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Valve developer Timur Kristóf improves support for aging AMD GPUs on Linux by disabling problematic memory clock dynamic power management
The fix targets Sea Islands GPUs and aims to enable higher memory clocks when DPM is off
Radeon R9 M380 in aging iMacs was one of the bug reports since June 2024
Progress comes as drivers show improvements with AMDGPU DC display code, though issues persist without DC
The upstreaming of patches is anticipated, indicating ongoing collaboration with the Linux community
The effort could revive Linux usability for decades-old Apple iMacs with GCN 1.1 GPUs
The broader Linux 7.0 cycle includes patches for HDMI, VRR, and graphics driver fixes
Timur Kristóf leads efforts as part of Valve's open-source Linux graphics driver team
The work aligns with broader Phoronix reporting on AMDGPU improvements and related patches
The community keeps tracking and documenting AMDGPU behavior across Linux distributions

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The RAM crisis is affecting a wide range of tech products beyond traditional PCs, including handhelds and consoles.
Valve's Steam Deck and related models are out of stock due to memory and storage shortages.
Nvidia has postponed new GPUs this year as memory costs rise, shifting focus to AI-related chips.
Sony reportedly considers delaying the PS6 until 2028 amid memory shortages.
Nintendo may hike Switch 2 prices due to ongoing memory price pressures.
Analysts expect no improvements in memory supply until 2028 as AI demand dominates.
RAM shortages are altering release timelines for major gadgets and gaming hardware.
Philips? (Note: Not mentioned; verify—this highlight focuses on broader impact across devices.)
Memory makers pivot supplies toward AI data centers, impacting consumer pricing and availability.
Analysts warn all devices—from phones to routers—could see price hikes due to RAM shortages.

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