need to produce essential amino acids. Without those amino acids, the plant can’t grow and dies. Glyphosate was first developed by Monsanto in the 1970s and became ubiquitous after the company introduced “Roundup Ready” crops in the 1990s. In 2024, Bayer removed glyphosate from residential Roundup-branded products due to litigation pressure. But today it is still the most widely used herbicide in the world. Farmers also discovered they could spray it directly on crops like oats, lentils, beans, and peas just before harvest to dry them out faster and make harvesting easier. Because of its widespread use, it’s obviously really important to understand if it’s harmful to humans. The key principle: The dose makes the poison The most important concept in toxicology is that “the dose makes the poison.” Sixteenth-century physician Paracelsus articulated what remains the foundational principle of toxicology: sola dosis facit venenum. Water will kill you if you drink enough of it. Aspirin saves lives at 81 milligrams and causes internal bleeding at higher chronic doses. So, at what dose is glyphosate poisonous? The LD50 in rats (the dose that kills half the test animals) is around 5,600 mg/kg body weight. Table salt is roughly 3,000 mg/kg. By that classic measure, glyphosate is less acutely toxic than salt. But some people are exposed to a lot of glyphosate through their work. And among the general public, there are many questions about low-dose, cumulative exposure from multiple sources over long periods. Does glyphosate cause health problems? Cancer Correlation maps are striking, with one analysis finding that 60% of counties that spray the most glyphosate have non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma rates above the national average. But correlation alone doesn’t establish cause, which is why animal and human studies matter. In animals: Rat studies are typically what most fear is rooted in, but most people don’t know the study details on the dosage given to rats. A pooled analysis of the 13 most rigorous rat studies found evidence that very high doses, around 55,000 times greater than typical food residue exposure, can cause certain cancers. In humans: One of the strongest studies followed 55,000 herbicide users over 20 years and found no overall increased cancer risk. There was one signal: among those with the highest use, rates of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) appeared elevated. A broader meta-analysis of 18 human studies also found no overall cancer risk, though a separate meta-analysis focused specifically on non-Hodgkin lymphoma found that people with high cumulative glyphosate exposure faced a 41% higher relative risk compared to those with low or no exposure. These human studies are observational studies (randomized controlled trials would be unethical), and meta-analyses are only as reliable as the studies they pool. But the story seems consistent: at very high exposure levels, there may be some cancer risk. But that’s about as far as the science currently takes us. Emerging research: gut and reproductive health Gut: Because glyphosate targets a pathway that exists in some gut bacteria, scientists have questioned whether it could affect the microbiome. In mice, a 2023 University of Iowa study found that glyphosate altered gut bacterial composition and raised markers of intestinal inflammation. A 2024 systematic review found similar patterns: disrupted gut bacteria and problems with the mucus layer that protects the intestinal wall in mice. Whether this translates to humans is an open question. The human gut is highly variable and resistant, and we don't yet have strong studies confirming the same effects in people. Reproductive health: Animal studies have found that glyphosate-based herbicides can interfere with reproductive hormones, including disrupting egg cell development in mice and reducing the number of eggs available in sheep’s ovaries. However, the doses used in these experiments were high, so it’s not yet clear whether the same effects would occur in humans. On the human side, a 2021 pilot study led by Mount Sinai researchers tested urine samples from pregnant women across the U.S. and found glyphosate in 95% of them. The study also found a possible connection between higher glyphosate exposure during pregnancy and a subtle physical difference measured in female newborns. That said, some connections weren’t statistically reliable and this was a small study. The researchers themselves said more and larger studies are needed before drawing firm conclusions. What do regulators say about glyphosate safety? In 2015, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), part of the World Health Organization, classified glyphosate as "probably carcinogenic to humans" (Group 2A). The classification is worth taking seriously. But, there’s an important distinction: IARC classifies hazard, meaning the potential to cause harm under some conditions. It does not assess risk, which