Linuxiac Weekly Wrap-Up: Week 47 (Nov 17 – 23, 2025)
Catch up on the latest Linux news: AlmaLinux 9.7, Debian Libre, Blender 5.0, Plasma 6.5.3, Bottles 60.0, Proxmox VE 9.1, PHP 8.5, iDescriptor brings iPhone management to Linux, and more.
iDescriptor Brings iPhone Management to Linux
iDescriptor brings iPhone management to Linux, enabling app installs, file access, AirPlay, and device controls in a free, open-source application.
MariaDB 12.1 Database Arrives with Faster Aria Engine
The new MariaDB 12.1 update introduces a segmented key cache, MDL scalability gains, and several enhancements across the database engine.
Thunderbird Pro Nears Launch with New Website and $9 Early Bird Plan
Thunderbird Pro’s new website goes live as the service nears launch, introducing a $9 Early Bird plan with Thundermail, Send, and Appointment.