Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, codenamed “Jammy Jellyfish,” has just received its first point release, making it even more stable and reliable for users. This release, known as Ubuntu 24.04.1 LTS, is now available for download for all users who want to take advantage of the latest updates and improvements. One of …
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Vivaldi 6.9 Released with Tab Renaming, Mail Buffs + More
Vivaldi, the innovative web browser known for its customization options and user-friendly features, has just released a new version – Vivaldi 6.9. This latest update comes with several exciting new features, including tab renaming, mail buffs, and more. One of the standout features of Vivaldi 6.9 is the ability to …
Use Lilypad to Rearrange or Hide Panel Icons in GNOME Shell
GNOME Shell is a user-friendly desktop environment for Linux systems that allows users to customize the look and feel of their desktop. One common request from users is the ability to rearrange or hide panel icons to better suit their workflow. While GNOME Shell doesn’t offer this feature out of …
Tauon Music Player Adds Native Support for PipeWire
Tauon Music Player, a lightweight and open-source audio player for Linux, recently announced a major update that adds native support for PipeWire. This new feature will allow users to seamlessly play audio through PipeWire, a modern and versatile audio server that is rapidly gaining popularity in the Linux community. PipeWire …
Qt App Update Roundup: Calligra, Haruna, and Kdenlive
Qt is a popular cross-platform application framework that allows developers to create applications with a consistent user interface across different platforms. Recently, three Qt-based applications, Calligra, Haruna, and Kdenlive, have received updates with new features and improvements. Calligra is a suite of office and creative applications that includes a word …
Microsoft Hands Mono Over to the Wine Project
In a surprising move, Microsoft has announced that it is handing over control of the Mono project to the Wine project. This decision comes as a shock to many in the tech industry, as Mono has been a key part of Microsoft’s development strategy for years. Mono is an open-source …
Check Laptop Battery Health from the Command Line
Checking the health of your laptop’s battery is important in order to ensure that it is performing efficiently and will last for as long as possible. One way to do this is through the command line, which allows you to access detailed information about your battery’s condition. To check your …
LibreOffice 24.8 Released, This is What’s New
LibreOffice, the popular open-source office suite, has released version 24.8 with several exciting new features and improvements. The LibreOffice project, which aims to provide a free and open-source alternative to commercial office suites like Microsoft Office, has been gaining traction in recent years thanks to its robust features and compatibility …
This $149 RISC-V Tablet Runs Ubuntu 24.04
A groundbreaking new tablet has recently been released that is turning heads in the tech world. The $149 RISC-V tablet runs on Ubuntu 24.04, making it a unique and innovative device that is sure to appeal to both tech enthusiasts and casual consumers alike. RISC-V is an open-source instruction set …
Ubuntu Hits Pause on SRU Kernel Releases for September
Ubuntu has announced that it will be hitting pause on Stable Release Update (SRU) kernel releases for the month of September. This decision comes as the development team focuses on preparations for the upcoming release of Ubuntu 20.10, codenamed “Groovy Gorilla”. SRUs are incremental updates to Ubuntu’s stable kernel that …