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.
Home Assistant
Home Assistant OS 18.0 is out now, here's what's new
This update to the popular home automation Linux distribution makes new installations easier to manage and better at optimizing RAM and storage.
Ubuntu
The next big Ubuntu feature will be voice dictation
Canonical has announced "Myna" which will convert your speech into text with the push of a keyboard shortcut on Ubuntu desktop.
KDE
KDE just made a debut on your TV
KDE's Bigscreen project is finally debuting as part of Plasma 6.7, out this week. It's built for use on a big-screen TV and purportedly has many compatible apps.
Distro Release
What's new in FreeBSD 15.1, out now
The update includes improvements to the find command, better choices for the kernel scheduler, and a smooth cloud installation experience.
DietPi
Here's what's new in DietPi v10.5
This DietPi update brings enhanced graphics driver and camera stacks, and it also enables some software for Raspberry Pi 2 devices.
Redox OS
Two Rust-based Linux alternatives just got big updates
Asterinas OS and Redox OS, two independent operating systems written in Rust, both gained new software ports and performance enhancements.