Category: News
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VirtualBox 7.2.6 Launches with Initial Support for Linux Kernel 6.19
Oracle has released VirtualBox 7.2.6, the third maintenance update in the VirtualBox 7.2 series of their cross-platform virtualization software. This version introduces initial support for the upcoming Linux 6.19 kernel, alongside various improvements and fixes. One of the significant enhancements in this release is improved full-screen support for multi-monitor setups. Additionally, it provides support for…
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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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Sneak Peek: COSMIC Desktop’s Stunning ‘Frosted Glass’ UI Effect
COSMIC Desktop is continuously evolving, with a fresh "Frosted Glass" UI effect previewed for its upcoming Epoch 2 release. This new feature, revealed by System76 co-founder Carl Richell, promises to add a stylish blur effect reminiscent of frosted glass to the interface. The engineering team has chosen a more efficient method for this effect called…
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Transmission 4.1: A Major Update for the Open-Source BitTorrent Client
Transmission 4.1 has been unveiled as a significant update to the renowned open-source BitTorrent client, which is available across various platforms and features both GTK and Qt-based interfaces, a headless daemon, and a web user interface. This latest version comes nearly three years after Transmission 4.0 and brings a host of enhancements aimed at improving…
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Run Canva’s Affinity on Ubuntu with This Unofficial AppImage
Linux has long been criticized for the absence of native applications like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. While there are capable open-source alternatives, many users prefer not to relearn different tools. Currently, a workaround exists for running Affinity v3 on Linux, thanks to the Windows compatibility layer, Wine. Acquired by Canva in 2024, Affinity transitioned to…
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Proton 10.0-4 Launches with Enhanced Compatibility for Drop Dead: The Cabin and Quantum Threshold
Valve has launched Proton 10.0-4 as the newest stable version of its open-source compatibility tool that allows Windows games to run on Linux through Steam Play. This update significantly enhances the gaming experience with expanded support for numerous titles. Among the new games now supported are Drop Dead: The Cabin, Quantum Threshold, and others such…
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Enhance Your GNOME Experience: Add Custom Toggles to Quick Settings with This Extension
A new GNOME extension called Custom Command Toggle allows users to personalize their Quick Settings menu by adding up to six custom buttons. This feature enables easy execution of commands, scripts, or service actions from the menu. Users can customize each toggle button with specific labels and icons, which can be selected from the Adwaita…
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CachyOS Set to Release January 2026 ISO Featuring KDE’s Innovative Plasma Login Manager
The Arch Linux-based CachyOS distribution has released a new ISO image for January 2026, featuring a large array of updates and enhancements. Among the highlights is the inclusion of the latest KDE Plasma 6.5.5 desktop environment. The new version comes with the Wayland session enabled by default and introduces the new Plasma Login Manager, which…
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GNU Guix 1.5 Released: Featuring KDE Plasma 6.5 and GNU Linux-Libre 6.17 Kernel
Noé Lopez announced the release of GNU Guix 1.5, the newest stable version of the advanced GNU distribution that champions user freedom. This latest update arrives after more than three years of development, bringing significant enhancements for software freedom enthusiasts, including the GNU Linux-libre 6.17 kernel and support for the latest KDE Plasma 6.5 desktop…
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Tonearm: The New Unofficial TIDAL Client for Linux Enters Beta Phase
Tonearm, a new unofficial TIDAL client for Linux, has recently entered beta testing, providing Linux users with a much-needed native app experience that TIDAL lacks. This GTK4/libadwaita application allows users to enjoy TIDAL’s features directly on their desktop without relying on the web player. With TIDAL not offering its own Linux client, users have had…
