Dev test round‑up from scrape run on May 6, 2026.
1. AMD adding HDMI 2.1 support for Linux – good news for Steam Machine
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Ars Technica reports that AMD’s open source drivers will finally add fixed-rate link and eventually Display Stream Compression, letting Linux PCs use modern 4K/120Hz features. It’s part of smoothing the way for Valve’s coming “Steam Machine” desktop.
2. Apple Intelligence may allow third‑party AI models in iOS 27
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Engadget’s Mark Gurman says Apple plans to let iPhone users choose from outside generative AI systems when the company rolls out ‘Apple Intelligence’ features in 2027. Apple is moving slowly but wants to provide options as part of its AI strategy.
3. UAE says it wants an AI‑run government within two years
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Fox News reports that the United Arab Emirates announced an aggressive goal to automate government operations with AI by 2028. Officials frame it as part of a global AI race and say regulation is an “80/20” issue.