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Potential Makeover for the Controversial Rubbish Icon in Ubuntu 25.10
Designers in the Ubuntu community are contemplating a redesign of the iconic trash icon found in the Yaru icon theme. The trash icon, which serves as a default highlight on the Ubuntu dock, has not seen a cohesive design in years. Its visual inconsistency, particularly the full-colour icon which resembles a postbox instead of a…
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9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: Highlights from June 23rd, 2025
The latest installment of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup, dated June 23, 2025, brings exciting updates from the Linux community. A significant KDE Plasma update has been released, introducing various new features for users to enjoy. The new KDE Plasma 6.4 desktop environment is now available, showcasing multiple enhancements and functionalities aimed at improving the desktop…
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postmarketOS 25.06: Exciting Updates with New Device Support and systemd Integration
postmarketOS 25.06 has been officially released, marking an exciting update for this Linux-based mobile operating system. This version introduces support for several new devices, including the Google Pixel 3A XL, Motorola Moto G5 Plus, and various Xiaomi models such as the Mi 9T and POCO X3 NFC. Built on top of Alpine Linux 3.22, postmarketOS…
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Kubuntu 25.10 Embraces the Future: Wayland-Only Installation as X11 Support is Dropped
Kubuntu 25.10 will exclusively support a Wayland session by default, similar to the changes made in the regular version of Ubuntu. This update, set for release on October 9, 2025, signifies a notable shift away from the traditional X11 desktop session. The move to a Wayland-only environment isn’t unexpected, as GNOME developers are actively phasing…
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Darktable 5.2: New Features Unveiled in the Latest Release of the Open-Source RAW Image Editor
Darktable has just released version 5.2, bringing a host of new features and enhancements to this open-source RAW image editor. This update includes support for popular cameras such as the Canon EOS R5 C, Fujifilm GFX100RF, Fujifilm GFX100S II, Nikon COOLPIX P1100, and Nikon Z5_2. One of the standout features in Darktable 5.2 is the…
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ONLYOFFICE 9.0 Launch: Discover New Themes, AI Tools, and More!
A new version of the open-source productivity suite, ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors, has been released, featuring significant improvements and enhancements. The latest version, ONLYOFFICE 9.0, showcases a fresh "Modern Light" and "Modern Dark" theme, which introduces restyled UI elements, enhanced spacing with floating toolbars, and new icons. This modern theme is available across document, spreadsheet, presentation,…
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Calibre 8.5: Enhancing the Kobo Experience with Improved Driver Support in This Open-Source E-Book Manager
Calibre developer Kovid Goyal has announced the release of Calibre 8.5, a stable update for the open-source, cross-platform e-book manager software. This latest version arrives a month and a half after the previous release, Calibre 8.4, and it introduces significant enhancements, particularly to the Kobo driver. Among the key updates, users can now change how…
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Mozilla Discontinues ‘Deepfake’ AI Detector Add-On: What You Need to Know
Mozilla is shutting down its Fakespot Deep Fake Detector extension, effective June 26, 2025. This add-on, designed to help users identify whether content was produced by humans or generated by AI, will cease to function after only modest traction with around 3,000 active users. The decision follows the discontinuation of the main Fakespot AI-powered review…
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Fwupd 2.0.12: New Support for HP Portable USB-C Hubs and Enhanced Linux Firmware Updating
Fwupd 2.0.12 has been released as a maintenance update for the open-source Linux firmware update utility, bringing several important improvements and new features. This release comes roughly a month and a half after the previous version, fwupd 2.0.11. Among the key additions in fwupd 2.0.12 is support for HP Portable USB-C hubs, expanded compatibility with…
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Enhancing Convenience: UxPlay Control Extension Simplifies AirPlay Sharing
If you’re looking for an easier way to manage UxPlay on Ubuntu or any Linux distribution that uses GNOME Shell, there’s a new extension available called UxPlay Control. This extension provides a straightforward way to control the UxPlay AirPlay server by adding a lightweight applet to the top panel, allowing users to start and stop…
