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KDE Frameworks 6.8: Introducing Breeze Icons for Typst Files and Significant Bug Fixes
The KDE Project has launched KDE Frameworks 6.8, the latest monthly update to its suite of over 70 add-on libraries for Qt, which offers essential functionalities for KDE applications and the KDE Plasma desktop. This release is relatively modest but includes some noteworthy enhancements aimed at improving user experience and system stability. One of the…
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Unveiling GNOME 48: Release Schedule and Exciting New Features on the Horizon
GNOME 47, also known as ‘Denver’, introduced a variety of new features and improvements, exciting users, especially those on Ubuntu 24.10. As attention shifts to the next release, developers are gearing up for GNOME 48, dubbed ‘Bengaluru’, scheduled for March 19, 2025. Release Schedule Key milestones are set for GNOME 48’s development: Alpha Release –…
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KDE Gear 24.08.3 Released: Enhancements and Fixes for Your Favorite KDE Apps
The KDE Project announced the release of KDE Gear 24.08.3 today, marking it as the final maintenance update for the KDE Gear 24.08 suite of applications tailored for the KDE Plasma desktop environment and the GNU/Linux platform. Arriving nearly a month after KDE Gear 24.08.2, this latest version addresses issues with conditional ripped file pattern…
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Public Testing Begins for GIMP 3.0 Release Candidate
The development team behind the widely-used GIMP open-source image editing software has officially announced the general release of the Release Candidate (RC) version for the eagerly awaited GIMP 3.0. With a significantly improved interface, GIMP 3.0 brings substantial enhancements to color management, offers a stable public API that facilitates the porting of plug-ins and scripts…
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Burn My Windows Introduces Enchanting ‘Focus’ Effect for an Elevated User Experience
It has been some time since the stunning (if somewhat theatrical) Burn My Windows GNOME Shell extension introduced a fresh effect to delight enthusiasts of extravagant window opening and closing animations. However, with the release of Burn My Windows v44, now available on GNOME Extensions, it brings an exciting new feature – and it’s quite…
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Steam Client Update: Enhanced Game Recording and Boosted Native Linux Gaming Support
Today, Valve has introduced a stable update for the Steam Client across all supported platforms, addressing several bugs while adding a new built-in game recording feature and enhancing the experience for native Linux gamers. The standout feature in this latest update is Steam Game Recording, a built-in tool designed for capturing and sharing gameplay footage.…
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GIMP 3.0 Release Candidate Now Available for Testing: Join the Excitement!
It may seem like the next significant version of the open-source image editor The GIMP has been under development endlessly, but know that the excitement for its debut has been growing even longer – however, the wait is nearly at an end. Today, a release candidate for GIMP 3.0 was officially announced. This allows enthusiastic…
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LXQt 2.1 Launches: Explore the New Experimental Wayland Session!
The team responsible for the efficient LXQt desktop environment, developed using Qt, has announced the launch and general accessibility of LXQt 2.1. This significant update introduces a variety of new and exciting features. Among the main points of LXQt 2.1 is the introduction of an experimental Wayland session, achieved through the addition of a new…
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Raspberry Pi Unveils Major Upgrade for Its Compact Touch Display
Raspberry Pi has unveiled a new version of its 7-inch ‘Touch Display’ accessory. Considering the previous model was introduced 9 years ago, an update for this device was certainly anticipated. The Raspberry Pi Touch Display 2 features a higher-resolution display compared to its earlier version and adopts a more compact form factor, as the display…
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9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: Highlights and Updates for November 3rd, 2024
Welcome to the 212th edition of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup for the week concluding on November 3rd, 2024. This roundup keeps you informed about the key developments in the Linux universe. If you didn’t catch last week’s 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup, you can find it with all the essential GNU/Linux/Open Source updates here. Thank You! I would like to…
