Software Updates
Feishin 1.14 adds karaoke-style lyrics for self-hosted music servers
The music listening app for Jellyfin, OpenSubsonic, and Navidrome servers was updated with neat features for karaoke fans and more.
Software Updates
What's new in LibreOffice 26.8 (in beta now)
Expected in August 2026, this update brings a new "Draft" view to Writer, a shuffle command to Calc, and a new slide section feature to Impress.
Software Updates
Meshy, a Linux-native MeshCore client, is looking better
In addition to a new app icon, the app for LoRa mesh communications also brings improvements for region selection and for message routing.
Redox OS
Rust-based Redox OS is getting more gaming capabilities
While it's still experimental as an operating system, its support for playing games is improving, and there's an exciting project on the horizon.
Flathub
That vibe-coded app will probably be abandoned, if Flathub is any indication
Only about a quarter of vibe-coded apps tracked since early 2026 are still seeing frequent updates, calling into question the reliability of such software.
Security
GNU Guix users need to update now to stay safe
Multiple dangerous vulnerabilities have patches available now. Putting off updates risks both remote and local privilege escalation, plus DOS attacks.
KDE
You can now download a KDE Linux ISO for testing
KDE Linux is also getting better quality assurance, a new developer mode, and improved Firefox integration. Plus, CD ripping gets attention.
Software Updates
2 more Soundcore headsets just got open source support
OpenSCQ30 adds support for the Soundcore Sport X20 and Soundcore Liberty 4 Pro wireless earbuds while also improving the app experience.
Software Updates
Kodi 22 beta is here. This is what's new in "Piers"
Kodi 22, nicknamed "Piers," is adding multi-disc game management, more HDR support, improved video navigation, and more.
Software Updates
Calibre 9.10 is here: This is what's new
The update includes a completely revamped user interface for the content server, brand-new web app support, and improved book searches.
Linux Laptops
Kubuntu Focus' Linux laptops got updated with new processors
The upgrade to the Arrow Lake-powered processors offer a performance boost of six percent, and they now come with Kubuntu LTS 26.04. The prices, unfortunately, also got a boost.
Jellyfin
Jellyfin 12 is almost here, these are most exciting upgrades
On the way for the open source media server is a new default theme, vastly improved book support, plus fixes for long-standing bugs with TV schedules and more.