SpecFive adds open-source MeshCore to its off-grid mesh devices
SpecFive is adding open-source MeshCore support to its off-grid mesh devices, aiming to deliver predictable, secure communication for tactical and emergency teams.
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Say hello to GoogleSQL
Google has retired the ZetaSQL name and consolidated its SQL dialect under the GoogleSQL brand, aligning open source and product documentation at last.
OpenAI launches open source Codex app for macOS, but leaves Windows and Linux developers waiting
The Codex app promises a new way to manage AI coding agents, but its macOS only launch raises questions about why Windows and Linux developers are being left out.
OpenShot 3.4 reminds Linux, macOS, and Windows users why open source video editors still matter
OpenShot 3.4 is a practical update that improves speed, reliability, and everyday usability for an open source video editor.
HTC VIVERSE and Wonderland Engine team up to boost open source 3D creation
HTC’s VIVERSE and Wonderland Engine have launched an open source integration that lets creators publish immersive 3D worlds directly from Wonderland Engine into VIVERSE.
Microsoft releases Zork I, II, and III as open source
Microsoft has open sourced Zork I, II, and III under the MIT License, preserving the original codebase and making the Z-Machine available for study.
FreeBSD 15.0-RC1 release candidate arrives
FreeBSD 15.0-RC1 arrives with pkgbase changes, new VM and container images, and expanded cloud support as the project nears the 15.0 release.
Thunderbird 145 drops 32-bit Linux support as it embraces Exchange and modern email standards
Thunderbird 145.0 is here, dropping 32-bit Linux support the same week Firefox did. The update also introduces Exchange support, DNS over HTTPS, and a long list of fixes.
qBittorrent 5.1.3 released for Linux and Windows
qBittorrent 5.1.3 delivers important fixes for Linux, Windows, and macOS users. It now supports Wayland AppImages natively and improves accessibility, stability, and performance.
Magika 1.0 goes stable as Google rebuilds its file detection tool in Rust
Google’s Magika 1.0 is now stable and rebuilt in Rust, offering faster file detection and support for over 200 modern file formats.
Cloudflare open sources tokio-quiche to make QUIC and HTTP/3 easier for Rust developers
Cloudflare has released tokio-quiche as open source, making QUIC and HTTP/3 development easier for Rust users by handling async networking complexity.
Shotcut 25.10 adds HTML-based image generation, typewriter effects, and built-in text-to-speech
Shotcut 25.10.31 introduces HTML image and video generation, text-to-speech support, and new screen recording tools across platforms.