May brought a wealth of updates to various Linux applications, featuring significant enhancements to popular tools. Among the highlights is the release of Mission Center 1.0, a system monitor tool that received notable improvements, and BleachBit, the system cleaner, which also updated its version.
Additionally, web browsers like Mozilla Firefox and Vivaldi saw new releases, with the NordVPN Linux app finally introducing a user-friendly GUI.
Noteworthy Releases
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Plattenalbum 2.3.0: This is a GTK4/libadwaita frontend for browsing and playing music with the Music Player Daemon (MPD). The update enhances the player pane, simplifies the connection process, improves drag-and-drop feedback, and allows playback without suspending the system. Users can find it on Flathub.
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Shotcut 25.05: The cross-platform video editor introduces an Alpha Strobe video filter, a freeze frame option, and enhancements to the timeline, making video editing more versatile. Full details are available on the Shotcut download page.
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Upscaler 1.5.2: This offline AI image upscaling tool now allows users to load multiple images before upscaling, copy images to the clipboard, and gives the option to save images only if upscaled successfully. The latest version is available on Flathub.
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VirtualBox 7.2.0 (Beta): A major update set for the popular virtual machine software, adding support for Windows Arm hosts and making UI tweaks. Users should note that saved states from previous versions will not be compatible with this beta. The source code can be accessed here.
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Plank Reloaded 0.11.128: This updated version of the dock software adds theme support, functionality improvements, and new options for workspace management. The latest releases can be downloaded from the Plank Reloaded GitHub.
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Inkscape 1.4.2: This vector graphics editor now features a new splash screen, improved file import capabilities, and numerous bug fixes that enhance the overall user experience. Users can download Inkscape from the official website.
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Thunderbird 139: The email client has improved notification actions, allowing users to manage emails directly from desktop notifications. Bug fixes and usability enhancements round out this update, which can be downloaded from the Thunderbird website.
While these updates don’t cover every new release, they highlight significant improvements worth noting for Linux users. For further details, keep an eye out for next month’s roundup!