Are you tired of staring at a dull desktop every day? The new Picture of the Day app for Ubuntu might just be what you need. This innovative application showcases a fresh wallpaper daily, pulling images from well-known sources such as NASA, Bing, Wikimedia, and the sci-fi artist Simon Stålenhag.
With Picture of the Day, you can effortlessly preview the latest images and set them as your desktop wallpaper. This app is designed to reduce decision fatigue by offering a curated selection instead of an overwhelming array of options. Furthermore, it minimizes the risk of displaying inappropriate content by offering a controlled set of image sources.
Here’s a breakdown of the sources available in Picture of the Day:
- NASA Astronomy Picture of the Day
- Bing’s image of the day (including the previous week)
- Wikimedia Picture of the Day
- Artwork from Simon Stålenhag, known for his thought-provoking sci-fi illustrations.
The app is built using Rust and features a GTK4/libadwaita GUI, making it compatible with the modern GNOME environment of Ubuntu. You just need to grant it permission to change your desktop background, either manually or automatically.
For those keen on customization, Picture of the Day is a great way to enjoy beautiful imagery without the hassle of searching for new wallpapers. Future updates are expected to include additional image sources and features for saving favorite images.
Install Picture of the Day on Ubuntu
To get started with Picture of the Day, it can be installed from Flathub. Note that the app requires the GNOME 48 runtime, which is shared with all compatible applications. Alternatively, you can compile the source code available on GitHub.
• Get Picture of the Day on Flathub
Transform your desktop experience and embrace a new wallpaper every day!