TUXEDO Unveils InfinityBook Max 15: A Linux Laptop with Ryzen AI 9
The new TUXEDO InfinityBook Max 15 starts at €1,689, offering Ryzen AI 9 power, RTX graphics, and full Linux support in an aluminum chassis weighing 1.95 kg.
Google Releases Magika 1.0: AI-Powered File Type Detection Tool
Magika 1.0 debuts as Google’s AI-driven open-source file identification tool rebuilt in Rust, doubling file type coverage and delivering 99% accuracy.
Kubuntu Website Inaccessible Due to SSL Configuration Mistake
The official Kubuntu site is currently inaccessible due to an HTTPS setup issue, but the real concern isn’t the certificate itself — it’s what this says about the project’s reputation.
Calibre 8.14 E-Book Manager Adds Tolino Firmware Support
Calibre 8.14 e-book manager introduces Tolino driver updates, improved language suggestions, and a new Virtual Library shortcut.
AI Controversy Forces End of Mozilla’s Japanese SUMO Community
The SUMO Japanese team quits en masse, accusing Mozilla’s AI system of erasing years of community translation work.
GNOME 50 Ends the X11 Era After Decades
GNOME 50 completes the long migration to Wayland, dropping X11 backend code and relying on XWayland for any remaining compatibility needs.
Linux Mint’s Cinnamon Menu Gets New Layout Customization Options
Linux Mint users can now move the search bar and reposition system buttons in Cinnamon’s menu, and the project also introduces a revamped System Information tool.
KDE Gear 25.08.3 Apps Collection Rolls Out, Here’s What’s New
KDE Gear 25.08.3 bugfix update brings fixes and improvements for Kdenlive crashes, Dolphin’s zoom handling, Okular stability, and Kate’s editor behavior.
SQLite 3.51 Brings New JSONB Functions and Better Performance
SQLite 3.51 introduces new JSONB functions, improved query performance, enhanced CLI tools, and expanded support for 64-bit WebAssembly builds.
Flatpak Development Restarts with Fresh Energy and Clear Direction
After a difficult period, the Flatpak project regains stability and focus under new maintainers with the 1.17 pre-release, the first update in six months.