{
  "id": 5876492,
  "title": "M2: Episode 1 (or, Asahi Linux on M3)",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/06/m2-episode-1-or-asahi-linux-on-m3",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-06T00:52:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Lobsters",
    "slug": "lobsters",
    "url": "https://asahilinux.org/2026/09/m2-episode-1/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "After months of development, support for M3 series machines has been incorporated into the installer, allowing Asahi Linux to officially run on Macs with these powerful chips. Now, Linux users can experience a seamless computing experience on M3 devices, with support for essential hardware features such as the webcam, internal microphones, USB connectivity (up to 10 Gb/s), hardware-accelerated video decoding (including AV1), WiFi, Bluetooth, and more.\n\nThe only remaining challenges for full compatibility are DCP support and GPU acceleration, which are expected to be addressed in future updates. It's important to note that these features are currently only accessible through the installer's Expert mode, which requires users to run a system upgrade after installation.\n\nAsahi Linux developers have been working diligently to bring this support to life, and they are grateful for the generous backing from backers on OpenCollective and GitHub Sponsors. This achievement represents years of tireless effort from many contributors, and the team is eager to hear your feedback as you put Asahi Linux to the test on your M3-powered Macs. They encourage you to embrace the experience and look forward to future updates that will further enhance performance and efficiency.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Asahi Linux now runs on M3 series Macs",
    "Supports webcam, microphone, USB, video decoding, WiFi, Bluetooth",
    "Expert mode required for full features after system upgrade"
  ],
  "editors_take": "This development marks a significant milestone in making Linux compatible with Apple's latest hardware, offering users a seamless computing experience on M3 devices with most essential features supported.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}