accounts for actual exposure levels and the real-world probability of harm. The U.S. EPA, the European Food Safety Authority, Health Canada, and regulatory agencies in Australia and Japan have all concluded that glyphosate is “unlikely to be carcinogenic to humans” at realistic exposure levels. They’re asking a different question: given how much of this people actually encounter, what is the probability of harm? Your actual exposure is what determines your actual risk. What does glyphosate mean for your daily life? At the grocery store: Food residues are small. The EPA’s acceptable daily intake is 1.75 mg/kg of body weight per day. To hit that threshold from oatmeal alone, a 150-pound adult would need to eat roughly 50 pounds of oats every day. But this calculation addresses only one pathway (food), and we don’t yet have robust tools to measure people’s actual total exposure. If reducing exposure matters to you, organic certification prohibits synthetic herbicides, and organic oat products generally test at lower or undetectable levels. Either way, a diet rich in whole grains, conventional or organic, is far better for your health than one that omits them out of fear of residues. On the farm: Occupational exposure is orders of magnitude higher than consumer exposure. Farmers and farm workers who mix, load, and apply glyphosate-based herbicides, especially without protective equipment, face meaningfully different risk profiles. Proper PPE isn’t optional. Integrated weed management strategies that rotate chemical modes of action are also worth taking seriously, both for health and for long-term effectiveness. If you live near a farm: Spray drift is real. Concentrations near field edges can spike during and after application, particularly on windy days. This is an area where I think public health could really step up and empower rural communities with buffer zones, rather than placing the onus on individuals. But for now, knowing your local agricultural calendar and keeping windows closed during application are the first steps. Bottom line Dewayne Johnson was exposed to glyphosate at levels most people will never encounter, and a jury decided he deserved compensation. That outcome is not evidence that the oatmeal in your pantry is dangerous. But it is a reminder that the dose, the context, and the person doing the exposing all matter enormously. Glyphosate is a chemical tool with benefits, trade-offs, and genuine open scientific questions. Learning to hold that complexity without collapsing into panic or dismissal is, honestly, one of the most useful and hardest things to do in navigating modern health science. Love, YLE Your Local Epidemiologist (YLE) is founded and operated by Dr. Katelyn Jetelina, MPH PhD—an epidemiologist, wife, and mom of two little girls. Hannah Totte, MPH, is an epidemiologist and YLE Community Manager. YLE reaches more than 425,000 people in over 132 countries with one goal: “Translate” the ever-evolving public health science so that people will be well-equipped to make evidence-based decisions. This newsletter is free to everyone, thanks to the generous support of fellow YLE community members. To support the effort, subscribe or upgrade below: Subscribe
Samsung Unveils Galaxy A57 5G and Galaxy A37 5G, Packing Pro-Level Features at Awesome Price
Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G feature a sleek design, powerful camera, and upgraded Awesome Intelligence to give users the confidence for everyday use
Review: Super Mario Bros Wonder's 4K Upgrade For Switch 2 Shines
But the lack of a 120fps option feels like a missed opportunity.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder + Meetup In Bellabel Park Review
Mario Wonder's Switch 2 upgrade adds neat single-player content, but the real draw is the massive array of multiplayer party games.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro specifications leaked well before official announcement
Leak reveals Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 chips with 2nm process, dual variants, LPDDR6 support, and upgraded GPUs. Read more about expected specifications here
Sphere Entertainment (SPHR) Stock Trades Up, Here Is Why
Shares of content production and distribution company Sphere Entertainment (NYSE:SPHR) jumped 3.1% in the afternoon session after positive analyst sentiment and a rating upgrade from an investment analysis firm fueled investor optimism.
Exclusive: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Official CAD Renders & Rumors
This is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8. After a pretty huge upgrade last year, for the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Samsung doesn't appear to be making any massive
Longhorns secure major upgrade following NCAA decision on eligibility waiver
Improving the offensive line has been a major focus for Texas this offseason, and the Longhorns got a big piece of that puzzle locked in on Wednesday following weeks of eligibility uncertainty.
