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Steam Linux Market Share Surpasses 5% in Historic Milestone
In March 2026, Linux surpassed the 5% market share threshold on Steam for the first time, reaching a record high of 5.33%, up from 3.2% in December 2025. The growth was particularly strong among English-speaking users, who now account for 11.3% of Linux users on the platform, while Windows maintains dominance at 92.33%. The surge is attributed to the rising adoption of the Steam Deck and a shift in language preferences within the Steam user base. Hardware trends also show a decline in 32-GB RAM systems and an increase in 16-GB models, alongside changes in storage and graphics memory usage.
Elon Musk’s Terafab: $20 Billion Chip Factory for Tesla, SpaceX, and xAI – Ambition and Skepticism
Elon Musk has unveiled the ambitious Terafab project, a $20 billion semiconductor mega-factory in Austin, Texas, designed to produce chips for Tesla, SpaceX, and xAI. The vertically integrated facility aims to consolidate the entire value chain—from chip design to manufacturing—under one roof and reduce reliance on external supply chains. However, the planned 2-nanometer technology is seen as extremely challenging both technically and financially. Experts express skepticism, noting Musk’s lack of proven success in scaling complex production processes.
ASRock and MSI have updated their products to fully support the new Intel Core Ultra 200S Plus processors. ASRock has revised its 800 Series motherboards, while MSI has introduced new motherboards and AI-powered gaming desktops equipped with the advanced chips. The integration enables users to experience enhanced performance, improved compatibility, and AI-driven features. These developments highlight the growing importance of Intel Core Ultra in the PC and gaming industries.
TCL has unveiled its first smartphone featuring an anti-glare AMOLED display powered by NxtPaper technology, designed to reduce eye strain. The TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro is now available in Germany and Austria for €299, equipped with a 6.9-inch display, a stylus, and a Max Ink Mode for extended battery life. The technology integrates seven core features, including circular polarization and blue light reduction, with a next-generation version expected to launch before the end of 2026.
Intel Nova Lake-S and AMD Olympic Ridge: Next-Gen CPUs Set for 2027 Launch
Intel and AMD have delayed the launch of their next-generation CPUs to 2027. Intel plans to debut its Core Ultra Series 4 processors, codenamed 'Nova Lake-S', likely at CES, while AMD will release its Zen 6-based Ryzen desktop CPUs under the name 'Olympic Ridge'. Both generations are expected to deliver higher performance, larger cache sizes, and continued support for the AM5 socket. The delay is attributed to ongoing silicon and DRAM shortages affecting the broader PC industry.