Valve's Steam Frame VR headset is set to receive official support in the mainline Linux kernel 7.4 through new patches submitted by Neil Armstrong on behalf of Valve Software. Previously supported only in downstream SteamOS builds since September, this marks a significant step toward broader Linux compatibility.
The patches provide initial kernel-level support for system reserved memory, regulators, GPIO keys, PMIC functions, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth, I2C, and the built-in SD card slot. While not yet feature-complete, this foundation will simplify support across other Linux distributions without requiring custom code and tools.
This development is part of a larger Linux 7.4 update that enhances hardware compatibility, including HDMI upgrades with FreeSync VRR and auto low-latency features.
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