New Apple TV and HomePod Mini Remain 'Ready' to Launch
Apple has unveiled nine new products this month, but the wait continues for the next-generation Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini models. In his Power On newsletter today, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said new versions of the Apple TV and HomePod mini have been "ready" since last year, but he reiterated that Apple has held off on releasing them until the more personalized version of Siri and other Apple Intelligence upgrades are released later this year.
Give Your Phone a Huge (and Free) Upgrade by Switching to Another Keyboard
Change up the default keyboard in Android and iOS and feel the benefit.
These are my favorite budget-friendly iPhone 17e accessories
Best budget accessories for iPhone 17e: cases, chargers, MagSafe gear, AirPods, and more to upgrade your setup for less.
The new MacBook Pro is still fast as hell
How big of an upgrade is it for M1 Pro / M1 Max owners?
Small Business Tech News: Google Maps Gets A Big AI Upgrade
AI takes over Google Maps, TikTok is helping small businesses advertise, AI hacking is better than humans.
Splenda manufacturer eyes $91M in upgrades to Indianapolis operations
Carmel-based Heartland Food Products Group plans to construct a new building and add the newly acquired Splenda brand to its product manufacturing operations in Indianapolis.
iPhone 18 Pro set to arrive this year, and here are 3 upgrades I'm most excited for
Go for Pro or face the Fold?
Gamers Rebel Against Nvidia’s DLSS 5 ‘AI Slop Filter’
Nvidia’s DLSS 5 graphics upgrade sparked backlash, memes and mockery, with gamers rejecting the proposed “AI slop” filter.
Apple Urges iPhone Users Running Outdated iOS Versions to Update Immediately
Apple today urged iPhone users who are running iOS 13 or iOS 14 to upgrade to iOS 15 to protect themselves from being hacked through malicious web content. In a support document, Apple highlights recent reports about hacking tools that are effective against older versions of iOS. Hackers are using iOS exploit kits known as "Coruna" and "DarkSword," which can take advantage of vulnerabilities in iOS 13 through iOS 17.2.1.
German Health Minister Nina Warken and WHO Hub in Berlin highlight 2025 achievements
Germany’s Federal Minister of Health, Nina Warken, visited the WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence in Berlin today to review progress and launch its 2025 Annual Report. The report highlights advances in using artificial intelligence, data science and pathogen genomics to strengthen global preparedness for future pandemics.In 2025, the WHO Hub in Berlin worked with more than 160 Member States and over 190 partners to help countries and organizations develop new systems and tools to detect and understand new public health threats as quickly as possible, whenever and wherever they occur.BMG to confirm whether they wish to contribute a quote. “Detecting outbreaks early is one of the most effective ways to save lives and prevent epidemics from becoming global crises,” said Federal Minister of Health Nina Warken. “Germany is proud to host and support the WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence. Its work strengthens our safety at home and helps protect people worldwide.”Artificial intelligence is increasingly transforming the detection of outbreaks. In 2025, the Hub launched an upgraded version of the Epidemic Intelligence from Open Sources (EIOS) system, which uses enhanced AI functions to scan global online information in real time and help experts quickly identify unusual health events. The system is now used by 120 countries.To better anticipate health threats, countries need information beyond traditional health data. The Hub supports countries in implementing Collaborative Surveillance, which integrates data on climate, animals, travel, and population movement to provide a more comprehensive and real-time understanding of health threats.The Hub also expanded global access to pathogen genomics, which helps scientists detect new pathogens, such as viruses and bacteria, understand how they spread and how dangerous they may become. Through the International Pathogen Surveillance Network (IPSN), the WHO Hub in Berlin worked with 309 partners in 101 countries to expand access to these technologies.“We are in a new era of global health threats, and we need new tools to face tomorrow’s challenges,” said Dr Chikwe Ihekweazu, Executive Director of the WHO Health Emergencies Programme. “The WHO Hub in Berlin helps countries use data and technology more effectively so they can identify risks earlier and respond faster. No country can address these threats alone. Strong cooperation remains our best defence.”“Berlin offers an ideal environment for our work. We collaborate closely with world-leading institutions such as the Robert Koch Institute and the Charité Center for Global Health,” said Dr Oliver Morgan, Head of the WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence. “Germany has supported the WHO Hub since its establishment, and we are pleased to welcome Federal Minister Nina Warken to the Hub today. This strong partnership helps us advance innovation in pandemic and epidemic intelligence and better support countries to prepare for future health threats.”The Hub is expanding the use of advanced analytics and mathematical modelling to forecast how outbreaks may develop and to assess which response measures are most effective. Through its Collaboratory, the Hub connects modelers and analysts with governments to ensure their work addresses real public health needs. In 2025, the community grew to 1300 members from 50 countries and 200 institutions. An AI-powered pandemic simulator, currently in the prototyping phase, will help decision-makers compare outbreak scenarios and help identify effective disease control measures.
