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Ubuntu Development Discussions Transitioning to Matrix: What You Need to Know
Ubuntu’s developers have officially decided to transition their primary communication platform for real-time discussions to Matrix. Starting March 1, 2025, critical conversations involving the Ubuntu distribution, such as development requests and meetings, will shift from the existing IRC channels to Matrix. The change will primarily affect the #ubuntu-devel and #ubuntu-release channels on the Libera IRC…
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KaOS Linux 2025.01 Arrives with Linux Kernel 6.12 LTS and KDE Plasma 6.2
KaOS Linux has launched its latest version, 2025.01, which includes the Linux Kernel 6.12 LTS and the KDE Plasma 6.2 desktop environment. This independent distribution is based on Arch Linux and employs the pacman package manager. In this release, users will find the updated KDE Plasma 6.2.5, along with KDE Gear 24.12.1 and KDE Frameworks…
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Pinta 3.0 Beta Launches with Exciting New GTK4/Libadwaita User Interface
A new beta release of Pinta, an open-source graphics editing application, is now available for testing. This latest version, Pinta 3.0 (beta), offers fans of this cross-platform raster image editor—modeled after the popular Paint.NET for Windows—an early look at several new features. One of the most significant updates in Pinta 3.0 is its redesigned user…
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Mozilla Thunderbird 134 Introduces Enhanced Notification System for Instant Desktop Alerts
Mozilla Thunderbird 134 has launched as the latest development version of the popular, open-source email client, offering a new notification system designed for real-time desktop alerts. This release is primarily intended for testing purposes and introduces several bug fixes alongside the new notification feature. Users can expect improvements in stability and reliability as Thunderbird 134…
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Pebble Smartwatch Makes a Comeback with Google’s Open Source OS Release
Good news for fans of the original Pebble smartwatches! Google has open-sourced the PebbleOS, the operating system that powered these iconic devices. The decision follows Google’s acquisition of Pebble’s assets through the Fitbit buyout in 2021, later realizing that the community’s interest in the Pebble brand persists. The open-sourcing of PebbleOS allows developers and enthusiasts…
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Varia Download Manager Now Supports yt-dlp for Enhanced Downloading Experience
A significant update to the Varia download manager was released over the weekend, touted by its developers as the "biggest since the first release." Although the necessity of dedicated download managers has diminished with faster internet speeds and the rise of streaming services, they still play an important role due to features like resuming interrupted…
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Solus 4.7 Launches with Linux 6.12 LTS, GNOME 47, KDE Plasma 6.2, and Xfce 4.20 Upgrades
The Solus development team has announced the release of Solus 4.7, the latest iteration of their independent rolling-release distribution, which is available for Budgie, GNOME, KDE Plasma, and Xfce editions. This version is a follow-up to Solus 4.6 and features the Linux 6.12 LTS kernel, Mesa 24.3 graphics stack, and a variety of updated desktop…
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Shotcut 25.01 Video Editor Introduces Native Wayland Support for Linux Flatpak Users
Shotcut has released version 25.01 of its open-source video editing software, introducing significant updates for Linux users. This latest version, released over two months after Shotcut 24.11, includes native Wayland support within the Flatpak package, meaning it’s ideal for users running a GNU/Linux distribution with a Wayland session. For those looking to update, Shotcut is…
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Discover What’s New in GNOME 48 Alpha: Now Available for Public Testing!
The GNOME Project has released the alpha version of GNOME 48, offering a glimpse into the upcoming desktop environment’s features and improvements. This public testing phase showcases significant updates, including OSD notifications for headphone connections, new support for screen time and health breaks, and a Wellbeing panel in the Settings app. Among the noteworthy enhancements,…
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Ubuntu 24.04.2 Set to Launch on February 13 with Linux Kernel 6.11
Ubuntu 24.04.2 LTS is set to be released on February 13th, coinciding with Valentine’s Day. Canonical’s Florent Jacquet announced the date on the Ubuntu Developer mailing list, reminding developers to limit non-essential package uploads to ensure smooth testing and preparation for this release. Typically, point releases do not introduce new features but instead offer significant…