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Ubuntu 24.04 Addresses Bluetooth Audio Connection Problems: What You Need to Know
If you’re an Ubuntu 24.04 LTS user who often runs into problems connecting to Bluetooth audio devices, there’s good news: a significant update to the Bluetooth stack is being released this week. Numerous users have reported issues where paired Bluetooth audio devices like earbuds and phones fail to connect after a system suspend or restart.…
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Audacity 3.7.2 Enhances Linux AppImage for Ubuntu 22.04 LTS Users
Audacity 3.7.2 has been released as the latest stable version of this popular open-source digital audio editor and recording software. This update addresses various bugs, stability issues, and introduces several enhancements, particularly for the AppImage bundle targeting Ubuntu 22.04 LTS. Key improvements include: An option to disable automatic tempo detection. Integration of UUID instance support.…
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Major Update for Dash to Panel GNOME Extension: What’s New?
A significant update has been released for the popular GNOME Shell extension, Dash to Panel, which now includes new settings to transform from Dash to Panel into a dock-style mode. Previously, users looking for a dock aesthetic had to resort to workarounds or switch to different extensions, but this new update streamlines that process. Users…
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9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: Highlights from March 9th, 2025
The 230th edition of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup for the week ending March 9th, 2025, highlights significant updates in the Linux software landscape. Notable releases this week include updates to the Firefox web browser, Ubuntu Touch mobile OS, Thunderbird email client, PipeWire multimedia server, KDE Gear software suite, Clonezilla Live disk cloning tool, Garuda Linux…
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Kagi Introduces Orion Web Browser for Linux Users
Kagi, known for its private search engine, has officially announced the development of the Orion web browser for Linux. Previously, Orion was only available for macOS and iOS, aimed at surpassing Apple’s Safari and competing favorably with browsers like Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox. In a recent BlueSky post, Kagi expressed excitement about the launch,…
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Garuda Linux “Broadwing” Launches: Introducing the Mokka Edition and a Revamped Welcome App!
Garuda Linux “Broadwing” has officially launched, bringing with it a brand-new Mokka Edition and an updated Welcome app designed to enhance the overall user experience. This release updates several editions, including dr460nized, Hyprland, i3, and Sway. The latest version is based on the cutting-edge Linux 6.13 kernel and features a new Welcome app called Garuda…
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Ubuntu 24.04 Update: Resolving Touchscreen Quirks for Enhanced User Experience
An update for the Mutter display manager is set to be released for users of Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, bringing much-needed improvements for touchscreen functionality. While Ubuntu’s interface isn’t primarily designed for touch, recent changes aim to enhance user experience on touch-enabled devices. The update includes critical fixes, one of which addresses a significant annoyance: the…
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Exploring the New Features in GNOME 48 RC: Dynamic Triple Buffering and Wayland Color Management Protocol
The GNOME Project has announced the Release Candidate (RC) for GNOME 48 desktop environment, leading up to the final release set for March 19th, 2025. The RC includes several new features and improvements compared to its Beta and Alpha predecessors. One of the key enhancements is the support for the Wayland color management protocol in…
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Thunderbird 136 Release: Explore the New Appearance Controls for a Customized Email Experience
Desktop email client Thunderbird has transitioned to a monthly release schedule, as evidenced by the recent arrival of version 136.0. This update introduces several new features aimed at improving user experience. One of the standout enhancements is the automatic adaptation of email messages to dark mode, along with a quick toggle option in the header,…
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KDE Gear 24.12.3: Exciting Enhancements for Dolphin, Konsole, Tokodon, Itinerary, Kasts, and More!
The KDE Project has released KDE Gear 24.12.3, marking the final maintenance update for the KDE Gear 24.12 software suite. This update aims to enhance stability and usability across various KDE applications by addressing several bugs reported by users. Among the key improvements in this release is the expanded functionality of KDE Itinerary, particularly in…
