Category: News
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Major Update for Dash to Panel GNOME Extension: What’s New?
A significant update has been released for the popular GNOME Shell extension, Dash to Panel, which now includes new settings to transform from Dash to Panel into a dock-style mode. Previously, users looking for a dock aesthetic had to resort to workarounds or switch to different extensions, but this new update streamlines that process. Users…
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Kagi Introduces Orion Web Browser for Linux Users
Kagi, known for its private search engine, has officially announced the development of the Orion web browser for Linux. Previously, Orion was only available for macOS and iOS, aimed at surpassing Apple’s Safari and competing favorably with browsers like Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox. In a recent BlueSky post, Kagi expressed excitement about the launch,…
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Garuda Linux “Broadwing” Launches: Introducing the Mokka Edition and a Revamped Welcome App!
Garuda Linux “Broadwing” has officially launched, bringing with it a brand-new Mokka Edition and an updated Welcome app designed to enhance the overall user experience. This release updates several editions, including dr460nized, Hyprland, i3, and Sway. The latest version is based on the cutting-edge Linux 6.13 kernel and features a new Welcome app called Garuda…
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Ubuntu 24.04 Update: Resolving Touchscreen Quirks for Enhanced User Experience
An update for the Mutter display manager is set to be released for users of Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, bringing much-needed improvements for touchscreen functionality. While Ubuntu’s interface isn’t primarily designed for touch, recent changes aim to enhance user experience on touch-enabled devices. The update includes critical fixes, one of which addresses a significant annoyance: the…
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Exploring the New Features in GNOME 48 RC: Dynamic Triple Buffering and Wayland Color Management Protocol
The GNOME Project has announced the Release Candidate (RC) for GNOME 48 desktop environment, leading up to the final release set for March 19th, 2025. The RC includes several new features and improvements compared to its Beta and Alpha predecessors. One of the key enhancements is the support for the Wayland color management protocol in…
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Thunderbird 136 Release: Explore the New Appearance Controls for a Customized Email Experience
Desktop email client Thunderbird has transitioned to a monthly release schedule, as evidenced by the recent arrival of version 136.0. This update introduces several new features aimed at improving user experience. One of the standout enhancements is the automatic adaptation of email messages to dark mode, along with a quick toggle option in the header,…
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KDE Gear 24.12.3: Exciting Enhancements for Dolphin, Konsole, Tokodon, Itinerary, Kasts, and More!
The KDE Project has released KDE Gear 24.12.3, marking the final maintenance update for the KDE Gear 24.12 software suite. This update aims to enhance stability and usability across various KDE applications by addressing several bugs reported by users. Among the key improvements in this release is the expanded functionality of KDE Itinerary, particularly in…
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Huawei’s Next-Gen Laptops Set to Embrace Linux Instead of HarmonyOS
Huawei is reportedly contemplating launching its upcoming MateBook laptops with Linux instead of its proprietary HarmonyOS NEXT. While the company has previously offered Linux configurations for devices like the MateBook 13, 14, and 15, these options were primarily available in China and typically featured a version of Debian-based Deepin Linux. Initially, Huawei announced that all…
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PipeWire 1.4 Released: New RISC-V Support, MIDI2 Features, JACK Control API, and Additional Enhancements
The PipeWire project has released PipeWire 1.4, introducing significant enhancements and new features to this open-source multimedia server used widely across Linux systems for managing audio, video streams, and hardware interactions. Key updates in PipeWire 1.4 include: Configuration Changes: The client-rt.conf has been removed, standardizing client configurations so that all clients use client.conf and receive…
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Ubuntu 25.04 Unveils Exciting New PDF Viewer App: Now Rolling Out!
Earlier this year, Ubuntu announced the planned replacement of the document viewer app Evince with a new application called Papers. This modern GTK4/libadwaita fork aims to enhance the user experience by utilizing newer technologies. Though Evince remains a core app in GNOME 48, the upcoming GNOME 49 is expected to switch to Papers. Ubuntu has…
