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Winsage

April 30, 2025

Microsoft at 50: the 4 worst train wrecks in the company’s history

His public persona included performances like the “Monkey Boy Dance” and the “Developers” video, which gained viral attention but also led to ridicule. During his leadership, Microsoft experienced a decline, losing market share in internet search to Google, social networking to Meta, and mobile computing to Apple. Microsoft had previously dominated the tech industry with MS-DOS and Windows, but failures in its operating systems had significant repercussions for the company and the tech landscape.

Winsage

March 24, 2025

The best Windows laptop for work has one major letdown

HP’s OmniBook Ultra 14 is a premium productivity laptop priced around ,100 for a model with a 1TB drive and 16GB of RAM, and approximately ,300 for a version with 32GB of RAM. It features an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375, a 12-core processor, and offers nearly 13 hours of battery life. The laptop weighs about 1.5kg and measures 1.5cm in thickness, with a design that combines aesthetics and functionality. It includes two USB-C ports with Thunderbolt 4, a 3.5mm jack, and a USB-A port. The QHD IPS touchscreen is bright for indoor use, and it has an integrated camera and microphone for virtual meetings. The AI capabilities include an AI Assistant app and a dedicated Copilot button for Microsoft’s assistant, but the practical applications of the AI technology are limited. Comparatively, the OmniBook Ultra 14 outperforms other laptops in its category, such as the Framework Laptop 13 and Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x, particularly in AI capabilities and processing power.

AppWizard

March 20, 2025

Google says its new Linux Terminal feature isn’t a replacement for Android’s desktop mode

Google has introduced a Linux Terminal app for Android, allowing users to run a Debian instance within a virtual machine. This app aims to integrate more Linux applications, tools, and games into the Android ecosystem, rather than providing an additional desktop environment. The Linux Terminal app features a text-based command line interface and does not include a graphical desktop environment by default, although users can install desktop environments like XFCE or GNOME. Google is enhancing the Android Virtualization Framework (AVF) to support this development, with plans for future updates to improve functionality, including tab support and GPU acceleration. Currently, launching Linux apps outside of the Terminal is limited, but Google envisions a future where Linux applications work seamlessly alongside native Android apps in desktop mode.

AppWizard

March 7, 2025

Your Android phone will run Debian Linux soon (like some Pixels already can)

Qualcomm claims that its Snapdragon 8 Elite CPU outperforms Intel's Core Ultra 288V chip. Google has introduced a native Linux Terminal application in its March 2025 Pixel Feature Drop, available exclusively on the latest Pixel devices running Android 15. This Linux Terminal operates on a Debian Linux virtual machine and allows users to run desktop Linux applications directly from their devices. Users must enable Developer Mode to access the app, which requires downloading a 500MB Debian package. Graphical user interface applications are not yet supported, but enhancements in Android 16 are expected to improve compatibility with traditional PC input methods and display options. There is speculation about a potential merger between Android and Chrome OS, aiming for a seamless integration between smartphone and desktop experiences. The integration of Linux into Android devices may lead to large Android phones and tablets replacing traditional laptops for some users.

AppWizard

November 12, 2024

Android 15 QPR2 confirms Google is adding a Linux Terminal app, finally

The latest beta release of Android 15 QPR2 includes a Terminal app that allows developers to run Linux applications within a virtual machine. This feature can be activated through a developer setting under Settings > System > Developer options by toggling the “Linux development environment” setting. The Terminal app is designed to download, configure, and run an instance of Debian within a virtual machine environment, utilizing the Android Virtualization Framework (AVF). The Terminal app currently faces stability issues, crashing upon launch. The introduction of this app indicates Google's intention to enhance productivity on Android devices and suggests a strategic push to enable developers to leverage Linux applications on mobile devices.

Winsage

June 26, 2024

Samsung VP James Kitto Interview: The Union Of Qualcomm’s ARM, Windows’ AI And Samsung’s Galaxy Book4 Edge

Samsung recently launched the Galaxy Book4 Edge, which uses Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite chipset designed for laptops. The laptop offers great battery life, incredible screens, and interoperability between phones and PCs. The X Elite chipset outperforms existing chips from AMD and Intel. The Book4 Edge also features Galaxy AI, which can be accessed by connecting a Galaxy handset to the laptop. Samsung emphasizes the Galaxy smartphone as the center of its ecosystem, with the Book4 Edge serving as a companion device.

Winsage

May 23, 2024

Intel’s next-gen Lunar Lake processors will launch in new AI PCs sooner than you think, hot on the heels of Snapdragon X and ARM

Intel's Lunar Lake processors are expected to be integrated into OEM devices between July and September 2024, with a focus on AI capabilities including upgraded NPUs and the Battlemage GPU.

BetaBeacon

April 24, 2024

Qualcomm introduces Snapdragon X Plus for Windows PCs

Qualcomm has unveiled the Snapdragon X Plus platform, featuring a 10-core Qualcomm Oryon CPU and a 45 TOPS NPU for high-speed and efficient computing on-the-go. The platform promises up to 37% faster CPU performance and 54% less power consumption compared to competitors, benefiting a wide range of users. Kedar Kondap, Senior Vice President at Qualcomm, highlighted the platform's potential to transform the personal computing space and revolutionize the PC industry.