Linux users, rejoice! CachyOS fixes Nvidia issues and kills buggy browser
CachyOS is back with its latest May 2025 release, and yes, Nvidia users can finally breathe a sigh of relief. After months of headaches caused by the distro switching to the “open” Nvidia module, older GPUs like the 10xx series were left limping along with buggy Nouveau drivers. That mess is now cleaned up. The ISO now automatically detects your GPU and loads the correct driver.
The changes don’t stop there, folks. If you’re into aesthetics, the boot process just got a fresh coat of paint. There’s a new Plymouth boot animation and GRUB theme that help unify the distro’s visual identity. It’s a small touch, but it makes a difference.
Arch Linux-based SteamOS 3.7.8 update brings Plasma 6, better battery controls, and Legion Go S support
Valve has officially pushed SteamOS 3.7.8 to the Stable channel, and it’s a hefty one. After months of development in the beta lane, the refreshed version of the Arch-based operating system is finally ready for primetime. This release brings a number of notable enhancements to Steam Deck users and expands support for a growing family of AMD-powered handheld gaming PCs, including Lenovo’s awesome new Legion Go S.
One of the more welcomed changes is the jump to the Linux 6.11 kernel and Mesa graphics stack update, helping to squeeze out more performance and compatibility with newer hardware. But perhaps more impactful for everyday users is the switch to KDE Plasma 6.2.5 in desktop mode, marking a major visual and functional upgrade over the older Plasma 5 environment. This should make the Steam Deck’s desktop experience feel far more modern and snappy.
Silicon Power UD90 M.2 2230 NVMe SSD is designed for portable gaming
Silicon Power is sure to excite the portable gaming community with the new 2230 variant of its popular UD90 solid state drive. This nifty SSD, though small in stature with dimensions of just 22.0mm x 30.0mm x 3.7mm, packs a punch in terms of storage, available in 500GB, 1TB, and 2TB capacities, and weighing a mere 3g. It is ideal for handheld gaming devices like the Steam Deck and ROG Ally.
Despite its compact form, the UD90 delivers rapid speeds, utilizing a PCIe Gen 4x4 interface. When it comes to reading data, the 500GB model offers up to 4,700MB/s, the 1TB reaches up to 4,900MB/s, and the 2TB model tops out at 5,000MB/s. Writing data is just as swift, with the 500GB version at 1,700MB/s, and both the 1TB and 2TB models providing up to 3,200MB/s. For it to work its magic, you'll need a computer equipped with an M.2 slot that supports the PCIe interface.