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technology1 month ago•8 min saved

Switching Windows to Linux: Mostly Smooth, with One Missing Feature

A seasoned tech writer tests migrating two Intel-based Surfaces (Go 2 and Pro 8) from Windows to Linux, attempting Ubuntu 22.04, Zorin OS 18, and Fedora 43. He finds Linux installation has matured but still demands heavy terminal work, and ARM devices remain problematic. Fedora 43 works on the Surface Go 2 but lacks sleep support; Zorin runs but webcam issues persist; Ubuntu was abandoned after problems. Overall, Linux is workable for knowledgeable hobbyists and dual-boot is a sane path, but it's not beginner-friendly, and the author misses Windows Hello biometric login most of all.

via ZDNET|

#dual-boot #hardware-compatibility #linux

technology2 months ago•69 min saved

NexPhone: a Windows 11–powered pocket PC with dual-OS power coming in 2026

NexDock unveiled the NexPhone, a pocket-sized smartphone that can run Android, Linux, and Windows 11, with Windows 11 usable on the go and a full PC desktop experience when docked to a lapdock or monitor. Specs include a 6.58-inch 120Hz display, 12GB RAM, 256GB storage, 5G, and a Qualcomm QCM6490 chip, plus rugged MIL-STD-810H build, microSD, NFC, and 18W charging. It’s set to ship in Q3 2026 for $549, with a $199 deposit that goes toward the price, and ships with a 5-port USB-C hub for expanded connectivity.

via Windows Central|

#dual-boot #mobile-pc #nexdock

technology2 months ago•3 min saved

NexPhone: A midrange Android that dual-boots Windows 11 and runs Linux

Nex Computer is pushing the NexPhone, a midrange smartphone that can dual-boot Windows 11 for a full PC experience when hooked to a monitor, while also offering Android and Linux desktop modes. It uses a Qualcomm QCM6490, is rugged (MIL-STD-810H, IP68/IP69), and packs a 5000mAh battery with a 64MP camera. Windows mode requires reboot and driver work (with a future USB-C/DisplayLink solution), while Linux runs as an app on the phone for desktop-like use. Shipping is planned for Q3 2026 at $549, with refundable $199 deposits.

via The Verge|

#displaylink #dual-boot #nex-computer

technology3 months ago•8 min saved

Why Switching to Linux Can Revitalize Your Old PC

The author switched from Windows to Linux using CachyOS, an Arch-based distro, and reports a mostly smooth transition with hardware working well, some minor issues like mouse compatibility, and successful use for work and gaming, though some challenges remain, especially with certain apps and hardware.

via The Verge|

#cachyos #dual-boot #gaming