- FreeBSD Foundation's Laptop Support and Usability Project receives over $750k funding to improve FreeBSD on laptops.
- Modern power management like S0ix is a key focus, aiming for at least 8 hours of active use on relevant laptop models.
- Kernel scheduler enhancements are being made to better support hybrid processors with performance and power-optimized cores.
- Open-source graphics drivers from Linux kernel are being updated, with ports of Linux 6.13 and 6.14 DRM states under review.
- Three WiFi 6 drivers are now supported: Intel IWLWIFI, Realtek RTW89, and MediaTek MT76.
- Audio driver support is being enhanced, and GPIO interrupts are being leveraged for low-latency touchpad handling.
- Progress on laptop usability, including power, graphics, WiFi, and touchpad improvements, is detailed in monthly status reports.