Linux Mint is preparing new Xapps: EPUB reader and calendar
The Linux Mint monthly newsletter gives us a sneak peek at two new Xapps: an EPUB file reader and a calendar application.
Fish 4.9 arrives improving upon the tab completion.
Fish 4.9 is now available with improvements to variables, slicing and documentation, plus new fixes in versions 4.9.1 and 4.9.2.
GPT-6 Astra, the new OpenAI model that promises to run only on your computer
The GPT-6 Astra offers the autonomy to perform tasks on your computer, but it also comes with risks. What does this new model offer? Find out here.
WINE 11.17 arrives with vkd3d 2.1 and almost 400 changes
WINE 11.17 is now available, and it comes with a longer-than-usual changelog that includes more bug fixes.
Tails 7.12 inaugurates its new cycle of releases every two weeks
Tails 7.12 is now available with Tor Browser 15.0.21, Electrum 4.8.1, improved hardware support, and a new bi-weekly release cycle.
Vivaldi 8.2 improves support for PWAs, and the company is preparing an enterprise-grade version of the browser.
Vivaldi 8.2 integrates a calculator into the URL bar and improves support for PWAs, while preparing a version for businesses.
D7VK 2.2 improves Direct3D 3 support for playing Windows classics on Linux
D7VK 2.2 is now available with significant improvements for Direct3D 3, compatibility fixes, and optimizations for retro games.
Linux avoids mandatory age verification in California thanks to a new exemption
California approves an exemption for Linux and free software from its age verification law. Find out all the details here.
DXVK 3.1 arrives with improvements for WINE, Proton, and DXGI presentation.
DXVK 3.1 is now available with support for DXGI presentation parameters, improvements for WINE and Proton, and new bug fixes.
EndeavourOS releases Titan Nova with Linux 7.1.8 and prepares for the move to Wayland
EndeavourOS Titan Nova is now available with Linux 7.1.8, Mesa 26.1.7, NVIDIA improvements and bug fixes.
Brave launches Email Aliases to hide your real email address
Brave 1.94 introduces Email Aliases, a feature that lets you hide your real email address when signing up for online services and reduces spam.
Category highlights
GhostLock, the Linux flaw that can allow escape from a container
GhostLock (CVE-2026-43499) is a vulnerability in the Linux kernel that allows privilege escalation and can facilitate container escapes.
AerynOS is updated with GNOME 50.4, Plasma 6.7.4 and Linux 7.1.8
AerynOS has begun rolling out a new update to its Unstable branch with significant new features for the desktop, the kernel…
Tails 7.11 fixes an issue that prevented Persistent Storage from being enabled
Tails 7.11 is now available as a new update for this Linux distribution focused on privacy and anonymity….
D7VK 2.1 halves the loading times of some classic games
D7VK 2.1 comes with improvements that reduce loading times for classic games, as well as fixes and new performance adjustments.
Omarchy 4.0 rewrites your entire desktop with Quickshell
Omarchy 4.0 is now available with a completely rewritten Quickshell desktop, dual boot support, and a smaller ISO.
Manjaro 26.1 comes with GNOME 50 and KDE Plasma 6.7
Manjaro 26.1 is now available with GNOME 50 and KDE Plasma 6.7, in addition to maintaining its rolling release model based on Arch Linux.
OpenAI launches GPT-5.6-Cyber, its cybersecurity-focused AI with restricted access
Meet GPT-5.6-Cyber, OpenAI's new cybersecurity model that completes 95% of advanced tasks.
SparkyLinux 8.4 restores support for 32-bit systems
SparkyLinux 8.4 is now available based on Debian 13.6, with support for 32-bit systems, Linux 7.1 from its repositories, and new images.
BlueFerry brings iPhone iMessage and SMS to the Linux desktop via Bluetooth
BlueFerry is an open-source application that allows you to send and receive iMessages and SMS messages from your iPhone using Linux via Bluetooth.
Linux Mint improves kernel management and now offers new HWE ISOs with Linux 7.0
Linux Mint will make kernel management easier with a new tool that will allow you to choose which branch to use and when.
CachyOS receives its August update with a new Shelly and server profiles.
CachyOS releases its August 2026 update with Shelly rewritten in Zig, experimental profiles for its future Server edition.
Here's how you can try out the Nova design of the future Firefox
Mozilla is working on a new design for Firefox, and the name they've chosen is Nova. We'll tell you how to try it now.
IceWM 4.1 improves window focus control
IceWM 4.1 is now available with new options for controlling window focus, stability improvements, and bug fixes.
AerynOS 2026.08 adds support for OpenZFS and updates systemd
AerynOS 2026.08 is now available with experimental support for OpenZFS, systemd 261.2, Linux 7.1 and improvements to the Moss package manager.