Google Maps could soon get a long-overdue upgrade that replaces WhatsApp and Google Messages for location ...
Sharing your location has never felt this simple and fast.
Grand Central Mall announces multi-million dollar renovation plans, entertainment center
VIENNA — A multi-million-dollar renovation project is set to transform Grand Central Mall, with officials and community leaders announcing sweeping upgrades and new attractions during a Wednesday morning event. Joe Bell, director of corporate communications, said the planned changes will significantly modernize the longtime shopping center and bring new energy to the Mid-Ohio Valley. “There […]
iPhone 18 rumors say Pro models will get exclusive camera upgrade
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are coming, and rumors indicate they’ll get at least one exclusive camera upgrade: a larger aperture Telephoto.
A Look At Tencent Music Entertainment Group (TME) Valuation After Optimism Around Earnings And Analyst Upgrades
Tencent Music Entertainment Group (TME) has been in focus after a recent upswing in its share price, driven by optimism ahead of earnings, recent analyst upgrades, and Apple’s lower App Store commissions in China. See our latest analysis for Tencent Music Entertainment Group. That recent pre earnings optimism now sits against a sharp pullback, with a 1 day share price return of a 24.65% decline and a 30 day share price return of a 28.27% decline. At the same time, the 3 year total shareholder...
Higgs Boson was UK triumph, but British physics faces 'catastrophic' cuts
Britain is preparing to cancel its contribution to one of the Large Hadron Collider's next major upgrades.
iFixit Tears Down the iPhone 17e, Discovers MagSafe Upgrade Path for iPhone 16e Owners
Repair site iFixit today took apart the iPhone 17e, which is the new low-cost iPhone that Apple launched last Wednesday. The iPhone 17e is almost identical to the iPhone 16e in design, but it does include a MagSafe back panel that supports MagSafe and faster Qi charging than the iPhone 16e. When disassembling the iPhone 17e, iFixit found that the MagSafe panel for the device is the same size as the panel for the 16e, and the two are interchangeable.
Scientists discover heavier version of proton with upgraded detector
Snappily named Xi-cc-plus, Cern physicists spotted the particle in shower of debris that lit up Large Hadron Collider
YouTuber upgrades MacBook Neo to 1TB in new ASMR video
YouTube creator DirectorFeng is back with another ASMR-themed video in which they attempt to upgrade the storage on a new Apple device.
Sony's enhanced PSSR upscaling arrives on PS5 Pro today
Sony's upgraded PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) tech is rolling out as part of the PlayStation 5 Pro system update that's available today.
10 Ways to Increase Your Revenue With a Business Loan
A business loan offers many revenue-boosting opportunities, such as helping you expand to a new market or upgrade your equipment to streamline production.
