GIMP 3.0.6 is the latest 'micro release' update to the current 3.0.x stable series, containing a bug and crash fixes, UI tweaks and other assorted changes. You're reading GIMP 3.0.6 Update is a Bug-Fix Backport Bonanza, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.| OMG! Ubuntu
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS is out next April, serving as the next long-term support release of the Debiab-based Linux distribution. Every version gets a unique codename. You're reading Ubuntu Reveal Codename of Next Year’s 26.04 LTS, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.| OMG! Ubuntu
Parallels Desktop 26.1 update adds a driverless version of Parallels Tools for Linux, using the in-kernel VirtIO to power guest and host system integrations.| OMG! Ubuntu
Check in for a recap of Linux app releases in September 2025, including updates to gThumb, Apostrophe, Rio Term, MPD Client Euphonica and more! You're reading Linux App Release Roundup (September 2025), a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.| OMG! Ubuntu
Linux Mint users can expect an easier time switching between keyboard layouts and input methods in the next version of the GTK-based Cinnamon desktop.| OMG! Ubuntu
We look at GNOME 42's new features in this run-down, including a new GNOME Shell theme, screenshot experience, libadwaita ports, and much, much more.| OMG! Ubuntu
If you see the "unable to capture a screenshot, all possible methods failed" error when using GNOME Screenshot in Ubuntu, it is not a bug – but by design.| OMG! Ubuntu
KDE has launched its own immutable Linux distribution in alpha. It acts as a 'reference implementation', offering atomic updates, Flatpak apps and more.| OMG! Ubuntu
A new version of the Raspberry Pi Imager, a cross-platform and open source Qt-based image flashing tool is available for testing — with a BRAND NEW look.| OMG! Ubuntu
An update to the Floating Mini Panel GNOME Shell extension is out, adding the ability to move the compact panel to a different part of the screen by clicking. You're reading Mini Floating Panel Adds New Auto-Positioning Options, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.| OMG! Ubuntu
UK users may be confused why Imgur is no longer working in the country. The owners of the image hosting platform has geo-blocked the country due to data privacy. You're reading Imgur Not Available in the UK After Data Regulator Threatens Fine, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.| OMG! Ubuntu
Tiling Shell v17 is out with a handful of new options for keyboard-driven workflows, including shorts to switch between tiling layouts. GNOME 49 support also added. You're reading GNOME 49 Support, New Keyboard Options Added to Tiling Shell, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.| OMG! Ubuntu
Linux kernel 6.17 is released with Intel Xe3 graphics, SmartMux support for AMD hybrid GPUs, Legion Go S drivers, SSD write improvements – and a lot more! You're reading Linux Kernel 6.17 Released, This is What’s New, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.| OMG! Ubuntu
The way to autostart applications in Ubuntu has changed, as the standalone 'Startup Applications' tool not included in 25.10 — don't panic; it's still possible. You're reading Ubuntu 25.10 No Longer Includes Startup Applications Tool, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.| OMG! Ubuntu
System76's new COSMIC desktop environment has hit beta, and available for testing in the new Pop!_OS 24.04 beta. Both are available to download right now. You're reading Pop!_OS 24.04 (with COSMIC Desktop) Just Hit Beta, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.| OMG! Ubuntu
Raspberry Pi today unveiled the new Raspberry Pi 500+ — a ‘premium’ version of its compact keyboard PC that uses mechanical switches, RGB backlighting and is pre-fitted with an SSD. “Raspberry Pi 500+ puts the power of Raspberry Pi 5’s quad-core 64-bit Arm processor and RP1 I/O controller into an ergonomic and tactile mechanical keyboard, combining uncompromising performance with 16GB RAM and 256GB NVMe storage,” they say. Those who dig the idea of the your keyboard being the ...| OMG! Ubuntu
If you want weather information displayed directly on your Ubuntu desktop, the Desktop Widgets GNOME Shell extension is worth checking out. See why inside. You're reading This GNOME Weather Widget Puts Forecasts Directly on Your Desktop, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.| OMG! Ubuntu
Elementary OS 8.0.2 is available to download — the final minor update before the next major release due late 2025. On offer is a new kernel, GPU drivers and fixes. You're reading elementary OS 8.0.2 Released with Linux 6.14 Kernel, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.| OMG! Ubuntu
