Coreboot 26.09 Lands With Framework Laptop 12 Support and an AI Comment Policy

The Coreboot project has shipped its 26.09 release, the newest quarterly feature update to the open-source software that replaces proprietary BIOS and system firmware on a growing range of devices.

A notable addition is support for the Framework Laptop 12, which joins the roster of compatible hardware. Coreboot has long worked with vendors who prioritize openness and repairability, and Framework's machines remain among the clearest examples of that philosophy.

Also worth noting is a new policy governing AI-generated comments in the development process. It reflects a broader trend of late: free-software communities are drafting rules for contributors who lean on AI tools when writing and reviewing code.

Coreboot follows a quarterly cadence, and the 26.09 release continues that tradition while widening the set of supported platforms. The full changelog is available in the project's official materials.

Source: Phoronix