Posts from 2016

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GNOME 3.22 Official Release Video Uploaded to YouTube

A GNOME 3.22 release video has gone live on YouTube. It gives users a look at the key changes that feature in the latest update to the Linux desktop environment.

21 September 2016
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GNOME 3.22 Released, This Is What’s New

GNOME 3.22 is out, and it features comprehensive Flatpak support, file manager improvements, and a whole host more besides. Click through to read more.

21 September 2016
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Got 5 Minutes? Ubuntu Wants Your Opinion On Something…

Got a spare five minutes? You can help the Canonical design out by filling in a questionnaire. The team is looking to “gather information about how people perceive colours and use Scopes.” The short questionnaire […]

21 September 2016
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Polychromatic Works With New Razer Linux Drivers, Even More Devices

Last month we wrote about a desktop app that let you configure Razer keyboards on Linux. It’s called Polychromatic. Our article appeared at a time of transition for the app as it was in the middle of switching away […]

21 September 2016

You Can’t Install Linux on a Microsoft Signature Edition Laptop (Updated)

It seems that Microsoft Signature Edition PCs prevent you from installing Linux, with a Lenovo rep saying this is "per our agreement with Microsoft".

21 September 2016

Simple Weather Indicator for Ubuntu Now Has Its Own PPA

A new version of the 'no frills' weather indicator that I use on my Ubuntu desktop is available to download — and it finally has a PPA.

21 September 2016

Firefox 49 Released, This Is What’s New

Mozilla has released Firefox 49 for Windows, Mac and Linux. The latest update to the popular open-source web browser introduces a range of (always) welcome improvements. Among them, Firefox 49 ships with native support for the Widevine CDM on Linux. This enables you to […]

20 September 2016

Yikes — 92% Of You Say You Use 64-bit Ubuntu

92% of omgubuntu.co.uk readers say they use a 64-bit version of Ubuntu as their primary OS, with just 7% relying on an Ubuntu 32-bit install.

20 September 2016
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Flowblade 1.8 Released, Supports Keyboard Trimming, Clip Snapping

The open-source video editor Flowblade has a new release available for download.  Flowblade 1.8 arrives with a batch of key improvements, including the ability to trim clips using the arrow keys on your keyboard. This way of […]

20 September 2016
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You’re Invited to the UK GNOME Release Party This Friday

Are you in the UK? Within reasonable reach of Manchester? And a fan of the GNOME desktop? You're invited to the UK GNOME Release Party taking place this Friday…

19 September 2016

5 Best New Features in Ubuntu Touch OTA-13

See what's new in Ubuntu OTA-13, the latest update to the Ubuntu touch operating system for phones and tablets.

19 September 2016

Media Player Indicator – Slick Sound Menu Applet for GNOME Shell

Are you looking for a GNOME music player extension that offers player controls, ratings progress bar and more?

18 September 2016

GNOME Games Levels Up With Gamepad, Fullscreen & PlayStation Support

Despite being an avid retro gamer I've never used the GNOME Games app — and I've really been missing out.

18 September 2016
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Remember The Milk Now Has an Official Linux App

Remember The Milk, a popular web-based to-do and task management service, has introduced an official desktop Linux app to its herd of official clients.

18 September 2016

Heavy Discounts On Aspyr Media’s Linux Games, Including Borderlands 2

Aspire Media are celebrating their 20th birthday with a sale — which is my kind of celebration!

16 September 2016
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Sayonara Music Player 0.9.1 Released, Here’s How To Install it On Ubuntu

A new version of the Sayonara music player is out, and it adds cover art support, new icons, and a new crossfader. We show you how to install it on Ubuntu.

16 September 2016

Run Your Own Private Ubuntu Cloud with the Nextcloud Box

Most of us love using the cloud. It gives us on-the-go-access to our personal files, photos and documents, and helps keep our busy lives in sync.   But loving the cloud doesn’t mean you have […]

16 September 2016
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New Version of Museeks Music Player Now Available to Download

A new version of cross-platform music player Museeks is now available to download. The Museeks 0.7.0 update adds a number of improvements, including the ability to see cover art of playing tracks, a new first-run guide to help […]

15 September 2016