Samsung allegedly launches Galaxy A37 and A57; pricing is turning heads
It turns out that Samsung has silently unveiled the Galaxy A37 and A57 in Thailand, with the pricing is the first thing that makes you stop scrolling. The Galaxy A57 5G and Galaxy A37 5G are now official in Thailand, via droidsans. The two phones look like typical yearly upgrades to the A series. In reality, […]
Sony Confirms PlayStation 5 Pro PSSR Upgrades for Cyberpunk 2077, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Even Former Xbox Console Exclusive Hellblade 2
Sony has confirmed an array of games set to benefit from PlayStation 5 Pro's upgraded PSSR visual boost, which launches more broadly via a new system software update available later today.
Tested: PS5 Pro's Upgraded PSSR Put Through Its Paces On Four Top-Tier Games
Silent Hill f, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Monster Hunter Wilds, Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Apple Announces AirPods Max 2
Apple today unveiled AirPods Max 2, with key upgrades including the H2 chip, increased active noise cancellation, improved sound quality, and features such as Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, Voice Isolation, and Live Translation. AirPods Max 2 have the same overall design as the original AirPods Max, with most of the new features coming from the upgrade to the H2 chip.
PS5 Pro's Upgraded PSSR Is Rolling Out Today--Here Are The First Games Getting It
Cyberpunk 2077 will get a PS5 Pro update in the future, alongside other titles like Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Silent Hill F, and Resident Evil Requiem.
Leaked Samsung Galaxy Z Wide Fold specs show marginal upgrades over Galaxy Z Fold 7
The Galaxy Z Wide Fold will have to mostly rely on its wide-folding design for novelty, as the hardware isn't anything we haven't seen before.
Knoxville's Grand Entertainment Palace is more 'campus' than theater
Knoxville's Tennessee Theatre is undergoing a $24.6 million upgrade, creating a new 'campus' for arts and culture.
Canon EOS R7 Mark II Info: 39MP Stacked Sensor and 2026 Release Date
The wait for the Canon EOS R7 Mark II is almost over. A new report suggest a big sensor upgrade to a 39MP BSI Stacked sensor—a first for Canon APS-C. Here is what we know about the mid-2026 launch.
Linux Finally Catches Up to Windows with a Game-Changing Performance Feature
For years, the Linux kernel’s scheduler has been world‑class at balancing loads, yet it missed a crucial, cache‑aware instinct. In modern multi‑core systems, that gap can turn into measurable latency, especially when threads bounce between cores that don’t share the same cache. A new upstream feature, often called Cache Aware Scheduling, is now set to change that equation. A cache‑savvy scheduler arrives At the heart of any OS, the scheduler decides which thread runs where and for how long. In modern CPUs, small private caches (L1 and L2) sit beside each core, while a larger Last Level Cache (LLC, typically L3) is shared among groups of cores. When a task migrates across LLC boundaries, its warm data may vanish from the cache, forcing slower trips to main memory. Cache Aware Scheduling keeps related tasks close to their shared LLC, reducing destructive migrations. By respecting cache topology, the kernel minimizes cold‑start penalties and preserves locality that many workloads desperately need. The result is less thrashing, fewer memory stalls, and more consistent throughput. "Keep tasks close to their data, and the system will keep performance close to its peak." Why this narrows the Windows gap Windows has long leaned on topology‑aware, cache‑sensitive heuristics, especially since the Windows 10 era. That advantage helped Microsoft handle hybrid designs with P‑cores and E‑cores, plus complex cluster and NUMA layouts. With cache awareness integrated upstream, Linux brings parity to this vital dimension, without sacrificing its trademark flexibility. The Linux approach remains deeply configurable, reflecting the ecosystem’s breadth across servers, desktops, and embedded devices. It layers atop existing NUMA‑balancing and energy‑aware logic, refining placement rather than reinventing the wheel. Crucially, it aligns scheduling with the hardware’s real shape, not just with abstract CPU counts. Real‑world gains and who benefits Early tests on Intel Sapphire Rapids platforms point to gains in the 30–45% range for select workloads. Those wins appear in cache‑sensitive tasks like in‑memory analytics, high‑thread compilation, and microservices with tight working‑sets. Games and latency‑bound engines can