Archcraft 26.08 debuts a new Sway session and Linux 7.1
Archcraft 26.08 is now available with a new Sway session for Wayland, Linux 7.1, and installation improvements.
4MLinux 52.0 improves support for older GPUs with Linux 6.18 LTS
4MLinux 52.0 is now available with Linux 6.18 LTS, improvements for older graphics cards via Mesa, and updated software.
GNU Nano 9.2 incorporates a new check for terminal output
GNU Nano 9.2 is now available with a new check for terminal output, plus various bug fixes.
Arch Linux strengthens AUR security with new restrictions
The Arch Linux AUR temporarily disables package adoption and strengthens its security measures following the recent attack.
ChatGPT is finally preparing its official Linux application
OpenAI is preparing the arrival of ChatGPT on Linux and already allows registration to receive a notification when the official application is available.
GNOME 50.3 improves remote desktop with AMD GPU acceleration
GNOME 50.3 is now available with hardware acceleration for remote desktop on AMD GPUs, plus various bug fixes.
COSMIC Desktop 1.5 improves Chromium scaling and wallpapers
COSMIC Desktop 1.5 is now available with improvements to Chromium scaling and a revamped wallpaper management system.
NVIDIA is forging an alliance to strengthen the security of open AI.
NVIDIA announces the Open Secure AI Alliance, an initiative with technology companies to develop security tools for AI.
Google Chrome is now officially available for Linux ARM64
Google Chrome is now officially available for Linux ARM64 with DEB and RPM packages, offering all its features on Raspberry Pi.
FireDragon v13 is completely rewritten and improves privacy and performance
FireDragon v13 is now available with a complete rewrite, new setup wizard, and DuckDuckGo as the default search engine.
Thunderbird 153 is now available with improvements to OAuth and numerous bug fixes
Thunderbird 153 is now available with improvements to OAuth, Thundermail integration, color indicators for accounts, and other fixes.
LibreOffice 26.2.5 is now available with 21 bug fixes and stability improvements
LibreOffice 26.2.5 comes with 21 bug fixes, improvements to Writer and Calc, and more stability for Linux, Windows, and macOS users.
The EU imposes a record fine on Google for violating the Digital Markets Act
The EU fines Google €890 million for favoring its own services and restricting developers. Learn the details of the fine and the reactions from Brussels and the company.
Tails 7.10 improves protection against data loss
Tails 7.10 is now available with improvements to protect persistent storage, a new version of Tor Browser.
Presence: OpenAI's platform that brings AI agents to businesses with a consulting model
OpenAI launches Presence, a platform for deploying AI agents in companies with governance, simulations and continuous improvement.
Raspberry Pi launches an official 10-inch touchscreen for $80
Raspberry Pi launches a 10,1-inch Touch Display 2 with IPS panel, 1200 × 1920 pixel resolution and ten touch points.
VirtualBox 7.2.14 adds initial support for Linux 7.2
VirtualBox 7.2.14 is now available with initial support for Linux 7.2, improvements for RHEL 9.8 and 9.9, and UEFI fixes.
Canonical launches Enterprise Store to manage Snap and Charms on private networks
Canonical launches Enterprise Store, a solution included in Ubuntu Pro for managing Snap and Charms on private and isolated networks.
NetworkManager 1.58 adds support for CLAT, GENEVE, and 6 GHz Wi-Fi
NetworkManager 1.58 is now available with support for CLAT, GENEVE, 6 GHz Wi-Fi, nmcli improvements, and various new features for Linux networks.
Firefox 153 arrives with HDR video, PDF merging, and QR codes
Firefox 153 is now available with HDR playback, PDF merging, QR codes for sharing pages, and other new improvements.
Mozilla releases Firefox 153 ESR with improvements to PDF, web development, and security
Firefox 153 ESR is now available as Mozilla's new extended support version with improvements to PDF, web development, and stability.
IPFire 2.29 Core Update 203 completely renews its DNS system
IPFire 2.29 Core Update 203 replaces Unbound with Knot Resolver, adds DNS-over-TLS, a new DNS firewall, and multiple improvements.
Hyprland 0.56 improves Lua scripting and window layouts
Hyprland 0.56 is now available with improvements to Lua scripts, new advancements for window layouts, and multiple bug fixes.
D7VK 2.0 arrives with up to double the performance improvements in classic games
D7VK 2.0 is now available with up to 2x performance improvements, greater compatibility, and numerous fixes for classic games.
X promises to become an open-source platform
X could become an open-source platform after completing a security audit and publishing all of its source code.
Nexus AI Workstation: Slimbook presents its new equipment for local AI
Nexus AI Workstation is Slimbook's new family of workstations for local artificial intelligence.
