Plasma 6.6 Continues To Shape Up With UI Cleanups, Smarter Hardware Support
KDE Plasma 6.6 will introduce improved hardware support and refined UI behavior across the desktop.
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Fastfetch 2.56 Arrives With Improved Config Loading and NUMA Detection
Fastfetch 2.56, the system information tool, enhances config loading, adds NUMA node detection, and broadens hardware and OS support.
PeaZip 10.8 File Archiver Boosts RAR and TAR Support
PeaZip 10.8 debuts an archive preview overhaul, upgraded RAR and TAR handling, and improved tools for inspecting items inside archives.
OBS Studio 32.0.3 Fixes Crashes During Shutdown and Canvas Removal
The new OBS Studio 32.0.3 hotfix resolves crashes triggered by shutdown events and canvas removal, improving smoother operation.
Jolla Launches Community-Funded Linux Phone
Jolla launches its new Linux phone with a €99 refundable pre-order, aiming for 2,000 backers to begin production by early 2026.
MinIO Ends Active Development, Steers Users Toward Paid AIStor
MinIO ends active development on its open-source offering and directs users toward the paid AIStor platform for ongoing features and support.
TUXEDO Gemini 17 Gen4 Debuts as Affordable Linux Desktop Replacement
The TUXEDO Gemini 17 Gen4 launches as an affordable Linux desktop replacement with an i9-14900HX, RTX 5070 Ti, and a 240Hz QHD display.
Ghostty Terminal Emulator Transitions to Non-Profit Status
Open-source terminal Ghostty moves under Hack Club’s non-profit umbrella, ensuring stability and mission-driven stewardship.
Calibre 8.16 E-Book Manager Introduces AI Book Insights
Calibre 8.16 adds AI book discussions, new recommendation tools, and support for local LM Studio models in a feature-packed update.
When Linus Met Linus: Insights from Torvalds’ Conversation with LTT
Linus Torvalds shares stories and views about Linux in a detailed conversation with YouTube host Linus Sebastian from Linus Tech Tips.