also feel steadier frame‑times, especially when threads share hot assets. The benefits extend to AMD’s 3D V‑Cache parts, where keeping threads near enlarged cache slices prevents needless misses. Hybrid x86 designs with performance and efficiency cores further profit when cache and core roles are scheduled in concert. Even handhelds running SteamOS can squeeze more out of limited power, translating cache locality into smoother play. Key advantages include: Lower end‑to‑end latency Fewer expensive misses to RAM Better multi‑socket and NUMA behavior Improved energy efficiency More predictable QoS under mixed loads Stronger scaling on dense servers Caveats, tuning, and rollout No scheduler change is purely free, and trade‑offs still exist. Favoring locality can reduce cross‑cluster balance if limits are set too tight. Likewise, fairness and utilization must remain healthy, especially under heterogeneous, bursty workloads. Linux’s implementation is designed to be measured and tunable, not a blunt instrument. It cooperates with energy‑aware scheduling for mobile efficiency, and with NUMA‑balancers on big iron. Expect architecture‑specific refinements as vendors surface richer topology hints and cache‑sharing maps. Upstream integration has begun, with broad distribution adoption likely over the next cycles. Many users will encounter the change through standard kernel updates in 2025–2026, depending on distro cadence. Server‑class kernels may enable or tune it sooner for targeted fleets where cache locality is money in the bank. How to think about performance impact Cache Aware Scheduling amplifies gains when your workload is both CPU‑bound and cache‑sensitive. Think tight inner loops, hot code paths, and datasets that fit snugly in shared LLC. It’s less dramatic for I/O‑bound services or memory‑hungry tasks that blow past cache capacity. Still, even modest locality improvements often translate into smoother tail‑latency, which is where user experience and SLAs typically break. Developers can further help by pinning related threads, batching work, and aligning data to reduce cross‑cluster chatter. The scheduler’s new awareness works best when applications expose good hints. The bottom line By understanding and honoring cache topology, Linux removes a subtle yet costly bottleneck. The kernel’s smarter placement keeps hot data hot and work near where it belongs. That narrows a long‑standing gap with Windows, while preserving the openness and tunability Linux champions. For gamers, creators, and operators, the payoff is practical: more consistent frames, faster builds, and snappier services. For the ecosystem, it’s another step toward hardware‑savvy scheduling that turns transistor complexity into real‑world speed. And for Linux itself, it’s a timely upgrade that matches today’s silicon with tomorrow’s expectations.
M5 MacBook Air review: Still the best MacBook for almost everybody
The M5 MacBook Air is a minor upgrade, but minor upgrades add up over time.
Leaked info on Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 batteries brings disappointing news
Previously, we heard that the Z Flip8 will not bring a camera upgrade - the Z Flip7 didn't either. With the Galaxy S26 series launch behind its back,...
PENN Entertainment Hotel Expansion Tests Value Of Brick And Mortar Investments
PENN Entertainment (NasdaqGS:PENN) plans a major expansion at Hollywood Casino Columbus with a new 203 room hotel tower. The upscale hotel is scheduled to open in June 2026 as part of a broader upgrade to the property. The project includes an expanded high limit table games room and is expected to create new local jobs. PENN Entertainment, which runs casinos, retail sportsbooks and online gaming platforms, is adding more hospitality capacity at one of its key Ohio properties. For investors...
Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Gets A Switch 2 Release, Free Upgrade "Coming Soon"
New 'Challenge Mode' update launches alongside it
Google Maps receives major upgrade with 'Ask Maps' AI feature and 3D redesign
Google says this is its biggest Maps update in over a decade.
Portland facing $1 billion-plus in arts, culture and entertainment infrastructure requests
A scrap between backers of Keller Auditorium and a new performance center at PSU, plus expensive upgrade bills for downtown's Portland'5 halls and a big upgrade bill for Moda Center, muddy the waters and stress the city's budget.
Google Maps is getting an AI 'Ask Maps' feature and upgraded 'immersive' navigation
The tech giant says the "Immersive Navigation" launch is the biggest update to Maps in over a decade.
