Posts from January 2011

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How to quickly get your Android phone to show in Banshee, Rhythmbox

My favourite music player, Banshee, didn't recognize my Android phone 'out of the box', despite other Ubuntu apps such as Shotwell and Nautilus, doing so. If you're in the same position you'll want to try this crazy-simple solution that pals Banshee and your handset up in no-time.

12 January 2011
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Gentouch tablet dual boots Android and Ubuntu for $369

If I said consumers were likely to over-dose on tablets this year it might sound tasteless. But with this years CES (Consumer Electronics Show) literally shoving them down users throats every-which-way, 2011 could be the […]

12 January 2011
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Ubuntu rocks up in Google science fair video

Google recently-announced an online science fair for 13-18 year-olds, tasked with finding the next ‘Sergey Brin’. Or something similar. But eagle eyed readers watching the video show reel to promote the event may just spot […]

12 January 2011
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Graphics app Pinta gets 53 bug fixes and a new text tool

The developers behind Paint.NET inspired graphics application 'Pinta' have pushed out a new bug-fix release.

11 January 2011
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Ubuntu developers talk Unity – and why it’s going to rock in Natty [Video]

Ubuntu community manager Jono Bacon discuss Unity, the new desktop environment for Ubuntu with David Barth, one of the key developers behind the interface on everyone’s lips. The 20 minute video gives Unity fans an […]

11 January 2011
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Elementary OS ‘Jupiter’ now available to pre-order

The first release of elementary OS – a new Ubuntu-based operating from the elementary-project – has been made available for pre-order ahead of its March release date.

11 January 2011
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Shotwell 0.8.1 adds 3GP video support, bug fixes

A new update to photo management application 'Shotwell' has landed - but what's new and what's improved?

11 January 2011
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Samsung’s Nexus S gets Ubuntu-fied

Another cell phone has fallen under the charms of Ubuntu’s versatility: this time the Samsung’s Nexus S.

10 January 2011
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News – Scrolling RSS ticker for your desktop

Stay up-to-date with the latest news from your favourite feeds directly on your desktop with News - an Open Source RSS ticker.

10 January 2011
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This Ubuntu theme idea is OTT but ace

The following theme mock-up by ~RustedThorn may be a tad indulgent on the branding scales (and closing an application via a menu everytime would get real annoying real fast) but you know what? I really don't care. It looks beautiful.

10 January 2011
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Tips for Ubuntu 11.04 testers

So you're playing around with Ubuntu 11.04 Alpha and, well, things are going a bit awry. Here are a few useful tips harvested from AskUbuntu that may save you a headache or two...

10 January 2011
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Create a minimialist ‘Wingpanel’ using AWN [Video]

Minimalistic desktop panel app 'Wingpanel' looks good but remains far too unstable for everyday use. In the meantime it's easy to 'recreate' the look of a side-bound mini-panel using other applications.

9 January 2011