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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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9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: Highlights from January 25, 2026
The 276th edition of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup delivers key updates in the Linux world for the week ending January 25th, 2026. This week saw a few significant announcements including a maintenance update for GIMP 3.0, the release of MX Linux 25.1, Mozilla’s launch of an official Firefox RPM package for Linux, a new GNU…
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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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FOSDEM 2026: Spotlight on Funding, AI, and the Future of Politics
FOSDEM 2026 is scheduled for January 31 to February 1 in Brussels, Belgium, bringing together a diverse group of open-source enthusiasts, engineers, and companies. This popular annual event, which has been held since 2000, is expected to attract thousands of attendees and over 1000 speakers. As a free event, FOSDEM promotes open collaboration by allowing…
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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…
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Why Firefox’s Tab Notes Feature is a Game Changer for My Browsing Experience
Recently, my browsing habits seem to have changed quite a bit. I used to be someone who preferred to close tabs I didn’t need, but now I find myself with 25 open tabs—filled with everything from news articles to code repositories. This prompted me to ask, “Why did I leave this site open?” more often…
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Steam Client Update: Razer Raiju V3 Pro Controller Now Supported!
Valve has released a significant update to its Steam Client across Linux, macOS, and Windows platforms, enhancing Steam Input functionality with new controller support. The latest version now includes compatibility for the Razer Raiju V3 Pro controller, a wireless game controller for PS5 and PC, while also reinstating support for the Nintendo Switch 2 wired…