A Look At Teladoc Health’s (TDOC) Valuation After Analyst Upgrades And Earnings Surprise
Why Teladoc Health is back on investors’ radar Teladoc Health (TDOC) is attracting fresh attention after a run of analyst upgrades tied to its BetterHelp mental health segment, stronger than expected quarterly results, and new plans around artificial intelligence and international expansion. See our latest analysis for Teladoc Health. Despite the recent enthusiasm around upgrades and earnings, Teladoc Health’s 7 day share price return of 6.63% and 30 day gain of 9.84% sit against a much...
MacBook Pro to Receive 'Major Upgrade' by Early Next Year
Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo today said the MacBook Pro will receive a "major upgrade" with an OLED display by early next year. In a blog post, Kuo said the new MacBook Pro will be released between late 2026 and early 2027. With an OLED display, the MacBook Pro would have better image quality compared to the current models with LCD displays and mini-LED backlighting.
Surveys show owners of this older Galaxy phone aren’t rushing to upgrade to the S26
We ran two surveys asking whether Galaxy S23 owners should upgrade to the Galaxy S26 series. Here’s how you responded.
Nordic Semiconductor introduces precise, adaptive battery health-monitoring to enable smarter, longer-lasting IoT devices
Nordic Semiconductor, a global leader in low-power wireless connectivity solutions, today announces Nordic Fuel Gauge v2.0, a major upgrade of its highly accurate software-based fuel gauge solution for the award-winning nPM1300, and nPM1304 Power Management ICS, at Embedded World 2026. The release adds sophisticated State-of-Health estimation, adaptive battery modeling, and long-term fleet analytics capabilities, extending advanced battery management to a wide range of power-constrained IoT prod
Motorola just shipped the one hardware upgrade everyone wanted and Samsung was too afraid to touch
The Motorola Razr Fold does what Samsung wouldn't dare
iPhone 17 Pro Max vs iPhone 18 Pro Max: Specs, Features, and What's New Compared
iPhone 17 Pro Max vs iPhone 18 Pro Max comparison covering specs, A20 Pro performance, cameras, display upgrades, and key differences in Apple's 2026 flagship.
JFRD didn’t inspect a halfway house for 59 years. Inspectors then found costly issues that could put it out of business
A Jacksonville nonprofit that has helped people recover from drug and alcohol addiction for nearly six decades is now facing costly safety upgrades after a recent fire inspection revealed the residential portion of the property had never been inspected by fire officials.
I tried the new Studio Display XDR and it’s Apple’s most impressive (and brightest) monitor yet — but there’s a catch
Almost the upgrade we were waiting for
M4 iPad Air reviews: Apple’s powerful, best-value model gets even better
Apple’s new M4 iPad Air arrives in users’ hands this Wednesday, and today the first reviews of the upgraded iPad...
Is the $599 iPhone 17e truly a good value? I used it for nearly a week to find out
Apple’s iPhone 17e packs incredible performance, great battery life and almost every key iPhone feature into a $599 package, but is it the right upgrade for you?
Apple iPad Air M4 review: a little bit faster now
The iPad rule is the same as always: Don’t upgrade until you absolutely need to.
iPhone 18 Pro: 7 hot upgrades coming this fall
Here are 7 things that the iPhone 18 Pro is changing this fall.
MS Office 2024 for Home & Business is now 60% off
You get lifetime access to the likes of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote, and they come with some sweet upgrades.
M5 MacBook Air’s SSD Speeds Beat M4 Pro Models, Obtains An Impressive 229.96% Performance Increase Over M4 MacBook Air Lineup
The SSD on the M5 MacBook Air has been substantially upgraded, with the latter not only handily beating the M4 MacBook Air but also M4 Pro models
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra shows camera improvements compared to S25 Ultra, can't catch up to Apple iPhone 17 Pro
On paper, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has only received a few camera upgrades. An initial comparison by DxOMark now shows that Samsung was able to drastically improve the image quality in certain scenarios, but the camera system of the Galaxy S26 Ultra is not completely free of problems.
