Category: App Updates
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New Features in Papers: Handwriting and Text Annotations Now Available in Latest Nightly Builds!
Handwriting and markup features have been introduced in Papers, the GNOME document viewer app that also serves as Ubuntu’s document viewer since version 25.04. The latest nightly builds allow users to annotate PDF documents using ink tools for drawings, signatures, and the ability to insert text boxes on forms. Previously, Papers had functionalities such as…
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Track AMD NPU Usage on Linux with Resources 1.10: New Monitoring Features Explained
A new version of the Linux system monitor, Resources 1.10, has been launched with added support for monitoring AMD Neural Processing Units (NPU) in real time, specifically on AMD Ryzen chips. This feature requires the use of the AMD XDNA driver and a Linux kernel version of 6.14 or newer, as well as updated amdnpu…
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Transmission 4.1.0 Now Available: Introducing Sequential Downloading and IPv6 UDP Tracker Support
A new version of the open-source Transmission BitTorrent client, 4.1.0, has been released, featuring various enhancements and user interface improvements across its GTK, Qt, and WebUI builds. The development team expressed their excitement over this completion, stating, "We’ve been working on this release for over a year now." Key updates in Transmission 4.1.0 include: IPv6…
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.NET 10 Servicing Update Now Live on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS: What’s New?
Microsoft’s .NET 10 has been officially integrated into the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS repositories since December, allowing users to install it easily via Apt. Recently, with the release of the .NET 10.0.1 servicing update, critical fixes for various runtime issues, as well as enhancements for ASP.NET Core and Entity Framework Core, are now accessible. The partnership…
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Wine 11.0 Launches with Ntsync Support, Complete WoW64, and Exciting New Features
Wine 11.0 Released: Enhancements in Performance and Compatibility Wine 11.0 has officially launched, offering significant updates to the popular open-source compatibility layer that allows Windows applications to run on Linux and macOS. This year’s release introduces two major features: support for the ntsync kernel module, which enhances performance, and a fully optimized WoW64 mode, capable…
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Firefox 147 Launches with XDG Support on Linux, Enhanced Auto-PiP, and More Exciting Features!
Firefox 147.0 has been released, marking the first major update of 2026 for the browser. This version brings several improvements, particularly for Linux users, but primarily focuses on foundational maintenance rather than introducing flashy new features. Key Changes in Firefox 147 Improvements for Linux One of the most significant updates is the resolution of a…
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Bazaar Unveils New App Icon and Exciting Features: A Fresh Start for Users
Bazaar, a GTK4/libadwaita frontend for Flatpak apps on Ubuntu, has recently received updates enhancing its features and design. One particularly noticeable change is the new app icon, which now features a marketplace motif, complete with a striped awning and shapes symbolizing the official Flathub logo. This fresh design is perceived as a more fitting representation…
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Shotcut 25.12: Unlocking Full 10-Bit Video Editing Support!
A new version of Shotcut, a popular open-source video editor, has been released, marking an exciting time for video editing enthusiasts on Linux. The release, Shotcut 25.12, introduces full support for 10-bit video editing within the CPU pipeline, eliminating the previous limitations that forced users to choose between GPU effects or basic CPU filters. With…
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Pinta 3.1 Released: Explore New Axonometric Grids, Marching Ants, and More Features!
Following its beta release in September, Pinta 3.1 is now officially available for download, introducing new features and various improvements. Pinta, an open-source cross-platform image editor, is known for being a more streamlined alternative to more complex tools like GIMP and simpler applications like Tux Paint. New Features in Pinta 3.1 Axonometric Grids: Users can…
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Turntable 5.0 Update: Discover Collapsible Player Controls and Your Year-End Recap!
A new update for Turntable, the universal music scrobbling tool and desktop widget for Linux, introduces exciting features aimed at enhancing user experience. This version now includes a year-end recap that summarizes your listening habits, providing a "wrapped" overview similar to popular streaming services. However, the developer, Evan Paterakis, notes that this feature is still…
