Category: Battery &Amp; Power
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Track Your Linux Laptop Battery Health Easily with Wattage: A Comprehensive Guide
If you’re using Linux on a laptop, one of the most pressing concerns is keeping an eye on your battery status. While basic battery life indicators are often sufficient for daily use, sometimes you need more detailed insights—like capacity, current health, charge cycles, voltage, and other specifics. For Ubuntu users, the built-in GNOME Power Manager…
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Power Profiles Daemon 0.30: Preparing for Linux Kernel 6.14 Compatibility
A new version of the Power Profiles Daemon (PPD) has been released and is set to enhance Ubuntu 25.04. The PPD is an essential tool for users of Ubuntu and Linux Mint, allowing them to manage power modes through graphical interfaces or command line. The latest version, 0.30, introduces several important adjustments, though these may…
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How to Display Real-Time Power Usage in Watts on Ubuntu’s Top Panel
If you’re interested in monitoring your Ubuntu laptop’s energy consumption in real time with minimal hassle, there’s a new GNOME Shell extension that simplifies the process. “Why would I need to monitor energy usage?” – if this question arises, perhaps the need isn’t evident to you. This tool is particularly appealing to the inquisitive types;…
