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Debian Linux-based Vinari OS 5.0.0 Krypton launches with GNOME 48.4, updated apps, and a sleek new GTK4 look

October 25, 2025 by Brian Fagioli
Vinari Linux

Vinari OS 5.0.0 Krypton has officially launched with GNOME 48.4, a refreshed GTK4 interface, and major package upgrades built on Debian Trixie 13.1.

Categories Linux Tags Debian, Flatpak, GNOME, GTK4, Javier Vintimlla, Krypton, Linux, Linux distribution, Open Source, Vinari OS Leave a comment

GIMP now offers an official Snap package for Linux users

October 19, 2025 by Brian Fagioli
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The GIMP team has officially released its new Snap package, taking over from Snapcrafters and offering direct CI-built releases for Linux users.

Categories Linux, Open source, Software Tags Canonical, Flatpak, GIMP, GMIC, Linux, OpenVINO, Snap, Snapcraft, software packaging, Ubuntu Leave a comment

Thunderbird 144 arrives with Flatpak update and a flood of crucial fixes

October 18, 2025 by Brian Fagioli
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Thunderbird 144.0 delivers a Flatpak update, bug fixes for OpenPGP, S/MIME, and calendar features, plus visual and security improvements.

Categories Software, Open source Tags email client, Flatpak, Freedesktop, Linux, macOS, Mozilla, OpenPGP, S/MIME, Thunderbird, Windows Leave a comment

GIMP 3.0.6 released with bug fixes and usability improvements

October 6, 2025 by Brian Fagioli
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GIMP 3.0.6 is here with fixes for crashes, better transparency handling, macOS and Windows updates, and stronger security.

Categories Open source, Software Tags babl, Flatpak, GEGL, GIMP, GIMP 3.0.6, image editing, Linux, macOS, Open Source, photo editor Leave a comment

Alpha release of KDE Linux debuts with immutable Arch foundation

September 6, 2025 by Brian Fagioli
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KDE has released the Alpha version of KDE Linux, a new immutable operating system built on Arch packages that showcases Plasma and KDE apps while focusing on safety, stability, and modern distribution methods.

Categories Linux Tags Arch Linux, BTRFS, Flatpak, immutable Linux, KDE, KDE Linux, KDE neon, KDE Plasma, PipeWire, Wayland Leave a comment

Kdenlive 25.08 brings bug fixes and refinements to the open source video editor

August 18, 2025 by Brian Fagioli
Kdenlive

Kdenlive 25.08.0 is all about fixes and polish, delivering stability improvements across the board for fan of the open source video editor.

Categories Linux, Open source, Software Tags AppImage, Flatpak, Kdenlive, Kdenlive 25.08.0, Linux, Open Source, rendering, Snap, subtitles, video editor Leave a comment

Mozilla VPN now available on Flathub for Linux users

July 10, 2025 by Brian Fagioli
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Mozilla VPN has landed on Flathub, making it easier for Linux users to install the private, secure browsing app without command-line hassle.

Categories Linux, Mozilla, Privacy, Security Tags Firefox, Flathub, Flatpak, Linux, Mozilla, Mozilla VPN, privacy, VPN, WireGuard 1 Comment

Amarok 3.3 brings big changes to the beloved Linux music player

July 8, 2025 by Brian Fagioli
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Amarok 3.3 updates the classic Linux music player with Qt6, GStreamer audio, and important database fixes while laying the groundwork for future improvements.

Categories Linux, Open source, Software Tags Amarok, Amarok 3.3, Flatpak, GStreamer, KDE, KDE Gear, Linux, music player, Open Source, Qt6 Leave a comment

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