Clonezilla Live 3.3.3 adds network cloning via reverse connection
Clonezilla Live 3.3.3 is now available with network cloning via reverse connection, Linux kernel 7.0 and multiple bug fixes.
Scrcpy 4.1 adds support for the VP8 and VP9 encoders
Scrcpy 4.1 is now available with support for VP8 and VP9 encoders, compatibility improvements, and various stability fixes.
Debian 13.6 is now available with 124 bug fixes and 120 security patches
Debian 13.6 is now available with 124 bug fixes, 120 security patches, and new ISO images for installing Trixie.
WINE 11.13 arrives with optimizations for FFmpeg and almost 200 changes
WINE 11.13 has arrived as the latest development version of the software with a rather short list of highlights.
Vivaldi 8.1 improves tab management with a more intuitive experience
Vivaldi 8.1 is now available with improvements to tab management, stability optimizations, and various bug fixes.
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Work, the new AI agent for complex tasks
OpenAI presents ChatGPT Work, an AI agent that automates documents, spreadsheets, and presentations with GPT-5.6.
OpenAI ends ChatGPT Atlas to focus on the new ChatGPT app
ChatGPT Atlas will be retired by OpenAI, which will integrate its navigation and agent functions into the new unified ChatGPT application.
Linux Mint will provide full support for Wayland in the next version of Cinnamon
The next version of Linux Mint will offer full support for Wayland in Cinnamon, while maintaining X11 and adding other important improvements.
Deepin 25.2 arrives with intelligent search and numerous improvements
Deepin 25.2 is now available with smart file search, improvements for Treeland and DDE, plus multiple optimizations.
postmarketOS 2026-06 incorporates Plasma 6.7 and new improvements for mobile Linux
postmarketOS 2026-06 incorporates Plasma Mobile 6.7, a new USB tool in Rust, improvements to Duranium, and extended support.
Phosh 0.56 adds a charge meter to the top bar
Phosh 0.56 is now available with a new load meter, improvements for immutable distributions, tablets, and multiple bug fixes.
SteamOS 3.8.14 fixes a major Wi-Fi issue
SteamOS 3.8.14 is now available with a major Wi-Fi fix, as well as system security and stability improvements.
Ultramarine 44 is now available with Fedora 44, Linux 7.0 and KDE Plasma 6.7
Ultramarine 44 is now available with Fedora 44, Linux 7.0, KDE Plasma 6.7 and updated versions of GNOME, Xfce and Budgie.
KDE Linux is now available in ISO format, which makes it easier to install on virtual machines, among other things.
KDE Linux, still in alpha version, is now offered as an ISO image, making it easier to test in virtual machines.
Parrot 7.3 improves performance with builds optimized for modern CPUs
Parrot 7.3 is now available with packages optimized for modern CPUs, new tools, images for Vagrant, and performance improvements.
WINE 11.12 arrives with Mono 11.2 and more than 200 changes
Having received the previous version on June 12th and taking into account the phase we are in,…
Kali Linux 2026.2 makes the leap to GNOME 50 and introduces profound improvements to NetHunter
Kali Linux 2026.2 arrives with GNOME 50, Kernel 6.19, and improvements to NetHunter. We analyze the key changes in package management and more.
CachyOS adds Hyprland with Noctalia in its June 2026 release
CachyOS releases its June 2026 snapshot featuring Hyprland and Noctalia, DNS-over-QUIC support, and numerous system updates.
Eustella: the European AI alternative that challenges the Silicon Valley giants
Eustella arrives to revolutionize AI in Europe. Discover this privacy-focused assistant, its pricing, and why it outperforms ChatGPT.
KaOS 2026.06: reinvention of its new stable version and a radical architectural change
The new KaOS 2026.06 has arrived, featuring Dinit as the default operating system and marking the final farewell to KDE Plasma. Discover all the technical changes here.
GE-Proton 11-1 arrives with Discord Bridge, OptiScaler and new improvements
GE-Proton 11-1 is now available with Discord Bridge, OptiScaler, compatibility improvements, and new fixes for Linux games.
COSMIC 1.1 arrives with COSMIC Monitor and numerous desktop improvements
COSMIC 1.1 is now available with the new COSMIC Monitor tool, usability improvements, and numerous desktop fixes.
GNU nano 9.1 arrives with changes to the internal search and cleaning of the code
GNU nano 9.1 is now available with improvements to search, changes to syntax highlighting, and multiple bug fixes.
Seedance 2.5 promises 4K video and near real-time generation
Seedance 2.5 promises 4K video and faster generation to continue driving audiovisual creation through artificial intelligence.
Shelly 2.4 improves package management in Arch Linux with new features
Shelly 2.4 is now available with new features, improved AUR integration, and a more convenient package management experience.
