Category: Kde
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Step-by-Step Guide: Upgrading to KDE Plasma 6.5 on Kubuntu 25.10
If you’re a user of Kubuntu 25.10, you can upgrade to KDE Plasma 6.5 using the Kubuntu backports PPA. The release of Kubuntu 25.10 on October 9, 2025, included KDE Plasma 6.4. However, KDE Plasma 6.5 was released shortly after on October 21, providing users with new features and improvements. KDE Plasma 6.5 introduces several…
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KDE Plasma 6.5 Launches: Enjoy Rounded Corners, Clipboard Pinning, and Exciting New Features!
KDE Plasma 6.5 has been released, boasting an array of enhancements including automatic theme switching and a revamped clipboard function. This update marks the sixth major iteration in the KDE Plasma 6 series and builds on various improvements introduced since 2024. Key Highlights One of the most noticeable changes is the introduction of rounded bottom…
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KDE Frameworks 6.18 Introduces Copilot Key Support for Seamless App Launching on Your Laptop
The KDE Project has released KDE Frameworks 6.18, which brings several enhancements and features, particularly in the realm of usability and visual performance. This update comes alongside notable versions of KDE Plasma 6.4.5 and KDE Gear 25.08.1. One of the standout features in this release is the capability to utilize the Copilot key on laptops…
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KDE Unveils First Alpha of Its Exciting New Linux Distribution
KDE has launched the alpha version of its new Linux distribution, KDE Linux, which aims to provide a ‘reference implementation’ for the KDE Plasma desktop environment. Unlike traditional Linux distributions, KDE Linux is an immutable operating system, meaning its core components are housed in a read-only filesystem. This innovative approach is designed to prevent accidental…
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Exploring KDE’s Initial System Setup (KISS) Tool in KDE Plasma 6.5: A First Look
With the upcoming release of KDE Plasma 6.5, scheduled for late October 2025, the KDE Project is set to introduce the KDE Initial System Setup tool (KISS). This tool aims to simplify the process of setting up new installations of the KDE Plasma desktop environment, particularly for OEM installations on laptops. KISS is designed specifically…
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KDE Plasma Introduces Automatic Day/Night Theme Switching for Enhanced User Experience
KDE Plasma is set to introduce an automatic day/night theme switching feature in its upcoming version, fulfilling a long-standing request that dates back to 2019. This new setting allows users to automatically switch their Global Theme based on the time of day—light themes during the day and dark themes at night. Additionally, users can customize…
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KDE Frameworks 6.16 Boosts Plasma’s GPU Detection for Enhanced Performance
The KDE Project has released KDE Frameworks 6.16, enhancing the functionality of its add-on libraries for Qt, which are essential for KDE applications and the Plasma desktop environment. This update introduces several key improvements, including refined detection of the most powerful GPU available, enabling users to easily select the optimal GPU for running applications. In…
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KDE Update Disables Feature That Could Trigger Seizures: What You Need to Know
KDE Plasma 6.4 has introduced an important update with the release of version 6.4.1, which addresses a potential risk for photosensitive users. The new version disables the ‘highlight window’ effect that was defaulted in the Task Manager thumbnails, a feature that could cause screen flickering at certain frequencies that might induce seizures. While KDE Plasma…
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KDE Enhances User Experience with Innovative ‘First Run’ Setup Tool
KDE developers are revamping the ‘first run experience’ for users setting up KDE Plasma on new devices. This improvement draws inspiration from the sleek, guided setup processes found in Windows and macOS. Currently, KDE Linux distributions manage user creation through the Calamares installer, which, while functional, lacks the polish that users expect. To counter this,…
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KDE Plasma 6.4.1 Released: Explore New Enhancements and Bug Fixes
The KDE Project has released KDE Plasma 6.4.1, marking its first maintenance update for the KDE Plasma 6.4 desktop environment series. This new version features various enhancements and bug fixes aimed at improving user experience. One of the notable changes in KDE Plasma 6.4.1 is the improved readability of graph axis labels across the desktop,…