The new OBS Studio 32.0 release is out, with support for higher-quality recordings out-of-the-box, new filters and effects, a plugin manager and plenty of bug fixes. You're reading OBS Studio 32.0 Brings New Plugin Manager, NVIDIA RTX Effects, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.| OMG! Ubuntu
Ubuntu 25.10 may include a fix for the Update Manager focus stealing by reverting to notifications and app indicators instead of auto-launching windows. You're reading Ubuntu 25.10 Will Fix Update Manager’s Focus Stealing, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.| OMG! Ubuntu
It's time to get testing — or do I mean questing? — as the beta release of Ubuntu 25.10 (Questing Quokka) is available to download. The Ubuntu 25.10| OMG! Ubuntu
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Sweeping staffing cuts have fallen at The Mozilla Foundation, the nonprofit arm of Mozilla tasked with advocating for web standards, internet privacy, and| OMG! Ubuntu
If you were hoping to help test the upcoming release of Ubuntu 24.04 by way of the official beta that was due for release this week, I've some bad news:| OMG! Ubuntu
Mozilla Firefox 122 has been officially released, with an official Deb package debuting alongside it. Yes: there's now an official Firefox Deb package for| OMG! Ubuntu
Ubuntu 21.10 is making the Firefox Snap app its default browser. A feature-freeze exception requests the Firefox Snap be seeded in the Ubuntu ISO image.| OMG! Ubuntu
Learn how to remove a PPA from Ubuntu, Linux Mint, and other Linux distros in this simple guide, which shows you how to remove apt repositories safely.| OMG! Ubuntu
Mozilla, makers of the Firefox web browser, is the latest tech company to announce layoffs. The non-profit says it is scaling back development on a number| OMG! Ubuntu
A major new update to the powerful open source video converter HandBrake is available. In the 6 months (give or take) since the HandBrake 1.8 release| OMG! Ubuntu
HandBrake 1.10 adds Discord-friendly 10MB presets, fixes metadata passthru issues, and misc encoder improvements for Linux, Windows & Mac.| OMG! Ubuntu
Kagi's privacy-focused Orion browser for Linux hits Milestone 2 with working tabs, bookmarks, and performance parity with GNOME Web/Epiphany.| OMG! Ubuntu
Canonical commits to donating $120k to the open source developers building the projects and tools that help power the Ubuntu ecosystem.| OMG! Ubuntu
Heard of the Sovereign Tech Fund? I hadn't, but the GNOME project has bagged itself a whopping €1 million investment from them. GNOME plans to use the| OMG! Ubuntu
GitHub is urging the EU to create a €350m fund for open source maintenance. But as Big Tech profits, should taxpayers be the ones to pay the tab?| OMG! Ubuntu
The UK's National Cyber Security Centre (part of GCHQ) has issued guidance on how to improve the security of Ubuntu 18.04 LTS.| OMG! Ubuntu
A newly found security flaw in Ubuntu could allow attackers with physical access to bypass full disk encryption. Learn how the attack works.| OMG! Ubuntu
Firefox fans on Linux will enjoy smaller download sizes and faster decompressing when using the official binary builds from the Mozilla website. The| OMG! Ubuntu
A short guide on how to install Firefox from a PPA on Ubuntu 22.04 and remove the Firefox Snap. Doing this gets you a faster Firefox that can do more OOTB.| OMG! Ubuntu
Orbit by Mozilla is a new AI-powered assistant for the Firefox web browser that makes summarising web content while you browse as easy as clicking a| OMG! Ubuntu
Pocket, the popular "read it later" service Mozilla bought in 2017, is shutting down on July 8. Users have until October to export data. Why? Well…| OMG! Ubuntu
The new Mozilla Firefox 136 release delivers a number of notable new features—features Mozilla may be hoping help it re-earn some goodwill from users| OMG! Ubuntu
Hot off the back of its recent leadership rejig, Mozilla has announced users of Firefox will soon be subject to a 'Terms of Use' policy — a first for the| OMG! Ubuntu
Anyone making the upgrade to Ubuntu 24.04 LTS from the previous LTS, Ubuntu 22.04, is in for a treat because the amount of improvements on offer is vast.| OMG! Ubuntu
Ubuntu developers have decided to stop shipping games in future installs. Since Ubuntu 23.10 the distro defaults to a minimal install, which preinstall| OMG! Ubuntu
After several solid months of development the Linux 6.8 kernel has been officially released. This kernel is of particular note to Ubuntu users as it's the| OMG! Ubuntu