4 Gadgets That Can Upgrade Your Old Stereo System
You don't need a full system swap to modernize a vintage stereo. These gadgets add wireless playback, hub features, and smart power control.
Resident Evil Requiem Players Can Give Grace a Massive Advantage on Second Playthroughs (Perfect for Insanity Run)
Resident Evil Requiem players find a way to give Grace a huge advantage on second playthroughs, making it perfect for Insanity runs.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Could Have ‘Record-Breaking’ Upgrade, Report Claims
The next iPhone to launch could have battery life that beats any previous Apple phone, it’s claimed.
Google Messages is giving Smart Reply a much-needed upgrade
A new toggle to avoid accidental smart replies
Apple Still Has More New Macs Planned for 2026
Apple is planning more Mac refreshes for the rest of the year, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In the latest edition of his "Power On" newsletter, Gurman said that, following the introduction of the M5 MacBook Air, M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro, and MacBook Pro, Apple is preparing for further Mac refreshes to complete the 2026 lineup. These include an upgraded Mac Studio, which Gurman expects to arrive in the middle of 2026, followed by new iMac and Mac mini models.
Apple planning 'new colors' for iMac update this year
Since introducing the current iMac design in 2021, Apple has upgraded the chip inside twice while refreshing the colors just...
Family's $1M home renovation included kitchen upgrade, garage addition
Rather than buying a turnkey home, DeAnna Martino bought a house with good bones and remodeled the kitchen, bathrooms, and more for over $1 million.
Business rebates for energy upgrades
The City, in partnership with the Center for Energy and Environment (CEE), offers rebates for businesses making energy-efficiency improvements.
Mac Studio 512GB RAM Option Disappears Amid Global DRAM Shortage
Apple quietly updated Mac Studio configuration options this week, removing the 512GB memory upgrade. As of yesterday, there is no option to purchase a Mac Studio with 512GB RAM, with the machine now maxing out at 256GB. The Mac Studio starts with 36GB RAM, but there were upgrades ranging from 48GB to 512GB, with the higher tier upgrades limited to the M3 Ultra chip. Now there are options ranging from 48GB to 256GB, with wait times into May for the 256GB upgrade.
Windows 11’s March 2026 update is packing 9 new upgrades you’ll actually notice
Microsoft fine-tunes Windows 11 with some practical upgrades, more admin tools, and subtle UI polish in the March 2026 Patch Tuesday release.
Assassin's Creed Unity Xbox Footage Revealed For The New Series X|S Upgrade
It's out now on both systems
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra review: The stealth upgrade
While the S26 Ultra might not wow you with a ton of major improvements, it brings subtle upgrades across the board along with a new standout display for anyone who cares about privacy.
macOS Tahoe 26.3.1 update will "upgrade" your M5's CPU to new "super" cores
In otherwise minor software update, macOS now uses M5's new nomenclature.
Nothing Phone (4a) series goes official with major Pro upgrades from £349
Nothing has just launched its new Phone (4a) and Phone (4a) Pro with a slightly higher starting price, but some...
Weapons for Drake Maye: Patriots have options to replace Stefon Diggs
How can the Patriots upgrade their WR room after parting with Stefon Diggs? Phil Perry identifies a handful of intriguing names.
The latest Pixel Drop arrives with 8 useful upgrades for your Android phone
Not everything is exclusive to Pixel users. Some of the changes are coming to Android devices, too.
Funding to upgrade your small business equipment available
Small businesses looking for financial support to upgrade their spaces can now apply for the Tenant Improvement Program. We have two packages available in 2026: the sign package award of up to $15,000 and the equipment package award of up to $50,000. These packages help cover the cost of replacing essential items such as new […]
You Can Now Customize Your Calling Card on Android
Google's Calling Cards feature is getting an upgrade that brings it more in line with Apple's customizable Contact Poster on iOS.