PorteuX 2.7 comes with Linux 7.1, KDE Plasma 6.7 and numerous updates
PorteuX 2.7 is now available with Linux 7.1, KDE Plasma 6.7, updated software and improvements for modern hardware.
SteamOS 3.8.11 is now available with a major fix for Steam Deck
SteamOS 3.8.11 is now available for Steam Deck and fixes a bug that prevented the use of the virtual keyboard on the lock screen.
Raspberry Pi OS gets an update with Linux 6.18 LTS and multiple improvements
Raspberry Pi OS receives a new update with Linux 6.18 LTS, stability improvements, greater compatibility, and revamped packages.
SparkyLinux 2026.06 comes with Linux 7.0 and numerous updates
SparkyLinux 2026.06 is now available with Linux 7.0, updated software, and compatibility improvements for modern hardware.
Tails 7.9 is now available with improvements for Tor Browser and new firmware
Tails 7.9 is now available with Tor Browser 15.0.16, compatibility improvements for modern hardware, and new security fixes.
Arch Linux cleans over 1.500 malware-affected packages in the AUR and restricts new user registrations
Arch Linux has successfully contained a malware campaign that affected over 1.500 AUR packages. The official repositories remain secure.
SteamOS 3.8 is now available with a new kernel, improved graphics, and support for Steam Machine.
SteamOS 3.8 is now available with a new kernel, graphics improvements, more device compatibility, and initial support for Steam Machine.
Mozilla releases Thunderbird 152 with a major improvement for Thundermail
Thunderbird 152 is now available with automatic configuration for Thundermail, security improvements, interface tweaks, and bug fixes.
Mozilla updates Firefox 152 with redesigned settings and HDR support
Firefox 152 is now available for download with a revamped interface, multimedia improvements, and support for new web technologies.
PeppermintOS launches a new systemd-free edition based on Devuan Excalibur
PeppermintOS launches a new edition based on Devuan Excalibur that does away with systemd, maintaining its lightweight, fast and flexible approach.
AUR suffers a new malware campaign affecting multiple packages
New malware campaign in AUR affects multiple Arch Linux packages and reopens the debate on security in community repositories.
This is the PiBrick PocketCM5, a mini Linux PC with a physical keyboard and AMOLED screen.
PiBrick PocketCM5 transforms Raspberry Pi CM5 into a pocket-sized Linux computer with an AMOLED screen, physical keyboard, and open design.
Claude Fable 5: Anthropic's new beast that aims to redefine artificial intelligence
Is Claude Fable 5 the ultimate AI? We analyze its programming power, the controversial token consumption, and its new security measures.
IPFire 2.29 – Core Update 203 introduces DNS encryption and security improvements
IPFire 2.29 - Core Update 203 is now in testing with Knot Resolver, encrypted DNS, 6 GHz Wi-Fi support, cloud improvements, and new bug fixes.
Mozilla activates Firefox VPN for users in Spain
Mozilla now allows Firefox users in Spain to use its free VPN. There will be a monthly limit of 50GB, a fairly generous amount.
ARM vulnerability: Linux receives patches for the critical flaw CVE-2025-10263
ARM vulnerability: Linux receives mitigations for CVE-2025-10263, a critical flaw affecting numerous Arm processors.
Euro-Office is now a reality and debuts alongside Nextcloud Hub 26 Spring. The desktop version will have to wait.
Euro-Office is now available within Nextcloud Hub 26 Spring, offering collaborative document editing with good compatibility.
RefreshOS 3.0 brings KDE Plasma 6 to Debian Stable users
RefreshOS 3.0 is now available with KDE Plasma 6 on Debian Stable, offering a modern experience without sacrificing stability.
Alpine Linux 3.24 comes with GNOME 50, KDE Plasma 6.6 and support for COSMIC
Alpine Linux 3.24 is now available with GNOME 50, KDE Plasma 6.6, support for COSMIC and multiple updates.
The Document Foundation questions Euro-Office's discourse on digital sovereignty
The Document Foundation criticizes part of Euro-Office's discourse and reopens the debate on digital sovereignty, open standards and formats.
aMule 3.0.0 is announced with performance improvements and support for AppImage and Flatpak
aMule 3.0.0 has arrived after five years of development. Among other things, Linux users will be able to use its AppImage.
GNOME 50.2 fixes a problem that inflated the size of H.264 recordings
GNOME 50.2 improves screen recordings with H.264 and VA-API, reducing video size and optimizing hardware compression.
Ardour 9.7 arrives with key improvements for MIDI editing and greater stability
Ardour 9.7 is now available with improvements to MIDI editing, performance optimizations, and fixes that make working more fluid.
Brave Origin is now available in a stable version. Reminder: It's free for Linux users.
Brave Origin has released its first stable version. It's Brave without the features that give Brave its personality, and it's free only on Linux.