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Omdia: Global PC market grew 7% in Q3 2025 as Windows 10 end-of-service deadline nears
Winsage
October 9, 2025

Omdia: Global PC market grew 7% in Q3 2025 as Windows 10 end-of-service deadline nears

In the third quarter of 2025, global desktop and notebook shipments reached 72 million units, a 6.8% increase from the previous year. Notebook shipments rose by 4% to 57.2 million units, while desktop shipments surged by 17% to 15.2 million units. This growth is attributed to the upcoming end-of-support deadline for Windows 10, prompting demand for upgrades. A September 2025 survey indicated that only 39% of B2B customers had upgraded their PCs, with 18% planning to continue using Windows 10 after the deadline. Key industry players like Qualcomm and Intel are launching new products, with CES 2026 expected to highlight innovations in PC technology. In terms of vendor performance for Q3 2025: - Lenovo shipped 19.4 million units (26.7% market share, 17.4% growth). - HP shipped 15.0 million units (20.7% market share, 10.7% growth). - Dell shipped 10.1 million units (14.0% market share, 2.6% growth). - Apple shipped 6.6 million units (9.0% market share, 4.3% growth). - Asus shipped 5.8 million units (8.0% market share, 7.1% growth). - Others accounted for 15.6 million units (21.6% market share, -3.8% growth).
Apple's Mac sales grow 4.3% YoY in Q3
Winsage
October 9, 2025

Apple’s Mac sales grow 4.3% YoY in Q3

Total shipments of desktops, notebooks, and workstations in the global PC market rose by 6.8% to reach 72 million units in Q3 2025. Apple’s Mac shipments increased by 4.3% year-over-year, surpassing 6 million units for the fifth consecutive quarter. Notebook shipments climbed by 4% to 57.2 million units, while desktop shipments grew by 17% to 15.2 million units. Lenovo led the market with a 17% growth, shipping 19.4 million units, followed by HP with 15.0 million units (11% increase), Dell with a 3% growth, Apple with mid-single-digit growth, and Asus with 5.8 million units (7% increase). The demand surge is attributed to the impending end-of-support deadline for Windows 10.
From Postgres extensions to global spotlight, DocumentDB sparks clash between open source ideals and corporate cloud power politics
Tech Optimizer
September 1, 2025

From Postgres extensions to global spotlight, DocumentDB sparks clash between open source ideals and corporate cloud power politics

DocumentDB originated as a pair of PostgreSQL add-ons in 2024, designed to manage BSON data models and facilitate document queries. It evolved into a standalone database within a year, leveraging PostgreSQL's reliability while offering NoSQL flexibility. DocumentDB has been adopted under the MIT license, fostering community engagement, and is supported by major companies like Microsoft, AWS, and Google. The project aims to provide an open document database that combines NoSQL flexibility with PostgreSQL's power and ecosystem. Its transition to the Linux Foundation has garnered support from industry giants, although concerns about vendor neutrality and influence on community governance have been raised. DocumentDB is seen as a response to MongoDB's restrictive licensing, promoting a more interoperable standard for document databases. Jim Zemlin from the Linux Foundation highlighted DocumentDB's role in filling a gap in the document database ecosystem.
Windows on Arm vs Intel: Which laptop platform is right for you?
Winsage
May 27, 2025

Windows on Arm vs Intel: Which laptop platform is right for you?

The Windows laptop market has shifted towards devices powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon processors, moving away from traditional Intel and AMD architectures. This initiative, known as Windows on Arm, has produced notable products like the Asus ZenBook A14 and Dell XPS 13, which are praised for their performance in AI applications and impressive battery life. These devices can run Intel-based applications through an emulation layer called Prism, which translates x86-64 code into ARM64 instructions, allowing compatibility with non-native software. While they perform well for office tasks and some creative applications, limitations exist in gaming and high-demand software due to the need for specific drivers and graphics performance. Currently, the market features three Windows on Arm processors: Snapdragon X Elite, X Plus, and X. Pricing for these laptops often exceeds ,000, making Intel and AMD options more appealing for budget-conscious consumers.
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