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Aura Glass Gives the GNOME Desktop a Complete Frosted-Glass Makeover

OnAugust 17, 2026
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Aura Glass gives the GNOME Desktop a polished glassmorphism makeover with dynamic blur, multiple color schemes, custom styling, and an interactive installer.

Firefox 154 Adds WebSocket Local Network Protection and New AI Controls

OnAugust 17, 2026

Mozilla Firefox 154 strengthens local network privacy, adds a Manage AI shortcut, improves PDF handling, and expands web platform support.

Linux Kernel 7.2 Released with Btrfs, Scheduler, and Networking Improvements

OnAugust 17, 2026

Linux kernel 7.2 is out with cache-aware scheduling, Btrfs large folios, Rust on s390, and broad networking and virtualization improvements.

GIMP 3.4 Takes Shape with New Project Format and Better PSD Support

OnAugust 16, 2026

GIMP developers preview major 3.4 features, including a new project format, improved PSD compatibility, and expanded non-destructive editing.

nnn 5.3 Terminal File Manager Adds Native Preview Pane, Better Fuzzy Filtering

OnAugust 15, 2026

nnn 5.3 “Mai Tai” introduces a native preview pane, improved fuzzy filtering, lazy-loaded plugins, new plugins, and numerous usability fixes.

Bazaar Joins GNOME Circle, Targets GNOME 52 as GNOME Software Successor

OnAugust 15, 2026
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Bazaar, the modern Flatpak-focused app store, joins GNOME Circle while targeting GNOME 52 as part of GNOME’s plans beyond GNOME Software.

GNOME 51 Beta Released with New Fingerprint UI, Blur Support, and More

OnAugust 15, 2026

GNOME 51 Beta is now available with background blur support, reduced-motion improvements, HDR enhancements, and updates across Shell, Mutter, Settings, and apps.